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India head coach Gautam Gambhir has high praise for Shreyas Iyer. Here's what he said about the Indian batter in Hamilton.

Mohammad Yousuf has urged Babar Azam to pursue specialised coaching in Australia or South Africa. Yousuf expressed concerns over Babar's current batting struggles during the recent tri-series final against Sri Lanka. Despite Pakistan's victory, Babar's lack of significant contributions has raised questions about his form. Calls for Babar to focus on improvement before the upcoming Test series have also been voiced.

After the defeat to New Zealand, Indias captain Shreyas Iyer reflected on the team's performance, admitting flaws in batting, bowling, and fielding. Scoring 191 runs, the team struggled with key partnerships at pivotal moments. New Zealand triumphed due to significant contributions from Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips. Iyer called for enhanced focus on fielding, especially in tough conditions, claiming that although the team lost, valuable lessons were still learned.

Glenn Phillips made headlines by setting the record for the most runs in a bilateral T20I series, scoring 341 runs against India. His series was marked by an impressive century and three half-centuries, showcasing his talent. Despite New Zealand's overall loss of 2-3, the teams last match saw Tim Seifert shine with a fantastic 93, boosting morale as they look to build on this progress.

Despite a seven-wicket defeat in the fifth T20I, India claimed the five-match series 3-2. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer contributed with hard-hitting half-centuries, while Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips steered New Zealand to victory in the final match. Though New Zealand triumphed in this game, India's earlier wins secured their series success, showcasing the competition's intensity and skill on both sides.

Rohit Sharma faces a challenging outing in the nets in Auckland as Team India gears up for the ODI series against New Zealand. Watch the latest training updates and preparations from India's camp ahead of the series.

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma have continued to open the innings and played key roles in India's successful defence of their T20I World Cup title earlier this year.

Virat Kohli turns up the heat in the nets in Auckland! Watch India's batting superstar go big during a training session ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand. Get all the latest updates and exclusive ground coverage from India's tour of New Zealand with Times of India Sports.

Yuvraj, who has mentored Abhishek and shares a close bond with the left-handed batter, pointed to the way he encourages younger players as one of the signs of his leadership qualities.

Manisha Bhanwala said these words with a smile a day after creating history at the World Wrestling Championships on Friday. The wrestler from Jind, Haryana, had just become the first Indian woman to win a gold medal at the World Championships. Perhaps there is something special about this town - Jind. Manisha is not the only athlete from Jind to make the country proud this year.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was once again left out of the playing XI. The teenager has featured in only two matches in the series, coming into the side when Ishan Kishan was injured. India have already taken an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. They won the first three matches to seal the series before New Zealand bounced back with an 87-run victory in the fourth T20I.

Tilak Varma could get valuable red-ball exposure in the third India A game against New Zealand A before joining the ODI squad, while Jasprit Bumrah is set to fly to New Zealand after completing routine assessments at the BCCI CoE. Rishabh Pant's return, however, remains uncertain.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bring the fun and energy in Auckland! Catch the lighter moments, camaraderie and behind-the-scenes vibes as India's star duo shares some fun time during the New Zealand tour.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma stepped up their ODI preparations at Eden Park, but it was Auqib Nabi who grabbed attention with an impressive spell, troubling both senior batters with movement in the air and off the pitch. While Kohli focused on attacking intent and finished with high-intensity sprints, Rohit had a light-hearted Karan Aujla moment with local cricketers.

India defeated Sri Lanka 54-20 to win the inaugural mens Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad. Aditya Shinde led the attack with 10 raid points, while Yogesh Dahiya impressed in defence. India completed a historic double after the womens team also won gold earlier. The men finished unbeaten, securing eight victories throughout the tournament.

The film industry is mourning the sudden loss of filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, who died after suffering a head injury at his residence in Mumbai. Tributes have flooded in from fellow artists and friends, underscoring his significant influence on their careers. At his funeral held at the Versova crematorium, close associates like Sanjay Dutt and Milap Zaveri reflected on Gupta's remarkable contributions, leaving the cinema world facing a profound loss.

The draft list of nominations has been released for the 2026 IOA Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) elections, scheduled for November 9. The list contains 27 candidates15 men and 12 womenincluding prominent sporting names such as Gagan Narang, PT Usha, Saina Nehwal, Yogeshwar Dutt and Anju Bobby George.

Azam Khan was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate just after being released from Rampur jail. He had spent nearly 11 months in custody due to legal issues. His son, Abdullah Azam, was released simultaneously but was not taken into custody. The arrest relates to a 2019 case involving allegations of financial wrongdoing and land-grabbing activities. Khan responded emotionally, asserting that his arrest is due to his identity as a Muslim.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of treason against the nation and the Constitution of India. Addressing an INDIA bloc mock parliament in Delhi, Kharge levelled six allegations against the CEC, including claims of large-scale voter deletions during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), changes to voter registration rules and alleged interference in the Election Commission's functioning. He also accused Kumar of favouring the ruling BJP a

Police remain deployed around Polands Constitutional Tribunal as the countrys institutional crisis increasingly spills from courtrooms and government offices onto the streets of Warsaw. Officers were stationed around the tribunal after protesters breached a security perimeter during chaotic scenes outside the building. Three people were detained, while police say objects were thrown at officers as demonstrators attempted to enter the tribunal grounds. Protesters returned the following day as Pre

Chasing a target of 288, Australia were bowled out for 111 in the second session on the final day. The result also took South Africa above Australia to the top of the Test world rankings for the first time since January 2016.

North Korea has developed a sophisticated cyberwar machine enabling it to target financial institutions worldwide. The country's state-sponsored hackers increasingly rely on social engineering and malware to infiltrate cryptocurrency companies. Cyber operations are essential for generating funds due to international sanctions and economic isolation. Reports suggest that North Korea has stolen billions in cryptocurrency through extensive cybercriminal activity. These actions directly support its