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Everything you need to know about New Super Market: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Coaching in China big challenge for Eriksson

June 18, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Guangzhou, June 18 (IANS) It certainly recalled the memory of Sven-Goran Eriksson from the 'good old days' in Italy and England, when he was surrounded by journalists and fans.

Singapore Open kicks off with several withdrawals

June 18, 2013 at 1:25 PM

Singapore, June 18 (IANS) The Singapore Open kicked off Tuesday with several of the top players absent from the men's singles event.

Jennifer Lopez signs up for film on Chilean miners

June 18, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Los Angeles, June 18 (IANS/EFE) Jennifer Lopez is the latest addition to the cast of "The 33", a film based on the story of survival of the miners trapped for more than two months below ground after a mine collapse in northern Chile, The Hollywood Reporter said Monday.

'Man of Steel' flying high at Indian box office

June 17, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai, June 17 (IANS) Zack Snyder-directed gripping story "Man of Steel" seems to have connected with its Indian audience and garnered Rs.21 crore in the opening weekend.

Besiktas elects new chairman

June 17, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Ankara, June 17 (IANS) Fikret Orman was elected the chairman of Besiktas football club for a second time by winning an overwhelming majority of votes Monday.

Putin denies stealing Patriots Super Bowl $25,000 ring

June 17, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Washington, June 17 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has denies allegations that he stole New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft's Super Bowl ring.

Moms' stories will shock you: Marzi Pestonji

June 16, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The dance reality show "Dance India Dance Super Moms" may have given wings to several women and choreographer Marzi Pestonji, one of the judges on the show, says their life stories are shocking.

Legendary shuttler Taufik Hidayat bids farewell to fans

June 16, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Jakarta, June 16 (IANS) Legendary Indonesian shuttler Taufik Hidayat bade a tearful goodbye to his loyal fans and his country's badminton association (PBSI) here Sunday at the end of a 17-year-long spectacular professional career.

Eorl Crabtree wishes to become a bodyguard after meeting RiRi

June 16, 2013 at 3:40 PM

London, June 16 (ANI): Rugby star Eorl Crabtree wants to serve as a bodyguard for the stars after a chance meeting with Rihanna last week.

Lee Chong Wei wins 5th Indonesia Open

June 16, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Jakarta, June 16 (IANS) Malaysia's top seed Lee Chong Wei won the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier men's singles title for the fifth time, beating German Marc Zwiebler 21-15, 21-14 here Sunday.

Shuttlers Bao-Cheng win Indonesia Open women's doubles title

June 16, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Jakarta, June 16 (IANS) Bao Yixin and Cheng Shu upset their Chinese compatriots Wang Xiaoli and Yu Yang in a tough three-game match to win the women's doubles title at the $700,000 Indonesia Open Super Series Premier here Sunday.

Sven Goran Eriksson planning move to China club under 18-month deal

June 16, 2013 at 1:56 PM

London, June 16 (ANI): Swedish football manager Sven Goran Eriksson has left his responsibilities as director of United Arab Emirates side Al Nasr the Swede and is travelling to China for coaching the Chinese Super League club Guangzhou RandF on a 18-month contract.

Indonesian shuttlers lose in men's singles, mixed doubles

June 15, 2013 at 11:08 PM

Jakarta, June 15 (IANS) Indonesia went out of contention in the men's singles and mixed doubles as their shuttlers were beaten in the semifinals of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier here Saturday.

Indonesian shuttlers secure final berth at home

June 15, 2013 at 10:52 PM

Jakarta, June 15 (IANS) Indonesian men's doubles shuttlers Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan secured a final berth match at the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier after they trashed their Russian opponents in the semis Saturday.

Schenk stops Saina at Indonesia Open (Roundup)

June 15, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Jakarta, June 15 (IANS) A dramatic loss to arch-rival Juliane Schenk in the women's singles semifinals saw defending champion Saina Nehwal failing to win her fourth Indonesia Open Super Series Premier crown here Saturday.

Schenk stops Saina at Indonesia Open

June 15, 2013 at 6:36 PM

Jakarta, June 15 (IANS) Defending champion Saina Nehwal failed to win her fourth Indonesia Open Super Series Premier crown after a dramatic loss to arch-rival Juliane Schenk in the women's singles semifinals here Saturday.

Saina out of Indonesia Open

June 15, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Jakarta, June 15 (IANS) India's Saina Nehwal failed to make her fifth consecutive final appearance at the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier badminton after she was beaten by her arch-rival Juliane Schenk of Germany in the women's singles semifinal here Saturday.

Putin stole my Super Bowl ring, says New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft

June 15, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New York, June 15(ANI): New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has revealed that the Russian president Vladimir Putin pocketed his Super Bowl ring, worth more than 25,000 dollars during a 2005 meeting.

China's defending champions advance to Indonesia Open final

June 15, 2013 at 2:53 PM

Jakarta, June 15 (IANS) Defending women's doubles champions Wang Xiaoli and Yu Yang advanced to the final of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier after beating their seeded compatriots Ma Jin and Tang Jinhua 21-18, 21-16 in the semifinals here Saturday.

Gerard Butler splits from girlfriend?

June 15, 2013 at 6:20 AM

Los Angeles, June 15 (IANS) Actor Gerard Butler is reportedly no longer in a relationship with Romanian model Madalina Ghenea.

China secures women's doubles title in Indonesia

June 14, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Jakarta, June 14 (IANS) China secured the women's doubles title as four Chinese pairs entered the semifinals after beating their respective opponents at the Indonesian Open Super Series Premier here Friday.

China out of men's singles in Indonesia

June 14, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Jakarta, June 14 (IANS) Chinese shuttlers were out of contention in the men's singles event of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier as Du Pengyu was beaten by Indonesian Dyonisius Hayom Rumbaka in the quarterfinals here Friday.

Indonesian shuttlers stop Chinese in men's doubles

June 14, 2013 at 7:08 PM

Jakarta, June 14 (IANS) Indonesian unseeded men's doubles shuttlers Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan defeated Chinese pairing of Cai Yun and Fu Haifeng in the quarter-finals of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier Friday, thrashing China's only hope to win the event in the tournament.

Saina enters Indonesia Open semis

June 14, 2013 at 6:53 PM

Jakarta, June 14 (IANS) Defending champion Saina Nehwal entered the women's singles semifinals of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier defeating Spaniard Carolina Marin at the Istora Gelora Bung Karno Stadium here Friday.

Saina, Jayaram, Gurusaidutt advance in Indonesia Open

June 13, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Jakarta, June 13 (IANS) Defending champion Saina Nehwal and R.M.V. Gurusaidutt and Ajay Jayaram won their respective matches to advance to the quarter-finals of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier here Thursday.

Saina, Gurusaidutt advance in Indonesia Open

June 13, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Jakarta, June 13 (IANS) Defending champion Saina Nehwal advanced to the women's singles quarter-finals of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier here Thursday.

Suspend Super Kings, Royals pending inquiry: Bindra

June 11, 2013 at 7:48 PM

Chandigarh, June 11 (IANS) Former cricket Board president Inderjit Singh Bindra has in a passionate appeal to his buddy-turned-foe Jagmohan Dalmiya recalled the spirit the two showed in addressing some glaring inadequacies in the board administration and urged him to show the same zeal as interim chief in eradicating the ills in the system now.

Working full throttle to promote 'Ghanchakkar': Emraan Hashmi

June 11, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Emraan Hashmi, lead actor of "Ghanchakkar", says the film's team is leaving no stone unturned to promtoe it in various cities and on reality shows ahead of its June 28 release.

Team India focusing on Champions Trophy, says Dhoni

June 10, 2013 at 8:04 PM

London (United Kingdom), June 10 (ANI): Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Monday continued to keep mum on the controversies surrounding the sixth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL), and said that his side is at the moment focusing on the ongoing Champions Trophy.

IPL clean-up sweeps away cheerleaders, night parties

June 10, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Indian cricket board's interim president Jagmohan Dalmiya Monday said there would be no late-night parties and cheerleaders in the next edition of Indian Premier League as part of "Operation Clean-up" to restore the reputation of the IPL and the game.

BCCI suspends Raj Kundra pending inquiry

June 10, 2013 at 5:24 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) The Indian cricket board Monday suspended Rajasthan Royals co-owner Raj Kundra from all cricketing activities pending probe on the basis of Delhi Police claims that he placed bets in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

My 'Ghanchakkar' look adds fun to promos: Vidya

June 10, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) Known for her classy and elegant sartorial style, Vidya Balan is donning flashy clothes while promoting "Ghanchakkar" and feels her garish looks add a fun element to the promos.

Super Kings, Royals will be hot topics at BCCI meet

June 9, 2013 at 8:01 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The future of Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be discussed at length when the working committee of the Indian cricket board meets here Monday.

Kirsten warns Proteas to improve to make mark in Champions Trophy

June 9, 2013 at 9:54 AM

Johannesburg, June 9 (ANI): Outgoing South African coach Gary Kirsten has it is necessary for the team to improve in their last two group B matches of the ICC Champions Trophy for having success in the eight-nation tournament.

Spot fixing panel now a two-member body: Dalmiya

June 6, 2013 at 10:49 PM

Kolkata, June 6 (IANS) Indian crickwet board's interim chief Jagmohan Dalmiya Thursday announced that the panel probing the Indian Premier League spot fixing scam would now comprise of two retired judges.

Nigeria cautioned after beating Kenya

June 6, 2013 at 2:17 PM

Abuja, June 6 (IANS) The Nigeria Football Association (NFA) has warned the national team, known as Super Eagles, not to be carried away by the victory over the Harambee Stars of Kenya.

China beat USA to reach water polo final

June 5, 2013 at 7:21 PM

Beijing, June 5 (IANS) The Chinese women's water polo team stunned the United States 9-7 in the semifinals of the FINA World League Super Final here Wednesday.

Kashmir's youth participate in mixed martial arts

June 5, 2013 at 5:13 PM

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), June 4 (ANI): Mixed martial arts are drawing more young men here with local fighters, squaring off against opponents from across the country.

Indonesia to host badminton Super Series event

June 5, 2013 at 2:33 PM

Jakarta, June 5 (IANS) Indonesia's landmark badminton stadium of Istora Senayan is scheduled to host badminton Super Series Indonesia Open from June 10 to 16.

Blurred nudity on TV rising

June 5, 2013 at 1:53 PM

Los Angeles, June 5 (IANS) There is a rise in blurred or pixilated nudity on shows, and this is unacceptable on prime-time broadcast TV, says the American Parents Television Council (PTC).

Eriksson new coach of Guangzhou R&F

June 5, 2013 at 1:29 PM

Guangzhou, June 5 (IANS) Chinese Super League club Guangzhou R&F officially appointed former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson as the club's new coach until the end of 2014.

'Soodhu Kavvum' to have Kannada remake

June 5, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Chennai, June 5 (IANS) After Tamil horror-thriller "Pizza", it is the turn of debutant Nalan Kumaraswamy's Tamil crime-comedy "Soodhu Kavvum" which will soon be remade in Kannada. The remake rights have been bought by Rockline Venkatesh.

CCEA approves Phase-I of redevelopment of Safdarjung Hospital

June 4, 2013 at 9:29 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) today approved the Phase-I of redevelopment of Safdarjung Hospital with an estimated cost of Rs. 1,332 crore inclusive of Rs.165 crore towards expenses on operations for the first one year.

My first failure in Bollywood affected me: Neha Sharma

June 4, 2013 at 7:53 PM

Mumbai, June 4 (IANS) After making a successful debut in southern cinema with "Chirutha", Neha Sharma was disappointed when her Bollywood debut "Crook" bombed at the box office. She says she was in denial after that.

PCB chief selector touts 'mainstay' Misbah as Pak's 'good omen' for Champions Trophy

June 4, 2013 at 11:05 AM

Karachi, June 4 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chief selector Iqbal Qasim has touted Test and one-day captain Misbah-ul-Haq as Pakistan's mainstay for the ICC Champions Trophy, saying that the skipper's renewed batting confidence was a good omen for the team.

Bindra stands by his statement against Sri Lankan board

June 3, 2013 at 11:21 PM

Chandigarh, June 3 (IANS) Former Indian cricket board president Inderjit Singh Bindra Monday reiterated his claim that the BCCI had put pressure on the Sri Lankan board to withdrawn a report that named an India player violating the anti-corruption rules during the 2010 tour.

I have accepted challenge at a difficult time: Dalmiya

June 3, 2013 at 11:13 PM

Kolkata, June 3 (IANS) He may be holding a coveted position in the BCCI after over eight years, but Jagmohan Dalmiya does not consider it as a comeback, rather a challenging responsibility to take charge of the board during a difficult phase.

People's faith in cricket shaken: Survey

June 3, 2013 at 11:05 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) The people's trust has been badly hit by IPL spot fixing scam and subsequent controversies with 90 percent of those surveyed in a CNN-IBN poll stating that their faith has been shaken in Indian cricket.

BWF postpones implementation of line-call review system

June 3, 2013 at 10:01 PM

Kuala Lumpur, June 3 (IANS) The Badminton World Federation (BWF) Monday said the implementation of the instant review system on disputed line-calls would be postponed due to some technical issues in recent testing.

Srinivasan steps aside, Dalmiya 'interim president'

June 2, 2013 at 6:17 PM

Chennai, June 2 (IANS) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president N. Srinivasan stepped aside to make way for Jagmohan Dalmiya as the "interim president" here Sunday following the spot fixing row.

Narain Karthikeyan claims maiden Auto GP victory

June 2, 2013 at 1:05 PM

Silverstone, June 2 (IANS) India's top driver Narain Karthikeyan recorded his maiden Auto GP victory after leader Kevin Giovesi was given a one-minute post race penalty at the Silverstone Circuit here Saturday.

Indian legend Bedi calls for 'lock, stock and barrel' ban on 'corrupted seed' IPL

June 2, 2013 at 9:37 AM

Manama, Jun 2 (ANI): Former Indian spin legend and captain Bishen Singh Bedi has said that the Indian Premier League (IPL) is like a 'corrupted seed that was allowed to blossom', and called for the ban for the tournament 'lock stock and barrel'.

Narain Karthikeyan takes pole with new Auto GP team

June 1, 2013 at 7:22 PM

Silverstone, June 1 (IANS) India's top racing driver Narain Karthikeyan claimed pole position ahead of the Auto GP World Series round four at the Silverstone Circuit here.

'Super Brat' McEnroe wishes for return of ' vicious old school rivalries' to help 'boring' tennis

June 1, 2013 at 11:37 AM

London, Jun 1 (ANI): American tennis legend John McEnroe has said that he yearned for the return of the old school vicious rivalries in tennis, adding that the game would be more exciting and benefit if players show a bit more feistiness on court.

Mumbai Indians coach Wright counts IPL win as one of 'top achievements'

May 31, 2013 at 4:09 PM

Wellington, May 31 (ANI): Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indians (MI) coach John Wright has said that his team's win in the 2013 IPL season ranks among his top achievements.

Kirti Azad says BCCI should call for a general body meet before taking final descision

May 30, 2013 at 6:49 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer, Kirti Azad said that the BCCI should call for a general body meeting and then take a final decision, rather 'blowing smoke in the air'.

Baku may host Turkey's Super Cup match

May 30, 2013 at 1:45 PM

Baku, May 30 (IANS) The Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan (AFFA) has received a request from the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) to host the Super Cup match in Baku.

Pressure mounts on Srinivasan to resign (Intro Roundup)

May 29, 2013 at 9:16 PM

Mumbai/New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) The government Wednesday called for the resignation of N. Srinivasan on "moral grounds" but the BCCI chief remained adamant even as as his son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan's police custody was extended till Friday.

Investigate all IPL matches: Sharad Pawar

May 29, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Former BCCI president Sharad Pawar concurred with his successor Shashank Manohar and demanded an inquiry by the home ministry into all the 75 matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) that has been hit by the spot-fixing scandal.

Government wants Srinivasan to resign, BCCI chief defiant (Roundup)

May 29, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Mumbai/New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) The government Wednesday called for the resignation of BCCI president N. Srinivasan on "moral grounds" as his son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan's police custody was extended till Friday.

Srinivasan is not quitting

May 29, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Mumbai, May 29 (IANS) BCCI president N. Srinivasan Wednesday hinted he will not quit despite the arrest of his son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan over spot fixing in cricket.

CSK owner Meiyappan's police custody extended till 31st May

May 29, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Mumbai, May 29 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president N. Srinivasan's arrested son-in-law, Gurunath Meiyappan's police custody has been extended till May 31.

Sports ministry calls for Srinivasan's resignation

May 29, 2013 at 2:12 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) The sports ministry Wednesday called for the resignation of BCCI president N. Srinivasan on moral grounds after his son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan, chief executive of Chennai Super Kings, was arrested for his alleged links in IPL spot fixing.

BCCI secretary in three-member IPL probe commission

May 28, 2013 at 10:04 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Sanjay Jagdale will be part of the three-member commission to investigate the spot-fixing scandal in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Quit calls for Srinivasan grow stronger amidst Dawood links (Roundup)

May 28, 2013 at 9:48 PM

New Delhi/Mumbai/Srinagar, May 28 (IANS) Calls for Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president N. Srinivasan's resignation just got stronger amidst revelations by Delhi Police that fugitive don Dawood Ibrahim allegedly had links to the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot fixing scandal.

Dhoni remains tight-lipped on IPL spot fixing questions

May 28, 2013 at 9:01 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (ANI): Indian skipper MS Dhoni remained tight-lipped on the spot-fixing scandal that hit the recently concluded Indian Premier League 6.

Jyotiraditya Scindia wants BCCI President N.Srinivasan to 'step down'

May 28, 2013 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (ANI): Jyotiraditya Scindia, a member of the Board for Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and of its disciplinary committee, said board president N Srinivasan must step down following the arrest of his son-in-law and Chennai Super Kings official Gurunath Meiyappan on charges of betting.

Dhoni evades questions on IPL spot fixing with a smile

May 28, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Mumbai, May 28 (IANS) India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni was bombarded with a volley of questions on spot fixing in the India Premier League (IPL) but he evaded them all with a smile here Tuesday.

Now Scindia calls for Srinivasan's resignation

May 28, 2013 at 6:28 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Jyotiraditya Scindia became the second highly influential member of the Indian cricket board after its former president Inderjit Singh Bindra to call for board chief N. Srinivasan's resignation over the spot fixing scandal in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Legalise betting in cricket, says Farooq Abdullah

May 28, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Srinagar, May 28 (IANS) Betting in cricket should be legalised, union Renewable Energy Minister Farooq Abdullah said here Tuesday said while coming out in defence of cricket board president N. Srinivasan.

Spot-fixing row: Jaitley for tough action against guilty

May 27, 2013 at 9:08 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President Arun Jaitley on Monday promised 'tough action' against anyone found guilty of involvement in the spot-fixing controversy.

'DID Super Moms', a second chance to mothers

May 27, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Those women who had put their passion for dance on the back burner can put on their dancing shoes again as "Dance India Dance" (DID) opens a new platform called "DID Super Moms" for them to show their skills and fulfil their dreams.

Terror-cricket link being probed

May 27, 2013 at 7:49 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Investigating agencies are probing the links between terror elements and illegal money from cricket betting, sources in the government said Monday.

Six bookies arrested in Goa for betting on IPL final

May 27, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Panaji, May 27 (IANS) Six bookies were arrested Monday by Goa Police for accepting bets on Indian Premium League's (IPL) final match between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings held Sunday night.

Tendulkar fans show grief on his retirement on Facebook, Twitter

May 27, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) With Sachin Tendulkar announcing his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), there was a mad scramble among his legions of fans on social networking sites. Many seemed heartbroken while some urged the master batsmen to reconsider the decision.

Will take tough action in IPL fixing scam: Arun Jaitley

May 27, 2013 at 1:48 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Indian cricket board vice-president Arun Jaitley Monday assured that "tough action" will be taken against those guilty in the spot fixing scam unearthed in the Indian Premier League.

The media is hounding me: BCCI president N.Srinivasan

May 27, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Kolkata, May 27 (ANI): A verbally aggressive Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president N.Srinivasan on Monday directly accused the media of hounding him in connection with his resignation and the Indian Premier League spot fixing scandal.

Rohit Sharma dedicates IPL victory to Tendulkar

May 27, 2013 at 12:13 PM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) After leading Mumbai Indians to its maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title, skipper Rohit Sharma described the victory as the perfect farewell gift to batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, who bid adieu to the cash-rich league.

Srinivasan booed by Eden Gardens crowd

May 27, 2013 at 3:02 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Indian cricket board president N. Srinivasan, facing calls for his ouster in the wake of the arrest of his son-in-law and Chennai Super Kings chief executive officer Gurunath Meiyappan in the spot fixing scandal, was booed by the crowd at the Eden Gardens after the Indian Premier League final Sunday.

Events outside the ground were disrupting: Fleming

May 27, 2013 at 2:46 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Observing that "events outside the ground were disrupting", Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming Sunday blamed its batters for poor shot selection after they were "outplayed" by the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League final at the Eden Gardens here.

Tendulkar bids adieu to IPL after Mumbai Indians' success

May 27, 2013 at 2:46 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Batting great Sachin Tendulkar Sunday bid adieu to the Indian Premier League, two days after his illustrious former India teammate Rahul Dravid, and moments after his side Mumbai Indians were crowned champions at the iconic Eden Gardens.

Captaincy was a good challenge: Rohit Sharma

May 27, 2013 at 2:14 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma said leading the side to their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title win here Sunday was a great experience.

IPL's Fair Play Award for Chennai Super Kings

May 27, 2013 at 2:14 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Battling spot fixing charges, Chennai Super Kings, who finished runners-up to Mumbai Indians, were given the Fair Play Award in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) here Sunday night.

Tendulkar leads in Mumbai Indians IPL triumph celebrations

May 27, 2013 at 2:06 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) It was celebrations galore at the Eden Gardens Sunday night as Mumbai Indians deliriously celebrated their first Indian Premier League (IPL) triumph by spilling out into the Eden Gardens and holding aloft the golden IPL trophy amid a heady shower of confetti and fireworks.

Mumbai Indians spill out at Eden Gardens to celebrate

May 27, 2013 at 1:02 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) It was an invasion of blue on the green turf of the iconic Eden Gardens here Sunday as Mumbai Indians smashed away to a 23-run victory over two-time winners Chennai Super Kings in the finals of the sixth edition of Indian Premier League.

Mumbai thrash Chennai to claim maiden IPL crown (Intro Roundup)

May 27, 2013 at 1:02 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Mumbai Indians crushed Chennai Super Kings by 23 runs to lift their maiden Indian Premier League crown and give the iconic Sachin Tendulkar - who announced his retirement from the league - a fitting farewell gift in front of a capacity crowd at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

Mumbai Indians grew stronger as IPL progressed: John Wright

May 27, 2013 at 12:46 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Mumbai Indians coach John Wright commended his team for winning its first Indian Premier League title and maintaining consistency in the two-month-long tournament.

This is my last IPL: Tendulkar

May 27, 2013 at 12:38 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Batting great Sachin Tendulkar Sunday said it was his last Indian Premier League (IPL) as Mumbai Indians were crowned the winners, beating two-time champions Chennai Super Kings by 23 runs in the final at the Eden Gardens here.

IPL scoreboard: Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings

May 27, 2013 at 12:22 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) The scoreboard of the Indian Premier League final between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

Awesome Mumbai lift maiden IPL title (Roundup)

May 27, 2013 at 12:14 AM

Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Mumbai Indians lifted the Indian Premier League title for the first time with a 23-run victory over a hapless Chennai Super Kings in the final, played in the shadow of the raging spot fixing scam amid reports that some more players could be arrested after the Eden Gardens game Sunday.

Mumbai Indians win maiden IPL title

May 27, 2013 at 12:06 AM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) Mumbai Indians won their maiden Indian Premier League title, beating Chennai Super Kings at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

BCCI suspends Meiyappan, Srinivasan assures fair probe (Second Intro Roundup)

May 26, 2013 at 10:30 PM

Kolkata/Delhi/Chennai, May 26 (IANS) The Indian cricket board Sunday suspended Chennai Super Kings chief executive officer Gurunath Meiyappan, even as board chief N. Srinivasan, refusing to step down, announced that a commission would probe his son-in-law's role in the spot fixing scandal, whose ramifications seem to be widening.

IPL final: Chennai restrict Mumbai to 148/9

May 26, 2013 at 10:22 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) Backed by a spirited bowling and electric fielding, Chennai Super Kings restricted Mumbai Indians to 148/9 in the Indian Premier League final at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

BCCI suspends Meiyappan, Srinivasan announces fair probe (Intro Roundup)

May 26, 2013 at 8:54 PM

Kolkata/Delhi/Chennai, May 26 (IANS) The Indian cricket board Sunday suspended Chennai Super Kings chief executive officer Gurunath Meiyappan, even as board chief N. Srinivasan, refusing to step down, announced that a commission would probe his son-in-law's role in the spot fixing scandal, whose ramifications seem to be widening.

Srinivasan assures fair probe, pleads innocence (Roundup)

May 26, 2013 at 8:22 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) Under-fire Indian cricket board president N. Srinivasan Sunday again ruled out his resignation and announced that a commission will be set up to probe Chennai Super Kings chief executive and his son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan's role in the spot fixing scandal, and said he will not have any role to play in its selection or work.

IPL final: Mumbai Indians elect to bat against Super Kings

May 26, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat first in the Indian Premier League (IPL) final against Chennai Super Kings at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

Srinivasan makes media whipping boy

May 26, 2013 at 7:34 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president N. Srinivasan Sunday targetted the media claiming it was running a "relentless unfair attack" against him and said reports of a revolt in the board were "completely untrue".

BCCI president promises fair spot fixing probe

May 26, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president N. Srinivasan Sunday said an independent commission will be set up to probe Chennai Super Kings chief executive -- and his son-in-law -- Gurunath Meiyappan's role in the spot fixing scandal, and asserted that he will not have any role to play in its selection or work.

BCCI president N.Srinivasan is not resigning

May 26, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President N. Srinivasan said here today that that the last few days have been difficult for the BCCI and for him as the president and made it very clear that he is in no mood to resign as no one has asked him to.

Sports Minister Jitendra Singh says players made our heads hang in shame

May 26, 2013 at 4:22 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday said all our heads hang in shame in the wake of the Indian Premier League's infamous spot-fixing row.