SAFF Championship: Indian football team faces Maldives in must-win clash
3 years, 2 months ago

SAFF Championship: Indian football team faces Maldives in must-win clash

The Hindu  

Needing an outright win to remain alive in the SAFF Championship, the Indian football team will take on host Maldives in its final round-robin league match on Wednesday. A draw or a loss will see seven-time champion India miss the final, which could further raise questions on head coach Igor Stimac's future with the team. India's worst performance SAFF Championship so far was the third-place finish in 2003 and the team has either won or finished runner-up in 11 previous editions. Just like India captain Sunil Chhetri, the 36-year-old Ashfaq has carried Maldives football on his shoulders for a long time and has scored two of his side's three goals in this tournament.

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AUS vs IND, 5th Test: India knocked out; Australia to face South Africa in WTC final
6 days, 6 hours ago

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: India knocked out; Australia to face South Africa in WTC final

The Hindu  

Australia defeated India by six wickets and won the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 3-1 on Sunday and is all but through to the World Test Championship final. The defending champion sits second in the current standings and its win percentage cannot drop below the third-placed team even if it loses 2-0 to Sri Lanka in its forthcoming series. The Pat Cummins-led side …

How India can reach WTC Final: Win at SCG and hope for Sri Lankan series victory or draw against Australia
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1 week, 4 days ago

How India can reach WTC Final: Win at SCG and hope for Sri Lankan series victory or draw against Australia

The Hindu  

India may have lost the crucial Boxing Day contest by 184 runs but all is not lost as far as their chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship Final are concerned. To qualify for the final, India must win the last Test of the series against Australia at Sydney, and then hope for a positive result for Sri Lanka …

India Test results in 2024: Full list of match results, win/loss after India vs Australia 4th Test
1 week, 5 days ago

India Test results in 2024: Full list of match results, win/loss after India vs Australia 4th Test

The Hindu  

India finished 2024 with a 184-run defeat at the hands of Australia in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne on Monday. The side began the year with a win against South Africa in Cape Town and followed it up with a 4-1 series victory over England at home. However, its year took a downturn after a morale-crushing …

How can India qualify for WTC final after a drawn Test at Gabba in Brisbane vs Australia?
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

How can India qualify for WTC final after a drawn Test at Gabba in Brisbane vs Australia?

India TV News  

The race to make it to the World Test Championship final remains intense after the latest drawn Test match between India and Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. If India win the series 2-1 Australia should beat Sri Lanka only by a 1-0 margin OR South Africa lose the two-match series to Pakistan 1-0 at home. South Africa should lose …

World Test Championship 2023-25, Qualification Scenarios: How can India qualify for the WTC final after South Africa beat Sri Lanka?
1 month ago

World Test Championship 2023-25, Qualification Scenarios: How can India qualify for the WTC final after South Africa beat Sri Lanka?

The Hindu  

South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 109 runs in the second Test in Gqeberha to move back up to the summit of the ICC World Test Championship standings ahead of Australia. The other major contenders South Africa and Australia have another series in the pipeline, against Pakistan and Sri Lanka respectively. India can also finish above Australia with two wins …

World Test Championship Qualification Scenarios: How can India qualify for the WTC final after South Africa beat Sri Lanka?
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1 month, 1 week ago

World Test Championship Qualification Scenarios: How can India qualify for the WTC final after South Africa beat Sri Lanka?

The Hindu  

South Africa wrapped up a 233-run win over Sri Lanka and medium-pacer Marco Jansen finished with 11 wickets in the first Test on Saturday. After the win against Sri Lanka in the two-Test series, South Africa is now second in the WTC table with 59.26 percentage of points won. Australia, on the other hand, will need to bounce back in …

How South Africa’s win over Sri Lanka in 1st Test makes India and Australia’s road to WTC final more daunting
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1 month, 1 week ago

How South Africa’s win over Sri Lanka in 1st Test makes India and Australia’s road to WTC final more daunting

Hindustan Times  

The road to the World Test Championship final is getting more competitive with each passing day. With South Africa's win over Sri Lanka in the first Test by 233 runs at Kingsmead, Durban, it is time to bring the permutations and combinations into the mix. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via Copy Link Rishabh Pant ₹ 27 …

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?

Live Mint  

India's 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth has once again put Rohit Sharma's men back on top of the World Test Championship table. With four more Tests to go against Australia, the equation is clear for India - win at least three games and qualify for the WTC final next year without …

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?

Live Mint  

India's 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth has once again put Rohit Sharma's men back on top of the World Test Championship table. With four more Tests to go against Australia, the equation is clear for India - win at least three games and qualify for the WTC final next year without …

WTC Points Table after Perth Test: India reclaim No. 1 spot with win over Australia in 1st BGT match
1 month, 2 weeks ago

WTC Points Table after Perth Test: India reclaim No. 1 spot with win over Australia in 1st BGT match

Firstpost  

India outplayed Australia with bat as well as with ball in the opening match of the five-Test series of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to revive their chances of qualifying for a third consecutive ICC World Test Championship final. AP India had arrived in Australia for a marquee five-Test series on the back of a humiliating 0-3 whitewash at the hands of …

Karnataka Soars to the Top of Group C, Mumbai Makes a Strong Push in Group A
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2 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Soars to the Top of Group C, Mumbai Makes a Strong Push in Group A

The Hindu  

Karnataka emerges victorious in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, clinching the top spot in Group C. Mumbai moves up to fourth place in Group A with nine points, while Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu secure the third and fourth spots respectively in Group B. In the Group D standings, Railways secure the top spot, followed by Delhi and Chandigarh.

India Aims to Bounce Back Against Bangladesh in SAFF Women's Championship Final
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India Aims to Bounce Back Against Bangladesh in SAFF Women's Championship Final

The Hindu  

India aims to avenge their 2022 defeat against Bangladesh in the SAFF Women's Championship final match. The Blue Tigresses are seeking to top the group and secure a spot in the semifinals, while Bangladesh seeks to secure second place and finish runners-up. India leads the group with three points, while Bangladesh has one point and Pakistan has -3. The match …

Already qualified for semifinals, India beat Maldives 3-0 in SAFF U17 Championships
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Already qualified for semifinals, India beat Maldives 3-0 in SAFF U17 Championships

The Hindu  

Second half substitute Hemneichung Lunkim struck a brace as a dominant India blanked Maldives 3-0 to continue their winning streak at the SAFF U17 Championships on Tuesday. After Samson Ahongshangbam gave India the lead in the 14th minute, Lunkim scored in the 74th and 89th minute in the second and final Group A match at the Changlimithang Stadium. In the …

Unbeaten India, South Africa look to write perfect ending to their story in T20 WC final
6 months, 1 week ago

Unbeaten India, South Africa look to write perfect ending to their story in T20 WC final

Hindustan Times  

Bridgetown, : Unbeaten India and South Africa are set to step into the Kensington Oval, looking to write the perfect ending to their story in the T20 World Cup final. Unbeaten India, South Africa look to write perfect ending to their story in T20 WC final In just about a year, the duo of head coach Rahul Dravid and skipper …

SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship final: India faces gritty Bangladesh in summit clash
11 months ago

SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship final: India faces gritty Bangladesh in summit clash

The Hindu  

The India U19 Women’s National Team will be out to break a voodoo on the artificial turf of BSSSMK Stadium on Thursday, February 7, 2024, when it meets host Bangladesh in the SAFF U19 Women’s Championship 2024 final. The title has eluded India on more than one occasion, the latest example being the SAFF U20 Women’s Championship in Dhaka last …

Australia's fresh WTC challenge for Team India with 1st WI Test win as Rohit and Co. gear up for England Tests
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia's fresh WTC challenge for Team India with 1st WI Test win as Rohit and Co. gear up for England Tests

Hindustan Times  

Having completed their final T20I assignment before the World Cup in June, Team India is off a mini-break. When they re-assemble early next week, the focus will shift back to the game's traditional format, with India set to take on England in a five-match Test series starting January 25. It will be India's third series in the ongoing World Test …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Why is Sahal not playing in India’s match against Australia?
11 months, 4 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Why is Sahal not playing in India’s match against Australia?

The Hindu  

India is taking on Australia in its opening Group B match of the AFC Asian Cup match at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium in Doha on Saturday. The Blue Tigers are, however, without its key midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad, who is recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the Indian Super League last month. The Mohun Bagan Super Giant midfielder …

India vs South Africa: India grind out not-so-perfect win in quickest Test in Cape Town
1 year ago

India vs South Africa: India grind out not-so-perfect win in quickest Test in Cape Town

Firstpost  

Despite their wait for a series victory in South Africa never seeming to end, Team India had the last laugh in the second Test in Cape Town on Thursday. Given the manner in which South Africa folded out for 55 in the first innings after opting to bat first, not many would have foreshadowed India’s dramatic collapse for a meagre …

India vs South Africa: Revisiting Team India’s record at Cape Town’s Newlands
1 year ago

India vs South Africa: Revisiting Team India’s record at Cape Town’s Newlands

Firstpost  

The year 2023 ended on a disappointing note for the Indian men’s cricket team, who had a superb run especially in the ODIs but failed win major global titles. India’s Test record at Cape Town Team India have won only a handful of Tests in South Africa since they first toured the nation in 1992-93 — four to be precise. …

India vs South Africa: Why lack of practice games could hurt Rohit Sharma and Co heading into Centurion Test
1 year ago

India vs South Africa: Why lack of practice games could hurt Rohit Sharma and Co heading into Centurion Test

Firstpost  

India are scheduled to play an intra-squad match ahead of the first Test against South Africa in Centurion, their first red-ball game in five months. #TeamIndia members are here at the SuperSport Park, as they gear up for the 1st Test against South Africa.#SAvIND pic.twitter.com/NEKEpSqL7s — BCCI December 24, 2023 India arrived in South Africa two years ago as the …

SA vs IND, 1st Test: Rohit Sharma looks to steer India towards elusive prize after broken World Cup dreams
1 year ago

SA vs IND, 1st Test: Rohit Sharma looks to steer India towards elusive prize after broken World Cup dreams

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma will be out to bury the memory of his side’s defeat in the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup when he takes on South Africa in what is the final frontier for India in Test cricket. India's tour of South Africa: Full coverage Rohit, who was immaculate with the captain’s hat and the bat in …

SA vs IND: Sanjay Bangar explains why India have not won Test series in South Africa
1 year ago

SA vs IND: Sanjay Bangar explains why India have not won Test series in South Africa

India Today  

India play a 2-match Test series against India, starting 26 December - Boxing Day. India have never won a Test series against South Africa, and the series, in recent times has been dubbed as the final frontier for Indian cricket. South Africa vs India Test: Live Streaming Details Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar has opined that India not winning a …

India vs South Africa 1st Test: Numbers and records at Centurion's SuperSport Park
1 year ago

India vs South Africa 1st Test: Numbers and records at Centurion's SuperSport Park

Firstpost  

The SuperSport Park in Centurion will host the first Test match in the two-match series between India and South Africa India and South Africa will face off in two Test matches in the final leg of India’s tour of South Africa 2023-24. The average score at SuperSport Park for South Africa is 315 runs per Test match, while India’s average …

Team India reach top of the WTC World Test Championship points table after Pakistan's humbling loss to Australia – India TV
1 year ago

Team India reach top of the WTC World Test Championship points table after Pakistan's humbling loss to Australia – India TV

India TV News  

Someone's loss means someone else's gain and this time it is India's as far as the World Test Championship points table is concerned as the two-time finalists have gone to the top of the ladder in the ongoing 2023-25 cycle. Image Source : ICC-CRICKETWTC 2023-25 points table after AUS vs PAK 1st Test Australia stayed in fifth place while New …

Rohit Sharma highlights India's attacking brand of cricket and role clarity ahead of World Cup final
1 year, 1 month ago

Rohit Sharma highlights India's attacking brand of cricket and role clarity ahead of World Cup final

India TV News  

India are all set to clash against Australia in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Ahmedabad on November 19. With nine wins in nine group matches and a thumping win over the last edition's runner-up New Zealand led India to their fourth final. On the other hand, Pat Cummins-led Australian side lost the opening two games …

Two wins and a heartbreak: Looking back at India's World Cup finals
1 year, 1 month ago

Two wins and a heartbreak: Looking back at India's World Cup finals

Hindustan Times  

It has been well over a decade since India last reached the final of a World Cup final but they have done that this year in style. With the 2023 final scheduled to take place on Sunday, let's take a look at the last three World Cup finals that India played in. 2003: Australia beat India by 125 runs India …

World Cup 2023: India vs New Zealand semi-final almost a certainty, match to be played in Mumbai
1 year, 2 months ago

World Cup 2023: India vs New Zealand semi-final almost a certainty, match to be played in Mumbai

Firstpost  

India facing New Zealand in the semi-final of 2023 Cricket World Cup is now almost a certainty after the Black Caps defeated Sri Lanka on Thursday. India is set to face New Zealand in their 2023 Cricket World Cup semi-final after the Black Caps took a decisive lead over the other three teams fighting for the fourth spot. India are …

‘India will win the World Cup’: Former cricketer Syed Kirmani
1 year, 2 months ago

‘India will win the World Cup’: Former cricketer Syed Kirmani

The Hindu  

Syed Kirmani who was one of the crucial figures in India’s 1983 World Cup has backed India to win the World Cup on the back of their exceptional performances throughout the tournament. Kirmani along with South Africa’s iconic cricketer Jonty Rhodes travelled in the Vande Bharat Express from Bhopal to Delhi on Thursday. After arriving in Delhi, Kirmani was quizzed …

India vs South Africa: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match preview
1 year, 2 months ago

India vs South Africa: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match preview

Al Jazeera  

Unbeaten India face South Africa in a clash between the top two in the group stage standings at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Who: India vs South Africa When: Sunday, November 5, 2pm Where: Eden Gardens, Kolkata South Africa captain Temba Bavuma bristled at the mention of the chokers tag before Sunday’s meeting with India in Kolkata. “There’s still a lot of …

IND vs SA, World Cup 2023: Perfect time to test bench strength? India's predicted playing XI
1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs SA, World Cup 2023: Perfect time to test bench strength? India's predicted playing XI

India TV News  

India and South Africa clash in the mouth-watering World Cup 2023 clash at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Sunday, November 4. Match Details: Match: World Cup 2023, match no.36 Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata Time: 2:00 PM IST Where to Watch: Live broadcast on Star Sports 1 HD and live stream Hotstar App and Website Team News: India will be without their …

India become first team to qualify for 2023 World Cup semi-finals with unbeaten 7/7 record
1 year, 2 months ago

India become first team to qualify for 2023 World Cup semi-finals with unbeaten 7/7 record

Hindustan Times  

The Indian team became the first to qualify for the semi-finals of the 2023 World Cup on Thursday, as the side thrashed Sri Lanka by 302 runs in Mumbai. The trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Mohammed Shami dismantled the Sri Lankan batting order, much like their previous thrashing of Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final back in …

Cricket World Cup Latest Points Table Highest Run Score, Wicket-Taker List Ahead India vs Sri Lanka Match
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket World Cup Latest Points Table Highest Run Score, Wicket-Taker List Ahead India vs Sri Lanka Match

ABP News  

Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table: South Africa ascended to the top spot in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table following a dominant 190-run victory over New Zealand on Wednesday, November 1 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. With the win over New Zealand, the Proteas have amassed 12 points from seven ODI World Cup 2023 matches …

Cricket World Cup 2023 IND vs SL | India looks to seal its seemingly pre-ordained semifinal berth
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket World Cup 2023 IND vs SL | India looks to seal its seemingly pre-ordained semifinal berth

The Hindu  

If by a miracle, all vehicles on the roads around this mega city’s maidans stop in unison, drivers avoid pressing those blaring horns, and vendors stay mum, the resultant silence will be punctured by the sound of a million red cherries thudding into eager bats. Cricket is all pervading in Mumbai and at the Wankhede Stadium with its various hat-tips …

World Cup 2023, IND vs ENG: Where do India stand on the points table after demolishing England by 100 runs
1 year, 2 months ago

World Cup 2023, IND vs ENG: Where do India stand on the points table after demolishing England by 100 runs

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma-led Indian unit continued their supreme run in the ongoing World Cup as they defeated England by 100 runs in Lucknow on Sunday. Team India celebrate after Mohammed Shami picks a wicket England, who have been bit off colour in the tournament, failed to resist the Indian attack as 27 off 46 by Liam Livingstone was the highest individual …

'India are favourites but...': Wasim Akram sends out warning to Rohit and Co. for England clash at World Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

'India are favourites but...': Wasim Akram sends out warning to Rohit and Co. for England clash at World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Legendary Pakistani fast bowler Wasim Akram believes Team India should be wary of the threat England can provide even though the defending champions have hit rock bottom in the ICC World Cup 2023 standings. Akram backed India as favourites in its upcoming clash with England Last edition's runners-up New Zealand crushed England by 9 wickets in its World Cup 2023 …

Irani Cup, SAUR vs ROI: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium pitch report, records
1 year, 3 months ago

Irani Cup, SAUR vs ROI: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium pitch report, records

India TV News  

Irani Cup, SAUR vs ROI: Ranji trophy champions Saurashtra will be locking horns against the Rest of India in the Irani Cup 2023. The Saurashtra Cricket Stadium will be hosting the one-off game. Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium pitch report As seen in the India vs Australia game, the surface of the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium is a batting-friendly one. Test …

Indian football, Asian Games 2023: India looks to fight as a unit against heavyweight Saudi Arabia in Hangzhou
1 year, 3 months ago

Indian football, Asian Games 2023: India looks to fight as a unit against heavyweight Saudi Arabia in Hangzhou

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s national football team, led by Sunil Chhetri, will go all guns blazing against Saudi Arabia, in the round of 16 match of the 19th Asian Games at the Huanglong Sports Centre Stadium in Hangzhou on Thursday. There are no injuries for tomorrow.” The last meeting between the two teams in the Asian Games ended in a solitary-goal …

India starts favourite against Nepal in SAFF U19 Championship semifinals
1 year, 3 months ago

India starts favourite against Nepal in SAFF U19 Championship semifinals

The Hindu  

India will start as overwhelming favourite against hosts Nepal in the semifinal of the SAFF Under-19 Championship here on Wednesday. RELATED: India vs Pakistan in SAFF U19 Championship 2023 final as Blue Colts beat Nepal on penalties Nepal was second in Group A behind Pakistan, who will lock horns with Bhutan in the other semifinal match at Dashrath Stadium, Kathmandu. …

India become no.1 team across all three formats in updated ICC rankings
1 year, 3 months ago

India become no.1 team across all three formats in updated ICC rankings

India TV News  

India men's cricket team replaces Pakistan at the top of the ICC ODI team rankings after their five-wicket win over Australia at Mohali's PCA IS Bindra Stadium on Friday, September 22. In Tests, the Indian team tops the ICC rankings with 118 points, on a level with Australia and dominates in T20Is with 264 points, three more than the second-placed …

India Playing XI for Asia Cup Final
1 year, 3 months ago

India Playing XI for Asia Cup Final

Deccan Chronicle  

After a grueling two weeks of intense competition, we stand on the precipice of the Asia Cup 2023 final, a monumental clash between the giants of Asian cricket, India and Sri Lanka. As we eagerly await the epic showdown, let's delve into the analysis of the best possible playing elevens for the India vs. Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023 final. …

India predicted playing XI vs Bangladesh in Asia Cup 2023: Iyer, Suryakumar, Shami to play in Super 4 match?
1 year, 3 months ago

India predicted playing XI vs Bangladesh in Asia Cup 2023: Iyer, Suryakumar, Shami to play in Super 4 match?

India TV News  

Indian cricket team will take on Bangladesh in the last Super 4 fixture of the Asia Cup 2023 at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium on Friday, September 15. Rohit Sharma's Indian team has already secured a spot in the final and is waiting for the winner of the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match. Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid made only one …

SAFF U-16 C’Ships: India, Bangladesh set for summit clash in the Himalayas
1 year, 4 months ago

SAFF U-16 C’Ships: India, Bangladesh set for summit clash in the Himalayas

The Hindu  

The Changlimithang Stadium, in Thimphu, Bhutan, is all set as India and Bangladesh look to fight it out in the summit clash of the SAFF U-16 Championship 2023, on Sunday, September 10. India head coach Ishfaq Ahmed said, “We have worked so hard to get here, but we know that Bangladesh are a tough side, and we will have to …

King’s Cup 2023: ‘Robbed’ of final berth, India confident of beating Lebanon in third-place match
1 year, 4 months ago

King’s Cup 2023: ‘Robbed’ of final berth, India confident of beating Lebanon in third-place match

The Hindu  

Heartbroken but head held high after its penalty shootout loss to Iraq in the semifinals, India would look to continue its recent domination against Lebanon when it faces off in the third-place match of Kings Cup here on Sunday. India and Lebanon has played against each other three times this year and Stimac’s side has won twice -- though one …

India crushes Maldives 8-0 to make SAFF U-16 Championship final
1 year, 4 months ago

India crushes Maldives 8-0 to make SAFF U-16 Championship final

The Hindu  

India produced a dominant show to crush Maldives 8-0 in the semifinal and qualify for the SAFF U-16 Championship summit clash on Friday. While Aiborlang Kharthangmaw and Mohammad Arbash scored a brace each, Vishal Yadav, Mohammed Kaif, Levis Zangminlun, and Manbhakupar Malngiang scored one goal apiece. While Maldives goalkeeper Ahmed Mifzal did well to deny the Indians in just over …

India announces 23-member squad for SAFF U-19 Championship
1 year, 4 months ago

India announces 23-member squad for SAFF U-19 Championship

The Hindu  

National Under-19 football head coach Shuvendu Panda on Friday announced a 23-member Indian squad for the SAFF U-19 Championship, to commence in Kathmandu on September 21. The only other time the tournament was held in the U-19 category was in 2015 in Nepal, where the hosts defeated India on penalties after regulation time ended in a 1-1 stalemate. India squad …

India opens SAFF U16 campaign with narrow win over Bangladesh
1 year, 4 months ago

India opens SAFF U16 campaign with narrow win over Bangladesh

The Hindu  

The India U16 men’s team secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Bangladesh to open its SAFF U16 Championship campaign at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan on Saturday. The Ishfaq Ahmed-coached side, playing its first-ever international match, was kept at bay by some solid goalkeeping from Bangladesh’s Nahidul Islam before Thoungamba Singh Usham netted the winning goal in the 74th …

India announces 23-member squad for SAFF U-16 championship
1 year, 4 months ago

India announces 23-member squad for SAFF U-16 championship

The Hindu  

The AIFF on Sunday announced India’s U-16 squad comprising 23 members for the upcoming SAFF Championship to be played next month. India’s men’s U-16 head coach Ishfaq Ahmed has named Rohit, Aheibam Suraj Singh and Arush Hari as goalkeepers for the tournament to be held in Thimpu, Bhutan, from September 1-10. Ngariyambam Abhijit, Mohammed Kaif, Yaipharemba Chingakham, Usham Thoungamba, Vumlenlal …

SAFF Championship 2023: Defending champion India drawn with Bangladesh in U16 and U19 categories
1 year, 5 months ago

SAFF Championship 2023: Defending champion India drawn with Bangladesh in U16 and U19 categories

The Hindu  

The draw for the under-16 and under-19 categories of the South Asian Football Federation Championship was held at the Bangladesh Football Federation house in Dhaka, Bangladesh on Saturday. In the under-16 category, India was drawn with Nepal and Bangladesh while Pakistan, Bhutan and Maldives were drawn in the other group. U16 SAFF Championship 2023 Groups: Group A: India, Nepal, Bangladesh …

India conquers SAFF Championship for the ninth time
1 year, 5 months ago

India conquers SAFF Championship for the ninth time

The Hindu  

Fresh from clinching the Intercontinental Cup in Bhubaneshwar, India had to shift base immediately to Bengaluru for the SAFF Championship. Indian captain Sunil Chhetri relished the prospect of an added challenge and welcomed the idea of having Lebanon and Kuwait, saying that facing tougher teams will only help India sharpen its skills ahead of facing heavyweights such as Syria, Uzbekistan …

India captain Sunil Chhetri echoes coach Igor Stimac's demand for long camp ahead of Asian Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

India captain Sunil Chhetri echoes coach Igor Stimac's demand for long camp ahead of Asian Cup

India TV News  

Echoing his coach Igor Stimac's strong demand, India captain Sunil Chhetri has highlighted the importance of having a long preparatory camp ahead of crucial tournaments like the Asian Cup. "We are going to face Australia, Uzbekistan and Syria in the Asian Cup, that is why Stimac have spoken about long camps. Chhetri wants to play one top Asian team ahead …

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