Author: Rahul M

As the Oval Test hurtles towards a thrilling finish, it is Mohammed Siraj who has emerged as India’s beating heart with the ball. In a series where Jasprit Bumrah’s limited availability could have been a major setback, Siraj has not just filled the void—he’s owned the role. With 20 wickets in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy and 181.2 overs bowled—the most by any pacer across both sides—Siraj’s impact has been nothing short of monumental. Siraj’s Attitude the X-Factor: Morkel’s Candid Praise India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel, a veteran of high-pressure contests himself, didn’t mince words when crediting Siraj’s drive and determination. “He’s…

With about a year and a half to go for the Punjab Assembly elections, a 2020-like protest is brewing in the state against the controversial land pooling policy, putting the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on a sticky wicket.The policy that was rolled out in June and hailed as the “future of urban development” has been criticised by farmers, the Opposition, and even some sections of the AAP. The policy aims to acquire over 65,000 acres of land from 164 villages for urban development projects and promises monetary compensation, commercial and residential plot returns, and long-term value appreciation. While the…

The Andhra Premier League (APL) 2025 is back with a bang. Organized by the Andhra Cricket Association, this season promises more excitement and bigger competition as three new franchises join the league. With the tournament growing from 6 to 9 teams, fans can expect a thrilling 2025 edition of APL. APL 2025 Schedule: The APL 2025 kicks off on August 30, 2025, and runs till September 14, 2025. All matches will be held at the iconic Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA International Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. APL 2025 Teams (Total 9): Rayalaseema Kings Coastal Riders Vizag Warriors Bezawada…

In one of the most pivotal moments of the ongoing India vs England fifth Test at The Oval, Mohammed Siraj found himself at the heart of a game-changing blunder. On the first ball of the 35th over in England’s second innings, with the pressure mounting and India desperately searching for a breakthrough, Harry Brook skied a mistimed pull shot off Prasidh Krishna. Positioned perfectly at long leg, Siraj appeared to have safely pouched the catch — until disaster struck. pic.twitter.com/hp6io4X27l — England Cricket (@englandcricket) August 3, 2025 As Siraj completed the catch, his right foot made contact with the…

The 5th Test between England and India at The Oval has delivered another absorbing chapter in what has been a riveting series. Joe Root, England’s ever-reliable run machine, rose to the occasion with a classy 105 on Day 4, steering England within striking distance of a record run chase of 374. With just 35 runs required and four wickets in hand, Day 5 is poised for a dramatic finale. Root’s century was laced with elegance and grit, keeping England afloat even as wickets fell at the other end. But what truly captured headlines wasn’t just his batting—it was his cheeky…

In a candid conversation that has sparked chatter across the cricketing world, AB de Villiers—arguably one of the most beloved players in Indian Premier League (IPL) history—showered praise on South Africa’s rising star Dewald Brevis, while expressing his disappointment that the 22-year-old isn’t donning the red and gold of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). “He is very attacking and still has a lot to learn. He is playing for CSK and not RCB—that is a shame,” remarked de Villiers during a recent podcast appearance with YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra. The statement, light-hearted yet sincere, has reignited the perennial rivalry between Chennai Super…

In a moment that captured the grit, desperation, and raw intensity of Test cricket, India captain Shubman Gill was caught on the stump mic asking returning pacer Akash Deep, “Injection liya tha kya?” (Did you take the injection?). This short, off-the-cuff query revealed far more than it seemed — it highlighted India’s growing injury concerns and the sheer effort its bowlers were putting in to keep the five-match series alive. pic.twitter.com/iX9bFm9i9b — The Game Changer (@TheGame_26) August 3, 2025 Akash Deep’s Grit Amid Groin Trouble and Shin Knock Back in the playing XI after missing the fourth Test at…

The government is likely to push on Monday the passage of a key sports Bill in the Lok Sabha, amid a continuing deadlock in Parliament as the Opposition’s united demand for a discussion on SIR failed to draw a positive response from the ruling alliance.The Lower House has listed the National Sports Governance Bill, which envisages greater transparency in the functioning of sports bodies, for consideration and passage. The Rajya Sabha has listed for passage on Monday a resolution from Home Minister Amit Shah on the extension of the President’s rule in Manipur by another six months with effect from…

NINOSHIMA, Japan (AP) — When the first atomic bomb detonated 80 years ago on Aug. 6, thousands of the dead and dying were brought to the small, rural island of Ninoshima, just south of Hiroshima, by military boats with crews that had trained for suicide attack missions. Many of the victims had their clothes burned off and their flesh hung from their faces and limbs. They moaned in pain.Because of poor medicine and care, only a few hundred were alive when the field hospital closed Aug. 25, according to historical records. They were buried in various locations in chaotic and…

BERLIN — Russia is escalating its efforts to curtail online freedom, taking new steps toward a draconian state-controlled internet.Authorities are cracking down on workarounds that Russians have been using for access to foreign apps and banned content, including through new laws signed by President Vladimir Putin last week. Moscow has also been impeding the function of services from U.S. tech companies, like YouTube, that Russians have used for years. At the same time, the Kremlin is building out a domestic ecosystem of easily monitored and censored Russian alternatives to Western tech products. That includes a new state-approved messaging service, MAX,…