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Lord's Test Ticket Prices Soar, Sparking Fan Outrage

The upcoming Lord's Test between India and England has sparked controversy over its exorbitant ticket prices, despite a lukewarm response to the recent Test against Sri Lanka. The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), owner of Lord's, has faced criticism for its pricing strategy, which has seen a

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Ashwin Surpasses Kumble, Becomes India's Leading Test Wicket-Taker in Asia

Ravichandran Ashwin, the veteran Indian spinner, has etched his name in the annals of Test cricket history by becoming the Indian bowler with the most Test wickets in Asia. During the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, Ashwin claimed the wicket of Najmul Hossain Shanto, taking his tally to 420

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Bangladesh Superfan Tiger Roby Assaulted by Indian Fans at Kanpur Test

Bangladesh Superfan Tiger Roby Allegedly Assaulted by Indian Fans at Kanpur Test Kanpur, India - A disturbing incident marred the second day of the India-Bangladesh Test match at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on Friday. Bangladesh's renowned superfan, Tiger Roby, was allegedly beaten by a group of

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Napoli Thrash Palermo 5-0 to Reach Italian Cup Last 16 Amid Crowd Trouble

Napoli cruised into the last 16 of the Italian Cup with a resounding 5-0 victory over 10-man Palermo on Thursday, but the match was overshadowed by crowd trouble. Cyril Ngonge's early brace set the tone for a dominant Napoli performance at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The Belgian

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Langurs Deployed to Combat Monkey Menace at Kanpur Test

Monkey Menace at Kanpur Test: UPCA Deploys Langurs for Protection The Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has taken unprecedented measures to combat the persistent monkey menace at the Green Park stadium in Kanpur, where the second Test between India and Bangladesh is scheduled to take place. Monkeys have been known

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Real Madrid Face Atletico Madrid Test in Spicy La Liga Derby

Real Madrid, the reigning Spanish and European champions, face their toughest test of the season so far when they travel to the Wanda Metropolitano to take on city rivals Atletico Madrid in a highly anticipated La Liga derby clash on Sunday. Atletico, under the astute leadership of Diego Simeone, are

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Sri Lanka Extend Dominance, Mendis Nears Century at Lunch

Sri Lanka's dominance continued unabated on day two of the Test against New Zealand, as they extended their first innings total to 402 for 5 at lunch. Despite the overcast conditions and increased turn for the spinners, the hosts remained in control, thanks to an unbeaten 93 from

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Hockey Stars Struggle for Recognition Amidst Cricket Obsession

India's sporting landscape remains dominated by cricket, leaving athletes from other disciplines struggling for recognition. Despite the recent rise of sports like hockey, badminton, and athletics, non-cricketing sportspersons continue to face obscurity, with only a few exceptions. Hockey midfielder Hardik Singh recently shared a disheartening incident that highlights

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Musiala and Wirtz Clash in Bundesliga Title Showdown

Bundesliga Title Showdown: Musiala and Wirtz Set to Clash in Early Battle The Bundesliga title race is set to ignite this weekend as Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, the reigning champions, face off in a highly anticipated clash at Munich's Allianz Arena. At the heart of this early

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Rohit Sharma's Jaw-Dropping Reaction to DRS Overruling Umpire's Decision

Rohit Sharma's Disbelief as DRS Overturns Umpire's Decision in India vs. Bangladesh Test On the opening day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur, Indian captain Rohit Sharma's reaction to a successful Decision Review System (DRS) call went viral on the

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Neeraj Chopra Targets World Championship Podium, Aims for 90m Mark

India's Olympic javelin star Neeraj Chopra has set his sights on a podium finish at the 2025 Tokyo World Championships, aiming to add to his impressive medal collection. After a successful season that saw him secure a silver medal at the Paris Olympics and a second-place finish at

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Virat Kohli's Star Power Shines Bright in Kanpur

Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket legend, holds an unparalleled status in the hearts of his countrymen. His influence extends far beyond the boundaries of the sport, making him a global icon. Kanpur's Green Park Stadium, one of India's oldest cricket venues, has witnessed some of Kohli&

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India Bowls First in Kanpur Test Against Bangladesh

India Opts to Bowl First in Kanpur Test Against Bangladesh India captain Rohit Sharma elected to bowl first after winning the toss in the first Test against Bangladesh at Green Park in Kanpur. The decision marked a departure from India's recent home Test strategy, as they had not

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Dwayne Bravo Joins Kolkata Knight Riders as Mentor, Ends CSK Journey

Dwayne Bravo, the legendary West Indies all-rounder, has bid farewell to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after a remarkable journey that spanned four IPL titles. He will now embark on a new chapter as a mentor for defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) from the 2025 season onwards. Bravo, who turns

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Zhang Shuai Breaks Losing Streak, Stuns Navarro in China Open

China's Zhang Shuai has emerged from a historic slump, snapping a 24-match losing streak that had plagued her since January 2023. Her resurgence began with a first-round victory over McCartney Kessler at the China Open, followed by a stunning upset of world No. 8 Emma Navarro in the

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Virat Kohli's Journey with Delhi Cricket: From Ranji Trophy to International Stardom

Virat Kohli's journey with Delhi cricket has been a remarkable one, marked by both triumphs and challenges. His association with the Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic cricket tournament, began in the 2006-07 season. Kohli's performances in the Ranji Trophy were instrumental in his rise

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Toss for India-Bangladesh Test Delayed by Wet Outfield

Toss for India-Bangladesh Test Delayed Due to Wet Outfield The toss for the second Test between India and Bangladesh has been delayed due to a wet outfield following overnight rain in Dhaka on Friday, September 27, 2024. Overnight rain left the outfield saturated, prompting the ground staff to bring out

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Fist-Fight Erupts in MCC Weekdays Bash Final

MCC Weekdays Bash XIX Final Marred by Ugly Fist-Fight The MCC Weekdays Bash XIX final took an ugly turn when a fist-fight erupted between Rabdan Cricket Club batsman Kashif Muhammad and Aerovisa Cricket bowler Nasir Ali. The incident occurred after Ali gave Muhammad a nasty send-off following his dismissal. A

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Yuvraj Singh Recalls Heated Exchange with Flintoff in 2007 T20 World Cup

Yuvraj Singh Recounts Heated Exchange with Andrew Flintoff in 2007 T20 World Cup Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has shed light on a fiery verbal altercation he had with England's Andrew Flintoff during the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. The tournament is etched in cricket history for

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Green Park Stadium's Future in Doubt as BCCI Raises Concerns

Green Park Stadium's Future in Jeopardy as BCCI Questions Hosting Capabilities Kanpur's Green Park Stadium, a historic Test venue in India, faces an uncertain future as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expresses concerns about its hosting capabilities. Sources within the BCCI have

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Pickleball Goes Hollywood: Andy Roddick to Star in Comedy "The Dink"

Pickleball, the rapidly growing sport, is making its way to the silver screen with the upcoming comedy "The Dink." Former tennis world No. 1 Andy Roddick will make his big screen debut in the film, which stars Jake Johnson as a washed-up tennis pro forced to play pickleball

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IOC, Railways Advance to Semifinals of MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup Hockey

Indian Oil, Railways Secure Semifinal Berths in MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup Hockey Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) and Indian Railways, the defending champions, have secured their places in the semifinals of the 95th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup All-India hockey tournament. IOC, despite fielding a weakened team due to viral fever affecting four key

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Indian Tennis Duo Bollipalli and Kadhe Advance to Challenger Semifinals

Top-seeded Indian tennis duo Rithvik Bollipalli and Arjun Kadhe advanced to the semifinals of the $133,250 Challenger tournament in Nonthaburi, Thailand, on Thursday. The pair defeated Gabriel Diallo of Canada and Seita Watanabe of Japan 7-6(3), 7-6(5) in a hard-fought doubles quarterfinal. Bollipalli and Kadhe displayed their

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Dwayne Bravo Retires from Cricket, Ends Illustrious T20 Career

Dwayne Bravo, the legendary all-rounder, has bid farewell to cricket after a glittering career spanning over two decades. The 41-year-old, who holds the record for most T20 wickets, announced his retirement on Instagram, citing physical limitations. Bravo's international career ended in 2021, and he stepped away from the

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IPL 2025 to Feature 74 Matches, Prioritizing Player Workload

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has decided to maintain the number of matches at 74 for the 2025 season, despite initially planning for 84 matches. This decision is primarily driven by the need to manage the workload of Indian international players, who are expected to participate in the World Test