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Jitesh Sharma reveals the profound impact of his father’s passing, which overshadowed his disappointment over missing the T20 World Cup. He found solace in being with his father during his final days, shifting his perspective on life and cricket. Now, as the eldest son, he embraces his family responsibilities with…

Iran’s sports minister declared the nation will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing the US “assassination” of their leader and recent “malicious actions.” This follows similar sentiments from the Iranian Football Federation president. FIFA’s president had previously stated the Iranian team would be welcomed in the US,…

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will host IPL 2026 matches, but only after approval from a government-appointed expert committee. The committee will inspect the stadium on March 13, 2026, to assess its preparedness. The BCCI announced the first phase of the tournament, running from March 28 to April 12,…

IPL 2026 kicks off March 28 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad in a Bengaluru opener. The BCCI announced the first 20 days of the schedule, featuring 20 matches across 10 venues. Full schedule awaits state election dates. …

Former chief selector Sandeep Patil has refuted claims by Yograj Singh that MS Dhoni was responsible for Yuvraj Singh’s ouster from the Indian team. Patil stated on record that Dhoni never requested Yuvraj’s exclusion and fully trusted the selection committee’s decisions. He acknowledged a father’s emotions but emphasised the blame…

Bangladesh crushed Pakistan by eight wickets in the first ODI to take a 1-0 series lead. Pakistan collapsed to 114 after a strong start, with Nahid Rana taking five wickets and Mehidy Hasan Miraz three. In reply, Tanzid Hasan Tamim smashed 67 not out, helping Bangladesh chase the target comfortably…

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Abhishek Sharma maintains his No.1 T20I batting ranking despite a below-par T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, thanks to a match-winning 52 in the final. Ishan Kishan rose to second after a stellar tournament, while Rashid Khan reclaimed the top bowling spot. …

After leading India to the 2026 T20 World Cup, Suryakumar Yadav has set his sights on an Olympic gold in 2028 and a hat-trick of titles. Yet, despite an outstanding captaincy record, questions remain over his form, fitness and longevity. As India look ahead to the Olympics and the next…

Twenty-five years ago, a struggling Indian cricket team, reeling from scandal, hosted Steve Waugh’s formidable Australians. Against all odds, a remarkable turnaround at Eden Gardens, spearheaded by captain Sourav Ganguly and a young Harbhajan Singh, ignited a new era for Indian cricket, forever changing its destiny and inspiring a nation….

Lakshya Sen once again fell short in the All England Open final, losing to Lin Chun-yi. This marks India’s continued 25-year wait for a men’s singles champion at the prestigious event. Despite reaching multiple finals, experts believe Sen’s consistent presence at this level is a significant achievement, highlighting his strong…

India exited the AFC Women’s Asian Cup after a 1-3 defeat to Chinese Taipei in their final group match. Despite creating several chances, India failed to convert them. Manisha Kalyan scored India’s only goal. Defensive errors and missed opportunities proved costly as India finished their campaign without a point despite…

After their T20 World Cup 2026 exit, West Indies and South Africa remained stranded in Kolkata for over a week, drawing criticism from Michael Vaughan, who questioned why England flew home within 36 hours of elimination. Officials said the delay was due to Middle East airspace restrictions affecting routes to…

After India’s T20 World Cup 2026 triumph, the BCCI announced a Rs 131 crore reward for the team and support staff. Each of the 15 players is expected to receive Rs 6 crore, with the rest shared among staff. India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the final, becoming…

Suryakumar Yadav, fresh off captaining India to the T20 World Cup title, expressed his elation and reflected on the team’s winning streak. He aims to build on this momentum, targeting Olympic gold in 2028 and further ICC trophies, while acknowledging the honor of being compared to legendary captains like Dhoni…