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IOC committed to Tokyo Games despite virus; Japan shuts schools nationwide

Japan has so far seen four deaths related to the virus, among nearly 200 known infections

There's proof that chess improves students' academics: Viswanathan Anand

In a Q&A, India's first Grandmaster and World Chess Championship in 2000 talks about his biography and the nuances of the game

Tokyo Olympics: India will send a large contingent, says minister Rijiju

In reply to a question with regard to the spread of coronavirus, he said that the preparations for the mega showpiece event are going on as planned

Shooting WC: Amid Coronavirus fears, S Korea seeks clarification from India

Efforts to get in touch with the NRAI President failed as Singh couldn't be reached on phone

Pressure on South Africa skipper De Kock ahead of Australia ODI series

Australia's Aaron Finch will be leading what looks like a full-strength touring side with the exception of Glenn Maxwell, who is missing because of surgery

Goodbye, Tennis: 5-time Grand Slam winner Maria Sharapova retires at 32

She shot to fame as a giggly 17-year-old Wimbledon winner in 2004, the third-youngest player to conquer the All England Club's hallowed grass courts

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: India vs New Zealand live streaming details

India vs New Zealand World Cup match will be telecast live on Star Sport 2 and Star Sports 2 HD with English commentary from 9:30 am (IST) while the toss will take place at 9:00 am (IST)

Australia names squad for NZ series, Jhye Richardson to stay in SA for ODIs

Jhye Richardson hasn't played international cricket for Australia for 11 months after suffering a serious shoulder injury after the series against Pakistan last March.

ICC Test rankings: Steve Smith displaces Kohli to become No.1 Test batsman

Kohli, who has 906 points, slipped to the second position in the list which also features Ajinkya Rahane, Cheteshwar Pujara and Mayank Agarwl at the eighth, ninth and 10th place respectively

Kohli backs Shaw, says he is a natural stroke-player, knows how to get runs

In the Test series opener at the Basin Reserve, Shaw was found wanting against Tim Southee and Trent Boult in both the innings, thus drawing criticism over his technique

Virat Kohli and co finding it tough to counter pace and bounce: Neil Wagner

With India troubled by short balls bowled from round the wicket, the 33-year-old Wagner promised that they will employ the same strategy during the second match starting Saturday

ICC Women's T20 WC: Mandhana doesn't mind sharing limelight with Shafali

The 23-year-old Mandhana, who has been a key player for the Indian team in the last two-three years, said Verma is showing she is capable of filling her boots

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: India eyes hattrick of wins in clash against NZ

The 16-year-old sensation Shafali Verma has been the standout batter with a whirlwind 17-ball 39 against Bangladesh, following her 29 against Australia.

SA vs AUS 3rd T20: Check predicted playing 11, live streaming details here

South Africa vs Australia 3rd T20 match will be telecast live on Sony Six and Sony Six HD with English commentary from 9:30 pm IST

India to host Commonwealth shooting, archery events in January 2022

The medals from the two events will be counted in the final tally of the Birmingham Games

AUS vs SA, 3rd T20: Smith, Warner return to Newlands after sandpaper row

Smith and Warner were captain and vice-captain of Australia on March 24, 2018 when team-mate Cameron Bancroft was caught on television hiding a piece of yellow sandpaper in his trousers

Bangabandhu 100-yr celebration: Kohli, Pant, Shami in Asia XI squad for T20

The matches, to celebrate the birth centenary of Bangladesh's founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, are scheduled to be held from March 18 to 22

IPL 2020: MS Dhoni to start training from March 2 at Chepauk Stadium

Former India captain Dhoni is expected to practice for a couple of weeks with the likes of Raina and Ambati Rayudu among others. Check CSK IPL 2020 schedule, players list and their salaries here

IPL 2020: Ahead of court's verdict, RR to train for three days in Guwahati

RR boys will train from February 27 to 29 in Guwahati with Robin Uthappa being one of the big names who will be a part of the training sessions, says a Rajasthan Royals official

Nayeem Hasan's fifer helps Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe by innings and 106 runs

Nayeem was supported by fellow spinner Taijul Hasan who took four wickets in Zimbabwe's second innings