Sourav Ganguly said India have picked a balanced squad for the T20 World Cup which has the wherewithal to land the trophy after a gap of 17 years. India's lone triumph in the T20 World Cup came in 2007, the inaugural edition held in South Africa. Kohli is the current Orange Cap holder in this IPL with 634 runs from 12 matches, averaging 70.44 and at an impressive strike-rate of 153.51, which is significantly higher than his career rate of 134.31.

BCCI secretary Jay Shah disclosed that chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar made the decision to exclude Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer from central contracts due to their absence from domestic matches. Shah emphasised the importance of prioritizing domestic cricket for Indian players, despite any individual player's performance in the IPL.

Joselus late double helps Los Blancos produce another unthinkable Champions League comeback to beat Bayern Munich, set up final againstBorussia Dortmund

LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen having a heated discussion with KL Rahul after they were thrashed by SRH. Among the top eight run-getters in the ongoing IPL season, Rahul has the worst strike-rate batting inside the top three.

Mohammed Siraj picked up 3/43 for RCB, while there were two wickets apiece for Swapnil Singh, Lockie Ferguson and Karn Sharma.

Virat Kohli, former captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, has become the second player to amass over 600 runs in four separate IPL seasons. In a match against Punjab Kings, Kohli scored 92 runs off 47 balls, with a strike rate of 195.74. This impressive performance solidified his position in the Orange Cap standings, with an average of 70.44 and a strike rate of 153.51. Kohli's batting brilliance this season includes a century and five fifties. He has also scored 1,000 runs against Punjab King

The 26-year-old Indian javelin superstar, who is also the reigning world and Asian Games champion, will be up against the likes of former world champion Anderson Peters of Grenada and Olympic and world-medallist Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic. Asian Games silver-medallist and his compatriot Kishore Jena will also be in the fray as he makes his Diamond League debut. Jena has a personal best of 87.54m while Chopra's all-time best is 89.94m, which is also the national record.

KL Rahul's future as Lucknow Super Giants skipper is uncertain after a disappointing performance in the IPL, with speculation that he might step down and focus on batting for the remaining two games. While there's no official decision yet, management may not mind if Rahul chooses to relinquish the captaincy. Videos of owner Sanjiv Goenka's conversation with Rahul circulated after their loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting frustration over poor performances. Rahul's batting in the Powerplay

Kylian Mbappe is set to play his last game for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at Parc des Princes against Toulouse after their Champions League elimination. This marks the end of his seven-year spell without winning the elite European competition. The 25-year-old intends to depart when his contract expires. PSG, already Ligue 1 champions, aim to win the French Cup final after facing Toulouse.

Sunrisers Hyderabad openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma tore apart the bowlers of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with some unreal batting to record a 10-wicket victory and chase down the target of 166 runs in just 9.4 overs on Wednesday at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

USA Cricket chairman Pisike foresees T20 WC boosting cricket in the USA, with Corey Anderson in the team. New York readies for India-Pakistan match. Seeking BCCI collaboration for player training post-event.

With 13 matches remaining in IPL 2024, uncertainty looms as no team except Mumbai Indians is guaranteed a playoff spot. Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals have a 36% chance of topping the table individually, with slim playoff hopes. Sunrisers Hyderabad's recent win significantly boosted their chances to nearly 94%, while Delhi Capitals' odds of reaching the playoffs stand just below 50%. Mumbai Indians are definitively out of contention, with calculations based on 8,192 possible match ou

Tiger Woods has been appointed to a five-member subcommittee by the PGA Tour, tasked with negotiating with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) regarding LIV Golf. The subcommittee, which also includes PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan and others, will handle negotiations as PIF seeks to become a minority investor. This comes amidst efforts to strike a deal with Saudi backers of LIV Golf. Rory McIlroy's attempt to rejoin the board was unsuccessful, with Webb Simpson retaining his position after boar

Former England cricket player Monty Panesar has opted to retreat from his brief venture into politics, pulling out as a parliamentary contender for George Galloway's Workers Party of Great Britain after merely a week. The 42-year-old, formerly renowned for his cricketing prowess with England, had his candidacy unveiled amidst much anticipation in Westminster the previous week, intending to vie for the Ealing Southall seat in West London in the upcoming general election.

Courtney Walsh, Dilip Vengsarkar, and Rudra Pratap Singh launch Big Cricket League (BCL) with franchises. Vengsarkar is the League Commissioner, aiming to provide local cricketers a platform to shine alongside their heroes.

T20 World Cup: Disney+ Hotstar announced that Indian smartphone users can stream the ICC Mens T20 Cricket World Cup for free on their OTT platform, following the success of a similar model during the ODI World Cup and Asia Cup. The T20 World Cup 2024 will be held in the USA and the Caribbean, featuring 20 teams across multiple venues. Scheduled to start on June 2, shortly after the Indian Premier League, the event is highly anticipated by fans, especially those supporting the Indian cricket team

ICC partners with Sky for a 5-year deal in New Zealand, broadcasting various ICC events until 2028, including World Cups, T20 World Cups, and more, ensuring New Zealanders can watch live cricket.

Bayern Munich, led by Harry Kane, seek Champions League success amidst coaching turmoil. Struggling to secure a stable coach, they face Real Madrid in a crucial semi-final, aiming for a spot at Wembley.

India dominated the Asian Open Pickleball Championship in Vietnam, clinching three gold and two bronze medals across various categories, showcasing exceptional talent and skill on the court.

Rinku Singh KKR: Rinku Singh has won the heart of the whole nation not just with his surreal cricketing skills, but also with the kind of person he is.

The Indian cricket team unveiled its fresh jersey for the T20 World Cup 2024, stirring excitement among fans. Adidas, the official kit sponsor, revealed the vibrant blue design with saffron accents. Available from May 7th, the players' edition costs Rs. 5,999, while the fan edition is priced at Rs. 999. The tournament, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, kicks off on June 2nd. India faces Ireland on June 5th in their opening match.