After a defeat in their opening game at home, the Kolkata Knight Riders bounced back with a dominant eight-wicket win over the Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. Led by Quinton de Kock's unbeaten 97 and strong performances from spinners Moeen Ali and Varun Chakravarthy, KKR capitalized on more favorable conditions away from their home ground at Eden Gardens. However, recent comments from the Eden Gardens pitch curator rejecting the home team's requests have sparked controversy and former cricketers Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull have spoken out against the lack of home advantage for KKR. Stay updated with the latest IPL 2025 news, including points table, teams, schedule, and live score updates.
Shubman Gill, India's vice-captain, has praised the current Indian batting line-up with the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. He believes that it is the best set-up he has been a part of. The team's consistent batting performance since 2022 has helped them reach the finals of consecutive ICC tournaments - the 2023 World Cup and the ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy. Along with the experienced batsmen, the team also has quality young players like KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, and Shreyas Iyer, creating a strong batting depth. Gill has also taken on the responsibility of mentoring and motivating younger players in the team. As they gear up for the final against New Zealand, Gill talks about the upcoming game and the discussions on the pitch. Fans can stay updated on the Champions Trophy and track their favorite team's performance with the latest Points Table, Most Runs, and Most Wickets leaderboards.
In a thrilling Champions Trophy match, Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran delivered a masterful performance, scoring an outstanding 177 runs and setting a new record for the highest individual score in the tournament's history. He also became the first Afghan player to score centuries in both the World Cup and Champions Trophy. With contributions from Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi and Azamatullah Omarzai, Afghanistan finished at 325/5 after 50 overs. Now, England will need to put up a strong batting effort to stay in the tournament.
The highly anticipated film, Chhaava, has received a great response at the box office with a promising opening day collection of Rs. 33.10 crores. This is largely due to the increased footfalls on Valentine's Day, especially amongst younger couples. With a strong performance from the Maharashtra region, the film is set to reach the coveted Rs. 100 crore mark in its opening weekend and even has the potential to become the first film of 2025 to join the Rs. 200 crore club. Stay tuned for updates from various box office sources!
Team India's all-rounder Washington Sundar made a strong impact in the second T20I against England by dismissing opener Ben Duckett on his very first ball of the spell. Duckett, who was looking to play a reverse-sweep, fell for just three runs, giving India an early breakthrough in the powerplay. Despite England's promise to play aggressively, India's spinners have managed to put up a strong performance so far in the series. Stay updated with Sportskeeda for live updates on the IPL 2025 auction.
Dr Agarwal's Healthcare, a leading eyecare service provider in India, has announced the price band and opening dates for its highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO). Backed by major investors, the company plans to raise over Rs 3,000 crore through a mix of fresh issue and offer for sale of shares. The IPO has reserved a portion for retail investors, high-net-worth individuals, and eligible employees, with a minimum bid of 35 shares. With a strong financial performance and a growing presence in South and Western India, Dr Agarwal's Healthcare is poised for a successful listing on the stock exchanges. Stay updated with the latest business news and market updates on Zee Business.
The highly-anticipated five-match T20I series between India and England kicks off with a bang as Suryakumar Yadav leads India against new england coach Brendon McCullum. With both teams looking to experiment with their combinations and assess form ahead of the Champions Trophy, all eyes will be on Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian team. On the other side, England boasts a strong and varied line-up, including Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, making for an intriguing match-up. Stay updated with our live blog from correspondent Sayak Dutta at Eden Gardens.
Follow all the action from Estadio da Luz as Barcelona secure their spot in the Champions League round of 16 with a thrilling 5-4 victory against Benfica. Both teams put on a show for the fans, with Benfica fighting to stay in the competition and Barcelona looking to secure their place without a playoff. Despite a strong effort from Benfica, Barcelona's impressive form in the Champions League continues.
After a disappointing first day for both teams, Pakistan and West Indies are gearing up to give their fans an exciting match in the 1st Test in Multan. Pakistan's bowlers will look to take early wickets and put pressure on the West Indies batting line-up, while the visitors will aim to solidify their position and put up a strong total. Stay tuned for live updates and commentary as the two teams battle it out on Day 2.
The long-awaited film Game Changer, starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, has finally hit the screens with a bang. Despite facing multiple delays due to the pandemic, the movie has raked in a whopping Rs 32.41 crore on its first day, breaking box office records. With positive reviews from critics and a strong advance booking response, this Shankar directorial is set to be a blockbuster hit. Stay updated on all the latest news about Game Changer's progress at the box office.