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02 Jun

World Champion Gukesh Shocks Magnus Carlsen in Norway Chess 2025 Thriller

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Stavanger (Norway), June 2, 2025 — In a landmark victory, reigning World Chess Champion Dommaraju Gukesh defeated former World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in Round 6 of Norway Chess 2025, marking his first-ever classical win over the Norwegian legend. The 19-year-old Indian grandmaster turned the game around from a losing position in a dramatic encounter on Sunday.With this triumph, Gukesh became only the second Indian to beat Carlsen in a classical game at the Norway Chess tournament, following in the footsteps of Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa.Carlsen controlled much of the match, pressing from a superior position, but Gukesh held his nerve and…

01 Jun

Shreyas Iyer Leads Punjab Kings to IPL 2025 Final With Dazzling Chase Against Mumbai

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National Times Bureau, June 2, 2025: Punjab Kings roared into the IPL 2025 final after defeating Mumbai Indians by five wickets in a high-voltage Qualifier 2 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. This marks only the second time Punjab has reached an IPL final their last appearance being in 2014.Mumbai Indians, asked to bat first, posted a commanding total of 203/6. Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma gave the innings backbone with 44 runs each, while Naman Dhir injected late energy with a quickfire 28 off just 12 balls. Punjab’s bowlers struggled to contain the run flow, and at the…

30 May

Mumbai Indians Knock Out Gujarat Titans, Enter Qualifier 2 with 20-Run Victory

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National Times Bureau, May 30, 2025: Mumbai Indians (MI) kept their IPL 2025 campaign alive by defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by 20 runs in the Eliminator match held in Mullanpur on Friday. With this victory, MI advanced to Qualifier 2, where they will face Punjab Kings for a spot in the final.Opting to bat first, MI posted a formidable total of 228/5, driven by a masterful 81-run innings from captain Rohit Sharma off just 50 balls. Contributions from Jonny Bairstow and Hardik Pandya helped accelerate the scoring, pushing MI beyond the par score.In response, Gujarat Titans put up a spirited…

30 May

PM Modi Meets 14-Year-Old IPL Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Hails Cricketing Brilliance

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National Times Bureau, May 30, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met rising cricket star Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Patna Airport on May 30, 2025, in a moment that quickly captured national attention. The 14-year-old prodigy, known for his recent breakthrough season in the Indian Premier League, greeted the Prime Minister by respectfully touching his feet a gesture PM Modi acknowledged with a warm blessing and heartfelt praise.Suryavanshi, representing Rajasthan Royals in the 2025 IPL, stunned the cricket world by becoming the youngest player to score a century in the league’s history. His 35-ball hundred against the Gujarat Titans was not just…

30 May

Gujarat Titans Hold Advantage If Rain Disrupts IPL 2025 Eliminator vs Mumbai Indians

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Mullanpur (National Times): The IPL 2025 Eliminator is set to witness a thrilling clash between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians at the Mullanpur stadium on Friday. With a place in Qualifier 2 at stake, both teams will leave no stone unturned to keep their title hopes alive. However, a bigger threat looming over the game could be the weather, though forecasts suggest a clear day. The match, relocated from Hyderabad to Mullanpur due to prior delays and weather risks, is one of several fixtures affected after IPL 2025 resumed following a brief suspension amid tensions between India and Pakistan. Gujarat…

29 May

RCB Storms into IPL 2025 Final with Crushing 8-Wicket Win Over PBKS

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National Times Bureau, May 29, 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) delivered a dominant performance in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 1, thrashing Punjab Kings (PBKS) by eight wickets to seal their place in the final. The match, held at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur, was one-sided from the outset, with PBKS crumbling under pressure.Put in to bat first, Punjab Kings were bowled out for a mere 101 runs in just 14.1 overs. RCB’s bowling attack, led by Suyash Sharma, who picked up three crucial wickets, dismantled the PBKS batting lineup. Josh Hazlewood and Yash Dayal chipped in with…

26 May

Neeraj Chopra Joins Audi India as Brand Ambassador, Celebrates Shared Spirit of Excellence

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New Delhi, May 26, 2025: Olympic gold medallist and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Audi India, marking a high-profile collaboration that unites elite sporting prowess with premium automotive excellence.The partnership between Chopra and Audi reflects a shared commitment to performance, precision, and progress. Known for his historic Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020, Chopra has become a national icon and global sports figure. His consistent record from dominating at the Asian Games and World Championships to clinching silver at the 2024 Paris Olympics embodies the same relentless pursuit of excellence that…

25 May

Klaasen’s Blazing Century Powers SRH to Record Win Over KKR

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National Times Bureau, May 25, 2025: In a stunning display of power hitting and disciplined bowling, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) crushed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by a massive 110-run margin in today’s IPL 2025 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. The win capped off SRH’s season on a positive note, even though the team narrowly missed out on a playoff berth.The highlight of the match was Heinrich Klaasen’s whirlwind knock of 100 runs off just 37 balls, equalling the joint third-fastest century in IPL history. His innings, filled with explosive sixes and calculated aggression, formed the backbone of SRH’s imposing…

24 May

Shubman Gill to Lead India’s Test Squad on England Tour: BCCI Announces Fresh-Look Team

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Mumbai (National Times): In a bold and progressive move, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed Shubman Gill as the captain of India’s Test team for the upcoming tour of England. The announcement came as part of a comprehensive squad reveal that blends youth, experience, and promise in equal measure. At just 25, Gill becomes one of the youngest captains in India’s red-ball history. His appointment is seen as a strategic step towards building a long-term leadership core in Test cricket, especially with an eye on future World Test Championship cycles. Gill replaces Rohit Sharma, who…

22 May

IPL Prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi Joins India U-19 Squad for England Tour

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Mumbai, May 22, 2025: The BCCI on Wednesday announced the 16-member India Under-19 squad for its upcoming tour of England, with young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi making the cut. The tour, set to run from June 24 to July 23, will include a warm-up match, five Youth ODIs, and two multi-day games against England U-19.Captaining the side will be Mumbai’s Ayush Mhatre, who turned heads with his strong IPL 2025 showing for Chennai Super Kings. Making waves alongside him is 14-year-old Suryavanshi, whose explosive debut season with Rajasthan Royals placed him firmly on the national radar.Suryavanshi’s IPL run included 252…