It has not always been rosy behind the scenes at Punjab Kings, revealed the franchise's former player Irfan Pathan.
Jannik Sinner, Defending Champ Jakub Mensik Advance To Third Round At Miami Open
World number two Jannik Sinner made a smooth start Saturday at the Miami Open, where defending champion Jakub Mensik shook off a horrible first set to win his opening match.
PSG Sweep Past Nice To Reclaim Top Spot In Ligue 1
Paris Saint-Germain reclaimed top spot in Ligue 1 with a dominant 4-0 victory over 10-man Nice on Saturday.
Liverpool, Chelsea Slip Up In Champions League Race
Chelsea failed to take advantage of another Liverpool stumble in the race to qualify for next season's Champions League on Saturday, hammered 3-0 by Everton to remain outside the top five.
AC Milan Move To Within Five Points Of Serie A Leaders Inter Milan
AC Milan closed the gap separating them from Serie A leaders Inter Milan to five points as they beat Torino 3-2 at the San Siro on Saturday.
Max Verstappen Runs Foul Of Nuerburgring Stewards On F1 Break
Max Verstappen took a break from a frustrating Formula One season by driving in a four-hour race at the Nuerburgring in Germany on Saturday where he won only to be disqualified.
Trouble In SRH? Ishan Kishan Receives Fiery Send-Off From Teammate During Practice Match - Video
Sunrisers Hyderabad stand-in captain Ishan Kishan received a heated send-off from teammate Zeeshan Ansari during a practice match on Saturday.
King and Garth star as Australia seal 2-0 series win despite Matthews scare
King's 2 for 25 sealed victory after Matthews' half-century gave West Indies hope in the chase
Do-Teen Hazaar Runs: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Funny Response To Reporter Leaves Everyone In Splits
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will grab a lot of eyeballs during the Indian Premier League 2026. The southpaw shone last season with a terrific piece of batting.
Brendon McCullum Drawn Towards Those Who Enjoy A Beer: Explosive Report Emerges On England Coach
Despite England head coach Brendon McCullum retaining his role, he now faces scrutiny due to damning allegations about the team's culture during the Ashes.
LeBron James breaks record for most NBA games played
He's got to be insane, 27-year-old teammate Austin Reaves said of James's continued appetite for excellence. Can't be normal things going on in his brain to do it so well at such a high level.
Duplantis wins fourth World Indoor Championship gold
Armand Duplantis wins his fourth pole vault world indoor title with a championship record 6.25m clearance at the World Indoor Athletics Championships ... Duplantis wins fourth World Indoor Championship gold
How Jimenez thrives from stuttering penalty style
BBC Sport looks at how Raul Jimenez has become the Premier League penalty king. How Jimenez thrives from stuttering penalty style
'Not good enough' Rosenior rues Chelsea mistakes
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior says he is disappointed in his side's performance against Everton after they gifted goals to the opposition. 'Not good enough' Rosenior rues Chelsea mistakes
Harry Kane Moves Closer To Bundesliga Goals Record As Bayern Munich Sink Union Berlin
Serge Gnabry bagged a brace and Harry Kane inched closer to the Bundesliga single-season goals record as Bayern Munich beat Union Berlin 4-0 at home on Saturday.
Liverpool's Downward Spiral Continues In Premier League With 2-1 Loss To Brighton
Liverpool's troubles in the Premier League intensified with a 2-1 loss at Brighton on Saturday.
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Derby clash could define La Liga title race
Real Madrid faces a crucial La Liga test against Atletico Madrid, trailing Barcelona by four points with ten rounds left. A win is vital for Real to stay in contention, especially if Barcelona falters. Both Madrid clubs are buoyed by Champions League progression, with Real seeking revenge for an earlier league defeat to Atletico.
Aryna Sabalenkas war of words reveals the toll of tenniss nonstop grind
World Number One Aryna Sabalenka clashed with Dubai Tournament Director Salah Tahlak over player welfare and the demanding tennis calendar. Sabalenka criticized Tahlak's call for harsher penalties on withdrawals, highlighting the relentless grind and lack of player protection. This dispute underscores the ongoing tension between player well-being and the sport's packed schedule.
Gulf's decades-long strategy of sporting investment rocked by Mideast war
The ongoing war in the Middle East has halted the Gulf's ambitious plans to host major international sporting events. Millions of dollars invested in bringing global competitions like football and Formula One to the region are now at risk. This disruption has caused significant reputational damage.
Switch on, let's not waste even a minute of any session: Kohli to RCB teammates
Virat Kohli urged Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammates to maintain intensity for their IPL title defense, emphasizing no wasted minutes in training. Head coach Andy Flower expressed satisfaction with the squad, highlighting the challenge of being reigning champions and aiming for another win. The team is set to open their campaign at home.
Anurag Thakur Points Out The Best Thing About NDTV DP World PGTI Pro-Am
Lok Sabha MP Anurag Thakur praised NDTV DP World PGTI Pro-Am Golf and advised the state governments to invest in the sport.
Reeza Hendricks replaces Johnson Charles at Karachi Kings for PSL 2026
Hendricks joins an experienced overseas contingent at Kings that includes Warner, Zampa, Moeen and Waseem
IPL 2026 Countdown: Rajasthan Royals has the task of filling Sanju Samsons big shoes
The young batters should fire in unison to ensure the former captains absence isnt felt; skipper Parag has a tough job on his hands; the addition of Jadeja and Bishnoi bolsters the spin department
ISL | First-half blitz helps Punjab FC drub Kerala Blasters FC
ISL | Back at home, Chennaiyin FC eyes improved attacking display against FC Goa
Sunil Gavaskar's Sharp Response To Criticism For Attending Pakistani Show
Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has responded to criticism over appearing on the guest panel of a Pakistan-based cricket show during Asia Cup 2025.
Not Cameron Green Or Angkrish Raghuvanshi: R Ashwin Urges KKR To Use This Star As No. 4 In IPL 2026
Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has urged the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to entrust Rinku Singh with greater responsibility in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.
'IPL 2026 is likely to be Dhoni's last': Former CSK star makes big prediction
Robin Uthappa predicts IPL 2026 could be MS Dhoni's final season with CSK, suggesting a shift to a mentor-cum-player role. Dhoni's 2025 season saw him step in as captain due to Ruturaj Gaikwad's injury, while continuing his wicketkeeping excellence, reaching 200 dismissals.
Yashaswinis birthday gift for long-time coach
Piyush, Sahil hog the limelight
Ashwin says 'deduct Rs 2 crores' if star Australian fails to bowl 4 overs in IPL
During the T20 World Cup, Green scored 24 runs in three innings with a highest score of 21. He bowled three overs across two matches and picked up one wicket. In a recent Sheffield Shield match for Western Australia against New South Wales, where he scored a century, he did not bowl.
When Will Matheesha Pathirana Be Match-Fit? KKR Head Coach Abhishek Nayar Answers
The Sri Lankan fast bowler was bought by the three-time champions for Rs 18 crore at the auctions last year.
TOISA 2025: Smriti Mandhana, Samrat Rana win Sportsperson of the Year
Smriti Mandhana and Samrat Rana were crowned Sportspersons of the Year at the TOISA awards for their stellar 2025 performances. Mandhana led India to their maiden Women's Cricket World Cup title, while pistol shooter Rana became India's first 10m air pistol world champion, clinching two golds. The event celebrated a landmark year for Indian sports.
Five-time champions Mumbai Indians will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the Kolkata Knight Riders on March 29 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Anaya Bangar, Child Of Sanjay Bangar, Pens Emotional Note After Undergoing Gender-Affirming Surgery
Anaya Bangar, the child of former Indian cricket team player Sanjay Bangar, has undergone a successful gender-affirming surgery.
Qondisa Ngwenya Named CEO, Edward Khoza Appointed COO For ODI World Cup 2027
Qondisa Ngwenya has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup while Edward Khoza is appointed as the tournament's Chief Operating Officer (COO), said the Local Organising Committee (LOC) on Saturday.
The who's who of injured and unavailable players for IPL 2026
KKR are the worst hit so far with injuries to Akash Deep, Harshit Rana and Pathirana
Table tennis: Manav, Yashaswini win maiden National titles
'Biwi ki suno sirf toh ...': Kuldeep Yadav makes honest admission
At the Times of India Sports Awards 2025, Kuldeep Yadav and Harmanpreet Kaur won Cricketer of the Year. Spinner Kuldeep impressed with match-winning spin performances, while batter Harmanpreet led with aggressive captaincy and consistency. The awards reflected Indian crickets strong 2025, with both teams achieving success and rising global dominance.
IPL 2026: Akash Deep ruled out ahead of season opener as KKRs pace crisis deepens
Kolkata Knight Riders face a significant blow as pacer Akash Deep is ruled out of IPL 2026 due to injury. This adds to existing concerns with Harshit Rana also unavailable and Matheesha Pathirana awaiting clearance. The franchise is now scrambling to find replacements for their depleted fast-bowling unit ahead of their season opener.
More sweat, more glory: Prasad Sanyal sets the stage for TOISA 2025
At the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2025 in Lucknow, Prasad Sanyal highlighted the events growth into a national movement celebrating athletes journeys. Emphasising the theme More Sweat More Glory, he praised dedication behind success and lauded para-athletes resilience. He also acknowledged Uttar Pradeshs rising sports culture and an eminent jury.
Khoza, Ngwenya get top posts in World Cup 2027 local organising committee
Khoza has held multiple posts in CSA while Ngwenya is currently the president of Cycling South Africa
Market King should make amends in Seth Ramnath Daga Trophy
Madrid Derby: Alexander Sorloth on Atleti's strategy to counter Real Madrid
Madrid Derby: Alexander Sorloth on Atleti's strategy to counter Real Madrid
Akash Deep out of IPL with back injury; doubtful for one-off Test against Afghanistan in June
TOISA 2025: Gill, Deepti take Cricketer of the Year titles after landmark seasons
The ceremony in Lucknow recognised athletes across more than 45 sporting categories, honouring performances during the evaluation period from January 1 to December 31, 2025.
'IPL 2026 is likely to be Dhoni's last year in yellow jersey': Robin Uthappa
Robin Uthappa suggests MS Dhoni may play his final IPL season in 2026. Uthappa sees Dhoni in a mentor-player role, batting lower down the order. He also believes Chennai Super Kings will continue with Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain for the long term. Uthappa stated Gaikwad needs time to establish himself as a leader.
This season will be a learning one: Irfan Pathan on Suryavanshi's IPL 2026 campaign
Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming IPL season will be a crucial learning period for young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. With his success across formats noted by opponents, Suryavanshi faces the challenge of bowlers analyzing his weaknesses. He will aim to upgrade his game and prove his mettle by consistently scoring runs.
Golden Eye and Romanos catch the eye
Unsold India Star Sends Finn Allen's Middle Stump Flying During KKR Intra-Squad Match
Finn Allen scored a quickfire 23 off just 10 balls before the pacer uprooted and sent his middle stump cartwheeling a few yards back.
TOISA 2025: Samrat Rana, Sumit Antil, Sheetal Devi named Sportspersons of the Year
India Open Squash: Anahat Singh, Tanvi Khanna make it to the semi-finals
India's Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna secured semifinal berths at the Indian Open Squash Championship, guaranteeing a national presence in the final. Top seed Anahat dominated her quarterfinal, while Tanvi staged an impressive upset. Local favorite Joshna Chinappa, however, was eliminated by Egypt's Nadien El Hammamy.
There are concerns over Australia all-rounder Cameron Green's form despite Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) shelling out a record Rs 25.20 crore for him ahead of IPL 2026.
Kapil Dev pointed out the differences between the atmospheres and tactical elements of cricket and golf during the latest leg of the NDTV DP World PGTI Pro-Am in New Delhi.
Wimbledon to introduce video review technology
The video reviews will be introduced on six show courts, including the Centre Court and Court One
Queensland hold on for WNCL title to deny Healy farewell win
Georgia Redmayne and Grace Harris hit centuries in a big total but NSW were ahead of the DLS when rain halted their chase
The IPL 2026 is set to begin in a week's time, but several teams are grappling with injuries to their star players. The overseas contingent seems to be the most affected
KKR injury woes worsen, Akash Deep also ruled out of IPL 2026
Earlier, Harshit Rana was also ruled out of the season due to the injury that he had sustained during a warm-up match ahead of the recently concluded T20 World Cup.
Star-Studded Hero Indian Open 2026 To Feature Five Top-100 Players, Record Purse
Five players from the world's top-100 and several World Tour champions will line up at the Hero Indian Open, making the 2026 edition one of the strongest fields at the DLF Golf and Country Club from March 26-29.
Aakash Chopra Flags Major No 8 Concern For Rajasthan Royals Ahead Of IPL 2026
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra flagged out major concerns for the 2008 champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) ahead of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which will start on March 28.
Sanjay Bangar Gives Major Warning To Gujarat Titans Ahead Of IPL 2026
With a strong squad at their disposal, working out their playing combination during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be a bit of a headache for the Gujarat Titans team management.
No Place For Phil Salt In Ex-India Star's Predicted XI For Royal Challengers Bengaluru
RCB has not made big changes to their squad ahead of the new season, but some good additions of Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, and Jacob Bethell, along with Devdutt Padikkal looking in great touch ahead of the season.
IPL 2026: Switch on, lets not waste even a minute of any session: Kohli to RCB teammates
Addressing the squad during their first practice session at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kohli underlined the need to maintain the intensity that brought them the title last year
It is only going to get tougher: Virat's pep talk to team ahead of RCB's title defence
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have begun their title defense preparations with a motivational address from Virat Kohli. Kohli urged his team to stay focused and give their all during training, emphasizing the increased challenge ahead.
Ex-India Star Targets One BCCI Employee After Quitting Commentary Claiming Racism
Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan raised a social media storm on Friday after announcing his retirement from commentary
Sri Lanka players told to clear fitness test to get NOCs for IPL 2026
Chameera, Nissanka and Kamindu have passed their tests, while Hasaranga, Pathirana and Malinga are yet to undergo theirs
At least 400 people were killed in Kabul, Afghanistan, earlier this week after air strikes by Pakistan. The attack took place around 9:00 pm on Monday, in which around 250 people were also injured, local media reported
New Zealand seek rare bilateral series win over South Africa
New Zealand have never beaten South Africa in a bilateral series of two or more T20Is
IPL 2026: Sanjay Bangar outlines Shubman-led Gujarat Titans' strategy
Indian Premier League: Sanjay Bangar has outlined potential playing combinations for Gujarat Titans for the upcoming IPL 2026 season. He emphasized balancing batting firepower with bowling strength. Bangar suggested roles for players like Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, and Washington Sundar. The inclusion of Glenn Phillips was also proposed for middle-order stability.
T20 World Cup Snub To Affect Shubman Gill At IPL 2026? Cheteshwar Pujara's 'Fire' Verdict
Gujarat Titans, the 2022 champions, fell short in the Eliminator in IPL 2025 and will be aiming to go further and lift the trophy for the second time.
Dhoni signs, Samson refuses CSK's new star wins hearts
Sanju Samson's humility shone as he joined MS Dhoni at a CSK event, declining to sign a bat until Dhoni encouraged him. Fresh off a T20 World Cup win, Samson expressed excitement about learning from Dhoni and playing for CSK, anticipating an emotional opening match against his former team, Rajasthan Royals.
IPL 2026: Shubman Gills World Cup snub will fire him up, says Pujara
Cheteshwar Pujara believes Shubman Gill's T20 World Cup snub will fuel a stellar IPL 2026, urging him to boost his strike rate. Pujara hails Gujarat Titans' formidable top order, featuring Gill, Sudharsan, and Buttler, as key to their title aspirations. He also highlights the team's all-round depth and potent pace attack.
R Ashwin Leaves Out Rs 7 Crore Star While Picking RCB's Probable Playing XII For IPL 2026 Opener
R Ashwin feels that Josh Hazlewood's absence in the opening few games will see Jacob Bethell, Jacob Duffy and Mangesh Yadav fighting for the vacant spot.
Saurav Ghosal calls Olympic debut 'watershed moment', stresses access, coaching and ecosystem growth
Squash is set for the 2028 Olympics, a major milestone. Saurav Ghosal highlights the need for more players and better coaching in India. He believes increased participation will create more champions. Exposure and opportunity are crucial for talented players. The sport aims to become more accessible to all, with new digital platforms and school programs planned.
Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill have grown up the ranks together. From the Punjab state team to the Indian cricket team, Abhishek and Gill have travelled a lot together
BCCI Announces India's Two-Match T20I Series Against Ireland In June
Reigning world champions India will play two T20 Internationals in Ireland on June 26 and June 28 respectively, the BCCI said on Saturday.
Gujarat Titans Stars Visit IIM Ahmedabad Ahead Of IPL 2026
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edition, Gujarat Titans (GT) players Kumar Kushagra, Arshad Khan, and Manav Suthar visited the Indian Institute of Management in Ahmedabad for a candid interaction with students.
'3 ducks ke baad ... bat de de': Abhishek Sharma's message to Shubman Gill
Despite a shaky start with three consecutive ducks at the T20 World Cup 2026, Abhishek Sharma found support from childhood friend Shubman Gill. Sharma humorously recounted seeking Gill's bat after his struggles. He later bounced back spectacularly, scoring a match-winning 52 in the final, helping India secure their third T20 World Cup title.
Cricket Ireland aiming to launch Euro Nations Cup in 2027
Cricket Ireland eyes a new tournament, the Euro Nations Cup. This T20 competition for men and women could launch by 2027. European teams like England and Ireland are expected to participate. Discussions are ongoing with stakeholders. Cricket Ireland also announced its 2026 home fixtures, including matches against India and New Zealand.
Virat Kohli fires Its going to get tougher warning as RCB gear up for IPL 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru kick off their IPL 2026 title defence on March 28 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Virat Kohli, fresh from practice, urged his team to maintain intensity for another successful campaign. Head coach Andy Flower expressed confidence in the squad, while Kohli eyes becoming the first to score 9,000 IPL runs.
Shreyas Iyer Lost 7kg Rapidly Due To Injury, Punjab Kings Captain Reveals Details Ahead Of IPL
Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings captaincy stint in IPL 2025 was almost near-perfect as he guided the team to the title clash after a long gap
'Meet Hardik, he is going to play very soon': Dinner-table prediction that proved right
Hardik Pandya once again named domestic legend Wasim Jaffer as his idol at the Naman Awards, recalling their first meeting at an Irfan Pathan dinner in 2014-15. Pandya, then an emerging talent, expressed his admiration for Jaffer's batting style. Jaffer, who amassed nearly 20,000 first-class runs, acknowledged Pandya's continued respect.
KKR were conducting a press conference on Friday. Even before it could get started, a controversial comment from their mentor Dwayne Bravo sparked an awkward moment.
Olympic champion swimmer Cameron McEvoy breaks the 50-meter freestyle world record
The 31-year-old Australian posted a time of 20.88 seconds at the China Open in Shenzhen, taking 0.03 second off Brazilian Csar Cielo's previous mark
Matheesha Pathirana to miss early stages of IPL 2026, Harshit Ranas participation also doubtful
KKR are set to kick their IPL 2026 campaign off against the Mumbai Indians on March 29 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai
Ronaldo injury rules him out of Portugal squad, Martinez says WC is not at risk
Cristiano Ronaldo misses Portugal's pre-World Cup friendlies due to a hamstring injury, though coach Roberto Martinez assures his World Cup participation is not at risk. Bernardo Silva is also absent for technical reasons. Portugal prepares for upcoming matches against Mexico and the USA, with Ronaldo aiming for his sixth World Cup appearance.
India to play T20Is against Ireland on June 26 and June 28: BCCI
Reigning world champions India will face Ireland in a two-match T20 International series on June 26 and June 28. These matches in Belfast will precede India's white-ball tour of England. This marks India's return to Belfast for the first time since 2007.
Mohsin Naqvi-led PCB under scanner, Kirsten exposes constant outside noise
Former Pakistan head coach Gary Kirsten cited excessive interference from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the primary reason for his abrupt departure after just six months. He described the constant external noise and punitive actions around poor performance as a significant challenge, making it difficult to implement plans or build relationships with players.
The Mohsin Naqvi-led Pakistan Cricket Board has often been criticised by foreign coaches for its work culture
