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"India Better Or Pakistan?": PM Narendra Modi Settles Cricket Debate In Own Style

India and Pakistan remain two of the greatest rivals in cricket but it's not a secret that the former has taken significant forward strides in the sport. The Indian team doesn't just enjoy an enviable head-to-head advantage against Pakistan in ICC events, the manner in which India's stars have performed against Pakistan in recent outings, speaks of the gulf between the two sides. When India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi was asked about the better team between the two, he settled the debate with pure facts.

Going for gold: A look at the political and sporting challenges facing the next IOC president

COSTA NAVARINO, Greece: An in tray of Olympic challenges spanning political, social, sporting and operational issues awaits the next IOC president who will be elected Thursday.

Mumbai Indians Star Breaches PSL Contract To Join IPL, Fuming PCB Sends Legal Notice

As the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decided to announce its schedule parallel to the Indian Premier League (IPL), some clashes were bound to erupt. With players made to decide between the two franchise leagues, IPL was bound to be preferred because of multiple reasons -- ranging from better remuneration to exposure. South Africa's Corbin Bosch ditched his Pakistan Super League contract as 5-time IPL winners Mumbai Indians came calling for his services, as a replacement for the injured Lizaad Williams. But, those in the Pakistan cricketing spectrum are understandably not happy.

R Ashwin Reveals MS Dhoni Failed To Give Him 'Gift' He Wanted For 100th Test. Later, A Surprise

One of India's finest cricketers of his generation, Ravichandran Ashwin hung his boots from the international stage during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Ashwin retired as an India international with 106 Test caps to his name. But, that wasn't the original plan. The veteran spin-bowling all-rounder has admitted that he wanted to retire after playing the 100th Test, which he did in Dharamsala against England. But postponed the plan a little. In the 100th Test, Ashwin had even asked his former captain, MS Dhoni, to be present, but that didn't happen.

KKR Sent Major 'Conflict' Warning Over Ajinkya Rahane's Captaincy Appointment

Former India batter Aakash Chopra has expressed concerns over Ajinkya Rahane's appointment as captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. KKR CEO Venky Mysore explained the reason behind the decision, saying that Rahane's IPL captaincy experience made him the automatic choice to lead the team this season. Mysore also explained that Venkatesh Iyer, who was the other candidate to lead the team, will be part of the leadership, hinting at future opportunities for the all-rounder.

IML 2025 Prize Money: Sachin Tendulkar's India Masters Earn Staggering Prize After Clinching Trophy

India Masters etched their name in history by clinching the inaugural International Masters League (IML) 2025 title, after defeating West Indies Masters by six wickets in a grand finale that revived the magic of cricket's golden era on Sunday. Led by the iconic Sachin Tendulkar, India Masters produced a clinical all-round performance to outclass Brian Lara's West Indies Masters to lift the coveted title in the presence of close to 50,000 fans at the SVNS International Stadium. Courtesy of the title-clinching victory, the Tendulkar-led said also earned a stunning amount of prize money.

Virat Kohli's Sharp Retort To Criticism Over 'Brand Promotion' On Social Media

Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli recently shared insights into digital detox and redefining his relationship with social media, explaining why he no longer posts personal content. Speaking at the RCB Innovation Lab's Indian Sports Summit, Kohli reevaluated his social media presence, confessing that the intense attention and traction he receives online can be overwhelming. Kohli shared his deliberate efforts to limit his time on social media platforms. The cricket legend's decision to reevaluate his social media presence comes after realizing the intense scrutiny he faces online.

Mirra Andreeva, 17, Tops World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka For Indian Wells Title

Russian 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva toppled world number one Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 on Sunday to capture her second WTA 1000 title at Indian Wells. Andreeva, who last month become the youngest ever player to win an elite 1000 level crown with her triumph in Dubai, ended a frustrating run against the Belarusian to ensure she will rise to a career-high sixth in the world on Monday. Andreeva shook off her first set woes and broke Sabalenka three times in the third pushing her 2025 record to 19-3 -- the most wins of any woman on the WTA tour.

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"India Better Or Pakistan?": PM Narendra Modi Settles Cricket Debate In Own Style

Going for gold: A look at the political and sporting challenges facing the next IOC president

Mumbai Indians Star Breaches PSL Contract To Join IPL, Fuming PCB Sends Legal Notice

R Ashwin Reveals MS Dhoni Failed To Give Him 'Gift' He Wanted For 100th Test. Later, A Surprise

KKR Sent Major 'Conflict' Warning Over Ajinkya Rahane's Captaincy Appointment

IML 2025 Prize Money: Sachin Tendulkar's India Masters Earn Staggering Prize After Clinching Trophy

Virat Kohli's Sharp Retort To Criticism Over 'Brand Promotion' On Social Media

Mirra Andreeva, 17, Tops World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka For Indian Wells Title