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KKR kept their playoff dreams firmly alive, registering their fourth consecutive victory with a commanding eight-wicket win over DC on Friday evening.

NADA sought explanations from both cricketers on February 18 and 20 of this year, but neither provided a response.

The federation specifically mentioned that she is not eligible to compete in the Senior Open Ranking Tournament at Nandini Nagar, Gonda, scheduled from May 10 to 12.

Sandhu, who shot 4-under 68 on the first day, carded even par on the second day.

The Board noted that certain players and support staff members have permitted unauthorised persons to access their hotel rooms without the knowledge or approval of the concerned Team Manager.

Gujarat Titans will aim to continue their winning momentum against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Saturday. With both teams level on points, the clash could prove crucial in the IPL playoff race as GT look stronger while RR battle inconsistency in both batting and bowling

India’s young boxers delivered an impressive show at the Asian Under-17 Boxing Championships in Tashkent, with five pugilists advancing to the semifinals. The strong quarterfinal performances guaranteed at least five medals and boosted India’s hopes of multiple gold-medal finishes

Hyderabad teenager Rishitha Reddy Basireddy claimed two consecutive women’s AITA Rs 1 lakh titles in Belagavi. The 18-year-old produced dominant performances throughout both tournaments, winning all her matches in straight sets and signalling a promising rise in Indian women’s tennis

Sony Pictures Networks India unveiled a new teaser featuring Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma ahead of a major entertainment debut. The campaign will be promoted across Sony Entertainment Television, Sony LIV and the network’s broadcast, digital and social media platforms.

The Telangana Cricket Association has sought written clarification from the BCCI regarding approval for the proposed TG20 League announced by the Hyderabad Cricket Association. The TCA questioned the league’s governing structure and warned stakeholders against relying on unverified claims about official sanction

Indian shooter Shapath Bharadwaj scored 71 out of 75 to lead the country’s challenge on the opening day of the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Almaty. Manisha Keer emerged as the best Indian woman shooter with a score of 69 in trap

Teen golfer Anshul Mishra secured a commanding eight-shot victory at the IGU Andhra Pradesh Amateur Golf Championship in Visakhapatnam. The 17-year-old carded a final-round 71 to finish at six-under 282 and claim his second amateur title of the season

Indian golfer Pukhraj Singh Gill retained the lead at the ADT Players Championship in Kuala Lumpur despite a brief mid-round slump. Gill carded a two-under 70 to move to 13-under, staying one shot ahead of Filipino golfer Sean Ramos after the second round

India defeated Lebanon 4-0 in the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup to keep their quarter-final hopes alive. Pritika Barman scored twice, while Alva Devi Senjam and Joya added goals as the Young Tigresses secured their first victory in the tournament since 2005

The ICC’s Training and Education Programme has expanded global cricket learning, with over 63,000 users completing more than 43,000 courses in 14 languages. The initiative has strengthened grassroots cricket, women’s participation and coaching development across ICC Member and non-Member countries

Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana, Oman captain Jatinder Singh and UAE seamer Ajay Kumar were shortlisted for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for April. Laura Wolvaardt, Imesha Dulani and Laura Cardoso earned nominations in the women’s category

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues is enjoying a memorable holiday in Switzerland with her brothers Enoch and Eli. From snow-filled adventures in Grindelwald to chocolate-making sessions at the Funky Chocolate Club, the siblings shared moments filled with laughter, fun and scenic beauty

Hyderabad Chess Centre felicitated J V Subrahmanyam for successfully organising the Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament continuously for 20 years. Officials praised his dedication towards promoting chess, noting that several Grandmasters and leading players participated in the prestigious tournament over the years

Apollo Hospitals inaugurated a specialised Centre of Excellence for Sports Injuries & Orthopaedics at its Financial District facility in Hyderabad. Equipped with advanced diagnostics, surgery and rehabilitation services, the centre aims to provide comprehensive sports medicine care for athletes and fitness enthusiasts

Kolkata Knight Riders outclassed Delhi Capitals by eight wickets after their spinners restricted DC to 142/8. Finn Allen then smashed an unbeaten 100 off 47 balls, helping KKR register a fourth consecutive win and keep their IPL playoff hopes alive

World champion D Gukesh defeated Fabiano Caruana in the final round of the Super Rapid and Blitz Tournament rapid section in Warsaw to finish tied fourth. American Hans Niemann emerged surprise winner, while Gukesh expressed hope ahead of the upcoming blitz rounds

The BCCI issued strict IPL guidelines warning franchises about honey-trapping risks, vaping violations, and unauthorized interactions during matches. Surprise checks will enforce compliance, while team managers must monitor guest access and report breaches to protect the league’s integrity and operational discipline

SC Freiburg reached the Europa League final for the first time after defeating Sporting Braga 3-1 to complete a 4-3 aggregate comeback. The German club capitalised on Braga’s early red card and will now face Aston Villa in the final in Istanbul.

Telangana played out an entertaining 3-3 draw against Gujarat in the National Under-20 Men’s Football Championship league phase in Narainpur. Abbas scored twice, including a stoppage-time goal, while Jaydev Sharma added another strike for Telangana on Thursday