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Middlesex Gain Upper Hand in County Championship Clash

Middlesex seized control of their Vitality County Championship clash against Northamptonshire on day two at Merchant Taylors' School, thanks to half-centuries from Sam Robson and Leus du Plooy. Robson, who boasts an impressive record at Northwood, ground out a crucial 58, while Du Plooy remained unbeaten on 66 as

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Bairstow and Luxton Star as Yorkshire Take Charge Against Sussex

Yorkshire seized control of their Vitality County Championship clash with Sussex after two days at Scarborough, thanks to a combative half-century from England's Jonny Bairstow and a career-best knock from Will Luxton. Bairstow, who had not scored a first-class fifty since last July, came to the crease with

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Sabalenka Finds Renewed Joy, Aims for US Open Glory

Aryna Sabalenka's 2024 season has been a rollercoaster of emotions, from triumph to heartache and injury. However, the Belarusian star has found renewed joy and is aiming to end the year on a high at the US Open. After winning the Australian Open in January, Sabalenka's

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Bengaluru FC, Mohun Bagan Advance to Durand Cup Semifinals

Bengaluru FC and Mohun Bagan have secured their spots in the semifinals of the Durand Cup after thrilling victories in their respective quarterfinal matches. Mohun Bagan emerged victorious in a penalty shootout against Punjab FC, prevailing 6-5 after a 3-3 draw in regulation time. Punjab took an early lead through

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TNCA XI Sets Massive Target in Buchi Babu Tournament

On a deteriorating pitch at the Sri Ramakrishna College ground, Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) XI set a formidable target of 353 runs for Haryana in the Buchi Babu tournament. TNCA XI's innings was anchored by B. Indrajith's unbeaten 75 runs, which included three boundaries and

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Rory Burns' Career-Best 227 Gives Surrey Commanding Lead Over Lancashire

Rory Burns' magnificent 227 propelled Surrey to a commanding position in their Vitality County Championship clash against Lancashire at the Kia Oval. The Surrey captain led from the front, anchoring a mammoth 444 for 9 declared on day two, giving his side a 236-run advantage. Burns' marathon innings

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Charlesworth Century Leads Gloucestershire Fightback Against Leicestershire

Gloucestershire's Ben Charlesworth produced a magnificent century to lead a spirited fightback against Leicestershire on the second day of their Vitality County Championship Second Division clash at Bristol. Charlesworth, 23, notched his second first-class ton off 164 balls, adorned with 14 fours and three sixes, as Gloucestershire reached

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Derbyshire Dominate Glamorgan with Batting Masterclass

Derbyshire's batting prowess was on full display on day two of their Vitality County Championship Division Two clash against Glamorgan at Derby, as they amassed a formidable 429 runs in their first innings. Anuj Dal led the charge with a commanding 94, while Harry Came (84) and Wayne

Tennis

Peter Lundgren, Former Federer Coach, Passes Away at 59

Former Swedish tennis star Peter Lundgren, who played a pivotal role in the development of Roger Federer's career, has passed away at the age of 59. Lundgren was a prominent figure in the Swedish tennis scene of the 1980s, following in the footsteps of legendary player Bjorn Borg.

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Hubli Tigers Triumph in Thrilling Three-Super Over Maharaja T20 Trophy Tie

In a thrilling Maharaja T20 Trophy encounter at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Hubli Tigers and Bengaluru Blasters were locked in a nail-biting tie that required three Super Overs to determine the victor. The drama unfolded in the final over of regulation time, with Blasters needing six runs off the

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Stokes' Doppelganger Steals the Show at England vs Sri Lanka Test

Ben Stokes' Doppelganger Makes a Grand Re-Appearance at England vs Sri Lanka Test The ongoing England vs Sri Lanka first Test in Manchester witnessed a delightful spectacle on Friday as Ben Stokes' doppelganger made a grand re-appearance, much to the amusement of the England skipper and the crowd.

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Pakistan's Pitch Surprise: Rawalpindi Surface Baffles Assistant Coach

Pakistan's assistant coach, Azhar Mahmood, expressed surprise at the unexpected behavior of the Rawalpindi pitch during the third day of the Test match against Bangladesh. Pakistan had anticipated a seam-friendly surface, but the pitch proved to be slow and low, favoring the batters. Mahmood revealed that Pakistan'

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Uruguayan Defender Juan Izquierdo Collapses on Pitch, Rushed to Hospital

Uruguayan Footballer Juan Izquierdo Collapses on Pitch, Rushed to Hospital During the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 match between Nacional and Sao Paulo at Brazil's Morumbi Stadium on Thursday, Uruguayan defender Juan Izquierdo suffered a medical emergency and collapsed on the pitch. The incident

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Elena Rybakina Parts Ways with Longtime Coach Stefano Vukov

Elena Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, has parted ways with her longtime coach Stefano Vukov after five years of collaboration. The announcement was made by Rybakina herself on her Instagram stories on Thursday. Rybakina's decision to end her partnership with Vukov comes ahead of the 2024 US Open.

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Babar Azam's Test Captaincy Return Demanded by Fans Amidst Pakistan's Struggles

Babar Azam's Return to Test Captaincy Demanded by Fans Amidst Pakistan's Struggles Babar Azam, the star Pakistani batter, has emerged as the popular choice among fans to reclaim his former role as Test captain, despite not currently holding the position. During the third day of the

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Citi Taste of Tennis: A Culinary and Tennis Extravaganza in New York City

Citi Taste of Tennis: A Culinary Extravaganza for Tennis Stars and Chefs On Thursday evening, the heart of New York City pulsated with excitement as Citi Taste of Tennis made its grand return. This star-studded event, held on the eve of the US Open draw, brought together tennis legends, rising

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16-Year-Old Sprinter Gout Gout Stuns with 10.2-Second 100-Meter Dash

Gout Gout, a prodigious 16-year-old sprinter from Australia, has set the track ablaze with his astonishing performance at the Queensland Athletics Championships. Clocking an incredible 10.2 seconds in the 100-meter dash, Gout left spectators and fellow competitors in awe. Born to Sudanese parents in Australia, Gout's talent

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Ashton Agar Returns to Boost Northamptonshire for Vitality Blast Quarter-Final

Northamptonshire Steelbacks have secured the return of Australian spinner Ashton Agar for their Vitality Blast quarter-final clash against Somerset on September 5. Agar, who was signed as a replacement for Sikandar Raza during the group stage, played a pivotal role in Northants' qualification from the North Group in second

Football

Arteta to Discuss Contract Extension with Arsenal After Transfer Window

Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, has expressed his desire to extend his contract with the club once the summer transfer window closes next week. Arteta's current deal expires at the end of the season, and he is eager to continue his tenure in North London. Ahead of

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Dani Olmo Poised for Barcelona Debut as Financial Woes Ease

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick expressed optimism that Dani Olmo could make his long-awaited debut for the club on Saturday against Athletic Bilbao. The Spanish playmaker joined Barcelona from RB Leipzig this summer but has yet to be registered with La Liga due to the club's financial constraints. However,

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Jay Shah's ICC Move Sparks BCCI Secretary Succession Speculation

Jay Shah's potential move to the International Cricket Council (ICC) as Chairman has sparked speculation about his successor as Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary. With Shah's term ending in October 2025, the BCCI faces the task of finding a suitable replacement. Among

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Norris Edges Verstappen in Dutch GP Practice Amidst Weather Chaos

Britain's Lando Norris emerged victorious in the first practice session for the Dutch Grand Prix, outpacing home favorite Max Verstappen amidst unpredictable weather conditions at the Zandvoort circuit. The session witnessed a rollercoaster of weather, with torrential rain alternating with bright sunshine, posing a significant challenge for tire

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Shelby Rogers Announces Retirement After US Open

Shelby Rogers, the 31-year-old American tennis star, has announced her retirement from professional tennis after the upcoming US Open. The South Carolinian has endured a challenging few years marked by injuries and surgeries, including knee surgery in 2023. Despite never reaching the pinnacle of the WTA rankings, Rogers has left

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Liverpool Manager Slot Unfazed by Lack of Transfer Activity

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has expressed confidence in his team despite the club's lack of transfer activity this summer. Slot, who took over from Jurgen Klopp at the end of last season, believes he has inherited a "very good team" and is not concerned about the

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Ishan Kishan Surprises with Bowling Debut in Buchi Babu Tournament

In a rare and unexpected turn of events, Jharkhand captain and star wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan showcased his bowling skills during a Buchi Babu invitational tournament match against Hyderabad in Chennai. A viral video captured Kishan bowling off-spin with Jharkhand facing an uphill battle after a disappointing batting performance in the