Cricket

Rohit Sharma Questioned for Not Using Jadeja Against Left-Handers

Former India batsman Sanjay Manjrekar has raised concerns over Rohit Sharma's reluctance to utilize Ravindra Jadeja against left-handed batsmen early in matches. Manjrekar cited Jadeja's impressive record against former England captain Alastair Cook as evidence of his effectiveness against left-handers. During the rain-shortened opening day of

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Mayank Yadav Included in NCA Camp, Could Travel with India for NZ Tests

The national selectors have included promising pacer Mayank Yadav in a special camp at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) ahead of the T20I series against Bangladesh starting October 6. The camp is limited to a few players, including Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag, and Abhishek Sharma. Mayank, a 21-year-old from Delhi,

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India vs Bangladesh Test: Rain Threatens Second Day's Play

India vs Bangladesh Live Score: Rain Threatens Second Day's Play The second day of the second and final Test between India and Bangladesh at Green Park in Kanpur is under threat of rain, with the weather forecast predicting more showers throughout the day. This is a major concern

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England Crush Australia by 186 Runs in Lord's ODI Thriller

England's resurgence in the ODI series against Australia continued at Lord's, where they annihilated the visitors by 186 runs in a rain-shortened match. The hosts' batting onslaught, led by Harry Brook and Liam Livingstone, set the stage for a dominant victory, while Matthew Potts'

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Mitchell Starc's Nightmare Returns as Livingstone Equals Rohit's ODI Record

Mitchell Starc's nightmare at Lord's on Friday was a chilling reminder of the brutal onslaught he endured at the hands of Rohit Sharma during the T20 World Cup earlier this year. In the fourth ODI between Australia and England, Starc was subjected to a relentless assault

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Leicestershire and Derbyshire Battle in Rain-Hit County Championship Clash

Leicestershire and Derbyshire finally took to the field on day three of their Vitality County Championship clash after two days of rain delays. With Derbyshire's relegation to Division Two already confirmed, the match held little significance beyond local pride. Leicestershire opener Sol Budinger seized the opportunity to shine,

Football

India's U20 Football Team Loses Narrowly to Iran in AFC Qualifiers

India's U20 football team put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short against four-time champions Iran in their second group match of the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers. Despite holding their formidable opponents at bay for most of the contest, India conceded a late goal in the

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Kamindu Mendis Matches Bradman's Record, Sri Lanka Dominates New Zealand

Kamindu Mendis has etched his name into the annals of cricket history, becoming the joint third-fastest player to reach the coveted milestone of 1,000 test runs. His remarkable achievement came during the second test against New Zealand in Galle, where Sri Lanka tightened its grip on the match. Mendis&

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Indian Match Officials Lakshmi and Rathi Appointed for Women's T20 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced an all-female panel of 13 match officials for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates from October 3 to 20. Among the appointed officials are two Indian representatives: match referee G.S. Lakshmi

Tennis

Wimbledon Expansion Plan Approved, Set to Enhance Tennis Infrastructure

Wimbledon Expansion Plan Approved, Set to Transform Tennis Landscape London's Greater London Authority has granted approval to the All England Club's ambitious plans to expand the Wimbledon site with 39 new tennis courts, including an 8,000-seat show court with a retractable roof. The expansion will

Football

Borja Herrera Hat-Trick Powers FC Goa to First ISL Win

Borja Herrera's scintillating hat-trick propelled FC Goa to a thrilling 3-2 victory over East Bengal in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Salt Lake Stadium on Friday. The win marked Goa's first triumph of the season, while East Bengal suffered their second consecutive defeat. Goa

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Yorkshire on Verge of Division One Promotion as Northamptonshire Falter

Northamptonshire's hopes of securing a top-four finish in Division Two of the Vitality County Championship took a significant blow on day two of their clash with Yorkshire at Headingley. Yorkshire, on the other hand, moved to the brink of promotion to Division One with a dominant bowling performance

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Caroline Garcia Withdraws from Season to Prioritize Mental Health

Caroline Garcia, the former world No. 4, has announced her decision to sit out the remainder of the 2024 season to prioritize her mental health. In a lengthy message posted on social media, Garcia revealed that she has been struggling with a "toxic mindset" that has hindered her

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Glamorgan Batting Dominates Gloucestershire on Day Two

Glamorgan's batting prowess was on full display at Sophia Gardens as they amassed an impressive 283 for 4 against Gloucestershire on day two of their County Championship clash. Despite a frustrating day of no action on day one due to rain, the home side made up for lost

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McCann's Century Rescues Notts in Relegation Battle

Nottinghamshire's Freddie McCann emerged as a beacon of hope for the relegation-threatened side, scoring a magnificent 130 to guide his team to a respectable 324 for 6 against Warwickshire at Trent Bridge. The match resumed after a day's abandonment due to rain, with 110 overs lost

Football

Dorielton's Double Delivers First Win for Forca Kochi

Forca Kochi Triumphs with Dorielton's Heroics In a thrilling encounter at the Nehru Stadium, Forca Kochi FC secured its first victory in the Super League Kerala, thanks to the brilliance of Brazilian forward Dorielton Gomes. The first half belonged to Thiruvananthapuram Kombans, who dominated possession and created numerous

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Franchise Cricket Empowers Lower-Ranked Nations in Cricket Development

Zimbabwe's T20 skipper Sikandar Raza has highlighted the transformative impact of franchise cricket on the development of players from lower-ranked nations. Despite limited opportunities to compete against top-tier teams, franchise leagues have provided a platform for these players to learn from and collaborate with elite cricketers. Raza, who

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Inglis Booed at Lord's for Controversial Catch Claim

Australian Wicketkeeper Josh Inglis Booed at Lord's for Controversial Catch Claim During the fourth ODI between Australia and England at Lord's, Australian wicketkeeper Josh Inglis faced a chorus of boos from the crowd after claiming a controversial catch. In the 17th over of England's

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TKR Navigates Challenges, Uncovers New Talent in CPL 2024

Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR), the perennial favorites in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), have faced a challenging season in CPL 2024. Despite injuries to key players like Dwayne Bravo, Sunil Narine, and Andre Russell, captain Kieron Pollard remains optimistic. TKR has won five of their eight matches, placing them fourth

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Ahmed Shehzad Slams PCB for Excluding Kamran Ghulam from England Test Squad

Pakistan's veteran batter Ahmed Shehzad has expressed outrage over the exclusion of domestic stalwart Kamran Ghulam from the team for the first Test against England. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-man squad for the series opener in Multan on October 7, but Ghulam was conspicuously absent.

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Dhoni's Stylish Bike Ride Sparks IPL Speculation

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the former Indian cricket captain, has sparked a frenzy on social media with a viral video showcasing his laid-back style. The video captures Dhoni riding a bike in slippers, executing a stylish U-turn with effortless flair. Dhoni's return to Ranchi after a rejuvenating vacation in

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Cameron Green's Back Injury Raises Concerns for Australia's Home Summer

Cameron Green's back injury has cast a shadow over Australia's ODI series against England and raised concerns about his availability for the upcoming home summer. The allrounder was ruled out of the final two ODIs after scans revealed soreness following the third match in Durham. Green&

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Sri Lanka Dominate Day Two in Galle, New Zealand in Dire Straits

New Zealand's nightmare continued on day two in Galle as Sri Lanka piled on a mammoth 296 runs for the loss of just two wickets. Despite New Zealand's valiant efforts, their bowlers toiled fruitlessly for over 124 overs, with only Glenn Phillips managing to create any

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India Favored to Win Women's T20 World Cup, Says Five-Time Champion Jonassen

Five-time Women's T20 World Cup champion Jess Jonassen believes India is the frontrunner for the upcoming tournament due to their depth, versatility, and familiarity with the spin-friendly UAE pitches. Jonassen, who missed out on Australia's squad for this edition, also highlighted England and Sri Lanka as

Others

Eiffel Tower Regains Familiar Form, Olympic Rings Debate Continues

The Eiffel Tower, an iconic symbol of Paris, has regained its familiar appearance after workers removed the Olympic rings that adorned it during the 2024 Summer Games. However, the debate over the rings' future continues, with Mayor Anne Hidalgo proposing their return as a tribute to the successful Olympics.