Mandhana's Record-breaking Feats A Result Of 'relentless Discipline', Says RCB Coach Rangarajan
Dubai International Cricket Stadium: India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana becoming the leading run-scorer and century hitter in women's international cricket is the direct result of her relentless discipline and unwavering standards, said Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Malolan Rangarajan on Friday. While playing a knock of 124 in the Womens Asia Cup game against Hong Kong China at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Smriti surpassed former national captain Mithali Raj's career mark of 10,868 runs across all formats to become the leading run-getter in womens international cricket. She also went past Meg Lanning for the record for the most centuries hit in women's international cricket. Smriti, 30, also leads RCB in the Women's Premier League (WPL), having captained the franchise to two titles while scoring 1,023 runs in 35 innings. What stands out about Smriti isnt just the runs - its the sheer consistency of showing up, series after series, at the very top of her game for so many years. Ive watched her understanding of the sport deepen year on year; shes never stood still as a batter or as a leader. Reaching this milestone doesnt happen by accident - its the product of relentless discipline and the standards she holds herself to, day in and day out. Rangarajan said in a statement by the franchise. Teammates echoed Rangarajan's sentiment, pointing to Smriti's leadership and preparation as key factors behind her record-breaking achievement. Smriti has always been someone you can look up to, both as a player and as a captain. The way she prepares, the way she handles pressure and the confidence she gives everyone around her makes such a difference to the team. This record is a huge achievement, but for us, it is also a reflection of the person and leader we get to have in our dressing room, said Indias seam-bowling all-rounder Arundhati Reddy. Teammates echoed Rangarajan's sentiment, pointing to Smriti's leadership and preparation as key factors behind her record-breaking achievement. Smriti has always been someone you can look up to, both as a player and as a captain. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories She brings so much calmness and clarity to the team, and she leads by example with the way she approaches the game. To see her become the leading run-scorer in international cricket is a very proud moment for all of us at RCB and Indian cricket. Article Source: IANS
Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has made his return to television hosting after a decade with Bigg Boss Bangla Season 3. In a rare move for the popular reality television franchise, a former cricket superstar has stepped into the role of host, with Ganguly taking charge of the Bengali edition that returned to television after nearly ten years. Speaking exclusively about his new role as the host of Bigg Boss Bangla, Ganguly opened up about his association with the franchise and his experience of working with Endemol Shine India for the first time. He said, I have watched the Bigg Boss journey over the years and seen how the franchise has grown across languages and reached audiences around the world. Bigg Boss Bangla has its own very passionate audience and getting to host its return after a decade with this Season, while working with Endemol Shine India for the first time, makes this experience even more exciting. Gangulys association with Bigg Boss Bangla also marks his return to television hosting after 10 years. The former cricketer has been associated with several television projects over the years, but his latest stint sees him enter the world of reality television through one of Indias most recognised entertainment franchises. The Bigg Boss format has been adapted across multiple Indian languages and has traditionally featured hosts predominantly from the Hindi and regional film industries. Gangulys appointment therefore marks a notable departure from the franchises usual choice of hosts, bringing a prominent sports personality into the reality television space. Bigg Boss Bangla Season 3 premiered on Star Jalsha on August 30. The latest season features a diverse group of contestants from the Bengali entertainment industry and other fields. The lineup includes actors Monami Ghosh, Bharat Kaul, Srijla Guha, Sonamoni Saha and Sohini Paul, along with sports personality Dipendu Biswas. Influencers, music personalities and other known names are also part of the season. With Ganguly at the helm, Bigg Boss Bangla Season 3 brings together the former cricketers television presence and the established format of the reality show. His return to hosting after a decade adds another dimension to the latest edition as the Bengali franchise begins a new chapter with its return to television. Also Read: Sourav Ganguly praises Rajkummar Rao in the first look of Dada, thanks fans for the birthday wishes
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Lisa Keightley Named CA Development Lead, WPL Role With MI In Doubt
Lisa Keightley: Former Australian cricketer Lisa Keightley has been named as Cricket Australia's national development lead and will be responsible for the development of the women's game. Keightley has previously been Australia and England's head coach, serving in the role for the Australian women's side from June 2007 to May 2008. She worked with the England women's team as the head coach from January 2020 to August 2022. However, her appointment to the CA development role puts her future with the Mumbai Indians at the Women's Premier League in doubt. The former Aussie cricketer is currently serving as the head coach of Sydney Thunder in the WBBL, MI in the WPL and MI London in the Women's Hundred. As per Cricinfo, she is set to continue as head coach of the Thunder side, but is likely to step down from her role with the MI franchise in the WPL. Moreover, her job in the Hundred is yet to be determined. Keightley took over as the head coach of the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side in September 2025, taking over from Charlotte Edwards, who went on to become the England head coach. Under Edwards, MI won both of their WPL titles in 2023 and 2025. On taking over as the CA development lead, Keightley highlighted that she was excited to be named in the job. I'm really excited to take on this role and contribute to the future of Australian cricket, Keightley said. I've been fortunate to work with players and coaches at all levels of the game, and one thing I've learned is how important strong pathways and guidance are in helping talent grow and thrive. Keightley took over as the head coach of the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side in September 2025, taking over from Charlotte Edwards, who went on to become the England head coach. Under Edwards, MI won both of their WPL titles in 2023 and 2025. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Meanwhile, head of national development at the CA, Sonya Thompson, welcomed Keightley in the role. We're delighted to welcome Lisa back to Australian cricket Lisa brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked across international, domestic and pathway programs throughout her coaching career. She's passionate about developing people and helping players reach their potential, and that makes her a great fit for this role, she said. Article Source: IANS
Abhishek Banerjee is all set to return as Compounder in Mirzapur The Movie, and the audience is eagerly waiting for it, especially after his character became an integral part of the series. As the film releases in theatres today, Banerjee opened up about Mirzapur's depiction of violence and the glorification of brutality, censorship and its switch from OTT to the big screens. While Mirzapur has gained a strong fan following for its violence and brutal language, Abhishek believes that the audience understands the difference between fiction and reality. Critics said the same thing for Sholay, Animal and Dhurandhar. Whenever there is violence on screen, it will happen. But the reality is that whatever we see on screen is an inspiration from life. And trust me, a lot more gruesome violence is happening on the streets, he said while responding to the criticism that the franchise glorifies violence. He added, This is just a depiction of a fictitious world, fictitious characters. And as I said, thats supposed to be for fun. And audiences are smart enough to learn what they want to. Its completely subjective how an audience watches a film. And I dont think film causes violence. Its always the other way around. Its because theres so much violence in the world. In films, we have to depict that with as much honesty as we can. Banerjee also opened up about censorship and the freedom that the big screens will offer. You cant get the same freedom you have in OTT. When we started shooting the film, we all were aware of it. So, we tried to use the cuss words as little as possible in various scenes. We definitely had to compromise. But it wont really matter when you see the film, he stated. He emphasises that the film will spark nostalgia as it brings back original characters. What the audience is going to love is the reunion of the characters. People are back from the dead and theres a bouquet of fresh characters. Its just nostalgia and fun. It has always been pure fun, he shared. The franchise marks a switch from the OTT space to the big screens. Abhishek agrees that the biggest risk is the box office. Box office is all about risk, no matter who the actor or director is. I think no big film can guarantee a box-office hit. That is the nature of business. Its a gamble, but a good gamble to play. Risk toh isme bhi hai ki aap sapna dekhe aur woh sapna pura naa ho. Its okay to fail. The entire industry is trying... we are just trying to make good films, he concluded. For Abhishek, Mirzapur The Movie marks yet another biggie after his successful stints in hit franchises including Stree and Dream Girl. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, Mirzapur The Movie releases in theatres today. Also Read: Ali Fazal reveals how Jiu-Jitsu helped him prepare for Guddu Bhaiya in Mirzapur: The Movie; says, It helped me with learning how to move like an animal
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Mirzapur: The Movie has hit theatres on September 4, bringing the popular crime drama franchise to the big screen. The film reunites Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit and Divyenndu as Munna Tripathi, along with several familiar faces from the series. The cast also includes Shweta Tripathi, Rasika Dugal, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Harshita Gaur, Abhishek Banerjee, Ravi Kishan and Jitendra Kumar.
Abhishek Banerjee defends Mirzapur's depiction of violence, mentions Sholay and Dhurandhar
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Akshay Kumars Heyy Babyy Sequel to Return to Australia Nearly 20 Years Later
Filmmaker and producer Sajid Nadiadwala has announced that his upcoming comedy sequel Heyy Babyy 2 will be filmed in Australia, along with two other productions from his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The announcement was made during the visit of New South Wales Premier Chris Minns to Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment's Mumbai office. Heyy Babyy 2 is the much-awaited sequel to the 2007 comedy Heyy Babyy, which was also filmed partly in Australia. The original movie starred Akshay Kumar, Fardeen Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, Vidya Balan and Boman Irani. The upcoming three-film arrangement is part of a broader collaboration between Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment and Australia, in partnership with Sydney-based production house TEMPLE. Nadiadwala said Australia's scenic locations and filmmaker-friendly environment made it an attractive destination for his productions. Australia is not only breathtakingly beautiful, but also an incredibly film-friendly country with a highly professional, efficient and welcoming environment for filmmakers, he said. The producer added that his previous experience of shooting in Australia had encouraged the production house to consider the country as an important location for its future projects. The announcement comes after NSW Premier Chris Minns visited India, beginning his trip on August 31. During his visit to the Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment office, Minns interacted with the production team and discussed the collaboration. Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment is one of the great names in Indian cinema, so having them choose Australia for three upcoming films is a big vote of confidence in our screen industry, Minns said. He added that the productions would generate employment opportunities for Australian crews, creative professionals and local businesses, while also helping showcase New South Wales to audiences across India. Australian filmmaker Anupam Sharma, who was associated with the filming of the original Heyy Babyy in Australia, welcomed the new collaboration. He said the partnership comes at a significant time, with the India-Australia co-production treaty creating greater opportunities and benefits for joint film productions between the two countries. With Heyy Babyy 2 returning to Australia nearly two decades after the original, the sequel is set to revive the franchise's connection with the country while expanding the collaboration between Indian and Australian film industries. ALSO READ: Yashs Toxic Bombs at Box Office, Rs.3,000 Crore Dream Shattered: 5 Big Reasons Behind Its Failure
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Mirzapur: The Movie has arrived in theatres at a crucial point for Excel Entertainment, with the production house hoping that the big-screen adaptation of its popular Prime Video franchise can deliver a strong box-office result. The Gurmmeet Singh directorial, starring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu and Shweta Tripathi, released on September 4.
Former Aussie Pacer Peter Siddle Appointed New South Wales Bowling Coach
New South Wales: Former Australian pacer Peter Siddle has been appointed as the new bowling coach of New South Wales ahead of the new season, joining the coaching staff led by his former teammate Brad Haddin. Despite joining NSW, Siddle will continue to be part of the Melbourne Stars squad in the Big Bash League (BBL). He will have a strong presence around the NSW group throughout the season, including all Sheffield Shield matches. Along with Siddle, NSW has also appointed ex-Queensland coach Johan Botha as a temporary spin bowling consultant as the domestic side prepares for the start of the season, which begins with a One-Day Cup match against Queensland on September 22. The former South African captain resigned from his Queensland coaching role in June despite having another year to run on his contract. Peter and Johan joining the Blues set-up shows that we're committed to having high-quality people around the team, Haddin said in a statement. Not only does Peter bring a wealth of experience and knowledge, but he exemplifies how we want our cricketers to play the game. We're confident we have built a well-rounded coaching team ahead of what should be an exciting season for the Blues, he added. Siddle retired from first-class and 50-over cricket in March last year but continues to play in T20 franchise leagues around the world, including with Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League. He previously flagged his interest in pursuing a career in coaching, helping to mentor Victoria's rising pace attack during his final seasons of state cricket. This appointment will be one of his first official coaching roles since his retirement. Siddle retired from first-class and 50-over cricket in March last year but continues to play in T20 franchise leagues around the world, including with Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Siddle represented Australia in 89 matches. He played 67 Tests and took 221 wickets before announcing his retirement in 2019. Article Source: IANS
TV, OTT and now film actress Harshita Gaur has addressed the role of women in Mirzapur The Movie, acknowledging that the franchise is male-driven but insisting that its female characters are not there merely to fill space. The actor, who plays Dimpy Pandit, said every character has been written with a purpose and contributes to the story when they appear on screen.
Mirzapur: The Movie is finally here. The much-awaited theatrical chapter of the popular crime drama franchise has been released in cinemas today, September 4. The film brings back Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit and Divyenndu as Munna Tripathi, alongside several familiar faces from the series. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and created by Puneet Krishna, the film expands the Mirzapur universe beyond Amazon Prime Video and takes its battle for power to the big screen.
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Rasika Dugal has revisited some of Beena Tripathis most significant moments from the Mirzapur series ahead of the theatrical release of Mirzapur The Movie. In an exclusive conversation with NDTV, the actor reflected on Beenas character arc, the difficult scenes she portrayed and the way the character repeatedly reclaims her agency. Beena Tripathi, played by Rasika, has remained one of the prominent characters in the Mirzapur franchise. Speaking about understanding Beenas emotional journey, Rasika credited the shows writers for giving her a strong foundation to work with. For me, it was never challenging to understand the emotional core of Beena Tripathi. It was on paper. The challenging part was to adapt her body language. When I first heard the story, my impression was that when Beena enters the room, people should turn around and look at her, Rasika told NDTV. One of the most disturbing moments in Beenas journey comes at the end of season one, when she is sexually assaulted by her father-in-law, Satyanand Tripathi, at gunpoint. In the following season, Beena takes revenge by killing him. Looking back at these contrasting moments, Rasika spoke about the emotional impact of portraying Beenas vulnerable state. What I really like about the writing is that whenever Beena's agency is taken away, she finds her way to a comeback. It was a moving moment for me when Beena locks the door at the end of season one. There was a sense of resignation in doing that. She knew that this day would come one day and she had to go through it. She was raped at gunpoint. I felt shattered to see Beena in a powerless situation. She is always self-assured, in control, but now she's in a powerless situation, Rasika said, revisiting the crucial scene. Rasika also connected Beenas experiences to the larger issue of womens agency in a patriarchal society. The truth about women in a patriarchal society is that when a woman owns a place, people don't like it and they try to take her agency, she added. The actor also addressed online trolling around portrayals of female desire and sexuality. She said she chooses to maintain her own boundaries when it comes to public reactions. Nowadays, it's not about films anymore. Everyone is commenting on everything around. So, if you read everything, you will be confused. I have my own filters. I don't want anything that can affect my decision as an actor, that disturbs my integrity as an actor. I don't want to be doubtful about my choices, said Rasika. Meanwhile, ahead of the films release, Ali Fazal and Divyenndu hosted a gathering for the cast and crew. Rasika recalled how a chef from Lucknow was invited to cook for the team during the celebrations. Also Read : Mirzapur The Movie is not the first Indian film based on a web series, this regional web show has had three theatrical films based on it
The success of Emraan Hashmi starrer Awarapan 2 has brought renewed attention to the film that started the franchise. The original Awarapan, co-produced by Vishesh Bhatt, is now streaming globally on Prime Video, allowing audiences to revisit the story of Shivam Pandit and introducing newer viewers to the world that has continued with the recently released sequel. Directed by Mohit Suri, Awarapan featured Emraan Hashmi in the lead role as Shivam Pandit. The film explored themes of love, loss, heartbreak and faith, with Shivams emotional journey forming the central narrative. Over the years, the film has developed a strong following, with its music, characters and dramatic storytelling becoming key parts of its enduring appeal. The decision to bring the original film to Prime Video comes at a time when interest in the franchise has increased following the release of Awarapan 2. While audiences who watched the sequel in theatres can now return to the beginning of Shivam Pandits story, viewers discovering the franchise through its latest instalment also have an opportunity to explore its origins. Vishesh Bhatt, who also serves as the writer-producer of Awarapan 2, spoke about the creation of Shivam Pandit and the response the character and film received over the years. He said, Emraan Hashmi, playing a broken-hearted character, was created first, followed by the title Awarapan. Shivam Pandits emotional journey was beautifully portrayed by Emraan, which was the central theme, and it resonated deeply far beyond the film. Along with it came the love for all the characters, the soulful music and its rich drama. The greatest testament to what Awarapan meant for the audience is that, with time, it has only grown stronger and is fondly remembered. With Awarapan now available to stream globally on Prime Video and Awarapan 2 continuing its theatrical run worldwide, viewers can experience the franchise across both chapters. The streaming availability of the original also provides audiences with an opportunity to revisit the character of Shivam Pandit and the narrative that established the franchise. While Awarapan 2 continues to play in cinemas, the original Awarapan is now streaming globally on Prime Video. Also Read: Emraan Hashmi calls Awarapan 2 his best film yet, praises Vishesh Bhatts vision
Amaal Mallik completes 11 years of O Khuda: From singing debut in Hero to Awarapan 2
Amaal Mallik is marking 11 years since the release of O Khuda, the song that introduced him as a playback singer and added a new dimension to his career as a composer. Released on September 3, 2015, the song featured in Hero and became an important milestone in Malliks musical journey. Mallik had already made his mark as a composer with Jai Ho before making his singing debut. Interestingly, his transition to playback singing came after he recorded a scratch version of O Khuda. Director Nikkhil Advani reportedly responded positively to the version, particularly its youthful quality. After multiple singers were considered for the track, Malliks scratch recording was ultimately retained as the final version. Following O Khuda, Mallik continued to establish himself as both a composer and vocalist in the Hindi film music industry. Over the years, his work has included songs such as Hua Hain Aaj Pehli Baar, Bol Do Na Zara, Besabriyaan, Aashiq Surrender Hua, Gulabi 2.0 and Tere Mere, among other tracks. The 11-year milestone now coincides with Malliks association with Awarapan 2, connecting the singer-composer to another film franchise known for its music and emotional storytelling. Mallik is part of the song Yeh Awarapan, which features Arijit Singh and Mallik. Arijits version has already been released, while Malliks own version is set to arrive soon. The release of his version will offer listeners an opportunity to hear Malliks interpretation of the track following Arijit Singhs rendition. For the musician, the association also marks a connection between different stages of his career from an unexpected scratch recording that led to his singing debut to contributing as an established composer and singer to Awarapan 2. Reflecting on the journey, Amaal Mallik said, When I look back at O Khuda today, I feel incredibly grateful because I had no idea that one song would open such a beautiful chapter in my life. Eleven years later, being part of Awarapan 2 feels very special. Ive grown so much as a musician, and Im really excited for people to hear my version of Yeh Awarapan after Arijits version. With Yeh Awarapan connecting Mallik to the Awarapan franchise, the song also becomes part of a musical journey that began with his first playback recording 11 years ago. Also Read: Amaal Mallik takes a break from film music to focus on his well-being: Bid me farewell now, Ill be back
BCCI Targets Solving Mounting Injury Issues With Better FTP And Rehab Protocols
Future Tours Programme: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said it will seek better scheduling in the upcoming Future Tours Programme (FTP) and strengthen player rehab protocols to combat rising injuries caused by a heavy workload of international and franchise games, said secretary Devajit Saikia on Thursday. Injury management remains a central concern after several high-profile players like Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and B. Sai Sudharsan missed recent tours despite initial conditional selections due to varied injuries. With the likes of Bumrah, Sundar, Reddy and Harshit Rana named in the upcoming 15-man T20I squad against Afghanistan with the asterisk of subject to fitness, scrutiny on the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru has intensified, although Saikia and head of cricket, former India batter VVS Laxman, previously clarified that the high-performance centre is more than just a rehabilitation facility. Individual players are having injuries because they have to play a lot of matches. If you look at their schedule, in England, we had a 15-player team go for the ODIs, and out of that, three or four players got injured during the match. We have to think that they had played two months of IPL before that. So all this takes a toll on the health of the players. To avoid those kinds of situations under the present window and FTPs, we are trying to find out some ways to tackle it, Saikia told reporters after a review meeting happened at BCCI headquarters in Mumbai on Thursday. The high-level meetings, attended by Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill and T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer along with head coach Gautam Gambhir, evaluated existing return-to-play guidelines to ensure players undergo thorough clearance before resuming international duty. We have a protocol in place for how a player can come back to the matches again in international matches. So when a player is injured, he goes to his own physio, or he comes to the rehab programme in CoE, and before allowing him to be a part of the Indian team, there are certain measures they have to take and certain hurdles they have to cross. So those kinds of things, we have revisited today, and whatever is the best way we can take forward the players to have no injury in the international matches. We have discussed these issues, and we will further discuss this topic in our next meetings, added Saikia. He further clarified that the discussions focused purely on systemic policy rather than specific individual selection or fitness cases. There was no discussion on any individual player. Today's discussion was totally general in nature, and what policies and protocols we have to maintain regarding maintaining the fitness level of every player, not about any individual, and what is in the best interest of the team, we have considered that only. We have taken the feedback from the captains and the head coach, who are the right persons to give us the information, so that we chalk up a proper strategy to avoid all these kinds of unwanted situations during any international or bilateral matches. Saikia also rejected suggestions of differences between national team management and CoE staff. We don't see that kind of situation in us, and there is no such situation that there is a communication breakdown or there is no integrity among the CoE or the Team India staff or technical persons. There is no such situation - the only thing is that what is troubling us is the injuries of some players, which is happening frequently and to avoid that, we have to do certain things. We have to take up some measures so that the players do not suffer injuries frequently, he said. Addressing the long-standing vacancy for the head of sports science at the CoE, Saikia assured that ongoing operations remain fully functional while the board searches globally for a qualified specialist. I would like to reiterate once more that the vacant position of the head of sports science is not a deterrent to our activities in CoE. That post is required, but that is a very high-level post for which the properly qualified person should be positioned. Not any person who has only a qualification is fit for that. In that aspect, we have about 16 persons in place to maintain the fitness level or the rehab or the prehab facilities in CoE. But to supervise that, one important person is required, and for that person who will be in that position, he must be qualified up to a different level. That kind of person is very short in number in India as well as in the whole world. So we are trying to find that kind of person at the earliest possible time. Once again, we will start the exercise to find a person who can fit into that position of the head of sports science medicine in CoE. But without him also, it is running in the right manner. Saikia signed off by saying that overall operational harmony remains intact across all arms of the board, with clear directions given for upcoming global scheduling talks for both mens and womens team matches. Everybody is on the same page. BCCI is working like a well-oiled engine. There is proper coordination amongst all the wings of BCCI, whether it is women's team committees or their technical staff or their coaches vis-a-vis the COE, vis-a-vis the Indian men's teams, coaching staff and the head coach. Saikia signed off by saying that overall operational harmony remains intact across all arms of the board, with clear directions given for upcoming global scheduling talks for both mens and womens team matches. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories We have instructed our FTP personnel, who will be meeting very soon in various international forums, that our FTP should be scheduled in such a way that it should be scheduled that there is proper rest for the players as well as some kind of acclimatisation through friendly matches before any major series in SENA countries. Article Source: IANS
Ahead of the franchises first theatrical outing, the complete soundtrack of Mirzapur: The Movie will be available first to paid music streaming subscribers under Universal Music Indias Hear It First initiative
Zombies actress Carla Jeffery dies at 33, her twin brother also a Disney Channel star
Highlights: Carla Jeffery, best known for playing Bree in Disney's Zombies franchise, has died at 33. Her management confirmed the news on 2 September, without disclosing a cause of death. Her twin brother, Carlon Jeffery, is also a Disney Channel actor, known for playing Cameron Parks on A.N.T. Farm. Co-stars including Milo Manheim and Chandler Kinney have shared emotional tributes since the news broke. Somewhere in Houston, in 1993, two children were born who'd both end up on Disney Channel . Carla Jeffery signed with her management agency at 12. Her twin brother Carlon signed too, and went on to play Cameron Parks on A.N.T. Farm while Carla built her own run of roles that eventually led to Bree in the Zombies franchise. That's not the detail most of this week's headlines are leading with. It's the one that's hardest to look away from. What actually happened? Carla Jeffery died on 1 September, her management agency, Alexanders Talent Management, confirmed the following day. She was 33. Her manager, Carla Alexander, said the agency had represented her since she was 12, watching her, in her words, grow into a beautiful, vibrant, and incredibly talented woman. No cause of death has been made public, and her family has asked for privacy while they grieve. She was known to a generation of Disney Channel viewers as Bree in the Zombies films, but her career ran wider than one franchise: iCarly, Shake It Up, Good Luck Charlie, Scream Queens, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and a recurring role on Curb Your Enthusiasm. Her first screen credit came in 2006, in the comedy Phat Girlz, when she was still a teenager. Who is Carlon Jeffery, and why does it matter that he's her twin? He's her brother, born the same day, who followed a strikingly similar path through the same industry. Carlon became known to Disney Channel audiences as Cameron Parks on A.N.T. Farm, a role that ran for three seasons starting in 2011, right around the years Carla was building her own credits on other Disney and Nickelodeon shows. Two children from the same family, the same childhood, both ending up in front of the same cameras for the same network, around the same time. It's not a detail either of them chose for a headline. It's just what happened to be true about their lives. What's confirmed Died 1 September, aged 33 Best known for Bree, in Disney's Zombies franchise Signed with management Aged 12 Twin brother Carlon Jeffery, Disney's A.N.T. Farm Cause of death Not disclosed What have her co-stars said? Milo Manheim, who played Zed opposite her across three Zombies films, wrote simply that she was he sweetest person I have ever met. Chandler Kinney, who starred alongside her in Zombies 2 and 3, remembered her as someone who carried he brightest shining light in any room she walked into, adding that the news still didn't feel real. Malachi Barton, who joined the franchise later, posted a photo of the two of them together with three words: rest easy, Carla. None of the tributes read like statements written for the cameras. They read like people who are still catching up to what's happened. What happens now? Nothing about a loss like this resolves quickly, and nothing here is asking it to. What's clear is that Carla Jeffery spent more than two decades building a body of work that made a real generation of viewers feel something, on screen, from a teenager who started out playing a smaller role in a comedy film to a young woman whose Zombies castmates are still, days later, struggling to find the right words. Somewhere alongside all of it, her twin brother was building a career of his own, on a different show, in the same industry, and is now the one left to carry a loss the rest of us can only read about.
Govee introduces its newest Matter-ready dual-layered Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro at IFA 2026
The popular smart lighting brand, Govee, has soft launched its newest Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro today at IFA 2026, which is the first permanent outdoor lighting solution featuring independently controlled dual-layer illumination. Its been designed for folks to have more DIY creative freedom, letting homeowners personalize their outdoor spaces with more dynamic, dual-layered effects to better fit each homes unique style. Govee introduces a new era of outdoor lighting As the creator of the permanent outdoor lighting category, Govee has continuously set the benchmark for innovation, from bringing cuttable designs to pioneering multi-zone optics. Building on years of expertise and R&D innovation, the Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro takes DIY creativity even further. Were excited to offer our community a more powerful canvas to express their style and personalize their homes with dual-layer illumination. Eric Wu, CEO of Govee The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights series has become quite popular for homeowners and renters alike who want to bring more ambiance to outdoor spaces, and at the center of the new Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro sits the brands ColorZone Solution, allowing independently controlled color zones packed into a single light unit. Unlike more traditional outdoor lighting, which usually brings along single-layer designs, these new models take a step up to dual-layer illumination for a composition of even more distinct colors and ambient tones at the same time. This change up provides more seamless gradients, wall-washing effects, and custom highlights for architecture, whether its for eaves, facades, or decks. It boasts a LuminBlend+ Color Management System for even more accurate and expressive color performance, delivering more seamless transitions from soft pastels to more vibrant, high-saturation shades. Theres also the AI Lighting Bot 2.0 tech here, too, letting you describe your desired look/style so that the AI can generate customized dual-layer effects. Alongside that customizable creation feature, there are also eight Iconic Wonders themed effects, which are inspired by natural landscapes. As much as the lighting itself comes with flexibility in mind, so too has it been given more flexible installation. You can adapt the setup to various home layouts and exterior designs, with independently-controlled Y connectors that allow the light strings to be split and still operate with different effects after branching, further adding to its personalization for more complex layouts and diverse home structures. Thats not all the flexibility either, as it also comes as a Matter-ready solution for even greater streamlined controls across your favorite ecosystems. It should be of no surprise that like its predecessors, the Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro bring along a IP68 waterproof rating, with it especially focused on withstanding rain, snow, and other extreme weather conditions. With this extreme durability and weather resistance built right in, as the name implies, once it goes up, it can stay up. Purchases open on September 7, 2026 While the Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro are officially available to get acquainted with on Govees direct website, purchases will officially open on September 7, 2026, according to a timer on its landing page. Youll be able to score the 100-foot white model at $499.99 shipped , while the 200-foot white or black models will go for $799.99 shipped .
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Carla Jeffery, the actress best known as Bree in Disneys ZOMBIES franchise, has died at 33. Heres what we know about her acting career, her beloved Disney role, her twin brother Carlon Jefferys emotional tribute and the latest information about the Carla Jeffery death reason, which has not been publicly disclosed.
From BJP office: BLOs refuse to accept bulk Form 7s in Jharkhand
Ranchi: Voter disenfranchisement threatens to spread to more states as Booth-level agents (BLAs) of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) submit Form 7 applications in bulk, seeking to delete Muslim voters during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Jharkhand. The BLAs submitted the forms to the respective booth-level officers (BLOs), but a 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 .
Mirzapur: The Movie set to make a box office splash; could surpass Saiyaara and Awarapan 2
After nearly seven years and three successful seasons, Mirzapur is finally making its way to the big screen. The franchise has built a loyal audience on streaming, and the early response to Mirzapur: The Movie suggests that a sizeable section of that audience is ready to watch the story in theatres.
'First Target To Is Play 2027 World Cup For Australia': Nikhil Chaudhary Eyes ODI Debut
ODI World Cup: India-born Australian cricketer Nikhil Chaudhary has set his sights on the upcoming ODI World Cup as he aims to make his ODI debut for Australia. Chaudhary, who hails from Delhi, is the first India-born male cricketer to represent Australia in the past six decades, having made his T20I debut in June against Bangladesh. The spin all-rounder will be in action soon for Australia A against India A in an unofficial one-day series and is eyeing an Australia ODI cap and the 2027 World Cup in future. I want to play 50-over cricket and, if I get a chance, Tests too, Chaudhary said as quoted by Cricinfo. My first target is the 2027 ODI World Cup, and then the T20 World Cup the following year. I want to represent Australia for as long as I can. Chaudhary settled in Australia after being stranded there because of COVID. Having made his List A and T20 debuts for Punjab, he pursued his cricket career in Australia and has now been playing across domestic formats Down Under. The all-rounder made his T20I debut in Bangladesh, where he played in three T20Is and took three wickets in limited opportunities. On not being able to play for India and instead plying his trade for Australia, Chaudhary sounded more practical, saying that all he wants is to play cricket. It doesn't really matter to me because I just wanted to play cricket. If you see, most players never get to represent their country. They finish their careers playing domestic cricket. Some move to another country to play club cricket. So, if you love cricket, you just want to play cricket; it doesn't matter for whom, he added. Chaudhary has played across all formats in the domestic circuit and has also been a regular in franchise cricket. The all-rounder made his BBL debut in 2023 for Hobart Hurricanes and his first-class debut in 2025 for Tasmania. It doesn't really matter to me because I just wanted to play cricket. If you see, most players never get to represent their country. They finish their careers playing domestic cricket. Some move to another country to play club cricket. So, if you love cricket, you just want to play cricket; it doesn't matter for whom, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories My plan has always been the same: work hard, give your best, and try to make your team win. Whatever opportunity you get, you try to perform, he said. Article Source: IANS
Jharkhand High Court Demands Clarity on JPSC Appointments by September 10
Ranchi, September 3: The Jharkhand High Court has asked the state government to clarify the timeline for appointing the chairman and members of the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC). This inquiry stems from a petition regarding the shortage of officials and staff in the states forest department. The court has set a deadline for the ... Read more Jharkhand High Court Demands Clarity on JPSC Appointments by September 10
Bandla Ganesh Withdraws From Producers Council Contest, C Kalyan to Be Elected Unanimously?
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Dehradun T20 League: Rishikesh Dragons Crush Herbertpur Knightriders By 134 Runs In Opener
Dehradun T20 League CEO Navneet: The Dehradun T20 League 2026, Uttarakhands biggest franchise cricket tournament, got underway in grand fashion with Rishikesh Dragons registering a commanding 134-run victory over Herbertpur Knightriders in the opening match at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy. The tournament was officially inaugurated through a vibrant opening ceremony attended by former BCCI vice-president Mahim Verma, Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (CAU) chief patron P. C. Verma, Dehradun T20 League CEO Navneet Mishra and Cricket Association of Dehradun (CAD) secretary Peeyoosh Kumar Raghubanshi, among other dignitaries. The guests declared the tournament open and extended their encouragement to the players ahead of the competition. The action that followed saw Rishikesh Dragons produce a dominant all-round display. Asked to bat first after losing the toss, the Dragons piled up a formidable 239/4 in their 20 overs. Opener Yuvraj Chaudhary set the tone with a superb 70 off 40 deliveries, striking four fours and six sixes. Ishgra Jagoori continued the assault with a quickfire 59 off 32 balls, an innings featuring seven sixes. Kamaldeep Singh then provided the finishing flourish, smashing 64 off just 25 deliveries. His explosive knock included two fours and eight sixes, while Sachin Chauhan remained unbeaten on 22 off nine balls to push the total close to the 240-run mark. For Herbertpur Knightriders, Devendra S. Bora was the standout bowler, returning impressive figures of 2/18 from his four overs. Faced with a daunting target of 240, Herbertpur struggled to gain momentum against a disciplined and aggressive Rishikesh bowling attack. The Knightriders were eventually bowled out for 105 in 14.4 overs. Kunal V. Singh top-scored with 22, while captain Ashar Khan made 17 and Nikhil Pundir contributed 14. Faced with a daunting target of 240, Herbertpur struggled to gain momentum against a disciplined and aggressive Rishikesh bowling attack. The Knightriders were eventually bowled out for 105 in 14.4 overs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The comprehensive 134-run triumph gave Rishikesh Dragons an ideal start to their Dehradun T20 League 2026 campaign and set the tone for what promises to be an exciting edition of Uttarakhands premier franchise cricket tournament. Article Source: IANS
Jharkhand Revives Closed Coal Mines for New Opportunities
Ranchi, September 3: The government of Jharkhand is planning to repurpose closed coal mines instead of leaving them abandoned. The state has selected the Giridih Open Cast Project (OCP) and the Karma OCP in Ramgarh district as pilot projects. A proposal will be sent to the central government for approval regarding the reuse of these ... Read more Jharkhand Revives Closed Coal Mines for New Opportunities
BJD Minority Cell Complains to CEO Over Voter List Irregularities
The BJD Minority Cell has flagged alleged irregularities in the ongoing voter list revision process and formally lodged a complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). Party representatives claimed that discrepancies in the revision exercise could potentially disenfranchise eligible voters, particularly from minority communities. They urged the CEO to ensure transparency and fairness in the [] The post BJD Minority Cell Complains to CEO Over Voter List Irregularities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
TN Announces Schemes To Boost Milk Output, Cooling and Procurement Automation
She said Aavin business franchises will be opened at all government medical college hospitals to provide pure and nutritious milk to the patients
'Role Model' Ben Stokes Set To Open For Adelaide Strikers
Role model Ben Stokes is set to open the batting for the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, with club coach Tim Paine saying the former England skipper was made for the job. All-rounder Stokes, who signed for the T20 franchise on Tuesday, is usually a middle-order batsman but ex-Australia captain Paine has other ideas. I think he's made to open the batting in the Big Bash. The pacey, bouncy wickets in Australia really suit him, said the Strikers head coach. I've been on the end of a couple of his devastating innings in Test cricket where you feel like you can't defend the field. He can play 360, he's got power. Should the 35-year-old do so he would partner Strikers captain Matt Short, another destructive big-hitter. I love the combination. They're both really different. Both absolutely world class, said Paine. Stokes retired from the international game midway through England's recent Test series defeat against New Zealand but has continued playing county cricket for Durham. He had been dropped for the second Test against New Zealand after breaking a team curfew in a nightclub incident also involving England team-mate Gus Atkinson. Despite the controversy and Australian fans' love-hate relationship with Stokes, Paine is confident he will be warmly welcomed. I know Australian cricket fans have loved beating England and love beating Ben Stokes, he said. But they've absolutely always respected the way he plays the game, how competitive he is and how much he wants to win. I think Australian fans will really warm to his character and his personality. We expect he'll be a fantastic role model for our club and for our fans. Stokes's decision to play for Adelaide takes him back into the T20 franchise world after a brief stint at Big Bash side Melbourne Renegades in 2015. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He is available for the entire tournament, which runs from mid-December to January 26.
'Zombies' actor Carla Jeffery (33) dies; agency shares heartfelt message
Carla Jeffery, the actor who played Bree in Disney's Zombies franchise, has died at 33.
Neela Mediatech has revealed the first look of a new 2D animated series. This new production will feature familiar characters from the popular television franchise. The series will adopt an anime-inspired visual style while retaining its original humor. It aims to bring the beloved Gokuldham Society to a new animated format. The company plans to expand the franchise to international audiences through various platforms.
MS Dhoni Could Take Mentor Role at CSK in IPL 2027 as Franchise Weighs His Future
Mahendra Singh Dhonis future with Chennai Super Kings remains one of the biggest talking points ahead of IPL 2027. While there is still no final confirmation on whether the veteran wicketkeeper-batter will return as a player, the possibility of him continuing with CSK in a different role is gaining...
Something is brewing at J&K Bank. A trial balloon has been floated that the J&K Bank should grow its rest-of-India (ROI) business by recruiting there. Unidentified financial experts, talking to unnamed reporters of a prominent Jammu-based English daily, have advocated more lending outside the local economy. The ROI portfolio, it is contended, is no longer just a growth target but an existential necessity for the Banks long-term financial viability. Were it not so flawed in economic and financial reasoning, this could be laughed off as a bad joke. The amateurish narrative, and the agenda behind it, needs to be called out. The outward-looking strategy is flawed financially, commercially, economically and developmentally. It is a bad bargain for the Bank, the people and the government of J&K. The inward-looking policy from 2006 rested on a self-evident opportunity: J&K, with 0.70 per cent of national GDP, received only 0.30 per cent of national credit. With about one per cent of the population, its share of the national personal-loan stock was 0.27 per cent. The state was credit-starved despite SBI, PNB and the other big daddies of Indian banking. That strategy set out in the 2006-07 Annual Report doubled credit inflow even as the share in national output rose only marginally. As on March 2026, J&K accounts for 0.79 per cent of national output and absorbs 0.62 per cent of overall credit. The region remains under-banked on the asset side relative to output, and more so relative to its own deposits. The Bank mobilises about Rs 1,45,000 crore i.e. 80 per cent of its deposits locally yet ploughs back only Rs 80,000 crore into the local economy. By contrast, it raises about Rs 30,000 crore in ROI and has deployed Rs 50,000 crore in credit as of June 2026: a credit-deposit ratio of nearly 170 per cent, almost three times the local ratio. The proposed strategy would widen this disparity through deposit arbitrage. Local savings are five times those raised in ROI, and cheaper. With CASA of 47 per cent the highest in India, better than SBI and HDFC the cost of deposits in J&K is around 4.5 per cent. In ROI, CASA of just 12 per cent lifts the cost to around 6.5 per cent: a gap of 200 basis points. The plain fact is that if the balance sheet of the bank is split into local and ROI books, it will not be profitable for J&K Bank to lend outside without access to the low-cost deposits of the state. What makes the rest of India look profitable is an internal transfer-price mechanism that charges the ROI loan book the average cost of funds anchored in low-cost home deposits and not the higher cost of contracting deposits outside. This under-pricing socialises a home surplus into a common pool and makes outside lending look better than it is. It also hides the risk of a 170 per cent CD ratio: a liquidity threat and an asset-liability mismatch. The Bank should de-risk by cutting ROI exposure. It cannot raise low-cost deposits outside. Facing growing competition at home, the Bank must protect the liability franchise given it by the government and people of J&K and not explore the national field as some self-proclaimed experts advise. If this is altered -- government accounts moving, households shifting to other banks, or CASA migrating to term money -- the pool shrinks, the internal subsidy disappears, and the outside book cannot fund itself at anything like todays cost. Asset-side diversification is liability-side concentration. The ROI loan book looks worse once asset pricing, asset quality and the regulatory cost of capital are counted. Reported NPAs of around Rs 700 crore are understated by restructurings, settlements and write-offs. Off the balance sheet, impaired assets in Delhi and Mumbai must be around Rs 2,000 crore each. Add unapplied interest and the stock of impaired ROI assets be close to half the loan book of ROI. The comparable figure for J&K, on a bigger asset base, is far less. Localised, restructured and rehabilitated books in the local economy perform better than national averages, with slippage on specific state-rehabilitated portfolios held under 1 per cent. What the management and its experts call concentration risk; the stock market treats as the Banks main asset: the home franchise. Analysts and rating agencies cite the regional monopoly as the reason to own the stock. Long-term equity notes describe a safe regional monopoly, not a pan-India lender. Diluting that monopoly to chase ROI volume would strip away what the market still values without first curing the discount that comes from a thin float. The Bank leadership with little feel for the regional economy, may not recognise that J&K Bank is more integral to the J&K economy than even the government. The government is the principal pump-primer; the supply side is driven by the Bank. Set against this macroeconomics, the outward strategy makes even less commercial sense. When J&K Bank lends local deposits inside J&K, the money is spent locally. Wages, purchases and fresh deposits stay in the region. That is the multiplier. When it lends those same deposits in the rest of India, the income is earned elsewhere. J&K only exports its savings. Its creditdeposit ratio falls. That is leakage. A loan to a Pulwama horticulturist does much more for J&K than a housing loan in Pune. Local lending is a development instrument; out-of-region lending is a portfolio choice. Together they can form a virtuous cycle of credit, income and savings. When a hinterland instead exports scarce capital and imports labour outside recruitment is the equivalent despite a domestic labour surplus, it invites distortion. The real risk is not the erosion faceless experts predict if the Bank stays home focused. It is a small, under-served economy shipping its savings to finance the rest of India. Finally, let it be recognised that the people of J&K have invested a lot of emotional equity into the bank which far outweighs the financial equity invested by the Dogra Maharaja and the state government over time. It has been the only profitable and well-functioning institution of the state and it carries an aspirational model. To grow with stability, the Bank must return its focus to J&K and consolidate a slipping home position. Its share of local lending is already falling while rivals compete for the one asset that distinguishes it: low-cost deposits. The next battle will not be who books another corporate loan in the rest of India; it will be who peels CASA and government floats away from J&K Bank. An ROI-first strategy accelerates that loss. It exports the cheap surplus instead of defending the home book, trains the organisation to grow where the franchise is weak, and leaves the Bank thinner on the liabilities that fund its margin. That is not a hedge. It is a smaller franchise at home and a dearer, less stable book abroad and it is best avoided. Tail piece: The consequences of this adventurous strategy are already clear. The banks topline growth has been nearly stagnant for two years and turned negative in the June quarter. Nothing shows the failure of the outbound strategy more clearly than this: despite 60 per cent YoY growth in RoI advances and deposits, earnings growth stagnated despite a change in the accounting practice vis-a-vis PLCs to add Rs 50 odd crores to the net profit. Markets recognised this is not good banking and gave the results a thumbs down. On results day the stock fell almost Rs 30 in half an hour, and the slide has continued since. (The author is a former Chairman of J&K Bank.)
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Practical Magic 2 Stars Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman Talk Love, Loss And Second Chances
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock open up about the life experiences that shaped them as they return for Practical Magic 2. Bullock reflects on love, loss, joy, despair and the shared emotions everyone experiences, while the stars also look back on their return to the beloved franchise.
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Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch took advantage of agricultural tax credits by engaging in cattle ranching, which offered lower property taxes in exchange for maintaining farmland. However, county officials later scrutinized the ranch due to developments that clashed with agricultural preservation standards. The presence of an amusement park and zoo led to the ranch's exclusion from the tax program, imposing higher property taxes and causing financial strain for Jackson.
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'I Really Wish To Meet Salman Khan More Than SRK: Cricketer Shahrukh Khan
Tamil Nadu Premier League: Tamil Nadu cricketer Shahrukh Khan has spent much of his career carrying a name instantly recognisable across India, but despite the obvious connection to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, the Tamil Nadu batter has a different celebrity at the top of his wish list. Shahrukh, who recently led Kovai Kings to their third Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) title, said he has not yet met the Bollywood superstar he was named after. If he could choose, the Tamil Nadu player would rather meet Salman Khan than his famous namesake. I really wish to meet Salman Khan more than Shah Rukh, the cricketer said in an exclusive conversation with IANS. The 29-year-old has had multiple chances to meet his famous namesake during his IPL career, especially in matches against Kolkata Knight Riders. However, these opportunities never came to fruition since Shah Rukh Khan was absent from the games. I havent (met him) as yet. I havent met Shahrukh Khan as yet. But yeah, hope to meet him soon. We played quite a few matches against KKR. But I actually missed the opportunity to meet Shahrukh Khan. He obviously did not come for the game. If he would have come, obviously, I would have met him. But you know, I really wish to meet Salman Khan more than Shahrukh, he said. The meeting with Shah Rukh Khan might be especially intriguing for the cricketer. Since he was born after the Bollywood star, Shahrukh is aware that he was named after the actor and is eager to see how the superstar responds when they finally meet. No, I will wait for his reaction first. Because I was born after him. So, I was named after him. So, I hope, I have heard that he has got an uncanny sense of humour. Obviously, I am good friends with Varun Chakravarthy. And he said that he is a really wonderful person at heart .And waiting to see what sort of an uncanny sense of humour he has. And yeah, really excited to meet him, he said. While his name has often been a talking point, Shahrukh has carved out his own identity in Tamil Nadu cricket over the past several years. He has been part of the states cricket circuit for about two decades and has emerged as one of Tamil Nadus leading white-ball players. His journey has taken him to the IPL, where he has played for multiple franchises and, most recently, represented Gujarat Titans. The most recent achievement was in the TNPL, where he guided Kovai Kings to their third championship. The team beat Madurai Panthers by 84 runs in the final, making them only the second team in the tournament's history to secure three titles. Shahrukh sees the TNPLs significance extending beyond his personal achievements. He considers the tournament a crucial stepping stone for young cricketers in Tamil Nadu, having already facilitated several players' progress to the IPL and other higher tiers of domestic cricket. Yeah, TNPL has been a platform for a lot of players from Tamil Nadu including me, Natarajan, Varun Chakravarthy, a lot of players and the way the tournament has grown over the years is just immense. And not just TNPL but the other leagues that happen around India as well. But the first domestic tournament for a state T20 was TNPL and very fortunate to be a part of this tournament, he said. And every year, you see new talents coming up. I hope even this year, the IPL scouts see a few talents and picks so that the tournament grows even bigger next year, he added. Shahrukhs own TNPL campaign was particularly significant following a difficult IPL 2026 season with Gujarat Titans. And every year, you see new talents coming up. I hope even this year, the IPL scouts see a few talents and picks so that the tournament grows even bigger next year, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I was having a technical flaw in my batting. I had a technical flaw which was hampering my batting quite a lot from the last 7-8 months. I've really come back from IPL and worked on it. My front foot was going too far across which I never used to do that before. Yeah, I had a proper couple of months in between where I could focus on my technique and get as tight as possible in that, he said. Article Source: IANS
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JSW Sports enters international sports IP market with Hong Kong Sixes partnership
JSW Sports has entered the international sports market by partnering with Hong Kong Sixes. This partnership will manage commercial and marketing aspects of the cricket tournament. The agreement aims to expand sponsorship and broadcast opportunities for the event. JSW Sports brings its extensive experience in cricket franchises to this new venture. The Hong Kong Sixes tournament is scheduled for October 2026.
Election Commission tightens scrutiny of bulk BLA applications in Jharkhand
