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Is Max Verstappens fathers prediction coming true?

Max Verstappen's father, Jos, expressed concern about the state of the Red Bull team amid the controversy surrounding Christian Horner's conduct. The departure of star designer Adrian Newey, credited with Red Bull's recent success, has sparked speculation about his next move, with Ferrari being a likely destination. Retirement is also an option for Newey.

4 May 2024 12:48 am
Title, relegation and European spots in the balance as Premier League heads for exciting finale

The Premier League title race is down to Arsenal and Manchester City, with Arsenal leading by one point. European qualification spots are almost settled, with Aston Villa likely joining Arsenal, City, and Liverpool in the Champions League. The race for Europa Conference League spots is tight, with Manchester United, Newcastle, and Chelsea vying for sixth and seventh places. The relegation battle involves Nottingham Forest, Luton, and Burnley, with two spots to avoid.

4 May 2024 12:37 am
KKR beat MI in an away game after 12 years

Kolkata Knight Riders' bowlers rose to the occasion and defended a modest total en route to a 24-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders in an Indian Premier League match on Friday. Incidentally, it was KKR's first win over MI in Mumbai after 12 years. Opting to bowl, Jasprit Bumrah (3/18) was at his best as MI bowled out KKR for a modest 169. Sri Lankan medium pacer Nuwan Thushara (3/42) blew the top-order while Bumrah was menacing at the back end with skipper Hardik Pandya (2/44) also getting a cou

3 May 2024 11:30 pm
Srinath, Menon, Madanagopal named among match officials for T20 World Cup

Nitin Menon, Jayaraman Madanagopal, Javagal Srinath, and a team of elite officials will oversee the T20 World Cup matches in the Americas. The lineup includes renowned umpires and referees, showcasing a blend of experience and emerging talent for the event.

3 May 2024 5:52 pm
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Format, India's squad and schedule

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will feature 20 teams in the USA and Caribbean. India's squad, led by Rohit Sharma, includes Hardik Pandya as vice-captain. The team will face Ireland, Pakistan, USA, and Canada in the group stage.

3 May 2024 5:48 pm
Mallika Nadda appointed chairperson of Special Olympics Asia Pacific Advisory Council

As the chairperson of APAC, Mallika Nadda will stand to be a cohesive voice of the entire Special Olympics Asia Pacific region that runs across 34 countries. Nadda would serve as the SO Bharat representative on the APAC where Special Olympics Bharat enjoys a permanent seat. Her term would run for three years, from May 1 2024 until March 31 2027.

3 May 2024 2:44 pm
ICC issue annual team rankings; India lead both white-ball formats while Aussies take top spot in Tests

Reigning ICC World Test Championship winners Australia have overtaken India to secure the top spot in whites on the back of their stunning 209-run triumph over India in the World Test Championship decider at The Oval last year, as per ICC.

3 May 2024 2:31 pm
F1 paddock watches to see if Verstappen leaves Red Bull with car builder or if Hamilton lands Newey

Newey, who is 65, is regarded as the greatest designer in series history. In total, he has won 13 drivers' championships and 12 constructors' titles with Williams, McLaren and Red Bull, where he has been since 2006. The designer is a pivotal figure in Red Bull's dominance of the motorsports series. He has helped the team win seven of those drivers' titles - including the last three seasons for Verstappen - and six constructors' titles.

3 May 2024 9:42 am
Champions League: Fuellkrug earns Dortmund 1-0 first-leg win over PSG

Nico Schlotterbeck floated a pass into Fuellkrug's path and the Germany forward controlled the ball with a perfect first touch before drilling a low shot past keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in the 36th minute.

3 May 2024 12:22 am
Heartbreak for India at Thomas & Uber Cup Final

In the Thomas and Uber Cup Final, Indian teams faced defeats by China and Japan respectively. Despite shining performances from Lakshya Sen, Ashmita Chaliha, and Isharani Baruah, the teams couldn't advance further in the tournament.

2 May 2024 8:06 pm
T20 World Cup selection: What Ajit Agarkar and Rohit Sharma said about KL Rahul, Rinku Singh, Pandya & Kohli

Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar discussed selection strategies, emphasizing middle-order options and wrist spinners. IPL performances influenced squad formation for the T20 World Cup, with a focus on balance and adaptability to different pitch conditions.

2 May 2024 7:18 pm
Rohit Sharma on why India picked four spinners for the T20 World Cup and IPL's influence in team selection

Rohit Sharma backs India's four-spinners strategy for the T20 World Cup, emphasizing squad balance and strategic options. Despite IPL performances, uncertainties persist over the final playing eleven composition, particularly focusing on the middle overs hitting strategy.

2 May 2024 6:36 pm
AB de Villiers slams data-driven pundits for criticising Kohli's IPL strike rate

Former South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers has criticized data-driven cricket pundits for criticizing Virat Kohli for his strike rate outside powerplay in the Indian Premier League. Kohli has been in top form this season for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, scoring 500 runs at a strike rate of 147 and an average of 77. He is second in the top-scorers' list. De Villiers disagrees with the criticism, stating that it is not wise for data-driven pundits to comment on the stalwart. De Villiers believes

2 May 2024 4:27 pm
T20 World Cup: Amul to sponsor USA, South Africa cricket teams

Indian dairy company Amul has been named the Lead Arm sponsor of the USA cricket team in the upcoming T20 World Cup, starting in June. The USA will make its tournament debut as one of the co-hosts, with matches set to commence on June 1. Amul's global presence extends to the USA, where Amul milk is now available for purchase. The USA has recently emerged victorious against Canada, showcasing their potential in the cricketing arena.

2 May 2024 12:50 pm
IPL 2024 orange cap: Ruturaj Gaikwad topples Virat Kohli but the race gets tighter

Chennai Super Kings' captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, has emerged as the top run-scorer in IPL 2024, surpassing Virat Kohli. Gaikwad's outstanding form has seen him amass 509 runs in 10 matches, boasting a remarkable strike rate of 146.69. This achievement surpasses Kohli's total of 500 runs in the same number of games, albeit with a slightly higher strike rate of 147.49.

2 May 2024 11:45 am
Efficient Real Madrid making an art form of scoring when least expected

Bayern Munich was so dominant in the Champions League semifinal on Tuesday that it seemed only a matter of time before it scored. But Madrid pounced instead. Vincius Jnior ran onto a brilliant Toni Kroos pass and fired the visitors ahead in the 24th minute with their first chance.

2 May 2024 12:50 am
Mayank Yadav doubtful for remainder of IPL; all set to get BCCI pace bowling contract

Mayank Yadav's IPL future hangs in the balance due to an abdominal muscle tear, raising doubts about his participation. BCCI may provide a pace bowling contract, while Lucknow Super Giants' playoff chances could determine his return.

1 May 2024 5:44 pm
Can Arshdeep and Siraj pass the acid test in Americas?

India's T20 World Cup squad has been reshuffled, with four spinners in place, suggesting the selectors are expecting slow turners in the Americas. Jasprit Bumrah was the lone certainty in the pace department before the IPL began, but Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh were chosen to support him in the ICC event. Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, and T Natarajan were ignored. Both Siraj and Arshdeep have played 10 and 44 T20 Internationals, respectively.

1 May 2024 4:32 pm
Pandya and all other MI players fined for slow over rate offence against LSG

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has been fined Rs 24 lakh for his team's second slow over-rate offence in the Indian Premier League. The offence occurred during their match against Lucknow Super Giants. The IPL stated that Pandya was fined as it was his team's second offence under the Code of Conduct. The remaining players were individually fined either Rs 6 lakh or 25% of their match fees.

1 May 2024 10:11 am
T20 World Cup squad: Pant returns, Dube, Samson, Chahal make the cut. Rinku, Gill, Rahul miss out

India's squad selection for the ICC T20 World Cup has stirred debate, particularly regarding the omission of Rinku Singh, a dynamic finisher. Despite his impressive T20I record, the selectors opted for players like Yashasvi Jaiswal alongside veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, reflecting a conservative approach. This choice suggests a reliance on experienced players, despite the changing landscape of T20 cricket favoring youthful aggression.

1 May 2024 1:05 am
Stoinis, bowlers take LSG closer to IPL playoffs

With their sixth win in 10 games, LSG climbed to the third spot in the IPL standings. MI, on the other hand, slumped to their seventh loss in 10 games. LSG made a watchful start to their chase after Nuwan Thushara struck with his fourth ball to remove impact sub Arshin Kulkarni for a duck on his IPL debut.

1 May 2024 12:01 am
Ind vs Pak Match T20 World Cup 2024: Date, Time, Venue and other key details

The 2024 Men's T20 World Cup is set to kick off on June 1, with India facing Pakistan on June 9 in New York. The tournament features 20 teams split into four groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super Eight stage. Matches will be held in the USA and across six venues in the West Indies, culminating in the final on June 29 in Barbados. Teams making their debut include Canada, USA, and Uganda, promising an exciting tournament for cricket fans worldwide.

30 Apr 2024 5:33 pm
T20 World Cup 2024: Why Rinku Singh and KL Rahul not picked? Five players that missed the flight to US

The BCCI unveils India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad, dropping KL Rahul, Rinku Singh, Ishan Kishan, Sandeep Sharma, and RutuRaj Gaikwad. Rinku's exclusion sparks outrage among netizens, questioning the decision. Despite standout IPL performances, Rinku Singh and KL Rahul miss out on the main squad, while three others also face omission. Gill's dip in form contributes to his exclusion.

30 Apr 2024 4:44 pm
ICC T20 World Cup: India Squad, full team, reserve, first match, India vs Pakistan match date

ICC T20 World Cup India squad full team: Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli, Sanju Samson and other players in the India world cup squad. Rohit Sharma captain of India world cup team.

30 Apr 2024 4:34 pm
In Pics: Shah Rukh Khan at Eden Gardens with son AbRam for KKR vs DC match

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Monday evening was spotted enjoying and cheering for his IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) they lock horns with Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

30 Apr 2024 4:03 pm
Mumbai court issues summons to cricketer Prithvi Shaw on social media influencer's plea

Social media influencer Sapna Gill has filed a review application against a magistrate's order to register an FIR against cricketer Prithvi Shaw for allegedly molesting her at a pub. The court issued summons to Shaw and the airport police, who did not register a case when Gill first approached them. Gill was arrested in February 2023 for an attack on Shaw following an argument over selfies.

30 Apr 2024 3:41 pm
India T20 World Cup Squad: Ajit Agarkar, Jay Shah huddle to select squad; announcement expected soon

India's selection for the upcoming T20 World Cup is being discussed, with discussions focusing on Hardik Pandya's place in the 15-man squad based on his current form in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Pandya, currently captaining MI in IPL 2024, has not been at his best form, scoring just 197 runs in nine games and taking four wickets in the tournament. The selection committee meeting is underway, with an announcement expected soon.

30 Apr 2024 1:51 pm
Puma signs Ibrahim Ali Khan Pataudi as brand ambassador

Puma India appoints Ibrahim Ali Khan Pataudi as ambassador, emphasizing his sports and cinema legacy. He will represent Puma in sports-inspired products, collaborate with athletes, debut in films, attend Miami Grand Prix, and contribute to the brand's revenue growth.

30 Apr 2024 12:51 pm