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East Bengal Salvage Draw in AFC Challenge League Opener

East Bengal's AFC Challenge League campaign got off to a thrilling start as they salvaged a crucial 2-2 draw against Bhutan's Paro FC. The Indian Super League side showed resilience to come back from a 2-1 deficit at halftime, with Dimitrios Diamantakos scoring a vital equaliser

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India Wins Bronze at Sultan of Johor Cup After Thrilling Shootout Victory

India's junior men's hockey team clinched a thrilling bronze medal at the Sultan of Johor Cup after a nail-biting 3-2 shootout victory over New Zealand on Saturday. The match ended in a 2-2 stalemate in regulation time, setting the stage for a tense penalty shootout. Goalkeeper

Cricket

Pakistan's Spin Revolution: Controversial Pitch Reuse Turns Series on Its Head

Pakistan's recent Test series against England has been a tale of dramatic twists and turns, with the home side orchestrating a remarkable turnaround after a disastrous start. The key to their resurgence lies in a controversial decision to reuse a heavily spin-friendly pitch from the first Test in

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England Batting Line-Up Unlikely to Change Despite Pakistan Defeats

England's batting lineup is likely to remain unchanged for their upcoming tour of New Zealand, despite suffering two heavy defeats to Pakistan. Despite being bowled out for 112 in Rawalpindi, captain Ben Stokes expressed confidence in his top six batsmen. After amassing 823 runs in the first Test,

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Harshit Rana Stars as Delhi Restrict Assam to 264/6 in Ranji Trophy Opener

Harshit Rana, the 22-year-old pacer, made a strong return to competitive cricket on Saturday, taking four wickets in Delhi's Ranji Trophy opener against Assam. Rana, who had not played a competitive game for over a month, showed no signs of rust as he struck twice in his opening

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Virat Kohli's Batting Woes Continue as India Lose Test Series to New Zealand

Virat Kohli's batting woes in Test cricket have reached alarming proportions, with the former Indian captain enduring a torrid time at the crease. In the recently concluded second Test against New Zealand, Kohli managed scores of 1 and 17, contributing to India's 113-run defeat. Kohli'

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India's Test Series Loss: Rohit Sharma Calls for Calm, Focus on Improvement

India's Test series loss to New Zealand has raised concerns, but captain Rohit Sharma remains optimistic. Despite the disappointing defeat, Sharma believes there is no need for panic. India's 12-year home Test series winning streak came to an end with New Zealand's 113-run victory

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India's Test Dominance Shattered as New Zealand Clinch Historic Series Victory

India's Test dominance at home has been shattered by New Zealand, who secured their first-ever series victory on Indian soil in nearly 70 years. The crushing 113-run defeat in the second Test in Mumbai has exposed India's vulnerability against quality spin bowling, particularly against Mitchell Santner.

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India's Batting Woes Cost Them Pune Test Defeat

India's recent 113-run defeat to New Zealand in the Pune Test has raised concerns about the team's batting performance. Captain Rohit Sharma has identified the batters' inability to match New Zealand's first-innings total of 259 as the primary reason for the loss. Mitchell

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New Zealand's Historic Win Shakes Up WTC Standings, India's Final Hopes in Jeopardy

New Zealand's historic Test series triumph in India has sent shockwaves through the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings, casting doubt on India's hopes of reaching a third consecutive WTC final. India's 0-1 series defeat to the Black Caps has left them precariously perched

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New Zealand Creates History, Ends India's 12-Year Unbeaten Home Test Series

New Zealand has made history by securing their first-ever Test series victory in India. After seven decades of waiting, the Black Caps have finally triumphed in emphatic fashion, dominating the hosts for the second consecutive week. India's 12-year-long unbeaten series record at home has been shattered. The World

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Virat Kohli's Unfortunate Dismissal Draws Sympathy from Fans

Virat Kohli's Unfortunate Dismissal Sparks Sympathy from Fans Indian cricket star Virat Kohli's dismissal on Day 3 of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune has drawn widespread sympathy from fans. With India chasing a mammoth target of 359, Kohli's presence at the

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Pakistan's Sajid and Noman Spin England to Series Defeat

In the twilight of their careers, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal faced off in the 2017 Australian Open final, both battling injuries and fading from prominence. Despite the odds, they delivered an unforgettable match, with Federer emerging victorious. In a poignant moment, Federer expressed his willingness to share the title

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England Crash to Series Defeat in Pakistan Despite Dominant First Test

England's head coach Brendon McCullum has expressed disappointment over his team's 2-1 series defeat to Pakistan, acknowledging that they "had an opportunity to have been better than that." After a dominant victory in the first Test, England succumbed to back-to-back losses in Multan and

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Pakistan Wins Historic Test Series Against England on Home Soil

Pakistan's cricket team has achieved a remarkable feat by securing a 2-1 series victory against England on home soil. This triumph marks their first Test series win since 2021. After suffering an innings defeat in the series opener, Pakistan displayed resilience and determination to level the series in

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West Indies Struggle to Contain Sri Lankan Openers in Third ODI

The third and final ODI between Sri Lanka and West Indies commenced with West Indies captain Shai Hope electing to bowl first. The West Indies made two changes to their lineup, bringing in Evin Lewis and Matthew Forde, while Sri Lanka remained unchanged. Matthew Forde opened the bowling for West

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Santner's Spin Masterclass Leaves India in Peril

Virat Kohli's struggles against spinners in Asian conditions continued in the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Chasing a daunting target of 359, India lost two quick wickets before Kohli and Washington Sundar steadied the innings with a 20-run partnership. However, Mitchell Santner dismissed Kohli leg-before wicket

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Amelia Kerr Ruled Out of Remaining ODIs Against India with Quadricep Tear

New Zealand's all-rounder Amelia Kerr has been ruled out of the remaining two ODIs against India due to a left quadricep muscle tear. The injury, sustained during the opening game, is expected to sideline her for approximately three weeks. Kerr's absence is a significant blow to

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India's Record Chase Falters After Pant's Run-Out Blunder

India's pursuit of a record-breaking 359 against New Zealand in the second Test at Pune hit a major roadblock on Saturday, despite a promising start. After losing captain Rohit Sharma early, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal kept India in the game with a blistering half-century. Jaiswal's 62-run partnership

Tennis

Babolat Pure Aero, Adidas Apparel and Shoes: Gear Up for Tennis Domination

Babolat Pure Aero: The Ultimate Weapon for Power and Spin The Babolat Pure Aero is a legendary racquet that has been a favorite among aggressive players for years. The latest 8th generation of this iconic frame has been refined to offer even more control and feedback without sacrificing the power

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Taylor Fritz's Fitness Transformation Fuels US Open Success

Taylor Fritz's remarkable run to the US Open final has been a testament to his unwavering determination and meticulous preparation. Despite a disappointing end to 2023, Fritz's off-season training block proved to be a turning point. According to his coach, Michael Russell, Fritz's time

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Pakistan on Cusp of Home Series Win After Dismantling England

Pakistan is on the verge of securing their first home series victory since 2021 after dismantling England for a mere 112 runs in the third and final Test in Rawalpindi. The hosts now require a modest 36 runs to seal the triumph. Noman Ali and Sajid Khan, the dynamic spin

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Sam Konstas Poised for Test Debut as Australia Seeks Youthful Injection

Sam Konstas, the 19-year-old batting prodigy, has emerged as a potential Test debutant for Australia in the upcoming home series against India. His mentor, former all-rounder Shane Watson, believes that the current circumstances present a "perfect storm" for Konstas to make his international debut. Konstas' twin centuries

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Bangladesh Test Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto to Step Down After South Africa Series

Bangladesh's Test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto is set to relinquish his leadership role after the ongoing home series against South Africa. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) had appointed Shanto as captain across all formats in February 2023, with the intention of him leading the team in the 2025

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Nasser Hussain Calls for Support for Ben Stokes as England Struggle Against Pakistan's Tail

England's struggles against Pakistan's tail-enders have once again come to the fore in the ongoing Rawalpindi Test, with former cricketer Nasser Hussain expressing concerns about captain Ben Stokes' workload. After reducing Pakistan to 155/6, England's bowlers lost their way, allowing the hosts