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IPL 2026: Harshit Rana ruled out of tournament due to knee surgery, leaves KKR scrambling for replacement
IPL 2026: Harshit Rana ruled out of tournament due to knee surgery, leaves KKR scrambling for replacement

IPL 2026 KKR squad: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have received a major setback on Friday, 8 days before the commencement of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, as pacer Harshit Rana has been ruled out of the tournament. Rana had undergone a knee surgery recently, and is unlikely to regain fitness in time for the campaign, leading to his elimination from the championship.  The young fast bowler’s absence…

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IPL 2026: CSK suffer major blow as Nathan Ellis ruled out due to injury, replacement hunt on
IPL 2026: CSK suffer major blow as Nathan Ellis ruled out due to injury, replacement hunt on

IPL 2026 CSK squad: Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have suffered a major hiccup on Thursday, 9 days before the IPL 2026 tournament begins. Australian pacer Nathan Ellis has been ruled out of the championship due to a hamstring injury, leaving a void in CSK’s bowling attack.  The 31-year-old was acquired for Rs 2 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction and was…

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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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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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