Rivalry

Maria Sharapova reflects on lopsided rivalry with Serena Williams in new autobiography 'Unstoppable'

Maria Sharapova muses on her long, lopsided rivalry with Serena Williams in a new autobiography and how she believes a locker room moment fueled the American's drive to dominate her.

Madrid Open: Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic's 50th meeting makes for intriguing semi-final

Rafael Nadal will face Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals of the Madrid Open, a clash that promises to be a prelude to the French Open.

Odisha Assembly election 2019: Naveen Patnaik shifts out of comfort zone as Narendra Modi threat looms large

Thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik appears to have realised finally that the laidback approach won’t do any more if he wants his party Biju Janata Dal (BJD) to remain in power after Assembly election in 2019

Australian Open 2017: At 35, Roger Federer lifts No 18 with his unlikeliest Grand Slam victory yet

Roger Federer, at the age of 35, returned to competitive tennis after six months, defeated four top-10 players over three five-setters, to lift Grand Slam number 18.

Manchester City vs Everton: Former teammates Pep Guardiola, Ronald Koeman face off in Premier League

Formula One set for Hamilton vs Vettel rivalry to reach its peak next season

The stage is set for Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to each pit their formidable powers against the other as the curtain stands ready to go up on what promises to be one of Formula One’s most mouth-watering rivalries of recent years.

United in death: Phillip Hughes tragedy brings India and Australia closer

India and Australia might be sworn enemies on the cricket field but the two nations have been united in mourning the shocking death of Phillip Hughes.

CSK vs KXIP qualifier: Will Ashwin be able to conquer Maxwell?

Ashwin has thrown the gauntlet in their battle, Maxwell has had the upper hand so far and it will be a big challenge for the off-spinner to come out on top against the Australian.

Brazil's worst nightmare: Argentina wins World Cup

There are many intense football matchups: The Netherlands vs. Germany and England vs. Scotland. But none rivals Brazil vs. Argentina.