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Magnus Carlsen wins sixth FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship, India shines with strong performances

Magnus Carlsen clinched his sixth FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship title in the Open category, underscoring his dominance in rapid chess as he finished ahead of a competitive field. Carlsen, now a six-time rapid world champion with previous victories in 2014, 2015, 2019, 2022, and 2023, claimed the title with 10.5 points and secured a […]

PCB to run owner-less Multan Sultans in PSL, sale planned after season | Cricket News

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will run the Multan Sultans franchise in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season.Speaking at a press conference, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said the board will manage the franchise for the upcoming season and appoint former cricketers to handle operations. The franchise will be offered for […]

PSL 2026: Pakistan Cricket Board takes charge of Multan Sultans after ugly Ali Tareen exit

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken operational control of the Multan Sultans ahead of the PSL 2026 season, following a bitter dispute with the franchise’s former owner, Ali Khan Tareen. The announcement was made by PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday, December 28, during a press conference in Lahore. Established in 2018, Multan Sultans have […]

Hugh Morris, former England cricketer and England and Wales Cricket Board chief dies aged 62

Hugh Morris, the former England opener and chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), has died aged 62, following a battle with bowel cancer. Morris was widely respected for his integrity, warmth and humility, and his influence spanned both English and Welsh cricket. Diagnosed in January 2022, Morris continued working through much […]

Abhishek Sharma in hot form ahead of Vijay Hazare stint, smacks 45 sixes in the nets

Abhishek Sharma appears to be in fine touch ahead of his Vijay Hazare Trophy stint with Punjab, producing a six-hitting exhibition during a net session that underlined both his form and intent. According to a report by PTI, he was in flying form, looking to continue where he left off from his stellar year with […]

AUS vs ENG: Travis Head defends Jake Weatherald, sees promise despite Ashes setbacks

Travis Head has thrown his support behind teammate Jake Weatherald, urging patience after the opener endured a difficult start to his Test career during the Ashes. Speaking after criticism around Weatherald’s modest returns, Head said the left-hander had shown enough promise to justify continued backing as he adjusts to the demands of international cricket. The […]

Abhishek Sharma checks in for Vijay Hazare Trophy, sharpens bowling in Punjab’s training session: Watch Video

Abhishek Sharma has begun his preparations for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, with a training session in Jaipur underlining his intent to contribute beyond just batting. Abhishek was seen bowling during a practice session at Punjab’s Anantam Cricket Ground on the outskirts of Jaipur, a day before Punjab’s clash against Uttarakhand. In a video shared […]

CSK’s Jadeja 2.0? Akeal Hosein makes instant impact in SA20 opener, impresses Ashwin

Chennai Super Kings fans will be encouraged by the early signs shown by one of their latest recruits in the SA20 league. West Indies all-rounder Akeal Hosein produced a decisive all-round performance for Joburg Super Kings in their opening fixture against Pretoria Capitals at Centurion on Saturday, December 27, making an immediate impact on debut. […]

Rs 1.07 crore for a catch! Fan takes one-handed blinder, steals the show | WATCH | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Ryan Rickelton produced a breathtaking century for MI Cape Town in the high-scoring SA20 opener against Durban’s Super Giants at Newlands on Friday night, but his efforts went in vain as the hosts went down by 15 runs in a run-fest that saw a combined 449 runs scored.Durban’s Super Giants posted a record […]

A world-wind year for the global game | Football News

U-TURN YEAR: After the high of 2024, Barca’s Yamal (left) and Liverpool icon Salah discovered fame is fickle. (Image: TNN) RAW TALENT Fancy a swig of raw milk? Good for your gut, and legs it seems. Head too. It’s superfood, just ask Super Haaland. He loves to visit a Cheshire farm to get his locally […]