IPL 2026: Sairaj Bahutule likely to join Punjab Kings as new spin bowling coach

IANS | October 16, 2025 2:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Former India leg-spinner Sairaj Bahutule is likely to join Punjab Kings (PBKS) as their new spin bowling coach ahead of the 2026 IPL season. He was a part of the Rajasthan Royals support staff in IPL 2025, and is understood to have moved on from the franchise, which is in the midst of a major shake-up to their backroom staff.

England reveal playing XI for first T20I against New Zealand

IANS | October 16, 2025 2:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) England have revealed their starting XI for the opening T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch this Saturday, with Harry Brook, who took over as England’s white-ball captain earlier this year, leading the side.

India recommended to stage 2030 Commonwealth Games; Ahmedabad proposed as host city

IANS | October 16, 2025 12:14 AM

Ahmedabad, Oct 16 (IANS) In a landmark development for Indian sports, Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 24th Commonwealth Games, scheduled for 2030. The announcement was made during the Executive Board meeting of Commonwealth Sport, marking a historic moment as the Games will coincide with the centenary celebration of the Commonwealth Sport Movement.