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A new speedster is here – Ashok Sharma. Remember the name. The Gujarat Titans pacer breached the 150 kmph mark twice in the IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals on Saturday A new speedster is here – Ashok Sharma. Remember the name. The Gujarat Titans pacer breached the 150 kmph mark twice in the IPL 2026 match…

Yuvraj Singh has recalled his ouster from the Indian team, slamming the management over a lack of clarity during the fag end of his international cricketer. Yuvraj Singh has recalled his ouster from the Indian team, slamming the management over a lack of clarity during the fag end of his international cricketer. Yuvraj revealed that neither the…

Jarrod Kimber criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board’s intention to ban players opting out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for the Indian Premier League (IPL). He argued that the PSL should avoid scheduling conflicts with the IPL and suggested that to retain players, the PSL must offer competitive salaries. Prominent Australian cricket writer Jarrod Kimber called into…

Barcelona will be without Raphinha for all three rapid-fire matches against Atletico Madrid in the coming weeks. Who: Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona What: Spanish football’s La Liga Where: Metropolitano Stadium When: Saturday, April 5, at 9pm (19:00 GMT). How to follow: We’ll have all the buildup on Al Jazeera Sport from 16:00 GMT in advance of our live text commentary stream. Barcelona winger Raphinha’s…

Sanjiv Goenka’s intense chat with Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant after the side lost to Delhi Capitals on Wednesday led to a lot of intriguing speculation. Sanjiv Goenka’s intense chat with Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant after the side lost to Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 on Wednesday led to a lot of intriguing speculation.…

Yuvraj Singh shone bright in the Indian cricket team at a time when the side had several giants. From Sachin Tendulkar to Virender Sehwag, MS Dhoni to Zaheer Khan, the first decade-and-a-half of this millennium saw some of the biggest names in Indian cricket play together Yuvraj Singh shone bright in the Indian cricket team at a…

The phase for the event in the United States, Mexico and Canada involves more than 3 million tickets. The fourth and final phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup in North America began on Wednesday, FIFA announced. The phase for the June 11- July19 event in the United States, Mexico and Canada involves more than…

Italy are the first World Cup winners to miss three consecutive editions of the tournament, and it was also a third straight elimination in the play-offs after Sweden in 2018 and North Macedonia four years ago. Italy’s collapse in the qualification campaign has left the footballing world stunned, with images of distraught players and inconsolable fans painting…

Lionel Messi is expected to call time on his international career after the FIFA World Cup 2026. In his final game at home, an emotional Lionel Messi struggled to hold back tears as he lined up with his teammates for the last time on Argentinian soil on Tuesday. Messi’s Argentina faced Zambia at La Bombonera in Buenos…

While Fakhar Zaman denied the charges, the controversy-which has come under heavy scrutiny-shifted the focus back to a similar incident during the 2024 T20 World Cup. Lahore Qalandars batter Fakhar Zaman has been suspended from the Pakistan Super League for two matches after being found guilty of altering the condition of the ball. The charge, classified as…

World number two Jannik Sinner powered past Jiri Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to win the ATP Miami Masters 1000 for a second time on Sunday, adding the title to his Indian Wells crown. World number two Jannik Sinner powered past Jiri Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to win the ATP Miami Masters 1000 for a second time on Sunday, adding…

Cameron Green, who was acquired by KKR for a record Rs 25.20 crore (with a salary cap of Rs 18 crore), scored a brisk 18 off 10 balls with the bat. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane addressed concerns surrounding Cameron Green after the all-rounder did not bowl in the IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians…

Lahore Qalandars were penalised for ball tampering, gifting Karachi Kings crucial runs before Abbas Afridi sealed a dramatic four wicket win. The Pakistan Super League continues to grab attention for all the wrong reasons. The build-up to PSL 2026 was already marred by several international stars withdrawing from the tournament. Then, the opening match raised eyebrows when…

Aryna Sabalenka won her second straight Miami Open title on Sunday beating Coco Gauff 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 to complete a “Sunshine Double” Indian Wells-Miami sweep. Aryna Sabalenka won her second straight Miami Open title on Sunday beating Coco Gauff 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 to complete a “Sunshine Double” Indian Wells-Miami sweep. The world number one from Belarus, fresh…

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a show-cause notice to pacer Naseem Shah for violation of the ‘terms of his central contract and media regulations’. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a show-cause notice to pacer Naseem Shah for violation of the terms of his central contract and media regulations. The notice came just a…

The IPL ticket row in Karnataka has sparked debate over VIP culture after MLAs sought free tickets. Lalit Modi called the demand “nonsense,” stressing fans built the Indian Premier League, not politicians, raising concerns about privilege, fairness, and accountability in public life. The ongoing controversy around IPL ticket allocation for MLAs in Karnataka has sparked a wider…

India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli got a new full sleeve tattoo on his left hand ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026. India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli got a new full sleeve tattoo on his left hand ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026. He got the work done…

Cricket Australia decided to step in after a fan was denied entry to the Sheffield Shield final for wearing a T-shirt supporting former Pakistan cricket team captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan. Cricket Australia decided to step in after a fan was denied entry to the Sheffield Shield final for wearing a T-shirt supporting former Pakistan cricket…

The PSL 2026 opening match saw controversy as Hyderabad Kingsmen’s white ball turned pink due to colour transfer from their jersey, a first-time issue noted by Marnus Labuschagne. Just the first game of the season, and the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 already has its first controversy. The clash between Lahore Qalandars and Hyderabad Kingsmen at the…

Responding to the non-partisan demand, Speaker UT Khader has asked the state government to ensure that every MLA receives four VIP tickets at the city’s Chinnaswamy Stadium for the matches. MLAs in Karnataka have raised a demand that appears to highlight a heightened sense of entitlement among elected representatives and government functionaries. According to Congress legislator Vijayanand…

Harshit Rana has been ruled out of the season due to an injury. KKR has announced his replacement for the upcoming season. A capped Indian pacer, who is Harshit’s teammate in domestic cricket, will take his place for a salary of Rs. 75 lakhs. The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced Harshit Rana’s replacement for the 2026…

India’s 11-year-old Formula 1 hopeful, Atiqa Mir, has surpassed expectations in her first year of karting in the age 12-14 category on the highly competitive European circuit. India’s 11-year-old Formula 1 hopeful, Atiqa Mir, has surpassed expectations in her first year of karting in the age 12-14 category on the highly competitive European circuit, said a release.…

A consortium led by Aditya Birla Group completed the acquisition of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru for more than Rs 16,000 crore. A consortium led by Aditya Birla Group completed the acquisition of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday. The consortium, which includes Indian billionaire Kumar Mangalam Birla’s Aditya Birla…

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) granted clearance to their players for participation in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 on Monday. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) granted clearance to their players for participation in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 on Monday. The PSL is set to begin on 26 March, with the final on 3 May. “Bangladesh Cricket…

PSL 2026 Security Concerns: Pakistan-based armed group, Jamaat-ul-Ahrar, has warned international players like David Warner and Steve Smith against participating in the PSL, threatening to disrupt the tournament. The fate of the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL) season appears to be in jeopardy, despite the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reportedly deciding to host the event in only…

The PCB announced that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 will be staged behind closed doors and restricted to just Lahore and Karachi, after the Pakistan government enforced drastic measures due to the West Asia conflict and resulting fuel crisis. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a surprising decision to stage the 2026 season of the Pakistan…

LeBron James broke the NBA record for most regular-season games played on Saturday, taking the court for his 1,612th when the Los Angeles Lakers tipped off against the Orlando Magic. LeBron James broke the NBA record for most regular-season games played on Saturday, taking the court for his 1,612th when the Los Angeles Lakers tipped off against…

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has responded to criticism over appearing on the guest panel of a Pakistan-based cricket show during Asia Cup 2025. Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has responded to criticism over appearing on the guest panel of a Pakistani cricket show during Asia Cup 2025. Gavaskar was questioned regarding this matter after criticising Sunrisers…

Iran executed Saleh Mohammadi, a 19-year-old member of its national wrestling team, Mehdi Ghasemi and Saeed Dovoudi after accusing them of killing two police officers during protests in Qom on January 8. They were charged with ‘enmity against God’ and alleged ties to Israel and the USA. Such claims are often used against dissidents in the country.…

India’s Tanvi Sharma stunned Japan’s sixth seed Natsuki Nidaira in straight games to storm into the semifinals of USD 250,000 Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament in Orleans on Friday. India’s Tanvi Sharma stunned Japan’s sixth seed Natsuki Nidaira in straight games to storm into the semifinals of USD 250,000 Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament in…

Robert Lewandowski broke a long-standing record of Lionel Messi during Barcelona’s thumping 7-2 victory against Newcastle at the Nou Camp during the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League’s Round of 16 stage. The Polish star scored a brace and now has 109 goals in the tournament’s history to his name. Robert Lewandowski created history on Wednesday (March 18) as…

Abrar Ahmed Controversy: The Sunrisers acquiring Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed at The Hundred auction has spiralled into a major controversy The Sunrisers acquiring Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed at The Hundred auction has spiralled into a major controversy. The cricketer in question was picked by the Kavya Maran-owned Sunrisers at a cost of 190,000 GBP (approximately Rs 2.34 crore) during…

Celebrations erupted across Morocco as the Morocco national football team were crowned Africa Cup of Nations champions after CAF overturned Senegal’s 1-0 final win. Senegal forfeited following a walk-off protest over a controversial VAR penalty, handing Morocco a 3-0 victory. Fans flooded streets, waving flags and chanting, marking an unexpected and historic AFCON triumph for the nation.…

Yuzvendra Chahal was at his peak best friend behaviour for Kuldeep Yadav’s wedding festivities in Mussoorie last week. In a now viral video, Chahal is seen teasing Kuldeep after noticing the wedding anchor saying ‘Galat banda bula liya’. Chahal’s comments come after the same anchor was present for his wedding with Dhanashree Verma, which later ended in…

The official said that after noticing his name on the train reservation chart, a ticket checker wondered if he was the cricketer Dube. However, his wife deftly handled the situation, saying why the cricketer would travel by train. Shivam Dube, whose explosive batting added 24 runs to India’s total in the last over of the T20 World…

Abrar Ahmed was roped in by the franchise – which is also in charge of the IPL side Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20 – for 190,000 GBP (approx. Rs 2.34 crore) during Sunday’s auction in London From the time Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed was picked in The Hundred auction by the Indian-owned…

Chennai Super Kings have been sued by the Sun TV Network for using songs and dialogues from movies Jailer, Jailer 2, and Coolie. IPL 2026 is yet to get underway, but Chennai Super Kings, the five-time IPL winners, have already courted controversy after a copyright infringement case was filed against them by Sun TV Network Limited in…

Former BCCI chief selector Sandeep Patil revealed that Sachin Tendulkar had been informed about the possibility of him being replaced in the Indian team a year before his retirement. Sachin Tendulkar is inarguably one of the greatest batters in cricket history. He is the highest-ever run-scorer in both Tests and ODIs, and enjoyed a glittering 24-year-long international…

A section of fans has called for a boycott of SunRisers Hyderabad after SunRisers Leeds, one of four Indian-owned franchises in The Hundred, signed Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed in Thursday’s auction. The inaugural auction of The Hundred’s private era on March 12, 2026, was expected to be a celebratory milestone for the ECB. Instead, it has ignited…

A complaint was filed against Hardik Pandya for insulting the national flag during the T20 World Cup celebration at the Narendra Modi Stadium. India all-rounder Hardik Pandya finds himself in hot soup after a complaint was filed against him for allegedly insulting the national flag after the T20 World Cup final. The complaint was lodged at Shivaji…

The US-Israel-Iran conflict in West Asia has disrupted petroleum and LPG supplies in India, threatening the IPL 2026. The US-Israel-Iran conflict in West Asia has impacted the LPG supply in India. The situation now threatens to affect the smooth conduct of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, which begins from March 28 in Bengaluru. In metro cities…

India will have the blueprint ready for the ODI World Cup 2027 by the end of the IPL 2026 season, according to head coach Gautam Gambhir. India will have the blueprint ready for the ODI World Cup 2027 by the end of the IPL 2026 season, according to head coach Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir’s comments came just one…

India completely outplayed New Zealand to clinch the T20 World Cup 2026 title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. India completely outplayed New Zealand to clinch the T20 World Cup 2026 title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. It was a sensational performance by the Suryakumar Yadav-led side, as Sanju Samson…

The T20 World Cup 2026 has been a sort of validation for Gautam Gambhir, the coach. The T20 World Cup 2026 has been a sort of validation for Gautam Gambhir. After Test series losses against New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, the world champion player was the target of much harsh criticism. After Sunday, some of his…

A journalist once walked into Eden Gardens a day before an India vs England match and noticed that a player’s name and score were already written on the board. Eden Gardens in Kolkata remains one of the iconic cricket stadiums in India. Over the years, it has hosted many historic matches and unforgettable moments in the sport.…

Top-ranked tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has announced her engagement to Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis. Top-ranked tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has announced her engagement to Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis. Sabalenka posted a video of the proposal on Instagram, accompanied with the words “You & me, forever” along with a ring and heart emoji. The news quickly drew congratulations…

Lionel Messi put aside his aversion to politics Thursday and walked alongside Donald Trump at the White House to commemorate his club championship with Inter Miami, handing the US president a rare photo-op. Soccer legend Lionel Messi put aside his aversion to politics Thursday and walked alongside Donald Trump at the White House to commemorate his club…

India capitalised on England’s mistakes to post a massive total, with Sanju Samson leading the charge with a commanding knock. England captain Harry Brook admitted that crucial fielding lapses, including dropping Sanju Samson’s catch, proved costly as his side went down to India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-final. Speaking during the post-match presentation, Brook…

Unbeaten till the semi-final, South Africa were knocked out of the T20 World Cup by New Zealand. The Aiden Markram side failed with both bat and ball and ended up losing at Eden Gardens by 9 wickets. It all slipped away so quickly through the fingers of South Africa that they stood there at the end of…

P V Sindhu has now returned to the country after pulling out of the All England Championships in Birmingham. New Delhi: Two-time Olympic medal-winning Indian badminton star P V Sindhuconfessed on Tuesday that she struggled to remain calm during the three-day ordeal in Dubai, wishing it to be the first and last such experience in her life.…

The entire Tendulkar family, dressed in traditional outfits, appeared delighted on the occasion of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya’s mehndi-sangeet ceremony. Former cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar’s son, Arjun Tendulkar, is all set to start a new chapter in his life as he is getting married to Saaniya Chandhok. While the Ambanis hosted Arjun and Saaniya a few days…

Pakistan Cricket Board officials felt that since the players are rewarded for good show, they should also pay penalties for poor results. Pakistan cricketers have reportedly been punished by their cricket board in the wake of their disappointing performance at the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. The Salman Ali Agha-led outfit exited…

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is set to miss the All England Championships starting on Tuesday after being stranded in Dubai amid the US bombing of Iran. Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is set to miss the All England Championships starting on Tuesday after being stranded in Dubai amid the US bombing of Iran and the resultant…

Sanju Samson’s sparkling unbeaten 97 kept alive India’s dream of retaining the T20 World Cup at home as they knocked out the West Indies with a five-wicket win in Kolkata on Sunday to set up a semi-final against England. Sanju Samson’s sparkling unbeaten 97 kept alive India’s dream of retaining the T20 World Cup at home as…

Pakistan bowed out of the T20 World Cup on Saturday despite beating Sri Lanka by five runs in their Super 8 clash in Kandy. Pakistan bowed out of the T20 World Cup on Saturday despite beating Sri Lanka by five runs in their Super 8 clash in Kandy. After posting 212/8, Pakistan needed to restrict Sri Lanka…

India put behind its 76-run loss to South Africa in style as the Suryakumar Yadav-led side slammed 256/4 in its second T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match against Zimbabwe India put behind its 76-run loss to South Africa in style as the Suryakumar Yadav-led side slammed 256/4 in its second T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8…

Lionel Messi recently opened up about his regret at not learning English when he was young, saying it makes him feel ‘half-ignorant’ when interacting with famous people. Messi’s comments came during an interview with a Mexican podcast. The Argentine is currently gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and he wrapped up a sensational season with…

Despite the recent slump, Abhishek Sharma vows to stick with the same mindset that has made him the most feared T20I batter currently. Abhishek Sharma, India’s new-age batting prodigy and a cornerstone of their recent T20I dominance, finds himself in the midst of an untimely slump – in the thick of a World Cup, no less. Arriving…

Shubman Gill gave Google CEO Sundar Pichai a batting masterclass at Google’s Gurugram office, explaining how to play the short ball using wrists and hips instead of arm extension. In a rare overlap between the tech and cricketing worlds, India’s Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill shared the stage with Google CEO Sundar Pichai at the tech…

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan enters wedlock for the second time as he gets married to Sophie Shine in Delhi NCR. Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has entered wedlock once again, marrying entrepreneur Sophie Shine in a wedding ceremony filled with festive fervor. The official announcement was made by the couple through a shared post on social…

A video has hit the internet in which Hardik Pandya is seen blowing flying kisses towards Mahieka from the boundary line during the India vs Netherlands clash of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Indian star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been spotted on various occasions displaying his love for his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma…

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi delivered a stinging rebuttal to Shadab Khan’s criticism of past players, after the all-rounder highlighted their failure to defeat India in World Cups. One of the greatest players ever to represent Pakistan, Shahid Afridi, was not pleased with the criticism he and some of his contemporaries received from Shadab Khan. After Pakistan’s…

Mohsin Naqvi, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, was present in Colombo during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match Mohsin Naqvi, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, was present in Colombo during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match. The much-hyped game took place after a long-drawn drama that saw Pakistan making a boycott…

Australia hit an all-time low after failing to qualify for the Super Eight stage of the 2026 T20 World Cup. The 2021 champions lost to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka in the group stage. The Men in Yellow’s exit is an unprecedented moment in cricket history. The Australian cricket team has sunk to an embarrassing low after they…

The owner of Ukrainian football club Shakhtar Donetsk has donated more than $200,000 to skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych after the athlete was disqualified from the Milano Cortina Winter Games before competing over the use of a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the war with Russia, the club said on Tuesday. The 27-year-old Heraskevych was disqualified last…

Pathum Nissanka turned a tricky chase into a walk in the park with a belligerent 52-ball 100 to power Sri Lanka to an eight-wicket win over Australia and secure their place in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup. Opener Pathum Nissanka turned a tricky chase into a walk in the park with a belligerent 52-ball…

Shoaib Akhtar made a desperate attempt to change his stance after calling the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi “incompetent and illiterate”. Pakistan pace great Shoaib Akhtar did not even wait 24 hours before making an embarrassing U-turn on the comments he had made against Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi. Speaking on an Indian…

T20 World Cup: The 61-run win is India’s ‘biggest’ in terms of run-margin over Pakistan in T20I format Ishan Kishan merged power with finesse for a fifty before Jasprit Bumrah destroyed Pakistan top-order with his malevolently talented right-arm, powering India to a T20 World Cup Super Eight berth clinching one-sided 61-run win in Colombo on Sunday. Kishan’s…

US-born Winter Olympics star Eileen Gu has reportedly been paid a staggering $6.6 million by China. The 22-year-old skiing sensation has apparently been paid a huge sum after switching her allegiance away from Team USA. Gu was “paid $6.6 million” by the Beijing Municipal Sports Bureau in 2025, as per the Wall Street Journal. A public budget…

ILIA MALININ has been hailed for the “poise” and “class” he showed after choking the men’s free skating gold medal he was tipped to win. Malinin, 21, had held a stranglehold on the discipline and arrived at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on an unbeaten streak dating back to 2023.   The American has also embraced his ‘Quad…

Mohammad Hafeez has claimed that the chatter around Usman Tariq is a psychological win for Pakistan over India ahead of their T20 World Cup clash on Sunday, February 15. Hafeez feels that the spinner has created panic within the Indian camp. Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez feels that the chatter around Usman Tariq is already a psychological…

As India prepares to face Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026, airfare from Delhi to Colombo has surged by 500%, with economy tickets now costing around Rs 1,10,000. The R.Premadasa Stadium, with a capacity of 35,000, is sold out for this highly anticipated match on February 15, 2026. IND vs PAK, T20 World Cup 2026, Colombo:…

T-shirts on the Olympics online store commemorating past venues include one for the 1936 Games in Berlin. Nazi Germany hosted both the Winter and Summer Olympics that year, as it was starting to ramp up its repression. A commemorative T-shirt on the Olympics online store marking the 1936 Games in Berlin under Adolf Hitler’s National Socialist, or…

In a late night development PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi requested the country’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to withdraw the boycott. The India vs Pakistan marquee clash in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 scheduled to be held on February 15 will go ahead as per schedule after Pakistan decided to reverse its earlier decision to boycott the…

India-Pakistan cricket row: Pakistan had earlier decided to boycott the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 clash against arch-rivals India, despite being warned by the ICC regarding the potential consequences. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has put forward three demands to end its ongoing impasse with the International Cricket Council (ICC), according to NDTV sources. Pakistan had earlier…

Siraj admitted he was left stunned when Suryakumar Yadav first called to tell him to get ready for a last-minute link-up with India’s T20 World Cup squad. Mohammed Siraj justified his late inclusion in India’s T20 World Cup squad, drafted in after Harshit Rana’s injury, with a sensational spell in the tournament opener against the USA, giving…

A warming climate and the use of artificial snow is making it more dangerous and difficult to compete at the Winter Olympics. In the Italian Dolomites, snow machines will pump out a total of 50,000 cubic metres (1.76 million cubic feet) of artificial snow over the next two weeks, to ensure pristine conditions for the skiing and…

The Indian U19 team led by Ayush Mhatre defeated England in the final of the 2026 World Cup to win their sixth title, the most in the history of the tournament. Ayush Mhatre and his boys created history by defeating England in the U19 World Cup 2026 final at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. India now…

Displaying absolute dominance, a Smriti Mandhana-inspired Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted their second Women’s Premier League title with a six-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals Displaying absolute dominance, a Smriti Mandhana-inspired Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted their second Women’s Premier League title with a six-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals, who once again failed to seize the moment on the biggest…

The Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) has appealed to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to reconsider its boycott of the upcoming T20 World Cup match against India, scheduled for February 15, 2026. SLC President Shammi Silva expressed concerns over potential financial losses and broader economic impacts related to the event. Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) has reportedly…

India and Pakistan are scheduled to play the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday (February 4) confirmed that the Pakistan men’s cricket team will not play their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match against India. Archrivals India and Pakistan are…

Hardik Pandya’s social media reflects his vibrant life, showcasing his journey from struggles to cricket stardom, highlighting his impact as a key all-rounder Let’s start with Instagram because Hardik Pandya’s social media handle is a mirror to his everyday life. Whether it is him gyming, training, being out for a swim, playing with his son or chanting…

Australian Open 2026 Men’s Singles Final Highlights, Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic: World World No. 1 Alcaraz handed Djokovic his first defeat in an Australian Open final to become the youngest men’s player to win a Career Grand Slam. Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic, Australian Open 2026 Men’s Singles Final Highlights: World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz defeated…

Pakistan will take part in this month’s men’s T20 World Cup – but will not play their scheduled match against tournament co-hosts India. The country had been considering boycotting the competition after Bangladesh withdrew citing safety fears over travelling to India. Political tensions have meant Pakistan and India have not faced each other outside men’s major tournaments…

Novak Djokovic created history and broke multiple world records after a five-set thriller against Jannik Sinner to reach the final of the 2026 Australian Open. The 24-time Grand Slam champion will play in his first major summit clash since the 2024 Wimbledon Novak Djokovic pulled off one of the greatest performances of his career to reach his…

Pakistan could end up facing a USD 38 million legal battle with the broadcaster if they decide to boycott the India match in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. While the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, may succeed in the arena of appeasement politics, potentially garnering support for his role as the country’s Interior Minister,…

Manoj Tiwary reckons that the BCCI will take the tough call of sacking Gautam Gambhir if the T20 World Cup title defence doesn’t go according to plan. Former India batter Manoj Tiwary reckons the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will take the tough call of sacking head coach Gautam Gambhir if the T20 World…

Cricket Scotland’s chief executive, Trudy Lindblade, expressed her sympathy for Bangladesh after the International Cricket Council (ICC) removed Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup 2026. Cricket Scotland’s chief executive, Trudy Lindblade, expressed her sympathy for Bangladesh after the International Cricket Council (ICC) removed Bangladesh and added Scotland to the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, starting…

Nazmul Islam was removed as the finance committee chairman in the Bangladesh Cricket Board over his ‘India agent’ dig at former captain Tamim Iqbal. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have reinstated director M Nazmul Islam as finance committee chairman, according to The Daily Star. The development comes after the International Cricket Council (ICC) replaced Bangladesh with Scotland for…

Mohsin Naqvi said a final decision will be announced by Monday, but a boycott of the T20 World Cup is unlikely to materialise. After days of chaos and boycott threats from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in purported solidarity with Bangladesh, the issue now appears to be losing momentum. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi has said a final…

The International Cricket Council has warned Pakistan of total isolation over its threat to withdraw from T20 World Cup in solidarity with Bangladesh. Sanctions like no bilateral series, Asia Cup exclusion, no NOCs for PSL overseas players could be handed. As the deadline for the 2026 T20 World Cup approaches, the relationship between the Pakistan Cricket Board…

Bangladesh’s inability to feature in the T20 World Cup 2026 has received a strong reaction from the World Cricketers’ Association. Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup 2026 exit was confirmed by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday, with the sport’s global governing body announcing the inclusion of Scotland as a replacement team. This bold decision was taken by…

Delhi Capitals notched a comprehensive seven-wicket win over table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru to stay in contention for the playoffs of the Women’s Premier League in Vadodara on Saturday. Delhi Capitals notched a comprehensive seven-wicket win over table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru to stay in contention for the playoffs of the Women’s Premier League in Vadodara on Saturday. After…

Thomas Frank’s job is under renewed threat after Tottenham dropped more points in a 2-2 draw at relegation-threatened Burnley on Saturday as Manchester City cut the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to four points. Thomas Frank’s job is under renewed threat after Tottenham dropped more points in a 2-2 draw at relegation-threatened Burnley on Saturday as…

Bangladesh will boycott next month’s men’s T20 World Cup and have been replaced by Scotland. Scotland, ranked 14 in the world, have been called up by the International Cricket Council (ICC) by virtue of being the highest-ranked team not already at the tournament and will take Bangladesh’s place in Group C. Bangladesh had asked for their games…

Bangladesh have decided not to travel to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup, citing security concerns. Bangladesh have decided not to travel to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup, citing security concerns. They took the decision after the International Cricket Council (ICC) denied their request to shift their matches out of India. Bangladesh wanted their…

Bangladesh on Thursday refused to travel to India for the marquee tournament, a day after the ICC rejected their request to shift their matches to a neutral venue. Bangladesh has accused the International Cricket Council (ICC) of double standards after the governing body rejected its request to shift its T20 World Cup matches from India. The Bangladesh…

Bangladesh T20 World Cup Participation Controversy: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday rejected Bangladesh’s request to move their T20 World Cup match from India. Bangladesh T20 World Cup Participation Controversy Highlights: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday rejected Bangladesh’s request to move their T20 World Cup match from India. According to NDTV sources, the ICC, led…

Bangladesh sports advisor Asif Nazrul warns ICC against BCCI pressure, rejects venue conditions for T20 World Cup. Bangladesh’s sports advisor Asif Nazrul on Tuesday said that if the International Cricket Council ‘bows to pressure’ from BCCI and tries to impose pressure on the Bangladesh Cricket Board by setting unreasonable conditions, the country will not accept those. Asif…