Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee has expressed strong support for Mayank Yadav to be included in India's squad for the upcoming Test series against Australia, particularly if seasoned pacer Mohammed Shami is unavailable. With India set to defend the Border-Gavaskar Trophy while aiming for a third consecutive World Test Championship final, questions loom over Shami's fitness after a prolonged absence from international cricket. Lee emphasized the significance of pace i

The Women’s T20 World Cup will see a new champion this year as New Zealand Women defeated the 2016 champions, West Indies Women, in the semi-final match on Friday. The White Ferns will face South Africa in the final on Sunday, following South Africa's earlier victory over Australia in the first semi-final. Chasing a target of 129 runs, the West Indies were restricted to 120 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in Sharjah. The West Indies' bowling attack initially showed prom

India's exit from the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 has sparked significant debate around the future of the team and its leadership. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has come under fire after the team's disappointing performances against New Zealand and Australia, leading to questions about her captaincy. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly planning to convene a meeting with head coach Amol Muzumdar and the selection committee to discuss the team's fu

Team India suffered a surprising nine-run defeat to Australia in their final Group A match of the Women's T20 World Cup held in Sharjah on Sunday, significantly harming their chances of advancing to the semi-finals. The outcome now hinges on the result of the match between Pakistan and New Zealand, which will ultimately determine the fate of captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her team. In this crucial match, India restricted the defending champions to 151/8

Australia is set to face Pakistan in a crucial Group A match at the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 in Dubai. The defending champions are riding high after a commanding 60-run victory over New Zealand in their previous encounter. Conversely, Pakistan comes into this match looking to bounce back after suffering a disappointing six-wicket defeat against arch-rivals India. For Pakistan, this match is vital as they aim to secure a significant win against Australia to keep their hopes of

England cricket star Joe Root made history on Day 2 of the first Test match against Pakistan in Multan by becoming the first batter to score 5000 runs in the World Test Championship (WTC). Root achieved this milestone after scoring 32 runs off 54 balls, including two fours. Coming into the match needing just 27 runs, he now holds a total of 5005 runs in 59 matches, outpacing Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, who is second with 3904 runs, and Steve Smith, who sits third with 3484 runs.

Team India's campaign in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 hit a rough patch following their opening loss to New Zealand. Despite bouncing back with a convincing victory over Pakistan in their second match, the road to semi-final qualification remains fraught with challenges. As New Zealand prepares to face Australia, Team India finds itself rooting for the White Ferns to enhance their chances of progressing in the tournament. India's prospects for moving beyond the group s

Udhayanidhi Stalin, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, is expected to be promoted to the position of Deputy Chief Minister, according to sources. A formal announcement from Governor RN Ravi’s office is anticipated later today. Speculation about his elevation has been circulating for months, with party insiders suggesting it aims to bolster the DMK’s leadership in preparation for the 2026 Assembly elections. Having played a pivotal role in the DMK’s rec

Pawan Kalyan, the newly appointed Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has achieved a remarkable milestone in his role. On August 23rd, under his leadership, the Panchayat Raj department orchestrated an unprecedented event, conducting 13,326 Grama Sabhas across the state in a single day. This massive undertaking aimed to enhance the implementation of government programs at the grassroots level and address local concerns efficiently. The

As the Indian cricket team prepares for their Test series against Bangladesh starting September 19, all eyes will be on Virat Kohli, who is on the verge of a remarkable achievement. With his retirement from T20Is, Kohli will be seen exclusively in Tests and ODIs, and his performance in the upcoming series could secure him a significant milestone. Kohli, who has already amassed 80 international centuries, is now just 58 runs away from becoming the first cricketer in the 147-year history of int

In a pivotal Intercontinental Cup 2024 clash held in Hyderabad, India trails 0-1 against Syria, with Mahmoud Al Aswad scoring the lone goal in the seventh minute. This match is crucial for India, who are aiming for their second consecutive title and third overall in the tournament. New coach Manolo Marquez, who is managing his second game for the team, faces a significant challenge against the 93rd-ranked Syria. India's performance in the tournament has been underwhelming so far

The Forbes World Billionaires annual list for 2024 has revealed that 25 new names from India have joined the ranks of the world's wealthiest, bringing the total number of Indian billionaires to 200. This surge in wealth is seen as a product of the Narendra Modi era, which has coincided with significant economic shifts, including the COVID-19 pandemic, reverse migration, and a crisis in agriculture. Despite these challenges, the nation has witnessed a remarkable rise in billionaires, promp

Samit Dravid, the son of former Indian cricket captain and current head coach Rahul Dravid, has been included in the India U-19 squad for a highly anticipated multi-format series against Australia. This series includes a three-match one-day series in Puducherry and two four-day matches in Chennai. However, despite this selection, Samit will be ineligible for the 2026 U-19 World Cup as he will be over 20 years old by then. Currently, Samit is participating in the KSCA Maharaja T20 Tr

In recent months, CM Chandrababu Naidu has focused on driving investment into Andhra Pradesh, engaging with global entities such as the World Bank and Brookfield Corporation, and exploring opportunities in EV and alternative energy sectors. His latest push involves a significant meeting with Godrej Industries, where he discussed a potential Rs 2800 crore investment for pesticide manufacturing in Amarava

In a significant political move, Thalapathy Vijay, a major figure in the Tamil film industry, has officially launched the flag and symbol of his newly established party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. The unveiling event showcased a flag featuring a red and yellow color scheme with flower and elephant symbols. This marks a crucial step in Vijay's transition from cinema to politics. During the e

The central government has recently announced a major financial boost for Andhra Pradesh, with Rs 15,000 crore set to be provided through multilateral agencies to support the development of Amaravati, the state’s capital. This announcement has swiftly moved towards action, as evidenced by the meeting between a four-member World Bank delegation and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, along with members of the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA). This meeting is a