The ICC has approved trialling the use of pink balls in Test matches to maximise play in bad light, along with allowing coaches on the field during drinks breaks. Cricket Canada has been suspended due to breaches of membership obligations.
A four-year-old boy, Gurkaran Singh, who was rescued after falling into a borewell in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, is in stable condition. He is under observation at the civil hospital and responding well to treatment.
Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus discussed the upcoming one-off Test against India, highlighting the crucial role of spin bowling on the Mullanpur pitch. He also confirmed star spinner Rashid Khan's absence due to a long-standing back problem and workload management.
Flavio Cobolli started slowly in wild and windy conditions at the French Open before blowing away Canadian fourth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 on Wednesday, making the semifinals at Roland Garros for the first time.
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane said the decision to continue playing mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy despite a fractured left toe was taken only after clearance from the medical staff.
Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori said the team will continue to monitor its under-tested middle-order ahead of the IPL playoffs even as he credited the side's explosive top-order and disciplined bowling attack for their impressive campaign this season.
Batting great Sachin Tendulkar said adaptability is the key to succeeding across all formats of cricket, stressing that a batter's backlift plays a crucial role in adjusting to the demands of the game.
Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Shane Watson has praised Varun Chakravarthy for his commitment to the team, playing through a hairline fracture in his left foot to contribute to KKR's IPL playoff push. Despite the injury, Chakravarthy has shown resilience and determination, earning accolades from Watson and highlighting his importance to the squad.
Indian American golfer Akshay Bhatia's late bogeys caused him to drop out of the Top-10 at the Charles Schwab Challenge, while Eric Cole leads the field.
A four-year-old girl in Kerala died after being bitten by an Indian spectacled cobra while playing. The incident occurred when she tried to retrieve a ball near a burrow where the snake was hiding. Despite being rushed to the hospital and receiving ventilator support, she succumbed to the snakebite.
Rashid Khan credits Gujarat Titans' success to their adaptability and ability to trust players in different situations, rather than dwelling on imperfections. He also praised the team's bowling attack and the leadership of Shubman Gill.
Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.
Mukul Choudhary starred with a blistering half-century to help Lucknow Super Giants clinch a thrilling three-wicket win against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Pakistan were ruled to be eight overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration.
Former India captain Anjum Chopra believes the Indian women's cricket team are favourites for the upcoming T20 World Cup, highlighting their familiarity with English conditions and the return of key players.
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are facing concerns about the pitch conditions at Eden Gardens as they prepare for their first home game of the IPL season. Despite a complete overhaul in coaching staff and squad, the team's think-tank and head coach Abhishek Nayar have expressed unease about the surfaces, which may not suit their spin strengths.
Mohammed Shami says his familiarity with Eden Gardens gives him an edge as LSG prepare to face winless KKR in IPL 2026.
Indian golfer Yuvraj Sandhu is the sole representative from India at the KLM Open this week, facing a challenging debut season on the DP World Tour despite his positive outlook.
Aryna Sabalenka said she fell into a "deep, dark hole" during her three-sets loss to Russian Diana Shnaider in the French Open quarterfinals on Wednesday, after the world number one let her opportunities slip in the second set.
Persistent rain limited play to fewer than 10 overs on Day 3 at Lord's, but Ollie Robinson struck twice to leave New Zealand struggling at 55/5 in pursuit of a 254-run target against England
India's build-up for the Women's T20 World Cup suffered a setback after hosts England came from behind to clinch the three-match T20I series 2-1.
Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has announced that MS Dhoni's return to the ongoing IPL will be further delayed due to a fresh calf injury sustained during a warm-up game.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar dedicated his team's second IPL trophy to the fans who died in a stampede last year after RCB won their maiden IPL title.
India spin great R Ashwin shares his insights on the upcoming one-off Test against Afghanistan, expressing keen interest in Harsh Dubey's potential debut. He also discusses the roles of Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar in the spin attack and backs captain Shubman Gill to replicate his overseas batting success at home, attributing it to improved technique and leadership.
Russian Diana Shnaider caused a major upset at the French Open, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the semi-finals.
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has revealed the team's Test strategy, indicating a preference for Sai Sudharsan at the No.3 spot and plans to develop four spinners for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour. Gambhir also addressed Rishabh Pant's vice-captaincy, stressing the need for better game situation awareness.
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, has revealed the immense health risks he took to prolong his tennis career, battling a chronic foot injury and other complications.
Young Indian batsman Sai Sudharsan discusses how head coach Gautam Gambhir's confidence has given him the freedom to perform, leading to an impressive 81 in the one-off Test against Afghanistan. He also shared insights on batting with KL Rahul and strategies for playing spin on the evolving Mullanpur pitch, which he expects to offer more turn and become slower.
An eight-year-old girl drowned in a water-filled pit in Gurugram while playing with her two-year-old sister, who was rescued. The incident occurred in Farrukhnagar, highlighting safety concerns around unsupervised play areas.
D Gukesh's prolonged form slump might be a talking point in the chess world right now but his World Championship challenger Javokhir Sindarov sees no obvious weakness in the Indian's game.
Kagiso Rabada attributes Gujarat Titans' dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad to disciplined Test-match bowling, emphasising patience and simplicity.
Ollie Robinson marked his return to England's Test side with a four-wicket haul as New Zealand slid to 61-6 at stumps, trailing by 79 runs after a see-saw opening day of the three-match series at Lord's on Thursday.
India begin their 2026 Test season against Afghanistan with several selection questions to answer, including the No. 3 spot and Ravindra Jadeja's long-term successor, as they build towards key World Test Championship assignments.
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru will enter the Indian Premier League 2026 final as favourites despite the Gujarat Titans enjoying home advantage.
Switching formats in a short span of time is never easy, concedes Kuldeep Yadav and the senior India spinner hopes that players coming off a gruelling IPL season have prepared well for this week's one-off Test against Afghanistan just as he did with extended red-ball practice.
Sanju Samson's century and Chennai Super Kings' dominant performance led to a significant victory over Mumbai Indians in the IPL. Samson's ability to adapt to the sluggish Wankhede pitch was key to his success.
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva powered into her maiden Grand Slam final with a ruthless 6-1 6-3 victory over Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk in a politically charged French Open semifinal on Thursday.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made a stunning disclosure about how a bold personal goal powered his record-breaking campaign for Rajasthan Royals.
New Zealand need 254 runs to defeat England in the opening Test of the three-match series after bowling the hosts out for 226 in their second innings at Lord's on Friday.
Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly believes Mohammed Shami has the form and fitness to find his way back into the Indian team.
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