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India’s Richa Ghosh (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Bengal’s first World Cup-winning cricketer Richa Ghosh received multiple honors at Eden Gardens on Saturday. The ceremony brought together cricket legends Sourav Ganguly, Jhulan Goswami, and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.The 22-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Siliguri received the Banga Bhushan award and was appointed Deputy Superintendent of Police. The West Bengal…

India’s shooters continued to make their mark on the global stage, claiming one gold, one silver and two bronze medals at the ISSF World Championships on Saturday. While two-time Olympian Elavenil Valarivan produced a thrilling bronze in the women’s 10m air rifle, Army marksman Ravinder Singh delivered a golden performance in the men’s 50m free…

MUMBAI: Saturday morning began on a tough note for Musheer Khan. As he was preparing to leave for the MCA ground in BKC to take part in Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy match against Himachal, the 20-year-old allrounder learnt that he had lost his ‘mamu,’ maternal uncle, with whom he developed a great affinity while growing up.It’s…

Shah Rukh Khan (PTI Photo) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has earned a reputation as a preferred franchise in the IPL, known for both their successful history and exceptional player treatment. Many players, including Rinku Singh, remain loyal to the team due to their supportive approach during difficult times.A previously unknown story has emerged about Cheteshwar…

File photo of AIFF chief Kalyan Chaubey. (ANI) The All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) search for new commercial partners to run the Indian Super League (ISL) hit a major roadblock on Friday when no companies submitted bids. This crisis puts Indian football’s future at risk, with concerns about league delays and uncertainty over clubs’ and…

Abhishek Sharma (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Abhishek Sharma’s breakout series in Australia was no accident — it was the result of months of preparation, focus, and belief. The 25-year-old left-hander, who bagged the Player of the Series award in India’s rain-marred 2-1 T20I triumph, revealed that he had trained “mentally and technically” to take on…

India won the five-match series 2-1 against Australia. (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: India sealed a 2-1 series win over Australia after heavy rain and lightning washed out the fifth and final T20 International at the Gabba in Brisbane on Saturday. The series victory will boost Suryakumar Yadav’s side ahead of next year’s T20 World…

NEW DELHI: India A captain Rishabh Pant provided relief to the team management and fans alike after he returned to bat later in the day, easing injury concerns that arose when he was forced to retire hurt during the third day of the four-day match against South Africa A at the BCCI Centre of Excellence…

Abhishek Sharma’s fiery run to reach 1000 T20I runs has only been bettered by Virat Kohli (Images via AP) Abhishek Sharma reached another milestone in his fiery international career, becoming the second-fastest Indian batter to score 1000 runs in T20 Internationals. Only Virat Kohli has achieved the feat in fewer innings.Abhishek reached the landmark in…

Tilak Varma has been rested for the 5th T20I at The Gabba (Images via Getty, X/@KKRiders) India captain Suryakumar Yadav confirmed that Tilak Varma has been rested for the fifth and final T20I against Australia in Brisbane, with Rinku Singh returning to the playing XI.The India skipper’s poor luck at the toss reflected once again,…