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SRH skipper Cummins to miss few matches in IPL 2026, captaincy handed over to Ishan Kishan
SRH skipper Cummins to miss few matches in IPL 2026, captaincy handed over to Ishan Kishan

SRH IPL 2026: SunRisers Hyderabad have suffered a setback even before the beginning of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, as the team’s captain, Pat Cummins will miss the opening few matches due to injury. The team made the confirmation on Wednesday, mentioning that the Australian fast pacer is recovering from a persistent back issue, which had also prevented him from participating in the T20 World Cup.  Owing…

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T20 International: Kiwis defeat South Africa by 68 runs to level series at 1-1
T20 International: Kiwis defeat South Africa by 68 runs to level series at 1-1

Cricket T20 International: New Zealand overpowered South Africa in the second T20 International on Tuesday by 68 runs, levelling the five-match series at 1-1. Devon Conway’s half-century and a fierce bowling display by the Kiwis helped the team capitalise on challenging pitch conditions to secure a victory.  NZ post 175, find it hard to accelerate early The Kiwis were put in to bat first, and posted a total…

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Jannik Sinner trounces Daniil Medvedev, lifts Indian Wells Open title
Jannik Sinner trounces Daniil Medvedev, lifts Indian Wells Open title

Indian Wells ATP Masters: World No. 2 Jannik Sinner produced a determined and composed performance to eliminate Daniil Medvedev in straight sets on Sunday, seizing his first-ever Indian Wells ATP Masters 1000 title. The Italian player edged the final 7–6 (8/6), 7–6 (7/4) in a pulsating match that showcased his strong serving and resilience.  The victory marked Sinner’s first title of the year, which he achieved after a…

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Indian distance runner Gulveer Singh shatters India’s Half Marathon record in New York
Indian distance runner Gulveer Singh shatters India’s Half Marathon record in New York

Sports updates: Indian distance runner Gulveer Singh exhibited a historic performance at the New York City Half Marathon on Sunday, finishing third while naming a new national record to his name in the men’s race. The 27-year-old clocked an impressive 59 minutes and 42 seconds over the 21.1 km stretch, emerging as the fastest Indian ever in the event and adding another major milestone in his rapidly rising…

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South Africa dominate NZ in 1st T20I, clinch 7-wicket victory
South Africa dominate NZ in 1st T20I, clinch 7-wicket victory

Cricket updates: The South African cricket team displayed a dominant all-round performance against New Zealand in the opening match of the five-game T20 International series on Sunday, claiming the match by seven wickets. The match took place at Bay Oval, where South Africa took a 1-0 lead in the series.  NZ all out at 91 The Kiwis opted to bat first, but struggled against a disciplined bowling attack…

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25-year-old Indian footballer dies of cardiac arrest during match in Punjab
25-year-old Indian footballer dies of cardiac arrest during match in Punjab

Footballer death: A pall of gloom descended on the Indian football fraternity after an Indian soccer player, Ravinder Singh, died at the age of 25 following a sudden cardiac arrest during a match in Punjab earlier this week. The 25-year-old defender was associated with Namdhari FC in the Indian football league, and collapsed on the pitch after complaining of severe chest pain while playing in a local league…

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IPL 2026: KKR rope in Zimbabwe pacer Muzarabani as replacement for Mustafizur Rahman; player withdraws from PSL
IPL 2026: KKR rope in Zimbabwe pacer Muzarabani as replacement for Mustafizur Rahman; player withdraws from PSL

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday said they have signed Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, slated to begin on March 28, 2026. The 29-year-old has replaced Bangladesh seamer Mustafizur Rahman, who was released by KKR amid ongoing political tensions affecting player availability. KKR, with the arrival of Muzarabani, have been expecting to bolster their pace attack. Till date,…

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Gary Kirsten succeeds Sanath Jayasuriya as Sri Lanka Men’s team head coach, set to assume charge on April 15
Gary Kirsten succeeds Sanath Jayasuriya as Sri Lanka Men’s team head coach, set to assume charge on April 15

Cricket news: The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Monday appointed South Africa’s former cricketer, Gary Kirsten as the new head coach of the national men’s team. The 58-year-old cricketer will assume the charge on April 15, 2026, under a two-year contract which will stand valid till April 14, 2028. Notably, Kirsten has replaced Jayasuriya as the head coach. Jayasuriya’s tenure ended after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup…

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Shuttler Lakshya Sen storms into All England Open semis by dominating China’s Li Shifeng
Shuttler Lakshya Sen storms into All England Open semis by dominating China’s Li Shifeng

Badminton news: Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen exhibited a commendable performance against Li Shifeng of China in the ongoing All England Open. Sen dominated former champion Shifeng in Birmingham in straight games, to seize the semifinal spot in the tournament.  Sen ranks No. 12 in the World In the badminton fraternity, Sen holds the 12th position in the world, and finished as the runner-up in the 2022 edition…

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“Time to rest…”: PV Sindhu lands in India safely after being stranded in Dubai amid growing conflict in gulf
“Time to rest…”: PV Sindhu lands in India safely after being stranded in Dubai amid growing conflict in gulf

Sports news: India’s ace shuttler PV Sindhu returned to India safely on Tuesday after being stranded in Dubai for days, owing to the intensifying conflict in the Middle East. The two-time Olympic medallist made the confirmation via her official ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) handle, terming the past few days as ‘intense’ and ‘uncertain.’ Notably, Sindhu and her team had been stuck in Dubai after airspaces faced closures. According to…

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