Tennis

Badosa and Tsitsipas Win Inaugural Mixed Madness at US Open Fan Week

Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas Triumph in Inaugural Mixed Madness Event at US Open Fan Week The 2024 US Open Fan Week kicked off with a bang as Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas emerged victorious in the inaugural Mixed Madness event. The tournament, held on Tuesday, featured a star-studded field

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Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Hosts Aim to Continue Unbeaten Run

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Pakistan Aim to Extend Dominance in Rawalpindi Pakistan and Bangladesh will lock horns in the opening Test of their two-match series in Rawalpindi, with the hosts aiming to continue their unbeaten run against their rivals in the longest format. Pakistan has a commanding 12-0 head-to-head

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Rishabh Pant Channels Rajinikanth, Recreates Iconic 'Kabali' Pose

Rishabh Pant, India's star wicket-keeper batsman, has showcased his love for cinema by recreating an iconic pose from Rajinikanth's film 'Kabali.' The post, which went viral on social media, garnered over 600,000 likes within six hours of being uploaded. Pant's admiration

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Mayank Yadav's Injury Casts Doubt on Test Availability

Mayank Yadav, the 22-year-old fast bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, emerged as a standout performer in IPL 2024. His blistering pace, consistently exceeding 150 kmph, and impressive wicket-taking ability (seven wickets in four games) caught the attention of fans and selectors alike. However, an unfortunate injury abruptly halted his season,

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Nic Maddinson Eyes Test Return, Reinvents T20 Career with Sydney Thunder

Nic Maddinson, a former Australian Test cricketer, is determined to make a comeback to the national team after a strong finish to the Sheffield Shield season with New South Wales. Maddinson, who returned to his home state after six seasons with Victoria, scored three centuries in three Shield matches last

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Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test Series: Babar Azam to Bat at No. 4

Pakistan and Bangladesh are set to face off in a two-match Test series, with the first Test scheduled to begin on August 21, 2024, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The series marks Pakistan's resumption of their World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle, where they currently sit sixth in

Football

Ronaldo Tipped for Manchester United Return as Coach or Manager

Cristiano Ronaldo's recent defeat in the Saudi Super Cup final has reignited speculation about his future, with former Manchester United teammate Luis Saha suggesting a sensational return to Old Trafford. Ronaldo, known for his unwavering determination, was visibly disappointed after Al-Nassr's loss to arch-rivals Al-Hilal. Saha

Football

Peruvian Footballer Sent Off for Urinating on Pitch

Peruvian Footballer Receives Red Card for Urinating on Pitch In a bizarre incident that has sent shockwaves through the football world, Peruvian third-division player Sebastian Munoz was shown a red card for urinating on the pitch. The incident occurred during a Copa Peru match between Atletico Awajun and Cantorcillo FC

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Yash Dayal's Resurgence at RCB: Virat Kohli's Support Proves Invaluable

Yash Dayal's IPL journey has been a rollercoaster ride. After a promising start with Gujarat Titans in 2023, he endured a confidence-shattering experience against Kolkata Knight Riders. However, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) showed faith in the young pacer, acquiring him for Rs 5 crore in the 2024 auction.

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Gilchrist Names Dhoni Among Greatest Wicket-Keeper Batsmen, Backs Australia in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Legendary Australian wicket-keeper batsman Adam Gilchrist has named India's Mahendra Singh Dhoni among the three greatest wicket-keeper batsmen of all time. Gilchrist, himself a renowned wicket-keeper batsman, placed fellow Australian Rodney Marsh ahead of Dhoni in his rankings. Gilchrist, who played 96 Tests for Australia, cited Marsh as

Tennis

US Open Women's Draw Wide Open, Says Tracy Austin

US Open Women's Draw: Tracy Austin Predicts an Open Field As the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the year, approaches, tennis legend Tracy Austin believes the women's draw is wide open for the taking. "The women's draw is unpredictable," Austin

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Naomi Osaka's Roller-Coaster Year: Ups and Downs on the Road to the US Open

Naomi Osaka, the four-time Grand Slam champion and former WTA No. 1, has had a tumultuous year on the tennis circuit. After taking a break to give birth to her daughter, Osaka returned to the sport in January with the goal of regaining her peak form for the US Open.

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CCI Raises Concerns Over Reliance-Disney Merger, Citing Cricket Dominance

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has raised concerns over the proposed $8.5 billion merger between Reliance and Walt Disney's media assets in India, citing potential adverse effects on competition. The primary concern revolves around the combined entity's dominance over cricket broadcasting rights. The merger,

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Yashasvi Jaiswal to Remain India's Backup ODI Opener Until 2025 Champions Trophy

Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive performances in international cricket have yet to translate into an ODI cap. According to former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik, Jaiswal is likely to remain a "back-up opener" for India until the 2025 Champions Trophy, with Shubman Gill expected to continue opening alongside skipper

Football

Punjab FC Signs Argentine Midfielder Norberto Ezequiel Vidal

Indian Super League club Punjab FC has bolstered its midfield with the signing of Argentine playmaker Norberto Ezequiel Vidal for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The 29-year-old joins the club as their fifth foreign signing, bringing a wealth of experience and creativity to the Punjab FC squad. Vidal, born in Bahia

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Smriti Mandhana Jumps to Third in ICC ODI Rankings, Retains Fourth Spot in T20s

India's vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has ascended one spot to third in the latest ICC ODI rankings for women, released on Tuesday. With 738 rating points, Mandhana is the top-ranked Indian batter in the 50-over format, while skipper Harmanpreet Kaur maintains her ninth position. Sri Lanka's star

Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka Unveils Signature Açaí Bowl with Oakberry

Aryna Sabalenka, the world's second-ranked tennis player, has announced a new partnership with Oakberry, a leading açaí brand. The collaboration has resulted in the creation of "The Power Serve Bowl by Sabalenka," her signature açaí bowl. Sabalenka, known for her powerful serve and aggressive style of

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WCA Reviews Cricket Calendar, But India Remains a Challenge

The World Cricketers' Association (WCA) is taking steps to address the increasingly fragmented and congested cricket calendar. However, the WCA lacks influence over India, which has a players' association solely to comply with the Supreme Court's directive. The Indian Cricketers' Association (ICA) is not a

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West Indies Stars Bring Dikec Pose to Cricket in Hundred Final

The Paris Olympics 2024 has etched itself into the annals of sports history, not only for its thrilling competitions but also for an iconic moment that has transcended the boundaries of the Games. Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec's unconventional shooting pose, which propelled him to a silver medal in

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16-Year-Old Tennis Prodigy Iva Jovic Soars to New Heights

Iva Jovic, a 16-year-old tennis prodigy from California, has made remarkable strides in the past year. Despite a stress fracture that sidelined her for several months, Jovic has emerged as a rising star, winning the USTA Billie Jean King Girls' 18s Nationals singles and doubles titles. Jovic's

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Aman Sehrawat: From Adversity to Olympic Glory

Aman Sehrawat's journey to Olympic glory is a testament to his resilience and unwavering determination. Hailing from humble beginnings, the 21-year-old wrestler overcame adversity to become India's youngest Olympic medalist. Growing up in a financially challenged household, Aman's parents passed away when he was

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Olympic Champions Descend on Lausanne for Diamond League Showdown

The Lausanne Diamond League meeting, scheduled for Thursday, will witness a star-studded lineup featuring 18 Olympic and world champions. Among them are Armand Duplantis, Letsile Tebogo, and Jakob Ingebrigtsen, who will headline the event. Duplantis, the reigning Olympic pole vault champion, will participate in a City Event on Wednesday before

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Coco Gauff's Signature Shoe Evolves with New Balance Coco CG2

Coco Gauff's meteoric rise in tennis has been accompanied by a parallel evolution in her signature footwear. A year after her triumph at the 2023 US Open, New Balance unveils the second edition of her signature shoe, the Coco CG2, set to launch on August 21st. Inspired by

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England to Honor Graham Thorpe in Sri Lanka Test Series

England's Test series against Sri Lanka, commencing in Manchester on Wednesday, will be marked by a poignant tribute to the late Graham Thorpe. Thorpe, a legendary English batter and former coach, tragically took his own life at 55 due to severe depression and anxiety. Thorpe's impact

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ICC Chairman Greg Barclay Opts Out of Third Term, Jay Shah's Future Uncertain

Greg Barclay, the current chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has announced that he will not seek a third term after his tenure ends on November 30. This has sparked speculation about the future of BCCI secretary Jay Shah at the ICC. Shah, who is considered one of the