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Pakistan To Take Government Advice On Playing India In Hockey World Cup

Hockey World Cup: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) will take government advice on playing India in this year's FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, as the tension between the two countries has spilt over into sports, a news report said on Thursday. Arch-rivals India and Pakistan have been drawn in Pool D of the 16-team World Cup, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced while unveiling the draw of the event. However, Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) officials tol

19 Mar 2026 11:46 pm
IPL 2026: Sam Curran Likely To Miss Tournament Due To Groin Injury, Ellis Set To Be Ruled Out

Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals (RR) have suffered a setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, with Englands all-rounder Sam Curran likely to miss the tournament due to a suspected groin injury. As per a report in ESPNCricinfo, Curran, 27, last featured for England in the Mens T20 World Cup on March 5, when the defending champions were beaten by eventual winners India in the semi-final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. But he is now expected to miss IPL 2026 due to t

19 Mar 2026 10:30 pm
IPL 2026: Pant, Shami, Mayank, Avesh, Mohsin Sweat Hard In LSGs Warm-up Game

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) intensified their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 preparations by participating in a high-scoring practice match against UP T20 League side Kashi Rudras at the Sports Galaxy Cricket Academy on Thursday. Captain Rishabh Pant featured in batting roles for both the Super Giants side and the opposition team named KR XI as he looked to fine-tune his batting ahead of the upcoming season. Batting first, the Super Giants posted a formidable tota

19 Mar 2026 10:12 pm
NZ vs SA 3rd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

NZ vs SA 3rd T20I , Cricket Tips :The second T20I between New Zealand and South Africa saw a thumping win for the hosts by a 68-run margin. Devon Conway scored his 13th T20I fifty and scored 60 off 49 balls. The remaining job was done by the bowling unit, where Lockie Ferguson (3/16) and Ben Sears (3/14) took three wickets each. New Zealand leveled the series, and the third T20I is all set to kick off on Friday. This match will be held at Eden Park in Auckland, starting at 11:45 AM IST. South A

19 Mar 2026 9:18 pm
Mens T20 World Cup Champions India Set To Play A Series Against Ireland In June

ICC Future Tours Programme: Mens T20 World Cup holders India will play a series against Ireland in June ahead of their white-ball tour of England, confirmed Graeme West, Director of High Performance at Cricket Ireland. The series is not part of the ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP), but it will serve as a warm-up for the England tour for India, where they will play five T20Is in Chester-le-Street, Manchester, Nottingham, Bristol, and Southampton, apart from three ODIs. India, led by Suryakumar Ya

19 Mar 2026 9:16 pm
IPL 2026: DCs Ashutosh Sharma Banks On Visualization, Constant Practice For More Success As A Finisher

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Ashutosh Sharma does not think theres been any major transition in his playing career, but the right-handed batter firmly believes that visualisation and constant practice will fetch him more success when the pressure is high on him as a finisher for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. There is no such transition. I am enjoying playing cricket and enjoying playing with DC. I am having loads of fun while playing. The only difference is that in the first year, I was new. In the se

19 Mar 2026 8:08 pm
Paul Stirling Steps Down As Ireland T20I Captain, To Continue With ODI Leadership

Ireland T20I: Veteran batter Paul Stirling has stepped down as Ireland's T20I captain as the team begins planning for the upcoming Mens T20 World Cup in 2028. However, the 35-year-old will continue to lead the side in the ODIs. Stirling was appointed ODI and T20I captain in October 2023 and led Ireland at the recently concluded ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026. Placed in Group B in the tournament held in India and Sri Lanka, Ireland finished fourth of the five teams, managing just three points. The E

19 Mar 2026 6:42 pm
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Skipper Parag Targets Better Planning For Finishing Games

Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag said the teams focus for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season would be on planning better and closing out matches, after narrow defeats led to them finishing at ninth place in IPL 2025. RR lost five matches in chases by margins of 11 runs or fewer, including a Super Over defeat against Delhi Capitals. To solve that issue, they have strengthened their finishing unit with the addition of all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Cur

19 Mar 2026 6:32 pm
English Cricket Faces A Potential Shortfall Of Dukes Balls Amid Gulf Shipping Disruption

British Cricket Balls Ltd: The upcoming English cricket season may face an unusual challenge due to a shortage of Dukes balls, which could affect preparations for both domestic and international matches. Delays in Gulf shipping routes, caused by the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, have slowed the transportation of cricket balls from South Asia to the UK, posing logistical hurdles for the organisers. The English season is set to start on April 3, but officials report that stock levels of Du

19 Mar 2026 6:22 pm
'Tigers Are Ready': Delhi Capitals Unveil New Jersey Ahead Of IPL 2026

Indian Premier League: Delhi Capitals have unveiled their new jersey ahead of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is set to commence on March 28, 2026. Capitals have maintained their iconic red and blue colour, but the centre pattern has changed. It is now a mixture of blue and red strips running from top to bottom. According to the franchise, the design draws inspiration from the fierce tiger spirit that defines both the team and the city it represents. In a video released

19 Mar 2026 5:46 pm
IPL 2026: RR Have Addressed Quite A Few Of The Things Ahead Of Upcoming Season, Says Sangakkara

Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals (RR) head coach Kumar Sangakkara said the franchise had worked to strengthen several areas of the squad ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, including batting depth and having more options in the spin bowling department. RR had a forgettable time in IPL 2025, suffering 10 defeats and winning only four games to finish ninth in the points table. After releasing all their spinners before the 2026 season auction, RR found a bankable Indian spi

19 Mar 2026 5:34 pm
IPL 2026: After Doing The Quiet Work, Kumar Kushagra Ready To Deliver For Gujarat Titans

The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: When Kumar Kushagra didnt get a game for the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, he could have retreated into the comfortable anonymity of the franchises bench strength. Instead, he worked tirelessly in the nets, enhancing his skillsets in batting and keeping, and returned to Jharkhand to apply everything in a domestic season, which said that he was ready to do more heavy lifting through multi-tasking. The evidence arrived in the 2025/26 Syed

19 Mar 2026 5:12 pm
England Captain Sciver-Brunt Returns Home From SA Training Camp Due To Family Reasons

T20 World Cup: England Women's cricket team captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has left the intra-squad training series and returned home due to family reasons. Sciver-Brunt is expected to miss the remainder of the tour, which was seen as a key practice for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England from June 12 to July 5. Nat Sciver-Brunt has returned home from South Africa for family reasons. It is expected shell play no further part in the tour, the England Cricket Board said in a statement

19 Mar 2026 5:00 pm
Saurav Ghosal Named Sports Commissioner Of World Premier Squash

World Premier Squash: India's decorated squash player Saurav Ghosal has been appointed as Sports Commissioner of World Premier Squash (WPS), a new global league which counts down to its first edition this August. As Sports Commissioner for World Premier Squash, Ghosal will set and oversee the leagues complete sporting framework, spanning competition format, player qualification pathways and officiating standards. The appointment comes as squash approaches the most significant milestone in its hi

19 Mar 2026 4:40 pm
Trying To Harness A Little Bit Of That: Gardner Channels Fearless Spirit Ahead Of Landmark 100th T20I

T20 World Cup: Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner is revisiting the fearless approach that defined her early career as the team prepares for the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 in England. The all-rounder is aiming to regain her top form ahead of a marquee tournament, while reaching a personal milestone of 100 T20 Internationals. Gardner will become the seventh Australian woman to reach the century of T20Is when the team faces the West Indies in St Vincent. The milestone comes at a crucial ju

19 Mar 2026 3:24 pm
'My Identity Has Been Weaponised': Gambhir Moves Delhi HC Over Misuse Of His Personality Rights

Delhi High Court: Former India cricketer and current head coach of the Indian mens team Gautam Gambhir has approached the Delhi High Court, seeking comprehensive protection of his personality and publicity rights against a coordinated campaign of digital impersonation, AI-generated deepfakes, and unauthorised commercial exploitation. The civil suit has been filed in the Commercial Division of the High Court, where Gambhir has sought an urgent injunction against multiple defendants, including soc

19 Mar 2026 3:18 pm
'The Moment We've Waited For,' CSK Welcome 'Chettan' Samson In Chennai Ahead Of IPL 2026

WORLD CHAMPION SANJU SAMSON IS: India's World Cup-winning star Sanju Samson reached Chennai on Thursday to join the Chennai Super Kings camp ahead of his Indian Premier League (IPL) outing with the five-time champions. The IPL 2026 is set to begin on March 28. CSK's social media handle shared an image of Samson's arrival, writing, Chettan in Chennai. In another post, it shared, The moment we've waited for! WORLD CHAMPION SANJU SAMSON IS HERE. The franchise also shared a video of Samson arrival w

19 Mar 2026 2:32 pm
Jos Buttler Ready To Continue England Career Despite 'Poor' T20 World Cup

Jos Buttler is refusing to accept his England career is over despite admitting he had a poor tournament at the recent T20 World Cup. Widely regarded as one of the outstanding white-ball batsmen of his generation, Buttler managed just 87 runs in eight innings at the tournament as England reached the semi-finals before losing to co-hosts and eventual champions India. Obviously I had a poor tournament, which is disappointing, Buttler, who remains on an England and Wales central contract, said on hi

19 Mar 2026 2:30 pm
'Ease Yourself Into Practice, I Like Relaxed Attitude,' Says Coach Sangakkara As RR Begin IPL Preparation

Indian Premier League: Head coach Kumar Sangakkara addressed the players and motivated them with his words as the Rajasthan Royals began preparations for the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which will commence on March 28. Sangakkara explained his inclusive approach to coaching, where every player can speak about their concerns and give suggestions. According to the coach, the preparation camp gives a better opportunity to the team management and the players to know each other an

19 Mar 2026 1:56 pm
'He Had Become The Face Of RR: Faf Calls Samson's Move To CSK Massive Thing For IPL

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Faf du Plessis reflected on the impact of Sanju Samsons departure, describing the India wicketkeeper-batsman as the face of the franchise for the last decade, and believes that RR losing Samson is a massive thing for the fans and the tournament. Samson was traded in from RR to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the auction in a major move as the five-time champions traded out Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to Rajasthan.

19 Mar 2026 1:30 pm
'Never Seen PCB This Weak In My Life': Ahmed Shehzad Slams PCB For Lack Of Control

Pakistan Cricket Board: Former cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has strongly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), calling it a weak board and blaming it for giving too much power to a small group of people, which he believes has hurt the teams performance. Pakistan have failed to reach the knockout stage in their last four ICC tournaments, leading to growing criticism of both the players and the board. They crashed out of the Super 8s stage in the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2026. Whenever y

19 Mar 2026 1:22 pm
Lets Welcome New Beginnings With New Dreams: Sachin, Suryakumar Extend Gudi Padwa Wishes

T20 World Cup: Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and Indias T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav extended heartfelt wishes to their friends and family on the occasion of Gudi Padwa, marking the Marathi New Year. Tendulkar shared his festive wishes on X, addressing his fans and wellwishers. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Gudi Padwa and Marathi New Year. May this New Year bring happiness, joy, and prosperity this is my heartfelt prayer. Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yad

19 Mar 2026 1:18 pm
Agarkar Seeks Extension As BCCI Selection Committee Chair Until 2027 ODI WC: Report

T20 World Cup: After India successfully defended their T20 World Cup crown, chairman of the mens senior selection committee Ajit Agarkar has reportedly sought an extension to his tenure until the 2027 ODI World Cup. Agarkar, who has been chairman of the mens senior selection committee since June 2023, got his contract renewed before the start of IPL 2025 after Indias impressive performances, including victories in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy. As per the Times of India re

19 Mar 2026 12:50 pm
IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Appoint Former Ireland All-rounder John Mooney As Fielding Coach

ICC Cricket World Cups: Delhi Capitals have roped in former Ireland all-rounder John Mooney as their new fielding coach ahead of the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, which will commence on March 28. He will join an experienced support staff of Delhi Capitals, which includes Hemang Badani as head coach, former Indian pacer Munaf Patel (bowling coach) and former England player Ian Bell (assistant coach). Venugopal Rao is the team's director in IPL 2026. Mooney, who holds Le

19 Mar 2026 12:24 pm
Dinesh Karthik And Wife Dipika Pallikal Welcome Baby Girl Raaha

World Doubles Squash Championships: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik and squash star Dipika Pallikal have announced the arrival of their baby girl, Raaha Pallikal Karthik, marking a heartwarming expansion of their family. The couple shared the news in a social media announcement that expressed their gratitude and joy as they introduced their baby girl as the younger sister of their twin sons, Kabir and Zian. With blessings in our hearts and gratitude beyond words, we joyfully welc

19 Mar 2026 11:08 am
Afghanistan Cricketers And ACB Officials Visit Kabul Airstrike Victims In Hospital, Express Solidarity

Wazir Akbar Khan Hospital: Representatives of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), along with players from the national squad, visited hospitals in Kabul to check on those hurt in an alleged Pakistani airstrike targeting a medical facility. ODI and Test captain Hashmatullah Shahidi, along with teammates Gulbadin Naib and Qais Ahmad, went to Wazir Akbar Khan Hospital and Kabul Emergency Hospital, where they met with the injured, spoke to survivors, and conveyed their solidarity with the victims a

19 Mar 2026 10:50 am
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Captain Riyan Parag Unveils New Jersey For Upcoming Season

Chennai Super Kings: Inaugural IPL champions Rajasthan Royals unveiled their new jersey for the upcoming 2026 season on Wednesday, with newly-appointed captain Riyan Parag, teenaged batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi among those present to showcase it. The 2008 IPL winners announced the reveal of their jersey in their usual blue and pink colours on Instagram with the caption: New look, same Halla Bol. Jersey: RRevealed. RR will begin their IPL 2026 season against

18 Mar 2026 10:20 pm
Indian Open Squash: Om Semwal Wins Five-game Thriller; Tanvi Khanna Cruises Into Second Round On Day 1

Suraj Kumar Chand: India's Om Semwal came up with a fine performance to win a five-game thriller in the men's section while Tanvi Khanna won her match in straight games in women's section on a mixed day for the hosts in the Indian Open 2026 squash championship that burst into action with high drama on Day 1 at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) courts at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday. On an action-packed opening day headlined by a series of closely fought encounters, Om Semwal defeated S

18 Mar 2026 9:22 pm
Hockey World Cup: India To Meet Pakistan On Aug 19; Women's Team To Start Against China On Aug 16

FIH Hockey World Cup: World No 8 India will meet archrivals Pakistan in a Pool D match at 6.30 pm IST on August 19 in the Men's FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 at the Wagener Hockey Stadium, Amstelveen. India are clubbed together with neighbours and four-time World Cup winner Pakistan in Pool D, along with Wales and England in the four-team Pool from which the top-placed team will qualify for the quarterfinals, while the next two placed teams will figure in Cross-Over matches. After a thrilling draw c

18 Mar 2026 8:52 pm
IPL 2026: We Have To Win And Get That Fourth Star, Says KKR Head Coach Nayar

Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar delivered a clear and unambiguous message to his squad ahead of day one of the sides practice session at the Eden Gardens - the skill is there, the talent is assembled, and now it is time to win their fourth title. Three-time IPL winners KKR will open their 2026 season against five-time champions Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 29. I'm just going to leave you all with one message before the who

18 Mar 2026 8:32 pm
Lifting U19 Womens T20 WC Trophy For Second Time Felt Quite Special, Says Niki Prasad

U19 T20 World Cup: Niki Prasad says lifting the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup trophy for the second time as the sides captain - was an experience like no other and that has only sharpened her hunger to keep winning more titles for India in future. The 2025 U19 Womens T20 World Cup winning team was among the five champion sides felicitated by the BCCI at the recent annual awards in New Delhi on Sunday. All members and coaches received special medals from former players Sudha Shah and Shubhangi K

18 Mar 2026 6:24 pm
IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan To Captain Sunrisers Hyderabad In Pat Cummins' Absence

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the first few matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, standing in for Australian legend Pat Cummins, who is yet to recover from a back injury, the franchise announced on Wednesday. SRH have also stated that No.1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma will be Kishan's deputy during this period. Pat Cummins will miss a few games while recovering from injury. Until he recovers, Ishan Kishan will be the C

18 Mar 2026 5:36 pm
Hopefully I Can Get Back To Playing My Best: Buttler Reflects On His England Future After T20 WC Exit

T20 World Cup: England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler has expressed hope that the T20 World Cup semi-final loss to India was not the final chapter of his international career, though he acknowledged that there are no guarantees regarding selection for Englands upcoming white-ball series in July. Buttler endured a difficult World Cup, scoring just 87 runs across eight innings and managing only one half-century in his last four ICC events. Despite this, he remains optimistic about being part of E

18 Mar 2026 5:14 pm
England's Smith Feels IPL Omission Could Prove To Be A Blessing In Disguise Ahead Of Home Summer

Indian Premier League: England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith believes missing out on a place in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 could prove to be a blessing in disguise, adding that time at home would give him a valuable block of red-ball preparation ahead of the Test summer starting in June against New Zealand. Smith had a difficult Ashes series, managing just 211 runs and a single half-century across five Tests as Australia won 4-1. After going unsold at last years IPL auction, Smith wa

18 Mar 2026 5:00 pm
Virat Definitely Is Still The Heartbeat Of RCB: AB De Villiers

Former Royal Challengers Bangalore: Former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) superstar AB de Villiers has lauded Virat Kohli as the cornerstone of the franchise, emphasising that the Indian batting legend remains central not only for his performances but also for the energy and leadership he brings to the squad. De Villiers highlighted that Kohlis presence continues to inspire the team, particularly the younger players, reinforcing his enduring legacy at RCB. RCB will kick off their IPL 2026 cam

18 Mar 2026 4:36 pm
'Things Will Be Different For Virat This Season,' Says Pathan Ahead Of IPL 2026

Indian Premier League: Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes that the things will be different and more challenging for Indian stalwart Virat Kohli in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain is playing only ODI format and will play his first IPL after taking retirement from the tests last year. Pathan also added that despite Virat's great performance in the ODIs, even after the break, the same will not happen in the

18 Mar 2026 4:32 pm
NZ Pacer Ferguson Credits Adaptability For Fightback In Hamilton T20I Against South Africa

Hamilton T20I: New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson said the Black Caps' adaptability factor was key to them staging a commanding fightback against South Africa in Hamilton, where the hosts levelled the five-match T20I series 1-1. Bowled out for a meagre 91 in the series opener in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, regrouped to post 175/6 on a testing Hamilton pitch, before sealing a 68-run victory in the second match. I think more than anything, we talk a lot about the Black Caps adapting to cond

18 Mar 2026 4:22 pm
'Great Year In Terms Of Doing What I Could For The Team, Says Mandhana After 'Best International Cricketer' Honour

Best International Cricketer: Indias vice captain Smriti Mandhana celebrated a remarkable year after being honoured with the Best International Cricketer (Women) award at the BCCI Naman Awards. The left-handed batter reflected on both her individual contributions and the broader success of Indian cricket, particularly the Womens ODI World Cup victory. It's been a great year. Again, I can't really mention a lot about my own performance because of the way we played the World Cup and winning the Wo

18 Mar 2026 4:18 pm
ICC Rankings: Mehidy Climbs To No. 2 Among ODI All-rounders; Santner Gains Big In T20I

Mehidy Hasan Miraz: Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz has made significant gains in the ODI charts following a string of impressive performances against Pakistan in the recently concluded three-match ODI series at home. Mehidy climbed nine places to move to joint seventh in the ODI bowlers rankings, while also improving two spots to rise to second in the ODI all-rounders list. Mehidy was among Bangladesh's best performers during the recent three-game ODI series against Pakistan at home, with

18 Mar 2026 2:46 pm
Bangladesh Sports Minister To Consult ICC On Team's Future, Investigate BCB Polls And T20 WC Absence

Sports Minister Aminul Haque: Bangladeshs Sports Minister Aminul Haque has confirmed that he will consult with the International Cricket Council (ICC) before making any final decisions regarding the future of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Additionally, he plans to establish a second committee to investigate the reasons behind Bangladeshs absence from this years mens T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Earlier, on March 11, the sports ministry established a committee to investigate allega

18 Mar 2026 2:00 pm
'It's Amazing To Be Recognised Among Legends,' Says Gill After Winning Polly Umrigar Award

Polly Umrigar Award: India's test captain Shubman Gill expressed immense pride and gratitude after being named the winner of the prestigious Polly Umrigar Award for Best International Cricketer (Men) for 2025 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) at the Naman Awards. Gill said that being recognised alongside some of the legends and idols who have previously won the award made the achievement even more special. Obviously, it feels quite amazing to be recognised among cricketers, amo

18 Mar 2026 1:54 pm
'KKRs Top Order Definitely Needs To Fire This Season', Opines L Balaji Ahead Of IPL 2026

Indian Premier League: Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, former India pacer Lakshmipathy Balaji has stressed the importance of Kolkata Knight Riders top order performing consistently if the three-time champions are to challenge for the title. With key players departing after the 2025 season, KKRs batting lineup faces fresh scrutiny, and Balaji believes the responsibility will largely fall on skipper Ajinkya Rahane, Cameron Green, and the teams overseas openers. Balaji suggest

18 Mar 2026 1:40 pm
IPL 2026: Aim Is To Maintain My Mindset And Win As Many Games As I Can For KKR, Says Angkrish Raghuvanshi

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Angkrish Raghuvanshi is well-aware the T20 game is rapidly evolving. Since entering the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) camp in their triumphant 2024 season, where he wowed everyone with his ramp, reverse-sweep and scoop shots to make 163 runs in ten matches, Raghuvanshi had a productive IPL 2025 making 300 runs in 12 games. With IPL 2026 now 10 days away, the element of surprise that served Raghuvanshi, who hit a rapid 54 off 27 balls on his tournament debut, so well will

18 Mar 2026 1:36 pm
Virat Kohli Reaches Bengaluru Ahead Of IPL 2026, Netizens Say, 'The King Arrived In His Kingdom'

Karnataka State Cricket Association: India's talismanic batter Virat Kohli has arrived here in the city to join the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ahead of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is set to commence on March 28. Kohli played a pivotal role in RCB's title-winning campaign last season, scoring 657 runs at a strike rate of 144.71 and a stunning average of 54.75, including eight fifties. The veteran batter would look to continue the form for t

18 Mar 2026 1:16 pm
If I Were With KKR, Id Ask For A Spin-friendly Eden Pitch For Varun & Narine: Faf

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Faf du Plessis has weighed in on Kolkata Knight Riders prospects for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, highlighting the crucial role their spin attack could play after a disappointing campaign last year. KKR, three-time IPL champions, are looking to regroup and rediscover their winning formula. According to du Plessis, much of that success will hinge on how effectively they utilise their two premier s

18 Mar 2026 11:44 am
NSW Rope In Ex-Australia Wicketkeeper Brad Haddin As New Mens Head Coach

Cricket NSW Life Member: Former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has been named the new head coach of New South Wales (NSW). The 48-year-old replaces Greg Shipperd, whose stint ended early despite having a year remaining on his contract. Haddin, whose decorated career as a wicketkeeper batter for Australia, NSW and the Sydney Sixers earned him Cricket NSW Life Member status in 2024, will commence in the role in June. His appointment signifies a return to the state setup more than ten years aft

18 Mar 2026 11:24 am
Available And Looking Forward, Says Australia Captain Molinuex Gives Fitness Update Ahead Of WI T20Is

WI T20Is: Australia skipper Sophie Molineux has confirmed she is fit and eager to return to action ahead of the teams upcoming white-ball tour of the Caribbean against the West Indies, but the exact nature of her involvement has yet to be confirmed as she continues to manage a back injury. The all-rounder had been sidelined recently due to a back injury, which forced her to miss the latter part of Australias ODI series at home against India. However, she is now nearing full fitness and is expect

18 Mar 2026 10:52 am
Former Australian Test Wicketkeeper Haddin To Coach NSW

Former Australian Test wicketkeeper Brad Haddin was appointed head coach of New South Wales on Wednesday, vowing to bring an aura back to the struggling team. Haddin replaces Greg Shipperd who was sacked midway through the season with NSW failing to fire in the domestic Sheffield Shield. He got the nod after reportedly receiving high-level endorsements from former Test captains Mark Taylor and Steve Waugh. Wearing the baggy blue was incredibly special and gave me some of the greatest memories of

18 Mar 2026 10:50 am
Hard To Find Difference Between Israel And Pakistan, Says Naveen Ul Haq After Kabul Air Strikes

Naveen Ul Haq: Afghanistan cricketer Naveen Ul Haq has flayed Pakistan for the air strikes on Kabul that killed 400 people, and said it is hard to find any difference between the attack by Israel and the United States on Iran and that on his country's capital. Hard to find any difference between the Israel and Pakistan regimes. Period, Naveel Ul Haq wrote in a post on his Facebook wall on Tuesday. The Afghanistan pacer was reacting to air strikes by Pakistan forces on a hospital treating drug ad

17 Mar 2026 11:30 pm
Ollie Pope Says Idea England 'Weren't Fussed' About The Ashes Was Tough To Take

Ollie Pope believes the idea England weren't fussed during their woeful Ashes tour of Australia was unfair on the squad but understands why the misperception became lodged in the minds of many fans and pundits. Ben Stokes' tourists went down to a 4-1 series loss to Australia over five Tests in 2025/26, with the troubled campaign still the subject of an England and Wales Cricket Board review. In addition to their poor on-field performance, concerns about the culture of the England squad emerged d

17 Mar 2026 9:51 pm