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Hetmyer Returns to West Indies ODI Squad for England Series

West Indies have recalled Shimron Hetmyer to their ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against England, starting in Antigua on Thursday. Hetmyer replaces Alick Athanaze in the squad, marking the only change from the group that recently toured Sri Lanka. Hetmyer's return to the ODI setup comes

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WTA Finals Draw Revealed: Sabalenka, Swiatek Lead Groups

The WTA Finals, the season-ending tournament for the top eight women's tennis players, has unveiled its draw for 2024. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and No. 2 Iga Swiatek will lead their respective round-robin groups. Sabalenka, who regained the top ranking after winning the US Open and Dongfeng

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Hong Kong Sixes 2024: Thrilling Cricket Carnival Set to Ignite Tin Kwong Road

The Hong Kong Sixes 2024, a thrilling cricket tournament, is set to ignite the Tin Kwong Road Cricket Ground from November 1 to 3. Featuring 12 teams, the tournament promises an electrifying spectacle with six-a-side matches, captivating performances, and a vibrant atmosphere. The teams have been divided into four pools

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Patidar's Century, Delhi's Dominance Mark Thrilling Ranji Trophy Week

Domestic Cricket Thrills: Patidar's Century, Delhi's Dominance, and Mumbai's Draw The Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic cricket tournament, has witnessed a thrilling week of action. Madhya Pradesh's Rajat Patidar stole the show with a lightning-fast century, while Delhi and Baroda

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MPetshi Perricard Extends Indoor Winning Streak at Paris Masters

Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, the rising French tennis star, extended his remarkable indoor winning streak at the Rolex Paris Masters on Tuesday, overcoming a spirited challenge from Frances Tiafoe in a thrilling three-set battle. The 6' 8" Frenchman, fresh off his triumph at the ATP 500 event in Basel,

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Virat Kohli Set to Reignite in Australia, Says M. S. K. Prasad

Ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar series between India and Australia, former Indian cricketer M. S. K. Prasad has expressed confidence in Virat Kohli's ability to regain his form. Despite a challenging start to the decade in Test cricket, Prasad believes Kohli's love for Australian conditions

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Smriti Mandhana Surpasses Mithali Raj, Becomes India's Leading ODI Century-Scorer

Smriti Mandhana, the star batter of Indian women's cricket, has etched her name in the annals of history by surpassing the legendary Mithali Raj to become the Indian player with the most ODI centuries. Mandhana's elegant stroke play and aggressive approach have been instrumental in her

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Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Disarray After Diljit Dosanjh Concerts

The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, a premier sports venue in New Delhi, has been left in a deplorable state following two concerts by Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh. Despite claims by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) that the stadium was cleaned after the event, a visit by IANS on Tuesday revealed

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Sri Lanka to Host Inaugural Men's T10 Tournament in December

Sri Lanka is poised to make history by hosting its inaugural men's T10 competition from December 12 to 22, marking a significant milestone in the country's cricketing landscape. This tournament, organized in partnership with T Ten Global Sports, will feature six franchises, one more than the

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CSK's Retention Dilemma: Dhoni's Future and Jadeja's Top Spot

With the IPL 2024 retention deadline fast approaching, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are facing crucial decisions regarding their player roster. The team's most pressing concern is the status of legendary captain MS Dhoni, who has hinted at continuing his IPL career. CSK's retention strategy has

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Smriti Mandhana's Century Guides India to ODI Series Victory Over New Zealand

India's women's cricket team clinched the three-match ODI series against New Zealand with a resounding six-wicket victory in the decisive match on Tuesday. The triumph was orchestrated by a masterful century from star batter Smriti Mandhana, who anchored India's chase of 233 with an

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Mayank Yadav's Injury Woes Continue, Sidelined for Months with Back Problem

Mayank Yadav's Injury Woes Continue, Sidelined for Months with Back Problem Indian speedster Mayank Yadav's promising international debut has been cut short by a back injury, ruling him out of the upcoming four-match T20I series against South Africa. The 25-year-old, who impressed with his pace and

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Tony de Zorzi's Maiden Test Century Powers South Africa in Chattogram

South Africa's Tony de Zorzi finally broke through the century barrier in Test cricket, scoring a magnificent 141 not out on the opening day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram. The opener's maiden Test ton played a pivotal role in South Africa's

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East Bengal Aim for Victory Against Bashundhara Kings in AFC Challenge League

East Bengal FC, the Kolkata-based football club, will face Bashundhara Kings of Bangladesh in their second match of the AFC Challenge League on Tuesday, October 29. The match will be held in Bhutan at 8:30 PM IST. East Bengal began their campaign with a 2-2 draw against Paro FC

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Bengal and Kerala Draw Ranji Trophy Match After Cyclone Disruption

The Ranji Trophy Group-C match between Bengal and Kerala ended in a dull draw at the Jadavpur University ground on Tuesday due to the massive loss of play on the first two days caused by the impact of Cyclone Dana. Resuming from 267 for seven, Kerala declared at 356 for

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Rublev's ATP Finals Hopes in Jeopardy After Paris Masters Upset

Andrey Rublev's hopes of qualifying for the Nitto ATP Finals for a fifth consecutive season suffered a major setback on Tuesday as he was upset by Francisco Cerundolo in the second round of the Rolex Paris Masters. The 7-6 (6), 7-6 (5) defeat leaves Rublev's fate

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Zimbabwe to Host Historic Boxing Day and New Year's Tests Against Afghanistan

Zimbabwe is set to host Afghanistan for a historic all-format tour, featuring the country's first Boxing Day Test in 28 years and its inaugural New Year's Test. Both matches will be played in Bulawayo. The tour will commence with three T20Is in Harare from December 9-12,

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LSG Retains Pooran, GT Set to Keep Gill Ahead of IPL 2025 Auction

IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Kings Retain Nicholas Pooran, Gujarat Titans Set to Keep Shubman Gill Ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, Lucknow Super Kings (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) have made significant moves by retaining key players. Lucknow Super Kings LSG has retained West Indies wicket-keeper batter Nicholas Pooran

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Dhaka Metropolis, Sylhet Division Win in NCL Round 2; Dhaka Division, Rangpur Division Draw

Dhaka Metropolis and Sylhet Division emerged victorious in the second round of the National Cricket League (NCL), while Dhaka Division and Rangpur Division played out a draw. Khulna Division and Barishal Division's match ended in a draw due to rain. Dhaka Metropolis Dominates Rajshahi Division Dhaka Metropolis continued

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Australia Favored in Upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Says Tim Paine

Australia is poised to enter the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) as the frontrunner, according to former Australian captain Tim Paine. Paine attributes this to India's recent struggles with form and injuries. Paine, who captained Australia in their previous two BGT losses, believes Australia's stability and home

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Gary Kirsten's Resignation Raises Concerns for Pakistan Cricket

Pakistan cricket has been thrown into turmoil once again following the abrupt resignation of head coach Gary Kirsten. The former World Cup-winning coach departed just six months into a two-year contract, leaving the team without a permanent coach on the eve of their white-ball tour of Australia. Kirsten's

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Jessica Pegula's Breakthrough: From Setbacks to Success

Jessica Pegula's tennis journey has been marked by both triumphs and setbacks. Despite reaching the quarterfinal stage of Grand Slams six times, she had consistently fallen short in the latter stages. However, her performance at the 2022 WTA Finals and the US Open suggests a turning point in

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Harshit Rana Shines in Ranji Trophy, Ready for Australia Tour

Harshit Rana's stellar performance in Delhi's Ranji Trophy victory against Assam has solidified his readiness for the upcoming five-Test tour of Australia. The 22-year-old pacer showcased his all-around abilities, claiming five wickets in the first innings, scoring a crucial half-century at No. 8, and delivering critical

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Hyderabad's Thyagarajan Spins Pondicherry to Innings Defeat in Ranji Trophy

Hyderabad's relentless bowling attack, spearheaded by left-arm spinner Tanay Thyagarajan's seven-wicket haul, proved too formidable for Pondicherry, leading to an emphatic innings and 50-run victory in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Thyagarajan's exceptional performance marked his 10th

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Gujarat Titans Retain Gill, Rashid, and Sudharsan Ahead of IPL Mega Auction

Gujarat Titans, the reigning IPL champions, are gearing up for the upcoming mega auction by retaining three key players: captain Shubman Gill, star spinner Rashid Khan, and left-handed batter Sai Sudharsan. Uncapped hitters Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan are also expected to be retained by the franchise. Gill, a highly-rated