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The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has shattered viewership records in India, attracting over 500 million fans, the highest ever for the tournament. This milestone, celebrated by ICC chairman Jay Shah, highlights the event’s global and accessible vision. Digital engagement also soared, with JioHotstar peaking at 60.5 million concurrent viewers…

Daryl Mitchell, son of former All Blacks player John Mitchell, found his passion for cricket despite a rugby upbringing. John encouraged Daryl’s choices, leading him to excel in cricket. Daryl’s journey showcases dedication, embracing challenges, and a mature approach to success and failure, making him a vital player for the…

South Africa, the only unbeaten team, enter the T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand as favourites. Their balanced squad, with players stepping up consistently, and a strong pace attack, fuels their confidence. New Zealand, coached by former SA mentor Rob Walter, aim to upset the Proteas’ impressive run, acknowledging…

From Jasprit Bumrah’s introduction against Shimron Hetmyer to the angled plan for Sherfane Rutherford against West Indies in their virtual quarter-final, India have been a step ahead with their planning and have only gotten better with every game in the ongoing 2026 T20 World Cup. …

Lakshya Sen defeated China’s Shi Yu Qi 23-21, 19-21, 21-17 in a tough three-game match, marking his first BWF World Tour win over the former world No. 1. Praised for staying “very calm and composed,” Lakshya showed strong defence and attack to seal a “very confidence boosting win.” Malvika Bansod…

India’s women’s cricket team has been nominated for the 2026 Laureus World Team of the Year Award after winning their maiden World Cup title. They are the first women’s cricket team to earn this honour, highlighted by a record 339-run chase against Australia. The winners will be announced in Madrid…

Senior selection committee member Aleem Dar has resigned from the Pakistan Cricket Board. This follows the national team’s failure to reach the T20 World Cup semifinals. Dar reportedly cited concerns over head coach Mike Hesson’s influence in team selection. Pakistan’s disappointing performance has led to player fines. Financial benefits will…

Ahead of their AFC Women’s Asian Cup opener in Perth, India’s women footballers complained about ill-fitting kits and poor training gear. In a strongly worded letter, all 26 players said the incorrect sizes — reportedly too small for most of the squad — hurt morale. They demanded immediate replacements. The…

Mohun Bagan Super Giants have been fined and hit with a full stadium closure for their upcoming game against Odisha FC on March 6. The Kolkata giants have been found guilty of ‘spectator misconduct’ during their season opener against the Kerala Blasters on February 14. …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host five of their seven home matches at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru for the 2026 IPL season. This comes after extensive coordination with authorities to ensure matches can be held in the city. The remaining two home fixtures will be played in Raipur. …

Sixteen-year-old Aarav Dengla has become India’s 93rd Grandmaster (GM). Guided by his mother Shipra, who quit her job to support his career, Aarav rose rapidly from prodigy to champion. Initially trained by GM Pravin Thipsay and then under Vishnu Prasanna, and balancing rigorous academics, he sealed his final GM norm…

After a COVID-induced withdrawal in 2022, India’s women’s football team has qualified for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup on merit for the first time since 2003. Under new coach Amelia Valverde, the team faces a tough challenge in Australia against Japan, Vietnam, and Chinese Taipei, aiming to compete and showcase…

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has returned to Bengaluru safely. She was stranded in Dubai amid escalating Middle East conflict. Sindhu expressed gratitude to ground teams and Dubai authorities for their support. The athlete and her coach experienced a close call after an explosion nearby. She is now resting and…

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia calls J&K’s Ranji Trophy triumph a ‘landmark moment born out of structural reform and belief’. He credits the 2021 sub-committee for stabilising the Association, promises infrastructure upgrades, including indoor facilities and a stadium, and also praised Auqib Nabi’s rise. …

Sanju Samson’s match-winning 97 against the West Indies fulfilled a promise made by captain Rohit Sharma, who encouraged him not to be disheartened when initially left out of the T20 World Cup playing XI. Samson’s resilient knock, his highest in T20 World Cups, secured India’s highest successful chase and propelled…