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British Airways steward arrested 'after dancing naked in business class toilet following suspected drugs binge'

The shocking incident occurred as the steward was supposed to be serving meals on a packed flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow

Evening Standard · May 31, 2025

Delhi Capitals go big on 'desi' talent with late bulk buys at IPL mega auction

NEW DELHI: Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Capitals had a fantastic two-day mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia where they hogged the limelight with their marquee buy of star India batter KL Rahul.

The Times of India · Nov 26, 2024

EXCLUSIVE | I was desperate for India A call... dream is to play for the country: Baba Indrajith

Some twelve years back, Baba Indrajith was at one of the lowest points of his cricketing career when he wasn't picked for India U-19 squad for the World Cup. He was dejected but very happy for his twin brother Baba Aparajith who made the cut and had a good outing…

The Times of India · Oct 30, 2024

Mayank to lead Karnataka in the opening two Ranji fixtures; Gowtham misses out

Mayank Agarwal to lead Karnataka in Ranji Trophy; K. Gowtham excluded; younger players given a look in.

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023

Memories of Bishan Bedi — a man of integrity, wisdom and wit

Bedi was a cricketing great, a traditionalist, and a man of integrity. He was an anti-establishment figure who served cricket and its fans, not its administrators. He was the original smiling assassin, luring batters into giving him their wicket. He was the only Indian bowler with over 1500 First Class…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Shreevats Goswami retires from First Class cricket

Wicketkeeper-batter Shreevats Goswami took to X to announce his retirement from First Class cricket on October 19.

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Rachin Ravindra: the World Cup breakout star from New Zealand with Indian roots

Rachin Ravindra, born in NZ to Indian parents, knew cricket was his life. He made his Test debut in India, followed by his World Cup debut in Ahmedabad, where he scored an unbeaten 123. He's a handy left-arm spinner too, and loves Test cricket for its drama. He's had stints…

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Vidwath Kaverappa’s uncomplicated ‘top of off’ mantra works a treat

The 24-year-old Karnataka pacer dominated the Duleep Trophy, snaring the likes of Pujara, Suryakumar and Sarfaraz. With his impeccable control, natural outswing and ability to also shape the ball in, he is one of the country’s most exciting fast-bowling prospects

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

Duleep Trophy 2023: Central Zone wins by 170 runs against East Zone and secures semifinal spot

Saurabh Kumar’s career-best First Class bowling figures helped Central Zone beat East Zone by 170 runs to book a semifinal spot in the Duleep Trophy 2023–24 edition on day four at the Alur (I) Cricket Ground.

The Hindu · Jul 1, 2023

Duleep Trophy 2023: Spotlight on skippers Shivam Mavi and Abhimanyu Easwaran as Central Zone takes on East Zone

The 24-year-old Mavi featured in just four First Class matches in the 2022–23 season and has not played any competitive game since the week of his India T20I debut in late January. Bengaluru: Shivam Mavi will make his First Class captaincy debut with Central Zone during the season-opening Duleep Trophy…

The Hindu · Jun 27, 2023