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Ashwin Joins Jadeja in Elite Club with 1000 Runs, 100 Wickets in WTC

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's premier Test bowler, has etched his name in the annals of cricket history by becoming only the second player to achieve the remarkable feat of amassing 1000 runs and claiming 100 wickets in the World Test Championship (WTC). Ashwin's extraordinary accomplishment came during

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Middlesex Crush Derbyshire to Keep Promotion Hopes Alive

Middlesex's relentless pursuit of promotion in Division Two of the Vitality County Championship received a significant boost as they secured a resounding innings and 66-run victory over Derbyshire at the Incora County Ground. The triumph marked Middlesex's fifth win of the season, keeping their hopes of

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England Beat Australia by 22 Runs in ODI Series Opener

England and Australia kicked off their five-match ODI series at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, with England captain Harry Brook winning the toss and opting to bat. Australia handed ODI debuts to left-arm paceman Ben Dwarshuis and all-rounder Aaron Hardie, while England gave a debut to spin-bowling all-rounder Jacob Bethell. Dwarshuis

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CSA Defends Afghanistan Engagement Despite Taliban's Women's Sports Ban

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to bilateral fixtures with Afghanistan, despite criticism over the Taliban's repressive policies towards women. CSA believes that isolating the Afghan men's team would be ineffective and unjust, as it would punish innocent players for the actions of their

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Ashwin Rescues India on Day 1 of Chennai Test Against Bangladesh

Ravichandran Ashwin Rescues India on Day 1 of Chennai Test Against Bangladesh Local hero Ravichandran Ashwin played a pivotal role in rescuing India from a precarious position on the opening day of the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. With India reeling at 144/6, Ashwin stepped up to the

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Yashasvi Jaiswal Breaks Test Record with Historic Half-Century

Indian cricket prodigy Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name into the annals of Test cricket history on Thursday, becoming the first batter to amass over 750 runs in his first 10 innings at home. The 20-year-old's gritty half-century against Bangladesh in Chennai propelled him past the previous record held

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Indian Weightlifter Valluri Ajaya Babu Breaks Records, Wins Gold at Commonwealth Championships

Indian weightlifter Valluri Ajaya Babu has etched his name in the history books by securing a remarkable gold medal in both the junior and senior categories of the men's 81kg event at the Commonwealth Championships in Suva, Fiji. The 19-year-old prodigy showcased an exceptional performance, lifting a total

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ILT20 Season 3 to Feature Debut of T20 Stars Ferguson, Zaman, Hope, and More

The upcoming third season of the International League T20 (ILT20) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to witness a star-studded lineup of T20 specialists making their debuts. Among them are New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson, Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman, West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Shai Hope, Guyanese all-rounder Romario

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Age Fraud in Youth Football: Jhingan Calls for Eradication

Age Fraud in Youth Football: A Damaging Practice Age fraud, the practice of fielding overage players in youth competitions, has been a persistent issue in football, damaging the confidence and development of young players. FC Goa defender Sandesh Jhingan, a victim of this practice, has spoken out against its detrimental

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Mitchell Marsh Praises Adam Zampa Ahead of 100th ODI

Australian captain Mitchell Marsh has hailed leg-spinner Adam Zampa as he prepares to reach a significant milestone in his career. Zampa is set to play his 100th One Day International (ODI) against England on Thursday, a testament to his remarkable journey and impact on the Australian team. Marsh, speaking at

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Rohit Sharma's Test Debut: A Symbolic Transition in Indian Cricket

Rohit Sharma's Test debut, which was long overdue, marked a significant moment in Indian cricket history. The highly talented batsman, who had already established himself in white-ball cricket, finally made his Test debut in November 2013 against the West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This debut coincided

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Jugraj Singh: From Flag Seller to Hockey Hero

Jugraj Singh's remarkable journey from selling flags to becoming a hockey hero is a testament to his unwavering determination and the transformative power of sports. Born into a humble family in Punjab, Jugraj's childhood was marked by financial struggles. His father, a porter, worked tirelessly to

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Leon Marchand: Olympic Hero and Reluctant Celebrity

French swimming sensation Leon Marchand has become a national icon after his record-breaking performance at the Paris Olympics. His unprecedented feat of winning all four of his individual races has catapulted him to stardom, but it has also brought unexpected challenges. Marchand's newfound fame has forced him to

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Pant-Das Exchange Heats Up India-Bangladesh Test After Mahmud's Triple Strike

India vs Bangladesh: Rishabh Pant's Heated Exchange with Litton Das After Hasan Mahmud's Triple Strike The opening day of the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Chennai witnessed a heated exchange between wicketkeepers Rishabh Pant and Litton Das, following a throw that irked the Indian

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O'Rourke's Five-Wicket Haul Gives New Zealand Edge in Galle Test

New Zealand's bowlers wrapped up Sri Lanka's innings for 305 on the second morning of the first Test in Galle, with Will O'Rourke claiming a five-wicket haul. Resuming on 302 for 7, Sri Lanka added just three runs before being dismissed. O'Rourke

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Former Sri Lanka Cricketer Banned for 20 Years for Reprehensible Conduct

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Dulip Samaraweera has been handed a 20-year ban by Cricket Australia (CA) for "utterly reprehensible" conduct. The ban prohibits him from holding any position within CA, state associations, or Big Bash League (BBL) and Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) clubs during that

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Indian Chess Teams Extend Unbeaten Streak at Olympiad

In the ongoing 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, the Indian women's team continued their impressive run with a 3-1 victory over second-seeded Georgia, while the men's team defeated China 2.5-1.5. Grandmaster R Vaishali and Vantika Agrawal led the charge for the women's

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Gautam Gambhir Praises Rohit Sharma's Leadership and Respect in Team India

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has heaped praise on skipper Rohit Sharma, describing him as a "great guy" with immense respect in the dressing room. Gambhir's comments come ahead of India's upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh, starting September 19 in Chennai. Rohit

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India's Pace Trio Surprises in Chennai Test Opener

India's decision to field three pacers in the opening Test against Bangladesh at the traditionally spin-friendly MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai has raised eyebrows. However, both teams' skippers and former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik believe the pitch will offer something for the pacers to exploit. Bangladesh'

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India Resumes Test Campaign with Practice Session in Chennai

India's Test cricket campaign resumed with a practice session in Chennai ahead of the first match against Bangladesh. The team, led by Rohit Sharma, aims to reach the World Test Championship final for the third consecutive time. Star batter Virat Kohli, who was seen having fun with Kuldeep

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Virat Kohli Disappoints on Home Test Return, Dismissed for 6

Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to Test cricket on home soil ended in disappointment as he was dismissed for a mere 6 runs on Day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. The Indian skipper, who received a rousing ovation from the crowd at the M Chidambaram

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Bangladesh Bowls First in Historic Chepauk Test

Bangladesh Opts to Bowl First in Historic Chepauk Test In a historic move, Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto elected to bowl first after winning the toss in the first Test against India at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. This marks the first time in 21 Tests that a team has

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Injury-Prone Morris, Richardson Set for Domestic White-Ball Returns

Injury-prone Australian pace duo Lance Morris and Jhye Richardson are set to make their domestic white-ball returns for Western Australia in the upcoming One-Day Cup. Morris, who has been sidelined since February with a side strain, has been named in WA's 14-man squad for their opening matches against

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Yash Dayal's IPL Heroics Earn Maiden Test Call-Up for India

Left-arm pacer Yash Dayal's remarkable performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season has earned him a maiden Test call-up for India's upcoming series against Bangladesh. Despite initial skepticism surrounding his signing by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Dayal played a pivotal role in the team&

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Yuvraj Singh's Six-Hitting Masterclass: A Tale of Revenge and Redemption

On September 19, 2007, Yuvraj Singh etched his name into cricket history with a blistering six-hitting spree against England in the inaugural T20 World Cup. Facing Stuart Broad, the Indian all-rounder unleashed a barrage of sixes that became an iconic moment in the sport. The story behind Yuvraj's