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‘Always in chaos’: Hayden’s blunt verdict on Pakistan cricket amid latest turmoil
Matthew Hayden, the former Australian cricket opener, shared his insights on the persistent instability within Pakistan cricket. He emphasised how this ongoing chaos hampers players’ ability to perform consistently. Despite Pakistan’s wealth of natural talent, Hayden argued that the country’s issues hinder its chances to harness that potential into becoming a cricketing powerhouse on the…
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‘No handshake’ again: Harmanpreet, Fatima avoid customary gesture at Asia Cup toss
The long-standing no-handshake tradition persisted between the captains of India and Pakistan during the Asia Cup match. In Dubai, Fatima Sana won the toss and elected to bat first. Notably, Harmanpreet Kaur marked her 150th T20I match as captain. With both teams already in the semi-finals, India’s aim remains to uphold their dominance over Pakistan.
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Harmanpreet creates history, becomes first cricketer ever to captain in 150 T20Is
In a remarkable achievement, Harmanpreet Kaur captained her 150th T20I match during the Women’s Asia Cup against Pakistan, solidifying her status as a leading figure in women’s cricket. Her focus remains on enjoying the sport rather than tallying numbers, and this milestone places her ahead of many celebrated male captains in T20I history.
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‘Gukesh’s lifetime dream just came too early’: Aronian assesses Sindarov clash
In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, American Grandmaster Levon Aronian assesses the upcoming World Championship clash between Gukesh and Javokhir Sindarov. He discusses the immense pressure on Gukesh after becoming the youngest world champion, Sindarov’s adventurous style, and the strategic battle ahead. Aronian also reflects on his own career, revealing why he has no regrets…
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World champions coming to India: Forlán names Valverde, Núñez-led Uruguay squad
Uruguay have announced a 46-player preliminary list for upcoming FIFA international matches. The squad includes prominent players like Federico Valverde and Darwin Núñez. India will host Uruguay on October 6 in Kolkata. This match follows India’s encounter with Brazil three days prior. The Panama friendly has been rescheduled to September 25.
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‘Age is just a number’: Ishan Kishan confident of ‘hungry’ Mohd Shami making India comeback
Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami expresses his intense desire to return to the Indian cricket team. Ishan Kishan highlights Shami’s relentless ambition and performance during the Duleep Trophy matches. His exceptional bowling and valuable batting contributions have caught the attention of his captain. The final sees East Zone striving for their first Duleep Trophy title in…
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Kimi Antonelli heads into Monza GP as first Italian championship leader since 1953
Andrea Kimi Antonelli enters his home race leading the 2026 Formula 1 championship, becoming the first Italian driver to hold this position before Monza in over seven decades. With an impressive six wins and six pole positions under his belt this season, the stakes heighten as he faces a grid penalty for a power-unit change…
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Sonny Ramadhin: 1st Indian-origin WI cricketer who destroyed England in 1950
Born in St Charles Village in Trinidad, not far from the capital Port of Spain, Ramadhin lost both his parents when he was a toddler. He was raised by his grandparents, who had migrated from India to work on one of Trinidad’s cocoa estates.
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‘Tough, but no excuses’: Ishan, Tilak on going from Duleep final to Afghanistan T20Is
As they prepare for a key challenge, cricketers Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma are gearing up for a considerable format change. They will compete in the Duleep Trophy final before heading to the Afghanistan T20 series. Emphasising their commitment, both players acknowledged the need to adjust to the rigorous schedule ahead.
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From weed smell to a wardrobe fix: Sabalenka, Alcaraz light up unusual US Open day
Aryna Sabalenka complained about cannabis smoke during her US Open match. Kamilla Rakhimova was defeated by Sabalenka in straight sets. Casper Ruud previously mentioned the pervasive smell of marijuana in New York. Carlos Alcaraz adjusted his playing attire due to wardrobe concerns. The Williams sisters experienced a doubles match defeat after a significant lead.
