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Jansen, Coetzee Return to South Africa T20I Squad for India Series

South Africa's T20I squad for the upcoming series against India has been announced, with the return of Marco Jansen and Gerald Coetzee after a conditioning break. The pair have been working on shoulder and hip niggles, respectively, and will be eager to make an impact in the upcoming

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Australia A Openers Struggle as Doggett Stars for India A

Australia A's opening batting woes continued on the first day of their four-day match against India A in Mackay, with Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, and Marcus Harris all failing to make a significant impact. Konstas and Bancroft were dismissed for ducks, while Harris reached 14 before being caught

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Team India Coach Gambhir Emphasizes Collective Responsibility After Test Series Loss

Team India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, has emphasized the collective responsibility of the team following their Test series loss against New Zealand. Gambhir acknowledged that the batters have faced challenges, but he refused to solely blame them for the defeat. "Everyone has the responsibility," Gambhir stated.

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India Unchanged for Third Test, Bumrah to Play Despite Workload Concerns

India's Test squad remains unchanged ahead of the third and final Test against New Zealand in Mumbai. Despite the series being out of reach for India, the team management has decided against resting pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Assistant coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed that no additional players have been

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CSK Eyes Rishabh Pant as Dhoni's Successor, GT Retains Gill and Khan

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are planning for the future without their iconic wicket-keeper batter MS Dhoni. The five-time IPL champions have identified India star Rishabh Pant as their top target in the IPL 2025 auction. Dhoni is expected to be retained by CSK as an 'uncapped player' under

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Mominul Haque, Taijul Islam Rescue Bangladesh from South African Onslaught

Mominul Haque's gritty half-century and a crucial ninth-wicket partnership with Taijul Islam rescued Bangladesh from a precarious position on the third morning of the second Test against South Africa. After South Africa's pace attack, led by Kagiso Rabada, tore through Bangladesh's top order, leaving

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KL Rahul's Strike Rate Woes Cost Him Lucknow Super Giants Retention

KL Rahul's inability to adapt to the evolving dynamics of T20 batting has cost him his retention at Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The franchise has opted for Nicholas Pooran as their alpha finisher, a decision influenced by head coach Justin Langer and mentor Zaheer Khan. LSG's

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BCB Removes 11 Directors, Forms Constitution Amendment Committee

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has removed 11 directors from its board for failing to attend three or more consecutive meetings, as per the board's constitution. The list includes former president Nazmul Hassan and BPL chairman Sheikh Sohel. The other directors removed are Manzur Kader, AJM Nasir Uddin,

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India A's Tour of Australia Begins with Disappointing Start

India A's tour of Australia commenced with a disappointing start in Mackay on Thursday. The two uncapped players selected for the Border Gavaskar Trophy, Abhimanyu Easwaran and Nitish Kumar Reddy, failed to make an impact on the opening day of their four-day match against Australia A at the

Football

Inter Milan Thrash Empoli, Atalanta Climb to Third in Serie A

Inter Milan maintained their grip on second place in Serie A with a dominant 3-0 victory over 10-man Empoli on Wednesday. The defending champions showcased their resilience and attacking prowess, while Atalanta climbed to third with a 2-0 win over Monza. Inter's triumph was fueled by a brace

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Nicholas Pooran to Earn Record-Breaking Salary as Lucknow Super Giants' Retained Player

Nicholas Pooran Set to Become One of IPL's Highest-Paid Retained Players Nicholas Pooran is poised to become one of the most highly compensated retained players in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, according to sources within the league. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Pooran have reportedly reached an agreement

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Pakistan's Coaching Turmoil: Ramiz Raja Raises Concerns over Hiring International Talent

Pakistan's Coaching Turmoil: Ramiz Raja Expresses Concerns over Hiring International Talent Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja has raised concerns about the challenges Pakistan faces in attracting international coaching talent following the departure of Gary Kirsten as white-ball head coach. Raja's comments come amidst

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India Faces Historic Whitewash Threat in Mumbai Test

India's dominance at home is under threat as they face the prospect of a historic whitewash against New Zealand in the third and final Test in Mumbai. The Kiwis have already secured an unassailable 2-0 lead, putting India's top spot in the World Test Championship (WTC)

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Hazlewood Returns for NSW as Lyon Rests Ahead of India Tests

Josh Hazlewood will make his long-awaited return to competitive cricket for New South Wales in the Sheffield Shield match against Queensland, marking his first appearance of the season. The experienced fast bowler had been sidelined due to illness but is now set to ramp up his preparations for the upcoming

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Grace Parsons Stars as Brisbane Heat Make WBBL History

Brisbane Heat's Grace Parsons emerged as a star in her second WBBL match, leading her team to a historic 28-run victory over Melbourne Renegades. The 21-year-old legspinner claimed 3 for 22 in four overs, turning the tide after Renegades had started strongly in pursuit of Heat's

Tennis

Popyrin Continues Top 10 Dominance with Medvedev Victory

Alexei Popyrin, the rising Australian star, has emerged as a formidable force against Top 10 players, notching an impressive five wins in his last six encounters. His latest triumph came against world No. 5 Daniil Medvedev at the Rolex Paris Masters, a nail-biting 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (4) victory. Popyrin'

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Khachanov's Resurgence Continues in Paris, Favored Against Popyrin

Karen Khachanov's recent resurgence has propelled him back into the Top 10 contender conversation. After claiming the Almaty title, he reached the Vienna final, defeating notable opponents like Matteo Berrettini and Alex de Minaur. His impressive run continues in Paris, where he has overcome Christopher O'Connell

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Ben Stokes Appeals for Return of Stolen Items After Home Burglary

Ben Stokes, the England cricket captain, has appealed for the return of precious items stolen during a burglary at his home while he was away in Pakistan for the Test series. The incident occurred on October 17th at his residence in Castle Eden, North East England, while his wife, Claire,

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Hsieh Su-Wei: The Unconventional Genius of Doubles Tennis

Hsieh Su-Wei, the enigmatic Taiwanese tennis star, has carved a unique niche in the world of doubles with her unconventional style and unparalleled creativity. Unlike most doubles players who rely on straightforward execution, Hsieh embraces a kaleidoscope of shots, from half-volley lobs to blistering backhands, keeping her opponents guessing at

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England's White-Ball Reboot Continues in Caribbean

England's white-ball team embarks on a fourth tour of the Caribbean in three years, seeking to continue their post-World Cup reboot under the impending influence of Brendon McCullum. Despite the absence of key multi-format players, this series presents an opportunity for the next generation to stake their claim

Football

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Soar to Second Place with 2-0 Victory over Hyderabad FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against Hyderabad FC, securing a 2-0 triumph in the Indian Super League. The Mariners' victory propelled them to second place in the standings, trailing only Bengaluru FC by three points. The match commenced with a cautious approach from both

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Manchester United Close in on Ruben Amorim as Managerial Target

Manchester United's managerial search has reportedly zeroed in on Sporting Lisbon's Ruben Amorim, despite the Portuguese coach's cautious stance. With United's interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy set to lead the team against Leicester in the League Cup, Amorim remains the frontrunner to

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Rajasthan Royals Retain Samson, Jaiswal, Parag, and Sharma for IPL 2025

Rajasthan Royals have finalized their retention list ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, with Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, and Sandeep Sharma set to remain with the franchise. Samson, the team's captain, has been a consistent performer for the Royals, leading them to the playoffs in

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Sabalenka's Soccer Shot Hits Photographer at WTA Finals Event

Aryna Sabalenka's Unintentional Soccer Shot Hits Photographer at WTA Finals Event World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka's attempt at a penalty kick during a visit with youth soccer players in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, took an unexpected turn when her shot veered off target and struck a WTA

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Bangladesh Collapse to 38-4 in Reply to South Africa's 575-6

Bangladesh's batting woes continued on day two of the second Test against South Africa in Chattogram, as they stumbled to 38-4 in response to the visitors' mammoth first innings of 575-6. The hosts' reply got off to a disastrous start, with Kagiso Rabada dismissing Shadman Islam