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Aug

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11 sixes off 12 balls! Kerala batter Salman Nizar unleashes carnage, slams 40 runs in an over in KCL 2025

Salman Nizar slammed 11 sixes in 12 balls during the Kerala Cricket League as he unleashed a beast mode during Calicut Globstars' clash against Adani Trivandrum Royals. Nizar hit 86 from 26 deliveries and helped his team register a strong win. New Delhi: Kerala batter Salman Nizar unleashed his carnage mode as he slammed 11 sixes off 12 legal balls in the Kerala Cricket League. Playing for the Calicut Globstars, Nizar put on a show against the Adani Trivandrum Royals, accumulating 71 runs in the final two overs of the first innings.  Nizar took on Basil Thampi for five back-to-back…

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30

Aug

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Manishi, 21-year-old from Jharkhand, equals world record in First-class cricket during Duleep Trophy 2025

Manishi, a Jharkhand-born 21-year-old cricketer, has equalled a world record in First-class cricket with his six-wicket haul in the clash between East Zone and North Zone in the Duleep Trophy 2025. Manishi has become the first Indian cricketer to achieve a historic record. New Delhi: 21-year-old left-arm spinner from Jharkhand, Manishi, etched his name into the history books during the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2025. Playing for the Ankit Kumar-led North Zone in the quarterfinal against the East Zone, Manishi picked up a six-wicket haul in the first innings to equal a world record in First-class cricket. During the first innings…

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Aug

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FC Bayern Munich agree terms with Chelsea over season-long loan deal for Nicolas Jackson: Report

German record champions FC Bayern Munich have reportedly agreed terms with Chelsea FC over the season-long loan deal for striker Nicolas Jackson. He is expected to arrive in Munich soon for his medical ahead of the move. munich: With the summer transfer window coming to a close soon, German giants FC Bayern Munich are making moves in the market and securing the signing of Liverpool’s Luis Diaz. Bayern has now reportedly agreed to terms with Chelsea over the season-long loan deal of striker Nicolas Jackson. The two clubs have agreed upon a sum of Rs 1,54,27,05,000 for the long deal,…

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Aug

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Nicholas Pooran achieves huge milestone with stellar knock against Barbados Royals

Star Trinbago Knight Riders batter Nicholas Pooran hit his 500th six this decade, making him the first batter to do so in the decade. He achieved the feat against Barbados Royals in the ongoing CPL 2025. New Delhi: There is no doubt that Nicholas Pooran has been one of the most destructive batters in the world when it comes to T20 cricket. After some stellar performances in the IPL 2025, Pooran has been lighting up the CPL (Caribbean Premier League). Through his stellar performances in the tournament, Pooran became the first player to hit 500 T20 sixes in this decade. …

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30

Aug

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‘Sometimes I want to quit’ – Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim after embarrassing Grimsby defeat

Ruben Amorim admits his emotional outburst after Man United’s shock loss to Grimsby sparked speculation about his future but insists he won’t change his passionate style. Despite criticism, he remains committed and retains backing from the club. MANCHESTER: Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has admitted his emotional response to Wednesday’s shock EFL Cup defeat to League Two side Grimsby Town may have caused unnecessary speculation about his future, but insists he won’t curb his passionate nature. Following the dramatic penalty shootout loss at Blundell Park, Amorim raised eyebrows by suggesting his team was ‘completely lost’ and that ‘something has to…

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Aug

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‘They understand each other’s game’: Mohammed Salah picks his favourites to win Premier League title

Liverpool's star forward Mohammed Salah recently came forward and branded Arsenal as his favourites to go all the way in the ongoing Premier League season. Liverpool is set to lock horns with Arsenal on August 31. Liverpool: The stage is set for one of the biggest games of the Premier League 2025-26 season, as defending champions Liverpool are all set to host Arsenal at Anfield on August 31. The two sides will be looking to perform their best in hopes of maintaining top form in the new season.  There is no doubt that both Liverpool and Arsenal are two of…

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Aug

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Rahul Dravid quits as Rajasthan Royals head coach ahead of IPL 2026

Rahul Dravid left Rajasthan Royals ahead of the IPL 2026. He joined the team in 2025, but following a poor auction and season, the team management wanted in to bring in a new head coach and offered Dravid a diferent role, but the former cricketer chose to leave. Jaipur: Rajasthan Royals and Rahul Dravid have decided to part ways ahead of the IPL 2026. After the T20 World Cup, the former India cricketer was appointed as the head coach of the inaugural champions. He also brought in Vikram Rathour, as the latter was announced as batting coach. However, after a…

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Aug

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FIDE eases dress code regulations after Magnus Carlsen’s ‘Jeansgate’ controversy

FIDE recently came forward and updated its dress code regulations after the controversy surrounding Norwegian Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen, who wore jeans to a tournament. FIDE eased their regulations for the same. New Delhi: FIDE recently came forward and updated their dress code regulations after the controversy involving Magnus Carlsen at the FIDE Rapid and Blitz Championships. It is worth noting that eight months ago, Carlsen was asked to change his clothes at an event, a request that the Grandmaster rejected, and he was eventually fined 200 USD. However, months after the controversy, FIDE took centre stage and eased their dress…

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Aug

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru announce Rs 25 lakh compensation for families of stampede victims

IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru took to social media and announced Rs 25 lakh compensation for the families of the Bengaluru stampede victims. It is worth noting that the stampede claimed the lives of 11 RCB fans and injured several others. Bengaluru: The Bengaluru stampede after Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2025 title-winning season left world cricket stunned. Claiming 11 lives and injuring several more, the stampede left a deep mark on everyone affected. RCB, being blamed directly for the stampede, did not post anything on social media for 84 days after the incident before announcing RCB Cares.  However, the franchise…

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Aug

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Kieron Pollard becomes second cricketer to reach 14000 T20 runs, registers major CPL record

Kieron Pollard became the second cricketer, after Chris Gayle, to complete 14000 runs in T20 cricket. He also broke Evin Lewis' record for most sixes in the Caribbean Premier League. Meanwhile, Tringao beat Barbados Royals by seven wickets in CPL 2025. Trinidad: Legendary all-rounder Kieron Pollard added another historic milestone to his illustrious career by becoming only the second cricketer in history to surpass 14,000 runs in T20 cricket, joining fellow West Indian great Chris Gayle in the elite club. The landmark was achieved during a CPL 2025 fixture, where Pollard turned out for Trinbago Knight Riders against Barbados Royals.…

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