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Film review: 'Pad Man' is worth a watch especially for its social message
There are no pads to cushion as R Balki's movie hits hard on inhibitions and issues surrounding menstrual hygiene for women
UAE’s Abdullah Sultan Al Aryani wins silver in men’s 10m air rifle at Rio 2016 Paralympics
UAE shooter Abdullah Sultan Al Aryani got the country’s 2016 Rio Paralympic Games campaign off with a bang when he finished with a silver medal in the 10-metre air rifle event on Thursday evening.
Win or go home: Not much separates Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL Eliminator
If past records count for something then Kolkata have a slight advantage over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator on Wednesday where there is not much to pick from the two IPL sides, writes Kumar Shyam.
Virat Kohli and Bangalore momentum will test Gujarat consistency in IPL play-offs
While the Lions have been a sum of all parts, Bangalore will take heart from the fact that their most recent match had the bowlers holding their nerve in a do-or-die final group match against Delhi on Sunday.
Anurag Thakur: From nobody to BCCI president in just 11 years
Kumar Shyam tracks the rise of Anurag Thakur from mere BCCI presidential voter to assuming to the position himself, a deft political ascent.
Navigating the BCCI the biggest challenge for new ICC chairman Shashank Manohar
Shashank Manohar may not necessarily be an extension of the BCCI and it will be interesting to see how much he can get the Indian power brokers to play ball in the meeting rooms of the ICC headquarters at Dubai Sports City.
IPL: Vijay, Vohra and Maxwell finally get Kings XI Punjab in their sweet spot
Kings XI Punjab scored their first win on their third try to start the IPL season on Sunday, with their batting stars finally clicking in a six-wicket win over Rising Pune Supergiants.
IPL: Breathtaking Quinton de Kock overcomes might of Kohli, De Villiers and Watson
Quinton de Kock became the first centurion of IPL 9 on Sunday, his 51-ball 108 leading Delhi Daredevils in a seven-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore.
PSL: Quetta Gladiators’ Kumar Sangakkara and Kevin Pietersen cast gloom over Chris Gayle’s Lahore Qalandars in run feast
The hopes of qualifying for Qalandars were left hanging by the thread as the Gladiators won by two wickets at the Dubai International Stadium.
Gemini Arabians unstoppable even without Sehwag and Botha anchors Leo Lions’ win
Five successive wins from as many games, the Arabians moving from strength to strength with a 22-run victory in Sharjah.
Dates, rules and five free agent players to watch out for: A guide to the 2016 IPL auction
Ahead of Saturday's auction, Kumar Shyam provides the lowdown on the 2016 Indian Premier League season.
Friday cover: Sailing’s elite begin showcase in Abu Dhabi
The National's Sport cover for the Friday, October 30 issue, featuring the ISAF Sailing World Cup Final as it began in Abu Dhabi.
Thursday cover: Barcelona running risk of soon running on fumes
The National's Sport cover for the Thursday, October 29 issue, featuring Barcelona and the lingering question of how much strain the Catalan club can take.
Friday cover: Misbah makes it happen again for Pakistan
The National's Sport cover for the Friday, October 23 issue, featuring Misbah-ul-Haq on Pakistan's solid first day against England in Dubai in the second Test.
