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R Ashwin’s IPL retirement: 5 unique records held by the veteran off-spinner

With Ravichandran Ashwin announcing his retirement from the IPL, let us have a look at five unique records held by the veteran off-spinner in the IPL after his stellar career in the marquee tournament. New Delhi: In a major development, former India international off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin took centre stage and announced that he would be retiring from the IPL (Indian Premier League) ahead of the 2026 edition. It is worth noting that Ashwin made his IPL debut back in 2009 and has been an integral part of any side that he has been a part of in the tournament.  The…

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St Lucia Kings spoil Shepherd’s blitz as Guyana Amazon Warriors lodge unwanted feat for first time in CPL

Guyana Amazon Warriors, despite posting 202 runs in the first innings of the CPL 2025 clash against St Lucia Kings failed to defend the target after Ackeem Auguste's masterful knock in the second innings of the game. Gros Islet: Guyana Amazon Warriors were completely outclassed by St Lucia Kings, posting a good total of 202 runs in the first innings. Warriors failed to defend it, and it is the first time that the side failed to defend a 200+ total in CPL (Caribbean Premier League) history. The two sides locked horns in the 13th game of the tournament at the…

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R Ashwin retires from IPL ahead of 2026 edition, leaves door open on playing other franchise T20 leagues

R Ashwin, one of the greats of the IPL, has brought an end to his career in the cash-rich league, after playing 16 seasons in the tournament for five different teams. Ashwin returned to CSK in IPL 2025, having played for the franchise for seven seasons previously, but didn't have a great outing. Chennai: Former India off-spinner R Ashwin has hung his boots from Indian cricket once and for all, having announced his retirement from IPL on Wednesday, August 27. Ashwin, one of the greats of the premier T20 competition in the world, took 187 wickets in the tournament's history,…

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Jos Buttler joins MS Dhoni, Dinesh Karthik in elite list, achieves massive feat against Northern Superchargers

Star England wicket-keeper batter Jos Buttler went on to complete 200 catches as a wicket-keeper in T20 cricket, joining the likes of Quinton de Kock, Dinesh Karthik, and MS Dhoni in an elite list. He achieved the feat in the ongoing The Hundred 2025. Leeds (England): Star England wicket-keeper batter Jos Buttler made the headlines after he took his 200th catch as a wicket-keeper in T20 cricket. He achieved the feat against Northern Superchargers in the ongoing The Hundred 2025 season, taking his 200th catch behind the stumps. Buttler joined the likes of Quinton de Kock, MS Dhoni, and Dinesh…

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Jos Buttler achieves huge batting milestone in T20 cricket; equals AB de Villiers on Player of the Match list

One of the modern greats of white-ball cricket, Jos Buttler, achieved a huge milestone as he helped the Manchester Originals end their Hundred campaign on a high against the Northern Superchargers in Leeds on Tuesday. Leeds (England): One of the modern white-ball greats, Jos Buttler, ended his Hundred campaign on a high for the Manchester Originals, helping his side finish with a win against the Northern Superchargers in Leeds on Tuesday. Buttler smashed a match-winning 70 off just 37 balls and achieved a couple of T20 feats during his knock, in which he smashed seven fours and five sixes as the Originals…

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Jannik Sinner eyeing title defence, makes quick work of Vit Kopriva in US Open 2025 round 1

Top seed Jannik Sinner put in an excellent performance in round 1 of the ongoing US Open 2025, taking on Vit Koprova, Sinner defeated his opponent in straight sets and talked about how good it felt to come back to the tournament. New York: The US Open 2025 campaign began for defending champion Jannik Sinner. The top seed had made all the headlines recently after he had to pull out of the Cincinnati Open final due to illness and did not participate in the US Open 2025 mixed doubles clashes as well.  However, having made a full recovery, Sinner looked…

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Valtteri Bottas, Sergio Perez to return to F1 as Cadillac make blockbuster signings ahead of 2026 debut

Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez lost their places in Formula 1 teams after the end of the 2024 season. The two experienced drivers have been signed by Cadillac, who will be making their F1 debut in 2026. New Delhi: Cadillac have made blockbuster signings as they are set to make their Formula 1 debut in 2026. The American squad has penned multi-year deals with Grand Prix winners Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez ahead of the 2026 season. Cadillac join the F1 paddock as the 11th team with Marussia Sporting Director Graeme Lowdon leading them. This will also increase the driver…

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Aug

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Who is Rio Ngumoha? Liverpool’s 16-year-old prodigy scripts history on Premier League debut vs Newcastle

Rio Ngumoha, Liverpool’s 16-year-old winger, made headlines by scoring a stoppage-time winner against Newcastle, becoming one of the youngest Premier League scorers. A former Chelsea academy talent, he turned out to be a super sub for Arne Slot against the Magpies. Liverpool: Liverpool’s thrilling 3-2 win over Newcastle United wasn’t just a momentous early-season victory, it also marked a major personal milestone for Rio Ngumoha, a 16-year-old prodigy who has now joined elite company in Premier League history. As he netted the winning goal deep into stoppage time, Ngumoha etched his name alongside legends like Wayne Rooney and James Milner…

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Could have played even if there was another Test in England: Mohammed Siraj

Mohammed Siraj, hero of India's England tour, said he could’ve played another Test despite bowling 185.3 overs. He took 23 wickets, led India to a historic win at The Oval, and called Test cricket his passion for its challenges and comebacks. Kolkata: Mohammed Siraj may have been the standout performer in the recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, but the Indian fast bowler says he still had more to give, as he himself mentioned. After delivering a staggering 185.3 overs across the five-match series in England, which is more than any other bowler from either side, Siraj said he could’ve played an…

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Iga Swiatek becomes first woman to achieve huge record with opening round win at US Open 2025

Iga Swiatek unleashed her best as she made light work of Emiliana Arango in her opening round of the US Open 2025. Swiatek also registered a major record with her first-round win at Flushing Meadows. New Delhi: Polish tennis star Iga Swiatek eased past Emiliana Arango in her opening round of the US Open 2025 with a brilliant straight-sets win over the Colombian player 6-1, 6-2.  Swiatek, the World No.2, made light work of her opponent as she unleashed her best, breaking her opponent four times and not even facing a break point on her serve. She was too much…

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