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Former England cricketer thrilled with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s maiden call-up, says ‘he’s the box-office man’ | Cricket

New Delhi: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi enjoyed a ground-breaking IPL 2026, in which the 15-year-old amassed 776 runs in 16 innings at a blistering strike rate of 237.30. He finished as the leading run-scorer of the season and also won the award for Most Valuable Player. To add to that, the Bihar-born finished the season with 72 maximums to his name, which is the most by a player in any single edition. Following which, plenty of discussions had taken place on whether to add him to the senior squad. While many believed that Sooryavanshi should play for India A first and then…

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Jun

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Youngest since Monica Seles: Mirra Andreeva clinches French Open at just 19, beats Maja Chwalinska | Cricket

Paris: Mirra Andreeva claimed her maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open. She defeated Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the final at Roland Garros on Saturday. The 19-year-old Russian delivered a composed performance to win 6-3, 6-2 and secure the biggest title of her young career. Her triumph also placed her in rare company, as she became the youngest woman to lift the Roland Garros trophy since Monica Seles in 1992. The contest lasted one hour and 22 minutes, after which Andreeva reacted emotionally on court, collapsing to the clay in celebration before making her way into the stands…

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Jun

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Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav congratulate Shreyas Iyer for becoming new India T20I captain | WATCH VIDEO | Cricket

Mumbai: Shreyas Iyer has been named as India’s new T20I captain. Suryakumar Yadav was axed from his role despite winning the T20 World Cup 2026 and not losing a single bilateral series. He has been completely dropped from the T20I scheme of things, as Suryakumar’s form played a major role in the decision. He has struggled to live up to the reputation in the T20 World Cup and also in the IPL 2026, leading to the BCCI considering a change in the leadership.  However, the Mumbai-born isn’t bitter with the selection call as he congratulated Shreyas on taking over the…

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India Hockey teams secure Gold and Bronze at U18 Asia Cup 2026, PM Modi congratulates | Hockey

New Delhi: India’s junior hockey program celebrated a dual podium finish on Saturday as the men's under-18 team captured the continental title and the women's side secured a bronze medal at the U18 Asia Cup 2026. The Indian men's squad claimed the championship by defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final. Ashish Tani Purti spearheaded the attack with a hat-trick, netting goals in the 2nd, 28th, and 34th minutes. Team captain Ketan Kushwaha contributed to the definitive scoreboard with a successful strike in the 30th minute. Japan, on the other hand, managed a single response late in the game when…

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Jun

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Lionel Messi fitness update: Is Argentina captain fit to start FIFA World Cup 2026? Scaloni shares | Football

New Delhi: Argentina received an encouraging update ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Head coach Lionel Scaloni revealed that captain Lionel Messi is making good progress in his recovery from a recent muscle problem and could return to action in the team’s remaining preparatory fixtures. Notably, there were serious doubts over Messi’s availability after the 38-year-old sustained a muscle strain during Inter Miami’s league game against Philadelphia. Those worries have now eased to some extent after Scaloni confirmed that the veteran forward has already rejoined portions of full-team training and is no longer working entirely on an individual program.…

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Why Rajat Patidar wasn’t considered for India’s T20I squad despite back-to-back titles with RCB? | Cricket

New Delhi: Despite leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to back-to-back IPL titles, Rajat Patidar wasn’t considered for the India team for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England. He wasn’t picked in the squad for the Asian Games as well. His omission gained further attention because the selectors made a number of bold calls elsewhere, including naming Shreyas Iyer as the new T20I captain. Suryakumar Yadav, who previously led the side, was left out following a disappointing IPL season. India’s squad also reflected a focus on the future. Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received his first international call-up as preparations begin for…

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KL Rahul set new benchmark with century vs Afghanistan, Shubman Gill behind him | Cricket

Chandigarh: India seized control of the opening day of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh as opener KL Rahul combined a century with a major career milestone in First-Class cricket. The 34-year-old struck his 12th century in the longest format of the game, reaching the landmark in 164 balls. During his stay at the crease, the Karnataka-born also crossed 9000 runs in First Class cricket. He was anchoring the innings well, but soon after completing his century, Rahul departed for exactly 100 after being caught at extra-cover in the 61st over. Ziaur Rahman picked up the prized wicket…

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Jun

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Former England spinner weighs in as KL Rahul survives close shave call against Afghanistan in only test | Cricket

New Delhi: India and Afghanistan kicked off their multi-format series with the one-off Test match. The two sides met at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, from June 6th, and the game began with the Indian team coming in to bat first after winning the toss.  The clash began with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal coming out to bat. While Jaiswal was dismissed early, KL Rahul put forth a brilliant performance and troubled Afghanistan’s bowling attack throughout the day.  However, one of the most talked-about moments from the first innings came when KL Rahul nicked a delivery…

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Jun

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Shreyas Iyer named India’s T20I captain for England, Ireland series, SKY removed; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi picked | Cricket

New Delhi: In a major development, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has come forward and announced the Indian team’s squad for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England. Shreyas Iyer has formally been appointed as the T20I skipper of the side.  One of the biggest inclusions on the side has been that of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The youngster comes into the team on the back of some brilliant performances in the IPL and for India U19. After a magnificent IPL season where he scored 776 runs in 16 innings, Vaibhav has made his way into…

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‘Very wrong’: R Ashwin gives his take on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s potential inclusion in India’s T20I squad | Cricket

New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) is all set to announce the Indian team’s squad for the upcoming Ireland and England series. It is worth noting that with the squad announcement, there have been reports that 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi might be getting his first taste of international cricket.  Notably, Sooryavanshi has been in exceptional form of late, coming on the back of a brilliant season in the IPL. The youngster amassed 776 runs to his name in 16 matches, reaching qualifier 2 of the tournament and becoming the youngest player in tournament history to win…

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