From forest fields to national podiums: How the tribal community is keeping India’s hockey legacy alive and kicking

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IPL 2026: Heinrich Klaasen leads the charge with bat as SRH crush KKR by 65 runs | Cricket News

Heinrich Klaasen (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad return to winning ways with a dominant 65-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, thanks largely to Heinrich Klaasen’s calm and experienced knock. While Blessing Muzarabani shines with four wickets for KKR, Klaasen’s steady 52 helps SRH post a strong 226/8 after being put in to bat. In […]

IPL 2026: Mitchell Santner joins Mumbai Indians squad ahead of match against Delhi Capitals

New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell Santner has joined the Mumbai Indians squad in Delhi and is expected to feature in their second match of the IPL 2026 season against the Delhi Capitals on April 4. Santner had missed the Mumbai Indians’ opening game along with England all-rounder Will Jacks, with both players requesting extended time off […]

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer injury update ahead of Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings IPL clash

Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin said that Shreyas Iyer is expected to shake off his injury scare and play in the clash against the Chennai Super Kings on April 3 at the Chepauk. Shreyas suffered the knock during PBKS’ win over GT as he was hit on the hand hard by the ball from […]

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo appear together in Lego ad campaign ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026; watch video

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, toy manufacturer Lego released an advertisement featuring Argentina’s World Cup winner Lionel Messi and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, while announcing their football collection sets. The ad campaign is titled “Everyone wants a piece”, and also features Brazil’s Vinicius Junior and France’s Kylian Mbappe. The advertisement displays each of the […]

Australia set for first Zimbabwe visit in 8 years to prepare for ODI World Cup

Australia are set to return to Zimbabwe for the first time in eight years to play a three-match ODI series. The series, scheduled between September 15 and 20, will serve as preparation for the defending ODI World Cup champions. The last time Australia visited Zimbabwe was for a T20I tri-series, where they took on the […]

‘Is Rishabh Pant really an opener?’ Kevin Pietersen questions LSG call | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has raised doubts over Rishabh Pant’s decision to promote himself to the top order, suggesting the Lucknow Super Giants skipper may have “gone a little too far ahead” in his batting position.Pant, who was run out for 7 off 9 balls in LSG’s IPL 2026 opener against Delhi […]

Rassie van der Dussen announces international retirement after missing South Africa central contract

Rassie van der Dussen has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a consistent run with the South Africa. The decision follows his omission from Cricket South Africa’s central contract list, effectively signalling the close of his international chapter. The 37-year-old last featured in the Champions Trophy against New Zealand in Lahore, […]

‘No identity within the team’: Ex-India batter blasts LSG, questions franchise direction | Cricket News

Lucknow Super Giants’ captain Rishabh Pant with teammates (PTI Photo/Shahbaz Khan) Ex-India batter Abhinav Mukund has questioned the direction and team structure of Lucknow Super Giants after their defeat to Delhi Capitals, pointing to a lack of clarity in how the side is shaping up in IPL 2026. The criticism followed a convincing six-wicket win […]

‘Coaches told me Ill bat at No.4, and asked me to play positive cricket’: DC batter Sameer Rizvi after his stellar 50 against LSG

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 2 (ANI): Following a stellar half-century against the Lucknow Super Gaints (LSG) on Wednesday, Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Sameer Rizvi said that after clear communication with the DC coaches, he was given a defined role at number four and encouraged to play attacking, positive cricket with full backing from the […]