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Big Bash League 2023-24

Nikhil Chaudhary is doing really well for Hobart Hurricanes after getting a big contract in the BBL. The 27-year-old, who used to play cricket for Punjab in India, is a huge fan of Virat Kohli.

Virat Kohli (Left), Rohit Sharma and Nikhil Chaudhary of the Hobart Hurricanes. (Screengrab: Instagram/BBL)

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‘I am a big fan of his…’: Delhi-born Nikhil Chaudhary, who is taking BBL by storm, lauds Indian superstar

After the Hobart Hurricanes won against the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League (BBL) on January 4, all-rounder Nikhil Chaudhary had a heartwarming moment with Australian legend Brett Lee.

Hobart Hurricanes’ Nikhil Chaudhary (Left) and Former Australian pacer Brett Lee. (Photo Courtesy: Twitter)

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Watch: Nikhil Chaudhary performs kabaddi celebration with his idol Brett Lee after win over Melbourne Renegades

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Exploring Electra Stumps: The Big Bash League's game-changing innovation; all you need to know

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Tennis

Carlos Alcaraz continued his impressive run at Wimbledon 2025 with a commanding fourth-round victory over Andrey Rublev, securing his place in the quarter-finals and extending his dominance on grass.

Carlos Alcaraz fired 22 aces and won 82% of his first-serve points in a four-set triumph over Rublev.

The Spaniard remains unbeaten at Wimbledon since 2022, reaching the quarter-finals for the third straight year.

Carlos Alcaraz scripts Wimbledon history following his fourth-round victory over Andrey Rublev

Carlos Alcaraz

Motor Sports

Lewis Hamilton endured a challenging British Grand Prix at Silverstone, finishing just shy of the podium and reflecting on the difficulties faced during the unpredictable race conditions.

Lewis Hamilton narrowly misses out on a podium, finishing P4 at his home race.

Ferrari struggles in mixed weather as Hamilton battles understeer and tyre issues.

Lewis Hamilton makes brutal Ferrari admission after P4 finish at British Grand Prix: "This car doesn’t..."

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Lando Norris claimed his first-ever Formula 1 victory on home soil at Silverstone, while Nico Hulkenberg stunned with a maiden podium finish after a remarkable charge from 19th on the grid.

Lando Norris dominates a wet-dry Silverstone to secure his maiden F1 win in front of a home crowd.

Nico Hulkenberg finishes third for Kick Sauber, earning his first career podium after 239 Grand Prix starts.

Nico Hulkenberg grabs first F1 podium as Lando Norris secures maiden home win at Silverstone

Nico Hulkenberg and Lando Norris

Basketball

Kevin Durant has joined the Houston Rockets in a major multi-team trade that brings fresh talent and veteran presence to the franchise. The move marks a bold shift in the NBA offseason.

Kevin Durant heads to Houston, joining forces with Alperen Şengün and Clint Capela in a revamped Rockets lineup.

Phoenix Suns acquire Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, signaling a new era built on grit and youth.

Kevin Durant sent to Houston Rockets in a blockbuster move that shook up the NBA trade history

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India tour of England 2025

Shubman Gill came out with a witty reply to journalist who questioned India's record at Edgbaston before second Test against England

Shubman Gill came out with a witty reply to English journalist who questioned India's Edgbaston record

India ended up thrashing England in 2nd Test, registering their first-ever win at Edgbaston

India's Test captain Shubman Gill in frame

‘Where’s my favourite journalist….’: Shubman Gill brutally mocks reporter who questioned India's record at Edgbaston before winning 2nd Test

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Hobart Hurricanes

Benjamin Reginald McDermott

Billy James Stanlake

Jackson Munro Bird

Jake Richard Doran

Macalister Bailey Wright

Marcus Bean

Mohammad Nabi Eisakhil

Mohammad Nawaz

Nikhil Chaudhary

Odean Fabian Smith

Rafael Macmillan

Sahibzada Farhan

Timothy Peter Ward

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Nathan Trevor Ellis

Punjab Kings

I.S. Bindra Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali

130* by Matthew Wade v Adelaide Strikers on January 26, 2020 - r

Matthew Wade

127 by Ben McDermott v Melbourne Renegades on December 29, 2021 - r

Ben McDermott

122* by D'Arcy Short v Brisbane Heat on January 10, 2018 - r

D'Arcy Short

5/14 by Dan Christian v Adelaide Strikers on January 2, 2017 - w

Dan Christian

5/21 by D'Arcy Short v Sydney Thunder on January 24, 2020 - r

4/11 by Jake Reed v Sydney Thunder on January 9, 2015 - w

Jake Reed

78* by Aiden Blizzard v Cape Cobras on September 21, 2014 - Hobart Hurricanes beat Cape Cobras by 6 wickets

Aiden Blizzard

4/27 by Xavier Doherty v Barbados Royals on September 28, 2014 - Hobart Hurricanes beat Barbados Tridents by 6 wickets

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Tim Paine

Ben Dunk

Barbados Royals

Cape Cobras

Kolkata Knight Riders

Northern Districts

Aiden Blizzard - (188 runs for Hobart Hurricanes)

Shoaib Malik - (172 runs for Hobart Hurricanes)

Shoaib Malik

Ben Dunk - (131 runs for Hobart Hurricanes)

Doug Bollinger - (9 wickets for Hobart Hurricanes)

Doug Bollinger

Ben Hilfenhaus - (8 wickets for Hobart Hurricanes)

Ben Hilfenhaus

Xavier Doherty - (7 wickets for Hobart Hurricanes)

India - I.S. Bindra Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali

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India - Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur

Perth Scorchers

W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth

130* by Matthew Wade v Adelaide Strikers on January 26, 2020 - Hobart Hurricanes beat Adelaide Strikers by 10 runs

5/14 by Dan Christian v Adelaide Strikers on January 2, 2017 - Hobart Hurricanes beat Adelaide Strikers by 8 wickets

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Nathan Ellis

Peter Handscomb

Charlie Wakim

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Melbourne Renegades

Melbourne Stars

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Sydney Thunder

Yorkshire

Ben McDermott - (2743 runs for Hobart Hurricanes)

D'Arcy Short - (2706 runs for Hobart Hurricanes)

Matthew Wade - (2285 runs for Hobart Hurricanes)

Riley Meredith - (103 wickets for Hobart Hurricanes)

Riley Meredith

Nathan Ellis - (87 wickets for Hobart Hurricanes)

Cameron Boyce - (43 wickets for Hobart Hurricanes)

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‘I am a big fan of his…’: Delhi-born Nikhil Chaudhary, who is taking BBL by storm, lauds Indian superstar

Watch: Nikhil Chaudhary performs kabaddi celebration with his idol Brett Lee after win over Melbourne Renegades

Exploring Electra Stumps: The Big Bash League's game-changing innovation; all you need to know

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Ben McDermott
Wicket-Keeper

Billy Stanlake
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Jackson Bird
Bowler

Jake Doran
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Macalister Wright
Batsman

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News Updates

‘I am a big fan of his…’: Delhi-born Nikhil Chaudhary, who is taking BBL by storm, lauds Indian superstar

Watch: Nikhil Chaudhary performs kabaddi celebration with his idol Brett Lee after win over Melbourne Renegades

Exploring Electra Stumps: The Big Bash League's game-changing innovation; all you need to know

Team Players

Ben McDermottWicket-Keeper

Billy StanlakeBowler

Jackson BirdBowler

Jake DoranWicket-Keeper

Macalister WrightBatsman

Ben McDermott
Wicket-Keeper

Billy Stanlake
Bowler

Jackson Bird
Bowler

Jake Doran
Wicket-Keeper

Macalister Wright
Batsman