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Maxwell Reveals Power Struggle and Rift with Sehwag at Punjab Kings

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has lifted the lid on the internal turmoil that plagued the Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) franchise during his tenure from 2014 to 2017. In his recently released book, Maxwell reveals the power struggle between himself and then-mentor Virender Sehwag, which ultimately led to his

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Sajid Khan's Urdu Deception Bamboozles England Spinners

Pakistan's offspinner Sajid Khan has emerged as a thorn in England's side, not only with his on-field antics but also with his cunning tactics. Beyond his signature mustache twirls and thigh thumps, Khan has found a novel way to unsettle the English: exploiting the bilingualism of

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Pakistan Spinners Dominate England in Rawalpindi Test

Pakistan's spinners Sajid Khan and Noman Ali wreaked havoc on England's batting lineup, leaving the visitors reeling at 24-3 on the second day of the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi. England, chasing a target of 345, had a disastrous start as Sajid dismissed Ben Duckett for

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Rain Threatens Bengal-Kerala Ranji Trophy Clash

Incessant rainfall brought on by Cyclone Dana has cast a shadow over the Ranji Trophy Group-C match between Bengal and Kerala, scheduled to commence at the Jadavpur University ground in Kolkata on Saturday. Both teams had settled for a point apiece in their respective matches in the previous round. While

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Delhi Faces Assam in Crucial Ranji Trophy Clash

Delhi's Ranji Trophy campaign has hit a roadblock after a disappointing draw against Tamil Nadu in the second round. Despite Yash Dhull's unbeaten century in the first innings and Sanat Sangwan's valiant 83 in the second, Delhi's batters struggled to make a

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Tamil Nadu Eyes Third Innings Victory in Ranji Trophy Clash with Chhattisgarh

Tamil Nadu, buoyed by its impressive start to the Ranji Trophy campaign, will face Chhattisgarh in a crucial third-round match (Elite Group D) at the Sri Ramakrishna College Ground on Saturday. After crushing Saurashtra by an innings in the season opener, TN came within two wickets of another innings victory

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India A Storms into Emerging Asia Cup Final with Unblemished Record

India A Dominates Emerging Teams Asia Cup, Secures Semifinal Berth India A has emerged as a formidable force in the ongoing T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup, securing an all-win record in their Group B league engagements. The team's impressive run began with a thrilling 7-run victory over Pakistan

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New Zealand Dominates India in Pune, Extends Lead to 301 Runs

New Zealand's dominance over India continued in the second Test in Pune, as they extended their lead to a commanding 301 runs on the back of a brilliant batting performance led by captain Tom Latham. Mitchell Santner, who had wreaked havoc with the ball in the first innings,

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Khar Gymkhana Revokes Jemimah Rodrigues' Membership Over Prayer Meeting Controversy

Khar Gymkhana Revokes Jemimah Rodrigues' Membership Amidst Prayer Meeting Controversy In a recent development, Khar Gymkhana has revoked the membership of Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues following allegations of inappropriate activities linked to prayer meetings held at the club. The decision was made during the club's Annual General

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Ishan Kishan Returns to India A Squad for Australia Tour

Ishan Kishan, the swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter, has made a triumphant return to the national setup after being named in the 15-member India A squad for the upcoming tour of Australia. The selection marks a significant milestone in Kishan's career, as he aims to reclaim his place in the Indian

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Cummins: 2018-19 India Test Loss More Painful Than 2020-21 Debacle

Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins has expressed his belief that the 2018-19 Test series loss to India was more painful than the 2020-21 debacle under his leadership. Cummins believes that the home team was simply outplayed in the 2018-19 series, while the 2020-21 series was more closely fought.

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India's Batting Woes Continue in Test Series Against New Zealand

India's batting woes have been laid bare in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand, with two embarrassing collapses highlighting the team's struggles on challenging surfaces. In the series opener in Bengaluru, India were bundled out for a paltry 46 on an overcast morning, their lowest

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Ravi Shastri Slams Rohit Sharma's Tactics in Pune Test

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has criticized captain Rohit Sharma's tactics on Day 2 of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand in Pune. India were bowled out for 156 in the first innings, conceding a lead of 103 runs to the Kiwis, who consolidated their position by

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India's Spin Dominance Challenged as Opponents Exploit Turning Tracks

India's dominance on home soil has been challenged in recent times, as visiting teams have exploited the spin-friendly conditions to their advantage. In the ongoing Test series against New Zealand, the hosts found themselves on the receiving end of Mitchell Santner's spin wizardry. After dismissing New

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Muhammad Waseem Steps Down as UAE Men's ODI Captain

Muhammad Waseem, the 30-year-old top-order batter, has stepped down as UAE men's ODI captain after leading the team in 26 matches between 2023 and 2024. The decision was announced by the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in a statement, which also confirmed that Waseem will continue to play ODI

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Darren Lehmann Appointed Northamptonshire Head Coach

Northamptonshire County Cricket Club has appointed former Australian coach Darren Lehmann as their new head coach on a two-year contract. Lehmann, 54, will take over from John Sadler, who departed in September after the team's Vitality Blast quarter-final defeat. Lehmann, a highly experienced coach, has a proven track

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Bavuma Ruled Out of Second Bangladesh Test Due to Elbow Injury

Temba Bavuma's elbow injury has ruled him out of the second Test against Bangladesh, scheduled to commence next Tuesday. Aiden Markram will assume the captaincy in his absence, with the expectation that Bavuma will be available for the upcoming home Tests against Sri Lanka. South Africa's

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India's Batting Woes Continue, Concede 103-Run Lead in Pune Test

India's batting woes continued in the second Test against New Zealand in Pune, as they were bowled out for a paltry 156 in their first innings, handing the visitors a commanding 103-run lead. This marks the second consecutive home Test where India has conceded a lead of over

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India-Pakistan Final on the Horizon in ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka LIVE Updates: India-Pakistan Final Looms in ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup The stage is set for a potential India vs Pakistan final in the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup on Sunday. However, both teams must first overcome their

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Rehan Ahmed's Three Wickets Give England Upper Hand in Rawalpindi Test

Pakistan's first innings faltered on day two of the third Test in Rawalpindi, as England's Rehan Ahmed claimed three crucial wickets to leave the hosts trailing by 80 runs. Resuming on 73 for 3, Pakistan's hopes rested on Saud Shakeel and skipper Shan Masood.

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Cummins Jokes About Excuses for Potential BGT Loss

Australian skipper Pat Cummins has jokingly revealed his excuses for a potential loss in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. Speaking on The Grade Cricketer podcast, Cummins quipped, "I will find some (laughs). Cameron Green was going to open the batting and bowling." Green's absence due

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Queensland Storm to First One-Day Cup Win with Peirson Century

Queensland's One-Day Cup campaign got off to a flying start with a dominant nine-wicket victory over South Australia at Allan Border Field. Despite a valiant century from South Australian skipper Nathan McSweeney, the Bulls chased down the target with ease, securing a bonus point in the process. Left-arm

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Virat Kohli's Spin Woes Continue in Pune Test

Virat Kohli's ongoing struggles against spin bowling continued to haunt him in the second Test against New Zealand at the MCA Stadium in Pune. On Friday, the Indian batting maestro was dismissed for a mere 1 by New Zealand left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner. Kohli's dismissal came

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New Zealand Dominate India in Mumbai Test, Series on the Line

New Zealand's relentless bowling attack has put India on the back foot in the second Test in Mumbai, leaving the hosts with a daunting task to avoid a series defeat. On a challenging pitch that offered significant turn, Mitchell Santner and Glenn Phillips wreaked havoc on the Indian

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NSW Crushes Victoria in One-Day Cup Clash

New South Wales (NSW) dominated Victoria in a One-Day Cup clash at the Junction Oval, securing a resounding 140-run victory. Despite the absence of Josh Hazlewood due to illness, NSW showcased their batting prowess with half-centuries from Steven Smith, Nic Maddinson, and Matthew Gilkes. Smith, returning to form after a