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Another injury blow for CSK, Indian international ruled out of IPL 2026 | Cricket News

[ad_1] Injury blow for CSK (ANI Image) Chennai Super Kings pacer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a quadriceps injury, dealing a blow to the franchise’s bowling attack. The left-arm seamer, who featured in all five matches for CSK this season, reported discomfort in his right hip during their clash […]

FIFA president Infantino confirms Iran’s participation in 2026 World Cup in USA | Football News

[ad_1] Iran national football team (Reuters Photo) FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East, stressing that football must remain separate from politics. Speaking at a CNBC-hosted economic conference on Wednesday, Infantino said, “Iran is coming for sure. We […]

CPL 2026 to kick off on August 7; Arnos Vale added as new venue

[ad_1] New Delhi [India], April 16 (ANI): The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) will begin its 2026 season on August 7, with Arnos Vale in St Vincent and the Grenadines set to host matches for the first time in the tournament’s history. The league confirmed that this year’s edition will be played across eight nations, equalling […]

NBA says LaMelo Balls takedown of Bam Adebayo should have been called flagrant, merited ejection

[ad_1] MIAMI (AP) — Charlotte’s LaMelo Ball should have been ejected for an uncalled flagrant foul when he reached out and tugged on the ankle of Miami’s Bam Adebayo, causing a back injury that forced Adebayo out of a play-in tournament game, the NBA said Wednesday. The league said Ball made “unnecessary and reckless contact” […]

Edwards is eager to bring Garnett-like energy to the playoffs after a so-so T-wolves regular season

[ad_1] MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards heard the ovation Kevin Garnett was getting from the Minnesota crowd and hustled across the court for a pregame bear hug, as the Hall of Fame forward and Timberwolves icon was soaking in his warm welcome from the fans last week. Edwards found plenty of inspiration from Garnett’s first […]

IPL 2026: Not as versatile as Bumrah, but as effective: Behind Josh Hazlewood’s IPL success

[ad_1] RCB’s spearhead Josh Hazlewood offered a candid insight into how he has carved out a reputation as one of the most effective fast bowlers in the Indian Premier League, even without the wide range of variations that define Jasprit Bumrah’s craft. Hazlewood may have picked up just one wicket on the night, but his […]

IPL 2026, RCB vs LSG: Virat Kohli embraces modern T20 approach, but keeps focus on smart cricket

[ad_1] As the IPL 2026 season commenced, all eyes were on Virat Kohli and his strategy for the tournament. Kohli’s final T20 appearance was during the IPL 2025 final, and since then he has retired from Test cricket. This season, however, Kohli has demonstrated a style that aligns well with modern T20 cricket. RCB vs […]

IPL 2026, RCB vs LSG: Rishabh Pant’s brave return from injury ends in disappointment

[ad_1] Rishabh Pant made a brave return to batting but couldn’t make an impact in the IPL 2026 clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Wednesday, April 15, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Pant had retired hurt on a duck and later returned to bat, but managed only one run […]

‘He always tries to do better’: Mitchell McClenaghan on Noor Ahmad

[ad_1] Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 15 (ANI): Mitchell McClenaghan has lavished praise on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Noor Ahmad for his match-winning spell in their 32-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2026 on Tuesday. Speaking on Star Sports, McClenaghan highlighted Noor’s aggressive mindset and ability to break partnerships once he […]

From rugged grounds in Bihar’s Gopalganj to IPL glitz: The making of Sunrisers Hyderabad sensation Sakib Hussain

[ad_1] “I am not joking. I need a good player for the franchise. Why take a risk with a boy whom no one knows about when you have 10-15 state players available at your disposal?” a Gaya Gladiators coach told Robin Singh when he introduced Sakib Hussain in the Bihar Cricket League (BCL) in 2021. […]