Mumbai Indians (MI) will lock horns against Gujarat Giants (GG) on January 13, followed which they will play against the UP Warriorz (UPW) on January 15
09 January,2026 04:14 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentmid-day lists three heroes, who set up Australia’s emphatic 4–1 win and three under-performers, who hurt England’s cause
09 January,2026 08:47 AM IST | Rohan KoliMI’s India skipper Harmanpreet and her deputy Smriti, who captains RCB, believe a fine showing at Women’s Premier League, beginning today, will help team’s pursuit of glory at ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to be held in June-July
09 January,2026 08:52 AM IST | Subodh MayureThe in-form Mumbai batter belted a 20-ball 62, laced with seven fours and five maximums while chasing a small target of 217
09 January,2026 08:56 AM IST | AgenciesMartyn, who represented Australia in 67 Test matches, fell ill on Boxing Day and was taken to hospital on the Gold Coast late last month, where he was placed in an induced coma amid a bout of meningitis
09 January,2026 08:58 AM IST | IANSThe World Cup would be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Rathour will assume charge on January 18 and will remain with the team until March 10.
09 January,2026 08:28 AM IST | PTIAfter Man City play out third straight draw, a 1-1 stalemate against Brighton this time, boss Pep Guardiola admits it’s tough to challenge Arsenal for crown
09 January,2026 09:03 AM IST | AFPBarcelona’s teen superstar Lamine Yamal named world’s most valuable footballer at £297 million (approximately Rs 3591 crore)
09 January,2026 09:08 AM IST | A CorrespondentBenjamin Sesko’s brace (50th and 60th min) for United was cancelled out by an own-goal from Ayden Heaven (13th min) and a wonder-strike from Jaidon Anthony (66th min)
09 January,2026 09:09 AM IST | Agencies“These investigations have revealed a diagnosis of cancer, for which Kevin will undergo treatment,” read a statement from Keegan’s family. Keegan is a two-time Ballon d’Or winner and also won 63 caps for England.
09 January,2026 09:11 AM IST | AP | PTISindhu had not participated in any tournament since October due to a foot injury, and opted to give herself a longer period of time to recover.
09 January,2026 08:31 AM IST | PTIShe underwent elbow surgery after a first-round loss at Wimbledon in July, and later withdrew from the third round of the China Open in September, admitting she had rushed her return
09 January,2026 09:14 AM IST | AFPLate-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 MayureThe ODI series starting here on Sunday will be followed by a long T20I season, which includes a five-match series against the Kiwis, the T20 World Cup, and then the Indian Premier League
10 January,2026 08:13 AM IST | Vadodara | PTIBangladesh Cricket Board functionary slams former skipper for urging board to prioritise country’s cricket future before deciding on T20 World Cup after Mustafizur’s IPL ouster; remark draws backlash from current and ex-players
10 January,2026 08:12 AM IST | Dhaka | PTIPremier all-rounder Nadine de Klerk played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 63 runs off 44 deliveries. Her knock was laced with seven boundaries and two maximums. Arundhati Reddy also scored 20 runs in 25 balls, with the help of two boundaries
09 January,2026 11:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOpening the innings for the "Paltan", Amelia Kerr departed early on just four runs in 15 balls. Fellow opening batswoman Gunalan Kamalini accumulated 32 runs off 28 deliveries, which was laced with five boundaries
09 January,2026 09:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter winning the toss, RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana said that, considering the dew factor, she opted to bowl first in the WPL 2026 opening match. Nadine De Klerk, Grace Harris, Lauren Bell, and Linsey Smith will be the team's four overseas players for this game
09 January,2026 09:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSmith, who had torched an unbeaten 121 runs against Perth Scorchers and another half-century in his three-match stint last season, will be available for the Sixers' final three regular-season fixtures
09 January,2026 09:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Women’s Premier League 2026 begins on Friday with defending champions Mumbai Indians taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening game
09 January,2026 08:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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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