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Kolkata: In a spectacle that turned from football frenzy to outright fiasco, Lionel Messi's much-hyped G.O.A.T. Tour event at Salt Lake Stadium descended into chaos on Friday, leaving thousands of ecstatic fans in tears of frustration. The…

New Delhi: As India gears up to defend its T20 World Cup crown on home soil in 2026, head coach Gautam Gambhir has to understand: the team's hopes hinge on reviving the batting fortunes of captain Suryakumar Yadav and vice-captain Shubman…

Cuttack: In a stunning turnaround at the Barabati Stadium here, India scripted a commanding 101-run victory over South Africa in the first T20 International of the series, erasing memories of recent ODI heartbreaks. Electing to bat first…

Mumbai: Riding the euphoric wave of their 2025 ODI World Cup triumph, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled a dynamic 15-member Indian women's squad for the upcoming home T20I series against Sri Lanka, captained by…

Mumbai: In a development that could stir fresh excitement in the Indian Premier League, Pakistani-origin pace bowler Muhammad Abbas has been officially included in the player list for the IPL 2026 mega auction, sources confirmed on Monday.…

Brisbane: Australia delivered a crushing eight-wicket blow to England in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba, surging to a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Chasing a modest 65 runs, Steve Smith sealed the victory with a towering six,…

New Delhi: Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal have officially called off their much-anticipated wedding, ending a six-year relationship that captivated fans across the nation. The announcement, made via…

Raipur: In a match that promised fireworks but ended in heartbreak, India suffered a stunning four-wicket defeat to South Africa in the second ODI here at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, despite posting a formidable 358…

Raipur: As India and South Africa gear up for the crucial second ODI at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium on Wednesday, the hosts might be leading 1-0, but four lesser-known Proteas players are quietly plotting a stunning comeback.…

Ranchi: The sweltering heat of Ranchi Stadium turned scorching on Friday as Indian cricket fans unleashed a barrage of mockery on head coach Gautam Gambhir during the team's net session, just a day before the first ODI against South Africa.…