Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori said the team will continue to monitor its under-tested middle-order ahead of the IPL playoffs even as he credited the side's explosive top-order and disciplined bowling attack for their impressive campaign this season.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledges his team's recent slump after a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting dropped catches and missed opportunities as key factors.
Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.
Chand Mera Dil flickers like an LED bulb in an artificial sky instead of a real chand, sighs Mayur Sanap.
Long-serving rowing coach Ismail Baig, a Dronacharya awardee, is no longer part of the national setup, a development he describes as 'shocking'. The Rowing Federation of India president Balaji Maradapa confirmed that Baig is not part of the coaching setup for the Asian Games.
Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell has identified batting inconsistency as the main reason for the team's struggles in IPL 2026, urging the batters to support KL Rahul.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad will both be eyeing a top-two finish when they square off in their final IPL 2026 league match.
Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.
A summary of the concluding matches of the Premier League season on Sunday.
India's badminton team advances to the Thomas Cup semifinals after a decisive 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei, fuelled by standout performances from Ayush Shetty and Lakshya Sen.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Vincent Keymer in the third round of the Super Chess Classic, maintaining his position as joint leader alongside four other players.
US President Donald Trump announced he halted planned military strikes on Iran following requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, citing ongoing discussions that could lead to a deal.
Kagiso Rabada, the Gujarat Titans' fast bowler, has been impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless six-hitting in the IPL. Rabada acknowledged Sooryavanshi's talent and X-factor, noting his fast hands and lack of fear.
Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach James Franklin discusses the team's strategy to counter aggressive batting in the IPL, highlighting Pat Cummins' plan against Priyansh Arya. He also praises the contributions of other bowlers and all-rounders.
Sanju Samson's impressive form continues as he guides Chennai Super Kings to a comfortable victory over Delhi Capitals, earning high praise from skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Tennis legend Rohan Bopanna has expressed his desire to take on an administrative role at the All India Tennis Association (AITA), aiming to drive significant change in Indian tennis. Bopanna highlighted the importance of focusing on existing strengths and providing comprehensive support to players, drawing from his experience with the 'Doubles Dream of India' program.
Mushfiqur Rahim struck a record-breaking century as Bangladesh tightened their grip on the second Test against Pakistan in Sylhet on Monday by setting the hosts a huge target of 437 runs. Pakistan's bowling coach Umar Gul remains confident that his team can chase down the target.
An underwhelming thriller that never quite hits a home run, despite a solid John Krasinski doing his best, observes Mayur Sanap.
The Sheep Detectives is delightful and wholesome in the way family movies used to be before kids started getting too smart to be easily pleased, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Finn Allen smashed a sensational unbeaten 47-ball century with 10 sixes and joined a league of extraordinary gentlemen, as Kolkata Knight Riders crushed Delhi Capitals, registering their fourth straight IPL win and boosting playoff hopes.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be looking to improve their batting performance and end their two-match losing streak when they face Mumbai Indians. RCB's batting lineup needs to regain its form to secure a spot in the IPL playoffs.
Despite zero publicity, mythological film Krishnavataram has shown a surprising fight at the box office, while family drama Daadi Ki Shaadi struggled to find an audience.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised David Miller's match-winning innings against Punjab Kings, highlighting his ability to dominate both sides of the field. Bangar criticised Punjab's bowling attack for their lack of variation, which allowed Miller to score freely and guide Delhi Capitals to a crucial victory in their IPL 2026 playoff chase.
Chennai Super Kings are seeing strong performances from young players like Kartik Sharma, whose recent form has boosted the team after a slow start to the season, according to coach Stephen Fleming.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, attributes the team's IPL success to a 'hunter mindset' that prevents complacency after their previous trophy win. This psychological shift has been key to maintaining motivation and focus.
An inside look at the world of IPL net bowlers, the unsung heroes who hone their skills while bowling to cricket's biggest stars, hoping for a chance to shine.
If there were underwater CCTV cameras for the fish, this would be viral content in the aquatic world, and they would probably be having a hearty laugh at my plight.
'We should expect extreme heat, extreme rains, floods, landslides and maybe cyclones. Not just this year, in the coming year as well.'
Ravichandran Ashwin analyses Priyansh Arya's dip in form for Punjab Kings, attributing it to bowlers figuring him out. He also criticises Arshdeep Singh's bowling strategy in the death overs.
Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that his bowlers failed to live up to expectations in the team's seven-wicket defeat to Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. CSK, with 12 points from 12 matches, now find themselves in a must-win situation in their remaining league games.
'All this diversity that our country provides brings in a lot of learnings.' 'That is what I really end up sharing with the whole community.' 'But it all comes through making my shoes dirty.'
Virat Kohli discusses his time as captain of the Indian Test cricket team and how a shared sense of responsibility among players contributed to their success.
Kolkata Knight Riders face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their fate also depends on other match results.
Jannik Sinner equalled Novak Djokovic's all-time record of 31 Masters 1000 wins in a row after defeating Andrea Pellegrino at the Italian Open.
Fans are travelling from across cities just to be in the stadium on days Rajasthan Royals play -- on the off-chance they get to watch him bat. Television numbers spike the moment he walks out to the crease. And there's a pattern that have quietly started to notice: The moment Sooryavanshi is dismissed, a significant chunk of viewers switch off.
World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the Madrid Open final with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Arthur Fils on Friday, keeping alive his bid for a record fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.
In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for austerity, political leaders are reducing convoys and promoting public transport to conserve fuel.
Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc remains driven by the competitive nature of cricket and hopes to extend his 16-year international career for a few more years, he said on Saturday, keeping the door open for a potential appearance at the 2027 World Cup.
Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming attributes Ruturaj Gaikwad's improved decision-making and captaincy to his return to form as a batter. Gaikwad's recent scores have boosted his confidence and positively impacted the team's performance.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey has said Mahendra Singh Dhoni chose not to attend IPL 2026 matches to keep the focus on the team.
