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'Performing well in WPL will help players in international cricket': Kaur

Mumbai Indians (MI) will kick off their WPL 2026 campaign by playing a clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on January 9 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai

07 January,2026 04:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Bethell registered his maiden First-Class century. He also became the ninth English batsman to score a ton against the Aussies at the age of 22 or younger, according to ESPNcricinfo

07 January,2026 06:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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mid-day breaks down Steve Smith and Travis Head’s defining numbers after the duo dominate Day Three with record tons

07 January,2026 08:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Rohan Koli
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Ahead of ODI series, NZ skipper Michael Bracewell says his team can’t take veteran batting duo lightly; insists both should play 2027 World Cup too

07 January,2026 08:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh Mayure
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Earlier, both families decided to maintain silence regarding the engagement, which in turn led to speculations about the ceremony

07 January,2026 01:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Mustafizur Rahman is unlikely to receive any financial compensation after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders on the instructions of the BCCI, despite having no role in the circumstances that led to the termination of his contract

07 January,2026 08:35 AM IST | Kolkata | PTI
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Rao, 21, who was signed by Rajasthan Royals at the IPL auction, smashed 12 fours and 13 sixes en route to his 200 not out from 109 balls to take Hyderabad to a commanding 352-5. Sent in to bat, Rao tore apart a Bengal bowling attack featuring Mohammed Shami (3-70), Akash Deep (0-78) and Mukesh Kumar (0-55). 

07 January,2026 08:40 AM IST | Rajkot | Agencies
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India all-rounder Shivam Dube (4-68) then starred with the ball as Mumbai notched their fifth win in six matches

07 January,2026 08:42 AM IST | Jaipur | PTI
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Resuming proceedings on Day Two of the Round Three league-stage match, Anjuman racked up 318-7 (40.3 overs) thanks to Khute’s 177 off 121 balls. He was well supported by Aarav Yadav (44), and Arnav Shelar (44)

07 January,2026 08:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Rufus Vedanayagam
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The ISL will feature all 14 clubs. The I-League, which was also on pause, will be held ‘around the same time’ The ISL will feature 91 matches on home and away basis

07 January,2026 08:52 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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Pérez partnered the Dutchman for four years at Red Bull before being dropped at the end of 2024. Pérez is returning to F1 this year with new team Cadillac

07 January,2026 08:54 AM IST | Mexico City | AP | PTI
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NFL legend Tom is reportedly dating social media influencer Alix Earle after the two met at a New Year’s party on a yacht in the Caribbean

07 January,2026 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
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“I think Liam is as good a coach as I’ve ever worked with. He was incredible in his coaching ability. I was more of the manager, dealing with players and everything. So I learned a lot from him from,” Rooney said of his former assistant coach on the BBC’s Wayne Rooney Show

07 January,2026 08:49 AM IST | London | Agencies
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Chelsea bring in English coach Liam Rosenior to replace sacked Enzo Maresca as Blues deal with string of poor results; new boss assures total commitment to teamwork, unity in bid to uplift club

07 January,2026 08:47 AM IST | London | Agencies

WPL 2026: Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur reveals Mumbai Indians' mindset

"We have the same energy and excitement this season. We are going with a similar mindset like we did for the last three years and won two titles. Our mindset is to play good cricket," said Harmanpreet Kaur

07 January,2026 06:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Salman Ali Agha hopeful of Afridi regaining full fitness before global event

Afridi has been a key figure in Pakistan's pace attack, and his availability could be crucial for the "Green Shirts" in the tournament. Pakistan will play all their World Cup matches in Sri Lanka. The T20 World Cup 2026 will begin from February 7

07 January,2026 03:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

T20 WC 2026: ICC reject Bangladesh's request to shift matches from India to SL

The Bengal Tigers will open their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on February 7 against the West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. They will then lock horns against Italy on February 9 at the same venue

07 January,2026 01:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

T20 World Cup 2026: New Zealand include Jacob Duffy in squad for mega event

Duffy will join the likes of an experienced New Zealand pace attack, which includes Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Adam Milne and all-rounder Jimmy Neesham. Additionally, Kyle Jamieson will travel with the squad as the pace bowling reserve

07 January,2026 12:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

WPL: Gujarat skipper Gardner seeks giant strides from pacer Renuka

Gardner also predicted that the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women’s team will be tough to beat in the future

07 January,2026 08:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh Mayure

'I just love batting here': Steve Smith on Sydney Cricket Ground

Steve Smith scores 129* after opener Travis Head’s 163 to give Australia a commanding 134-run first innings lead; skipper reveals he loves batting on his SCG home turf and is eyeing a 200-plus lead to put England under pressure

07 January,2026 08:20 AM IST | Sydney | Agencies

    Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud

    14 June,2025 07:10 PM

    Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim as head coach after 14 months

    Man Utd sack boss Ruben Amorim after 14 months in charge over inconsistent results and growing issues with management in recent days; Darren Fletcher is interim boss

    06 January,2026 08:50 AM IST | London | AFP

    Manchester United part ways with head coach Ruben Amorim

    United are placed sixth in the EPL table after securing a 1-1 draw at Leeds on Sunday. After the match, a furious Amorim said at the press conference that he was Manchester United’s manager, not just the coach

    05 January,2026 06:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    A Messy matter!

    Brazilian model Suzy Cortez claims star footballer’s wife Antonela has banned her entry from Inter Miami’s stadium because she sent him steamy pics on social media

    05 January,2026 08:38 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

    Arteta enjoys Rice feast!

    Arsenal manager Mikel praises England international for stretching himself to the limit and scoring a fine brace in 3-2 victory over Bournemouth

    05 January,2026 08:23 AM IST | Bournemouth | AFP

    Cunha rescues a point for Man United in 1-1 draw against Leeds

    United’s failure to take all three points cost them a chance to move into the English Premier League’s top four. Amorim’s men sit in fifth place after winning just one of their last five games

    05 January,2026 08:20 AM IST | Leeds | AFP

    Huge gain for Harry Kane as net worth crosses £100 million

    According to British tabloid The Sun, Kane raked in over £11 million (Rs 133 million approx) from his image rights company HK28 Limited and a further £7.9 million (Rs 96 crore approx) from his investments portfolio

    04 January,2026 09:32 AM IST | England | Agencies

    World champion cueist and India chief coach Manoj Kothari passes away at 67

    He is survived by his wife, son Sourav Kothari — also a former world billiards champion — and daughter Shreya Kothari

    06 January,2026 12:06 PM IST | Kolkata | PTI

    ‘My values, approach are not aligned with the organisation’: Novak Djokovic

    The action also highlighted the “unsustainable schedule” for players, with tournaments scheduled 11 months out of 12 by both the men’s ATP and women’s WTA

    06 January,2026 08:25 AM IST | Paris | AFP

    From T20 World Cup 2026 to FIFA World Cup, here are key dates you cannot miss

    A quick guide to some high-octane sporting action fans should relish and cherish through this power-packed year

    05 January,2026 01:25 PM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

    Ekatarina wins Aslam Kader Salver

    Veteran horse trainer Imtiaz Sait said he was delighted to win the race named after Aslam Kader

    05 January,2026 12:58 PM IST | Mumbai | Prakash Gosavi

    'Still feel the fire': Venus, 45, on playing Oz Open

    Williams will become the oldest woman to play in the main draw at the season-opening Grand Slam after accepting a wildcard, five years after she last competed in Melbourne

    05 January,2026 08:17 AM IST | Auckland | AFP

    Boxing great Tyson Fury comes out of retirement

    Been away for a while, but I’m back now. 37 years old and still punching.” Fury had previously retired in 2022 after beating Dillian Whyte in April, only to return later in the year

    05 January,2026 08:14 AM IST | London | AFP