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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s record-shattering IPL 2026 campaign has sparked one of Indian cricket’s biggest selection debates. The 15-year-old batting sensation from Bihar’s Samastipur amassed 776 runs in 16 matches at a staggering strike rate of 237.31, while smashing a record 72 sixes during the season.The extraordinary run has prompted…

Magnus Carlsen, R Praggnanandhaa, Divya Deshmukh, and D Gukesh (Photo by Michal Walusza for Norway Chess) NEW DELHI: If you turn the pages of an English dictionary to find the meaning of the word “cliché”, it will tell you that a cliché is nothing but a phrase or an idea that has been so overused…

Atlanta Falcons are reportedly locking in one of its top offensive weapons, with Drake London agreeing to a four-year extension. Drake London have agreed to terms on a massive new contract extension, as he gets a four-year deal at Atlanta Falcons. (Getty Images via AFP) NFL insider Ian Rapoport broke the contract extension news on…

As the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks get underway on Wednesday, Victor Wembanyama is set to spearhead the San Antonio Spurs’ championship push with expectations soaring around the French phenom. Victor Wembanyama rumored to feature on the cover of NBA 2K27. (Getty Images via AFP) Yet, just ahead of the series, a fresh…

Key quotes from the 10th day of the French Open at Roland Garros on Tuesday: Who said what: French Open day 10 “No chance. The gold medal for me is the most difficult thing to win, because you get a chance once every four years. It’s special in a way that there is so little…

Oslo, Young Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa delivered another stunning blow to hometown hero and world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, defeating the Norwegian in classical chess for the second time at Norway Chess 2026 on Tuesday to dramatically strengthen his bid to become the first Indian champion of the prestigious tournament. Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa beats Carlsen…

Alexander Zverev breezed past Rafael Jodar to stay on course for an elusive Grand Slam title at the French Open, while Joao Fonseca’s scintillating run came to an end in the quarter-finals on Tuesday. Zverev powers into French Open semis as Fonseca run ends Zverev, the highest-ranked player left in the men’s draw, put an…

Victor Wembanyama is making a lasting impression in his first playoff run, inspiring awe-struck comments from his opponents on the eve of the NBA Finals opener. Knicks, Brunson in awe of ‘unbelievable’ Wembanyama Wembanyama, in only his third NBA season, will lead the San Antonio Spurs against the New York Knicks when the best-of-seven championship…

The long-rumored transfer of AJ Brown to the Patriots was completed on Monday, bringing the veteran wideout back together with Mike Vrabel in a move that had appeared inevitable for days. Just a day after the blockbuster deal became official, AJ Brown suited up for his first practice in New England Patriots. (Getty Images via…

By landing Myles Garrett in a headline-grabbing trade with the Browns, the Rams have strengthened their case as serious contenders for a Super Bowl appearance. The Rams boosted their Super Bowl hopes by acquiring Myles Garrett from the Browns. (AP Photo/David Dermer) The trade package included Jared Verse heading to Cleveland along with a 2027…