Category: Sports

New Delhi: Defending champions India will treat the upcoming five-match T20 International series against New Zealand as their final dress rehearsal ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to begin next month on home soil. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, India will look to start the series on a winning note when they face New Zealand in the opening match at Nagpur. After losing the recent three-match ODI series 1–2 to New Zealand, pressure has mounted on head coach Gautam Gambhir to deliver results in the shortest format. Despite…

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New Delhi | Despite a magnificent century by Virat Kohli, the Shubman Gill-led Indian team suffered a 41-run defeat in the third and final ODI at Indore, losing the three-match series 1–2 to New Zealand. This marked India’s first home ODI series loss to New Zealand in 37 years, inevitably drawing criticism of the team management and head coach Gautam Gambhir. Virat Kohli’s classy 124-run knock, his 54th ODI century, went in vain as India failed to chase down the target. A lack of support from the top order proved…

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Mumbai | Leading Indian skincare brand Joy Personal Care, part of the RSH Global Group, has launched its new digital campaign titled ‘Sisterhood’, celebrating the spirit of mutual support and collective growth among women. Rolled out during the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL), the campaign highlights the strong bonds shared by women cricketers both on and off the field. As part of its skincare category partnership with the UP Warriorz franchise, the ‘Sisterhood’ campaign showcases everyday moments of encouragement, care and camaraderie among players. Through this initiative, the brand reiterates…

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New Delhi | India’s seven-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the second One Day International at Rajkot has triggered a fresh debate over team selection, particularly the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Reddy and Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. Despite a fighting unbeaten century by KL Rahul, India failed to defend a total of 284 as Daryl Mitchell’s match-winning knock powered New Zealand to level the three-match series 1–1. Mitchell’s aggressive approach against Kuldeep Yadav in the middle overs proved decisive. The left-arm wrist-spinner, considered one of India’s key…

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Detroit: Red Bull Racing has officially unveiled the new livery of its Formula One car for the 2026 season, marking a fresh visual identity as the team prepares for a new era in the sport. The grand reveal took place at the iconic Michigan Central Station, where the Milton Keynes-based team showcased its latest design in spectacular fashion in the city of Detroit. Detroit holds special significance as it is the home of Ford, with whom Red Bull is developing its first-ever Formula One power unit. The partnership underlines the…

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Rajkot: India’s second ODI against New Zealand ended in a 285-run chase for the visitors, leaving the series tied 1-1 and raising tough questions about India’s spin strategy. The spotlight fell squarely on India’s two-spinner combination, which struggled to contain a dominant New Zealand middle order led by Daryl Mitchell’s unbeaten 131. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged that execution, rather than effort, cost India the match. He suggested that team management may have misread the pitch conditions, which became more favorable for spin later in the evening. Spin Strategy…

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Brasilia: Brazilian football star Neymar has extended his contract with Santos until the end of 2026, the club confirmed on Tuesday, as the 33-year-old forward continues his bid to return to full fitness and push for a place in Brazil’s squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Neymar rejoined his boyhood club Santos in January 2025 and played a decisive role in helping them retain their place in Brazil’s top division. The forward found form at a crucial stage of the season, scoring five goals in the final five matches…

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Mumbai: Dhruv Jurel has been named as the injury replacement for Rishabh Pant in India’s squad for the three-match one-day international series against New Zealand, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed. Pant has been ruled out of the series after sustaining a right-side strain during a practice session at the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) Stadium in Vadodara on Saturday. According to the BCCI, the wicketkeeper-batter experienced sudden discomfort in his right lateral abdominal region while batting in the nets. He was immediately taken for medical evaluation,…

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Mumbai: At an age when most cricketers begin to slow down, Virat Kohli is doing the opposite—reshaping his one-day international game to remain a decisive force for India. The veteran batter showcased this evolution with a match-winning innings against New Zealand, underlining how adaptability has become the cornerstone of his longevity. Batting at number three, Kohli struck a fluent 93 off 91 balls as India successfully chased a challenging target of 301, sealing a four-wicket win in Vadodara. After the early loss of Rohit Sharma, Kohli chose intent over caution,…

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Gqeberha: SA20 served up yet another nail-biting encounter on Sunday with Durban’s Super Giants edging home by two wickets over Sunrisers Eastern Cape at St George’s Park. DSG’s victory with three balls to spare not only kept their playoff chances alive and kicking by moving past MI Cape Town into fifth place, but it has also created a bun fight at the top of the League table. Only four points separate first-placed Sunrisers (19) and Paarl Royals (15) in fourth place, although the Royals have played one game less. Super…

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