Saudi Arabia to launch first professional T20 league in October; Yuvraj Singh named ambassador

May 15, 2026 12:23 PM

Saudi Arabia to launch first professional T20 league in October; Yuvraj Singh named ambassador

Saudi Arabia will stage its first professional Twenty20 cricket league in October, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s sporting development, organisers said on Thursday. The six-team league will begin in the second week of October, featuring “legends of the international game” alongside emerging talent. The initiative is aimed at expanding cricket’s footprint across the Gulf region while providing a global-standard sporting and entertainment platform. South Asian Network L...

We should support women’s team as much as we support men’s, says Yuvraj Singh ahead of World Cup 2025

August 12, 2025 9:33 AM

We should support women’s team as much as we support men’s, says Yuvraj Singh ahead of World Cup 2025

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh on Monday expressed his excitement for the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, urging fans to support the women’s team as much as they support the men’s. Speaking at the '50 Days to Go' event ahead of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, Singh said, “Everyone expects India to win. We should support the women’s team as much as we support the men’s team. The World Cup is being held in India, and I urge all fans to come and watch the matches.” “W...

Yuvraj Singh to captain India champions in WCL Season 2; Dhawan set for debut

March 21, 2025 4:50 PM

Yuvraj Singh to captain India champions in WCL Season 2; Dhawan set for debut

Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh has confirmed his return as captain of the India Champions for the second season of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), set to be held in July in the United Kingdom. Having led the team to victory in the tournament's inaugural edition, Yuvraj will again spearhead the squad, now joined by former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, who will make his WCL debut following his international retirement last year. Reflecting on his role as captain for the second season, Yuvr...