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On Rohit Sharma Replacing Faf as RCB Skipper, AB de Villiers' Blunt Kohli Response

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction approaching, star batter Rohit Sharma's future at Mumbai Indians (MI) remains a mystery. Rohit was removed as captain by MI last season, with the franchise appointing Hardik Pandya as the new skipper, following his trade from Gujarat Titans (GT). However, the decision to appoint Hardik was received a lot of backlash with fans suggesting that the decision was a disrespectful towards Rohit, who led MI to five IPL titles. While MI finished last in the points table, reports suggested that there is a rift between Hardik and Rohit.

"Sachin Tendulkar Greatest, His Arrival Gives Credibility To National Cricket League": Wasim Akram

The National Cricket League's Sixty Strikers has hit the United States of America market, with fans going ga-ga seeing some of the finest stars the game has produced in action. Former India batter Suresh Raina has already shown his magic on the pitch, while other international stars are also showing their blitzkrieg in the T10 format. On the sidelines of a match in the Sixty Strikers league, Pakistan's pace great Wasim Akram revealed how organiser Arun Agarwal floated the league's idea to him during the T20 World Cup 2024 (organised in the USA and West Indies). Though Akram was first skeptical due to the paucity of time to organise the league, he is now quite impressed with the way the organisers have managed to pull off a tournament of such an extent.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star holds back tears as fans say show first 'so important'

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left 'in pieces' as Dr Punam Krishan and pro dancer Gorka Márquez performed a couple's choice routine during Saturday night's live show.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dr Punam Krishan's famous husband and near-death experience

Morning Live's resident doctor Dr Punam Krishan - a self-confessed "mega fan" of Strictly - has taken to the dancefloor for the BBC show's 20th anniversary year. The Glasgow GP has been paired with Gorka Márquez for her journey on the show.

Big Blow For India As Shivam Dube Ruled Out Of Bangladesh T20Is. This MI Star To Replace Him

India all-rounder Shivam Dube has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, the BCCI confirmed on the eve of the 1st T20I in Gwalior. According to BCCI's official release, Dube will miss the three-game rubber owing to a back injury. "All-rounder Shivam Dube is ruled out of the three-match T20I series owing to a back injury," BCCI's statement read.

Hockey India League Returns After 7-Year-Wait, To Conduct Player Auction

The much-awaited Hockey India League (HIL) is set to return after seven long years in a new avatar, where both the men and women teams will participate. While the men's competition will have eight teams, six sides will feature in women's event. The league will be played in two venues -- Rourkela for men and Ranchi for women -- from December 28 to February 5. The players auction for the league will be held here from October 13 to 15.

National Cricket League: Suresh Raina Rolls Back The Years, Slams Stunning Fifty In 10-Over Tie

2011 Cricket World Cup-winner Suresh Raina rolled back the years, slamming a brilliant fifty as New York Lions CC beat Los Angeles Waves CC by 19 runs in the second match of the Sixty Strikes tournament, organised by the National Cricket League, USA. In the 10-over game, Raina smashed 53 off just 28 balls to take his team to a whopping total of 126. Despite a valiant effort, the total proved to be too uphill a task for Los Angeles Waves.

BAN-W vs ENG-W Highlights, Women's T20 World Cup 2024: Linsey Smith, Charlie Deane Shine As England Thrash Bangladesh

Bangladesh Women vs England Women Highlights: England's four-pronged spin attack on Saturday delivered a hard-fought 21-run victory over Bangladesh in their low-scoring group league opener in the Women's T20 World Cup in Sharjah. On a slow track, England emerged victorious riding on a crucial 48-run opening stand between Maia Bouchier (23 off 18 balls) and seasoned Danni Wyatt-Hodge (41 off 40 balls) since run-making became increasingly difficult as the game progressed. In reply, Bangladesh were guilty of not putting in partnerships after spilling a few catches in the first half. They were eventually restricted to 97 for seven in their allotted 20 overs. (Scorecard)

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On Rohit Sharma Replacing Faf as RCB Skipper, AB de Villiers' Blunt Kohli Response

"Sachin Tendulkar Greatest, His Arrival Gives Credibility To National Cricket League": Wasim Akram

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star holds back tears as fans say show first 'so important'

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dr Punam Krishan's famous husband and near-death experience

Big Blow For India As Shivam Dube Ruled Out Of Bangladesh T20Is. This MI Star To Replace Him

Hockey India League Returns After 7-Year-Wait, To Conduct Player Auction

National Cricket League: Suresh Raina Rolls Back The Years, Slams Stunning Fifty In 10-Over Tie

BAN-W vs ENG-W Highlights, Women's T20 World Cup 2024: Linsey Smith, Charlie Deane Shine As England Thrash Bangladesh