In short India's sports history is marked by significant achievements. The men's hockey team clinched the first Olympic gold in 1948 and the Hockey World Cup in 1975. Cricket's popularity soared after the 1983 World Cup win and the inaugural …

The Olympic Park in East London, which houses a variety of new sporting complexes, served as the focal point of the London 2012 Olympic Games. The Park served as the primary hub of Olympic activity, drawing up to 180,000 spectators every day to enjoy the …

Following the news that high-tech pioneer and RIBA Royal Gold Medalist Michael Hopkins has died, we take a look at the key projects that defined his 50-year career. One of the most influential British architects of the past century, Michael Hopkins was a …

National Sports Day is celebrated every year in India on 29 August, which marks the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. On this day, the notable contributions of Indian sportspersons are acknowledged and reminisced. The President of India …

Russia President Vladimir Putin enjoys ice hockey and judo, but his country has been frozen out of international sport since he ordered the invasion of Ukraine in FebruaryCan sporting sanctions have any influence on ending Russia's invasion of Ukraine? …

The coronavirus pandemic’s impact on sport and the events calendar has been huge.  International events such as the Olympics, Paralympics and Euro 2020 have been postponed until next year, while the Grand National, Wimbledon and The Open are among the many …

Scenes of euphoric patriotism from Trafalgar Square's fan zone were splashed across the front pages and beamed around the world on TV and online It was arguably one of the greatest days for UK sport in living memory and, surprisingly (or perhaps not …

Image copyright Royal Maiil Image caption One postbox is located near Lord's Cricket Ground in London, which will host the World Cup final on 14 July Postboxes have been painted blue in towns and cities across England and Wales to mark the Cricket …

The Cricket World Cup rolls into Birmingham in a matter of days - and we can't wait here at BirminghamLive. The extravaganza takes place every four years, featuring 10 teams. The eagerly-anticipated competition is the culmination of a global …