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T20-International series: India wins against England by 7 wickets

Bristol (England), Jul 09 (ANI): India won 2-1 in a three series match against England at the Bristol County Ground on Sunday. England batted first posing a huge score of 198-9 in their 20 overs. This was India's 6th straight T20-International series win. Opener Rohit Sharma's century gave India a boost to chase a target of 199 runs by England. With this century he became the first Indian to hit three T20-International hundreds. Skipper Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's shared partnership of 89 runs kept the match gripping till the third wicket. After Kohli's wicket, India required 43 runs in 5 overs to win the match. Which was covered miraculously by the Indian team by winning with a margin of 7 wickets. Rohit was awarded the Man of the Match and Man of the Series.

Indian fans cheered up ahead of final T-20 match between India and England

Bristol (United Kingdom), Jul 08 (ANI): Indian cricket fans arrived at County Ground in Bristol to cheer their side in the final T-20 match against England. Fans in Indian jersey with quirky posters are hopeful of India's victory in the final match. India won the first match by chasing 163 runs, however, England came back strongly by winning the second match by 5 wickets. India currently holds third rank in T20 rankings followed by England at 4th position.

Bday wishes pour in for captain cool Dhoni

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni turned 37 on Saturday. Warm birthday wishes poured in for him not just from the cricket fraternity but also from the fans all around the world. Meanwhile, fans of the 'Captain Cool' also extended their wishes on the micro-blogging platform.

India vs England T20I: Eoin Morgan praises Alex Hales for his brilliant fifty

Cardiff (Wales), Jul 07 (ANI): With Alex Hales brilliant fifty, England beat India by five wickets and leveled the three-match series by 1-1. After winning the toss, England chose to field and restricted India to 148/5 with Virat Kohli top-scoring with 47 runs. While addressing the press conference, Eoin Morgan, Skipper of England Cricket Team praised his team mate Alex Hales for his brilliant fifty. He said, "Alex is one of the experience and brilliant player and have emerged as a strong case in this game".

India vs England T20I: England played Kuldeep very well, says Yuzvendra Chahal

Cardiff (Wales), Jul 07 (ANI): With Alex Hales brilliant fifty, England beat India by five wickets and leveled the three-match series by 1-1. After winning the toss, England chose to field and restricted India to 148/5 with Virat Kohli top-scoring with 47 runs. While addressing the press conference, Yuzvendra Chahal, Bowler, Indian Cricket Team said, "Kuldeep played very well in last match but this time, they (England players) played him very well. They played him well. They chose the delivery and new which ball to hit". He also mentioned that India could have won the match easily if they would have maintained sixes by England team.

Indian cricket team arrives in Cardiff, Wales

Cardiff (Wales), Jul 05 (ANI): Indian cricket team arrived in Cardiff, Wales ahead of the 2nd T20I in the on-going series against England. India leads 1-0 in the series. Virat Kohli-led Indian team defeated England by 8 wickets in the first T20I, which happened at Old Trafford, Manchester on Tuesday. The second T20I will be played on July 06.

'The Wall' Rahul Dravid inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Former captains Rahul Dravid of India, Ricky Ponting of Australia and retired England woman wicket keeper-batter Claire Taylor were inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame during a glittering ceremony in Dublin.

Skipper of England Cricket Team praises Kuldeep Yadav

Manchester (England), Jul 04 (ANI): India beat England by 8 wickets in the first T20 international match at Old Trafford, Manchester, England on Wednesday. While addressing the press conference, Skipper of England Cricket Team Eoin Morgan praised Bowler of Indian cricket team Kuldeep Yadav who took 5 wickets. Morgan said that Kuldeep Yadav bowled well and we know we can play him better than that and our plans will be made accordingly.

All 5 wickets were important for team: Kuldeep Yadav

Manchester (England), Jul 04 (ANI): India beat England by 8 wickets in the first T20 international match at Old Trafford, Manchester, England on Wednesday. While KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls for the Indian team, Kuldeep Yadav took five wickets and helped the team in restricting the hosts to 159 for 8. While addressing the press conference Kuldeep Yadav said, "All the five wickets were important for me and the team as well".

India vs England: Fans cheer up for India's victory in 1st T20I

Manchester (England), Jul 04 (ANI): India beat England by 8 wickets in the first T20 international match at Old Trafford, Manchester, England on Wednesday. KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls for the Indian team. Scoring his second T20I hundred, KL Rahul whacked the English bowlers by hitting 10 boundaries and 5 sixes. Earlier, Kuldeep Yadav took five wickets and helped team India to restrict the hosts to 159 for 8. As this was the opening match of T20 international, fans of Indian cricket team seems to enjoy the match very much. They praised the players for their match winning performance. The second T20 match will be played on July 06.

India vs England T20 international: India beats England by 8 wickets

New Delhi, Jul 04 (ANI): India beat England by 8 wickets in the first T20 international match at Old Trafford, Manchester, England on Wednesday. KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls for the Indian team. Scoring his second T20I hundred, KL Rahul whacked the English bowlers by hitting 10 boundaries and 5 sixes. While chasing the target of 160, team India lost its first wicket of Shikhar Dhawan early. Rahul came in to bat at number three position. Rohit Sharma scored 32 off 30 balls. Earlier, Kuldeep Yadav took five wickets and contributed in restricting the hosts to 159 for 8. After winning the toss, Indian Skipper Virat Kohli invited England to bat first.

Champions Trophy runners-up Indian hockey team receives warm welcome at Bengaluru Airport

Bengaluru. Jul 03 (ANI): Champions Trophy 2018 runners-up Indian hockey arrived Bengaluru from Netherlands' Breda on Tuesday. India lost the final match against World Champions Australia by 3-1 in shoot-off. The close match was extended to shoot-off after the score of 1-1 in the final game's regulation time. It's the second consecutive silver medal for the team in Champions Trophy. The team received a warm welcome at the airport. "We worked hard but fall short from achieving gold medal against Australia", said Captain PR Sreejesh. "With support we are getting, we are looking forward to perform our best in upcoming Asian Games and World Cup", he added.

FIFA WC 2018: Belgium knocks out Japan with last minute goal

New Delhi, Jul 03 (ANI): Belgium made its way to quarter finals of FIFA World Cup 2018 after knocking out Japan by 2-3 at Rostov Arena. Belgium recovered significantly from 2-0 to 3-2 in the finishing time. Jan Vertonghen, Marouane Fellaini scored two goals for Belgium to come at par with Japan. Nacer Chadli's goal (90'), seconds before stoppage time proved to be the final verdict of the game. Belgium will face Brazil next in quarter finals on July 6.

Ind VS Eng: Team India has enough T20 experience: Virat Kohli

Manchester (England), Jul 02 (ANI): Ahead of team India's first T20 match against England in Manchester tomorrow, Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli said that the 'Men in Blue' have enough T20 experience and he just expects the guys to do their job for the team.

No official communication from IOA about team's non-participation: AIFF

New Delhi, Jul 02 (ANI): All India Football Federation (AIFF) held a press conference in New Delhi on Sunday regarding Indian Olympic Association (IOA)'s decision to not send Indian football team for Asian Games. AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das said, "We have got no official communication from the IOA about the teams non-participation, it has all been verbal. That too when I call them up, I was told the team will not be allowed to participate. They did not have the protocol or the courtesy to inform at least inform the federation the basis on which the team is not allowed to participate. It has all been in the media and no formal communication has happened. I really don't understand qualification criteria."

FIFA WC 2018: Underdogs Russia defeats Spain in penalty shootout

New Delhi, Jul 02 (ANI): In a sensational Group 16 match, home team Spain knocked Spain out of the World Cup in penalty shootout by 4-3 at Luzhniki Stadium. Russia has qualified for the quarter finals for the first time in World Cup history. Missed penalties from Koke and Iago Aspas ensured Russia's place in last eight. Spain and Russia advanced to penalties with 1-1 draw. Russia became the third team after Uruguay and France to enter quarter finals of FIFA World Cup 2018.

FIFA WC 2018: Croatia beats Denmark to qualify for quarter finals

New Delhi, Jul 02 (ANI): Croatia became the fourth team to qualify in quarter finals of FIFA World Cup 2018 after beating Denmark by 3-2 in penalty shootout. The match was extended to penalty shootout after 1-1 draw in full time at Novgorod Stadium. Croatia will face Russia in quarter finals on July 7. Both the teams opened the score in the early minutes of the game. Ivan Rakitic scored the winning penalty goal to seal the deal for Croatia.

FIFA WC 2018: Uruguay eliminates Portugal

New Delhi, Jul 01 (ANI): After Argentina's exit from World Cup on Saturday, Portugal was eliminated by Uruguay at Fisht Stadium in Sochi. Edinson Cavani's two goals ensured Uruguay's victory against Portugal by 2-1. Portugal's only goal came early in the second half by Pepe (55'). Uruguay's strong defense at the end of the game ensured stopping equalizer from Portugal. Uruguay will now face France in the quarter finals.

India's first all-woman racing team burn rubber on tracks ahead of national championship

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Jun 30 (ANI): India's first all-woman formula car racing team took fast laps around Kari Motor Speedway track in Coimbatore and showcased their racing skills. The talent hunt to select the women drivers was organised by professional racing team Ahura. Over 60 women from all over the country took part in the competition. Six racers were shortlisted to participate in the JK Tyre National Racing Championship to be held in Coimbatore next week.

Players will still learn from the experience: Ireland's skipper after defeat

Dublin (Ireland), Jun 30 (ANI): Ireland's cricket team captain Gary Wilson expressed his disappointed after being decimated by strong Indian team in the second T-20 international match in Dublin. "It is very disappointing that we were bowled out scoring just 70 runs", said Gary Wilson while addressing the media. "I think the guys will still learn from the experience", he added. India won the T-20 series by 2-0. India won the second T-20 against Ireland with mammoth 143 runs on Friday. Lokesh Rahul's excellent knock of 700 of just 36 balls and Suresh Rain's 69 of 45 put up a massive target of 213 runs on the scoreboard. In response, Ireland was bowled out scoring just 70 runs.