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Sinner Reaches US Open Final, One Win Away from Second Grand Slam Title

Jannik Sinner, the reigning Australian Open champion, continued his impressive run at the 2024 US Open, defeating Jack Draper in straight sets to advance to his first final at Flushing Meadows. Sinner, who has a perfect 13-0 record on hard-court majors this year, overcame a resilient Draper, 7-5, 7-6 (3)

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Gloucestershire Stun Birmingham Bears in Vitality Blast Quarter-Final

Gloucestershire's stunning 14-run victory over Birmingham Bears in the Vitality Blast quarter-final at Edgbaston was a testament to their resilience and the Bears' inability to handle pressure. Despite scraping into the last eight on net run rate, Gloucestershire raced to 51 without loss in the powerplay. However,

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Kichenok and Ostapenko Postpone Wedding for US Open Doubles Triumph

Lyudmyla Kichenok and Jelena Ostapenko's plans for a wedding this week were put on hold as they triumphed in the US Open women's doubles championship. The duo defeated Kristina Mladenovic and Zhang Shuai 6-4, 6-3, claiming their first Grand Slam title together. Kichenok and Ostapenko, seeded

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Mark Wood Ruled Out for Rest of Year with Elbow Injury

Mark Wood, England's premier fast bowler, has been dealt a major setback as he has been ruled out for the remainder of the year due to a bone-stress injury to his right elbow. This unfortunate news means that Wood will miss England's upcoming Test tours of

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Indian Sprinter Simran Sharma Storms into Paralympic 200m Final

Simran Sharma, India's reigning world champion in the women's 200m T12 race, has effortlessly secured her place in the final at the Paralympic Games in Paris. On Friday, she clocked an impressive time of 25.03 seconds, showcasing her exceptional speed and determination. Simran's

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Zim Afro T10 League: Warner, Neesham, Ali, Brathwaite Headline Direct Signings

The second season of the Zim Afro T10 league is set to commence from September 21 to 29 in Harare, Zimbabwe. Ahead of the draft scheduled for September 8, the six participating franchises have announced their direct signings, featuring a host of international superstars. Bulawayo Braves Jaguars have secured the

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Ollie Pope's Century Puts England in Command Against Sri Lanka

Ollie Pope's resurgence as England's captain continued on Friday as he notched his maiden century in the role during the first day of the third Test against Sri Lanka at The Oval. Pope, playing on his home ground, rediscovered his batting touch, scoring an unbeaten 103

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Aries Kollam Sailors Extend Winning Streak in Kerala Cricket League

Aries Kollam Sailors continued their winning streak in the Kerala Cricket League, securing their third consecutive victory and moving to the top of the points table. The team's slick efficiency proved too much for Alleppey Ripples, who were crushed by eight wickets. Medium pacers N.M. Sharafuddeen and

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Moeen Ali to Make CPL Debut with Guyana Amazon Warriors

England all-rounder Moeen Ali is set to make his Caribbean Premier League (CPL) debut with defending champions Guyana Amazon Warriors, replacing Pakistan opener Saim Ayub. Ayub's absence is a significant blow for the Warriors, as he was their breakout star in their title-winning campaign last season. Moeen'

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Indian Powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani Finishes Eighth in Paralympic Women's 67kg Event

India's Kasthuri Rajamani, a 40-year-old powerlifter from Tamil Nadu, participated in the women's 67kg event at the Paralympic Games in Paris on Friday. Despite equaling her personal best lift of 106kg in her second attempt, Rajamani finished eighth among nine competitors. Rajamani's journey to

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The Blaze's Double Dream in Jeopardy After Sparks Defeat

The Blaze's hopes of securing a domestic double in women's regional cricket hang in the balance after a disappointing five-wicket defeat to Central Sparks in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy. The result leaves the Charlotte Edwards Cup holders precariously placed in fourth position, with just a

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Cricketer Ravindra Jadeja Joins BJP, Wife Rivaba Announces

Ravindra Jadeja, the renowned Indian cricketer, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as part of its ongoing membership drive. His wife, Rivaba Jadeja, an MLA and BJP member, announced the news on social media, sharing photos of Mr. Jadeja's membership card alongside hers. Ms. Jadeja emphasized that

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MSLK Kicks Off with Star-Studded Roster and Young Talent

The Mahindra Super League Kerala (MSLK), India's only domestic league allowing foreign players, kicks off on Saturday night at the Nehru Stadium in Kochi. The league has attracted a mix of experienced and talented young players, including former Indian Super League (ISL) champions and top scorers. Forca Kochi

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Nathan Lyon Praises Ashwin as Border-Gavaskar Trophy Looms

Nathan Lyon Praises Ravichandran Ashwin Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has heaped praise on his Indian counterpart Ravichandran Ashwin as the two prepare to face off in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Lyon hailed Ashwin as a "master of the craft," acknowledging his exceptional skills

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James Anderson Extends Role as England Bowling Consultant for Winter Tours

James Anderson, the legendary English fast bowler, will continue his role as bowling consultant for the England men's team during their upcoming winter tours of Pakistan and New Zealand. Anderson's initial stint, which began after his retirement from Test cricket in June, has been extended through

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Ashwin Backs Masood Amidst Pakistan's Test Woes

India's premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has extended his support to Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood amidst the team's recent struggles. Pakistan suffered a historic 2-0 series sweep against Bangladesh, marking the first time they have lost a Test series to their neighbors. Ashwin acknowledged the challenges

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Kate Cross to Captain England for First Time in Ireland Series

Kate Cross, the experienced England all-rounder, is set to make history as she captains her country for the first time in the upcoming series against Ireland. With the majority of England's T20 World Cup squad rested, Cross will lead a second-string team in three ODIs and three T20Is

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Northamptonshire Sack Head Coach John Sadler After Disastrous Season

Northamptonshire Cricket Club has parted ways with head coach John Sadler following a disappointing season that saw the team fail to win a single match in Division Two of the County Championship and finish eighth out of nine teams in their Metro Bank One-Day Cup group. The T20 Blast had

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Musheer Khan's Stellar Debut Shatters Records in Duleep Trophy

Musheer Khan, a rising star in Indian cricket, has announced his arrival on the big stage with a remarkable 181-run knock in his Duleep Trophy debut for India B against India A. The 19-year-old left-handed batter displayed exceptional composure and dominance, facing 373 deliveries and guiding his team to a

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Scotland Opt to Bowl First in Bid to Level T20I Series Against Australia

Scotland, seeking redemption after a crushing defeat in the first T20I, opted to bowl first after winning a delayed toss at The Grange. Foggy conditions forced the toss to be postponed by 30 minutes. In response to their 62-run loss on Wednesday, Scotland made five significant changes to their lineup.

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Matt Walker to Leave Kent After Seven Years as Head Coach

Matt Walker, the head coach of Kent's men's cricket team, has announced his departure at the end of the season after seven years at the helm. Walker, a former Kent player with a 16-year career, took over as head coach in 2017, replacing Jimmy Adams. During

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Afghanistan Names Three Uncapped Players for New Zealand Test

Afghanistan has announced its 16-member squad for the upcoming one-off Test against New Zealand, scheduled to commence on March 9 in Greater Noida. The squad features three uncapped players: opening batter Riaz Hassan, offspin allrounder Shamsurrahman, and pacer Khalil Ahmed. In the absence of injured star spinner Rashid Khan, Zahir

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Alyssa Healy Ranks "The Fab Four" Batters: Kohli at the Bottom

The modern era of cricket has been graced by four exceptional batters who have dominated the sport: Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Steve Smith, and Kane Williamson. Known as "The Fab Four," these players have etched their names in cricket history with their remarkable performances. However, the debate over

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Sachin Tendulkar: The Master of Centuries

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary Indian cricketer, holds the unparalleled record of being the only batter in international cricket history to score 100 centuries. His illustrious career was marked by numerous landmark centuries that showcased his exceptional talent and unwavering determination. Early Milestones: Tendulkar's first Test century came at

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Fan Invades Pitch to Touch Ruturaj Gaikwad's Feet, Echoing Dhoni's Reverence

Ruturaj Gaikwad's Star Power Shines as Fan Invades Pitch to Touch His Feet In a heartwarming display of admiration, a fan breached the field during the Duleep Trophy 2024 match between India C and India D to express his reverence for Ruturaj Gaikwad. The incident, reminiscent of a