Dale Steyn noted that Virat Kohli's confidence has grown, allowing him to play more aerial shots regularly.
The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League gets underway in Bengaluru on Saturday, a touch lighter on overseas firepower but buoyed by a confirmation of its robust financial health this week.
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.
Ashish Nehra says Gujarat Titans will stick to their winning approach in IPL 2026, stressing a mindset of competing and winning ahead of their season opener.
Indian trap shooters are aiming for a better performance at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier after a disappointing showing from the skeet team. Key athletes like Bhowneesh Mendiratta, Prithviraj Tondaiman, and Kynan Chenai are set to compete.
Sawan Barwal broke the national marathon record at the NN Marathon Rotterdam, clocking 2 hours 11 minutes and 58 seconds, surpassing the previous record set in 1978.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower believes Virat Kohli's unwavering drive and fitness will be crucial for the team's IPL 2026 campaign.
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes MS Dhoni should retire if he's relegated to an 'Impact Player' role for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), suggesting it's time for the veteran to consider hanging up his boots.
It is hard to recall when Jasprit Bumrah was last manhandled in such devastating fashion by two young batters.
SC Delhi defeated NorthEast United FC 3-0 in an Indian Super League match, with Joseph Sunny scoring twice. The win moves SC Delhi up the standings.
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.
Khalin Joshi wins the Andhra Open Golf Championship, marking his seventh professional title with a dominant performance. Akshay Sharma finishes runner-up after a course-record final round.
Virat Kohli used laughing emojis to dismiss rumours about chartered flights during IPL 2026, addressing claims of frequent London trips with a light-hearted Instagram response.
IMAGES from the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday
Jos Buttler, playing for Gujarat Titans, has become only the fifth batter to hit 600 sixes in T20 cricket, achieving the milestone during an IPL match against Delhi Capitals.
'The AIADMK front comes second, and then the TVK.'
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Aakash Chopra backs Virat Kohli for a big IPL 2026 season, while Rohit Sharma's aggressive approach and MS Dhoni's tough role come under focus.
Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler's brilliant partnership powers Gujarat Titans to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026.
Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians in their first home game of IPL 2026, focusing on top-order stability against Mumbai's strong batting lineup.
Chennai Super Kings will need to improve significantly in all departments of the game to trouble a potent Punjab Kings in their first home game of the Indian Premier League. It was a uninspiring start for CSK in their opener against Rajasthan Royals.
Ayush Shetty won a silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships, losing to Shi Yu Qi in the final. Despite the loss, it was a remarkable achievement for the unseeded player.
Indian shooters had a disappointing outing at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, with both mixed team pairs finishing low in the standings.
Delhi Capitals shared a video showing David Miller's emotional reaction after narrowly losing to Gujarat Titans in a thrilling IPL match.
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.
CSK begin IPL 2026 without Dhoni and Raina for the first time ever, marking a historic shift as the franchise enters a new era under Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Defending champions RCB head into IPL 2026 with a balanced squad, strong batting core and pace attack, aiming for back-to-back titles after their historic 2025 triumph.
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane responds to criticism regarding his strike rate in the IPL, suggesting that his detractors are motivated by jealousy and hidden agendas.
Homegrown e-commerce giant Flipkart is experiencing a significant trend of senior leaders rejoining the company, driven by its people-first culture, opportunities for growth with ownership, and the chance to solve problems at an India scale.
Chennai Super Kings' head coach Stephen Fleming faces scrutiny as the team struggles without MS Dhoni's captaincy, raising questions about his role in their past success.
A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.
Kerala Blasters have appointed Ashley Westwood as their new head coach until the end of the current Indian Super League season, replacing David Catala.
Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson has criticised the IPL's Impact Player rule, joining a growing number of players who believe it diminishes the skill aspect of the game.
Ayush Shetty of India won a silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships after losing to China's Shi Yu Qi in the final. Despite the loss, it was a successful tournament for the young player, who defeated several top-ranked opponents.
Coach reveals how 15-year-old IPL prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi built his fearless six-hitting game ahead of Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2026 opener.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja and Shimron Hetmyer are on the verge of key milestones as Rajasthan Royals prepare to face Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026.
The cost of the war is being counted not in the corridors of power in Washington or Tehran, but in Firozabad's darkened furnace rooms, Howrah's idle casting sheds, and a barbershop in Kochi where the wait is suddenly, inexplicably, an hour long, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.
Dhruv Jurel discusses his successful transition to batting at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals, highlighting his adaptability and partnership with teammates.
Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana yet to take SLC-mandated fitness tests
Khalin Joshi carded a one-under 70 to extend his lead to three shots at seven-under 206 after round three at the Rs 1 crore Andhra Open 2026.
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