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Tribal Cricketer Robin Minz Injured in Accident After IPL Auction

Robin Minz, the 21-year-old tribal cricketer from Jharkhand, who made headlines at the IPL 2024 auction, has met with an accident, his father confirmed on Sunday. The promising left-handed batter, known for his big-hitting abilities, was bought by the Gujarat Titans for a whopping Rs 3.60 crore. According to

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Tamil Nadu's Sai Kishore Joins Elite Club with 50 Ranji Wickets

Tamil Nadu's R Sai Kishore has etched his name in the annals of Ranji Trophy history by becoming only the third bowler from his state to claim 50 wickets in a single season. The left-arm spinner achieved this remarkable feat during the semifinal clash against Mumbai at the

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Nepal Defeats Netherlands by Six Wickets in Tri-Series

Nepal's cricket team emerged victorious in their fifth match of the ongoing Tri-Series, defeating the Netherlands by six wickets. The match, which also featured Namibia, saw Nepal's bowlers shine as they restricted the Dutch to a modest total of 120 runs. Pratis GC led the bowling

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NSW Centurions Dominate SA in Shield Clash

New South Wales (NSW) has taken a commanding lead over South Australia (SA) in their Sheffield Shield encounter in Sydney, thanks to centuries from Daniel Hughes and Oliver Davies. Hughes and Davies both scored 114 runs, anchoring NSW's innings and giving them a strong position heading into the

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BCCI's Domestic Cricket Mandate: A Lifeline for Ranji Trophy

BCCI's Domestic Cricket Mandate: A Step Towards Preserving Tradition Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has lauded the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) decision to mandate players to participate in domestic cricket. This move aims to safeguard the integrity and competitiveness of tournaments like

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Mantri's Century Guides Madhya Pradesh to First Innings Lead in Ranji Semifinal

Himanshu Mantri's masterful century propelled Madhya Pradesh to a commanding position in their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Vidarbha. Resuming on 47 for one, Mantri anchored the innings with a patient and technically sound knock of 126 off 265 deliveries. His innings, studded with 13 boundaries and a six,

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MS Dhoni to Continue Playing in IPL for at Least One More Season, Says Childhood Friend

MS Dhoni's future in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a subject of intense speculation, with many experts and fans suggesting that IPL 2024 could be his final season. However, Dhoni's childhood friend, Paramjit Singh, has provided a significant update that suggests otherwise. Paramjit, who

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Gujarat Giants Face Uphill Battle Against Delhi Capitals in Women's Premier League

Gujarat Giants Face Uphill Battle Against Delhi Capitals in Women's Premier League Bengaluru, India - The Gujarat Giants will face a formidable challenge when they take on the in-form Delhi Capitals in Match 10 of the Women's Premier League at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium. The Giants

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Ishan Kishan's IPL Redemption: Aakash Chopra Predicts Career Revival

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra believes that the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) presents a golden opportunity for Ishan Kishan to reignite his career after being omitted from the BCCI's central contract list for 2023-2024. Kishan, 25, has been absent from the domestic circuit, citing personal reasons, despite

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Ganguly Explains Decision to Replace Kohli with Rohit as India Captain

Former BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has shed light on his decision to appoint Rohit Sharma as the captain of the Indian men's cricket team, replacing Virat Kohli. Ganguly, who was the BCCI chief at the time, revealed that he saw immense potential in Rohit, particularly considering his impressive

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Thakur's Century, Kotian's Heroics Give Mumbai Commanding Lead in Ranji Semifinal

Shardul Thakur's scintillating century and Tanush Kotian's unbeaten half-century propelled Mumbai to a commanding position in their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Tamil Nadu. Thakur's counterattacking 109, featuring 13 fours and four sixes, rescued Mumbai from a precarious 106 for seven. Sai Kishore's

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Rishabh Pant Enjoys Childhood Game of Marbles Amidst IPL Preparations

Rishabh Pant's Marbles Match: A Glimpse of Childhood Amidst IPL Preparations Indian cricket star Rishabh Pant is eagerly anticipating his return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) after a horrific accident in December 2022. While recovering from his injuries, Pant has found solace in reliving his childhood memories,

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PCB's Handling of Haris Rauf's Contract Termination Draws Fire from Qalandars Owner

Lahore Qalandars' owner Sameen Rana has vehemently criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its handling of Haris Rauf's central contract termination, which was announced just two days before the start of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Rana condemned the timing of the decision as "pathetic&

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Cricket Australia Rejects Claims of Ignoring Test Cricket Blueprint

Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley has refuted claims that India, England, and Cricket Australia have disregarded a proposal to safeguard Test cricket. A report in the Sydney Morning Herald alleged that the three influential boards dismissed a document drafted by New Zealand Cricket chair Martin Snedden, which suggested overhauling the

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Ranji Trophy Schedule Raises Injury Concerns, Says Shardul Thakur

India's all-rounder Shardul Thakur has raised concerns over the demanding schedule of the Ranji Trophy, expressing fears that the tight turnaround between matches could lead to player injuries. Thakur, who recently scored a century in the semifinal against Tamil Nadu, emphasized the need for the BCCI to reconsider

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Michael Vaughan: Pep Guardiola is the Best Sporting Leader of the Past 15 Years

Michael Vaughan, the former England captain, has hailed Pep Guardiola as the most exceptional sporting leader of the past 15 years. Vaughan believes that England's Ben Stokes should adopt Guardiola's approach of never allowing players to become complacent about their place in the side. Vaughan'

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Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Downplay Rivalry Ahead of Competitive Series

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are set to face off in a highly anticipated series that has historically been marked by intense rivalry. However, both teams' captains and coaches have emphasized their desire to put the past behind them and focus on a competitive and respectful series. Bangladesh captain Najmul

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Kerala's Abijith Praveen Hits Six Sixes in an Over, Joins Elite Club

Kerala's Abijith Praveen Joins Elite Club with Six Sixes in an Over In a remarkable display of power hitting, Kerala's Abijith Praveen has etched his name into the annals of cricket history by becoming the latest batsman to smash six sixes in an over. The feat,

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WPL History: Gujarat Giants' Hemalatha Ruled Out with Concussion, Satghare Makes Concussion Substitute Debut

Gujarat Giants' Hemalatha Ruled Out with Concussion, Satghare Makes History as First WPL Concussion Substitute In a significant development in the Women's Premier League (WPL), Gujarat Giants' middle-order batter D Hemalatha has been ruled out of the team's clash against Delhi Capitals due to

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Chahal Predicts Buttler or Jaiswal for Orange Cap, Picks Himself as Leading Wicket-Taker in IPL 2024

Veteran Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has predicted that his Rajasthan Royals teammates Jos Buttler or Yashasvi Jaiswal will win the Orange Cap in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. In a recent video on his YouTube channel, Chahal expressed his belief that either Buttler or Jaiswal will emerge

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Tasmania on Verge of Sheffield Shield Final After Thrilling Victory Over Victoria

Tasmania's Sheffield Shield title hopes received a major boost as they secured a thrilling 57-run victory over Victoria in Hobart. The win puts them in prime position to host the final for the first time in six years. Tasmania's triumph was built on a brilliant second-innings

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Labuschagne's Form Under Scrutiny as Australia's Batting Faces Pressure

Despite Australia's victory in the second Test against New Zealand, concerns linger over the team's batting performance. Marnus Labuschagne, once a cornerstone of the batting order, has endured a lean run of form, raising questions about his place in the side. Labuschagne's recent struggles

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Usman Khan's Century Powers Multan Sultans to PSL Playoffs

Multan Sultans' relentless dominance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) continued on Sunday as they secured a 20-run victory over Karachi Kings, propelled by Usman Khan's blistering century. The Sultans' sixth win in seven games solidified their position atop the standings with 12 points, while the

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Devon Conway to Miss First Half of IPL 2024 for Chennai Super Kings

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been dealt a major blow ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season, with star batter Devon Conway set to miss at least the first half of the competition. The New Zealand international sustained a left thumb injury during the T20I series against Australia

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O'Rourke Doubtful, Wagner Recall Possible for New Zealand in Second Test

New Zealand's pace attack faces a setback as Will O'Rourke's hamstring injury casts doubt on his availability for the second Test against Australia. Captain Tim Southee hinted at a potential recall for veteran Neil Wagner, who retired last week but remains in the squad.