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The skipper smashes 84 off 44 deliveries and puts on 118 for the opening wicket with Sai Sudharsan as the visitor amasses 229 for four; the leggie bamboozles the Royals batters with a four-for after Rabada and Siraj account for the dangerous JaiSoorya pair
What truly sets this years competition apart from past seasons is the absence of a runaway leader in batting or bowling; the contests in both disciplines look set to go down to the wire
In this conversation with The Hindu, Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan discusses about LSG and KKRs resurgence in the last few matches and also talks about CSK facing LSG on Sundays afternoon fixture and the sides chances to make it to the Playoffs going forward in the tournament.
A victory would significantly strengthen Super Kings hopes of securing a playoff berth; Super Giants, languishing in 10th place, will be determined to put on a show in their remaining games
The Mumbai lad reveals that meaningful chats with Shreyas and a heart-to-heart conversation with head coach Ricky Ponting kept him in the right frame of mind
Despite writing several letters to the All India Chess Federation, the Chess Olympiad medallist is yet to receive the payment, forcing him to seek intervention from the Sports Ministry
The DCs Director of Cricket said that individuals in the batting department havent taken responsibility
In a 15-page notice, the WFI alleged that Vinesh's conduct had caused national embarrassment, damaged the image of Indian wrestling and violated multiple rules and regulations
Allen's explosive knock kept KKR alive in the playoff race
Saudi freediver Salma Shaker is redefining depth both, in the ocean and in public perception as she breaks records and challenges stereotypes
With eight points from 11 matches, DC are eighth on the table, while KKR revived their playoff hopes, moving to seventh with nine points from 10 outings, though their road to the knockouts still remains difficult
The biggest World Cup in history kicks off on June 11 in Mexico City, where Grammy Award-winning Mexican pop band Mana will be performing as part of a lineup that also includes Alejandro Fernandez and Belinda
Italian legend Ancelotti took over as Brazil coach last year and oversaw the five-time world champions successful qualification for next months World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico
On social media, Valverde initially called it a meaningless fight with a teammate and said everything has been blown out of proportion
During the run-chase of RCB, Prince struck early to remove Kohli cheaply as LSG registered a thrilling nine-run victory in a high-scoring contest
India will face hosts China in the quarterfinal; Indias entry was confirmed after the Philippines and Chinese Taipei failed to win their final head-to-head Group C match by a margin of 12 goals or more
The 19-year-old has turned heads in Germany with his catalogue of spectacular goals and dazzling dribbles. His game isnt fully formed yet, but his breakthrough season in the Bundesliga suggests that there are seemingly no limits to just how good he can get
The 64 shuttler isnt the quintessential prodigy. He did not win a National Championship in any age category. But he has beaten the worlds best in recent weeks, showing he belongs on the big stage. What does the 21-year-old need to contend for badmintons most prestigious tournaments?
Opting to bowl, KKR spinners led by Sunil Narine strangled Delhi Capitals in the middle overs on a tacky surface to restrict them to 142/8
Referring to the dropped catches in the loss toSRH, the RR head coach said that the recently installed LED lights at the SawaiMansinghStadium required fielders to adjust
Princes display also earned him plaudits from rival skipper Rajat Patidar
The Gujarat Titans assistant coach highlights the pressure created by Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada in recent matches
CRICKET | The match-up between Gujarat Titans pace attack against the marauding batters from Rajasthan Royals could define who wins this crucial game
Gukesh is tied fourth with 18 more rounds to come in the blitz section that follows the rapid event
Villa advanced 4-1 on aggregate and will face German club Freiburg in the May 20 final in Istanbul
The world No.4 pair of Satwik and Chirag Shetty, the Asian Games champions, were part of the Indian team that recently claimed a bronze medal in the Thomas Cup in Denmark
The lifting of restrictions should clear the way for athletes from Belarus to compete freely under their own flag and anthem, including in team sports, and allow them to take part in all qualifying events starting later this year for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
The players have targeted the upcoming French Open for reducing players share of revenue to an alleged 15% compared to the 22% at ATP and WTA events like the Italian Open
Williamson has 9,461 runs at an average of 54.7 in 108 Test matches, and said in December he was considering retirement
Spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule also heaped praise on Cooper Connolly for his blistering, unbeaten century
Skipper Rishabh Pant also made a quickfire 10-ball 32 not out
For the South African as well as the franchise, the 19th edition has been a mixed bag
His 222 runs have come at a strike rate of 166.91, while his seven wickets have arrived at an economy of 10.39 in a tournament where bowlers have routinely been sent on leather hunts
Asked about Varun Chakaravarthys return to form, Bravo said that a small break due to injury was needed for the spinner to refresh mentally
This is nearly do-or-die territory, with DC languishing at seventh spot with eight points in 10 matches and KKR, which has played a game fewer, at eighth with seven points.
A free kick that should have led to a second yellow card for handball by Paris Saint-Germain defender Nuno Mendes was overturned after just 29 minutes when Bayern badly needed a way back into Wednesday's game
After defeating Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov, Gukesh played out a quick draw with Wesley So to move to six points with three rounds still to go in the Super Rapid & Blitz event of the Grand Chess Tour
Cummins spell of two for 34 had a big role in SRHs 33-run win over PBKS

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