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India’s Tilak Varma ready to bat anywhere after explosive 44*

Indian batter Tilak Varma says he’s prepared to adapt to any batting position for the team after his blistering 44 not out off 16 balls in India’s 72-run T20 World Cup win over Zimbabwe. Varma, promoted down the order against Zimbabwe, struck a rapid cameo featuring three fours and four sixes that boosted India’s total and helped strengthen their net run rate in a crucial Super Eight clash. He emphasised his flexibility and willingness to take on whatever role the team requires, expressing confidence that this performance will help him contribute wherever needed. India now looks ahead to a pivotal match against West Indies with Varma’s confidence on the rise.

Ranji Trophy final: J&K tighten grip against Karnataka

Jammu and Kashmir strengthened their hold in the Ranji Trophy Elite 2025-26 final with a commanding all-round display against Karnataka cricket team. After posting a massive 584 in the first innings, J&K bowled Karnataka out for 293 to secure a 291-run lead. Auqib Nabi starred with the ball, claiming a crucial five-wicket haul. In their second innings, J&K extended the advantage further, putting Karnataka under sustained pressure heading into the final stages. With a dominant lead and disciplined execution in both departments, Jammu and Kashmir are firmly positioned to push for a historic Ranji Trophy triumph.

Suns edge Lakers 113-110 in last-second thriller

The Phoenix Suns clinched a dramatic 113-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers after a clutch three-pointer in the final second sealed the contest. Phoenix overturned a second-half deficit with relentless perimeter shooting, knocking down 22 shots from beyond the arc to seize control late. Grayson Allen led the scoring with 28 points, while timely contributions off the bench strengthened the comeback. For the Lakers, Luka Dončić delivered a sensational 41-point performance, adding eight rebounds and eight assists, but Los Angeles faltered defensively in crunch time, allowing the Suns to snatch victory at the buzzer.