Robin Uthappa says teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be riding his luck and faces tougher tests ahead, while Irfan Pathan backs the youngster to continue his stunning run.
India can draw inspiration from their stunning comeback in the 2016 Chennai Test against England when they triumphed despite conceding 400-plus in the first innings.
A Delhi court has remanded the alleged kingpin of the NEET paper leak case, Prahlad Kulkarni, and another accused, Manisha Waghmare, to CBI custody for 10 days. This follows the arrest of a biology lecturer from the NTA's paper-setting committee. The CBI seeks to uncover the full extent of the conspiracy.
By asking Vijay to produce letters of majority support before inviting him to form the government, the governor risks overstepping established Constitutional principles, notes Harishchandra.
Abhishek Bachchan expresses his desire to see MS Dhoni play in the European T20 Premier League, highlighting the league's commitment to quality cricket and nurturing local talent.
The AIADMK is facing a deeper crisis as factions clash over the floor test of the TVK government, with accusations of defying party directives and demands for disqualification under the anti-defection law.
Cricket legends Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Zaheer Khan, and Sourav Ganguly reminisced about India's historic 2001 Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens.
Lucknow Super Giants pacer Akash Singh produced a match-turning spell of 3 for 26 against CSK in IPL 2026, removing Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson and Urvil Patel with aggressive pace and discipline.
Sanju Samson has all but carried Chennai Super Kings' batting through IPL 2026, turning games with a consistency few others in the side have managed.
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match on Wednesday.
A faction of the AIADMK, led by S P Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam, has announced its support for the TVK government led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, citing opposition to Edappadi K Palaniswami's alleged plans to align with the DMK.
Chennai Super Kings stalwart Mahendra Singh Dhoni was seen keeping wickets during a practice session ahead of their high-voltage clash against the Mumbai Indians on Wednesday.
Virat Kohli's much anticipated return to Test cricket was marred by a disappointing dismissal for just six runs in the first innings against Bangladesh in Chennai.
'Vijay entered politics at a much better age compared to Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. His fans are young and he has at least 2-3 decades ahead of him.'
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has withdrawn the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued to pacer Mustafizur Rahman for the Pakistan Super League 2026, following a medical review after the third ODI against New Zealand.
Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.
MS Dhoni edges closer to full fitness after a brief net session but remains unlikely to feature in CSK's IPL 2026 clash against KKR as the franchise avoids rushing his return.
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Actor Vijay's journey from a shy film star to a political leader is explored, highlighting his unconventional methods and the key moments that shaped his transformation.
Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for the injured David Payne for the remainder of the IPL season.
Experts debate the relevance of the yorker in modern T20 cricket, where high scores and innovative batting techniques challenge its effectiveness. While the yorker remains a valuable weapon, its execution demands greater precision and courage in today's batter-dominated game.
After a disappointing IPL 2026 season, Mumbai Indians face critical decisions to rebuild their team and restore their legacy. From captaincy changes to squad adjustments, here are the key steps they must take to revive their fortunes.
Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana is set to join Kolkata Knight Riders, providing a much-needed boost to their struggling bowling attack as they seek their first win in the IPL season.
Delhi Capitals batter Tristan Stubbs remains confident in the team's batting lineup despite recent losses, attributing perceived struggles to chasing high targets and expressing optimism about upcoming matches.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's young fast bowler Praful Hinge discusses his inspiring first meeting with captain Pat Cummins and how Cummins' guidance has boosted his confidence.
'If you read the TVK manifesto, it is doles and much more doles. But the state has been habituated to this.' 'In no way is he distinct or different from the DMK regime.'
Chennaiyin FC were held to a goalless draw by Mohammedan Sporting Club in their Indian Super League 2025-26 match.
Chennai Super Kings team management must work on keeping a "hurting" dressing room in good spirits to arrest the slide, Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin said.
Chennai Super Kings have appointed former England wicketkeeper-batter James Foster as their fielding coach for the upcoming IPL season. Foster brings a wealth of experience from international and franchise cricket.
Sunil Gavaskar defends David Miller's decision not to take a single in the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans, while Kevin Pietersen praises Rashid Khan's performance.
'Remember Vijay had never spoke of himself as a Christian when he was a film star.' 'The BJP strategy is they want the Christian minority constituency to move away from the DMK.' 'That is what the BJP wants so that it will be very easy to mobilise Hindu votes.' 'This strategy is to weaken the Dravidian ideology and bring in religion based politics into Tamil Nadu.'
Lungi Ngidi discusses the development and effectiveness of his dipping slower ball in the IPL, highlighting its importance in T20 cricket and the mental fortitude required to execute it under pressure.
With growing opportunities in the coaching, sports science, training and wellness industries, a career in sports provides a dynamic and fulfilling career path.
RCB suffer early IPL 2026 setback as Nuwan Thushara fails Sri Lanka Cricket fitness test, delaying his availability for the tournament opener.
C D Gopinath was a member of the team that secured India's first-ever Test victory in 1952, beating England by an innings and eight runs--his contribution being a valuable 35 runs. Little did I imagine that within months of putting his journey into words as the oldest living Indian cricketer, he would pass away on April 9, 2026, at the age of 96.
Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Praful Hinge remains grounded despite his impressive IPL debut, focusing on continued improvement and maintaining his composure.
Sri Lankan T20I captain Dasun Shanaka has been named as the replacement for injured England all-rounder Sam Curran in the Rajasthan Royals squad for the upcoming IPL 2026 season.
Lucknow Super Giants wasted a strong bowling effort as a batting collapse handed them a 40-run defeat against Rajasthan Royals.
Punjab Kings pacer Vijaykumar Vyshak aims to consistently bowl at 150 kmph and develop new variations to remain competitive in the high-pressure environment of the India Premier League.
Dreams are not fragile; they are powerful. So dream big, write your script like Praful Hinge did, and when the moment arrives go for the kill and dominate.
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