Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spinner Digvesh Rathi has emerged as one of the most exciting new talents in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. While his bowling has consistently delivered crucial wickets for LSG, it’s his post-wicket celebrations that have unexpectedly become a talking point—and not always for the right reasons. Rathi, who was acquired for a modest INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 mega auction, has proved to be a valuable asset for the Lucknow franchise.

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are setting the tone for the IPL 2025 season in remarkable fashion, and their latest triumph against the Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede has etched a new chapter in the tournament's history. Under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, RCB have become the first team ever to defeat three powerhouses—Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), and Mumbai Indians (MI)—on their home grounds in a single season under the same captain. Only on

Following Mumbai Indians' (MI) high-octane defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), MI skipper Hardik Pandya offered a candid explanation for his side’s tactical shifts and batting collapse. The match, played at the Wankhede Stadium, saw RCB set a formidable target of 222 runs, and while MI launched a strong counterattack led by Tilak Varma and Pandya himself, they ultimately fell short. In the post-match presentation, Hardik d

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

In a surprising move that has stunned Indian domestic cricket circles, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has decided to part ways with Mumbai and join Goa for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) confirmed on Wednesday that they had accepted Jaiswal’s request to transfer, marking the end of a significant chapter in the 23-year-old's career. Jaiswal, who has risen through the ranks of Mumbai cricket to become a national team regular, revealed in an interview

The La Liga title race is as intense as ever with only three points separating Barcelona and Real Madrid at the top of the table. Adding a fascinating sub-plot to the championship pursuit is the race for the Pichichi trophy, where Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski currently leads with 25 goals, closely followed by Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid with 22. As both clubs prepare for crucial weekend fixtures, their top scorers are also stepping up in spectacular fashion.  

Ahead of their highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash, a humorous exchange between India stars Rohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur lit up social media, offering fans a lighter moment amid fierce cricketing competition. The interaction, captured and shared by the Mumbai Indians’ official social handles, showed the strong camaraderie between the two players—reaffirming that humor and sportsmanship often go hand-in-hand in cricket. As Mumbai Indians prepare to face off against Lucknow Super G

Liam Lawson has vowed to prove his place in Formula One after a sudden and unexpected demotion from Red Bull Racing just two races into the 2025 season. The 23-year-old New Zealander, who failed to score points in his brief stint with the main Red Bull team, will now return to Red Bull’s sister team RB, replacing Yuki Tsunoda ahead of this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. Lawson admitted during a press briefing on Thursday that the decision came as a shock, describing the

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is preparing to announce its annual central contracts for the senior men’s cricket team in April, with significant changes expected across various categories. Among the most talked-about developments is the anticipated return of Shreyas Iyer to the list after a notable absence last year due to multiple controversies. Iyer, who captains Punjab Kings in the IPL, had been dropped from the BCCI's central contracts in the 2023-24 cycle. Ho

Club America and Cruz Azul, two of Mexico’s most decorated football clubs, faced off in a tightly contested Clasico Joven in the first leg of the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals, resulting in a 0-0 draw. The match was held at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes in Mexico City, bringing together the top two ranked teams in the Concacaf Club Rankings and setting the stage for an intense battle. Despite the lack of goals, the match was rich in drama and highlighted by t

Dennis Rodman, born on May 13, 1961, in Trenton, New Jersey, is a retired American professional basketball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest rebounders and defenders in NBA history. Known equally for his colorful persona and unmatched hustle on the court, Rodman's journey from obscurity to global fame is both unconventional and inspiring. Rodman's basketball career took off when he was discovered while playing at Southeastern Oklahoma State University, an N

The Rs 27 crore investment made by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in acquiring Rishabh Pant for the IPL 2025 season is rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about decisions in the tournament. After three matches, Pant's underwhelming performances with the bat and some debatable captaincy calls have drawn strong reactions from fans and cricket analysts alike. The narrative online has already labeled the dynamic wicketkeeper-batter as a “Rs 27 crore flop,” highlighting the immense

Paris Saint-Germain pulled off a dramatic comeback on Tuesday night to defeat Ligue 2 underdogs Dunkerque 4-2 in the semi-finals of the French Cup, securing their place in next month’s final. The defending champions were given a major scare by the second-tier side, who stormed into a shock 2-0 lead inside the first half hour. But PSG’s star-studded squad eventually took control, with Ousmane Dembele leading the charge with two goals in a game played in Lille, due to stadium restri

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — One of college sports’ most iconic rivalries is set to write a new chapter on an even grander stage. On Friday, in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament Sweet 16, Duke and North Carolina will face off for the very first time in tournament history. The game, which tips off at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN as part of the Birmingham Regional 2 semifinals, will be the third meeting between the two programs this season — but the first ever in March Madness. For a

Mahendra Singh Dhoni once again proved why he is regarded as one of the finest wicketkeepers in cricket history with a stunning 0.12-second stumping of Suryakumar Yadav during an IPL 2025 match. Despite being 43 years old and nearing the end of his career, Dhoni’s lightning-fast reflexes on Sunday night left cricket enthusiasts and experts in awe. The iconic cricketer, who retired from international cricket five years ago, continues to play as a player for Chennai Super Kings after succ

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a generous Rs 58 crore prize money for the Indian cricket team following their triumphant victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. On March 9, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, Team India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the thrilling final held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This victory marked India's third Champions Trophy title, following their previous triumphs in 2002 and 2013. The win further ce

Like all iconic stories that blur the lines between myth and reality, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has a fascinating origin that began with an ambitious prediction on the front page of a Rajasthan newspaper. On December 4, 2003, Rajasthan residents woke up to a bold forecast in two major Hindi dailies: 'BJP 120-plus; bye-bye Ashok Gehlot.' By the evening of the same day, that prediction had come true. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured 120 seats in the Rajasthan assembly elec

Indian badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen are set to continue their quest for top form at the Swiss Open 2025 in Basel, starting Tuesday. The USD 250,000 BWF Super 300 tournament will witness a strong Indian presence across multiple categories. Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, seeded seventh, will face compatriot Malvika Bansod in a much-anticipated opening-round clash. This intriguing encounter between India's top female shuttlers will highlight the battle of experience versu

Sourav Ganguly, former Indian cricket team captain, grabbed headlines with his surprise role as a cop in the promotional video for Netflix’s web series 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter'. In the recently released promo, Ganguly appears in a police uniform, acting out various scenes under the director’s guidance. In one standout moment, when asked by the director to display aggression, Ganguly recalls his infamous history with former India coach Greg Chappell — a reference

In a spectacular display of cricketing excellence, India Masters claimed the inaugural International Masters League (IML) 2025 title by defeating West Indies Masters by six wickets in the grand finale held at the SVNS International Stadium. The thrilling match, played before a roaring crowd of nearly 50,000 fans, saw Sachin Tendulkar lead his side to a memorable victory. The IML final was a nostalgic treat for cricket lovers as it revived the magic of cricket's golden era. India Masters d