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BCCI meeting decoded: Saikia reveals plans for injuries, SENA tours & 2027 WC
The BCCI is set to enhance its overseas performance strategy while tackling player injuries. They aim to craft a robust plan in preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup, which will require adjustments in the Future Tours Programme to prioritise player rest. Recent defeats in white-ball matches against England and Ireland were carefully analysed, and…
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Watch: Chahal’s magical delivery leaves Ben Stokes stunned in County game
Yuzvendra Chahal dismissed Ben Stokes with a remarkable delivery in the County Championship. The Indian spinner’s magic ball left the England all-rounder completely baffled. Chahal claimed four wickets for 36 runs in a superb spell. Stokes has faced difficulties against Indian spinners recently. This dismissal highlighted Chahal’s impressive performance for Northamptonshire.
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VVS Laxman to step in as India head coach for Asian Games in Gambhir’s absence
VVS Laxman will coach the Indian men’s cricket team at the 2026 Asian Games. Gautam Gambhir will remain with the senior team for the West Indies ODI series. The Indian men’s team will defend its T20 title under Shreyas Iyer. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the defending champion Indian women’s team. Both teams are set to…
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Why Agarkar was not present in BCCI’s meeting? Devajit Saikia reveals the reason
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia clarified the situation surrounding Ajit Agarkar’s absence from a recent board meeting. He shared that Agarkar was traveling and encountered connectivity problems that prevented him from joining virtually. Saikia also brushed aside any rumors about adjustments to the senior men’s selection committee. The meeting primarily reviewed past performances and strategized for…
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How Super League Kerala is trying to build Indian football from the ground up
As Super League Kerala prepares for its third season, the league is betting on sustainability over spectacle. CEO Mathew Joseph outlines a club-first financial model, grassroots talent development, digital innovation and global broadcasting ambitions, while introducing India’s first penalty shootout-decided league format. The goal is clear: transform Kerala’s football passion into a sustainable ecosystem for…
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‘India lost to Ireland. Has cricket ended?’: Naqvi defends Pakistan’s shake-up
Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, stood firm regarding the team’s latest performances and selection adjustments. He questioned whether a handful of defeats should spell the end of cricket in Pakistan. Noting other teams’ challenges, he highlighted Pakistan’s advancements in white-ball rankings while also tackling critiques from former players about the management’s approach…
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Accidental cricketer: Konthoujam’s journey from boxing rings to first-class cricket
Before cricket, Bishworjit Konthoujam was a boxer who won school and state medals before making the switch to cricket. In his village, he would stop games and ask, “Ek ball karane do, please.” He had never played formal leather-ball cricket before adapting to the game. Years later, he has 147 first-class wickets and dismissed 15-year-old…
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‘Only a frikkin game’: Akram recalls helping India bowler before his anti-Pak posts
Legendary cricketer Wasim Akram urges fans to leave past conflicts behind when it comes to cricket. He emphasises that the India-Pakistan rivalry should be viewed simply as a sport. Reflecting on his mentorship of Irfan Pathan, who admired his bowling style, Akram noted Pathan’s impressive hat-trick against Pakistan. Ultimately, he reminded everyone that victories and…
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English cricketer runs 100km from Lord’s in unique Guinness World record attempt
Sam Bodoano undertook an impressive 100km challenge, running from Lord’s Cricket Ground to Valley End Cricket Club in his full cricket whites, a cricket ball in hand. The event concluded with him bowling the first ball of a match to his father. His effort garnered nearly £6,000 for The Ruth Strauss Foundation, with Guinness World…
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140kg deadlift: Who is Keyaa who lifted over 3 times her body weight for World silver?
Keyaa Kunal Banerji made headlines by lifting 140kg and snagging a silver medal at the world championships, an impressive feat that made waves on social media as it was over three times her own bodyweight. Meanwhile, Madhura Kar shone brightly, collecting four gold medals, and Asma Taherali Zabuawala secured a commendable sixth place in her…