IPL 2026: 'Why engage in fights, keep quite,' says Sehwag on Rahane's 'jealousy' remark

IANS | April 7, 2026 3:48 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Virender Sehwag has advised players to avoid unnecessary confrontations in response to Ajinkya Rahane’s “jealousy” remark about critics during IPL 2026. The former India opener suggested that engaging in such exchanges serves little purpose, especially as scrutiny intensifies around Kolkata Knight Riders amid their winless start to the season.

Kishan's been incredible as captain, he does ask for advice: Klaasen

IANS | April 7, 2026 2:57 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad big-hitting batter Heinrich Klaasen has lavished praise on skipper Ishan Kishan, calling him a superb captain and adding the way the side responds to the young wicketkeeper-batter has been ‘just phenomenal’, apart from his calmness in decision making and willingness to lean on experienced players in the set-up.

Alana King, Melie Kerr claim top spots ODI rankings

IANS | April 7, 2026 2:39 PM

Dubai, April 7 (IANS) Alana King has reclaimed the No.1 spot in the ICC Women’s ODI bowling rankings following a standout performance during Australia women's tour of the Caribbean. Her rise comes after a match-winning five-wicket haul in St Kitts.

You need two players to replace Hardik, he's a perfect all-rounder: Kumble

IANS | April 7, 2026 1:43 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Former India captain Anil Kumble stressed Hardik Pandya’s irreplaceable value ahead of Mumbai Indians’ Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Rajasthan Royals, stating that his absence could disrupt MI’s team balance and the team would require two players to fill in his shoes.

The viral drawing that changed everything: Payal Nag's tryst with archery

IANS | April 7, 2026 1:40 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) For Payal Nag, a quadruple amputee, life changed completely when a picture of her drawing, which she drew with her mouth, went viral on social media; that caught the attention of coach Kuldeep Vedwan. What followed was not just the discovery of archery but the discovery of self-belief, discipline and purpose.