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Former Cricketer Aakash Chopra Supports Sarfaraz Khan for Vizag Test
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has endorsed Sarfaraz Khan as the replacement for the injured KL Rahul in the upcoming second Test against England in Vizag, starting on February 2. Due to injuries to Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named Sarfaraz Khan, spinner Sourabh Kumar, and all-rounder Washington Sundar as replacements…
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Dean Elgar claimed Kohli Spat at Him
In a surprising revelation, former South Africa captain Dean Elgar recently recounted a memorable incident from the Proteas’ 2015 tour of India. Elgar claimed that during the first Test in Mohali, a young Virat Kohli spat at him on the challenging pitch, leaving a lasting impression on their cricketing rivalry. Reflecting on the unique encounter on the “Banter, with The…
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Unbelievable Win: Shamar Joseph’s Spell Sinks Australia, Rewrites Cricket Fairytale
BRISBANE: Just 24 hours ago, Shamar Joseph, the West Indies’ rising fast bowler, couldn’t even walk. A brutal Starc yorker on day three of the Gabba Test left him nursing a throbbing toe and facing the prospect of watching the rest of the match from the sidelines. But cricket, as they say, is a funny game. And Joseph, it seemed,…
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Unplayable Delivery, Unbreakable Record: Ashwin Makes History, Leaves Ben Stokes Puzzled
In the scorching heat of Hyderabad, a battle of wits unfolded on the cricketing battlefield. Ashwin, the wily Indian spinner, wielded his weapon of choice – the spinning ball – to outfox the mighty Ben Stokes, dismissing him for a record-equaling 12th time in Test cricket. England, already wobbling at 140/4, pinned their hopes on Stokes, the swashbuckling all-rounder. But…
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Tata Group Scores Big: Secures IPL Title Sponsorship for 2024-28 with $300 Million Record
On Saturday, the Indian Premier League (IPL) announced that the Tata Group has secured the title sponsorship for the 2024-28 seasons with a “record-breaking” investment of $300 million. Renowned for its celebrity franchise owners and featuring top international cricket players, the IPL stands as the world’s wealthiest T20 tournament, boasting an estimated brand value of $8.4 billion. The league has…
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Super Over Controversy: Was Rohit Sharma Retired Hurt or Retired Out?
India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, delivered an outstanding performance in the third T20I of the series against Afghanistan, held on Wednesday. Rohit’s exceptional unbeaten innings of 121 runs set the stage for a thrilling match that ultimately went into two Super Overs. Despite the accolades he received on social media for his stellar performance, a decision he made during the first…
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No Party Disciplinary Action: Dravid Clarifies Iyer and Kishan Exclusions
Mumbai: Head coach Rahul Dravid clarified that Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion from the Afghanistan T20I series was due to the abundance of batting options, not disciplinary reasons. Ishan Kishan took a break for mental fatigue, denying reports of partying in Dubai. Dravid emphasized that Kishan wasn’t available for selection, and his return to consideration would follow his availability for domestic cricket.…
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Dinesh Karthik Joins England Lions’ Coaching Lineup for India A Challenge
New Delhi: – Former wicket-keeper, batter Dinesh Karthik, who represented India in 94 ODIs, has taken on the role of batting consultant for England Lions, gearing up for a series of matches against India A in Ahmedabad. The tour includes a two-day warm-up match and three four-day matches, aligning with the England men’s Test series against India. Scheduled to coincide…
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Mumbai Cricketer Hit in Head by Ball from Adjacent Match, Dies on Spot
MUMBAI: A somber incident unfolded during a cricket match at Major Dhadkar Maidan in Matunga, where tragedy struck on Monday. Jayesh Savla, 52, lost his life on the spot after a forceful blow to the head while fielding in the Kutchi Community’s cricket tournament for veterans at Dadar. Positioned near another ongoing match at Dadar Parsee Colony pitch, Savla had…
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Australia’s Batting Overhaul: Steve Smith Steps in as David Warner’s Replacement
Australia’s cricket selectors have chosen Steve Smith to replace David Warner as the opening batsman in the upcoming two-Test series against West Indies, starting on January 17 at Adelaide Oval. The 13-man squad includes all-rounder Cameron Green at No. 4, with Matt Renshaw and Scott Boland added to the squad as backup players. Chief selector George Bailey expressed confidence in…
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