Smriti Mandhana slams second fastest women’s ODI ton by Indian batter

IANS | September 17, 2025 4:05 PM

New Chandigarh, Sep 17 (IANS) Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana registered the second-fastest century by an Indian batter in women’s ODIs when she reached the three-figure mark in 77 balls against Australia in the second match of the ongoing series at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

When Modiji became Prime Minister, I began winning: PV Sindhu

IANS | September 17, 2025 3:19 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) On Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday, Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu not only wished and prayed for his good health and happiness but also for the continued progress of the nation under his guidance.

Confident that Cummins is going to partake in the Ashes, says McDonald

IANS | September 17, 2025 2:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said he remains confident of skipper Pat Cummins playing a significant role in the upcoming Ashes series, despite currently being sidelined with a lumbar bone stress issue that flared up during the Test tour of the West Indies.

'There's something special about his approach', says Sehwag as PM Modi turns 75

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:58 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag extended heartfelt wishes for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the latter’s 75th birthday. He praised the efforts that the Prime Miinister has taken towards developing India’s sporting industry while wishing him a healthy and long life.