IPL 2026: Miller will likely be among the three most expensive players, opines Bangar

IANS | December 14, 2025 1:07 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has identified several marquee players who are expected to attract intense bidding from franchises looking to address key gaps in their squads, as the build-up to the IPL 2026 auction gathers pace. Among them, South African veteran David Miller has emerged as one of the most sought-after names, with Bangar predicting a fierce contest between franchises.

India maintain 'no handshake' policy against Pakistan in U19 Asia Cup

IANS | December 14, 2025 12:58 PM

Dubai, Dec 14 (IANS) As India and Pakistan once again faced each other on the cricket field, this time during the U19 Men's Asia Cup, India skipper Ayush Mhatre stuck to the 'no handshake' policy in the group stage fixture against their arch-rivals here at the ICC Academy Ground on Sunday.

Kolkata's image takes hit in international media after chaos at Messi event

IANS | December 14, 2025 11:57 AM

Kolkata, Dec 14 (IANS) After the chaos at Yuva Bharati Krirangan, also known as Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata during Lionel Messi's event, the image of Kolkata has taken a beating on the international stage as the vandalism made headlines in major newspapers and media houses across the world.