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'Sat-Chi' Duo Aim for Olympic Redemption After Paris Quarterfinal Exit

Indian badminton star Chirag Shetty, one-half of the renowned men's doubles duo 'Sat-Chi' with Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, has opened up about their disappointing quarterfinal exit at the Paris Olympics 2024. Despite a strong start in the knockout stage, Satwik and Chirag's Olympic medal hopes were

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Sarfaraz Khan's Maiden Test Century Inspires India's Fightback

Sarfaraz Khan's scintillating century in the second innings of the first Test against New Zealand has reignited his hopes of cementing a place in the Indian Test team. The 25-year-old right-hander, who was drafted in as a replacement for the injured Shubman Gill, seized the opportunity with both

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Dipa Karmakar Urges Current Gymnasts to Embrace Passion for Global Success

Dipa Karmakar, the trailblazing Indian gymnast, has expressed concern over the lack of passion among the current generation of gymnasts. She believes that this deficiency is hindering their ability to excel on the global stage. Karmakar, who made history as the first Indian woman gymnast to compete at the Olympics

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England not 'found out' on spinning pitches, insists McCullum

Brendon McCullum, England's coach, has dismissed suggestions that his team has been exposed on spinning pitches, despite Pakistan's captain Shan Masood expressing a desire for another turner in the series decider in Rawalpindi. Pakistan's radical overhaul of their strategy in the second Test in

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Jordan Cox Set for England Test Debut as Jamie Smith Takes Paternity Leave

Jordan Cox, a promising 24-year-old wicketkeeper-batter, is poised to make his Test debut for England during their upcoming tour to New Zealand. Cox's opportunity arises due to Jamie Smith's expected absence for paternity leave during part of the series. Cox, who has been England's

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Steve Smith Returns to Number Four in Australia's Test Batting Order

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has revealed the strategic decision to move Steve Smith back to his familiar batting position at number four in Tests. This shift comes after a brief experiment with Smith opening the batting, which yielded limited success. McDonald explained that the decision was made

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Phil Simmons Focuses on Cricket Amidst Bangladesh Turmoil

Bangladesh cricket is experiencing a tumultuous period, but newly appointed head coach Phil Simmons is determined to keep the focus on the upcoming Test series against South Africa. Simmons, who replaced Chandika Hathurusinghe on Tuesday, faces a challenging task. Shakib Al Hasan, the team's star all-rounder, has withdrawn

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Pant's 99-Run Masterclass Inspires India's Fightback

Rishabh Pant's valiant 99-run knock on Day 4 of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru was a testament to his exceptional batting prowess. Despite agonizingly missing out on a well-deserved century by just 1 run, Pant's innings was a masterclass in strokeplay and determination.

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Sarfaraz Khan Joins Elite Club with Duck and 150-Plus in Same Test

Sarfaraz Khan's Historic Feat: Duck and 150-Plus in Same Test Rising Indian star Sarfaraz Khan has etched his name into the annals of cricket history with a remarkable achievement during the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. Khan became only the third Indian cricketer to score a

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Rishabh Pant Breaks Record, Becomes Fastest Indian Wicketkeeper to 2500 Test Runs

Rishabh Pant's blistering knock on Day 4 of the first Test against New Zealand has etched his name into the annals of Indian cricket history. The swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter became the fastest Indian wicketkeeper to reach the milestone of 2500 Test runs, surpassing the previous record held by MS

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Rohit Sharma's IPL Future Sparks Fan Frenzy at India-New Zealand Test

Rohit Sharma's IPL Future Sparks Fan Frenzy at India-New Zealand Test During the first Test between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru, India captain Rohit Sharma found himself at the center of a light-hearted moment that has captured the attention of cricket fans on social media. As Rohit

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Richards, Gavaskar, Pollock to Govern International Masters League

Legendary cricketers Vivian Richards, Sunil Gavaskar, and Shaun Pollock have been appointed as governing council members of the inaugural International Masters League (IML) tournament. The six-nation T20 event, featuring retired players like Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara, will take place from November 17 to December 8. The IML aims to

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Mumbai Indians Likely to Retain Rohit Sharma, Pandya, Bumrah, and Yadav

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 retention list is highly anticipated, especially considering the upcoming mega auction. Among the most intriguing questions is whether Rohit Sharma will remain with the Mumbai Indians (MI), a team he has led to five IPL titles. According to a report by the Indian Express,

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Basit Ali Slams Yashasvi Jaiswal for Reckless Shot in India vs New Zealand Test

Former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali has criticized young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal for throwing away his wicket cheaply in the second innings of the first Test against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Jaiswal was dismissed for 35 off 52 balls, stumped by Tom Blundell off Ajaz

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Indian Footballers to Train at Manchester United's Old Trafford

Indian Footballers to Train at Manchester United's Old Trafford Three promising Indian footballers, along with two others from Nepal and Thailand, have earned the opportunity to train at the iconic Old Trafford stadium in Manchester. The players were selected through the fourth edition of United We Play, a

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MS Dhoni's Enduring Bond with Devoted Fan Ram Babu

Ram Babu, an ardent fan of former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni, has revealed the enduring bond between the two. Despite Dhoni's retirement from international cricket, he continues to support Babu, providing him with match passes to various matches across India. Babu, known for his iconic T-shirt adorned

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Sanjay Manjrekar Compares Sarfaraz Khan to Javed Miandad

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has heaped praise on Sarfaraz Khan, comparing him to legendary Pakistani batter Javed Miandad. Manjrekar's comments came after Sarfaraz's impressive performance in the first Test between India and New Zealand in Kanpur. Sarfaraz, who replaced the injured Shubman Gill in the

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Shakib Al Hasan's Absence Sparks Protests Ahead of Bangladesh-South Africa Test Series

Shakib Al Hasan's Absence Sparks Protests as Bangladesh Prepares for South Africa Test Series Bangladeshi cricket fans gathered outside the Mirpur Cricket Stadium in Dhaka on Friday to protest the exclusion of star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan from the national team ahead of the upcoming home test series

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Ishan Kishan Returns to India A Team After BCCI Contract Snub

Ishan Kishan, the explosive left-handed batter, is set to make a comeback to the India A team after being dropped from the BCCI central contracts earlier this year. Kishan's return to the domestic circuit as captain of Jharkhand has paved the way for his inclusion in the India

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Pakistan Ends Three-Year Home Test Drought with 152-Run Win Over England

Pakistan's cricket team has finally broken a three-year drought on home soil, defeating England by 152 runs in the second Test in Multan. The victory levels the three-match series 1-1. The win is a significant achievement for Pakistan, which has struggled in recent years. The team's

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India Collapse to Record Low of 46 in Bengaluru Test

Team India's batting woes continued on Day 2 of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, as they were bundled out for a paltry 46 runs, their lowest Test total on home soil. The collapse was triggered by a devastating bowling performance from Matt Henry and William

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Rachin Ravindra's Century Highlights New Zealand's Grit in Bengaluru

Rachin Ravindra, the New Zealand cricketer with deep-rooted connections to Bengaluru, has once again showcased his exceptional talent on Indian soil. During the second Test match against India at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Ravindra scored a magnificent 134 runs off 157 balls, helping his team post a formidable total. Ravindra&

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Real Madrid Coach Defends Mbappé Amid Rape Allegations

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed reports that Kylian Mbappé is being investigated for rape, stating that the allegations have not affected the player's performance. Swedish media outlets had reported that Mbappé was the subject of an investigation following an alleged incident at a Stockholm hotel during

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Pakistan's Test Victory Sparks Delight and Criticism

Pakistan's recent victory over England in the second Test at Multan has sparked a mix of jubilation and controversy. The triumph ended a string of Test defeats, but it also reignited criticism of former captain Babar Azam and alleged favoritism during his tenure. After Pakistan's loss

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Tamil Nadu U-19 Women's Cricket Team Makes History with BCCI Tournament Triumph

The Tamil Nadu under-19 women's cricket team has etched its name in history by claiming the BCCI Women's under-19 T20 tournament for the first time. Their triumph over Uttar Pradesh by four wickets in a low-scoring match at Lahli, Haryana on Friday marked a significant milestone