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Asia Cup 2025: Shreyas Iyer should get clear communication, says Ajinkya Rahane

Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane has weighed in on the exclusion of his state teammate Shreyas Iyer from India’s squad for the 2025 Asia Cup. Rahane, who has shared the Mumbai dressing room with Iyer for years, acknowledged that the batter has every right to feel disappointed but also understands the management’s dilemma in picking […]

Romping Home impresses – The Hindu

Romping Home impressed when the horses were exercised here on Thursday morning (Aug. 21). Outer sand: 600m: Cloud Jumper (Shyam Kumar) 45. Unextended. Inner sand: 600m: Rise Again (N. Darshan), Raffinato (rb) 43.5. They moved well and finished together. Constant Variable (Shah Alam) 48. Easy. Aletta (rb), Dazzling Princess (rb) 48. They moved freely. Queen […]

India-Pakistan match is on: Indian cricket team to play against neighbours in Asia Cup 2025: Report

Indian cricket team won’t be stopped from playing against Pakistan in Asia Cup, an insider from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) told PTI on August 21. The ministry has announced a new policy for India’s international sports ties, with special focus on Pakistan. Officials said the policy takes effect immediately. “India’s approach […]

IPL 2025 | ‘Low budget actor’ – Heinrich Klaasen trolls fellow Sunrisers Hyderabad player | Cricket News

Ishan Kishan and Pat Cummins (Images via Screengrab/Instagram) Heinrich Klaasen offered fans a glimpse into the lighter side of the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) camp during a light-hearted interaction on the franchise’s official YouTube channel. The South African batter mixed praise with playful banter, taking cheeky digs at his teammates while also handing out compliments. The […]

‘He was better than Sachin Tendulkar … ‘: Vinod Kambli’s brother makes big revelation | Cricket News

Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli NEW DELHI: Virendra Kambli, brother of former India cricketer Vinod Kambli, has shed light on the bond between his brother and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, clarifying that Vinod never claimed to be more talented than Sachin, contrary to popular belief. Both players burst onto the scene as emerging stars in […]

Ajinkya Rahane steps down as Mumbai captain ahead of new domestic season

Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane on Thursday announced his decision to step down as Mumbai’s captain ahead of the upcoming Ranji Trophy season, stating that it is the right time to groom a new leader. Rahane, who shared the update on social media, expressed his honour in leading the side and highlighted his commitment to […]

Asia Cup | Hardik Pandya loses vice-captaincy: India’s World Cup-winning star makes big comment | Cricket News

Hardik Pandya (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: The Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection panel on Tuesday announced India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025, a decision that sparked mixed reactions. The team will be led by Suryakumar Yadav, with Shubman Gill named vice-captain. Among the notable omissions were Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer.Former India cricketer and selector […]

Already assured of DL Final slot, Neeraj Chopra to skip last meeting in Brussels on August 22

India’s Neeraj Chopra. | Photo Credit: Murali Kumar K Through to the high-profile Diamond League Finals, star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will skip the last leg of the prestigious series in Brussels, Belgium on Friday (August 22, 2025). Out of the 14 DL meetings, four have men’s javelin throw on their roster. Chopra competed […]

Ruud hails Swiatek, hopes to jump on the winning train

Iga Swiatek, left, of Poland, plays with Casper Ruud, of Norway, during their mixed doubles match at the U.S. Open tennis championships, Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, in New York. | Photo Credit: AP Around 8 p.m. Monday, Iga Swiatek was holding up her Cincinnati Open championship trophy. Around 8 a.m. Tuesday, she was getting ready […]

Asia Cup: BCCI above national interest? Aditya Thackeray on India vs Pakistan

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday wrote to Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya against a proposed match between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup and asked whether the BCCI is above the national interest. The letter said many nations have been isolated in sports over a cause that is for the greater […]