India and England are set to clash once again in a high-stakes T20 World Cup semifinal at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This will be their third successive meeting in a World Cup semifinal, and both teams are determined to secure a spot in the final against New Zealand. The match is scheduled to take place on Thursday evening, and with a packed crowd and a charged atmosphere, the Wankhede Stadium is expected to become a cauldron of noise and excitement. The venue holds deep

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 175-run spectacle in the U19 World Cup final has now become one of the most remarkable performances in cricket history. On February 6, 2026, at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, the young Indian cricketer turned heads with his explosive batting against England. The left-handed batsman reached his century in just 58 balls, making him the fastest to score a ton in a U19 World Cup final. As the match progressed, Sooryavanshi continued to dominate, eventually smashing 175

Cricket lost one of its most iconic and beloved figures as legendary umpire Dickie Bird passed away on September 23, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on April 19, 1933, in Barnsley, Yorkshire, Bird was not only an umpire but a symbol of the spirit of cricket, respected for his fairness, humanity, and ability to bring warmth to the game. The Yorkshire County Cricket Club confirmed his death with “profound sadness,” recognising him as a national treasure

Former England wicketkeeper-batter Jack Russell, once a fierce rival to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has traded his bat for a paintbrush, and he’s now making a name for himself as a full-time painter in London. After a career spanning from 1988 to 1998, Russell played 54 Tests and 40 ODIs for England, facing off against some of the biggest names in cricket, including Tendulkar, Anil Kumble, and Mohammad Azharuddin. However, these days, he is more lik

Juventus’ push for Champions League qualification suffered another blow on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by fellow contenders AS Roma in a tense clash at the Stadio Olimpico. The result leaves Juve in fifth place with 56 points, tied with fourth-placed Bologna in a crowded and competitive race for the final two Champions League spots. Manuel Locatelli opened the scoring for Juventus with a brilliant volley just before half-time, only for Eldor Shomurodov to equalize four minute

Qualcomm has unveiled its latest Snapdragon G Series lineup, introducing three new processors designed specifically for handheld gaming devices. The newly announced Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, Snapdragon G2 Gen 2, and Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 platforms aim to deliver enhanced performance, improved graphics, and superior connectivity for Android-based handheld consoles. These new chipsets mark a significant leap forward in Qualcomm’s efforts to dominate the handheld gaming market, offering a range o

Following India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory, Indian cricket head coach Gautam Gambhir is preparing for a fresh assignment as he gears up to join the India 'A' team ahead of the senior side's tour of England in June. According to reports, Gambhir will become the first-ever Team India head coach to accompany the India 'A' side for an overseas tour, breaking away from the conventional coaching trend. In recent years, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) ha

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu is set to lead India's challenge at the prestigious 2025 All England Open Badminton Championships, beginning in Birmingham on Tuesday. Sindhu, currently ranked 15th in the world, will be returning to the court for the first time since her last appearance at the Indonesia Masters in January. The All England Open, one of the most celebrated events in badminton’s history, will mark a crucial comeback for the Indian shuttler as she aims to reclaim her

The Church of England is once again embroiled in controversy following its General Synod meeting, which opted for a compromise in handling safeguarding and abuse complaints instead of establishing an independent oversight body. The decision has reignited concerns about institutional accountability, as survivors and advocacy groups continue to demand real reform.This move comes amid a growing crisis within the Church, which has faced multiple abuse scandals that have severely damaged its moral

Apple has officially launched its first product of the year, the iPhone 16e, on February 19, with pre-orders beginning on February 21. The latest addition to the iPhone lineup is set to go on sale starting February 28. In India, the iPhone 16e starts at ₹59,900, but Apple’s official distributor, Redington, has announced attractive offers, allowing customers to avail up to ₹10,000 in discounts.   iPhone 1

Sri Lanka’s cricket team pulled off a stunning 174-run win over Australia in the second and final ODI in Colombo, securing a series sweep with a 2-0 victory. Australia, chasing 282, were bowled out for a paltry 107, their lowest-ever total in Asia. The collapse was dramatic, as they lost their final seven wickets for just 28 runs.   Australia made several changes in their lineup, experimenting ahead of next week’s Champions Trophy. Despite using a variety of

Babar Azam, the Pakistan cricket team captain, has achieved a significant milestone during the final of the ODI tri-series against New Zealand at the National Stadium on Friday. He became the joint-fastest batter to reach 6,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), matching the record set by South African legend Hashim Amla, who also reached the mark in 123 innings.Babar’s achievement not only made him the joint-fastest to this landmark, but he also became the fastest Asian batter to s

Cricket fans were left shocked on Thursday when Rohit Sharma announced that Virat Kohli would miss the 1st ODI against England due to a sore right knee. This injury comes at a crucial time as India prepares for the Champions Trophy, which starts on February 19 in Pakistan. Kohli's knee issue emerged suddenly the night before the match, with some reports suggesting swelling in the joint.Kohli’s absence from the match against England raises concerns about his preparation for the Champ

Harshit Rana made an impressive debut in India's opening ODI against England in Nagpur, taking 3 wickets for 53 runs as India bowled out England for a modest 248. Despite strong contributions from Jos Buttler (52), Jacob Bethell (51), and Phil Salt (43), India’s disciplined bowling attack led by Rana and Ravindra Jadeja (3/26) controlled the innings.   Rana's debut, however, wasn’t without challenges. His first over saw Phil Salt attack him relentless

The BCCI has announced an updated squad for India’s three-match ODI series against England, set to begin on Thursday. The major change includes the inclusion of Varun Chakaravarthy, who was a standout performer in the recent T20I series against England, taking 14 wickets, including a five-wicket haul. His exceptional performance earned him the title of "Player of the Series." However, a major omission is that of Jasprit Bumrah, who has been named only for the third ODI, with H

India’s emphatic 4-1 series win over England was a testament to their aggressive, fearless brand of cricket, with head coach Gautam Gambhir praising his players for adopting a high-risk, high-reward approach. Gambhir emphasized the team's intention to regularly post 250-plus scores in T20Is, recognizing that such an aggressive strategy would occasionally lead to lower totals but ultimately set them up for greater rewards in the long run. India’s mindset to keep attacking, rega

India wrapped up the T20I series with a resounding 150-run victory over England at Wankhede, securing an emphatic 4-1 series win. The final match saw an explosive performance by Abhishek Sharma, whose fiery 135(54) propelled India to an imposing total of 247/9. England's response was lackluster, folding for just 97 in 11 overs against a sharp bowling display from the hosts. This comfortable win came after a tense series, where emotions ran high, and heated remarks were exchanged between t

Tamil Nadu’s professional boxer Sabari Jaishankar is set to headline the upcoming Super Fighter Series, an international boxing event scheduled for February 7 in Bangkok. Jaishankar, who is currently the WBC Middle East and WBC Australasia champion, will take on seasoned Thai boxer Rattakorn Tassaworn in an exciting match-up. Jaishankar is not the only Indian boxer participating in this high-profile event. His fellow countrymen, Laldinsanga and Vanlalawmpuia, both from Mizoram

India’s Smriti Mandhana has risen to second place in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings after a remarkable series against Ireland, where she scored 135 in the third ODI and contributed with 41 and 73 runs in the first two matches. With 738 points, Mandhana is now only behind South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, who leads the rankings with 773 points. Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu follows in third with 733 points. Mandhana is currently the only Indian player in the top 10 of

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who recently suffered from back spasms, is likely to be rested for most of India’s home white-ball series against England. The move is part of a strategy to ensure Bumrah’s fitness ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, which starts on February 19. Bumrah, who had an outstanding performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, claiming 32 wickets, was unable to bowl in the final innings due to the injury. His back spasms are believed to be linked to his heavy