Badminton: Ashmita Chaliha's QF loss ends India's challenge in Malaysia Masters

IANS | May 22, 2026 1:23 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 22 (IANS) Indian shuttler Ashmita Chaliha's campaign at the Malaysia Masters came to an end after she lost to former European Games champion Line Kjaersfeldt of Denmark in the women’s singles quarterfinals here on Friday. With Chaliha's exit, India’s challenge also concluded at the BWF Super 500 tournament.

'There’s still no certainty around whether he will play in 2027': Simmons on Dhoni

IANS | May 22, 2026 12:08 PM

Ahmedabad, May 22 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simmons said uncertainty still surrounds whether MS Dhoni will return for IPL 2027 after the legendary former captain missed the entire 2026 season due to injury, as CSK signed off from another disappointing campaign with an 89-run defeat to the Gujarat Titans.

GT's simple philosophy is the biggest reason behind their success: Dasgupta

IANS | May 22, 2026 11:41 AM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes Gujarat Titans’ simplicity and clarity in execution have been the defining factors behind their impressive IPL 2026 campaign after the side sealed a top-two finish with a commanding 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Pakistan recall big guns for ODIs against Australia

IANS | May 22, 2026 11:29 AM

Lahore, May 22 (IANS) Experienced batter Babar Azam and pacer Haris Rauf are among the big names returned to the side as Pakistan named a 16-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia.