It's weird not seeing Healy slashing balls, but we've got a deep order to fill that gap: Litchfield

IANS | May 20, 2026 11:30 AM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) As Australia gears up for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, former skipper Alyssa Healy left a notable gap at the top of the order, with the onus now on emerging leaders to fill the void. Left-hand batter Phoebe Litchfield said that she is well aware of the expectations on her and the teammates and is raring to go at the marquee event.

I enjoy batting at No. 3, allows me to play the way I want: Litchfield

IANS | May 20, 2026 10:45 AM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 edges closer, Australian batter Phoebe Litchfield is preparing to shoulder a significant role in her team’s quest for a seventh title.

IPL 2026: Frustrated Rishabh Pant allegedly uses 'F-word' on national TV after 7-wicket defeat to RR

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:07 AM

Jaipur, May 20 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant delivered a blunt and straightforward assessment after his side’s seven-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Tuesday, insisting that his side remains ‘a f***ing good team’ despite slipping to another high-scoring loss in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi, Jurel power RR to clinical 7-wicket win over LSG

IANS | May 19, 2026 11:48 PM

Jaipur, May 19 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals (RR) pulled off a sensational chase at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Tuesday, overhauling the 221-run target set by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with five balls to spare, riding on opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 93 and a composed yet explosive 53 not out from Dhruv Jurel in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 in Jaipur.

IPL 2026: Marsh’s 96 powers LSG to 220/5 despite RR’s late fightback

IANS | May 19, 2026 9:50 PM

Jaipur, May 19 (IANS) Opening batter Mitchell Marsh fell four runs short of a deserved century, but his blistering knock, coupled with Josh Inglis’ 60 and their strong partnership, laid the foundation for Lucknow Super Giants’ imposing 220/5 against Rajasthan Royals in their must-win Indian Premier League (IPL) clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: ‘CSK should be emotional about their performances, not players,’ says Manjrekar on Dhoni’s Chepauk appearance

IANS | May 19, 2026 9:14 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have allowed emotion to overshadow cricketing reality during the ongoing discussion surrounding MS Dhoni and his future with the franchise.

Dubey, Suthar and Brar get maiden call-up to India's squad for Afghanistan Test (Ld)

IANS | May 19, 2026 8:56 PM

Guwahati, May 19 (IANS) Left‑arm spinner Manav Suthar, left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, and lanky pacer Gurnoor Brar were on Tuesday 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.

‘Virat Kohli lauding our fitness means a lot to hockey community,’ say Harmanpreet, Manpreet and Hardik

IANS | May 19, 2026 8:38 PM

Bengaluru, May 19 (IANS) Praise from one of the world’s most celebrated athletes has struck a special chord with Indian hockey players. Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart, highlighted the extraordinary fitness standards of Indian hockey players, acknowledging the physical demands of the sport and calling attention to an often-underappreciated aspect of hockey.

If I can play for a larger purpose, I can perform beyond my abilities: Kohli

IANS | May 19, 2026 8:18 PM

Bengaluru, May 19 (IANS) Virat Kohli discussed leadership, pressure, and the mindset needed to excel at the highest level during one of the most anticipated sessions at the third RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit Powered by Leaders, as he said that he can perform beyond his strengths if he's playing for a larger cause.

IPL 2026: I haven’t been good enough, says Pooran on criticism over LSG’s flop show this season

IANS | May 19, 2026 8:01 PM

Jaipur, May 19 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran offered an honest assessment of both his own struggles and LSG’s disappointing IPL 2026 season, admitting that neither he nor the franchise had managed to find consistency in a difficult campaign.

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It's weird not seeing Healy slashing balls, but we've got a deep order to fill that gap: Litchfield

I enjoy batting at No. 3, allows me to play the way I want: Litchfield

IPL 2026: Frustrated Rishabh Pant allegedly uses 'F-word' on national TV after 7-wicket defeat to RR

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi, Jurel power RR to clinical 7-wicket win over LSG

IPL 2026: Marsh’s 96 powers LSG to 220/5 despite RR’s late fightback

IPL 2026: ‘CSK should be emotional about their performances, not players,’ says Manjrekar on Dhoni’s Chepauk appearance

Dubey, Suthar and Brar get maiden call-up to India's squad for Afghanistan Test (Ld)

‘Virat Kohli lauding our fitness means a lot to hockey community,’ say Harmanpreet, Manpreet and Hardik

If I can play for a larger purpose, I can perform beyond my abilities: Kohli

IPL 2026: I haven’t been good enough, says Pooran on criticism over LSG’s flop show this season

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