“ Delhi mein dil tooth sakta hai par humne kabhi hausla nahi haraa (Delhi can break your heart but I never lost hope).” These were an emotional Harshit Rana’s first words after learning about his maiden call-up in the Indian ODI team comprising icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The 22-year-old speedster from Delhi’s South…
NEW DELHI: Axar Patel‘s knack of taking wickets and scoring crucial runs when chips were down for the team made him the most valuable player in India’s victorious T20 World Cup campaign.Axar showcased his all-round abilities during the recent World Cup. He proved to be a valuable asset to the team with his bowling prowess,…
While the Olympic Games can put some of the best athletes under pressure, quite a few have managed to rise above all of it and produce their absolute best on the biggest stage. Ahead of the Paris 2024 Games, here’s a look at Olympic records that are also the world records in their respective disciplines:…
NEW DELHI: Star Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad has been dropped from India’s squad for the upcoming T20I series against Sri Lanka, causing an uproar on social media. With the Chennai Super Kings captain scoring 133 runs in three innings during India’s T20 series against Zimbabwe, his omission has shocked many fans and experts alike.The Board…
Tamil Nadu senior selection committee member Rahil Shah (4-0-13-3) brought his experience to the fore to help Chepauk Super Gillies beat SKM Salem Spartans by 23 runs as the curtains came down on the Coimbatore leg of the TNPL at the Sri Ramakrishna College ground here on Thursday. Chasing 157, Spartans’ top-order struggled against left-arm…
NEW DELHI: Ollie Pope capitalized on his good fortune, scoring 121 runs to propel England to a formidable 416 all out on the opening day of the second Test against West Indies at Trent Bridge on Thursday.Despite being dropped twice, on 46 and 54, Pope crafted his sixth Test century, building upon Ben Duckett’s scintillating…
It need not be strictly in the viewpoint of a gourmet alone. But even then, the Olympic Games—the ultimate in sporting excellence and entertainment—is a veritable feast. And as one digs in through the pages of history, the mystique which surrounds the quadrennial extravaganza is certain to tease and pamper the taste buds much like…
NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as the captain of the Indian T20 team. The announcement was made on Thursday, confirming the 33-year-old’s leadership role for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka.Suryakumar will be at the helm of a 15-player squad that is set to play three T20 international matches against the Sri Lankan…
Ollie Pope rode his luck to a hundred as England ended the first day of the second Test against West Indies at Trent Bridge on Thursday in a commanding position at 416 all out. Both sides had reason to feel frustrated, with West Indies dropping four catches – Pope was reprieved twice – and wicketkeeper…
NEW DELHI: Harshit Rana, a 22-year-old fast bowler from South Extension, Delhi, expressed his unwavering determination upon receiving his first call-up to the Indian ODI team, which includes renowned players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In an emotional statement, he said, “Delhi mein dil tooth sakta hai par humne kabhi hausla nahi haraa (Delhi…
