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'God installed it in my bat': Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s epic reply to AI Chip claims

IANS | April 29, 2026 7:08 PM

New Chandigarh, April 29 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals (RR) young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has responded to the viral 'AI chip' claims surrounding his bat, delivering a humorous and composed reply that quickly grabbed attention. The young batter joked that whatever power he has comes straight from above, adding that if anything is installed, it’s by God and he’s simply using it.

Urgent appeal for A-positive blood as Afghan cricketer Shapoor Zadran fights a rare disease

IANS | April 29, 2026 6:42 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran, who is fighting for his life at a hospital in New Delhi is in urgent need of blood and Zadran's family has appealed A-positive blood donors to help the 30-year-old as he battles a rare with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening immune disorder.

Wickramaratne named SLC interim committee chairman, Mahanama, Sangakkara included

IANS | April 29, 2026 6:40 PM

Colombo, April 29 (IANS) Former Member of Parliament and investment banker Eran Wickramaratne has been named as chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket’s (SLC) interim committee, established with an aim to run the sport’s governing body following the resignation of president Shammi Silva and his executive committee.

‘A role model for generations, great loss’: Kapil Dev mourns the passing of legendary golfer Vijay Kumar

IANS | April 29, 2026 6:15 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Former India World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev paid tribute to legendary golfer Vijay Kumar, who passed away at the age of 57, describing him as a role model whose contribution to the sport will be remembered for generations.

It’s a dream come true in many ways, says Issy Wong after T20 WC selection for England

IANS | April 29, 2026 5:52 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Fast bowler Issy Wong described her inclusion in England’s squad for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup as a “dream come true”, especially with the tournament opener set to be staged at her home ground Edgbaston on June 12.

'IPL is always exciting, and it's just beginning of this season', says Kiran More

IANS | April 29, 2026 5:52 PM

Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper Kiran More believes the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has already lived up to expectations, noting that while the tournament has begun on an exciting note, the second half promises even more intensity with multiple teams in strong contention and no clear favourite emerging yet.

IPL 2026: A 15-year-old smacks one of Australia's best pacers, exciting time for Indian cricket, says Irfan Pathan

IANS | April 29, 2026 5:37 PM

Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the fearless approach shown by the younger generation is ushering in an exciting phase for Indian cricket, highlighting how teenage talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are taking on top international bowlers without hesitation during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

'It's a blunder from the government': Shakib on Bangladesh missing T20 WC

IANS | April 29, 2026 5:28 PM

Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) Veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has blamed the Bangladesh interim government for the team's absence from the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, terming the decision a blunder and a massive setback for the cricket-loving nation.

IPL 2026: Boys should be careful, says Anil Chaudhary on Riyan Parag 'vaping' row

IANS | April 29, 2026 5:04 PM

Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) Former international umpire Anil Chaudhary has sent out a stern warning to young cricketers to be careful regarding their off-field or on-field conduct during high-profile tournaments, following the social media storm after Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was allegedly caught vaping on camera during his side's IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings.

IPL 2026: James Hopes looks to ‘regrouping’ as PBKS stay positive despite first loss of season

IANS | April 29, 2026 4:48 PM

New Chandigarh, April 29 (IANS) Punjab Kings pace-bowling coach James Hopes stressed the need to regroup and recalibrate after the team suffered its first defeat of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, even as they continue to sit atop the points table.

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'God installed it in my bat': Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s epic reply to AI Chip claims

Urgent appeal for A-positive blood as Afghan cricketer Shapoor Zadran fights a rare disease

Wickramaratne named SLC interim committee chairman, Mahanama, Sangakkara included

‘A role model for generations, great loss’: Kapil Dev mourns the passing of legendary golfer Vijay Kumar

It’s a dream come true in many ways, says Issy Wong after T20 WC selection for England

'IPL is always exciting, and it's just beginning of this season', says Kiran More

IPL 2026: A 15-year-old smacks one of Australia's best pacers, exciting time for Indian cricket, says Irfan Pathan

'It's a blunder from the government': Shakib on Bangladesh missing T20 WC

IPL 2026: Boys should be careful, says Anil Chaudhary on Riyan Parag 'vaping' row

IPL 2026: James Hopes looks to ‘regrouping’ as PBKS stay positive despite first loss of season

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