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29 May

Evidence-Based Inclusion: ICC Sets Blueprint for Global Representation in 2026 World Cup Officiating

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced an all-female panel of match officials for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. This landmark decision marks the third consecutive edition of the tournament to feature an entirely female officiating team, underscoring cricket's ongoing commitment to diversity and gender equality. A total of 14 umpires and four match referees have been selected to manage the 33 highly anticipated matches. The tournament is scheduled to take place across various venue locations in England and Wales, kicking off on June 12. The 2026 lineup introduces fresh talent alongside seasoned veterans. Four officials—Candace La…

28 May

Djokovic, 39 and Battle-Scarred, Shrugs Off Rust to Win French Open Opener in Four Sets

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Just two days ago, his age touched the mark of 39. His body has been plagued by one injury after another. For the past 8 months, instead of being on the court, he had to spend time in a rehabilitation center. Before the start of the French Open, he had played only a single warm-up match. Despite all of this, there hasn't been a shred of impact on Novak Djokovic's confidence in his game. Although stepping into a major tournament after a long hiatus is difficult, the Serbian star has full faith in himself. Keeping the goal of winning a…

26 May

AIFF Signs Partnership with Estonian Vision SparkObjective to provide international exposure to Indian footballers

PreetiSports

A landmark agreement has been formally signed today between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Estonia's Vision Spark. The partnership was announced at a joint press conference organized in Guwahati today. AIFF stated that this partnership with the Estonian organization—which has an elite representative status—aims to strengthen Indian football from the grassroots level through infrastructure, international training, and exposure.Furthermore, under this agreement, Vision Spark and AIFF will jointly provide professional support, coaching, and management to Indian footballers (specifically youth levels and academies). It will create a pathway to integrate local talent with international standards.The primary objective of this collaboration…

24 May

Haripada Kumar Memorial Ranking Badminton Tournament Continues in Nagaon

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Under the aegis of the Assam Badminton Association, the Haripada Kumar Memorial Yonex-Sunrise 3rd All Assam Ranking Badminton Tournament is underway in full swing at the Indoor Stadium of the Nagaon Sports Association, courtesy of the association.In this five-day tournament, featuring over 600 male and female players from a total of 20 districts, Harshita Borah of Nagaon, Ananya Chaliha of Tinsukia, Adrika Borah of Jorhat, and Adrisha Gogoi of Sivasagar have secured their spots in the semifinals in the Girls' Under-9 singles category so far.On the other hand, in the Boys' category, Divyanshu Mahanta of Naharkatia, Devanga Saikia of Digboi,…

14 Apr

PCB Slaps Two-Year Ban on KKR Pacer Blessing Muzarabani for Choosing IPL over PSL

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially handed a two-year ban to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani, prohibiting him from participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) until 2028. The disciplinary action follows the Zimbabwean pacer’s decision to withdraw from his binding contract with Islamabad United to join the IPL as a replacement player. Muzarabani, who had originally signed with the Pakistan-based franchise after going unsold in the initial auction, pivoted to the Knight Riders in March to replace Bangladesh's Mustafizur Rahman. In a stern statement released on Tuesday, the PCB characterized the move as a blatant…

30 Mar

PSL Scandal: Shaheen Afridi’s Lahore Qalandars Penalized for Ball Tampering in High-Stakes Clash

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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 has been rocked by a major integrity crisis after Lahore Qalandars were found guilty of ball tampering during a tense encounter against Karachi Kings at the Gaddafi Stadium. The controversy unfolded on Sunday night, March 29, just before the start of the final over. With Karachi Kings needing 14 runs to win, cameras captured a huddle involving captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Fakhar Zaman, during which the players were seen handling the ball in a suspicious manner. On-field umpire Faisal Afridi immediately intervened, and after a thorough inspection and consultation with fellow…

25 Mar

The Expectation Trap: Is Rishabh Pant Struggling Under the Weight of His Own Audacity?

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As the 2026 cricket season intensifies, the narrative surrounding India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has taken a critical turn, with former cricketers and analysts suggesting he has become a "prisoner of his own reputation." Following a string of low scores in recent high-stakes matches, including the early stages of the current IPL season, experts argue that the very traits that made Pant a global phenomenon—his fearless aggression and unorthodox stroke-play—are now being weaponized against him by savvy opposition bowlers. The critique centers on the idea that Pant feels an internal and external pressure to perform the "miraculous" in every innings,…

02 Mar

IPL 2026 preparations for Dhoni and the CSK team begin in Chennai

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In Chennai, current team captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, former India and Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, and a number of other team players held their first practice session in anticipation of the 2026 Indian Premier League. Several Indian players reported for duty as the five-time winners set up camp at the team's high-performance center. Ayush Mhatre, Mukesh Choudhary, Rahul Chahar, Urvil Patel, Ramakrishna Ghosh, and Sarfaraz Khan were among those in attendance. As preparations picked up speed, the team posted images from the practice that showed Dhoni and Gaikwad batting in adjacent nets. Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma, two…

28 Feb

Jammu and Kashmir Win Maiden Ranji Trophy Title

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In a historic moment for Indian domestic cricket, Jammu and Kashmir scripted a fairytale ending to their season by clinching their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, defeating heavyweights Mumbai in a thrilling final that will be remembered for generations. This landmark victory marks the culmination of years of perseverance and structural development within the region's cricketing circuit, as the team overcame immense logistical challenges and limited infrastructure to stand at the pinnacle of the sport. The final match saw a masterclass in grit and determination, with the J&K bowlers dismantling a formidable Mumbai batting lineup in the fourth innings to secure…

19 Jan

Australian Open: First-round loss ends Venus Williams’ campaign

Banasree SarkarSports

At the John Cain Arena in Melbourne, seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams' remarkable comeback to the Australian Open ended in a first-round loss to Olga Danilovic of Serbia, 6-7, 6-3, 6-4. The Melbourne crowd enthusiastically cheered Williams on during her first-round match, making her the oldest player to compete in the Australian Open in the Open Era at 45. Against the 24-year-old Danilovic, the American displayed moments of her signature strength but was unable to maintain momentum over the course of three sets. Danilovic retaliated more consistently from the baseline in the second set after Williams won a close…