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Mohammad Amir Reverses Retirement, Available for T20 World Cup

Mohammad Amir, the enigmatic Pakistani fast bowler, has made a sensational U-turn on his international retirement, declaring his availability for selection for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Amir's last appearance for Pakistan was in a T20I against England in 2020, after which he abruptly announced his retirement from

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Afridi's T20 Captaincy in Jeopardy as PCB Defers Decision

Shaheen Shah Afridi's tenure as Pakistan's T20 captain hangs in the balance after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi declined to confirm his continuation in the role. Naqvi stated that the newly appointed selection committee will determine the captaincy, leaving Afridi's future uncertain.

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RCB Aim to Bounce Back Against Powerhouse PBKS at High-Scoring Chinnaswamy

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Face Punjab Kings in High-Scoring Chinnaswamy Clash Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday, April 10, in a highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter. After a disappointing loss to Chennai Super Kings in their opening

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Kenya's Collins Obuya Retires from Cricket After 23-Year Career

Kenya's veteran allrounder Collins Obuya has bid farewell to cricket after a remarkable 23-year career. The decision came following Kenya's defeat to Uganda in the third-place play-off match at the African Games on Saturday. "It's been a big honor playing for Kenya,"

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Bangladesh Collapse Leaves Sri Lanka on Cusp of Test Victory

Bangladesh's hopes of salvaging a draw in the second Test against Sri Lanka dwindled on day three in Sylhet as they collapsed to 43 for 5, needing an improbable 464 runs to win. Sri Lanka's lower middle order had earlier extended their dominance, with Kamindu Mendis

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Shubman Gill: From Stadium Sneaking to IPL Captaincy

Shubman Gill, the newly appointed captain of the Gujarat Titans, has embarked on a remarkable journey from sneaking into stadiums to watch IPL matches to leading a team. Reflecting on his path, Gill shared his admiration for iconic stars who will guide him as a leader. Gill's journey

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Riyan Parag Silences Critics with Impressive Knock in IPL Opener

Riyan Parag, the Rajasthan Royals all-rounder, has silenced his critics with an impressive knock in the opening match of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Parag, who has often been criticized for failing to capitalize on his opportunities, showcased his talent with a blistering 43 off just 29 deliveries

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Hardik Pandya Returns to Ahmedabad as Mumbai Indians Face Gujarat Titans

Hardik Pandya's return to Ahmedabad as Mumbai Indians face Gujarat Titans, the franchise he led for two seasons, has set the stage for an intriguing encounter. After Pandya's departure for Mumbai, Gujarat promoted Shubman Gill as their skipper. On Sunday, Gill and Pandya will reunite as

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PCB Reinstates Haris Rauf's Central Contract After Acknowledgment of Error

PCB Reinstates Haris Rauf's Central Contract After Acknowledgment of Error The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reinstated fast bowler Haris Rauf's central contract after he acknowledged his mistake in writing. Rauf's contract was terminated in February due to disciplinary reasons, as he declined to

Badminton

Kidambi Srikanth's Swiss Open Journey Ends in Semi-Final Defeat

Kidambi Srikanth's Swiss Open 2024 campaign ended in disappointment as the Indian badminton star succumbed to a hard-fought defeat in the men's singles semi-finals. Facing world No. 22 Lin Chun-Yi of Chinese Taipei, Srikanth displayed flashes of brilliance but ultimately fell short in a thrilling three-game

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Pakistan Optimistic About Hosting Champions Trophy Next Year

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is eagerly anticipating the hosting of the Champions Trophy next year, as an International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation is set to visit the country on March 25 to assess the ongoing preparations for the prestigious tournament. The delegation, which will include a security expert, will

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IPL Match Halted for Seven Minutes Due to Spidercam Wire Snapping

IPL Match Halted Due to Spidercam Wire Snapping In an unprecedented incident, the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants was briefly halted for seven minutes on Sunday due to a snapped spidercam wire. The incident occurred during the first over of Rajasthan's

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Tom Moody Slams RCB's Predictable Bowling in IPL Opener

Former SunRisers Hyderabad coach Tom Moody has expressed his disappointment with Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) bowling strategy in their opening match of IPL 2024 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Moody criticized RCB's bowlers for their excessive use of short balls, which he believes made them "

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Sri Lanka's de Silva and Mendis Make Test History with Double Centuries

Dhananjaya de Silva and Kamindu Mendis etched their names into Test cricket history as the third pair to score centuries in both innings of a match. Their remarkable feat helped Sri Lanka set a daunting 511-run target for Bangladesh in the first Test at Sylhet. Resuming on 119-5, Sri Lanka

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WA Clinch Historic Hat-Trick of Sheffield Shield Titles

Western Australia's dominance in Australian domestic cricket continued as they clinched a historic hat-trick of Sheffield Shield titles with a crushing 377-run victory over Tasmania at the WACA. Resuming on day four with a commanding lead of 316 runs, WA's batsmen extended their advantage to 537

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Sophie Molineux Returns with a Bang as Australia Dominates Bangladesh

Australia's all-rounder Sophie Molineux made a triumphant return to ODI cricket, leading her team to a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the second match of the three-game series. Molineux, who had been sidelined for over a year due to injuries, claimed impressive figures of 3 for 10 from

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Tilak Varma: Leadership Change in MI Unchanged, Rohit Sharma Still a Guiding Force

As the Mumbai Indians (MI) embark on their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 campaign, a significant leadership change has occurred with Hardik Pandya taking over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma. While the impact of this transition remains to be seen, middle-order batter Tilak Varma believes the team's core

Football

Brazil's New Era Begins with Wembley Triumph

Brazil's footballing resurgence took a significant step forward on Saturday as they secured a memorable 1-0 victory over England at Wembley under the guidance of new manager Dorival Jr. The triumph marked the beginning of a new era for the Selecao, who have endured a period of decline

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IPL 2023 Final to be Held in Chennai on May 26

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 is set to culminate in a grand finale at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on May 26, according to sources within the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The decision aligns with the tradition of hosting the opening and final

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Sainz Breaks Red Bull's Streak, Wins Australian Grand Prix

Carlos Sainz's triumph at the Australian Grand Prix marked a significant upset in the Formula 1 season, breaking Red Bull's winning streak and handing Ferrari their first 1-2 finish since 2022. Sainz, who missed the previous race in Saudi Arabia due to an emergency appendectomy, made

Tennis

Gael Monfils Reaches 550 Career Wins, Joining Elite Group of Tennis Legends

Gael Monfils has achieved a significant milestone in his illustrious career, securing his 550th tour-level victory at the Miami Open. The Frenchman's triumph over Jordan Thompson in the second round of the Masters 1000 event marked a historic moment for French tennis. Monfils joins Richard Gasquet as the

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MCA Announces 100% Pay Raise for Senior Men's Team

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has taken a bold step by announcing a 100% pay raise for its senior men's team from the 2024-25 season. This move is a significant boost for domestic cricketers and could potentially set a precedent for other state associations to follow suit. The

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Top 10 Tumble at Miami Open as Sabalenka, Jabeur, Zheng, and Ostapenko Exit

The Miami Open witnessed a dramatic Saturday evening as four of the WTA's Top 10 players were eliminated in a series of thrilling matches. World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka, still reeling from the tragic loss of her ex-boyfriend, fell to Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina in a three-set

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Mustafizur Rahman's Four-Wicket Haul Powers CSK to Victory

Mustafizur Rahman's stellar performance propelled Chennai Super Kings to a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday. Despite being stretchered off the field in Chittagong last week, the Bangladeshi pacer returned with a vengeance, decimating RCB's top order with

Football

Inter Miami's Star-Studded Squad Humiliated by New York Red Bulls

Inter Miami's star-studded squad faced a brutal 4-0 thrashing at the hands of New York Red Bulls on Saturday, leaving coach Gerardo Martino fuming over his team's lack of desire and spirit. Despite the absence of injured superstar Lionel Messi, Miami's lineup boasted high-profile