Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. (PTI Photo) Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head produced an extraordinary performance against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, stitching together a record partnership in the IPL.Earlier, Ryan Rickelton’s sensational 123 off 62 balls, along with a blazing opening stand with Will Jacks (46), powered Mumbai Indians to a massive 243/5…
Kolkata: Called a classic, there’s a reference to his US Open five-setter against Marcos Baghdatis early in Andre Agassi’s biography. Agassi won and was flat out on his back in the locker room when he noticed Baghdatis extending his hand. “I reach out, take his hand and we remain this way, holding hands, as the…
There are some bouts that show the class of a wrestler. For Sujeet Kalkal, his fight against Iran’s Rahman Amouzadkhali, the Paris Olympics silver medallist, gave a glimpse of his talent and ability. At the World Championships last year, Sujeet lost 5–6 to Amouzad, who eventually won the 65kg category world title, but he made…
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant dropped his new Nike JA‑4 signature basketball shoes, posting pictures of the sneakers on Instagram on April 24 (Friday). Instead of going for a big-time launch, Morant changed course and posted about the sneakers on social media. Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) is recovering from a Grade 1 strain…
The Athletics Federation of India’s circular making it “mandatory for athletes to obtain prior approval from the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) before entering into any agreement or contractual arrangement with any sponsor or third party” led to much chatter. The latest commotion seems to be caused by the movement of star middle-distance runner Gulveer…
Pune, India’s women’s table tennis team rose to the occasion in a high-stakes group encounter, edging Ukraine 3-2 in a pulsating contest to keep their ITTF World Team Championships Finals qualification hopes on track here on Wednesday. World Team TT C’ship Finals: Women paddlers beat Ukraine 3-2 in thriller The victory also placed them in…
Ryan Rickelton celebrates after his maiden IPL hundred. (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Ryan Rickelton announced his return to the playing XI in spectacular fashion, smashing the fastest century in Mumbai Indians history during their IPL 2026 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.The South African opener raced to his maiden IPL…
NEW DELHI: India suffered a narrow 2-3 defeat against China in their final Group A tie of the Thomas Cup Finals on Wednesday, signing off the league stage with a loss despite already securing a quarterfinal berth.The 2022 champions found themselves under pressure early after Lakshya Sen and the star doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy…
Justin Simmons’ wife apparently saw his retirement coming for days before the Denver Broncos icon announced his decision. On Wednesday, the star safety revealed that he is looking forward to his next chapter in life. However, he will continue to cheer for his team in Empower Field at Mile High. Not just as a player,…
Quinton de Kock misses out against Sunrisers Hyderabad Quinton de Kock has missed today’s match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Mumbai. Hardik Pandya confirmed that Ryan Rickelton will replace him in tonight’s fixture. Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.During the…
