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How Smriti Mandhana deals with setbacks? Old interview resurfaces post wedding controversy

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How Smriti Mandhana deals with setbacks? Old interview resurfaces post wedding controversy

Amidst the recent turn of events involving Smriti Mandhana's personal life, an old interview of the cricketer where she speaks about overcoming adversity has resurfaced.

'He thinks what he says is right but...': Afridi ridicules Gambhir; supports Kohli-Rohit for World Cup

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'He thinks what he says is right but...': Afridi ridicules Gambhir; supports Kohli-Rohit for World Cup

Shahid Afridi was also ecstatic about Rohit Sharma breaking his record for most sixes in ODI cricket.

'I get bored': Wasim Akram launches veiled attack on IPL, claims 'everybody overseas say PSL definitely No. 1'

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'I get bored': Wasim Akram launches veiled attack on IPL, claims 'everybody overseas say PSL definitely No. 1'

Wasim Akram compared the PSL's short, fast-paced format, which usually lasts just over a month, with the IPL's two-plus-month schedule.

Smriti Mandhana trains hard one day after confirming wedding cancellation; brother shares update

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Smriti Mandhana trains hard one day after confirming wedding cancellation; brother shares update

Smriti Mandhana, who was crucial to India's victory in the Women's World Cup 2025, will make her competitive comeback on December 21–30 at home in a 5-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.

Boycott slams England for ‘horror show’, rips into Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum’s Ashes blueprint

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Boycott slams England for ‘horror show’, rips into Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum’s Ashes blueprint

Boycott stated in a column for The Telegraph that although this Australian team "was there to be beaten," England's field, ball, and bat performance was so bad that "after just six days of Ashes cricket, England need a miracle."

‘Stay connected to your roots’: Suryakumar Yadav’s message to youngsters on power of domestic cricket

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‘Stay connected to your roots’: Suryakumar Yadav’s message to youngsters on power of domestic cricket

Speaking in Cuttack prior to the first T20I against South Africa, SKY claimed that players are being forced to return to their roots due to the shortened international schedule.

Brendon McCullum blames England’s Ashes woes on overtraining, prescribes ‘beach time’ reset

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Brendon McCullum blames England’s Ashes woes on overtraining, prescribes ‘beach time’ reset

Since winning the series in 2010–11, England has not won an Ashes Test in Australia. Ben Stokes, the captain, and head coach McCullum are committed to fixing that.

With 2027 World Cup in sight, Ex-IND selector warns Gambhir and Co. against chopping and changing batting order

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With 2027 World Cup in sight, Ex-IND selector warns Gambhir and Co. against chopping and changing batting order

India is still searching for their ideal lineup in the early phases of the 2027 ODI World Cup, and the possibility of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma is still very much alive.

'IPL is the best league in the world': Sunil Gavaskar issues stern message to foreign players

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'IPL is the best league in the world': Sunil Gavaskar issues stern message to foreign players

Josh Inglis, an Australian batsman and wicketkeeper, is currently in the headlines due to his restricted/limited availability.

Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘jiska zero hota hai’ quip to Shafali Verma steals the spotlight on KBC

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Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘jiska zero hota hai’ quip to Shafali Verma steals the spotlight on KBC

Verma acknowledged feeling ashamed of starting with zero runs when questioned about her India debut score. Bachchan answered encouragingly and motivated her.

IPL 2026 auction explained: How ‘maximum fee’ rule caps Cameron Green and other overseas stars at Rs 18 Crore

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IPL 2026 auction explained: How ‘maximum fee’ rule caps Cameron Green and other overseas stars at Rs 18 Crore

IPL 2026 auction: The IPL stated that the BCCI will use the extra funds for player welfare if the offer exceeded Rs 18 crore.

Shai Hope battles eye infection to hit dazzling hundred wearing sunglasses against New Zealand

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Shai Hope battles eye infection to hit dazzling hundred wearing sunglasses against New Zealand

Shai Hope, who still has a severe eye infection, making it necessary for him to bat wearing sunglasses during both innings.

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy knockout games moved from Indore due to hotel shortage: Report

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Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy knockout games moved from Indore due to hotel shortage: Report

The league stage of the SMAT is currently being held by the BCCI in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Hyderabad.

'Done things right 80-85 percent': Riyan Parag's honest take on RR captaincy, says 'don’t want to think about Samson...'

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'Done things right 80-85 percent': Riyan Parag's honest take on RR captaincy, says 'don’t want to think about Samson...'

Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals in eight matches when Sanju Samson was sidelined due to injury.

Irfan Pathan call outs Ravindra Jadeja's performance after below-par display against South Africa

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Irfan Pathan call outs Ravindra Jadeja's performance after below-par display against South Africa

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan was dissatisfied with Jadeja's batting style during the second ODI against South Africa.

Australia star enters IPL 2026 auction with bold declaration: ‘I can play only 4 matches’

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Australia star enters IPL 2026 auction with bold declaration: ‘I can play only 4 matches’

The highest price range of Rs 2 crore has been selected by a number of players who were released prior to this IPL auction.

Riyan Parag: 'My belief, or overconfidence, I can play both white-ball formats for India'

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Riyan Parag: 'My belief, or overconfidence, I can play both white-ball formats for India'

Riyan Parag made the comment after leading Assam to a 58-run win over Vidarbha in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

'Vanished in minutes': After Ranchi heroics, Virat Kohli mania sends Vizag ticket sales soaring

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'Vanished in minutes': After Ranchi heroics, Virat Kohli mania sends Vizag ticket sales soaring

Vizag is preparing for its biggest game and an opportunity to relive the wonders of their favorite player, Kohli, whether dew affects the match or not.

‘There was so much riding on us...’: Rohit Sharma on his heartwarming hug with Virat Kohli – WATCH

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‘There was so much riding on us...’: Rohit Sharma on his heartwarming hug with Virat Kohli – WATCH

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement from T20Is after winning the World Cup last year, and earlier this year in May the duo drew curtains on their Test careers.

'Ball feels like a bar of soap': Sunil Gavaskar explains how dew, wet outfield contributed to India's defeat in Raipur

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'Ball feels like a bar of soap': Sunil Gavaskar explains how dew, wet outfield contributed to India's defeat in Raipur

KL Rahul too made a joke about kicking himself for losing his second consecutive toss after the defeat.

Joe Root's maiden Test century in Australia saves Matthew Hayden from 'walking nude at MCG'

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Joe Root's maiden Test century in Australia saves Matthew Hayden from 'walking nude at MCG'

It was Joe Root’s 40th Test century, coming in his 160th match, and he is already the second-highest run-scorer in the format’s history, after Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar.

Mohammed Shami picks 4 wickets in 3.2 overs, sends strong message to selectors day after South Africa T20I snub

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Mohammed Shami picks 4 wickets in 3.2 overs, sends strong message to selectors day after South Africa T20I snub

Mohammed Shami's performance comes at a time when India failed to defend 358 against South Africa in the second ODI in Raipur.

'Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma future being decided by people who have not achieved much': Harbhajan Singh

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'Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma future being decided by people who have not achieved much': Harbhajan Singh

Rohit Sharma has amassed two fifties and a 121 not-out in his previous four innings, while Virat Kohli has smashed consecutive hundreds at home in the ongoing South Africa series.

Virat Kohli’s 2462-day streak comes to an end as India endure rare off-night in Raipur

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Virat Kohli’s 2462-day streak comes to an end as India endure rare off-night in Raipur

Fans were thoroughly entertained by Virat Kohli’s century, a second consecutive triple-figure score in the ongoing series.

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