A few big IPL franchises had offered Rahul Dravid blank cheques to join them, but his choice was clear.
As she continues to defy expectations and rewrite the record books, one thing is certain: Simone Biles' legacy as the queen of gymnastics is secure.
'One person says let us move ahead, the other doesn't want to.'
The IPL gold-rush drew players in droves and Sachin Tendulkar completed two illustrious decades, but 2009 will be fondly remembered as the year of India's ascent to the pinnacle of Test cricket, a format that ironically languishes at the bottom of their priorities.
'I find it ridiculous what happened, so why should I then give full answers?'
New Zealand captain believes Test cricket is still the ultimate but market forces make Twenty20 a great option.
He also stressed on the need to have a stable government to take significant decisions.
As Warner's friend, want him to end on a high with Cup win: Usman Khawaja
Australian pace sensation James Pattinson can't wait for the four-Test series against India later this month as he feels there is no better challenge for him than their famed batting line-up.
Jay Shah will take over as the next chairman of the ICC in December after he emerged as the sole nominee for the high-profile job
'M S Dhoni stands as a towering figure in Indian cricket, arguably the most successful captain ever.'
A phone call with his therapist after a worrying semi-final helped propel Noah Lyles to the top of the Olympic podium on Sunday.
Lyon emphasised that the World Test Championship format removes the possibility of "dead rubbers" in individual series, ensuring that every match remains important and competitive, with every point carrying weight within the two-year cycle.
A pistol malfunction during qualification at Tokyo Olympics had left Bhaker crestfallen. But three years later, she got redemption.
Dipa Karmakar is one of only five women in gymnastics history to have successfully executed the Produnova -- called the 'vault of death'.
This heartwarming image sparked a wave of nostalgia
India head coach Gautam Gambhir, BCCI president Roger Binny and all-rounder Hardik Pandya led the long list of joyous members of the cricketing fraternity in lauding Jay Shah, who was on Tuesday elected unopposed as the ICC Chairman.
A former world number one, Panghal has medals in the all big-ticket events barring the Olympics
Gandhi will now be seen in two upcoming OTT series -- Hansal Mehta's Gandhi, starring Pratik Gandhi in the title role, and Freedom at Midnight by Nikkhil Advani.
From her remarkable comeback through qualifiers to triumphant battles against major champions, Yastremska's resilience radiates on the hallowed Rod Laver Arena.
Cricket fans worldwide will get a chance to witness the coveted trophy firsthand.
Having scored 10 goals in the last 12 games with Portugal and 42 in 41 matches with Al-Nassr this season, Ronaldo's relentless mentality could be the key to him making a statement with his country in Germany against all odds.
The pinnacle of her innings occurred in the penultimate ball of the 19th over when she sent Deepti Sharma's delivery soaring over the long-on boundary, an 80-metre six that thrilled the fans and shattered a car window.
Test cricket remains the pinnacle of the game, Cricket South Africa (CSA) said after it was criticised for selecting a second-string squad featuring seven debutants for the country's two fixtures in New Zealand next month.
Gambhir has ability to derive the best out of his players: Childhood coach Bharadwaj
As the next generation is eager to demonstrate their mettle on the international stage, there are polarising views linked with the presence of Kohli and Sharma in the T20 team.
'The inauguration of the Ram temple was the pinnacle of the BJP's religious politics.' 'Politics is dynamic. What goes up has to come down.'
The collection included the shirt Messi wore during the first half of the final against France in Qatar.
Cummins said Australia's triumph had made him fall in love with 50-over cricket again even as questions about the future of the format linger.
The 96-year-old leader, the longest serving president of the BJP, said ever since he joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as its volunteer at the age of 14 years he has sought reward in only one thing "in dedicated and selfless service of my beloved country in whatever task life assigned to me".
'...but the incredible person you were.' 'I am deeply thankful for having known you, for the love and the challenges we shared.' On Parveen Babi's 70th birth anniversary on April 4, Mahesh Bhatt pays tribute to the woman who held a special place in his life.
Vinesh Phogat is a reminder that true champions are not just defined by their medals but by their character and their impact on society.
Cambodia's Ly Muyleang was crowned the new Miss Teen International in Jaipur, July 7.
Dutch teenager Dilano van't Hoff died in an accident during a wet Formula Regional European Championship race at Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps circuit.
He will surpass Roger Federer's record as the oldest No. 1 in ATP Rankings history on Sunday when he will be 36 years and 321 days old.
'I have always taken pride while donning the Indian jersey during my playing days and it is going to be no different when I take up this new role.'
I physically feel very fit. I'm very motivated to keep on playing on a very high level, says Novak Djokovic.
Match officials for ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 final
Spinners selected gives us best opportunity to beat India: Ben Stokes
Independence Day was celebrated across states and Union territories on Thursday, as several chief ministers announced job schemes while some others vowed their support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
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