Category: Sports

New Delhi: At just 20, Indian junior men’s hockey striker Dilraj Singh is scripting a journey that reflects grit, sacrifice and an unshakeable belief in individuality. From a mischievous schoolboy trying to avoid studies to one of India’s most promising young forwards, Dilraj’s rise mirrors the spirit of modern Indian hockey. Hailing from Jodha Singh village near Batala in Gurdaspur district, Punjab, Dilraj’s first brush with hockey came almost by chance. Watching his cousin play the game, he picked up a stick and began training at Ghuman Kalan (locally known…

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New Delhi: India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Saturday underlined that team combination, not individual merit, drove the selection decisions for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, as vice-captains Shubman Gill and Jitesh Sharma were left out of the 15-member squad. The squad for the global event, to be jointly hosted by Sri Lanka in February–March 2026, was announced at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai by Agarkar, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, and captain Suryakumar Yadav. All-rounder Axar Patel was named India’s new vice-captain, while wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan made a…

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New Delhi: Indian cricket stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma delivered commanding centuries for Delhi and Mumbai respectively, guiding their teams to emphatic victories in the Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group matches, while also achieving major personal milestones in List A cricket. Virat Kohli etched his name deeper into the record books by becoming the fastest batter to score 16,000 runs in List A cricket. Kohli reached the landmark in his 330th List A innings, surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who had achieved the feat in 391 innings. Tendulkar went…

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Mumbai: In a moment that underscored the power of belief and perseverance, Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar met the Indian Women’s Blind Cricket Team, the newly crowned T20 Blind Cricket World Cup champions, at the MIG Cricket Club in Mumbai. The interaction marked a significant milestone for the team, whose journey to the world title has been defined by resilience, grit and an unshakable belief in their dreams. Sachin spent nearly an hour with the players, congratulating them on their historic achievement and listening to their journeys with keen attention.…

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 ISPL Season 3 will be held from January 9 to February 6, 2026, at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat Mumbai: Continuing its rapid rise and expanding footprint in grassroots cricket, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) has announced a whopping prize pool of ₹5.92 crore for Season 3, reinforcing the league’s focus on supporting emerging talent and creating opportunities through the sport. India’s pioneering tennis-ball T10 league, ISPL continues to revolutionise the grassroots cricket ecosystem by ensuring that players are not only discovered, but also consistently rewarded for their…

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New Delhi:  Jay Shah, Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has been honoured with the Transformational Leader of the Year award at the NDTV Indian of the Year Awards 2025. The recognition highlights his role in driving structural change in cricket both in India and on the global stage. Under  Shah’s leadership, cricket has seen a decisive shift towards growth and inclusivity, with landmark reforms such as equal pay for women cricketers, stronger pathways for emerging nations, and the successful launch and expansion of the Women’s Premier League. His…

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Mumbai: Kolkata Knight Riders have made a bold statement in the TATA IPL 2026 Auction, targeting the top-order with Cameron Green after the departure of Andre Russell. Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘TATA IPL Auction Review’, KKR Head Coach Abhishek Nayar revealed the thinking behind this key move: “We wanted to go all out for Green. If we have the resources, we spend it. With Russell gone, we needed someone to take the franchise forward, and Cameron Green fits that role perfectly.” Green, known for his explosive top-order batting, is expected to…

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Mumbai: As the TATA IPL 2026 Auction concludes, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strategy has become crystal clear: the team is backing its batting to dominate matches. Speaking on ‘TATA IPL Auction Review’ on JioStar, cricket experts dissected SRH’s moves, particularly the acquisition of England all-rounder Liam Livingstone for ₹13 crore. Former India captain Anil Kumble weighed in on Livingstone’s role in the squad:“Liam Livingstone is the kind of player who can change a game in just a few overs. He’s extremely flexible — he can open, bat at No. 3, or play…

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Mumbai: With less than 50 days to go until the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup India & Sri Lanka 2026, JioStar has unveiled Rise Of Champions, a gripping series tracing the Indian men’s cricket team from the glory years of 2007, 2011, and 2013 to a decade marked by heartbreak and near misses. The first episode, Illusion, now streaming on JioHotstar, sets the stage for India’s rollercoaster journey in ICC events, highlighting both triumphs and missed opportunities. India’s 2024 T20 World Cup-winning skipper Rohit Sharma recalls the optimism following India’s…

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Retired Cricket Veteran Ashok Bambi  Lucknow: The Indian squad for the forthcoming World Cup has been announced well in advance, a move that has sparked both optimism and debate. While early selection gives players clarity and time to prepare, announcing the final team nearly 50 days before the tournament begins also raises valid questions. It may have been more prudent to wait until the conclusion of the series against New Zealand, which could have offered selectors a clearer picture of form, fitness, and combinations under pressure. That said, the selected…

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