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Bumrah, Sooryavanshi on Afghanistan’s radar: Ibrahim Zadran reveals plans
Jasprit Bumrah is set to return to international cricket after missing matches due to a left knee injury. His return gives India another major option with the ball, but Zadran said Afghanistan will not make things complicated while facing the star pacer.
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‘I definitely know how his mind works’: Shreyas Iyer on Gautam Gambhir
Shreyas Iyer and Gautam Gambhir have worked together at Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where they helped the franchise win the IPL title in 2024. Iyer was the captain, while Gambhir was the mentor. Iyer believes Gambhir’s aggressive approach and his ability to understand individual players can help the team stay clear about their roles.
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Joe Root creates history, breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s Test record
Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62 off 69 balls, hitting nine fours, as England chased down 130 to complete a 3-0 Test series whitewash. His unbeaten half-century took his tally of Test fifties to 69, moving him past Tendulkar’s 68. West Indies great Shivnarine Chanderpaul is third on the list with 66 fifties, while Allan…
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India weigh Sooryavanshi vs Samson for opener; injuries remain cause for worry
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi emerged as the focal point of India’s optional training session ahead of the Afghanistan T20I series, spending extended time with Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak. His inclusion would create a selection dilemma alongside Sanju Samson, while skipper Shreyas Iyer backed India’s squad depth and addressed growing injury concerns ahead of the Asian Games.
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Shelton eyes US Open history as he takes on Zverev in maiden Grand Slam final
Shelton’s father, his coach and former tour pro Bryan Shelton, made history in 1991 when he became the first Black American man to win an ATP Tour title after Ashe in 1978. The business-like approach is a sign of how much Shelton has changed. The explosive left-hander who burst onto the Tour with a huge…
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England complete 3-0 Test series clean sweep with 8-wicket win over Pakistan
The eight-wicket defeat completed a disappointing series for Pakistan. England won the opening Test at Headingley by an innings and 103 runs before securing a 194-run victory in the second Test at Lord’s. They then finished the series in style, overcoming the early loss of two wickets to complete an eight-wicket win and a historic…
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Explained: Is cricket a designated sport under National Sports Governance Act?
Raising concerns this week, the Supreme Court has asked for BCCI’s interpretation of the National Sports Governance Act (NSGA), particularly as cricket remains unrecognised as a designated sport under the law. This designation is vital for the Act to function effectively across sports federations. We explain what those things, and more, mean.
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‘India’s very interested in what we do’: Firouzja, youngest to beat Carlsen’s record
Alireza Firouzja discussed his ankle injury, recovery, and strong connection with Indian chess fans during an exclusive interview. He praised Indian crowds and tandoori chicken, assessed Gukesh-Sindarov’s upcoming World Championship match as close, and reflected on the difficulty of reaching the Candidates. The 23-year-old is fully recovered and will next compete in Budapest’s Total Chess…
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‘Boom’ lets it rip in the nets, tests Sooryavanshi ahead of Afghanistan series
Star Pacer Looks In Prime Shape Ahead Of Afg T20I Series, But India Need To Be More Judicious With Him Expected To Play Lead Role In Reshaping India’s Undercooked Pace Attack In The Longer Formats Over The Next Year
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Pakistan’s Razaullah Khan scripts history, enters record books on Test debut
Razaullah Khan’s Test debut at Edgbaston turned heads as he launched nine sixes, establishing a new record for a No. 9 batter. Despite this impressive performance, Pakistan faced an innings defeat. His partnership with Mohammad Abbas was vital in helping the team avoid total collapse. As the match progresses, England requires just 130 runs to…