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BCB charges players, officials, franchise owners with corrupt practices during BPL 12

IANS | May 7, 2026 9:27 PM

Dhaka, May 7 (IANS) The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has levelled charges on team officials, franchise owners, and some players for participating in alleged corrupt practices or interfering with an inquiry into illegal activities during the 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL T20). The participants have been accused of breaching various provisions of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code for Participants (the “Code”).

Sinner reflects on sacrifices behind rise to World No. 1 ahead of Italian Open campaign

IANS | May 7, 2026 9:26 PM

Rome, May 7 (IANS) Jannik Sinner said leaving home at a young age played a defining role in both his personal and professional growth as the World No. 1 prepares to begin another high-profile campaign at the Italian Open in Rome.

IPL 2026: We just want to get back to winning ways, says Marsh, as he hopes for LSG turnaround against RCB

IANS | May 7, 2026 8:37 PM

Lucknow, May 7 (IANS) Mitchell Marsh admitted Lucknow Super Giants have struggled to put together complete performances this season, but remains optimistic that the side can revive its campaign against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their Indian Premier League clash at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

IPL 2026: DC making wrong decisions under pressure, Kuldeep's poor form a major concern, says Pathan

IANS | May 7, 2026 8:22 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Delhi Capitals' poor decision-making when under pressure and Kuldeep Yadav's dip in form have emerged as the two biggest factors behind the franchise's stuttering IPL 2026 campaign, according to former India fast bowler Irfan Pathan, who believes the side has the firepower to finish in the top four but have failed to live up to its considerable potential in the ten-team competition.

IPL 2026: Confidence in the group is pretty high, says Hazlewood as he backs a balanced RCB unit against LSG

IANS | May 7, 2026 8:10 PM

Lucknow, May 7 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Josh Hazlewood believes that his side is carrying strong momentum and confidence despite the added pressure of defending their title as they prepare for a crucial IPL clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

Suryakumar Yadav, wife Devisha, welcome baby girl

IANS | May 7, 2026 8:02 PM

Mumbai, May 7 (IANS) India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav and his wife Devisha Shetty welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on Thursday, marking a joyous personal milestone. The couple, who tied the knot in 2016, had celebrated their baby shower in March, in the presence of close friends and family members.

IPL 2026: Kuldeep is a match-winner, important to have him playing continually, says Miller

IANS | May 7, 2026 7:50 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Veteran Delhi Capitals batter David Miller on Thursday backed under-fire wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav to come good in the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, describing him as a ‘match-winner’ whose presence in the playing eleven remains vital for the team despite a recent dip in form.

Mbappe’s future under spotlight as Real Madrid prepare for crucial Clasico

IANS | May 7, 2026 7:37 PM

Madrid, May 7 (IANS) French star footballer Kylian Mbappe has become the centre of attention ahead of Real Madrid’s crucial Clasico clash against FC Barcelona on Sunday, with questions surrounding both his fitness and long-term future at the club.

IPL 2026: Varun’s ability was never in doubt, break helped him bounce back, says Bravo

IANS | May 7, 2026 7:33 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders mentor Dwayne Bravo said the bowling unit has benefited from Varun Chakravarthy’s return to form, adding that his ability to pick wickets was never in doubt and that a six-day mid-season break helped the wrist-spinner to bounce back.

IPL 2026: Inglis, Mohsin, Avesh out as struggling LSG put to bat by unchanged RCB

IANS | May 7, 2026 7:23 PM

Lucknow, May 7 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the toss and elected to bowl against hosts Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Thursday.

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BCB charges players, officials, franchise owners with corrupt practices during BPL 12

Sinner reflects on sacrifices behind rise to World No. 1 ahead of Italian Open campaign

IPL 2026: We just want to get back to winning ways, says Marsh, as he hopes for LSG turnaround against RCB

IPL 2026: DC making wrong decisions under pressure, Kuldeep's poor form a major concern, says Pathan

IPL 2026: Confidence in the group is pretty high, says Hazlewood as he backs a balanced RCB unit against LSG

Suryakumar Yadav, wife Devisha, welcome baby girl

IPL 2026: Kuldeep is a match-winner, important to have him playing continually, says Miller

Mbappe’s future under spotlight as Real Madrid prepare for crucial Clasico

IPL 2026: Varun’s ability was never in doubt, break helped him bounce back, says Bravo

IPL 2026: Inglis, Mohsin, Avesh out as struggling LSG put to bat by unchanged RCB

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