IPL 2026 to start from March 28

IANS | March 8, 2026 6:34 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to begin from March 28, confirmed broadcasters Star Sports ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final.

'Cricket can wait, Ricky Martin first': Millennials storm T20 World Cup final for pop icon

Chetan Sharma | March 8, 2026 3:17 PM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Hours before the first ball is bowled in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, the atmosphere outside the Narendra Modi Stadium is already electric, and not just because India are set to face New Zealand. For many millennials streaming into the world’s largest cricket stadium on Sunday, the biggest attraction isn’t only the cricket finale but also the chance to watch their childhood pop hero Ricky Martin perform live.

Pink-ball Test: Fitting farewell for Healy as Australia crush India by 10 wickets, seal multi-format series 12-4

IANS | March 8, 2026 1:40 PM

Perth, March 8 (IANS) Alyssa Healy didn't get a chance to bat one final time, but Australia women ensured her international career ended on a winning note as they beat India to register a commanding 10-wicket win on Day 3 of the one-off Test at the WACA Ground on Sunday. With this victory, Australia also clinched the multi-format series with an unassailable 12-4 lead over India.