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Travis Head Signs with Adelaide Strikers for Limited BBL Stint

Travis Head, Australia's versatile all-format player, has signed a one-year deal to return to the Adelaide Strikers for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) season. However, his hectic international schedule will limit his availability to a maximum of three games. Head, 30, captained the Strikers to the BBL

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Pakistan Set England Daunting Target in Multan Test

Pakistan's valiant efforts on day three of the second Test against England in Multan have set the stage for a thrilling finish. After conceding a 75-run first-innings lead, Pakistan's second innings looked in jeopardy at 156 for 8. However, a crucial 65-run partnership between Agha Salman

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Pakistan Cricket in Crisis: PCB Shake-Up Amid Concerns from Gautam Gambhir

Pakistan's recent struggles in Test cricket, coupled with early exits from the last ODI and T20 World Cups, have raised concerns about the management of the sport by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the development of domestic talent. Despite a promising performance in the ongoing second Test

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Alyssa Healy's Plantar Fascia Injury Rules Her Out of T20 World Cup Semi-Final

Alyssa Healy's absence from Australia's T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa was a major blow to the team's hopes of retaining their title. The captain revealed that she had suffered a ruptured plantar fascia in her foot, an injury that prevented her from

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Tamil Nadu Eyes Victory in Crucial Ranji Trophy Clash Against Delhi

Tamil Nadu's Ranji Trophy campaign has begun with a strong start, as they prepare to face Delhi in the second round of the tournament. Despite the absence of key players like R. Sai Kishore and Washington Sundar, the team remains confident in their ability to secure a victory.

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Rublev Wins 40th Match of the Year, Extends Decade-Long Consistency Streak

Andrey Rublev, the world's seventh-ranked tennis player, has made a winning start to his BNP Paribas Nordic Open campaign in Stockholm. The Russian defeated France's Alexandre Muller in his opening match, 6-4, 6-1. Rublev's victory marks his 40th win of the year, continuing a

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South Africa reach T20 World Cup final with eight-wicket win over Australia

South Africa's women's cricket team has reached the final of the T20 World Cup after a convincing eight-wicket victory over Australia in the semi-final on Thursday. The Proteas, who lost to Australia in the final of the previous edition of the tournament, avenged that defeat with

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ECB Excludes Transgender Women from Elite Domestic Cricket

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced a new eligibility policy for transgender women in elite domestic cricket, aligning with the International Cricket Council's (ICC) stance. Transgender women who have gone through male puberty will be excluded from Tiers 1 and 2 of the ECB'

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KL Rahul Favored Over Shubman Gill for India's Opening Role in Rohit Sharma's Absence

With India's Test captain Rohit Sharma likely to miss the first one or two matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the team is faced with the task of finding a suitable replacement. While Jasprit Bumrah is the frontrunner for the captaincy role, the search for an opening batter is

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Bengal Aims for Full Points Against Bihar in Ranji Trophy Group-C Clash

Bengal will face Bihar in a Ranji Trophy Group-C match at the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) Academy ground in Kolkata, starting Friday. The hosts will be keen to secure full points after a positive start against Uttar Pradesh in their opening match. Despite the absence of pacer Akash Deep

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Mumbai-Maharashtra Derby Reignites at New Venue

The Maharashtra Derby, a storied rivalry in Indian domestic cricket, is set to be reignited at a new venue - the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy ground - in the heart of a business hub. Mumbai, the defending Ranji Trophy champions, will face off against Maharashtra in a crucial match that

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Pakistan Eyes Historic Home Test Win as England Faces Tough Chase

Pakistan's Salman Agha has expressed his determination to secure a historic home Test victory against England in Multan, as the hosts seek to level the series. With England needing 261 runs to win and Pakistan requiring eight wickets, the match is poised for an exciting conclusion. After suffering

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BCB Terminates Chandika Hathurusinghe as Bangladesh Head Coach for Misconduct

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Terminates Chandika Hathurusinghe as Head Coach Two days after suspending Chandika Hathurusinghe, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has terminated his contract as the national team's head coach. The decision was made on the grounds of misconduct and breach of employment terms. BCB President Faruque

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Richa Ghosh to Miss India's ODI Series Against New Zealand for Board Exams

Wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh, a rising star in Indian cricket, will miss the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand to prioritize her academic commitments. The 21-year-old, who has been a regular member of India's international teams since her debut in 2020, will sit for her class 12 board exams

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South Africa Bowl First in Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final Rematch

In a highly anticipated rematch of the 2023 Women's T20 World Cup final, South Africa elected to bowl first after winning the toss against Australia in the first semi-final of the 2024 edition. The match, played at a pitch with minimal grass cover, marked the absence of Australian

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West Indies Opt to Bat First in Second T20I Against Sri Lanka

In the second T20I of the three-match series, West Indies captain Rovman Powell opted to bat first after winning the toss at the Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. Both teams anticipated significant turn on the pitch, with Powell estimating a par score of 145-150. Sri Lanka skipper Charith Asalanka concurred with

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Sourav Ganguly Appointed Director of Cricket for JSW Sports

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has been appointed as the Director of Cricket for JSW Sports, a leading sports management company in India. Ganguly's role will encompass all cricketing properties owned by JSW Sports, including the Delhi Capitals franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Women&

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Delhi Capitals Appoint Hemang Badani as Head Coach, Venugopal Rao as Director of Cricket

Delhi Capitals, the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, has appointed former India cricketers Hemang Badani and Venugopal Rao as head coach and director of cricket, respectively. The announcement was made on Thursday ahead of the 2025 IPL season. Badani, 47, brings a wealth of coaching experience to the role. He

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Punjab Kings Retain Support Staff, James Hopes Set to Join as Fast Bowling Coach

Punjab Kings, under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Ricky Ponting, have decided to retain the majority of their support staff for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. The only anticipated addition is fast bowling coach James Hopes, who previously worked with Ponting at Delhi Capitals. Ponting, who signed a

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Sri Lanka Level T20I Series with Convincing Win Over West Indies

After a disappointing loss in the opening match, Sri Lanka displayed resilience and determination to level the three-match T20I series against West Indies with a convincing 73-run victory in the second game. West Indies, who won the toss and elected to bat first, struggled to gain momentum throughout their innings.

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New Zealand Dominate Bengaluru Test, India Collapse to Record Low

New Zealand Dominate Day 2 of Bengaluru Test, India Collapse to Dismal 46 New Zealand seized control of the rain-affected opening Test against India in Bengaluru, finishing Day 2 with a commanding 134-run lead. Opener Devon Conway's brilliant 91 anchored the Kiwis' response to India's

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Iga Swiatek Hires Wim Fissette as New Coach Ahead of WTA Finals

Iga Swiatek, the world's top-ranked women's tennis player, has appointed Wim Fissette as her new coach. The partnership will officially commence at the upcoming WTA Finals in Fort Worth, Texas, where Swiatek will defend her title. Swiatek's decision to hire Fissette follows her split

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Ashwin's Stunning Delivery Dismisses Conway, Shifts Momentum in India's Favor

Ashwin's Masterclass: Off-spinner Delivers Crucial Wicket in India vs. New Zealand Test On the second day of the first Test between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru, star Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin showcased his brilliance with a stunning delivery that dismissed well-set opener Devon Conway. Captain Rohit Sharma&

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Rishabh Pant Hobbles Off Field with Knee Injury

Rishabh Pant's Injury Raises Concerns for Team India Team India's hopes of a strong start to the Test series against New Zealand were dealt a blow on Thursday when wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant was forced to leave the field due to a knee injury. The incident occurred

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New Zealand and West Indies Clash in Thrilling Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final

New Zealand and West Indies Set for Thrilling Semi-Final Clash in Women's T20 World Cup Sharjah, United Arab Emirates - The stage is set for a captivating semi-final encounter between New Zealand and West Indies in the Women's T20 World Cup. Both teams have showcased impressive