'Pace of wicket suits the way I play': Smith credits his 'home deck' for his 13th Ashes century

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:49 PM

Sydney, Jan 6 (IANS) Australia stand-in skipper Steve Smith reflected on his 37th Test hundred after posting a score of 129 not out at the end of Day 3, and credited his home venue, Sydney Cricket Ground, for becoming the second batter on the all-time list of Ashes Test runs with 3663, only behind the legendary Don Bradman (5028).

KIBG 2026: Rising kabaddi star Dadaso Pujari completes Khelo India circle in Diu

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:43 PM

Diu, Jan 6 (IANS) A product of the Khelo India ecosystem, Maharashtra’s rising kabaddi star Dadaso Shivaji Pujari has come full circle at the ongoing Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026 in Diu, returning to the platform that launched his journey to the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).

Gujarat Giants aim for strong push in WPL 2026

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:15 PM

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) As the fourth season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) kicks off on January 9, the Gujarat Giants enter WPL 2026 with fresh confidence and a clear goal. Following a successful playoff run last year, the franchise owned by Adani Sportsline is now aiming for greater consistency and seeking to elevate their competitive edge.

Sutherland dethrones Deepti to claim top spot in T20I bowlers rankings

IANS | January 6, 2026 3:39 PM

Dubai, Jan 6 (IANS) Annabel Sutherland has emerged as the biggest gainer in the latest ICC Women’s Rankings update, reclaiming the No.1 position in the T20I bowling rankings following India’s 15-run victory over Sri Lanka in the fifth and final T20I.

VHT 2025-26: Shreyas Iyer makes strong comeback with 53-ball 82 for Mumbai

IANS | January 6, 2026 3:15 PM

Jaipur, Jan 6 (IANS) India’s middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer marked a strong return from injury with a fluent 53-ball 82 for Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh at the Jaipuria Vidhyalaya Ground here in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Hyderabad's Aman Rao Perala smashes double ton vs Bengal in Vijay Hazare Trophy

IANS | January 6, 2026 3:10 PM

Rajkot, Jan 6 (IANS) Hyderabad's Aman Rao Perala smashed a double century against Bengal in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy in just his third List A appearance, here at the Niranjan Shah Stadium.

Ashes: Head, Smith carry Aus to 518/7 at stumps on Day 3 in Sydney

IANS | January 6, 2026 2:15 PM

Sydney, Jan 6 (IANS) Travis Head (163) and Steven Smith (129 not out) guided Australia to take control of the fifth Ashes Test as the hosts reached 518/7 at stumps on Day 3, taking a 134-run lead over England here at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Playing WPL before T20 WC will benefit Team India: Irfan Pathan

IANS | January 6, 2026 1:43 PM

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming season of the Women’s Premier League will play a crucial role in India’s quest for a maiden T20 World Cup title, as the women’s team heads into 2026 after ending a long wait for the ODI World Cup crown.

'Keep both sides of brain working...' Glenn Phillips reveals reasons behind regular shifts to left-hand batting

IANS | January 6, 2026 1:25 PM

Auckland, Jan 6 (IANS) New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips explained that his occasional switch to left-handed batting is part of a long-term strategy, not just a temporary experiment, and stated that he enjoys batting left handed while training.

Mumbai X Calibers co-owners explain what distinguishes them in Shooting League of India

IANS | January 6, 2026 12:34 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) In Indian sports, franchise ownership typically stays within boardrooms. However, Mumbai X Calibers, set to join the upcoming Shooting League of India (SLI), stands out. Notably, all three owners of the Mumbai franchise are active shooters.

Cricket

'Pace of wicket suits the way I play': Smith credits his 'home deck' for his 13th Ashes century

KIBG 2026: Rising kabaddi star Dadaso Pujari completes Khelo India circle in Diu

Gujarat Giants aim for strong push in WPL 2026

Sutherland dethrones Deepti to claim top spot in T20I bowlers rankings

VHT 2025-26: Shreyas Iyer makes strong comeback with 53-ball 82 for Mumbai

Hyderabad's Aman Rao Perala smashes double ton vs Bengal in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Ashes: Head, Smith carry Aus to 518/7 at stumps on Day 3 in Sydney

Playing WPL before T20 WC will benefit Team India: Irfan Pathan

'Keep both sides of brain working...' Glenn Phillips reveals reasons behind regular shifts to left-hand batting

Mumbai X Calibers co-owners explain what distinguishes them in Shooting League of India

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