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PCB Announces New Central Contracts, Dar and Riaz Omitted

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced its new batch of central contracts, with notable omissions of former captain Nida Dar and Aliya Riaz. The contracts, which were pending approval for some time, have been awarded to 16 players, with Fatima Sana, the current captain, moving up to Category A. Dar,

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Rohit Sharma to Miss First Test Against Australia Due to Birth of Child

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma will miss the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia in Perth due to the birth of his second child. Sharma and his wife Ritika welcomed a baby boy on Friday night, and the Indian captain has decided to stay back in Mumbai to spend time

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Gambhir's "Prickly" Coaching Style Raises Concerns for India

Gautam Gambhir's appointment as the head coach of the Indian cricket team has raised concerns among former Australian captain Tim Paine. Paine believes that Gambhir's "prickly" coaching style may not be a good fit for the team, especially in the wake of their recent

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Rishabh Pant's Recovery from Horrific Accident a 'Miracle,' Says Ravi Shastri

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has hailed Rishabh Pant's recovery from a horrific car accident as a "miracle." Shastri visited Pant in the hospital shortly after the incident and was initially uncertain about his cricketing future. "Honestly, if you had seen him, you would not

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Strikers Snap Losing Streak with 38-Run Win over Hurricanes

Adelaide Strikers emerged victorious in their WBBL clash against Hobart Hurricanes, securing a 38-run win at Adelaide Oval. The victory snapped a five-match losing streak for the defending champions, who are still placed last in the standings. Madeline Penna played a pivotal role for the Strikers, scoring a crucial 60

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Tamil Nadu Demolishes Railways in 20-Minute Ranji Rout

Tamil Nadu Crushes Railways in Innings Victory In a stunning display of dominance, Tamil Nadu annihilated Railways by an innings and 25 runs in a Ranji Trophy Group-D encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday. The victory was secured in a mere 20 minutes on the fourth day, as

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Shubman Gill Injured, Team India's Border-Gavaskar Trophy Hopes in Jeopardy

Team India's Woes Mount as Shubman Gill Suffers Finger Injury Ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Team India has been dealt another blow with the injury to star batter Shubman Gill. During a match simulation in Perth on Saturday, Gill sustained a finger injury while fielding in

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Australia Elects to Bat First in Bid to Seal T20 Series Against Pakistan

Australia, the reigning T20 World Champions, have opted to bat first in the second match of their three-match T20 series against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). The hosts are looking to seal the series after a dominant victory in the opening match in Brisbane. Australia's captain,

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Suryakumar Yadav Wishes Indian Team Luck Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian cricket team's star batter, has extended his best wishes to the team ahead of their challenging Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign in Australia. The depth of talent in Indian cricket was on full display as Suryakumar led the Men in Blue to a 3-1 T20I series

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Victoria's Lower Order Powers 206-Run Lead Over WA in Shield Clash

Victoria's lower-order batters played a crucial role in securing a commanding 206-run first-innings lead over Western Australia in their Sheffield Shield encounter at the Junction Oval. After being dismissed for a paltry 167, WA initially kept Victoria in check, reducing them to 207 for 6. However, No. 9

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Jackson Bird's 11 Wickets Power NSW to Sheffield Shield Victory

New South Wales (NSW) has secured a resounding victory over South Australia (SA) in the Sheffield Shield, winning by an innings and one run. Former Test quick Jackson Bird played a pivotal role, claiming 11 wickets in the match. In the first innings, Bird wreaked havoc on the SA batting

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Jake Paul Dominates Mike Tyson in Boxing Extravaganza

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: A Tale of Youthful Dominance On Saturday, boxing enthusiasts witnessed a highly anticipated clash between boxing legend Mike Tyson and YouTube sensation Jake Paul. The eight-round bout, dubbed the "biggest boxing match" of 2024, lived up to its hype, with Paul emerging as

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Tilak Varma Cements No. 3 Spot for India with Back-to-Back Centuries

India's T20I team has found a new batting star in Tilak Varma, who has cemented his position as the team's No. 3 batter with back-to-back centuries in the recently concluded series against South Africa. Varma's rise to prominence has been a welcome sight for

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West Indies Recall Sinclair, Phillip for Bangladesh Tests; Holder Misses Out

West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder will miss the upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh due to ongoing shoulder rehabilitation. The series, scheduled to begin on November 22 in Antigua, will see the return of offspinner Kevin Sinclair and right-arm quick Anderson Phillip to the Test squad. Sinclair, who missed the

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Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh Welcome Baby Boy, Captain's Availability for Australia Test Uncertain

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on Friday night at a local hospital in New Delhi. The couple already has a daughter, Samaira, born in 2018. Rohit is currently not in Australia with the Indian cricket team, as he

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Sanju Samson Makes History with Three T20I Centuries in a Year

Sanju Samson has etched his name in the annals of cricket history by becoming the first player to score three T20I centuries in a calendar year. This remarkable feat cements his status as one of the most explosive batters in the shortest format of the game. Samson's extraordinary

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Kohli's Lean Patch Puts Him in Australian Crosshairs Ahead of BGT

Virat Kohli's recent batting struggles have become a major talking point ahead of India's upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series against Australia. The former Indian batsman Sanjay Manjrekar believes that the Australian pacers will target Kohli from the outset, given his lean patch in 2024. Kohli has

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South Africa's Balancing Act: Walter Explains Bilateral Struggles

South Africa's white-ball coach Rob Walter has acknowledged the team's recent struggles in bilateral T20I series, but emphasized the importance of balancing the need to field the best XI with exposing younger players to top-level competition. In the recently concluded series against India, South Africa'

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Ravi Shastri Predicts India's Playing XI for BGT Opener in Perth

Ravi Shastri, India's former head coach, has revealed his predicted playing XI for the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) against Australia in Perth. With regular captain Rohit Sharma likely to miss the match, Shastri believes Shubman Gill should open alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal. Shastri also suggested that

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Shami's Batting and Bowling Heroics Keep Bengal in Ranji Trophy Contention

Bengal's Shami Shines with Bat and Ball in Thrilling Ranji Trophy Finish KOLKATA: The Bengal and Madhya Pradesh Elite Group 'C' Ranji Trophy match is poised for a nail-biting conclusion, with the hosts Bengal chasing 338 for victory and currently sitting at 150 for three at

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Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson Lead India to T20I Triumph in South Africa

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's retirement from T20 internationals has paved the way for emerging talents like Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson to shine. In India's recent tour of South Africa, the duo showcased their exceptional batting prowess, leading the team to a 3-1 series victory.

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BCCI Revives 'A' Programme to Strengthen Indian Cricket Bench

The recent Test series defeat to New Zealand on home soil has prompted the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to revive its 'A' programme, which aims to develop a strong bench of players for the Indian cricket team. The 'A' programme, which was

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Tilak Varma Scripts History with Consecutive T20I Centuries

Tilak Varma, the rising star of Indian cricket, etched his name in the history books on Friday during the fourth and final T20I against South Africa in Johannesburg. The 22-year-old batter became only the second Indian to score centuries in consecutive T20I innings, joining an elite list that includes Sanju

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Odisha, Haryana Advance to Hockey National Championship Final

Odisha and Haryana emerged victorious in the semifinals of the Hockey India-14th Senior National Championship, setting up a thrilling final on Saturday. Odisha, boasting several players from the national junior and senior camps, dominated Manipur throughout the match. Shilanand Lakra, who recently returned to the Indian senior team after knee

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Swiatek Stuns Badosa, Poland Advances in Billie Jean King Cup Finals

Poland's Swiatek Stuns Badosa to Advance in Billie Jean King Cup Finals MALAGA, Spain - World No. 2 Iga Swiatek of Poland delivered a stunning performance on Friday, defeating home favorite Paula Badosa of Spain to secure Poland's spot in the quarterfinals of the Billie Jean