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PCB Considers Gillespie as All-Format Head Coach

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering appointing Jason Gillespie as the all-format head coach of the national team, according to sources. The decision hinges on the results of the ongoing white-ball tour of Australia. Gillespie, who is currently the Test team head coach, has taken charge of the white-ball

Cricket

Suryakumar Yadav Embraces Rohit Sharma's Leadership Philosophy

Suryakumar Yadav, India's T20I captain, has revealed the invaluable lessons he has learned from his predecessor, Rohit Sharma. Emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance and composure, Yadav credits Sharma's leadership philosophy for shaping his own approach to captaincy. According to Yadav, Sharma's philosophy revolves

Cricket

PCB Willing to Adjust Champions Trophy Schedule for India Matches in UAE

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering adjustments to the schedule of the 2025 Champions Trophy, which it is hosting, to accommodate matches involving India in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This move comes after the Indian government expressed concerns about its team traveling to Pakistan due to security

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Suryakumar Yadav Eyes Test Comeback, Backs Rohit Sharma Amid Criticism

India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav remains determined to add to his solitary Test cap, despite his impressive T20I credentials. The 34-year-old has been actively participating in domestic cricket, including the Ranji Trophy and Duleep Trophy, in an effort to earn a Test recall. "When the time comes,

Cricket

Kerala's Lower Order Dominates Uttar Pradesh in Ranji Trophy

Kerala's gritty lower-order batting, led by captain Sachin Baby and Salman Nizar, put them in a commanding position against Uttar Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match at the KCA-St. Xavier's College ground. After resuming on 105 for four, Kerala lost Baba Aparajith and

Football

Meghalaya Football Association Bans Mizoram Players for Match Fixing

Meghalaya Football Association Bans Mizoram Players for Match Fixing The Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) has taken a strong stance against match fixing by barring two Mizoram footballers, Flavius Lalruakima and C Vanlalhriata, from playing in the ongoing Shillong Premier League. The decision comes after the Mizoram Football Association (MFA) banned

Cricket

Chandigarh Nudges Ahead of Delhi in Ranji Trophy Contest

Riding on opener Shivam Bhambri's eye-catching knock of 80, Chandigarh managed to nudge ahead of Delhi on day two of a Group D Ranji Trophy contest. A number of handy contributions from the middle and lower order, too, made a difference as the host secured a 48-run first-innings

Cricket

Pakistan to Field Unchanged XI for Second ODI Against Australia

Pakistan is expected to maintain an unchanged lineup for the second One-Day International (ODI) against Australia in Adelaide on Friday. Despite discussions about introducing left-arm wrist spinner Faisal Akram, the pitch conditions favor pacers. According to a source close to the team, Pakistan will likely field the same XI that

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Hockey India Championship Marred by Lopsided Matches, Format Under Scrutiny

The 14th Hockey India senior National men's hockey championship has been marred by a series of lopsided matches, raising concerns about the format of the tournament. Tamil Nadu's massive 43-0 victory over Andaman and Nicobar in a Pool-C tie exemplified this issue. The one-sided nature of

Cricket

India and South Africa Clash in T20I Rematch with World Cup Grudge

India and South Africa Set for T20I Rematch with World Cup Grudge The upcoming T20I series between South Africa and India holds both a sense of unfinished business and a glimpse into the future. In the 2024 T20 World Cup final, India snatched victory from South Africa's grasp,

Cricket

Virat Kohli Announces Partnership with Sporting Beyond, Embarks on New Chapter Off the Field

Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian cricketer, has embarked on a new chapter in his career off the field, announcing a partnership with Sporting Beyond. This move marks a significant shift for Kohli, who has been a dominant force in the cricketing world for over a decade. Sporting Beyond, a global

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England's Lack of Domestic 50-Over Cricket Hindering Young Players, Says Trescothick

Marcus Trescothick, England's batting coach, has expressed concerns over the lack of domestic 50-over cricket, which he believes is hindering the development of the team's young white-ball players. England's recent ODI series defeat in Barbados marked their third consecutive loss since the 2023 World

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Siddhesh Lad's Century Powers Mumbai to Victory in Ranji Trophy

Siddhesh Lad's return to the Mumbai cricket team has been a resounding success, culminating in a match-winning century against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy. After a brief stint as a regional broadcaster, Lad was forced to reconsider his retirement due to Mumbai's need for experience in

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Mumbai's Batters Dominate, Set Record in Ranji Trophy

Mumbai's batters put on a dominant display in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match against Odisha, posting a mammoth total of 602 for four before their bowlers tightened the noose around the visitors' neck. Shreyas Iyer and Siddhesh Lad were the stars of the show for

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England's ODI Woes Continue as West Indies Clinch Series Win

Interim England head coach Marcus Trescothick has expressed his concerns over the team's recent struggles, following their 2-1 ODI series defeat to the West Indies. The loss marks England's third consecutive series defeat in the format. Trescothick acknowledged the challenges faced by the team, which included

Cricket

Ricky Ponting Advocates Patience for Pakistan's New White-Ball Captain

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to grant newly-appointed white-ball skipper Mohammad Rizwan a "decent run" to prove his leadership credentials. Rizwan took over the captaincy after Babar Azam stepped down following Pakistan's disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. Ponting expressed

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Kapil Dev Backs Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to Bounce Back in Australia

In the recently concluded three-Test series against New Zealand, India's senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli endured underwhelming performances, scoring only 91 and 93 runs respectively. This has raised concerns ahead of the upcoming five-match Test series against Australia, which begins on November 22 in Perth. Former

Tennis

Sinner and Alcaraz Headline Nitto ATP Finals Draw

The Nitto ATP Finals, the season-ending tournament for the top eight players in the world, has unveiled its final draw, with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner and No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz leading their respective groups. Sinner, who secured the year-end No. 1 ranking in October, will headline the Ilie Nastase

Cricket

James Anderson Registers for IPL Mega Auction to Enhance Knowledge and Coaching Skills

James Anderson, England's legendary pace bowler, has surprised the cricketing world by registering for the upcoming IPL mega auction. The 42-year-old, who retired from Test cricket earlier this year as the most successful fast bowler in the format, has set a base price of Rs 1.25 crore

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Mushfiqur Rahim Ruled Out of Afghanistan ODIs with Finger Fracture

Mushfiqur Rahim, Bangladesh's veteran wicketkeeper-batter, has been ruled out of the remaining two ODIs against Afghanistan due to a fractured left index finger. The injury occurred during the first ODI in Abu Dhabi, where Bangladesh suffered a 92-run defeat. According to team physio Delowar Hossain, Mushfiqur sustained the

Badminton

Kiran George Stuns Chi Yu Jen to Reach Korea Masters Quarterfinals

India's Kiran George continued his impressive run at the Korea Masters badminton tournament, upsetting third seed Chi Yu Jen of Chinese Taipei in a thrilling three-game match to reach the men's singles quarterfinals. The 24-year-old Indian, ranked 44th in the world, displayed grit and determination to

Cricket

WPL Roster Shakeup: Rana, Yadav, Tahuhu Among Players Released

The Women's Premier League (WPL) is set to undergo a roster shakeup ahead of its third season in early 2025. Several prominent cricketers, including Sneh Rana, Poonam Yadav, and Lea Tahuhu, have been released by their respective franchises. Gujarat Giants, who have struggled in the WPL's

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John Wright's Hands-Off Approach: The Secret to India's Coaching Success

John Wright's Laissez-Faire Approach: The Key to India's Coaching Success Former Indian cricketer and selector Sandeep Patil has attributed the success of John Wright as India's coach to his hands-off approach, which allowed players to flourish. In his autobiography, "Beyond Boundaries," Patil

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Harmanpreet Kaur Nominated for WBBL Team of the Decade

Indian cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur has been nominated for the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) Team of the Decade. The 50-player shortlist recognizes the most outstanding players from the league's 10-year history. Kaur, a right-handed batter, has played 62 matches for Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades

Cricket

ICC Approves Pakistan's Test Pitches Despite Contrasting Nature

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has deemed the pitches prepared for Pakistan's recent Test series against England as "satisfactory," despite the surfaces drawing significant attention for their contrasting nature. In the first Test, Pakistan's flat pitch allowed both teams to amass massive totals, with