UP T20 League Provides Ideal Bridge To IPL, Says Kashi Rudras Skipper Karan Sharma
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Kashi Rudras captain Karan Sharma feels the UPT20 league has given the states cricketers an unprecedented platform which provides them with crucial match-time and exposure in order to make the cut for big tournaments like the Indian Premier League (IPL). Sharma, who has experience in the IPL ecosystem via spending IPL 2022 and 2023 seasons with Lucknow Super Giants, is amongst those players from the state who have made the cut in heaps for the ten-team league. Absolutely. I extend my gratitude to UPCA and Rajeev Shukla sir. They took an initiative to bring UP T20 to reality because as a player, you need an opportunity and platform to showcase your talent or the skills and hard work you have put in so far. So, it was a thorough process. Like when you came, trials happened. Then you got a chance to play in the state for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. When you do well there, then you get picked in the IPL. But now when UP T20 league comes, every player has got 10 live matches, which are enough in quantity to showcase your talent, calibre and capability. UP has a lot of talent and through this, they got an opportunity in which they can show everything about themselves game wise. So, there is no better opportunity than 10 live matches and I think this has been a good initiative, Sharma told IANS in an exclusive conversation on the sidelines of the league from Kanpur. Crediting the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) for creating a solid structural framework, which is now enhanced by the UP T20 league, Sharma, who hails from Ghaziabad, noted that match-readiness is key for players aiming for higher levels and that the state setup avoids selecting players solely based on net sessions. It has always been good. I never felt that bias towards me. But it is fun thanks to the ecosystem that has been made. I feel that it is a very fair ecosystem because before you play for any board, you get around 8 or 10 matches in which you can show yourself that you deserve that chance in the team or not. So if you ask me as a player, UP has made a very good ecosystem for everything. Every player needs an opportunity and here, this is a clear opportunity for you to show yourself, and express yourself. So it is fun to go and show yourself, to express yourself because sometimes it happens that there are many places where they make a team only from the nets. You don't get a chance then to show yourself as you don't expect that from seeing the nets, what kind of player he will be. When that match comes, you get an opportunity, and only then you know how well that player will perform or not. Before the UP T20 league, the matches of our district were there. Then there are trial matches and games in the camp. So I think a player has played 8-10 matches until he goes to the senior team and plays for UP, whether its age or senior cricket. Until then, he remains ready and its a very good ecosystem, he explained. Reflecting on his time of playing in the IPL and now plying his trade in the UP T20 league, which began in 2023, Sharma stated, It was a very good experience. Obviously, when you are in the IPL, there is a different kind of vibe. There is a different atmosphere and you enjoy it. The first time, I was enjoying it a lot. The players whom I saw on TV, I was playing and sharing the dressing room with them. When that match comes, you get an opportunity, and only then you know how well that player will perform or not. Before the UP T20 league, the matches of our district were there. Then there are trial matches and games in the camp. So I think a player has played 8-10 matches until he goes to the senior team and plays for UP, whether its age or senior cricket. Until then, he remains ready and its a very good ecosystem, he explained. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So, you get mentally trained to tackle that situation. When you are playing in the IPL or for India, I think it trains you on how to play in that pressure and situation. So its almost good, as you get same kind of situations and both the tournaments are fun to play in, he signed off. Article Source: IANS
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Kanpur crash: DGCA flagged safety issues with Tecnam plane
Aviation regulator DGCA had flagged safety issues concerning Tecnam aircraft over a month before a Tecnam P2006T training aircraft crashed in Kanpur on August 27, killing a trainee pilot and an instructor.
Kanpur plane crash: DGCA flagged Tecnam aircraft safety concerns weeks before fatal crash
DGCA Flagged Tecnam Safety Issues Weeks Before Kanpur Crash
Regulator Had Issued Safety Recommendations For Tecnam Aircraft Used By Flying Training Organisations
DGCA flags safety issues with Tecnam aircraft before Kanpur crash
Aviation regulator DGCA had flagged safety issues concerning Tecnam aircraft over a month before a Tecnam P2006T training aircraft crashed in Kanpur on August 27, killing a trainee pilot and an instructor. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had also issued safety recommendations to flying training organisations (FTOs) concerning the Tecnam aircraft and asked them to implement them with immediate effect. According to official communications accessed and reviewed by PTI, the DGCA had at least twice since 2025 flagged concerns over Tecnam planes, primarily used in India for flying training, with FTOs. The latest communication, dated July 10, 2026, circulated safety recommendations issued by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) following the May 12, 2022 crash of a twin-engine Tecnam P2006T, operated by FSTC Flying School Pvt Ltd, at Bhiwani in Haryana. In the email, the regulator advised FTOs to avoid parking Tecnam aircraft on apron/tarmac for prolonged .
DGCA flagged Tecnam safety concerns weeks before fatal Kanpur crash
The DGCA had previously flagged safety concerns regarding Tecnam aircraft. These issues were raised over a month before the recent Kanpur training plane crash. The regulator had issued specific safety recommendations to flying training organizations. These recommendations followed an earlier crash investigation into a Tecnam P2006T. The DGCA advised immediate implementation of these crucial safety measures.
Impact Player Sameer Rizvi: Impact Player Sameer Rizvi delivered a masterclass in power-hitting, smashing an unbeaten 91 off just 39 balls to guide the Kanpur Superstars to a dominant eight-wicket win over the Noida Kings in Match 25 of the UP T20 League 2026. Played in front of an electric home crowd at the historic Green Park Stadium, a venue that has hosted 40 international matches, the victory keeps Kanpur's playoff aspirations firmly alive while handing Noida their second straight defeat. Following his Player of the Match performance, Rizvi revealed that a finger injury sustained earlier in the tournament prevented him from featuring in the starting XI. In our first match, I took a catch and injured my finger. Since then, Ive been having quite a lot of trouble while fielding, Rizvi explained. I told the management that I wanted to play as an Impact Player because whenever the ball hits my finger while fielding, the pain gets worse, and it was also causing problems while batting. So, we decided to use me as an Impact Player. After heavy rains delayed proceedings, the Green Park ground staff produced a swift turnaround to set up a 12-over-a-side contest. Chasing 129, Kanpur suffered early setbacks as both openers fell cheaply, but Rizvi stepped onto the pitch with total clarity of thought. Its important to show intent during the powerplay, Rizvi said. Since it was a 12-over match and the target was around 130, if a team capitalizes on the powerplay, it becomes easier to control the game later. My plan was that because the powerplay was short, whatever runs I could score would help the team as much as possible. Addressing whether the scoreboard pressure affected his game plan, Rizvi stated, No, sir. I was just thinking that I would play my gamethe way I normally playand bat like that till the end. Whether we needed five runs or fifty runs, I had decided on that mindset before going in, and I batted with the same approach. I wasnt thinking about who was at the non-strikers end or whether someone was supporting me; I just believed in myself that I had to score the runs on my own. Rizvi decorated his whirlwind innings with 11 boundaries and five sixes, finding solid support in Abhishek Pandey, who contributed an unbeaten 30 off 17 deliveries to wrap up the chase in just 10.4 overs. Addressing whether the scoreboard pressure affected his game plan, Rizvi stated, No, sir. I was just thinking that I would play my gamethe way I normally playand bat like that till the end. Whether we needed five runs or fifty runs, I had decided on that mindset before going in, and I batted with the same approach. I wasnt thinking about who was at the non-strikers end or whether someone was supporting me; I just believed in myself that I had to score the runs on my own. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Rizvi lauded stand-in skipper Adarsh Singh for his sharp tactical handling during Noida's early assault. He handled things really well. It was a flat wicket, and they got a good start initially. Even after that, he made some really good bowling changes and restricted them to a very low target. His captaincy was quite good. Article Source: IANS
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Kanpur, August 29: In a recent match of the UP T20 League at Green Park Stadium, Abhishek Goswami of Kashi Rudras has been suspended for one match after being found guilty of violating the code of conduct against Noida Kings. Additionally, two other players have been fined. These incidents are related to the 23rd match ... Read more UP T20 League: Abhishek Suspended for One Match, Rishabh and Kunal Fined for Code Violations
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Udupi trainee pilot among two killed in Kanpur training aircraft crash
Abhishek Pujari, who had been undergoing pilot training in Kanpur for the past two-and-a-half years, died along with instructor Sachin Bhatia after a twin-engine aircraft crashed near Ganga Barrage
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A twin-engine training aircraft operated by Garg Aviation crashed near Kanpurs Ganga Barrage, killing instructor Sachin Bhatia and trainee pilot Abhishek Pujari.
Pilot, instructor killed in training aircraft crash in UP
Kanpur: A trainee pilot and an instructor were killed on Thursday, August 27, when a training aircraft crashed in Kanpur along the banks of the Ganga, a senior police official said. The Tecnam aircraft operated by Garg Aviation took off around 11:30 am and crashed about 20 minutes later near Nathapurwa village in the Katri 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 .
Pilot, instructor killed in training aircraft crash in Kanpur
Kanpur, Aug 27: A trainee pilot and an instructor were killed on Thursday when a training aircraft crashed in Kanpur along the banks of Ganga, a senior police official said. The Tecnam aircraft operated by Garg Aviation took off around 11:30 am and crashed about 20 minutes later near Nathapurwa village in the Katri area. The cause of the crash was not immediately known. The civil aviation ministry said the probe agency, AAIB, will investigate the crash and a team of three officials from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) will be visiting the crash site for necessary regulatory oversight and coordination. Citing preliminary information, the ministry in a statement said a Tecnam P2006T twin-engine aircraft, bearing registration VT-NBV, met with an accident, approximately 5 nautical miles from Kanpur Civil Airport near Ganga Barrage. The aircraft was on a training flight in the Local Flying Area of Kanpur civil airport. There were two persons on board, a trainee pilot and an instructor. Both sustained fatal injuries in the accident, the ministry said in a statement. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has been informed and will undertake a detailed investigation into the accident in accordance with the applicable rules. The circumstances and cause of the accident will be determined through the investigation, it said. Commissioner of Police Raghubir Lal told PTI that instructor Sachin Bhatia from Gujarat and trainee pilot Abhishek Pujari from Karnataka died in the crash. Bhatia had around 3,000 hours of flying experience, he said. Police and fire personnel rushed to the site after the crash, cordoned off the area and secured the wreckage as evidence for investigation into the crash, the officer said. Videos from the crash site showed the aircraft reduced to a wreck, with debris scattered around the area. A seat was also seen outside the wreckage, though officials have not confirmed whether the pilots attempted to escape the plane. Commissioner Lal, Additional Commissioners of Police Vipin Tada and Sankalp Sharma and Chief Fire Officer Deepak Sharma went to the spot following the crash. Police said the DGCA will examine the aircraft's airworthiness, maintenance records and other technical aspects. The aircraft, which had been with Garg Aviation Ltd, Kanpur, since 2023, had no maintenance-related deficiencies, the company claimed.
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The Tecnam P2006T aircraft, operated by Kanpur-based Garg Aviation Ltd, crashed in the afternoon near the Ganga Barrage, around five nautical miles from Kanpur Civil Airport
Two pilots die as plane on training flight crashes in Kanpur
Two pilots die as plane on training flight crashes in Kanpur New Delhi: A trainee pilot and flying instructor were killed in a plane crash near Ganga Barrage, approximately 5 nautical miles from Kanpur Civil Airport, on Thursday, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The Tecnam P2006T twin-engine aircraft, bearing [] The post Two pilots die as plane on training flight crashes in Kanpur appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
2 killed as training aircraft crashes in Kanpur
A training aircraft operated by Garg Aviation crashed in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, killing a trainee pilot and an instructor. The Tecnam aircraft went down near Nathapurwa village shortly after take-off. Authorities, including the DGCA, are investigating the cause of the fatal accident.
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Two Pilots Killed as Training Aircraft Crashes Near Ganga in Kanpur
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Training aircraft crashes in Kanpur field, two pilots killed
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BREAKING | Kanpur plane crash: Instructor, trainee killed after aircraft crashes
A four-seater dual-engine training aircraft crashed near the Ganga Barrage in Kanpur on Thursday, killing instructor Sachin Bhatia from Gujarat and trainee Abhishek Pujari from Karnataka. The aircraft had taken off from the Garg Aviation Training Centre shortly before the crash
Pilot, Co-Pilot Killed As Four-Seater Training Aircraft Crashes In Field In Kanpur
Visuals from the crash site showed the aircraft badly mangled, with wreckage strewn across the field.
Kanpur aircraft crash: Instructor, trainee pilot killed as training plane crashes in field
An instructor pilot and a trainee pilot died after a twin-engine aircraft crashed. The four-seater training plane went down in an open field near Kanpur on Thursday. Police confirmed that both individuals on board the aircraft were killed. Further details regarding the aircraft and the cause of the crash are unavailable.
Pilot, co-pilot killed after training aircraft crashes in Kanpur
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A training aircraft crashed near Nattha Purwa village along the Ganga in Kanpur on Thursday afternoon, killing one pilot and leaving another seriously injured.
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UPT20: Gorakhpur Lions Snatch Thrilling Win Over Kanpur Superstars Despite Adarshs Ton
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Gaur Gorakhpur Lions held their nerve in a final-over thriller to pull off a dramatic three-wicket victory over Kanpur Superstars via the DLS Method in a rain-curtailed UP T20 League encounter in Lucknow on Wednesday. The result also meant opener Adarsh Singhs historic century was in vain at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana International Cricket Stadium. Opting to field after winning the toss, Gorakhpur skipper Aryan Juyal found his bowlers under immediate pressure as Adarsh, who played for India in the 2024 U19 Mens Cricket World Cup, dominated from the outset. Displaying exceptional power-hitting, Adarsh struck an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls, laced with three boundaries and nine sixes. His knock marked the first century of UP T20 League season four and the third overall in the tournaments history. Adarshs blitz propelled Kanpur Superstars to a commanding 150/2 in 15.4 overs before heavy rain forced a lengthy stoppage. When play eventually resumed, match officials revised the target to a steep 121 runs from 10 overs. The Lions launched an aggressive pursuit, racing to 73/4 in five overs thanks to a quickfire start from opener Abhay Pratap Singh, who smashed 33 off 17 deliveries. Dot balls soon slowed the momentum, leaving Gorakhpur with the equation of needing 23 runs from the final 12 balls. Nishant Kushwah then turned the match on its head by aggressively targeting pacer Vineet Panwar to extract 17 runs from the penultimate over. When play eventually resumed, match officials revised the target to a steep 121 runs from 10 overs. The Lions launched an aggressive pursuit, racing to 73/4 in five overs thanks to a quickfire start from opener Abhay Pratap Singh, who smashed 33 off 17 deliveries. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Kushwah completed the chase in style by striking a boundary to seal a sensational win with two balls to spare. While Kanpur suffered their sixth loss in seven matches, Gorakhpur registered their third victory. Adarsh was named Player of the Match despite ending on the losing side. Article Source: IANS
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UPT20 League: Speed Can Be Your Friend Or Foe, Accuracy Key To Success, Says Shubham Gautam
Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association: Shubham Gautam, the breakout pacer of the ongoing UP T20 League, believes that express pace can quickly turn from an asset into a handicap without consistency in line and length, as he looks to add more notable performances to his tally in the competition. With his ability to extract steep bounce and hurry batters with express pace, Gautam was picked for Rs 21.5 lakh by Noida Kings after standing out in the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Associations (UPCA) speed hunt, impressing in his recent outing against Lucknow Falcons by returning with figures of 3-22. The pace can be your friend or your foe. You can get a top edge off a fast ball, and it can go for six. But you can also scare the tail-ender with your pace. But a proper batsman doesn't get scared of the pace if the ball goes here or there, then it goes for a six. In that way, many a time the pace can be your friend or your enemy. If you hit the right place, then it's good, Gautam told IANS in an exclusive interaction from Lucknow. Hailing from Dibi village in Bulandshahr district, Gautam adjusted his tactics after a quiet opening game, in which he recorded 0-17 against Kanpur Superstars, to yield immediate results. In the first match, I wasn't playing very well. But in the second match, I was bowling consistently at one place. The captain, Madhav (Kaushik) bhaiya, told me that I have to bowl at one place. So, I bowled and got three wickets. I made this change in the second match from the first game. I used to bowl in local matches, and whichever way I bowled, it was fine. But here, if you bowl here or there and arent consistent, the batters will be hitting you for four or six. So, it's hugely important to bowl at the right place and read the batters well. Gautam's journey started in 2017 when he joined a local academy in Tiwai run by coach Ankit. To maintain his passion and help his family, he actively participated in tennis-ball cricket. I started playing cricket in 2017. So, I started with fast bowling. That's how it was. When I was living in Bulandshahar district, there was a local place called Tiwai where a bowling coach named Ankit bhaiya ran his academy. I joined his academy, and he told me what I had to do. That's how I became a fast bowler. I used to play tennis-ball cricket as well, as it helped me financially. It was important as I had to buy shoes. I had to pay for my diet as well. If I was going out to play and had to pay for accommodation, I used to get help for everything. The financial security from his UP T20 league contract has brought much-needed relief and avenues for personal development. Yes, from the signing amount, I will get a lot of help. Like if I need another coach for myself, that amount can help me with it. Admiring the skills of veteran India seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Gautam revealed his desire to learn swing and accuracy from the senior bowler. Yes, I met him in Lucknow. I couldn't talk much with him. But it felt brilliant as it was my first time meeting an Indian player. I liked it a lot. Everyone is influenced by his bowling. The way bhaiya swings the ball and bowls consistently at one place, you get to learn a lot from him. In UP, Bhuvi bhai is my favourite. Outside of UP, I like Jasprit Bumrah. Outside of India, I like Jofra Archer. I will try to talk a lot more to Bhuvi bhaiya in Kanpur or even on call because I wish to ask him a couple of questions. Transitioning from local grounds to playing in televised games has become a surreal experience for the youngster and his family. It has been good. I have joined the league this year, so it has been good. UP T20 league has a very good atmosphere. So, I am feeling very good. I have seen IPL on TV, so I have joined for the first time. So, I am feeling really great. A lot has changed in my life since the speed hunt. Earlier, I didn't play much. But because of the speed hunt, I came to the UP T20 League. Now, it feels like a lot of people are watching me. I am also appearing on TV and Hotstar, so it feels really wonderful. My family watches my games and says that I have to do better. Everyone watches till 11 or 12 in the night. They watched Tuesdays game as well. Maintaining fitness remains non-negotiable for the express quick. For fitness, the physio and trainers have provided ice baths, pool and drinks for recovery. These are the things which help in fast recovery. They have provided an ice bath for everyone. Our trainer provides an ice bath whenever the game is done in the evening, especially if it's an afternoon game. Speaking about the team culture at Noida Kings, Gautam added, It's been good. The team atmosphere is good. A lot of people support me. They tell me to do what I have been doing. There will be a change of conditions in going from Lucknow to Kanpur. I will follow the coaches' advice on what to do there. Gratified by the opportunity, Gautam extended his appreciation to the UPCA and tournament organisers while encouraging other aspiring pacers to never give up. If I bowl well here, then it's God's will to see whether I get selected or not and take me to a higher level. But I can't put into words how much this platform means to me. Speaking about the team culture at Noida Kings, Gautam added, It's been good. The team atmosphere is good. A lot of people support me. They tell me to do what I have been doing. There will be a change of conditions in going from Lucknow to Kanpur. I will follow the coaches' advice on what to do there. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I would like to say to keep going because God does watch those efforts. I stayed connected to cricket, and then speed hunt came along, and I got a chance to play in the UP T20 league. By seeing me, I hope other boys will also get a chance to play the tournament, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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