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Bobby Deol's impactful portrayal of Abrar Haque in 'Animal' stemmed from a single photograph. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga saw a powerful expression in a CCL picture, leading to the role. Despite initial hesitation about a mute character and a long waiting period, Deol embraced the challenge, earning his father Dharmendra's pride.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced an innings that felt like a glimpse into cricket's future, smashing 97 off just 29 balls in the IPL Eliminator, leaving Sunrisers Hyderabad with no answers. Though he fell three runs short of a record-breaking century, the 15-year-old's fearless strokeplay, tactical maturity and breathtaking power ensured Mullanpur witnessed an innings that may live forever in IPL folklore.

Juhi Chawla celebrates her son Arjun Mehta's graduation from Columbia University, following daughter Jahnavi's similar academic success at the Ivy League institution. Juhi shared joyful glimpses of Arjun's New York ceremony, highlighting his proud walk across the stage. The family's academic achievements continue to shine.

Virat Kohli's explosive 43 off 25 balls against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 was cut short by Jason Holder. Despite the dismissal, Kohli achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first player to score 600+ runs in four consecutive IPL seasons. His knock, though ending prematurely, showcased his formidable form.

Arjun Tendulkar made his IPL debut for Lucknow Super Giants against Punjab Kings, bowling his first over immediately after the Powerplay and impressing with his line and length. He also remained unbeaten on five runs as LSG posted 196/6. Josh Inglis and Ayush Badoni were key contributors with the bat for LSG.

Bobby Deol recently reflected on the massive success of Animal and how the film completely changed the perception surrounding his career. Speaking to Shekhar Suman on his chat show, the actor opened up about his comeback journey, his struggles, and his emotional bond with father Dharmendra.

Shreyas Iyer's maiden IPL century powered Punjab Kings to a crucial seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Iyer's magnificent 100, coupled with a 140-run partnership with Prabhsimran Singh, guided PBKS to 15 points. Their playoff fate now hinges on the Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians match.

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan achieved their 10th century partnership in T20s, equalling a record held by legendary pairs. They reached this milestone in just 46 innings, significantly faster than others. The Gujarat Titans duo also set an IPL record with their seventh opening century stand.

A freak train accident altered Arshad Khan's cricket path, forcing him from batting to left-arm pace. His remarkable resilience and impressive performances, including in the IPL, have now earned him a maiden India A call-up for the Sri Lanka tour. This selection highlights his adaptability and promising future in the sport.

A former American football coach, David Steele, sees India's sports tech potential as immense. He believes the nation's ability to connect its vast grassroots networks with technology is key. Steele, now scouting startups, highlights how Indian innovators are building entire sporting systems, unlike the US focus on optimizing existing ones. This approach promises to democratize talent identification and development.

In a key development for the Uttar Pradesh T20 League, the fourth edition of the tournament will be shifted to Kanpur, with Green Park Stadium set to host the competition later this year.

Abhishek Bachchan struck a pose with Rahul Dravid as owners of a European T20 Premier League franchise, sparking excitement among fans. Bachchan, already involved in Kabaddi and football, expressed his commitment to establishing the league as a world-class European cricket tournament showcasing top international talent. The inaugural season will feature six city-based teams.

Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan recently shared a proud moment with cricketer Sanju Samson, calling it a proud moment for all Malayali cricket fans. Samson's impressive IPL form continues, while Priyadarshan marks his Bollywood return with 'Bhooth Bangla' after a hiatus. His last Mollywood film was 'Corona Papers'.

Former captain Tamim Iqbal, now heading an interim BCB committee, expressed disappointment over Bangladesh's mishandled exclusion from the T20 World Cup 2026. He believes the previous administration failed to find a compromise with the ICC, costing the country a valuable opportunity. Tamim also emphasized the strong relationship between the BCB and BCCI, assuring India of Bangladesh's safety for future tours.

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