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Miraz's Five-Wicket Haul Puts Bangladesh in Control in Rawalpindi Test

Bangladesh Dominates Pakistan with Miraz's Five-Wicket Haul in Rawalpindi Test On the rain-affected second day of the second Test in Rawalpindi, Bangladesh's Mehidy Hasan Miraz emerged as the star performer, claiming a five-wicket haul to restrict Pakistan to 274. After the first day's play

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Pakistan's Azam Khan Suffers Neck Injury in CPL, Raises Fitness Concerns

Pakistan's Azam Khan Suffers Neck Injury in CPL, Raises Fitness Concerns Pakistan's wicket-keeper batter Azam Khan endured a harrowing experience during the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) on Friday, sustaining a blow to his neck that sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Playing for the Guyana Amazon

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Mohanlal Launches Inaugural Kerala Cricket League, Aims to Fuel Cricket Passion

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has officially launched the inaugural edition of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) at a grand ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram. The actor, who is the brand ambassador of the KCL, unveiled the trophy alongside Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman in the presence of franchise owners and players. The KCL

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Warwickshire Crush Kent by Innings and 21 Runs for First County Championship Win

Warwickshire's dominance over Kent continued on the third day of their Vitality County Championship clash at Edgbaston, as the hosts secured a resounding innings and 21-run victory. Kent, resuming on 157 for 3, initially showed some resilience, reaching 171 before Warwickshire's seamers, led by Oliver Hannon-Dalby,

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England Extend Lead Over Sri Lanka at Lord's

England's dominance continued on the third morning at Lord's as they extended their lead over Sri Lanka to a commanding 390 runs. Joe Root, the lynchpin of England's batting, remained unbeaten on 45, while Jamie Smith contributed 23 not out. Root and Harry Brook

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Rohit Sharma Prepares for Grueling Test Season with Rigorous Workouts

With a packed Test schedule looming, Indian captain Rohit Sharma is diligently preparing to maintain his fitness. Exempted from the Duleep Trophy, Rohit has been engaging in rigorous workouts under the guidance of assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. India's Test calendar includes 10 matches between September and January, starting

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Indian Para-Badminton Stars Nitesh Kumar, Sukant Kadam Reach Paris Paralympics Semifinals

Indian para-badminton players Nitesh Kumar and Sukant Kadam have secured their spots in the semifinals of the men's singles SL3 and SL4 categories, respectively, at the Paris Paralympics. Nitesh, a silver medalist at the Asian Para Games in 2021, dominated his last group match against Thailand's

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South Delhi Superstarz Shatter T20 Record with 308/5

The Delhi Premier League T20 (DPLT20) witnessed an extraordinary display of batting prowess as South Delhi Superstarz amassed a staggering 308/5 in 20 overs against North Delhi Strikers. This remarkable total shattered records and left spectators in awe. The carnage was orchestrated by Ayush Badoni and Priyansh Arya, who

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Jonnie Peacock: From Near-Death to Paralympic Glory

Jonnie Peacock's journey to Paralympic stardom is a testament to resilience and the unwavering support of his mother, Linda. Diagnosed with meningitis at age five, Peacock faced the possibility of losing his life. However, thanks to the quick thinking of his mother and the skill of surgeon Per

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NHL Star Johnny Gaudreau and Brother Killed in Bicycle Accident

Tragedy has struck the hockey world as Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were tragically killed in a bicycle accident on Thursday night in New Jersey. The 31-year-old Gaudreau, known affectionately as "Johnny Hockey," and his 29-year-old brother were struck by a vehicle in

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Italian Prodigy Andrea Kimi Antonelli to Replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes in 2025

Italian prodigy Andrea Kimi Antonelli is set to make history as he joins Mercedes in Formula One next season, replacing the legendary Lewis Hamilton. The 18-year-old from Bologna has had a remarkable youth career, winning multiple championships and showcasing exceptional talent. Antonelli's journey to Formula One began in

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Harbhajan Singh Warns India: Spin Prowess at Risk Due to Pitch Conditions

India's Spin Prowess: Harbhajan Singh Raises Concerns About Pitch Conditions After a prolonged period of limited-overs cricket, the Indian cricket team is set to return to the Test arena next month. However, former spin great Harbhajan Singh has expressed concerns about the team's ability to play

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Chelsea and Arsenal Make Deadline Day Swaps: Sancho In, Sterling Out

Chelsea's transfer deadline day was a whirlwind of activity, with the club reportedly securing a loan deal for Jadon Sancho from Manchester United and Raheem Sterling departing for Arsenal on a similar arrangement. Sancho's move to Stamford Bridge comes after a disappointing spell at Old Trafford,

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Jonty Rhodes Declares Ravindra Jadeja as the "Best Fielder" in Modern Cricket

Ravindra Jadeja, the versatile Indian all-rounder, has been hailed as the "best fielder" in modern cricket by former South African cricketer and Pro Cricket League brand ambassador Jonty Rhodes. Rhodes, renowned for his exceptional fielding skills, praised Jadeja's ability to excel at any position on the

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Sir Garfield Sobers' Six Sixes: A Legendary Cricket Milestone

Sir Garfield Sobers' Historic Six Sixes: A Legendary Feat in Cricket On August 31, 1968, the legendary West Indian cricketer Sir Garfield Sobers etched his name into the annals of cricket history by becoming the first player to hit six consecutive sixes in an over. This remarkable feat occurred

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Australian Cricketers Face Hilarious Lie Detector Test

Australian cricketers Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Pat Cummins, Usman Khawaja, and Josh Hazlewood faced a hilarious lie detector test on the 'Fletch and Hindy' show on the Fox Network. The test involved asking the players amusing questions, with a blue light indicating a truthful answer and

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Gaby Lewis to Lead Ireland in White-Ball Series Against England

Gaby Lewis, Ireland's experienced all-rounder, will lead the team in their upcoming white-ball series against England at home. Lewis has recovered from a quad strain sustained earlier this month and will take over the captaincy from Laura Delany, who is still recovering from an ankle ligament injury. Alice

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Shoriful Islam Ruled Out of Pakistan Test, Races Against Time for India Series

Shoriful Islam, Bangladesh's promising left-arm fast bowler, has been ruled out of the second Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi due to a groin injury. The injury has put his participation in the upcoming two-Test series against India next month in jeopardy. According to Bangladesh team physio Bayjedul Islam

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Bangladesh Bowl First in Resumed Rawalpindi Test

Bangladesh Opt to Bowl First in Rain-Hit Rawalpindi Test After a rain-soaked opening day, the second day of the second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh commenced under a warm and sunny sky in Rawalpindi. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to bowl first, citing the moisture

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BCCI Mulls Fate of Two-Bouncer Clause and Impact Player Rule

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is contemplating the retention of two significant playing conditions from the previous domestic and Indian Premier League (IPL) season: the two-bouncer clause and the Impact Player rule. Two-Bouncer Clause: Introduced last season in domestic cricket and the IPL, the two-bouncer rule

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Samit Dravid Earns Maiden India Under-19 Call-Up

Samit Dravid, the son of legendary Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid, has earned his maiden call-up to the India Under-19 squad for the upcoming multi-format home series against Australia Under-19. The series, scheduled for September and October, will feature three 50-over matches and two four-day games. Dravid, an all-rounder, has impressed

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Indian Paralympians Impress in Paris, Badminton Star Solaimalai Stuns

Indian Paralympians Shine in Paris, Badminton Star Sivarajan Solaimalai Impresses The Indian contingent at the Paris 2024 Paralympics has made a strong start, returning with four medals on Friday. While not all athletes have secured podium finishes, many have showcased exceptional performances, including badminton star Sivarajan Solaimalai. In a men&

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India's Paralympic Stars Set for Action-Packed Saturday in Paris

India's Schedule at Paris Paralympics 2024: Saturday, August 31 India's Paralympic contingent will continue their quest for glory on Saturday, August 31, with a packed schedule of events. Among the highlights will be the performance of armless archer Sheetal Devi, who has already made a strong

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Suryakumar Yadav's Test Comeback Hopes Dented by Hand Injury

India's T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav's hopes of a Test comeback have been dealt a blow after he suffered a hand injury while fielding for Mumbai in the Buchi Babu tournament. The extent of the injury is yet to be determined, but it is a significant concern

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India's Champions Trophy Participation in Pakistan Remains Uncertain

India's participation in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan remains uncertain, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) yet to confirm their plans. Last year, Pakistan co-hosted the Asia Cup under a hybrid model, with India playing their matches in Sri Lanka due to security