Brijesh Sharma, a Jammu and Kashmir pacer, has made his IPL debut. He is playing for Rajasthan Royals against Chennai Super Kings. Reporters at TOI Sports Desk provide comprehensive sports updates.
Mumbai Indians secured a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, marking their first opening match win in the IPL since 2012. Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton’s impressive half-centuries propelled Mumbai to chase down the target of 221 runs. The win came after a commanding opening stand of 148 runs between Sharma and Rickelton.
Jeff Jarrett has suggested that John Cena should come out of retirement and return to the ring for WWE. Jarrett believes the business is better with John Cena involved. He feels Cena could be a valuable asset in many roles and suggests he could wrestle a few times a year.
Uzbekistan will host Venezuela in their final international friendly clash of the FIFA Series. Uzbekistan are hoping to build on their recent triumph, while Venezuela are looking to continue their 100% start to 2026. Managed by Fabio Cannavaro, Uzbekistan have only tasted defeat once since November 2024.
Former European champion Adam Gemili has retired from athletics at the age of 32. Gemili made the Team GB squad for the Olympics in his home city at London 2012. He was also the 2014 European champion over 200m.
Charlotte Dujardin has withdrawn from competing at the 2026 World Cup Finals in Fort Worth, Texas. The British Equestrian Federation has stated they fully support and respect the privacy of Dujardin’s decision. The withdrawal is reportedly unrelated to a video taken in Amsterdam and there is no investigation taking place.
Nikki Bella seemingly suffered a leg injury during a tag team match on SmackDown. The injury occurred during a brawl with Nia Jax. The severity of the injury is unknown, but it may impact her status for WrestleMania 42.
UEFA is planning to freeze most of the ticket prices for the 2028 men’s European Championship, in stark contrast to FIFA’s policy for this summer’s World Cup. The cheapest category ticket will be approximately £26. English Football Association chief executive Mark Bullingham said “approximately half” of the three million tickets available will be in the two cheapest categories.
Rajasthan Royals will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati on Monday. Both teams are aiming to reset after disappointing 2025 seasons. The spotlight will be on Sanju Samson, who faces his former franchise for the first time after a decade-long association with the Royals.
The 2026 men’s Final Four is set with UConn facing Illinois and Arizona battling Michigan. Experts are analysing each team’s journey to the final weekend of the NCAA tournament. They are also identifying the critical factors that could lead to victory.
