Meet Learner Tien: The 19-year-old American faced Novak Djokovic in the U.S. Open first round

Nineteen-year-old Learner Tien, with Vietnamese immigrant roots, faced Novak Djokovic at the U.S. Open, marking a significant milestone. Tien, who turned professional in 2023, had a breakthrough at the 2025 Australian Open. Despite losing to Djokovic, the match provided invaluable experience for the rising tennis star, highlighting his potential and resilience on the Grand Slam…

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Cheteshwar Pujara : ‘Time to give the next generation a chance’ – Post-retirement interview

Cheteshwar Pujara, India’s Test batting mainstay, has retired from all cricket forms after a stellar career spanning from 2010 to 2023. He emphasized creating opportunities for younger players and expressed satisfaction with his media engagements. Pujara fondly recalled his innings in Colombo, Adelaide, and double centuries in India, while acknowledging the challenges posed by Steyn,…

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No farewell! Pujara retires, joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

Cheteshwar Pujara’s quiet retirement highlights a common trend in cricket, where legends like MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag also missed grand farewells. Many Indian cricket stars, including Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan, exited without fanfare due to form, injuries, or team decisions. The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains uncertain, raising concerns about…

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SA20 | Sourav Ganguly’s first-ever coaching stint: Ex-India skipper joins South African side

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian captain, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pretoria Capitals, an SA20 franchise, for the 2026 season. This marks Ganguly’s inaugural coaching role with a cricket team. The Centurion-based team confirmed the appointment following Jonathan Trott’s departure, hoping Ganguly’s leadership will bring a turnaround in their performance.

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