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ICC Releases Additional Tickets for T20 World Cup, Including India-Pakistan Clash

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released additional tickets for highly anticipated matches in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, including the blockbuster clash between India and Pakistan on June 9. The tournament, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, has witnessed an overwhelming demand for tickets,

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Rohit Sharma Expresses Disappointment Over Rahul Dravid's Departure

India's skipper, Rohit Sharma, expressed his disappointment over Rahul Dravid's decision to step down as head coach after the T20 World Cup. Sharma revealed that he had attempted to persuade Dravid to remain in his position, but the latter had made up his mind to move

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Cameron Green Cherishes Experience Playing Alongside Virat Kohli in IPL

Cameron Green, the Australian all-rounder, had an unforgettable experience during his first season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The opportunity to bat alongside the legendary Virat Kohli and share the dressing room with him was a highlight for Green. Green was initially acquired

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Hanuma Vihari Obtains NOC from Andhra Cricket Association After Dispute

Hanuma Vihari Secures NOC from Andhra Cricket Association After Bitter Dispute Indian Test batter Hanuma Vihari has finally obtained his no objection certificate (NOC) from the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) after a protracted dispute with the state body. The NOC will allow Vihari to represent another state in domestic cricket

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Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek to Clash in French Open Semifinals

Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek, the defending champion, will face off in the French Open semifinals after securing victories on June 4. Gauff, the No. 3 seed, rallied to defeat Ons Jabeur 4-6, 6-2, 6-3, reaching the semifinals of a third consecutive Grand Slam tournament. Swiatek, the No. 1 seed,

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Yusuf Pathan Leads in Baharampur, Embraces Politics with Sportsman Spirit

Yusuf Pathan, the former Indian cricketer who played a pivotal role in India's 2007 T20 World Cup triumph, has embarked on a new journey in politics. As a Trinamool Congress candidate, he is leading the race in the Baharampur Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal's Murshidabad

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Team India Eyes T20 World Cup Glory in 2024

Team India embarks on its ICC T20 World Cup 2024 journey with a crucial opening match against Ireland on Wednesday. Led by the experienced Rohit Sharma, the team aims to shed the disappointment of last year's ODI World Cup final loss and make a strong start in this

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Kirti Azad Stuns BJP, Set for Major Victory in West Bengal

Kirti Azad, the former Indian cricketer and current Trinamool Congress candidate, is on the verge of a stunning victory in the Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency in West Bengal. Leading by over 1.37 lakh votes, Azad is set to defeat one of the BJP's most senior state leaders, Dilip Ghosh.

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Swiatek Continues Dominance at Roland Garros, Reaches Semifinals

Iga Swiatek's relentless dominance at Roland Garros continued on Tuesday as she cruised past Marketa Vondrousova 6-0, 6-2 to reach the semifinals. The top seed extended her winning streak to 35 consecutive sets, including three straight bagel sets in Paris. Swiatek's resurgence since her near-elimination against

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Gautam Gambhir Ideal Candidate to Lead Indian Cricket, Says Lalchand Rajput

Former India coach Lalchand Rajput has endorsed Gautam Gambhir as the ideal candidate to lead Indian cricket forward. Rajput lauds Gambhir's astute tactical acumen and unwavering determination, highlighting his invaluable experience as a two-time World Cup winner. Gambhir's successful tenure with the Kolkata Knight Riders in

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England Begin T20 World Cup Defense Against Scotland at Kensington Oval

England, the defending T20 World Cup champions, will kick off their title defense against Scotland at the historic Kensington Oval in Barbados. The match marks the first-ever meeting between the two nations in the shortest format of the game. England enters the tournament with mixed form in white-ball cricket. After

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Cummins Confident of Best T20 Form in Decade Ahead of World Cup

Australian pace spearhead Pat Cummins is brimming with confidence ahead of the T20 World Cup, believing his game is in its best shape in a decade. Fresh from a successful stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Cummins has joined the Australian squad in Barbados, ready to make his mark.

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Rohan Bopanna Selects N Sriram Balaji as Olympic Doubles Partner

Rohan Bopanna, India's veteran doubles specialist, has chosen N Sriram Balaji as his partner for the upcoming Paris Olympics. The decision was conveyed to the All India Tennis Association (AITA) in a letter, and is unlikely to face any objections. Balaji, who impressed with his performance at the

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Irfan Pathan Advocates for Rishabh Pant at No. 3 in T20 World Cup Opener

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has advocated for Rishabh Pant to bat at No. 3 in India's T20 World Cup 2024 opener against Ireland. Pathan believes this strategy, which proved successful in the warm-up match against Bangladesh, would provide India with a left-handed batter in the powerplay, making

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Ons Jabeur: The Minister of Happiness at Roland Garros

Ons Jabeur, the Tunisian tennis star, has emerged as a beacon of joy and camaraderie at the ongoing Roland Garros tournament. Her infectious enthusiasm and playful antics have brought smiles to the faces of fellow players and fans alike. On Monday, as Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka secured their spots

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Hardik Pandya Silences Critics with Match-Winning Knock in T20 World Cup Warm-Up

India's vice-captain Hardik Pandya has silenced his critics with a match-winning knock against Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup warm-up fixture. Pandya's unbeaten 40 off just 23 balls helped India post a total of 182/5, striking two fours and four sixes. There had been a

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Afghanistan Coach Praises Dwayne Bravo's Impact on Bowling Unit

Afghanistan's head coach Jonathan Trott has hailed the appointment of Dwayne Bravo as the team's bowling coach for the ongoing T20 World Cup. Trott believes that Bravo's extensive experience in franchise cricket has significantly impacted the approach of Afghanistan's bowlers, making his

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India's T20 World Cup Team Balance Under Scrutiny

India's T20 World Cup Team Balance Raises Concerns, Says Scott Styris Former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris has expressed concerns about the balance of the Indian team participating in the ongoing T20 World Cup. While acknowledging the talent within the squad, Styris highlighted weaknesses that could hinder their

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Lakshya Sen Storms into Indonesia Open Second Round with Straight-Game Win

Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen made a strong start to the Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament, securing a straight-game victory over Japan's Kanta Tsuneyama in the men's singles first round. Sen dominated the match, taking just 40 minutes to dispatch Tsuneyama 21-12, 21-17. Sen's

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Shaheen Afridi Withdraws from Hundred, Eyes Global T20

Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan's star fast bowler, has withdrawn from the Hundred tournament to potentially join Canada's Global T20 league. This move comes as a significant blow to the Hundred, which is set to clash directly with the Global T20 in 2024. Afridi, who played for

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India's Star-Studded Cricketers Aim to Break ICC Trophy Drought at T20 World Cup

India's star-studded cricket team embarks on a quest to break their ICC trophy drought at the T20 World Cup, facing a spirited Ireland in their Group A opener on Wednesday. Despite being slightly underprepared and facing uncertainties about their optimal lineup, the "Men in Blue" are

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India-Pakistan Rivalry to Reignite in T20 World Cup

India-Pakistan Rivalry Set to Reignite in T20 World Cup The highly anticipated India-Pakistan rivalry will once again take center stage in the ongoing T20 World Cup, with the two arch-rivals set to clash on June 9 in New York. The last two T20 World Cup encounters between the two sides

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Sania Mirza Hints at Love Search After Shoaib Malik Split

Former tennis star Sania Mirza has hinted that she is still searching for love after her separation from ex-Pakistan cricket team captain Shoaib Malik. In January 2023, Malik announced his marriage to Pakistani actor Sana Javed, confirming rumors of his split with Sania. During a recent appearance on "The

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Dravid Unhappy with Practice Facilities at T20 World Cup

Rahul Dravid, India's head coach, has expressed dissatisfaction with the practice facilities provided for the T20 World Cup in New York. The teams are practicing at Cantiague Park, a public park, while the matches will be played at the Nassau County Cricket Stadium, located five miles away. Dravid

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Aaron Jones's Explosive 94* Powers USA to Historic T20 World Cup Victory

USA's Aaron Jones has emerged as a cricketing sensation after his explosive performance in the T20 World Cup match against Canada. His unbeaten 94 off just 40 deliveries propelled the co-hosts to a remarkable seven-wicket victory, etching his name in the tournament's record books. Jones'