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Tennis Stars Flock to Pickleball, Embracing the Fastest-Growing Sport

Tennis Stars Embracing the Rise of Pickleball The world of professional pickleball is witnessing a surge of former tennis players, with over 22 individuals making the transition from the tennis court to the pickleball court. This trend is not limited to a few high-profile names like Jack Sock, Eugenie Bouchard,

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New Zealand's 3-0 Sweep Raises Concerns for Australia Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

New Zealand's stunning 3-0 series sweep over India at home has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, leaving Australia wary ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under. Australia's pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood believes the embarrassing loss could serve as a wake-up call for India, who

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India's Home Loss to New Zealand Raises Concerns Ahead of Australia Tour

India's humiliating 3-0 series defeat at home against New Zealand has cast a shadow over their upcoming tour of Australia, which begins on November 22. The loss has raised concerns about the team's preparedness for the high-profile series, especially given the short turnaround time. Legendary cricketer

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Chappell Blasts Indian, English Batters for Footwork Flaws, Declares Reverse Sweep "Illegal"

Ian Chappell Slams Indian and English Batters for Poor Footwork, Criticizes Reverse Sweep Former Australian captain Ian Chappell has launched a scathing attack on the footwork of Indian and English batters in Test cricket, particularly Virat Kohli. Chappell's criticism comes in the wake of India's batting

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Gambhir's Coaching Tenure in Jeopardy After India's Test Whitewash

Gautam Gambhir's tenure as head coach of the Indian men's cricket team has hit a rough patch, with the team suffering a humiliating whitewash in a home Test series against New Zealand. This setback comes after a disappointing ODI series loss to the same opposition. Gambhir,

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Son Heung-min Included in South Korea Squad, Coach Prioritizes Health

Son Heung-min's inclusion in the South Korean squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers has sparked concerns over his fitness, with coach Hong Myung-bo vowing to prioritize the Tottenham Hotspur star's health. Son missed several weeks of action with a hamstring injury and was substituted off in

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AFL Umpire Suspended for Osama bin Laden Costume

Australian Rules Umpire Suspended for Osama bin Laden Costume An Australian Rules umpire has been suspended for dressing up as Osama bin Laden at an end-of-season function, sparking outrage and condemnation. Leigh Haussen will miss the first round of the 2025 season as punishment for his insensitive and offensive costume

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Mitchell Starc Roars Back with Electrifying ODI Performance

Mitchell Starc's electrifying performance in the first ODI against Pakistan has reignited the excitement surrounding the Australian paceman. After a stellar Sheffield Shield performance, Starc's blistering pace and pinpoint accuracy left both opponents and observers in awe. On a lively MCG pitch, Starc tormented the Pakistani

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Cummins Guides Australia to Tense ODI Win Over Pakistan

In a thrilling series opener at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia's Pat Cummins once again proved his mettle in a batting crisis, guiding the world champions to a tense two-wicket victory over Pakistan. Cummins, playing his first ODI since the 2023 World Cup, displayed nerves of steel with

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Rishabh Pant's Controversial Dismissal Leaves India Heartbroken

Rishabh Pant's valiant half-century in the third and final Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai was a beacon of hope for Team India, but his controversial dismissal left a bitter taste in the mouths of fans and pundits alike. With India reeling at 29/

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Women's Cricket Calendar Revamped with New WPL Window and Expanded ODI Championship

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled a revamped Future Tours Programme (FTP) for women's cricket, introducing dedicated windows for major competitions and expanding the ICC Women's ODI Championship. Women's Premier League (WPL) Window The Women's Premier League (WPL), India's

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Indian Kudo Player Sohail Khan Wins Historic Bronze at Eurasian Cup

Indian kudo player Sohail Khan has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal at the senior level in international kudo events. At the prestigious Eurasian Cup 2024 in Yerevan, Armenia, Khan clinched a bronze medal in the -250 PI men's category,

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Ashwin's Dip in Form Costs India Home Series Loss

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's premier spinner, has been a formidable force in home conditions throughout his Test career. However, during the recent India vs New Zealand series, Ashwin's form dipped significantly, contributing to India's unprecedented 3-0 series loss. In the six innings he played against

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Ravindra Jadeja's Resurgence Bolsters India's Hopes for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Ravindra Jadeja's resurgence with the ball has come at an opportune moment for India, as they prepare for the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. The all-rounder's remarkable 10-wicket haul in the Mumbai Test against New Zealand has reignited hopes of a strong Indian performance Down

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Warner: India's Batters Should Be Nervous Facing Australia

David Warner, the recently retired Australian opener, has expressed his concerns about the Indian batting lineup ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India's recent 3-0 Test series loss to New Zealand has raised questions about their form, and Warner believes that the Australian bowlers could exploit their weaknesses.

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Kamran Ghulam's Baptism by Fire in Melbourne

Kamran Ghulam's baptism by fire on Australian soil proved to be a baptism by fire indeed. The Pakistani batsman, playing only his second ODI, faced the daunting task of navigating the bouncy tracks of Melbourne against a formidable Australian bowling attack. Ghulam's debut innings began promisingly,

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Will Young Seizes Opportunity to Shine in New Zealand's Historic India Win

Will Young's rise to prominence in the New Zealand Test team has been a testament to his resilience and determination. After years of waiting in the wings as a reserve batter, Young seized the opportunity to make his mark in the historic 3-0 Test series win over India.

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India-South Africa T20I Rivalry Set to Reignite in November

India and South Africa, two cricketing powerhouses, are set to reignite their rivalry in a four-match T20I series in South Africa from November 8. The two teams last faced off in a thrilling T20 World Cup final in June, where India emerged victorious by a narrow margin of 7 runs.

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Rohit Sharma's Test Batting Technique Under Scrutiny

Rohit Sharma's recent batting performances have raised concerns among cricket experts, particularly after India's 3-0 Test series defeat to New Zealand. The Indian captain has managed only 133 runs in his last 10 Test innings, prompting scrutiny of his technique and approach. Former teammate Dinesh Karthik

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Western Australia Thrash Tasmania with Agar's Spin and Couch's Hat-Trick

Western Australia's dominance in the Sheffield Shield continued as they thrashed Tasmania by an innings and 45 runs in Hobart. The victory extended WA's lead at the top of the ladder, showcasing their impressive depth and skill. Ashton Agar, a left-arm spinner, played a pivotal role

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India Faces Uphill Battle in Border-Gavaskar Trophy Amid Batting Woes

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), a fierce rivalry in Test cricket, returns on November 22 in Perth, Australia. This five-Test series marks the first time the BGT will be played over such a long format, with a place in the World Test Championship (WTC) at stake. India, the current holders of

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Shubman Gill's Career Surpasses Prithvi Shaw, Fulfilling Simon Doull's Prediction

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull's prediction from 2018 that Shubman Gill would have a more successful career than Prithvi Shaw has proven accurate. Gill's composed 90 in India's first innings of the ongoing third Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in

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Patterson's Gritty Return Helps NSW Salvage Draw Against Queensland

New South Wales' Kurtis Patterson has cemented his return to the Sheffield Shield with a gritty performance that helped his side salvage a draw against Queensland. After being asked to follow-on with a 167-run deficit, Patterson's 66 and Ollie Davies' 88 guided New South Wales to

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India's Test Debacle: Lack of Match Practice Blamed

Team India's dismal performance in the Test series against New Zealand has sparked a debate about the players' preparation. Despite a comprehensive victory against Bangladesh, India's lack of match practice has been cited as a major factor in their 0-3 loss. According to reports, Virat

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Jos Buttler Departs Rajasthan Royals After Seven Memorable Seasons

Jos Buttler Bids Farewell to Rajasthan Royals After Seven Memorable Seasons English cricketer Jos Buttler has expressed his gratitude to the Rajasthan Royals (RR) after not being retained ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. Buttler, who played for the franchise for seven seasons, shared his reflections on