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Abhishek Sharma, in the company of the free-stroking opening partner Travis Head, gives a flying start for Sunrisers with a 54-run stand off just 21 balls

The squad also registered a series of flawless unanimous decisions, asserting their technical superiority

Second-placed Royal Challengers face 10th-placed LSG on Tuesday, May 7, 2026.

Anshul Mishra leads the AP Amateur Golf Championship at 141, holding a two-stroke advantage over Deepak Yadav

The Playoffs of IPL is set to happen in Ahmedabad despite RCB emerging as champions in 2025.

Ahmedabad once again is set to host the finals of IPL 2026

Aaron Finch has praised Sanju Samson’s turnaround at Chennai Super Kings, calling him the superstar the franchise needed. After a slow start to IPL 2026, Samson has regained form with consistent scores, including a match-winning 87 not out.

India had led by one point (118-117) at the halfway stage, but Shi Jingyu, Liu Jinyu and Qi Xiangshuo fought back to level scores in the third end.

Bukayo Saka’s first-half goal secured Arsenal a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid, sealing a 2-1 aggregate victory and a place in the Champions League final. The Gunners delivered a disciplined performance to reach their first final since 2006.

HCA’s annual league begins May 12. The Apex Council has introduced a POSH committee, revamped academy programs, and a dedicated grievance system, reinforcing transparency, corruption-free cricket, and the development of elite cricketers across Hyderabad

Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 87 guided Chennai Super Kings to an eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. Kartik Sharma contributed 41 not out as CSK dominated with spinners Hosein and Noor, leaving DC’s playoff hopes in jeopardy

India’s U15 and U17 boxers excel at the Asian Championships in Tashkent, winning key bouts via stoppages and unanimous decisions, underlining the depth of India’s young talent and strengthening hopes for future international boxing success

Sabalenka and fellow No. 1 Jannik Sinner, along with many top-ranked players, issued a statement on Monday expressing "deep disappointment" over the French Open prize money.

The last date for submitting online applications for TG PECET 2026 has been extended till May 15. The entrance test is conducted for admissions into BPEd and DPEd courses offered by universities and affiliated colleges across Telangana for the 2026-27 academic year

Order of Merit leader Anshul Mishra and Deepak Yadav shared the lead after the opening round of the IGU Andhra Pradesh Amateur Golf Championship in Visakhapatnam. Mishra finished strongly with late birdies, while Yadav produced a steady bogey-free round of two-under 70

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings will aim to bounce back from recent defeats when they face off in a crucial IPL clash. With the play-off race intensifying, both teams will look to regain momentum through strong performances in batting and bowling

Indian skeet shooters failed to qualify for the finals in both men’s and women’s events at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Olympians Mairaj Ahmad Khan and Raiza Dhillon emerged as the top Indian performers in the qualification rounds

Ambati Rayudu has taken charge as Head of Cricket Operations at HCA. He aims for corruption-free cricket, merit-based selections, open trials, and professionalized operations. The ACS Unit, led by Justice Vijender, will ensure transparency and integrity in Hyderabad cricket

Sreemanya is set to square off against the tournament’s second seed, Zuzanna Pawlikowska, in the opening round.

India and Australia now hold the top spots in ICC team ranking in both men and women.

Sunil Gavaskar lauded Rohit Sharma’s focused, impactful batting, highlighting his 84 against LSG. He added that Jasprit Bumrah’s dip in form is due to overcomplicating things and advised him to return to basics.

Kl Rahul highlighted his own adaptation to a more aggressive role, reflected on overcoming the “Test player” label, and shared how fatherhood has brought balance and clarity to his game.

Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton powered Mumbai Indians to a six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants, chasing 229. Nicholas Pooran’s explosive innings went in vain as MI’s batting dominance sealed a crucial IPL victory

The Hyderabad District Athletics Association will conduct trials for jumps and throws across multiple age categories, including under-20, 18, and 16, along with Kid Athletics events, at Gymkhana Grounds on May 6. Interested participants can contact the coordinator