India A Squad Announced for Sri Lanka Tri-Series The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has finalized the 15-member squad for the upcoming one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, with 23-year-old batter Tilak Varma appointed as captain for the June 2026 assignment. The series will feature India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A, with all white-ball matches scheduled to take place in Dambulla. The tour will also include two multi-day matches against Sri Lanka A in Galle following the limited-overs competition. The squad includes several emerging talents from domestic and franchise circuits, with Priyansh Arya and teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among the standout inclusions. Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag has been named vice-captain, reflecting the selectors’ emphasis on nurturing young leadership. Priyansh, who has made an impression in recent white-ball competitions, is joined by Sooryavanshi, one of the most talked-about young prospects in Indian cricket. The squad also features wicketkeepers Prabhsimran Singh and Kumar Kushagra, as well as bowlers like Anshul Kamboj, who was rewarded for his strong performances, including his IPL 2026 campaign. Other notable players in the squad include Ayush Badoni, Nishant Sindhu, Harsh Dubey, Vipraj Nigam, Yash Thakur, Yudhvir Singh, and Arshad Khan. The BCCI confirmed that the red-ball leg of the tour, comprising two multi-day matches in Galle, will be announced separately at a later date. The tri-series schedule spans from June 9 to June 21, 2026, with matches played across Dambulla and Galle.#bcci #tilak_varma #sri_lanka_a #afghanistan_a #dambulla
India 'A' Squad Announced for Sri Lanka Tri-Series The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the 15-member squad for the men's one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, set to begin in June. The team, captained by Hyderabad's Tilak Varma, will face Sri Lanka and Afghanistan's 'A' teams in the tournament. Varma will be supported by Assam's Rian Parag as his deputy. Among the notable inclusions is 21-year-old Rajasthan Royals' young talent Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has been selected for his impressive form. Suryavanshi, currently in stellar form, has scored 440 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 236.56, including 40 sixes. His recent performances have caught the attention of selectors, with his standout display in the Under-19 World Cup final against England playing a key role. In that match, he scored 175 runs to help India secure the title. The tri-series will feature matches against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan's 'A' teams, with the tournament following a double round-robin format. The final is scheduled for June 21, where the top two teams will face off. Additionally, the Indian 'A' team will play two multi-day matches against Sri Lanka's 'A' squad, with the series split between white-ball and red-ball formats. The squad includes other prominent players such as Priyansh Arya, Prabh Simran Singh, Anshul Kabra, and Sourav Shedge, who have been performing well in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The tournament will start on June 9, marking a significant opportunity for emerging talents like Suryavanshi to showcase their skills at a higher level. The inclusion of Suryavanshi highlights the BCCI's focus on nurturing young talent, as he continues to build his reputation with consistent performances.#bcci #rajasthan_royals #vaibhav_suryavanshi #tilak_varma #indian_premlieue_2026
--- Cricket Highlights Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals (IPL 2026) Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 47 runs in a dominant performance. Star Performer: Openers Abhishek Sharma (101 not out) and Shivam Dube (52) led SRH to a strong total of 198/3. Context: SRH's victory added to their tally in IPL 2026, while DC struggled with batting and fielding. Tilak Varma's Century (Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans) Achievement: Mumbai Indians' Tilak Varma scored an unbeaten 101 against Gujarat Titans, guiding his team to a crucial win. Quote: Varma credited his performance to adapting to match conditions, stating, "Playing under pressure and adjusting to the pitch was key." Women's Cricket (India vs South Africa) Series Context: India Women's team faces South Africa Women in a T20 series, aiming to recover from a 2-0 loss in the first two matches. Preparation: The Indian squad is focused on tactical adjustments and mental resilience for the upcoming matches. Other IPL 2026 Updates Chennai Super Kings (CSK): CSK suffered a setback, losing to Punjab Kings in a high-stakes match. Shreyas Iyer's Role: Punjab Kings' captain Shreyas Iyer is balancing leadership and batting responsibilities, leading his team to a perfect 1-0 start. Schedule Concerns: Captains Shubman Gill (India) and Gautam Gambhir (CSK) expressed dissatisfaction with the IPL 2026 schedule, citing lack of rest between matches. --- Other Sports News Badminton: Shri Dharam Babu (Telangana) was elected President of the Badminton Association of Telangana (BAT). Tennis: Carlos Alcaraz and Sabalenko won prestigious Laureus Awards for Sportsman of the Year and Sports Woman of the Year, respectively. Shooting: Shiv Narwal (India) won gold in the 10m Air Pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, scoring 241.8 points.#shivam_dube #abhishek_sharma #sunrisers_hyderabad #delhi_capitals #tilak_varma
Gujarat Titans' Three-Match Winning Streak Ends as Mumbai Indians Dominate in IPL 2026 Gujarat Titans' impressive three-match winning streak was interrupted on Monday as Mumbai Indians secured a commanding 99-run victory over the Titans in the 30th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. This win marked a significant turnaround for the Mumbai Indians, who ended their four-match losing streak and climbed to seventh place in the points table. The match also saw Tilak Varma deliver a standout performance, scoring an unbeaten 101 runs to become the leading run-scorer for the five-time champions. However, Varma’s tally did not yet place him in the Orange Cap race, which remains dominated by Heinrich Klaasen of Sunrisers Hyderabad. Shubman Gill of Gujarat Titans, who had previously held the second position in the Orange Cap standings, missed the opportunity to reclaim the top spot. Gill scored only 14 runs in the match, bringing his total to 265 runs in five matches at an average of 53 and a strike rate of 151.42. His performance, while solid, fell short of the mark needed to surpass Klaasen, who maintained his lead with 283 runs in six innings at an average of 47.16 and a strike rate of 144.38. The top five run-scorers in the IPL 2026 are now: Klaasen (283), Gill (265), Virat Kohli (247), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (246), and Rajat Patidar (230). Meanwhile, the bowlers’ race saw Prasidh Krishna of Gujarat Titans make progress toward the Purple Cap. Krishna claimed one wicket in the match, raising his total to 12 scalps in six matches at an average of 19.83. His performance brought him closer to the coveted Purple Cap, which is currently held by Anshul Kamboj of Chennai Super Kings. Kamboj leads the wicket-takers’ list with 13 wickets in six matches at an average of 16.23 and a strike rate of 10.#shubman_gill #heinrich_klaasen #gujarat_titans #mumbai_indians #tilak_varma
Rohit Sharma Joins Mumbai Indians Fan Festa with Daughter Samaira A video shared by Mumbai Indians on their official social media accounts captured Rohit Sharma dancing alongside teammates during a festive event at the team’s training camp. The clip also showed Tilak Varma carrying Sharma’s daughter, Samaira, while current captain Hardik Pandya attended the gathering with his girlfriend, Mahieka Sharma. The event, which brought players and fans together ahead of the new IPL season, featured a relaxed and celebratory atmosphere as the team prepared for their opening fixture against Kolkata Knight Riders on March 29 at the Wankhede Stadium. Sharma’s appearance on stage drew massive cheers from the crowd, with fans expressing excitement over his return to the team. The five-time IPL champions began their training camp earlier this week, shifting focus to the upcoming season under Pandya’s leadership. Sharma, who will once again play for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026, is aiming to contribute to the team’s title ambitions. Sharma’s form heading into the new season has been highlighted by his strong performance in IPL 2025. After a slow start to the tournament, he regained his rhythm in the latter stages, delivering consistent performances in crucial matches. He finished the season with 418 runs in 15 games, including two consecutive half-centuries, which played a key role in Mumbai Indians’ playoff run. During the campaign, Sharma also reached the milestone of 6,000 IPL runs, becoming only the second player in the league’s history to achieve this feat. With his focus now primarily on ODIs for India and the IPL, Sharma is entering the new season with momentum and a settled role in the team.#hardik_pandya #rohit_sharma #mumbai_indians #tilak_varma #samaira_sharma
T20 WC: Shivam's Role Will Be Very Important, Says Childhood Coach Satish Ahead Of Semis Clash Satish Samant, the childhood coach of Shivam Mavi, has emphasized the importance of the player's contribution ahead of the T20 World Cup semifinal match. Samant highlighted that Shivam's role will be crucial for the team's success, particularly in the high-stakes encounter. In addition to Shivam, Samant expressed confidence in several key players, including captain Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, and Tilak Varma. He noted that these players have a strong understanding of the playing conditions due to their regular participation with the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The team's familiarity with the venue, where they have extensive practice, is expected to give them an edge. Samant’s comments were shared with IANS, where he elaborated on the team's preparedness. "The players of the Mumbai Indians are more accustomed to playing on this surface," he said. "Hardik is there, and Suryakumar is the captain. Shivam also has a very important role to play." The coach’s remarks underscore the team's reliance on their IPL experience, which has shaped their adaptability to the tournament's conditions. With the semifinal approaching, the focus remains on leveraging this advantage to secure a strong position in the competition.#hardik_pandya #shivam_mavi #satish_samant #surayakumar_yadav #tilak_varma
