Colombo, Aug 23 (IANS) India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill on Sunday completed his 3000 runs in Test cricket during the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club here. Gill has become the fourth-youngest Indian player to reach the milestone as he continues his rise in the format.
Chandigarh, Aug 23 (IANS) The stage is set for the 2026 edition of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, which will begin on August 30 at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Chandigarh. Six teams will compete for the title, with some of Punjab’s most promising young cricketers getting an opportunity to showcase their talent.
Munich, Aug 23 (IANS) Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has hinted that the 2026-27 season could be the final campaign of his illustrious career, admitting retirement is now a strong possibility.
Mackay, Aug 23 (IANS) Mitchell Starc’s 10-wicket match haul, backed by three wickets apiece from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, powered Australia to an innings-and-51-run victory over Bangladesh in Mackay, levelling the series in record time.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan on Sunday lauded shuttlers Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand for their historic bronze medal triumph at the ongoing BWF World Championships, adding that their remarkable campaign has been an inspiring journey to follow.
Colombo, Aug 23 (IANS) Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav was ruled out of India's playing eleven for the second Test against Sri Lanka as he continues his recovery from a viral illness, said the BCCI. In Kuldeep’s absence, Madhya Pradesh off-spin bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain was handed his maiden Test cap.
Colombo, Aug 23 (IANS) Off-spin bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain has been handed his debut as India won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground here on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Jessica Pegula overcame defending champion Iga Swiatek in a thrilling three-set battle to reach the Cincinnati Open women's singles final, setting up an all-American showdown with Coco Gauff, while Frances Tiafoe and France's Arthur Fils advanced to the men's final
Madrid, Aug 23 (IANS) New signing Carlos Espi scored a last-minute goal to give Real Madrid a 2-1 win away to Espanyol on Saturday to kick off Jose Mourinho's second spell in charge at the club.
London, Aug 23 (IANS) Newly promoted Hull City produced a huge shock in the opening round of the new Premier League season with a 2-0 win at home to Manchester United on Saturday.
