Cricket
Paarl Royals, one of the six franchises in the South African T20 league (SA20), have retained ten South African players for the upcoming 2025 season. Captain David Miller, fast bowler Lungi Ngidi, and all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo are among the notable names on the list. The Royals have also retained Kwena
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Yusuf Dikec, a 51-year-old Turkish shooter, has become an internet sensation after winning a silver medal in the 10-meter air pistol mixed team event at the Paris Olympics. Dikec's unique style and aura have captivated audiences worldwide, making him an instant icon. Unlike other shooters who wear specialized
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Katie Ledecky, the swimming prodigy, has cemented her status as one of the greatest swimmers of all time by securing her second Olympic gold medal in the women's 1,500-meter freestyle at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. This latest triumph adds to her unmatched dominance in long-distance freestyle
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Leon Marchand, the French swimming sensation, has etched his name in Olympic history by becoming the first swimmer to win the 200m butterfly and 200m breaststroke double in a single session. The 22-year-old, dubbed the "French Michael Phelps," has already secured three gold medals in five days of
Cricket
Neil Brand, the former Test captain who led a second-string South African side in New Zealand earlier this year, has been appointed to lead a South Africa A team against Sri Lanka A next month. The series, which runs from August 31 to September 18, will include three one-day games
Cricket
MS Dhoni, the legendary Indian cricketer and former captain of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), is adopting a cautious approach regarding his future in the Indian Premier League (IPL). With the IPL governing council currently formulating plans for the 2025 season, including auction and retention strategies, Dhoni is keen to
Cricket
Rohit Sharma, the victorious captain of India's T20 World Cup triumph, has become a beacon of admiration and affection for cricket enthusiasts worldwide. His recent decision to retire from T20Is has shifted his focus solely to 50-over internationals, with the upcoming ODI series in Sri Lanka marking his
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Manchester City has been penalized £2.09 million ($2.68 million, 2.48 million euros) by the Premier League for 22 instances of delaying the kick-off or restart of matches over the past two seasons. The English champions have accepted the punishment, which is unrelated to the 115 charges they
Cricket
As India embarks on a three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka in Colombo, the team management faces a crucial decision: selecting between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant as the long-term wicketkeeper-batter. Rahul has held the position since the 2022 Asia Cup, showcasing consistency with both bat and gloves. In 21
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India's race walkers endured a disappointing outing at the Tokyo Olympics, with Vikash Singh and Paramjeet Singh finishing well down the field in the men's 20km event. Vikash Singh crossed the line in 30th place with a time of 1 hour 22 minutes and 36 seconds,
Cricket
Sri Lanka's triumphant women's cricket team, fresh from their Asia Cup victory, will embark on a historic tour of Ireland from August 11-20. This will mark Sri Lanka's maiden bilateral tour of Ireland and Ireland's first home series of the year. The
Cricket
Ravi Shastri, the former Indian cricketer and head coach, has hailed Rohit Sharma as one of the greatest Indian captains in history, predicting that his legacy will be cemented after the 2024 T20 World Cup triumph. Since taking over the captaincy in 2021, Sharma has transformed India's fortunes,