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“Boys have a point to prove…”: Sri Lanka’s Shanaka ahead of dead-rubber clash against India in Asia Cup
Ahead of Sri Lanka’s final Super Four match against India in the Asia Cup, all-rounder Dasun Shanaka expressed hope for a competitive contest, stating that although his team is exiting the tournament, they still have a “point to prove” ahead of the T20 World Cup next year, which India and Sri Lanka will co-host. India,…
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ICC suspends USA Cricket after breaching obligation as member
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended USA Cricket (USAC) with immediate effect following a thorough review of its affairs and extensive engagement with key stakeholders over the past year. The ICC board decided during a meeting earlier, and the sanction was based on USA Cricket’s repeated and continued breaches of its obligations as an…
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“No evidence ball touched ground”: Ex-Umpire Anil Chaudhary supports Sanju Samson’s catch
Former Indian international-level umpire Anil Chaudhary delivered his take on the catch by Sanju Samson during the India-Pakistan clash to dismiss Fakhar Zaman, saying that to him it seemed the batter was out and there was no evidence that the ball touched the ground. During the clash with Pakistan, Sanju’s catch to dismiss Fakhar became…
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“I go with the flow”: Abhishek Sharma reflects on his batting approach
After a 41-run win over Bangladesh in the Super Fours clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday, Indian opener Abhishek Sharma attributed his success to playing according to the flow of the game and adapting to the field placement. Sharma acknowledged that he and Shubman Gill took time to settle in against Bangladesh’s bowlers,…
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Can’t give excuses, but rings of fire cause disturbance: Chakravarthy on India’s dropped catches woes
India’s mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy didn’t offer any excuse while reflecting on the number of dropped opportunities, but subtly indicated that the Dubai International Stadium’s lights act as a “disturbance”, making it hard to identify the ball. In the last two Super Fours fixtures, Indian fielders have been exposed to the harsh reality of taking…
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“We don’t take anyone lightly”: Jaker Ali on Bangladesh’s mindset against Pakistan
Ahead of their crucial clash against Pakistan in the ongoing T20 Asia Cup, Bangladesh stand-in skipper Jaker Ali emphasised that his team does not underestimate any opponent but instead focuses on their own strengths and abilities. Bangladesh’s record against Pakistan in T20 Internationals remains challenging, with five wins and 20 losses out of 25 encounters.…
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India trounce Mongolia to get historic first win on futsal court
There were a handful of Indian supporters at the Qushaian Al-Mutairi Hall in Ardiya, but they were the fortunate few to witness a historic moment unfold. India recorded their first-ever international futsal victory as they overpowered Mongolia 3-0 in the last Group A clash of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers. as per the…
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Our group in “great spot”, looks “well balanced”: Australia skipper Healy ahead of WC title defence
Australia captain Alyssa Healy said that ahead of their ICC Women’s World Cup title defence, the team is in a “great spot” and it looks “well-balanced” with a group of youth and experience. Defending champions Australia will be eyeing an unprecedented eighth World Cup crown, with captain Healy confident that the blend of fresh energy…
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“Needless, tells about their nature and upbringing”: Irfan Pathan on Farhan, Rauf’s controversial gestures against India
Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan wasn’t surprised by Pakistan tearaway Haris Rauf and opener Sahibzada Farhan’s controversial gestures during their Super Fours fixture against India at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai. He believes their “needless” action served as a mere reflection of their nature and upbringing. India staged a commanding six-wicket triumph over Pakistan by…
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“Aim to fill the trophy cabinet with World Cup”: Indian spinner Sneh Rana
Indian spin-bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana has said that the team aims to win the World Cup trophy. She also spoke on the crucial role the Women’s Premier League (WPL) has played in Indian women’s cricket. Sneh will be a part of the Indian team, which will start their World Cup 2025 campaign against Sri Lanka…
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India’s Speed Skating World Championships 2025 contingent returns with historic haul of three golds, two bronze
 The Indian contingent that made history at the recently concluded Speed Skating World Championships in China returned to a warm welcome at the Delhi Airport on Tuesday. The team bagged a record-breaking total of three gold medals and two bronze, marking India’s most successful outing at the global event to date. Senior skater Anandkumar Velkumar…
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World Wrestling C’ships: Antim secures second successive bronze, enters history books
Olympian Antim Panghal secured India’s first medal at the World Wrestling Championships at Zagreb, Croatia, a bronze medal in women’s 53 kg on Thursday. Antim defeated two-time European champion Jonna Malmgren of Sweden 9-1 and made herself a part of the Indian wrestling history books, becoming the only Indian after Vinesh Phogat to have multiple…
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ICC to take action against PCB for breaching regulations: Source
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has formally addressed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) through a letter/e-mail, detailing a series of violations that the PCB has committed, as per ICC Source. The ICC is expected to take disciplinary action against the PCB for breaching regulations. The violations pertain to the PCB’s decision to film and share…
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Pycroft informed of ‘no handshake’ four minutes before Ind-Pak toss
Andy Pycroft, the match refree for India-Pakistan clash during the ongoing Asia Cup, who has been in a controversy due to a ‘handshake row’ between both sides, was only told minutes before the toss ahead of September 14 fixture between both arch-rivals that both teams were not to shake hands, as per ESPNCricinfo. As per…
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No rule for post-match handshakes, says former umpire Anil Chaudhary
Former international umpire Anil Chaudhary suggested that the PCB’s recent controversies, including the Asia Cup boycott threat, issues with ICC match referee Andy Pycroft, and the handshake row with Team India, were attempts to shift the narrative after Pakistan’s loss to India in the tournament. Chaudhary noted that there’s no ICC rule mandating post-match handshakes,…
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SL all-rounder Dunith Wellalage’s father dies on day of Asia Cup clash with Afghanistan
Suranga Wellalage, the father of Sri Lankan all-rounder Dunith Wellalage, died on September 18, the same day his son played the Asia Cup Group B fixture against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. Wellalage, 22, learnt of his father’s demise following the match, which SL won by six wickets to advance tothe Super Four stage undefeated. Soon…
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Manu Bhaker among eight Indians to compete in ISSF World Cup Final 2025
Two-time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker features among eight Indian shooters who have confirmed their tickets for the ISSF World Cup Final 2025, which will be held in Doha, Qatar, from December 4 to 9 this year. Manu is the only Indian shooter to feature in two events for the year-ending ISSF showpiece. She is set…
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“I have prepared very well”: Navdeep Singh ahead of World Para Athletics Championships 2025
Ahead of the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in New Delhi, Arjuna awardee and Javelin Para-Thrower Navdeep Singh expressed confidence in his preparation for the tournament. The stage is set for the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in New Delhi, the biggest para athletics event ever hosted by India. With more than 2,500 athletes from…
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FC Goa lose to Al Zawraa SC in AFC Champions League Two
FC Goa fought hard, but ultimately suffered a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Iraq’s Al Zawraa SC in their AFC Champions League Two 2025-26 Group D tie at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa, on Wednesday, as per the AIFF website. The entertaining encounter at PJN Stadium saw plenty of goalmouth action, but…
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“Stood by us in defeat and in victory”: Siraj recalls his memories of meeting PM Modi
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday, Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj spoke on how the PM “lifted” the Indian team’s spirits after a disappointing loss to Australia in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 after a dominant 10-match win streak and also congratulated them when they won the T20 World Cup…
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Sanju Samson picks attributes of several players as he tackles “perfect batter” posers
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson on Tuesday made his “perfect batter” choices, recalling traits of his current teammates and making an interesting choice for the “defence” attribute. Samson was speaking in a video posted by the Sony Sports Network, the broadcasters for the ongoing Asia Cup. Speaking in the video, he said, “I do not see…
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Asia Cup: Bangladesh defeat valiant Afghanistan by 8 runs in a thriller, fight for Super Four spots intensifies
An excellent exhibition of spin and some fantastic death overs bowling by Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman took Bangladesh to a nail-biting eight run win over Afghanistan in their Asia Cup clash at Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. With this win, Bangladesh retain their second spot in the group with two wins and a loss, total…
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“Like things coming at fast pace”: England’s youngest captain Bethell ahead of 1st Ireland T20I
Rising England all-rounder Jacob Bethell, set to become the youngest international cricket captain ever for his side during the first T20I against Ireland on Wednesday, remarked that he likes “things coming at a fast pace”, referring to his rise in international cricket for England. When England takes on Ireland in the first T20I of the…
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Bangladesh to support Sri Lanka? Captain Litton spills beans; Afghanistan skipper Rashid rues “irresponsible shots”
Bangladesh captain Litton Das light-heartedly quipped about supporting Sri Lanka, who hold the key to the door that unlocks their qualification for the Super 4 following their nerve-jangling eight-run victory over Afghanistan at the ongoing Asia Cup. His counterpart, Rashid Khan, rued the missed opportunity of gunning down the target from a gettable distance and…
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Roundglass Hockey Academy, SAI Sonipat register wins as Phase II starts in Jalandhar
Roundglass Hockey Academy (RGHA) and Sports Authority of India National Centre of Excellence, Sonipat, continued their winning run as Phase II of the second edition of the Punjab Hockey League (U-21) got underway today here at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium. Both teams continue to occupy the top two places in the table, with…
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