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PM takes part in Shaurya Yatra in Somnath, 108 horses present majestic sight
SOMNATH (Gujarat), Jan 11: Priests played damrus and 108 horses slowly trotted towards the Veer Hamirji Gohil Circle that faced the Somnath temple complex here on Sunday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a ceremonial procession to the ancient shrine amid traditional dance performances. The Shaurya Yatra, organised to honour the countless warriors who laid down their lives defending the Somnath Temple, began from the Shankh Circle, with the prime minister riding an open-top vehicle for the nearly one-km stretch. [] The post PM takes part in Shaurya Yatra in Somnath, 108 horses present majestic sight appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Wont let BJP and Adani take away Mumbai, say Thackeray cousins
They accuse the party of pursuing divisive politics and systematically isolating Mumbais Marathi Manoos; the cousins claim the national party has been facilitating land grab to benefit Adani Group and conspiring to separate Mumbai from Maharashtra and bring it closer to Gujarat
Sophie Devines brilliance trumps Nandinis hat-trick as GG edge DC
WPL 2026 Navi Mumbai, Jan 11: Nandini Sharmas maiden hat-trick went in vain as Sophie Devine starred with a breathtaking 95 and a superb final over under pressure to steer Gujarat Giants to a thrilling four-run win off the last ball over Delhi Capitals in a Womens Premier League match here on Sunday. This was []
Vibrant Gujarat: Industry leaders announce major investments - India Tribune - Chicago
Vibrant Gujarat: Industry leaders announce major investments India Tribune - Chicago
UP Warriorz lose opener to Gujarat Giants by 10 runs - MSN
UP Warriorz lose opener to Gujarat Giants by 10 runs MSN
RIL to invest 7 lakh crore in Gujarat across clean energy & data centres - The Economic Times
RIL to invest 7 lakh crore in Gujarat across clean energy & data centres The Economic Times
Adani commits 1.5 lakh crore in Gujarat's Kutch
Adani Group will invest 1.5 lakh crore in Gujarat's Kutch region over the next five years. This investment will boost renewable energy projects and expand port capacity. The group is developing the world's largest renewable energy park in Khavda. Mundra port capacity will double in the next decade. Cargo volumes show strong growth.
RIL to invest 7 lakh crore in Gujarat across clean energy & data centres
Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani plans a massive 7 lakh crore investment in Gujarat. This will boost clean energy, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Jamnagar will become a global hub for green energy exports. Reliance will also build India's largest AI-ready data centre. The company will support India's Olympic ambitions and expand social infrastructure.
RCB-W vs UPW-W, Match 5 , Cricket Tips :Royal Challengers Bengaluru had a really dramatic escape in their opening game against Mumbai Indian Women. Nadine de Klerk produced a thrilling performance with bat and ball and took RCB-W over the line with two fours and two sixes off the last four balls. RCB-W will now take on UP Warriorz on Monday. This contest will begin at 7:30 PM IST at Dr. DY Patil Stadium. RCB-W had a little tumble in the middle with the bat, which may be because some of Ellyse Perry's caliber is not with them. Meanwhile, UPW-W had a close defeat in their opening game against Gujarat Giants, and they started the WPL 2026 with a defeat. RCB-W vs UPW-W: Match Details Date : January 12, 2026 (Monday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai RCB-W vs UPW-W Live Streaming Details The WPL 2026 will be broadcast live on Star Sports Networks on Indian cable TV networks. Fans can also watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. RCB-W vs UPW-W: Head-to-Head in WPL Total Matches : 6 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women : 3 UP Warriorz Women : 3 No-Result : 0 RCB-W vs UPW-W: Ground Pitch Report Already we have seen some really good scores on this pitch. In the previous game both teams scored 200+, because this wicket is excellent to bat on. It is very hard for a bowler to bowl here. A small mistake can cost big, and batting conditions will remain the same in both innings. RCB-W vs UPW-W: Possible XIs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women : Smriti Mandhana (c), Grace Harris, D. Hemalatha, Richa Ghosh (wk), Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy, Prema Rawat, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell UP Warriorz Women : Meg Lanning (c), Kiran Navgire, Phoebe Litchfield, Deepti Sharma, Harleen Deol, Deandra Dottin, Shikha Pandey, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Kranti Gaud RCB-W vs UPW-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Grace Harris played a good cameo in the first game, and this is how she will play. That makes her a very dangerous batter at the top. For UPW-W, it will be Phoebe Litchfield, who is in good form. Probable Best Bowler Nadine de Klerk bowled well in the first game, and she is a specialist in the death overs. For UPW-W, Sophie Ecclestone is a world-class spinner and certainly among the best. Today Match Prediction : We predict UPW-W to win this game, because RCB-W are going with only four specialist batters, which can backfire on them. RCB-W vs UPW-W Match 5, WPL 2026, Today Match RCB-W vs UPW-W, RCB-W vs UPW-W Prediction, RCB-W vs UPW-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update of the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Forces opposing Somnath rebuilding still active: PM
Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the forces that opposed the reconstruction of the Somnath temple after independence are still active among us, urging India to remain alert, united, and strong to defeat them. Addressing a large gathering at the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, Modi highlighted the temples history of resilience, [] The post Forces opposing Somnath rebuilding still active: PM appeared first on Northlines .
WPL 2026: Gardner Highlights Contribution Of Indian Players After GG Beat DC By Four Runs
Though New Zealander Sophie Devine: Gujarat Giants' Australian skipper Ashleigh Gardner highlighted the importance of Indian players in the Women's Premier League (WPL) side, noting the contribution of the local players in her team's narrow four-run victory over Delhi Capitals in Match 4 at the DY Patil Stadium on Sunday. Though New Zealander Sophie Devine (95 off 42 balls) and Gardner (49 off 26) starred with the bat to help the Giants post 209 all out in 20 overs after being asked to bat. Delhi Capitals' young bowler Nandani Sharma claimed her maiden five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick in the 20th over, as GG fell short of the target they were aiming for. But Lizelle Lee (85) and Laura Wolvaardt (77) took Delhi Capitals to the verge of victory with seven needed from the last over before Devine produced more magic in the last over, conceding only two runs and taking wickets of Jemimah Rodrigues and Wolvaardt to seal victory. Gardner attributed the Gujarat Giants' fight back to their Indian players, especially the bowlers. Overseas players make these competitions, but Indian players win you these competitions. Our bowlers did an amazing job - our two left-arm spinners especially. Anushka as well (with a sensational save), said Gardner in the post-match presentation. She admitted that even a stiff target of 210 or 60 runs in four overs looks achievable in India. One of those games where it was in the balance the whole time. 60 off 4, in the past, you'd have been more comfortable, but here in India, you're never out of it. To be able to defend seven in the last over, we stole it, and this gives confidence (to the dressing room), she said. She said they wanted to bowl well as they had fallen short by 15 runs. Felt like we were 15 short. That part was disappointing. We knew their batting had firepower. We knew 200 was a fantastic score, but we knew we had to field and bowl well. There were glimpses where we did both well, but still lots of learnings. Happy we have two wins on the board. Overseas players make these competitions, but Indian players win you these competitions. Our bowlers did an amazing job - our two left-arm spinners especially. Anushka as well (with that save), said Gardner. Though they slumped to two defeats in two matches, Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues was proud of her team's efforts in making it a close encounter. Very proud of the girls, the way we fought back. She (Devine) put us under pressure, but the way Nandani and Charani bowled... I could not be prouder. Tough pill to swallow, but lots of positives to take, she said. Jemimah said they will have to work on their bowling in the Power-play as they conceded 80 runs in the first six overs. Our powerplay bowling - we need to get our plans more sorted. Tough to bowl when Devine is in such form. In such games, you want to finish off on the winning side, she added. One thing DC has done well is to maintain a positive environment. Anything can happen as long as we keep the belief. These two days off could help us, and we will come back stronger. Jemimah said they will have to work on their bowling in the Power-play as they conceded 80 runs in the first six overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score She has been one of our top picks. A captain's delight. She is so accurate in whatever she does. Ready to take it on, and very happy for her, she said. Article Source: IANS
DC Edit | Honour Somnath Lesson, Stand United As Indians
The repeated attacks on the Somnath temple in Gujarat that began 1,000 years ago offer valuable lessons for India in that unity of purpose of the people is the best guarantee against a powerful enemy who may attempt an invasion from outside the border
Superb Devine wins WPL thriller for Gujarat - Yahoo Sports Canada
Superb Devine wins WPL thriller for Gujarat Yahoo Sports Canada
WPL: Nandini's hat-trick goes in vain; Devine's Gujarat outpower Delhi
Nandini Sharmas maiden hat-trick went in vain as Sophie Devine starred with a breathtaking 95 and a superb final over under pressure to steer Gujarat Giants to a thrilling four-run win off the last ball over Delhi Capitals in a Womens Premier League match on Sunday.
Minister assures development of Madhubanis Somnath temple
Bihar's Tourism Minister Arun Shankar Prasad visited the ancient Somnath temple in Madhubani, pledging government support for its preservation and development. The temple holds a legendary connection to Gujarat's Somnath, established by priests fleeing an ancient raid. The visit coincided with the 1,000th anniversary of the Gujarat temple's attack and included witnessing PM Modi's Swabhiman Parv event.
Record! India's Nandani becomes first player ever to achieve this feat
Nandani Sharma created WPL history with a sensational spell for Delhi Capitals against Gujarat Giants in Navi Mumbai. The Chandigarh pacer became the first player to take a five-wicket haul and a hat-trick in a single WPL match. Her pace and accuracy turned the game, marking her arrival as a rising star in Indian womens cricket.
Reliance, Adani, Welspun announce major investments at Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference
Leading industrialists have announced significant investment commitments in Gujarat. Reliance Industries will invest Rs 7 lakh crore over five years, focusing on green energy and technology. Adani Group plans Rs 1.50 lakh crore in Mundra for energy projects. Other companies will also invest in manufacturing and skill development.
WPL 2026: Just Bowled At Wickets, Did Not Expect A Hat-trick, Says Delhi Capitals' Nandani Sharma
DY Patil Stadium: Delhi Capitals' Nandani Sharma on Sunday etched her name into the annals of Indian cricket history by becoming the first uncapped player to claim a hat-trick in the Women's Premier League (WPL). The 24-year-old right-handed medium pacer from Chandigarh achieved the feat in a sensational final over of the match, bagging three wickets off the last three overs of the innings against Gujarat Giants at Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. She claimed her maiden five-wicket haul in WPL, ending her four-over spell with a four-wicket final over for figures of 4-0-33-5. Match 4 of WPL 2026 was looking like it was going Gujarat Giants' way with opener Sophie Devine blazing to 95 off 42 balls, putting on display majestic power-hitting, hammering 32 runs in one over bowled by Sneh Rana, making it the most expensive over ever bowled in WPL. But Nandani turned the match on its head by claiming her maiden five-wicket haul. After sending back Sophie Devine, getting her caught by Shree Charani, and then came the sensational 20th over of the match. Nandani started with the wicket of Kashvee Gautam off the second ball of the over, and after Tanuja Kanwar took a single off the third ball, claimed the wickets of Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, and Renuka Thakur in the next three balls to claim a memorable hat-trick. Nandani thus joined Issy Wong, Deepti Sharma, and Grace Harris as the bowlers to take hat-tricks in the WPL. After achieving her feat, Nandani, who claimed 2-26 in her WPL debut match against the Mumbai Indians on Saturday, claimed the Purple Cap, adorned by the player with the highest wickets. Nandani said she did not expect such drama when she was asked to bowl the last over. Asked what her plan for the last over was, Nandani said she only wanted to bowl at the target as advised by her senior teammates Shafali Verma and skipper Jemimah Rodrigues. Rodrigues showed immense confidence in Nandani, and the bowler repaid it with a superb performance. I wanted to just bowl at my target. They (Shafali and Jemi) were talking to me every ball, and that was my plan (to bowl at the stumps). I did not expect it (a hat trick), but the team told me I could get wickets, Nandani told the broadcasters in the mid-innings break. The right-handed medium-pace bowling all-rounder said she turned to her variations on realising that the batters were hitting her stock ball. She was struck back-to-back boundaries by Sophie Devine in her first over and had the last laugh by claiming the wicket of the explosive opener, getting her caught by Shree Charani. After my first over, I noticed that they were hitting my stock ball well. After that, I bowled my variations, and thankfully, it worked, she added. The right-handed medium-pace bowling all-rounder said she turned to her variations on realising that the batters were hitting her stock ball. She was struck back-to-back boundaries by Sophie Devine in her first over and had the last laugh by claiming the wicket of the explosive opener, getting her caught by Shree Charani. Also Read: Live Cricket Score My brother, my mother, and my friend are here (watching from the stands). My family is watching at home also, and they have been very supportive, said Nandani, who has caught the eye with her superb bowling in the first two matches of her WPL career. Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Nandani Sharma's Hat-trick After Devine's 95 Helps DC Restrict GG To 209
DY Patil Stadium: Sophie Devine blazed to a 42-ball 95 and Ashleigh Gardner hammered 49 off 26 balls but Delhi Capitals' uncapped medium pacer Nandani Sharma bagged her maiden fifer, including a last-over hat-trick to dismiss Gujarat Giants for 209 in Match 4 of Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Devine set the tone for the sensational clash with brilliant hitting, scoring her fifty off 25 balls, and Gardner provided some late flourish before Nandani Sharma served to add to the drama by bowling a magical 20th and last over, claiming four wickets, including a hat-trick off the last three balls of the innings, to pull things back for Delhi Capitals. Nandani Sharma (5-33) claimed her maiden five-wicket haul while Shree Charani and Chinelle Henry bagged two wickets apiece to apply the brakes to the GG innings. Asked to bat first by DC skipper Jemimah Rodrigues, Gujarat Giants were off to a blazing start with Sophie Devine and Beth Mooney hammering 94 runs for the first-wicket partnership in just eight overs. Mooney scored a 16-ball 19, but Devine was in divine form on Sunday and came up with one of her most memorable knocks. Devine was in devastating form as she took all the bowlers to the cleaners, starting with a four off Chinelle Henry on the first ball of the second over, and ended the over with another four edged through the vacant slips. She struck back-to-back fours off Nandini Sharma in her first over and swung the young bowler over her head for her first six of the match. Then came the most expensive over from Rana as the 36-year-old New Zealander hammered Sneh Rana for two fours and four sixes for 32 run over as she raced to fifty off 25 balls. Devine welcomed Rana into the attack with a four off her pads on the first ball of the over, powering it through the mid-wicket. She was dropped off the second ball by Marizanne Kapp, and the ball rolled to the cover-point boundary. Devine then went on a six-hitting spree, dancing down to a slower one and launching it over long-on, clearing her foot to the fourth delivery to smoke it over cow corner as she reached 50. On the fifth ball, Devine gets down on one knee and clubs the half-volley over deep mid-wicket, and followed that up by dispatching a full toss over the deep mid-wicket boundary. The New Zealand all-rounder was at it again by blasting three sixes in an over off N Shree Charani in the 9th over. She fell five runs short of a well-deserved century, getting out for 95 off 42 balls, caught by Shree Charani off Nandani Sharma. Devine's highest score in WPL is 99 not out, which she scored in the first season. Delhi Capitals pulled things back a bit as Georgia Wareham (3), Anushka Sharma (13), and Bharti Fulmali (3) failed to contribute much. However, GG skipper Ashleigh Gardner smashed a 26-ball 49, hitting four boundaries and three sixes to give the innings some late flourish. However, there was more drama stored in the match as Delhi Capitals' Nandani Sharma etched her name into the history books by becoming the fourth bowler to claim a hat-trick in the WPL. She claimed the wickets of Kanika Ahuja (4), Rajeshwari Gayakwad (0), and Renuka Singh (0) to claim a hat-trick in a four-wicket last over and join Issy Wong, Deepti Sharma, and Grace Harris as the bowlers to take three-in-three in WPL. She had earlier claimed the crucial wicket of Gardner and Kashvee Gautam (14) as she claimed her maiden five-wicket haul, claiming 5-33 in her four-over spell that pulled things back for Delhi Capitals. The 24-year-old medium pacer from Chandigarh became the first uncapped bowler to claim a half-trick in WPL history. However, there was more drama stored in the match as Delhi Capitals' Nandani Sharma etched her name into the history books by becoming the fourth bowler to claim a hat-trick in the WPL. She claimed the wickets of Kanika Ahuja (4), Rajeshwari Gayakwad (0), and Renuka Singh (0) to claim a hat-trick in a four-wicket last over and join Issy Wong, Deepti Sharma, and Grace Harris as the bowlers to take three-in-three in WPL. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants 209 all out in 20 overs (Sophie Devine 95, Ashleigh Gardner 49; Nandani Sharma 5-33, Shree Charani 2-42, Chinelle Henry 2-43) against Delhi Capitals Article Source: IANS
As German Chancellor Merz lands in Gujarat, activists demand that Modi ask for Arihas return
Officials say Ariha is meeting parents, Indian embassy in Germany regularly, no movement on government request that the five-year-old be brought up in Indian home
WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals win toss, opt to bowl against Gujarat Giants
Both DC and GG decided to go with same playing XI of their respective previous matches.
RCB, UP Warrioz look to improve upon scratchy starts
RCB barely beat MI on the opening night, while UPW made a losing start against Gujarat Giants
Sophie Devine Hammers 32 Runs Off Sneh Rana For The Most-expensive Over In WPL History
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Gujarat Giants' Sophie Devine hammered two fours and four sixes off Sneh Rana of Delhi Capitals in the sixth over of Match 4 to score 32 runs and make it the most expensive over ever in the history of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at the Dr. D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. New Zealand all-rounder Devine exploded into action in the sixth over of their match against Delhi Capitals, hitting boundaries off the first two balls and then hammering four successive sixes, leaving Rana and Delhi Capitals shellshocked. This turned out to be the most expensive over ever bowled in the history of WPL, surpassing the 28 runs that Deepti Sharma of UP Warriorz had conceded in a match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in WPL 2025. Ironically, Deepti was taken to the cleaners by Sneh Rana herself, blasting three sixes and two fours in the over that included a no-ball. This is the second time that Sophie Devine has scored 32 in an over against Rana. According to ESPNCricinfo, previously, she did that in a T20I against Rana. In the process of scoring the most runs in an over, Devine raced to her fifty off 25 balls and also helped Gujarat Giants post 80 for no loss in the six-over Power-play. Devine welcomed Rana into the attack with a four off her pads on the first ball of the over, powering it through the mid-wicket. She was dropped off the second ball by Marizanne Kapp, and the ball rolled to the cover-point boundary. Devine then went on a six-hitting spree, dancing down to a slower one and launching it over long-on, clearing her foot to the fourth delivery to smoke it over cow corner as she reached 50. In the process of scoring the most runs in an over, Devine raced to her fifty off 25 balls and also helped Gujarat Giants post 80 for no loss in the six-over Power-play. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The New Zealand all-rounder was at it again by blasting three sixes in an over off N Shree Charani in the ninth over. She fell five runs short of a well-deserved century, getting out for 95 off 47 balls, caught by Shree Charini off Nandini Sharma. Devine's highest score in WPL is 99 not out, which she scored in the first season. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi takes part in 'Shaurya Yatra' in Somnath, 108 horses present majestic sight
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a Shaurya Yatra in Somnath, Gujarat. The procession honored warriors who defended the ancient temple. Traditional dances and a cavalcade of 108 horses marked the event. Modi offered prayers at the historic shrine and addressed a gathering.
4,4,6,6,6,6: Devine intervention at DY Patil; Sophie carnage lights up WPL
Gujarat Giants opener Sophie Devine unleashed a devastating 32-run over against Delhi Capitals' Sneh Rana, propelling her to a rapid half-century. Devine's explosive innings of 95 runs off 42 balls, including six sixes in one over, was the highlight of the match. She narrowly missed a century as Gujarat Giants posted a strong total.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to visit India this year. Discussions will focus on joint projects between Ukraine and India. The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference serves as a platform for exploring business and cooperation. Rwanda also highlighted strong ties and economic cooperation with India. The conference aims to boost investment and industrial growth in western Gujarat.
The Adani Group has committed to invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five years in the Kutch region of Gujarat, Karan Adani, Managing Director, Adani Ports and SEZ Limited, announced on Sunday, at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region.
Sonu Sood shared a series of pictures on his X handle on Sunday, which featured him alongside the cows. They ask for nothing, only care. Standing with our cows and cow shelter homes, he wrote.
WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Elect To Bowl First Against Gujarat Giants
DY Patil Stadium: Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues won the toss and elected to bowl first against Gujarat Giants in Match 4 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Both teams decided to go in with the same playing XI that did duty in their opening matches of the season on Saturday. The two teams had a contrasting start in WPL 2026, with Gujarat Giants starting with a win against UP Warriorz, while Delhi Capitals went down to defending champions Mumbai Indians on Saturday. After winning the toss, Rodrigues said she chose to field because she reckons this is a chasing ground and that dew could be a factor. She said the quick turnaround has helped them not overthink things. Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner said there were a lot of learnings for the Giants from their match on Saturday. Asked about youngster Anushka Sharma, who scored a vital 44 against UP Warriorz, Gardner said it is fantastic to see players who have never played in the WPL come in and have an impact straightaway. Playing XIs: Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner said there were a lot of learnings for the Giants from their match on Saturday. Asked about youngster Anushka Sharma, who scored a vital 44 against UP Warriorz, Gardner said it is fantastic to see players who have never played in the WPL come in and have an impact straightaway. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals: Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (capt), Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, N Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma Article Source: IANS
'About Faith And Fortitude': PM Modi Shares Highlights Of His Visit To Gujarat's Somnath Temple
PM Modi visited the Shri Somnath Temple in Gujarat to take part in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, which marked 1,000 years since foreign attacks on the historic temple.
Ukraine invites India to Reconstruction and Recovery conference in Poland
Addressing the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot on Sunday, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine Dr Oleksandr Polishchuk highlighted opportunities for Indian firms
Adani Group to invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Kutch, boost energy and port capacity
Ahmedabad: Karan Adani, managing director of Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd, on Sunday, January 11, said that the Adani Group will invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five years in Gujarats Kutch region. Adani was addressing the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) for the Kutch and Saurashtra regions held in Rajkot in the 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 .
PM Modi says India is seeing period of certainty amid great global uncertainty
India today has political stability and policy continuity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says while addressing investors and industrialists in Gujarat
PM Modi Pays Homage To Fallen Soldiers, Sardar Patel On Day 2 Of Somnath Temple Visit | In Pics
PM Modi visited the Shri Somnath Temple in Gujarat to take part in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, which marked 1,000 years since foreign attacks on the historic temple.
Mukesh Ambani Hails Invincible Wall Modi For Indias Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty
Ahmedabad, Jan 11: Reliance Industries CMD Mukesh Ambani on Sunday hailed Indias resilience amid global uncertainty and said challenges created by this geopolitical situation cannot touch or trouble the country due to the invincible protective wall called Narendra Modi. Let the world know that this is Indias defining decade under the PMs leadership, Ambani asserted while addressing the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) for Kutch and Saurashtra region in Rajkot. The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) was inaugurated on Sunday [] The post Mukesh Ambani Hails Invincible Wall Modi For Indias Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adani Group To Invest Rs 1.5 Lakh Crore In Kutch Over 5 Years: Karan Adani
The Adani Group will invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Gujarat's Kutch region over the next five years, underlining its long-term commitment to the state, Adani Ports and SEZ Limited Managing Director Karan Adani said on Sunday.
'Political Stability Has Powered Indias Growth': PM Modi At Vibrant Gujarat Conference
PM Modi further emphasised that over the past 11 years, India has emerged as the largest data consumer and built the countrys largest real-time digital platform.
Adani Group to invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Gujarat's Kachchh
The investments reflect India's message to the world that economic growth, climate responsibility and energy security can move forward together, Karan Adani said.
Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani pledges Rs 7 lakh cr investment in next 5 yrs at Vibrant Gujarat regional summit MSN
India is world's fastest-growing large economy: PM Modi at Vibrant Gujarat Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Gujarat for a two-day tour. He participated in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv and offered prayers at the Somnath Temple. Modi inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Trade Show in Rajkot. He highlighted India's economic growth and its position as a global leader. The Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2.
Reliance Industries chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani said PM Narendra Modi's vision has reshaped India's trajectory for the next 50 years
Forces Opposing Somnath Rebuilding Still Active, Need To Defeat Them: PM Modi
Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the forces that had opposed the reconstruction of the Somnath temple after independence are still active among us, and India needs to be alert, united and strong to defeat them. Referring to the attacks endured by the historic temple, located in Gujarats Gir Somnath district, in the past and how it was rebuilt every time, Modi said the hearts of people can never be won at the point of [] The post Forces Opposing Somnath Rebuilding Still Active, Need To Defeat Them: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi Inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot 2026
Development Of Gujarat Is Our Sankalp: AI To Olympics, Mukesh Ambani Announces 5 Commitments
Development of Gujarat is our sankalp, big in vision, bold in execution, rooted in Gujarat and dedicated to the service of Bharat Mata, said Mukesh Ambani
Reliance to invest 7 lakh crore in Gujarat over next five years: Mukesh Ambani
The Chairman of Reliance Industries said he was making five firm commitments to Gujarat
PM Modi inaugurates trade show ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a trade show in Rajkot. The event precedes the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference. Over 1,500 MoUs are expected. More than 110 international buyers from 16 countries participated. Over 1,800 business meetings were scheduled. Leading corporations and over 400 exhibitors showcased their products and services.
Amitabh Bachchan signs joint pack for development project in GIFT city in Gujarat's Gandhinagar
Shree Lotus Developers and Amitabh Bachchan have partnered for a major mixed-use development project in Gujarat's GIFT City. The 10 lakh sq ft project will feature retail, commercial, and residential spaces, marking the developer's debut in Gujarat. This collaboration is expected to further boost GIFT City's growth as a global finance hub.
How Gujarat's Somnath Temple Was Attacked And Rebuilt Over Centuries
The first recorded attack on the Somnath Temple was in 1026 CE, when Mahmud of Ghazni, the Turkic ruler of the Ghaznavid Empire, crossed the Thar desert and led a large cavalry into western India.
Somnath Temple, the first Jyotirlinga, has completed 1000 years, marking a millennium of cultural endurance since Mahmud of Ghazni's 1026 invasion. This revered shrine, dedicated to Lord Shiva and named after the Moon god, has a rich history of destruction and reconstruction, with its current form rebuilt in 1951.
Jadeja Fine-tunes Bowling Accuracy In Special Training Session Ahead Of IND Vs NZ 1st ODI
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Indias premier all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was seen putting in extra work through a special spot training session ahead of the first ODI against New Zealand here at the Kotambi Stadium In a video shared by the BCCI on Sunday, Jadeja was seen doing a unique bowling practice. The all-rounder was pitching the ball between different coloured cones placed on the surface, according to the instructions of bowling coach Morne Morkel, who was continuously guiding and monitoring the Indian legend. Coach gave me a task: by the trigger, when I am going to pitch the ball, he will name the colour blue, green and red. He will pick from all three, and I have to pitch the ball closer to that colour with accuracy, like a normal match pitch. And in between, he also kept two blue coloured balls for the full ball. So, at the same time, he will tell me where to pitch the ball at the last moment, Jadeja said while explaining the practice. Jadeja enters the series with form, fitness, and confidence on his side. The all-rounder has looked sharp in domestic cricket this month, scoring an unbeaten 52 against Gujarat and following it with 36 and figures of 1-48 against Services in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Against New Zealand, Jadeja has built a strong ODI record across 15 years. He has scored 386 runs in 16 matches against New Zealand at an average of 48.25. He has also taken 10 wickets in those encounters. Jadeja enters the series with form, fitness, and confidence on his side. The all-rounder has looked sharp in domestic cricket this month, scoring an unbeaten 52 against Gujarat and following it with 36 and figures of 1-48 against Services in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After the series opener in Kotambi, the second ODI will be played at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on January 14, while the third and final match is set to take place at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on January 18. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi performs puja at Somnath Temple, takes part in Shaurya Yatra
New Delhi/Gujarat, Jan 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday performed puja at the Somnath Temple in Gujarat and took part in events marking the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The Prime Minister also held a Shaurya Yatra in Somnath as part of the four-day programme being observed from January 8 to 11. The event [] The post PM Modi performs puja at Somnath Temple, takes part in Shaurya Yatra appeared first on Northlines .
PM takes part in Shaurya Yatra in Somnath, 108-horse brigade part of parade
Somnath: A group of men playing damru and 108 horses drawn from different parts of Gujarat were part of the Somnath temples Shurya Yatra on Sunday which saw Prime Minsiter Narendra riding an open-top vehicle. The yatra began from Shankh Circle, and the prime minister travelled the nearly one km stretch towards Veer Hamirji Gohil 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 .
Rodrigues' Capitals must get their act together fast to challenge power-packed Giants - ESPN
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108 Horses, Massive Crowd: PM Modi Takes Part In 'Shaurya Yatra' At Somnath
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 'Shaurya Yatra' at Somnath Temple as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv in Gujarat on Sunday. He witnessed cultural performances from artists across the country.
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Dr DY Patil Sports Academy: Delhi Capitals head coach Jonathan Batty reflected on team's execution, batting depth and positives despite opening defeat to Mumbai Indians by 50 runs, saying the 190 is a chasable score but the team did not quite click with the bat. Delhi Capitals went down by 50 runs against Mumbai Indians in their opening fixture of the Womens Premier League at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy on Saturday. Put in to chase a target of 196, Delhi Capitals were bowled out for 145 in 19 overs, despite a fighting half-century from Chinelle Henry (56 off 33). Earlier, Mumbai Indians posted 195 for 4, powered by half-centuries from Harmanpreet Kaur and Nat Sciver-Brunt. Reflecting on the contest at the post-match press conference, Delhi Capitals Head Coach Jonathan Batty said, I thought it was a really good wicket. In the first half, we bowled really well for the first ten overs and were pretty happy. We would have liked another wicket or two, but their two best batters put together a great partnership. Assessing the bowling effort overall, he added, Our plans were very good and about 75 per cent of what we did with the ball was really good. When we missed, we missed quite significantly, which allowed them to get away a little. With a quick outfield and short boundaries, 190 is a chasable score with our batting line-up. Speaking about the batting performance, Batty said, We did not quite click with the bat. One of those days. Nicola Carey bowled really well and probably turned the game in that one powerplay over by getting those two wickets and putting us under pressure. Backing the team combination and batting order going forward, he said, I am really happy with the batting line-up we have got. It is a fantastic top seven or eight, with Sneh Rana coming in at number eight. That line-up should score heavily through the tournament. We always reassess things, but I am really pleased with that group. Players like Laura Wolvaardt and Jemimah Rodrigues have a lot of quality and they will click. Batty also praised debutant Nandni Sharma for her impact on the night, saying, Nandni has been on our radar for quite some time. She has been to a few trial camps and had a good domestic year. She has been really impressive in training and bowled beautifully in different roles. To finish with figures (2/26) like she did on debut is a really good start to her WPL career. Backing the team combination and batting order going forward, he said, I am really happy with the batting line-up we have got. It is a fantastic top seven or eight, with Sneh Rana coming in at number eight. That line-up should score heavily through the tournament. We always reassess things, but I am really pleased with that group. Players like Laura Wolvaardt and Jemimah Rodrigues have a lot of quality and they will click. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals will next face Gujarat Giants in their on Sunday at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. Article Source: IANS
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Rodrigues' Capitals must get their act together fast to challenge power-packed Giants
A lot went wrong for Delhi Capitals in their season opener - a top-order collapse and a poor bowling plan among them - while Gujarat Giants were impressive against UP Warriorz
Giants open campaign with 10-run win vs UP Warriorz
WPL 2026 Navi Mumbai, Jan 10: Australian batter Phoebe Litchfields commanding knock of 78 off just 40 balls went in vain as Gujarat Giants beat UP Warriorz by 10 runs in a high-scoring Womens Premier League match here on Saturday. Sent in to bat, captain Ashleigh Gardner struck a scintillating 65 before Georgia Wareham played []
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DC-W vs GG-W, Match 4 , Cricket Tips :It wasn't a great start to the captaincy journey for Jemimah Rodrigues as Delhi Capitals Women suffered a 50-run defeat against Mumbai Indians Women in the first game. But can they bounce back from that defeat? DC-W will now take on Gujarat Giants Women in the next game. This contest will begin at 7:30 PM IST on January 11 at Dr. DY Patil Stadium. DC-W will hope for a better performance and open their account on the board. GG-W had a good first game. There were a lot of positives for them in the game. Ash Gardner was brilliant, as was her team, and they will fancy a win here. DC-W vs GG-W: Match Details Date : January 10, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai DC-W vs GG-W: Live Streaming Details The live action of this game on Sunday will be available directly on the Star Sports Network. The live stream option for the game will be provided on the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. DC-W vs GG-W: Head-to-Head in WPL Total Matches : 6 Gujarat Giants Women : 2 Delhi Capitals Women : 4 No-Result : 0 DC-W vs GG-W: Ground Pitch Report The wicket here is excellent to bat on. It is pretty flat and offers very minimal help to the bowlers. Bowling changes of pace or cutters can be used in the final overs. For spinners, there is a slow turn. The batting conditions are expected to be consistent in both innings. DC-W vs GG-W: Possible XIs Gujarat Giants Women : Beth Mooney (wk), Ash Gardner (c), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Kanika Ahuja, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh Thakur Delhi Capitals Women : Lizelle Lee (wk), Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Chinelle Henry, Minnu Mani, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma DC-W vs GG-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ash Gardner slammed a crucial fifty and showed why she is among the top T20 batters in the world. For DC-W, Shafali Verma and Laura Wolvaardt at the top will be key. Probable Best Bowler Georgia Wareham is a very smart operator who bowls according to her field and doesn't give much to the batters. For DC-W, the experience of Marizanne Kapp is important with the ball. Today Match Prediction : DC-W seem to have struggling with their combination, whereas GG-W are looking solid. Hence, we predict Gujarat Giants to win this game. DC-W vs GG-W Match 4, WPL 2026, Today Match DC-W vs GG-W, DC-W vs GG-W Prediction, DC-W vs GG-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update of the match between Delhi Capitals Women vs Gujarat Giants Women Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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PM Modi begins three-day Gujarat visit with Somnath prayers
In an inspiring celebration of pride, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Gujarat for the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. Engaging with the crowd, he joined in the vibrant chants and enjoyed an impressive drone light show. Later, he will lead a grand procession to address citizens about vital local initiatives.
Somnath is symbol of `civilisational courage', says PM Modi as he arrives for `Swabhiman Parv'
Starting his three-day visit to Gujarat, PM Modi witnessed a drone show and presided over a meeting of the Shree Somnath Trust as its chairman.
PM Modi Chants Mantras As Somnath Temple Marks 1,000 Years Since 1st Attack
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WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz sets six-hitting record
Gujarat Giants defeated UP Warriorz in a high-scoring WPL 2026 match. The game saw a record 21 sixes hit, surpassing previous benchmarks. Gujarat Giants posted 207 runs, with Ashleigh Gardner scoring 65. UP Warriorz chased hard, with Phoebe Litchfield scoring 78, but fell short by 10 runs. Gujarat Giants secured a thrilling victory.
WPL 2026: 'Momentum Is Everything In These Tournaments,' Says POTM Wareham
DY Patil Stadium: Gujarat Giants all-rounder Georgia Wareham said early momentum and collective contributions across departments played a key role in her teams narrow 10-run victory over UP Warriorz in the Womens Premier League 2026, as she was named Player of the Match for her impactful performance both with bat and ball at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday. Georgia played a fiery knock of 27 runs in just 10 balls. She hit three massive sixes and a boundary to take Gujarat Giants to a massive total of 207. The leg spinner also took two crucial wickets of Harleen Deol and Meg Lanning. She conceded just 32 runs in her four-over spell. Wareham underlined the importance of starting the campaign with a win, stressing that momentum often defines short-format tournaments like the WPL. The Australian leg-spinner felt the Giants ability to deliver as a unit with bat, ball and in the field set the tone in a high-scoring contest. These tournaments are all about momentum. To get a win straightaway and have everyone chip in across all aspects of the game is really pleasing, Wareham said after the match. Despite the flat nature of the pitch, which heavily favoured batters, Wareham praised the bowling group for maintaining discipline and striking at crucial moments to halt the Warriorz chase. It was a pretty flat wicket, so all the bowlers did a great job to keep taking wickets at regular intervals. That was really important for us, she noted. Wareham also talked about the prized wicket of UP Warriorz captain Meg Lanning, a dismissal that shifted momentum back in Gujarats favour during the middle overs. Reflecting on the moment, Wareham revealed she was confident about the decision when Lanning was adjudged out leg before wicket. Yeah, definitely, I knew it was pad first. Moons knew it as well, but Meg is always a big wicket to get at that stage of the game, so that was really pleasing, she said. While acknowledging the importance of her contributions, Wareham remained modest about her performance, emphasising the team-first approach that helped the Giants defend a 207-run total. I was just happy to contribute and get a couple when the opportunity came, she added. While acknowledging the importance of her contributions, Wareham remained modest about her performance, emphasising the team-first approach that helped the Giants defend a 207-run total. Also Read: Live Cricket Score While Warriorz showed strong fight in the middle overs, they fell short of the target. Phoebe Litchfield scored a quick 78 off 40 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to capitalise, resulting in their 10-run defeat. Article Source: IANS
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PM Modi to inaugurate two-day Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot on Jan 11
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WPL 2026: Ashleigh Gardner 'proud Of' Gujarat Giants Win Over UP Warriorz
Over UP Warriorz: Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner hailed her teams composure under pressure after they edged past UP Warriorz by 10 runs in a thrilling, high-scoring Womens Premier League 2026 encounter at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday. Reflecting on the contest, Gardner said the match was entertaining and highlighted the batting-friendly nature of the surface. She admitted that the Giants were aware early on that a big total was required to stay competitive in a match where 404 runs were scored in just 40 overs. It was a fantastic game for everyone who came out to watch, and it showed just how high-scoring this ground can be. By around the 11-over mark, I felt we probably needed close to 200, Gardner said. The Giants eventually crossed the 200-run mark, a target Gardner felt became competitive despite the Warriorz mounting a strong chase led by Phoebe Litchfield. Phoebe hit the ball beautifully from ball one, and we knew that would be a competitive target, she added. Gardner praised her sides fielding as a decisive factor in the outcome, while acknowledging there were areas to improve with both bat and ball. We bowled well in patches, and there are plenty of learnings with both bat and ball, but I thought our fielding was excellent and that might have made the difference in the end. Im really proud of how we started, she said. The Australian all-rounder reserved special praise for debutant Anushka Sharma, with whom she shared a crucial 103-run partnership. Shes such a special player. Id only seen her bat in the nets before, so to spend time out in the middle with her was really pleasing. She keeps the game simple but also opens up different areas of the ground, and for someone so young to be brave enough to do that is impressive, Gardner noted. Gardner also credited her bowling unit for handling pressure situations, particularly against Litchfield, whose wicket proved a turning point. Shes such a special player. Id only seen her bat in the nets before, so to spend time out in the middle with her was really pleasing. She keeps the game simple but also opens up different areas of the ground, and for someone so young to be brave enough to do that is impressive, Gardner noted. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gardner played an amazing knock of 65 runs in just 41 balls. She started her innings at a measured pace, focusing on building a partnership with Anushka. The skipper then changed gears in the 13th over by striking three fours off four balls from Kranti Gaud. The 28-year-old then smashed four sixes and one boundary in her next eight balls to complete her first fifty of the season in 31 deliveries. Article Source: IANS
Thousand years since first attack: PM Modi at Somnath swabiman parv; shares pictures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a three-day visit to Gujarat, beginning in Somnath to participate in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. His itinerary includes attending the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference and holding talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The visit also features a drone show, a ceremonial procession, and the inauguration of several development projects.
WPL 2026: Plenty Of Positives To Take Forward, Says Lanning After UP Warriorz Defeat
DY Patil Stadium: UP Warriorz captain Meg Lanning chose to see the positives despite her side suffering a 10-run defeat against Gujarat Giants in their opening match of the Womens Premier League 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday, admitting that her team fell short in execution but gained valuable learnings from the contest. Speaking after the match, Lanning said the Warriorz were disappointed not to start the campaign with a win but believed the performance provided several takeaways ahead of their next fixture. I thought it was a good game with plenty of positives for us. Of course, we would have loved to start with a win, but we just couldnt quite put it together for long enough. Still, it was nice to get the first game out of the way, and theres a lot we can take forward into the next one, Lanning said. Chasing a challenging target of 207, the Warriorz showed fighting spirit but were left with too much to do in the end. Lanning credited the Gujarat Giants for putting her side under sustained pressure with the bat. I thought the Giants batted extremely well and put us under pressure. We probably didnt execute as well as we would have liked, a little bit on both sides of the wicket. It was a tough wicket to bowl on and good for batting, she explained. The former Australia skipper acknowledged that there were areas the Warriorz needed to improve, particularly with the ball, but remained confident in the depth and flexibility of her bowling attack. You always have things to improve on every game and we have a few before our next match. That is the good thing with our bowling line-up, everyone can bowl at any time, Lanning said. She also spoke about playing alongside England spinner Sophie Ecclestone, who returned figures of two wickets in the match, highlighting the familiarity and mutual respect between the two. She knows her game pretty well, and it was nice to play with her this time. We have played a lot against each other, Lanning noted. She also spoke about playing alongside England spinner Sophie Ecclestone, who returned figures of two wickets in the match, highlighting the familiarity and mutual respect between the two. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Speaking of the match, Warriorz won the toss and opted to bowl first. Gujarat Giants posted a challenging total of 207/4 in their 20 overs, with Ashleigh Gardner leading the charge, scoring 65 off 41 balls. In reply, Warriorz showed a tough fight in the middle overs with Phoebe Litchfield scoring a quick 78 off 40 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to capitalise, resulting in their 10-run defeat. Article Source: IANS
WPL: Gardner, Wareham star in Gujarat Giants' 10-run win over UPW
Gardners innings came to an end in the 18th over when she was dismissed by Sophie Ecclestone. Georgia Wareham then provided the finishing touches with a quick unbeaten 27 off just 10 balls, which included one four and three sixes. Bharti Fulmali also chipped in with an unbeaten 14 off seven balls, hitting two sixes, as Gujarat Giants crossed the 200-run mark.
WPL 2026: Litchfield's Valiant Knock In Vain As Gujarat Giants Beat UP Warriorz By 10 Runs
Renuka Singh Thakur: A captains knock from Ashleigh Gardner, followed by a splendid bowling performance from Renuka Singh Thakur and Sophie Devine, powered Gujarat Giants to a thrilling 10-run victory over UP Warriorz in the second match of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium. Chasing a mammoth total of 207 runs, the Warriorz had a poor start as opener Kiran Navgire (1) was clean bowled by Renuka Singh while attempting a sweep shot. Captain Meg Lanning then forged a strong 70-run partnership with the number three batter, Phoebe Litchfield. The Australian duo steadied the chase with continuous strike rotation and timely boundaries. Gujarat finally made a turnaround in the ninth over when Georgia Wareham sent captain Lanning (30) back to the pavilion with a perfectly pitched googly. Gujarat then strengthened their position by dismissing Harleen Deol for a duck and vice-captain Deepti Sharma for just one run in the next four balls. With three wickets falling in quick succession, the Warriorz were under pressure, but Litchfield stood tall and completed her half-century in just 24 balls. She received good support from Shweta Sehrawat (25), who fell in the 15th over. Litchfield was eventually dismissed by the experienced Sophie Devine, who also completed 350 wickets in T20 cricket. Phoebe scored 78 runs off just 40 balls, hammering eight fours and five sixes on her debut. Asha Shobhana, who remained unbeaten on 27 off just 10 balls, tried to mount a late fight, but it was not enough as the Warriorz finished on 197/8 in 20 overs and lost to the Giants by 10 runs. Renuka Singh Thakur was the most successful bowler for the Giants, finishing with two wickets and delivering 14 dot balls in her spell. She was well supported by Sophie Devine, who picked up two wickets while conceding 55 runs, and Georgia Wareham, who ended with figures of 2 for 30. Captain Ashleigh Gardner also chipped in with a wicket. Asha Shobhana, who remained unbeaten on 27 off just 10 balls, tried to mount a late fight, but it was not enough as the Warriorz finished on 197/8 in 20 overs and lost to the Giants by 10 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Gujarat Giants 207/4 in 20 overs (Ashleigh Gardner 65, Anushka Sharma 44; Sophie Ecclestone 2/32) beat UP Warriorz 197/8 in 20 overs (Phoebe Litchfield 78, Meg Lanning 30; Renuka Singh Thakur 2/25, Georgia Wareham 2/30). Article Source: IANS
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WPL 2026: Lanning Goes Past Perry To Become Second-highest Run-getter
DY Patil Stadium: UP Warriorz skipper Meg Lanning went past Ellyse Perrys tally of 972 runs to become the second-highest run-scorer in the Womens Premier League (WPL) when she took on Gujarat Giants in the second match of the tournament here at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday. Lanning, after her 27-ball 30-run knock, tallies 981 and is just 50 runs short of Mumbai Indians all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunts tally, who leads the chart with 1031 runs (after Match 1 of WPL 2026). Sciver-Brunt is the only player in the tournament with 1000+ runs to her name, thanks to a brilliant 2025 campaign that saw her script history. The England skipper, during MIs victorious WPL 2025 campaign, became the first and only cricketer to score 500+ runs in a single season so far. The previous record was Perrys 347, achieved during her team, Royal Challengers Bengalurus (RCB), victorious WPL 2024 season. The ongoing 2026 season will witness a race between Lanning and Sciver-Brunt, as the two senior pros aim to attain the No. 1 position in the list of all-time top run scorers of the tournament. Australia's Lanning, now Warriorz captain, has been one of the most consistent players in WPL history. She played for Delhi Capitals in the first three seasons, scoring 952 runs in 27 matches, helping the franchise reach the finals in all three WPL seasons so far. She was released by DC before WPL 2026 and subsequently acquired by UP Warriorz, who appointed her as the team captain for the ongoing season. The previous record was Perrys 347, achieved during her team, Royal Challengers Bengalurus (RCB), victorious WPL 2024 season. The ongoing 2026 season will witness a race between Lanning and Sciver-Brunt, as the two senior pros aim to attain the No. 1 position in the list of all-time top run scorers of the tournament. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The WPL 2026 began on January 9 and will run till February 5, with the summit clash slated to be played at the BCA Stadium (Kotambi) in Vadodara. Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: 'It Is More About Mindset', Says Anushka On Her 44-run Debut
The Madhya Pradesh Women: Gujarat Giants top-order batter Anushka Sharma made a memorable debut with a blistering 44 off 30 balls against UP Warriorz in the second match of the ongoing Womens Premier League 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium, drawing widespread attention with her confident strokeplay After the impressive innings, the 22-year-old debutant admitted she was a bit nervous at the start but felt at ease once she got off the mark. The Madhya Pradesh Womens Premier League star also credited her preparation and domestic form for the knock. To be honest, I was a little nervous, but as I played two or three balls, it went away. It was a great outing, and I had great company as well. It was crucial to build a partnership at that time. Me and Ash were talking about building a partnership, and that went well for our team, she said after the first inning. It is more about mindset, how you read situations and react according to that. The domestic season obviously helped a lot for me. The preparation was also on point, as we have a great staff with us. They helped me so much with the areas where I can execute my boundaries and sixes. It is a very good total on this wicket, and we have a great bowling side, she added. To be honest, I was a little nervous, but as I played two or three balls, it went away. It was a great outing, and I had great company as well. It was crucial to build a partnership at that time. Me and Ash were talking about building a partnership, and that went well for our team, she said after the first inning. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Anushkas innings ended on the first ball of the 16th over when she lofted a pitched-up delivery from Deandra Dottin, but the shot lacked power and went straight into the hands of Harleen Deol at long on. She narrowly missed a well-deserved half-century, scoring 44 runs off 30 balls, which included seven fours. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Giants posted a massive 207 runs against UP Warriorz. Skipper Ashleigh Gardner scored 65 and debutant Anushka Sharma impressed with 44. Their partnership laid the foundation for the high total. Sharma's debut score set a new franchise record. Gujarat's strong batting performance secured a commanding position in the WPL 2025 match.
WPL 2026: Gardner And Anushka Cause Havoc As Gujarat Giants Post 207/4 Against UP Warriorz
DY Patil Stadium: A blistering 103-run partnership between captain Ashleigh Gardner and debutant Anushka Sharma powered Gujarat Giants to a commanding total of 207/4 in 20 overs against UP Warriorz in the second match of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday. Asked to bat after losing the toss, Gujarat Giants openers Sophie Devine and Beth Mooney struggled in the first over, with Kranti Gaud bowling a tight length to the opponents. Devine finally got the momentum in the next over, where she scored 14 runs off Shikha Pandeys bowling. She continued her attack in the next three overs as the Warriorz kept changing the bowlers. Meg Lannings team finally got their first breakthrough in the fifth over, with Mooney (13) completely missing Sophie Ecclestones delivery, which hit the top of the off stump. Her partner Devine (38) also fell in the final over of the Power-play when she was caught at midwicket by Phoebe Litchfield off Shikha Pandeys cross-seam delivery. Batting at number three in her first match, Anushka did not let the momentum shift after the two wickets, hammering a boundary towards square-leg on her fourth ball. The young batter then struck three more fours and crossed the 30-run mark in just 20 balls. The Madhya Pradesh batter also rotated the strike consistently with captain Gardner to keep the scoreboard moving. Anushkas innings ended on the first ball of the 16th over when she lofted a pitched-up delivery from Deandra Dottin, but the shot lacked power and went straight into the hands of Harleen Deol at long on. She narrowly missed a well-deserved half-century, scoring 44 runs off 30 balls. Captain Gardner started her innings at a measured pace, focusing on building a partnership with the young debutant. She changed gears in the 13th over by striking three fours off four balls from Kranti Gaud. The 28-year-old then smashed four sixes and one boundary in her next eight balls to complete her first fifty of the season in 31 deliveries. The Warriorz finally managed to dismiss Gardner in the 18th over when she was bowled by Sophie Ecclestones tossed-up delivery on leg stump that drifted into the right-hander. Gardner scored 65 runs off 41 balls, an innings that included four boundaries and three sixes. Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali ensured Gujarat finished on a high note, adding 34 runs in the final two overs. Wareham struck at a rate of 270, remaining unbeaten on 27 off just 10 balls, while Bharti scored 14 runs off seven deliveries. For Warriorz, Ecclestone was the most successful bowler with two wickets to her name, followed by Shikha Pandey and Deandra Dottin, who took one each. Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali ensured Gujarat finished on a high note, adding 34 runs in the final two overs. Wareham struck at a rate of 270, remaining unbeaten on 27 off just 10 balls, while Bharti scored 14 runs off seven deliveries. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants 207/4 in 20 overs (Ashleigh Gardner 65, Anushka Sharma 44, Sophie Devine 38, Georgia Wareham 27 not out; Sophie Ecclestone 2-32) against UP Warriorz Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants post 207 for 4 against UP Warriorz
Gardner stitched 103 runs with Anushka Sharma (44 off 30 balls) for the third wicket to take her side past the 170-run mark
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Post 207/4 Against UP Warriorz
Coming at the fall of opener Sophie Devine (38) in the sixth over, Gardner stitched 103 runs with Anushka Sharma (44 off 30 balls) for the third wicket to take her side past the 170-run mark
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