'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 correspondentBethell 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 correspondentmid-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 KoliAhead 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 MayureEarlier, 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 correspondentRao, 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 | AgenciesResuming 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 VedanayagamNFL 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“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 | AgenciesChelsea 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 | AgenciesJacob Bethell joins England's elite list after century in Sydney
07 January,2026 02:36 PM ISTWPL 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 correspondentSalman 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 correspondentT20 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 correspondentT20 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 correspondentWPL: 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 | AgenciesFather’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
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 | AFPManchester 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 correspondentA 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 CorrespondentArteta 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 | AFPCunha 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 | AFPHuge 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 | AgenciesWorld 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 | AFPFrom 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 CorrespondentEkatarina 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 | AFPBoxing 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