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Yashasvi Jaiswal: A Rising Star Ready for Australia's Challenge

Yashasvi Jaiswal, the rising star of Indian cricket, has been making waves with his impressive performances in Test cricket. Despite the rain-affected first day of the opening Test against New Zealand, Jaiswal spent an hour at indoor nets, showcasing his dedication to his craft. Jaiswal's childhood coach, Jwala

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Ashwin Proposes Bold Retention Strategy for CSK, Suggests Dhoni as Capped Player

Ravichandran Ashwin, the veteran Indian spinner, has sparked a debate by suggesting a bold retention strategy for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Ashwin believes that CSK should retain MS Dhoni as a capped player rather than an uncapped player, as allowed by the

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Australia and South Africa Clash in T20 World Cup Semifinal

Australia and South Africa Set for T20 World Cup Semifinal Showdown Dubai, 6pm local time Australia and South Africa will face off in a highly anticipated semifinal clash at the T20 World Cup on Thursday. Both teams have been in impressive form throughout the tournament, with Australia unbeaten and South

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Joe Root Reaches Career-High Test Rating, Cements All-Time Great Status

England's batting maestro Joe Root has ascended to new heights in the ICC Men's Test Batter Rankings, reaching a career-best rating of 932 points. This remarkable achievement places him among the all-time greats, with only 16 players in Test cricket history surpassing this mark. Root'

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Shakib Al Hasan to Bid Farewell to Test Cricket on Home Soil

Shakib Al Hasan, the legendary Bangladeshi all-rounder, is set to bid farewell to Test cricket on home soil in the upcoming series against South Africa. The first Test, commencing on Monday, will mark Shakib's final appearance in the longest format before his adoring home crowd. Shakib's

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Sajid Khan's Spin Magic Halts England's Progress in Multan Test

England's promising start in the second Test against Pakistan was abruptly halted by the brilliance of Sajid Khan, whose incisive off-spin triggered a rapid batting collapse. After reaching a comfortable position of 211/2, England lost four wickets for a mere 14 runs, leaving them reeling at 225/

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ISL 2024-25 Schedule Unveiled: Kolkata Derby, NorthEast United's New Home

The Indian Super League (ISL) has unveiled the highly anticipated schedule for its 2024-25 season, featuring a thrilling lineup of matches, including the iconic Kolkata Derby. The second leg of the Kolkata Derby between Mohun Bagan SG and East Bengal FC will take center stage on January 11 at the

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Sunrisers Hyderabad Retain Klaasen, Cummins, and Sharma for IPL 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad Retain Klaasen, Cummins, and Sharma Ahead of IPL 2025 Sunrisers Hyderabad has made its first three retentions ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, with South African power-hitter Heinrich Klaasen topping the list. According to ESPNcricinfo, Klaasen will receive INR 23 crore as the franchise's highest-paid

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Ningbo Open: Lucky Losers Dominate as Withdrawals Mount

The Ningbo Open, a WTA 500 event, has witnessed a significant influx of lucky losers, with a quarter of the field now filled by players who initially failed to qualify. The tournament has been plagued by withdrawals, including Jasmine Paolini, Emma Navarro, and most notably, home favorite Zheng Qinwen. Zheng&

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KL Rahul Ideal Opener for India in Australia, Says Anil Kumble

Former India captain Anil Kumble has opined that KL Rahul should open the batting for India in the first Test of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia if Rohit Sharma is unavailable due to personal reasons. Kumble believes that Rahul's adaptability and experience make him the ideal candidate

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Hemang Badani Frontrunner for Delhi Capitals Head Coach Role

Former Indian cricketer Hemang Badani has emerged as a potential candidate for the head coach position at Delhi Capitals (DC), while Munaf Patel is being considered for a role in the support staff. The franchise recently parted ways with Australian legend Ricky Ponting due to scheduling conflicts. DC is reportedly

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Harry Brook Soars to Second in ICC Test Batting Rankings, Root Achieves Career-High

Harry Brook's remarkable ascent in Test cricket continues unabated, with the 25-year-old England batter now occupying the coveted second spot in the ICC Test batting rankings. Brook's meteoric rise has been fueled by a jaw-dropping triple century against Pakistan in the first Test in Multan, propelling

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Virat Kohli Hails AB de Villiers as 'Absolute Number One' After Hall of Fame Induction

Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket superstar, has hailed AB de Villiers as the "absolute number one" after the South African legend was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. De Villiers, along with Sir Alastair Cook and Neetu David, was inducted into the Class of 2024. Kohli and

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Bangladesh Drops Khaled Ahmed from Test Squad for South Africa Series

Bangladesh's Khaled Ahmed Omitted from Test Squad for South Africa Series Fast bowler Khaled Ahmed has been excluded from Bangladesh's squad for the upcoming first Test against South Africa, scheduled to commence on October 21 in Mirpur. This marks the sole alteration to the 16-man contingent

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Mayank Yadav Makes Electrifying T20I Debut, Bowls Maiden Over

Indian cricket witnessed the electrifying debut of young pacer Mayank Yadav in the T20I series opener against Bangladesh in Gwalior. The 22-year-old, who missed out on a potential breakout season in the Indian Premier League due to injury, made his mark on the international stage with an impressive performance. Mayank&

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Mukesh Kumar Knocks on Selectors' Doors with Stellar Domestic Performances

Mukesh Kumar, the rising star of Indian cricket, has made a compelling case for his inclusion in the national team with his exceptional performances in domestic competitions. Despite the departure of several senior players, the competition for places in the Indian team remains fierce. In the recently concluded Duleep Trophy,

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Former South African Coach Duminy Steps in as Substitute Fielder in ODI

In a remarkable turn of events, former South African batter and current batting coach Jean-Paul Duminy took to the field as a substitute fielder during the final ODI against Ireland in the United Arab Emirates. The unusual occurrence stemmed from the intense heat, which forced several regular South African players

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Indian Shuttlers Endure Poor Start at Denmark Open Super 750

Indian badminton players faced a disappointing start at the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament, with both the women's and mixed doubles pairs suffering opening-round defeats on Wednesday. In the women's doubles, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand squandered a game lead to lose 21-19, 17-21, 15-21 against

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ICC Hall of Fame Welcomes Alastair Cook, Neetu David, and AB de Villiers

Alastair Cook, Neetu David, and AB de Villiers have been inducted into the prestigious ICC Hall of Fame, joining an elite group of cricket legends. Neetu David, a former Indian left-arm spinner, becomes the second Indian woman after Diana Edulji to receive this honor. With 100 ODI wickets, she holds

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Coco Gauff Savors Wheaties "Breakfast of Champions" After WTA Success

Coco Gauff, the rising star of women's tennis, has finally tasted the "Breakfast of Champions" after being featured on the iconic Wheaties cereal box for the past few months. After a grueling 30-hour journey home from Wuhan, where she narrowly lost to world No. 1 Aryna

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Champions Trophy 2024: India's Participation Uncertain, Broadcast Rights Take Precedence

The Champions Trophy, scheduled for 2024 in Pakistan, faces uncertainty over India's participation due to political tensions between the two nations. However, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has emphasized the importance of protecting broadcast rights, indicating that the tournament will proceed with or without India'

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Kohli's Double Century Powers India to 3-0 Test Series Win Over New Zealand

In 2016, Virat Kohli led the Indian cricket team to a resounding 3-0 Test series victory over New Zealand. During the second Test in Kolkata, Kohli etched his name in history by scoring his highest Test score against the Kiwis – a magnificent double century. The Indian innings got off to

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Yashasvi Jaiswal Poised for Success in Australia, Says Anil Kumble

India's legendary spinner Anil Kumble has expressed his confidence in young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's ability to excel in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Kumble believes that Jaiswal's versatility and adaptability will serve him well on the challenging Australian pitches. Jaiswal has been a

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Paras Mhambrey Appointed Mumbai Indians' Bowling Coach

Former India seamer Paras Mhambrey has been appointed as Mumbai Indians' bowling coach ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Mhambrey, who previously served as MI's assistant coach, will work alongside current bowling coach Lasith Malinga under newly appointed head coach Mahela Jayawardene. Mhambrey brings

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Virat Kohli's Focus on Team Success Could Be Dangerous for Opponents

Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian batsman, has shifted his focus from personal milestones to team success, according to Mike Hesson, the former Director of Cricket for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Hesson believes that this mindset could prove dangerous for opposing teams, as Kohli's natural ability will lead to