Cricket

Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir: A New Era for Indian Cricket

The Indian cricket team has embarked on a new era under the leadership of captain Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir. The duo, who were part of India's triumphant 2007 T20 World Cup campaign, are tasked with guiding the team to future glory. Rohit Sharma recently spoke about

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The Secret to a Killer Serve: Mastering the Tennis Toss

The Art of the Tennis Serve: Mastering the Toss for Success The serve is the cornerstone of tennis, and the toss is its pivotal element. Unlike any other motion in daily life, the serve requires a unique coordination of throwing and hitting. Determining the Minimum Toss Height To establish the

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Rohit Sharma Retires from T20Is, Cites Time for 'Other Things'

Rohit Sharma Explains Decision to Retire from T20Is: 'Time for Me to Move On' After leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup earlier this year, Rohit Sharma made the surprising decision to retire from the format in international cricket. While many believed he was still fit

Football

Manchester City Stumble, Arsenal Level on Points After Premier League Drama

Manchester City's title hopes suffered a setback as they were held to a 1-1 draw at Newcastle United, while Arsenal moved level on points with the champions after a dramatic 4-2 win over Leicester City. City's absence of star midfielder Rodri, who is out for the

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Dhoni to be Treated as 'Uncapped' Player in IPL 2025

MS Dhoni to be Treated as 'Uncapped' Player in IPL 2025 The Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council has announced significant rule changes for the 2025-27 cycle, including a new uncapped player rule that could pave the way for legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni to continue playing in

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Sussex on Verge of Division Two Title After Robson Century

Sussex's pursuit of the Division Two title took a significant step forward as they trailed Middlesex by 159 runs at the end of day three at Hove. Despite losing the first seven sessions to inclement weather, the match finally got underway at 12.40pm on day three. Sam

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Lees Century Gives Durham Edge in County Championship Clash

Durham's Alex Lees led the charge with a scintillating century as the hosts took control of their Vitality County Championship clash against Kent. Despite a valiant six-wicket haul from Matt Parkinson, Kent trail by 264 runs with seven wickets remaining. Lees, the Durham skipper, set the tone with

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Yorkshire Secure Promotion to Division One with Dominant Performance

Yorkshire secured their promotion back to Division One of the Vitality County Championship with a dominant performance against Northamptonshire at Headingley. Adam Lyth and James Wharton scored superb centuries, leading Yorkshire to a commanding lead of 224 runs. Yorkshire needed a maximum of 10 points to seal second place ahead

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IPL Governing Council Retains Impact Player Rule for 2025 Season

The Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council has decided to retain the controversial Impact Player rule for the 2025 season. Introduced in 2023, the rule allows teams to substitute a player from the starting lineup with a specialist batsman or bowler during the match. The decision was made at a

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Essex Batters Feast on Surrey as Elgar, Westley, and Critchley Score Centuries

Essex batters Dean Elgar, Tom Westley, and Matt Critchley dominated the third day of their match against Surrey at Chelmsford, piling up a mammoth 508 for 8 declared. The trio notched up centuries, leaving Surrey with a daunting task of chasing down a 478-run deficit. Elgar, despite an injured left

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Warwickshire Trail Nottinghamshire by 344 Runs, Relegation Looms

Warwickshire's hopes of avoiding relegation from the Vitality County Championship were dealt a blow as they trailed Nottinghamshire by 344 runs at the end of the third day at Trent Bridge. Nottinghamshire declared their first innings on 487, with Kyle Verreynne scoring an unbeaten 148 and Ben Duckett

Football

Cole Palmer Makes History with Four First-Half Goals in Chelsea Win

Cole Palmer etched his name into the annals of English Premier League history on Saturday, September 28, 2024, becoming the first player to score four goals in the first half of a match. His remarkable feat propelled Chelsea to a 4-2 victory over Brighton, further solidifying the London club'

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Lancashire Relegated from Division One After Worcestershire Defeat

Lancashire's relegation from Division One of the Vitality County Championship was confirmed on the third day of their final match of the 2024 campaign against Worcestershire at Visit Worcestershire New Road. The Red Rose county's fate was sealed as relegation rivals Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire picked up

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Mayank Yadav Earns Maiden India Call-Up for Bangladesh T20I Series

India Announces Squad for T20I Series Against Bangladesh, Mayank Yadav Earns Maiden Call-Up New Delhi: The Indian cricket team has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled to commence on October 6. The squad, led by Suryakumar Yadav, features several notable inclusions and exclusions.

Football

India Triumphs Over Nepal in SAFF U17 Semifinal Thriller

India emerged victorious in a thrilling 4-2 encounter against Nepal, securing their place in the final of the 2024 SAFF U17 Championship. The match, held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan, witnessed a high-octane battle between the two teams. The first half remained goalless, with both teams cautiously sizing

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Neeraj Chopra: Positive Mindset and Self-Belief Key to Success

Neeraj Chopra, India's star javelin thrower and Olympic medalist, has attributed his consistent performance and success to a positive mindset and unwavering self-belief. Speaking at an event in Haryana, Chopra emphasized the importance of believing in one's abilities and maintaining a positive outlook. "In our

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Bangladeshi Cricket Fan Deported After False Assault Claim

Bangladeshi cricket enthusiast Rabi-ul-Islam, affectionately known as Tiger Robi, has been repatriated to his home country after a controversial incident during the India-Bangladesh test match in Kanpur. Robi, who suffers from metastatic cancer, had arrived in India on a medical visa. However, he allegedly visited Chennai to support the Bangladesh

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IPL 2025 Retention Rules: Franchises Can Retain Six Players, RTM Option Returns

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has finalized significant changes to its retention rules ahead of the 2025 mega auction. Franchises will now be allowed to retain up to six players each, an increase from the previous limit of four. Additionally, the right-to-match (RTM) option has been reinstated, allowing teams to

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IOC Edges Army in Thrilling MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup Semifinal

Former champions Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) showcased their resilience and tactical prowess in a thrilling 3-2 victory over a formidable Army side in the semifinals of the 95th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup All-India hockey tournament. The match began with a cautious approach from both teams, with neither side able to break

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Jayasuriya and Peiris Combine for 13 New Zealand Wickets in Galle

Prabath Jayasuriya's exceptional bowling performance in the second Test against New Zealand was bolstered by the impressive debut of Nishan Peiris, who proved to be a formidable foil. In the first innings, Jayasuriya claimed five wickets, but his figures of 4 for 136 were hard-earned. However, in the

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Hampshire Clinch Second Place in County Championship with Victory over Somerset

Hampshire emerged victorious in their Vitality County Championship Division One clash against Somerset, securing second place in the standings with a five-wicket triumph at Taunton. Skipper James Vince led the charge for Hampshire, guiding his team to victory with a crucial 54-run knock. Somerset resumed their second innings on 60

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BCCI Announces Massive Match Fee Hike for IPL Cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a significant increase in match fees for cricketers participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL). BCCI Secretary Jay Shah revealed that players will now earn a whopping Rs. 7.5 lakhs per game, a substantial jump from the previous

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BCCI Succession Plan Takes Center Stage Ahead of Annual General Meeting

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) 93rd Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for September 29, 2024, in Bengaluru, is set to be a routine affair. However, behind the scenes, discussions have been abuzz with the impending "succession plan" for BCCI Secretary Jay Shah,

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Afghanistan Captain Stuns with Rashid Latif as Wicketkeeper in Dream ODI XI

Afghanistan Captain Surprises with Rashid Latif as Wicketkeeper in Dream ODI XI In a recent interview, Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi unveiled his all-time ODI World XI, sparking discussions among cricket enthusiasts. Surprisingly, Shahidi opted for Pakistan's Rashid Latif as his wicketkeeper, a choice that raised eyebrows considering the

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Pakistan Test Coach Gillespie Focuses on Fair Chances, but Warns of Changes

Pakistan's Test team head coach, Jason Gillespie, has emphasized his commitment to providing players with ample opportunities to prove their worth in the traditional format. However, he has also made it clear that this support will not be indefinite. "If performances are not at the required level