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Royal Challengers Bengaluru returned to winning ways in IPL 2025 with a commanding seven-wicket victory over Punjab Kings—the very team they had previously lost to at home. Devdutt Padikkal (61), Virat Kohli (73*), and a disciplined bowling unit led the way as RCB chased down the target in 18.5 overs. Although Kohli and Padikkal shared a 103-run partnership, the groundwork for the win was laid by the bowlers. At one stage, PBKS were cruising at 62 for 1 after just over six overs. However, RCB’s bowlers bowled with discipline and consistently chipped away at the PBKS batting line-up to stem…

The West Indies have missed out on a place in the upcoming ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, despite winning their last game against Thailand in the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025. They chased down the 167-run target in just 10.5 overs but still fell short of qualification. Today was the final day of the tournament, with both Bangladesh and West Indies fighting for the last World Cup spot. Pakistan had already sealed their qualification by winning all four of their previous matches. Even today, they beat Bangladesh by seven wickets and finished the tournament unbeaten. They ended with five wins…

Former Croatian footballer Nikola Pokrivač has died in a tragic car accident at the age of 39. The Croatian Football Federation has confirmed this sad news. Throughout his football career, Pokrivač played for clubs like Dinamo Zagreb, AS Monaco, and RB Salzburg. He also represented Croatia 15 times between 2008 and 2010. In 2015, he was forced to retire from professional football after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. However, he made a return in 2021 to amateur football and joined a lower-league side named NK Vojnic last summer. As stated by the BBC, local media reported that he and three…

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr suffered a major setback as they lost 2-1 to Al-Qadisiyah at the Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium in the ongoing Saudi Pro League (SPL). Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored the winner for his team in the 87th minute, sealing the result. Al-Qadisiyah had taken an early lead in the 35th minute, courtesy of Turki Al-Ammar. Sadio Mane equalised in the 84th minute for Al-Nassr, but just three minutes later, Aubameyang netted the decisive goal. Cristiano Ronaldo was expected to continue his goal-scoring form, but he had a disappointing outing. Despite trying his luck on several occasions, he neither…

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru-Punjab Kings Indian Premier League game played at the Chinnaswamy got delayed by more than two hours due to persistent drizzle. However, once the rain stopped, within 25-30 minutes, the toss event took place. So, how were the groundsmen able to clear the water and moisture in quick time? The answer to that question is the SubAir System. The state-of-the-art drainage system came into existence, at the Chinnaswamy, in 2017. The drainage system utilises a 200-horsepower machine to suction 10,000 litres of water/moisture per minute. It is also believed that the subsurface drainage system can evacuate water…

In a gripping showdown at the Snooker and Billiards Ireland (SBI) Academy, Sourav Kothari captured his maiden IBSF World Billiards Championship (Timed Format) title in a final that will be remembered for years. The 2025 championship concluded with a high-octane, all-Indian clash, pitting Kothari against the legendary Pankaj Advani in a match that showcased the finest elements of the sport — finesse, resilience, and world-class shot-making. Played on Table 7 and officiated by Australian referee Shuangyu Jia, the final was a treat for billiards fans worldwide. Kothari produced a commanding performance, finishing with a score of 725 against Advani’s 480.…

East Bengal FC’s first-half blitz was enough to beat Gokulam Kerala FC 3-0 in IWL 2024-25 at the East Bengal ground on Friday, April 18, 2025. East Bengal were already sure to be champions before a ball had been kicked, but the result meant they have now beaten every team in the league en route to the title. All three goals were scored in the first half. Elshaddai Acheampong (27’, 37’) got the Red and Golds’ party rolling with two goals, before Soumya Guguloth (42’) added one minutes ahead of the half-time whistle. Despite being confirmed champions in waiting, East…

The Indian Premier League (IPL) completes its 18 years on April 18, 2025 — a journey that gave opportunities to talents, gave birth to legends, and redefined the game. What started as a bold experiment in 2008 has today become a festival that returns every year, without which people can’t even imagine their summer. When Brendon McCullum lit up the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru with his breathtaking 158* off 73 balls for Kolkata Knight Riders, the IPL wasn’t just born — a revolution was unleashed. The IPL became a role model for leagues like Australia’s Big Bash and England’s…

Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a comfortable four-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the ongoing IPL 2025. This victory marked MI’s third win of the season. However, a controversial moment during the game sparked debate, as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) spinner Varun Chakaravarthy voiced his disagreement with a no-ball decision. The incident happened on the fifth ball of the seventh over during MI’s innings. Zeeshan Ansari was bowling when Ryan Rickelton played a shot that resulted in a catch by SRH skipper Pat Cummins. Initially, it looked like a legal dismissal, but replays revealed that wicketkeeper Heinrich Klaasen’s gloves had…

Cricket Australia (CA) have announced their women’s national contracts for the 2025/26 season, with a few surprises in the 18-player list. One major talking point was the absence of veteran all-rounder Jess Jonassen. A six-time World Cup winner and one of Australia’s most experienced cricketers, Jonassen has not played for the national side since December 2023. Her exclusion from the new contract list caught the attention of fans and cricket experts alike. Jess has played 6 Tests, 93 ODIs, and 105 T20Is for Australia. Australia selector Shawn Flegler spoke about the decision and made it clear that Jonassen still remains…