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Open and shut case for Pant? Experiment backfires as DC wins by six wickets

Question marks mount over LSG’s reshuffle with Rishabh misfiring as opener in six-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals; skipper says his opening role is a 50-50 call for rest of the season, but insists he will bat in the top three

03 April,2026 09:32 AM IST | Santosh Suri
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"I have full confidence in our captain", Goenka reassures fans after LSG defeat

It instantly brought back memories of Goenka’s altercation with then skipper KL Rahul when the team suffered a 10-wicket hammering against SRH in IPL 2024

03 April,2026 09:35 AM IST | A Correspondent
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IPL 2026: Super Kings' Samson eyes big knock against Punjab Kings

Opener Sanju will look to be his explosive best against formidable PBKS today after making poor debut for CSK in eight-wicket defeat to Rajasthan

03 April,2026 09:38 AM IST | Agencies
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Thushara seeks court order to play in IPL 2026 as SLC denies NOC

He said he had told the SLC about his wish to end his international career. Therefore, denial of NOC citing failed fitness tests should be set aside by the court.

03 April,2026 09:41 AM IST | PTI
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Dadar Union stalwart Puthran no more

He was also known for his exploits in tennis ball cricket

03 April,2026 09:43 AM IST | A Correspondent
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We are expecting new stadium to be built within three years, says MCA chief Naik

When Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis named some of the Wankhede stands after India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma, former Test skipper Ajit Wadekar and ex-ICC, BCCI and MCA chief Sharad Pawar last May, he had promised that his government would allot land to MCA to build a new stadium in the city which will accommodate one

03 April,2026 09:48 AM IST | Subodh Mayure
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Hikaru Nakamura slams FIDE for its stringent anti-cheating measures

The world number two expressed his frustration when asked about the anti-cheating measures at the elite tournament to determine D Gukesh's challenger for the world championship later this year

03 April,2026 09:55 AM IST | PTI
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Foden not assured of World Cup spot, says England boss Tuchel

Foden has rarely taken his best City form on to the international stage, even on the run to the Euro 2024 final fresh from collecting Premier League player of the year awards.

03 April,2026 09:58 AM IST | AFP
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Asian Boxing Championships: Aditya storms into QFs

With this win, Aditya advances to the next round, where he will face Uzbekistan's Abdulloh Madaminov in what promises to be a competitive contest

03 April,2026 09:59 AM IST | PTI
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Italy’s Euro 2032 rights could be rescinded

Italy last hosted a major international football tournament in 1990 and many of its top stadiums were either built or refurbished for that World Cup

03 April,2026 10:02 AM IST | AFP
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Tiger faces girlfriend's roar

Woods warned by Vanessa Trump to strictly follow rehab if he wants to continue dating

03 April,2026 10:03 AM IST | A Correspondent
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Every year makes me more grateful for you: Sakshi to hubby

“Nine years… and it still feels like I’m walking through life with my safest place by my side. Every year just makes me more grateful for you. Life isn’t perfect, but with you, it always feels right. Happy anniversary!”

03 April,2026 10:05 AM IST | A Correspondent
IPL 2026: PBKS chase down CSK's target of 209 with 5 wickets in hand

IPL 2026: PBKS chase down CSK's target of 209 with 5 wickets in hand

Punjab Kings chased down CSK's total of 209 runs with 5 wickets in hand and 8 balls to spare. The Shreyas Iyer-led side won their second game of the season and continued their strong start in the tournament. Punjab Kings started their run chase with a bang as they scored 43 runs in the first three overs

03 April,2026 11:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IPL 2026: PBKS score 68 runs in the powerplay chasing CSK's total of 209

IPL 2026: PBKS score 68 runs in the powerplay chasing CSK's total of 209

Punjab Kings started their run chase with a bang as they scored 43 runs in the first three overs. However, the scoring rate dropped since then as CSK crawled their way back into the game

03 April,2026 10:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IPL 2026: Ayush Mhatre scores 62 runs; CSK 101 for 1 after 10 overs against PBKS

IPL 2026: Ayush Mhatre scores 62 runs; CSK 101 for 1 after 10 overs against PBKS

Chennai Super Kings started off strong against the Punjab Kings in front of their home crowd. Sanju Samson, making his home debut, scored 7 runs before being caught behind by Xavier Bertlett.

03 April,2026 09:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer wins toss and elects to bowl first against CSK

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer wins toss and elects to bowl first against CSK

Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first against CSK. The Chennai Super Kings are coming into this game after an opening game defeat, while PBKS are looking to win their second match in a row.

03 April,2026 07:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Nitish Kumar Reddy dismisses claims of SRH having a weak bowling line-up

Nitish Kumar Reddy dismisses claims of SRH having a weak bowling line-up

SRH will gear up to take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 5 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad

03 April,2026 05:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IPL 2026: DC vs MI Preview | Head-to-head record, Player to watch & Full Squad

IPL 2026: DC vs MI Preview | Head-to-head record, Player to watch & Full Squad

The eighth match of the 2026 Indian Premier League brings together two franchises with a storied history as the Delhi Capitals prepare to host the Mumbai Indians at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

03 April,2026 05:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IPL 2026: DC's Auqib Nabi reveals what inspired him to become a fast bowler

IPL 2026: DC's Auqib Nabi reveals what inspired him to become a fast bowler

DC began their IPL 2026 campaign by securing a win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by six wickets at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground in Lucknow. The Capitals are all set to lock horns with the Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 4 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi

03 April,2026 04:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IPL 2026: Jitesh Sharma credits his 'DK anna' for helping him grow in cricket

IPL 2026: Jitesh Sharma credits his 'DK anna' for helping him grow in cricket

The defending champions will now lock horns with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 5 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Ahead of the match, RCB's Jitesh Sharma said that the team is aiming to dominate again and prove that the triumph in the previous edition was not a one-off

03 April,2026 02:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
CSK vs PBKS: Check head-to-head record, players to watch out for, full squads

CSK vs PBKS: Check head-to-head record, players to watch out for, full squads

Ahead of the match, PBKS' Arshdeep Singh will be eyeing a huge feat for the franchise. He is three wickets shy of becoming the first bowler to complete 100 scalps for Punjab

03 April,2026 01:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    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 IST
    Iran makes progress in talks with Infantino, but war clouds US World Cup trip

    Iran makes progress in talks with Infantino, but war clouds US World Cup trip

    Infantino also offered tangible help for the squad to prepare for the World Cup in the next two months. Most Iran players are with clubs in the national league that has shut down during the war.

    03 April,2026 10:50 AM IST | Istanbul | AP | PTI

    Italy soccer president resigns after Azzurri miss third straight World Cup

    Italy's soccer federation president resigned amid political pressure on Thursday, two days after the Azzurri failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup. Gabriele Gravina's decision will likely lead to the ouster of Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso, too

    02 April,2026 07:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Minister Abdurahiman says the Argentina team deceived Kerala

    Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman said that the Argentina football team had deceived the state by failing to show up for a game despite being paid for it.

    02 April,2026 06:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Candidates Tournament resumes; tough road ahead for Indian players

    Candidates Tournament resumes; tough road ahead for Indian players

    The Uzbek had stunned the chess audience world over by winning the World Chess Cup in Goa last year and he seems unstoppable having scored 3.5 points out of his four games

    03 April,2026 10:48 AM IST | Paphos (Cyprus) | PTI
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