Category: Sports

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has spoken about the intensity of the Premier League, his team’s defensive concerns, the importance of giving attacking players creative freedom and Cole Palmer’s preferred role as a central attacking midfielder. Washington: Chelsea have made a positive start to the 2026–27 Premier League season, collecting 16 points from nine matches to sit fourth in the standings. In an interview shared by JioStar, Alonso discussed the challenges of competing in English football and the areas his team needs to improve as the season progresses. Q: How would…

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– World’s top F1 Sim Racing talent to compete in Mumbai from 7–9 November to lead the world championship – Karl Verghese and Siddharth Sathgare to represent India in Cup of Nations ~ – Karl Verghese Crowned as the National Champion at F1® Sim Racing India 2026, for the open category – Mumbai: India marked a significant milestone in its motorsport journey, earning a place in Cup of Nations, which will see 18 international teams compete for the global championship in Mumbai from 7–9 November 2026, organised by Mumbai Falcons…

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Parth Dabas to captain Delhi in the opening two matches New Delhi: The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) has announced a 16-member Delhi men’s Under-16 squad for the 2026–27 Vijay Merchant Trophy, with Parth Dabas appointed captain for the team’s opening two matches. The league stage of the domestic tournament is scheduled to begin on November 14 in Gwalior. Dabas will lead the young Delhi side as it begins its campaign in the competition. The squad includes two wicketkeepers, Ayushman Adhikari and Yuvish Singh, along with a group of…

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‘Celebrating the Champions’ event honours the 2026 winners, marks the induction of the ninth franchise and underlines the league’s growing stature in Indian cricket Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) today hosted ‘Celebrating the Champions’, an evening to honour the winners of the T20 Mumbai League 2026 and celebrate the league’s growth, both on and off the field. The event celebrated the league’s progress as a competitive platform for cricketing talent as well as its growing commercial strength, with the formal induction of the ninth franchise marking an important milestone…

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Chennai: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are reportedly preparing for a major overhaul of their coaching staff ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, with Australian batting great Michael Hussey set to leave the franchise after an eight-year stint as batting coach. The reported departure marks the end of a long association between Hussey and the five-time IPL champions. The move comes amid growing pressure on the franchise following three disappointing seasons and its failure to return to the playoffs. Poor Results Prompt Major Changes CSK have struggled to…

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November 6 Marks an Emotional Full Circle for India’s Pace Spearhead Mumbai: Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has brought his Test career to an end, choosing a date that carries special significance in his cricketing journey. The 35-year-old announced his retirement from the longest format at 11:39 pm on November 6, 2026, through a video message shared on social media. The announcement came exactly 13 years after Shami made his Test debut against the West Indies at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on November 6, 2013. By choosing the anniversary of his…

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Lucknow: GCRG International School emerged champions of the 2nd Late K.N. Singh Memorial U-19 Inter-School Cricket Tournament, defeating Colvin Taluqdars’ College by 22 runs in an exciting final. The concluding match was attended by Dr Apul Goel from the Department of Urology, King George’s Medical University (KGMU), as the Chief Guest, while Abhijeet Sinha, an official of the Cricket Association of Lucknow, was the Guest of Honour. Umesh Kumar Singh, retired IPS officer and Chairman of Vivekanand Modern Academy, the organising institution, was also present. Batting first, GCRG International School…

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Players decorate court with earthen lamps, rangoli and candles; guests perform Diwali puja Lucknow: The handball court at K.D. Singh Babu Stadium was illuminated with earthen lamps and candles as players celebrated Chhoti Diwali on Saturday. The players decorated the court with diyas and colourful rangoli, turning the sporting venue into a festive space. The programme was organised under the guidance of handball coach Mohammad Tauheed, who coordinated the preparations and led the players in decorating the court. Dr Anandeshwar Pandey, Executive Director of Handball Association India and General Secretary…

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Melbourne: Former Australia batter Mike Hussey has taken up a new role with Cricket Australia, joining the national team’s support staff for four major international assignments, including the Ashes, the ODI World Cup, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028. Hussey will serve as a consultant coach for the Ashes campaign and the next ODI World Cup. He will take on an advisory role for the Los Angeles Olympics and the 2028 T20 World Cup. The appointment comes after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) parted…

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New Delhi: West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has achieved a remarkable milestone in T20 cricket, crossing the 10,000-run mark during the Nepal Premier League. With this feat, Russell has become the 22nd batter in the world to reach the landmark. More significantly, he is the first cricketer in T20 history to combine 10,000 runs with 500 wickets. Russell’s achievement highlights his exceptional all-round abilities and consistency across domestic and franchise-based T20 competitions. While several prominent batters have crossed the 10,000-run threshold, Russell’s combination of batting and bowling milestones sets him…

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