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Dhruv shines like a jewel in Colombo; makes the opportunity(ies) count
With his place under pressure and Sarfaraz Khan breathing down his neck, Dhruv Jurel delivered when India needed him most. His hard-earned hundred in Colombo could be the knock that turns a make-or-break series into a career-defining one. India declared their first innings at 503 for 9 as only 53 overs were possible on Day…
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‘My grandfather was a farmer, my father a soldier’: Jurel on viral celebration
Dhruv Jurel’s unbeaten 115 against Sri Lanka was marked by an emotional ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ celebration, dedicated to his farmer grandfather and soldier father. His patient century helped India post 503/9 declared. Jurel also praised Rishabh Pant, who battled through a shoulder blow, and stressed staying grounded despite the milestone, saying he starts from…
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Jurel’s century, early strike from Prasidh-Suthar put India in command; Sri Lanka trail by 495
Dhruv Jurel showcased his batting prowess with an impressive unbeaten century, propelling India to a solid 503/9 before declaring. The bowlers then struck early, reducing Sri Lanka to a precarious 8/2. Rishabh Pant also played a vital role, with a quickfire 63 runs. Despite rain interruptions, Jurel achieved his landmark after a nail-biting moment, positioning…
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Rishabh Pant breaks another record in Colombo, surpasses Adam Gilchrist
In a phenomenal display of skill, Rishabh Pant has outshone Adam Gilchrist’s Test six record, achieving an impressive 102 sixes over just 52 matches, positioning him third globally. Additionally, he has set a new benchmark as India’s highest run-scorer among wicketkeepers in away Tests, surpassing MS Dhoni’s previous record. Furthermore, Pant leads India in the…
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‘One tip one hand’: English batter out in bizarre fashion in County match – Watch
Northamptonshire pacer Luke Procter bowled a short delivery that angled into left-handed Moores. The batter went back and defended the ball, which bounced close to the crease and appeared to be heading towards the stumps.
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Bopanna blasts sports ministry rule as five players miss Asian Games squad
The sports ministry’s guidelines limited the Asian Games tennis squad to players ranked among the top eight in Asia. As a result, Manas Dhamne, Vaishnavi Adkar, Sahaja Yamalapalli, Vaidehee Chaudhari and Prarthana Thombare missed out on selection.
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AITA, Bopanna slam 2026 Asian Games tennis omissions; Sports Ministry steadfast on selection criteria
Despite being inducted into the government’s Target Asian Games Group earlier this year, Manas Dhamne and Vaishnavi Adkar were omitted from India’s 2026 Asian Games tennis squad after the Sports Ministry cut AITA’s 12-member recommendation to seven. Rohan Bopanna criticised the decision, while the ministry maintained its medal-potential policy over sending players for exposure.
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‘We can ask Pakistan and request them’: Kapil asks ‘better treatment’ for Imran
Former India captain Kapil Dev has joined 21 former international captains in urging Pakistan to provide jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan with proper medical care and humane conditions. The group has asked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to follow court orders allowing medical treatment and weekly family visits. Kapil stressed that the appeal is about…
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Yashasvi Jaiswal, Asitha Fernando fined 25% match fee for Colombo Test altercation
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando faced penalties for their on-field clash during a recent match. The International Cricket Council announced Level 1 sanctions after both athletes acknowledged their wrongdoing. The tension flared up following Fernando’s dismissal of Jaiswal, culminating in heated words exchanged between them. Their teammates, along with Sri Lanka’s captain, quickly stepped in…
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Rishabh Pant leapfrogs Shubman Gill to become India’s leading WTC run-scorer
Rishabh Pant has etched his name in cricket history as India’s top scorer in World Test Championship, successfully surpassing Shubman Gill’s record during the thrilling second Test against Sri Lanka. Moreover, he has broken MS Dhoni’s record for the highest runs achieved by a wicketkeeper in away Tests, marking a triumphant return from injury.
