Cricket

CSK's Gaikwad Impresses as Batting Coach Hussey Praises Leadership

Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey has heaped praise on newly-appointed skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, hailing him as a "smart, cricket-savvy" leader who has excelled in rotating bowlers and setting fields. Following CSK's comprehensive 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT), Hussey lauded Gaikwad'

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Dhoni's Rare Emotional Outburst After Jadeja's IPL Heroics

MS Dhoni, renowned for his composed demeanor on the field, displayed a rare outburst of emotion during last year's IPL final. The incident occurred after Ravindra Jadeja's heroic performance guided Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to their fifth IPL title. In the rain-affected match, CSK faced a

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Lakshya Sen's Resurgence: From Lean Patch to Olympic Qualification

Lakshya Sen's career took a downturn in the latter half of 2022, with a string of early exits and a split from coach Anup Sridhar. His Olympic qualification chances seemed bleak as he slipped in the rankings. However, the 22-year-old has staged a remarkable turnaround, reaching the semi-finals

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Liam Dawson Ends Test Ambitions, Prioritizes T20 Cricket

Liam Dawson, the 34-year-old English spin-bowling all-rounder, has acknowledged that his Test cricket aspirations are over. Dawson, who last played a Test in 2017, was not selected for England's tour of India this winter, despite being the leading English spinner in last year's County Championship. Dawson

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Suryakumar Yadav Reveals Extent of Injury, Sidelined with Sports Hernia

Mumbai Indians' struggles in the ongoing IPL 2024 season have been compounded by the absence of star batter Suryakumar Yadav, who remains sidelined due to injury. The team has lost its first two matches, highlighting the void left by Yadav's absence. Ahead of MI's second

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Riyan Parag's Resurgence: Hard Work Pays Off for Rajasthan Royals Star

Riyan Parag's resurgence in IPL 2023 has been a testament to his hard work and dedication. After a disappointing campaign last year, where he managed only 78 runs in seven innings, Parag has bounced back with a vengeance, scoring 127 runs in just two innings this season. Parag&

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Riyan Parag's 84* Powers Rajasthan Royals to 185/5 Against Delhi Capitals

Riyan Parag's scintillating 84 not out off 45 balls propelled Rajasthan Royals to a competitive 185 for 5 against Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League encounter on Thursday. Parag, who had impressed with a 43 in the Royals' previous match, unleashed a whirlwind assault on veteran

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Indian Hockey Star Sreejesh and Chilean Defender Caram Appointed Co-Chairs of FIH Athletes Committee

Indian hockey star PR Sreejesh and Chilean defender Camila Caram have been appointed as co-chairs of the International Hockey Federation's (FIH) newly established Athletes Committee. This appointment marks a significant step towards empowering athletes and ensuring their voices are heard in the decision-making process of the sport. The

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CSK's Sameer Rizvi Makes Explosive IPL Debut with Sixes Off Rashid Khan

Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) latest acquisition, Sameer Rizvi, made an unforgettable debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Gujarat Titans on March 26. The 20-year-old from Meerut announced his arrival in style, smashing two sixes off Rashid Khan's first two deliveries. Rizvi's fearless approach

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Zak Crawley: England to Refine Aggressive Approach After India Series

Zak Crawley, England's leading run-scorer in the recent Test series against India, believes that the team will not abandon their aggressive approach despite their shortcomings in the subcontinent. However, he acknowledges the need for refinement to capitalize on their dominant positions. Crawley emphasized that England's faith

Football

AIFF Technical Committee Unhappy with Stimac After Afghanistan Loss

The All India Football Federation's (AIFF) technical committee has expressed dissatisfaction with head coach Igor Stimac following India's disappointing performance in the recent friendlies against Afghanistan. The committee met on Thursday to discuss the team's 2-1 home defeat and 0-0 away draw against the

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Abhishek Sharma's Record-Breaking Knock Revives SRH's Hopes

Abhishek Sharma's blistering knock against Mumbai Indians on Wednesday night has reignited hopes for Sunrisers Hyderabad. The 23-year-old left-hander smashed the fastest fifty for SRH, a 16-ball masterpiece that earned him the player of the match award. Sharma's performance is a testament to SRH's

Tennis

Dominic Thiem's Wrist Injury Resurfaces, Delays ATP Tour Return

Dominic Thiem's recent video message sparked concerns among his followers, but the Austrian star has clarified that he is not retiring. Instead, he is facing a setback in his recovery from a right wrist injury. Thiem skipped the Sunshine Double to participate in ATP Challenger events on clay,

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Tigers Open Season with 1-0 Win Over White Sox Behind Skubal's Gem

The Detroit Tigers kicked off their season with a 1-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday, thanks to a stellar performance from starting pitcher Tarik Skubal. Skubal, making his first opening-day start, was dominant over six innings, allowing just three hits and striking out six batters without issuing

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Martini's Historic Homers Power Reds to Opening Day Victory

Nick Martini's historic opening day performance propelled the Cincinnati Reds to an emphatic 8-2 victory over the Washington Nationals. The 33-year-old outfielder, making his first opening day start, electrified the crowd with two towering home runs, becoming the first Reds player to achieve the feat since Adam Dunn

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Women's Red-Ball Cricket Returns to India with East Zone Dominating

Women's red-ball cricket made a triumphant return to India's domestic calendar after a six-year hiatus, with the Senior Women Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy kicking off in Pune on March 28. East Zone, led by Deepti Sharma, opted to bat first and put up a formidable 385 for

Tennis

Rybakina Reaches Miami Open Final After Thrilling Azarenka Victory

Elena Rybakina, the 2023 Wimbledon champion, is on the cusp of claiming her maiden Miami Open title after a hard-fought victory over former world No. 1 Victoria Azarenka in the semifinals. The Kazakh star overcame a second-set setback and a late surge from Azarenka to prevail 6-4, 0-6, 7-6 (2)

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Indian Hopes Dim as Foreigners Dominate Hero Indian Open Opening Day

The Hero Indian Open, often referred to as the National Open, has witnessed a dearth of Indian winners in recent years. The last local triumph came in 2017, and the opening day of the 2023 edition suggests that the drought may continue. On a day of low scoring, Dutchman Joost

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IPL 2024: RR-DC Match Halted Due to Foreign Player Substitution Confusion

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) witnessed a controversial interruption due to a misunderstanding regarding the tournament's rules on foreign player substitutions. The incident occurred when RR decided to field Rovman Powell as a substitute fielder after starting the

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Mumbai Indians Face Uphill Battle After Two Consecutive IPL Defeats

Mumbai Indians' IPL 2024 campaign has started with two consecutive defeats, raising concerns among fans and experts alike. The franchise's decision to trade Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans and appoint him as captain has come under scrutiny after the team's poor start. In their opening

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Dimitrov Stuns Alcaraz, Rybakina Reaches Miami Open Final

In a stunning upset, eleventh-seeded Grigor Dimitrov dethroned top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz 6-2, 6-4 in the Miami Open quarterfinals, marking his first victory over a top-five player in nearly five years. Dimitrov's triumph sets up a semifinal clash with fourth-seeded Alexander Zverev, who defeated unseeded Fabian Marozsan 6-3, 7-5.

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Danielle Collins Reaches Miami Open Final in Farewell Tour Triumph

Danielle Collins' farewell tour has reached its peak at the Miami Open, where the American has stormed into her first WTA 1000 final. Collins' impressive run continued with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over Ekaterina Alexandrova, setting up a championship clash with 2023 finalist Elena Rybakina. Collins'

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Riyan Parag's Heroics Power Rajasthan Royals to Thrilling IPL Victory

Riyan Parag's heroics propelled Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling 12-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday. Despite battling illness for the past three days, Parag's remarkable innings of 84 not out off 45 balls spearheaded Rajasthan Royals to a formidable

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Steve Smith Praises MS Dhoni's Unparalleled Cricketing Acumen and Leadership

Australian cricket legend Steve Smith has heaped praise upon former Indian captain MS Dhoni, hailing him as an unparalleled cricketing mind and exceptional leader. Smith, who played alongside Dhoni during his stint with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), described the experience as "tremendous," highlighting Dhoni's exceptional

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Maple Leafs Crush Capitals 5-1, Bertuzzi Scores Twice

Toronto's Maple Leafs emerged victorious over the Washington Capitals 5-1 on Thursday night, fueled by Tyler Bertuzzi's two goals and Joseph Woll's impressive performance in net. Bertuzzi, who has now scored six goals in his last seven games, opened the scoring for Toronto in