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.

Fatima Sana, Lauren Bell among big movers in latest ICC Women’s Rankings

IANS | May 19, 2026 3:04 PM

Dubai, May 19 (IANS) Key Pakistan and England players have made strides up the ICC Women's T20I and ODI Player Rankings, in light of impressive displays leading up to the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

IPL 2026: Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa ruled out for remainder of season

IANS | May 19, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Mumbai Indians have suffered a double injury setback ahead of the business end of IPL 2026, with wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock and all-rounder Raj Angad Bawa ruled out for the remainder of the season.

IPL 2026: Mark Boucher calls Heinrich Klaasen innings a ‘masterclass’ in SRH playoff win

IANS | May 19, 2026 2:04 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former South Africa wicketkeeper batter Mark Boucher described Heinrich Klaasen’s attacking innings against Chennai Super Kings as a “masterclass” after the Proteas batter helped Sunrisers Hyderabad seal qualification for the IPL 2026 playoffs.

This has to be one of the defining knocks of Ishan Kishan’s IPL career, says Sanjay Bangar

IANS | May 19, 2026 1:31 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar hailed Ishan Kishan’s calmness and maturity after the wicketkeeper-batter guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a crucial five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings and into the IPL 2026 playoffs.

IPL 2026: Mark Boucher pays emotional tribute to MS Dhoni after SRH beat CSK

IANS | May 19, 2026 1:18 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former South Africa wicketkeeper Mark Boucher delivered an emotional tribute to MS Dhoni following Sunrisers Hyderabad’s playoff-clinching win over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, calling the legendary captain a global icon who changed the sport forever.

SLC transformation committee holds ‘constructive’ talks with ICC deputy chair

IANS | May 19, 2026 1:03 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) The transformation committee of the Sri Lanka Cricket has engaged in “cordial and constructive” talks with ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja, with the apex body assessing the consequences of the extensive changes imposed by the Sri Lankan government upon the governance of Sri Lankan Cricket.

‘Huge asset’: Ambati Rayudu hails Ishan Kishan after SRH book IPL 2026 playoff spot

IANS | May 19, 2026 12:34 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former India batter Ambati Rayudu praised the temperament and versatility of Ishan Kishan after the keeper-batter played a key role in Sunrisers Hyderabad's must-win five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings that ensured their spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs.

IPL 2026: McClenaghan credits ‘maturity’ as key for Ishan Kishan’s evolution as player and captain

IANS | May 19, 2026 12:21 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former Mumbai Indians quick bowler Mitchell McClenaghan has stated that Ishan Kishan's player-and captain's development has been "sensational" after the keeper-batsman inspired Sunrisers Hyderabad's entry into the IPL 2026 playoffs.

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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

Fatima Sana, Lauren Bell among big movers in latest ICC Women’s Rankings

IPL 2026: Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa ruled out for remainder of season

IPL 2026: Mark Boucher calls Heinrich Klaasen innings a ‘masterclass’ in SRH playoff win

This has to be one of the defining knocks of Ishan Kishan’s IPL career, says Sanjay Bangar

IPL 2026: Mark Boucher pays emotional tribute to MS Dhoni after SRH beat CSK

SLC transformation committee holds ‘constructive’ talks with ICC deputy chair

‘Huge asset’: Ambati Rayudu hails Ishan Kishan after SRH book IPL 2026 playoff spot

IPL 2026: McClenaghan credits ‘maturity’ as key for Ishan Kishan’s evolution as player and captain

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