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May

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FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast still in jeopardy, DD Sports also rejects request

New Delhi: With nearly 20 days left for the FIFA World Cup 2026 to begin, uncertainty remains regarding its broadcasting in India. The issue reached the Delhi High Court earlier in the week, where Prasar Bharati clarified that it does not bear responsibility for securing broadcasting rights for the competition in the country. The matter came up before Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav during proceedings linked to a petition that sought intervention to guarantee telecast access for Indian viewers. The plea requested that major matches from the tournament, including the opener, quarter-finals, semi-finals and final be made available on public platforms…

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Cameron Green, Saurabh Dubey rattle Mumbai Indians’ top order in KKR’s must-win clash in IPL 2026

Kolkata: Cameron Green endured a difficult first half of IPL 2026, facing heavy criticism for his limited contribution with the ball. Even after he began bowling regularly, the Australian all-rounder struggled to make an impact, leading to speculation that KKR could alter their combination with Rovman Powell available as an option. Instead, the franchise chose to persist with Green and left out Blessing Muzarabani. A six-day break in the schedule proved to be a turning point. Green rediscovered form with both bat and ball and he carried that momentum into KKR’s must-win clash against Mumbai Indians. The 26-year-old struck early…

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May

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Blow for Pakistan, star batters not available for ODI series against Australia

New Delhi: Pakistan have been dealt a blow ahead of their ODI series against Australia as they will be without star batters Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub for the three-match series that kicks off on May 30. The Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed the development, adding that both the players are undergoing rehabilitation from their injuries.  "The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that both players are currently recovering from injuries and have been advised to continue their rehabilitation programmes under the supervision of the PCB medical panel. Consequently, they have been ruled out of selection for the ODI series," PCB…

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BCCI announce 2026-27 domestic schedule; Ranji Trophy begins on October 11, groups revealed

New Delhi: BCCI has released the domestic cricket calendar for the 2026-27 season. The officials mapped out an expansive schedule that stretches across age groups, formats and both genders. The upcoming season will feature 1,788 matches, making it one of the busiest domestic programmes in recent years. The action will begin in late August, when the Duleep Trophy campaign begins on August 23. The traditional zonal competition will once again be played in the longer format and involve six teams. The Irani Cup is scheduled to follow on October 1 as the domestic red-ball circuit gathers momentum. India’s premier first-class…

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May

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Will Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav return to play for Mumbai Indians against KKR?

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders will host Mumbai Indians on April 20 in a high-voltage clash at the Eden Gardens. For the visitors, the match carries no extra pressure, as they are already eliminated from the playoffs race. For KKR, it’s a must-win game. To remain in the hunt for a top-four finish, the Ajinkya Rahane-led side must win their remaining two matches in the league and then wait to see if Rajasthan and Punjab slip points. For them, the going might get tough as two of MI’s proven match-winners, captain Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav, are set to return to…

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May

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Shan Masood leaves captaincy future to PCB after 12 defeats in 16 Test matches

Sylhet, Bangladesh: Pakistan suffered yet another humiliating defeat as Bangladesh beat them by 78 runs in Sylhet to seal the Test series. After the game, captain Shan Masood refused to speculate on his future as captain, leaving the matter to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Under his leadership, it was their seventh straight away defeat, equaling their poorest run overseas. The result also marked the fourth consecutive Test loss Pakistan have suffered against Bangladesh, something previously endured only by Zimbabwe. Masood’s numbers as captain have also come under renewed scrutiny. Pakistan have lost 12 of the 16 Tests played under…

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May

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Phil Salt boost for RCB ahead of IPL 2026 playoffs, England star’s return confirmed

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been handed a big boost ahead of the IPL 2026 playoffs as Phil Salt is set to return to India later this week, ESPNCricinfo reported. Salt had missed the last few matches for the RCB due to a finger injury that he picked up during the RCB's clash against the Delhi Capitals. Salt copped the blow while fielding in RCB's fixture against the DC on April 18 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. He travelled back home to heal from the injury and spent time with his young family. The report added that…

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May

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Najmul Hossain Shanto becomes Bangladesh’s most successful Test captain, Shan hit another low after 2-0 sweep

New Delhi: Najmul Hossain Shanto has etched his name into the history books, and so have Bangladesh after sweeping Pakistan 2-0 in the second Test at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet on Wednesday, May 20. Defending 436 in the fourth innings, the hosts needed only three wickets to win the match with 121 more runs in hand.  Taijul Islam led the show with the ball as he took six wickets in the innings, including two on the final day to set up the win. Bangladesh have now registered their first-ever Test sweep over Pakistan at home, having also beaten…

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Vaibav Sooryavanshi becomes first Indian to achieve major IPL record after six-hitting spree against LSG

New Delhi: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continue to break new grounds as the teenage sensation has been smashing records one after the other. At just 15, he has redefined T20 batting and has set the ceiling extremely high. He was once again in a jaw-dropping touch during Rajasthan Royals' must-win IPL 2026 clash against the Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday, May 19. Sooryavanshi slammed 93 from 38 balls to power his team to a 221-run chase at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. He hit 10 sixes and seven fours in his jaw-dropping innings that came at a strike rate of 244.74.  Sooryavanshi completes…

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May

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Updated WTC points table after Bangladesh register 2-0 sweep over Pakistan, India slip one place

New Delhi: Bangladesh completed a 2-0 sweep after defeating Pakistan in the second and final Test of the series at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet, on Wednesday, May 20. Taijul Islam starred with the ball in the second innings with a six-wicket haul as the hosts bowled the Shan Masood-led side on 358 to win by 78 runs. Bangladesh needed three wickets on the final day of the match to win as Pakistan had a mountain to climb, needing 121 runs with Mohammad Rizwan the only hope for an unlikely win.  Rizwan and Sajid Khan resumed the day with…

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