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India vs South Africa T20I Halted by Insect Invasion

The third T20I between India and South Africa in Centurion witnessed an extraordinary interruption due to a swarm of insects. After India posted a formidable target of 220, the match was halted when Ryan Rickelton and Reeza Hendricks scored seven runs in an over. The delay lasted over 30 minutes

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Holger Rune Embarks on Ambitious Off-Season Vacation

Holger Rune, the former world No. 4, is making the most of his off-season with an ambitious vacation itinerary that has seen him split his time between Dubai and the Maldives. After a semifinal finish at the Rolex Paris Masters, the 21-year-old Rune has gone from the Persian Gulf to

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Haryana and Kerala Engage in Combative Day of Cricket in Ranji Trophy

After a thick blanket of smog shrouded the morning session, Haryana and Kerala engaged in a spirited day of cricket in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium. Haryana captain Ankit Kumar's decision to bowl first proved fruitful as pacer Anshul

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Warwickshire Wicketkeeper Michael Burgess Retires from Cricket

Michael Burgess, the 30-year-old wicketkeeper for Warwickshire, has unexpectedly announced his retirement from professional cricket. Burgess, who joined Warwickshire in 2019 from Sussex, had a contract that was set to expire at the end of the 2025 season. However, he has decided to step away from the game and pursue

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Tilak Varma Smashes Maiden T20I Century, Becomes Youngest to Score Ton Against Top-10 Team

In a remarkable display of power-hitting, Tilak Varma etched his name in the history books by becoming the youngest batter to score a T20I century against a top-10 team. The 22-year-old left-hander smashed an unbeaten 107 off just 56 balls in the third T20I against South Africa in Centurion, guiding

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Mohammad Amaan to Lead India in ACC Under-19 Asia Cup

India's Mohammad Amaan to Lead U19 Team in ACC Asia Cup Uttar Pradesh's Mohammad Amaan has been appointed as the captain of India's U19 team for the upcoming 50-over ACC Under-19 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from

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Bopanna and Ebden's ATP Finals Hopes Fade After Second Defeat

Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden's hopes of reaching the semifinals at the ATP Finals 2024 have been dashed after their second consecutive defeat. The Indo-Aussie duo succumbed to the top-seeded pair of Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic in a 68-minute contest, placing them at the bottom of the

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WTA 2024: Young Stars Shine, Top 10 Reshuffled, and the Future Looks Bright

2024 WTA Season: A Year of Rising Stars and Notable Storylines The 2024 WTA season has come to a close, leaving behind a trail of memorable moments and significant developments. As we look back on the year that was, here are nine notable storylines that will shape the future of

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PV Sindhu Advances, Lakshya Sen Bows Out in Japan Super 500

Double Olympic medalist PV Sindhu advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the Kumamoto Masters Japan Super 500 tournament on Wednesday, while Lakshya Sen suffered an opening-round exit. Sindhu, ranked 20th in the world, faced Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan, ranked 11th, in a one-sided first-round match. Sindhu dominated the match, winning

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India-Pakistan Rivalry to Ignite Women's U19 Asia Cup

India and Pakistan Set for Clash in Inaugural Women's U19 Asia Cup The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the draw for the inaugural Women's U19 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in Malaysia from December 15 to 22. The tournament will feature six teams divided

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Manipur Stuns Punjab, Odisha Enters Semis in Hockey Nationals

The quarterfinal matches of the Hockey India-14th Senior National men's championship witnessed thrilling contests and unexpected upsets. After eight days of largely one-sided matches in the Group stage, the last-eight ties at the SDAT-Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium turned out to be nail-biting affairs. In the biggest upset of the

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Sanju Samson's Batting Woes Continue with Back-to-Back Ducks

Sanju Samson's recent batting performances have been a tale of two extremes. After a remarkable run of form with consecutive hundreds, the Indian batter has unexpectedly found himself on the opposite end of the spectrum, recording back-to-back ducks. The shift in performance has taken fans by surprise, as

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Richard Whittam KC Appointed Chair of Cricket Discipline Panel

Richard Whittam KC has been appointed as the inaugural chair of the Cricket Discipline Panel (CDP), a newly established independent tribunal that will adjudicate on regulatory breaches in English professional cricket. Whittam's appointment, made by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) board for a four-year term, follows

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India to Host West Indies and Ireland for White-Ball Tours in December and January

India's women's cricket team will host West Indies and Ireland for white-ball tours in December and January as part of the 2022-2025 Future Tours Programme (FTP). The series will provide valuable preparation for India ahead of the ODI World Cup, which they will host next year.

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South Africa and India Clash in Crucial Third T20I at Centurion

South Africa and India faced off in the third T20I of their series at SuperSport Park in Centurion, with the series tied at 1-1. South Africa captain Aiden Markram won the toss for the third consecutive time and opted to chase, a decision that was met with approval from India

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Alcaraz Overcomes Illness to Defeat Rublev at ATP Finals

Carlos Alcaraz, the former world No. 1, overcame illness and a determined Andrey Rublev to secure his first victory at the Nitto ATP Finals on Wednesday. Despite battling chest tightness and breathing issues, Alcaraz displayed resilience and tactical prowess to defeat Rublev 6-3, 7-6 (8) in one hour and 35

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Imrul Kayes Retires from Test and First-Class Cricket

Imrul Kayes, the veteran Bangladeshi opener, has announced his retirement from Test and first-class cricket. The 34-year-old made the emotional announcement in a video message on his Facebook page, stating that his last red-ball match will be Khulna Division's National Cricket League (NCL) match against Dhaka Division at

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Aakash Chopra Urges RCB to Target Rishabh Pant in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

RCB Should Target Rishabh Pant in IPL 2025 Mega Auction, Suggests Aakash Chopra Former India opener Aakash Chopra has strongly advocated for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to make a concerted effort to acquire wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. Chopra believes that Pant's aggressive

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Ramandeep Singh Earns Maiden Call-Up to Indian T20 Team

Ramandeep Singh, a 27-year-old cricketer from Punjab, India, has earned his maiden call-up to the Indian T20 cricket team. The all-rounder was presented with his first Indian cap by Hardik Pandya and will join the team for the third and final match against South Africa. Singh's selection is

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Karnataka Bowlers Crush UP, Take First-Innings Lead in Ranji Trophy

Karnataka Dominates Uttar Pradesh on Day 1 of Ranji Trophy Clash Lucknow, November 13: Karnataka bowlers, led by V. Koushik, put on a stellar performance to dismantle Uttar Pradesh (UP) for a mere 89 runs on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Group-C encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri

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Jharkhand's Sharandeep Singh Anchors Slow-Paced Opening Day Against Delhi

On a gloomy day in the national capital, where play was affected by smog in the morning and bad light in the evening, Jharkhand opener Sharandeep Singh exhibited ample patience and a tight defence to compile an unbeaten 64. He consumed 183 balls, making for a slow-moving opening day between

Football

France, Italy, Portugal Eye UEFA Nations League Quarterfinals

France, Italy, and Portugal are poised to secure their spots in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals, while England's hopes of promotion have been dampened by a string of withdrawals. Italy and Portugal need only a point to advance, while France is well-positioned ahead of their match against Israel

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Shami Faces Challenges in Bengal's Ranji Trophy Opener

Mohammed Shami's much-anticipated return to competitive cricket after a year-long absence was met with challenges as Bengal faced Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. On a greenish pitch with moisture, Madhya Pradesh elected to field and capitalized on the

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Worcestershire Sign Fateh Singh on Three-Year Deal

Worcestershire County Cricket Club has bolstered its spin bowling department with the acquisition of Fateh Singh from Nottinghamshire on a three-year contract. The 20-year-old left-arm spinner impressed during a loan spell at New Road last summer, capturing 15 wickets in the One-Day Cup at an average of 24.13. Singh&

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India vs South Africa 3rd T20I: Series Lead on the Line

India and South Africa will face off in the third T20I of their four-match series on Sunday, November 13, with both teams eyeing a series lead. The match will be played at SuperSport Park in Centurion, South Africa, and will begin at 08:30 PM IST. India took an early