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‘Go and educate yourself’: Anaya hits back at Marizanne Kapp over cricket return
Anaya Bangar urged critics to educate themselves on transgender inclusion in sports. She is seeking a pathway back into competitive women’s cricket after surgery. Cricket Australia has cleared her for elite play under specific policy requirements. Bangar aims to prove herself at the community level before aiming for the Women’s Big Bash League. Her eligibility…
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Brevis’ 75 goes in vain as Namibia stun South Africa in tri-series opener
In a thrilling opening match, Namibia triumphed over South Africa by an eighteen-run margin. Although the hosts set a target of 163 runs, they successfully defended it as their bowlers limited the Proteas to just 145 runs. Dewald Brevis fought valiantly with a score of 75, but it fell short.
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‘People don’t know the real story’: India hockey coach on pre-World Cup leave
Coach Sjoerd Marijne stood firm on his leave during the World Cup, emphasising that his participation remained steady. He highlighted that the team’s readiness was intact throughout his time away. India secured an impressive fifth place at the FIH World Cup, and Marijne inspired the squad to maintain their drive and elevate their standards. He…
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1139 minutes! How defiant Sonal Dinusha denied India a 2-0 series sweep
Dinusha came with a plan and stuck to it. He made time his closest ally. The support from the other end, coupled with tactical brilliance, meant India toiled for over 86 overs but still couldn’t get the result they wanted.
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‘Lonely & brutal’: Anaya opens up on trans journey as CA clears path back to cricket
Anaya Bangar has achieved a significant milestone as a trans athlete, gaining the green light from Cricket Australia to compete in women’s cricket. Reflecting on her transition journey, which has been marked by loneliness and emotional hurdles, she graciously acknowledges this opportunity following her gender-affirming surgery earlier this year. This clearance represents a long-awaited chance…
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Asia Cup: Anything less than title will be a ‘disappointment’ for India
Given the historic dominance of the Indian team in the tournament, former India cricketer and ex-women’s team coach WV Raman believes anything less than a title in the upcoming 2026 Women’s Asia Cup would be a “major disappointment” for Harmanpreet Kaur’s team.
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‘Can be one of SL’s greats’: Pujara draws Sanga, Jayawardene parallel for Dinusha
In the recent Test series, Sri Lankan batter Sonal Dinusha showcased remarkable talent, scoring three centuries and amassing an impressive 420 runs, which topped the series charts. Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara praised Dinusha’s remarkable resilience and consistency, expressing his belief that Dinusha has the potential to evolve into a great Sri Lankan cricketer. His…
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‘Absolutely ridiculous’: SA all-rounder slams CA’s decision on Anaya Bangar
Cricket Australia has cleared Anaya Bangar for a return to competitive women’s cricket. She can play community cricket until March 2027, meeting policy requirements. After this date, elite cricket eligibility depends on sustained testosterone levels. South African player Marizanne Kapp criticised the decision as unacceptable and unwarranted. Bangar emphasised that eligibility does not guarantee selection…
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In 1936, Cotar Ramaswami made India Test debut; he was later listed as ‘death unknown’
Ramaswami, born on June 16, 1896, in Madras (now Chennai), made his Test debut aged 40 years and 39 days against England at Manchester on July 25, 1936.
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Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League Finals despite competing in just two events
The final standings were updated after the last Diamond League meeting in Zurich on Thursday. Chopra finished sixth in the standings with 12 points after securing second place in Doha on June 19 and Lausanne on August 21.