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15 May

India A Team Names Assam Star Riyan Parag as Vice-Captain

riya EditorAssam, Sports

Riyan Parag from Assam has been named vice-captain of the India A cricket team for the upcoming one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, starting June 9, 2026. He will serve as deputy to captain Tilak Varma in the 15-member squad touring for the tournament featuring India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A. "Congratulations to Assam’s very own @ParagRiyan for earning the responsibility of Vice-Captain of India A for the Sri Lanka tri-series," Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote on X. "From Assam to the national stage, he has played every innings with confidence and class. His achievement will inspire countless…

10 Apr

Arjun Tendulkar’s Ignored Warning to KKR Resurfaces Following Mukul Choudhary’s Explosive Performance

anuprova EditorSports

A significant controversy has erupted in the IPL 2026 circuit as a previous warning from Arjun Tendulkar regarding the young sensation Mukul Choudhary has come to light, leaving the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) management facing intense scrutiny. It has been revealed that during the pre-season trials and domestic scouting sessions, Arjun Tendulkar—who had played extensively with Choudhary in the local circuits—had explicitly alerted several franchises, including KKR, about the youngster's lethal ability to exploit pace and his unconventional hitting range. Despite Tendulkar’s detailed insights into Choudhary’s technical strengths and his recommendation to secure him at the auction, KKR reportedly chose…

08 Apr

Rain-Hit Clash: Rajasthan Royals Defeat Mumbai Indians in Guwahati

riya EditorSports

Rajasthan Royals triumphed over Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a captivating Indian Premier League (IPL) clash held at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on a Tuesday night. The match experienced a significant delay of over two and a half hours due to continuous rain, subsequently leading to a reduction in overs to 11. Batting first, Rajasthan posted a total of 150 runs for the loss of 3 wickets. The standout performer was Yashasvi Jaiswal, who delivered an explosive unbeaten innings of 77 runs off just 32 balls. Additionally, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi contributed a brisk 39 runs off 14…

28 Feb

Pakistan Faces Must-Win Clash Against Sri Lanka for Semi-Final Spot

anuprova EditorSports

Pakistan’s journey in the T20 World Cup 2026 has reached a critical "do-or-die" juncture as they prepare to face co-hosts Sri Lanka today, February 28, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. After a tournament filled with unpredictable turns, including a rain-washed opener and a narrow defeat to England, Pakistan's semi-final hopes were kept alive by England’s recent victory over New Zealand. This result has left the second qualifying spot in Group 2 wide open, but the task ahead for Salman Ali Agha’s men is daunting. To leapfrog New Zealand and secure a place in the final four, Pakistan must not…

24 Jan

ACA Stadium Ready as India vs New Zealand T20I Sparks Cricket Fever in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarSports

Guwahati is fully prepared to host the much-awaited T20 International match between India and New Zealand on January 25, with the Assam Cricket Association issuing an advisory for spectators ahead of the high-profile clash. The match will be played at the ACA Stadium, Barsapara and is scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. In an official statement, the ACA said all necessary arrangements have been completed to ensure smooth conduct of the match. To manage the expected large turnout and maintain security, stadium gates will be opened from 4:00 pm, allowing spectators enough time to enter without congestion. The T20I encounter…

16 Jan

Three Girls from Lanka Bring Pride to Assam, Represent State at Under-14 National Cricket Level

Sonakshi SarkarSports

In a proud moment for Assam and Hojai district, three teenage girls from the small town of Lanka have made their mark in cricket by representing the Assam Under-14 girls’ cricket team at the national level. Their journey, built on hard work and discipline, has brought joy and recognition to their families, their town, and the entire district. Dipanjali Sahu, Koushalya Sahu and Rittika Malakar, all residents of Shrimanta Shankardev Nagar in Lanka, have shown that talent can rise even from places with limited facilities. Their selection to the state team is being seen as a major achievement for Hojai,…

15 Nov

Esha Singh wins her first medal in an individual world championship

Banasree SarkarSports

Esha Singh, a former Asian, Mixed Team, and Junior World champion, added another feather to her crown when she won bronze in the women's 25-meter pistol Olympic event at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo, Egypt, earning her first individual world championship medal. With a final score of 30, the Indian behind both Korea's current Olympic champion Yang Jiin (gold, score: 40) and in-form Chinese Yao Qianxun (silver, score: 38). At the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Championship Rifle/Pistol, Cairo 2025, Esha's effort coincided with India's historic collection of one gold, three silver, and three bronze medals from their…

28 Oct

Ranji Trophy 2025–26: Meghalaya takes charge with a commanding lead over Sikkim in the first innings

Banasree SarkarSikkim, Sports

Meghalaya secured a vital first-innings lead on the third day at the MCA Ground, giving them the advantage in their Ranji Trophy 2025–26 Plate Group match against Sikkim. Meghalaya outscored Sikkim by 59 runs to 405 all out thanks to a patient batting display. Despite wickets falling often at the other end, their middle-order batter's double century served as the innings' fulcrum. Sikkim led by 37 runs after starting their second innings carefully and reaching 96 for 2 by stumps. Unless Meghalaya's bowlers can score early and often on the last morning, the match looks to be destined for a…

11 Oct

Not Just Muscle: The Smart Power of Richa Ghosh’s World Cup Surge

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During a Senior Women’s T20 Trophy match in October 2019, Bengal found themselves at 35/2 after 10.3 overs when 16-year-old Richa Ghosh came out to bat. At the Saurashtra Cricket Stadium in Rajkot, she would go on to score 67 runs off 36 balls, hitting two sixes and nine fours, which helped Bengal reach a total of 136/7 – with over 100 runs being made after the 10-over mark. Bengal's victory over Delhi by 60 runs that day was more than sufficient. Richa believes that the knock was instrumental in her receiving a call-up to the Indian squad at the…

10 Oct

After wrist surgery, Maxwell hopes to return for the latter stages of the India T20s

Banasree SarkarSports

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has provided an update following surgery on his fractured wrist, stating that he hopes to make a comeback starting on October 29 during the latter stages of the T20I series against India. At Tauranga's Bay Oval, Maxwell lost the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy T20I series last month after breaking his wrist bowling in the nets to fellow all-rounder Mitchell Owen. Last week, in an attempt to hasten his recuperation, he had surgery to repair his shattered right wrist. However, Maxwell was left off of Australia's roster for the first two Twenty20 Internationals against India, but they were able…