I can make a difference in Europe through ETPL, says Rhodes on buying Rotterdam franchise

IANS | April 30, 2026 4:53 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Former South Africa cricketer Jonty Rhodes has seen European cricket from the inside, including coaching Sweden. Now, as co-owner of the Rotterdam franchise in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), the legendary fielding icon said he is finally positioned to convert everything he learned into a lasting impact and make a difference on the continent through the competition.

Fielders must back bowlers who are under the pump due to batters attacking hard in IPL, says Rhodes

Niharika Raina | April 30, 2026 4:16 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Jonty Rhodes, the former South Africa fielding stalwart who is now the co-owner of the Rotterdam franchise in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), said the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has created a relentless batting environment that leaves bowlers under the pump and that only exceptional fielding can offer them any relief.

India men drawn to face Taipei in Thomas Cup QF

IANS | April 30, 2026 3:01 PM

Horsens, April 30 (IANS) Indian men’s team has been drawn to face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinal of the BWF Thomas Cup Finals after the knockout draw was made here on Thursday.