Indian cricketers have dominated the Wisden Almanack 2026 awards, securing seven of the nine honours.
Tough road for defending champion Keys
Young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received praise from Virat Kohli after his impressive performance in the IPL, where he scored 78 runs off 26 balls, leading Rajasthan Royals to victory.
Stefanos Tsitsipas' struggles continue with a first-round exit in Munich, as injuries and inconsistent form see his ranking drop to its lowest in eight years.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's lead pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that his delayed entry into IPL 2026 due to rehabilitation was tough, emphasising the need to respect recovery time at 35 after multiple injuries since November 2025.
India's singles challenge at the junior Australian Open ended in a matter of hours with Maaya Rajeshwaran Ravathi and Arnav Paparkar losing in the first round.
Elena Rybakina and Coco Gauff secured their spots in the Stuttgart Open quarter-finals with straight-set victories. Mirra Andreeva also advanced, setting up a clash with Iga Swiatek.
Gujarat Titans' batting coach Matthew Hayden criticised the team's performance after their 99-run defeat to Mumbai Indians in the IPL, citing a poor batting display and ineffective death bowling as key factors in the loss.
Iga Swiatek has hired Francisco Roig, formerly with Rafael Nadal, as her new coach to improve her performance on clay courts, starting at the Stuttgart Open.
Defending champion Jannik Sinner scorched American eighth seed Ben Shelton 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 and moved into the Australian Open semi-finals.
Aryna Sabalenka handed 18-year-old American Iva Jovic a comprehensive 6-3, 6-0 defeat in the quarter-finals at a sweltering Melbourne Park on Tuesday to remain on course for a third Australian Open title in four years.
Chennai Super Kings will aim to build on their recent victory as they host a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2026 match on Wednesday.
Former Australia captain Aaron Finch shares his views on fast-tracking young talent into the Indian cricket team, analyses Arshdeep Singh's bowling, and discusses IPL team strategies.
Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch has questioned Kolkata Knight Riders' use of all-rounder Cameron Green in IPL 2026, saying team selection should be based on roles and conditions, not auction price.
Tennis fans in Australia could win A$10 million ($6.71 million) by correctly predicting every match winner at the Australian Open.
Australian-born striker Ryan Williams describes his emotions after scoring on his India debut in an Asian Cup qualifying match against Hong Kong.
Naomi Osaka battled past Romania's Sorana Cirstea 6-3, 4-6, 6-2 in the Australian Open second round. Later, Osaka apologised at her press conference, calling her on-court comments 'disrespectful'.
Nehal Wadhera highlights Shreyas Iyer's leadership, noting his ability to absorb pressure and empower Punjab Kings' players. Ricky Ponting's positive coaching also boosts the team's morale. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians address concerns about powerplay wickets and prepare for potential lineup changes.
US President Donald Trump's call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi signals a concerted effort to reset strained Washington-New Delhi ties, with a focus on 'big-ticket' energy and trade deals, including increased Indian imports of US LNG and LPG, and potential cooperation on small modular reactors.
India's U20 women's team is set to face Australia in their second Group C match of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, aiming to improve upon their first-half performance against Japan. Coach Joakim Alexandersson emphasises mindset and bravery as key factors for success.
Aryna Sabalenka said the Australian Open should reconsider its policy on banning wrist-worn fitness trackers after several players were told to remove the devices before coming onto court.
'Iran cannot trust the USA because it considers the USA to be Israel-controlled. And no, the IRGC is not going to accept anything else but major US concessions.'
Royal Challengers Bengaluru look the most complete side in IPL 2026 as they face an inconsistent Delhi Capitals unit still searching for form.
Ryan Williams scored on his India debut as the team defeated Hong Kong 2-1 in an Asian Cup qualifying match. Akash Mishra added another goal for India, while Everton Camargo scored for Hong Kong.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Josh Hazlewood believes the pressure to score big in the IPL can work in favour of bowlers, as even a short period of tight bowling can disrupt a batter's rhythm and lead to wickets.
India's Niki Poonacha and his Thai partner Pruchya Isaro exited the men's doubles event at the Australian Open after suffering a narrow straight sets defeat against Pedro Martinez and Jaume Munar in the first-round, in Melbourne on Tuesday.
Jessica Pegula moved into the semi-finals of the Australian Open for the first time in her career on Wednesday, with a 6-3, 7-6(1) win over fellow American and fourth seed Amanda Anisimova at Melbourne Park.
Monaco's Valentin Vacherot beats world No.5 Lorenzo Musetti at the Monte-Carlo Masters, securing his second career win over a top-five player.
Cameron Green's impressive 79 helped Kolkata Knight Riders reach 180 against Gujarat Titans in their IPL match, despite an early collapse.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
Australian Open defending champion Madison Keys raised her game in the Melbourne Park heat to beat Karolina Pliskova 6-3, 6-3 and reach the fourth round.
Jannik Sinner returns to the Australian Open targeting a third straight title as the Italian seeks to impose a level of supremacy reminiscent of Novak Djokovic's stranglehold on the year's opening Grand Slam.
Carlos Alcaraz charged into the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in his career with a dominant victory over local favourite Alex de Minaur.
Kolkata Knight Riders opener Finn Allen has urged his teammates to remain patient and give themselves time to settle, following a disappointing start to the IPL season. He also provided an update on Varun Chakravarthy's fitness.
The Pakistan Cricket Board remains confident about the participation of Australian players in the upcoming Pakistan Super League, despite ongoing regional tensions and security concerns, particularly near the Afghanistan border.
Cameron Green has also been in focus during his stint with IPL side Kolkata Knight Riders, with Cricket Australia managing his workload due to a lower back injury.
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has voiced his support for Cameron Green, affirming his place in the Test squad despite a less-than-stellar Ashes series. McDonald cites Green's strong domestic record and potential for growth as reasons for his continued selection.
Daniil Medvedev suffered a shocking 6-0 6-0 defeat to Matteo Berrettini at the Monte Carlo Masters, leading to a racket-smashing outburst.
Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi suggests Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) should offer Gautam Gambhir a long-term role with equity, similar to Shane Warne's deal with Rajasthan Royals.
Fifth seed Elena Rybakina booked her place in the Australian Open semi-finals on Wednesday with a dominant second set display to hand six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek a 7-5, 6-1 defeat at Melbourne Park.
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