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T20 WC: West Indies Vs Nepal, USA Vs Namibia - Match Previews
ICC T20 World Cup: West Indies would look to seal their top spot in Group C and register a hat-trick of wins when they face minnows Nepal at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. The crucial match will start at 11:00 AM. On the other hand, Nepal would be hoping to end their quest for the first World Cup win and make a comeback after back-to-back losses in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. West Indies started their tournament on a high note with a 35-run win against Scotland. The 2016 champions continued the momentum in their next match, when they beat two-time champions England by 30 runs. The Nepal cricket team posed a great challenge to England in their opening match before falling short narrowly by just 4 runs. However, Rohit Poudel's team went off the track in the next match against Italy, where they suffered a crushing 10-wicket loss. Now they will be hoping to put their campaign back on the rails against the West Indies. Squads: Nepal: Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh(wk), Rohit Paudel(c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Lokesh Bam, Gulsan Jha, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sompal Kami, Sundeep Jora, Sher Malla, Basir Ahamad West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope(wk/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Johnson Charles, Matthew Forde, Jayden Seales, Quentin Sampson Head-to-head record between Nepal and the West Indies Total matches played: 3 Nepal won: 2 West Indies won: 1 Performance of both teams in their last 5 matches Nepal: W, W, W, L, L West Indies :L, L, W, W, W 26th Match: USA vs Namibia, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai 3:00 PM The United States of America (USA) would like to end their campaign with a win and give them an outside chance to grab the Super 8 spot when they face Namibia in their last group stage match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. Namibia will look to register their first win in the ongoing tournament after suffering two losses at the start. Namibia first went down to the Netherlands, who registered a seven-wicket win, and then the defending champions handed them their second defeat in Group A. The USA started their campaign against India, where their bowlers stunned the defending champions at the start, reducing them to 77/6. But Suryakumar Yadav hammered an unbeaten 84, and the Indian bowlers then struggled against the US batters and won by 29 runs. In the second match, Pakistan beat them easily by 32 runs. Monank Patel's team then made a comeback in the third match and registered their biggest win in the tournament by beating the opposition with a margin of 93 runs. Squads: Namibia: Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Zane Green (wk), Malan Kruger, Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Max Heingo, Dylan Leicher, Jack Brassell, Jan Balt, Willem Myburgh USA: Monank Patel (wk/c), Shayan Jahangir, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Shubham Ranjane, Milind Kumar, Harmeet Singh, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Nosthush Kenjige, Ali Khan, Shehan Jayasuriya, Ehsan Adil, Saurabh Netravalkar, Andries Gous Namibia vs USA Head-to-Head record: Total matches played: 2 Namibia won: 0 USA Won: 2 Performance of both teams in their last 5 matches USA Won: 2 Also Read: Live Cricket Score USA : W, W, L, L, W Article Source: IANS
ISL 2025-26: Focus On Consistency, Defensive Setup As Bengaluru FC Set Tone For The New Season
All India Football Federation: As they get ready for the season that starts on Saturday, former winners Bengaluru FC will continue to emphasise the club's core principles of consistency, defensive organisation, and a proactive attacking approach this season in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26. The league was hurriedly arranged by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on being prodded by the Supreme Court, as the federation engaged in legal battles over the rights to run the league and broadcast it. The club's preparations over the past weeks have centred on fitness and strengthening on-field chemistry within the squad, the club's top brass informed when Bengaluru FC addressed the media in their Season Opener Press Conference held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday. With this, the club set the tone for their upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) campaign. The players will be focused on the clubs strategic roadmap for the season, highlighting squad preparedness and overall objectives. Head Coach Renedy Singh and forward Ryan Williams spoke about the teams pre-season work, the mindset within the squad, and expectations heading into the opening fixture on 15 February against Sporting Club Delhi. The club emphasised its focus on consistency, defensive organisation, and a proactive attacking approach this season. Preparations over the past weeks have centred on fitness and strengthening on-field chemistry within the squad. Speaking about the teams build-up to the season and the approach going into the campaign, Renedy Singh stressed the importance of balance and focus. The players have worked very hard over the past few weeks and are fully prepared for the challenge ahead. Its a 13-match season, but our focus is on taking it one game at a time, starting from tomorrow. Football is about maintaining the right balance - we want to attack with intent but also defend as a unit. The whole team will contribute in both phases, and thats what I expect from the players, he said on Saturday. Sharing his thoughts on the squad environment and the excitement around the opener, Ryan Williams highlighted the mood within the camp. Theres a real sense of excitement in the group. Weve been waiting a long time to get back out there, especially in front of our fans, at home. The environment within the squad is very positive, and when youre happy and confident off the pitch, it reflects on the performances. Everyone is motivated and ready to give their best from the very first match, said Williams. The press conference also saw discussions around the importance of home support, key fixtures in the season, and the clubs long-term competitive targets. BFC Fixtures -- League Phase: February 2026 15 Feb: Bengaluru FC vs Sporting Club Delhi 7:30 PM (Sree Kanteerava Stadium) 22 Feb: Bengaluru FC vs NorthEast United FC 5:00 PM (Sree Kanteerava Stadium) 27 Feb: Bengaluru FC vs Punjab FC 7:30 PM (Sree Kanteerava Stadium) March 2026 7 Mar: Mohammedan SC vs Bengaluru FC 5:00 PM 14 Mar: Bengaluru FC vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant 7:30 PM (Sree Kanteerava Stadium) 22 Mar: Inter Kashi vs Bengaluru FC 7:30 PM April 2026 4 Apr: FC Goa vs Bengaluru FC 7:30 PM 11 Apr: Bengaluru FC vs Kerala Blasters FC 7:30 PM (Sree Kanteerava Stadium) 16 Apr: East Bengal FC vs Bengaluru FC 7:30 PM 25 Apr: Bengaluru FC vs Mumbai City FC 5:00 PM (Sree Kanteerava Stadium) May 2026 4 May: Odisha FC vs Bengaluru FC 7:30 PM May 2026 Also Read: Live Cricket Score TBD - Chennaiyin FC vs Bengaluru FC TBD Article Source: IANS
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From Chessboard To Timepiece: Gukesh Dommaraju Is Titan Of The Year 2026
Extending its philosophy of Indian in spirit, global in execution , Titan Watches has announced the second edition of Titan of the Year, a platform that celebrates individuals whose journeys challenge convention, set new benchmarks of mastery, and contribute to Indias growing global stature. The 2026 edition honours Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju, the youngest world chess champion in history, at just 18. From becoming the third-youngest grandmaster (2006) to winning gold at the Chess Olympiad (2022) and becoming the youngest-ever Khel Ratna Awardee (2025), his journey is defined by fearless strategy, calm precision, and sustained excellence at the highest level. Recently named Titan of the Year by Titan, the Chennai-born prodigy now has a timepiece inspired by his successan exclusive 500-piece limited-edition timepiece launched in Mumbai. Explaining Titans decision to honour Gukesh after Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, Rahul Shukla, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Titan Watches, says, Gukesh was a natural choice for Titan as he represents a new generation of Indian achievers succeeding on global stages, and his achievements aligned with the brands Made in India narrative. Like Rakesh Sharma, he embodies global impact, domain excellence, intellectual curiosity, and values such as integrity and humility, core criteria for the Titan of the Year platform. Speaking about the special timepiece dedicated to the youngest world chess champion, Sharma shares, The watch translates chess strategy into horology through a marquetry dial in tiger eye and black agate, indices inspired by chess pieces, and a rotor engraved with a Grandmaster Knight and Gukeshs milestone. Limited to 500 pieces and powered by an in-house automatic movement, it reflects precision, discipline, and collectability. We quizzed the world champion on timekeeping and his game. What is the relationship between chess and timekeeping? The core connection is making good decisions within a short period of time. Chess has evolved significantly over the past few years, and time management has become a crucial part of the game. In that sense, I relate a lot to Titan watches. They put a great deal of intent and thought behind every watch they create, just like I do in my games. Whats your game style: quick response or slow and calculated? In chess terms, Im known as a slow player, very calculative and thoughtful, with each move. Of course, there has to be a balance between the depth of thought and the time available. I dont think one fully masters that balance; its a work in progress for me. Your style is sometimes compared to Anatoly Karpovs. Whats your view? Every player is different, and the era in which Karpov played was very different from today. I wouldnt really compare myself to anyone across eras. That said, without players like Karpov, we wouldnt be playing chess the way we do today. We all grew up studying their games. Who are your role models? Viswanathan Anand sir, will always remain my biggest role model. What makes him so special is that he transformed the chess ecosystem in Indiahe put India on the world chess map. Beyond just being a role model, he has taken it upon himself to develop the next generation of players through the Westbridge Anand Chess Academy. I joined as a student and am now part of the academy. Many young players benefit from it, and he is always available to discuss anything related to our games. Having someone as experienced as Anand sir adds immense value. Is This Titan's Most Expensive Watch Priced At 40.5 Lakh? You replaced Viswanathan Anand as Indias number one chess player after 37 years. How does that feel? He is still the greatest chess player India has ever had, and I wouldnt compare myself to him at all. Even statistically, Ive won the world championship once, while he has won it five times. As a chess player, what are your immediate and long-term plans? This year is extremely important for me with the Chess Olympiad and the World Championship coming up. My entire focus is on those events. Over the next three to five years, I see myself becoming a much stronger and more complete chess player. I need to work on my weaker areas, such as time management and positional decision-making, while continuing to improve my strengths.
Chennaiyin FC Name 29-man Squad For ISL 2025-26
Midfielder Mohammed Ali Bemammer: Chennaiyin FC have announced a 29-man squad for the Indian Super League 2025-26 season. The Marina Machans will begin their campaign with four consecutive away fixtures, starting with a clash against Mumbai City FC on February 19. New signings Imran Khan and Alberto Noguera will don the numbers 7 and 14, respectively, this season. Midfielder Mohammed Ali Bemammer has been handed the 66 shirt, while centre-back Eduardo Kau will wear number 33. Spaniard Inigo Martin is set to lead the line in the iconic number 10 jersey. There are a few notable changes from last season as well, with Irfan Yadwad switching to number 24. Jitendra Singh has opted for the number 3 shirt, while Lalrinliana Hnamte moves from 22 to 8. Between the sticks, Chennaiyin enter the season with Mohammad Nawaz, Samik Mitra, and Devansh Dabas offering healthy competition and depth, while the defensive unit blends leadership, athleticism, and versatility across the backline. The Marina Machans will look to build on a core of key players from last campaign who understand the demands of the league, complemented by fresh additions who bring physical presence and composure in equal measure. The clubs six foreign professionals add experience and variety across defence and attack, with Daniel Chima Chukwu returning after a campaign in which he made 24 appearances. Irfan, Chennaiyins top appearance-maker last season with 25 outings, will once again be central to the sides attacking thrust, supported by a midfield group that offers creativity, energy, and balance in equal measure. The squad also reflects Chennaiyins continued trust in players developed within the clubs system. Prakadeswaran S and Jahangir Ahmad Shagoo have been promoted to the senior team, while Vivek S retains his place in the first-team setup. Full squad Goalkeepers: Samik Mitra, Mohammad Nawaz, Devansh Dabas Defenders: PC Laldinpuia, Elsinho Dias, Ankit Mukherjee, Madar Rao Dessai, Pritam Kotal, Vignesh D, Laldinliana Renthlei, Raj Basfore, Eduardo Kau, Jahangir Ahmad Shagoo Goalkeepers: Samik Mitra, Mohammad Nawaz, Devansh Dabas Also Read: Live Cricket Score Forwards: Imran Khan, Inigo Martin, Gurkirat Singh, Irfan Yadwad, Daniel Chima Chukwu, Vivek S, Prakadeswaran S Article Source: IANS
Afghanistan's travelling contingent for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 suffered a major scare while in Delhi. A member of the coaching staff suffered a heart attack and had to undergo surgery for the same. The incident comes just days after the Rashid Khan led side lost to South Africa in a double super over thriller. As per Mumbai Mirror, the staff was performance analyst KC Rama Subramanian. He experienced symptoms on Wednesday and was rushed to the hospital. Subramanian subsequently underwent an angioplasty surgery at Fortis Hospital in New Delhi. In today's Mumbai Mirror! pic.twitter.com/bFAlzI9NVN Gaurav Gupta (@toi_gauravG) February 14, 2026 Fortunately for the performance analyst, he was given prompt treatment and has now successfully completed the procedure. Subramanian is based out of Chennai and has been part of the Afghanistan set up for almost 3 years. He has also had stints in the TNPL, KPL and T10. VIDEO: Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz In TEARS After Double Super Over Against South Africa In ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Thriller Subramanian's health episode comes after their gut-wrenching double super over loss to South Africa in Ahmedabad. Afghanistan tied the game at 187 and lost out in the second super over, having came so close to delivering an upset. The defeat leaves the Rashid Khan led side on the verge of an exit, needing a miracle from the other teams to qualify ahead of unbeaten New Zealand and South Africa.
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T20 World Cup: After anchoring the innings with a superb 79 to power USA to 196/6 against the Netherlands in a Group A clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Saiteja Mukkamalla said playing in front of a packed crowd at Chepauk was a childhood dream fulfilled. Mukkamallas 51-ball 79, studded with five fours and four sixes, laid the foundation for USAs imposing total after they were asked to bat first. Displaying composure through the middle overs and accelerating at the right time, the right-hander ensured his side seized control of the contest. Reflecting on the opportunity to perform on a big stage, Mukkamalla said, It's always a great opportunity to represent the USA, and I just wanted to come out here and enjoy it, especially at this venue. I've always watched (matches at Chepauk) growing up, so I just wanted to come out and express myself. The batter also spoke about the atmosphere at the iconic Chennai venue and what it meant to him personally. It's incredible. As you know, playing in India is an incredible feeling, and just being here today in front of thousands was something that I dreamt of as a kid, he said. Despite his fluent knock, Mukkamalla admitted that batting was not entirely straightforward on the surface, particularly early in the innings when the ball offered assistance to the bowlers. The batter also spoke about the atmosphere at the iconic Chennai venue and what it meant to him personally. It's incredible. As you know, playing in India is an incredible feeling, and just being here today in front of thousands was something that I dreamt of as a kid, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score His assessment proved accurate as the USAs bowlers backed up the strong batting effort to secure a comprehensive victory. But it was Mukkamallas composed and calculated innings under pressure that set the tone, combining awareness of conditions with fearless strokeplay at a venue he grew up admiring. Article Source: IANS
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Chennai: Young Saiteja Mukkamalla struck a classy half-century, while left-arm spinner Harmeet Singh bowled with heart and precision as the United States defeated the Netherlands by 93 runs to secure their first win after two defeats in the T20 World Cup here on Friday. Mukkamallas blistering 79 off 51 balls, studded with five fours and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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T20 WC: Netherlands Ask USA To Bat, Netravalkar Misses
Chennai Super Kings Academy: Netherlands won the toss and elected to bowl against the USA in their Group A match of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. The Americans have endured a tough start to the tournament. After pushing India in a competitive opener in Mumbai, they were comprehensively beaten by Pakistan in Colombo. With two defeats already on the board, another loss would effectively end their hopes of progressing to the Super Eight stage, making this a must-win encounter for Monank Patel and his side. The Netherlands, meanwhile, arrive with momentum after a commanding seven-wicket victory over Namibia. Bas de Leede starred with a fine all-round performance, claiming two key wickets to help restrict Namibia to 156 before anchoring the chase with a fluent 72. The Dutch side will also draw confidence from their preparation in Chennai, having trained at the Chennai Super Kings Academy for a week recently, as well as from their dominant head-to-head record against the USA, which includes three consecutive T20I wins. Winning the toss, Dutch captain Scott Edwards said, We're going to bowl first. It's obviously quite a good wicket by the looks of it. We don't know about the dew factor later on tonight. Obviously, it's a little bit different, maybe how the ball comes on a bit later. But, you know, we pride ourselves on being good at adjusting to those sorts of things. We've got Kyle Klein coming in for Tim. Yeah, obviously, you know, things change over the years. I think we played them a year or two ago. But, you know, for us, it's just playing that good template all the time. We feel like we've been playing some of it. Meanwhile, USA skipper Monank Patel said, We would have bowled first too. We don't mind batting first. It's important that we get a good score. It's very important to get in and then play fearless cricket. There were some soft dismissals in the first two games. It's important to be a good fielding side. We have three changes. Sai, Nosh, and there's one more coming in. Playing XIs: Meanwhile, USA skipper Monank Patel said, We would have bowled first too. We don't mind batting first. It's important that we get a good score. It's very important to get in and then play fearless cricket. There were some soft dismissals in the first two games. It's important to be a good fielding side. We have three changes. Sai, Nosh, and there's one more coming in. Also Read: Live Cricket Score USA: Monank Patel (c), Shayan Jahangir (wk), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Shubham Ranjane, Harmeet Singh, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Nosthush Kenjige, Ali Khan Article Source: IANS
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Chennai Super Kings: Rajasthan Royals have appointed Riyan Parag as their new captain for the IPL 2026 season, marking the beginning of a fresh chapter for one of the leagues original franchises. The announcement comes after former skipper Sanju Samson was traded to Chennai Super Kings ahead of the auction, bringing an end to his four-season tenure at the helm. A total of seven captains have led Rajasthan Royals since 2008, guiding the franchise to one IPL title and six knockout appearances. Interestingly, only Australians and Indians have captained the side in the tournaments history. Rajasthan Royals leadership story began with the late Shane Warne, who guided a young and relatively inexperienced squad to the inaugural IPL title in 2008. Across four seasons (20082011), Warne captained the side in 56 matches, winning 31, and shaped the franchises fearless, youth-focused identity. He held the record for most wins as Royals captain until it was broken in IPL 2025. Rahul Dravid succeeded him in 2012 at the age of 39, carrying forward the culture Warne had built. Dravid led the Royals to a third-place finish in 2013 and to the Champions League final that year. With 23 wins in 40 matches (57.50%), he remains the franchises most successful captain by win percentage and later returned as head coach ahead of IPL 2025. The captaincy then passed through Shane Watson, who led the side to the playoffs in 2015, and Ajinkya Rahane, who steered the team to a fourth-place finish in IPL 2018. Steve Smith later took charge, winning 15 of his 27 matches and ranking second to Dravid in win percentage among Royals captains. Sanju Samson assumed leadership in 2021 and became the franchises most successful captain in terms of total wins, leading the side in 67 matches and winning 33. He guided Rajasthan to the IPL final in 2022, their first since 2008, and two playoff appearances overall. In 2025, Samson surpassed Warnes records for most matches and most wins as Royals skipper. His subsequent trade to the Chennai Super Kings marks a new phase for the franchise as it heads into IPL 2026. Parag is familiar with leadership roles. In IPL 2025, the 23-year-old served as the stand-in captain for the Royals during their first three matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Chennai Super Kings, while Samson was recovering from injury and only cleared to bat. When Parag led the team against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23, 2025, he became the youngest captain in Rajasthan Royals history and the fifth-youngest in IPL overall. In IPL 2025, he captained eight matches, achieving two wins and six losses. Parag is familiar with leadership roles. In IPL 2025, the 23-year-old served as the stand-in captain for the Royals during their first three matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Chennai Super Kings, while Samson was recovering from injury and only cleared to bat. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As the Royals gear up for a new season with new leadership, attention will be on whether Parag can balance the clubs tradition of supporting youth with the consistency needed to win another title, 18 years after their first. Article Source: IANS
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US-based semiconductor firm KLA has signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to invest $400 million (about 3,600 crore) to set up a global R&D and innovation campus in Chennai.
T20 WC: Hopefully UAE Tweaks A Few Things With Ball To Get A Better Result, Says Sharafu
Arun Jaitley Stadium: UAE batter Alishan Sharafu said his sides batting unit took confidence from their opening performance at the World Cup, even though they fell to a ten-wicket defeat to New Zealand and hoped for a few tweaks with the ball to come good to get a better result against Canada at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday. Sharafu and Muhammad Waseem hit fifties to power UAE to 173 against New Zealand, but the Blackcaps chased down the total with ten wickets in hand in a stunning chase in Chennai. UAE now need a win over Canada to open their account in the Group D points table. Personally, it was an ideal start for us as a batting unit, and we were quite happy with our first-innings total. However, they came out swinging, and it was unfortunate to end up on the losing side. It was a decent start with the bat, and hopefully, we can tweak a few things with the ball to get a better result today, Sharafu said to broadcasters ahead of the match. He also highlighted his partnership with skipper Muhammad Waseem as a key factor in UAEs batting plans. We've batted together quite a lot, so we complement each other well and I really enjoy my time out there with him. The plan was simple: maintain positive intent during the powerplay, then try to bat as deep as possible to cash in at the end. I got out in the 15th over, but he stayed out there throughout the innings, which was key for us. Sharafu said his stint in the International League T20 (ILT20) gave him valuable exposure against top bowlers. Playing in the ILT20 a couple of months ago helped a lot because we've faced most of these bowlers before. The plan was simple: maintain positive intent during the powerplay, then try to bat as deep as possible to cash in at the end. I got out in the 15th over, but he stayed out there throughout the innings, which was key for us. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Looking ahead, Sharafu stressed the importance of keeping his approach simple. I just try to enjoy my batting. I fancy taking my chances early in the powerplay, and once that's over, I wait for the balls that are there to be put away. I keep it as simple as possible - go out there and have some fun, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
TVK will form the next government in Tamil Nadu, says Vijay
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay declared his party a 100 per cent pure force at a high-security rally, vowing to form the government and fulfill people's aspirations. He criticized the ruling DMK for alleged misgovernance and law and order issues, promising clean administration. The event saw stringent security measures following a past tragedy.
ICCS Cricket 4 Good Initiative Brings Young Fans Closer To T20 WC Stars
Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground: The ICCs Cricket 4 Good initiative, in collaboration with UNICEF, has delivered a series of cricket clinics during the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026, engaging young fans across multiple locations as part of the ICCs global community outreach programme. Delivered alongside the tournament and featuring teams participating in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026, the clinics provided children with opportunities to engage directly with international players, develop cricketing skills and experience the confidence, joy and life values that sport brings. The sessions reflect the ICCs commitment to harnessing the power and reach of cricket to create a positive and lasting impact on children and families worldwide. At the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the Cricket 4 Good clinic with Team India offered children a memorable and immersive cricketing experience. They participated in interactive on-field activities, learned basic cricket skills, and engaged closely with the players during a special meet-and-greet session. The clinic also included photo opportunities and informal interactions, giving the young fans a rare chance to connect with their heroes and experience the values of teamwork, confidence and sportsmanship first-hand. The Mumbai venue also hosted a Cricket 4 Good clinic with Team USA, England, West Indies & Nepal where children participated in cricket-based activities and enjoyed meet-and-greet interactions with the players. In Chennai, the Cricket 4 Good programme featured clinics with Afghanistan players at High Performance Centre, and with New Zealand players at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Players from both teams spent time playing cricket with children and engaging in informal interactions, with the New Zealand clinic also welcoming specially-abled children, reflecting the initiatives inclusive focus. The clinics continued at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, where children connected with the Italy team through cricket-based activities, and at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, where young fans interacted with Namibia, enjoying the opportunity to play cricket and spend time with the players. In Chennai, the Cricket 4 Good programme featured clinics with Afghanistan players at High Performance Centre, and with New Zealand players at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Players from both teams spent time playing cricket with children and engaging in informal interactions, with the New Zealand clinic also welcoming specially-abled children, reflecting the initiatives inclusive focus. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Through Cricket 4 Good, the ICC and UNICEF continue to leverage the platform of ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 while also working with local community organisations and partners to deliver activities that extend beyond tournaments, creating lasting and meaningful impact for children and families around the world. Article Source: IANS
With 33 donors, January 2026 sets a record in deceased organ donations in T.N.
Significantly, the maximum contributor was a peripheral medical college hospital Government Dharmapuri Medical College Hospital which functions as a Non-Transplant Organ Retrieval Centre (NTORC)
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's government announced a Rs 5,000 'Special Summer Grant' for 1.31 crore beneficiaries under the Kalaignar Urimai Thogai scheme. Leader of Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticized the move as an election-time cash transfer driven by fear of electoral defeat, questioning its timing and the government's credibility.
T20 WC: Ireland Captain Paul Stirling Ruled Out Of The Tournament Due To Injury
The T20 World Cup Event: The Ireland cricket team has been dealt a massive blow as their captain, Paul Stirling, has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup 2026 due to an injury he suffered during the team's first match in the tournament, played against Australia at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Wednesday. Cricket Ireland confirmed the captain's exit on Friday. The T20 World Cup Event Technical Committee have approved a replacement player for Stirling, with uncapped youngster Sam Topping joining Ireland's 15-player squad with immediate effect. Paul Stirling underwent an assessment and a scan after the Australian match, which has subsequently revealed ligament damage; as such, he has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup. Paul will shortly return home for rest and rehabilitation, ahead of the home summer, Graeme West, Director of High Performance at Cricket Ireland, said in a statement. To replace Paul, we have called up Sam Topping, who is able to provide immediate cover as he is a short flight away in Chennai. Sam has been with the Northern Knights training squad and has been playing and training in similar conditions to Sri Lanka. The skill set he offers provides cover across a number of areas within the squad, which is important as Ben Calitz is also carrying a knock to his hand after the last match, it added. Topping is a left-handed opening batter who last year featured for Ireland A in their four-day match against Afghanistan A in Abu Dhabi. Stirling was fielding at cover in the 7th over of the first innings against Australia when he dived high to his right to take a spectacular catch to dismiss Josh Inglis. However, as he came down, he landed on the point of his knee on an area of hard ground. Going into the second innings, Stirling advised team management he felt he was able to bat and walked out to open with Ross Adair. On the first ball, Stirling dug out a full-length ball on leg stump to wide mid on and set off for a single. As he took a few steps, his knee buckled and despite successfully struggling to complete the single in obvious pain, the skipper was forced to retire hurt. Going into the second innings, Stirling advised team management he felt he was able to bat and walked out to open with Ross Adair. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, Ireland had a poor start to the tournament as they suffered a massive 67-run defeat against the 2021 World Cup champions in their campaign opener. The team will now face Oman in their next group stage match to be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) on Saturday. Article Source: IANS
Shops allotted to 300 vendors on Marina Beach
The process was carried out under the supervision of former Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court N. Paul Vasanthakumar, with the support of an Adhoc Committee comprising Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) officials led by Commissioner J. Kumaragurubaran
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin preemptively disbursed Rs 5,000 to 1.31 crore women under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme, countering alleged attempts by Delhi-based forces to halt payments. He promised to increase the monthly aid to Rs 2,000 in the next government term, expressing confidence in retaining power.
Natco Pharma receives USFDA EIR report for API unit in Chennai
Further, the Company has received the EIR (Establishment Inspection Report) from the USFDA on the classification of the above-referred inspection as Voluntary Action Indicated (VAI).
IIT-M researchers develop VR tool to quantify surgeons laparoscopic skills
Stalin opens 96cr Korukkupet flyover
Amit Shah to visit Trichy this evening
BJP ropes in RSS-backed Varahe Analytics to chalk out poll plans
ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Full Match Schedule For February 13
The ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 will feature three group matches on February 13: Australia vs Zimbabwe in Colombo, Canada vs UAE in Delhi, and USA vs Netherlands in Chennai. Australia aim to continue their strong start, while Canada and UAE seek their first win. The Netherlands look competitive, and the USA hope to rebound.
Unfazed by vendor boycott, GCC allots 300 stalls at Marina via lots
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