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.
In a nail-biting WPL 2025 showdown, Mumbai Indians clinched a dramatic 4-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Key performances included Ellyse Perry's unbeaten 81 for RCB and MI's Amanjot Kaur, who turned the game with her all-round skills. Despite Perry's heroics, MI's depth shone as they completed the chase in the final over, marking RCB's first setback this season.
South Africa secured a strong start in the Champions Trophy with a 107-run victory over Afghanistan. Ryan Rickelton hit his first ODI century, contributing to South Africa's total of 315/6. Kagiso Rabada's bowling sealed Afghanistan's fate as they were bowled out for 208. South Africa now leads Group B with a positive net run rate.
Jos Buttler, England's white-ball captain, urged his team to cut down on boundaries conceded during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, focusing on defensive strategies amid recent tournament challenges. Noting past exits from global events, Buttler emphasized the need for strategic adjustments, stronger individual accountability, and improving performances on tricky pitches to foster a competitive team environment.
India and Pakistan are set to clash in Dubai on February 23, 2025, for the ICC Champions Trophy. India aims for a third consecutive win over Pakistan at this venue. With Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer leading the charge and the team’s adaptability to Dubai’s pitch, India enters as the favorite. However, Pakistan hopes to surprise under Rizwan’s leadership despite challenges.
Arsenal faces West Ham at the Emirates Stadium amid injury challenges, losing crucial players like Gabriel Jesus and Emile Smith Rowe. Scheduled for December 26, 2022, with Peacock Premium broadcasting, Arsenal is seen as the favorite but must tackle its offensive shortcomings. West Ham, aiming to improve under David Moyes, looks to turn its fortunes around.