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The franchise boasts some of the world’s best T20 batters; in the absence of regular skipper Cummins, medium-pacers Harshal and Unadkat must do the heavy lifting among bowlers

He had a stupendous sophomore season as he accumulated a tournament-high 950 runs in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy. After a sedate start to his domestic career in 2024, the 22-year-old from Karnataka has emerged as one of the brightest prospects in the country across formats

Barcelona lead the standings with 73 ​points, seven ahead of second-placed Real Madrid

Lucknow hosted the Times of India Sports Awards, celebrating Indian sporting royalty with glamour. Olympians, world champions, and para-athletes graced the red carpet. Hosts Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi kept the energy high, while candid moments with the women's cricket team and Taapsee Pannu added charm. The emotional highlight was para chess winner Vaib […]

MS Dhoni's priceless reaction was captured as former CSK star Michael Hussey smashed a six during an exhibition match at Chepauk. The game, featuring ex-CSK players against the current squad, saw Hussey, now the batting coach, hit a big shot off Ruturaj Gaikwad's bowling, much to Dhoni's amusement. The event celebrated CSK's legacy with a […]

Chennai Super Kings celebrated their legacy with a 'Roar' event, featuring past legends like Raina and Muralitharan in an exhibition match. Newcomer Sanju Samson impressed, sharing his excitement for the IPL season and his simple batting approach. The event also saw Raina and Hayden inducted into CSK's Hall of Fame.

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin believes Arjun Tendulkar will face significant challenges securing a spot in the Lucknow Super Giants' playing XI due to the team's formidable pace attack. Ashwin also expressed doubt about LSG's playoff chances this season, predicting they will miss the top six.

Hardik Pandya revealed his journey from a dedicated batter to a top white-ball all-rounder, crediting Mumbai Indians' sharp scouting and his own relentless hard work. He emphasised the importance of adapting and body management for aspiring cricketers. Pandya expressed his ambition to lead MI to a record sixth IPL title, inspiring the next generation wi […]

Aston Villa and Manchester United were the winners in the Premier League weekend as both the UCL aspirants tightened their hold in the top 4. Man Utd drew their game away to Bournemouth on Friday night before Villa won their home fixture against West Ham on Sunday.

Yamal`s superb cross, with the outside of his boot, created another fine chance for Raphinha but the Brazilian`s mis-hit effort was tipped over by Augusto Batalla.

"Playing a Ranji game, they haven`t come to see me but they were able to identify that I had something special. That shows the talent MI scouting has, that is what MI scouting does.

Braian Sánchez was adjudged the Player of the Match for his match-winning performance.

Earlier, American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura has expressed serious concerns about the playing conditions in Cyprus before the 2026 Candidates Tournament, which starts in just a week.