But in their pursuit of glory, both leaders must find a way to address the issues at hand.
'Right now, I'm happy with the game that I played today. Tomorrow (Friday), hopefully, another good game I can play. And whatever the result will be, we'll see later. But yeah, just focusing on playing the game.'
The first batch of women cadets joined the NDA's 148th course in 2022 after the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) allowed women to apply to the defence academy following a Supreme Court direction in 2021.
Koneru Humpy defeated China's Zhu Jiner to jump into sole lead with 5.5 points after the seventh round of the FIDE Women's Grand Prix in Pune on Monday.
Reigning world champion D Gukesh continued to turn adversity into opportunity as he wriggled out of a virtually intractable position to beat compatriot Arjun Erigaisi for the first time ever in a classical game and jump to sole second position after round 7 of the Norway Chess.
'Most of my birthdays I end up losing the game, so glad it did not repeat in the classical. When I was playing, I felt fine, but when I was losing, I was like, 'ok, not again'.
'We can't care about the reasons or whatever happened to Hans. We don't care. We have to focus on our tournament.'
Five-time World champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway got the better of D Gukesh in the opening round of Norway Chess.
'Captaincy for India is slightly different to captaining a franchise or any state side; it comes with its own responsibilities and the pressure.'
Rajasthan Royals will face Mumbai Indians in a crucial Indian Premier League match on Thursday, looking to halt the five-time champions' surging momentum.
While MI's win will assure them of a place in the play-offs, Delhi Capitals need to win both their remaining games to advance.
India defeated South Africa by 23 runs in a women's Tri-Nation ODI series match, setting up a title clash with Sri Lanka.
Despite coming from Mumbai-a system known for its emphasis on big scores and centuries-Iyer prioritised his team's success over personal milestones.
'A player would be thinking that he is going to the World Cup. But you shut the door on him.'
Spain face Ronald Koeman's Netherlands away on Thursday before returning home for the second-leg on March 23.
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene on Friday said star pacer Jasprit Bumrah was still recuperating from a back injury and that the team was waiting for him to be cleared by the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
Rajasthan Royals had released eight players, including star Australia batsman Steve Smith, after the team finished at the bottom of the table in the 2020 edition.
With four fours and six sixes, Russell has finally made his presence felt this IPL season!
CSK's surprising decision to send Mahendra Singh Dhoni to bat at No 9 during their run chase against RCB has drawn sharp criticism from former cricketers and fans.
Former India international Robin Uthappa hailed Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) right-arm seamer Shardul Thakur following his exceptional show against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
In an era dominated by analytics and rigid strategies, Ashish Nehra blends old-school instinct with modern know-how to stunning effect.
His infectious energy, keen eye for detail, and exceptional man-management have turned the Gujarat Titans into one of the IPL's most consistent and formidable teams.
An in-form Mumbai Indians will be out for revenge having lost to Gujarat Titans earlier in the season.
World champion D Gukesh will take on Fabiano Caruana of the United States in the two-game quarter-final after the latter picked the Indian in a unique format typical of Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, in Hamburg, Germany.
The team has won 10 out of their 24 matches while losing 14.
'We are too important to want to be paired with Pakistan but too intensely connected to it to successfully detach ourselves,' asserts Aakar Patel.
Mumbai Indians have the upper hand given their current form despite having lost to CSK in their IPL season-opener in Chepauk.
'My message to all the young guns who are joining Mumbai Indians this year is that if you are here, you have that spark, you have that talent, which the scouts have seen.'
Former India player Sanjay Manjrekar has painted a grim picture of Rohit Sharma's current form, saying "things are slipping away" from the senior batter who has reached a point in his career where he has to "push himself every morning".
A rampaging Mumbai Indians will look to maintain their winning run in a vital mid-table battle against a dangerous Lucknow Super Giants in an Indian Premier League clash here on Sunday.
Reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders will hope that their strife-ridden batting unit will tighten its act against in-form table-toppers Gujarat Titans in the IPL match in Kolkata on Monday.
Sania Mirza, the tennis icon, made a dazzling entry at the fifth Indian Sports Honours event, donning a stunning floral blazer suit.
Gene Hackman had a long and rich career, playing leading and supporting roles in many Hollywood films.
M S Dhoni may bat at No.7 or No. 8, which will allow him to showcase his big-hitting prowess at the back end of the innings, says former international Robin Uthappa.
Struggling Mumbai Indians will be hoping their batters get their act together and shoulder responsibility when they take on an inspired Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League match in Mumbai on Monday.
MI will hope Jasprit Bumrah returns to his menacing best, which is essential for them to stop an explosive Sunrisers Hyderabad batting unit in its tracks.
Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, both struggling in the Indian Premier League, will be looking to turn their fortunes around when they face each other on Friday.
Here are how the bowlers fared on a wicket that was gripping and not easy for batters.
Ruturaj Gaikwad has opened up about the important moment when MS Dhoni handed him the reins ahead of the 2024 IPL season,
