Ajinkya Rahane scored only 8 runs from 10 balls during the KKR vs SRH match in the IPL. (ANI) Ajinkya Rahane is not one to be explosive behind the microphone. That changed, a wee bit, on Thursday after Kolkata Knight Riders skipper addressed the media after their 65-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing…
Sanju Samson and Yuvraj Singh Yuvraj Singh has revealed how a crucial conversation with Sanju Samson helped shape the wicketkeeper-batter’s turnaround, especially during a difficult phase in his career.Speaking on a podcast with Sports Tak, Yuvraj reflected on Samson’s struggles, pointing out that a string of failures forced the batter to rethink his approach. Watch…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday heaped praise on Sanju Samson, highlighting the batter’s match-winning impact during India’s triumphant ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign.Addressing Keralam karyakartas, Modi pointed to Samson’s performances under pressure as a lesson in focus and temperament. “Today cricket season is going on, and for the people of Kerala, this…
MS Dhoni, Kapil Dev and Yuvraj Singh NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has publicly apologised to two of Indian cricket’s most iconic captains, Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, distancing himself from controversial remarks made by his father Yograj Singh.Speaking on a podcast, Yuvraj addressed the issue directly, making it clear that he does…
Gautam Gambhir and Yuvraj Singh NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has credited head coach Gautam Gambhir’s unwavering belief in his methods as the key reason behind India’s T20 World Cup triumph, saying the former opener’s clarity and courage under pressure made the difference.Speaking on Sports Tak, Yuvraj shed light on Gambhir’s coaching philosophy,…
LUCKNOW: Digvesh Rathi grabbed everyone’s attention in the previous edition of IPL 2025 with his impeccable bowling and extravagant celebrations that led to censures and fines. There is no doubt that he will be under the scanner in IPl 2026 too, both for his skills and behaviour, but the mystery spinner remains committed to helping…
Rohit Sharma and Ayush Mhatre (Agency Image) Young batter Ayush Mhatre has opened up about a memorable meeting with his idol Rohit Sharma, describing it as a “dream day” that left a lasting impression on him. Mhatre’s admiration for Rohit has been well known. Earlier, he had even written an emotional note after losing his…
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, left, and Sanju Samson. (AP Photo) Chennai Super Kings will need a marked improvement across all departments when they take on Punjab Kings in their first home game of the IPL 2026 on Friday. Their campaign began on a disappointing note with a comprehensive defeat to Rajasthan Royals in…
Punjab Kings’ captain Shreyas Iyer winces in pain after getting hit by a shot from batting partner Cooper Connolly (AP Photo/Ashwini Bhatia) There is cautious optimism around Shreyas Iyer’s availability as Punjab Kings prepare to face Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.Iyer suffered a painful blow to his…
File Pic: Shreyas Iyer and MS Dhoni (Image credit: IPL) CHENNAI: There was a time when taking on Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium was a daunting task for the visiting IPL teams. Over the past year, the fortress has slowly begun to lose its fangs.The five-time champions, who managed just one win…
