Wednesday 31 January 2024

Monday 29 January 2024

WTC rankings: India drop below Bangladesh after defeat against England

Following their shocking 28-run loss to England in the opening Test in Hyderabad, India has fallen to fifth place in the World Test Championship rankings, behind Bangladesh.

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Gill has been given the cushion perhaps even Pujara didn't get: Kumble

Former India captain Anil Kumble believes that Shubman Gill has been given more leniency than Cheteshwar Pujara. Gill, who has struggled in his recent Test innings, needs to perform well in the second Test against England to alleviate the pressure. Kumble emphasizes the importance of Gill improving his mentality and making technical adjustments, especially in facing spin.

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England don't worry about outside noise: Nasser Hussain

In an unforgettable debut, left-arm spinner Tom Hartley dazzled with an exceptional display, clinching a stunning 7 for 62, propelling England to a remarkable 28-run triumph over India in the opening Test of the five-game series at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Ollie Pope's brilliant innings of 196 proved instrumental in England's resurgence, guiding them to a total of 420 in their second innings despite trailing by 190 runs initially. This set India a daunting target of 231, shaping the course of the match.

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Sunday 28 January 2024

Fully fit Deepak Chahar sets sights on T20 World Cup

India seamer Deepak Chahar is preparing for a comeback after a challenging personal phase, which sidelined him for a few assignments. Chahar is set to compete in the T20 World Cup, jointly hosted by the US and West Indies, later this year. He missed India's tour of South Africa and home T20Is against Afghanistan due to his father's brain stroke, which he has recovered from. Chahar emphasizes that his father comes first and that his achievements are due to him.

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Ashwin and Jadeja face unexpected challenge in Hyderabad

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, the new leading wicket-taking duo for India in Test matches, have surpassed legendary Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh in the Hyderabad Test. In the first innings against England, they took six wickets to bowl the visitors out for 246s. However, England scored 420 in their second innings, leaving the Indian spinners frustrated.

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Watch: Ollie Pope gets a cheering welcome after scoring 196

Ollie Pope's unbeaten 196 led England's fightback against India in Hyderabad. Pope's knock of the ages included sweeps and reverse sweeps, hitting 21 fours in his 278-ball stay. He was clean bowled by Jasprit Bumrah on Day 4 while attempting a reverse-scoop. Pope's partnership with Tom Hartley added 80 runs for the eighth wicket.

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Saturday 27 January 2024

Watch: Ponting's reminder to Roach - 'Still owes me about $1.5 mn'

The discussion in a 'Channel 7' segment traced its origins to the 2009 Australia vs West Indies Test in Perth, where Roach subjected Ponting to a relentless series of bouncers. That memorable spell ultimately contributed to Roach securing an Indian Premier League (IPL) contract shortly thereafter.

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Watch: Bumrah's delivery to uproot Duckett's off-stump

England's Ben Duckett falls to Jasprit Bumrah's sharp inward movement, trapped in front of leg stump. Duckett's dismissal, not initially given by the umpire, was later confirmed by ball-tracking. Ollie Pope continues to fight for England in the second innings against India.

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U-19 World Cup: Unbeaten India face struggling USA

India is expected to easily defeat USA in their U-19 World Cup match, securing a super six berth. The USA team, largely composed of Indian Americans, has struggled against Bangladesh and Ireland. India's top performers include Saumy Pandey, Naman Tiwari, Musheer Khan, and Uday Saharan.

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Friday 26 January 2024

UP Warriorz name Chamari as replacement for Lauren Bell

English fast bowler Lauren Bell has withdrawn from the upcoming season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) with UP Warriorz on Friday naming Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu as her replacement. Athapaththu has been signed for her base price of Rs 30 lakh, the WPL said in a statement. The Sri Lankan captain is also one of the most experienced players having featured in over 120 T20Is.

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Juergen Klopp to leave Liverpool at the end of the season

Juergen Klopp, who recently guided Liverpool to the final of the League Cup, has communicated his decision to the club's leadership, bringing an end to his eight-and-a-half-year tenure at Anfield. The departure is not limited to Klopp alone, as assistant managers Pepijn Lijnders and Peter Krawietz will also be leaving Liverpool simultaneously, according to the club's statement. The trio, who have played integral roles in Liverpool's recent successes, will be bidding farewell to the club at the end of the ongoing campaign.

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Sania receives support in Pakistan after separation from Shoaib

Sania Mirza receives support after ex-husband Shoaib Malik reveals his marriage to TV actor and model Sana Javed. Social media users criticize Malik and Sana for breaking up their marriages. Malik and Sana had an affair for three years while married to other people, causing their divorces.

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Australian Open: Djokovic stunned by Sinner in semifinal

Jannik Sinner terminated Novak Djokovic's bid for tennis immortality at the Australian Open on Friday, ending the Serb's record 33-match winning run at Melbourne Park and his bid for a 25th Grand Slam title. The Italian fourth seed was unfazed by dropping his first set of the tournament against the king of Rod Laver Arena, winning 6-1, 6-2, 6-7 (6/8), 6-3 to reach a first Grand Slam final. Ten-time champion Djokovic, who had not tasted defeat at the Australian Open since 2018, was gunning for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title but Sinner ripped up the script in spectacular fashion.

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Thursday 25 January 2024

Watch: Axar Patel bamboozles Jonny Bairstow with a beauty

England were 60/3 at the fall of Zak Crawley's wicket when Jonny Bairstow walked to the crease in the first Test against India in Hyderabad. Bairstow, along with Joe Root, took England to lunch at 108/3. However, Axar Patel's delivery after lunch dismissed Bairstow, breaking the 61-run partnership.

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Live Score U19 World Cup: India vs Ireland



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Ashwin, Jadeja break Kumble-Harbhajan's big record

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have become India's most successful bowling pair in Test cricket, with a record of 503* wickets in 50 Tests, surpassing the previous milestone of 501 wickets in 54 Tests held by the Kumble-Harbhajan duo. Their impressive performance in the opening Test against England in Hyderabad solidifies their position as one of the most prolific bowling combinations in Indian cricket history.

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Wednesday 24 January 2024

Billings feels Ashwin and Jadeja are biggest threat for England

Ahead of the first Test match between India and England on Thursday in Hyderabad, English wicketkeeper batter Sam Billings on Wednesday said that Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja will be the biggest challenge for the visitors. When inquired about Bazball, he expressed optimism. Additionally, he stated that the team led by Ben Stokes is poised to approach the first Test match with a positive mindset. The next four matches will be played in Vizag, Rajkot, Ranchi and Dharamsala.

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1st Test Preview: India's home dominance faces test vs England

India's spin maestros, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, will face England at the RGI Stadium in Hyderabad, where the pitch is expected to offer turn and grip. England's chances are boosted by the absence of Virat Kohli in the opening two Tests, leaving a significant gap in India's middle order. Despite these challenges, India remains a formidable opponent, with Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul anchoring the batting order and KS Bharat taking wicket-keeping duties.

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Tuesday 23 January 2024

FACTBOX: India vs England Test series

India's record of not losing a Test series at home in over a decade is threatened by England in a five-match series starting in Hyderabad on Thursday. Ben Stokes returns from knee surgery to lead the team under coach Brendon McCullum, ready to unleash an aggressive approach that has revitalized the Test format.

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'Bit sore and sorry…': Maxwell embarrassed after Adelaide incident

Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell suffered a fall while watching a pub band in Adelaide. Cricket Australia called to check for injuries. Maxwell's manager, Ben Tippett, confirmed that he is now training in Melbourne and is not under investigation by Cricket Australia. He clarified that Maxwell was sore on Saturday but is now back in Melbourne and resumed training.

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Monday 22 January 2024

Aus Open: Bopanna, Ebden enter men's doubles quarter-finals

Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden advanced to the quarterfinals of the men's doubles at the Australian Open. Seeded second in the draw, they won 7-6, 7-6 against the 14th-seeded pair of Wesley Koolhof from the Netherlands and Nikola Mektic from Croatia. Despite facing an early break in both sets, Bopanna and Ebden showcased their skills with signature shots, including backhand down-the-line winners and deft overhead lobes.

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Medvedev battles past Borges to reach Aus Open quarters

Russia's Daniil Medvedev defeated Portugal's Nuno Borges to advance to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open. Medvedev, the third seed, acknowledged Borges's efforts but admitted that he missed a few set points in the third set. He now faces Polish ninth seed Hubert Hurkacz in the quarter-finals. Medvedev acknowledged Borges's efforts and acknowledged his physical limitations before the match.

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Sunday 21 January 2024

England fast-bowling legend Anderson's 'tweak' for India Tests

Even in the present day, it remains challenging to envision a fast bowler achieving the milestone of 700 Test wickets. However, England's seasoned 41-year-old pacer, James Anderson, is just 10 wickets away from this impressive feat. He aims to reach this milestone during the five-Test series in India, having arrived with a subtle adjustment to his game. The first match of the five-Test series begins on January 25 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

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'If youngsters can replicate half of what Virat Kohli does...'

The nail-biting conclusion of the third T20I clash between India and Afghanistan highlighted Virat Kohli's exceptional performance. In a crucial moment of the match, the 35-year-old displayed brilliance in the field by preventing a potential six with a last-second leap, nearly converting it into a catch. He skillfully threw the ball back into play without his body touching or crossing the fence. Kohli's outstanding fielding efforts earned him the 'Best Fielder of the Series' award from the team management.

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'Viratball' vs 'Bazball': Gavaskar says Kohli's form can defy England

In Test cricket, Virat Kohli boasts an impressive record of 29 centuries and 30 fifties, a fact highlighted by the legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar. Gavaskar suggests that Kohli's remarkable consistency and conversion rate may play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the upcoming five-match Test series. Emphasizing further, Gavaskar anticipates a tough challenge for the aggression-driven 'Bazball' approach, especially against the Indian spinners who enjoy the advantage of playing in spin-friendly home conditions.

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Spinners will win England series for India: Atherton

Former England captain Michael Atherton believes that India's potent spin attack, led by Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel, will secure the five-Test home series victory over Ben Stokes and the England team.

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Saturday 20 January 2024

Will see if England stick to Bazball: Zaheer Khan

The India vs England Test series begins in Hyderabad on January 25. Former cricketers Zaheer Khan, Pragyan Ojha, and Parthiv Patel discuss the Bazball strategy and its effectiveness against India's spinners. Ojha questions England's backup plans, while Patel believes India will aim for a 5-0 victory to improve their position in the World Test Championship table. India have emerged victorious in 16 consecutive Test series at home ever since they lost 1-2 to England in 2012.

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Carlos Alcaraz races into last 16 after Shang Juncheng retires

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Shang Juncheng, who retires due to injury in the Australian Open. Alcaraz, ranked number two in the world, dominates the match, winning 6-1, 6-1, 1-0. He expresses his excitement for reaching the second week of the tournament for the first time.

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Shoaib Malik ties the knot with Pakistan actress Sana Javed

Shoaib Malik married for the third time tying the knot with Pakistan actress Sana Javed on Saturday.

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Friday 19 January 2024

In Pics: Top 10 highest run-scorers in India-England Tests

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Mirra Andreeva continues dream run at Australian Open

Mirra Andreeva, a 16-year-old tennis sensation, achieved her best Grand Slam performance at the Australian Open by overcoming France's Diane Parry in a thrilling come-from-behind match. Despite a 1-5 deficit in the deciding set, Andreeva managed to win five consecutive games to serve for the match at 6-5. However, Parry broke back, setting up a tie-break, but Andreeva seized control again, securing a remarkable victory. This marks Andreeva's best Grand Slam performance to date.

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Thursday 18 January 2024

1st Test: Australia in command against West Indies

Travis Head's century and Josh Hazlewood's superb bowling put Australia in control of the first Test against the West Indies. Head's attacking knock of 119 led Australia to a first-innings lead of 95. Hazlewood's spell saw him take four wickets for just two runs, including the dismissals of top-order West Indies batsmen.

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Super-Over Rules: What if 2nd Super Over also ends in a tie?

The sport has so far seen only two matches requiring a double 'Super Over' to decide the winner. The first instance was the Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings match in the 2020 edition of the Indian Premier League and the second unfolded in third T20I between India and Afghanistan at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, which gave India a 3-0 series sweep over the fellow Asian team. Here's a TOI explainer on the rules related to 'Super Over'.

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Wednesday 17 January 2024

'Continue to bring glory...': Sachin hails Praggnanandhaa

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, an 18-year-old chess prodigy from India, has become the top-rated player in the country after a win over World champion Ding Liren at the 2024 Tata Steel Chess tournament. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Praggnanandhaa on social media, expressing his admiration for his remarkable achievement and wishing him continued success in chess and bringing glory to India on the international stage.

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1st Test: Debutant Joseph sparks excitement in Adelaide

Shamar Joseph, a debutant, made a significant impact in the opening Test between Australia and the West Indies at Adelaide Oval. He showcased his bat and ball skills, providing hope for the West Indies. Australian captain Pat Cummins chose to bowl on a cool, overcast morning, and Josh Hazlewood, leading the Australian attack, claimed his 250th Test wicket. The West Indies were struggling at 133/9, with the situation looking dire for the visitors.

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Tuesday 16 January 2024

HS Prannoy advances to second round at India Open

The World No.9 Indian dished out a compact game to outwit Chinese Taipei's Chou Tien Chen, ranked 13th, 21-6, 21-19 in a 42-minute clash at the KD Jadhav Indoor hall in Delhi.

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India seek T20 perfection in final match against Afghanistan

Team India is set to face Afghanistan in their final T20I, marking their last match before the upcoming T20 World Cup. The team is focused on maintaining their high-intensity levels from victories at Mohali and Indore. India's recent aggressive mindset has been evident in their successful chases in the first two matches. This strategy is a departure from their previous strategy of building momentum for a final flourish in T20s. Virat Kohli's resurgence has been a highlight of the team's performance.

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Nagal becomes first Indian man in 35 yrs to beat a seed at Slam

Indian tennis sensation Sumit Nagal reached the second round of the Australian Open after defeating world number 27 Alexander Bublik in a straight-set match. Nagal, who qualified through qualifiers, displayed exceptional skill and determination, beating the 31st seed in a grueling match lasting two hours and 38 minutes. This victory marks Nagal's debut progression to the second round and a significant milestone in his tennis career.

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Monday 15 January 2024

Andy Murray bows out of Australian Open in first round

Murray's defeat to Argentine Tomas Martin Etcheverry deprived fans of a potential third-round clash with defending champion Novak Djokovic. The 36-year-old, who has suggested he may be playing his final season, put up stiff resistance in a 61-minute first set, but the 30th seed slowly ground him down to win 6-4, 6-2, 6-2.

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Watch: Has Troy Johnson pulled off the greatest catch of all time?

Last Saturday at the Basin Reserve, the T20 Super Smash witnessed an extraordinary display of athleticism as Troy Johnson of the Wellington Firebirds executed an unbelievable catch. The hit from Central Stags' opener Will Young seemed destined for a boundary, seemingly out of Johnson's reach. However, Johnson's remarkable effort turned what appeared to be a certain boundary into an unexpected wicket. The stunning effort didn't prove enough as Wellington went on to lose to Central by six wickets.

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'Yashasvi Jaiswal 'undroppable' from T20 World Cup squad'

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has declared opener Yashasvi Jaiswal as undroppable from the Team India squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA. Chopra believes Jaiswal's explosive half-century played a crucial role in India's series win and that his performance surpasses Shubman Gill in the T20I pecking order, making him an undroppable player and making runs.

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Sunday 14 January 2024

Satwik-Chirag finish runners-up at Malaysia Open

India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty faltered at the finishing line to end their dream run at the Malaysia Open Super 1000 with a narrow loss in the men's doubles final against world No. 1 Chinese Liang Wei keng and Wang Chang in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.

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'Why are batters allowed to...': Ian Chappell

The rise of T20 cricket has posed a threat to the survival of Test cricket, and according to Australian cricket legend Ian Chappell, another detrimental factor is the "abysmal pace of play." "The pace of play in Test cricket is abysmal. It's slowing every day and nothing is being done to improve matters. On the one hand Ben Stokes genuinely strives to improve the entertainment quotient of Test cricket but he's being undermined by the administrators' lack of initiative," Chappell said.

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Live Score: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I



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Saturday 13 January 2024

'Despite the preparations...': Ex-India player on team's batting lineup

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra said on Saturday that middle-order batter Rinku Singh could be the only left-hander in India's ICC T20 World Cup squad following the return of star batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the T20I set-up.

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Smith reveals reason behind his decision to take opening spot

Australian batter Steve Smith stated that the reason he moved to the opening spot following David Warner's retirement is simple, that he does not like to wait for his batting.

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