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McIlroy’s tryst with Delhi: The Northern Irishman makes his India debut at DGC today
Rory McIlroy will not use his driver at the Delhi Golf Club. He expressed admiration for Indian culture and a love for Test cricket. McIlroy hopes to see the Taj Mahal and play the DLF course in the future. He also spoke about golf's traditions and his desire to captain Europe in the Ryder Cup.
Ahmedabad recommended as host city for 2030 Commonwealth Games by sports executive board
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India has been recommended to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. This event will mark the centenary of the Games. The recommendation now goes to the full Commonwealth Sport membership. A final decision will be made in Glasgow on November 26, 2025. If approved, Ahmedabad will bring the Commonwealth Games to India for the second time.
Former Australia speedster Brett Lee "super impressed" by Shubman Gill's captaincy
Brett Lee is highly impressed with Shubman Gill's captaincy. Gill recently led India in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England. He scored heavily and commanded respect. Lee compared Gill's leadership to Australian legends Ricky Ponting and Steve Waugh. Gill's tactical skills were crucial. He has now also been handed the ODI captaincy.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s 2027 World Cup dreams over? Gambhir ducks the question
The prospects for cricket icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma heading into the 2027 World Cup appear shrouded in ambiguity. With Coach Gautam Gambhir focusing on present-day performances rather than future aspirations, significant changes are afoot. The emergence of Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain marks a new chapter for the team.
Team India heads Down Under: Kohli, Rohit leave in first batch
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are among the first Indian cricketers to depart for a three-match ODI series against Australia, commencing October 19. Head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed hope for a successful tour for the senior players, emphasizing the importance of staying in the present amidst discussions about their future.
India fail to qualify for 2027 AFC Asian Cup after 1-2 loss to Singapore
Lallianzuala Chhangte's 14th minute strike was cancelled out by Song's equalizer in the 44th minute, and then he struck what proved to be the winner, in the 58th minute as India were left to rue many missed chances. The two teams were locked 1-1 at the half-time break at the Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium, having played a 1-1 stalemate in the first leg in Singapore on October 9.
Women''s WC: Sri Lanka, New Zealand split points after rain washes out match
Opting to bat, Nilakshika De Silva's belligerent fifty was the perfect antithesis to skipper Chamari Athapaththu's graceful half-century as Sri Lanka posted a challenging 258 for 6. However, rain lashed the R Premadasa Stadium just before New Zealand began their chase and the match could not resume from that point.
IPL adds it up, and still ends up short of valuation crease
The Indian Premier League's valuation has dropped for two consecutive years, now standing at $8.8 billion. This decline stems from media rights consolidation and a government ban on real-money gaming sponsorships. The merger of Disney Star and Viacom18 into JioStar ended intense bidding wars, while the gaming sponsorship ban significantly impacted revenue, signaling a fundamental shift in India's cricket economy.
Anybody Watching?: West Indies’ fightback in second Test shows they are not a lost cause
Broadcasters and sponsors would make a bonanza from eyeballs, which may peak before viewers get sick and tired of watching the same thing over and over. And then there would be nothing left of the game. Nothing worth fighting for, nothing to protect. And teams such as the West Indies would not exist. Throughout the first Test match in Ahmedabad, questions were raised about whether the West Indies belonged in the world game any longer. Their batsmen did not have the stomach for the fight, the mental strength for the grind of Test cricket and the skills to be competitive, even on pitches that were good for batting.
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No one has done Shubman any favour, he has earned right to be India skipper: Gambhir
Head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded Shubman Gill, stating he has already passed his toughest captaincy test in England. Gambhir emphasized that Gill earned his captaincy across formats through hard work and deserves the role. He also highlighted Gill's ability to earn respect through his actions and words, contributing to the team's success.
Sri Lanka Women vs New Zealand Women Playing 11: Live streaming, pitch and weather report
SL W vs NZ W Live Streaming: Sri Lanka faces New Zealand in a crucial Women's ODI World Cup 2025 match in Colombo. Sri Lanka seeks its first win, while New Zealand aims to build momentum after securing their opening victory. The R. Premadasa Stadium pitch is expected to favor spinners, and rain could potentially disrupt play.
ODI World Cup is still 2.5 years away, need to stay in present: Gambhir on Rohit, Kohli future
Head coach Gautam Gambhir remained non-committal on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the present. While acknowledging their quality, Gambhir highlighted the ongoing transition in Indian ODI cricket with Shubman Gill's captaincy, suggesting their future depends on upcoming performances.
From Iceland to Cape Verde: The 5 smallest countries ever to reach the World Cup
Cape Verde has qualified for its first World Cup, becoming the second smallest nation to achieve this feat. The island nation, with a population of around 525,000, secured its spot for the 2026 tournament. This achievement places them among a select group of small countries that have reached the prestigious global competition.
England eye top spot as they face struggling Pakistan in Women’s World Cup
England, on a commanding three-win streak, are in top form and appear poised to dominate a struggling Pakistan in their ICC Women's World Cup match. Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt is leading the charge with exceptional batting and bowling performances, propelling England to second place in the standings.
