Category: Sports

Hyderabad: The Indian Premier League 2026 season could soon witness a major turnaround for Sunrisers Hyderabad as captain Pat Cummins edges closer to a return, offering hope to a side struggling for consistency. SRH’s Challenging Start Sunrisers Hyderabad have endured a difficult campaign so far, managing just two wins from five matches. Injuries to key players have compounded their problems, disrupting team balance and forcing frequent changes to the playing XI. Despite the setbacks, the emergence of young Indian pacers has provided a silver lining, with the bowling unit showing…

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Bengaluru: A disciplined bowling effort followed by a composed chase powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a convincing five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League 2026 clash. Chasing a modest target of 147, RCB reached 149/5 with ease, showcasing depth in both their batting and bowling departments. Match Summary LSG: 146 all out RCB: 149/5 Result: RCB won by 5 wickets RCB’s Controlled Chase The chase was anchored by Virat Kohli, who played a steady knock of 49, narrowly missing out on a half-century. His innings laid…

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Mumbai: A commanding century from Quinton de Kock propelled Mumbai Indians to a competitive total of 195/6 against Punjab Kings in Match 24 of the Indian Premier League 2026 season. Early Setbacks in PowerPlay Mumbai Indians had a shaky start, reaching 48/2 at the end of the PowerPlay. Arshdeep Singh set the tone early with a disciplined opening over, conceding just one run. He then struck a crucial double blow, dismissing Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav to leave MI struggling at 12/2. Amid the early collapse, de Kock steadied the…

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Mumbai: Kabuni, an emerging AI-powered sports technology platform, has announced the appointment of former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson as its Super Coach, in a move aimed at redefining cricket training through a blend of advanced technology and elite-level expertise. The collaboration marks a key milestone in Kabuni’s mission to democratise access to world-class coaching by combining Watson’s vast international experience with its data-driven training ecosystem. The platform is designed to modernise traditional cricket practice by capturing real-time player movement and ball tracking, converting complex data into simple, actionable feedback for…

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Hyderabad: In a tournament known for producing stars, Praful Hinge announced himself in spectacular fashion, delivering one of the most memorable debuts of the Indian Premier League 2026. The 24-year-old pacer’s breathtaking opening over for Sunrisers Hyderabad left Rajasthan Royals reeling and set the tone for a dominant victory. A Debut to Remember Making his first appearance in the IPL, Hinge needed just six deliveries to make headlines. With nerves of steel and impeccable control, he struck three times in his opening over, dismissing Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, and Lhuan-dre…

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Hyderabad: A night of fearless cricket and emerging talent lit up the Indian Premier League 2026 as Sunrisers Hyderabad delivered a commanding 57-run victory over Rajasthan Royals. The contest, played in Hyderabad, will be remembered not just for the emphatic margin but for the stunning impact of SRH’s debutants, who dismantled RR with a ruthless bowling display. Kishan Leads a Power-Packed SRH Batting Display Batting first, Sunrisers Hyderabad piled up an imposing 216/6, powered by a scintillating knock from skipper Ishan Kishan. The left-hander anchored the innings with a blistering…

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Chennai: Chennai Super Kings delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat Kolkata Knight Riders by 32 runs, securing consecutive victories in an IPL season for the first time in two years. The win, achieved at home, marked a significant turnaround in Chennai’s campaign. Strong Foundation Powers CSK to 192/5 Batting first, Chennai Super Kings posted a competitive total of 192/5 in their allotted 20 overs. The hosts came out aggressively in the powerplay, racing to 72/2 within the first six overs and setting the tone for a high-scoring innings. While…

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Lucknow/Ghaziabad: In a major boost to sports infrastructure and urban development, a ₹2,200-crore mega project featuring an international cricket stadium and an integrated aerocity township has been proposed in Ghaziabad, near the national capital. The ambitious project, spread across 417 acres in Rajnagar Extension (Morti area), aims to transform the region into a world-class hub for sports, tourism, and business. Officials said the plan includes a state-of-the-art cricket stadium along with a large-scale urban development model combining residential, commercial, and recreational facilities. According to authorities, the cricket stadium will be…

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Legacy honoured at Wankhede Stadium as MCA unveils Ravi Shastri Stand, names stadium gates after Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulji Mumbai: In a moment etched in Mumbai cricket’s history, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) today inscribed the names of cricketing stalwarts, Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji, at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, recognising their contributions to Mumbai and Indian cricket. The honours were unveiled by the Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra,  Devendra Fadnavis, as a stand was named after Ravi Shastri and stadium gates were…

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