In a historic moment for Indian chess, 17-year-old Gukesh from Chennai has secured his place as the youngest-ever contender for the World Chess Championship. Despite a draw against Hikaru Nakamura in the final round of the Candidates chess tournament, Gukesh's fate was determined by the outcome of the intense match between Ian Nepomniachtchi and Fabiano Caruana, which ended in a draw after 109 moves. Gukesh's remarkable journey to the top has captivated the chess world, and he now prepares to face Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship.          

In a nerve-wracking encounter, Kolkata Knight Riders secured a dramatic one-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL 2024 clash. Despite a fierce last-over onslaught by Karn Sharma, KKR held their nerve to defend their imposing target of 222 runs. Phil Salt's aggressive start with 48 runs off 14 balls and Shreyas Iyer's composed fifty with 50 runs off 36 balls set the tone for KKR's innings, helping them post 222/6 in 20 overs. RCB fought back valiantly with half-centuries from Will Jacks (55 runs off 32 balls) and Rajat Patidar (52 runs off 23 balls) but fell short in the final over, managing to score 221 runs.

Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) known for its Nandini brand of dairy products, has announced sponsorship for Scotland and Ireland teams in the T20 Cricket World Cup, happening from June 1-29, co-hosted by West Indies and the United States. KMF plans to introduce Nandini Splash, an energy drink made from whey, in the US market during the tournament. Managing Director MK Jagadish confirmed the sponsorship and product launch to India Today, expressing the aim to focus on energy-based drinks globally during the World Cup. With a record 20 teams participating, KMF aims to make Nandini Splash a highlight product.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru face a daunting task to revive their IPL campaign after a dismal start. With six losses out of seven matches, they're in a must-win situation. Batting struggles persist, with only Kohli and Karthik showing consistency. Skipper du Plessis's form and captaincy are under scrutiny. Bowling remains a concern, with lineup uncertainty. The absence of Maxwell, who's battling poor form and mental health issues, adds to their woes. RCB suffered humiliation against SRH, conceding the highest IPL total ever. Maxwell's return remains uncertain due to a hip strain. Tough times ahead for RCB.

In a high-stakes clash on April 21, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. KKR, ranked second, has won 4 out of 6 matches, while struggling RCB sits at the bottom with just 1 win in 7 matches. The scorching heat of 41 degrees Celsius, with a real feel of 42 degrees, adds to the challenge. Kolkata has a historical edge, winning 19 out of 33 encounters against RCB. However, RCB's top-order featuring Virat Kohli and Dinesh Karthik remains their strength amidst bowling woes. The match begins at 3:30 PM with no rain expected.

Travis Head's explosive fifty and T Natarajan's lethal bowling propelled SunRisers Hyderabad to a commanding 67-run triumph over Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2024 encounter. Pursuing a daunting target of 267, Delhi's chase initially sparked hope with Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abhishek Porel's aggressive contributions. However, once dismissed, Delhi faltered as SRH bowlers tightened their grip. Natarajan claimed four wickets, while Mayank Markande secured two for SRH. Earlier, Head's blistering 89 and Abhishek Sharma's quickfire 46 powered SRH to an imposing 266 for seven, setting the stage for their resounding victory. Spinner Kuldeep Yadav managed four wickets for DC.

Vinesh Phogat secures an Olympic quota in the women's 50kg wrestling category by defeating Kazakhstan's Laura Ganikyzy 10-0 at the Asian Olympic qualifiers. Displaying exceptional skill, Phogat now faces Uzbekistan's Aktenge Keunimjaeva in the final. Despite adversity, including a knee injury and illness, Phogat's resilience shines through, earning her a spot in Paris 2024. Her victory marks a remarkable comeback after protests against former WFI president and a hiatus from competition. Phogat's triumph adds to her illustrious wrestling career, highlighting her determination and prowess on the mat.

In a gripping IPL 2024 encounter, Lucknow Super Giants secured a convincing 8-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Ekana Cricket Stadium. Despite Ravindra Jadeja's resilient fifty (57* off 40) and MS Dhoni's quickfire 28* off 9, CSK posted 176/6. However, KL Rahul's explosive 82 off 53 guided LSG to victory. The match's climax saw CSK's disastrous review on a no-ball call, adding to their woes. LSG's dominant performance underscores their strength in the tournament, while CSK faces setbacks early in the season.

In the IPL 2024 match against LSG, MS Dhoni showcased his prowess with a blistering 28 runs off just 9 balls, featuring 2 fours and 2 massive sixes, including a 101-meter hit. Celebrating his 16th IPL anniversary, Dhoni's aggressive batting lifted CSK to 176/6. Coming in at No.8, he injected momentum with powerful strokes, especially in the penultimate over against Mohsin Khan and the final over against Yash Thakur. Dhoni's stellar performance underscores his dominance in T20 cricket, with 65 sixes in the 20th over and over 5000 runs as a wicketkeeper-batsman in the IPL.

In a nail-biting encounter, Mumbai Indians secured a thrilling 9-run victory over Punjab Kings in IPL 2024. After posting a challenging total of 192/7, courtesy of Suryakumar Yadav's brilliant 78 off 53 balls, Mumbai Indians faced a tough fight from Punjab Kings. However, Ashutosh Sharma's explosive 61 off 28 deliveries nearly turned the tide in Punjab Kings' favor. Ultimately, Mumbai Indians held their nerve in the final over to emerge victorious in the high-scoring contest. The win propels Mumbai Indians to a promising start in the tournament, while Punjab Kings will aim to bounce back stronger.