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India's decision to conduct closed-door practice sessions ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener in Perth has raised concerns among cricket experts. Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali believes it reflects a lack of confidence within the Indian team. India has dominated the BGT for a decade, but their
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Virat Kohli, the Indian batting maestro, faces a crucial test as he prepares for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. The Australian soil has been a witness to Kohli's dominance in the past, but this time, he carries the burden of regaining form and securing his legacy in
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Mohammed Shami's recent return to competitive cricket after a year-long injury layoff has sparked discussions about his potential inclusion in India's Test squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. However, former India opener Aakash Chopra believes that rushing Shami into Test cricket after just one
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India's recent 0-3 home defeat to New Zealand has cast a shadow over their upcoming 5-Test series in Australia. However, amidst the gloom, there are reasons for optimism, particularly in the team's pace attack. Led by the formidable Jasprit Bumrah, India's fast bowlers have
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a worldwide Trophy Tour for the Men's Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to be held in Pakistan. However, the initial plans to conduct the tour in contested regions of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoJK) sparked objections from the Board of Control for Cricket in
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Tilak Varma, the 22-year-old left-handed batter from Hyderabad, has emerged as a rising star in Indian cricket. His recent exploits in South Africa have cemented his place as a potential future mainstay in the national team. Varma's journey to the international stage began with a bold move. He
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Tamil Nadu's rising star, Shahrukh Khan, has been entrusted with the captaincy of the state's Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament team. The 29-year-old, who has led Lyca Kovai Kings to success in the Tamil Nadu Premier League, expressed his honor and excitement at the opportunity. "It&
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Carl Hopkinson and Richard Dawson, two integral members of England's white-ball coaching staff, will depart their roles following the conclusion of the ongoing tour of the Caribbean. Their departure paves the way for Brendon McCullum's arrival as the new head coach across all three formats. Hopkinson,
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As India embark on a highly anticipated five-match Test series against Australia, star batter Virat Kohli stands on the cusp of etching his name into the annals of cricket history. The former India captain, who endured a disappointing home Test series against New Zealand, will be eager to make amends
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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction promises to be a spectacle, with a plethora of marquee players and international stars available for selection. The presence of 12 marquee players, including Indian stalwarts Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, and KL Rahul, has generated immense excitement within the cricket fraternity. Marquee
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Delhi's young speedster Harshit Rana has emerged as a potential contender for the third pacer's slot in India's playing XI for the opening Test against Australia in Perth. With just 10 first-class matches under his belt, Rana has impressed with his consistent pace over
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Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden has opined that India's recent 0-3 Test series loss to New Zealand could serve as a wake-up call for the team. India's hopes of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final have been dealt a significant blow by this defeat, their