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Test Series Disaster: Gambhir’s Coaching Strategy in Question, BCCI Likely to Make Tough Decisions
Team India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir, appointed after the T20 World Cup 2024, has found himself in a challenging position following the team’s first-ever Test series whitewash against New Zealand. Since taking the helm, Gambhir has enjoyed unprecedented freedom from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), handpicking his support staff, including Abhishek Nayar, Ryan ten Doeschate, and…
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India’s Unbeaten Home Streak Ends: New Zealand Celebrates Landmark Series Victory!
In a historic achievement, New Zealand made headlines in Mumbai on Sunday as they became the first team to achieve a 3-0 whitewash against India in a Test series on Indian soil. Led by Tom Latham, the Kiwis secured their remarkable feat in the third and final Test, winning by 25 runs thanks to Ajaz Patel’s outstanding performance, which culminated…
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India Stages Epic Comeback: Sarfaraz and Pant Ignite Hopes Against New Zealand!
Bengaluru: At the lunch break on Day 4 of the Test match, India is just 12 runs behind New Zealand, having staged an impressive recovery to post 344/3. After a rocky start in the first innings, the Indian team roared back in the morning session, led by a resilient 125 not out from Sarfaraz Khan and a typically flamboyant 53…
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Rohit and Jaiswal Lead India’s Fightback After New Zealand’s Dominant 402 on Day 3
Bengaluru: As Day 3 of the first Test unfolds in Bengaluru, India’s openers Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal are putting up a strong resistance against New Zealand. The pair is finding the boundary regularly, laying the groundwork for what India hopes will be a determined fightback after a tough first innings. Earlier in the day, New Zealand set a commanding…
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Flights Canceled as White Island Volcano Spews Ash Across New Zealand
Wellington:The White Island volcano in New Zealand has erupted, sending a massive plume of ash into the sky and causing significant flight disruptions. Air New Zealand, the country’s national airline, announced the cancellation of 10 flights on Thursday due to volcanic ash drifting across air routes at several domestic airports. Government scientists have cautioned that Whakaari, as the volcano is…
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New Zealand eyes third medical school to combat doctor shortage
Wellington: New Zealand may soon welcome a third medical school, with the University of Waikato joining the ranks of established institutions in Auckland and Otago. This proposal aims to address the nation’s persistent doctor shortage, particularly in rural areas. The proposed school, adopting a graduate-entry model, would welcome students with existing undergraduate degrees, catering to a broader applicant pool. This…
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Massive Fire Engulfs Christchurch’s Port Hills: Evacuations Underway
Emergency crews from Fire and Emergency New Zealand are currently engaged in combatting a sizable fire on the Port Hills in Christchurch, deploying 10 helicopters and 15 crews to contain the spreading blaze. Amidst the escalating situation, evacuations are underway, affecting the Princess Margaret Hospital and residences in the vicinity. Authorities have issued a directive for all residents of Worselys…
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Jellyfish Warning: Auckland Beach-Goers Alerted to Potential Stings
Wellington: New Zealand’s coastal areas, especially in Auckland, are under advisory for potential jellyfish stings, a common occurrence during this season, according to The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA). Jellyfish expert Dennis Gordon, an emeritus researcher, explained that the increase in jellyfish sightings is linked to the lengthening days, leading to a surge in plankton, which serves…
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New Zealand Prime Minister Reverses Landmark Anti-Smoking Laws, Sparks Controversy
In a surprising turn of events, New Zealand’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, has announced the repeal of the country’s ambitious anti-smoking legislation. Luxon, a former airline executive, was sworn in on November 27, 2023, and wasted no time in revealing his decision to scrap the “generational smoking ban” initiated by the previous government. The controversial move has been…
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Pakistan need to chase the target within 3 overs, if they want to enter Semifinal
In a gripping showdown on the cricket field, New Zealand clinched a decisive victory against Sri Lanka, shattering Pakistan’s aspirations of making it to the ICC Cricket World Cup semi-finals. The path for Pakistan now requires a triumph against England in their upcoming league match, scheduled for Saturday in Kolkata. The catch? They need to secure a win by a…
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