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  New all-time record set in IPL following KKR's win over Mumbai at Eden Gardens

  May 21, 2026 10:09 IST

  KKR’s four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians helped IPL 2026 set a record for most successful chases in a season, with 42 wins for teams batting second in 65 matches. Manish Pandey and Rovman Powell guided KKR to 148, keeping their playoff hopes alive.

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  Rohit Sharma's ODI future is not secured as BCCI worried about his fitness status

  May 21, 2026 9:06 IST

  Rohit Sharma’s ODI future is under scrutiny as BCCI raises fitness concerns ahead of the World Cup. The 39-year-old, recovering from injury, is uncertain to handle 50-over demands, while Hardik Pandya’s bowling workload and fitness also remain under review.

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  Pakistan's Mohammad Amir granted UK visa, eligible to play IPL next year

  May 21, 2026 8:23 IST

  Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has reportedly acquired British citizenship, making him eligible for the IPL from 2026. Amir had earlier expressed his desire to play in the league, while Pakistan players remain barred from the tournament since 2008.

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  Why can't Angkrish Raghuvanshi play KKR's final league game against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026?

  May 21, 2026 7:42 IST

  KKR will miss leading run-scorer Angkrish Raghuvanshi in their must-win IPL 2026 clash against Delhi Capitals after the youngster suffered a concussion against Mumbai Indians. ICC rules mandate a seven-day stand-down period, dealing a major blow to Kolkata’s playoff hopes.

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  Peak Pakistan moment: Deepak Chahar, Robin Minz stare at each other as catch goes begging vs KKR

  May 21, 2026 7:02 IST

  Deepak Chahar and Robin Minz produced a costly fielding mix-up during Mumbai Indians’ clash against KKR, dropping Rovman Powell under pressure. Powell later added crucial runs alongside Manish Pandey as Kolkata sealed a vital win to stay alive in the playoff race.

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  Unai Emery lifts his 5th Europa League title as Aston Villa decimate Freiburg in final

  May 21, 2026 6:21 IST

  Aston Villa crushed Freiburg 3-0 in Istanbul to win the Europa League and end a 30-year trophy drought. Goals from Youri Tielemans, Emiliano Buendia and Morgan Rogers sealed Villa’s first major European title since 1982 and Unai Emery’s fifth Europa League crown.

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  KKR remain alive in IPL playoffs race with typical win over Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens

  May 21, 2026 0:17 IST

  KKR kept their IPL 2026 playoffs hopes alive with a win over Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens. They restricted MI to 147 before Manish Pandey and Rovman Powell led the chase, with Rinku Singh finishing the job in a tense finish.

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  Djokovic, Sabalenka among others plan to stage protest ahead of French Open over prize money

  May 20, 2026 23:11 IST

  Leading tennis players are planning a media protest at the French Open over prize-money distribution and revenue sharing. Stars including Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka want Grand Slam organisers to provide players with a larger percentage of tournament earnings.

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  MS Dhoni leaves CSK camp ahead of final league game against Gujarat

  May 20, 2026 21:52 IST

  MS Dhoni has left the CSK camp ahead of their final IPL 2026 league game against Gujarat Titans due to a thumb injury. Batting coach Michael Hussey confirmed Dhoni will only return if Chennai Super Kings qualify for the playoffs.

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  FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast still in jeopardy, DD Sports also rejects request

  May 20, 2026 21:05 IST

  India still has no confirmed broadcaster for the FIFA World Cup 2026 despite the tournament starting in three weeks. Prasar Bharati told the Delhi High Court it is not responsible for acquiring rights, while FIFA’s valuation remains a key hurdle.

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  Cameron Green, Saurabh Dubey rattle Mumbai Indians' top order in KKR’s must-win clash in IPL 2026

  May 20, 2026 20:13 IST

  Cameron Green and Saurabh Dubey triggered a collapse in KKR’s must-win IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians. Green took two wickets and a catch, while Dubey dismissed Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav as MI slipped to 41/4 after a poor start at Eden Gardens.

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  Why is Matheesha Pathirana not playing vs Mumbai Indians in KKR's must-win clash in IPL 2026?

  May 20, 2026 19:24 IST

  Matheesha Pathirana missed KKR’s must-win IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians because of a recurring calf injury suffered during the T20 World Cup. KKR brought in Rovman Powell, while Varun Chakaravarthy returned to the playing XI.

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  BCCI announce 2026-27 domestic schedule; Ranji Trophy begins on October 11, groups revealed

  May 20, 2026 17:53 IST

  BCCI has unveiled the 2026-27 domestic calendar featuring 1,788 matches across formats and age groups. The Ranji Trophy begins on October 11, while changes include T20 formats for U23 tournaments and revised scheduling for junior competitions.

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  Will Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav return to play for Mumbai Indians against KKR?

  May 20, 2026 16:46 IST

  Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav are likely to return for Mumbai Indians against KKR after training fully ahead of the match. Meanwhile, KKR spinner Varun Chakaravarthy is expected to miss out again because of his injury setback.

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  Shan Masood leaves captaincy future to PCB after 12 defeats in 16 Test matches

  May 20, 2026 15:53 IST

  Shan Masood left his captaincy future to the PCB after Pakistan’s 78-run defeat to Bangladesh in Sylhet. Pakistan have now lost 12 of 16 Tests under him, while Masood urged structural reforms instead of emotional or wholesale changes.

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  Phil Salt boost for RCB ahead of IPL 2026 playoffs, England star's return confirmed

  May 20, 2026 15:04 IST

  Phil Salt missed the last seven matches for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru after suffering a finger injury during his team's clash against the Delhi Capitals. RCB are now set to receive a major boost as Salt will arrive in India this week.

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  Blow for Pakistan, star batters not available for ODI series against Australia

  May 20, 2026 14:27 IST

  Pakistan will host Australia for a three-match ODI series from May 30 onwards. The first match will be played in Rawalpindi, followed by the other two on June 2 and 4 in Lahore. Pakistan will be without two of their star players for the series.

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  Najmul Shanto becomes Bangladesh's most successful captain, Shan hit another low after 2-0 sweep

  May 20, 2026 14:28 IST

  Bangladesh registered their second consecutive Test series sweep over Pakistan after defeating the Men in Green 2-0 at home. Najmul Hossain Shanto has become the most successful Bangladesh captain with the sweep.

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  Updated WTC points table after Bangladesh register 2-0 sweep over Pakistan, India slip one place

  May 20, 2026 11:51 IST

  Bangladesh have registered their first-ever 2-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan at home after beating them in the second Test in Sylhet by 78 runs. Bangladesh have moved a place up in the updated WTC points table, while India slipped one down.

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  Vaibav Sooryavanshi becomes first Indian to achieve major IPL record after six-hitting spree vs LSG

  May 20, 2026 11:08 IST

  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi unleashed his beast mode after a slightly unusual start in the clash against the Lucknow Super Giants. Thereafter, Sooryavanshi tore apart the LSG bowling line-up as he slammed 93 from 38 balls to win the match for RR.

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  Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after 22 years as Man City draws with Bournemouth

  May 20, 2026 10:13 IST

  Arsenal have an unassailable lead of four points over Manchester City with just one round left as they become the Premier League champions for the first time after 22 years. This came after City played a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth.

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  Rajasthan Royals create T20 world record after chasing down 221 against LSG in Jaipur

  May 20, 2026 8:21 IST

  Led by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's ballistic 38-ball 93 and Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 53 from 38 deliveries, the Rajasthan Royals chased down 221 against the Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur. RR have created a huge T20 record with their win.

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  'We are a fu**ing good team': Rishabh Pant after LSG's ninth loss in IPL 2026 | WATCH

  May 20, 2026 7:51 IST

  Rishabh Pant's Lucknow Super Giants endured a ninth loss in the Indian Premier League 2026 after going down to the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. Pant described his team as a 'fu**ing good' despite being in the 10th spot in the IPL points table.

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  IPL 2026 updated points table after RR's stellar win over LSG as PBKS fall out of top four

  May 20, 2026 7:17 IST

  The Vaibhav Sooryavanshi storm swept Lucknow Super Giants away as the Rajasthan Royals bagged a crucial win at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Sooryavanshi hit 93 to help RR chase down 221 to keep their playoff hopes pretty much alive.

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  Carlos Alcaraz, two-time champion, opts out of Wimbledon 2026

  May 19, 2026 23:45 IST

  Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from Wimbledon 2026 due to a lingering wrist injury that also forced him out of the French Open. The two-time champion said he is recovering well but is still not ready to compete at the All England Club this year.

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  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi decimates LSG, Rajasthan enter top four as IPL 2026 playoffs scene intensifies

  May 19, 2026 23:25 IST

  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred in Rajasthan Royals’ thrilling chase against Lucknow Super Giants, smashing 93 off just 38 balls in Jaipur. RR chased down 221 comfortably to enter the IPL 2026 top four, keeping their playoff qualification hopes firmly in their own hands.

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  Virat Kohli reveals reason behind quitting India captaincy

  May 19, 2026 21:34 IST

  Virat Kohli revealed that the pressure of leading India across formats left him mentally and emotionally exhausted, prompting him to step down as captain. The former skipper also credited Rahul Dravid and Vikram Rathour for helping revive his Test form.

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  Why is Riyan Parag not playing for Rajasthan Royals' must-win game vs LSG in IPL 2026?

  May 19, 2026 19:44 IST

  Riyan Parag was unavailable for Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants after suffering a hamstring injury. Stand-in captain Yashasvi Jaiswal confirmed the setback at the toss, adding that Parag has been named only as an Impact Substitute option.