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What Ranji Trophy triumph means for cricket and sport in J&K

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What Ranji Trophy triumph means for cricket and sport in J&K

Sporting/cricket infrastructure in the region is expected to get a facelift after their tremendous performance in the Ranji Trophy final.

J&K coach Ajay Sharma’s redemption: Once banned for match-fixing charges to now cusp of scripting Ranji Trophy history

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J&K coach Ajay Sharma’s redemption: Once banned for match-fixing charges to now cusp of scripting Ranji Trophy history

Ajay Sharma was one of the fall guys of the Cronje-gate at the turn of the century. He was banned and spent 15 years in exile before a Delhi court cleared him of the match-fixing charges.

T20 World Cup, WI vs SA: Why South Africa’s win over West Indies will boost India's semifinals hope

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T20 World Cup, WI vs SA: Why South Africa’s win over West Indies will boost India's semifinals hope

T20 World Cup, WI vs SA: If South Africa beat the West Indies, things would be more straightforward and a tad easier for India.

Axar Patel vs Washington Sundar: Who’s better option for big stage - here's what the numbers suggest

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Axar Patel vs Washington Sundar: Who’s better option for big stage - here's what the numbers suggest

Washington Sundar bowled two wicket-less overs for 17, and made a run-a-ball 11 as India fell to a massive 76-run defeat.

India's batting report card at T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma gets 1, Rinku Singh 2, and Tilak Varma 3

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India's batting report card at T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma gets 1, Rinku Singh 2, and Tilak Varma 3

Here's how the Indian batsmen have performed so far in the T20 World Cup 2026…

T20 World Cup 2026: How India's 76-run hammering against South Africa rekindled Virat Kohli's void

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T20 World Cup 2026: How India's 76-run hammering against South Africa rekindled Virat Kohli's void

Virat Kohli announced his T20I retirement on the podium while collecting the award.

T20 World Cup 2026: Can lucky Pakistan reach the semifinals?

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T20 World Cup 2026: Can lucky Pakistan reach the semifinals?

Pakistan haven't yet beaten a Full Member side at this edition of the T20 World Cup.

Auqib Nabi, Delhi Capitals new recruit, the silent hero in Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy feat

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Auqib Nabi, Delhi Capitals new recruit, the silent hero in Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy feat

The 29-year-old is one of the chief architects of Jammu and Kashmir reaching the Ranji Trophy final.

Vinicius Junior calls out racist ‘cowards’, Jose Mourinho gets panned – what actually happened in Lisbon?

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Vinicius Junior calls out racist ‘cowards’, Jose Mourinho gets panned – what actually happened in Lisbon?

It was Jose Mourinho’s assessment that Vinicius Junior riles the crowd and this happens to him at ‘every stadium’ angered those watching.

T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan next, and 3 big threats for India

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T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan next, and 3 big threats for India

Of course, India will take the field as overwhelming favourites. But three factors could pose a challenge.

T20 World Cup: How Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans skittled Australia after Brian Bennett’s patient 64

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T20 World Cup: How Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans skittled Australia after Brian Bennett’s patient 64

Brian Bennett’s patient innings of 64 (56 balls) at the top of the order set the platform for what seemed a merely competitive Zimbabwe total of 169/2.

Meet Mosca brothers’ - Anthony and Justin - who broke over decade old T20 World Cup record to help Italy script history

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Meet Mosca brothers’ - Anthony and Justin - who broke over decade old T20 World Cup record to help Italy script history

Umar and Kamran Akmal held the previous record, which they had achieved against Australia in Dhaka at the 2014 edition.

Pakistan cricket suffers as Mohsin Naqvi the politician continues with his spin

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Pakistan cricket suffers as Mohsin Naqvi the politician continues with his spin

The messaging from the ICC was not public, but it was crystal clear – you either turn up, or face the consequences.

U19 World Cup final: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not just at ease on the big stage; he owns it

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U19 World Cup final: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not just at ease on the big stage; he owns it

By the time a tired heave down the leg side ended Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 80-ball 175, he had thumped 15 fours and 15 sixes – an incredible 150 runs in boundaries.

The Ishan Kishan comeback story - A throwdown specialist, course correction in off-side game and resilience

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The Ishan Kishan comeback story - A throwdown specialist, course correction in off-side game and resilience

Ishan Kishan has returned to the Indian team fold by dint of his performances in domestic cricket.

Cristiano Ronaldo on strike: How Al-Hilal splashing money on Karim Benzema influenced it? All you need to know

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Cristiano Ronaldo on strike: How Al-Hilal splashing money on Karim Benzema influenced it? All you need to know

Karim Benzema was Cristiano Ronaldo’s teammate at Real Madrid for nearly a decade.

Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in Australian Open final, becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

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Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in Australian Open final, becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz's milestone may last generations, having been achieved by one of the most devastating talents the game has seen.

'India just need to back him': Gautam Gambhir receives foreign support as coach in all format despite Test woes

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'India just need to back him': Gautam Gambhir receives foreign support as coach in all format despite Test woes

This column deals with the longer format and suffering two home series whitewashes, against New Zealand and South Africa, in a little over 12 months is a sackable offence.

T20 World Cup 2026: Did India’s selectors miss a trick by leaving out Mohammed Siraj?

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T20 World Cup 2026: Did India’s selectors miss a trick by leaving out Mohammed Siraj?

In 16 international outings, Mohammed Siraj had an economy rate of under 7 in eight matches.

T20 World Cup 2026: Sanju Samson vs Ishan Kishan — the chatter gathers momentum

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T20 World Cup 2026: Sanju Samson vs Ishan Kishan — the chatter gathers momentum

The team management needs to take a call as regards taking Sanju out of the firing line, at least for the time being.

Rahul Dravid identifies India's woes in Tests: 'One of the things I understood as a coach...'

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Rahul Dravid identifies India's woes in Tests: 'One of the things I understood as a coach...'

Rahul Dravid’s words come close on the heels of Shubman Gill, India’s Test captain, expressing his dismay at the lack of preparation for big red-ball series.

Sanju Samson’s slump puts India at crossroads ahead of T20 World Cup

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Sanju Samson’s slump puts India at crossroads ahead of T20 World Cup

Time is running out for Sanju Samson and he needs to get his act together at the earliest.

Detailed timeline of how Bangladesh-T20 World Cup 2026 controversy unfolded

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Detailed timeline of how Bangladesh-T20 World Cup 2026 controversy unfolded

What started with IPL eventually led to Bangladesh's exit from the T20 World Cup 2026...

$500 million spent in 12 months, but Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City continue to struggle

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$500 million spent in 12 months, but Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City continue to struggle

Last season also, City had hit a slump, winning only twice in 14 matches in all competitions during a period. Guardiola had owned it up.

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