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Prasidh Krishna's spectacular boundary catch dismisses Nishan Madushka for 6 in 1st Test

In the opening Test of the 2026 India‑Sri Lanka series, Prasidh Krishna took a brilliant boundary catch to send Nishan Madushka back to the pavilion on just six runs.

19 Aug 2026

Visiting No.3 Batsman Sets Record for Highest Test Aggregate in Sri Lanka

A visiting team's number‑three batsman achieved the highest run aggregate in a Test match on Sri Lankan soil, eclipsing previous records.

19 Aug 2026

India U18 basketball beats Kazakhstan to reach knockout stage of FIBA Asia Cup

The Indian U18 men's basketball squad edged Kazakhstan in a tight Group D match, securing third place and a spot in the next round of the 2026 FIBA Asia Cup.

19 Aug 2026

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