Cricket

Babar Azam's Reappointment as Pakistan Captain Backfires, Former Players Criticize Leadership

Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to reinstate Babar Azam as captain has backfired spectacularly, leading to the team's premature exit from the T20 World Cup 2024. Babar's reappointment, following a brief stint by Shaheen Afridi, has drawn widespread criticism, with former players questioning his

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French Open Breaks Attendance and Viewership Records

The 2023 French Open witnessed a surge in attendance and viewership, setting new records for the tournament. A staggering 675,080 spectators flocked to Roland Garros, marking a 6.6% increase from the previous year. This influx of fans contributed to an electrifying atmosphere throughout the two-week event. The men&

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India, South Africa Clash in Crucial ODI for Form and Qualification

India and South Africa will face off in a crucial ODI match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday, with both teams seeking to achieve their respective goals. India aims to stabilize its ODI form, while South Africa seeks vital qualification points for the 2025 ODI World Cup.

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USA's Netravalkar: AI Engineer and Cricket Star

The T20 World Cup has witnessed a historic moment as newcomers USA have advanced to the Super 8 stage, eliminating Pakistan in the process. This remarkable achievement has been largely attributed to the exceptional performance of Saurabh Netravalkar, a left-arm pacer who has played a pivotal role in USA'

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Harmanpreet Kaur Advocates for Points-Based System in Women's Cricket Series

India's women's cricket team captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, has expressed her support for the implementation of a points-based system in multi-format cricket series. She believes that such a system would enhance motivation and add significance to each match. In recent times, India has played multi-format home series

Football

Switzerland Soar to Victory in Euro 2024 Opener

Switzerland made a resounding start to their Euro 2024 campaign, securing a convincing 3-1 victory over Hungary in Cologne on June 15. Murat Yakin's side showcased their attacking prowess, scoring three goals in the first half to set the tone for the match. Kwadwo Duah, making only his

Football

16-Year-Old Lamine Yamal to Make History at Euro 2024

Lamine Yamal, a prodigious 16-year-old winger for Barcelona, is poised to make history as the youngest player to ever grace the European Championship. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has selected Yamal to start their opening match against Croatia on June 15. Yamal's selection eclipses the previous record

Football

Spain and Croatia Clash in Euro 2024 Group B Opener

Spain and Croatia, two European football powerhouses, will face off in a highly anticipated Group B encounter at the Euro 2024 in Berlin on Saturday. Spain, under the guidance of coach Luis de la Fuente, will be looking to make a strong start to their campaign with a victory over

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Pakistan Faces Ireland in Crucial T20 World Cup Clash

Match 36 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 pits Pakistan, currently ranked third in the points table, against Ireland, who sit in fifth place. The two teams will face off at the Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida on June 16th, 2024,

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Kohli's Form Slump Overshadowed by Unwavering Fan Support

Virat Kohli's Form Slump Overshadowed by Unwavering Fan Support Despite a disappointing T20 World Cup performance, Virat Kohli's popularity among Indian fans remains unyielding. The former India captain endured a string of low scores in the tournament, but his connection with his supporters was evident in

Tennis

Wimbledon Prize Money Soars to Record £50 Million, Singles Champions to Earn £2.7 Million

Wimbledon's total prize money fund has witnessed a significant increase, reaching a record-breaking 50 million pounds (approximately $64 million). This represents a 5.3 million pound ($6.8 million) increase from last year, marking an impressive 11.9% growth. Notably, this amount is double the 25 million pounds

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USA Pacer Saurabh Netravalkar Thanks Oracle for Balancing Cricket and Tech Career

Saurabh Netravalkar, the star USA pacer, has expressed his gratitude to Oracle for their unwavering support, which has enabled him to balance his passion for cricket alongside his thriving tech career. Netravalkar, a Mumbai native, has made a name for himself in the cricketing world while also pursuing a career

Football

Hungary and Switzerland Set for Euro 2024 Clash

Hungary and Switzerland will clash in a pivotal Group A encounter at Euro 2024 on Saturday, June 15. Hungary, under the guidance of coach Marco Rossi, has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, thanks to the dynamic presence of Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai. Rossi has urged his team

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Namibia and England Clash in Closely Contested Matchup

Namibia and England, both with three matches played, find themselves in a close battle for points in the ongoing tournament. Namibia currently sits fourth on the table, while England occupies the third spot. In their previous encounter, Namibia faced a formidable Australian side and succumbed to a nine-wicket defeat. Gerhard

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Sri Lanka Women Break West Indies ODI Jinx with Six-Wicket Victory

Sri Lanka's women's cricket team secured a historic victory over West Indies in the first ODI of their three-match series in Hambantota on Saturday. The hosts triumphed by six wickets, marking their first ODI win against the Caribbean side since 2015. West Indies, sent in to

Tennis

Sebastian Korda Reaches First Grass-Court Final, Eyes Wimbledon Glory

Sebastian Korda, the 23-year-old American tennis star, has made a significant breakthrough on grass courts, reaching his first tour-level final on the surface at the 's-Hertogenbosch tournament. Korda's impressive performance has raised expectations that he could make a major impact at Wimbledon this year. In the semifinals,

Cricket

Pakistan's T20 World Cup Exit Sparks Calls for Overhaul, Babar's Captaincy Under Scrutiny

Pakistan's disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup has sparked widespread criticism and calls for a major overhaul. The team's performance has been marred by defeats to minnows USA and arch-rivals India, leading to questions about the leadership of captain Babar Azam. Former England captain Michael

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Namibia vs England: A T20 World Cup Clash of Titans

Namibia vs England: A Clash of Titans in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 Match 34 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 promises an enthralling encounter between Namibia and England at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, on June 15.

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Shahid Afridi Defends Babar Azam Amidst Pakistan's T20 World Cup Exit

Pakistan's disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup has sparked widespread speculation about the future of several key players, including captain Babar Azam. Former Pakistan captains Wasim Akram, Salman Butt, and Shahid Afridi have openly criticized Babar's leadership and form, leading to rumors that the selection

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Veteran Sports Journalist Harpal Singh Bedi Passes Away at 72

Harpal Singh Bedi, a veteran sports journalist who chronicled the highs and lows of Indian sports for over four decades, passed away on Saturday after a prolonged illness. He was 72. Bedi's illustrious career spanned eight Olympic Games, countless Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Cricket and Hockey World Cups,

Football

Montenegro Goalkeeper Matija Sarkic Dies at 26

Matija Sarkic, the 26-year-old Montenegro goalkeeper who played for English second-tier club Millwall, has tragically passed away. The club announced his untimely demise on June 15, without disclosing any further details. Sarkic's most recent international appearance was on June 5, in a 2-0 loss to Belgium. It marked

Cricket

Trent Boult Retires from T20 World Cups, Signaling End of an Era for New Zealand

Trent Boult, the legendary New Zealand fast bowler, has announced his retirement from T20 World Cups, marking a significant moment in the team's history. With 32 wickets in 17 T20 World Cup matches, Boult has been a key contributor to New Zealand's success in the tournament.

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Cricket Scotland Racism Probe: Investigators Deny "Exonerating" Anyone

The investigation into allegations of racism in Scottish cricket has sparked controversy, with the investigators denying they "exonerated" anyone despite referrals leading to "learnings" but no disciplinary action. Over 50 referrals of alleged racist behavior have been investigated by Harper Macleod LLP, Bishop Lloyd Jackson Solicitors,

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Kohli's Form and Pitch Conditions in Focus as India Face Canada

India vs Canada: Kohli's Form and Pitch Conditions in Focus India will face Canada in their final group match of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, with all eyes on Virat Kohli's form and the pitch conditions at the Broward County stadium. Kohli, who has struggled

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Imrul Kayes Slams Sehwag for Disrespectful Comments on Shakib

Former Bangladesh cricketer Imrul Kayes has strongly condemned Virender Sehwag's recent criticism of Shakib Al Hasan, calling it disrespectful and unwarranted. Sehwag had criticized Shakib's performance in the T20 World Cup 2024, suggesting that he should retire and remember his Bangladeshi identity. Kayes, in an interview