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IPL 2025: Pandya brothers steal show as RCB clinch thriller against MI in run-fest at Wankhede

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IPL 2025: Pandya brothers steal show as RCB clinch thriller against MI in run-fest at Wankhede

Despite a stellar all-round display from Hardik Pandya and the long-awaited return of Jasprit Bumrah, Mumbai Indians slipped to a fourth defeat of the season.

IPL 2025, PBKS vs RR: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jofra Archer star as Rajasthan Royals end Punjab Kings’ unbeaten start

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IPL 2025, PBKS vs RR: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jofra Archer star as Rajasthan Royals end Punjab Kings’ unbeaten start

The victory, Rajasthan Royals' second on the trot after two defeats to start the season, lifted them to sixth in the table, while PBKS dropped to fourth after losing their first home game of the season.

Watch: Pakistan’s Khushdil Shah loses cool, gets involved in crowd trouble in New Zealand

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Watch: Pakistan’s Khushdil Shah loses cool, gets involved in crowd trouble in New Zealand

Pakistan cricketer Inzamam also shocked everyone when he charged into the stands, grabbing a bat on his way.

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni may lead Chennai Super Kings again as Ruturaj Gaikwad uncertain for Delhi Capitals clash

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IPL 2025: MS Dhoni may lead Chennai Super Kings again as Ruturaj Gaikwad uncertain for Delhi Capitals clash

MS Dhoni has been CSK's captain since their inception in 2008, except for the two years they were suspended and a brief stint in 2022 when the leadership was handed to Ravindra Jadeja.

IPL season of controversies: SRH allege ‘intimidation, threats and coercion’ from HCA, threaten to move out of Hyderabad

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IPL season of controversies: SRH allege ‘intimidation, threats and coercion’ from HCA, threaten to move out of Hyderabad

The relationship between SRH and the state association has reached a point that the IPL franchise are contemplating moving out of Hyderabad.

‘No fight with KKR management,’ clarifies Eden Gardens pitch curator, drier surface expected for SRH game

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‘No fight with KKR management,’ clarifies Eden Gardens pitch curator, drier surface expected for SRH game

IPL 2025: To make it clear, the KKR camp hasn't made an official complaint over the Eden pitch.

Bangladesh rope in Leicester City star Hamza Choudhury to stop India in AFC Asian Cup qualifier

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Bangladesh rope in Leicester City star Hamza Choudhury to stop India in AFC Asian Cup qualifier

A Premier League player turning up for a South Asian country - a footballing backwater - offers an extreme rarity. In that context, Hamza Choudhary's presence in the Bangladesh team is something really special.

IPL 2025: Noor Ahmad and Rachin Ravindra star in Chennai Super Kings' four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians

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IPL 2025: Noor Ahmad and Rachin Ravindra star in Chennai Super Kings' four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians

CSK maintained their recent dominance over MI - five wins now in their last six encounters.

Puma to be Premier League’s ball supplier as Nike ends quarter-century association

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Puma to be Premier League’s ball supplier as Nike ends quarter-century association

Nike have now lost both the EPL ball-supplier contract, and the kit deal with the champions elect, Liverpool.

IPL 2025: From two balls to saliva ban being lifted - new rules in a nutshell

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IPL 2025: From two balls to saliva ban being lifted - new rules in a nutshell

IPL 2025: Take a look at new rules of the Indian Premier League, from two balls to saliva ban being lifted.

IPL 2025: Will this be MS Dhoni’s swansong?

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IPL 2025: Will this be MS Dhoni’s swansong?

Will MS Dhoni bat up the order in IPL 2025? Is his knee OK enough to take the rigours of another IPL?

Julian Alvarez controversial penalty: Why was Atletico Madrid's goal disallowed against Real Madrid?

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Julian Alvarez controversial penalty: Why was Atletico Madrid's goal disallowed against Real Madrid?

Julian Alvarez controversial penalty: This was Atletico Madrid’s fifth exit against city rivals Real Madrid in the Champions League’s knockout stage.

'Didn't get the recognition I wanted after winning IPL': Shreyas Iyer laments after leading KKR to glory

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'Didn't get the recognition I wanted after winning IPL': Shreyas Iyer laments after leading KKR to glory

As the 2025 IPL mega auction came, KKR didn't even retain their title-winning captain. It's another matter that Punjab Kings picked up the middle-order batsman for a staggering Rs 26.75 crore at the auction.

Champions Trophy 2025: The ghosts of 2017 exorcised, Hardik Pandya on cloud nine

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Champions Trophy 2025: The ghosts of 2017 exorcised, Hardik Pandya on cloud nine

Hardik Pandya was the only Indian player to come out with some credit from that game, 76 off 43 balls before he was run out. On Sunday in Dubai, he exorcised the ghost of 2017.

Very satisfying to beat ‘clinical’ New Zealand, says Rohit Sharma after Champions Trophy triumph

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Very satisfying to beat ‘clinical’ New Zealand, says Rohit Sharma after Champions Trophy triumph

For India’s captain, who added this trophy to the T20 World Cup win in June 2024, the challenge posed by Mitchell Santner’s team was no surprise.

Rohit Sharma leads from the front as India clinch Champions Trophy

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Rohit Sharma leads from the front as India clinch Champions Trophy

In a dramatic final at the Dubai International Stadium, Rohit Sharma led from the front with a belligerent 76 as India overhauled a tricky target of 252 with six balls to spare.

IND vs NZ: 40 years after Siva’s moment, Varun Chakravarthy reminds Nasser Hussain of Anil Kumble

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IND vs NZ: 40 years after Siva’s moment, Varun Chakravarthy reminds Nasser Hussain of Anil Kumble

Nasser Hussain, the former England captain, spoke of how Varun Chakaravarthy reminded him in some ways of Anil Kumble, India’s ace leg-spinner of a generation past.

How Chris Cairns upstaged Sourav Ganguly in Kenya – memories of the last India-NZ Champions Trophy final

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How Chris Cairns upstaged Sourav Ganguly in Kenya – memories of the last India-NZ Champions Trophy final

With Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar both in vintage form, few expected the Black Caps to take home the trophy.

IND vs NZ: India favourites in Champions Trophy final amid retirement vibes

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IND vs NZ: India favourites in Champions Trophy final amid retirement vibes

The best two sides of the tournament are meeting in the title clash, but the conditions in Dubai - a slow and turning pitch - and a four-pronged spin attack give India a definite advantage.

Three decades after changed back-pass rule, football clamps down on clingy goalkeepers

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Three decades after changed back-pass rule, football clamps down on clingy goalkeepers

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) is set to introduce a new rule for next season, with goalkeepers who hold on to the ball longer than eight seconds conceding a corner.

How Manolo Marquez influenced Sunil Chhetri to reverse retirement decision at 40?

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How Manolo Marquez influenced Sunil Chhetri to reverse retirement decision at 40?

Sunil Chhetri's return to the international fold at 40 years of age attests a dearth of goal-scoring talent in Indian football.

Champions Trophy 2025: Gautam Gambhir shuts 'home advantage' noise calls ‘perpetual cribbers’ to ‘grow up’

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Champions Trophy 2025: Gautam Gambhir shuts 'home advantage' noise calls ‘perpetual cribbers’ to ‘grow up’

The post-match press conference was spicy, with the head coach taking on those who tried to play down India's roaring form in the tournament, citing “home advantage” in Dubai.

IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy semi-final: Who is Tanveer Sangha, Australia’s leg-spinner with roots in Jalandhar

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IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy semi-final: Who is Tanveer Sangha, Australia’s leg-spinner with roots in Jalandhar

With Zampa turning 33 later this month, Sangha is very much one for the future. In the present though, he could be a surprise weapon against the land of his forefathers.

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma and Co. wear black-armband to pay tribute to Padmakar Shivalkar - know everything about him

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IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma and Co. wear black-armband to pay tribute to Padmakar Shivalkar - know everything about him

In his later years, Shivalkar was a popular and greatly respected figure on the Mumbai cricket circuit.

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