Sydney [Australia], January 2 (ANI): Ahead of the final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India head coach Gautam Gambhir said he is "extremely confident" that his side will win the Sydney Test against Australia. Australia clinched an 184-run victory over India in the Melbourne Test and took a 2-1 lead in the series, also ending India's chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship (WTC) Final at Lord's early n
(Photo credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images) The coaching change to Todd McLellan is working nicely for the Detroit Red Wings as they head into Thursday night's road game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Red Wings have won two of three and two in a row since McLellan replaced Derek Lalonde behind the Detroit bench on Dec. 26. The RedWings defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 on Tuesday night in Detroit for McLellan'
(Photo credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images) The Washington Capitals have a tall task in their bid for their fifth consecutive home victory when they entertain the Minnesota Wild on Thursday. Washington, which plays four of its next five games at Capital One Arena, sports a sterling 12-4-2 record at home this season. The Wild, in turn, boast the NHL's best road record at 13-3-3. They have won three of their last four games
Los Angeles [US], January 2 (ANI): New Year marked new beginnings for popular YouTuber MrBeast on the personal front. On January 1, 2025, Jimmy Donaldson, ak MrBeast, announced his engagement to girlfriend Thea Booysen. Taking to Instagram, MrBeast shared several adorable moments which captured him popping the question to Thea. "Ya boy did a thing," he captioned the post. The update left his fans extremely happy. The post
We like to think that sports are fixed and immutable, but like anything else, they are a product of their time. Just look at the Olympic Games, where events like motorboating, tug-of-war and obstacle course swimming came and went during the 1900s. More recently, breakdancing
Sydney [Australia], January 2 (ANI): India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday was asked about a few players getting dismissed in the same manner at the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, to which the 43-year-old said that every individual knows in which area they need to work. Gambhir added that the playing eleven will announced before the game after after seeing the pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground. "
Sydney [Australia], January 2 (ANI): Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday opened up on the dressing room leaks which surfaced on the internet earlier and said that those were just "reports" and not the truth. As per media reports, after the completion of the Melbourne Test, team India head coach Gautam Gambhir was not too happy with the performance of the players in the fourth Test and let them know so. Team I
(Photo credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images) Nikola Jokic had 23 points, 17 rebounds and 15 assists for his 14th triple-double of the season and third in four games, and the host Denver Nuggets beat the Atlanta Hawks 139-120 on Wednesday night. The 15 assists were one shy of his season high of 16, which he has done twice. Russell Westbrook had 16 points and 11 assists and Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray contributed 21 po
(Photo credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images) At age 39, Chris Kirk has seen plenty in his PGA Tour career, and he is impressed with the current crop of rising players. Kirk is defending his title at The Sentry in Kapalua, Hawaii, this week as the season gets underway. "It's different in so many ways it's hard to really sum it up, I guess," Kirk said the differences on tour since he was breaking in. "The level of play and
(Photo credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images) A myriad of issues in recent weeks have sent the New York Rangers tumbling down in the NHL standings, and the latest concern involves the health of goaltender Igor Shesterkin. The Rangers will attempt to find a way out of their deep funk without Shesterkin for at least three games starting with Thursday's visit from the Boston Bruins in a matchup of the last two teams to win the Pr
Sydney [Australia], January 2 (ANI): For team India the first test match of the new year will also be a test of its mettle with the side down 1-2 in the five test series against arch-rivals Australia. And as India gear up for what promises to be a battle for the ages at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Coach Gambhir has laid out the team phillosophy. The coach firmly underlined that the team would always come first. "There is o
Sydney [Australia], January 2 (ANI): Australia captain Pat Cummins on Thursday spoke about adding all-rounder Beau Webster to the playing eleven for the upcoming Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and said that it was time for a "freshen up" in the squad. According to ICC, Australia dropped a selection surprise by adding 31-year-old Beau Webster in the playing eleven, who will make his debut in the Sydney Test, whi
(Photo credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images) ATLANTA -- Quinn Ewers threw a go-ahead 25-yard touchdown to Gunnar Helm, helping No. 5 Texas beat No. 4 Arizona State 39-31 in double overtime on Wednesday in a College Football Playoff quarterfinal game at the Peach Bowl. Texas' Andrew Mukuba intercepted Sam Leavitt on the ensuing possession, clinching the win for Texas (13-2), which squandered a 16-point fourth-quarter lead. Ew
(Photo credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images) Cam Whitmore scored 18 points off the bench and teamed with Alperen Sengun to lead a decisive second-quarter run that helped the Houston Rockets to a 110-99 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Sengun tallied 23 points, six rebounds, four assists and six steals as Houston rebounded after dropping the first two games of a five-game homestand. Momentum flipped
Petra Sorling, president of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), sat down with CGTN Sports Scene's Zhu Mandan for a review of the highlights of the sport in 2024.
Читать дальше...(Photo credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images) Scottie Barnes had 33 points and 13 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors ended an 11-game losing streak with a 130-113 victory over the visiting Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night. Toronto's Immanuel Quickley (elbow) returned after missing 22 games and added 21 points and 15 assists. Gradey Dick had 22 points and three steals; Ja'Kobe Walter scored 11 points; Jakob Poeltl had 12 points
(Photo credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images) Josh Hart posted his second straight triple-double and Karl-Anthony Towns finished with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds for the third consecutive game Wednesday night as the undermanned New York Knicks pulled away from the visiting Utah Jazz in a 119-103 victory. The Knicks extended their winning streak to nine games despite the absence of star point guard Jalen Brunson
(Photo credit: Albert Cesare/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images) The Broncos would clinch a playoff berth with a win on Sunday, and Denver coach Sean Payton isn't concerned that the opposition won't be at full strength. Denver (9-7) plays host to the Kansas City Chiefs (15-1), who have wrapped up AFC West title and the No. 1 overall seed in the AFC playoffs. The Chiefs will hold out quarterback Patrick Mah
Sydney [Australia], January 2 (ANI): Ahead of the Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) against India, Australia on Thursday announced their playing eleven for the final match of the series. Australia clinched an 184-run victory over India in the Melbourne Test and took a 2-1 lead in the series, also ending India's chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship (WTC) Final at Lord's early next year. Curre
(Photo credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images) Jaden Ivey scored 22 points before suffering a potentially serious left leg injury as the host Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 105-96 on Wednesday night. Ivey was injured when Orlando's Cole Anthony dove for a loose ball early in the fourth quarter and crashed into Ivey's leg. He left the court on a stretcher. Cade Cunningham contributed 19 points, nine assists and ei
(Photo credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images) Jordan Poole scored 30 points to lead the host Washington Wizards to a 125-107 win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. Poole made his return to the Wizards lineup after missing the two previous games with a hip injury. He shot 10 of 21 from the field in his return, making six 3-pointers. Justin Champagnie added 15 points, while Carlton Carrington scored 11 points and ma
(Photo credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images) The Boston Celtics might need to provide extra ice packs for their upcoming road trip, and guard Jrue Holiday is perfectly OK with that. "Teams are challenging us," Holiday said. "I think the game is becoming more physical, which is good. I think that's a benefit for us where we can do the same."Boston will open its four-game trip with a matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves
(Photo credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images) Darcy Kuemper made 33 saves for the Los Angeles Kings in a 3-0 win against the visiting New Jersey Devils on Wednesday afternoon. Kuemper earned his second shutout of the season and 33rd of his NHL career, moving him into sole possession of 12th place among active NHL goalies. Andre Lee scored his first NHL goal and Quinton Byfield and Adrian Kempe also scored for the Kings,
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Emergency services are responding to a serious crash involving a car and a motorcycle just south of Morrinsville.
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