Category: Sports

Bareilly | A series of vibrant sports competitions were organised at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University to celebrate Gujarat Day, bringing together students in a spirited display of athleticism and cultural unity. Held under the guidance of the  Governor, the event aimed to strengthen linguistic and cultural harmony among students. Programme Coordinator and Sports Secretary Prof. S.S. Bedi said the initiative sought to foster a sense of unity by encouraging students to engage with diverse cultures through sports. The university sports ground hosted a range of competitions, including races, shot put,…

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Ahmedabad: Gujarat Titans celebrated Gujarat Day with a special team dinner on Friday evening, with players, team owners, support staff and management coming together to honour the state’s rich cultural legacy. To mark the occasion, the franchise presented players with specially crafted Tangaliya shirts, one of the state’s most distinctive handwoven textiles. The players wore the shirts during the evening, showing visible excitement and enthusiasm as they engaged with the craft and expressed appreciation for its heritage. Tangaliya weaving has a history of over 700 years and originates from the…

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Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, and Ajinkya Rahane were among the Icon Players Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) today successfully concluded the player auction for the highly anticipated fourth season of the T20 Mumbai League. Following the success of the inaugural Women’s League auction earlier today, the men’s franchises battled it out on the bidding table to finalise their rosters, blending established international stars with the city’s most promising emerging talent. The Season 4 auction saw intense bidding wars, with all-rounder Akash Parkar becoming one of the most valued acquisitions,…

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New Delhi: In a candid and reflective conversation, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revisited one of the most debated moments in T20 cricket—the run-out of Jos Buttler at the non-striker’s end—offering clarity on intent, rules, and the so-called “spirit of cricket.” Speaking on JioStar’s The Ravichandran Ashwin Experience, Ashwin made it clear that his actions were within the laws of the game and driven by one simple objective: to win. “People say Buttler didn’t try to run, but that’s not my problem. I did it to win, and I’m very…

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Chennai: The Chennai Super Kings delivered a commanding performance to seal an eight-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians, completing a league double in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 season. The win, marking the start of “Revenge Week,” was powered by clinical execution and roaring support at Chepauk. Speaking after the match, CSK all-rounder Jamie Overton credited the electrifying home crowd for lifting the team’s spirits. “Chepauk has one of the most passionate crowds I’ve played in. It’s almost louder than a Premier League game,” he said, adding that the…

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Mumbai: The BCCI announced India’s squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be played between June 12 and July 5 in England and Wales. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘Follow the Blues’, experts Aakash Chopra, Veda Krishnamurthy, and Reema Malhotra analysed the squad, spoke about Radha Yadav’s comeback, and discussed the high-octane India–Pakistan match. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘Follow the Blues’, JioStar expert Aakash Chopra hailed the all-round strength of the Indian squad: “You will find a lot of all-rounders there. This is the speciality of this team, almost…

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Kolkata: The Gujarat Titans continued their impressive run in the Indian Premier League 2026 season with a hard-fought four-wicket win over the Punjab Kings. Earlier in the day, the Kolkata Knight Riders secured a convincing victory against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, adding further momentum to an action-packed Sunday. Speaking on Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, India batter Cheteshwar Pujara highlighted the growing influence of Jason Holder in Gujarat Titans’ setup. He noted that Holder’s all-round contributions have brought a new dimension to the side. “The way Jason Holder has made an…

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Mumbai: The Gujarat Titans held their nerve in a tense finish to secure a four-wicket win over the Punjab Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 season. The match, defined by composure under pressure, drew detailed analysis from experts on JioHotstar’s ‘Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live’. Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin highlighted Gujarat’s calm and calculated approach during the chase, noting that their strength lies not in flamboyance but in discipline and awareness of match conditions. He credited the team’s consistent strategy—focused on pacing the innings and…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow Golf Club has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of  Vijay Kumar, one of India’s most accomplished professional golfers and a former Indian Open champion. In an official obituary issued on Tuesday, the club’s Managing Committee paid rich tributes to Kumar, describing him as a “true giant of Indian golf” whose legacy will continue to inspire generations of players. He was also a distinguished member of the club. Born in Lucknow on December 29, 1968, Vijay Kumar turned professional in 1988 and went on to dominate the…

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