Cricket

Younis Khan Slams Pakistan Captaincy, Babar Azam Dropped for Tests

Pakistan's Test woes continue to draw criticism from former players, with legendary batsman Younis Khan launching a scathing attack on the team's captain, Shan Masood. Younis, without naming Masood directly, questioned his leadership abilities, stating that he lacks the necessary qualities and was appointed primarily due

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Rahul Dravid Reunites with Team India Ahead of New Zealand Test

Former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid made a special appearance at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday, reuniting with captain Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Virat Kohli ahead of the first Test against New Zealand. Dravid's presence brought a sense of nostalgia and inspiration to the practice

Tennis

Tennis: Playing Against Weaker Opponents: An Opportunity for Growth

Tennis: Embracing the Opportunity to Improve Against Weaker Opponents In the competitive world of tennis, players strive to prove their worth against the best. However, it's crucial to recognize the value of playing against weaker opponents as an opportunity for growth and improvement. When facing a less skilled

Cricket

Bengal Openers Put Team in Driver's Seat Against Uttar Pradesh

Bengal's openers, Sudip Chatterjee and Abhimanyu Easwaran, put the team in a commanding position in their Ranji Trophy Group A clash against Uttar Pradesh. After Bengal gained a 19-run first-innings lead, Chatterjee and Easwaran capitalized on the momentum, guiding their side to a comfortable 141 for no loss

Cricket

India vs Australia: Crucial Clash for Semifinal Berth in Women's T20 World Cup

India vs Australia Live Score: India's Semifinal Hopes Hinge on Crucial Clash with Injury-Hit Australia India's Women's T20 World Cup campaign faces a pivotal test as they take on defending champions Australia in a must-win match in Sharjah. The match holds immense significance for

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Mahela Jayawardene Returns as Mumbai Indians Head Coach

Mahela Jayawardene Returns as Mumbai Indians Head Coach Former Sri Lankan captain Mahela Jayawardene has been reappointed as the head coach of the Mumbai Indians franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Jayawardene previously held the position from 2017 to 2022, leading the team to three IPL titles. After stepping

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England's Fast-Bowling Stocks on the Rise Ahead of Ashes Tour

England's fast-bowling stocks are on the rise, according to James Anderson, who believes the team is developing a "battery" of quicks ahead of next winter's Ashes tour. Anderson, who has been working as England's fast-bowling coach since his retirement in July, has

Cricket

New Zealand's World Cup Fate Hinges on Net Run-Rate Scenario

New Zealand's fate in the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals hangs in the balance once again, as they face a net run-rate scenario similar to their heartbreaks in 2014 and 2023. However, captain Sophie Devine remains unfazed, emphasizing their focus on controlling their own destiny. The

Cricket

Vlaeminck ruled out of T20 World Cup with shoulder injury

Australia's T20 World Cup campaign has suffered a major blow with the loss of fast bowler Tayla Vlaeminck for the remainder of the tournament. Vlaeminck dislocated her right shoulder while attempting to save a boundary in Australia's victory over Pakistan on Friday. The injury is a

Cricket

Cartwright's Heroics Lift WA to Thrilling One-Day Cup Victory

Western Australia's One-Day Cup title defense is back on track after a thrilling four-wicket victory over Queensland at the WACA Ground. Chasing 301, WA looked shaky at 149 for 6, but Hilton Cartwright's unbeaten 66 off 49 balls, including five fours and three sixes, guided them

Cricket

Washington Sundar Wins India's 'Impact Fielder' Award for T20I Series

Washington Sundar Wins India's 'Impact Fielder' Award for T20I Series Against Bangladesh Rising Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar has been recognized for his exceptional fielding skills, earning the India cricket team's 'Impact Fielder' Award for the recently concluded T20I series against Bangladesh. Sundar&

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Scotland Bat First in Historic Clash with England in Women's T20 World Cup

Scotland Opt to Bat First Against England in Women's T20 World Cup In a historic encounter, Scotland has chosen to bat first against England in the 17th match of the Women's T20 World Cup in Sharjah. This marks the first-ever meeting between the two nations in

Cricket

Cameron Green's Injury Opens Door for Cameron Bancroft's Test Recall

Cameron Green's injury has cast a shadow over Australia's preparations for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. The all-rounder's absence could pave the way for Cameron Bancroft's Test recall, according to former skipper Mark Taylor. Green has been ruled out of the

Football

IOA President Accuses AIFF Chief of Impersonation and Unauthorized Agenda

PT Usha, the esteemed president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), has raised grave concerns regarding the conduct of All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey. Usha alleges that Chaubey has "impersonated as the acting CEO of the IOA" and issued an "unauthorised agenda" for

Cricket

Sachin Tendulkar to Inspire Young Cricketers at NCL Finals Weekend

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar is set to inspire young athletes during his highly anticipated visit to Texas, where he will lead a special cricket clinic as part of the National Cricket League (NCL) finals weekend. The clinic, to be hosted at the University of Texas at Dallas, aims to motivate

Cricket

Pakistan's Pitches: A Nightmare for Bowlers, a Paradise for Batsmen

Pakistan's Pitches: A Graveyard for Bowlers, a Haven for Batsmen In 1980, Australian pace legend Dennis Lillee famously denounced a pitch in Pakistan as a "graveyard for bowlers." More than four decades later, little has changed. Lillee's frustration stemmed from a wicketless 21-over spell

Cricket

Rohit Sharma Prepares for New Zealand Tests, Quips on Six-Hitting Request

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has begun preparations for the upcoming three-match Test series against New Zealand, starting October 18. Rohit, who recently led India to a 2-0 Test series sweep over Bangladesh, was seen hitting the nets on Friday. In a hilarious interaction, Rohit responded to a question about

Cricket

Pakistan Cricket Team Faces Scathing Criticism After Humiliating Test Defeat

Pakistan's cricket team has come under fire from former batter Basit Ali following their humiliating defeat to England in the first Test of the three-match series in Multan. The loss marked Pakistan's sixth consecutive Test defeat, extending their winless streak to 10 matches in the format.

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England vs Scotland Live: Scotland Eyes Redemption in T20 World Cup Finale

England vs Scotland Live Score: Scotland Aims for Redemption in Final Match The Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between England and Scotland in Sharjah marks the first encounter between these two sides. Despite their lack of previous history, Scotland boasts a wealth of County Championship experience. Scotland,

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India Bags Three Medals at Asian Table Tennis Championships

India concluded their campaign at the Asian Table Tennis Championships with a historic haul of three medals, including a bronze in the women's doubles. The bronze medalists, Ayhika Mukherjee and Sutirtha Mukherjee, had previously stunned the reigning world champions from China at the Asian Games last year. However,

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Hardik Pandya's Heartwarming Gesture Wins Fans' Hearts

Hardik Pandya's Heartfelt Gesture Wins Admiration During India's T20I Triumph In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship, Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya paused during the third and final T20I against Bangladesh in Hyderabad to fulfill a young ball boy's request for a photograph. The incident occurred

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Pakistan to Reuse Pitch for Second Test Against England in Multan

Pakistan's decision to reuse the same pitch for the second Test against England in Multan has raised eyebrows, but the move is not without precedent. The International Cricket Council (ICC) requires only "the best possible pitch and outfield conditions" for Test matches, with no stipulations that

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Hardik Pandya's Resurgence Stuns Aakash Chopra in India's T20I Triumph

Hardik Pandya's Resurgence: Aakash Chopra Lauds All-Rounder's Performance in India's T20I Series Triumph Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has hailed Hardik Pandya's remarkable comeback in India's T20I series victory against Bangladesh. Pandya's stellar performances, both with bat and

Football

Farukh Choudhary Scores on India Return in 1-1 Draw with Vietnam

Farukh Choudhary's return to the Indian national team after a three-year absence was marked by a goal in a 1-1 draw against Vietnam in an international friendly. The midfielder's strike in the second half canceled out Vi Hao Bui's first-half opener for the hosts.

Cricket

Tilak Varma to Lead India A in Emerging Teams Asia Cup

Tilak Varma, a rising star in Indian cricket, has been appointed as the captain of India A for the upcoming Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup, scheduled to commence in Oman on October 18. Varma, who has already made his mark in international cricket with four ODI and