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‘Focus on cricket, not the noise,’ Mithali tells India ahead of Pakistan clash
India secured a Women’s Asia Cup semifinal spot after a dominant win. The team now prepares for a crucial match against Pakistan in Dubai. Former captain Mithali Raj advises players to focus on cricket and their roles. She believes India is the favourite to win the upcoming match. The Asia Cup serves as a vital…
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SAI creates ‘Little Japan’ in India: Athletes get a taste of Asian Games life in containers
The Sports Authority of India has launched a unique facility inspired by Japanese culture, featuring accommodations fashioned from shipping containers. These two-bedroom units are equipped with contemporary amenities, immersing athletes in Japanese cuisine such as ramen, sushi, and tempura crafted by skilled chefs. This endeavour is geared towards helping athletes adjust to Japan ahead of…
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World Cup winner among 62 in age-fraud dock; BCCI bans India U-19 player for 2 years
The BCCI has handed a two-year suspension to leg-spinner Rohit Yadav over age fraud allegations stemming from discrepancies in his birth records. Rohit had previously been selected for India’s Under-19 team in matches against Australia. Additionally, the Cricket Association of Bengal has raised concerns about sixty-two other players facing similar documentation issues, highlighting the need…
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From basketball- & boxing-obsessed nation, Alex Eala is creating a fandom of her own
Alex Eala’s phenomenal performance at the US Open is not only thrilling fans but also transforming the landscape of sports in the Philippines. Having reached the third round, her journey of historic victories and a rise to world number eighteen has sparked a wave of enthusiasm. The ‘Laban Alex’ movement embodies the surge of national…
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‘World laughing at Pakistan?’: PCB slammed for turning team into ‘laughingstock’
Nasser Hussain lambasts the Pakistan Cricket Board for its recent overhaul following the Test team’s disappointing performance in England. The drastic measures involved sending home seven players and two coaches, leading Hussain to declare that the team’s integrity has been compromised, stating they have become a laughingstock. Furthermore, he expressed concern regarding the public critiques…
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Engineer by day, cricketer by night: The unlikely journey of Anshuman Hooda
Anshuman Hooda was a national-level roller skater, a graduate of Delhi Technological University (DTU), an employee at a multinational company and someone who had never played age-group cricket. After two failed Under-23 trials, he contemplated quitting the game. Then came the Delhi Premier League (DPL), and a 140 kmph fast bowler emerged who, according to…
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Spain to fund egg freezing for women footballers; what does it mean?
According to an EL Pais report, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) is finalising an agreement with a fertility clinic that will allow members of the Spain women’s team to undergo egg vitrification.
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The long game: Inside MLB’s big bet on India’s baseball future
Major League Baseball (MLB) is taking the long road in India, betting on grassroots participation, cricket’s massive ecosystem and a new generation of young players rather than rushing towards a professional league. Since 2019, it has introduced the First Pitch programme in schools across Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, launched the MLB Cup youth tournament and…
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Samson-Sooryavanshi to open? Ex-India cricketer suggests new opening combination
In an exciting update, Sanju Samson has been reintegrated into India’s T20I squad for the upcoming Afghanistan series. Deep Dasgupta, the former player, has recommended experimenting with a batting partnership of Samson and the talented Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who caught the selectors’ eye during the Zimbabwe series. Dasgupta stresses that exploring combinations is vital for India’s…
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Time to appoint Smriti Mandhana as captain of Indian team: Diana Edulji
Mandhana became the leading run-getter in women’s internationals, en route to her hundred (124) in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 on Thursday against Hong Kong in Dubai