Asia
AIFF president: I-League not under threat
All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Praful Patel believes the new Indian Premier League (IPL)-style football tournament will not affect its existing I-League.
WTA appoints CEO for new Singapore base
The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) has appointed Ryan Sandilands as Asia-Pacific chief executive.
BCCI bans IPL founder Modi for life
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has banned former Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner and founder Lalit Modi for life from the body.
Singapore plans FIFA World Youth Cup bid
The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) has expressed an interest to FIFA to host its World Youth Championship.
Italian prosecutor wants Dan Tan extradited
Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino, who has been leading an inquiry into international match-fixing, wants to extradite the arrested match-fixing ringleader Dan Tan from Singapore.
Japan’s baseball chief resigns after ball tampering
Japan’s professional baseball league commissioner has resigned, following criticism that the league changed the design of the ball to create more home runs.
Report: Police arrest match-fixing ‘leader’ Dan Tan
Singapore police have arrested 14 people allegedly in connection with football match-fixing, including ‘leader’ Dan Tan.
Exclusive: Ecclestone reveals truth on Indian GP cut
Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has revealed why the Indian grand prix was pulled from next year’s calendar.
China decides against hosting Asian Cup
The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has elected not to pursue a bid to host the 2019 Asian Cup.
IOC awards 2020 Olympics to Tokyo
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has awarded the 2020 Olympics to Tokyo. The Japanese capital beat off competition from Istanbul and Madrid following a vote by the IOC at its 125th Session in Buenos Aires today.
Japan Rugby World Cup appoints COO
The 2019 Japan Rugby World Cup organising body has appointed Matt Carroll as its interim chief operating officer.
Nike loses Kohli contract case in High Court
Sportwear giant Nike has lost its legal case against Indian cricketer Virat Kohli over an alleged breach of contract.
Mumbai Tigers withdraw from I-League top-flight
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has revealed that the franchise Mumbai Tigers has withdrawn from the I-League's top-flight, and has opted to play in the second division ahead of the upcoming season.
TSA appoints partnerships vice-president
Spots marketing agency TSA (Total Sports Asia) has appointed Sherman Tan vice-president of partnerships.
European and Asian Tour launch Ryder Cup-style event
The European Tour and Asian Tour have partnered to sanction a new team golf tournament called The EurAsia Cup.
Australia joins ASEAN Football Federation
Australia has become a full member of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF), which represents the Association of South East Asian Nations.
Suzuka secures F1 Japanese GP until 2018
Formula One has extended its contract with managers of the Suzuka circuit for it to remain host of the Japanese grand prix until at least 2018.
Asian Tour postpones Vietnam Masters
The Asian Tour has postponed its inaugural Vietnam Masters golf tournament due to take place next month.