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New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) India legend Sachin Tendulkar recalled the emotions of the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup Final on the 15th anniversary of one of India’s most iconic triumphs, a night that remains etched in the nation’s memory.Tendulkar played a key role in India’s successful 2011 World Cup win on home soil, a historic moment cherished by all Indian fans. In his last tournament, the Master ended his drought by lifting the trophy at his home ground, becoming India’s highest run-scor…

Mumbai, March 30 (IANS) Veteran actor Saurabh Shukla believes that true artistry comes without the burden of past success, stressing that actors should focus on the joy of creation rather than the pressure of living up to iconic roles. Speaking about whether memorable performances bring added responsibility, Saurabh dismissed the idea of carrying expectations into new work.Drawing a parallel with cricket, he said every great player from Sunil Gavaskar to Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni and Virat Kohl…

Mumbai, March 29 (IANS) Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Mumbai got a boost on the eve of the match as pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah rejoined the squad after a short dash to the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru for a consultation. Bumrah was among the first to mark his run-up.Both Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickel…

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) India’s cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar, former cricketers and brothers Irfan and Yusuf Pathan, and several other members of the cricketing fraternity extended their heartfelt wishes to their family, friends, and fans on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.Eid al-Fitr is one of the most important festivals in Islam, celebrated worldwide to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It falls on the first day of Shawwal (the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar) and is d…

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Emphasising the lasting appeal of cricket’s legends, former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar said the second season of the International Masters League (IML) will look to build on the strong foundation laid by its debut edition while delivering an enhanced experience for fans.The upcoming season of the T20 league is scheduled to be held from October 24 to November 14, 2026, with matches set to be played across Mumbai, Vadodara, and Visakhapatnam. The tournament will onc…

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav extended heartfelt wishes to their friends and family on the occasion of Gudi Padwa, marking the Marathi New Year. Tendulkar shared his festive wishes on X, addressing his fans and well‑wishers. “Wishing you and your family a very Happy Gudi Padwa and Marathi New Year. May this New Year bring happiness, joy, and prosperity — this is my heartfelt prayer.”Indian T…

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Sanju Samson began the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup relegated to the bench for all but a single league match against Namibia in New Delhi. Many feared the tournament would see Samson as an unused member again, a fate he faced during the victorious 2024 campaign.When it seemed another chapter of unfulfilled potential would be written for Samson, a dramatic turn saw him redrafted during the Super Eights clash against Zimbabwe. From there, Samson did more than just step int…

Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) India captain Suryakumar Yadav said his immediate plan after leading the team to another ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title is simple: return home, enjoy some good food and catch up on much-needed rest before shifting focus to upcoming challenges. India clinched the silverware on Sunday, beating New Zealand by 96 runs in the summit clash to become the first team ever to win the tournament on home soil. With the feat, India also became the first team to defend their crown, and …

Chennai, March 9 (IANS) Putting out an appreciation post for Sanju Samson, one of the chief architects responsible for India’s third T20 World Cup title, actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has now said that the real fairy tale within the tournament was the script that destiny had written for Sanju Samson.Taking to his Instagram page, the actor, who was delighted with India winning its third T20 world cup title wrote, “Team India are World Champions! The first to defend the T20 title! Outstanding campaig…

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) India’s historic 96-run win over New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final sparked an outpouring of praise from current and former cricketers, celebrating the team’s third T20 World Cup title and back-to-back triumph.Former India captain Virat Kohli wrote on X, “Champions, Phenomenal win for Team India in Ahmedabad. Absolutely no match for the explosive cricket played by us throughout the tournament. Brilliant character shown by the boys to keep fighting …