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'The blessing from God': Hardik Pandya shares heartwarming picture with newborn son

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Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Saturday shared a heartwarming picture of him with his newborn baby. Pandya and his fiance Natasa Stankovic were blessed with a baby boy on Thursday.  from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/30gGSnF via IFTTT

Once a gold medallist for state, Lawn Bowl player Sarita Tirkey now carries bricks to earn a living

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Sarita Tirkey is an international lawn bowl player who secured many podium finishes for India and Jharkhand in international and national tournaments respectively. However, such has been the tragic story of this Indian sports star that she is now carrying bricks and sand to earn a living. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3hX3GPk via IFTTT

IPL 2020: Australia, England players could miss first week due to quarantine measures

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The 2020 edition of the Indian Premier League is set to begin on September 19 and the detailed schedule, including logistical arrangements is likely to be released after the IPL Governing Council meeting. However, with Australia's potential tour to England scheduled to end on September 16, it is likely that a number of players from both the sides will miss the first week of action in the league. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3gm6XaD via IFTTT

FIdel Edwards to not feature for Hampshire in 2020, may return for testimonial in 2021

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 West Indies fast bowler Fidel Edwards will not feature for Hampshire in 2020, but will return for a testimonial match in 2021. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3ghx9De via IFTTT

Live Streaming Cricket, England vs Ireland, 2nd ODI: Watch ENG v IRE live cricket match online

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Live Streaming Cricket, England vs Ireland, 2nd ODI:  After a dominant victory in the first ODI, hosts England will aim to seal the series against Ireland in the second match in Southampton. The side defeated Ireland by six wickets in the 172-run chase, with David Willey and Sam Billings make important contributions with the bat and ball respectively. Ireland will aim to improve on their batting performance, which played a major role in the side's defeat on Thursday. The side was reduced to 73/7 before debutant Curtis Campher and Andy McBrine took Ireland to a respectable total. England, too, will hope for building up on starts as their top-order comprising of Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow and James Vince was dismissed cheaply in the first ODI. You can watch the live streaming cricket, England vs Ireland, 2nd ODI live on Sony SIX and TV Telecast on Sony SIX. You can also follow the ball-by-ball updates of the second ENG vs IRE ODI on indiatvnews.com. from IndiaTV Sports: Google ...

Ian Botham set to join House of Lords after being awarded life peerage

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Former England captain Ian Botham is set to join the House of Lords after being awarded a life peerage, the UK government has announced. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3gklzYb via IFTTT

'No bigger star than MS Dhoni in my role, hoping to emulate him': Sam Billings

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Sam Billings made an impressive return to England's limited-overs setup during the first ODI against Ireland on Thursday. After a poor start in the 172-run chase which left England at 59/3, Sam Billings revived the innings alongside captain Eoin Morgan, eventually scoring an unbeaten half-century to lead the side to six-wicket victory in Southampton. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3hWLMME via IFTTT

'I was a better athlete than Imran, Hadlee and Botham put together': Kapil Dev

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Former Indian captain Kapil Dev forms the great all-rounders' quartet from the past which includes Pakistan's Imran Khan, New Zealand's Richard Hadlee and England's Ian Botham. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/315XEFw via IFTTT

US court overturns Boston Marathon bomber's death sentence

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A federal appeals court Friday threw out Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s death sentence in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, saying the judge who oversaw the case did not adequately screen jurors for potential biases. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2Xg60Js via IFTTT

Paris Saint-Germain beat Lyon on penalties to win League Cup

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French champion Paris Saint-Germain edged out Lyon on penalty kicks to win a tightly contested last edition of the League Cup on Friday and complete a domestic treble, denying Lyon its first trophy since the French Cup in 2012. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3hSS0NC via IFTTT

ISL 4th most engaging football league in world on Instagram with engagement double of Serie A, reveals study

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The Indian Super League (ISL) is the fourth biggest football league in the world on Instagram, according to a study conducted by Spanish sports business institution Deportes y Finanzas. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/33fFzY6 via IFTTT

Billy Hogan to replace Peter Moore as Liverpool chief executive

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Billy Hogan will become chief executive at Liverpool when Peter Moore steps down from the post at the end of August. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2PdYvOU via IFTTT

Sam Billings has to set his sights very high and keep putting performances together, feels Rob Key

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Former England batsman Rob Key has urged ex-Kent teammate Sam Billings to cement his place in the England ODI side after his career-best 67 not out against Ireland on Thursday. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2DilyFs via IFTTT

Football players association backs East Bengal on ISL inclusion, writes to AIFF and FSDL

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The Football Players Association of India (FPAI) on Friday sent letters to All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Indian Super League (ISL) organisers asking them to consider including East Bengal in this season's ISL, something which will not cut much ice. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/30gpqzM via IFTTT

Will fully cooperate with the Swiss authorities: FIFA boss Gianni Infantino

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FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has said that he remains at the disposal of the Swiss authorities and will cooperate fully with investigation after a criminal case has been initiated by a Swiss Special Federal Public Prosecutor over Infantino's dealings with Swiss Attorney General Michael Lauber. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3hXPPIN via IFTTT

Former Saurashtra coach Hasmukhbhai Joshi dies at 85

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Former Saurashtra coach and manager Hasmukhbhai Joshi, popularly known as 'Bababhai' in cricketing circles, died on Thursday, the Saurashtra Cricket Association said. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/39FGTVu via IFTTT

Delhi Capitals contemplating camp for Indian players in city, final call after IPL GC meet

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With the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) looking at the September 19 to November 8 window for the 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Delhi Capitals are looking to host a camp for its Indian players from August 15 in the national capital. But a final call will be taken only after the IPL Governing Council meeting on Sunday. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/33bzDPT via IFTTT

NBA announces new elements, enhancements for season restart

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The NBA has announced new elements and enhancements to existing policies and procedures in basketball operations, referee operations and other areas for the resumption of the 2019-20 season, including a wider border around the sidelines, a revised set up for team benches and a new covering on officials whistles. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/311Hn4p via IFTTT

Injury-ravaged Alister, son of former Australian speedster Craig McDermott, retires at 29

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His body ravaged by recurrent injuries, Queensland fast bowler Alister McDermott, son of former Australian pacer Craig, has brought about a premature end to his career at 29. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2XagA4v via IFTTT

Getting back to rhythm will be tough but we have time, says goalkeeper PR Sreejesh

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It was in the first week of March that 32 players assembled for the men's national camp at the Sports Authority of India's (SAI) Bengaluru centre. The target was to select a squad that would travel to Germany and England for India's FIH Pro League ties against the respective national teams in the two countries. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/312qkiB via IFTTT

'He removed his drip and scored match-saving hundred': Lakshmipathy Balaji hails former India batsman

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Subramaniam Badrinath was arguably one of the most talented batsmen in his era to have missed out on a regular spot in the Indian cricket team. His prime as a batsman came during the time when the Indian team's batting order was jam-packed with greats like Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2XdnQwx via IFTTT

Will park up in the lounge in corner on way to Caribbean: Mitchell Santner

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Setting aside initial concerns over travelling amid the COVID-19 pandemic, New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner says he will take shelter in a corner of the airport lounge as he flies out into the Caribbean via mainland America. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2DjGxHV via IFTTT

COVID-19 threat: NRAI postpones compulsory shooting camp for core group

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The national shooting federation has postponed the compulsory training camp for its Olympic core group planned here from Saturday after taking into the account the situation arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/33dhJft via IFTTT

To miss out on WC squad at the 11th hour was difficult, says David Willey

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Fast bowler David Willey, who starred in England's comprehensive win over Ireland in the first ODI, has said that he wasn't sure if an opportunity would come again for him after the last 12 months which saw him getting omitted from the World Cup squad at the 11th hour. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/33dDuvY via IFTTT

Indian bowlers won't be as effective with bouncers as Neil Wagner, says Matthew Wade

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India's formidable pace attack will not be as effective as New Zealand speedster Neil Wagner in bowling bouncers during their upcoming tour of Australia, feels wicketkeeper Matthew Wade. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/33c5r7m via IFTTT

Over 60% of Tokyo Olympics volunteers 'worried' about COVID-19 impact on Games: Survey

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More than 60 per cent of the volunteers for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics are "worried or anxious" about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the Games, a survey has found. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/311Y0Nb via IFTTT

Yuvraj Singh claims Shubman Gill didn't abuse umpire during Ranji Trophy game last season

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Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh opened up on the incident when young Shubman Gill was accused of allegedly abusing the umpire during a Ranji Trophy game last season. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2CVhV8L via IFTTT

New dates for World Athletics Series events announced

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World Athletics has announced new dates for the World U20 Championships Nairobi 2020 and the World Athletics Race Walking Team Championships Minsk 2020 which were earlier postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/30cPz2k via IFTTT

Andrea Pirlo appointed head coach of Juventus U23 team

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Andrea Pirlo is all set to start his coaching career after Juventus announced that he has returned to the club to take over the U23 team. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/39G3P6S via IFTTT

Stuart Broad just delivering goods time after time, says Alastair Cook

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Former England captain Alastair Cook feels Stuart Broad had proved his critics wrong and continued to deliver in crunch situations for the country in red-ball cricket. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/30fqqUJ via IFTTT

Napoli president concerned with coronavirus ahead of Champions League clash against Barcelona

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Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis raised concerns Thursday about his club travelling to face Barcelona in the Champions League amid a recent spike in coronavirus cases in Spain. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2PauH5F via IFTTT

Sergio Perez out of British GP after testing positive for coronavirus

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Formula One driver Sergio Perez is out of Sunday's British Grand Prix after testing positive for the coronavirus. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/312PoG9 via IFTTT

You call it zero tolerance policy for corruption: Danish Kaneria mocks PCB after Akmal's ban halved

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Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria, who has been trying get his life ban for spot-fixing lifted, on Thursday said PCB's decision to reduce Umar Akmal's suspension for failing to report corrupt approaches smacks of double standards. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/310ZgAo via IFTTT

Wasim Akram feels IPL is bigger than PSL, points major differences between the two

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Former Pakistan speedster Wasim Akram has pointed out the major differences between the Indian Premier League and the Pakistan Super League. He stated that IPL remains the biggest tournament in the world and the money which has been put into the league makes it stand apart. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/30dMmj8 via IFTTT

Shooting coach tests positive for coronavirus at Karni Singh range but training will go on: SAI

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A shooting coach at the Dr. Karni Singh Range here has tested positive for COVID-19 but the development will not force a closure of the facility, where the Olympic core group will start training from August 1. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/338goGR via IFTTT

Less international cricket, more T20 leagues: Former CWI boss Dave Cameron's vision for ICC

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Former West Indies cricket boss Dave Cameron, who is harbouring ambitions of being the next ICC chairman, envisions a cricket universe where there is more emphasis on private T20 leagues running concurrently and lesser focus on international cricket calendar. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/312o0Ij via IFTTT

Ashok Mustafi, Sourav Ganguly's coach in his initial years, passes away

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Veteran Maidan coach Ashok Mustafi, who also trained former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly during his formative years, died after a prolonged illness on Thursday morning. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/313Jqoq via IFTTT

'I'm a huge fan of him': Lockie Ferguson names Indian batsman he finds 'challenging' to bowl to

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New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson has said that he finds it challenging to bowl to Indian batsman Rohit Sharma. Ferguson said that Rohit "picks up length very quickly," adding that he's an exceptional batter. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3geqjys via IFTTT

Virat Kohli leads cricket fraternity in wishing Hardik Pandya and Natasa Stankovic on becoming parents

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Flamboyant India all-rounder Hardik Pandya, on Thursday, was blessed with a baby boy with Natasa Stankovich. Pandya took to Twitter to share the news of the newborn's arrival.  from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2Etz0qt via IFTTT

Hardik Pandya and Natasa Stankovic blessed with baby boy

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India's leading all-rounder Hardik Pandya took to his official social media profiles to announce that he and Natasa Stankovic are blessed with a baby boy. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2CSy0fp via IFTTT

Mohammad Amir clears COVID-19 tests, joins Pakistan squad in England

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Left-arm fast bowler Mohammad Amir has joined the Pakistan squad here after clearing two consecutive COVID-19 tests following his arrival in the United Kingdom. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/30ezERo via IFTTT

Italian Grand Prix in Monza to take place behind closed doors

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The iconic Italian Grand Prix will be held without spectators this year in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, the organisers confirmed on Wednesday. The race is currently scheduled to be held at Autodromo Nazionale di Monza on September 6. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2BIJfX9 via IFTTT

Mission Olympics: Vikas Krishan prefers US Pro bouts to National camp in Patiala

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Top Indian boxer Vikas Krishan has decided to revive his professional career in the US instead of training at the national camp in Patiala as he believes conventional is just not good enough for a podium finish at next year's Tokyo Olympics. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2Dm3s5f via IFTTT

I'm like Benjamin Button: Zlatan Ibrahimovic creates history with Milan

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Hotshot striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has scripted history as he became the first footballer to score 50 goals for both Milan clubs - AC Milan and Inter Milan. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/315e8xo via IFTTT

IPL 2020: Virtual gaming set to rule roost as teams plan for non-match days

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With the 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to be played in UAE, the franchises are working overtime when it comes to planning for non-match days. The sole reason is that unlike other seasons, players cannot go out of the hotel when they are not playing due to COVID-19 concerns. Moreover, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is yet to give the green signal for teams to get their immediate family to UAE during the course of the tournament. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3ghMljO via IFTTT

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju sanctions Rs 5 lakh for financially distressed Wushu player

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Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday sanctioned Rs 5 lakh for Shiksha, a Haryana-based wushu player, who was forced to work as a farm labourer due to severe financial distress in times COVID-19 pandemic. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2P8eDkS via IFTTT

Sports Awards likely to be delayed, waiting for Rashtrapati Bhavan instructions: Ministry official

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The National Sports Awards ceremony this year is likely to be delayed by a month or two due to the COVID-19 pandemic but a final decision will be taken only after receiving guidance from the Rashtrapati Bhavan, a Sports Ministry official has said. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2DfnXAS via IFTTT

Allowing English players in 2019 IPL was part of World Cup plans: Eoin Morgan

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England's limited-overs captain Eoin Morgan has revealed that his teammates' participation in the 2019 IPL, which was part of a well thought out plan, played a key role in helping the side claim its maiden World Cup title. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/314Xlum via IFTTT

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma pledge support to people suffering in Assam and Bihar floods

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Team India captain Virat Kohli pledged to help people suffering due to devastating floods in Assam and Bihar, alongside his wife and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma. The floods in Bihar have affected as many as 38,47,531 people across the state, while more than 25,000 people have taken to shelter home. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/2XbHol1 via IFTTT

Viswanathan Anand loses to Vasyl Ivanchuk, ends disastrous Legends campaign after 8 defeats

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Indian chess ace Viswanathan Anand's signed off second from bottom after his disappointing campaign at the Legends of Chess online tournament ended with a loss to long-time rival Vasyl Ivanchuk in the ninth and final round. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/3jQt4rP via IFTTT