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Yorkshire Appoints Mitesh Velani as Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Yorkshire County Cricket Club has appointed Mitesh Velani as its new Chief Financial and Operations Officer, effective September 16. Velani joins Yorkshire from Saracens, where he held various leadership roles, including Finance Director and Chief Executive. Velani's appointment comes amidst significant changes at Yorkshire, both on and off

Cricket

PCB Secures Billion-Rupee Deal for Gaddafi Stadium Naming Rights

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has secured a lucrative deal worth PKR 1 billion with a private bank for the naming rights of the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The five-year agreement will see the stadium, previously named after Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, bear the bank's name. This

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Ahmed Shehzad Blasts PCB, Withdraws from Domestic Cricket

Ahmed Shehzad, a former Pakistani cricketer who was once compared to Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli, has ignited a firestorm in the cricketing world with his scathing criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). In a series of tweets, Shehzad announced his withdrawal from the Domestic Cricket Champions Cup and

Football

Mohamed Salah: Liverpool Legend and Modern-Day Maestro

Mohamed Salah, the Egyptian maestro, has etched his name among the Premier League's elite. With over 300 goal contributions in just 350 games for Liverpool, Salah continues to mesmerize fans with his prolific scoring and creative brilliance. Despite turning 32, Salah shows no signs of slowing down. Under

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Rohit Sharma to Stay Loyal to Mumbai Indians, Says Ashwin

Ravichandran Ashwin, the star Indian off-spinner, has expressed his belief that Rohit Sharma will remain loyal to the Mumbai Indians franchise in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Ashwin's comments come amidst speculation about Rohit's future with the team following his removal as captain

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Shakib Al Hasan to Play for Surrey Before India Tour

Shakib Al Hasan, the star all-rounder from Bangladesh, is set to make a brief appearance in the English County Championship for Surrey before joining his national team for their upcoming tour of India. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has granted Shakib a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the match against

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Flintoff Joins England Test Squad as Batting Consultant, Trescothick Takes White-Ball Break

Andrew Flintoff, the former England all-rounder, will join the Test squad as a batting consultant ahead of the third Test against Sri Lanka at The Oval. Flintoff's appointment comes as Marcus Trescothick, the current batting coach, takes a short break before assuming the role of interim white-ball head

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Argentine Rookie Colapinto Brushes Off Messi Comparisons Ahead of F1 Debut

Argentine rookie Franco Colapinto is set to make his Formula One debut at the Italian Grand Prix this weekend, becoming the first driver from his country to compete in the sport in over two decades. Colapinto will replace Logan Sargeant at Williams, who has struggled this season. Despite the excitement

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Gus Atkinson Joins Elite Club with Lord's Century and 10-Wicket Haul

England's Gus Atkinson has etched his name into the annals of Lord's history by becoming only the second player to achieve both a Test century and a 10-wicket haul at the iconic venue in the same season. Atkinson, 26, followed up his match-winning 118 with the

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Abhinav Bindra: Mental Health Training for Indian Athletes a Work in Progress

Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra has emphasized the importance of prioritizing mental health training for Indian athletes across all sports. He acknowledges that while progress is being made, there is still much work to be done to ensure that the benefits of mental health support reach the grassroots level. Bindra

Badminton

Nitesh Kumar Qualifies for Para Badminton Semifinals at Paris Paralympics

India's Nitesh Kumar, a 29-year-old IIT Mandi graduate, has secured a spot in the semifinals of the men's singles SL3 group A para badminton competition at the Paris Paralympics. Kumar, who suffered a permanent leg injury in an accident in 2009, displayed exceptional skill and determination

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Lucknow Super Giants Appoint Zaheer Khan as Mentor, Aiming for IPL Title

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are gearing up for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season with a renewed determination to capture the coveted title. The team has undergone significant changes, including the appointment of legendary pacer Zaheer Khan as a mentor. LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka emphasized the importance of

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CWI CEO Skeptical of ICC Test Fund, Calls for Focus on Development

The outgoing Cricket West Indies (CWI) CEO Johnny Grave has expressed skepticism about the proposed ICC Test fund, suggesting that it will not significantly impact the state of Test cricket. The fund, which aims to provide a minimum match fee of US $10,000 for players in Test matches, has

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Wheelchair Basketball: A Triumph of Resilience and Empowerment

Wheelchair basketball, a captivating sport that empowers physically challenged athletes, has gained immense popularity worldwide. With over 100 countries actively participating, it has become a staple in the Paralympic Games, showcasing the resilience and determination of these extraordinary individuals. The origins of wheelchair basketball can be traced back to the

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Rain Washes Out First Day of Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test

Persistent rain has washed out the entire first day of the second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, leaving the teams frustrated and the series in limbo. The umpires made an inspection at noon, despite the relentless downpour, and decided to abandon play for the day. The chances of

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CSK's Dhoni and Jadeja Spark Speculation with Viral Farm Photo

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) recently shared a viral image on social media featuring their iconic duo, MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja, enjoying a moment at a farm. The image has sparked excitement among fans, who have been speculating about the future of these two stalwarts in the Indian Premier League

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Andre Agassi to Inaugurate PWR DUPR Indian Tour and League, Igniting Pickleball in India

Andre Agassi to Inaugurate PWR DUPR Indian Tour and League, Boosting Pickleball in India Eight-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1 tennis player Andre Agassi will grace India in January 2023 to launch the PWR DUPR Indian Tour and League. This significant event aims to ignite the passion

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Babar Azam's Test Ranking Drop: Blessing in Disguise or Cause for Concern?

Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam has witnessed a significant drop in his ICC Test rankings, falling to the ninth position. This decline comes amidst a string of poor performances in the longest format of the game. In the recent Test against Bangladesh, Babar managed scores of 22 and

Tennis

Swiatek Powers into US Open Third Round with Dominant Display

World number one Iga Swiatek cruised into the third round of the US Open on Thursday, dismantling 217th-ranked Ena Shibahara 6-0, 6-1 in a dominant display. The Polish star, seeking her second US Open title to add to her four French Open triumphs, looked shaky in her first-round victory but

Tennis

Kyrgios Slams Sinner's Steroids Case Handling

Nick Kyrgios, the outspoken Australian tennis star, has criticized Jannik Sinner's handling of his recent steroids case. Sinner, the 2022 Wimbledon runner-up, failed two drug tests for a banned substance in March but was not suspended after successfully arguing his case in private. Kyrgios, who has been working

Football

Premier League Title Contenders Maintain Perfect Records

After two matchdays, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Brighton remain undefeated in the Premier League. Liverpool's new manager, Arne Slot, has made an impressive start with two wins and no goals conceded. Slot's first major test comes this weekend as Liverpool travels to Old Trafford to

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Real Madrid Held to Draw by Las Palmas, Girona Crush Osasuna

Real Madrid's unbeaten start to the La Liga season was put to the test on Thursday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Las Palmas. The Spanish champions found themselves trailing early on after Alberto Moleiro's fifth-minute goal, but Vinicius Junior's second-half

Tennis

Pegula's Consistency Trumps Kenin's Redemption Quest at US Open

In a captivating second-round clash at the US Open, two American women with contrasting motivations faced off: Sofia Kenin, a former prodigy seeking redemption, and Jessica Pegula, a steady climber aiming to break through a Grand Slam semifinal barrier. Kenin, once a Grand Slam champion at 21, has endured a

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Naomi Osaka Bows Out of US Open in Second Round, Expresses Gratitude

Naomi Osaka's return to the US Open ended in the second round, but the two-time champion expressed gratitude despite the straight-sets loss to Karolina Muchova. Osaka, who won the title in 2018 and 2020, missed last year's edition due to the birth of her daughter. Osaka&

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MS Dhoni's IPL Future Uncertain, Raina Advocates for Continued Mentorship

MS Dhoni's IPL Future Uncertain, Suresh Raina Advocates for Continued Mentorship The Indian Premier League (IPL) is eagerly awaiting the return of legendary wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni, but doubts linger over his participation in the upcoming season. However, Dhoni's close friend and former teammate Suresh Raina believes