Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar, has alleged sexual harassment from fellow cricketers following her gender transition. Speaking to Lallantop, Anaya revealed, "There have been cricketers who randomly sent me nude pictures." She also described verbal abuse and inappropriate propositions, even from senior players. Formerly known as Aryan, Anaya opened up about concealing her identity while playing alongside cricketers like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan. She called out the "toxic masculinity" in cricket and urged for inclusivity and respect. Her revelations come amid global debate over transgender participation in sports following new ICC and ECB regulations. (PC: Instagram/Anaya Bangar)

India head coach Gautam Gambhir did not oppose the BCCI's decision to end assistant coach Abhishek Nayar's contract prematurely. Despite their successful collaboration at Kolkata Knight Riders, Nayar struggled to connect with senior players in the national team. Feedback from key batters indicated dissatisfaction with his role in the dressing room. Nayar, appointed on Gambhir's recommendation, was intended to serve as the batting coach. However, following India's 0-3 Test series loss to New Zealand and a 1-3 defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, the BCCI began scrutinizing the support staff's performance. Consequently, Nayar's contract was not renewed, and Sitanshu Kotak is set to continue as the batting coach. (PC: India Today)

On April 17, 2025, Will Jacks delivered a stellar all-round performance, leading Mumbai Indians (MI) to their third win of the IPL 2025 season by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Jacks, showing confidence and comfort in the middle order, played a crucial role in the team's dominant victory. His explosive batting and key contributions highlighted his growing importance in MI's lineup, as the team solidified its position in the standings. The win marked another step forward in MI's campaign, with Jacks emerging as a central figure for the franchise. (PC: IPL)

Mumbai Indians clinched their second straight win in IPL 2025, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad by four wickets in a controlled performance at Mumbai. Will Jacks was the standout performer, scoring a quick 36 off 26 balls with three fours and three sixes, alongside a tight spell of 3-0-14-2. Chasing SRH's 162/5, MI reached the target in 18.1 overs, finishing at 166/6. Despite the win, MI stayed seventh on the points table with six points, while SRH remained ninth with four. Mumbai’s all-round display on a tricky surface marks a strong resurgence as the league nears its halfway mark. (PC: BCCI)

In an exciting IPL 2025 clash, Mumbai Indians began their chase of 163 against Sunrisers Hyderabad with Rohit Sharma eyeing a personal milestone. SRH posted 162/5, thanks to a late onslaught by Heinrich Klaasen and Aniket Verma. Klaasen smashed 21 runs off Deepak Chahar in the 18th over, while Aniket and captain Pat Cummins hammered 22 in the final over off Hardik Pandya. Jasprit Bumrah’s crucial wicket of Klaasen helped restrict SRH slightly. Abhishek Sharma top-scored with 40. Will Jacks starred with the ball for MI, taking 2/14. The pressure is now on MI to chase down the target. (PC: BCCI)

In a crucial IPL 2025 face-off at Wankhede, Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Notably, Rohit Sharma was missing from MI’s playing XI once again, sparking discussions among fans and analysts. Rohit, who has scored only 56 runs in five matches this season, is two sixes away from reaching 250 IPL sixes for MI. Both teams remain unchanged from their previous fixtures and come into this game after ending losing streaks. MI currently sit 7th on the points table, while SRH trail at 9th. (PC: BCCI)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has taken Uber to Delhi High Court over a new ad. The ad features SRH player Travis Head pulling pranks on rival teams. In one scene, the words “Royally Challenged Bengaluru” are sprayed on a stadium sign. RCB said this hurts their brand and asked for the ad to be stopped. Uber said the ad is just humour and part of free speech. The court has not given a final order yet. RCB also pointed out that Travis Head once played for them, making the ad even more upsetting for the team.

Following India’s disastrous Test series loss in Australia and failure to reach the World Test Championship final, the BCCI has reportedly sacked batting coach Abhishek Nayar and fielding coach T Dilip. Nayar, who joined only eight months ago, and Dilip, known for his fielding medal innovation, were informed last week. Strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai has also been relieved. Adrian le Roux is expected to take over Desai’s role. With the England Test series looming in June, changes are underway as BCCI looks to revamp the support staff after consecutive overseas setbacks. Official confirmation is awaited. (PC: AP)

Following India's 1-3 series defeat in the Border–Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, the BCCI has sacked batting coach Abhishek Nayar, fielding coach T. Dilip, and strength & conditioning coach Soham Desai. Appointed just eight months ago, Nayar’s exit follows India's inconsistent batting displays. Interim changes have been made, with Ryan ten Doeschate taking over fielding duties and Adrian Le Roux stepping in as fitness coach. These shifts come ahead of India’s crucial five-Test home series against England starting June 20. With pressure mounting, BCCI’s swift actions signal a strategic reset under new head coach Gautam Gambhir. (Getty Images)

Cricket icon MS Dhoni and football legend Lionel Messi have teamed up for a new Lay’s India advertisement, creating a buzz among fans. The commercial begins with Messi juggling a football with finesse, before passing it off to Dhoni, who surprises viewers by showing off impressive football moves of his own. The collaboration nods to Dhoni’s early sporting days, where he played as a school-level goalkeeper before switching to cricket. The ad marks a rare and exciting crossover between two of the world’s most beloved athletes, delighting fans across sports communities. (PC: X)