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Middlesex Crush Kent Spitfires with Cracknell's 88

Middlesex secured a comfortable five-wicket victory over Kent Spitfires in the Metro Bank Cup at Beckenham, thanks to a blistering knock from Joe Cracknell. Cracknell's 88-run innings, which included two sixes and ten fours, propelled Middlesex to a target of 205 with 8.4 overs to spare. Robbie

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Oval Invincibles and London Spirit Play Out Thrilling Tie in Hundred Clash

In a thrilling encounter at Lord's, the Oval Invincibles and London Spirit played out a dramatic tie in front of a packed crowd of 17,810. The match was marked by exceptional performances from overseas stars Marizanne Kapp and Deepti Sharma. Kapp, the South African all-rounder, starred for

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Indian Spinners Restrict Sri Lanka to 240 in Second ODI

Indian spinners, led by Washington Sundar, put the Sri Lankan batters to the test in the second ODI in Colombo on August 4. The spinners' guile and accuracy on a pitch that offered assistance proved too much for the Lankan batsmen, who were restricted to a modest total of

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Zak Crawley Ruled Out of England's Sri Lanka Test Series with Fractured Finger

England's Zak Crawley Ruled Out of Sri Lanka Test Series with Fractured Finger England's preparations for their upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka have been dealt a blow with the news that opener Zak Crawley will miss the three-match encounter due to a fractured right little

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Dillon Pennington's England Debut Hopes Dented by Hamstring Injury

Dillon Pennington's hopes of making his England debut against Sri Lanka have been dealt a blow after the fast bowler was forced to withdraw from the Hundred due to a hamstring injury. Pennington, 25, has been one of the standout performers in the County Championship this season, taking

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Shikhar Dhawan Shares Heartwarming Friendship Day Anecdotes with Rohit Sharma

Shikhar Dhawan Recalls Fond Memories with Rohit Sharma on Friendship Day On the occasion of Friendship Day, Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan shared heartwarming anecdotes about his camaraderie with India captain Rohit Sharma. In a video released by Star Sports, Dhawan expressed his admiration for Sharma, calling him his favorite opening

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Gautam Gambhir's India Begin with 3-0 Series Win Over Sri Lanka

Gautam Gambhir's tenure as India's head coach commenced with a resounding 3-0 series victory over Sri Lanka in the recently concluded Twenty20 International (T20I) series. The Men in Blue, led by newly appointed skipper Suryakumar Yadav, displayed resilience and determination throughout the series, culminating in a

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DRS Confusion Leaves Rohit Sharma Fuming in Sri Lanka vs India ODI

DRS Confusion Irks Rohit Sharma in Sri Lanka vs India ODI During the first ODI between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, a controversial DRS (decision review system) incident involving a wide call left Indian captain Rohit Sharma visibly frustrated. In the 14th over of Sri Lanka's innings,

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Welsh Fire Extend Winning Streak with Controlled Chase over Trent Rockets

Welsh Fire continued their impressive start to the Hundred with a controlled six-wicket victory over Trent Rockets, extending their winning streak to three matches. Rockets captain Nat Sciver-Brunt elected to bat but faced an early setback as openers Bryony Smith and Grace Scrivens were dismissed in quick succession. The middle

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R Ashwin Expands Batting Range, Urges Young Cricketers to Embrace Failures

At 37, R Ashwin is expanding his batting range in his first full Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) season. Known for his boundary-hitting prowess down the ground, Ashwin has been working on playing boundary shots square of the wicket, a strategy that has paid off. In Qualifier 2 against Idream

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India and Sri Lanka Set for Thrilling Second ODI After Tied Encounters

India and Sri Lanka, locked in a thrilling series, are set to face off in the second One-Day International (ODI) at the R. Premadasa International Stadium on Sunday. The match comes after two nail-biting encounters, with both teams tying one game each. In the first ODI, India's bowlers

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ICC Prepares for India's Potential Absence from Champions Trophy in Pakistan

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is preparing for the possibility that India may decline to participate in the Champions Trophy in Pakistan next year. During its recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Colombo, the ICC approved a budget of approximately $65 million to cover expenses related to hosting matches outside

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BCCI Unveils State-of-the-Art National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to unveil a state-of-the-art National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru, India. The new facility, nearing completion, will provide world-class training and development opportunities for current and future cricketers. The NCA boasts three world-class playing grounds, 45 practice pitches, and

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Birmingham Phoenix Break Losing Streak with 16-Run Victory over Southern Brave

Birmingham Phoenix, led by captain Ellyse Perry, broke their losing streak with a thrilling 16-run victory over Southern Brave at Edgbaston. Despite losing the toss and being put in to bat, Phoenix posted a competitive 137 for 7, thanks to a half-century from Amy Jones and a cameo from Emily

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Jasprit Bumrah's Magic Spells Propel India to T20 World Cup Glory

Ravi Shastri, India's former head coach, has hailed Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance in the T20 World Cup, describing him as a "magician with the ball." Shastri highlighted two pivotal moments in India's triumph: their victory over Pakistan in the group stage and

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Jos Buttler Ruled Out of Hundred with Calf Injury

Jos Buttler, England's white-ball captain, has been ruled out of the Hundred tournament due to a calf injury. The injury occurred during preparations for the competition, and an initial scan proved inconclusive. However, a subsequent assessment confirmed the severity of the injury, forcing Buttler to withdraw from the

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Saqlain Mushtaq: India's Absence in 2025 Champions Trophy Irrelevant

Amidst the uncertainty surrounding India's participation in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, former Pakistan spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has expressed indifference towards the visitors' decision. He believes that the tournament should proceed regardless of India's presence. Mushtaq, who previously served as Pakistan's head

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Oakley's Sports Marketing Head: A Passionate Advocate for Indian Athletes

Ashwin Krishnan, the head of sports marketing for Oakley India, is a true sports enthusiast. With a decade of experience in the industry, he has played a pivotal role in establishing Oakley as the preferred eyewear brand for Indian athletes. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Krishnan's primary responsibility

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SRH Owner Calls for Increased Player Retentions and Auction Transparency in IPL

Sunrisers Hyderabad Owner Advocates for Increased Player Retentions and Auction Transparency in IPL Sunrisers Hyderabad owner Kavya Maran has proposed a significant change to the Indian Premier League (IPL) player retention system ahead of the 2025 season. During the IPL owners' meeting at the BCCI Headquarters, Maran called for

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India to Continue Using Top-Order Batsmen as Part-Time Bowlers

India's bowling coach, Sairaj Bahutule, has revealed the team's strategy of utilizing top-order batsmen as part-time bowlers. This approach, he believes, can provide a "surprise element" against opponents. In the first ODI against Sri Lanka, opener Shubman Gill was given the opportunity to bowl,

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Kumar Sangakkara Open to England Limited-Overs Coaching Role

Kumar Sangakkara, the legendary Sri Lankan cricketer, has expressed interest in the vacant England limited-overs coaching position but has not yet received a formal approach. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is seeking a new white-ball coach after sacking Matthew Mott following disappointing performances in the 2023 50-over World

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Joginder Sharma Reunites with Dhoni, Recalling 2007 T20 World Cup Heroics

Joginder Sharma, the unsung hero of India's triumphant 2007 T20 World Cup campaign, recently reunited with the legendary former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, rekindling memories of one of the most iconic moments in Indian cricket history. In that unforgettable match, Dhoni entrusted Joginder with the daunting task

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Wellalage's All-Round Brilliance Ties ODI Series Opener

Dunith Wellalage, a rising star in Sri Lankan cricket, showcased his exceptional all-round abilities in the first ODI against India at Khettarama. Batting at number seven, the 21-year-old played a crucial innings of 67 not out off 65 deliveries, guiding Sri Lanka to a respectable total of 230 for 8.

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Pant, Ishant to Grace Delhi Premier League Debut

Delhi Premier League to Feature International Stars Pant and Ishant New Delhi is set to host its inaugural T20 league, the Delhi Premier League (DPL), starting August 17. The league will feature six men's teams and four women's teams, with international stars Rishabh Pant and Ishant

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India's ODI Run-Chase Ends in Dramatic Tie Against Sri Lanka

India's thrilling run-chase in the first ODI against Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday ended in a dramatic tie, with the visitors needing just one run to win with two wickets in hand. Sri Lanka skipper Charith Asalanka (3 for 30) emerged as