Ravichandran Ashwin is poised to make history as the first Indian-capped player to feature in Major League Cricket after signing with the San Francisco Unicorns for the 2026 season.The veteran off-spinner, part of India’s title-winning squads at the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy, has enjoyed a remarkable international career, claiming 765 wickets…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli, right, and Abhinandan Singh (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) Abhinandan Singh has emerged as a new name in the Indian Premier League after being handed his debut by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2026 season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.The right-arm pacer from Uttar Pradesh has taken a…
Nihal Sarin and Anish Giri (Photos by Michal Walusza, Lennart Ootes and FIDE) NEW DELHI: As the chess world descends upon Cyprus for the 2026 Candidates, the name Anish Giri continues to be synonymous with a singular, frustrating memory from the past. 14 draws in 14 games. That legendary run in the 2016 Candidates birthed…
Delhi Capitals’ Mitchell Starc (PTI Photo) Mitchell Starc has responded strongly to criticism surrounding his absence from the early phase of Indian Premier League 2026, confirming that an elbow injury has delayed his arrival in India.The left-arm quick is set to miss the opening games for Delhi Capitals, triggering debate around the commitment of overseas…
Jos Buttler (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) Jos Buttler says the Indian Premier League has been the biggest influence on his career, with lessons and interactions from the tournament helping him deliver for England cricket team across formats. Now with the Gujarat Titans, Buttler highlighted how access to elite players and coaches has sharpened his game, pointing…
MS Dhoni and Sanju Samson (Image credit: CSK/IPL) Chennai Super Kings have been dealt a major blow after their talismanic player MS Dhoni was ruled out for the first two weeks of IPL 2026 due to a calf strain.“MS Dhoni is currently undergoing rehabilitation for a calf strain. As a result, he is likely to…
Abhishek Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ishan Kishan (Agency Image) As Royal Challengers Bengaluru return to the Chinnaswamy Stadium as defending champions, their opening clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad promises to be a high-scoring, high-pressure contest. With both sides stacked with explosive batters and conditions expected to favour runs, individual brilliance could make all the difference.Here are…
Virat Kohli and Ishan Kishan (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: The stage is set. IPL 2026 is here, and the tournament kicks off with a mouth-watering clash between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday.SRH will be without their regular skipper Pat…
The Pakistan Super League 2026 is set to get underway, and the spotlight is firmly on Pakistan star batter Babar Azam, who will lead Peshawar Zalmi this season. Whether it’s practice sessions or nets, Babar remains the centre of attention, with cameras following his every move and fans cheering him on. However, an ad shoot…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Image credit: ICC) NEW DELHI: Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made headlines time and again – and for good reason. With his swashbuckling batting style, brute power, effortless six-hitting, and ability to dismantle bowling attacks, he has become a fan favourite in no time.The past year, in particular, has been remarkable for…
