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Rishabh Pant tops India's World Test Championship run chart, hits 100 Test sixes in Galle
Wicket‑keeper‑batsman Rishabh Pant overtook Shubman Gill to become India's leading run‑scorer in the World Test Championship after a strong innings in Galle, also marking his 100th six in Test cricket.
19 Aug 2026
Rishabh Pant shines as India dominate Sri Lanka in 1st Test
Wicket‑keeper‑batsman Rishabh Pant delivered a decisive innings, giving India a strong foothold in the opening Test against Sri Lanka.
19 Aug 2026
Devdutt Padikkal Emphasises Basics Ahead of India‑Sri Lanka 1st Test
India’s promising opener Devdutt Padikkal said he relies on fundamental techniques and keeps his hands close to the bat as the teams prepare for the first Test against Sri Lanka.
19 Aug 2026
India's Cricket Strategy vs Sri Lanka Criticised as "Not Quite Sure"
NDTV Sports reports that India's gameplan against Sri Lanka has been harshly criticised, with analysts calling it uncertain.
19 Aug 2026
Kiran More urges selectors to give Rishabh Pant a white‑ball opportunity
Former India wicket‑keeper Kiran More said Rishabh Pant deserves a chance in limited‑overs cricket, urging selectors to consider him for white‑ball formats.
19 Aug 2026
Pant's 100th six and Suthar's double strike bring India close to Galle win
Rishabh Pant hit his 100th six of his career while Manav Suthar claimed two wickets, pushing India to the brink of victory at Galle.
19 Aug 2026
Rishabh Pant’s Test Form Remains Strong as He Eyes 2027 ODI World Cup Spot
Pant continues to impress in Test cricket, prompting discussions about his potential recall for India’s 2027 ODI World Cup squad.
19 Aug 2026
Devdutt Padikkal Talks Race for No.3 Spot with Sai Sudharsan
India’s opening batsman Devdutt Padikkal said the contest for the third batting slot with Sai Sudharsan is intensifying ahead of upcoming matches.
19 Aug 2026
Serena and Venus Williams lose thriller in first doubles match in four years
The Williams sisters, playing together for the first time in four years, were defeated in a tightly contested doubles match, despite a dazzling performance.
19 Aug 2026
India in commanding position at lunch on day two of Galle Test
India held a firm grip on the match at the lunch interval of the second day in Galle, Sri Lanka, after a solid first innings.
19 Aug 2026
Glenn Maxwell and wife Vini Raman welcome baby girl Maia
Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell and his wife Vini Raman have announced the birth of their daughter, Maia, and shared a first glimpse of the newborn.
19 Aug 2026
Lakshya Sen battles tricky drift to clinch first‑round win at World Badminton Championships
India’s Lakshya Sen navigated a difficult drift and secured a victory in his opening match at the World Badminton Championships.
19 Aug 2026