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Sanju Samson Cements Spot as India's T20I Opener, Says Dinesh Karthik

Sanju Samson's recent scintillating form in T20 Internationals has solidified his position as India's go-to opener, according to former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik. Samson's promotion to the opening slot by India's new captain Suryakumar Yadav has proven to be a game-changer, with

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Australia Plans to "Torpedo" Rohit Sharma in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

India's Test captain Rohit Sharma's participation in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) remains uncertain, but Australia is determined to target him relentlessly whenever he takes the field. Former Australian leg-spinner Kerry O'Keeffe believes that Australia's pace attack, led by Michael Starc, Pat

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KL Rahul Seeks New IPL Franchise with Positive Team Atmosphere

KL Rahul, the former captain of Lucknow Super Giants, is actively seeking a new franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). While a return to Royal Challengers Bangalore has been widely speculated, Rahul has hinted at considering other options. In an interview with Star Sports, Rahul revealed his reasons for

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India-Pakistan Standoff: Former Cricketer Proposes Separate Pools for Champions Trophy

The ongoing standoff between India and Pakistan over the hosting of the 2025 Champions Trophy has prompted former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali to propose a unique solution. Ali suggests that the International Cricket Council (ICC) should place India and Pakistan in separate pools if it decides to adopt a hybrid

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India Underestimated New Zealand, Says Brett Lee

India's recent 0-3 Test series defeat at home to New Zealand has raised concerns about the team's preparation and approach. Former Australian pacer Brett Lee believes India underestimated their opponents, leading to their disappointing performance. Lee pointed out that India's batters struggled against New

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Gerald Coetzee Set to Trigger Bidding War at IPL 2025 Mega Auction

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction approaches, teams are strategizing their purchases. Dinesh Karthik, batting coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has predicted that South African fast bowler Gerald Coetzee could command a hefty sum. Coetzee, currently part of the South African squad facing India in a

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Gambhir-Ponting Spat Heats Up Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir's pre-departure press conference ignited a verbal spat with former Australia captain Ricky Ponting. Gambhir defended Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's recent form, questioning Ponting's comments. Ponting, in response, labeled Gambhir as a "prickly character" and

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Arshdeep Singh Hails Jasprit Bumrah's Influence on His Bowling Development

Arshdeep Singh Credits Jasprit Bumrah for His Bowling Success India's rising pace sensation Arshdeep Singh has attributed his remarkable development as a bowler to the invaluable guidance of his senior teammate Jasprit Bumrah. The duo's formidable partnership played a pivotal role in India's triumphant

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India's Champions Trophy Boycott Reignites India-Pakistan Tensions

India's decision to boycott the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the future of the tournament. The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed India's withdrawal on Sunday, despite earlier suggestions of a "hybrid" solution involving India playing their matches

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Delhi Capitals' Strategic Retention of Tristan Stubbs Lauded by Paul Adams

Delhi Capitals' Strategic Retention of Tristan Stubbs Lauded by Paul Adams Former South African spinner Paul Adams has hailed the Delhi Capitals' decision to retain Tristan Stubbs for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Amidst significant roster changes, including the release of former captain Rishabh Pant, Stubbs&

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KL Rahul Faces Dilemma: Choosing Between Rohit, Kohli, and Dhoni

KL Rahul, the enigmatic Indian cricketer, recently faced a perplexing dilemma during an interview on Star Sports. Asked to choose his preferred IPL 2025 teammate from the legendary trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni, Rahul found himself in a pickle. "It's a tough one,

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Nathan Lyon Deemed More "Complete" Bowler Than Ravichandran Ashwin by Former South African Test Cricketer

Nathan Lyon Deemed More "Complete" Bowler Than Ravichandran Ashwin by Former South African Test Cricketer Former South African Test cricketer Paul Adams has sparked a debate by asserting that Australian spinner Nathan Lyon possesses a more "complete" skillset than his Indian counterpart Ravichandran Ashwin. Adams'

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Mumbai Women Crush Bengal to Clinch Senior Women's T20 Trophy

Mumbai's women's cricket team showcased their dominance in the Senior Women's T20 Trophy, crushing Bengal by a commanding 10 wickets in the final held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The victory marked a resounding triumph for the Mumbai side, who displayed an

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Teenage Sensation Chloe Ainsworth Leads Scorchers to Dominant Win Over Thunder

Perth Scorchers' teenage sensation Chloe Ainsworth continued her impressive start to the WBBL, leading her team to a dominant 74-run victory over the previously undefeated Sydney Thunder. Ainsworth's impressive bowling figures of 2 for 15 at Drummoyne Oval on Tuesday night played a crucial role in restricting

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Alzarri Joseph Returns, Andre Russell Ruled Out for West Indies

Alzarri Joseph has been recalled to the West Indies squad for the final three matches of their T20I series against England, replacing Shamar Joseph. Joseph was suspended for two matches after leaving the field without permission during the third ODI against England. Andre Russell has been ruled out of the

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KL Rahul Seeks Freedom and Balance in IPL Auction

KL Rahul, the former captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), is eager to embrace a fresh start in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. After being released by LSG following their disappointing seventh-place finish in IPL 2024, Rahul is seeking a new environment where he can thrive. Rahul emphasized

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Delhi Hopes for Change in Fortune with New Captain in Ranji Trophy

Delhi's Ranji Trophy campaign has hit a roadblock, with the team languishing in fourth place in Group D after a dismal nine-wicket defeat to Chandigarh. In an attempt to turn their fortunes around, the team has sacked Himmat Singh as captain and elevated Ayush Badoni to the leadership

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Karnataka Eyes Outright Win Against Winless Uttar Pradesh in Ranji Trophy

Karnataka, with nine points from four games, will face Uttar Pradesh in a crucial Ranji Trophy Group-C encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Karnataka's campaign has been marred by rain, resulting in two weather-curtailed matches and a point each. Their

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Railways and Tamil Nadu Set for High-Stakes Ranji Trophy Clash

Railways and Tamil Nadu Clash in Crucial Ranji Trophy Encounter As the Ranji Trophy enters its fifth round, two formidable teams, Railways and Tamil Nadu, prepare to face off in a high-stakes encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With only two points separating them in the Elite Group-D

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Arshdeep Singh: Death-Overs Specialist with a Level Head

Arshdeep Singh, the young left-arm seamer, has emerged as a formidable death-overs specialist in international cricket. With 89 wickets in just 58 T20I matches, Arshdeep has established himself as a reliable performer under pressure. Arshdeep's success stems from his ability to keep things simple and maintain composure in

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India's Champions Trophy Boycott Sparks Outrage in Pakistan

India's decision to boycott the Champions Trophy in Pakistan has sparked outrage among former Pakistani cricketers. The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed India's withdrawal on Sunday, prompting a flurry of criticism. Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez expressed his disappointment on social media, stating that it was

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Munaf Patel Appointed as Delhi Capitals' New Bowling Coach

Munaf Patel, the former Indian pacer and 2011 ODI World Cup winner, has been appointed as the new bowling coach of the Delhi Capitals (DC) franchise for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. This marks Munaf's first major coaching role since his retirement from competitive cricket

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Amite Hasan's Double-Century Leads Sylhet to Unbeaten Start in NCL

Amite Hasan's marathon double-century propelled Sylhet Division to an unbeaten start in the National Cricket League (NCL), as they drew against Khulna Division in Cox's Bazar. Hasan's epic 455-ball innings, spanning over ten hours, is the third-longest individual score in Bangladesh's first-class

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James Anderson Backs Jofra Archer for Ashes Glory

James Anderson, England's legendary pacer, has expressed his unwavering support for Jofra Archer, suggesting that the speedster could play a pivotal role in England's quest to reclaim the Ashes in Australia in 2025/26. Archer, who has faced a challenging spell with injuries, has only played

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Abhishek Sharma's Batting Struggles Raise Questions About His Future in Indian Squad

Abhishek Sharma, once hailed as a rising star in Indian cricket, now faces intense scrutiny due to his recent batting struggles. After a promising start to his T20I career marked by a sensational century, his form has plummeted, raising questions about his future in the squad. Abhishek's international