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Padikkal's Debut Fifty Inspires India in Dharamshala Test

Devdutt Padikkal, the elegant southpaw, made a memorable debut in the ongoing fifth Test against England at Dharamshala. After receiving his India cap from veteran Ravi Ashwin, Padikkal revealed the invaluable advice he received from head coach Rahul Dravid. Dravid's words of encouragement, "In the first 10-15

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Virat Kohli: IPL's Success Stems from Player-Fan Connection

Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian batsman, has expressed his deep affection for the Indian Premier League (IPL), attributing its success to the strong bond between players and fans. Kohli, who is currently on a break from the ongoing Test series against England due to personal reasons, is expected to return

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Murray Favored to Take a Set from Rublev in BNP Paribas Open Clash

Andy Murray and Andrey Rublev are set to face off in a highly anticipated second-round clash at the BNP Paribas Open on Friday, March 8. Murray has been in impressive form, securing a straight-set victory over David Goffin in the first round. Rublev, on the other hand, has been embroiled

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India Dominate Day 2 of Dharamsala Test with Five Half-Centuries

The fifth and final Test match between India and England in Dharamsala witnessed a remarkable display of batting prowess from the Indian team on the second day. Five Indian batters notched up half-centuries, propelling the hosts to a commanding 255-run lead over England. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill set the

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Oliver Bearman to Make Historic Ferrari Debut in Saudi Arabia

Oliver Bearman, a rising star in the world of Formula One, is poised to make history as he prepares to debut for Ferrari at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix. The 18-year-old British driver will replace Carlos Sainz, who has been ruled out due to appendicitis. Bearman's debut will

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Worcestershire Legend Duncan Fearnley Passes Away at 83

Duncan Fearnley, the former Worcestershire player and administrator who became a renowned bat manufacturer, passed away at the age of 83. Born in Pudsey, Fearnley began his cricketing journey in Yorkshire Seconds before moving to Worcestershire in 1960. As a left-handed batter, he made 97 appearances for the club over

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Korean Stars Shine in Maha Urja ITF Women's Tennis Tournament

Korean tennis star Dayeon Back continued her impressive run at the Maha Urja $25,000 ITF women's tennis tournament in Pune, India, by defeating fifth seed Sahaja Yamalapalli in straight sets in the quarterfinals. Back's 6-4, 6-1 victory sets up a semifinal clash with second seed

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Sachin Tendulkar Celebrates Women's Rise in Sports on International Women's Day

International Women's Day: Sachin Tendulkar Highlights the Rise of Women in Sports On International Women's Day, legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar took to social media to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in sports. He emphasized the significant progress made by women in the field, both in

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Sabine Lisicki Announces Pregnancy, Vows to Return to Tennis

Sabine Lisicki, the former Wimbledon finalist, has announced her pregnancy and vowed to make "one more comeback" to professional tennis. The 34-year-old German has endured a litany of injuries throughout her career, but her determination remains unwavering. Lisicki's journey has been marked by both triumph and

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Rohit Yadav's Olympic Dream: A Race Against Time

Rohit Yadav's Olympic Dream: A Race Against Time Last July, Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav underwent elbow surgery, setting the clock ticking towards the 2024 Paris Olympics. With the countdown clock looming large at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Yadav's social media post captured the

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Klopp Hails Guardiola as 'Outstanding Manager' Ahead of Liverpool-City Clash

Jurgen Klopp has heaped praise upon Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, labeling him as the "outstanding manager" of his lifetime. The Liverpool boss made these remarks ahead of the highly anticipated clash between the two teams at Anfield on Sunday, a match that could potentially shape the outcome

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Australia Aim to Extend Lead in 2nd Test as Labuschagne, Lyon Resume

New Zealand vs Australia 2nd Test Day 2 Live Updates: Australia Aim to Extend Lead with Labuschagne and Lyon at the Crease The second Test between New Zealand and Australia at Hagley Oval in Christchurch witnessed a thrilling opening day, with 14 wickets falling and Australia gaining the upper hand.

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Vidarbha's Wakhare Confident Ahead of Ranji Final at Wankhede

Vidarbha's Ranji Trophy final against Mumbai at the Wankhede Stadium holds a special significance for Akshay Wakhare, the team's veteran off-spinner. Wakhare is one of only two players in the current Vidarbha squad to have played in the team's solitary Ranji Trophy game at

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Real Madrid President Coy on Mbappe and Davies Transfer Rumors

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has sparked speculation about the club's transfer plans for next season, responding coyly to a fan's request to sign Kylian Mbappe and Alphonso Davies. Mbappe, the French superstar, is widely expected to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer, with Real Madrid reportedly

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Neeraj Chopra Confident of Strong Return to Outdoor Competition

Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw, is gearing up for his return to outdoor competition in 2024. The 26-year-old is currently training in Turkey and is confident of being in top form for the upcoming season. Chopra's preparation for the Tokyo Olympics was

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Aging Tennis Stars Shine at Indian Wells, Proving Age is Just a Number

Andy Murray's recent first-round victory at Indian Wells highlighted the enduring presence of veteran tennis players on the tour. Murray, now 36, has witnessed a shift in fan engagement over his nearly two decades of competition. While traditional cheers and encouragement remain, he has encountered a dedicated supporter

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Ankita Raina and Ramkumar Ramanathan Triumph in PSPB Inter-Unit Tennis Tournament

Ankita Raina and Ramkumar Ramanathan emerged victorious in the 42nd PSPB inter-unit tennis tournament held at the DLTA Complex. The tournament featured a packed schedule of team championships, singles, and doubles events over four days. In the men's singles final, Ramkumar Ramanathan of Indian Oil defeated his teammate

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Syringes Found at Athletics Championship, Raising Doping Concerns

The Athletics Federation of India's (AFI) "no needle policy" has come under scrutiny after numerous used syringes were discovered at the main athletics stadium of the Sports Authority of India's center in Lucknow during the 22nd Junior National Federation Athletics Championship. The syringes were

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Tushar Deshpande Eyes India Call-Up After Impressive Performances

Tushar Deshpande, the Mumbai pacer, has set his sights on earning an India call-up after a string of impressive performances across formats. The 27-year-old has been a key strike bowler for Mumbai since making his Ranji Trophy debut in 2016-17, and his recent performances have caught the attention of national

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Jamshedpur FC Faces Point Deduction for Rule Violation

Jamshedpur FC's 1-1 draw against Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Friday could turn into a costly affair for the Red Miners. The club is facing the prospect of losing the point they earned due to a violation of the league's rules

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UWW Confirms WFI's Exclusive Authority to Select Indian Wrestling Teams

The United World Wrestling (UWW) has reaffirmed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) as its sole "affiliated member" with the exclusive authority to "elect and announce their teams" for international tournaments, including the Paris Olympics qualifiers. In a letter to WFI President Sanjay Singh, UWW President

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Babar, Ayub Star as Peshawar Zalmi Crush Quetta Gladiators, Book Playoff Spot

Peshawar Zalmi Dominate Quetta Gladiators, Secure Playoff Berth in Pakistan Super League RAWALPINDI, Pakistan - Peshawar Zalmi stormed into the playoffs of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) with a resounding 76-run victory over Quetta Gladiators on Friday. The triumph was orchestrated by a brilliant batting performance from Babar Azam and

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Deepti Sharma's Hat-Trick Heroics Lead UP Warriorz to Thrilling WPL Win

Deepti Sharma's All-Round Brilliance Powers UP Warriorz to Thrilling WPL Victory In a captivating encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Deepti Sharma's exceptional all-round performance propelled UP Warriorz to a nail-biting one-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the Women's Premier League (WPL). Sharma'

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Chennaiyin FC, Hyderabad FC Face Off in Crucial ISL Clash

Chennaiyin FC and Hyderabad FC, languishing at the bottom of the Indian Super League standings, face off in a crucial encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Saturday. With just six matches remaining in the regular season, both teams are desperate for a victory to boost their playoff

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Swiatek Cruises Past Collins in BNP Paribas Open Rematch

Six weeks after their intense Australian Open encounter, Iga Swiatek faced a much smoother rematch against Danielle Collins, cruising to a 6-3, 6-0 victory to advance to the third round of the BNP Paribas Open. In their previous meeting in Melbourne, Swiatek trailed Collins by two breaks before ultimately prevailing.