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Off late, Vidic has been spending his time in Italy but wishes to stay connected with the beautiful game. (Photo: AFP)

Role of a modern defender more challenging: Manchester United great...

The demand for top quality defenders has grown in the Premier League and managers are now openly willing to splash the...

23 Feb 2018 5:20 PM IST

Sakshi Malik soaks in success at ring

Sakshi Malik has come a long way since her humble beginnings in wrestling.

22 Feb 2018 7:43 AM IST

Asked how she prepares mentally ahead of each bout, the grappler stated it all boiled down to training well. (Photo: PTI)

Parents come and ask me how to make their daughters good wrestlers:...

While there is a skewed sex ratio in Haryana, the baby-faced wrestler has changed the wrestling stereotype predominated...

21 Feb 2018 5:11 PM IST

Neymar, who is being potentially eyed as Cristiano Ronaldos successor at the Santiago Bernabeu, will take a few lessons from his rival as Emerys side eye revenge in the second leg. (Photo: AFP)

UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid 3-1 Paris Saint-Germain: 5 talking...

Real Madrid won the first leg of the much-awaited Ronaldo vs Neymar clash as they beat PSG 3-1 in Madrid.

15 Feb 2018 9:34 AM IST

FC Pune Citys Marcelinho celebrates after scoring a goal during a league encounter against Mumbai City FC on Sunday. (Photo: ISL Media)

ISL 2017-18: Marcelinho-led Pune deal major blow to Mumbai's playoff...

Another away victory saw the Orange Army consolidate their position at the second place, whereas Mumbai City slipped to...

11 Feb 2018 9:08 PM IST

IPL 2018: 5 capped Indian players who could potentially join the...

We take a look at five Indian players that may prompt teams to engage in a fierce bidding war at the IPL auctions.

23 Jan 2018 3:26 PM IST

(Photo: ISL Media)

ISL 2017-18: Sunil Chhetri haunts former club Mumbai as Bengaluru...

Chhetri and co made sure they kept their perfect away winning run intact as Mumbai slumped to another home loss.

18 Jan 2018 11:11 PM IST

If South Africa make life tough for us, we'll make it tougher for...

Virat Kohli also echoed Shastri's views and said that preparing with a particular mindset is vital on overseas tours.

27 Dec 2017 9:44 PM IST

Many questions were raised over Jurgen Klopps inability to sign a quality centre-back, but former Liverpool defender Sami Hyppia doesnt view the clubs summer activity as a failure.(Photo: AFP)

Liverpool should take time if unsure about Virgil van Dijk transfer:...

The former Liverpool defender spoke at the LFC World event in Mumbai along with Robbie Fowler, Vladimir Smicer and Luis...

7 Dec 2017 8:52 PM IST

Mandar Rao Dessai was a constant threat for Goa on the left flank. (Photo: ISL Media)

ISL 2017-18: Samba magic helps Mumbai City FC outshine FC Goa

The Gaurs walked away empty handed despite having better chances and possesion on the night.

25 Nov 2017 11:00 PM IST

(Photo: Bengaluru FC)

ISL 2017: John Johnson, a West Block Blues favourite and the spine of...

A fan favourite now, the West Block Blues faithful chant the Englishman's name like he is one of their own.

16 Nov 2017 6:23 PM IST

(Photo: ISL Media)

ISL 2017: Ranko Popovic, the man to turn tables around at FC Pune...

Following fruitless stints in three years, the Stallions are aiming to taste silverware for the first time under the...

15 Nov 2017 6:49 PM IST