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‘Most important is staying in present’: Simarjeet reveals Dhoni’s lesson after match-winning spell against Purani Dilli 6

IANS | August 26, 2026 2:15 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) East Delhi Riders wrapped up their Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 season with a narrow 10-run win against playoff-qualified Purani Dilli 6 in a 10-over match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. After the match, East Delhi Riders captain Simarjeet Singh conveyed pride in his team's effort, emphasizing the importance of ending the tournament positively. He also shared that advice from MS Dhoni helps him remain calm during high-pressure moments.

Pakistan fast bowler Aimen Anwar retires from international cricket

IANS | August 26, 2026 1:55 PM

Lahore, Aug 26 (IANS) Pakistan fast bowler Aimen Anwar has announced her retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, bringing her career to a close after representing the country at three T20 World Cups and the 2022 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

‘The real test lies ahead’: Mirabai Chanu sets sights on Asian Games challenge

IANS | August 26, 2026 1:40 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) As the thirst for a maiden Asian Games medal gets stronger every day, Saikhom Mirabai Chanu is leaving no stone unturned to win the only global medal that has eluded the Tokyo Olympics silver medallist. Staying injury-free ahead of the September 19-October 4 Games in Aichi-Nagoya remains Mirabai’s topmost priority.

Syndrela Das, Payas Jain included in TOPS Development Scheme ahead of Asian Games

IANS | August 26, 2026 1:02 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) Rising Indian table tennis players Syndrela Das and Payas Jain have been included in the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Development Scheme, strengthening the country’s focus on nurturing young talent ahead of the 2026 Asian Games, 2030 Commonwealth Games and the 2036 Olympics.

‘Most important thing is to get the right people’: Steve Waugh on building Amsterdam Flames from scratch

IANS | August 26, 2026 12:58 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) Former Australia captain Steve Waugh is embracing a new challenge in T20 cricket as co-owner of the Amsterdam Flames, with the inaugural European T20 Premier League set to begin and the Australian great keen to see how a franchise built from the ground up performs in its first season.

BBL scraps overseas draft, opens door for bigger deals for top stars

IANS | August 26, 2026 12:35 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) The Big Bash League (BBL) is set for a major change in its player contracting system, with Cricket Australia (CA) scrapping the overseas draft and giving clubs greater freedom to spend money on their top players.

Anthony Andrews appointed assistant coach of India U17 women's team

IANS | August 26, 2026 12:24 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Anthony Andrews as the assistant coach of the India U17 women's national team, with Joakim Alexandersson continuing as the head coach.

2nd Test: Siraj, Jadeja strike early as Sri Lanka reach 83/2 at lunch after follow-on

IANS | August 26, 2026 12:15 PM

Colombo, Aug 26 (IANS) India’s decision to enforce the follow-on began to pay dividends in the opening session of the fourth day as Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj struck to leave Sri Lanka 83 for two at lunch, still 130 runs short of making India bat again, here at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

Sher-e-Punjab T20 League: ‘This league is vital for strengthening Punjab’s cricketing ecosystem’, says Mayank Markande

IANS | August 26, 2026 12:07 PM

Chandigarh, Aug 26, 2026 (IANS) Mayank Markande is relishing the opportunity to represent Amritsar Soormas in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, with the Punjab spinner believing the tournament can play a significant role in strengthening the state’s cricketing ecosystem.

‘Players may repeat such behaviour’: Manjrekar on ICC’s Jaiswal-Fernando action

IANS | August 26, 2026 11:56 AM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised the International Cricket Council’s handling of the altercation between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka pacer Asitha Fernando during the second Test in Colombo, saying leniency over such incidents could encourage players to repeat similar behaviour.

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‘Most important is staying in present’: Simarjeet reveals Dhoni’s lesson after match-winning spell against Purani Dilli 6

Pakistan fast bowler Aimen Anwar retires from international cricket

‘The real test lies ahead’: Mirabai Chanu sets sights on Asian Games challenge

Syndrela Das, Payas Jain included in TOPS Development Scheme ahead of Asian Games

‘Most important thing is to get the right people’: Steve Waugh on building Amsterdam Flames from scratch

BBL scraps overseas draft, opens door for bigger deals for top stars

Anthony Andrews appointed assistant coach of India U17 women's team

2nd Test: Siraj, Jadeja strike early as Sri Lanka reach 83/2 at lunch after follow-on

Sher-e-Punjab T20 League: ‘This league is vital for strengthening Punjab’s cricketing ecosystem’, says Mayank Markande

‘Players may repeat such behaviour’: Manjrekar on ICC’s Jaiswal-Fernando action

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