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Teen Hits 97 Off 29 Balls in Cricket Playoff Stunner
Sports7h ago

Teen Hits 97 Off 29 Balls in Cricket Playoff Stunner

A 15-year-old cricket phenom smashed 97 runs in one of the sport's most explosive performances ever, nearly breaking a legendary record. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's breathtaking innings led his team to victory and proved age is just a number when talent meets courage.

BBC Sport2 min read
Sophie Ecclestone: From 5 Days Indoors to World Cup Hope
Community Heroes7h ago

Sophie Ecclestone: From 5 Days Indoors to World Cup Hope

England's star cricket spinner Sophie Ecclestone is back with a smile after opening up about her mental health struggle that nearly ended her career. Now she's leading her team toward World Cup glory on home soil.

BBC Sport3 min read
Teen Hits 97 Off 29 Balls in Stunning Cricket Playoff Win
Sports10h ago

Teen Hits 97 Off 29 Balls in Stunning Cricket Playoff Win

A 15-year-old phenom smashed 12 sixes in eight overs to lead his team to victory in a major playoff game. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell just three runs short of breaking a legendary record while becoming the season's top scorer.

BBC Sport3 min read
15-Year-Old Shatters IPL Sixes Record With 97-Run Blitz
Sports13h ago

15-Year-Old Shatters IPL Sixes Record With 97-Run Blitz

Indian teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi just broke cricket's most explosive record, smashing 12 sixes in a single game to eclipse a mark that stood for 13 years. The 15-year-old's incredible 97 off just 29 balls has cricket fans worldwide cheering for the sport's youngest superstar.

ABC Australia2 min read
New Zealand Cricketers Score Back-to-Back Centuries in Belfast
Sports19h ago

New Zealand Cricketers Score Back-to-Back Centuries in Belfast

Two New Zealand cricketers turned around a struggling match with back-to-back centuries at Ireland's Stormont ground, thrilling fans at the historic first Test meeting between the nations. After losing four wickets early, the teammates fought back with an impressive 217-run partnership.

BBC Sport2 min read
15-Year-Old Hits 97 in 29 Balls to Lead Team to Victory
Sports22h ago

15-Year-Old Hits 97 in 29 Balls to Lead Team to Victory

Teen cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 97 runs from just 29 balls in a playoff game, breaking records and leaving fans speechless. The 15-year-old's explosive performance helped Rajasthan Royals win by 47 runs and moved them one step closer to the championship.

BBC Sport3 min read
Teen Cricketer Breaks 14-Year Record With 97 Runs in 29 Balls
Sports1d ago

Teen Cricketer Breaks 14-Year Record With 97 Runs in 29 Balls

A 15-year-old Indian cricket prodigy just shattered Chris Gayle's IPL record for most sixes in a season, hitting 12 home runs in a single knockout match. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi came within three runs of breaking another legendary record in the same explosive performance.

Indian Express2 min read
South Africa's Women Eye First Cricket World Cup Title
Sports1d ago

South Africa's Women Eye First Cricket World Cup Title

After three straight World Cup finals without a trophy, South Africa's women's cricket team heads to England with renewed confidence and their strongest squad yet. Coach Mandla Mashimbyi says he's already picturing the final at Lord's.

Daily Maverick2 min read
RCB Captain Patidar Leads Team to Second Straight IPL Final
Sports1d ago

RCB Captain Patidar Leads Team to Second Straight IPL Final

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar smashed an unbeaten 93 runs off just 33 balls, powering his team to a commanding 92-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. The win sends RCB to their second consecutive IPL final, marking a remarkable achievement for the franchise.

The Hindu2 min read
15-Year-Old Cricket Phenom Stuns Pros in IPL 2026
Sports2d ago

15-Year-Old Cricket Phenom Stuns Pros in IPL 2026

Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player in IPL history and delivered performances that left cricket legends speechless. The teenager celebrated his 15th birthday by fearlessly taking on the world's best bowlers.

The Hindu2 min read
England's Gibson Shines in T20 Series Win Over New Zealand
Sports2d ago

England's Gibson Shines in T20 Series Win Over New Zealand

England claimed a decisive 2-1 series victory against New Zealand after bowling out the defending T20 World Cup champions for just 80 runs in blazing sunshine at Hove. Dani Gibson's career-best performance and a dominant spin attack showcase England's strength ahead of the home World Cup in June.

BBC Sport2 min read
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Community Heroes4d ago

Mexico's Beloved Cri-Cri Turned Down Disney in the 1940s

For nearly 90 years, Francisco Gabilondo Soler's singing cricket character has taught generations of Mexican children through whimsical songs. The creator was so respected that Walt Disney personally tried to recruit him.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
Prince Yadav: Village Cricket Dreams to IPL Success
Community Heroes4d ago

Prince Yadav: Village Cricket Dreams to IPL Success

A young fast bowler from a small village near Delhi rose from tennis-ball cricket to becoming one of the IPL's most promising talents. Prince Yadav's journey from his modest family home in Dariyapur Khurd to dismissing world-class batters shows how dedication can transform dreams into reality. ---

Times of India - Good News2 min read
Thailand, Japan, Laos Partner on Cricket Farming Innovation
Innovation5d ago

Thailand, Japan, Laos Partner on Cricket Farming Innovation

Three nations are joining forces to turn edible crickets into a solution for global food security. Khon Kaen University is leading research to bring sustainable protein from Thailand's Isan region to tables worldwide.

Google News - Japan Innovation2 min read
Afghan Women Cricketers Return to International Play
Community Heroes6d ago

Afghan Women Cricketers Return to International Play

After five years away from international cricket, Afghanistan's displaced female players will tour England next month in a powerful comeback. The refugee team includes athletes who fled the Taliban and refused to let their dreams die.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Afghanistan Women's Cricket Team Tours England This June
Community HeroesMay 21

Afghanistan Women's Cricket Team Tours England This June

Exiled Afghan female cricketers, banned from their homeland since the Taliban took power in 2021, will tour England this summer as they fight for international recognition. The tour marks another milestone in their journey to reclaim their right to play.

BBC Sport2 min read
India's First Trans Woman Cricket Umpire Takes the Field
Community HeroesMay 21

India's First Trans Woman Cricket Umpire Takes the Field

Rithika Sri was once turned away at the gate despite having credentials to officiate. Today, she's making history as India's first trans woman cricket umpire, calling matches across Tamil Nadu with her sights set on the IPL.

The Better India3 min read
Cricketer Learns of India Call-Up at Airport Gate
SportsMay 21

Cricketer Learns of India Call-Up at Airport Gate

Harsh Dubey thought his flight delay was the day's biggest frustration until a phone call changed everything. The 23-year-old spinner discovered he'd made India's national cricket squad when confused congratulations flooded his phone at Chennai airport.

The Hindu2 min read
England's Capsey Scores Unbeaten 74 in T20 Win Over NZ
SportsMay 21

England's Capsey Scores Unbeaten 74 in T20 Win Over NZ

Alice Capsey's brilliant 74-run performance led England to a seven-wicket victory over defending T20 World Cup champions New Zealand. The 21-year-old's confidence showcases England's rising talent ahead of the World Cup.

BBC Sport2 min read
Baseball Explodes in India: 12 Teams to 2,000 Kids in 3 Years
InnovationMay 20

Baseball Explodes in India: 12 Teams to 2,000 Kids in 3 Years

In a cricket-obsessed nation, baseball participation has skyrocketed from 150 players to nearly 2,000 in just three years. Now MLB is doubling down with a major partnership to bring America's pastime to one of the world's biggest sports markets.

MLB News3 min read

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