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KKR endure worst start to IPL campaign in 14 years after loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 65 runs

KKR endure worst start to IPL campaign in 14 years after loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 65 runs

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders' struggles continued in their second game of IPL 2026 as they succumbed to a heavy 65-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Thursday. They had earlier lost to the Mumbai Indians as their bowlers conceded more than 220 runs for the second consecutive time. With the loss to SRH, the three-time champions have endured their worst start to the IPL campaign in 14 years. The last time KKR lost their first two matches of the season was back in 2012, when they lifted the trophy for the first time under Gautam Gambhir's captaincy. KKR had lost to…
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‘Haven’t even started…’: Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran as US-Iran war escalates

‘Haven’t even started…’: Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran as US-Iran war escalates

Washington: Hours after Iran's biggest bridge was struck, US President Donald Trump on Friday issued a fresh warning to the new Iranian regime, saying the American forces have yet to begin "destroying what's left in Iran." He said more of the country's bridges and energy infrastructure were in his sights. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants: Trump In a post on Truth Social, the US President said, "Our Military, the greatest and most powerful (by far!) anywhere in the World, hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants!" Trump has repeatedly stated that the…
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‘They don’t like me playing’: Ajinkya Rahane hits out at criticism over strike-rate after loss to SRH

‘They don’t like me playing’: Ajinkya Rahane hits out at criticism over strike-rate after loss to SRH

Kolkata: Ajinkya Rahane rarely showcases his emotions openly and Thursday was one such day as hit out at critics for questioning his strike-rate during the 65-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. The Kolkata Knight Riders skipper scored eight runs off 10 deliveries in the 227-run chase at the Eden Gardens as the team folded for 161 in just 16 overs. Rahane accused the critics of having an agenda against him and claimed that he is among the batters with the best strike-rate since IPL 2023. Notably, Rahane's claims aren't far-fetchedย as he boasts of the fourth-best strike rate (minimum 300 balls faced)ย in…
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Five killed in suicide car bomb blast in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Five killed in suicide car bomb blast in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Peshawar: A suicide car bomb attack targeting a police station in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province left at least five people dead, including three women and a child, late Thursday, police said. Several nearby houses were damaged in the blast, while at least four police personnel sustained injuries.ย  The blast occurred in Domel tehsil of Bannu district when a suicide bomber rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the police station, triggering a powerful explosion that was heard across the area. Police station wasย primary targetย  The intensity of the explosion and the reverberating explosionย caused panic among residents, with reports of gunfire immediately after…
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IPL 2026 points table update after SRH’s thumping 65-run win over KKR at Eden Gardens in Kolkata

IPL 2026 points table update after SRH’s thumping 65-run win over KKR at Eden Gardens in Kolkata

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders remained winless after two outings as they went down meekly to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the sixth match of the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday. It was their first home game of the season, but the team didn't step up, going down by 65 runs to SRH, who registered their first win of IPL 2026. With this loss, KKR have slipped to ninth place in the points table while SRH have jumped to sixth place. It was a near-perfect game for the Orange Army, as the only thing that didn't go well…
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Iran War LIVE Updates: US denies Iran’s claim of downed fighter jet over Qeshm Island

Iran War LIVE Updates: US denies Iran’s claim of downed fighter jet over Qeshm Island

New Delhi: On Day 35 of the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, tensions remain high with major developments unfolding across military, political, and humanitarian fronts. In a big move, US Army Chief General Randy George has been asked to step down and take immediate retirement by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. So far, more than 2,000 people have been killed and over 26,000 injured in US-Israeli strikes across Iran since late February. At the same time, missile attacks are continuing. Israel has detected another missile launched from Yemen, the fourth such incident since the war began while…
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Lili Reinhart recalls male directorโ€™s shocking on-set comment

Lili Reinhart recalls male directorโ€™s shocking on-set comment

โ€œRiverdaleโ€ star Lili Reinhart recently revealed a shocking comment that a male director once made asking her to โ€œsuck in her stomach a little bitโ€ in between takes. The actress did not reveal the male directorโ€™s identity. ย  Reinhart was asked to name the โ€œacting note that she took personally.โ€ ย  She was quick to respond: โ€œWhen I had a male director come up to me and silently lean over and go, โ€˜Just suck in your stomach a little bit.'โ€ ย  The actress was joined by her โ€œForbidden Fruitsโ€ co-stars Lola Tung, Victoria Pedretti and Alexandra Shipp, who gasped at…
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Australia to tour Zimbabwe after eight years in preparation for ODI World Cup 2027

Australia to tour Zimbabwe after eight years in preparation for ODI World Cup 2027

New Delhi: Australia are set to return to Zimbabwe after eight long years. While they visited in 2018 for a T20 tri-series that also included Pakistan, their last ODI assignment in Zimbabwe dates back to 2014. This time around, the Kangaroos will feature in a three-match ODI series in September, with all games scheduled to be played at the Harare Sports Club on September 15, 18 and 20. The two sides have faced each other more recently in global competitions. During the 2026 T20 World Cup in Colombo, Zimbabwe secured a notable 23-run win over Australia, underlining their ability to…
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Nuwan Thushara drags Sri Lanka Cricket to court over NOC to represent RCB in IPL 2026

Nuwan Thushara drags Sri Lanka Cricket to court over NOC to represent RCB in IPL 2026

Bengaluru: A legal standoff has erupted between Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), as the bowler seeks a court intervention to join Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the IPL 2026 season. The 31-year-old has filed a case in the Colombo District Court after the national board denied him the No Objection Certificate (NOC) required to participate in the cash-rich tournament. As per reports, the court is expected to hear the matter on April 9. The conflict centres on newly implemented fitness regulations. SLC chief executive Ashley de Silva earlier explained that players are now required to meet…
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Ruturaj Gaikwad wants fans to allow youngsters ‘to make mistakes’ after tough start to IPL 2026 campaign

Ruturaj Gaikwad wants fans to allow youngsters ‘to make mistakes’ after tough start to IPL 2026 campaign

Chennai: Ruturaj Gaikwad is taking a patient approach to his leadership as Chennai Super Kings prepare for their first home fixture of IPL 2026 against Punjab Kings. Transitioning into an era without stalwarts like MS Dhoni, the captain is focused on providing a long leash to a squad that featured five franchise debutants in their season opener. Among those newcomers is Kartik Sharma, the record INR 14.20 crore auction signing. However, the newcomers failed to bring success in the opening game against Rajasthan Royals. Nevertheless, the skipper noted that he is not interested in imposing a rigid style of captaincy…
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