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Jan

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Sai Sudharsan suffers rib fracture during Vijay Hazare Trophy, likely to be out for six weeks

Sai Sudharsan suffered the injury during Tamil Nadu's Vijay Hazare Trophy fixture against Madhya Pradesh. Sudharsan is likely to be out of action for six weeks and is set to miss the remainder of the Vijay Hazare Trophy matches. New Delhi: Young India batter Sai Sudharsan has suffered a rib fracture during the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, and the left-handed batter is likely to be out for around six weeks to heal from the blow. Sudharsan, who last played for India in the South Africa Test series, fractured the "anterior cortex of the seventh right rib" during Tamil Nadu's VHT…

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Jan

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South Africa announce squad for T20 World Cup, no Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs; Kagiso Rabada returns

South Africa have revealed their squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 that gets underway on February 7. The Proteas have been placed in Group D along with Afghanistan, Canada, New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates. New Delhi: South Africa have announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 with Aiden Markram set to lead the 15-member side.  Star batters Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs have missed out on the squad, while fast-bowler Kagiso Rabada returns after missing the T20I series against India due to a rib injury. Meanwhile, a string of players are getting their maiden call-ups for…

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IND U19 vs SA U19 Youth ODI series live: When and where to watch Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Indian team in action?

IND U19 vs SA U19 Youth ODI series live: India will be gearing up for the U19 World Cup 2026 with their three-match ODI series against South Africa. Vaibhav Suryavanshi will be leading the Indian team in the series. Here are the live streaming details. New Delhi: The India U19 team will take on South Africa U19 in their last Youth ODI assignment ahead of the upcoming World Cup 2026. The Indian team will be looking to make the most of this series that gets underway on January 3 as they look be in the best shape for the U19…

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Jan

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J-K Police summon cricketer, organiser for displaying Palestine flag on helmet in local tournament

The cricket player, Furqan-ul-Haq, has been summoned by J&K Police for displaying Palestine flag on his helmet while playing in a local tournament. The video of the same went viral on social media recently, even as police have also called the organiser for questioning. New Delhi: The Jammu and Kashmir Police have summoned a local cricketer, Furqan-ul-Haq, and the organiser of a local tournament for questioning after the former displayed the Palestine flag on his helmet during a cricket match. "One cricket player and organiser of the tournament has been called for questioning by J&K Police regarding the use of…

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Sjoerd Marijne of Netherlands appointed head coach of Indian women’s hockey team

Sjoerd Marijne of the Netherlands has been reappointed as the head coach of the Indian women's hockey team. It was under him that the women in blue created history, finishing fourth at the Tokyo Olympics. He will be assisted by Matias Vila as analytical coach. New Delhi: Sjoerd Marijne of the Netherlands has been appointed the head coach of the Indian women's hockey team, marking his return to the set-up after four years. He was at the helm of the team from 2017 to 2021 and it was under him that the women in blue knocked Australia out of the Tokyo…

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England announce 12-member squad for fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, Shoaib Bashir to finally play?

England might finally end up playing their lead and only spinner in the squad, Shoaib Bashir, in the Ashes. However, they have named a 12-member squad for now and will take the final decision on the match day depending on the nature of the surface on offer at the SCG. Sydney: England have named their 12-member squad for the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney and the visitors might finally end up playing their lead spinner Shoaib Bashir for the first time on the tour. With the SCG curator set to leave 6mm grass on the pitch, there is…

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Jan

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South Africa all-rounder Donovan Ferreira, traded from DC to RR for IPL 2026, sets SA20 on fire for Joburg Super Kings

Donovan Ferreira of Joburg Super Kings has been in superb form in the ongoing SA20 edition. He played a massive role in Super Kings' win in the Super Over against Durban Super Giants in the 9th match of the season. He will play for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. Johannesburg: Donovan Ferreira has been the solution to all problems for Joburg Super Kings this season so far in the ongoing SA20 edition. He has starred with bat, ball and as wicketkeeper for his side and his latest heroics helped the Super Kings win in the Super Over against the Durban…

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Damien Martyn health update: Former cricketer showing positive signs in recent tests, says Adam Gilchrist

Former Australia cricketer Damien Martyn fell ill on Boxing Day and was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital. He was placed in an induced coma and was in serious condition as well. However, his close friend Adam Gilchrist has provided the latest update on his health. Melbourne: The cricket fraternity was shocked to know recently that former Australia cricketer Damien Martyn was seriously ill and placed in an induced coma. He fell ill on Boxing Day and was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital. He is battling meningitis and is undergoing treatment for the same and his close friend and…

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Usman Khawaja hits out at racial stereotyping after announcing retirement, ‘Always been treated differently’

Australia cricketer Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from international cricket today, confirming that the Sydney Test would be his last. After the announcement, he also hit out at the racial stereotyping he faced during his career that spanned 15 years. Sydney: Usman Khawaja hit out at racial stereotyping during his career after announcing retirement from international cricket today in Sydney. He confirmed that the Sydney Test against England would be the last of his career but also revealed that he had been frustrated and hurt for being treated differently to other Australian players throughout his career. It was a 50-minute…

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Jan

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Usman Khawaja to retire from international cricket after fifth Ashes Test in Sydney

Australia opener Usman Khawaja has confirmed that he will retire from international cricket after the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney against England. Notably, he had made his Test debut at the same venue back in 2011 and will bow out of international cricket after playing 88 Tests. Sydney: Usman Khawaja has announced that he will retire from international cricket after fifth and final Ashes Test against England in Sydney. He has so far played 87 Tests for Australia and scored 6206 runs at an average of 43.39 with 16 centuries and 28 fifties to his name. Khawaja confirmed…

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