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Navjot Singh Sidhu's unexpected departure from India's tour of England in 1996 had a profound impact on the career of Sourav Ganguly. Sidhu, a senior member and established opening batsman, had a disagreement with then-captain Mohammad Azharuddin, leading to his abrupt exit. This sudden vacancy in
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Khaled Mahmud, a former Bangladesh captain and a long-serving BCB director, has resigned from his position, becoming the latest board member to depart in recent weeks. Mahmud's resignation, submitted via email, marks the end of his 11-year tenure as a BCB director. During his time on the board,
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The Cricket Regulator has exonerated Gloucestershire from punishment for an alleged breach of pitch regulations after their Vitality County Championship Division Two match against Northamptonshire was abandoned on day one due to safety concerns. The match, held in Bristol in August, was halted after just 65.1 overs when umpires
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The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 is set to ignite the UAE with an unprecedented initiative: match tickets starting at a mere five dirhams (Rs 114.28) and free entry for fans under 18. This groundbreaking move, unveiled amidst a dazzling laser show on the iconic Burj
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Mental health has become an increasingly prevalent topic in elite sports, with many athletes choosing to address it openly. Australian bowler Jhye Richardson is one such player who has shared his experiences with mental health struggles. During the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL), Richardson played for the Punjab Kings alongside
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Anton Roux, Sri Lanka's national fielding coach, has announced his resignation from the role, effective August 14, 2024. Roux, a former first-class cricketer for South Africa and coach for the Netherlands, joined Sri Lanka Cricket in March 2022. In a heartfelt LinkedIn post, Roux expressed his gratitude for
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Irfan Pathan's Historic Hat-Trick: A Moment Etched in Indian Cricket History In the annals of Indian cricket, Irfan Pathan's hat-trick in the first over of the third Test against Pakistan in 2006 stands as an unforgettable moment. Held at Karachi's National Stadium, the match
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Nathan Lyon, the seasoned Australian spin wizard, has identified Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Rishabh Pant as the pivotal Indian wickets to capture in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Lyon, speaking to Star Sports, acknowledged the formidable challenge posed by India's batting lineup. "Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli,
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Australia's T20 series triumph over Scotland concluded with a moment of laughter, not solely due to their dominant performance but also because of an unusual trophy. After securing a 3-0 sweep in Edinburgh, the Australian players were left perplexed by a peculiar trophy resembling an "ice-cream cup&
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The Afro-Asia Cup, a series of charity matches between Asian XI and African XI, is set to make a comeback after a decade-long hiatus. The tournament, first played in 2005 and again in 2007, featured legendary players from both continents, including Virender Sehwag, Irfan Pathan, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Zaheer Khan, Shoaib Akhtar,
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Sri Lanka's historic Test victory over England at The Oval has propelled six of their players to new career-high ratings on the ICC Men's Test Rankings. Skipper Dhananjaya de Silva, Kamindu Mendis, and Pathum Nissanka led the charge with impressive batting performances. De Silva's
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The 2023 ODI World Cup in India generated a staggering economic impact of USD 1.39 billion, according to a report released by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The mega-event, held in October-November last year, was the biggest ever ODI World Cup, attracting a record-breaking 1.25 million spectators. Tourism