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As the transfer window opens, which EPL footballers are most in demand?

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As the transfer window opens, which EPL footballers are most in demand?

EPL footballers who are most in demand.

From Luis Enrique’s PSG triumph to Diogo Jota’s tragic death: Football’s highs and lows in 2025

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From Luis Enrique’s PSG triumph to Diogo Jota’s tragic death: Football’s highs and lows in 2025

Football in 2025: The good, the sad and the ugly.

PSG finally win Champions League - Cape Verde FIFA World Cup qualification: Top 7 Sporting Moments in 2025

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PSG finally win Champions League - Cape Verde FIFA World Cup qualification: Top 7 Sporting Moments in 2025

A look at arguably the seven best sporting moments in 2025

Hardik Pandya may be rested for New Zealand ODIs, to play two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches

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Hardik Pandya may be rested for New Zealand ODIs, to play two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches

It would be a prudent call to rest Hardik Pandya, along with Jasprit Bumrah, for an inconsequential 50-over series against New Zealand.

Gautam Gambhir’s ratings as India coach in 2025: A poor 4/10 in Tests, excellent in white-ball cricket

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Gautam Gambhir’s ratings as India coach in 2025: A poor 4/10 in Tests, excellent in white-ball cricket

As a Test coach, Gambhir has failed miserably. When India suffered a home series whitewash against New Zealand last year, it felt like an aberration.

Red-ball farewells for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma; Sharath Kamal and Vandana Katariya also call it quits

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Red-ball farewells for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma; Sharath Kamal and Vandana Katariya also call it quits

Virat Kohli signed off with 9230 runs from 123 Tests, though he will most be remembered as the captain who won 40 Tests and made India the best red-ball side in the world for half a decade.

From Virat Kohli to Jemimah Rodrigues: The seven faces of Indian Cricket in 2025

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From Virat Kohli to Jemimah Rodrigues: The seven faces of Indian Cricket in 2025

Seven Indian cricketers, across men’s and women’s formats, defined 2025 through excellence, resilience and match-winning impact, shaping a landmark year for Indian cricket.

England sneak consolation win in Boxing Day Test that lasts just 142 overs on diabolical MCG pitch

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England sneak consolation win in Boxing Day Test that lasts just 142 overs on diabolical MCG pitch

The match, which drew an aggregate crowd of over 186,000 in the two days of play, was over in 142 overs, with 16 wickets falling on the second day after the first had seen both teams bowled out.

AIFF's 20-year league plan — Rs 70-cr annual budget, promotion and relegation

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AIFF's 20-year league plan — Rs 70-cr annual budget, promotion and relegation

AIFF presented a 20-year plan to the ISL clubs, mentioning that it would operate the country’s top-tier from June to May cycle, with promotion and relegation.

SWOT analysis of India’s T20 World Cup squad: Suryakumar Yadav’s form remains a big concern

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SWOT analysis of India’s T20 World Cup squad: Suryakumar Yadav’s form remains a big concern

The decision to drop Shubman Gill was a brave one. Bringing Rinku Singh back to the fold was a bold call. But now, as the focus shifts to the upcoming World Cup.

IPL Auction 2026: Chennai Super Kings shed ‘dad's army’ tag, embrace ‘T20 babies’

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IPL Auction 2026: Chennai Super Kings shed ‘dad's army’ tag, embrace ‘T20 babies’

The franchise seems to have started looking beyond MS Dhoni for whom the 2026 IPL could be the swansong.

From KKR’s Green-Pathirana gambit to Sarfaraz-Shaw redemption: Five IPL 2026 auction takeaways

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From KKR’s Green-Pathirana gambit to Sarfaraz-Shaw redemption: Five IPL 2026 auction takeaways

IPL 2026 Auction: It’s hard to even imagine a parallel universe where Liam Livingstone’s cricketing ability is worth 13 crores.

IPL 2026 auction: Will discarded Prithvi Shaw and Sarfaraz Khan attract bids?

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IPL 2026 auction: Will discarded Prithvi Shaw and Sarfaraz Khan attract bids?

IPL 2026 auction: Both Prithvi Shaw and Sarfaraz Khan are listed in the opening set of capped batsmen with a base price of Rs 75 lakh.

EXPLAINED: Why FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing ethics breach allegations over Peace Prize to Donald Trump

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EXPLAINED: Why FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing ethics breach allegations over Peace Prize to Donald Trump

According to a report in The Athletic, the complaint has been made by FairSquare, a non-profit organisation and advocacy group which focuses mainly on global labour migration rights, political repression and sport.

How Virat Kohli showed his enduring value as an ODI star in 2025

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How Virat Kohli showed his enduring value as an ODI star in 2025

Virat Kohli has opened up the possibility of being part of India’s World Cup campaign in 2027.

BCCI denies intervention, confirms Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma opted for Vijay Hazare on their own

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BCCI denies intervention, confirms Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma opted for Vijay Hazare on their own

The new season started with question marks over Rohit and Kohli’s international future. By dint of their performances, they are now owning their destiny again.

Rohit Sharma's report card of 2025: The Quiet exit, the loud comeback and the road ahead

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Rohit Sharma's report card of 2025: The Quiet exit, the loud comeback and the road ahead

Rohit Sharma will return to international cricket in January 2026, when India face New Zealand in a three-match ODI series. Before that, Rohit is expected to play for Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Records keep tumbling, yet Sachin Tendulkar's elusive 100 hundreds milestone stands beyond Virat Kohli

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Records keep tumbling, yet Sachin Tendulkar's elusive 100 hundreds milestone stands beyond Virat Kohli

Sachin Tendulkar, the original white-ball master, made 49 centuries in 452 ODI innings, with a three-figure knock coming along every nine visits to the crease.

Mohammed Shami to Hardik Pandya: How Ajit Agarkar’s selection committee has been unfair on many players

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Mohammed Shami to Hardik Pandya: How Ajit Agarkar’s selection committee has been unfair on many players

The selection committee under Ajit Agarkar that has made wrong selections and seemingly marginalised some talented players across formats.

Cricket comes full circle for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in MS Dhoni's hometown Ranchi

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Cricket comes full circle for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in MS Dhoni's hometown Ranchi

Fans left demoralised by the Test decline will hope that the two biggest names can still set the field afire at a venue that stores so many good memories for both.

Who could BCCI turn to if Gautam Gambhir is relieved of Test duty

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Who could BCCI turn to if Gautam Gambhir is relieved of Test duty

The BCCI must have taken note of India’s decline in red-ball cricket. It needs to be seen if there's a performance review meeting in the coming days.

India vs South Africa player ratings: Nitish Kumar Reddy gets 1, Dhruv Jurel second lowest

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India vs South Africa player ratings: Nitish Kumar Reddy gets 1, Dhruv Jurel second lowest

As India suffered yet another home series whitewash, here's how the players have fared…

Bazball a recipe of disaster for England? What do the numbers say

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Bazball a recipe of disaster for England? What do the numbers say

When Bazball clicks, it can blow the opposition away. But all too often, in unfavourable conditions that need a plan B, it falls flat.

Travis Head 'special' in Ashes opener reminds Ravi Shastri of World Cup heartbreak: 'You plunged my country...'

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Travis Head 'special' in Ashes opener reminds Ravi Shastri of World Cup heartbreak: 'You plunged my country...'

Travis Head's 83-ball 123, including 16 fours and four sixes, was like a hurricane. England were swept away.

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