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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…

17 May

Rohit Sharma Honoured at Wankhede, Family Breaks Down in Emotional Ceremony

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National Times Bureau, May 17, 2025: It was a proud yet tearful moment at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium as the Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled the “Rohit Sharma Stand” on May 16, 2025. The emotional ceremony saw the Indian captain’s parents and wife, Ritika Sajdeh, moved to tears as his name lit up at the iconic venue.Rohit guided his parents onto the stage for the formal unveiling. He paid heartfelt tribute to their sacrifices, saying they stood by him from his days outside the stadium dreaming of playing cricket to this moment of national recognition.His wife, Ritika, struggled to hold back tears…

17 May

Neeraj Chopra Smashes 90m Barrier, PM Modi Hails ‘Spectacular Feat’

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National Times Bureau, May 17, 2025: Neeraj Chopra, India’s javelin ace, finally breached the 90-meter mark at the Doha Diamond League 2025 with a jaw-dropping throw of 90.23 meters. It came on his third attempt, turning a long-standing dream into reality and cementing his place in the global elite of track and field.Although Chopra’s personal best lit up the arena, he finished second behind Germany’s Julian Weber, who threw a massive 91.06 meters. Yet, the moment was all about Chopra. For years, Indian athletics waited for this moment—and it arrived with power, grace, and pride.Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the…

16 May

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 Auction to Take Place on May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai

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Mumbai, May 16, 2025: The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is gearing up for its 12th season with the much-anticipated player auction set for May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai. The announcement comes from Mashal Sports, the league’s organizers, as preparations begin for another thrilling edition of India’s homegrown sport.The auction will see all 12 teams reworking their strategies to build competitive squads. Last season's auction had set records, with eight players fetching bids over ₹1 crore. Tamil Thalaivas made headlines by buying star raider Sachin Tanwar for ₹2.15 crore — the highest in PKL history.Following their first-ever title win…