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Duleep Trophy Final Round Resumes, Iyer and Samson Aim to Impress

The Duleep Trophy, India's premier domestic red-ball tournament, is set to resume its final round on Thursday, September 19, 2024, providing another opportunity for aspiring cricketers to showcase their skills. Unlike previous editions, this year's tournament will not feature any knockout games, with the team accumulating

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Duleep Mendis: The Only Batter to Score Identical Centuries in Both Innings of a Test Match

Duleep Mendis, the former Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batsman, etched his name into the annals of Test cricket history with an extraordinary feat: scoring identical centuries in both innings of a Test match. This remarkable achievement, accomplished against Sunil Gavaskar's India in September 1982 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in

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Gambhir and Kohli: From Rivals to Colleagues in Candid Interview

Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli: A Candid Conversation Ahead of the Test series against Bangladesh, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting icon Virat Kohli engaged in a lighthearted interview, revealing their camaraderie and mutual respect. Despite their past competitive rivalry on the field, Gambhir and Kohli have set

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India Eyes WTC Title to Complete Trophy Cabinet

India's batting legend Rahil Dravid, in his final address as head coach, urged modern-day great Virat Kohli to complete his trophy cabinet by winning the World Test Championship (WTC). India has won all ICC trophies except the WTC, and Kohli, like the team, has yet to conquer this

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Liverpool Fan Dies in Tragic Road Accident in Italy

A tragic incident has occurred in Italy, where a Liverpool fan has lost his life following a road traffic accident. Philip Dooley, a lifelong supporter of the club, was involved in the accident near Bergamo airport in the early hours of the morning. Dooley had traveled to Italy to witness

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Sri Lanka Bat First in Galle Test Against New Zealand

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand: Hosts Opt to Bat First in Galle Test The first Test between Sri Lanka and New Zealand commenced in Galle, with the hosts winning the toss and electing to bat first. The pitch, according to pitchside analyst Farvez Maharoof, offers ample grass cover, promising early

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Ravichandran Ashwin Prepares for Potential Farewell Test at Chepauk

Ravichandran Ashwin, the veteran Indian off-spinner, is preparing for what could be his final Test match at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. As he turns 38, Ashwin reflects on his journey and the significance of this venue in his illustrious career. Growing up in Chennai, Ashwin faced adversity

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Billie Jean King to Receive Historic Congressional Gold Medal

Billie Jean King, the legendary tennis icon and trailblazing advocate for gender equality, is poised to receive the prestigious Congressional Gold Medal, becoming the first individual female athlete to be bestowed with this honor. The bipartisan legislation, introduced by Representatives Mikie Sherrill and Brian Fitzpatrick, unanimously passed the Senate and

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Shreyas Iyer's Test Hopes Fade After Duleep Trophy Disappointment

India's star batsman Shreyas Iyer faces an uphill battle to regain his spot in the Test cricket team. Despite a chance for a comeback in the ongoing Duleep Trophy, Iyer's disappointing performance has further diminished his prospects. Iyer's struggles in the Duleep Trophy, where

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Dimitrov and Djokovic Reunite for Charity Tennis Gala in Sofia

Grigor Dimitrov and Novak Djokovic Reunite for Tennis Gala in Sofia On Tuesday, Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov welcomed 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic to Sofia for a special exhibition match. The "Tennis Gala" raised funds for Dimitrov's foundation, which supports underprivileged children in Bulgaria.

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Tennis Star Jack Draper Rubs Shoulders with Fashion Elite at Burberry Show

Jack Draper Attends Burberry Fashion Show with Anna Wintour and Olympic Medalists After his impressive performance at the Davis Cup Group Stage Finals, rising tennis star Jack Draper graced the front row at the Burberry Summer 2025 show during London Fashion Week. Draper's presence at the prestigious event

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Champions League Returns with Expanded Format, City Faces Inter Reunion

Manchester City is bracing for its Champions League reunion with Inter Milan in the opening round of an expanded tournament that will be "so tough" for the 2023 winner. Pep Guardiola's side defeated Inter 1-0 in the final two seasons ago, with Rodri's goal

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Indian Hockey Stars Harmanpreet Singh, PR Sreejesh Nominated for FIH Awards

India's hockey stars, Harmanpreet Singh and PR Sreejesh, have been nominated for the prestigious FIH Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year awards, respectively. The nominations recognize their exceptional performances in leading India to a bronze medal at the recently concluded Paris Olympics. Harmanpreet, the team&

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ICC Delegation to Inspect Pakistan for Champions Trophy Preparations

ICC Delegation to Inspect Pakistan for Champions Trophy Preparations A five-member delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) will arrive in Karachi on September 17, 2024, for an inspection visit ahead of next year's Champions Trophy in Pakistan. The delegation includes top officials from the ICC's

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Santosh Kashyap Appointed as Head Coach of Indian Women's Football Team

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Santosh Kashyap as the new head coach of the national senior women's team, replacing former international player Chaoba Devi. Kashyap's first assignment will be the SAFF Women's Championships to be held in Kathmandu, Nepal, from October

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Ankita Raina Cruises to First Round Victory in Perth ITF Tournament

Ankita Raina, India's top-ranked women's tennis player, made a strong start to the $60,000 ITF tournament in Perth, Australia, on Tuesday. Raina eased past Miho Kuramochi of Japan 6-0, 6-4 in the first round, showcasing her dominance on the court. Raina's victory was

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India's Pragmatic Shift: From Romantic Failure to Winning Mentality

India's Transformation: From Romantic Failure to Pragmatic Triumph In the realm of international cricket, Australia has long been known for its aggressive sledging and unwavering belief in their own superiority. However, ahead of the upcoming series in Australia, a shift in the Indian team's mindset has

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India's Test Season Begins with Bangladesh Challenge

India's Test cricket team, led by head coach Gautam Gambhir, is poised to embark on a new season with a positive outlook. The team will face a spirited Bangladesh side in a two-match series, marking the beginning of a busy schedule that includes 10 Tests in the upcoming

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Liverpool Face Milan in Champions League Opener

Liverpool Face Tough Test in Champions League Opener Against AC Milan Liverpool will begin their UEFA Champions League campaign with a challenging away fixture against Serie A giants AC Milan on Wednesday, September 18. The match will mark the debut of new Liverpool manager Arne Slot in the competition. Liverpool

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Real Madrid vs Stuttgart: Champions League Clash Kicks Off 2024-25 Season

Real Madrid, the reigning UEFA Champions League champions, will commence their 2024-25 campaign at home against VfB Stuttgart, the German Bundesliga runners-up. The match, scheduled for Wednesday, September 18 (IST), marks the first of eight group games in the revamped Champions League format. Real Madrid, under the guidance of manager

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Lancashire and Somerset Trade Blows on Thrilling First Day

Lancashire and Somerset engaged in a thrilling first day of their Vitality County Championship match at Emirates Old Trafford, with 21 wickets falling and the home side holding a slender 10-run lead. Lancashire, batting first on a seam-friendly pitch, were dismissed for 140 in just 40 overs. Craig Overton and

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Surrey Dominate Day One Against Durham in County Championship Title Chase

Surrey, the reigning Vitality County Championship titleholders, made a strong start on day one of their match against Durham at the Kia Oval, despite Durham's valiant effort to reach 262 all out. Colin Ackermann's unbeaten 78 was a standout performance for Durham, but Dan Worrall'

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Yorkshire Dominate Glamorgan on Day One, Hill Stars with 90

Yorkshire asserted their dominance on the opening day of their County Championship clash against Glamorgan, amassing a formidable 361 runs before being dismissed. George Hill anchored the innings with a resolute 90, while four other batsmen contributed valuable runs. Glamorgan's bowlers struggled to contain Yorkshire's batting

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Essex Dominate Warwickshire with 111-Run Lead on Opening Day

Essex's bowlers dominated the opening day of their Vitality County Championship match against Warwickshire at Edgbaston, bowling the hosts out for a paltry 78 and taking a commanding lead of 111. Shane Snater led the Essex attack with a devastating spell of 5 for 13, while Jamie Porter

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Nottinghamshire Dominate Kent with Mammoth Batting Display

Nottinghamshire's dominant batting performance on the opening day of their Vitality County Championship clash against Kent has put them in a commanding position at Canterbury. The visitors reached a formidable 393 for 6 at stumps, leaving Kent facing an uphill battle to avoid relegation. Openers Ben Slater and