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Perth Scorchers surpass Mumbai Indians’ record with win over Sydney Sixers, qualify for BBL final

Perth Scorchers defeated the star-studded Sydney Sixers side in the qualifier of the Big Bash League to qualify for the final of the tournament. They defended the target of 148 runs as the Sixers, with Babar Azam and Steve Smith in the team, got bowled out for just 99 runs. Perth: Perth Scorchers stunned the star-studded Sydney Sixers side with Babar Azam, Mitchell Starc and Steve Smith in the qualifier clash of the Big Bash League (BBL) to qualify for the final of the tournament. They defended 147 runs comfortably to win by a huge margin of 48 runs, even…

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Stefanos Tsitsipas finds new girlfriend as Greek star moves on from Paula Badosa

Stefanos Tsitsipas' relationship with Paula Badosa ended in July after the couple's second attempt at their love did not last. The Greek tennis star Tsitsipas has reportedly found a new partner and has reportedly gone public with his relationship. New Delhi: Greek Tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas seemed to have moved on from Paula Badosa, as the tennis star has reportedly found a new girlfriend. As per media reports, Tsitsipas is dating the USA's Kristen Thoms, and the couple visited Namibia for a holiday.  Recently, Tsitsipas' mother called her son's relationship with Badosa 'complicated' and further stated that 'she distracted him…

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Sanju Samson vs Ishan Kishan: Stats comparison in T20Is ahead of India vs New Zealand series

Sanju Samson or Ishan Kishan? Who should be Abhishek Sharma's opening partner in the first T20I against New Zealand? Both are in the T20 World Cup squad for India and this series could prove to be a rehearsal to partner Abhishek at the top of the order. Nagpur: The five-match T20I series between India and New Zealand is set to commence on January 21 at the VCA Cricket Stadium in Nagpur. This is a huge series for both teams, with the T20 World Cup only a tad more than a fortnight away from getting underway. Abhishek Sharma has sealed his…

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Mohammed Shami appears for SIR hearing in Kolkata, says ‘I didn’t face any problem’

India fast bowler Mohammed Shami appeared before poll officials in Kolkata today for his scheduled hearing under the ongoing SIR exercise in West Bengal. While leaving the Election Commission after the hearing, he stated that he didn't face any problem and praised the officials as well. Kolkata: Indian pacer Mohammed Shami on Tuesday appeared before poll officials in Kolkata for his scheduled hearing under the ongoing SIR exercise in West Bengal, an official said. Shami appeared before the poll officials with the necessary documents at a school in south Kolkata's Bikramgarh area, he said. The enumeration form filled up by…

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Nathan Ellis ruled out of BBL knockouts after sustaining injury against Brisbane Heat

BBL franchise Hobart Hurricanes have been dealt a major blow as star seamer Nathan Ellis has been ruled out of the tournament knockouts after he sustained a injury in his side's previous game against Brisbane Heat. New Delhi: BBL (Big Bash League) franchise Hobart Hurricanes have been dealt a major blow ahead of the knockout stages of the tournament. Star bowler Nathan Ellis has been ruled out of the knockouts of the competition after he sustained an injury in the clash against Brisbane Heat.  Hobart Hurricanes specified that the nature of the injury to Ellis is currently unknown. Furthermore, the…

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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma may earn demotion in BCCI’s annual contract, chief selector Ajit Agarkar proposes changes

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma may be downgraded in BCCI’s 2026–27 contracts after retiring from Tests and T20Is. The board could scrap the A+ grade, moving the duo to Grade B, while Jadeja and Bumrah shift to Grade A. New Delhi: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma could face a downgrade in the BCCI’s annual central contract list for the 2026–27 season. With both senior batters having retired from T20Is in 2024 and Test cricket in 2025, they are now active in only one format, prompting the management to consider moving them to Grade B. According to ANI, the BCCI is…

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Joburg Super Kings book SA20 playoffs ticket after convincing victory against Paarl Royals

Joburg Super Kings put forth a brilliant showing against Paarl Royals in the ongoing SA20 2025-26, defeating the side in the clash, Super Kings booked their berth into the knockout stages of the tournament, eliminating Durban Super Giants. New Delhi: SA20 franchise Joburg Super Kings booked their place in the tournament playoffs after a brilliant win against Paarl Royals, their win meant that while Super Kings will move through into the tournament, Durban Super Giants have been eliminated. The two sides locked horns at Boland Park, Paarl, on January 19, and the game saw Super Kings coming in to bat…

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David Miller faces race against time to be fit for T20 World Cup after sustaining injury in SA20 clash

Veteran South Africa batter David Miller injured himself during a SA20 clash, and with the injury, his plans for the T20 World Cup 2026 have been put into doubt. Paarl Royals head coach Trevos Penney provided an update on his injury as well. New Delhi: In what could be a major blow for South Africa, veteran batter David Miller had to leave the field in game 30 of the ongoing SA20 season due to a suspected groin injury. The clash saw Joburg Super Kings taking on Paarl Royals in the tournament, and Miller had to leave the field in the…

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Brahim Diaz issues apology to fans after missed penalty in AFCON final

Morocco's Brahim Diaz took to social media and issued an apology to his fans for missing the penalty against Senegal in the AFCON final. He also promised the fans that he would win their love back through his performances. New Delhi: The AFCON 2025-26 final quickly became one of the most controversial football games of all time. Senegal took on Morocco in the summit clash of the tournament, and the clash saw Senegal walk out of the game after Morocco was awarded a penalty in the dying stages of the game.  After Senegal returned to the ground, Morocco’s Brahim Diaz…

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‘Known for their strategy’: Ajinkya Rahane gives his take on New Zealand’s performance after ODI series win

Veteran India cricketer Ajinkya Rahane took centre stage and talked about the performance that New Zealand put in against team India in the three-game ODI series, defeating the Men in Blue in the second and third ODIs, clinching the series. New Delhi: The Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss against New Zealand in the ODI leg of the ongoing multi-format series between the two teams. The two teams faced off across three ODI matches, and after winning the first ODI, team India lost the second and third games of the series.  New Zealand performed exceptionally well in the series,…

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