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From Virat Kohli to KL Rahul here is a look at five batters fastest to 5000 IPL runs. The illustrious list also features iconic names like David Warner, AB de Villiers and Shikhar Dhawan.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to KL Rahul, 5 batters fastest to 5000 IPL runs

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From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh.&nbsp;

From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have been dealt a huge blow a week before the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season after star bowler Akash Deep was ruled out on Saturday (Mar 21). The Indian pacer who made headlines during India's tour of England last year in the red-ball format will miss the entire season. The injury crisis comes after Harshit Rana and new signing Matheesha Pathirana are also struggling with injuries.<h2>Akash Deep ruled out</h2>A top official from Kolkata Knight Riders has confirmed the development to Cricbuzz. "Unfortunately, he is out of the IPL, ruled out for the season," the KKR official said. The 29-year-old Bengal pacer was picked by the franchise at his base price of INR 1 crore at last year's mini-auction in Abu Dhabi.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;Akash Deep was not part of the franchise's preparatory camp, having instead been at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence for rehabilitation. His absence adds to a growing list of concerns in KKR's fast-bowling department.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Harshit Rana is all but ruled out, while Matheesha Pathirana is expected to miss parts of the first half of the tournament, leaving the side short on both availability and experience. KKR had already made a change in the lead-up to the season, bringing in Blessing Muzarabani as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman, but beyond that, their fast-bowling resources now appear thin.&nbsp;Their Indian seam options currently comprise Vaibhav Arora, Umran Malik and Kartik Tyagi, with Cameron Green providing a seam-bowling allrounder option. The franchise is also conducting trials for an Indian fast bowler, with a replacement for Rana a priority as they look to rebuild a depleted pace attack ahead of the new season.

Akash Deep who made headlines during India tour of England last year in the red-ball format will miss the entire season. The injury crisis comes after Harshit Rana and new signing Matheesha Pathirana are also struggling with injuries.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have been dealt a huge blow a week before the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season after star bowler Akash Deep was ruled out on Saturday (Mar 21). The Indian pacer who made headlines during India's tour of England last year in the red-ball format will miss the entire season. The injury crisis comes after Harshit Rana and new signing Matheesha Pathirana are also struggling with injuries. Akash Deep ruled out A top official from Kolkata Knight Riders has confirmed the development to Cricbuzz. "Unfortunately, he is out of the IPL, ruled out for the season," the KKR official said. The 29-year-old Bengal pacer was picked by the franchise at his base price of INR 1 crore at last year's mini-auction in Abu Dhabi. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Akash Deep was not part of the franchise's preparatory camp, having instead been at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence for rehabilitation. His absence adds to a growing list of concerns in KKR's fast-bowling department. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Harshit Rana is all but ruled out, while Matheesha Pathirana is expected to miss parts of the first half of the tournament, leaving the side short on both availability and experience. KKR had already made a change in the lead-up to the season, bringing in Blessing Muzarabani as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman, but beyond that, their fast-bowling resources now appear thin. Their Indian seam options currently comprise Vaibhav Arora, Umran Malik and Kartik Tyagi, with Cameron Green providing a seam-bowling allrounder option. The franchise is also conducting trials for an Indian fast bowler, with a replacement for Rana a priority as they look to rebuild a depleted pace attack ahead of the new season.

Akash Deep who made headlines during India's tour of England last year in the red-ball format will miss the entire season. The injury crisis comes after Harshit Rana and new signing Matheesha Pathirana are also struggling with injuries.

After Harshit Rana KKR dealt another injury blow, Akash Deep ruled out of IPL 2026

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and AB de Villiers as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions. 

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and AB de Villiers as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions.&nbsp;

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant, 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title

Former India batter Robin Uthappa has hinted that the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season will be MS Dhoni’s last as he enters the twilight of his career. Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, confirmed availability for the upcoming season and will feature for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as they bid for a record sixth title. According to Uthappa, the upcoming season will be his last with the Yellow Army as they look to give him a happy sendoff.<h2>MS Dhoni to play last IPL?</h2>“I don't think CSK should hand over the leadership duties to Sanju Samson. You have to give Ruturaj Gaikwad time to settle as captain. He has been leading the team since 2024. No matter what people say, he is coming out of the shadow of MS Dhoni. You want him to come out completely and stand in his own light. You want to see what he can produce,” Uthappa said.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;“You want him to lead the team when MS is not playing and stand on his own, without that overwhelming feeling of always being under that energy. So I think you can see Dhoni being a little more hands-off. IPL 2026 is likely to be his last year in the yellow jersey. I see him playing more of a mentor-cum-player role this year. I don't see him batting at number seven.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;“I see him batting at number eight. Knowing that he is on his way out, he wants to wean himself out. I think he will do that. Only then will we see the true potential of Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain. Give him a few years. If it doesn't work, you always have Sanju Samson in the team to handle the captaincy duties,” the 2007 T20 World Cup winner added.&nbsp;Under Dhoni’s captaincy, CSK won five IPL titles and will bid for a sixth one under Ruturaj Gaikwad’s captaincy. They will also have Sanju Samson in their ranks, who was traded from the Rajasthan Royals in November.&nbsp;CSK will kick start their IPL 2026 season on Monday (Mar 30) when they face Rajasthan Royals at their adopted home at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.

MS Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, confirmed availability for the upcoming season and will feature for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as they bid for a record sixth title.

Former India batter Robin Uthappa has hinted that the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season will be MS Dhoni’s last as he enters the twilight of his career. Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, confirmed availability for the upcoming season and will feature for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as they bid for a record sixth title. According to Uthappa, the upcoming season will be his last with the Yellow Army as they look to give him a happy sendoff. MS Dhoni to play last IPL? “I don't think CSK should hand over the leadership duties to Sanju Samson. You have to give Ruturaj Gaikwad time to settle as captain. He has been leading the team since 2024. No matter what people say, he is coming out of the shadow of MS Dhoni. You want him to come out completely and stand in his own light. You want to see what he can produce,” Uthappa said. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli “You want him to lead the team when MS is not playing and stand on his own, without that overwhelming feeling of always being under that energy. So I think you can see Dhoni being a little more hands-off. IPL 2026 is likely to be his last year in the yellow jersey. I see him playing more of a mentor-cum-player role this year. I don't see him batting at number seven. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds “I see him batting at number eight. Knowing that he is on his way out, he wants to wean himself out. I think he will do that. Only then will we see the true potential of Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain. Give him a few years. If it doesn't work, you always have Sanju Samson in the team to handle the captaincy duties,” the 2007 T20 World Cup winner added. Under Dhoni’s captaincy, CSK won five IPL titles and will bid for a sixth one under Ruturaj Gaikwad’s captaincy. They will also have Sanju Samson in their ranks, who was traded from the Rajasthan Royals in November. CSK will kick start their IPL 2026 season on Monday (Mar 30) when they face Rajasthan Royals at their adopted home at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.

MS Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, confirmed availability for the upcoming season and will feature for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as they bid for a record sixth title.

IPL 2026: MS Dhoni to bid adieu in upcoming season? Here's what former India batter said

For an athlete who built a career on rhythm, precision, and near-flawless execution, it is striking that Colin Jackson chooses to define his legacy not by perfection, but by acceptance. There is no bitterness when he speaks about the one medal that eluded him. No sense of something missing. Instead, there is clarity, almost calm, when he reflects on a journey that brought him 25 medals, multiple world titles, and a place among the greatest hurdlers the sport has seen.&nbsp;“I was excellent,” he said, while speaking to WION exclusively, pausing just enough to let the word settle. “Not perfect. And I’m happy with that.” It’s an outlook shaped as much by setbacks as by success. At 21, Jackson stood on the Olympic podium with a silver medal, an achievement most athletes spend a lifetime chasing. But for him, it came with an unintended consequence. “When you’re that young, you assume gold will come eventually,” he admits. “And I became complacent. In elite sport, there’s no space for that.”&nbsp;That realization became a turning point. What could have lingered as regret instead became fuel. In the years that followed, Jackson sharpened his focus, building a career defined by consistency and dominance across global competitions. If there is one thread that runs through his journey, it is balance, not just in hurdling, but in how he approached improvement. He never saw the sport as a sum of isolated skills. Sprinting, jumping, strength, flexibility, each element had to evolve together. “You have to sprint like a sprinter, jump like a long jumper, lift like a shot putter, and move like a gymnast,” he explains. “You can’t ignore any part of it.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-cheteshwar-pujara-backs-shubman-gill-to-bounce-back-after-t20-world-cup-snub-1774085132589">IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara backs Shubman Gill to bounce back after T20 World Cup snub</a>&nbsp;What set him apart, though, was not just the willingness to fix weaknesses, but the discipline to preserve strengths. It’s a subtle distinction, but one that often separates good athletes from great ones. “A lot of people focus only on what they’re bad at,” he says. “But keeping your strengths strong is just as important.” That mindset extended beyond training. Jackson credits the environment around him, rotating training partners, a driven coach, and, as he jokes, “very good genetics” from his parents, for sustaining his hunger over a long career.&nbsp;Today, as both a broadcaster and mentor, his perspective has widened. Watching the current generation, he sees individuality more than evolution. “Every hurdler has their own style, it’s like a fingerprint,” he says. “You can recognise them instantly.” What has changed, he adds with a laugh, is their physical presence. “They’re so much taller now. I feel like I’m in the land of giants.”&nbsp;But if the technical side of the sport hasn’t dramatically shifted, the role he plays in it certainly has. And it is here, away from the track, that Jackson finds a different kind of fulfillment. Analyzing races may come naturally, but helping shape athletes, being part of their journey, offers something deeper. “That’s how I give back,” he says. “Working with athletes, seeing them grow, that’s more satisfying.” His honesty also extends to the myths surrounding elite sport. The idea that top athletes live perfectly disciplined, hyper-healthy lives is one he quietly dismantles.&nbsp;“I drank a lot of coffee, ate sweets, didn’t always sleep well,” he admits. “It wasn’t perfect.” It’s a reminder that excellence is rarely as polished as it appears from the outside. Growing up, Jackson found inspiration in figures like Daley Thompson, whose dominance on the global stage made greatness feel tangible. In another sporting life, he might have pursued cricket, idolising fast bowler Michael Holding. Today, he watches the sport he once ruled with the same admiration, pointing to athletes like Grant Holloway and the depth of talent across disciplines.&nbsp;Beyond competition, his focus has also shifted toward purpose. Through his association with the Wings for Life World Run, organised by Red Bull, Jackson is part of a global effort to fund spinal cord injury research, an initiative he speaks about with genuine conviction. “When people run, they’re helping change lives,” he says. “That’s powerful.” And then there is the quieter side of Colin Jackson, the part that exists away from stadiums, cameras, and crowds. After years of constant interaction, he has come to value solitude in simple forms: a walk, a run, a coffee with a close friend.&nbsp;In those moments, there are no medals to chase, no records to break. Just the space to pause, reflect, and reset. Because in the end, his story is not about the absence of Olympic gold. It is about what came after, the lessons learned, the standards set, and the understanding that greatness does not require perfection. Sometimes, being excellent is enough.

'I was excellent, not perfect and I am happy to live with that': Colin Jackson on missing Olympic gold

For an athlete who built a career on rhythm, precision, and near-flawless execution, it is striking that Colin Jackson chooses to define his legacy not by perfection, but by acceptance. There is no bitterness when he speaks about the one medal that eluded him. No sense of something missing. Instead, there is clarity, almost calm, when he reflects on a journey that brought him 25 medals, multiple world titles, and a place among the greatest hurdlers the sport has seen. “I was excellent,” he said, while speaking to WION exclusively, pausing just enough to let the word settle. “Not perfect. And I’m happy with that.” It’s an outlook shaped as much by setbacks as by success. At 21, Jackson stood on the Olympic podium with a silver medal, an achievement most athletes spend a lifetime chasing. But for him, it came with an unintended consequence. “When you’re that young, you assume gold will come eventually,” he admits. “And I became complacent. In elite sport, there’s no space for that.” That realization became a turning point. What could have lingered as regret instead became fuel. In the years that followed, Jackson sharpened his focus, building a career defined by consistency and dominance across global competitions. If there is one thread that runs through his journey, it is balance, not just in hurdling, but in how he approached improvement. He never saw the sport as a sum of isolated skills. Sprinting, jumping, strength, flexibility, each element had to evolve together. “You have to sprint like a sprinter, jump like a long jumper, lift like a shot putter, and move like a gymnast,” he explains. “You can’t ignore any part of it.” Also Read: IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara backs Shubman Gill to bounce back after T20 World Cup snub What set him apart, though, was not just the willingness to fix weaknesses, but the discipline to preserve strengths. It’s a subtle distinction, but one that often separates good athletes from great ones. “A lot of people focus only on what they’re bad at,” he says. “But keeping your strengths strong is just as important.” That mindset extended beyond training. Jackson credits the environment around him, rotating training partners, a driven coach, and, as he jokes, “very good genetics” from his parents, for sustaining his hunger over a long career. Today, as both a broadcaster and mentor, his perspective has widened. Watching the current generation, he sees individuality more than evolution. “Every hurdler has their own style, it’s like a fingerprint,” he says. “You can recognise them instantly.” What has changed, he adds with a laugh, is their physical presence. “They’re so much taller now. I feel like I’m in the land of giants.” But if the technical side of the sport hasn’t dramatically shifted, the role he plays in it certainly has. And it is here, away from the track, that Jackson finds a different kind of fulfillment. Analyzing races may come naturally, but helping shape athletes, being part of their journey, offers something deeper. “That’s how I give back,” he says. “Working with athletes, seeing them grow, that’s more satisfying.” His honesty also extends to the myths surrounding elite sport. The idea that top athletes live perfectly disciplined, hyper-healthy lives is one he quietly dismantles. “I drank a lot of coffee, ate sweets, didn’t always sleep well,” he admits. “It wasn’t perfect.” It’s a reminder that excellence is rarely as polished as it appears from the outside. Growing up, Jackson found inspiration in figures like Daley Thompson, whose dominance on the global stage made greatness feel tangible. In another sporting life, he might have pursued cricket, idolising fast bowler Michael Holding. Today, he watches the sport he once ruled with the same admiration, pointing to athletes like Grant Holloway and the depth of talent across disciplines. Beyond competition, his focus has also shifted toward purpose. Through his association with the Wings for Life World Run, organised by Red Bull, Jackson is part of a global effort to fund spinal cord injury research, an initiative he speaks about with genuine conviction. “When people run, they’re helping change lives,” he says. “That’s powerful.” And then there is the quieter side of Colin Jackson, the part that exists away from stadiums, cameras, and crowds. After years of constant interaction, he has come to value solitude in simple forms: a walk, a run, a coffee with a close friend. In those moments, there are no medals to chase, no records to break. Just the space to pause, reflect, and reset. Because in the end, his story is not about the absence of Olympic gold. It is about what came after, the lessons learned, the standards set, and the understanding that greatness does not require perfection. Sometimes, being excellent is enough.

Welsh athlete Colin Jackson reflects on missing Olympic gold, lessons from complacency, and why true success goes beyond medals, records, and perfection

Shubman Gill will have a point to prove as the Gujarat Titans prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season, which starts on Saturday (Mar 28). Gill, India’s captain in ODI and Tests, was dropped from the T20 World Cup squad in January and will have a point to prove during IPL 2026. Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara highlighted the issue and why Gill would be more than prepared for the tournament, where he captains the the Gujarat Titans.<h2>Gill to prove a point in IPL 2026</h2>Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Game Plan – Know Your Team’, JioStar expert Pujara discussed how the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup snub could motivate Gill in IPL 2026. The Indian batter was instrumental in India’s Asia Cup success in September, but was sensationally omitted from the World Cup squad, with Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan instead coming into the frame.&nbsp;“The T20 World Cup squad snub will definitely fire up Shubman Gill. He is a quality player suited for all three formats. If he has a good IPL 2026 season, he will surely put his name in India’s T20I squad. He is leading the Test squad and is also the ODI captain,” Pujara said while answering about Gill.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;“He is a multi-format player. If he has a good season, he will be back in the scheme of things for the Indian team. There will be some pressure on him because he has not been part of the India squad in the shortest format. But at the same time, it is a great opportunity for him to carry on batting the way he has. He needs to try and accelerate a little more because that is something he has been working on. This IPL season is the perfect one for him to show he can bat at a strike rate of 150 to 160,” added Pujara.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;GT will start their IPL 2026 campaign under Shubman Gill’s captaincy on Mar 31 when they face Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. Their first home match will be on April 4 when they face the Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Shubman Gill was instrumental in India’s Asia Cup success in September, but was sensationally omitted from the World Cup squad, with Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan instead coming into the frame.

Shubman Gill will have a point to prove as the Gujarat Titans prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season, which starts on Saturday (Mar 28). Gill, India’s captain in ODI and Tests, was dropped from the T20 World Cup squad in January and will have a point to prove during IPL 2026. Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara highlighted the issue and why Gill would be more than prepared for the tournament, where he captains the the Gujarat Titans. Gill to prove a point in IPL 2026 Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Game Plan – Know Your Team’, JioStar expert Pujara discussed how the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup snub could motivate Gill in IPL 2026. The Indian batter was instrumental in India’s Asia Cup success in September, but was sensationally omitted from the World Cup squad, with Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan instead coming into the frame. “The T20 World Cup squad snub will definitely fire up Shubman Gill. He is a quality player suited for all three formats. If he has a good IPL 2026 season, he will surely put his name in India’s T20I squad. He is leading the Test squad and is also the ODI captain,” Pujara said while answering about Gill. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds “He is a multi-format player. If he has a good season, he will be back in the scheme of things for the Indian team. There will be some pressure on him because he has not been part of the India squad in the shortest format. But at the same time, it is a great opportunity for him to carry on batting the way he has. He needs to try and accelerate a little more because that is something he has been working on. This IPL season is the perfect one for him to show he can bat at a strike rate of 150 to 160,” added Pujara. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli GT will start their IPL 2026 campaign under Shubman Gill’s captaincy on Mar 31 when they face Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. Their first home match will be on April 4 when they face the Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Shubman Gill was instrumental in India’s Asia Cup success in September, but was sensationally omitted from the World Cup squad, with Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan instead coming into the frame.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara backs Shubman Gill to bounce back after T20 World Cup snub

Mumbai Indians (MI) look to have one of the strongest squads going into the 19th season of the Indian Premier League. Here's who all made it to their final 25 for IPL 2026.

Mumbai Indians (MI) look to have one of the strongest squads going into the 19th season of the Indian Premier League. Here's who all made it to their final 25 for IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Check out MI final squad; batters, bowlers, keepers and more

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From Mitchell Starc to Matheesha Pathirana, here's a look at the five key players missing early IPL 2026 matches. This list also includes Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Lockie Ferguson.

From Mitchell Starc to Matheesha Pathirana, 5 key players missing early IPL 2026 matches

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has stated that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will go ahead as scheduled, despite uncertainty over Iran’s participation due to regional conflicts with Israel and the United States. The tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, will feature 104 matches, beginning on June 11 in Mexico City and concluding with the final on July 19 in New Jersey. Iran has already qualified for the 48‑team tournament and been placed in Group G, with scheduled group matches against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Los Angeles and Seattle. However, the ongoing regional conflict has raised questions about whether they will be able to compete in the United States.&nbsp;Despite this, Infantino said that FIFA expects all 48 teams to participate and compete with respect and fairness. He said FIFA is preparing for the tournament as scheduled and hopes to confirm all teams soon.&nbsp;"FIFA is looking forward to all teams participating at the World Cup to compete in a spirit of fair play and mutual respect," Infantino said during an online FIFA Council meeting from Zurich, as quoted by France24. "We have a schedule. We will soon have the 48 competing teams confirmed, and we want the World Cup to go ahead as scheduled," the FIFA President added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-teams-will-come-hard-at-us-virat-kohli-warns-rcb-teammates-ahead-of-ipl-2026-1774066117859">‘Teams will come hard at us’: Virat Kohli warns RCB teammates ahead of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;FIFA President's comments came just a few days after Mehdi Taj, who is President of the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI), said that Iran is in talks with FIFA to relocate its World Cup 2026 group matches to Mexico instead in USA, citing serious concerns about the team's security and political tensions surrounding the tournament. In a post on X, Taj stated that US President Donald Trump has explicitly indicated that he cannot ensure the safety of the Iranian national team, a remark that has deepened Tehran's apprehensions about travelling to the US for World Cup fixtures.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-set-to-return-to-belfast-after-19-years-as-ireland-t20i-series-schedule-released-1774068077917">India set to return to Belfast after 19 years as Ireland T20I series schedule released</a> "When Trump has explicitly stated that he cannot ensure the security of the Iranian national team, we will certainly not travel to America/We are currently negotiating with FIFA to hold Iran's matches in the World Cup in Mexico," he said in a post on X. Iranian Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali also said that the country cannot participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the United States killed the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reported Al Jazeera, citing Reuters. "Considering that this corrupt regime the US has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup," Ahmad Donyamali told state television, according to the report.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Iran has already qualified for the 48‑team tournament and been placed in Group G, with scheduled group matches against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Los Angeles and Seattle.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has stated that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will go ahead as scheduled, despite uncertainty over Iran’s participation due to regional conflicts with Israel and the United States. The tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, will feature 104 matches, beginning on June 11 in Mexico City and concluding with the final on July 19 in New Jersey. Iran has already qualified for the 48‑team tournament and been placed in Group G, with scheduled group matches against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Los Angeles and Seattle. However, the ongoing regional conflict has raised questions about whether they will be able to compete in the United States. Despite this, Infantino said that FIFA expects all 48 teams to participate and compete with respect and fairness. He said FIFA is preparing for the tournament as scheduled and hopes to confirm all teams soon. "FIFA is looking forward to all teams participating at the World Cup to compete in a spirit of fair play and mutual respect," Infantino said during an online FIFA Council meeting from Zurich, as quoted by France24. "We have a schedule. We will soon have the 48 competing teams confirmed, and we want the World Cup to go ahead as scheduled," the FIFA President added. Also Read - ‘Teams will come hard at us’: Virat Kohli warns RCB teammates ahead of IPL 2026 FIFA President's comments came just a few days after Mehdi Taj, who is President of the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI), said that Iran is in talks with FIFA to relocate its World Cup 2026 group matches to Mexico instead in USA, citing serious concerns about the team's security and political tensions surrounding the tournament. In a post on X, Taj stated that US President Donald Trump has explicitly indicated that he cannot ensure the safety of the Iranian national team, a remark that has deepened Tehran's apprehensions about travelling to the US for World Cup fixtures. Also Read - India set to return to Belfast after 19 years as Ireland T20I series schedule released "When Trump has explicitly stated that he cannot ensure the security of the Iranian national team, we will certainly not travel to America/We are currently negotiating with FIFA to hold Iran's matches in the World Cup in Mexico," he said in a post on X. Iranian Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali also said that the country cannot participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the United States killed the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reported Al Jazeera, citing Reuters. "Considering that this corrupt regime the US has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup," Ahmad Donyamali told state television, according to the report. With inputs from agencies

Iran has already qualified for the 48‑team tournament and been placed in Group G, with scheduled group matches against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Los Angeles and Seattle.

‘Want World Cup to go ahead as scheduled’: FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid concerns over Iran’s participation

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Saturday (Mar 21) that India will play a two-match T20I series against Ireland in June, immediately following the conclusion of their ODI series against Afghanistan. The first T20I will be held on June 26 at 7:30 pm IST, with the second match scheduled for June 28 at the same time and both games will take place in Belfast. India has toured Ireland three times over the past eight years (2018, 2022 and 2023), but this series marks their return to Belfast for the first time since 2007. After this short series, India will tour England for five T20Is and three ODIs from July 1 to 19.&nbsp;"Team India (Senior Men) will travel to Ireland for a two-match T20I series in June 2026. Having toured Ireland three times in the past eight years (2018, 2022 and 2023). This tour will mark India’s return to Belfast for the first time since 2007," read the statement.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-teams-will-come-hard-at-us-virat-kohli-warns-rcb-teammates-ahead-of-ipl-2026-1774066117859">‘Teams will come hard at us’: Virat Kohli warns RCB teammates ahead of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;The BCCI statement came shortly after Ireland’s director of high performance, Graham West, confirmed the series and shared that Paul Stirling has stepped down as the T20I captain.&nbsp;West said that the India series is part of Ireland’s summer plans and added that with Ireland already qualified for the 2028 T20 World Cup, Stirling’s decision gives a new captain the chance to prepare and lead the team starting with this series.&nbsp;&nbsp;“With qualification secured for the T20 World Cup in 2028, Paul’s (Stirling) decision to stand down as T20 captain provides the opportunity for the new captain to begin implementing their style and methodology, starting with the India series in June," West said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-took-a-lot-of-effort-shreyas-iyer-on-injury-recovery-ahead-of-ipl-2026-1774064241958">‘Took a lot of effort….’: Shreyas Iyer on injury recovery ahead of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Stirling’s decision to step down as Ireland’s T20I captain comes after a disappointing T20 World Cup, in which the team won just one of their four group-stage matches, losing to Sri Lanka and Australia, while their game against Zimbabwe was abandoned due to rain.&nbsp;Even after leaving the T20 captaincy role, Stirling said he is still committed to the team and will continue as ODI captain and wants to focus on improving his performance and contributing more as a player. &nbsp;&nbsp;“While I will be stepping away from the T20 captaincy, I remain fully committed to the Ireland team and will continue in my role as ODI captain. I still have a huge amount of ambition as a player and feel this decision will allow me to fully focus on being the best version of myself and making the strongest possible contribution on the field," said Stirling.

India has toured Ireland three times over the past eight years (2018, 2022 and 2023), but this series marks their return to Belfast for the first time since 2007. 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Saturday (Mar 21) that India will play a two-match T20I series against Ireland in June, immediately following the conclusion of their ODI series against Afghanistan. The first T20I will be held on June 26 at 7:30 pm IST, with the second match scheduled for June 28 at the same time and both games will take place in Belfast. India has toured Ireland three times over the past eight years (2018, 2022 and 2023), but this series marks their return to Belfast for the first time since 2007. After this short series, India will tour England for five T20Is and three ODIs from July 1 to 19. "Team India (Senior Men) will travel to Ireland for a two-match T20I series in June 2026. Having toured Ireland three times in the past eight years (2018, 2022 and 2023). This tour will mark India’s return to Belfast for the first time since 2007," read the statement. Also Read - ‘Teams will come hard at us’: Virat Kohli warns RCB teammates ahead of IPL 2026 The BCCI statement came shortly after Ireland’s director of high performance, Graham West, confirmed the series and shared that Paul Stirling has stepped down as the T20I captain. West said that the India series is part of Ireland’s summer plans and added that with Ireland already qualified for the 2028 T20 World Cup, Stirling’s decision gives a new captain the chance to prepare and lead the team starting with this series. “With qualification secured for the T20 World Cup in 2028, Paul’s (Stirling) decision to stand down as T20 captain provides the opportunity for the new captain to begin implementing their style and methodology, starting with the India series in June," West said. Also Read - ‘Took a lot of effort….’: Shreyas Iyer on injury recovery ahead of IPL 2026 Meanwhile, Stirling’s decision to step down as Ireland’s T20I captain comes after a disappointing T20 World Cup, in which the team won just one of their four group-stage matches, losing to Sri Lanka and Australia, while their game against Zimbabwe was abandoned due to rain. Even after leaving the T20 captaincy role, Stirling said he is still committed to the team and will continue as ODI captain and wants to focus on improving his performance and contributing more as a player. “While I will be stepping away from the T20 captaincy, I remain fully committed to the Ireland team and will continue in my role as ODI captain. I still have a huge amount of ambition as a player and feel this decision will allow me to fully focus on being the best version of myself and making the strongest possible contribution on the field," said Stirling.

India has toured Ireland three times over the past eight years (2018, 2022 and 2023), but this series marks their return to Belfast for the first time since 2007.&nbsp;

India set to return to Belfast after 19 years as Ireland T20I series schedule released

From Imran Tahir to Mohammad Amir, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 400 T20 wickets. This list also includes Shakib Al Hasan, Rashid Khan and Wahab Riaz.

From Imran Tahir to Mohammad Amir, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 400 T20 wickets. This list also includes Shakib Al Hasan, Rashid Khan and Wahab Riaz.

Meet top 5 bowlers fastest to 400 T20 wickets

India batting stalwart Virat Kohli warned his Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) teammates that IPL 2026 season will be more difficult because, they are the current champions, so other teams will try harder to beat them. During the team’s first practice session at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kohli spoke to a small group of mostly Indian players and asked them to give their full effort in the coming weeks. For many years, RCB was often seen as a “banter franchise,” struggling to win a title despite having top players for 17 years. However, coach Andy Flower and director of cricket Mo Bobat changed the team’s approach and focused on building a balanced team with consistent performers instead of only relying on big stars. Their strategy paid off in 2025, when RCB claimed their first IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-took-a-lot-of-effort-shreyas-iyer-on-injury-recovery-ahead-of-ipl-2026-1774064241958">‘Took a lot of effort….’: Shreyas Iyer on injury recovery ahead of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;Kohli said the team worked very hard over the past few seasons to achieve success, but now the challenge will be bigger because other teams will come prepared. He told his teammates not to waste any time and to stay focused, giving more than their best for the next two and a half months. He also added that the team looks excited and ready for the challenge.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We worked really hard over the last two to three seasons to achieve what we did last year, and it’s only going to get tougher because the other teams are going to come hard at us," Kohli said.&nbsp;“We don’t waste these days. We stay ahead. So, switch on now. Let’s not waste even a minute of every session we are a part of. We must give our 120% for these two and a half months. I can see from everyone’s faces that we are excited enough to be challengers," he added.&nbsp;Coach Andy Flower kicked off the session by greeting the new players and said that combining them with experienced ones like Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar will help build a solid team. Flower also mentioned that having a star on their jersey as champions is a proud moment, but last season is over and the team must now focus on winning again this year.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-was-saleh-mohammadi-young-wrestling-champion-executed-in-iran-for-anti-national-activities-1774002839253">Who was Saleh Mohammadi? Young wrestling champion executed in Iran</a>&nbsp;“We had an interesting auction. I think we’ve improved our squad, to be quite frank," Flower said in the video. “We brought in some great new additions. So, integrating those new players into the RCB way with some of the established players, obviously led by Virat and Rajat, is an exciting part of building a new team together. If there is one difference this year, we have actually got a star on our shirts. So that is a very proud feeling to have for all RCBians. One thing that I would emphasise, though, is that the season’s gone and now we have a new challenge ahead of us, and it’s a really exciting challenge. We’re here to win this year’s IPL."

The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Mar 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

India batting stalwart Virat Kohli warned his Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) teammates that IPL 2026 season will be more difficult because, they are the current champions, so other teams will try harder to beat them. During the team’s first practice session at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kohli spoke to a small group of mostly Indian players and asked them to give their full effort in the coming weeks. For many years, RCB was often seen as a “banter franchise,” struggling to win a title despite having top players for 17 years. However, coach Andy Flower and director of cricket Mo Bobat changed the team’s approach and focused on building a balanced team with consistent performers instead of only relying on big stars. Their strategy paid off in 2025, when RCB claimed their first IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad. Also Read - ‘Took a lot of effort….’: Shreyas Iyer on injury recovery ahead of IPL 2026 Kohli said the team worked very hard over the past few seasons to achieve success, but now the challenge will be bigger because other teams will come prepared. He told his teammates not to waste any time and to stay focused, giving more than their best for the next two and a half months. He also added that the team looks excited and ready for the challenge. “We worked really hard over the last two to three seasons to achieve what we did last year, and it’s only going to get tougher because the other teams are going to come hard at us," Kohli said. “We don’t waste these days. We stay ahead. So, switch on now. Let’s not waste even a minute of every session we are a part of. We must give our 120% for these two and a half months. I can see from everyone’s faces that we are excited enough to be challengers," he added. Coach Andy Flower kicked off the session by greeting the new players and said that combining them with experienced ones like Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar will help build a solid team. Flower also mentioned that having a star on their jersey as champions is a proud moment, but last season is over and the team must now focus on winning again this year. Also Read - Who was Saleh Mohammadi? Young wrestling champion executed in Iran “We had an interesting auction. I think we’ve improved our squad, to be quite frank," Flower said in the video. “We brought in some great new additions. So, integrating those new players into the RCB way with some of the established players, obviously led by Virat and Rajat, is an exciting part of building a new team together. If there is one difference this year, we have actually got a star on our shirts. So that is a very proud feeling to have for all RCBians. One thing that I would emphasise, though, is that the season’s gone and now we have a new challenge ahead of us, and it’s a really exciting challenge. We’re here to win this year’s IPL."

The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Mar 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

‘Teams will come hard at us’: Virat Kohli warns RCB teammates ahead of IPL 2026

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer opened up about his recovery struggle after suffering a spleen injury in the third ODI of India’s Australia tour, which caused him to lose nearly seven kilograms and sidelined him for months. At one point, he was even admitted to the ICU in a Sydney hospital before being discharged. Speaking at an event in Mohali ahead of IPL 2026, Iyer said returning after such an injury was not easy and explained that although he regained fitness in about two months, but putting the lost weight back on required a lot of effort. He added that he enjoys challenges and felt proud to overcome this phase and return to playing, including representing India again in a recent series.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It’s always challenging to come back after an injury. I had lost around seven kg due to the injury, it was a severe one,” Iyer said in Mohali, ahead of the start of IPL 2026 next week.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Thankfully, I was back in good shape after two months. But gaining those 7 kg back took a lot of effort. I enjoy challenges, and that was one I had to overcome. I’m glad I came through that phase and am back representing my team, and also having represented India in the previous series. I feel proud of myself.”&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kkr-coach-abhishek-nayar-provides-major-update-on-harshit-rana-s-replacement-check-details-1774015868607"> KKR coach Abhishek Nayar provides major update on Harshit Rana’s replacement</a>&nbsp;After leading Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title and taking Punjab Kings to the final in 2025, expectations are high from Iyer this season. He said the team’s main goal is to win the trophy and that he enjoys the pressure that comes with it.&nbsp;“Expectations are high, which is fun. I love the challenge. But the important thing is that whenever we step in, we have to win. My eye is on the trophy,” Iyer said before opening up on the importance of team bonding activities.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-major-setback-for-pbks-as-lockie-ferguson-to-miss-start-of-season-1774008942360">IPL 2026: Major setback for PBKS as Lockie Ferguson to miss start of season</a>&nbsp;Iyer also highlighted the importance of team bonding and said that spending time together helps players understand each other better. He mentioned that much of their free time is spent playing games like FIFA, while match strategies are usually discussed before to match days. According to him, building strong relationships off the field eventually leads to better performances on it. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“This is the period where we live as a family for two months. The more time we spend together, the more we get to know each other. Now is the time where we build that camaraderie. We spend most of our time in the game room, playing FIFA and other games. The planning and plotting for matches usually happens a day or two before the game, but building this bond off the field helps us get better results eventually,” he added.

Shreyas Iyer has returned from a challenging injury break and is ready to lead Punjab Kings once again, focusing on taking the team a step further in IPL 2026.

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer opened up about his recovery struggle after suffering a spleen injury in the third ODI of India’s Australia tour, which caused him to lose nearly seven kilograms and sidelined him for months. At one point, he was even admitted to the ICU in a Sydney hospital before being discharged. Speaking at an event in Mohali ahead of IPL 2026, Iyer said returning after such an injury was not easy and explained that although he regained fitness in about two months, but putting the lost weight back on required a lot of effort. He added that he enjoys challenges and felt proud to overcome this phase and return to playing, including representing India again in a recent series. “It’s always challenging to come back after an injury. I had lost around seven kg due to the injury, it was a severe one,” Iyer said in Mohali, ahead of the start of IPL 2026 next week. “Thankfully, I was back in good shape after two months. But gaining those 7 kg back took a lot of effort. I enjoy challenges, and that was one I had to overcome. I’m glad I came through that phase and am back representing my team, and also having represented India in the previous series. I feel proud of myself.” Also Read - KKR coach Abhishek Nayar provides major update on Harshit Rana’s replacement After leading Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title and taking Punjab Kings to the final in 2025, expectations are high from Iyer this season. He said the team’s main goal is to win the trophy and that he enjoys the pressure that comes with it. “Expectations are high, which is fun. I love the challenge. But the important thing is that whenever we step in, we have to win. My eye is on the trophy,” Iyer said before opening up on the importance of team bonding activities. Also Read - IPL 2026: Major setback for PBKS as Lockie Ferguson to miss start of season Iyer also highlighted the importance of team bonding and said that spending time together helps players understand each other better. He mentioned that much of their free time is spent playing games like FIFA, while match strategies are usually discussed before to match days. According to him, building strong relationships off the field eventually leads to better performances on it. “This is the period where we live as a family for two months. The more time we spend together, the more we get to know each other. Now is the time where we build that camaraderie. We spend most of our time in the game room, playing FIFA and other games. The planning and plotting for matches usually happens a day or two before the game, but building this bond off the field helps us get better results eventually,” he added.

Shreyas Iyer has returned from a challenging injury break and is ready to lead Punjab Kings once again, focusing on taking the team a step further in IPL 2026.

‘Took a lot of effort….’: Shreyas Iyer on injury recovery ahead of IPL 2026

From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone here is a look at five most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions. The auctions that took place in December also saw the likes of Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer make the elite list.

From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone here is a look at five most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions. The auctions that took place in December also saw the likes of Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer make the elite list.

From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions

Get complete IPL 2026 details including dates, venues, full schedule, ticket booking, live streaming info, team squads, and captains. Stay updated with everything you need to know about the upcoming Indian Premier League season.

Get complete IPL 2026 details including dates, venues, full schedule, ticket booking, live streaming info, team squads, and captains. Stay updated with everything you need to know about the upcoming Indian Premier League season.

IPL 2026: Dates, venues, schedule, tickets, live streaming, team squads and captains – All you need to know

The dynamo of team principal exits in Formula One finally took a decisive turn on Friday (Mar 20) as Audi boss Jonathan Wheatley left the helm with rumours of Aston Martin now getting pace. With reports suggesting Adrian Newey is set to leave Aston Martin, Wheatley’s path to the role could be clear. However, the development comes a day after Aston Martin confirmed their backing for Newey.<h2>Wheatley leaves Audi</h2>"Due to personal reasons, Jonathan Wheatley will depart the team with immediate effect," Audi said in a statement.&nbsp;"The team thanks Jonathan for his contribution to the project and wishes him the best for his future endeavours.&nbsp;"Mattia Binotto, head of Audi F1 Project, will continue leading the team while taking over additional responsibilities as team principal."&nbsp;The 58-year-old Briton, who spent almost two decades with Red Bull, joined Sauber in April last year. The team was subsequently taken over by Audi.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;Wheatley has been strongly linked in the specialist media with a move to Aston Martin to replace his former Red Bull colleague Adrian Newey as team principal. Motorsport understands Newey "will step down in order to focus exclusively on technical matters".&nbsp;Aston Martin owner Lance Stroll released a statement on Friday that underlined Newey's importance to the team and attempted to scotch the speculation surrounding Wheatley.&nbsp;"I would like to reaffirm that Adrian Newey is my partner and an important shareholder," said Stroll.&nbsp;"He is... managing technical partner, and he and I have a true partnership built on a shared vision of success for the company.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;"We do things differently here, and while we don't currently adopt the traditional team principal role that you see elsewhere, it is by design...&nbsp;"We are regularly approached by senior executives of other teams who wish to join Aston Martin Aramco, but in keeping with our policy, we do not comment on rumour and speculation."&nbsp;Brazilian driver Gabriel Bortoleto posted a ninth-place finish in the season-opener in Melbourne to give Audi their first F1 points, while Nico Hulkenberg managed 11th in the second race in China.

With reports suggesting Adrian Newey is set to leave Aston Martin, Wheatley’s path to the role could be clear. However, the development comes a day after Aston Martin confirmed their backing for Newey.

The dynamo of team principal exits in Formula One finally took a decisive turn on Friday (Mar 20) as Audi boss Jonathan Wheatley left the helm with rumours of Aston Martin now getting pace. With reports suggesting Adrian Newey is set to leave Aston Martin, Wheatley’s path to the role could be clear. However, the development comes a day after Aston Martin confirmed their backing for Newey. Wheatley leaves Audi "Due to personal reasons, Jonathan Wheatley will depart the team with immediate effect," Audi said in a statement. "The team thanks Jonathan for his contribution to the project and wishes him the best for his future endeavours. "Mattia Binotto, head of Audi F1 Project, will continue leading the team while taking over additional responsibilities as team principal." The 58-year-old Briton, who spent almost two decades with Red Bull, joined Sauber in April last year. The team was subsequently taken over by Audi. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Wheatley has been strongly linked in the specialist media with a move to Aston Martin to replace his former Red Bull colleague Adrian Newey as team principal. Motorsport understands Newey "will step down in order to focus exclusively on technical matters". Aston Martin owner Lance Stroll released a statement on Friday that underlined Newey's importance to the team and attempted to scotch the speculation surrounding Wheatley. "I would like to reaffirm that Adrian Newey is my partner and an important shareholder," said Stroll. "He is... managing technical partner, and he and I have a true partnership built on a shared vision of success for the company. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli "We do things differently here, and while we don't currently adopt the traditional team principal role that you see elsewhere, it is by design... "We are regularly approached by senior executives of other teams who wish to join Aston Martin Aramco, but in keeping with our policy, we do not comment on rumour and speculation." Brazilian driver Gabriel Bortoleto posted a ninth-place finish in the season-opener in Melbourne to give Audi their first F1 points, while Nico Hulkenberg managed 11th in the second race in China.

With reports suggesting Adrian Newey is set to leave Aston Martin, Wheatley’s path to the role could be clear. However, the development comes a day after Aston Martin confirmed their backing for Newey.

Formula One: Jonathan Wheatley leaves team principal role at Audi amid Aston Martin move

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have suffered a major setback ahead of IPL 2026, as their star pacer Harshit Rana almost ruled out of the tournament after injuring a ligament in his right knee during a warm-up match for the T20 World Cup 2026 against South Africa. Following surgery, he is currently recovering, but there is no clear timeline for his return, forcing KKR to explore other bowling options. Speaking at Eden Gardens on Friday (Mar 20), head coach Abhishek Nayar said Rana’s absence is a big loss and explained that Rana has been an important part of the team for the past few seasons and has developed into a strong player, making him hard to replace.&nbsp;“Firstly, it’s a big blow because Harshit has been an integral part of this team for the last few seasons. All these years, he has grown into a good cricketer. We’ll always miss Harshit Rana, and it’s not easy to replace him," Nayar said at a press conference in Kolkata.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-major-setback-for-pbks-as-lockie-ferguson-to-miss-start-of-season-1774008942360">IPL 2026: Major setback for PBKS as Lockie Ferguson to miss start of season</a>&nbsp;Nayar also said the team has been reviewing several bowlers to find the best replacement, however, no final decision has been made yet. He added that Rana is currently recovering at the BCCI Centre of Excellence and the team expects to announce a replacement in the next few days.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Having said that, we have looked at a few bowlers over the past few days. We are trying to evaluate, with the help of our leadership group, who fits in and who can play that role to the best of their abilities. So we are still evaluating that and have yet to make that decision. But hopefully, we can identify who can make a difference," he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-capitals-suffer-early-setback-as-mitchell-starc-set-to-miss-initial-stage-of-ipl-2026-1773993183628">Delhi Capitals suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;KKR will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the Mumbai Indians on Mar 29. Their first home match will be against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on Apr 2, where team owner Shah Rukh Khan is likely to be present.

Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the Mumbai Indians on Mar 29 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have suffered a major setback ahead of IPL 2026, as their star pacer Harshit Rana almost ruled out of the tournament after injuring a ligament in his right knee during a warm-up match for the T20 World Cup 2026 against South Africa. Following surgery, he is currently recovering, but there is no clear timeline for his return, forcing KKR to explore other bowling options. Speaking at Eden Gardens on Friday (Mar 20), head coach Abhishek Nayar said Rana’s absence is a big loss and explained that Rana has been an important part of the team for the past few seasons and has developed into a strong player, making him hard to replace. “Firstly, it’s a big blow because Harshit has been an integral part of this team for the last few seasons. All these years, he has grown into a good cricketer. We’ll always miss Harshit Rana, and it’s not easy to replace him," Nayar said at a press conference in Kolkata. Also Read - IPL 2026: Major setback for PBKS as Lockie Ferguson to miss start of season Nayar also said the team has been reviewing several bowlers to find the best replacement, however, no final decision has been made yet. He added that Rana is currently recovering at the BCCI Centre of Excellence and the team expects to announce a replacement in the next few days. “Having said that, we have looked at a few bowlers over the past few days. We are trying to evaluate, with the help of our leadership group, who fits in and who can play that role to the best of their abilities. So we are still evaluating that and have yet to make that decision. But hopefully, we can identify who can make a difference," he added. Also Read - Delhi Capitals suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026 KKR will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the Mumbai Indians on Mar 29. Their first home match will be against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on Apr 2, where team owner Shah Rukh Khan is likely to be present.

Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the Mumbai Indians on Mar 29 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

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Entering without a ticket in a football stadium in England will now be a punishable offense as the new laws are set to come into effect before Sunday’s Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City. The new law means fans entering the stadium without a valid ticket or any other illegal means would be charged under criminal offenses, including a ban of up to five years, as well as a fine of up to £1,000.Entering stadium without ticket will be an offense"Football fans should be able to enjoy the game without feeling unsafe or threatened," said policing minister Sarah Jones.&nbsp;"We're giving the police the tools they need to ensure the chaos we saw at Wembley five years ago never happens again.&nbsp;"Anyone who endangers others by forcing their way into stadiums faces serious consequences."&nbsp;In 2021 July, cases were reported of fans illegally entering Wembley premises for the European Championship final between hosts England and eventual champions England. The event marked a significant wake-up point for authorities as they started taking significant steps to curtail tailgating.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;It will also be illegal to knowingly attempt to gain entry using forged tickets, passes and accreditation documents, or by posing as a member of staff.&nbsp;Until now, there have been no specific legal penalties for entering a football match without a ticket, with supporters who are caught doing so tending to be ejected without any further punishment.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Sixty-nine arrests were made in relation to last year's Carabao Cup final, with the Metropolitan Police confirming at the time that the majority had been for trying to get into Wembley without a ticket. But until now, police could only charge a culprit with suspected fraud, making prosecution unlikely.&nbsp;The laws will come into effect before Sunday’s Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City, with fans now looking set to be aware of illegal means.

The new law means fans entering the stadium without a valid ticket or any other illegal means would be charged under criminal offenses, including a ban of up to five years, as well as a fine of up to £1,000.



Entering without a ticket in a football stadium in England will now be a punishable offense as the new laws are set to come into effect before Sunday’s Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City. The new law means fans entering the stadium without a valid ticket or any other illegal means would be charged under criminal offenses, including a ban of up to five years, as well as a fine of up to £1,000. Entering stadium without ticket will be an offense "Football fans should be able to enjoy the game without feeling unsafe or threatened," said policing minister Sarah Jones. "We're giving the police the tools they need to ensure the chaos we saw at Wembley five years ago never happens again. "Anyone who endangers others by forcing their way into stadiums faces serious consequences." In 2021 July, cases were reported of fans illegally entering Wembley premises for the European Championship final between hosts England and eventual champions England. The event marked a significant wake-up point for authorities as they started taking significant steps to curtail tailgating. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds It will also be illegal to knowingly attempt to gain entry using forged tickets, passes and accreditation documents, or by posing as a member of staff. Until now, there have been no specific legal penalties for entering a football match without a ticket, with supporters who are caught doing so tending to be ejected without any further punishment. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Sixty-nine arrests were made in relation to last year's Carabao Cup final, with the Metropolitan Police confirming at the time that the majority had been for trying to get into Wembley without a ticket. But until now, police could only charge a culprit with suspected fraud, making prosecution unlikely. The laws will come into effect before Sunday’s Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City, with fans now looking set to be aware of illegal means.

The new law means fans entering the stadium without a valid ticket or any other illegal means would be charged under criminal offenses, including a ban of up to five years, as well as a fine of up to £1,000.

Entering football stadium without tickets to become criminal offense, here's what new laws state

New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson is set to miss the opening phase of IPL 2026, starting on Mar 28. The Punjab Kings pacer is currently representing the Blackcaps in a five-match T20I series against South Africa. He recently returned from a short paternity break after the birth of his child, having taken time off during the T20 World Cup 2026 before rejoining the squad in the Super 8 stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 34-year-old recently shared that having a newborn has changed his priorities and he wants to spend more time at home while still managing his cricket career. Ferguson further added that he will take a few weeks off after the current series and then join Punjab Kings later in the IPL season.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-capitals-suffer-early-setback-as-mitchell-starc-set-to-miss-initial-stage-of-ipl-2026-1773993183628">Delhi Capitals suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;"Just had a wee son, trying to spend as much time as I can at home and help the wife out. I'll have a few weeks off after this, before sort of heading to the later stages of the IPL and away for the winter," Lockie Ferguson said before the third T20I against South Africa.&nbsp;In the second T20I against South Africa, he performed well and picked up three wickets for 16 runs in a comfortable win for New Zealand. After the third match, he plans to take a longer break.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/big-boost-for-kkr-as-matheesha-pathirana-declared-fit-ahead-of-ipl-2026-1773995983759">Big boost for KKR as Matheesha Pathirana declared fit ahead of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;Despite Lockie Ferguson’s absence, Punjab Kings still have strong fast-bowling options, including Arshdeep Singh, Ben Dwarshuis, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Xavier Bartlett and Yash Thakur. All-rounders such as Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen and Marcus Stoinis further add depth to the squad.&nbsp;Punjab Kings, who finished as runners-up last season, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Gujarat Titans on Mar 31 in New Chandigarh.

Punjab Kings, who finished as runners-up last season, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Gujarat Titans on Mar 31 in New Chandigarh.

New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson is set to miss the opening phase of IPL 2026, starting on Mar 28. The Punjab Kings pacer is currently representing the Blackcaps in a five-match T20I series against South Africa. He recently returned from a short paternity break after the birth of his child, having taken time off during the T20 World Cup 2026 before rejoining the squad in the Super 8 stage. The 34-year-old recently shared that having a newborn has changed his priorities and he wants to spend more time at home while still managing his cricket career. Ferguson further added that he will take a few weeks off after the current series and then join Punjab Kings later in the IPL season. Also Read - Delhi Capitals suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026 "Just had a wee son, trying to spend as much time as I can at home and help the wife out. I'll have a few weeks off after this, before sort of heading to the later stages of the IPL and away for the winter," Lockie Ferguson said before the third T20I against South Africa. In the second T20I against South Africa, he performed well and picked up three wickets for 16 runs in a comfortable win for New Zealand. After the third match, he plans to take a longer break. Also Read - Big boost for KKR as Matheesha Pathirana declared fit ahead of IPL 2026 Despite Lockie Ferguson’s absence, Punjab Kings still have strong fast-bowling options, including Arshdeep Singh, Ben Dwarshuis, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Xavier Bartlett and Yash Thakur. All-rounders such as Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen and Marcus Stoinis further add depth to the squad. Punjab Kings, who finished as runners-up last season, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Gujarat Titans on Mar 31 in New Chandigarh.

Punjab Kings, who finished as runners-up last season, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Gujarat Titans on Mar 31 in New Chandigarh.

IPL 2026: Major setback for PBKS as Lockie Ferguson to miss start of season

It will be the final throw of the dice for 16 European teams as they look to book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America, as they prepare for the Playoffs. The final week of March will see 16 teams divided across four groups go head-to-head for a place in football’s ultimate showdown. So ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoffs in Europe, here is all you need to know, including fixtures, format, broadcast and other key details.<h2>What fixtures will take place in the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026?</h2>Path ASemifinal 1: Italy vs Northern IrelandSemifinal 2: Wales vs Bosnia and Herzegovina&nbsp;Path BSemifinal 3: Ukraine vs SwedenSemifinal 4: Poland vs Albania&nbsp;Path CSemifinal 5: Turkey vs RomaniaSemifinal 6: Slovakia vs Kosovo&nbsp;Path DSemifinal 7: Denmark vs North MacedoniaSemifinal 8: Czech Republic vs Republic of Ireland<h2>When are the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026?</h2>The semifinal round of the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place on the week commencing on March 26 while the final will take place on the week commencing on March 31.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a><h2>Where will be the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026?</h2>Teams have been seeded for both the semifinals in each path. Teams seeded in the semifinal will host the semifinal while draws have determined the format for the final of the final.&nbsp;&nbsp;Path A finalSemifinal 2 vs Semifinal 1&nbsp;Path B finalSemifinal 3 vs Semifinal 4&nbsp;Path C finalSemifinal 6 vs Semifinal 5&nbsp;Path D finalSemifinal 8 vs Semifinal 7<h2>What is the format of the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026?</h2>The UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place in a single leg format with seeded teams hosting the match. Draws have determined the team set to host the final and are mentioned above.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>Which channel will broadcast the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India?</h2>The UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India will be broadcasted on the Sony Sports Network.&nbsp;<h2>Which platform will live stream the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India?</h2>The UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India will be telecasted on the Sony Liv App.&nbsp;

The final week of March will see 16 teams divided across four groups go head-to-head for a place in football’s ultimate showdown. So ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoffs in Europe, here is all you need to know, including fixtures, format, broadcast and other key details.

It will be the final throw of the dice for 16 European teams as they look to book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America, as they prepare for the Playoffs. The final week of March will see 16 teams divided across four groups go head-to-head for a place in football’s ultimate showdown. So ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoffs in Europe, here is all you need to know, including fixtures, format, broadcast and other key details. What fixtures will take place in the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026? Path A Semifinal 1: Italy vs Northern Ireland Semifinal 2: Wales vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Path B Semifinal 3: Ukraine vs Sweden Semifinal 4: Poland vs Albania Path C Semifinal 5: Turkey vs Romania Semifinal 6: Slovakia vs Kosovo Path D Semifinal 7: Denmark vs North Macedonia Semifinal 8: Czech Republic vs Republic of Ireland When are the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026? The semifinal round of the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place on the week commencing on March 26 while the final will take place on the week commencing on March 31. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Where will be the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026? Teams have been seeded for both the semifinals in each path. Teams seeded in the semifinal will host the semifinal while draws have determined the format for the final of the final. Path A final Semifinal 2 vs Semifinal 1 Path B final Semifinal 3 vs Semifinal 4 Path C final Semifinal 6 vs Semifinal 5 Path D final Semifinal 8 vs Semifinal 7 What is the format of the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026? The UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place in a single leg format with seeded teams hosting the match. Draws have determined the team set to host the final and are mentioned above. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Which channel will broadcast the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India? The UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India will be broadcasted on the Sony Sports Network. Which platform will live stream the UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India? The UEFA Playoff qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India will be telecasted on the Sony Liv App.

The final week of March will see 16 teams divided across four groups go head-to-head for a place in football’s ultimate showdown. So ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoffs in Europe, here is all you need to know, including fixtures, format, broadcast and other key details.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoff Qualifiers: Here's all you need to know - fixtures, teams, path, format, live streaming

The Islamic Republic of Iran executed a young wrestling champion Saleh Mohammadi on Thursday, the 19-year-old was accused of killing two police officers during nationwide anti-regime protests in January. His execution has raised concerns about the fate of other athletes arrested during the demonstrations. Mohammadi was reportedly charged with “enmity against God” (moharebeh) and was executed along with two others, Mehdi Ghasemi and Saeed Davoudi, who were also involved in the protests. According to Iran International, the three men were accused of attacking two police officers with knives and swords during protests on Jan 8 in the city of Qom.&nbsp;A human rights group, Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, shared a footage of Mohammadi on X and wrote, “Footage shows Saleh Mohammadi, a 19-year-old athlete and member of Iran’s national wrestling team, who was secretly executed in the early hours of Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Qom Central Prison on charges of ‘enmity against God’ (moharebeh). Mohammadi had previously shared this video on his Instagram page, documenting his athletic journey and efforts toward success.”&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/thomas-tuchel-names-england-squad-for-pre-world-cup-friendlies-trent-alexander-arnold-ollie-watkins-excluded-1774003919470">Thomas Tuchel names England squad for pre-World Cup friendlies; Trent, Watkins excluded</a><h2>Who was Saleh Mohammadi?</h2>Born in 2007, Saleh Mohammadi was part of Iran’s national freestyle wrestling team and won a bronze medal at an international competition in Krasnoyarsk, Russia, in September 2024. The Iranian regime, which faced its largest uprising since its founding, claimed that Mohammadi and the others acted on behalf of Israel and the United States.&nbsp;The protests in January were caused by rising prices and economic problems and millions of people took to the streets across the country. However, the government responded with a harsh crackdown and thousands of people were reported killed.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/formula-one-aston-martin-back-team-principal-adrian-newey-amid-exit-speculations-1774000774084">F1: Aston Martin back team principal Adrian Newey amid exit speculations</a>&nbsp;After Mohammadi’s execution, many people reacted on the social media. Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s former Shah, praised the young men, calling them brave and saying they gave their lives for freedom. He said their sacrifice would not be forgotten and expressed hope for a free Iran in the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Today, in the latest desperate killing spree, the bloodthirsty regime took the lives of five more sons of Iran. Saleh Mohammadi, Saeed Davoudi, Mehdi Ghasemi, Danial Keramati, and Mohsen Azimnia join the long line of Iranian heroes who paid the ultimate price for freedom.”&nbsp;“Their names will be spoken alongside all those who refused to kneel before tyranny. The remnants of the Islamic Republic can never extinguish the fire in the hearts of our people. These young men now belong to the free Iran that is now within reach. Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Their dream will not die. Iran will be free,” he added.

The January protests were sparked by rising prices and economic problems, with millions taking to the streets across the country. The government responded with a harsh crackdown and thousands were reportedly killed.

The Islamic Republic of Iran executed a young wrestling champion Saleh Mohammadi on Thursday, the 19-year-old was accused of killing two police officers during nationwide anti-regime protests in January. His execution has raised concerns about the fate of other athletes arrested during the demonstrations. Mohammadi was reportedly charged with “enmity against God” (moharebeh) and was executed along with two others, Mehdi Ghasemi and Saeed Davoudi, who were also involved in the protests. According to Iran International, the three men were accused of attacking two police officers with knives and swords during protests on Jan 8 in the city of Qom. A human rights group, Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, shared a footage of Mohammadi on X and wrote, “Footage shows Saleh Mohammadi, a 19-year-old athlete and member of Iran’s national wrestling team, who was secretly executed in the early hours of Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Qom Central Prison on charges of ‘enmity against God’ (moharebeh). Mohammadi had previously shared this video on his Instagram page, documenting his athletic journey and efforts toward success.” Also Read - Thomas Tuchel names England squad for pre-World Cup friendlies; Trent, Watkins excluded Who was Saleh Mohammadi? Born in 2007, Saleh Mohammadi was part of Iran’s national freestyle wrestling team and won a bronze medal at an international competition in Krasnoyarsk, Russia, in September 2024. The Iranian regime, which faced its largest uprising since its founding, claimed that Mohammadi and the others acted on behalf of Israel and the United States. The protests in January were caused by rising prices and economic problems and millions of people took to the streets across the country. However, the government responded with a harsh crackdown and thousands of people were reported killed. Also Read - F1: Aston Martin back team principal Adrian Newey amid exit speculations After Mohammadi’s execution, many people reacted on the social media. Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s former Shah, praised the young men, calling them brave and saying they gave their lives for freedom. He said their sacrifice would not be forgotten and expressed hope for a free Iran in the future. “Today, in the latest desperate killing spree, the bloodthirsty regime took the lives of five more sons of Iran. Saleh Mohammadi, Saeed Davoudi, Mehdi Ghasemi, Danial Keramati, and Mohsen Azimnia join the long line of Iranian heroes who paid the ultimate price for freedom.” “Their names will be spoken alongside all those who refused to kneel before tyranny. The remnants of the Islamic Republic can never extinguish the fire in the hearts of our people. These young men now belong to the free Iran that is now within reach. Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Their dream will not die. Iran will be free,” he added.

The January protests were sparked by rising prices and economic problems, with millions taking to the streets across the country. The government responded with a harsh crackdown and thousands were reportedly killed.

Who was Saleh Mohammadi? Young wrestling champion executed in Iran for anti-national activities

Thomas Tuchel named his England squad for the upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies against Uruguay and Japan on Friday (Mar 20). There were two notable exclusions, with Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold missing out while Ollie Watkins was also given the cut. England will face Japan and Uruguay at Wembley Stadium in the final week of March in what will be the final international break before the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts in June in North America.<h2>Tuchel excludes key names</h2>In the squad announced, the England manager gave no room to the star defender who now plays in the Spanish capital. Tottenham’s Djed Spence and Newcastle United’s Tino Livramento have been given the nod in the 35-man squad. Reece James is injured and is likely to be back in the frame once fit during the World Cup.&nbsp;&nbsp;Despite naming 10 forwards in the squad, Watkins’s omission highlights the squad as he played a crucial role as back-up to Harry Kane in Euro 2024. He, in fact, scored the winner in the semifinal against the Netherlands to book a place in the final. &nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;Explaining his extraordinary squad selection, Tuchel said: "We decided to divide it into two camps, almost. We have a camp where we bring players in who we haven't seen, who haven't played so much, to open up the competition for plane tickets to the US.&nbsp;"From Friday/Saturday, a group will come into camp who have had a rest before. We will go with a new group of players into the match against Japan."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a><h2>Full England squad list</h2>Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson, Jordan Pickford, James Trafford, Aaron Ramsdale, Jason Steele.&nbsp;Defenders: Dan Burn, Marc Guehi, Lewis Hall, Ezri Konsa, Tino Livramento, Harry Maguire, Nico O'Reilly, Jarell Quansah, Djed Spence, John Stones, Fikayo Tomori.&nbsp;Midfielders: Elliot Anderson, Jude Bellingham, James Garner, Jordan Henderson, Kobbie Mainoo, Declan Rice, Morgan Rogers, Adam Wharton.&nbsp;Forwards: Jarrod Bowen, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Eberechi Eze, Phil Foden, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Dominic Solanke.

In the squad announced on Friday (Mar 20), England manager Thomas Tuchel gave no room to the star defender Trent Alexander-Arnold who now plays for Real Madrid. Tottenham’s Djed Spence and Newcastle United’s Tino Livramento have been given the nod in the 35-man squad. 

Thomas Tuchel named his England squad for the upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies against Uruguay and Japan on Friday (Mar 20). There were two notable exclusions, with Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold missing out while Ollie Watkins was also given the cut. England will face Japan and Uruguay at Wembley Stadium in the final week of March in what will be the final international break before the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts in June in North America. Tuchel excludes key names In the squad announced, the England manager gave no room to the star defender who now plays in the Spanish capital. Tottenham’s Djed Spence and Newcastle United’s Tino Livramento have been given the nod in the 35-man squad. Reece James is injured and is likely to be back in the frame once fit during the World Cup. Despite naming 10 forwards in the squad, Watkins’s omission highlights the squad as he played a crucial role as back-up to Harry Kane in Euro 2024. He, in fact, scored the winner in the semifinal against the Netherlands to book a place in the final. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Explaining his extraordinary squad selection, Tuchel said: "We decided to divide it into two camps, almost. We have a camp where we bring players in who we haven't seen, who haven't played so much, to open up the competition for plane tickets to the US. "From Friday/Saturday, a group will come into camp who have had a rest before. We will go with a new group of players into the match against Japan." ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Full England squad list Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson, Jordan Pickford, James Trafford, Aaron Ramsdale, Jason Steele. Defenders: Dan Burn, Marc Guehi, Lewis Hall, Ezri Konsa, Tino Livramento, Harry Maguire, Nico O'Reilly, Jarell Quansah, Djed Spence, John Stones, Fikayo Tomori. Midfielders: Elliot Anderson, Jude Bellingham, James Garner, Jordan Henderson, Kobbie Mainoo, Declan Rice, Morgan Rogers, Adam Wharton. Forwards: Jarrod Bowen, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Eberechi Eze, Phil Foden, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Dominic Solanke.

In the squad announced on Friday (Mar 20), England manager Thomas Tuchel gave no room to the star defender Trent Alexander-Arnold who now plays for Real Madrid. Tottenham’s Djed Spence and Newcastle United’s Tino Livramento have been given the nod in the 35-man squad.&nbsp;

Thomas Tuchel names England squad for pre-World Cup friendlies; Trent, Watkins excluded

Aston Villa have dismissed speculations surrounding the departure of team principal Adrian Newey in a statement made on Thursday (Mar 19). Amid a poor start to the season, speculation was high for a change at the hierarchy level, but Newey is now set to stay at the helm with Villa looking to get back on track. It was speculated that Audi’s Jonathan Wheatley could replace the 67-year-old Newey, but that has now been put on hold after the team statement.<h2>Newey to stay at Aston Martin</h2>“The team will not be engaging in media speculation about its senior leadership team. Adrian Newey continues to lead the team ‌as Team Principal and Managing Technical Partner,” Aston Martin said in a statement.&nbsp;Audi stated that it was aware of the media reports.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;“There? is no official update from our side at this point in time, and we do not comment on speculation,” said a team spokesman.&nbsp;Earlier, BBC and Sky Sports reported that Aston Martin had made an approach for Wheatley, who was not available for comment, but no contract had been ‌signed. The www.motorsport.com website reported the acclaimed ​designer would stand aside to focus on technical matters, with Wheatley returning to Britain from Audi’s factory in Switzerland.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>Can Aston Martin bounce back?</h2>So far, it has been a season to forget for Aston Martin, with the buildup starting from the pre-season. With its new Honda power ​unit lacking performance and producing heavy ‌vibrations, Aston Martin are yet to break the duck on the points tally. Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso retired from last Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix after saying he was losing feeling in his hands and feet.&nbsp;On board footage from the race in Shanghai showed Alonso taking his hands off the steering wheel whenever possible to ease ‌the pain. The team is owned by Canadian Lawrence Stroll, whose son Lance races ​as Spaniard Alonso’s teammate. It finished seventh last season with Mercedes engines.

Amid a poor start to the season, speculation was high for a change at the hierarchy level, but Adrian Newey is now set to stay at the helm with Villa looking to get back on track. 

Aston Villa have dismissed speculations surrounding the departure of team principal Adrian Newey in a statement made on Thursday (Mar 19). Amid a poor start to the season, speculation was high for a change at the hierarchy level, but Newey is now set to stay at the helm with Villa looking to get back on track. It was speculated that Audi’s Jonathan Wheatley could replace the 67-year-old Newey, but that has now been put on hold after the team statement. Newey to stay at Aston Martin “The team will not be engaging in media speculation about its senior leadership team. Adrian Newey continues to lead the team ‌as Team Principal and Managing Technical Partner,” Aston Martin said in a statement. Audi stated that it was aware of the media reports. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli “There? is no official update from our side at this point in time, and we do not comment on speculation,” said a team spokesman. Earlier, BBC and Sky Sports reported that Aston Martin had made an approach for Wheatley, who was not available for comment, but no contract had been ‌signed. The www.motorsport.com website reported the acclaimed designer would stand aside to focus on technical matters, with Wheatley returning to Britain from Audi’s factory in Switzerland. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Can Aston Martin bounce back? So far, it has been a season to forget for Aston Martin, with the buildup starting from the pre-season. With its new Honda power unit lacking performance and producing heavy ‌vibrations, Aston Martin are yet to break the duck on the points tally. Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso retired from last Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix after saying he was losing feeling in his hands and feet. On board footage from the race in Shanghai showed Alonso taking his hands off the steering wheel whenever possible to ease ‌the pain. The team is owned by Canadian Lawrence Stroll, whose son Lance races as Spaniard Alonso’s teammate. It finished seventh last season with Mercedes engines.

Amid a poor start to the season, speculation was high for a change at the hierarchy level, but Adrian Newey is now set to stay at the helm with Villa looking to get back on track.&nbsp;

Formula One: Aston Martin back team principal Adrian Newey amid exit speculations

New Zealand won the third T20I against South Africa by eight wickets at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday (Mar 20), taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. After choosing to bowl first, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner led a strong effort to restrict South Africa to 136 for nine in 20 overs. Nqobani Mokoena was the top scorer for visitors with an unbeaten 26 from 20 balls, hitting three sixes and one four. George Linde (23), Dian Forrester (17) and Gerald Coetzee (16) also contributed some runs, but the top order failed badly and could not build a solid total.&nbsp;For New Zealand, Kyle Jamieson (2/42), Mitchell Santner (2/21) and Ben Sears (2/27) took two wickets each. Lockie Ferguson, James Neesham (1/22) and Cole McConchie (1/14) picked up one wicket each.&nbsp;Lockie Ferguson was named Player of the Match for his excellent bowling, giving away only nine runs in four overs and taking one wicket.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/big-boost-for-kkr-as-matheesha-pathirana-declared-fit-ahead-of-ipl-2026-1773995983759">Big boost for KKR as Matheesha Pathirana declared fit ahead of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;Chasing 137, New Zealand reached the target comfortably in 16.2 overs, losing just two wickets. Tom Latham scored an unbeaten 63 off 55 balls, with seven fours and two sixes. Devon Conway supported him well with 39 runs off 26 balls, including two sixes and four fours. Tim Robinson also added 17 runs and their combined effort helped New Zealand win the match easily.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-capitals-suffer-early-setback-as-mitchell-starc-set-to-miss-initial-stage-of-ipl-2026-1773993183628">DC suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;For South Africa, Lutho Sipamla (1/26) and captain Keshav Maharaj (1/30) took one wicket each, but the rest of the bowlers could not make an impact.&nbsp;With this win, New Zealand will look to keep their momentum going in the remaining matches, while South Africa will try to bounce back and level the series.

With this win, New Zealand will aim to continue their momentum in the upcoming matches, while South Africa will look to bounce back and level the series.

New Zealand won the third T20I against South Africa by eight wickets at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday (Mar 20), taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. After choosing to bowl first, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner led a strong effort to restrict South Africa to 136 for nine in 20 overs. Nqobani Mokoena was the top scorer for visitors with an unbeaten 26 from 20 balls, hitting three sixes and one four. George Linde (23), Dian Forrester (17) and Gerald Coetzee (16) also contributed some runs, but the top order failed badly and could not build a solid total. For New Zealand, Kyle Jamieson (2/42), Mitchell Santner (2/21) and Ben Sears (2/27) took two wickets each. Lockie Ferguson, James Neesham (1/22) and Cole McConchie (1/14) picked up one wicket each. Lockie Ferguson was named Player of the Match for his excellent bowling, giving away only nine runs in four overs and taking one wicket. Also Read - Big boost for KKR as Matheesha Pathirana declared fit ahead of IPL 2026 Chasing 137, New Zealand reached the target comfortably in 16.2 overs, losing just two wickets. Tom Latham scored an unbeaten 63 off 55 balls, with seven fours and two sixes. Devon Conway supported him well with 39 runs off 26 balls, including two sixes and four fours. Tim Robinson also added 17 runs and their combined effort helped New Zealand win the match easily. Also Read - DC suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026 For South Africa, Lutho Sipamla (1/26) and captain Keshav Maharaj (1/30) took one wicket each, but the rest of the bowlers could not make an impact. With this win, New Zealand will look to keep their momentum going in the remaining matches, while South Africa will try to bounce back and level the series.

With this win, New Zealand will aim to continue their momentum in the upcoming matches, while South Africa will look to bounce back and level the series.

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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) received a timely boost on Thursday (Mar 20) as Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed that their key fast bowler, Matheesha Pathirana, is fully fit and ready for the IPL 2026. Amid speculation over his availability, Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Bandula Dissanayake stated that Pathirana has completed his recovery and has been cleared to participate in the tournament.&nbsp;“As far as I know, he’s fit and we have given him NOC to participate in the IPL, that’s all I know at this point of time," Dissanayake was quoted as saying.&nbsp;“He has completed rehab and he is fit. But the franchise will be tasked to assess his readiness. At the moment we don’t know anything about that. As far as we know he is fit and ready to join IPL."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-capitals-suffer-early-setback-as-mitchell-starc-set-to-miss-initial-stage-of-ipl-2026-1773993183628">DC suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026</a>&nbsp;However, it is still not clear when Pathirana will join the KKR squad. The team will leave for Mumbai on Mar 25 and play their first match against Mumbai Indians on Mar 29. After that, they will play three home games at Eden Gardens against Sunrisers Hyderabad (Apr 2), Punjab Kings (Apr 6) and Lucknow Super Giants (Apr 9).&nbsp;Pathirana, bought by KKR for INR 18 crore, had been recovering from a calf injury sustained during Sri Lanka’s ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match against Australia. He subsequently missed the remainder of the tournament, as the co-hosts were eliminated in the Super 8 stage.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-reprimands-israeli-football-association-for-breaching-anti-discrimination-objectives-1773971924922">FIFA reprimands Israeli Football for breaching anti-discrimination objectives</a>&nbsp;Nicknamed “Baby Malinga,” Pathirana emerged as a T20 specialist while playing for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. Since his debut in 2022, he has featured in 32 matches for the team, claiming 47 wickets.&nbsp;However, his 2025 season was not very successful, as he managed only 13 wickets in 12 matches, at an economy rate of 10.14 and bowling average of 32.62.&nbsp;KKR’s pace attack has faced challenges ahead of the upcoming season, as their main pacer Harshit Rana is recovering from a ligament injury in his right knee and is likely to miss the tournament. Earlier this year, Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman was released due to a BCCI rule and the team brought in Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani as his replacement.

KKR gets a timely boost ahead of IPL 2026 as Matheesha Pathirana cleared by Sri Lanka Cricket to join the franchise

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) received a timely boost on Thursday (Mar 20) as Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed that their key fast bowler, Matheesha Pathirana, is fully fit and ready for the IPL 2026. Amid speculation over his availability, Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Bandula Dissanayake stated that Pathirana has completed his recovery and has been cleared to participate in the tournament. “As far as I know, he’s fit and we have given him NOC to participate in the IPL, that’s all I know at this point of time," Dissanayake was quoted as saying. “He has completed rehab and he is fit. But the franchise will be tasked to assess his readiness. At the moment we don’t know anything about that. As far as we know he is fit and ready to join IPL." Also Read - DC suffer early setback as Mitchell Starc set to miss initial stage of IPL 2026 However, it is still not clear when Pathirana will join the KKR squad. The team will leave for Mumbai on Mar 25 and play their first match against Mumbai Indians on Mar 29. After that, they will play three home games at Eden Gardens against Sunrisers Hyderabad (Apr 2), Punjab Kings (Apr 6) and Lucknow Super Giants (Apr 9). Pathirana, bought by KKR for INR 18 crore, had been recovering from a calf injury sustained during Sri Lanka’s ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match against Australia. He subsequently missed the remainder of the tournament, as the co-hosts were eliminated in the Super 8 stage. Also Read - FIFA reprimands Israeli Football for breaching anti-discrimination objectives Nicknamed “Baby Malinga,” Pathirana emerged as a T20 specialist while playing for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. Since his debut in 2022, he has featured in 32 matches for the team, claiming 47 wickets. However, his 2025 season was not very successful, as he managed only 13 wickets in 12 matches, at an economy rate of 10.14 and bowling average of 32.62. KKR’s pace attack has faced challenges ahead of the upcoming season, as their main pacer Harshit Rana is recovering from a ligament injury in his right knee and is likely to miss the tournament. Earlier this year, Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman was released due to a BCCI rule and the team brought in Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani as his replacement.

KKR gets a timely boost ahead of IPL 2026 as Matheesha Pathirana cleared by Sri Lanka Cricket to join the franchise

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