BCCI, CA, TNCA begin formal process for proposed BBL game at Chennai: Report

IANS | May 19, 2026 6:01 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) The possibility of a Big Bash League 2026-27 fixture being staged at Chennai’s iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in December this year has gained significant momentum, with discussions between Cricket Australia, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) reportedly progressing towards final approval.

Want Pant to become the best Test player that he has always been, says Agarkar

IANS | May 19, 2026 5:51 PM

Guwahati, May 19 (IANS) Chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Tuesday said he and his panel want wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant to ‘become the best Test player that he has always been,’ after he was replaced as Test vice-captain by KL Rahul for the one-off game against Afghanistan and lost his spot in the ODI team to Ishan Kishan.

IPL 2026: From title contenders to early exit - what went wrong for LSG this season?

IANS | May 19, 2026 5:40 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) When Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) assembled their squad ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, they looked like one of the most balanced sides in the competition. A power-packed batting unit, experienced international names, proven Indian performers, and improved fast-bowling depth made them appear genuine title contenders on paper.

Prince, Dubey, Brar in India’s squad for Afghanistan ODIs; Ishan replaces Pant

IANS | May 19, 2026 5:07 PM

Guwahati, May 19 (IANS) Pacer Gurnoor Brar and Prince Yadav, along with left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, have been handed maiden call-ups for India’s three-match ODI series against Afghanistan. India’s ODIs against Afghanistan will be in Dharamshala (June 14), Lucknow (June 17), and Chennai (June 20).

IPL 2026: When and where to watch KKR vs MI, know all details

IANS | May 19, 2026 4:52 PM

Kolkata, May 19 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders head into Wednesday’s IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread.

Suthar, Dubey and Brar earn maiden call-up to India's squad for Afghanistan Test

IANS | May 19, 2026 4:50 PM

Guwahati, May 19 (IANS) Left‑arm spinner Manav Suthar, left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, and lanky pacer Gurnoor Brar have been handed maiden call‑ups to India’s squad for the one‑off Test against Afghanistan, to be played in New Chandigarh from June 6‑10.

SLC rejects financial crisis claims, says operations continue without disruption

IANS | May 19, 2026 4:30 PM

Colombo, May 19 (IANS) Sri Lanka Cricket has strongly denied reports suggesting that the board is facing a financial crisis following the appointment of a Cricket Transformation Committee, calling such claims ‘entirely false and misleading.’

‘Kartik is proving to be just as good at No. 4’: Raina compares CSK youngster to Badrinath

IANS | May 19, 2026 3:58 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Suresh Raina believes Chennai Super Kings may have found a long-term answer for their crucial number four position in young Kartik Sharma, drawing comparisons with former CSK mainstay S. Badrinath after the youngster’s impressive run in IPL 2026.

Young athletes share field with Sachin Tendulkar during special visit to SRT10 Altevol Sports Academy in Ahmedabad

IANS | May 19, 2026 3:40 PM

Ahmedabad, May 19 (IANS) The SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence Sports Academy in Ahmedabad witnessed an inspiring and emotionally charged day as cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar spent time with young athletes training at the academy, interacting closely with children, parents, and aspiring cricketers during a special engagement organised at the facility.

‘Club vs country debate is old’: Lalit Modi defends IPL’s impact

IANS | May 19, 2026 3:15 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) founder Lalit Modi has defended franchise cricket’s growing influence on the modern game, saying the long-running club-versus-country debate no longer holds relevance because tournaments like the IPL are now producing better and more fearless cricketers for international cricket.

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BCCI, CA, TNCA begin formal process for proposed BBL game at Chennai: Report

Want Pant to become the best Test player that he has always been, says Agarkar

IPL 2026: From title contenders to early exit - what went wrong for LSG this season?

Prince, Dubey, Brar in India’s squad for Afghanistan ODIs; Ishan replaces Pant

IPL 2026: When and where to watch KKR vs MI, know all details

Suthar, Dubey and Brar earn maiden call-up to India's squad for Afghanistan Test

SLC rejects financial crisis claims, says operations continue without disruption

‘Kartik is proving to be just as good at No. 4’: Raina compares CSK youngster to Badrinath

Young athletes share field with Sachin Tendulkar during special visit to SRT10 Altevol Sports Academy in Ahmedabad

‘Club vs country debate is old’: Lalit Modi defends IPL’s impact

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