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IPL Mega Auction to Clash with India-Australia Test

The Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction for the 2025 season is set to clash with the first Test between India and Australia, creating a scheduling headache for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and broadcasters. According to Cricbuzz, the proposed dates for the auction, November 24

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Buttler's ODI Return Delayed Again Due to Calf Injury

Jos Buttler's return to the helm of England's white-ball team has been further delayed due to a persistent calf injury. The 34-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has been sidelined for four months and will miss the upcoming ODI leg of the Caribbean tour. Buttler's injury woes began

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India-Australia Rematch Likely in WTC Final, Pakistan Batsman Suggests Neutral Venue for India-Pakistan Tests

The 2023-25 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle is nearing its conclusion, with India and Australia emerging as the frontrunners for a rematch of the previous WTC final, which Australia won. Former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali believes that the final will once again feature India and Australia, but he has a

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Mumbai's All-Rounder Duo Separated for India A Tour

Mumbai's formidable all-rounder duo, Tanush Kotian and Shams Mulani, have been instrumental in the team's recent Ranji Trophy success. However, their partnership will be temporarily broken as Kotian prepares to join the India A squad for their tour of Australia. Mulani, the senior partner, expressed his

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India's 46 All Out: Atherton Draws Parallels to England's Infamous Collapse

Former England captain Michael Atherton has drawn comparisons between India's recent collapse to 46 all out against New Zealand and England's infamous 46 all out against West Indies in 1994. Atherton, now a respected pundit, highlighted the unique distinction held by Virat Kohli, who has been

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Siraj's Home Woes Pose Selection Dilemma for India in Second Test

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's unwavering belief in consistency when it comes to team selection faces a dilemma as he contemplates the inclusion of speedster Mohammed Siraj in the playing eleven for the second Test against New Zealand. The match, commencing on October 24 in Pune, presents a conundrum

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V.P. Sathyan: The Defensive Stalwart Behind India's 1995 SAFF Games Gold

V.P. Sathyan: The Defender Who Led India to SAF Games Gold V.P. Sathyan, a renowned Indian footballer, played a pivotal role in leading the Indian national team to a gold medal at the 1995 South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Games. His exceptional defensive skills and leadership qualities were

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Mizoram's Agni Chopra Scores Double Century, Century in Ranji Trophy

Mizoram's Agni Chopra, son of renowned filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra, has continued his stellar performance in the ongoing Ranji Trophy, following his impressive debut in the 2023-24 edition. In a Plate Division match against Arunachal Pradesh, Agni showcased his exceptional batting skills, scoring a double century and a

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Cheteshwar Pujara's Absence Raises Concerns Ahead of India's Tour of Australia

Ahead of the Indian cricket team's crucial Tour of Australia, the recent loss to New Zealand at home has sparked concerns about the team's composition. One player who is likely to be omitted from the touring party is veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara. Pujara, known for his

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Inglis, Connolly Rescue WA After Bancroft's Early Dismissal

Western Australia's hopes of securing a first-innings lead against Tasmania were boosted by a resilient batting performance on day two of their Sheffield Shield clash at the WACA. Despite a disappointing start that saw opener Cameron Bancroft depart cheaply for the third consecutive match, Josh Inglis and Cooper

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Jack Leach Rediscovers Love for Cricket After England Omission

Jack Leach's omission from England's Test squad during the home summer proved to be a catalyst for his rediscovery of his love for cricket. A timely phone call from Ben Stokes after a Test win reinforced his belief in his abilities. Leach, now England's

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Basit Ali Urges India to Drop KL Rahul, Retain Sarfaraz Khan

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has sparked a debate by suggesting that Team India should drop star batter KL Rahul from the Test side once Shubman Gill recovers from his injury. Gill missed the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru due to a stiff neck, paving the way for

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Pune Test to Feature Bald, Slow-Turning Pitch Favoring Indian Spinners

The upcoming second Test between India and New Zealand in Pune is set to feature a bald and slow-turning pitch, according to ESPNcricinfo. The pitch, primarily composed of black soil, will offer less bounce and be flatter compared to the first Test in Bengaluru. India, reeling from their lowest Test

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Pakistan Prepares Spinning Pitch for Test Decider Against England

Pakistan's quest for a decisive victory in the Test series against England has intensified as they meticulously prepare a spinning pitch at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Determined to replicate their success in the second Test, where spinners dominated, Pakistan has employed unconventional methods to dry out the surface.

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India's Achilles Heel Exposed: Basit Ali Points Out Bowling Weakness

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has identified a significant weakness in the Indian cricket team following their 8-wicket defeat to New Zealand. Ali highlighted concerns not only with the batting lineup but also with the bowling attack. Ali praised Jasprit Bumrah's bowling, comparing him to legendary Pakistani pacers

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Neeraj Chopra Pranks Coach Bartonietz in Hilarious Video

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra recently pulled off a hilarious prank on his long-time coach Klaus Bartonietz, who is set to depart from his role after the ongoing season. In a viral video posted on Instagram, Chopra, Bartonietz, and physiotherapist Ishaan Marwaha created their own version of the popular "

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KKR Faces Captaincy Dilemma Amid Backroom Staff Departures

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), reigning champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), face a challenging situation ahead of the upcoming season. The departure of Gautam Gambhir, Abhishek Nayar, and Ryan ten Doeschate to the Indian cricket team has left significant voids in the KKR dugout. While Dwayne Bravo has

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Rohit Sharma's Tactics Criticized After India's Test Defeat to New Zealand

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has criticized skipper Rohit Sharma's tactical decisions following India's first Test defeat to New Zealand in Bengaluru. Rohit faced significant backlash for his captaincy, particularly after New Zealand managed to add 137 crucial runs for the eighth wicket in their first

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Whitney's Five-Wicket Haul and Batting Cameo Boost Queensland in Shield Clash

South Australia's first-innings total of 314, anchored by Henry Hunt's 136, was met with a spirited response from Queensland on day two of their Sheffield Shield clash in Brisbane. Young quick Tom Whitney, who made history with a five-wicket haul on debut, played a crucial role

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Gavaskar Praises Sarfaraz Khan's Batting, Questions India's Bounce Handling

Sunil Gavaskar, the legendary Indian batsman, has lauded Sarfaraz Khan's attacking 150 in the recent first Test match against New Zealand. Gavaskar believes that Khan's batting performances are even more impressive than his waistline. Khan, who was dropped for the first innings after scoring a duck,

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Smith's Return to No. 4 Driven by Teammates' Discontent

Steven Smith's decision to return to the No. 4 batting position for Australia in Test cricket has been influenced by the discontent expressed by his teammates, Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne, who preferred him to bat behind them. Smith clarified that he did not explicitly request the move

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Rachin Ravindra's Indian Heritage Fuels New Zealand's Test Triumph

New Zealand's triumph over India in the first Test was a testament to the team's resilience and the brilliance of all-rounder Rachin Ravindra. Ravindra, who was born to Bengaluru parents in New Zealand, played a pivotal role in the Kiwis' historic victory, scoring a magnificent

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MS Dhoni's IPL 2025 Participation Uncertain, CSK Awaits Confirmation

MS Dhoni's participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season remains uncertain, as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) CEO Kasi Viswanathan awaits confirmation from the legendary wicketkeeper-batsman. "We have still no confirmation from him, though we would like him to continue playing for us," Viswanathan

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Over 100 Female Footballers Slam FIFA's Saudi Aramco Sponsorship

FIFA's Saudi Aramco Sponsorship Draws Ire of Over 100 Female Footballers Over 100 professional female footballers from 24 countries have vehemently condemned FIFA's sponsorship deal with Saudi Aramco, the world's largest state-owned oil and gas company. The partnership, signed in April 2023, will run

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MS Dhoni's CSK Future Uncertain as Retention Deadline Approaches

MS Dhoni's future with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the upcoming IPL 2025 has become a topic of intense speculation. The new IPL retention rules have designated Dhoni as an 'uncapped player,' significantly increasing his chances of being retained. However, the franchise and Dhoni himself