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Abhimanyu Easwaran: Determined to Earn Elusive Test Cap

Abhimanyu Easwaran, a prolific run-scorer for Bengal in domestic cricket, has been patiently awaiting his Test debut for India. Despite an impressive record of 7506 runs in 98 first-class games at an average of 47.65, the elusive Test cap remains out of reach. As the Ranji Trophy approaches, India&

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Ramkumar Ramanathan Bows Out of Hangzhou Challenger in Pre-Quarterfinals

Indian tennis star Ramkumar Ramanathan's impressive run at the $164,000 Challenger tournament in Hangzhou, China, came to an end in the pre-quarterfinals. The top-seeded Australian James Duckworth proved too strong for Ramanathan, defeating him in straight sets 6-4, 7-5. Ramanathan, ranked 225th in the world, had a

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West Indies Women Triumph Over Bangladesh Women in T20 World Cup Encounter

In the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup, West Indies Women emerged victorious in their match against Bangladesh Women, opting to field first after winning the toss. The match witnessed a thrilling display of batting and bowling, with both teams showcasing their skills. Bangladesh Women's innings got

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Tamil Nadu Aims for Aggressive Approach in Domestic Season Opener

Coimbatore: Tamil Nadu captain R. Sai Kishore is urging his team to adopt an aggressive and fearless approach as they prepare for the upcoming domestic season, which begins on Friday. "Our preparation has been good, and we want to play a positive brand of cricket," said Sai Kishore

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Rohit Sharma May Miss Australia Tests Due to Personal Reasons

India's Test captain Rohit Sharma may miss one of the first two matches of the upcoming five-Test series in Australia due to personal reasons. The BCCI has been informed of the situation, and a decision on Rohit's availability will be made in the coming days. If

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Richard Gasquet to Retire After 2023 Roland Garros

Richard Gasquet, the former world No. 7 tennis player, has announced his retirement from professional tennis after the 2023 Roland Garros tournament. The 38-year-old Frenchman has enjoyed a successful career, winning 16 ATP Tour titles, including the 2022 Auckland Open. Gasquet has also achieved notable success in Grand Slams, reaching

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England Crush Pakistan with Record-Breaking Partnership in Multan

Pakistan's hopes of salvaging the Multan Test against England dwindled further as the visitors piled on a mammoth 823/7d in their first innings, leaving the hosts with a daunting task to avoid a crushing defeat. Despite posting a formidable 556 in their first innings, Pakistan's

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Machac Stuns Alcaraz, Sets Up Sinner Semifinal in Shanghai

The Shanghai Masters quarterfinals witnessed a stunning upset as Tomas Machac, the unheralded Czech, dethroned world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, 7-6 (5), 7-5. This remarkable victory halted Alcaraz's 12-match winning streak, which included a thrilling triumph over Jannik Sinner in Beijing. Machac's triumph

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Nathan Lyon's Bushwhacking Adventure: A Lost Ball and a Hilarious Search

Nathan Lyon's Bushwhacking Adventure: A Lost Ball and a Hilarious Search During a Sheffield Shield match between New South Wales and South Australia, Australian star bowler Nathan Lyon found himself on an unexpected mission: searching for a lost ball in the bushes. The incident occurred when a batter

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West Indies Bowl First Against Bangladesh in Women's T20 World Cup Clash

West Indies Opt to Bowl First Against Bangladesh in Crucial Women's T20 World Cup Clash In a pivotal Women's T20 World Cup encounter in Sharjah on Thursday, West Indies captain Hayley Matthews elected to field first after winning the toss. Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana had expressed

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Mumbai Begins Ranji Title Defense Against Baroda at New Stadium

Mumbai, the defending Ranji Trophy champions, will begin their title defense against Baroda at the newly constructed Vadodara International Cricket Stadium. Despite the absence of Musheer Khan and Tushar Deshpande, who played crucial roles in Mumbai's victory last season, the team remains a formidable opponent. Shreyas Iyer'

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Federer Pays Tribute to Retiring Rival Nadal: "An Important Part of My Life"

Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer has paid a heartfelt tribute to his long-time rival and 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal, who recently announced his retirement from the sport. Federer, who retired two years ago with 20 Grand Slam titles to his name, expressed his admiration for Nadal's

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Australia Aim for 14th Straight T20 World Cup Win Against Pakistan

Australia vs Pakistan: Green and Gold Aim for 14th Consecutive T20 World Cup Win Dubai, 6pm local time Australia, the reigning T20 World Cup champions, will face Pakistan in a highly anticipated clash on Friday. The match will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with the first ball

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Basit Ali Praises India's T20I Performance, Urges Pakistan to Learn

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has lauded the Indian cricket team's performance in the second T20I against Bangladesh, highlighting the team's temperament and the foresight of the coaching staff. India's young talent Nitish Reddy shone with both bat and ball, scoring a half-century and

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Zheng Qinwen Mourns Retirement of Tennis Icon Rafael Nadal

Zheng Qinwen Pays Tribute to Retiring Rafael Nadal WUHAN, China - Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen expressed shock and sadness upon learning of Rafael Nadal's retirement announcement. "It's a shock news for me," Zheng said at a press conference during the Dongfeng Voyah Wuhan

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Eoin Morgan Hails India as One of the 'Greatest' Test Teams in Home Conditions

Former England captain Eoin Morgan has hailed the current Indian cricket team as one of the "greatest" in their own conditions, citing their remarkable home record. India has won 18 consecutive Test series on home soil, a feat unmatched by any other team in history. Morgan, who was

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Legspinner Abrar Ahmed Hospitalized During England Test

Legspinner Abrar Ahmed, who has been a key figure in Pakistan's recent Test resurgence, is currently undergoing treatment in a Multan hospital after falling ill during the ongoing first Test against England. Abrar, who bowled 31 overs on day three of the match, complained of a high fever

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Rafael Nadal Retires: The End of an Era in Tennis

Rafael Nadal, the legendary tennis icon, announced his retirement at the age of 38, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Known as the "King of Clay," Nadal's dominance extended beyond the red courts, as he amassed an astonishing 22 Grand Slam titles, the most by

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WA Batters Resist Queensland Rally to Keep Shield Hopes Alive

Western Australia's hopes of extending their Sheffield Shield dominance were boosted by a resilient batting display on day three against Queensland. Despite losing Cameron Bancroft for a duck, Mitchell Marsh and Hilton Cartwright steadied the ship with an unbroken 59-run partnership. After gaining a 98-run lead, WA stumbled

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Tamburlini Leads Strong Field for Women's Indian Open 2024

The Women's Indian Open 2024, scheduled for October 24-27 at the DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram, promises an exciting showdown between the world's top female golfers and a formidable Indian contingent. Leading the charge is Chiara Tamburlini, the current Ladies European Tour (LET) Order

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New York Lions Edge Texas Gladiators in NCL Sixty Strikes Thriller

The National Cricket League (NCL) Sixty Strikes witnessed another thrilling encounter in Match no 11, where the New York Lions emerged victorious over the Texas Gladiators by a narrow margin of four runs. Batting first, the New York Lions posted a competitive total of 116/8 in their allotted 10

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Nitish Reddy Credits Team for Fearless Cricket in India's T20I Victory

Nitish Reddy, the promising Indian all-rounder, has credited the team management for giving him the freedom to play fearless cricket after his impressive performance in the second T20I against Bangladesh. The 21-year-old Andhra native played a pivotal role in India's victory, smashing a 34-ball 74 and claiming 2/

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Rohit Sharma's IPL Future Uncertain, Harbhajan Predicts Bidding War

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is gearing up for its 2025 mega auction, and all eyes are on Mumbai Indians (MI) as they finalize their retentions. Former MI captain Rohit Sharma's future with the franchise is uncertain, and his potential availability in the auction pool has sparked speculation.

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India Backed to Secure Hat-Trick of Test Series Wins in Australia

Former Indian cricketer and selector Jatin Paranjape has expressed confidence in Team India's ability to secure a hat-trick of Test series wins in Australia. Paranjape believes that under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, India will continue their dominance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and defeat Australia for the third

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England's Root and Brook Smash World Record Partnership in Multan

England's relentless dominance against Pakistan continued on Day 4 of the Multan Test, as they etched their name in the history books with a world-record partnership. Joe Root and Harry Brook forged an unprecedented 454-run stand for the fourth wicket, shattering the previous record of 449 set by