Category: Sports

Mumbai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has welcomed the start of construction of the cricket stadium at Pomona in Los Angeles County, California, marking a major milestone as the sport prepares for its historic Olympic return at LA28 after 128 years. Upon the start of construction, Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, said: “These are very exciting times for the game of cricket as it makes giant strides in establishing itself as a global sport. Our focus has been on expanding the footprint of cricket and being part of the Olympic movement…

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Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Ayush Mhatre and Sarfaraz Khan among other key names retained, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ajinkya Rahane are allotted as Icon Players, with franchises locking core squads ahead of Season 4 Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has set the stage for a blockbuster T20 Mumbai League 2026, unveiling a star-studded list of player retentions featuring India captain Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer and Shivam Dube. With elite performers such as U-19 World Cup-winning captain Ayush Mhatre, Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande and Sarfaraz Khan retained, and Yashasvi Jaiswal…

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Johannesburg: Former South Africa batting great Hashim Amla has thrown his weight behind rising star Connor Esterhuizen, predicting a bright international future for the young batter following his rapid rise across formats. Esterhuizen’s career has surged dramatically over the past month. The 24-year-old was named Player of the Series during South Africa’s tour of New Zealand, impressing in his maiden outing for the Proteas. His performances in Aotearoa also earned him a call-up to the Indian Premier League, where Gujarat Titans signed him as a replacement for England’s Tom Banton.…

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Mumbai: Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer, fuelled by a relentless drive to prove doubters wrong after injuries, is determined to help his side lift their first-ever TATA IPL trophy in the 2026 edition. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘Believe’ to Irfan Pathan, Iyer elaborated on overcoming injuries, building a strong mindset, and embracing the responsibility of finishing games for his team. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘Believe’, Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer spoke about his constant drive to prove naysayers wrong: “I have people around me who say that in this situation, you can’t…

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Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a commanding performance in the TATA IPL 2026, crushing Delhi Capitals by nine wickets in one of the most one-sided matches of the season. Speaking after the game on JioHotstar’s Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live and Star Sports’ Amul Cricket Live, RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar shared insights into modern bowling strategies, while expert Mitchell McClenaghan reflected on standout individual performances. Adapting to Conditions Bhuvneshwar explained how his bowling approach shifts depending on pitch and conditions. On flat tracks offering little assistance, the focus…

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● Community-led clean energy model enables sustainable livelihoods, women-led enterprises, and climate resilience in rural Maharashtra ● The partnership delivers reliable solar power, boosts agricultural productivity, and empowers women and communities through an integrated Climate Smart Village model Palghar, Maharashtra— Spreading Happiness InDiya Foundation (SHIF), a non-profit collaboration between Sachin Tendulkar, Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF)and Schneider Electric India, has transformed Guhir village in Maharashtra into a Climate Smart Village to drive clean energy access and sustainable livelihoods in rural India. The initiative focuses on enabling reliable energy access and strengthening…

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Chennai: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) produced a dominant all-round performance to crush Mumbai Indians (MI) by 103 runs in the TATA IPL 2026, powered by a commanding century from Sanju Samson and a clinical four-wicket haul by Akeal Hosein. The emphatic win once again highlighted CSK’s growing balance between explosive batting and disciplined spin bowling. Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live’ and Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, JioStar experts Suresh Raina, Harbhajan Singh, Anil Kumble, and Aakash Chopra lauded Samson’s match-defining knock, CSK’s spin dominance, and…

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Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) today unveiled the official logo for the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League and announced May 2 as the date for the player auction for both the men’s and women’s competitions, marking a defining moment in the evolution of Mumbai’s cricketing landscape. In a city synonymous with cricketing excellence, the launch of a dedicated women’s T20 league is more than just a tournament rollout. It is a structural shift. The unveiling of the logo signals the beginning of a high-intensity, professionally driven platform designed to…

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Ahmedabad: All-rounder Jason Holder praised the disciplined and well-rounded effort of Gujarat Titans after their convincing victory over Chennai Super Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League, crediting early conditions and sharp bowling execution for setting up the win. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Holder said the surface initially offered moisture and steep bounce, which helped GT’s bowlers gain early control and made batting a tricky balancing act for CSK, who were forced to choose between aggression and wicket preservation. He highlighted the crucial impact of the pace attack…

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Mumbai: At 34, after featuring for multiple franchises in the Indian Premier League, all-rounder Krunal Pandya added another glorious chapter to his career last season by lifting his fourth IPL title as a player and his first with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The veteran also enjoyed his personal best campaign, delivering impactful performances throughout the season. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘The Krunal Pandya Experience’, Krunal reflected on his journey, his evolution as a cricketer, and the emotional highs of a landmark season, particularly the long-awaited triumph for RCB and their fans. “I’ve…

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