Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not picked for India’s upcoming U19 series against Australia?
on August 28, 2026 at 3:16 am
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming U19 series against Australia. Interestingly, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who was the Player of the Match in the U19 World Cup final earlier in the year, has been dropped. He recently made his senior India debut and was one of the key performers in the series against Zimbabwe. However, that wasn’t the reason […]
Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not picked for India’s upcoming U19 series against Australia?
on August 28, 2026 at 3:16 am
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming U19 series against Australia. Interestingly, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who was the Player of the Match in the U19 World Cup final earlier in the year, has been dropped. He recently made his senior India debut and was one of the key performers in the series against Zimbabwe. However, that wasn’t the reason […]
PSG, Barcelona, Man City to play one another; Arsenal to host Real Madrid, play Bayern away in UCL 2026-27
on August 28, 2026 at 2:37 am
Paris Saint-Germain face an imposing route in their attempt to retain the UEFA Champions League, with the league-phase draw setting up meetings with other favourites Barcelona and Manchester City. The draw, conducted at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Thursday, August 27, also handed 15-time European champions Real Madrid a high-profile assignment against Inter Milan and Arsenal.
Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League final despite missing Zurich event, which Rumesh wins with 92.07m
on August 28, 2026 at 1:57 am
Neeraj Chopra has secured a place in the six-man Diamond League Finals despite appearing at only two of the five qualifying meetings this season. The two-time Olympic medallist accumulated 12 points to finish sixth in the men’s javelin standings, earning a berth for the season-ending competition in Brussels on September 4 and 5. Overall, he missed three meetings, including Thursday’s event in […]
Praggnanandhaa creates history, becomes first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour
on August 28, 2026 at 1:26 am
Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu completed a remarkable turnaround against Fabiano Caruana to win the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis on Thursday, August 27. With that, the Chennai-born grandmaster secured his maiden title in the competition and prize money of nearly Rs 2 crore. The victory also gave the Indian grandmaster a place in Grand Chess Tour history. According to Chess.com, Praggnanandhaa […]
Pakistan Cricket Board threatens to boycott Lord’s Test over broadcast of interview with Imran Khan’s sons
on August 28, 2026 at 12:57 am
Pakistan Cricket Board raised a formal objection with Sky Sports after the broadcaster aired an interview with Suleiman and Kasim Khan, the sons of former Pakistan captain and prime minister Imran Khan, during the lunch interval of the first day at Lord’s. The programme, presented by former England captain Mike Atherton, focused on concerns over Imran Khan’s health and the possibility that his […]
Suryakumar Yadav aims to return to India team, says ‘putting all the hardwork’
on August 27, 2026 at 6:13 pm
Former India captain Suryakumar Yadav remains hopeful of reclaiming his place in India’s T20I squad after being left out of the tours of Ireland and England. The Mumbai cricketer insisted that he is working hard and building towards a possible comeback.
Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal reshapes 2026 US Open as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic land in same half
on August 27, 2026 at 5:22 pm
Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal has dramatically altered the complexion of the 2026 US Open men’s singles draw, leaving Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic on course for a potential semi-final meeting in New York. The world No.1, Sinner, will miss the tournament because of a right-knee injury and his absence removes one of the leading contenders and gives several players a clearer route through the […]
India secure best Women’s Hockey World Cup finish in 52 years after stunning 3-1 win over Germany
on August 27, 2026 at 4:29 pm
India signed off from the 2026 Women’s Hockey World Cup with a 3-1 victory over Germany at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen. With that, they secured fifth place and their strongest World Cup finish since the inaugural tournament in 1974.
Yastika Bhatia named India A captain for one-day, red-ball series vs Australia A
on August 27, 2026 at 3:49 pm
Anushka Sharma will captain India A in the three-match T20 series against Australia A, while Yastika Bhatia will take charge of the one-day and multi-day sides for the upcoming home fixtures.
Kieron Pollard smashed T20 world record with stunning show for Trinbago Knight Riders in CPL
on August 27, 2026 at 3:18 pm
Kieron Pollard has surpassed England international Jos Buttler to become the leading run-scorer in T20 cricket history. He achieved the feat while representing Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League 2026. The legendary all-rounder reached the milestone against Saint Lucia Kings at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, when he produced a rapid 65 off 26 deliveries, scoring at a strike […]
