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Sunrisers Hyderabad pick Dilshan Madushanka as injury replacement for Brydon Carse
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 7:22:24 PM IST
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have picked Dilshan Madushanka as a replacement for Brydon Carse for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..


England skipper Stokes calls talks of rift with McCullum a "massive overstatement"
London | April 14, 2026 7:22:22 PM IST
England skipper Ben Stokes has broken his silence on the alleged rift with head coach Brendon McCullum, calling it a "massive overstatement", adding that he is "very confident" in their ability to work together. ... read..


S8UL announces participation across 13 titles at Esports World Cup 2026
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 14, 2026 6:52:34 PM IST
S8UL has announced its participation across 13 titles at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 in Riyadh from July 6, marking the highest number of titles by an Indian organisation at a global esports tournament. ... read..


Pathan hails "extra firepower" brought by SRH debutants Praful, Sakib against RR
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 14, 2026 6:52:28 PM IST
Former cricketer Irfan Pathan hailed the debutant pace duo of Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain for their performances for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) against Rajasthan Royals (RR), saying that the duo provided the Men in Orange with much-needed pace, variatio ... read..


PCB imposes ban on Blessing Muzarabani for two years over PSL withdrawal amid IPL switch
Lahore | April 14, 2026 6:52:09 PM IST
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has handed a two-year ban to Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani from Pakistan Super League (PSL), ruling him out of the competition until 2029 after he withdrew from Islamabad United despite being signed, opting instead to tak ... read..


IPL 2026: Will Ruturaj Gaikwad return to form against KKR? A look at batter's concerning dot-ball percentage
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 14, 2026 5:52:39 PM IST
Ahead of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Indian Premier League (IPL) fixture against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Chepauk, the form of Men in Yellow skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad will be in focus, as the opening batter has struggled to get going during this season ... read..


IGU Eastern India Championship: Guntas Kaur Sandhu finishes runner-up
Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 14, 2026 5:52:07 PM IST
Roundglass Golf Academy athletes Guntas Kaur Sandhu and Anshul Mishra continued their rise in the junior circuit in the country, delivering impressive performances on the national amateur circuit, securing podium finishes in their respective Indian Golf U ... read..


"Goal is definitely to win and lift trophy": SRH's Praful Hinge after sensational IPL debut against RR
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 5:22:42 PM IST
Vidarbha's "Fearless Prodigy" Praful Hinge delivered a sensational Indian Premier League (IPL) debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad, dismantling Rajasthan Royals with a historic spell that saw him become the first bowler in tournament history to claim three wick ... read..


Yorkshire ropes in Hasan Ali for Vitality Blast
London | April 14, 2026 5:22:38 PM IST
Yorkshire County Cricket Club have signed Hasan Ali as an overseas player for the Vitality Blast, with the Pakistan seamer stepping in to replace Naveen-ul-Haq, who has been ruled out due to injury. ... read..


Amelia Kerr wins ICC Women's Player of the Month award for March
New Delhi | April 14, 2026 3:23:08 PM IST
New Zealand's women's cricket team captain Amelia Kerr has won the ICC Women's Player of the Month award for March after her heroics with both bat and ball against Zimbabwe and South Africa, according to the ICC website. ... read..


GD Birla Memorial Open: Pooja, Ajita make final with upset wins
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 14, 2026 3:23:01 PM IST
It was doomsday for a majority of the seeded players in the semi-finals of the GD Birla Memorial Masters Inter-Cub Badminton Tournament, hosted by Bombay Gymkhana on Monday. ... read..


Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup heroics earn him ICC Player of the Month for March
New Delhi | April 14, 2026 3:22:57 PM IST
India's star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for March 2026, following his title-winning contributions in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. ... read..


Bihar has potential to perform on big stages: BCA president Harsh Vardhan after Saqib Hussain four-fer in IPL 2026
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 3:22:39 PM IST
Bihar Cricket Association president (BCA), Harsh Vardhan, expressed his happiness over the stellar debut of young fast bowler Saqib Hussain in IPL 2026, calling it a proud moment for Bihar cricket. ... read..


"If MS Dhoni is fit, CSK should bring him in as Impact Player:" Mitchell McClenaghan ahead of CSK vs KKR
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 14, 2026 2:52:44 PM IST
Former New Zealand cricketer Mitchell McClenaghan suggested the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) should use veteran wicket-keeper batter MS Dhoni as an Impact Sub, especially if the team is chasing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. ... read..


Athletics Federation of India kicks off two-day AGM in Kohima
Kohima (Nagaland) | April 14, 2026 2:52:13 PM IST
The two-day Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) began in Nagaland's Kohima on Tuesday at Hotel Vivor, marking a historic first as no national sports federation had previously held its AGM in the state. ... read..


"Future of Indian bowling is in safe hands": McClenaghan after Sakib, Praful heroics on IPL debut
New Delhi | April 14, 2026 2:22:26 PM IST
Sunrisers Hyderabad snapped Rajasthan Royals' four-match winning run in IPL 2026 with a comprehensive 57-run victory in Hyderabad on Monday as two young Indian debutants won the match for SRH. ... read..


UP skipper Ketan Kushwaha reflects on title-winning campaign at 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men's National C'ship
Rajgir (Bihar) | April 14, 2026 1:52:18 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Hockey captain Ketan Kushwaha expressed delight after the team emerged as champions of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men's National Championship 2026 in Rajgir, delivering a dominant performance to defeat Hockey Madhya Pradesh 5-2 in the ... read..


Sharmin Sultana returns as Bangladesh name squad for Sri Lanka Women's ODI series
Dhaka | April 14, 2026 1:52:16 PM IST
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match women's ODI series against Sri Lanka, set to begin on April 20 at home. ... read..


US Premier League set for grand return with season 4 in Florida
Lauderhill | April 14, 2026 1:52:11 PM IST
The much-anticipated United States Premier League (USPL) season 4 is all set to make a powerful comeback, scheduled to be held from November 20 to December 5 at the iconic Broward County Stadium in Florida. ... read..


"Pure display of class": Sanjay Bangar lauds Ishan Kishan's aggressive batting vs RR
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 14, 2026 1:22:34 PM IST
Former Indian cricketer and former batting coach Sanjay Bangar praised Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) stand-in captain Ishan Kishan's aggressive batting against Rajasthan Royals (RR) that helped the team post a big total of 216/6 in 20 overs in their Indian Pr ... read..


"Result is secondary for me": Riyan Parag after SRH end RR's unbeaten run in IPL 2026
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 11:52:31 AM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Riyan Parag stated that "result is secondary" to him after the team faced their first loss in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Monday. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) defeated RR by 57 runs, bringing the Parag-led tea ... read..


Kochi's Kalina Rangers clinch maiden Red Bull Four 2 Score National Championship in Coimbatore
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | April 14, 2026 11:52:20 AM IST
Team Kalina Rangers from Kochi emerged victorious in the Red Bull Four 2 Score National Finals, which concluded with a spectacular display of football, as amateur players from across the country battled it out for the coveted title and the opportunity to ... read..


Mitchell Starc, Deepti Sharma win Wisden's Leading Cricketers in the World honours
London | April 14, 2026 10:52:12 AM IST
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc and the Indian women's cricket team all-rounder Deepti Sharma have been named the Leading Cricketers in the World by Wisden Cricketers' Almanack for their outstanding performances in 2025, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..


"A dream come true for team": SRH pace bowling coach Varun Aaron on Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain's performance vs RR
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 9:52:23 AM IST
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pace bowling coach Varun Aaron praised the two debutants, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, and said their performance against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Monday was "a dream come true for the team," after the bowlers handed SRH a 57- ... read..


Nitish Rana attends Bhasma Aarti at Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | April 14, 2026 9:22:35 AM IST
Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Nitish Rana offered prayers and attended the Bhasma Aarti at Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Tuesday. ... read..


Premier League: Manchester United suffers 1-2 loss to Leeds United
Manchester | April 14, 2026 8:52:45 AM IST
Manchester United faced a disappointing 1-2 defeat by Leeds United at Old Trafford in a dramatic Premier League 2025-26 encounter that saw United defender Lisandro Martinez receive a straight red card, according to the Premier League website. ... read..


"They were working throughout the season": SRH skipper Ishan praises debutant pacers after win over RR
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 4:52:18 AM IST
Following his side's win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Ishan Kishan expressed happiness at his bowler's performances and plan executions, particularly from two debutants, Praful Hinge ... read..


Dream debuts: Praful Hinge achieves massive IPL-first; Sakib Hussain the latest gem out of Bihar talent factory
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 3:52:27 AM IST
Skipper Ishan Kishan's bold gamble of giving Indian Premier League (IPL) debut caps to pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain paid off as the duo rocked Rajasthan Royals' (RR) formidable-looking top-order and got Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) campaign on tra ... read..


"Just a blip": RR skipper Parag after loss to SRH
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 14, 2026 2:22:27 AM IST
Following his side's crushing loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag termed the loss as "just a blip". Acknowledging that while he does not have a lot of time to feel the emotions, he lauded the team's batting depth, ... read..


Badminton Asia C'ships: Silver medalist Ayush Shetty cherishes big battles, sets sights on Thomas Cup
By Sahil Kohli

Ningbo | April 14, 2026 1:52:18 AM IST
Indian rising shuttler Ayush Shetty, who secured the silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships held in China recently with some excellent big match performances, reflected on the "special feeling" to win the medal for his country, some high praise ... read..


IPL 2026: Debutants Praful, Sakib rock RR's top-order, help SRH to 59-run win
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 13, 2026 11:52:26 PM IST
An explosive 91 by skipper Ishan Kishan and four-wicket hauls from debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain helped Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 57 runs at Hyderabad on Monday. ... read..


Record prize money pot announced for Women's T20 World Cup 2026
London | April 13, 2026 11:22:31 PM IST
With just 60 days to go until the start of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record prize money pool for the tournament set to be staged in England and Wales. ... read..


Dhoni has light hit in nets ahead of KKR clash, unlikely to feature though
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 13, 2026 11:22:27 PM IST
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) icon MS Dhoni had a light stint in the nets ahead of his team's clash against three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Chepauk Stadium but remains unlikely for the clash, as per ESPNCricinfo. ... read..


IPL 2026: KKR opener Allen speaks on working with "world of knowledge" Watson ahead of CSK clash
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 13, 2026 10:52:11 PM IST
Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opener Finn Allen spoke on working with assistant coach and Australian legend Shane Watson, pointing out his "world of knowledge and exper ... read..


IPL 2026: Kishan's explosive 91 helps SRH pile 216/6 against RR
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 13, 2026 10:22:49 PM IST
A fiery 91 by Ishan Kishan and cameos from Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy helped Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) reach 216/6 in 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Hyderabad on Monday. ... read..


'Unwanted record': Abhishek Sharma registers seventh T20 duck of 2026
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 13, 2026 9:22:29 PM IST
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batter Abhishek Sharma made an unwanted record, overtaking Rohit Sharma for most ducks by an Indian batter during a calendar year, when he registered his seventh duck of 2026 during the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against R ... read..


400 young athletes shine at ISSO North Region Under-9, Under-11 Swimming and Athletics Championship in Gurugram
Gurugram (Haryana) | April 13, 2026 8:52:08 PM IST
The International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) successfully conducted the North Region Under-9 and Under-11 Swimming and Athletics Championship at Pathways School Gurgaon, bringing together over 400 young athletes from leading schools across the reg ... read..


"You could see he wasn't fully satisfied": Harbhajan on Kohli's fifty against MI
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 8:22:41 PM IST
Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) win over Mumbai Indians (MI), former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh spoke on Virat Kohli's half-century, saying that it was visible that the batter was not "satisfied with his knock", but acknowledged his role ... read..


RCB star Tim David fined 25% of match fee, handed one demerit point for IPL Code of Conduct violation; MI skipper Pandya fined for slow over-rate
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 8:22:40 PM IST
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Tim David has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee and handed one demerit point for violation of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Code of Conduct during the marquee clash against five-time champions Mumbai Indian ... read..


IPL 2026: RR win toss, elect to field first against SRH
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 13, 2026 7:52:34 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag won the toss and opted to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) contest at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Monday. ... read..


IPL 2026: Venues for two GT-CSK fixtures swapped due to municipal corporation elections in Ahmedabad
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 7:22:37 PM IST
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a revision in the schedule of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, with the April 26 clash between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) shifted to Chennai from Ahmedabad and their revers ... read..


Union Sports Minister Mandaviya felicitates Indian contingent for performances at Bangkok 2026 World Archery Para Series
New Delhi | April 13, 2026 6:52:18 PM IST
The Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports on Monday met and felicitated the Indian contingent that delivered an outstanding performance at the Bangkok 2026 World Archery Para Series held from March 30 to April 4, 2026, in Thailand. ... read..


"MI needs to find answers beyond Bumrah's overs": Faf du Plessis after five-time champions' loss to RCB
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 6:52:11 PM IST
Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) win over five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI), South Africa batting veteran Faf Du Plessis said that the Blue and Gold side needs to find answers for their poor bowling performances beyond pace spearhead Jasp ... read..


ILT20 Season 5 to begin from November 22 onwards in UAE
Dubai | April 13, 2026 6:22:50 PM IST
Season 5 of the biggest cricket league in the Gulf region, the International League T20 (ILT20) will begin on Sunday, 22 November 2026. ... read..


Sachin Tendulkar gets emotional, pays final tribute to Asha Bhosle in Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 5:52:19 PM IST
Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar got emotional as he paid tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 92 at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital. ... read..


"We'll surely have Formula 1 in 2027": Union Sports Minister Mandaviya
New Delhi | April 13, 2026 5:52:08 PM IST
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Monday that India will "surely have Formula 1 races" in 2027 and in the next six months, there will be a meeting on this issue with concerned authorities and stakeholders in the sport. ... read..


"Commonwealth Sport president impressed with India's CWG 2030 preparation, Khelo India concept": Union Sports Minister Mandaviya
New Delhi | April 13, 2026 5:22:33 PM IST
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that he met with the Commonwealth Sport president, Donald Rukare, who was impressed with India's preparations for the Commonwealth Games 2030 to be hosted in Ahmedabad and the 'Khelo India' initiative concept. ... read..


India likely to field separate teams for Hockey World Cup, Asian Games: Sports Ministry source
New Delhi | April 13, 2026 3:22:35 PM IST
With the Asian Games and the World Cup set to be held within a span of three weeks later this year, Hockey India is considering sending separate teams to the two tournaments, prioritising the continental event as it offers a direct qualification pathway t ... read..


Sandeepa Kumari reflects on Hockey Jharkhand's title-winning campaign at 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026
Rajgir (Bihar) | April 13, 2026 2:22:14 PM IST
Hockey Jharkhand secured their third consecutive title at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women's National Championship 2026, defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1 in the Final. ... read..


"It gives me confidence that we are scoring 200-plus consistently," says Rajat Patidar after RCB's win over MI
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 2:22:11 PM IST
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) beat Mumbai Indians by 18 runs at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, registering their highest-ever total at the venue. ... read..


"Our players have delivered outstanding performance...": Rajnath Singh hails rise of Indian sports
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 13, 2026 1:52:16 PM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday praised the recent performances of Indian athletes on the global stage, noting that their success in international competitions reflects the growing confidence and self-belief among the country's young sportsperson ... read..


FIDE Candidates 2026: India's Vaishali, Divya suffer defeat, Praggnanandhaa held to draw in round 12
New Delhi | April 13, 2026 1:22:12 PM IST
R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh both suffered defeats, while R Praggnanandhaa settled for a draw in Round 12 at the 2026 FIDE Candidates on Sunday. ... read..


Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce joins Laureus movement, becomes latest Ambassador
Barcelona | April 13, 2026 12:52:20 PM IST
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, one of the greatest athletes of all time and the 2023 Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year, was announced as the latest global superstar to join the Laureus movement as an Ambassador on Monday. ... read..


Ultrahuman HYROX Bengaluru a massive success, sets new benchmark with record participation
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 13, 2026 12:52:16 PM IST
Ultrahuman HYROX Bengaluru delivered a landmark moment for fitness racing in India, as the first-ever two-day HYROX event in the country concluded with over 8,200 participants and more than 12,000 spectators in attendance. ... read..


Rajnath Singh attends third edition of Sansad Khel Mahakumbh in Lucknow
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 13, 2026 11:52:27 AM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the third edition of the Sansad Khel Mahakumbh in Lucknow on Monday. ... read..


"I think it's just about executing and getting better": Sherfane Rutherford after MI's third straight defeat in IPL 2026
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 11:22:20 AM IST
The Mumbai Indians (MI) endured their third straight defeat of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Sunday, going down to defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 18 runs at the Wankhede Stadium. ... read..


Phoenix Hyderabad led by Sachin Baisoya grab honours in team event at IGPL Invitational 2026 Mauritius hosted by Leander Paes
Port Louis | April 13, 2026 11:22:13 AM IST
Phoenix Hyderabad took the early lead in the Team competition of the IGPL as they won the Team honours at the IGPL Invitational 2026, hosted by Leander Paes at the Anahita Golf Course. ... read..


Playing for India is the ultimate goal: Krunal Pandya
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 10:22:06 AM IST
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Krunal Pandya emphasised that playing for India is his ultimate goal, while he is currently focused on delivering strong performances and contributing to team victories, trusting that opportunities will follow. ... read..


"Batsmanship was quite different": Krunal Pandya highlights how impact player rule is redefining IPL strategy
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 9:52:00 AM IST
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB), Krunal Pandya explained that the Impact Player rule has significantly changed batting dynamics in the Indian Premier League (IPL), noting that earlier, teams relied on all-rounders at No. 6 and 7, but now sides can fie ... read..


Rohit Sharma completes 6000 IPL runs for Mumbai Indians
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 8:52:21 AM IST
Mumbai Indians (MI) batting icon Rohit Sharma etched his name in the record books as he completed 6000 Indian Premier League (IPL) runs for the five-time champions. ... read..


"Pleased to deliver for team," says Phil Salt after RCB win over MI
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 2:22:38 AM IST
After winning the Player of the Match award, opener Phil Salt said he focuses on staying mentally balanced and impactful after delivering a sensational performance with the bat for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their 18-run victory over Mumbai Indi ... read..


We conceded way too many runs: Hardik Pandya after MI's 18-run loss to RCB
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 2:22:36 AM IST
Mumbai indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya said that the team "conceded way too many" runs after their 18-run loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 game that saw 462 runs being scored by both teams combined at the ... read..


Monte Carlo Masters: Sinner in history books, outclasses Alcaraz in final
Monte Carlo | April 13, 2026 2:22:35 AM IST
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner secured his first-ever clay court ATP Masters 1000 crown, defeating rival Carlos Alcaraz in the Monte Carlo Masters on Sunday in windy conditions in their first meeting since November last year. ... read..


IPL 2026: RCB skipper Patidar offers Virat fitness update after win over MI
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 1:52:10 AM IST
Following his side's win over the Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar offered some fitness updates on star batter Virat Kohli, saying that the 37-year-old veteran is doing okay. ... read..


IPL 2026: RCB beat MI by 18 runs in high-scoring contest, defending champions jumps to third place in IPL 2026 standings
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2026 12:52:17 AM IST
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) edged out Mumbai Indians (MI) by 18 runs in a high-scoring Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, riding on explosive half-centuries from Phil Salt, Virat Kohli and Rajat Patid ... read..


SRH vs RR: Battle of 'Travi-Shek' and 'Jai-Soorya', Men in Orange's middle-order woes worriesome
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 11:52:06 PM IST
The Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) is a battle of two of the most hard-hitting opening pairs of this edition: Men in Orange's Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma on one side and on the other side ... read..


ISL 2025-26: Jason Cummings' free-kick seals late win for Mohun Bagan against Punjab FC
Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 11:22:12 PM IST
A dramatic late free-kick from Jason Cummings capped a pulsating contest as Mohun Bagan Super Giant returned to winning ways with a 3-2 victory against Punjab FC in Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Sunday. ... read..


"Nailing yorkers and choking the opposition is even more important": Ashwin defends Bumrah as pacer's wicketless IPL 2026 campaign continues
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 11:22:05 PM IST
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin emphasised that Mumbai Indians' (MI) pacer Jasprit Bumrah's ability to bowl tight yorkers and stop the run flow is more important than him looking to get wickets, especially at high-scoring venues like Mumbai's ... read..


ISL 2025-26: Mohammed Asif strike hands Inter Kashi FC narrow win over Mohammedan SC
Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 10:52:17 PM IST
Mohammed Asif's first-half strike proved decisive as Inter Kashi FC edged Mohammedan Sporting Club 1-0 at the Kalyani Stadium on Sunday, securing their second consecutive victory in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, according to a release. ... read..


SRH star Abhishek Sharma 55 runs away from 2,000 IPL runs
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 10:52:15 PM IST
Star Indian T20 opener Abhishek Sharma is 55 runs away from 2,000 Indian Premier League (IPL) runs ahead of his side's clash against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Monday. ... read..


IPL 2026: Virat Kohli continues fine run at Wankhede Stadium, becomes first batter to reach 1,000 runs against MI
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 10:22:26 PM IST
Star India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli continued his love affair with Mumbai Indians (MI) and the Wankhede Stadium as he became the first-ever batter to hit 1,000 runs against the five-time champions on Sunday. ... read..


IPL 2026: Fifties from Salt,Virat,Patidar help RCB mount 240/4 against MI
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 10:22:25 PM IST
Half-centuries from Phil Salt, skipper Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli and late cameo from Tim David helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) reach 240/4 against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. ... read..


Asian Wrestling C'ships 2026: India sign off campaign with two silver medals, one bronze on last day
New Delhi | April 12, 2026 10:22:23 PM IST
India signed off their 2026 Asian Wrestling Championships campaign in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on Sunday with two silver and a bronze medal to take their overall medal tally to 17 medals, which also includes two gold medals. ... read..


RCB opening pair sets new powerplay benchmark since IPL 2024
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 10:22:21 PM IST
The opening partnership of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has emerged as one of the most explosive forces in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since the start of IPL 2024, with numbers highlighting their unmatched consistency at the top of the order. ... read..


"I would take it as a learning," says Ayush Shetty after final loss
Ningbo | April 12, 2026 9:52:13 PM IST
India's young shuttler Ayush Shetty admitted disappointment after losing the men's singles final to China's top-seeded and World No. 2 Shi Yu Qi at the Badminton Asia Championships, saying he would take lessons from the defeat. ... read..


Hockey Jharkhand clinch gold medal at 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026
Ranchi (Jharkhand) | April 12, 2026 9:22:21 PM IST
Hockey Jharkhand successfully defended their title to emerge champions of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 in Ranchi, Jharkhand, after defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh in a closely fought Division 'A' final, according to a ... read..


Sivaraj Babu, Kamali Moorthy crowned champions at inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2026
Little Andaman (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) | April 12, 2026 9:22:04 PM IST
Tamil Nadu surfers dominated the inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2026, with Sivaraj Babu and Kamali Moorthy emerging as champions in the Men's and Women's Open Surfing categories, respectively, at the first-ever national surfing and stand-up paddling champio ... read..


IPL 2026: Pooran overtakes Rahul to become LSG's top run-getter
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:52:36 PM IST
West Indies batting star Nicholas Pooran overtook KL Rahul to become the top run-getter for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. ... read..


Bangladesh opener Parvez Hossain Emon sidelined with shoulder injury
Dhaka | April 12, 2026 8:52:23 PM IST
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Sunday provided an injury update on the condition of opening batsman Parvez Hossain Emon following his return to Bangladesh after participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). ... read..


"Most important thing was the victory": Prasidh Krishna after POTM-winning performance for GT
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:52:19 PM IST
Gujarat Titans' (GT) pacer Prasidh Krishna emphasised that the team's win mattered most, even after earning the Player of the Match (POTM) award for his four-wicket haul against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash in ... read..


"I think a few technical issues maybe crept in...": Buttler reflects on lean patch after win over LSG
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:52:15 PM IST
Following his side's win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the half-centurion Jos Buttler reflected on his lean patch and how some technical issues had hindered his ability to pick the ball well. ... read..


Jos Buttler completes 14k runs in T20s; achieves feat during LSG vs GT clash
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:22:24 PM IST
England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler added another milestone to his illustrious T20 career, completing 14,000 runs in the shortest format during the IPL 2026 clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans on Sunday. ... read..


Shubman Gill breaks Virat Kohli's record to become youngest player to score 4,000 IPL runs
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:22:20 PM IST
Shubman Gill became the youngest cricketer to hit the 4,000-run milestone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), breaking legendary cricketer Virat Kohli's record during the Gujarat Titans' (GT) IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday at ... read..


Uttar Pradesh Hockey clinches gold at 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men's National Championship
Rajgir (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 8:22:19 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Hockey emerged champions of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026 in Rajgir, Bihar, after defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh in the Division 'A' Final. ... read..


"The way we bowled in powerplay...": GT skipper Gill after win over LSG
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:22:17 PM IST
Following his side's win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill hailed his bowling attack for their superb show in the match. ... read..


"Not enough runs": LSG skipper Pant after seven-wicket loss against GT
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 8:22:10 PM IST
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant admitted that his side fell short with the bat after suffering a seven-wicket defeat to the Gujarat Titans (GT) in their IPL 2026 clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Sunday. ... read..


"A voice that defined generations": ICC chairman Jay Shah expresses grief at Asha Bhosle's demise
New Delhi | April 12, 2026 7:52:13 PM IST
The International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah expressed his grief at the demise of legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle on Sunday. ... read..


IPL 2026: MI win toss; opts to field against RCB in Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 7:52:06 PM IST
Mumbai Indians (MI) have won the toss and decided to field against the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the match number 20 at the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Sunday. ... read..


IPL 2026: Fifties from Gill, Buttler power GT to seven wicket win over LSG
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 7:52:05 PM IST
A sensational four-wicket haul by Prasidh Krishna and fifties from skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler helped Gujarat Titans (GT) to a seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash on Sunday. ... read..


IPL powerplay run-rate surpasses 10 for first time ever in a season
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 7:22:37 PM IST
It is clearly not the right time to be a bowler in T20 cricket, as run rates in the powerplay phase during the Indian Premier League (IPL) have averaged 10 per over on average for the first time ever. ... read..


Sawan Barwal breaks Shivnath Singh's marathon national record at Rotterdam Marathon 2026
Rotterdam | April 12, 2026 6:52:41 PM IST
Indian long-distance runner Sawan Barwal made a strong marathon debut by breaking Shivnath Singh's 48-year-old Indian national record at the Rotterdam Marathon 2026 on Sunday. ... read..


Could Venkatesh Iyer's strong record vs MI tempt RCB to play him at Wankhede?
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 6:52:29 PM IST
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) could be tempted to play all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer during their marquee clash against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede Stadium, given his strong record against the five-time champions and at the iconic venue in Mumbai. ... read..


IPL: Prasidh Krishna's 4-fer helps GT restrict LSG to 164/8 in 20 overs
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 6:22:21 PM IST
Gujarat Titans' (GT) pacer Prasidh Krishna claimed four wickets as he helped his team restrict Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to 164/8 in 20 overs in the first innings of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash on Sunday at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. ... read..


Bangladesh names squad for first two New Zealand ODIs
Dhaka | April 12, 2026 5:52:15 PM IST
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed their 15-player squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. They have retained the same squad as the one that secured a 2-1 series win in Pakistan last month. ... read..


KKR hosts fan meet-up in Chennai, capturing the Knight Riders' spirit in city
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 5:52:06 PM IST
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hosted a fan meet-up at ITC Grand Chola in Chennai on Sunday, bringing together passionate supporters ahead of their IPL 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings on April 14. ... read..


Ponting hails "brave decision" to introduce Shashank into attack to break 'Travi-Shek' stand after win over SRH
Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 12, 2026 5:22:51 PM IST
Following his side's win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting hailed the team for their fightback, particularly the decision of bringing batting all-rounder Shashank Singh into the attack, who took wickets of both T ... read..


Suresh Raina hails Sanju Samson's century as turning point for CSK in IPL 2026
New Delhi | April 12, 2026 5:22:39 PM IST
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) legend and former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has praised wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson after his maiden century in the yellow jersey, calling it a defining knock that could transform both the player's confidence and the tea ... read..


Team India coach Gautam Gambhir, BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla, Indian cricket fraternity mourn passing of Asha Bhosle
New Delhi | April 12, 2026 5:22:37 PM IST
Indian men's cricket team coach Gautam Gambhir, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President Rajeev Shukla, and others from the cricket fraternity, mourned the demise of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away aged 92 on Sund ... read..


"We'll let you know in a week": DC Director of Cricket on Starc's availability
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 5:22:35 PM IST
Following his side's loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Delhi Capitals (DC) Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao spoke on the availability of Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, saying that it will be known in a week. ... read..


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