In-form senior pros Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli headline India’s settled batting line-up as hosts eye a winning start in three-match ODI series against New Zealand, beginning today
11 January,2026 09:21 AM IST | PTIThe 26-year-old was not considered for next month’s T20 World Cup despite leading India in the longer formats. He has played 36 T20Is for India, scoring 869 runs at an average of 28.03 with a strike-rate of 138.59
11 January,2026 08:24 AM IST | PTIMichael Bracewell on Saturday said he would lean on all-rounder Kyle Jamieson to lead the pace attack and confirmed an ODI debut for 24-year-old Kristian Clarke in the first match against India
11 January,2026 08:36 AM IST | PTIGujarat Giants head coach Michael Klinger heaps praise on debutant Sharma after she impresses with 30-ball 44 in her maiden WPL outing as GG edge UP Warriorz by 10 runs in a high-scoring encounter
11 January,2026 08:43 AM IST | Subodh MayureSciver-Brunt hammered a 46-ball 70, while Harmanpreet -- smarting from a last-ball defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday -- slammed an unbeaten 74 off 42 balls as Mumbai Indians posted a fighting 195 for 4 on the back of fine form from the two stalwarts
11 January,2026 08:47 AM IST | PTIDe Klerk hit a sublime 63 off 44 balls to clinch victory off the last ball of the match. Earlier, she also picked up 4-26 to restrict MI to a moderate total of 154-6
11 January,2026 09:04 AM IST | PTIThe 26-year-old, who last played a competitive game in the T20 World Cup in October 2024, was bough for Rs 85 lakh at the auction
11 January,2026 09:06 AM IST | PTIFormer India captain Sunil Gavaskar gifts bat-shaped guitar to women’s cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues; duo belt out tunes together
11 January,2026 09:18 AM IST | A CorrespondentIndia’s superstar javelin thrower parts ways with coach Jan Zelezny after one season together; says Czech legend provided him a whole new toolbox of exercises, technical experience and fresh perspective which will hold him in good stead going forward
11 January,2026 09:16 AM IST | PTIThe Catalan giants laid down a marker in their semi-final encounter by thrashing Athletic Bilbao 5-0, while maintaining an astounding 80 per cent possession. Flick hopes his team can put up a similarly dominating display in the first ‘El Clasico’ of the year
11 January,2026 09:12 AM IST | AgenciesThe 117 places that separate Palace from Macclesfield of the National League North in the English football pyramid is the most ever overcome by an underdog in FA Cup history
11 January,2026 09:10 AM IST | AFPFynbos put her 1000 Guineas defeat behind her as she galloped to glory in the feature event of Saturday's nine-race card at Mahalaxmi racetrack
11 January,2026 09:36 AM IST | Prakash GosaviThe ODI World Cup 2027 is all set to be co-hosted by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. Till the time the tournament arrives, Rohit will already be in his 40s, whereas Virat will be in his late 30s
11 January,2026 07:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMark Boucher said that there is nothing wrong with Kohli's fitness and the Indian team will need his services for the global tournament. The ODI World Cup 2027 will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia
11 January,2026 06:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAhead of the T20 World Cup 2026, South Africa is placed in Group D of the tournament along with teams such as Afghanistan, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Arab Emirates
11 January,2026 04:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTeam India's second-choice wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the entire three-match ODI series, as he has sustained a side strain (oblique muscle tear). Dhruv Jurel has been named as his replacement for series. The fans will be excited to witness elegant strokes from the bigwigs of Indian cricket, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma
11 January,2026 01:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGujarat Giants put up a massive 207/4 against UP Warriorz, led by captain Ashleigh Gardner’s 65 and a vital 103-run stand with debutant Anushka Sharma (44). After an aggressive start by Sophie Devine, late cameos from Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali ensured a strong finish. Sophie Ecclestone (2/32) was the pick of the UPW bowlers
10 January,2026 06:22 PM IST | Navi Mumbai | ANIShreyas Iyer narrowly avoided a dog bite while interacting with fans at an airport. The scare occurred just days before his expected return to international cricket. Iyer has received fitness clearance after recovering from a spleen injury and is set to rejoin the Indian squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11.
10 January,2026 05:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndia’s Jemimah Rodrigues takes over as captain of Delhi Capitals for WPL 2026, aiming to build on her domestic leadership experience and the franchise’s strong legacy. Jemimah discussed her leadership role at Delhi Capitals on Jiohotstar, recognising Lanning’s enduring influence
10 January,2026 02:12 PM IST | Navi Mumbai | IANSLate-order fireworks from Nicola Carey and Sajeevan Sajana helped Mumbai Indians recover from a shaky start against RCB in the WPL-4 opener at DY Patil Stadium. However, Sajana and left-hander Carey shouldered the responsibility well, stitching a vital 82-run stand off just 49 balls. At the time of going to press, RCB were 82-5 in 11.4 overs
10 January,2026 08:27 AM IST | Navi Mumbai | Subodh MayureAjay Patil and his friend Chetan Bachaav, part of a group of 24 MI fans who travelled here from Nashik to watch their favourite cricketers, were excited to witness the WPL-4 opener.
10 January,2026 08:27 AM IST | Navi Mumbai | Subodh MayureADVERTISEMENT
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
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Paris Saint-Germain defeated Marseille 4-1 on penalties after a dramatic 2-2 draw to win the French Champions Trophy in Kuwait. Desire Doue converted the decisive spot-kick after Chevalier had saved efforts from Marseille’s Matt O’Riley and Hamed Traore
10 January,2026 09:03 AM IST | Kuwait City | AFPMikel Arteta praised his side’s resilience and progress after Arsenal were held to a goalless draw by Liverpool at the Emirates. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said the Gunners have come out of a gruelling festive schedule in a stronger position despite the disappointment of being held 0-0 at home to Liverpool on Thursday
Premier League champions Manchester City have signed Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth to boost their attacking depth ahead of key domestic and European campaigns
India’s ace shuttler P V Sindhu bowed out of the Malaysia Open Super 1000 after a straight-game defeat to world number two Wang Zhiyi in the semifinals. Returning to competitive action after recovering from a foot injury that had kept her out since October last year, the two-time Olympic medallist struggled to maintain consistency against
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