'Grateful to BCCI for bringing IPL to Guwahati,' says Assam Cricket Association

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:07 PM

Guwahati, April 12 (IANS) The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has expressed its heartfelt gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for allocating three Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 matches, which were successfully organised at the Barsapara Stadium, terming it a big boost for cricket in the state.

Gaikwad will feel at ease with two points on the board for CSK: Faf du Plessis

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:49 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes that skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad will "feel at ease" after leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a 23-run win over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026, a victory which he feels will go a long way in giving them the confidence for bringing their campaign on track.

ACB officials hold strategic meeting with new head coach Richard Pybus

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:24 PM

Kabul, April 12 (IANS) Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) officials held a comprehensive meeting with Afghanistan's newly appointed head coach Richard Pybus on Sunday, who arrived in the capital city just a day earlier to take charge of a month-long skill development camp aimed at preparing for the series against India, to be played in June.

IPL 2026: Overton deserved Player of the Match award in CSK’s win over DC, opines Jaffer

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:19 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Former India opener Wasim Jaffer believes England seam-bowling all-rounder Jamie Overton was more deserving of the Player of the Match award than centurion Sanju Samson in Chennai Super Kings beating Delhi Capitals by 23 runs, adding that his spell was the point of difference in the five-time winners getting their first win of IPL 2026.

Fit India Sundays: Sports minister Mandaviya calls for mass participation to build a healthier, developed nation

IANS | April 12, 2026 1:57 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, today highlighted the importance of fitness in nation-building. He encouraged citizens to participate in the Fit India movement and embrace active lifestyles to help achieve a developed India. He also led the 69th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.