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Michael Atherton voices concern over rare neglect of specialist spinners in Ashes 2025-26
Jan 4, 2026New Delhi , January 4 (ANI): Former England captain Michael Atherton has said that lack of spin bowling in the Ashes 2025-26 has deprived fans of variety in the test series.At the Sydney Cricket Ground, Australia... -
“She will play a key role in shaping the team’s approach this season”: Abhishek Nayar backs Meg Lanning as ideal captain for UP Warriorz
Jan 4, 2026New Delhi , January 4 (ANI): UP Warriorz head coach Abhishek Nayar has expressed strong confidence in Meg Lanning after the Australian great was appointed as the captain of the side, highlighting her leadership qualities and... -
Men’s HIL: Defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat Soorma Hockey Club to start off with win
Jan 4, 2026Chennai (Tamil Nadu) , January 4 (ANI): Defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers opened their Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 campaign with a confident 3-1 victory over Soorma Hockey Club at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium,... -
“Brother from another mother”: Bravo speaks on equation with Dhoni during CSK stint
Jan 4, 2026New Delhi , January 4 (ANI): Former West Indies and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) stalwart Dwayne Bravo recalled an incident during the 2018 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) when then-skipper MS Dhoni trusted and... -
Khelo India Beach Games a platform to express skills on naturally beautiful surface: Union Sports Minister Mandaviya
Jan 4, 2026New Delhi , January 4 (ANI): The Ghoghla Beach, awash with the tides of the Arabian Sea, here will transform itself into a sporting paradise with more than 2,100 participants taking part in the second edition... -
“Really looking forward to challenge…”: Lanning on appointment as UP Warriorz captain
Jan 4, 2026Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) , January 4 (ANI): Australian icon Meg Lanning spoke on being appointed as the captain of UP Warriorz ahead of the Women's Premier League (WPL) season starting from January 9, saying that she... -
Akash Kumar’s late heroics seal back-to-back win for Ganga Kings of Mirzapur
Jan 4, 2026Noida (Uttar Pradesh) , January 4 (ANI): In a must-win clash with top-four implications, Ganga Kings of Mirzapur held their nerve to defeat Aligarh Tigers 34-32, registering their third win of UPKL Season 2 and completing... -
Aussie icon Meg Lanning announced as UP Warriorz captain ahead of WPL 2026
Jan 4, 2026New Delhi , January 4 (ANI): Australian multi-time World Cup-winning skipper Meg Lanning has been announced as the new captain of the Women's Premier League (WPL) franchise UP Warriorz ahead of the latest season starting from... -
Rawat progresses into final round of qualifying as Main Draw kicks off on Monday at 10th Bengaluru Open 2026
Jan 4, 2026Bengaluru (Karnataka) January 4 (ANI): The S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium witnessed edge-of-the-seat action on Sunday as the first round of qualifying matches got underway at the 10th Bengaluru Open 2026, according to a release.India's Sidharth... -
SG Pipers’ KY Williott highlights preparations ahead of HIL 2026, Jarmanpreet Singh credits league for exposure to overseas talent
Jan 4, 2026New Delhi , January 4 (ANI): SG Pipers vice-captain KY Willott shared insights on the team's preparations for the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 season, while captain Jarmanpreet Singh emphasised that the HIL offers young Indian...
