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IPL 2026: ‘Exceptional’ Allen one of the best in world to pressure back on bowlers, says Green

IANS | May 9, 2026 10:35 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Finn Allen blazed an unbeaten 100 off just 47 balls to power Kolkata Knight Riders to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, and Australia all-rounder Cameron Green said he was not the least bit surprised by the New Zealand opener's pyrotechnics, adding that he’s one of the best batters in the world at putting pressure back on the bowlers.

IPL 2026: '18 years and it hurts; all three departments failed,' admits DC's DoC Venugopal Rao

IANS | May 9, 2026 10:21 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) For Venugopal Rao, the sense of deja vu must be as stifling as the scorching heat in the national capital. Rao, currently the director of cricket at Delhi Capitals, endured two "wooden spoon" finishes during his time as a player with the franchise from 2011-13, when it used to be called Delhi Daredevils.

Djokovic knocked out of Italian Open by Croatian qualifier Prizmic

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:51 AM

Rome, May 9 (IANS) Six-time Italian Open champion Novak Djokovic was eliminated in three sets by world No. 79 Dario Prizmic, who came back from a set down to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-4.

Dortmund secure runner-up spot as Frankfurt's hopes fade

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:33 AM

Berlin, May 9 (IANS) Borussia Dortmund sealed second place in the Bundesliga with a 3-2 home victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, whose push for a place suffered another damaging setback.

Messi backs Neymar for World Cup return

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:14 AM

Buenos Aires, May 9 (IANS) Lionel Messi believes Neymar still belongs among football's elite and said he hopes the Brazil forward returns in time for next month's FIFA World Cup.

ISL 2026: FC Goa-Mohun Bagan SG battle for top spot; Jamshedpur FC also target first place against Bengaluru FC

IANS | May 9, 2026 12:06 AM

Margao/Jamshedpur, May 8 (IANS) FC Goa will host former champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant in their Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 fixture at the PJN Stadium in Margao on Saturday. The first fixture of the evening carries major significance in the title race, with both Goa and Mohun Bagan capable of climbing to the top of the table with a victory.

IPL 2026: Have been trying to add more strings to my bow, says Finn Allen after unbeaten 47-ball ton

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:50 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Finn Allen, who became the Player of the Match via hitting a 47-ball unbeaten century in Kolkata Knight Riders’ eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, said he was pleased to contribute responsibly after early wickets, adding that he had been working hard to add more strings to his bow.

IPL 2026: Really happy for Finn Allen, credit to spinners for doing well, says Rahane

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:41 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane hailed Finn Allen’s unbeaten 47-ball century and credited his bowlers for setting the base for a clinical eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals to get their fourth straight victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.

IPL 2026: Momentum slipped after DC lost a cluster of wickets, admits skipper Axar

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:34 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel conceded that the side’s batting collapse cost them momentum in their IPL 2026 clash, where they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, while also admitting the spinners erred on a tricky surface.

From a niche club to a solid force, Freiburg celebrating historic achievement, reaching Europa League final

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:28 PM

Berlin, May 8 (IANS) Successful talent development has long been a hallmark of 2026 UEFA Europa League finalist SC Freiburg. Former club youngsters such as Swiss international Johan Manzambi, keeper Noah Atubolu, and 2014 world champion Matthias Ginter stand out in the current squad that achieved the club's biggest success, following the side's meeting with Premier League outfit Aston Villa on May 20th in Istanbul.

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IPL 2026: ‘Exceptional’ Allen one of the best in world to pressure back on bowlers, says Green

IPL 2026: '18 years and it hurts; all three departments failed,' admits DC's DoC Venugopal Rao

Djokovic knocked out of Italian Open by Croatian qualifier Prizmic

Dortmund secure runner-up spot as Frankfurt's hopes fade

Messi backs Neymar for World Cup return

ISL 2026: FC Goa-Mohun Bagan SG battle for top spot; Jamshedpur FC also target first place against Bengaluru FC

IPL 2026: Have been trying to add more strings to my bow, says Finn Allen after unbeaten 47-ball ton

IPL 2026: Really happy for Finn Allen, credit to spinners for doing well, says Rahane

IPL 2026: Momentum slipped after DC lost a cluster of wickets, admits skipper Axar

From a niche club to a solid force, Freiburg celebrating historic achievement, reaching Europa League final

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