Gujarat Titans clinched a nail-biting win against Punjab Kings with a 3-wicket victory, thanks to standout performances from Sai Kishore and Rahul Tewatia. After Punjab set a 142-run target, Gujarat chased it down, showcasing resilience and talent under pressure, climbing up to sixth in the IPL 2024 standings.
In a thrilling match of IPL 2024, Rajasthan Royals achieved a notable 9-wicket win over Mumbai Indians. Yashasvi Jaiswal's splendid 104* cemented the chase, supported by Sanju Samson's 38*. Sandeep Sharma’s remarkable 5/18 played a key role as RR solidified their lead on the points table.
Lucknow Super Giants announce Shardul Thakur as a replacement for Mohsin Khan, who is sidelined with injuries, ahead of IPL 2025. The team grapples with a spate of injuries to their core fast bowlers, notably Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, and Akash Deep, affecting their season preparations. Thakur, providing experience, is set to lead the pace attack as the team prioritizes adaptability and dynamic strategies.
Unsold at the IPL 2025 auction, Shardul Thakur is likely joining Lucknow Super Giants as an injury replacement, stepping in for injured bowlers including Mohsin Khan. His impressive domestic performance with 35 Ranji Trophy wickets and 505 runs has caught LSG's attention, leading to his signing from the RAPP at ₹2 crore, skipping planned Essex county cricket.
Novak Djokovic experienced an unexpected first-round defeat at the 2025 Indian Wells Masters, facing an impressive Botic van de Zandschulp. Despite a strong start, Djokovic succumbed to unforced errors and tricky court conditions. Van de Zandschulp, ranked No. 85, toppled the Serb champion, marking his third consecutive defeat and crushing his hopes for the prestigious 'Sunshine Double' and a 100th ATP title.
Yuvraj Singh amazed cricket fans with a fiery performance, smashing seven sixes in a 59-run innings during the IML T20 2025 semi-final. His efforts fueled India Masters' 94-run victory over Australia Masters. Supported by Sachin Tendulkar's 42 runs and Shahbaz Nadeem's 4/15, the memorable match in Raipur brought back echoes of Yuvraj's past heroics against Australia.
Hockey Jharkhand achieved a historic victory in the 15th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship. The gripping final against Hockey Haryana ended in a 4-3 penalty shootout win, marking Jharkhand's first national title. Key players like Captain Alebla Rani Toppo shone brightly throughout the tournament, culminating in an intense showdown in Panchkula.
Australia achieved a stunning record-breaking chase against England in the Champions Trophy 2025, chasing down a towering target of 351 runs. Ben Duckett's 165 propelled England to a new tournament high, but Josh Inglis' unbeaten 120 led Australia's successful counterattack, securing a 5-wicket win in Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
South Africa claimed a commanding victory over Afghanistan by 107 runs in the Champions Trophy 2025 opener in Karachi. Ryan Rickelton starred with his first ODI century and strong bowling performances helped South Africa defend their 315/6 total. Afghanistan's chase faltered despite Rahmat Shah's valiant 90, marking South Africa's return to winning ways after a five-match ODI losing streak.
Catch the thrilling WPL 2025 match as Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Mumbai Indians on February 21. With RCB-W unbeaten and MI-W aiming to climb the leaderboard, this clash promises excitement. Tune in live via Sports18 or JioHotstar at 7:30 PM IST.