Sunday, May 03
A Rs 100 crore defamation suit has been filed against actress Khushi Mukherjee by social media personality Faizan Ansari. Ansari alleges Mukherjee's remarks about T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav were false and damaging. Mukherjee claims her comments were misinterpreted and denies any romantic involvement, stating any past communication was friendly and limited.
Japanese wrestling champion Yui Susaki, a four-time world champion and Olympic gold medalist, expressed her desire to face Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat again after a surprising defeat. Susaki views the loss as a crucial learning experience, fueling her ambition for future Olympic gold medals and inspiring others with her resilience.
Harleen Deol's unbeaten 64 guided UP Warriorz to their first WPL 2026 win, defeating defending champions Mumbai Indians by seven wickets. Deol's stellar performance anchored the chase after Mumbai's Nat Sciver-Brunt's 65 had earlier propelled them to 161 for five. UPW sealed the target with seven wickets in hand.
Japanese wrestling champion Yui Susaki, a four-time world champion and Olympic gold medalist, expressed her desire to face Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat again after a surprising defeat. Susaki views the loss as a crucial learning experience, fueling her ambition for future Olympic gold medals and inspiring others with her resilience.
Bangladesh cricket faces turmoil as a BCB director's remarks spark player boycott threats and jeopardize World Cup participation. The board distanced itself from the comments, emphasizing player welfare, while security concerns over playing in India persist. Former players and associations condemned the public criticism, highlighting damage to the sport's image.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape sealed a playoff berth with a dominant 63-run bonus-point win over Joburg Super Kings at St George’s Park. Debutant James Coles starred with an unbeaten fifty and two wickets, while Senuran Muthusamy’s spin strangled JSK.
Danish badminton player Anders Antonsen withdrew from the India Open for the third consecutive year due to extreme air pollution in Delhi, citing hazardous air quality readings. The world No. 3's decision resulted in a $5,000 fine from the Badminton World Federation. Meanwhile, a monkey was spotted in the stadium stands, drawing attention but not disrupting play.
