Amelia Kerr (Photo Getty Images)

New Zealand Women created history in the second ODI against South Africa Women at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, successfully chasing the highest total in Women’s ODI history and breaking India’s record set during the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup. Amelia Kerr produced a sensational unbeaten 179 off 139 balls as New Zealand pulled off the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history, defeating South Africa to level the series.Top 5 Highest Successful Run Chases in Women’s ODIs347 – New Zealand vs South Africa (Wellington, 2026): NZ 350/8339 – India vs Australia (Navi Mumbai, 2025): IND 341/5331 – Australia vs India (Visakhapatnam, 2025): AUS 331/7302 – Sri Lanka vs South Africa (Potchefstroom, 2024): SL 305/4289 – Australia vs New Zealand (North Sydney, 2012): AUS 289/6Before New Zealand’s highest chase against South Africa, India achieved a historic 5-wicket victory over Australia on October 30, 2025, in the ICC Women’s World Cup semi-final at Navi Mumbai. Chasing a massive 339, India finished at 341/5 with 9 balls remaining, marking the highest successful chase in women’s ODI history in World Cup. Jemimah Rodrigues scored an unbeaten 127* to lead India into the final.

Match Summary: NZW vs SAW

Chasing a daunting 348, New Zealand lost Suzie Bates early, putting immediate pressure on the hosts. Kerr steadied the innings with a 52-run partnership alongside Georgia Plimmer, but South Africa tightened their grip when New Zealand slipped to 130/4 around the halfway mark.The turning point came through Kerr’s remarkable partnership with Isabella Gaze. The pair added 120 runs in just 81 balls, with Gaze playing a crucial supporting role, scoring a quickfire 68 off 48 deliveries. Kerr brought up her fifth ODI century off 90 balls before accelerating further, striking 23 fours and a six in a masterclass of controlled aggression.Kerr’s 120-run partnership with Gaze came off just 81 balls and shifted the game decisively, with the New Zealand captain getting to her fifth ODI ton off 90 balls and then accelerating. Kerr struck 23 fours and a six, playing the anchor and then the aggressor to keep up with the required run-rate even as wickets fell around her. It was fitting that she hit the winning boundary, sealing the result with a couple of balls to spare.Earlier, Laura Wolvaardt and Anneke Bosch added 132 for the second wicket to lay the platform for South Africa’s 347. Tazmin Brits fell early, but the pair rebuilt steadily. Chloe Tryon then provided the late surge with an unbeaten 52 off 25 balls, pushing the total to what looked like a match-winning score.Brief Scores:South Africa 346/6 (Bosch 91, Wolvaardt 69, Tryon 52*; Bree Illing 3/60)New Zealand 350/8 (Amelia Kerr 179*; Ayabonga Khaka 3/51)New Zealand won by 2 wickets

Arjun and father Sachin Tendulkar

NEW DELHI: Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has opened up about his personal life, surprising many with how different it is from what people expect. Now part of Lucknow Super Giants for IPL 2026 after moving from Mumbai Indians, he is preparing for a fresh start while dealing with constant attention and expectations.In a candid podcast with Shubhankar Mishra, Arjun shared that his life off the field is simple and not centred around cricket circles. When asked how he stays calm, he said, “I have five dogs in Goa, and I spend time playing with them.”

Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, featuring Ranveer Singh in the lead, has stirred controversy after filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS alleged that the film is based on a script he wrote in 2023. Backing his claim with registration details and documents, the filmmaker has said he will be taking legal action.

Filmmaker says he identified similarities after watching the film

Santosh shared that he only realised the alleged overlap after watching the film, which has been performing strongly at the box office.“You all might have watched Dhurandhar 2. It is working very well everywhere. After watching the movie, I came to know that it is my script and story. I had written it with a lot of hard work in 2023. I had narrated it to many companies because I was told that if I need big actors in the film, there has to be a corporate organisation backing it,” he told the media.

As the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) prepare to kick off their IPL 2026 campaign against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on April 01, 2026, all eyes are on their newest high-profile recruit: Arjun Tendulkar.

In a season that marks a significant shift in his career, moving from the shadow of the Wankhede to the rising powerhouse of Lucknow, the 26-year-old left-arm pacer has set the internet ablaze. Just hours before the 5th match of the tournament, Arjun dropped a series of candid revelations about his life off the field, offering a rare glimpse into the psyche of a man who carries one of the most famous surnames in sporting history.

Arjun Tendulkar drops a shocking personal confession before LSG vs DC showdown in IPL 2026

During a deep-dive conversation on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, Arjun was asked how he maintains his composure amidst the relentless scrutiny of the IPL. His answer was surprisingly grounded: “I have five dogs in Goa, and I spend time playing with them.” For Arjun, peace isn’t found in the highlight reels, but in the quietude of his coastal home.

The most shocking revelation, however, was his social circle. Despite being the son of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and a professional athlete himself, Arjun confessed, “I don’t really have cricketer friends; most of my friends don’t play cricket.” When pressed on whether he discusses the game with them, he simply noted that they “don’t know much about cricket,” providing him a vital escape from the 24/7 pressure cooker of the sport.

He also addressed the perennial elephant in the room: social media trolling. Having been labelled a work in progress for years, Arjun’s stance on criticism has hardened into a quiet confidence. “No, I’m not [scared of it],” he stated firmly, signalling a mental readiness for his fresh start with LSG.

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Can Arjun break through the LSG pace battery?

Arjun’s journey in the IPL has been one of extreme patience. After spending years in the Mumbai Indians (MI) dugout, his on-field opportunities remained sparse. His T20 stats tell the story of a player still finding his rhythm at the elite level:

Arjun Tendulkar: IPL Career Snapshot (2023–2024)

While his bowling average (38.00) and economy suggest room for growth, his cameo with the bat, including a notable six against Mohit Sharma in 2023, hints at his potential as a lower-middle-order explosive.

At Lucknow, the competition for a spot in the XI is fierce. He joins a lethal pace attack featuring Mohammed Shami, the express speed of Mayank Yadav, and international stars like Anrich Nortje. However, under the leadership of Rishabh Pant, Arjun’s left-arm angle and his recent work with idol Yuvraj Singh (notably on his backlift) might finally earn him the consistent run that eluded him in Mumbai. As the lights go up at the Ekana Stadium tonight, the ‘Prince of Cricket’ seems ready to finally define his own legacy.

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Kamran Akmal opens up on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

NEW DELHI: Indian teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is quickly becoming one of the biggest talking points in cricket. The teenage batter has been in explosive form in the IPL, delivering performances that are far beyond his age. Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal believes this is just the beginning. He feels Sooryavanshi is already ready for the international stage and could soon represent India.