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Abu Dhabi, (UNI) Chennai Super Kings stole the spotlight at the IPL 2026 mini-auction here on Tuesday by signing uncapped Indian youngsters Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer for a record Rs 14.20 crore each, marking the highest-ever price paid for uncapped players in the history of the Indian Premier League. The back-to-back high-value purchases underlined…
Abu Dhabi, (UNI) Several high-profile international and domestic cricketers were left unsold at the IPL 2026 mini-auction here on Tuesday, underlining the unpredictable dynamics of the auction and franchises’ shifting priorities. India batsman Sarfaraz Khan, despite consistent domestic performances in recent seasons, failed to attract any bids during his turn at the auction. England’s experienced…
Abu Dhabi, (UNI) Australia allrounder Cameron Green rewrote the record books at the IPL 2026 mini-auction here on Tuesday, becoming the costliest overseas player in the history of the Indian Premier League after being snapped up by Kolkata Knight Riders for a staggering Rs 25.20 crore. Green’s signing came after an intense and prolonged bidding…
Abu Dhabi, (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru bolstered their squad with eight additions at the TATA IPL 2026 Player Auction, headlined by the signing of Indian allrounder Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 7 crore. The defending champions also secured New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy for Rs 2 crore, adding further strength to their pace resources. Among…
Dubai, (UNI) In a breathtaking celebration of heritage, unity and cricketing spirit, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour with DP World was launched on Tuesday over the Adam’s Bridge, culturally revered in India as the Ram Setu, a symbolic gateway linking the two co-hosts, India and Sri Lanka. Against the dramatic backdrop…
Harare, (UNI) The final preparations for the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 will gather pace for Zimbabwe, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, as they engage in a tri-nation series before the tournament. According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), the showpiece event is all set to be hosted from January 15- February 6 in Zimbabwe…
Navi Mumbai, (UNI) India’s Veer Ahlawat, who won on the PGTI two weeks back, continued his consistent form with a six-under 65 that gave him a two-shot lead on day one at the CIDCO Open, the first-ever professional event being played at the Kharghar Valley Golf Course (KVGC) here on Tuesday. Gurugram-based Veer’s 65 will…
New Delhi/Bhopal, (UNI) World Championship silver medallist Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar delivered a landmark performance at the 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions on Tuesday, firing a world record score of 470.5, 1.6 more than the current world record, to clinch gold in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions final at the Madhya Pradesh State Shooting…
Adelaide, (UNI) Australia have opted against recalling batter Usman Khawaja for the vital third Ashes Test – a match Ben Stokes has called the most important game in his time as England captain. England, 2-0 down after defeats in the first two Tests, must win in Adelaide to keep their hopes of regaining the urn…
London, (UNI) World number one Aryna Sabalenka has been voted the Women’s Tennis Association player of the year for a second successive season. According to BBC sport, the 27-year-old won four titles – the most on tour – including retaining the US Open against Amanda Anisimova in September to claim her fourth Grand Slam singles…
