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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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Barcelona Coach Xavi Steps Down After Villarreal Defeat, Citing Stress and Team Performance
Xavi Hernández has announced that he will not continue as the coach of Barcelona after the current season, citing his inability to lift the team from a performance slump. The decision, made several days ago but disclosed after Barcelona’s 5-3 loss to Villarreal, comes as the team trails 10 points behind Real Madrid in the Spanish league. Xavi expressed the…
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Ollie Pope’s Resilient Century Ignites England’s Hope Against India
HYDERABAD: England’s approach to the third day against India appeared delusional externally but had merit internally. Ollie Pope’s remarkable century resurrected hope for England, reaching 316/6, 126 runs ahead, with the pitch yet to break up. Pope defied India’s attacks, including a superb reverse swing from Bumrah. His unbeaten 148 from 208 balls showcased resilience and marked a significant turnaround…
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Glen Maxwell Hospitalised During a Party: Cricket Australia Initiate an Inquiry
Cricket Australia (CA) has initiated an inquiry into an incident involving dynamic all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, who was urgently hospitalized after a late-night gathering in Adelaide last week. As reported by the Daily Telegraph, Maxwell was in attendance at a concert by ‘Six and Out,’ featuring former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee, where he began feeling unwell while enjoying drinks. CA…
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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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