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Between the cheers and the silence: The uneasy wait for Dhoni's final goodbye

IANS | May 20, 2026 2:01 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) MS Dhoni walked into another Chennai night carrying the same aura he always has. The noise rose instantly, the yellow flags fluttered louder, and thousands inside Chepauk stood up, hoping to witness something memorable once again. Not just a cameo, not merely a few runs, but perhaps one final moment with the man who has defined Chennai Super Kings for nearly two decades.

'Talking to seniors gives me confidence': Sooryavanshi after blistering 93 against LSG

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:47 PM

Jaipur, May 20 (IANS) After playing a stunning knock of 93 off just 38 balls in Rajasthan Royals’ seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants, young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi said that talking to senior cricketers and coaches has boosted his confidence as he looks to contribute more for the team in the ongoing IPL 2026 season.

'It's a real privilege to watch him bat': Langer heaps praise on Sooryavanshi

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:39 PM

Jaipur, May 20 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) head coach Justin Langer has heaped praise on Rajasthan Royals batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old's 93-run knock helped his side chase down a mammoth total of 221 runs in just 19.1 overs to boost their qualification chances.

IPL 2026: 'With 53 sixes, Sooryavanshi is actually going after Gayle's record,' says Irfan

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:17 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals’ teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to terrorise bowlers in IPL 2026, and former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the 15-year-old is on the verge of breaking one of the most iconic records in the tournament’s history.

Fakhar, Ayub ruled out of selection for ODIs against Australia due to injuries

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:48 PM

Lahore, May 20 (IANS) Pakistan have been dealt a big blow ahead of their upcoming ODI series against Australia as their opening pair, Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, have been ruled out of selection for the three-match series due to injuries.

'Words can't do justice to the kind of ability he possesses': Bangar's special praise for Sooryavanshi

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:38 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals’ teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turned heads with his match-winning 93 in his team's crucial victory over Lucknow Super Giants and drew high praise from ex-India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, who said he falls short of words every time he sees Sooryavanshi perform.

Hockey: India U18 women win 4-1 against Australia in final match of the series

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:17 PM

Bhopal, May 20 (IANS) The Indian U18 women’s hockey team produced a dominant display to defeat Australia 4-1 in the fourth and final match of the series at the Udhav Das Mehta (Bhai Ji) Central SAI Centre here on Wednesday.

Taijul's six-fer helps Bangladesh complete series sweep against Pakistan

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:10 PM

Sylhet, May 20 (IANS) Bangladesh whitewashed Pakistan in a two-match Test series after spinner Taijul Islam produced a match-winning spell and sealed a well-fought 78-run victory on the final day of the second Test here at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

‘Prince’s ODI call-up is a well-deserved reward,’ says Umesh Yadav on young pacer’s rise

IANS | May 20, 2026 11:36 AM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) India’s pace stalwart Umesh Yadav has heaped praise on the young Lucknow Super Giants bowler Prince Yadav, asserting that the rising pacer fully deserved his maiden ODI call-up.

It's weird not seeing Healy slashing balls, but we've got a deep order to fill that gap: Litchfield

IANS | May 20, 2026 11:30 AM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) As Australia gears up for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, former skipper Alyssa Healy left a notable gap at the top of the order, with the onus now on emerging leaders to fill the void. Left-hand batter Phoebe Litchfield said that she is well aware of the expectations on her and the teammates and is raring to go at the marquee event.

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Between the cheers and the silence: The uneasy wait for Dhoni's final goodbye

'Talking to seniors gives me confidence': Sooryavanshi after blistering 93 against LSG

'It's a real privilege to watch him bat': Langer heaps praise on Sooryavanshi

IPL 2026: 'With 53 sixes, Sooryavanshi is actually going after Gayle's record,' says Irfan

Fakhar, Ayub ruled out of selection for ODIs against Australia due to injuries

'Words can't do justice to the kind of ability he possesses': Bangar's special praise for Sooryavanshi

Hockey: India U18 women win 4-1 against Australia in final match of the series

Taijul's six-fer helps Bangladesh complete series sweep against Pakistan

‘Prince’s ODI call-up is a well-deserved reward,’ says Umesh Yadav on young pacer’s rise

It's weird not seeing Healy slashing balls, but we've got a deep order to fill that gap: Litchfield

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