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What Is a Powerplay in Cricket? ODI, T20 & The Rules Explained
A powerplay is a fixed set of overs where the fielding side may keep only two fielders outside the 30-yard circle. Here are the exact ODI, T20 and T20I rules.
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View all →C.K. Nayudu: India's First Test Cricket Captain
C.K. Nayudu captained India in its first-ever Test match in 1932 and became the first cricketer to receive the Padma Bhushan. Here is the story of the man they called a tiger on the field.
What Is DRS in Cricket? Decision Review System Explained
DRS lets teams challenge an umpire's decision using ball-tracking, edge detection, and Hot Spot. Here's how reviews work, how many each side gets, and what umpire's call means.
What Is a Googly in Cricket?
A googly is a leg-spinner's disguised delivery that turns the opposite way to a leg break, spinning into a right-hander. Here's how it's bowled and why it deceives batters.
The Impact Player Rule in Cricket, Explained
The Impact Player rule lets a T20 team swap in one substitute mid-match to bat or bowl. Popularised by the IPL, here's how it works, when a sub can come in, and its effect.
What Is LBW in Cricket? Leg Before Wicket Explained
LBW means the ball would have hit the stumps but struck the batter's pad first. Here are the exact conditions umpires check, and how DRS ball-tracking decides close calls.
What Is a Nightwatchman in Cricket?
A nightwatchman is a lower-order batter sent in late in the day to shield a specialist batter from tricky conditions. Here's why teams use one and when the tactic pays off.
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Amazing All-Time Records of the FIFA Women's World Cup
The USA's four titles, Marta's record goals, and a 13-0 rout: here are the most remarkable all-time records of the FIFA Women's World Cup, updated as of 2026.
Amazing Facts About Manny Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao is the only eight-division world champion in boxing history, rose from deep poverty, and served as a senator of the Philippines. Here are the most amazing facts about him.
What Is a Bogey in Golf? Plus Double and Triple Bogeys
A bogey is a score of one stroke over par on a hole. Here is what bogey means, how it compares to par and birdie, and what double and triple bogeys are.
What Is a Break Point in Tennis?
A break point is a point that, if won by the returner, wins the game against the server. Here is what it means, why it matters so much, and related terms.
C.K. Nayudu: India's First Test Cricket Captain
C.K. Nayudu captained India in its first-ever Test match in 1932 and became the first cricketer to receive the Padma Bhushan. Here is the story of the man they called a tiger on the field.
What Is a Double Dribble in Basketball?
A double dribble is a violation: dribbling with two hands at once, or picking the ball up and then dribbling again. It costs your team possession. Here's exactly what counts.
What Is DRS in F1? Drag Reduction System Explained
DRS (Drag Reduction System) opens a flap in an F1 car's rear wing to cut drag and boost straight-line speed, helping the chasing driver overtake. Here's how and when it works.
What Is DRS in Cricket? Decision Review System Explained
DRS lets teams challenge an umpire's decision using ball-tracking, edge detection, and Hot Spot. Here's how reviews work, how many each side gets, and what umpire's call means.
Golf Handicap Explained: How It Works and How to Get One
A golf handicap estimates your scoring ability so players of different levels can compete fairly. Here is how it is calculated, what it means, and how to get one.