Divija Paul clinches U13 singles gold at WTT Youth Contender Chennai

IANS | November 5, 2026 2:27 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 5 (IANS) India’s top-ranked Under-13 paddler Divija Paul continued her impressive run on the international circuit by winning the U13 Singles title at the WTT Youth Contender Chennai 2026, while also reaching the semi-finals of the U15 Mixed Doubles event.

IPL 2027: Livingstone, Edwards move to CSK as Khaleel, Ellis head to SRH in massive trade

IANS | November 5, 2026 2:19 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have struck one of the biggest deals of the IPL 2027 trading window. As per the massive trade deal, England all-rounder Liam Livingstone and Australia all-rounder Jack Edwards will move to CSK, while India left-arm fast bowler Khaleel Ahmed and Australia pacer Nathan Ellis are set to join SRH.

‘If Hardik wants to stay at MI, he should not be the captain’: Rayudu

IANS | November 5, 2026 2:02 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Former India batter Ambati Rayudu believes Hardik Pandya should relinquish the Mumbai Indians captaincy, suggesting the all-rounder would benefit from concentrating on his performances rather than carrying leadership responsibilities, amid speculation over his future at the franchise ahead of the next IPL season.

DDCA names Delhi Women's U23 squad for T20 trophy

IANS | November 5, 2026 1:51 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Delhi & District Cricket Association has announced the Delhi Women's U23 squad for the T20 Trophy 2026–27, as Shivi Sharma has been named the captain of the side.

‘Luke Williams effect already showing’: Abhinav Mukund hails MI’s revamped squad ahead of WPL 2027

IANS | November 5, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Former India cricketer Abhinav Mukund believes Mumbai Indians have addressed some of the shortcomings that affected their team composition last season, crediting new head coach Luke Williams’ familiarity with several recruits for helping the two-time champions put together a more balanced squad for the 2027 Women’s Premier League (WPL).

‘Chance to learn from the best’: Veda backs Shweta Sehrawat’s move to MI

IANS | November 5, 2026 12:43 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Former India cricketer Veda Krishnamurthy believes Shweta Sehrawat’s switch from UP Warriorz to Mumbai Indians ahead of the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) season could provide the young batter with an opportunity to rediscover her natural game, saying the expectations and frequent changes in responsibilities at her previous franchise placed undue pressure on her development.