Can Gloucestershire replicate emotional maiden Blast title?
All the contenders in the South Group, as the Vitality Blast returns for the 2025 season
Change of format, change of fortune for beleaguered Lancashire?
The runners and riders in the North Group as the T20 Blast prepares to get underway
India win gold in mixed relay; four others bag silver at Asian Athletics Championships
India showcased a dominant performance at the 26th Asian Athletics Championship, securing a gold medal in the 4x400m mixed relay with a time of 3:18.12sec. Tejaswin Shankar (decathlon) and Praveen Chithravel (triple jump) added to the medal tally with silver medals. Rupal Chaudhary, Pooja, and Yoonus Shah also contributed with individual silver and bronze medals, respectively, bolstering India's overall success.
French Open: Iga Swiatek beats Emma Raducanu to extend her bid for a 4th straight title
Iga Swiatek defeated Emma Raducanu in the French Open second round. Swiatek won with a score of 6-1, 6-2. This victory extends Swiatek's winning streak at the tournament to 23 matches. Swiatek has won all ten sets played against Raducanu. Despite past successes, Swiatek faced recent challenges, including early exits in Stuttgart and Rome.
PBKS vs RCB: Top two teams with similar past and present look to outsmart each other in Qualifier 1
The IPL 2025 Playoffs begin tonight with Punjab Kings facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Both teams aim for a direct spot in the final. PBKS and RCB had similar league stage performances. Key players return from injury, but some will miss out. Shreyas Iyer will look to perform against Virat Kohli and RCB's bowlers.
The Kings march to uncharted territory with renewed confidence
Under the dynamic captain-coach partnership ofShreyas Iyer and Ricky Ponting,PBKS has broken a decade-longplayoff drought. And now, its a chance to go where noPunjab team has gone before and give its loyal fans, who for years have been cast down by mid-table mediocrity, a chance to feel what it means to lift the coveted trophy
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India wins gold in 4x400m mixed relay at Asian Athletics Championships
AMN/ WEB DESK India has successfully defended its 4x400m mixed relay title at the Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea today. The Indian quartet, Rupal Choudhary, Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan, Vishal TK, and Subha Venkatesan, clocked 3 minutes 18.12 seconds to win gold, comfortably ahead of China at 3:20.52 and Sri Lanka at 3:21.95. This []
Ravindra Jadeja reveals two Mahendras behind his success
Ravindra Jadeja credits two influential figures named Mahendra, both from Bihar, for shaping his cricket career. He highlights his childhood coach, Mahendra Singh Chauhan, for instilling a strong emphasis on fitness and fielding. Jadeja also praises MS Dhoni's unparalleled greatness and Virat Kohli's relentless pursuit of victory in Test cricket, emphasizing his positive approach.
RCB vs PBKS, IPL 2025, Qualifier 1: Quick singles from Mullanpur
RCB vs PBKS, IPL 2025, Qualifier 1: Quick singles from Mullanpur
'Lashkar bhi tumhara ... ': Vinesh Phogat's bold reply to Brij Bhushan Singh
Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have strongly criticised Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh after a Delhi court dismissed the POCSO Act case against him. Punia highlighted Singh's celebratory roadshow despite six other sexual harassment cases still pending. He alleges continued pressure on the remaining female wrestlers to withdraw their complaints.
PIX: Alcaraz survives Marozsan scare; Musetti advances
Musetti makes light work of lucky loser Galan
Inter to don unseen kit for Champions League final
The Italians, however, did not opt for their second strip -- white shirts with blue details -- choosing to wear the third kit instead, a golden yellow shirt with black details and black shorts.
Punjab Police on high alert for smooth conduct of IPL playoff matches in Mullanpur
Mullanpur, New Chandigarh will host key Indian Premier League matches. These include Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator. Punjab police have heightened security due to recent India-Pakistan tensions. Extensive security measures are in place around the stadium. Mock drills are being conducted to ensure preparedness. Authorities aim to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
Pakistan opt to bat against Bangladesh to kick off Hesson era
Bangladesh picked the same XI that played the third T20I against UAE in Sharjah last week
Why no Shreyas Iyer for England tour? Coach Gautam Gambhir opens up
Why no Shreyas Iyer for England tour? Coach Gautam Gambhir opens up
French Open: Retiring Gasquet faces Sinner challenge
'Beautiful draw': Retiring Gasquet meets Sinner in French Open swansong
Asian Athletics Championships: Mixed 4x400 relay team retains gold
Pooja, Rupal, Tejaswin, Praveen finish second; Vishal clocks personal best
Tejaswin satisfied with silver, Vishal disappointed at missing podium
Norway's Casper Ruud, the French Open runner-up in 2022 and 2023, crashed out of the tournament in the second round on Wednesday after losing 2-6, 6-4, 6-1, 6-0 to unseeded Nuno Borges of Portugal.
Evenly matched Punjab Kings and RCB fight for ticket to finale
While Hazlewood is set to return to action for RCB, David is unlikely to play due to injury
Three Indian pugilists advance to Thailand Open semis
Tamanna, Priya, and Deepak enter semifinals of Thailand Open boxing
Sunshine, Imperador Juracan, Tropical Paradise, Sicyon and Challenge Accepted excel
PBKS, RCB captains offer a study in contrast
GB Cricket team one step closer to fruition for Los Angeles Olympics
Players from England, Scotland and Northern Ireland could all contribute to men's and women's campaigns
Meet Archana Sankaranarayanan, Indias deepest female freediver
From working in a law firm to breaking national records in freediving, Archana Sankaranarayanan is redefining what is possible in underwater adventures
French Open: Paolini ousts Tomljanovic, enters Round 3
Nadal touch helps Paolini reach French Open third round
Asian Athletics: India win gold in mixed relay
In other results, Vishal Thennarasu Kayalvizhi ran a personal best of 45.57s in the men's 400m but that could only fetch him a fourth-place finish.
Delhi FC, SC Bengaluru I-League relegation on hold
IPL 2025 | Rishabh Pants ability and calibre are unquestionable: Zaheer
Fonseca credits Guga for Brazilian fans at French Open
One of the rising stars of the men's tour, Fonseca shocked ninth seed Andrey Rublev on his Grand Slam main draw debut at the Australian Open in January and became the youngest Brazilian to win an ATP tournament at the Argentina Open the following month.
Punjab Kings, RCB aim to take a step closer to the summit
South Africa's SA20 continues to grow in season 3, breaks viewership, attendance records
Betway SA20 Season 3 sees unprecedented growth in South Africa. The league experiences a surge in attendance and viewership. Digital platforms also record significant increases in followers and engagement. MI Cape Town wins the title. The league contributes to youth development and social impact initiatives. Season 4 is scheduled to begin on December 26, 2025.
Dale Benkenstein leaves Lancashire as Steven Croft takes over as head coach
Winless club opt for change at the top ahead of T20 Blast campaign, which begins on Thursday
The IPL 2025 season witnessed a mix of emerging stars and disappointing performances from established teams. While young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya shone with record-breaking centuries, teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals faltered despite boasting strong lineups. Sai Sudharsan's consistent run-scoring earned him a Test call-up, while Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings showed signs of resurgence.
Jamie Smith to open as England, West Indies embark on another ODI reboot
Brook's first outing as white-ball captain comes after twin disasters at 2023 World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy
MLC: Aim is to get cricket in NCAA, says Seattle Orcas CEO Hemant Dua
Seattle Orcas CEO Hemant Dua believes cricket will carve out a space for itself in the USA. He says if Major League Cricket (MLC) along with the other stakeholders can work hand in hand, then sky is the limit for cricket's expansion in the US. In a free-wheeling interview with TimesofIndia.com, Dua spoke at length about the various issues, the challenges, the ambition, and how MLC is taking its baby steps in the USA.
Virat Kohlis new pitch isnt cricket but he is interested in bowling! Check what's his latest bet
Virat Kohli investments: The World Bowling League (WBL) has received a significant boost with Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli joining as a strategic investor. Kohli's involvement aims to elevate the sport, recognizing its untapped business potential. Los Angeles Dodgers' Mookie Betts has already invested in a team, and the WBL is set to unveil franchises and schedules for its mixed-gender team events.
IPL playoffs: Shreyas Iyer's tact up against RCB's flair in battle of equals
Punjab Kings are set to clash with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1. Shreyas Iyer's leadership faces a big test. Punjab Kings enter the playoffs after a long gap. RCB aims to break their title drought. Both teams view this match as a crucial step. Punjab's batting looks strong with Prabhsimran Singh and others.
Photos: RCB beat LSG by six wickets to seal place in Qualifier 1
Lucknow: Royal Challengers Bengaluru pulled off a stunning six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants to seal a place in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League match here on Tuesday. Set an imposing target of 228, Virat Kohli blazed away to a 30-ball 54 before Jitesh Sharma (85 off 33 balls) and Mayank Agarawal (41 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 .
Haider Ali The fruit seller who refused to let go of his cricket dream
Haider Ali's journey from a small Pakistani village to the UAE national cricket team is a testament to his unwavering resilience. Overcoming obstacles like working as a waiter, selling fruits during the pandemic, and surviving a near-fatal accident, he persevered to chase his cricketing dream.
Ntuli and Mondol clash in heated on-field scuffle in Emerging Test
The match officials are yet to take any immediate action as the protocol requires the on-field umpires to submit a report before any sanctions can be announced
Virat Kohli primed to banish years of heartache in IPL playoffs
Virat Kohli is aiming to finally secure an IPL title as Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter the playoffs, facing Punjab Kings. Kohli, driven by the memory of past final defeats, is seeking to end his trophy drought.
'Jitesh Sharma was spectacular': Mayank Agarwal after RCB's win vs LSG
'Jitesh Sharma was spectacular': Mayank Agarwal after RCB's win vs LSG
Zaheer Khan: 'Rishabh Pant's calibre and ability never in doubt'
Zaheer Khan: 'Rishabh Pant's calibre and ability never in doubt'
IPL 2025: What went wrong for Delhi Capitals?
IPL 2025: What went wrong for Delhi Capitals?
IPL 2025: What went wrong for Lucknow Super Giants?
IPL 2025: What went wrong for Lucknow Super Giants?
IPL 2025: Jitesh Sharma breaks MS Dhoni's record in RCB's thumping win
Royal Challengers Bangalore clinched a Qualifier 1 spot in IPL 2025, triumphing over Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets. Chasing a challenging 227-3, RCB's Jitesh Sharma's explosive 85 off 33 balls and key contributions from Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal secured the win.
Satwik-Chirag make winning return; Lakshya retires hurt
Singapore, May 28: Indias top mens doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made a winning return, while there was heartbreak for Lakshya Sen, who was forced to retire midway through his opening round clash at the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament here on Wednesday. Back on court for the first time since their withdrawal from the All England Open in March due to Chirags back injury, the former world No.1 displayed no signs of rust as they [] The post Satwik-Chirag make winning return; Lakshya retires hurt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rishabh Pant, LSG handed heavy fine after IPL match against RCB
Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant has been penalised Rs 30 lakh for a slow over rate during their defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Other playing XI members, including the Impact Player, received a Rs 12 lakh fine. This marks LSG's third over-rate offence this season.
IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant, LSG fined for slower over rate against RCB
In May 27th match, hosts LSG went down by six wickets despite Pant's magnificent 118 not out off 61 balls to sign off the season with a loss.
Pant discloses plans to prepare for England tour after disappointing IPL
Rishabh Pant, after his IPL stint, aims to recharge before the England Test tour, reflecting on Lucknow Super Giants' injury-hit season despite his brilliant century in the final fixture. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a thrilling win, propelled by Jitesh Sharma's explosive innings and Mayank Agarwal's contribution.
'Best innings of the season' - Moody, Abhinav marvel at Jitesh's blitz
When he walked in to bat, RCB had a 21.09% chance of a win according to ESPNcricinfo's forecaster. He finished the game with eight balls to spare
IPL 2025: RCB's Jitesh Sharma reveals inspiration behind unbeaten knock
Jitesh Sharma's explosive, unbeaten 85 propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record-breaking chase against Lucknow Super Giants. Overcoming cramps and a couple of close calls, Jitesh credited his mentor Dinesh Karthik's advice for his match-winning knock. Bengaluru's victory secured their flawless away record and paved their path to a top-two finish.
Erigaisi hands world champion Gukesh second defeat in two days in Norway Chess
In Norway Chess, Arjun Erigaisi defeated D Gukesh. Hikaru Nakamura stunned Magnus Carlsen in the Armageddon tie-break. Erigaisi and Nakamura are now joint leaders. Anna Muzychuk won against Koneru Humpy in the women's section. Lei Tingjie and Ju Wenjun won their Armageddon games. The tournament witnessed intense competition and surprising results. Indian players faced mixed fortunes in the event.
PIX: Monfils unleashes the magic in another 5-set epic
Gael Monfils thrilled the Roland Garros crowd with his 12th five-set victory at the French Open on Tuesday before revealing that he does not enjoy having to dig himself out of deep holes at Grand Slams.
RCB register multiple records including an IPL-first in win vs LSG
Royal Challengers Bengaluru created IPL history by winning all seven away matches in the 2025 season, propelled by Jitesh Sharma's unbeaten 85, securing a six-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants. RCB chased down a formidable 228, marking their highest successful chase and finishing second in the points table. This win sets up a Qualifier 1 clash with Punjab Kings.
LSG skipper Rishabh Pant fined Rs 30 lakh over Lucknow's slow over-rate against RCB
Rishabh Pant, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain, faced a Rs 30 lakh fine due to his team's slow over-rate against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). This marked LSG's third over-rate offence this IPL season, leading to additional fines for the playing XI members.
Watch: Kohli, Anushka exchange kisses after RCB's record chase vs LSG
Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched a spot in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1, defeating Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets while chasing a target of 228. Virat Kohli's rapid 54 and a crucial partnership between Jitesh Sharma and Mayank Agarwal propelled RCB to victory.
EXPLAINED: Why Jitesh was adjudged not out despite being outside the crease?
In a thrilling IPL 2025 match, a controversial run-out attempt by LSG's Digvesh Rathi against RCB's Jitesh Sharma sparked debate. Rathi's attempt at the non-striker's end was deemed invalid under MCC Law 38.3, as he had completed his bowling action. Despite Rishabh Pant's sporting gesture to withdraw the appeal, the third umpire's review confirmed the decision.
Marsh and Kohli move into top five on the Orange Cap table
There was no major shuffle on Purple Cap table, which is led by Noor Ahmad
Who won yesterday's IPL clash? Here's RCB vs LSG match report
Jitesh Sharma's explosive innings propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a stunning six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants in their final group stage match. Chasing a daunting 229, RCB's Mayank Agarwal and Sharma forged an unbeaten 107-run partnership, securing the third-highest successful run chase in IPL history. Earlier, Rishabh Pant's magnificent century powered Lucknow to a formidable total.
IPL, county cricket or nets at home: how the Australians have prepared for the WTC final
More than half the squad have played some competitive cricket over since the end of last season
Pakistan, Bangladesh look to future with World Cup on horizon
The 2009 world champions Pakistan have endured a significant downturn in the last 12 months and crashed out in the first round of the World Cup in 2024
We haven't achieved anything yet: PBKS head coach Ponting
Punjab Kings convincingly thrashed Mumbai Indians by seven wickets to ensure a top two finish in the play-offs and two chances to enter the final of IPL
Haryana wrestlers rule the roost
Judge in Maradona's homicide trial stands down amid scandal
Judge Julieta Makintach stood down from the case after a video surfaced in recent days showing her apparently being interviewed by a camera crew as part of a documentary in the corridors of the Buenos Aires courthouse and in her office.
Archery squad for World youth championships
The archers were selected after a three-day trialconducted at the Army Sports Institute, Pune
Old friends, new goals: Messi, Suarez in Uruguayan club venture
From their glory days at Barcelona to reuniting at Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez have now brought their enduring partnership into a new chapter, co-founding Deportivo LSM, a club set to compete in professional Uruguayan football.
Werder Bremen fires coach Ole Werner after he declined to extend his contract
French Open PIX: Gauff, Djokovic win; Medvedev exits
Coco Gauff forgot to bring her rackets to the court but reminded her rivals of her French Open title ambitions with a commanding win while Daniil Medvedev lost his composure on a cold and blustery Tuesday as he crashed out in the opening round.
Jitesh 85* trumps Pant 118* as RCB make Qualifier 1
Jitesh added an unbeaten 107 with Agarwal, who scored 41 not out, to complete an unlikely chase
Transitions are difficult but Gill and Pant make it exciting
Digvesh Rathi attempts Mankad against Jitesh Sharma, Rishabh Pant does this
Jitesh Sharma's captain's knock propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their highest successful IPL chase against Lucknow Super Giants, securing a top-two finish. The match included drama with a 'Mankad' appeal that was ultimately withdrawn by LSG captain Rishabh Pant. Pant had earlier scored a century, but Sharma's unbeaten 85 led RCB to victory.
IPL 2025 | Gills clarity and decision-making as captain are excellent: GTs Coetzee
RCB stun LSG with 6-wicket win, enter Qualifier 1, to face PBKS
Lucknow: Stand-in skipper Jitesh Sharma conjured up a sensational unbeaten 85 to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru trump Rishabh Pants exceptional 118 and seal the teams place in the IPL Qualifier 1 with a sensational six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants, here Tuesday. The Royal Challengers will now face Punjab Kings in the Qualifier 1 at 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 .
RCB to face PBKS in Qualifier 1, MI vs GT in Eliminator
RCB secured a berth in Qualifier 1 with a thrilling win in their last league game
Playoffs lineup confirmed: PBKS take on RCB in Qualifier 1; GT face MI in Eliminator
The IPL 2025 playoffs are set to commence with Punjab Kings facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1, while Gujarat Titans will battle Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator. These matches, held in Ahmedabad and Mullanpur, will determine which teams advance to the final. The remaining teams will compete for the coveted IPL title.
IPL 2025 LSG vs RCB: Bengaluru beat Lucknow by six wickets to seal place in Qualifier 1
Set an imposing target of 228, Virat Kohli blazed away to a 30-ball 54 before Jitesh Sharma (85 off 33 balls) and Mayank Agarawal (41 off 23) added 107 runs for the fifth wicket to seal a terrific result for the side heading into the playoffs
Litton: Bangladesh's focus is only on the result, not the opposition
The Bangladesh captain wants them to apply their learnings from the recent defeats to UAE
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Lucknow Super Giants in a thrilling match. Jitesh Sharma's brilliant innings led RCB to victory. He scored an unbeaten 85. Mayank Agarwal supported him with 41 runs. Virat Kohli also contributed with 54 runs. Earlier, Rishabh Pant smashed a century for LSG. However, RCB chased down the target and won.
RCB beat Lucknow Super Giants, to face Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a high-scoring match. LSG scored 227/3, led by Rishabh Pant's century. RCB chased the target, finishing at 231/3. Virat Kohli scored 54, and RCB's captain hit an unbeaten 85. RCB secured a top-two position and will play Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1.
Digvesh Rathi Mankads Jitesh Sharma, but Rishabh Pant withdraws appeal
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a crucial top-two finish in a high-stakes IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants. LSG posted a formidable 227/3, highlighted by Rishabh Pant's explosive century. RCB's successful chase, their highest ever in IPL history, was marked by a controversial Mankad appeal that was later withdrawn. Jitesh Sharma's blistering 85* and Mayank Agarwal's support propelled RCB to victory.
Annoyed! Anushka Sharma can't hide disappointment as Virat Kohli walks back
Virat Kohli achieved his 63rd IPL fifty against Lucknow Super Giants in 2025, surpassing David Warner for the most half-centuries in IPL history. Rishabh Pant's explosive, unbeaten 118 propelled LSG to a massive 227. Despite Kohli's milestone and a strong start, RCB faltered after his dismissal, leaving Anushka Sharma visibly disappointed as the team struggled to chase the target.
Singapore Open: Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu & Prannoy enter their respective Singles second round
In Badminton, ace Indian shuttlers, P V Sindhu and H. S. Prannoy have advanced to the Singles second round of the Singapore Open. In Womens singles today, Sindhu defeated Wen Yu Zhang of Canada, 21-14, 21-9 in the first round of the tournament in Singapore. However, Malvika Bansod suffered a first-round defeat as she lost []
As of now, I have short-term goals - like, every couple of months, as to what Im playing. Its just that I want to play the Nationals, which is in August. And whatever PSA [tournaments] that I can get into and play. And I just want to enjoy it more now. Its just really selecting and playing what is good for me and what I can prepare better for
Virat Kohli creates history, breaks massive T20 franchise record
Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first cricketer to score 9,000 T20 runs for a single franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This feat was accomplished during the match against Lucknow Super Giants, combining his IPL and Champions League T20 performances. Kohli's consistent form this season sees him leading RCB's scoring charts with 548 runs.
Chaubey meets Udhayanidhi to discuss roadmap for womens football development in TN
Anushka Sharma's reaction to Rishabh Pant's century breaks the internet
Rishabh Pant's explosive century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the final league game of IPL 2025 propelled Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to a formidable 230. Pant's 54-ball hundred, his fastest in IPL, revived his form after a dismal season. Anushka Sharma's reaction in the stands went viral as RCB faced a daunting chase to secure a top-two finish.
Rishabh Pant slams ton without Sanjiv Goenka watching
Rishabh Pant's explosive, unbeaten century (118* off 61) and Mitchell Marsh's powerful 67 propelled Lucknow Super Giants to a formidable 227/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Pant, after a period of patchy form, rediscovered his rhythm, smashing 11 fours and 8 sixes, while Marsh continued his impressive run-scoring. Their game-changing 152-run partnership set the stage for LSG's imposing total.
Pant's 118* sets RCB 228 to seal top-two spot
Marsh scored 67 off 37 before he was subbed out in the second innings
