Row erupts in B`desh over Zia`s support to anti-India report

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 22, 2014, 19:19

A war of words erupted in Bangladesh on Wednesday after opposition chief Khaleda Zia questioned the nationality of troops deployed in a violence-hit district that borders India, with the ruling Awami League issuing a 24-hour ultimatum to her to apologise for the "seditious" comments.

Season at stake as United seek cup comeback

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 16:26

Their Premier League title defence in tatters, Manchester United approach the second leg of their League Cup semi-final against Sunderland on Wednesday conscious that it could define their domestic season.Their Premier League title defence in tatters, Manchester United approach the second leg of their League Cup semi-final against Sunderland on Wednesday conscious that it could define their domestic season.

Want to be more than just a face: John Abraham on Delhi Waveriders

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 13:10

John Abraham, who has bought a stake in the Hockey India League team Delhi Waveriders, says he decided to become a co-owner as he wanted to be more than just a face and contribute to important team decisions.

BNP chief demands fresh polls, brands Hasina govt as `illegal`

Last Updated: Monday, January 20, 2014, 21:07

Bangladesh opposition leader Khaleda Zia on Monday asked supporters to force the "illegal" Awami League government to hold fresh elections during her first public rally after a virtual house arrest was eased.

Premier League: Chelsea end Manchester United`s title hopes with 3-1 win

Last Updated: Monday, January 20, 2014, 01:02

A Samuel Eto`o hat-trick lifted Chelsea to a 3-1 win over Manchester United on Sunday which all but ended the champions` slim hopes of defending their Premier League title.

India needs big-ticket leagues like ISL: Dwight Yorke

Last Updated: Sunday, January 19, 2014, 00:02

Former Manchester United forward Dwight Yorke today said that the proposed Indian Super League would help Indian football as the country needs big-ticket tournaments and stars to raise the profile of the game.

Netherlands rout New Zealand 7-2 to win World League Final title

Last Updated: Saturday, January 18, 2014, 23:53

Constantijn Jonker slammed a hat-trick to help the Netherlands spank New Zealand 7-2 in a lop-sided summit clash and lift the inaugural Hero Hockey World League Final title here today.

Hindu temple attacked in Bangladesh

Last Updated: Saturday, January 18, 2014, 21:03

Idols of Hindu goddesses were destroyed when unidentified persons attacked a temple in southwestern Bangladesh on Saturday, the latest in a string of incidents against the minority community.

Jose Mourinho rules out leaving Chelsea ever again

Last Updated: Saturday, January 18, 2014, 14:05

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has made it clear that he will never quit Stamford Bridge, as long as the club wants him to stay.

Man United's David Moyes diatribe ends with the FA caution, fine

Last Updated: Saturday, January 18, 2014, 11:25

In his short tenure at Manchester United, David Moyes has learnt to live with hullabaloo. Following criticisms from all and sundry after a tumultuous start to his Red Devils’ managerial role, the Football Association has told him to behave.

Manuel Pellegrini warns Manchester City not to rest on laurels

Last Updated: Saturday, January 18, 2014, 10:16

Manuel Pellegrini has warned his Manchester City stars not to rest on their laurels as the Premier League title challengers looks to reach a memorable landmark against Cardiff on Saturday.

We want to revive the interest of hockey in India: FIH CEO

Last Updated: Friday, January 17, 2014, 22:48

FIH CEO Kelly Fairweather on Friday acknowledged that Hockey World League has some teething problems but assured to overcome them in the next edition.