Opening Game
(Search results - 15)SportsDec 16, 2019, 5:00 PM IST
Sportstop: From IPL 2020 auction final list to India’s mixed results against West Indies
It was a mixed week for Indian cricket. The Virat Kohli-led side won the T20I series against the West Indies but lost the ODI rubber's opening game against the Caribbean outfit. Kolkata is ready to host IPL 2020 players’ auction on December 19. All this and more in today’s (December 16) MyNation’s Sportstop weekly show (December 8 to 15)
Other SportsNov 18, 2019, 10:27 AM IST
Indonesia Open table tennis: India’s Harmeet Desai wins gold
In an all-Indian men’s singles final which saw two of India’s most prominent players go up against each other, it was Harmeet Desai who started on the front-foot winning the opening game 11-9 before losing the next game 9-11 allowing Amalraj Anthony to draw level
CricketOct 24, 2019, 5:39 PM IST
ICC U-19 World Cup 2020 schedule announced; India to open campaign against Sri Lanka
Defending champions India play Sri Lanka at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein on January 19 in the ICC Under-19 World Cup. Nigeria, who are also making their ICC event debut will face Australia in Kimberley on January 20 for their opening game
FootballOct 20, 2019, 10:25 AM IST
ISL 2019-20, Match 1 Preview: Kerala Blasters face former champions ATK in opening game in Kochi
'Opening games are always difficult, there is going to be huge expectations. That is part of the game. It is all about stabilising the team, I think we are ready to face ATK. They have a very strong squad and are one of the best teams in the league,' Kerala Blasters coach Eelco Schattorie said ahead of ISL 2019-20 season opening game
CricketJun 8, 2019, 11:48 AM IST
World Cup 2019 — India vs Australia: Here's India's likely Playing XI
London: It is a big battle between two favourites at The Oval in London as India lock horns with Australia in the ICC World Cup 2019 on Sunday (June 9). India won their opening game against South Africa while Australia have been unbeaten in their two contests so far. Both India and Australia are evenly matches. An exciting contest is on the cards. However, inclement weather could upset all the plans. Here is India’s likely playing 11.
CricketJun 6, 2019, 9:06 AM IST
Kris Srikkanth: India need to improve against Australia in World Cup 2019; Rohit Sharma ton biggest positive
'Australia next up will be a step up and India will probably have to improve at the Oval but overall it was a promising start. From my own experience in 1983, winning the opening game of the tournament gave us the impetus to go on and win the whole thing, so it was important for India to start with a victory in the ICC World Cup 2019,' wrote Kris Srikkanth
CricketJun 5, 2019, 12:09 PM IST
Ahead of South Africa game, Virat Kohli talks of ‘toughest’ World Cup 2019; praises Rabada
Southampton: Virat Kohli admitted that he would have tough challenge leading India at the ICC World Cup 2019. India will face South Africa in their opening game on June 5 and on the eve of the match Kohli said considering the duration of the 10-team tournament, he will have to adapt quickly in England and Wales. He also spoke about South Africa paceman Kagiso Rabada among other things.
CricketJun 5, 2019, 11:56 AM IST
Virat Kohli: ‘Great pride’ to captain India at World Cup 2019
Southampton: Leading India at the ICC World Cup 2019 is a “matter of great pride”, said Virat Kohli as he spoke to the media ahead of the team’s opening game against the injury-hit South Africa in Southampton. Kohli also said that he was feeling bad for Dale Steyn who was ruled out of the tournament due to shoulder injury. The skipper also said it was advantage for India to start the 10-team competition late. World Cup 2019 started on May 30 but India’s opening match is only on June 5.
CricketJun 4, 2019, 12:19 PM IST
World Cup 2019: We were confident of defending 348, says Pakistan’s Mohammad Hafeez
Nottingham: All-rounder Mohammad Hafeez, who struck a fine half century in Pakistan’s 14-run victory over England in the ICC World Cup 2019 on Monday (June 3), said the team’s bowlers were always confident of defending 348. Hafeez said the team had gained confidence after beating the tournament favourites. Pakistan posted 348/8 in 50 overs and England, despite centuries from Joe Root and Jos Buttler, fell short, ending up with 334/9. Earlier, Pakistan were defeated by West Indies after being bowled out for just 105 in their opening game.
CricketJun 3, 2019, 5:05 PM IST
World Cup 2019: ‘Dangerous’ Afghanistan will upset a few teams, says Marcus Stoinis
Bristol: After Australia defeated Afghanistan in their opening game of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Saturday (June 1), all-rounder Marcus Stoinis praised the opposition as “dangerous” and predicted that they would stun a few teams in the 10-team tournament in England and Wales.
CricketJun 2, 2019, 11:27 PM IST
World Cup 2019: Brilliant Bangladesh stun South Africa after posting record total
After posting a record 330/6 in 50 overs, Bangladesh bowlers bowled brilliantly as they kept the Proteas to 309/8 in 50 overs. This was second successive defeat for South Africa in the ICC World Cup 2019 after losing their opening game to hosts England
CricketJan 23, 2019, 10:13 AM IST
CricketNov 20, 2018, 3:25 PM IST
SportsOct 3, 2018, 5:28 PM IST
India vs West Indies: Virat Kohli says top-order needs sorting, promises enough space to youngsters
Kohli said experimentation can only be done in the top-order and has high hopes from the 18-year-old Shaw, who will make his Test debut on Thursday in the opening game against the West Indies.
FootballSep 29, 2018, 5:53 PM IST
ISL 2018-19: Bengaluru FC eye revenge in opening game against defending champions Chennaiyin
This year, Bengaluru FC laid claim to the inaugural Super Cup after drubbing Kingfisher East Bengal in the final. Thereafter, they travelled to Spain for pre-season training and played against Barcelona B and Villarreal B