Vaishnavi Adkar, following her recent success, has been selected for the Indian team participating in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie.
Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Jamie Overton is returning to the UK to assess a right thigh injury, adding to CSK's list of injured players this IPL season.
Latur Police have detained a man for allegedly operating an online IPL betting racket and seized valuables worth Rs 7.06 lakh.
Ishan Kishan dedicated his match-winning innings against Chennai Super Kings to his cousin, who recently lost his sister, helping Sunrisers Hyderabad qualify for the IPL play-offs.
Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey says the team must treat every remaining game as a 'final' after their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants left their IPL campaign hanging by a thread.
Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara has questioned the last-minute injury pull-out from England all-rounder Sam Curran from IPL 2026.
Former India pacer Atul Wassan sees shades of a young Sachin Tendulkar in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the teenager's maturity, audacity and fearless approach remind him of the batting great's early days during India's 1989 tour of Pakistan.
D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa secured important wins in Round 7 of the Norway Chess tournament, while Divya Deshmukh defeated Koneru Humpy, boosting India's chances in the competition.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have their task cut out against Gujarat Titans in the Qualifier one, to get Sudharsan out
Made in India: A Titan Story chronicles the history of the homegrown watch brand Titan, highlighting its journey from challenging a conservative market to becoming a successful consumer brand, driven by the vision of Xerxes Desai and the mentorship of J R D Tata.
After a shaky start, Chennai Super Kings recovered to post a total of 187 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a resilient innings from Kartik Sharma and support from Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube.
Gen NS Raja Subramani has taken over as India's new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding Gen Anil Chauhan. His primary focus will be on implementing the military theaterisation plan and enhancing tri-services synergy.
Mumbai Indians are struggling in the IPL due to the absence of Hardik Pandya and their inability to perform consistently, according to Corbin Bosch. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings remain focused on cricket despite social media distractions.
A technical fault at a BEST receiving station in Dadar caused a power outage in parts of central Mumbai, adding to the discomfort of residents during hot and humid weather. Another power supply disruption was reported in south Mumbai due to a fire in a transformer.
Heinrich Klaasen, emerging pacers give SRH winning edge as they beat Chennnai Super Kings to book a berth in the IPL 2026 Play-offs.
Rajasthan Royals aim to secure their play-offs spot in the Indian Premier League as they face Mumbai Indians. A win is crucial for Rajasthan, while Mumbai seeks a consolation victory.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant lamented poor fielding as a key factor in their five-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a recent Indian Premier League (IPL) match. Despite a strong batting performance, dropped catches and Urvil Patel's explosive innings led to CSK's victory, effectively ending LSG's playoff hopes.
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.
Delhi Police have arrested two men in connection with the revenge murder of a 22-year-old man in the Welcome area. The victim was shot dead earlier this month near Shyam Lal College. The accused confessed to their involvement, revealing the murder was retaliation for a previous killing.
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.
A recap of the action of the eighth week of IPL 2026.
Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge attributes his improved performance in the Indian Premier League to a crucial mindset shift, crediting head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer for their guidance.
Chennai Super Kings face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial Indian Premier League clash at Chepauk Stadium. Both teams are vying for playoff spots, with CSK needing a win to stay in contention.
Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell expressed frustration over the team's inconsistent performance in the IPL season, highlighting missed opportunities and narrow defeats that prevented a top-four finish.
Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings rode on Urvil Patel's explosive 23-ball 65 to beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in a tense IPL clash and keep their playoff hopes alive in Chennai on Sunday.
Virat Kohli continued his remarkable run in T20 cricket as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting stalwart drew level with Alex Hales for the most 50-plus partnerships in men's T20 history. Both batters now have 210 fifty-plus stands in the format.
Under-fire Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya, reportedly mentally stressed and exhausted, is considering leaving the franchise after a disastrous IPL season.
Former India U-19 and Punjab medium pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill passed away at the age of 36 in Chandigarh, prompting tributes from the cricket community.
Members of lottery 'king' Santiago Martin's family are contesting in the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Assembly elections through three different political parties.
Ravi Shastri believes Chennai Super Kings will learn from their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants and bounce back strongly in their remaining IPL matches to secure a playoff spot.
Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman anticipates a significant increase in the next IPL media rights cycle, potentially reaching 20-30 per cent, driven by recent high-value franchise acquisitions and the league's consistent engagement.
If you are feeling depressed, just watch this 15 year old on your TV! Your blues will fly away, exclaims Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.
Lucknow Super Giants face a crucial rebuilding phase after finishing last in IPL 2026 and Rishabh Pant stepping down as captain. From auction strategy and potential Hardik Pandya interest to coaching changes and retention plans, here's what lies ahead for LSG before IPL 2027.
His last match for CSK was on May 25, 2025, but for everyone -- not just Chennai fans but the whole of India -- he is a towering, timeless presence.
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.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Alireza Firouzja in the first round of the Super Chess Classics in Bucharest, while other games also ended in draws.
Kuldeep Yadav marked his return in stunning three-wicket haul to complement K L Rahul's blazing half-century at the top as Delhi Capitals outclassed a lacklustre Kolkata Knight Riders by 40 runs.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the rest of IPL 2026 after suffering a concussion and a fracture to a finger on his left hand.
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