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  India reached the 30-medal mark at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, following a highly productive Day 7 campaign on September 26. The Indian contingent had collected four gold medals, 12 silver medals and 14 bronze medals by the end of the day, with cricket, kabaddi and shooting making significant contributions to the medal haul. The achievement highlighted India's strong performance across multiple sporting disciplines. The country's two kabaddi teams produced a golden double, while India's women's cricket team and a shooting mixed team had already secured gold earlier in the Games. India Reaches 30 Medals at Asian Games 2026 India's medal tally reached 30 medals after the country added seven medals on September 26. The haul included two gold, three silver and two bronze medals. The two gold medals came from kabaddi, where both the men's and women's teams defeated Iran in their respective finals. India moved into 10th position in the overall m...

  The biggest question among Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fans ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season is: who will captain the franchise? After years of success under MS Dhoni, CSK have entered a new era, with several leadership changes taking place over the past few seasons. As things stand, Ruturaj Gaikwad remains the leading candidate to captain Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2027. The stylish opener was appointed CSK captain ahead of IPL 2024 after MS Dhoni stepped down from the role, and he continues to be viewed as the franchise’s long-term leadership option. With former India pacer Zaheer Khan recently appointed as CSK’s head coach for IPL 2027, the franchise appears to be building a fresh leadership group around experienced cricketing minds and younger players. Ruturaj Gaikwad: The Front-Runner for CSK Captaincy Ruturaj Gaikwad has been an important part of the Chennai Super Kings setup since making his IPL debut in 2020. The right-handed batter won the Orange Cap in...

  England batting star Joe Root added another remarkable milestone to his international career after becoming the second-fastest batter in cricket history to reach 23,000 international runs. Root achieved the landmark during England’s first ODI against Sri Lanka at Chester-le-Street on September 22, 2026. The milestone further strengthens Root’s place among the most prolific run-scorers in international cricket and puts him alongside some of the biggest names in the history of the game. Joe Root Reaches 23,000 International Runs Root needed only three runs at the start of his innings to reach 23,000 international runs. He completed the landmark in his 521st international innings, moving past Sachin Tendulkar, who required 522 innings to reach the same figure. Root eventually scored 44 runs from 52 deliveries, including five boundaries, before being dismissed by Sri Lanka debutant Sachindu Colombage. With this achievement, Root became only the eighth batter in men's international cr...

  Maaz Sadaqat produced a sensational batting performance in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 final, but his record-breaking century came in a losing cause as Jamaica Kingsmen suffered an eight-wicket defeat against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons. The young Pakistan batter smashed 114 runs from just 58 balls at Kensington Oval in Barbados, becoming the first player in CPL history to score a century in a final. His remarkable innings included eight fours and nine sixes, helping Jamaica Kingsmen post 170/9. Despite Sadaqat's extraordinary effort, the Falcons chased down the target in just 16.4 overs to secure their maiden CPL title. Maaz Sadaqat Creates History in CPL Final Sadaqat's 114 was more than just a brilliant individual innings. It was a record-breaking knock that added his name to the history of the Caribbean Premier League. Before the 2026 final, no batter had scored a century in a CPL final. Sadaqat changed that record with an explosive performance under pressure....

  New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra has suffered a right shoulder dislocation, putting his participation in the upcoming India series in doubt. The injury occurred during a promotional shoot in Auckland, just weeks before New Zealand are scheduled to begin their home series against India. Ravindra sustained the injury on September 16 while attempting a diving catch during a commercial shoot with broadcaster Sky. According to New Zealand Cricket, he landed awkwardly on a safety mat while completing the catch attempt. Rachin Ravindra Injury Update The latest Rachin Ravindra injury update provides some encouragement for New Zealand. Medical specialists assessed the all-rounder on September 18 and found no major structural damage to his shoulder. However, there is still no confirmed timeline for his return to competitive cricket. New Zealand Cricket stated that Ravindra's recovery will depend on his progress during the early stages of rehabilitation. The uncertainty comes at an i...

  The Big Bash Trophy has arrived at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai , adding excitement ahead of a historic moment for Australian franchise cricket. The Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers clash will open the 2026-27 Big Bash League season and become the first-ever BBL match to be played outside Australia. Big Bash League Makes History in Chennai The BBL is set to take its competition to India for the first time when the Renegades face the defending champions Perth Scorchers at Chepauk on December 12, 2026 . The match will mark a major milestone for the tournament, which has traditionally been played entirely in Australia. The fixture is part of broader Australia-India initiatives and reflects the strong cricketing connection between the two countries. Cricket Australia officials have also indicated that the event could create opportunities for the Big Bash to grow its global audience. Check Out: Why is Hardik Pandya not playing for India yet? Renegades vs Scorche...

  Abhishek Sharma has continued to establish himself as one of the most aggressive batters in T20 cricket. The Indian opener has smashed 82 sixes in 40 T20 innings during 2026, adding another remarkable chapter to his growing reputation as a prolific six-hitter. The milestone highlights Abhishek Sharma’s consistency in clearing the boundaries across domestic, franchise and international T20 cricket. His ability to score quickly and attack bowlers from the beginning of an innings has made him one of India’s most exciting T20 batters. Abhishek Sharma’s Incredible Six-Hitting Numbers Abhishek’s 82 sixes in 40 innings place him among the leading Indian batters for sixes in a calendar year. Remarkably, his record includes three appearances in the top five of India’s calendar-year T20 six-hitting list. He previously produced an extraordinary 2025 campaign, hitting 108 sixes in 40 innings. He also struck 87 sixes in 2024, showing that his power-hitting has been a consistent feature of his...

  The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 has already produced plenty of movement in the standings, with Pakistan facing a difficult situation after a penalty for a slow over-rate. The points deduction has added further pressure to Pakistan’s campaign as teams compete for the top two places and a spot in the WTC Final. Pakistan’s WTC Points Penalty Explained Pakistan were penalised eight points after being found guilty of maintaining a slow over-rate during the first Test against Bangladesh in Mirpur. The ICC confirmed that Pakistan were eight overs short of the required rate after time allowances were taken into account. The team was also fined 40% of its match fee. The penalty had a direct impact on Pakistan’s World Test Championship points percentage. Since the WTC standings are determined by points percentage rather than simply the total number of points won, disciplinary deductions can have a significant effect on a team's position. Also Read:- India Squad For West Indie...

  India’s women’s cricket team has found itself at the centre of a major Women’s Asia Cup 2026 trophy controversy after the champions skipped the official trophy presentation involving Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi. India went on to celebrate their title triumph, but the decision not to collect the trophy from Naqvi quickly became one of the biggest talking points following the final. Amol Muzumdar Backs India Women’s Decision India women’s head coach Amol Muzumdar has now strongly backed the team’s decision. Following the final, Muzumdar made it clear that the players stood behind the position taken by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Muzumdar stressed that, from the team’s perspective, the tournament was already complete and India were the champions. He pointed towards the result displayed on the big screen as confirmation of their achievement. His comments underline that the decision was not an individual choice by the players but part of a...

  The latest episode of WWE NXT delivered several major developments as champions defended their titles and new rivalries began to take shape. With Halloween Havoc on the horizon, the September 8 episode featured Kelani Jordan defending the NXT Women’s Championship, Jackson Drake putting his North American Championship on the line, and Zilla Fatu refusing an offer from BirthRight. Kelani Jordan Retains NXT Women’s Championship Kelani Jordan successfully defended the NXT Women’s Championship against Jaida Parker in a hard-fought contest. Parker came close to ending Jordan’s reign, but the champion stayed composed when it mattered most. After Parker crashed into the corner, Jordan found her opening and delivered her signature One of a Kind Moonsault to secure the victory and retain her championship. However, Jordan’s night took an ugly turn after the match. Wren Sinclair attacked the NXT Women’s Champion with a kendo stick, immediately creating another threat around the title picture...

The Amsterdam Flames vs Rotterdam Dockers European T20 Premier League 2026 Match 17 promised another exciting chapter in the inaugural ETPL season. The two Dutch franchises met at Sportpark Duivesteijn in Voorburg on September 6, with both sides looking to strengthen their position in the tournament. The match was scheduled for 3:15 PM local time, with the corresponding start time of 6:45 PM IST. The fixture was particularly interesting because Rotterdam Dockers had already defeated Amsterdam Flames in their opening meeting of the competition. Rotterdam won that encounter by five wickets after chasing down 158, with Faf du Plessis producing an unbeaten 83. Amsterdam Flames vs Rotterdam Dockers Match Details Match: Amsterdam Flames vs Rotterdam Dockers, Match 17 Tournament: European T20 Premier League 2026 Date: September 6, 2026 Venue: Sportpark Duivesteijn, Voorburg, Netherlands Start Time: 6:45 PM IST The return fixture offered Amsterdam Flames an opportunity to respond after t...