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Harlequins Swing the Bat to Reach Champions Cup Semi-Finals

Harlequins' audacious approach propelled them to a thrilling 42-41 victory over Bordeaux-Begles in the Champions Cup quarter-finals, securing their first semi-final appearance in the tournament's history. The English side, led by director of rugby Billy Millard, displayed unwavering determination and attacking prowess throughout the high-octane encounter. Millard&

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Casper Ruud Stuns Novak Djokovic in Monte Carlo Semifinals

Casper Ruud Stuns Novak Djokovic in Monte Carlo Semifinals In a thrilling upset, Casper Ruud has defeated world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the semifinals of the Monte Carlo Masters, 6-4, 1-6, 6-4. The victory marks the biggest win of Ruud's career and ends Djokovic's 11-match

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Manchester City Top Premier League, Newcastle Thrash Tottenham

Manchester City ascended to the Premier League summit with a comfortable 5-1 victory over Luton Town at the Etihad Stadium, while Newcastle United stunned Tottenham Hotspur 4-0 on Saturday. Amidst a demanding schedule, Pep Guardiola's City side welcomed a relatively straightforward fixture between the two legs of their

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La Liga Academy Expands to Kolkata with Bhawanipore FC Partnership

La Liga Academy Football Schools, a global initiative of the Spanish football league, has expanded its presence in India by partnering with Bhawanipore FC in Kolkata. This collaboration marks the academy's foray into the vibrant football landscape of West Bengal. The partnership aims to establish a center of

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Naomi Osaka Eyes Paris Olympics Return, Aims for Medal

Former world number one Naomi Osaka has expressed her desire to compete in the upcoming Paris Olympics, scheduled for 2024. The four-time Grand Slam champion, who lit the cauldron at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Games in 2021, is eager to represent Japan once again on the Olympic stage.

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Haller's Dortmund Return Cut Short by Ankle Injury, Champions League Hopes in Jeopardy

Sébastien Haller's return to Borussia Dortmund's starting lineup was cut short on Saturday due to an ankle injury, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming Champions League clash against Atlético Madrid. Haller, who had been sidelined with an ankle injury since returning from the Africa

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KKR's Gautam Gambhir Distributes Sweets on Bengali New Year Eve

Kolkata Knight Riders' Gautam Gambhir Spreads Sweetness on Bengali New Year Eve In a heartwarming gesture, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor Gautam Gambhir distributed sweets to media personnel on the eve of Bengali New Year. The thoughtful act came after KKR's pre-match press conference ahead of their

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Surrey Establish 73-Run Lead in County Championship Opener

Surrey's quest for a three-peat in the County Championship got off to a promising start as they established a 73-run lead over Somerset at the Kia Oval. Dom Sibley's first century at home since returning in 2023, along with contributions from Rory Burns, Jamie Smith, and

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Raducanu Leads Britain, Japan Makes History in Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers

Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu led Great Britain to a thrilling 3-1 victory over France in the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, securing their place in the championship-deciding round. Despite battling injuries throughout the season, Raducanu showcased her resilience by defeating Diane Parry in a hard-fought three-set match. Japan

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India Suffers Fifth Consecutive Defeat to Australia in Hockey Test Series

India's hockey team, led by Harmanpreet Singh, faced a disappointing 5-0 defeat against Australia in the fifth and final match of their bilateral test series at the Perth Hockey Stadium. Despite taking an early lead through their captain, India succumbed to a fifth consecutive loss, extending Australia'

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Rajasthan Royals Snatch Last-Over Win from Punjab Kings in IPL Thriller

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 witnessed another nail-biting encounter on Saturday, with Rajasthan Royals (RR) edging out Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a low-scoring thriller. PBKS, batting first, struggled to gain momentum, posting a modest 147/8 in 20 overs. Ashutosh Sharma (31), Jitesh Sharma (29), and Liam Livingstone (21)

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Jennings Shines for Lancashire Despite England Snub

Lancashire's Keaton Jennings, fresh from his disappointment at missing out on England's Test tour to India, made a strong start to his Vitality County Championship campaign with a half-century against Hampshire. Jennings, who impressed as part of the England Lions squad supporting the Test team in

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Delhi Capitals Triumph Over Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2024

Delhi Capitals (DC) emerged victorious in their second match of IPL 2024, defeating Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by six wickets on Friday. Opting to bat first, LSG posted a competitive 167/7 in 20 overs, with Ayush Badoni anchoring the innings with an unbeaten 55. DC's chase was

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Manchester United Held to Draw by Resurgent Bournemouth

Manchester United's struggles continued as they were held to a 2-2 draw by a spirited Bournemouth side at Old Trafford. Despite fielding a strong lineup, United looked sluggish and disjointed from the outset, allowing Bournemouth to take the initiative. Bournemouth's attacking intent was evident from the

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England Crush Scotland 46-0, Extend Six Nations Winning Streak

Reigning champions England continued their dominance in the Women's Six Nations, crushing Scotland 46-0 in Edinburgh on Saturday. The Red Roses, who have now won all three of their opening matches, extended their winning streak to 27 straight Six Nations games. England's dominance was evident from

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Anett Kontaveit's Tennis Journey to be Immortalized in Book

Anett Kontaveit's Tennis Journey to be Immortalized in Upcoming Book Tennis enthusiasts are in for a literary treat as Estonian publishing house Kirjastus Pilgrim announces the upcoming release of a book chronicling the life and career of former world No. 2 Anett Kontaveit. The book, set to hit

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NorthEast United FC End ISL Campaign with 3-0 Victory over Odisha FC

NorthEast United FC concluded their Indian Super League campaign with a resounding 3-0 victory over Odisha FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium on Saturday. Despite failing to qualify for the playoffs, the Highlanders put on a strong performance against the Juggernauts, who suffered their third loss in their last

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Marlins End Home Losing Streak with 5-1 Win over Braves

The Miami Marlins finally broke their home losing streak on Saturday, defeating the Atlanta Braves 5-1 behind a strong performance from Max Meyer and a timely hit from Bryan De La Cruz. Meyer, making his third start of the season, was dominant on the mound. The 25-year-old allowed just one

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Wolvaardt's Century Leads South Africa to Record Chase in Kimberley

South Africa's women's cricket team secured an unassailable 1-0 lead in their three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka after a dominant seven-wicket victory in Kimberley. Laura Wolvaardt's third century as captain, and sixth overall, propelled the Proteas to the highest successful chase in a

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Monte Carlo Semifinals: Tsitsipas and Ruud Upset Sinner and Djokovic

Monte Carlo's semifinal day was a spectacle of tennis brilliance, with the world's top two players, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, taking center stage. Despite the dazzling sunlight, the matches showcased the athleticism and entertainment value of modern clay-court tennis. Sinner and Stefanos Tsitsipas engaged in

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Punjab Kings' Batting Woes Continue in Narrow Loss to Rajasthan Royals

Punjab Kings' all-rounder Sam Curran expressed disappointment after his team's narrow three-wicket loss to Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Despite restricting Royals to a modest 147/8, Punjab's batters failed to capitalize, leaving Curran to lament their inability to finish games. Curran,

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Holger Rune Blasts ATP Scheduling After Monte Carlo Exit

Holger Rune, known for his outspoken nature, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the conditions he faced at the Monte Carlo Masters. A day after losing to Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals, Rune took to social media to criticize the ATP's scheduling, which forced him to play two matches

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CSK's Pathirana Doubtful for MI Clash, Fleming Praises Gaikwad

Ahead of the highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI), CSK head coach Stephen Fleming hinted that pacer Matheesha Pathirana could miss the game due to a minor injury. Pathirana, who has been a key performer for CSK, has missed

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Capitals Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with 4-2 Win over Lightning

The Washington Capitals' playoff hopes received a much-needed boost on Saturday as they defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 at home. The victory, their second in nine games, temporarily lifted them into the Eastern Conference's second and final wild-card spot. John Carlson's power-play goal with

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Paris Metro Faces Olympic Test Amidst Delays and Overcrowding

Paris's iconic metro system, once a source of pride for the city, has become a daily source of frustration for commuters as the French capital prepares to host the 2024 Olympics. The system, which transports millions of people daily, has been plagued by delays, overcrowding, and understaffing since