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Aug

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Cheteshwar Pujara reveals why he opted out of Ranji Trophy 2025 after announcing all-format retirement

Last week's reports suggested that Cheteshwar Pujara had expressed his willingness to take part in the 2025 edition of India's premier red-ball competition, Ranji Trophy, however, the 37-year-old quashed all of them by announcing retirement from all formats. Rajkot: India's wall after the wall, Cheteshwar Pujara, one of the best Test batters for more than a decade, hung up his boots from all formats of the game on Sunday, August 24. Pujara mentioned that representing India at the highest level was a dream and an honour and felt content with what he was able to achieve. However, the decision was…

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Aug

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Cheteshwar Pujara retirement: Indian pacer pens heartfelt note for ‘senior, colleague and brother’

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara brought an end to his illustrious career spanning nearly 20 years as he announced his retirement from all formats. Pujara's long-time Saurashtra and India teammate Jaydev Unadkat penned a heartfelt note for him after he called it a day on Sunday, August 24. Rajkot: Cheteshwar Pujara found himself in the midst of an emotional outpouring of tributes, best wishes, and heartfelt messages as the former India batter called it a day on his illustrious career, which spanned nearly 20 years. The 37-year-old, who last played for India in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, represented the…

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24

Aug

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‘Last of his kind’: Cricket fraternity pays tribute to ‘real warrior’ Cheteshwar Pujara on his retirement

Cheteshwar Pujara walked into the sunset as he announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket. Having represented the Test team for 13 years, Pujara had played crucial roles in several Indian wins. The cricket fraternity paid its tribute to Pujara on his retirement. New Delhi: Cheteshwar Pujara on Sunday took to social media to announce his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket as he walked into the sunset after representing the Indian Test team for 13 years. Pujara, the mainstay No.3, had a memorable career and took over the baton at one down from the legendary Rahul…

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24

Aug

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Who is Learner Tien, the giant killer who faces Novak Djokovic in round 1 of US Open 2025?

Novak Djokovic will open his US Open campaign against the USA's Learner Tien, the 19-year-old known as a giant killer. Djokovic is bidding for his record 25th Major as he looks to make his impact in the US Open 2025. New Delhi: Serb Legend Novak Djokovic opens his campaign in the US Open 2025 as he bids for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. The seventh-seeded Djokovic will meet American youngster Learner Tien in the first round at Flushing Meadows, with his clash scheduled at the Arthur Ashe Stadium on Day 1 of the tournament in New York. Djokovic has…

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24

Aug

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Shakib Al Hasan registers major milestone, becomes fifth player to complete 500 wickets in T20s

Shakib Al Hasan has become just the fifth player to reach 500 wickets in T20 cricket. He achieved the milestone during the Caribbean Premier League 2025. The Bangladesh all-rounder took 3/11 in his two overs in Antigua and Barbuda Falcons' clash against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. New Delhi: Bangladesh veteran Shakib Al Hasan added another feather to his illustrious cap as he registered the major milestone of completing 500 wickets in T20 cricket. Shakib, on Sunday, became the fifth player to get to 500 wickets in the format during the Caribbean Premier League 2025. Playing for the Antigua and…

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24

Aug

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Sanju Samson slams 42-ball century in KCL as opener as India mull over opening combination for Asia Cup

Sanju Samson starred with the bat in Kochi Blue Tigers' clash against Aries Kollam Sailors in the Kerala Cricket League 2025 with a blistering century. Samson, who has been picked in India's squad for the Asia Cup, is looking to make the most of the opportunities at his disposal. New Delhi: India star Sanju Samson slammed a 42-ball century in the Kerala Cricket League while opening for Kochi Blue Tigers in their clash against Aries Kollam Sailors on Sunday, August 24. Samson has been picked in India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025 and looks to stay in the groove…

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24

Aug

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Novak Djokovic US Open 2025 live streaming: When and where to watch Serb legend in action in first round?

Novak Djokovic opens his bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title as he faces teenager Learner Tien in the first round of the US Open 2025. Djokovic's last Major came in New York two years ago. Here is how you can watch Djokovic in action in the first round. New Delhi: Serb legend Novak Djokovic begins his US Open campaign against teenager Learner Tien as he looks to add a historic 25th Major to his belt. Djokovic, the former No.1, is aiming to get past Margaret Court, with whom he is currently tied on 24 majors in singles. At…

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24

Aug

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Temba Bavuma feels South Africa ‘not close’ to where they want to be despite series win over Australia

South Africa registered their fifth successive ODI series win over Australia despite suffering a 276-run drubbing in the third match in Mackay. South Africa captain Temba Bavuma feels that his team is still not close to where it should be. New Delhi: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma feels that his team is 'definitely not close' to where they want to be despite their fifth consecutive ODI series win over Australia. The Proteas won the three-match series 2-1 despite their heavy drubbing in Mackay in the dead rubber. Bavuma sees the squad in transition as the Proteas build themselves up for…

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24

Aug

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US Open 2025 prize money breakdown: How much will players earn at Flushing Meadows? Check full break-up

The US Open 2025 gets underway as the Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz rivalry takes centre stage at Flushing Meadows. The two are tipped to be the favourites to win the tournament. Here is the prize money breakdown of the US Open 2025. New Delhi: Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have hogged the limelight as the US Open 2025 kicks off on Sunday, August 24, with all the players looking to put their best foot forward in the final Grand Slam of the year.  The burgeoning 'Big Two' have seemingly taken the baton from the golden era of the 'Big…

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Aug

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Ravichandran Ashwin questions inclusion of Bronco test for India players ahead of Asia Cup 2025

Former India international cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin recently came forward and questioned the inclusion of the rugby-centric Bronco test that has been included to maintain player's fitnesses ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. New Delhi: The Asia Cup 2025 is all set to kick off on September 9, with the marquee event right around the corner. The Indian team is hard at work in preparation for the tournament, and ahead of the competition, the introduction of the Bronco Test was announced.  A rugby-centric test that involves the players running in drills, which would help maintain fitness levels. Speaking of the same,…

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