Vaibhav Sooryavanshi a ‘game-changer’, forced selectors to pick him in squad: BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar
Agarkar described Sooryavanshi as a "game-changer" and said that his performances compelled the selectors to pick him in the squad.
Agarkar described Sooryavanshi as a "game-changer" and said that his performances compelled the selectors to pick him in the squad.
India have opted for a strong blend of youth and experience for the Asian Games cricket event, with Tilak Varma named vice-captain and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among the selections.
The BCCI named Shreyas Iyer as India's new T20I captain and Tilak Varma vice-captain, while 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was included in all three squads.
Alexander Zverev defeated Jakub Mensik 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 to reach the French Open 2026 final. The German is now one victory away from claiming the first Grand Slam title of his career.
Business leaders Gautam Adani and Anand Mahindra congratulated R Praggnanandhaa after he became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess title, praising his fearless approach and challenger spirit.
Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Oman have secured their places in the men's cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Japan in September and October.
India begin their one-off Test against Afghanistan at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on Saturday with plenty more at stake than just another win.
Former Australia captain Michael Clarke revealed he was involved in a serious road accident while travelling to the airport after the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad, escaping with minor injuries.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to pursue Test cricket, saying it would be for the larger good of the game amid growing calls for his India debut.
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage produced a world-leading 92.62m throw at the Rome Diamond League, breaking the meeting record, becoming Asia's second-best javelin thrower and moving ahead of Neeraj Chopra on the all-time list.
