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1st Test: Adaptability key to success across contrasting Test venues, says Padikkal

IANS | August 19, 2026 2:34 PM

Galle, Aug 19 (IANS) Having kicked off his Test career at challenging venues like Dharamshala, Perth, and now finally announcing his arrival in the arena in Galle, Player of the Match Devdutt Padikkal said he couldn't have asked for a better start to his international journey after starring in India’s clinical 165-run victory over Sri Lanka here on Wednesday.

UPT20: Karan’s unbeaten 92 powers Kashi Rudras past Gorakhpur Lions

IANS | August 19, 2026 2:31 PM

Lucknow, Aug 19 (IANS) Defending champions Kashi Rudras produced a strong all-round performance as captain Karan Sharma’s unbeaten 92 helped them defeat Gorakhpur Lions by 15 runs in the UPT20 League at the Ekana Cricket Stadium here.

1st Test: Suthar and Padikkal are long-term prospects for India, says Gill after Galle win

IANS | August 19, 2026 2:24 PM

Galle, Aug 19 (IANS) Indian captain Shubman Gill lavished praise on young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar and left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal following their standout performances in India's commanding 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the opening Test here on Wednesday.

1st Test: Aim was to get the wickets as quickly as we can due to rain threat, says KL Rahul

IANS | August 19, 2026 2:09 PM

Galle, Aug 19 (IANS) The threat of an impending downpour forced India to adopt an aggressive approach and wrap up the game quickly in their favour on day five of the opening Test against Sri Lanka, admitted vice-captain KL Rahul after the visitors got a clinical 165-run victory here at the Galle International Stadium on Wednesday.

1st Test: Suthar’s ten-for helps India seal 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in Galle (Ld)

IANS | August 19, 2026 2:02 PM

Galle, Aug 19 (IANS) Powered by a scintillating spell of 6-55 from young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, India sealed a commanding 165-run victory over Sri Lanka on day five of the opening Test at the Galle International Stadium on Wednesday.

1st Test: Suthar picks 6-55 as India seal 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in Galle

IANS | August 19, 2026 1:35 PM

Galle, Aug 19 (IANS) Riding on a scintillating spell of 6-55 from young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, India wrapped up a dominant 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Wednesday.

'Odisha T20 League is a platform for youngsters to learn, compete and grow': OCA secretary Sanjay Behera

IANS | August 19, 2026 1:31 PM

Cuttack, Aug 19 (IANS) Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) Secretary Sanjay Behera has hailed the the Odisha T20 League as the competitive platform for the young players where they learn from experienced cricketers and gain confidence for furture.

'Just go out there and show up': Sindhu recalls Virat's advice during a tough phase

IANS | August 19, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, Aug 19 (IANS) PV Sindhu has revealed how Virat Kohli’s simple advice during one of the toughest phases of her career helped change her perspective, with the Indian badminton star saying the Indian cricketer reminded her of the importance of simply turning up and trusting her preparation.

Italy strengthen 2027 WC hopes, reach Qualifier play-off

IANS | August 19, 2026 12:55 PM

Dar es Salaam, Aug 19 (IANS) Italy strengthened their case for a place in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 after finishing top of Challenge League B with a convincing eight-wicket victory over Tanzania in Dar es Salaam.

BWF World C’ships: Satwik-Chirag move into Pre-QF after Scottish pair withdraws

IANS | August 19, 2026 12:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 19 (IANS) India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty’s BWF World Championships campaign got underway without the fifth seeds having to step onto court, after Scotland’s Alexander Dunn and Adam Pringle withdrew from their opening-round fixture at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.

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1st Test: Adaptability key to success across contrasting Test venues, says Padikkal

UPT20: Karan’s unbeaten 92 powers Kashi Rudras past Gorakhpur Lions

1st Test: Suthar and Padikkal are long-term prospects for India, says Gill after Galle win

1st Test: Aim was to get the wickets as quickly as we can due to rain threat, says KL Rahul

1st Test: Suthar’s ten-for helps India seal 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in Galle (Ld)

1st Test: Suthar picks 6-55 as India seal 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in Galle

'Odisha T20 League is a platform for youngsters to learn, compete and grow': OCA secretary Sanjay Behera

'Just go out there and show up': Sindhu recalls Virat's advice during a tough phase

Italy strengthen 2027 WC hopes, reach Qualifier play-off

BWF World C’ships: Satwik-Chirag move into Pre-QF after Scottish pair withdraws

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