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Afghanistan had a decent fight in them after a difficult start, but India needed only a few overs to take the game away. Abhishek Sharmas explosive 82 off 32 balls turned the first India vs Afghanistan T20I into a one-sided contest as India chased down 157 with seven wickets and 38 balls to spare at []
South Africa had little trouble finishing what they had started. The Proteas beat Namibia by nine wickets in the third ODI in Windhoek, completing a 3-0 series victory and ending the tour on a high. It was another comfortable performance from a side that looked in control for most of the three matches. The result []
Ben Shelton produced one of the biggest wins of his career at the US Open, beating defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set quarter-final that stretched deep into the New York night. The American came into the match with a difficult record against Alcaraz. He had lost all three of their previous meetings, and the []
The BCCI AGM 2026 is set to be more than a routine annual meeting. With the Board of Control for Cricket in India preparing to meet in Mumbai, one of the most interesting items on the agenda is a proposal that could bring Andaman & Nicobar Islands cricket closer to the national domestic structure. The []
Neha Dhupia has built a career that goes well beyond the traditional Bollywood journey. From winning a major beauty pageant and exploring acting to becoming a familiar face on television and carving out a space as a host and producer, she has embraced several roles throughout her career. The artists journey reflects versatility, confidence and []
India is firmly in the drivers seat in the India vs. Sri Lanka 2nd Test, but the weather has refused to make things easy. After winning the toss and choosing to bat first at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo, India declared 503/9 on Day 2. Sri Lanka was then reduced to 8/2, leaving the []
India arrived in Galle with a new Test captain in Shubman Gill and left with a statement victory. The visitors defeated Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The biggest difference came from the bowling, where Manav Suthar turned the final innings into his own stage []
There was a point in Darwin when this stopped looking like an upset and started looking like something much bigger. Bangladesh had arrived in Australia with little expectation. Four days later, they walked away with their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil, beating the hosts by nine wickets in the opening match of the series. []
Sara Ali Khan has established herself as one of Bollywoods most promising actresses with a filmography that reflects both versatility and steady growth. From her impressive debut to portraying emotionally demanding and relatable characters, Sara has explored a diverse range of genres, including romance, comedy, drama, and socially driven narratives. With every performance, the actress []
Indias Test cricket is entering another intriguing phase. With Shubman Gill now leading the side, the two-match India vs Sri Lanka Test series will allow several players to settle into new roles. The first Test begins in Galle on August 15, and the squad has already undergone a couple of changes due to injuries. Shubman []
For Abishek Porel, the conversation around his name has changed completely. Until recently, the Bengal wicketkeeper-batter was being discussed mainly for his cricket. He had become part of the Delhi Capitals setup, earned opportunities with India A and was regarded as one of the younger players trying to make his way towards the next level. []
Some victories are celebrated for the scoreline. Others are remembered because of what they finally bring to an end. When Pakistan walked off the field at Queens Park Oval, the celebrations were about far more than an eight-wicket win. The visitors had finally ended a three-year wait for an overseas Test victory, drawing the two-match []

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