Tears, Despair And Unreal Scenes As Italy Miss Out On FIFA World Cup Qualification Again
Italy are the first World Cup winners to miss three consecutive editions of the tournament, and it was also a third straight elimination in the play-offs after Sweden in 2018 and North Macedonia four years ago.
Rajasthan Royals Star Compared To Virat Kohli For 'Keeping Ego Aside'. Not Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra was all praise for Yashasvi Jaiswal as Rajasthan Royals registered a commanding win over Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 encounter.
Tiger Woods pleads not guilty, is stepping away to seek treatment
Tiger Woods has announced he is stepping away from golf to seek treatment following his recent DUI arrest. His attorney entered a not guilty plea to charges of misdemeanor driving under the influence and refusal to submit to a urinalysis. Woods cited prioritizing his well-being and working towards lasting recovery.
Weatherald and Neser in, Richardson out of Cricket Australia contract list
Todd Murphy returns to the list ahead of a period that includes a five-Test tour of India early next year
24th Challenge Cup FLAM exit despite commanding 5 0 win over UKFC
FLAM, Yaiskul suffered exit from 24th Challenge Cup despite a dominating 5 0 win over UKFC, Uripok as they finished third in the Group A table Having registered 3 2 win over MLVFA in their previous match, FLAM raised their quarterfinal hopes with the huge win against UKFC courtesy of goals coming from S Lemba Kom 15' , S Ranjit 40' , M Somochandra 45' , L Akber 51' and Y Sunil 53' They however bite the dust as MLVFA, Mayai Lambi and VFC, Kakwa made 1 2 finishes following MLVFA's 6 5 win over VFC later in the day A Dilip 6' , Th Suranjoy 37' , Aken 43' , Opendro 58', 60 2' were on target for VFC today while Deepak scored four goals 22', 24', 40', 58' to set up the 6 5 win for the Mayai Lambi team Ng Ratan 13' and Premchand 27' also contributed a goal apiece to MLVFA's tally With today's matches, the quarterfinal line up of the tournament being hosted by the Manipur Veteran Football Association at natural grass football ground, SAI NERC, Takyel has been completed MLVFA will face EMFC, Lamlai in the first quarterfinal match on April 2 from 1 30 pm before AFFC, Imphal take on FLAK, Kyamgei from 3 pm in the second quarterfinal match On April 4, Keishamthong FC will play VFC, Kakwa from 1 30 pm in the third quarterfinal match before TRVSA, Malom face Thangmeiband FC in the last quarterfinal match from 3 pm Source The Sangai Express
THSCC top Group A in Thoubal 3rd Divn Football League
THSCC, Tekcham emerged as the Group A league toppers in the 3rd Division Football League Tournament 2025 26 despite playing out a goalless draw with NYPC, Thoubal Ningombam this afternoon at Mini Stadium, Thoubal Ningombam In the crucial top of the table contest that could have gone either way, defence on both the sides formed an impregnable wall and eventuallay the game ended goalless THSCC, however, enjoyed better goal difference and eventually finished on top of the table ahead of NYPC who also ended their league campaign unbeaten with two wins In a dead rubber Group A match staged earlier in the day, MMFA, Heirok thumped TKWA, Tentha 2 0 courtesy of a brace from Arison 22', 24' Source The Sangai Express
27 strong teams in fray for 5th MNCA Boys U 14 One Day Trophy 2025 26
27 strong teams will be vying for top honours in the 5th edition of the MNCA Boys U 14 One Day Trophy 2025 26 beginning on April 3 at Luwangpokpa Cricket Stadium The teams are clustered on 6 groups and top 16 teams Group winners, runners, 3rd place teams from Group A, B and C and one best 3rd place team from Group D E F after the league round will advance to the knock out round Group Draw br Group A AKSDO, NCA N, SDO, SSC, ESU br Group B RCA, TRAU, CYSA, BKCC, FORCE br Group C KSDO, PTRC, TCMDC, KCC, WYC br Group D SHADOW, YESSDAN, PCC, RULE, br Group E AMCA, PTCC, YUCC, LCC br Group F Al Ameen, YAL, THAU, CCK Source The Sangai Express
YAS fetes KITG medallist Kiuchangliu Gangmei
Kiuchangliu Gangmei who won a silver medal in the 1st Khelo India Tribal Games being underway in Chhattisgarh was accorded a warm felicitation by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports this morning br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 04 Kiuchangliu 20260401 jpg border 1 alt YAS fetes KITG medallist Kiuchangliu Gangmei td tr tr td align center YAS fetes KITG medallist Kiuchangliu Gangmei td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Competing in the women 8217 s 53 kg category event, Kiuchangliu Gangmei of Tamenglong recorded 70 kg in snatch and 90 kg in clean and jerk to secure a silver medal The championship will run till April 3 Source The Sangai Express
L Roshni, S Anilkumar bring home Kurash medals
Laishram Roshni Devi and Salam Anilkumar Meitei shone at the 15th Senior National Kurash Championships 2025 26 to bring home a silver and a bronze medal br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 04 Kurash 20260401 jpg border 1 alt L Roshni, S Anilkumar bring home Kurash medals td tr tr td align center L Roshni, S Anilkumar bring home Kurash medals td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br In the championships that were held from March 27 to 29 in Indore, L Roshni Devi secured a silver medal in the women's 70 kg category competition while S Anilkumar settled for a bronze medal in the men's 60 kg category competition, said Kurash Association of Manipur As many as four players represented Manipur at the event held under the auspices of the Indian Kurash Association, it said Source The Sangai Express
Mema Memorial T 20 Veteran Cricket REYS, NAPSA get off to flying start
REYS, Nagamapal and NAPSA, Kha Imphal opened their league campaigns in the 3rd Khomdram O Hijam Mema Devi Memorial T 20 Manipur Veteran Cricket Tournament on winning notes today In their Group A match opening match, REYS handed KSDO, Kyamgei an 8 wicket defeat riding on Kenny's unbeaten 37 after Superjit, Iboyaima and Jagjit shone with the ball KSDO, who won the toss and opted to bat first, were dismissed for a paltry total of 97 runs in 19 2 overs with Superjit 3 25 , Iboyaima 2 13 and Jagjit 2 4 sharing 7 crucial wickets and Nongdren 1 19 and Kenny 1 14 claiming a wicket apiece for REYS Khalilur Rahaman 36 off 46 balls and Mishara Khan 14 off 25 balls were the only double digit run getters for KSDO in the first innings as three batters departed on ducks and the rest managed single digit scores In reply, REYS lost Bonny 3 off 9 balls and Maikel 20 off 41 balls to Khalique 2 24 before Kenny 37 off 29 balls and Iboyaima 13 off 14 balls produced an unbeaten third wicket stand to take the team to the target in 15 3 overs Superjit of REYS who picked 3 wickets was adjudged man of the match In a Group B match, NAPSA also scripted an 8 wicket win over NCA, Nambol as Rishikanta picked four wickets to restrict NCA to 83 8 runs before Somorendro scored an unbeaten 46 off 26 balls to take the team to the winning 84 2 in 10 4 overs Milan 30 off 45 balls and Dhana Oinam 26 off 35 balls led the scoring for NCA today in the first innings that saw Rishikanta finishing with the best bowling figures of 4 3 in his spell of 4 overs and Simon claiming two wickets 2 6 in 3 overs Ratan 1 24 and Ibobi 1 6 were also among the wickets for NAPSA before Somorendro quickfired 46 and finished off the chase along with Rishikanta 14 not out off 14 balls Rishikanta of NAPSA who shone with both the bat and ball was declared man of the match Source The Sangai Express
Living the IPL dream: Dushmantha Chameera aims to step up for Delhi Capitals
Living the IPL dream: Dushmantha Chameera aims to step up for Delhi Capitals
Kimi Antonelli: A blend of Sennas soul and Bolts speed
The audacious and sensitive Kimi Antonelli is a reminder that F1 is as much about the soul of the driver as the machinery beneath him.
Manika Batra keeps hopes alive in ITTF Table Tennis World Cup
The 30-year-old Batra rallied past Zhang 11-7, 11-2, 14-16, 5-11, 11-6 in a 43-minute Group 4 clash, bouncing back from her opening match defeat to Japan's Miwa Harimoto
Abhay and Anahat receive Asian Squash Federation honours
The Indian boys team, which clinched bronze at the 2025 World Junior Team Championships in Egypt, was picked for the Mens team award, according to the awardees list released by ASF on March 31
Iran will be at World Cup' and play in US, FIFA's Infantino says
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed Iran will play in the World Cup. Their group matches will be held in the United States as planned. This assurance comes despite the ongoing Middle East war. Iran's participation had been uncertain. The tournament begins on June 11. Iran's first game is against New Zealand on June 15.
Priya advance to womens 60kg quarterfinals
Priyas well-controlled performance helped her beat Kazakhstans Rimma Volossenko 5-0 and set up a last-eight clash with second-seeded two-time World championships medallist Chengyu Yang of China
New U.P. team in Ultimate Table Tennis
Gill lauds 'very valuable' Ashok Sharma after impressive debut
Making his IPL debut, Ashok Sharma returned figures of 1 for 31 from three overs
Ice-cool Connolly leads nervy PBKS home on IPL debut
Prasidh Krishna's wickets caused a late wobble, but Connolly's unbeaten 72 steered PBKS home
World Cup-bound Ghana fires coach Otto Addo after 4 straight losses in friendlies
The firing came hours after a 2-1 loss to Germany in Stuttgart on Monday (March 30) that was Ghana's fourth straight loss in warm-up games including 5-1 to Austria last Friday (March 27).
'Rain Made Batting Easier For Punjab Kings': Shubman Gill's Blunt Verdict After Loss
Punjab Kings' Cooper Connolly made batting look effortless on the same surface, producing a fluent 72.
Will 156.7 Kmph Pacer Play Against Delhi Capitals? Lucknow Super Giants Coach Provides Major Update
Ahead of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) IPL campaign opener against Delhi Capitals (DC), LSG head coach Justin Langer said that pacers Mayank Yadav and Naman Tiwari are fit to play.
Connolly dream debut powers PBKS to three wickets win over GT
Debutant Cooper Connolly starred with a match-winning unbeaten 72, guiding Punjab Kings to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans. Chasing 163, Connolly's composed knock, supported by Prabhsimran Singh's aggressive start, ensured PBKS crossed the finish line with five balls to spare. Vijaykumar Vyshak's three wickets earlier restricted GT.
Cooper Connolly Shines On Debut To Power Punjab Kings To Three-Wicket Win Over Gujarat Titans
Young southpaw Cooper Connolly marked his IPL debut with a decisive 44-ball 72 after Yuzvendra Chahal's artistry with the ball to power Punjab Kings to a three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans on Tuesday.
IPL 2026: Connolly shines on debut to power PBKS to three-wicket win over GT
Mullanpur: oung southpaw Cooper Connolly marked his IPL debut with a decisive 44-ball 72 after Yuzvendra Chahals artistry with the ball to power Punjab Kings to a three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans here on Tuesday. After PBKS opted to field first, leg-spinner Chahal (2/28 in 4 overs) brought his years of experience to the fore 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 .
CSA Central Contracts: David Miller Left Out; Dewald Brevis, Matthew Breetzke Receive New Deals
David Miller and Rassie Van der Dussen were dropped from hybrid contracts while names like Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis and Karabo Meso earned their first contracts.
Players have to learn to balance life and cricket, says Palani Amarnath
Strong Wind Knocks Over Pakistan Super League Groundstaff In Lahore. Watch
The Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi Pakistan Super League 2026 match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore was washed out without a ball being bowled on Tuesday
Disappointed With His Performance This Year, D Gukesh To Play Fewer Events
Reigning world champion D Gukesh on Tuesday decided to scale back his tournament schedule following a disappointing performance this season.
PSL ground staff slip, fall as covers fly in Lahore - Watch
Videos of the incident later circulated on social media, showing the staff struggling to manage the covers in the rain and wind. At one point, two members fell while trying to stop the covers from being lifted.
Wet outfield abandons Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi game
Before the toss, a violent thunderstorm lashed Lahore, with heavy rain, strong winds and hailstones in parts of the city
Arshdeep Singh Bowls Joint-Longest Over In IPL After Numerous Wides, No-Ball For PBKS vs GT
Arshdeep Singh is the spearhead of the Punjab Kings pace attack. The home-grown player is also India's highest wicket-taker in T20Is (127)
Vyshak and Chahal restrict GT to 162
PBKS chipped away regularly at the wickets, as three of GT's top four got to 25 without any of them getting to 40
Blue Tigers delight the faithful with a great win
Australian import Williams marks his India debut with a strike in the fourth minute; Akash also finds the mark as Jamils men finish their Group C campaign on a fine, promising note
Miller omitted from CSA contracts; Bosch, Brevis handed first-time deals
A total of 18 men's and 15 women's contracts were awarded, as well as a hybrid contract for offspinner Simon Harmer
ECB unmoved by Ireland's Euro Nations Cup proposal
England's jam-packed schedule means involvement in mooted Asia Cup-style tournament unlikely
IPL 2026 LSG vs DC | LSG coach Langer acknowledges he is spoilt for choice
The former Australian opener was visibly pleased to have a problem of plenty ahead of the contest against Delhi Capitals
'No plan B, C or D': FIFA asserts Iran will play World Cup in US, rejects venue plea
Iran will be at the World Cup... That's why we're here. We're delighted because they're a very, very strong team, I'm very happy, Infantino said at half-time during Irans friendly against Costa Rica in Turkey.
IPL 2026 RR vs CSK | My team executed the plans really well: Royals captain Riyan Parag
My team executed the plans really well. The conditions suited us, and I think I did a decent job. Hopefully, we can repeat this in the next match if similar conditions are there, said Parag
IPL 2026 RR vs CSK | My team executed the plans really well: Royals captain Riyan Parag
My team executed the plans really well. The conditions suited us, and I think I did a decent job. Hopefully, we can repeat this in the next match if similar conditions are there, said Parag
IPL 2026 PBKS vs GT: Punjab wins toss, elects to bowl
Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans faced each other just once in IPL 2025, producing a high-scoring contest of nearly 500 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium
PBKS bowl against GT, Ashok and Connolly make IPL debut
Glenn Phillips, meanwhile, makes his franchise debut for GT
Steve Smith Richer By Rs 9.5 Crore in Just 1 Day Due To Brilliant Decision. Here's How
Steve Smith is a smart operator on the cricket field and off it as well. While his prowess with the bat is well known, he is also a savvy investor
N R I Triple Power wins feature event
All eyes on fit-again Mayank as LSG kickstart season against DC
Rishabh Pant could bat at No. 3 for LSG, while Auqib Nabi is likely to make his IPL debut with DC
'You cant clear 30-yard': Buttler's mic drop reply to Chahal ahead of IPL clash
Ahead of their IPL 2026 clash, Yuzvendra Chahal and Jos Buttler shared a light-hearted banter, recalling their Rajasthan Royals days. Chahal playfully claimed a past batting feat, to which Buttler humorously retorted about his bowling prowess. The match also features captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, with the pitch expected to favor pacers early on.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a hefty fine of 20 million Pakistani rupees ($72,000) on fast bowler Naseem Shah for a controversial social media post.PCB fines Naseem Shah 2 crorePakistan's star fast bowler Naseem Shah is in trouble. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has fined hi...
'Chennai offered double of BCCI's prize': Culture that made CSK a champion
Chennai Super Kings' enduring IPL success stems from consistent ownership and player retention. Stephen Fleming's long tenure as coach has fostered a winning culture. A unique tradition sees the franchise double BCCI prize money for players, showcasing their commitment to welfare. This approach has built a stable, experienced team.
India vs Hong Kong Live Streaming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch In India
Shocking news came out during IPL 2026, in which it was reported that the body of BCCI's broadcast engineer was found in a hotel room the day after the match.IPL 2026 Broadcast Engineer deathIPL 2026 Broadcast Engineer Death: The death of a broadcast engineer during the 2026 Indian Premier Lea...
BCCI, IPL React On British Broadcast Engineer's Death In Mumbai
The IPL Governing Council on Tuesday expressed its deepest condolences on the untimely death of Jan William Langford, a British broadcast engineer who was working with the BCCI for the 2026 edition of the league
Yuvzendra Chahal Claims He Slammed 20 Runs In One Over. Jos Buttler's Reply Breaks Internet
Punjab Kings spinner Yuzvendra Chahal shared a hilarious banter with Gujarat Titans star Jos Buttler ahead of their IPL 2026 encounter in Mullanpur.
Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans LIVE Score, IPL 2026: IPL 2025 runners-up Punjab Kings begin their campaign against a strong Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill
BCCI issues statement on death of IPL 2026 broadcast engineer
Langford, 76, was found unconscious in his hotel room in south Mumbai on Monday morning and was taken to Bombay Hospital, where he was declared dead. Police said no suspicious findings were reported in the postmortem, and a case of unnatural death has been registered.
Mitchell Perry ruled out of Lancashire stint with back stress injury
Australian seamer to begin rehab programme after routine MRI detected recurrence of problem
Pakistan Cricketer Fakhar Zaman Gets Two-match PSL Ban For Ball Tampering
Fakhar Zaman was seen on video footage altering the condition of the ball during his team Lahore Qalandars' match against Karachi Kings in Lahore
Fakhar Zaman Punished By PCB For Ball Tampering In Pakistan Super League, Ban Duration Announced
Veteran Pakistan batter Fakhar Zaman has been banned for two Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 matches, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Tuesday
Fakhar Zaman handed two-match ban for ball tampering
He will miss Qalandars' matches against Multan Sultans on April 3 and Islamabad United on April 9.
GT vs PBKS, IPL 2026 live: Gill & Iyer in focus as Punjab face Gujarat at home
Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah was fined USD 72,000 for a now-deleted controversial social media post criticising Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's presence at a Pakistan Super League (PSL) opening game during an ongoing regional crisis
Premier League: Newcastle United Say No Manager Change 'At The Moment'
I expect to have a great run to the end of the season here and we'll talk about the future when it's time, said Newcastle chief executive David Hopkinson
Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman banned for ball-tampering in PSL
Match Referee Roshan Mahanama conducted the disciplinary hearing and made the determination after reviewing all evidence, the statement added.
Leander Paes To Gautam Gambhir: Prominent Sportspersons Who Switched To Politics
While some rose high to become cabinet ministers, some others garnered mixed results electorally and are still finding their way.
Newcastle United Say No Manager Change 'At The Moment'
Newcastle chief executive David Hopkinson said Tuesday the club have no plans at the moment to replace Eddie Howe as manager.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Was Class Apart: Ex-India Coach Big Praise For 15-Year-Old Star
A year after becoming the youngest to score an IPL hundred, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took the likes of Matt Henry and Noor Ahmad to the cleaners in his exhilarating knock.
Ultimate Table Tennis Reaches India's Heartland As UP Prometheans Join Line-Up for Season 7
Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) is set to add a strong new Uttar Pradesh flavour to Season 7 with the inclusion of UP Prometheans.
What's The Meaning Of Heckle?: Indian Football Chief Kalyan Chaubey On Harassment Allegation
Speaking exclusively to IANS, Chaubey reacted strongly to such allegations and said, Somebody needs to ask what the meaning of 'heckle' is.
CSK's Overseas All-Rounder Scripts History, Breaks MS Dhoni's Stunning Record
Jamie Overton scripted history for Chennai Super Kings after scoring 43 off 36 deliveries during the IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals.
PBKS vs GT Live Stream: Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 4 of IPL 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh. Scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the match will begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 PM.
As India's women's kabaddi probables continue their high-performance camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) Bellary, experienced all-rounder Sonali Shingate believes the shift towards structured strength and conditioning is a significant step forward for the sport.
Ill quit when Im bored: Shami on retirement despite repeated India snubs
Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami has stated retirement is not on his mind, emphasising he will only step away when he feels bored, not due to age, selection, or injuries. Despite being out of the national setup for over a year, Shami remains focused on his performance and enjoying the game, aiming to deliver for his new team, Lucknow Super Giants.
Doesn't Mean My Mom Signs A Contract: Cameron Green, Cricket Australia Blasted By IPL Winner
Is Cricket Australia dictating its players too much? Cameron Green's unwillingness to bowl in Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL 2026 opener against Mumbai Indians has strengthened that perception.
British broadcast engineer working for IPL matches found dead in Mumbai hotel
Jan William Langford was found unconscious in his room on Monday(March 30, 2026) morning, following which he was rushed to Bombay Hospital by the hotel management
PBKS vs GT, IPL 2026: 5 players to watch in today's match
Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings clash in Mullanpur, with captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer seeking their first IPL 2026 points. Gill aims to reclaim his T20 dominance after missing the World Cup, while Iyer looks to lead Punjab to glory after a runner-up finish. Key players like Sai Sudharsan and Arshdeep Singh are also highlighted.
Gatting leads calls for board resignations as anger at Middlesex grows
Group of prominent former players hits out at board ahead of AGM on April 15
That's Not OK: Kevin Pietersen's On KKR vs Cricket Australia Row Over Cameron Green
Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has weighed in on the ongoing controversy involving Cameron Green and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Ravindra Jadeja Didn't Speak To MS Dhoni Before Emotional CSK Reunion. Explains Why
MS Dhoni didn't travel with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) squad to Guwahati for the match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) due to an injury.
IPL 2026 tragedy: British broadcast engineer found dead in Mumbai hotel
A 76-year-old British broadcast engineer, Jan William Langford, working for the IPL 2026 in Mumbai, was found dead in his hotel room. Hotel staff discovered him unconscious and he was declared dead on arrival at the hospital. Police have registered a case of accidental death after a postmortem revealed no suspicious findings.
Sooryavanshi for England series! Ex-captain asks 'Is he allowed to tour as 15-year-old?'
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 17-ball 52 in IPL 2026 has reignited calls for his India debut. Former England captain Michael Vaughan urged selectors to include the young talent on the upcoming white-ball tour of England, emphasizing the need for him to experience the national team environment.
Pressure On Rishabh Pant As LSG Begin IPL 2026 Campaign Against Delhi Capitals
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant will have little room for error in a critical year as his side begins its IPL 2026 campaign against a well-rounded Delhi Capitals.
IPL 2026 PBKS vs GT Weather Forecast update: Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans and Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings clash in a crucial IPL encounter. Both captains aim for a strong impact, with PBKS relying on their Indian core and facing a challenge from GT's spin attack. The match is expected to be high-scoring on a batter-friendly pitch with clear weather.
Fast-track to Team India? Calls for Sooryavanshi's senior debut grow; Ashwin defers
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's IPL heroics have sparked calls for his fast-tracking into India's T20 squad, with former cricketers like Mohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla backing his readiness. However, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin urges caution, emphasising the need to manage expectations for the 15-year-old prodigy, despite acknowledging his immense talent.
Kickstarting IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants face off against Delhi Capitals. Led by an energised Captain Rishabh Pant, the Capitals are eager for consistency in their upper batting order. Expect explosive performances from both squads' sharp bowling units. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST for the showdown!
67 Wickets, Yet Ignored, Mohammed Shami Sends Blunt 'Retirement Message' To BCCI
Notably, Mohammed Shami also took 67 wickets for Bengal in the 2025-26 domestic season. Yet, he hasn't impressed the BCCI selectors enough to earn a recall to the Indian team.
BCCI Told To Pick Vaibhav Sooryavanshi For England Tour As RR Star Passes Eligibility Barrier
During the chase of 128, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a breathtaking display, smashing 52 off just 17 balls to help RR overhaul the target in only 12.1 overs.
Ponting: PBKS 'stronger' than last season, don't think there are any gaps
Ponting also explained how Cooper Connolly's inclusion helps achieve balance in the squad
IPL 2026 PBKS vs GT: Check head-to-head record, probable playing 11 for todays match
IPL 2026 PBKS vs GT: head-to-head stats: Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans will clash in IPL 2026 Match 4 on March 31. The match takes place at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in New Chandigarh. Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, aim for a strong start. Gujarat Titans, captained by Shubman Gill, seek a new beginning. This encounter promises exciting cricket action.
Rajasthan Royals outplayed us: CSK batting coach Michael Hussey on their IPL 2026 opener
Hussey remains optimistic, expecting significantly improved batting performances going forward in the tournament.
Very emotional: Ravindra Jadeja reflects on his exit from five-time IPL champions CSK
Ravindra Jadeja said he is enjoying his return to Rajasthan Royals, the franchise where he began his IPL career and won his first title and is approaching the new phase with a positive mindset, aiming to both learn and share his experience with the team
