Finn Allen credits shedding self-imposed pressure and rediscovering his enjoyment of batting for his improved form in the IPL 2026, after his explosive innings helped KKR secure a crucial win.
Harmanpreet Singh returns to captain a 24-member Indian men's hockey squad for the European leg of the FIH Pro League, a crucial preparatory competition ahead of the World Cup in August.
Bowlers will have to invent new deliveries that physics hasn't approved yet to stop his sixes. Any normal delivery -- good length, short of length, yorker, faster or slower ones, and even googlies -- are all being hit for sixes.
Security forces recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives during an anti-Naxal operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district.
What lies behind Vaibhav's amazing journey over the last couple of years is something beyond mere analysis. By any stretch of imagination, some of the shots he has played seem to remain in the realm of impossibility. Doubtless reams will be written about this and we will still not have a clue, because he would have moved on to newer peaks, notes Shreekant Sambrani.
Shubman Gill discusses Gujarat Titans' strategy for the IPL final, emphasising the importance of home advantage and mental fortitude.
Chris Gayle praised Rajasthan Royals teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old produced another breathtaking display in the IPL Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Pakistani police arrested 21 terrorists, mostly affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), in Punjab province during the past week.
Gujarat Titans batter Glenn Phillips admitted that scoreboard pressure and sloppy fielding hurt his side badly in the crushing 92-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL Qualifier 1.
Punjab's Leader of Opposition, Partap Singh Bajwa, has criticised the government's conflicting statements regarding recent blasts, calling for transparency and accountability instead of political theatrics.
Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel admitted their sloppy catching proved costly as they dropped as many as four catches, including two chances of Finn Allen, who made them pay with a blistering 35-ball 93 in a 29-run loss to Kolkata Knight Riders.
Jashanpreet Singh, the founder of the 'Punjabi Devils' motorcycle gang, has been sentenced to over five years in prison in the US for unlawful dealing of firearms and possession of a machine gun.
GT's approach was not to dominate but control without making noise. When things did not go RR's way, they played safe but GT played smart.
Hydrogen fuel cell technology generates electricity through a chemical reaction using hydrogen, with water vapour as the only emission, making it a cleaner alternative to conventional fossil fuel-based traction systems.
Ian Botham delivered the Tiger Pataudi Memorial Lecture in Kolkata, emphasising the importance of Test cricket and praising Virat Kohli's dedication to the format.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, recovered two steel bombs and a country-made explosive from an isolated plot of land. The Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad defused the explosives, and police have intensified surveillance in the politically sensitive area ahead of the Kerala Assembly election results.
Freya Kemp's outstanding all-round performance propelled England to a 26-run victory over India in the second Women's T20 International, levelling the three-match series.
Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.
Authorities in Gurugram demolished the property of a criminal, Indrajit, built on encroached government land in Badshahpur village. The demolition was ordered after it was found that the construction was illegal and built without permission.
Manipur Police arrested four members of the proscribed UNLF (Pambei) and recovered a large cache of weapons, including assault rifles and an RPG launcher, in Imphal West district.
In coercive controlled relationships, the same person causing emotional harm may also become the person providing comfort afterward, explains Tanvi Singh.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked by locals during a visit to Sonarpur, West Bengal, to meet families affected by post-poll violence.
The US military carried out 'self-defence strikes' targeting Iranian missile launch sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz, even as President Trump announced progress in ceasefire negotiations, stating Iran's enriched uranium will be 'turned over' or destroyed.
Rajasthan Royals' star batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was not aware of the record of the fastest century in the IPL which he missed by three runs, but said his focus was on hitting sixes and and score maximum runs as he steered his team to a win against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator in Mullanpur on Wednesday.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that his team's IPL match was lost in the powerplay after an explosive start by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and early setbacks in their chase of 223. RCB secured a 23-run victory, sealing their playoffs berth.
Punjab Kings face a must-win situation against Lucknow Super Giants to keep their IPL playoff hopes alive, needing a turnaround after a series of defeats and dependence on other match results.
A look at the key batters to watch at the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales, highlighting their recent form and potential impact on the tournament.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has condemned the recent blasts in Amritsar and Jalandhar, calling them a deliberate attempt to spread terror and disrupt the state's peace. He accused the BJP of trying to create an atmosphere of fear and division for political gains ahead of elections.
Police in Punjab, India, have confirmed that a blast at a railway track near Shambhu was an attempted detonation, resulting in the death of the individual involved. Investigations are underway to uncover the full conspiracy behind the incident.
Josh Inglis's blistering 72 helped Lucknow Super Giants post a competitive 196 for six against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Inglis and Ayush Badoni's aggressive batting helped Lucknow recover from an early slump.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a prime accused in the West Bengal bomb explosion case, which resulted in one fatality and three serious injuries last month. The accused, Ahidul Islam Molla, was apprehended following investigations into his role in the explosion.
Jofra Archer's superb all-round showing helped Rajasthan Royals outclass Mumbai Indians to seal their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs, in Mumbai.
In a fascinating battle of ideologies, the well-balanced and bold Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have to subdue a phlegmatic Gujarat Titans to lift their second consecutive IPL title.
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan's record-breaking opening partnerships have been the driving force behind Gujarat Titans' dominant IPL 2026 campaign.
The Punjab Police have dismantled a terror module supported by the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), arresting two individuals and seizing hand grenades intended for targeting government institutions.
Arsenal take on defending champions PSG in the Champions League final as Mikel Arteta's revitalised side chase their first European crown and look to complete a remarkable resurgence.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket Mo Bobat credited the franchise's "collective contributions" and fearless identity after the defending champions thrashed Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.
Two US Navy EA-18G Growler jets collided mid-air during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, with all four crew members ejecting safely before the aircraft crashed.
Police in Gurdaspur, Punjab, cordoned off a market area after a suspicious object resembling an explosive was discovered. Investigations are underway to determine the nature of the object, with a bomb squad called in to assist.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's coach, Zubin Bharucha, sees similarities between the young cricketer and a young Sachin Tendulkar, highlighting Sooryavanshi's ability to grow, his bat speed development, and his maturity and clarity.
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