Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Simu Das (Pic credit: CM Office Assam) NEW DELHI: A mysterious early-morning phone call from Prime Minister Narendra Modi left Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma scrambling for answers. The PM simply asked him, “Have you met Simu?” — a name that Sarma shockingly didn’t recognise.Go Beyond The…
Smriti Mandhana made her first public appearance on Wednesday after confirming that her wedding with Palash Muchhal had been called off. The Indian batting star was seen at the airport in the afternoon, a sight fans had been waiting for since her announcement. Smriti kept her look understated, wearing a mask and opting for a…
Former India wicketkeeper-batter and current Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) mentor Dinesh Karthik has spoken about the build-up to the IPL mini-auction and the work that goes into it. He said the process is demanding and something he has enjoyed during his time in cricket.RCB are the defending champions after winning their first IPL title in…
NEW DELHI: A Cricket Australia (CA) delegation has arrived in Lahore to assess security arrangements ahead of the team’s three-match T20I series against Pakistan in January. The group includes an independent security consultant and a representative from the Australian Cricketers’ Association.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Australia are scheduled to tour Pakistan…
Hardik Pandya (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s premier all-rounder Hardik Pandya says maintaining a positive mindset has enabled him to return to the field “stronger, bigger and better” after injury setbacks that triggered moments of self-doubt. His comeback from a near two-month break due to a left quadriceps injury played a crucial role in India’s…
Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya NEW DELHI: India’s new T20I template may be built on aggression, but former South Africa fast-bowling legend Dale Steyn believes its real foundation lies in Suryakumar Yadav‘s secure and flexible captaincy, one that makes players feel backed enough to adapt for the team’s needs.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube…
Blair Tickner (Screengab) New Zealand’s second Test against the West Indies took a frightening turn on Wednesday when pace bowler Blair Tickner was rushed to hospital after suffering a nasty shoulder injury, moments after producing the best spell of his international career. Tickner, who had already triggered a dramatic West Indies batting collapse, crashed to…
Sahibzada Farhan and Jasprit Bumrah (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: India started their T20 series against South Africa on a dominating note, thrashing the visitors by 101 runs in the first T20I at Cuttack. Batting first, India posted a competitive 175 for six in 20 overs, with Hardik Pandya’s blistering 59* off just 28 balls,…
Jasprit Bumrah (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Arshdeep Singh opened up about his mindset and approach with the new ball during India’s win over South Africa in the first T20I at the Barabati Stadium, explaining that his focus was on hitting the seam and trying to “get as much purchase off the wicket.“Go Beyond The Boundary…
NEW DELHI: Venkatesh Iyer has entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction with a base price of Rs 2 crore after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).Speaking on The Great Indian Cricket Show on DD Sports, KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar explained that it was Iyer’s attitude, more than his numbers, that stood out during the…
