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IPL 2026: Have been trying to add more strings to my bow, says Finn Allen after unbeaten 47-ball ton

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:50 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Finn Allen, who became the Player of the Match via hitting a 47-ball unbeaten century in Kolkata Knight Riders’ eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, said he was pleased to contribute responsibly after early wickets, adding that he had been working hard to add more strings to his bow.

IPL 2026: Really happy for Finn Allen, credit to spinners for doing well, says Rahane

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:41 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane hailed Finn Allen’s unbeaten 47-ball century and credited his bowlers for setting the base for a clinical eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals to get their fourth straight victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.

IPL 2026: Momentum slipped after DC lost a cluster of wickets, admits skipper Axar

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:34 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel conceded that the side’s batting collapse cost them momentum in their IPL 2026 clash, where they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, while also admitting the spinners erred on a tricky surface.

From a niche club to a solid force, Freiburg celebrating historic achievement, reaching Europa League final

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:28 PM

Berlin, May 8 (IANS) Successful talent development has long been a hallmark of 2026 UEFA Europa League finalist SC Freiburg. Former club youngsters such as Swiss international Johan Manzambi, keeper Noah Atubolu, and 2014 world champion Matthias Ginter stand out in the current squad that achieved the club's biggest success, following the side's meeting with Premier League outfit Aston Villa on May 20th in Istanbul.

IPL 2026: Spinners, Allen's unbeaten ton powers KKR to huge eight-wicket win over DC (ld)

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:13 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders' spin trio strangled Delhi Capitals batters into submission before Finn Allen finished the job with a breathtaking unbeaten century off just 47 balls and powered the three-time champions to a huge eight-wicket victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.

IFL 2025-26: Diamond Harbour FC edge closer to title with 5-2 comeback win over Rajasthan United FC

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:04 PM

Kalyani, May 8 (IANS) Diamond Harbour FC took a big step towards clinching the title after registering a 5-2 comeback win against Rajasthan United FC in their Star Cement Indian Football League 2025–26 Championship Phase fixture at Kalyani Stadium on Friday.

IPL 2026: Allen’s unbeaten 47-ball hundred takes KKR to a clinical eight-wicket win over DC

IANS | May 8, 2026 10:53 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Big-hitting opener Finn Allen produced a stunning unbeaten century off just 47 balls to power Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a clinical eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.

WTA Italian Open: China's Wang Xinyu exits from Rome after loss to Eala

IANS | May 8, 2026 10:39 PM

Rome, May 8 (IANS) China's Wang Xinyu lost to Alexandra Eala of the Philippines 6-4, 6-3 in the second round of the WTA Italian Open on Friday, failing to reach the last 32 after a match lasting 1 hour and 26 minutes.

ISL 2025-26: Early goals help Odisha FC edge SC Delhi

IANS | May 8, 2026 10:28 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Early goals by Suhair Vadakkepeedika and Lalrinfela (Mafela) helped Odisha FC secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sporting Club Delhi in their Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.

Asian U17 Boxing C'ships: Indian boys confirm five medals with strong quarterfinal showing in Tashkent

IANS | May 8, 2026 10:08 PM

Tashkent, May 8 (IANS) India’s young boxing contingent delivered a stellar performance at the Asian U17 Boxing Championships, with five boxers advancing to the semifinals and confirming at least five medals for the country.

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IPL 2026: Have been trying to add more strings to my bow, says Finn Allen after unbeaten 47-ball ton

IPL 2026: Really happy for Finn Allen, credit to spinners for doing well, says Rahane

IPL 2026: Momentum slipped after DC lost a cluster of wickets, admits skipper Axar

From a niche club to a solid force, Freiburg celebrating historic achievement, reaching Europa League final

IPL 2026: Spinners, Allen's unbeaten ton powers KKR to huge eight-wicket win over DC (ld)

IFL 2025-26: Diamond Harbour FC edge closer to title with 5-2 comeback win over Rajasthan United FC

IPL 2026: Allen’s unbeaten 47-ball hundred takes KKR to a clinical eight-wicket win over DC

WTA Italian Open: China's Wang Xinyu exits from Rome after loss to Eala

ISL 2025-26: Early goals help Odisha FC edge SC Delhi

Asian U17 Boxing C'ships: Indian boys confirm five medals with strong quarterfinal showing in Tashkent

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