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India Thrash South Africa by 61 Runs in T20I Opener, Samson Breaks Record

India's T20I dominance continued as they outplayed South Africa by 61 runs in the series opener in Durban. Sanju Samson's record-breaking century and a clinical bowling performance laid the foundation for India's comprehensive victory. Chasing a formidable target of 203, South Africa's

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England's White-Ball Redemption Begins Against Wounded West Indies

England's white-ball woes have been well-documented since their disappointing World Cup semi-final exit in 2023. With a new era dawning under Brendon McCullum, the T20I series against West Indies presents an opportunity for redemption. Jos Buttler, who missed the recent ODI series due to injury, will make his

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Ponting Advises Babar Azam to Emulate Kohli's Approach to Regain Form

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has advised Pakistan's Babar Azam to emulate Virat Kohli's approach to regain his lost form. Babar has been struggling for runs in recent Tests, prompting his omission from the last two matches against England. Ponting believes that Babar should consider taking

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Indian Cricket Team Management Meets BCCI Hierarchy Ahead of Australia Tour

Ahead of the highly anticipated five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, the Indian men's cricket team management held a crucial meeting with the BCCI hierarchy. Captain Rohit Sharma, selection panel chairman Ajit Agarkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir (via teleconferencing), BCCI president Roger Binny, and secretary Jay Shah were

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Sri Lanka Aims to Recapture Past Glory Under Asalanka

Sri Lanka's men's cricket team, led by Charith Asalanka, is aiming to recapture the glory days of the 2007-2014 era, when the team reached five World Cup finals and won the 2014 T20 title. After a string of limited overs series wins against India and West

Tennis

Zheng Qinwen Reaches WTA Finals Final, Chasing Historic Double

Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen has stormed into the WTA Finals final in Riyadh, defeating Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova in a thrilling 6-3, 7-5 encounter. The victory keeps Zheng's hopes alive of becoming the second woman in history to win both the Olympic gold medal and the year-end

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Surrey Release Offspinner Amar Virdi After Decade-Long Association

Offspinner Amar Virdi's departure from Surrey marks the end of an era for the county, as the 26-year-old departs after a decade-long association with the club. Virdi's release comes as a surprise, given his impressive performances in Surrey's 2018 County Championship-winning season, where he

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West Indies Recall Key Players for England T20I Series

West Indies have bolstered their T20I squad with the return of key players Akeal Hosein, Shimron Hetmyer, Nicholas Pooran, and Andre Russell for the upcoming series against England. The quartet missed the previous T20I fixtures in Sri Lanka due to personal reasons, but Hetmyer was recalled for the ODIs against

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Sanju Samson Surpasses Dhoni, Pant in T20I Wicket-Keeping Records

Sanju Samson Surpasses Dhoni and Pant, Joins Elite List of Indian Wicket-Keepers in T20Is New Delhi: Indian batter Sanju Samson has etched his name in the record books by surpassing legendary wicket-keepers MS Dhoni and Rishabh Pant in the shortest format of the game. During the first T20I against South

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National Anthem Interrupted Twice in India-South Africa T20I Opener

Indian National Anthem Interrupted Twice During T20I Opener Against South Africa The Indian national anthem was abruptly interrupted twice during the first T20I match between India and South Africa at Kingsmead in Durban, leaving players and fans alike bewildered. The technical glitch occurred just moments before the start of the

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Virat Kohli Surprised by Fans' Birthday Serenade at HSBC Event

Virat Kohli, the beloved Indian cricket icon, was showered with love and admiration by his ardent fans at an event hosted by HSBC on November 7. The occasion marked a heartwarming celebration of Kohli's recent birthday, which fell on November 5. As Kohli graced the stage, the crowd

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South Africa Opt to Chase in Home Series Opener Against Spin-Heavy India

South Africa's international home summer commenced with a thrilling encounter against India, with the hosts opting to chase in the first match. Aiden Markram, South Africa's captain, led a formidable lineup featuring a plethora of all-rounders. Marco Jansen and Gerald Coetzee made their long-awaited returns to

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Pickleball's Rising Stars: Non-Tennis Players Dominate the PPA Tour

Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in America, has traditionally been associated with tennis. However, a growing number of professional pickleball players are emerging without a tennis background. Chuck Taylor, a 41-year-old PPA Tour competitor, is one such player. Growing up near the birthplace of pickleball in Washington state, Taylor's

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India to Clash with Pakistan in U-19 Asia Cup Opener

India to Face Pakistan in Opening Match of 2024 U-19 Asia Cup The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has unveiled the schedule for the 2024 Men's 50-over U-19 Asia Cup, set to take place from November 29 to December 8 in Dubai and Sharjah. India will kick off their

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England Must Finalize Jos Buttler's White-Ball Role, Says Alastair Cook

Former England Test captain Sir Alastair Cook has emphasized the need for the team to finalize Jos Buttler's role in the white-ball setup. Buttler, who has been sidelined since the T20 World Cup semi-final due to a calf injury, will return as captain for the upcoming T20I series

Football

Real Madrid Seek Redemption Against Osasuna After Consecutive Defeats

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is demanding a strong response from his team after they suffered consecutive defeats to Barcelona in La Liga and AC Milan in the Champions League. The Spanish giants will face Osasuna in a league clash on Saturday, November 9, 2024, and Ancelotti is determined to

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PCB Denies Hybrid Model Agreement for 2025 Champions Trophy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has vehemently denied media reports suggesting that it has agreed to a "hybrid model" proposed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the 2025 Champions Trophy. According to these reports, the BCCI had proposed that the Indian cricket team

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India Declines to Play in Pakistan for 2025 Champions Trophy

PCB Disappointed by India's Refusal to Play in Pakistan for 2025 Champions Trophy Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed disappointment over reports that India has declined to play in Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Naqvi emphasized the importance of the tournament for Pakistan&

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Australia's Cummins Prepares for India Test Series After ODI Loss to Pakistan

Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, is preparing for the highly anticipated five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India after a disappointing nine-wicket loss to Pakistan in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval. Pakistan's fast bowler Haris Rauf's impressive five-wicket haul dismantled the Australian batting lineup, restricting

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Bengal Strengthens Grip on Ranji Trophy Match Against Karnataka

Bengal tightened its grip on its Elite 'C' Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka on Friday, moving into a strong position on the penultimate day. Bengal's fast bowler Ishan Porel spearheaded the morning session, claiming three quick wickets to dismiss Karnataka for 221. With an 80-run first-innings

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Neeraj Chopra Embarks on Off-Season Training Stint in South Africa

India's Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to embark on an off-season training stint in South Africa later this month. The 26-year-old javelin star will spend 31 days in Potchefstroom, a city known for its high-altitude training facilities. Chopra's training will be funded by the

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KL Rahul's Bizarre Dismissal Leaves India A Shaky in Second Unofficial Test

KL Rahul's dismal batting form continued in the second unofficial Test against Australia A, leaving India A in a precarious position. Rahul, who is vying for an opening spot in the Indian Test team for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, managed a mere 14 runs across two innings, including

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India Needs Defensive Batters for Australia Tour, Uthappa Advocates for Rahul, Easwaran, and Pujara

India's upcoming tour of Australia poses significant challenges for the team, particularly in the batting department. Former batter Robin Uthappa believes that the squad needs players who can play a conventional style of cricket, emphasizing the importance of defense and patience. Uthappa suggests that KL Rahul and Abhimanyu

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Afridi Praises Rizwan, Implies Criticism of Babar Azam After Pakistan's ODI Triumph

Legendary all-rounder Shahid Afridi has lauded Pakistan's dominant 9-wicket victory over Australia in the second ODI in Adelaide, praising newly-appointed captain Mohammad Rizwan while subtly criticizing former skipper Babar Azam. Afridi took to social media to express his admiration for the team's remarkable comeback performance, emphasizing

Tennis

Jannik Sinner Targets ATP Finals Glory on Home Soil

Jannik Sinner, the Italian tennis sensation, is poised to make history as he returns to his home soil as the favorite for his first ATP Finals title. The 23-year-old has had a remarkable season, winning the Australian and US Opens, becoming the first Italian to top the men's