KL Rahul, who joined Delhi Capitals before IPL 2025, has been one of the standout performers of the season. (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Suresh Raina believes KL Rahul is “the backbone” of Delhi Capitals, making it highly unlikely that the franchise will release him ahead of the IPL 2026 retention deadline.Rahul,…
Bangladesh dominate Ireland on day four of first Test match. (Credit: X) Bangladesh secured a commanding innings-and-47-run victory over Ireland in Sylhet, with the first Test match concluding on day four. The win was powered by Hasan Murad’s four-wicket haul and centuries from Mahmudul Hasan Joy and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, with Bangladesh declaring at…
Yashasvi Jaiswal (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: India suffered an early setback on the opening day of the first Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata when Yashasvi Jaiswal, looking scratchy from the outset, fell cheaply to South Africa pacer Marco Jansen. Jaiswal never appeared fully settled at the crease, and Jansen capitalised by targeting the awkward…
Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant face online backlash Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant‘s conversation regarding South Africa captain Temba Bavuma‘s LBW decision has gained viral attention on social media during Day 1 of the first Test at Eden Gardens.India’s pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah played a crucial role on the opening day, dismissing both opening batsmen Aiden…
Jasprit Bumrah (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was at his devastating best on Friday, producing a sensational spell of 5 for 27 to bowl out South Africa for just 159 on the opening day of the first Test at Eden Gardens. On a two-paced surface offering variable bounce, South Africa looked set…
While Jasprit Bumrah pushed for a review, Rishabh Pant advised against it, predicting the ball would sail over the leg stump regardless of Bavuma’s height. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah’s impressive opening-day spell in the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens was overshadowed by a controversial on-field exchange involving…
India’s Atanu Das (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) India’s men’s recurve archery team achieved a historic victory at the Asian Archery Championships, defeating South Korea in a thrilling shoot-off to secure their first gold medal in 18 years.The Indian team consisting of Yashdeep Bhoge, Atanu Das, and Rahul fought back from a 2-4 deficit to win 5-4…
Kolkata Knight Riders have announced Tim Southee, the New Zealand cricket legend, as their new bowling coach for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season.Southee brings extensive international cricket experience and tactical knowledge to KKR’s coaching staff, having previously played for the franchise.The pacer has been a vital part of New Zealand cricket for more…
Dale Steyn and Mohammed Shami NEW DELHI: In the midst of the growing tension between the BCCI selection committee and Mohammed Shami, former South Africa pace great Dale Steyn has delivered a blunt assessment of the India fast bowler’s future. Steyn, speaking on JioHotstar during the lunch break of the first India–South Africa Test in…
Viv Richards and Unmukt Chand (Pic credit: Unmukt’s X post) Former Delhi cricketer Unmukt Chand experienced a moment he described as “special” and “unforgettable” when he met West Indies legend Sir Vivian Richards on the sidelines of the Mayor’s New World T20 tournament in Florida. Invited as a special guest, Chand was thrilled to greet…
