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India's Test Season: England Series Could Be Kohli's Last

The Indian cricket team embarks on a grueling Test season, with a packed schedule that includes a three-Test series against New Zealand, a tour of Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and a five-match series against England in 2025. India's last Test series victory in England came in 2007,

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Sunil Chhetri Urges Players to Avoid Controversies, Backs Anwar Ali

Former Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri has expressed his support for defender Anwar Ali, who recently faced a four-month ban for contract violations. Chhetri urged players to avoid controversies and focus on their performance. Ali's ban stemmed from his termination of a contract with Mohun Bagan and subsequent

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Mudassar Nazar: Virat Kohli a Legend, Babar Azam Still Has to Prove Himself

Former Pakistan opener Mudassar Nazar has hailed Virat Kohli as one of the greatest cricketers in history, dismissing comparisons between the Indian superstar and Pakistan's Babar Azam. Nazar's comments come amidst Babar's recent resignation as Pakistan's white-ball captain and the ongoing turmoil

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Kaif Urges RCB to Acquire Rohit Sharma as Captain for IPL 2025

Former Indian cricketer Mohammed Kaif has suggested that Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) should consider acquiring Rohit Sharma as their captain ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. Kaif's proposal stems from the recent announcement of IPL's retention and auction rules, as well as rumors

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IOA President PT Usha Calls Special Meeting to Address Controversial Issues

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha has called for a Special General Meeting (SGM) on October 25 to address pressing issues that have divided the organization. The meeting will focus on the contentious appointment of CEO Raghuram Iyer, allegations of corruption against treasurer Sahdev Yadav, and the eligibility of

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Rohit Sharma's World Cup Triumph Transforms His Life

Indian cricket legend Rohit Sharma's recent remarks in Marathi have ignited excitement among fans. Speaking at an event in Rashin, Maharashtra, Rohit expressed how winning the 2024 T20 World Cup has profoundly impacted his life. "Our big goal was to win the World Cup, after winning the

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Mary Kom Stresses Weight Management Responsibility, Questions India's Boxing Performance

Six-time world champion boxer M C Mary Kom has weighed in on the controversy surrounding wrestler Vinesh Phogat's Olympic heartbreak, emphasizing the importance of weight management as an athlete's responsibility. Mary Kom, who is India's only woman boxer with an Olympic medal, expressed disappointment

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Babar Azam Resigns as Pakistan White-Ball Captain After Critical Report

Babar Azam Relinquishes White-Ball Captaincy Amidst Critical Report and Lack of Support Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam has stepped down as captain of the national white-ball teams following a critical report submitted by head coach Gary Kirsten and a perceived lack of support from the Pakistan Cricket Board

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MS Dhoni Unlikely to Seek Top Retention for CSK, Says Ajay Jadeja

MS Dhoni's Future with CSK: Jadeja Believes Icon Unlikely to Seek Top Retention Former India all-rounder Ajay Jadeja has expressed his belief that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) icon MS Dhoni has no desire to be retained as the top pick ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL)

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Zaheer Abbas Calls for Babar Azam's Removal from Pakistan Team

Legendary Pakistani batter Zaheer Abbas has joined the chorus of former cricketers and pundits calling for the removal of Babar Azam from the national team. Abbas's criticism stems from Azam's underwhelming performances as both a batter and captain in recent major tournaments, including the 2023 Cricket

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Lancashire Retain Chris Green, Northamptonshire Re-Sign Matthew Breetzke

Lancashire Cricket Club has secured the services of Australian all-rounder Chris Green for the next two seasons of the Vitality T20 Blast. Green, 31, played a pivotal role in Lancashire's successful Blast campaign this summer, emerging as their leading wicket-taker with 14 scalps. His contributions helped the club

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Abhimanyu Easwaran's Century Boosts Test Debut Hopes

Abhimanyu Easwaran, the talented right-handed batsman from Bengal, has strengthened his case for a Test debut with a magnificent century for Rest of India against Mumbai in the Irani Cup. Easwaran, who replaced Ruturaj Gaikwad in India's squad for the two-match Test series against South Africa last year,

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Babar Azam Resigns as Pakistan White-Ball Captain Amidst Criticism

Former Pakistan pacer Sikander Bakht has vehemently criticized Babar Azam's decision to step down as the captain of the white-ball team. Bakht believes that Babar should have resigned immediately after Pakistan's humiliating exit from the T20 World Cup in June. Pakistan's failure to qualify

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IPL 2025 Auction: Mumbai Indians Face Retention Dilemma

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction is set to be a pivotal event for all 10 franchises. With a mega auction on the horizon, teams must carefully consider their retention strategies to build competitive squads. According to the BCCI, franchises can retain a maximum of six players, either through

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Bangladesh Triumph in Women's T20 World Cup Opener Against Scotland

Scotland vs Bangladesh: Bangladesh Opt to Bat First in Women's T20 World Cup Opener In the inaugural match of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana elected to bat first after winning the toss against Scotland at the Sharjah International Cricket Stadium. Scotland,

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Tabraiz Shamsi Opts Out of South Africa Contract for T20 League Freedom

South African left-arm wristspinner Tabraiz Shamsi has made a significant decision to opt out of his national contract with Cricket South Africa (CSA), effective immediately. This move allows him to become a free agent and participate more freely in T20 leagues worldwide without being bound by South African obligations. Shamsi&

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Bangladesh to Kick Off Women's T20 World Cup Journey Against Scotland

Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana, will embark on their Women's T20 World Cup 2024 journey against Scotland in the tournament opener on Thursday, October 3. The match will be played at the Sharjah International Cricket Stadium, commencing at 3:30 PM IST. Bangladesh, who recently lost to Sri

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Rohit Sharma Defends Aggressive Approach in Bangladesh Test Victory

Rohit Sharma, India's captain, has expressed confidence in his decision-making abilities, as evidenced by his team's recent Test match victory against Bangladesh. Despite losing over 220 overs due to weather, India secured a seven-wicket win by adopting an aggressive approach. Sharma believes that his experience has

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Harbhajan Singh: India Faces Tough Challenge in Women's T20 World Cup

India's World Cup-winning spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed his concerns about the challenges that the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team will face in the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The tournament, which begins on Thursday in the UAE, will see India placed

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Sachin Tendulkar's Heartbreaking Heroics in the 1999 Chennai Test

Sachin Tendulkar's Heartbreaking Heroics: The Chennai Test of 1999 In the annals of cricket history, Sachin Tendulkar's performances against Pakistan stand as some of the most unforgettable moments. His battles with Pakistan's formidable bowling attack, featuring legends like Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and Shoaib

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Babar Azam Resigns as Pakistan's Limited-Overs Captain

Pakistan cricket has been plunged into further turmoil after Babar Azam announced his resignation as captain of the limited-overs format. The decision comes after a string of disappointing performances, including an embarrassing defeat to the USA in the T20 World Cup. Azam's resignation has been met with mixed

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Vinesh Phogat Accused of Omitting Uncle's Name in Thank You Note

Vinesh Phogat, a former Indian wrestler, has once again faced accusations of omitting her uncle Mahavir Phogat's name from her "thank you" note following her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024. Phogat qualified for the 50kg final but was disqualified for being 100gm overweight before the

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Captains' Day Sets Stage for Thrilling ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 kicked off with a grand Captains' Day at the Dubai International Stadium, bringing together the leaders of all 10 participating teams. The event marked the beginning of the ninth edition of the tournament, which promises to be a thrilling spectacle

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India Eyes Strong Start in Women's T20 World Cup Opener Against New Zealand

India's women's cricket team faces a crucial opening match against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup on Friday, October 4, 2024. The match holds immense significance as India aims to erase the memories of past near-misses and secure a strong start in their quest for

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Pakistan's Miraculous One-Wicket Victory: A Test Match for the Ages

Pakistan's Miraculous One-Wicket Victory: A Thrilling Test Match Finish The inaugural Test match between Pakistan and Australia in Karachi in 1994 etched itself into cricket history as one of the most exhilarating finishes ever witnessed. Pakistan, chasing a daunting target of 315, found themselves on the brink of