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India Eyes Group Supremacy in SAFF Women's Championship Clash with Bangladesh

India, having secured a semifinal berth, will face Bangladesh in their final Group A match of the SAFF Women's Championship in Kathmandu on Wednesday. For Bangladesh, this is a crucial encounter, as a win would secure them the group title, while a loss would send Pakistan to the

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Labuschagne Challenges Kohli with 135 kmph Bouncer Threat

Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne has thrown down a playful challenge to Indian captain Virat Kohli ahead of the upcoming Test series between the two nations. Labuschagne, known for his exceptional batting skills, has hinted that he may surprise Kohli with his bowling prowess. In an interview with Australian channel Channel

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Matteo Berrettini Rediscovers Joy in Tennis After Injury and Illness

Matteo Berrettini, the former Wimbledon finalist, has rediscovered his passion for tennis after a challenging year marked by illness and injury. The Italian star, who began his 2023 season in March, endured a two-month setback due to an illness that threatened to derail his progress. However, Berrettini persevered through the

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Kane Williamson Only Player Matching Joe Root's Exceptional Form, Says Alastair Cook

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes that New Zealand's Kane Williamson is the only player who can match the exceptional form of Joe Root at present. Root, along with Virat Kohli and Steven Smith, forms the 'Fab Four' of Test cricket. However, Root has consistently outperformed

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Rishabh Pant Expected to Keep Wickets in Second Test Against New Zealand

Ahead of the crucial second Test against New Zealand in Pune, India's assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate has provided an update on the fitness of star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. Doeschate expressed optimism that Pant will be fit to keep wickets in the upcoming match. "He was having

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KL Rahul's Place in Indian Team Under Scrutiny After Poor Test Performance

KL Rahul's poor performance in the first Test against New Zealand has put his place in the Indian team under scrutiny. The 32-year-old scored 0 and 12 in the two innings, and his struggles in the middle order contributed to India's collapse in both essays and

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South Africa's Interim Coach Unsure of Future After World Cup Final

South Africa's interim coach, Dillon du Preez, has guided the team to the final of the Women's T20 World Cup, but his future in the role remains uncertain. Du Preez, who took over from Hilton Moreeng in May, has expressed reservations about continuing due to his

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Shubman Gill Returns to Boost India's Batting for Second New Zealand Test

Shubman Gill's return to the Indian Test squad for the second match against New Zealand has boosted the team's morale after their disappointing loss in the first Test. Gill, who missed the Bengaluru Test due to an injury, is expected to play a crucial role in

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Carey's Century Puts South Australia in Command Against Queensland

South Australia's Test wicketkeeper Alex Carey has continued his impressive form with an unbeaten century against Queensland in the Sheffield Shield clash at Allan Border Field. Carey's 123 not out from 163 deliveries has put South Australia in a commanding position, leading by 358 runs with

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England Field Three Spinners on Doctored Rawalpindi Pitch

England's spin trio of Rehan Ahmed, Shoaib Bashir, and Jack Leach will take on Pakistan's spinners on a Rawalpindi pitch that has been prepared to favor the home team's slow bowlers. The move is a gamble, as it leaves England with only two fast-bowling

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Cummins Targets Pant as India's 'X-Factor' in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins has identified Rishabh Pant as India's "X-factor" in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Cummins acknowledged Pant's exceptional performance in Australia during the previous series, highlighting his unpredictable nature and ability to entertain with his on-field antics. Cummins

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International Hockey Returns to Delhi with India-Germany Series

International hockey returns to New Delhi after a decade-long hiatus as India, the Olympic bronze medalists, face off against world champions Germany in a two-Test bilateral series starting Wednesday. The matches, to be held at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, mark a significant revival for the sport in the

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Joe Root Poised to Surpass Sachin Tendulkar as Test Cricket's Leading Run-Scorer

Joe Root's remarkable Test career has reached new heights, with the former England captain surpassing Alastair Cook as his country's leading run-scorer. Cook, who witnessed Root's historic achievement in Multan, Pakistan, expressed his admiration and belief that Root has the potential to become the

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India's Batting Woes Continue in Embarrassing Test Loss to New Zealand

India's Test woes continued as they suffered a humiliating eight-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the first Test at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Despite a valiant fightback in their second innings, India's poor batting display in the first innings proved costly. After being bundled

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Cummins Vows to Reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy from India

Australian skipper Pat Cummins is determined to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from India in the upcoming five-match Test series, which begins on November 22 in Perth. Cummins acknowledges that Australia has struggled against India in recent Test series, but he is confident that his team can turn things around on

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Alastair Cook Praises England's 'Bazball' Revolution in Test Cricket

Former England opener Alastair Cook, recently inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, has lauded the aggressive and boundary-pushing approach of the current England Test team under captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum. Cook believes that the team's "Bazball" brand of cricket is unprecedented in

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Victoria Close in on Sheffield Shield Victory as NSW Falter

New South Wales' hopes of victory in their Sheffield Shield clash against Victoria dwindled on day three as they were left chasing an improbable 383 runs with just four wickets in hand. Despite a valiant six-wicket haul from Mitchell Starc, the Blues were left reeling at 185 for 6

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Cricket Excluded from 2026 Commonwealth Games Due to Budget Cuts

The 2026 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Glasgow will not feature cricket, marking its absence from the quadrennial event. This decision has raised questions about the future of cricket in multi-sport competitions. The CWG Federation has cited budgetary constraints as the primary reason for the exclusion of cricket and other sports

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Washington Sundar Added to India Squad for Remaining Tests Against New Zealand

After suffering a disappointing eight-wicket defeat in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, Team India has made a strategic change by adding Washington Sundar to their squad for the remaining two Tests. Sundar, a right-arm off-spinner and left-handed batsman, was not initially included in the squad or even

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Mohammed Shami Pain-Free, Set to Return for Border Gavaskar Trophy

Mohammed Shami, India's premier fast bowler, is back in action after undergoing heel surgery earlier this year. The 34-year-old has been pain-free since the procedure and is eager to regain his sharpness ahead of the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy tour of Australia. Shami has not played for the

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Mohammed Shami Confirms Knee Recovery, Targets Australia Series

India's upcoming Test series against New Zealand serves as a crucial preparation for the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar series against Australia. The five-match Test series in Australia, commencing on November 22, will pose significant challenges for the Indian team. However, Rohit Sharma and his squad remain confident, buoyed by

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Commonwealth Games 2026: Key Sports Dropped, India's Medal Hopes Dented

Commonwealth Games 2026: Key Sports Dropped, Dealing Blow to India's Medal Hopes In a significant setback for India's aspirations at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, host city Glasgow has announced a revised roster of 10 disciplines, excluding key sports such as hockey, badminton, wrestling, cricket, and shooting.

Tennis

Dominic Thiem's Farewell: A Legacy of Grand Slam Glory and Unforgettable Moments

Dominic Thiem, the beloved Austrian tennis star, is bidding farewell to his illustrious career at the Vienna Open this week. As he prepares for his final tournament, let's delve into the remarkable achievements that have defined his journey: Thiem's crowning glory came at the 2020 US

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South Africa Extend Lead to 137 Runs on Day 2 of Dhaka Test

South Africa's batters faced a challenging first evening on a turning pitch in Dhaka, but Kyle Verreynne and Wiaan Mulder's resilient partnership of 32 guided them through without further damage. However, the pitch seemed to settle overnight, allowing Verreynne and Mulder to consolidate their position and

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Mitchell Starc's Six-Wicket Haul Signals Strong Return for Australia

Mitchell Starc, Australia's premier fast bowler, made a triumphant return to first-class cricket on Monday, claiming six wickets for New South Wales against Victoria in Melbourne. Starc's impressive performance marks his successful re-entry into the game after a brief hiatus and bodes well for Australian cricket.