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Sri Lanka Stumble in Second Test as New Zealand Dominate Day One

Sri Lanka and New Zealand locked horns in the second Test match in Galle, with the visitors opting to bowl first after winning the toss. The pitch, number 7, offered less grass and a firmer surface, providing a challenge for the batsmen. New Zealand's Tim Southee struck early,

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Sri Lanka Bat First Again in Galle, Aiming for Another Victory

Sri Lanka, riding high on their recent success, have once again opted to bat first in the second Test against New Zealand in Galle. The decision, made after winning the toss, is a testament to their confidence in their batting lineup and the spin-friendly conditions expected on the Galle pitch.

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Drona Desai's Historic 498: Highest Score in Gujarat Inter-School Cricket

Drona Desai's Historic 498: A Milestone in Inter-School Cricket Ahmedabad, Gujarat - Drona Desai, an 18-year-old batsman from St. Xavier's Loyola Hall, has etched his name in the annals of inter-school cricket history by scoring a colossal 498 runs in the Diwan Ballubhai Cup (U-19). His

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Virat Kohli's Rise from Unknown to Global Icon: A Journey of Triumph and Camaraderie

Virat Kohli's journey from an unknown figure to a global icon is a testament to his unwavering determination and exceptional talent. His rise to stardom began with his triumph as captain of the Indian U-19 team at the 2008 World Cup. Just months later, he made his senior

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Kuldeep Yadav Eyes Test Return on Home Ground

Kuldeep Yadav, the Kanpur-born left-arm wrist spinner, has been a constant presence in the Indian cricket team as a backup to the formidable duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. Despite his impressive record of 53 wickets in just 12 Tests, Kuldeep has often found himself on the sidelines, waiting

Tennis

Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury End Six-Year Doubles Partnership

Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury: A Tennis Partnership Ends After six successful years, the dynamic doubles team of Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury has officially parted ways. The American-British duo announced their split on Wednesday, bringing an end to one of the most formidable partnerships on the ATP Tour. Ram,

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Dhoni's IPL Future Uncertain as Retention Rules Remain Unclear

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the former Indian and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain, has returned to India after a vacation in the United States. His arrival at Ranchi airport has sparked speculation about his future in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The IPL retention rules for the upcoming season are yet

Football

India's U20 Football Team Triumphs in AFC Qualifiers Opener

India's U20 football team made a triumphant start to their AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers campaign, securing a convincing 4-1 victory over Mongolia on Wednesday. The Blue Colts dominated the match from the outset, relentlessly attacking the Mongolian defense. Kelvin Singh Taorem opened the scoring for India in

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Harmanpreet Kaur to Join Elite Club in T20 World Cup History

Harmanpreet Kaur, the torchbearer of Indian women's cricket, is set to make history as she joins an elite group of players to have featured in all nine ICC Women's T20 World Cup editions. The upcoming tournament in the United Arab Emirates will mark her ninth appearance,

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Lions Triumph Over Stallions in Thrilling Champions One-Day Cup Eliminator

In a thrilling Champions One-Day Cup Eliminator, Lions emerged victorious over Stallions by a narrow margin of 12 runs, thanks to an all-round performance from Ahmed Daniyal and a crucial three-wicket haul from Khushdil Shah. Lions' batting innings got off to a shaky start, losing three wickets for just

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Private Investment in The Hundred May Extend Beyond 2025

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is seeking private investment for its Hundred franchises, but the process may extend beyond the initial target of 2025. Vikram Banerjee, director of business operations at the ECB, emphasized the importance of finding the right partners and valuations. Each of the eight hosting

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Punjab FC Extends Winning Streak to Three with Dominant Victory over Hyderabad FC

Punjab FC continued its impressive start to the Indian Super League (ISL) season, securing a dominant 2-0 victory over Hyderabad FC on Wednesday. This marks the first time Punjab has won three consecutive games in ISL history, showcasing the team's determination to overcome the absence of their talismanic

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Akash Deep Emerges as a Quiet Force in India's Test Pace Attack

Akash Deep, the young Bengal pacer, has made a quiet but significant impact on the Indian Test team since his debut in 2023. In his first match against England in Ranchi, he claimed three wickets in his opening spell, including the prized scalp of Zak Crawley. In the recent Test

Tennis

Hubert Hurkacz and Iga Swiatek Rally Support for Flood-Stricken Poland

Hubert Hurkacz, Poland's top-ranked male tennis player, is using his platform to raise awareness and support for his flood-stricken homeland. Following the devastating floods in the southwest region of Poland, Hurkacz has pledged to donate €100 for every ace he hits during the remainder of his season. "

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Green Park Wicket to Offer Balanced Test for India and Bangladesh

The Green Park curator has unveiled the blueprint for the wicket that will host the second Test between India and Bangladesh, promising a surface that will cater to both pacers and spinners over the course of the five-day encounter. The pitch, which will be used for the Test commencing on

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Indian MotoGP Postponed to 2026 Due to Operational Challenges

The Indian Grand Prix, a highly anticipated event on the MotoGP calendar, has been postponed to 2026 due to operational challenges. The race, initially scheduled for September 2023, was first deferred to March 2025. However, unforeseen circumstances have necessitated a further delay. The postponement was announced by the Fédération Internationale

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Railways Edge BPCL in Thrilling Hockey Semifinal Qualifier

Defending champions Indian Railways secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over former champions BPCL in the 95th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup All-India hockey tournament on Wednesday. The hard-fought match was filled with twists and turns, keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats. Railways dominated the early stages of the game,

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IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Franchises Allowed to Retain Five Players

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is gearing up for its next mega auction, scheduled for November or December 2025. This highly anticipated event will witness a significant shift in player retention rules, with franchises reportedly allowed to retain up to five players ahead of the auction. According to sources close

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India's Chess Teams Make History with Maiden Gold Medals at Olympiad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India's historic triumph at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, where both the men's and women's teams clinched their maiden gold medals. India's men's team, comprising D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanandhaa, defeated Slovenia

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MS Dhoni's Rare Outburst: Breach of IPL Code of Conduct

MS Dhoni's Rare Outburst: A Breach of the IPL Code of Conduct MS Dhoni, renowned for his composure under pressure, rarely succumbs to emotional outbursts. However, during the 2019 IPL season, fans witnessed a rare moment when his calm demeanor shattered. In a match between Chennai Super Kings

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SA20 Auction Set to Feature International Stars

The upcoming SA20 auction promises to be a thrilling affair, with a host of international stars set to go under the hammer. Fast bowlers Shamar Joseph, Naseem Shah, Josh Little, and Josh Hull are among the overseas players who will be up for grabs. Nearly 200 players, including 115 South

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Virat Kohli's Form Concerns Linger as India Prepares for Second Bangladesh Test

The Indian cricket team is gearing up for the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, which commences on Friday. Having secured a comfortable victory in the first Test, India aims to replicate their success and strengthen their position in the race for the World Test Championship final. However, Virat Kohli&

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Tsitsipas and Rune Drum Up Excitement at Tokyo Player Party

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Holger Rune Drum Up Excitement at Tokyo Player Party Ahead of their Tokyo campaigns, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Holger Rune showcased their cultural immersion and musical prowess at the tournament's player party. The duo joined forces on the "Taiko" drums, delivering an impressive performance

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India Set to Dominate Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Predicts Veda Krishnamurthy

India Poised for Dominance in Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Says Veda Krishnamurthy Former Indian cricketer Veda Krishnamurthy has expressed confidence in the Indian women's team's ability to dominate the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2024. The team departed for the United

Tennis

Zhang Shuai Ends 18-Month Singles Drought at China Open

Zhang Shuai's arduous singles drought, spanning over a year and a half, has finally come to an end. The 35-year-old Chinese star, who once held the world No. 22 ranking, had not tasted victory in a singles match since January 2023. However, on Wednesday, she broke that streak