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Jan 10, 2020 18:01

18 teams to compete in Hero Second Division League 2019-20

NEW DELHI: Eighteen teams comprising of reserve teams of eight Hero Indian Super League clubs (Except Northeast United FC and Odisha FC) and two Hero I-League clubs (Punjab FC and Indian Arrows) will compete in the preliminary round of Hero Second Division League 2019-20. 

The preliminary round will kick-off in the last week…

Jan 10, 2020 18:01

Global campaign to end human trafficking ahead of Super Bowl LIV

MIAMI: "It's a Penalty" has launched its eighth global Super Bowl campaign focused on harnessing the power of sport to prevent abuse, exploitation and trafficking. 

Jan 10, 2020 17:01

Hockey India captain Rani nominated for World Games Athlete of 2019

NEW DELHI: Indian women's hockey team captain Rani Rampal has been been nominated for The World Games Athlete of the Year 2019.

This will be the 6th edition of the IWGA initiative that recognises and honours an athlete or a team for their outstanding performance in 2019, or for their social commitment or particularly fair…

Jan 10, 2020 16:01

IOC awards Olympic Cup to UNHCR

LAUSANNE: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has awarded the Olympic Cup 2019 to UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.

The award ceremony took place at the beginning of the IOC Session that is meeting in Lausanne during the Youth Olympic Games Lausanne 2020, which officially opened on 7th January.

The Olympic Cup was…

Jan 10, 2020 09:01

DSport ownership dispute: HC issues directive to I&B Ministry

MUMBAI: Even as Discovery Communications India declared on Thursday that it had ended its relationship with "third-party service provider" Lex Sportel Vision in regards to running the sports channel DSport, a recent ruling by the Delhi High Court makes clear that this is NOT an open and shut case.

Jan 10, 2020 09:01

Bushfire appeal: Warne's baggy green fetches A$1m+

MELBOURNE: The auction of former Australia leg spinner Shane Warne's baggy green cap towards relief efforts for those affected by the bushfires ravaging the country crossed the magic A$1 million mark when bidding closed Friday.

Jan 09, 2020 18:01

World Snooker rebrands as WST

LONDON: Snooker’s commercial arm has relaunched as the World Snooker Tour (WST) to reflect its global growth over the past decade.

Previously known as World Snooker, WST runs the professional circuit around the globe, with a tour of 25 events and total prize money of £14.6 million ($19m).

A new logo and branding for…

Jan 09, 2020 16:01

NFL seals global apparel deal with H&M

WASHINGTON: The National Football League has sealed a new apparel and accessories deal with Swedish clothing retail company H&M.

The agreement will include the launch of men’s, women’s and children’s NFL-branded apparel and accessories. 

Merchandise will be sold in more than 20 countries including India, the UK,…

Jan 09, 2020 16:01

European Youth Basketball League: NBA Academy India to participate

NEW DELHI: The NBA Academy India will participate in Stage II of European Youth Basketball League from Jan. 9-12 in Szolnok, Hungary.  The team will play four games, first against SKURU BASKET on Thursday.

Jan 09, 2020 16:01

Manchester City announces global partnership with Midea

FOSHAN, China: Manchester City has announced a new global partnership with the world's #1 consumer appliances producer, Midea.

Omar Berrada, chief operating officer for Manchester City, welcomed Midea to the City family and said: "As we enter the second half of the season, we're delighted to be teaming up with such a leading…