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Rohit Sharma's Tactics Foiled by Will Young's Counter-Strategy

Rohit Sharma's captaincy has come under scrutiny following India's 3-0 Test series defeat to New Zealand. The loss has raised questions about his tactical acumen, particularly in the face of pressure to perform in the upcoming series against Australia. New Zealand star Will Young has shed

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Tim Paine to Coach Prime Minister's XI in Pink-Ball Warm-Up Against India A

Former Australian Test captain Tim Paine has been appointed head coach of the Prime Minister's XI for their two-day pink-ball warm-up match against India A, ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Paine will be joined by assistant coaches Erin Osborne and Justin McNally. The match will take

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Kohli Hails Maxwell's Historic Double Century as 'Unparalleled Knock'

Virat Kohli Lauds Glenn Maxwell's Historic Double Century in 2023 Cricket World Cup In the foreword of Glenn Maxwell's autobiography, "The Showman," Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli has heaped praise on the Australian all-rounder for his remarkable double century against Afghanistan in the 2023

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Gillespie Compares Cummins and Bumrah, Highlights Bumrah's Key Role for India

Ahead of the highly anticipated five-match Test series between India and Australia, Pakistan's interim head coach Jason Gillespie has drawn comparisons between star pacers Pat Cummins and Jasprit Bumrah. Gillespie, a former Australia pacer, emphasized the similarities in their relentless approach and ability to create wickets when others

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Greg Chappell Backs Prithvi Shaw Amidst Career Setbacks

Prithvi Shaw, the prodigious Indian opener, has faced a series of setbacks in recent times, including being dropped from the Mumbai Ranji Trophy squad due to fitness and conduct issues. However, former Australia captain and India coach Greg Chappell has extended his support to Shaw, urging him to embark on

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Kerr and Perry Power Sixers to Six-Run Victory over Stars

Sydney Sixers' Amelia Kerr and Ellyse Perry orchestrated a remarkable six-run victory over Melbourne Stars in a thrilling WBBL encounter at Junction Oval. Kerr, making her Sixers debut after recovering from a quad injury, played a pivotal role in the chase, scoring an unbeaten 46 from 41 deliveries. Her

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Ravi Shastri Reveals Extravagant Eating and Drinking Habits During Playing Days

Ravi Shastri Recalls Extravagant Eating and Drinking Habits During Playing Days Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has shared some amusing anecdotes from his playing days, revealing the excessive eating and drinking habits he and his teammate Sandeep Patil indulged in during international tours. At the launch event of Patil&

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SKY's Culinary Debut: India's T20I Captain Introduces Newcomers

Suryakumar Yadav's Culinary Debut: Introducing India's Newest T20I Stars Ahead of India's T20I series opener against South Africa, captain Suryakumar Yadav donned the chef's hat to introduce two exciting new additions to the team: bowler Vyshak Vijaykumar and batsman Ramandeep Singh. In

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West Indies Fast Bowler Alzarri Joseph Suspended for Storming Off Field

West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has been handed a two-match suspension for storming off the field during the series-clinching ODI win over England. The incident occurred during Wednesday's game at Kensington Oval in Barbados, shortly after Joseph took the wicket of Jordan Cox in the fourth over.

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Suryakumar Yadav Addresses Ruturaj Gaikwad's Absence from India T20I Side

Suryakumar Yadav, India's T20I captain, addressed the media ahead of the first T20I against South Africa on Thursday. One of the key questions he faced was regarding the absence of Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad from the Indian T20I side. Gaikwad has emerged as one of the

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India's Champions Trophy Participation in Lahore 70% Confirmed, Says Basit Ali

The Champions Trophy, scheduled for February 19 to March 9, 2025, has sparked speculation about India's participation due to political tensions between India and Pakistan, the designated host nation. However, former Pakistani batsman Basit Ali has claimed that it is "70% confirmed" that India will play

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Ian Botham Saved from Crocodile Attack by Ashes Rival Merv Hughes

Ian Botham's Crocodile Encounter: Saved by Ashes Rival Merv Hughes Legendary English cricketer Ian Botham has had a close encounter with danger during a fishing trip in Australia. While fishing for barramundi on the Moyle River, Botham suffered a painful fall into crocodile-infested waters. The incident occurred as

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AB de Villiers Urges RCB to Target World-Class Spinners in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

Former South African batting legend AB de Villiers has urged Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to prioritize acquiring world-class spinners in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. De Villiers, who played for RCB for 11 seasons, believes that re-signing Yuzvendra Chahal would be a crucial move for the franchise. "I&

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India's Pace Attack Faces Test in Australia Amid Shami Absence

India's pace attack faces a daunting task in the upcoming Test series against Australia, with the absence of Mohammed Shami casting a shadow over the team's bowling plans. While Jasprit Bumrah remains the undisputed leader of the attack, the supporting cast of Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep,

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Calls for Retirement Premature After India's Series Loss, Says Dinesh Karthik

India's recent humiliating 3-0 whitewash against New Zealand at home has sparked a firestorm of criticism, with fans demanding the retirement of veteran players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja. The team's dismal performance with both bat and ball has put the

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Assam Fights Back with Denish Das' Half-Century in Ranji Trophy

Assam's skipper Denish Das led a spirited fightback against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group-D match at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Resuming their first innings at 299 for seven, Tamil Nadu added 39 runs before being dismissed for 338. Das, batting at number four,

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V. Koushik's Five-Wicket Haul Guides Karnataka in Ranji Trophy

In the absence of regular pace bowlers Prasidh Krishna, Vidhwath Kaverappa, and V. Vyshak, the onus fell upon V. Koushik to lead the Karnataka bowling attack in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match against Bengal. Koushik rose to the occasion, showcasing exceptional skill to record impressive figures of five for

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KKR Targets Arshdeep Singh as Starc Replacement in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

KKR Eyes Arshdeep Singh as Starc Replacement in IPL 2025 Mega Auction Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the reigning Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, are set to undergo a significant rebuild in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. Having released a majority of their title-winning squad, KKR is reportedly targeting Indian

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Virat Kohli's Struggles Continue, Future with Indian Team in Doubt

Virat Kohli's recent struggles on the international stage have raised concerns among fans and experts alike. Despite being retained by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a whopping Rs 21 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, Kohli's performances in the recently concluded Test series against New Zealand

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Green Park Stadium's Outfield Receives Unsatisfactory Rating from ICC

The Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, which hosted the rain-affected second Test between India and Bangladesh, has received an "unsatisfactory" rating from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its outfield. The rating comes with one demerit point for the venue. The outfield was deemed unsatisfactory due to the

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PCB Considers Gillespie as All-Format Head Coach

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering appointing Jason Gillespie as the all-format head coach of the national team, according to sources. The decision hinges on the results of the ongoing white-ball tour of Australia. Gillespie, who is currently the Test team head coach, has taken charge of the white-ball

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Suryakumar Yadav Embraces Rohit Sharma's Leadership Philosophy

Suryakumar Yadav, India's T20I captain, has revealed the invaluable lessons he has learned from his predecessor, Rohit Sharma. Emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance and composure, Yadav credits Sharma's leadership philosophy for shaping his own approach to captaincy. According to Yadav, Sharma's philosophy revolves

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PCB Willing to Adjust Champions Trophy Schedule for India Matches in UAE

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering adjustments to the schedule of the 2025 Champions Trophy, which it is hosting, to accommodate matches involving India in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This move comes after the Indian government expressed concerns about its team traveling to Pakistan due to security

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Suryakumar Yadav Eyes Test Comeback, Backs Rohit Sharma Amid Criticism

India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav remains determined to add to his solitary Test cap, despite his impressive T20I credentials. The 34-year-old has been actively participating in domestic cricket, including the Ranji Trophy and Duleep Trophy, in an effort to earn a Test recall. "When the time comes,

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Kerala's Lower Order Dominates Uttar Pradesh in Ranji Trophy

Kerala's gritty lower-order batting, led by captain Sachin Baby and Salman Nizar, put them in a commanding position against Uttar Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match at the KCA-St. Xavier's College ground. After resuming on 105 for four, Kerala lost Baba Aparajith and