NEW DELHI: Chess is officially becoming a major part of the esports world as the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has confirmed that chess will be one of 16 competitive titles at the first-ever Esports Nations Cup 2026 (ENC). The event will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2 to November 29, 2026.This…
Cricket fans across India and the world are talking about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the teenage batting sensation from Bihar who stunned everyone with his explosive performance in the Under-19 World Cup final. At just 14 years old, he smashed 175 runs off 80 balls against England, hitting huge sixes and playing like a seasoned superstar. How…
Squads: Nepal Squad: Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh(w), Rohit Paudel(c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Sompal Kami, Sundeep Jora, Karan KC, Gulsan Jha, Sandeep Lamichhane, Nandan Yadav, Basir Ahamad, Lalit Rajbanshi, Lokesh Bam, Sher Malla England Squad: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler(w), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook(c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil…
Suryakumar Yadav during the toss (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: The bond between Suryakumar Yadav and Rohit Sharma has long been cherished by Indian cricket fans, and a heartwarming moment ahead of India’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup opener against the USA captured it perfectly. As Suryakumar walked out for the toss at the Wankhede Stadium,…
South Africa’s Ottneil Baartman reacts during the second T20 International cricket match of a series between India and South Africa, at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, in New Chandigarh. (PTI Photo/Shiva Sharma) (PTI12_11_2025_000532B) New Delhi: South Africa’s T20 World Cup preparations have been marred by injury-related concerns. Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs replaced Tony…
India’s Mohammed Siraj celebrates after taking the wicket of USA’s Saiteja Mukkamalla during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between India and USA, at the Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)(PTI02_07_2026_000754B) TimesofIndia.com in Mumbai: Mohammed Siraj was cooling his heels at home and had his February — a month of no…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (X-Cricbuzz) The dust is still settling at Harare Sports Club, but Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s breathtaking display in the Under-19 World Cup final against England continues to resonate across the cricketing world. His 175 off just 80 balls was more than an innings—it was a record-breaking blitz. With 15 towering sixes and a strike rate…
Michael Carrick, Manager of Manchester United, talks with Luke Shaw (Photo: Getty Images) Manchester United’s revival under Michael Carrick continued in style on Saturday, as a 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur sealed a fourth straight Premier League victory. A campaign that appeared to be drifting only weeks ago has suddenly found momentum, with Carrick’s flawless…
Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski, left, is congratulated by Fermin Lopez, center, and Lamine Yamal (AP Photo/Joan Monfort) Barcelona strengthened their grip on the La Liga title race with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca on Saturday, opening up a four-point lead at the top of the table. Teenage sensation Lamine Yamal played a central role, responding…
Hardik Pandya walks off the field after being dismissed during the fourth T20I cricket match between India and New Zealand, at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. (PTI) Indian men’s cricket team all-rounder Hardik Pandya said he is feeling confident and motivated ahead of India’s ICC T20 World Cup opener against the USA. He…
