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Dhruv Jurel’s unbeaten 113 rescued India A after early wickets, including skipper Shreyas Iyer for just 8, on a rain-hit day against Australia A. Partnering with Devdutt Padikkal (86*), Jurel led a strong fightback as the match heads towards a draw. Lucknow: A composed yet explosive century from Dhruv Jurel breathed life into India A’s reply on a rain-interrupted third day of the unofficial Test against Australia A in Lucknow. With time running out and the weather continuing to play spoilsport, the match appears headed for a draw, but Jurel’s counter-attacking brilliance will give him some much-needed confidence ahead of…

Newcastle United host Barcelona at St. James’ Park to kick off their Champions League 2025-26 campaigns. Both teams face injury woes, with Newcastle missing Wissa and Ramsay, while Barcelona is without Lamine Yamal, Gavi, ter Stegen, and Balde. Newcastle: Newcastle United and Barcelona are set to kick off their UEFA Champions League 2025-26 campaigns with a highly anticipated clash at St. James’ Park on Thursday night. After missing out on Europe’s premier competition last season, Newcastle returns eager to make a strong impression. The Magpies struggled in their last Champions League outing during the 2023-24 season, finishing at the bottom…

The ICC is considering action against Pakistan for violating Asia Cup 2025 protocols, including allowing media to film a restricted meeting with match referee Andy Pycroft. PCB’s actions led to a match delay and raised concerns over breach of tournament rules. Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is contemplating disciplinary action against the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for breaching several regulations before their Asia Cup 2025 match against the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The game, held on Wednesday, was delayed after Pakistan protested the ICC’s refusal to remove match referee Andy Pycroft. The ICC has sent a formal email to…

Afghanistan crashed out of Asia Cup 2025 after a six-wicket loss to Sri Lanka, despite Mohammad Nabi’s explosive 60 off 22 balls. Poor bowling choices and missed opportunities cost them, as Sri Lanka, led by Kusal Mendis, topped Group B to enter Super 4s. Abu Dhabi: Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan in their final league game of the Asia Cup 2025. It was a must-win game for the Rashid Khan-led side, but they weren’t clinical with the ball and that led to a six-wicket defeat at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The Lankan Lions, on the other hand, were…

Mohammad Nabi became the first Afghan to score 6000 international runs, hitting 60 off 22 balls, including five sixes in the final over against Sri Lanka. His innings helped Afghanistan post 169, with a win crucial for Super 4s qualification in Asia Cup 2025. Abu Dhabi: Mohammad Nabi etched his name in the history books by becoming the first Afghanistan cricketer to cross the 6000-run mark in international cricket. The 40-year-old veteran achieved the milestone during the must-win Asia Cup 2025 group-stage clash against Sri Lanka in Sheikh Zayed Stadium at Abu Dhabi. Needing just three runs to reach the…