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CSK's bold long-term plan revealed: 'We want him for the next decade'

Chennai Super Kings is undergoing a significant transition, investing in young talent like Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma, who were bought for ₹14.2 crore each. Despite early struggles, the franchise is committed to blooding these youngsters, aiming for long-term dividends.

IPL Play of the Day: Mitchell Starc's big-game aura saw DC cash in on experience

IPL Play of the Day Mitchell Starcs biggame aura saw DC cash in on experience

6 छक्के, 2 चौके... जयपुर में फरेरा बन गए फरारी, तूफानी छक्के से बच गई चीयरलीडर

'I hated rooming with David Beckham at Man Utd - I had two major problems with it'

David Beckham's particular rooming habits led to Gary Neville voicing his frustration about their days at Manchester United

Raptors outlast Cavaliers with wild last-second 3 in OT, force Game 7

The Toronto Raptors keep taking hits, but they refuse to drop.Down two starters going into a potential elimination game, the Raptors kept their season alive after RJ Barrett sank a miraculous 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left in overtime to secure a 112-110 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series Friday night.Advertisement

What went wrong for the Boston Bruins in the playoffs, and what happens next

BOSTON — The Boston Bruins believe they came up short in a six-game Round 1 against the Buffalo Sabres. The Bruins submitted a remarkable 2025-26 season.Both statements are facts.Statistically, the Bruins were a postseason long shot. According to Natural Stat Trick, they had an expected goal share of 46.66 percent during regular-season five-on-five play. Only four clubs (the Chicago Blackhawks, Seattle Kraken, Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs) were worse. None of them made the playoffs....

Sabres vs. Bruins Game 6: Key takeaways as Buffalo advances to Round 2

BOSTON — The Buffalo Sabres move on.The Sabres won their first playoff series since 2007 by dispatching the Boston Bruins in six games. The Sabres claimed a 4-1 Game 6 win on Friday at TD Garden by pumping two first-period pucks past Jeremy Swayman and adding a Zach Benson backbreaker in the third period. Josh Norris iced the game with an empty net goal.Advertisement

Lightning vs. Canadiens Game 6: Takeaways as Tampa wins in overtime to force Game 7

MONTREAL — A ridiculously, closely played series, of course, needs a seventh game.Gage Goncalves scored 9:03 into overtime Friday night and the Tampa Bay Lightning edged the Montreal Canadiens 1-0 to extend a fantastic series another game. It’s only fitting. There’s so little separating these two Atlantic Division clubs, who tied with 106 points this year.Game 7 goes Sunday night in Tampa.Advertisement

'मेरा काम टीम को...', ई-स‍िगरेट विवाद पर र‍ियान पराग ने तोड़ी चुप्पी! RR की हार पर द‍िया ये बयान

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Was 31-year-old Jamieson’s celebration over the top after dismissing 15-year-old Sooryavanshi?

A strong send-off from Newzealand cricketer Kyle Jamieson to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has triggered a debate, with former India cricketer (mainly played domestic cricket) Priyank Panchal offering an interesting perspective on the incident.While some questioned the intensity of the celebration, others saw it as a sign of the youngster’s growing impact in the league.The moment: Early strike, animated reactionThe incident unfolded in the second over of the DC vs RR battle.Jamieson dis...

Magic go ice cold as Pistons rally from 24 down to force Game 7

The Detroit Pistons are headed to a Game 7 after storming back from a 24-point deficit to beat the Orlando Magic 93-79 on the road at the Kia Center.Orlando controlled the game early, but everything flipped in the third quarter when Detroit outscored the Magic by 13. From that point on, momentum fully shifted. Cade Cunningham took over, finishing with 32 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists, while Tobias Harris added 22 points and 10 rebounds.Advertisement

'I don't need to answer critics': Riyan Parag's blunt take

Despite a recent fine for vaping, Riyan Parag shone with a brilliant 90, powering Rajasthan Royals to 225/6. However, Delhi Capitals chased down the target convincingly, securing a seven-wicket victory. Parag emphasised team success over individual performance, stating his primary goal is to secure wins for his team.

PSL at its very best: Hunain Shah’s final-over masterclass, Mohammad Ali quotes Dravid, Labuschagne emotional

What a night this turned out to be for Hyderabad Kingsmen in Eliminator 2.At one stage, it felt like they had to pack their bags. Islamabad United needed just six runs from the final over, riding high after taking 22 off the 19th. The game had slipped, and Kingsmen’s debut campaign was seconds away from ending.Then Hunain Shah, former Islamabad United player stepped in for Kingsmen and changed everything.The young pacer held his nerve when it mattered the most. A pinpoint yorker to start, follow...

The internet thought Jazz Chisholm Jr. was wearing an AirPod. He was actually playing hurt

NEW YORK — Jazz Chisholm Jr. couldn’t help but laugh. Two days before, videos of him had gone viral on social media, with many users questioning if he was wearing an AirPod while playing second base against the Texas Rangers. It got to the point where he had felt he had to address the situation, posting a selfie on Instagram with what it really was — a wad of cotton stuffed into his ear canal.Advertisement

RR vs DC, IPL 2026: राहुल-निसंका का तूफान, पराग की मेहनत पर पानी! र‍िकॉर्डबुक में हुई इन कीर्त‍िमानों की एंट्री

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Always a Runner finishes strong to win 2026 Kentucky Oaks

Always a Runner lived up to its name at the 152nd Kentucky Oaks. The filly, running in only her third race, took the lead on the final straight to get the win at the prestigious race for 3-year-old fillies at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.Explora took the early lead, and Dazzling Dame later briefly moved in front, but both faded down the stretch. Meaning took the lead on the final straight, but Always a Runner blew past the field and won by more than a length. Meaning took second and Countin...

Could Miami Sprint Qualifying set up a four-way title fight?

Mercedes' stranglehold on pole positions in 2026 was broken in Miami as McLaren's Norris set a scintillating pace in Sprint Qualifying to outgun championship leader Kimi Antonelli – with the pecking order getting a bit of a shake-up in the Sunshine State.

Suryakumar Yadav's batting woes hit struggling Mumbai Indians

The Indian 'Clasico' between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians holds little playoff significance, but is crucial for individual players like Suryakumar Yadav. Facing a poor IPL season, Yadav's form is under scrutiny, with his ambition of leading India to the 2028 Olympics potentially at risk. Coach Mahela Jayawardene defended his player, highlighting his talent and past brilliance.

Alpine duo optimistic as Colapinto and Gasly reach SQ3 in Miami

Franco Colapinto believes that Alpine are "looking strong compared to the midfield cars" this weekend ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, with the Argentinian and team mate Pierre Gasly both set to start in the top 10 for the Miami Sprint.

Carlos Mendoza on conversation with Mets PBO David Stearns: 'I understand the situation'

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Embattled New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed that he received a vote of confidence, and an assurance from president of baseball operations David Stearns that his job was, at least for now, safe.“I talked to David this morning. We got on the phone and we talked,” Mendoza said, adding that he preferred to keep the details of the conversation private. “I understand the situation. We all understand the situation.Advertisement