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Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not playing vs Afghanistan in 1st T20I?
India chose experience in the opening game, with Sanju Samson selected in the XI instead of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Shreyas Iyer also confirmed that Washington Sundar and two other players were left out, making it clear that team combination was behind the decision.
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India alter winning combination vs Sri Lanka; Gunalan Kamalini replaces Pratika Rawal
In a pivotal match for the Asia Cup title, India captain Harmanpreet Kaur opted to bat after winning the toss. With aspirations of securing their eighth title, India has displayed remarkable superiority throughout the tournament. Both teams are unbeaten, but Sri Lanka will count on strong performances from Athapaththu and Dilhari to challenge the dominant…
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Shafali goes berserk in final, smashes fastest fifty in Women’s T20 Asia Cup
Shafali Verma made headlines by scoring the quickest fifty ever recorded in the tournament, achieving her milestone in a mere twenty-four balls against Sri Lanka. Her explosive performance of 68 runs off only 39 balls not only set a new record but also matched Chamari Athapaththu’s feats of multiple half-centuries. Together with Smriti Mandhana, they…
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‘Vande Mataram’ sung before India vs Afghanistan in a first for national team
The national song Vande Mataram was sung before the India vs Afghanistan cricket match on Sunday. Parliament had recently passed a bill making insults to the national song a punishable offense. The full six-stanza version of Vande Mataram was sung during the recent match. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song, similar to…
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From injury scare to US Open champion: Elena Rybakina rises to No. 1
A remarkable display of mental and physical resilience carried Rybakina to her first US Open crown, a 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 win over Aryna Sabalenka, the powerful Belarusian, and her third Grand Slam title.
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Why India are playing as ‘away’ team in Delhi for Afghanistan series: Explained
The Afghanistan Cricket Board is hosting all three T20Is in Delhi, with the remaining two matches also scheduled at the same venue.
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Crazy day of chess! Carlsen loses, boosts Sindarov’s GCL hopes, only to be denied
Magnus Carlsen suffered his first GCL 2026 defeat as Alireza Firouzja’s Triveni Continental Kings upset APL Pipers, but the result failed to alter the standings. Home favourites American Gambits briefly revived their qualification hopes before losing to Pipers. Nihal Sarin’s defeat on time ended their finals bid, setting up a third-place clash with Mumba Masters…
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England’s Stokes retirement, McCullum exit, Carse row & Root return end in 3-0 sweep
England triumphed with a commanding 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, with returning captain Joe Root commending the team’s ability to adapt amidst significant turmoil. The players showcased impressive resilience and execution, building on the foundation set by earlier coaches and leaders. This victory highlights their capacity to overcome challenges both on and off the…
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Nigar Sultana’s handshake snub to Harmanpreet backfires as BCB distances itself, reviews captaincy
During the toss, Bangladesh’s captain Nigar Sultana declined to shake hands with India’s skipper, a decision that the Bangladesh Cricket Board clarified was her own. The board plans to evaluate her leadership after the Asian Games, taking into account the team’s performance. Additionally, there have been complaints regarding her behavior. Bangladesh faced a setback, losing…
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‘Open to it’: Mike Hesson eyes Pakistan Test role as Afridi makes red-ball return
Mike Hesson has shown interest in assuming a permanent position as Pakistan’s Test coach. Shaheen Afridi emphasised that red-ball cricket is his primary focus. Hesson recognises the untapped potential within Pakistan’s Test setup for future advancements. Afridi’s return to first-class cricket could significantly enhance the team’s prospects. Both are concentrating on their imminent commitments and…