Football: Freiburg's steady rise continues under new coach

IANS | May 8, 2025 11:53 PM

Berlin (Germany), May 8 (IANS) Things have always been a little different at SC Freiburg. Far from the intense pressure that defines much of professional football, the club has grown steadily in a calm environment, rooted in youth development and community spirit.

Bundesliga: Wirtz era looms as Bayern prepare to bid farewell to Muller

IANS | May 8, 2025 10:51 PM

Berlin (Germany), May 8 (IANS) A change of superstars appears to be on the horizon in Munich. As the 2024-25 Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich prepare for Thomas Muller's final home appearance against Borussia Monchengladbach, his record-setting 750th match, fans are not only anticipating an emotional send-off but also the presentation of the league trophy.

La Liga 2024-25: Title-deciding Clasico big game in Spain

IANS | May 8, 2025 10:11 PM

Madrid (Spain), May 8 (IANS) A title-deciding 'Clasico' between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid is the standout game in La Liga 2024-25 season this weekend, but there are also vital matchups with regard to the race for Europe and the struggle to avoid relegation.

IPL 2025: Match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals called off in Dharamshala

IANS | May 8, 2025 10:09 PM

Dharamshala, May 8 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals has been called off at the HPCA Stadium on Thursday as a precautionary measure, said IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal to IANS. At the time of the game being called off, which was signalled from stadium floodlights being turned off, PBKS were 122/1 in 10.1 overs.

IPL 2025: Unchanged Punjab Kings elect to bat first against Delhi Capitals

IANS | May 8, 2025 8:37 PM

Dharamshala, May 8 (IANS) An unchanged Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in Match 58 of IPL 2025 at the HPCA Stadium here on Thursday. The toss was delayed by an hour and 15 minutes due to steady drizzle at the venue, with the first ball to be bowled at 8:30 pm.

KIYG 2025: Bihar, Jammu & Kashmir strike emotional gold (round-up)

IANS | May 8, 2025 8:24 PM

Patna, May 8 (IANS) Host Bihar made a mark when their Sepak Takraw Quad Team won their first gold medal in the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2025 with a spirited performance in the final on Thursday. Late in the day, Jammu and Kashmir also joined the list of states which have struck gold in the seventh edition.