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India on the brink of historic series victory against South Africa: Indian Bowling Coach

Johannesburg (South Africa), Feb 9 (ANI): Indian cricket team bowling coach Bharat Arun on Friday said that India is on the brink of a series victory against South Africa in their home turf. No other team has won against South Africa in a One Day series and India is on a brink to break the jinx, which is going to be huge, said coach Bharat Arun. Applauding young spinners in the Indian side, Bharat Arun said that they are fearless and they perform irrespective of the prevailing wicket conditions. India has assailed a lead of 3-0 lead against South Africa in the six-match series by winning the third ODI by 124 runs in Cape Town.

Skipper Virat Kohli lauds spinners for victory against South Africa

Cape Town (South Africa), Feb 8 (ANI): India cricket team captain Virat Kohli applauded young spinners Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav for performing yet again in the third ODI against South Africa in Cape Town. India defeated South Africa in the third ODI, gaining a lead of 3-0 in the six-match series against the proteas. Both Indian spinners picked four wickets each, reducing South Africa to just 179 runs while chasing a target of 303 put by India in the first innings. Virat Kohli said in the press conference that the team is optimistic about the spinners and confident about the wrist spinners of picking wickets in the next three ODI's. These spinners will be a massive X factor for team India in the next World Cip, skipper Kohli added.

Watch: Under-19 players get heroes welcome

Mumbai/ Noida, Feb 07 (ANI): Newly-crowned ICC U-19 World Champions got heroes welcome by the public in their hometowns on Wednesday. Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray felicitated the U-19 captain Prithvi Shaw and congratulated him for his bright future. Meanwhile, Manjot Kalra also received warm welcome by the people in NCR's Noida. The members of the team, coached by legendary Rahul Dravid, were accorded a warm welcome on their arrival at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, in Mumbai on Monday. U-19 team produced a dominant performance in the tournament and remained unbeaten throughout to lift the glittery trophy for a record fourth time in New Zealand.

U-19 World Cup Win: Sachin Tendulkar hails boys' 'fabulous achievement'

Kolkata (West Bengal), Feb 04 (ANI): Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar was all praises over the U-19 Indian Cricket Team for clinching the World Cup, terming their victory as 'fabulous achievement.' Tendulkar lauded the U-19 boys' hard work, their strategy and execution. The cricket legend also credited BCCI for providing the team with infrastructure and every possible assistance. "It requires great team work to realise big dreams. They prepared themselves physically, mentally and planning, executions were right at the top. Evident that the Indian team stood apart from rest of the competitors," Tendulkar said.

Will suggest board to reward supporting staff with Rs. 25 lakh: BCCI Acting President Khanna

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): BCCI Acting President, CK Khanna couldn't be more proud of country's Under-19 team after their big victory. Calling them as 'young tigers,' he appreciated coach and former cricketer Rahul Dravid for his efforts. BCCI had announced that they will give Rs. 30 lakh to the team, but Khanna said he will propose the board to reward an amount of Rs. 25 lakh to the supporting staff and selectors, saying their role had been as vital in clinching the trophy.

India crush Aus, become 1st team to win U-19 World Cup 4 times

Promising opener Manjot Kalra played a starring role with an unbeaten century as India overpowered Australia by eight wickets in the final to claim the ICC U19 World Cup for a record fourth time.

U-19 World Cup victory exhibits team's high potentiality: Rajyavardhan Rathore

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore, on Saturday congratulated the team and coach Rahul Dravid for clinching the U-19 World Cup. Marvelling at the outstanding performance by the young team, Rathore said this simply means there has been well-crafted training, adding that it reflects high potentiality of the team. Indian U-19 Cricket Team won the World Cup 2018 in New Zealand earlier today. India's marvellous eight-wicket win over Australia proved the team's dominance and sheer determination. Soon after the victory, wishes started pouring in from across the country.

Nation celebrates as India wins U-19 World Cup

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): After India registered a massive win in the U-19 World Cup, the nation cheered and celebrated in excitement. Families of team members were seen celebrating with much excitement. This is India's fourth win in the U-19 category. India beat Australia by eight wickets and clinched the 2018 ICC U-19 World Cup title at the Bay Oval in New Zealand on Saturday.

India U-19 team lift World Cup, beat Australia by 8 wickets

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): India beat Australia by eight wickets and clinched the 2018 ICC U-19 World Cup title at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui in New Zealand on Saturday. With this victory, India created history as they become the first to win four ICC Under-19 World Cup titles. As India gained victory, the nation celebrated the win with much excitement and fervor. Meanwhile the BCCI has announced prize money for victorious India U-19 team. Head Coach of the team Rahul Dravid will get Rs. 50 lakh, while, the members of India U19 team will get Rs. 30 lakh each. The support staff will receive Rs 20 lakh each.

Doping ban overturned for 28 Russian athletes

New Delhi, Feb 02 (ANI): The doping bans of 28 Russian athletes were overturned on Thursday, creating a fresh controversy around the International Olympic Committee's position on Russia's participation at this year's Winter Olympics, scheduled to begin in a week in South Korea. It is, however, not clear yet if these 28 Russian athletes will compete in the upcoming Winter Olympics.

Fans hopeful of India's victory against South Africa

Durban (South Africa), Feb 1 (ANI): Indian fans in South Africa are hopeful of India's victory in the first One Day International match against South Africa at Kingsmead stadium in Durban. "Indian ODI team is strong and we will witness tons from Indian batsmen" said one of the fans. India suffered loss in the test series against South Africa, however, the team came back strongly in the last test match and defeated the proteas by 63 runs.

Prakash Padukone felicitated with Lifetime Achievement Award

New Delhi, Jan 30,(ANI): Deepika Padukone's father Prakash Padukone was felicitated by the Badminton Association of India (BAI) with Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was conferred by the Vice President of India M Venkaiah Naidu. The event was attended by Deepika Padukone and his wife Ujjala Padukone. During the event, Deepika was seen teary-eyed, when her father was honoured by the award.A proud Deepika Padukone took to social media, and wrote, "Many congratulations to Prakash Padukone sir for the Lifetime Achievement Award and also had a lovely time with the family and with one of my favourite Deepika Padukone."

U-19 WC: India storm into finals after thrashing Pakistan by 203 runs

Christchurch (New Zealand), Jan 30 (ANI): India registered a mammoth 203-run victory over arch-rival Pakistan in the semi-final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup being played at Christchurch's Hagley Oval cricket ground on Tuesday. After electing to bat first, India set a 273-run target with the help of Shubman Gill's 102-run innings, but Pakistan failed to inch even closer to the target as they were bowled out at 69 in just 29 overs. Gill, who became India's first centurion of this World Cup here, was declared the man of the match for his spectacular 102 runs of 94 balls. Earlier, skipper Prithvi Shaw and Manjot Kalra gave a solid start to India as they shared a partnership of 89 runs before the skipper was run out for 41. Following the skipper's dismissal, Kalra also departed on 47. However, unstoppable Gill, along with lower-order batsmen, brought the team back on track to take the team to 272 runs. Ishan Porel picked up four wickets for India, while Shiva Singh and Riyan Parag claimed

No final decision on match timings, will talk to all stakeholders first: IPL Chairman'

Bengaluru, Jan 27 (ANI): Indian Premier League (IPL) Chairman Rajeev Shukla on Saturday said that the decision on match timings is yet to be finalised, the IPL General Council has received the request and after talking to other stakeholders the council will take the final decision.

Watch: IPL auction begins, auctioneers from B-Town celebs to businessmen arrive in style

Bengaluru, Jan 27 (ANI): The much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) auction for the 11th edition of the tournament has begun in Bengaluru on Saturday. Over 578 players, out of the 1,122 players, have been kept for the final two-day auction, which includes 244 capped players (62 from India), 332 uncapped players (34 from overseas), and two players from Associate countries. The players have been divided into different sets for the auction. Bollywood celebs like Juhi Chawla, Nita Ambani, Preity zinta along with Cricketer Virender Sehwag walked into the event. The eight IPL franchise have been allowed to spend a maximum of Rs 80 crore on their squad salaries.

Home Minister Rajnath Singh meets World Cup winner Indian Blind Cricket team

New Delhi, Jan 24 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh met Indian Blind Cricket team in New Delhi after their world cup victory in the final match World Cup match against Pakistan in Sharjah stadium last week. India won the 4th World Cup by winning the finals by two wickets. India chased down a maqssive total of 308 put up by Pakistan in 40 overs. Indian team remained undefeated in the tournament. It a proud moment for India, said Indian Blind Cricket team captain Ajay Reddy.

Watch: Indian Women's Cricket team practice before their encounter with South Africa

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Jan 23 (ANI): The Indian Women's cricket team held a practice session on Tuesday ahead of their match with South Africa. The women's team practiced at the Mumbai Cricket Association grounds. The India Women's Cricket Team is scheduled to play South Africa women's cricket team from February 2 to 24. The ODI series will start at Kimberly. The tour consists of three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) matches which begins on February 13 at Potchefstroom. All rounder Harmanpreet Kaur had earlier spoken about how the two practice games in South Africa will help them gain confidence ahead of the ODI and T20 series. The ODI matches are a part of the 2017-20 ICC Women's Championship cycle.

Triumphant Indian Blind Cricket Team receive grand welcome

New Delhi, Jan 23 (ANI): World Cup winner Indian Blind Cricket Team received a grand welcome on their arrival at Delhi's IGI Airport from Sharjah on Sunday. India beat Pakistan by two wickets in the finals of 5th World Cup at Sharjah Stadium on Saturday. Indian batsman Sunil Ramesh played a great knock of 93 in the finals to help India achieve the big target of 308 runs in 40 Overs, India remained unbeaten in the entire tournament. Indian skipper Ajay Reddy appealed the BCCI and Government to help the team financially for encouragement in future.

India surges 3 places to occupy 102nd spot in FIFA rankings

New Delhi, Jan 19 (ANI): The Indian men's football team has climbed three spots to be placed 102nd in the latest Federation International de Football Association (FIFA) rankings. India, which are ranked 14th among Asian countries, have earned 13 points over the past month for a total of 333 points. Coached by Englishman Stephen Constantine, the Sunil Chhetri-led side are currently standing just above 103rd-placed Qatar. It should be noted that the Indian men's football team had remained unbeaten in 2017, having clinched seven of their nine matches while settling with the draw in two matches. They had also confirmed their berth in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 after snatching a 4-1 victory against Macau in the qualifiers in October last year. Meanwhile, the top 14 places remained unchanged, with World Champions Germany standing at the top spot followed by Brazil, Portugal, Argentina and Belgium.

We don't determine playing 11 from results: Virat Kohli

Johannesberg (South Africa), Jan 17 (ANI): India bit the dust in the second test match against the protease, this time in Centurion, Johannesberg, where India failed to chase down 286 runs losing the three matches test series by 2-0. South African jinx continues to burden the team and several cricket fans and experts raised question on Indian team selection for the tour. Virat Kohli, while addressing the media after the loss, asserted that it's not the results that determine the team. The team completely believes in each other and you cannot pin point on a particular ideal team for winning the matches. It's all part of the game and he does not bend on that opinion, the Indian skipper added. The last test between India and South Africa will commence in Leeds on January 24 followed by One Day International series next month.