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‘Want to support a friend whom we played with and admired’: Kapil Dev backs Imran Khan, calls for humane treatment

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Former India captain Kapil Dev has reiterated his support for former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan, calling for humane treatment and adequate facilities for his long-time friend after 21 former international cricketers wrote to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif seeking better conditions for the imprisoned former leader.

‘Alonso’s style fits perfectly with how I see the game’: Morgan Rogers explains Chelsea move

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Morgan Rogers has revealed that Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s footballing philosophy and willingness to give him freedom on the pitch played a major role in his decision to join the Premier League club, as the England international begins a new chapter at Stamford Bridge.

Olly Stone signs two-year contract extension with Nottinghamshire

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) England fast bowler Olly Stone has signed a contract extension with County Championship holders Nottinghamshire that will see him stay at Trent Bridge for two more years. This came two days after he powered his County side to a 145-run win over Surrey in three days with a match haul of 10 wickets.

'Race to India Championship' to reshape PGTI season, boost pathway to DP World Tour

IANS | August 24, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has introduced a new season-long race that will determine the leading performers of the 2026 campaign and add greater significance to the India Championship, with the season finale set to decide the Order of Merit champion for the first time.

'Ready to give everything for Bengaluru FC,' says Soham Varshneya on contract extrension

IANS | August 24, 2026 3:10 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 24 (IANS) Bengaluru FC's continued faith has given Soham Varshneya renewed motivation, with the youngster vowing to repay the club's belief after extending his stay. Varshneya said he remains “happy, focused” and ready to give his all for the club as he looks forward to being part of its next chapter.

2nd Test: Jaiswal, Fernando penalised after on-field altercation in Colombo

IANS | August 24, 2026 2:53 PM

Colombo, Aug 24 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday confirmed the sanctions for India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka fast bowler Asitha Fernando for their altercation on the first day of the second Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club here.

2nd Test: Jurel shines with unbeaten 95 as rain halts India's push against Sri Lanka

IANS | August 24, 2026 2:38 PM

Colombo, Aug 24 (IANS) Dhruv Jurel produced a flawless display of risk-free batting to reach 95 not out before heavy rain brought an early end to the second session on day two’s play against Sri Lanka at the SSC Ground on Monday.

Rishabh Pant scripts history, breaks Dhoni’s away Test runs record

IANS | August 24, 2026 2:34 PM

Colombo, Aug 24 (IANS) India star batter Rishabh Pant shattered MS Dhoni's record for most Test runs scored by an Indian wicketkeeper away from home. The swashbuckling batter Pant went past Dhoni's feat during Day 2 of the second Test match against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club here on Monday.

Jason Smith ruled out of SA’s T20I tri-series in Namibia due to adductor strain

IANS | August 24, 2026 2:29 PM

Johannesburg, Aug 24 (IANS) South Africa all-rounder Jason Smith has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I tri-series against Namibia and Zimbabwe due to an adductor strain, said Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Monday.

BCCI invites applications for five positions on junior men’s selection committee

IANS | August 24, 2026 1:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Monday that it is inviting applications for five positions on its junior men’s selection committee, with an aim to reconstitute the panel responsible for shaping the age-group pathway and building bench strength.

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‘Want to support a friend whom we played with and admired’: Kapil Dev backs Imran Khan, calls for humane treatment

‘Alonso’s style fits perfectly with how I see the game’: Morgan Rogers explains Chelsea move

Olly Stone signs two-year contract extension with Nottinghamshire

'Race to India Championship' to reshape PGTI season, boost pathway to DP World Tour

'Ready to give everything for Bengaluru FC,' says Soham Varshneya on contract extrension

2nd Test: Jaiswal, Fernando penalised after on-field altercation in Colombo

2nd Test: Jurel shines with unbeaten 95 as rain halts India's push against Sri Lanka

Rishabh Pant scripts history, breaks Dhoni’s away Test runs record

Jason Smith ruled out of SA’s T20I tri-series in Namibia due to adductor strain

BCCI invites applications for five positions on junior men’s selection committee

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