The ESL Saudi Challenge returns in 2025 with two editions
RIYADH: ESL FACEIT Group, the world’s leading e-sports company, has announced the return of the ESL Saudi Challenge for 2025, with two editions confirmed for May and December.
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Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad in key Saudi Pro League clashes as title race heats up
RIYADH: The Saudi Pro League title race intensifies on Monday as Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad both face crucial tests in round 29.
KKR vs GT LIVE Score, IPL 2025: Shubman Gill Struggling, GT's Burden Of Runs Being Carried By...
KKR vs GT LIVE Updates, IPL 2025: B Sai Sudharsan has given Gujarat Titans a good start against Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2025 clash. Shubman Gill has been going slower at the other end, as GT reached 26/0 after 4 overs. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made two big changes to their playing XI against Gujarat Titans (GT) in their IPL 2025 clash at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. KKR left out South African stars Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje, as captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bowl first. Shubman Gill-led GT are top of the IPL 2025 points table, having won five out of their seven matches so far. (Live Scorecard)
Pakistan Cricket Board refutes former head coach’s non-payment claims
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) recently rejected claims by former head coach Jason Gillespie that he had not been paid his dues, clarifying that the ex-Australian cricketer breached the terms of his contract and left his position “abruptly.”
CSK Coach Stephen Fleming's Blunt Take On Jadeja-Dube's 'Conservative' Middle-Order Show
Head coach Stephen Fleming said Chennai Super Kings are “realistic” about their position in this year's Indian Premier League, but asserted that the five-time champions will leave no stone unturned to find players for next year. An out-of-sorts CSK suffered their sixth loss in eight matches after Mumbai Indians handed them nine-wicket hammering here on Sunday to keep the MS Dhoni-led side confined to the bottom of the points table.
Rohit Sharma's Two-Word Message For Abhishek Nayar Days After Team India Sacking By BCCI
Abhishek Nayar, who was associated with the Indian cricket team as an assistant coach since the last eight months, was sacked by the BCCI last week. While the side's poor performance at the Border Gavaskar Trophy is being seen as a reason behind Nayar's sacking, some reports have made serious allegations. A report by PTI claimed that Nayar's removal was on the cards after Sitanshu Kotak was added to the Indian team's support staff as an additional batting coach.
Huge Blow For Rajasthan Royals, Captain Sanju Samson Set To Miss Crucial RCB Clash Due To Injury
Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson will miss his team's upcoming IPL 2025 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) due to a side strain. The franchise added that as part of recovery, Samson will not travel to Bengaluru and is staying back in Jaipur with select RR medical staff. The wicketkeeper-opener had picked the injury while playing against Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium and was forced to retire hurt after scoring 31 off 19 balls, as RR eventually lost the match in a thrilling Super Over.
MS Dhoni's Reaction To CSK Teenager's Whirlwind Knock vs Mumbai Indians Goes Viral
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) teenager Ayush Mhatre lit up the Wankhede Stadium on his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Sunday. Mhatre, who signed by CSK as an injury replacement for Ruturaj Gaikwad, scored a quickfire 32 off just 15 balls, slamming four 4s and two 6s during his stay in the middle. As Mhatre was taking on the MI bowlers, a camera spotted CSK captain MS Dhoni carefully watching from the dressing room with a smile on his face.