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India-Bangladesh cricket ties back on track? BCB’s media rights tender sparks hope
India and Bangladesh are poised to resume cricketing ties with a six-match white-ball series in September. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has initiated the process by floating a tender for media rights, signaling a potential thaw in relations after a year of strain. This development follows earlier postponements and diplomatic complexities, with the series tentatively scheduled…
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Haaland scores, then dons cowboy gear before unleashing his inner Viking
Norway’s star striker Erling Haaland celebrated his team’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 qualification with a series of fun social media posts, including cowboy and Viking themes. His dramatic 86th-minute winner against Ivory Coast secured their spot, making him the fastest to 60 international goals for Norway. They now face Brazil in the next…
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After Stokes’ retirement, Brook says he’d ‘be happy to take’ Test captaincy
England’s Test captaincy is up for grabs following Ben Stokes’ retirement. White-ball skipper Harry Brook has emerged as a strong contender, expressing his eagerness to lead the team in the longest format, calling it the ‘pinnacle’ of the game. Brook also backed Joe Root’s temporary captaincy during the recent New Zealand series, emphasizing his invaluable…
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FIFA World Cup: Mexico become first team since Italy in 1990 to …
Mexico have achieved a historic feat at the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the first team since 1990 to win their opening four matches without conceding a goal. A 2-0 victory over Ecuador secured their first knockout-stage win in 40 years, with Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scoring. This remarkable defensive and offensive performance positions…
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Big relief for Sreesanth! Kerala CA revokes three-year ban after apology
Former India pacer S Sreesanth’s three-year ban by the Kerala Cricket Association has been revoked. The decision follows Sreesanth’s unconditional apology for his critical remarks against the association. This lifts the suspension, allowing him to continue as co-owner of the Aries Kollam Sailors franchise in the Kerala Cricket League. The KCA warned of strict action…
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Déjà vu! Kluivert repeats father Patrick’s penalty heartbreak 26 yrs later – Watch
Football witnessed a poignant echo of the past as Justin Kluivert, like his father Patrick 26 years prior, missed a crucial penalty, contributing to the Netherlands’ shock FIFA World Cup 2026 exit against Morocco. The Dutch suffered their earliest ever World Cup elimination after a dramatic 3-2 penalty shootout loss. Morocco’s heroics, including a late…
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Abhishek Sharma’s year-long reign as World No. 1 ends in latest ICC T20I rankings
Ishan Kishan has claimed the top spot in the T20I batting rankings, edging out his teammate Abhishek Sharma with a remarkable performance. This is a notable achievement for Kishan, whose recent form, especially in the T20 World Cup, has been impressive. He now joins the ranks of elite Indian batsmen. Both players are preparing for…
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‘Carrying water is not degrading’: Ashwin addresses criticism over Sooryavanshi
Ravichandran Ashwin has defended his stance on young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s role, emphasizing that carrying drinks and observing from the bench offers valuable learning. He clarified his earlier comments, stating that such tasks are not demeaning and contribute to a player’s understanding of team dynamics. Despite a stellar IPL, Sooryavanshi’s debut is delayed, with Ashwin suggesting…
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‘I don’t think he will…’: Pujara on Sooryavanshi’s India debut in England
Cheteshwar Pujara, the former Indian cricketer, offers sage advice to 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, indicating that he may not step onto the field during the upcoming England T20I series. Pujara encourages the young player to remain level-headed amidst the excitement, suggesting that he might find his opportunity only if the seasoned batsmen succeed.
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Rain washes out T20I opener after Iyer, Abhishek power India to 189/7
India’s T20I opener against England was washed out due to persistent rain, preventing a chase after the hosts posted a formidable 189/7. Abhishek Sharma’s blistering 59 and Shreyas Iyer’s composed 68 laid the foundation, with Shivam Dube adding crucial late runs. Unfortunately, the weather had the final say, leaving the match a no-result without a…