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Gicquel and Delphine Delrue become France’s first-ever World Champions
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue made history by becoming France’s first badminton World Champions in mixed doubles. The world No. 5 pair defeated top-ranked Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping 22-20, 19-21, 21-15 in the final. Their tactical performance capped a strong season, while Alex Lanier can add another historic title for France in…
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Ugly scenes! Jaiswal, Fernando clash after heated send-off in Colombo – Watch
Emotions ran high as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando clashed following the dismissal of the Indian opener. Fernando’s exuberant celebration sparked a fiery exchange, necessitating the intervention of the Sri Lankan captain to defuse the situation. By the end of the morning session, India found themselves at 88/2 after winning the toss, maintaining a lead…
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‘Unacceptable’: Langer slams two-day Tests after Australia rout Bangladesh
Justin Langer, the former Australian opener, has voiced strong concerns about the troubling rise of Test matches ending in just two days. He argues that this phenomenon could jeopardise the sport’s integrity and financial viability, attributing it to fundamental weaknesses in batting skills and footwork. Bangladesh’s captain, Najmul Hossain Shanto, acknowledged the tough conditions and…
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Starc turns back the clock with 10-wicket, vows to ‘milk his body’ for Tests
Mitchell Starc put on a spectacular display in the second Test versus Bangladesh, claiming ten wickets and securing a decisive innings victory for Australia, thereby equalizing the two-match series. His incredible performance elevated him to tenth place on the prestigious all-time Test wicket-takers list, as he achieved an early breakthrough with the opening delivery. Bangladesh…
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Mitchell Starc makes history! Enters record books to leave Bumrah trailing
Mitchell Starc has clinched his fourth Player of the Series accolade after achieving a remarkable 10-wicket haul. This outstanding performance not only highlights his exceptional skill but also elevates him above Dale Steyn on the all-time wicket-takers leaderboard. Starc has gained these series awards across three nations, alongside notable pacers like Jasprit Bumrah and Pat…
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‘We showed our character’: B’desh skipper despite two-day Test defeat to Oz
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said his team can take positives from their 1-1 Test series in Australia despite a heavy Mackay defeat. He praised the pacers and team’s fighting spirit, while stressing the need for more exposure to Australian conditions. Australia dominated the second Test, but Bangladesh’s historic Darwin win and strong pace performances…
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Hockey WC: How can India qualify for the semifinals? The permutations explained
Despite the setback against the Netherlands, India’s aspirations for the Hockey World Cup semifinal are still alive, albeit slim. With Argentina’s win against England, Craig Fulton’s team now has a chance, needing a decisive victory over Argentina by at least two goals. Additionally, a significant win by the Netherlands against England is crucial for India…
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Back-to-back fours, then out! Sooryavanshi falls cheaply in Duleep Trophy – Watch
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Duleep Trophy campaign began with a disappointing dismissal for just eight runs. He edged a delivery from Bishworjit Konthoujam to gully after a brief aggressive start. The young batter is yet to establish himself in first-class cricket for Bihar. East Zone, led by Ishan Kishan, also features Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar. Sooryavanshi’s…
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IND vs SL 2nd Test: India target 2-0 series win as Gill, Jaiswal look to bounce back
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Dhols, chants and belief: How Delhi turned a World Championships semi-final into a homecoming
A packed Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium created an unforgettable atmosphere as Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand battled China’s top seeds in the BWF World Championships semi-finals. Chants, dhols and unwavering support drove the Indian pair throughout their 64-minute contest. Though the eventual bronze medallists fell short, Delhi’s passionate crowd emerged as one of the tournament’s…