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David Warner breaks Virat Kohli’s record with century vs Sydney Sixers in BBL

David Warner smashed an unbeaten 110 vs Sixers to surpass Virat Kohli’s T20 century record. Mitchell Starc returned to the BBL after 11 years, while Steve Smith stole the show with a 41-ball hundred to lead Sixers to victory. Sydney: David Warner delivered a devastating performance against the Sydney Sixers in the ongoing Big Bash League, continuing his sensational form this season. The Australian opener has been in sublime touch, topping the run charts with 463 runs from eight matches. Playing at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Warner put on a breathtaking display on Friday, hammering an unbeaten 110 off just…

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Steve Smith denies single to Babar Azam for his slow knock, Pakistan international left frustrated: Watch

Steve Smith denied Babar Azam a single before launching a record 32-run over and completing a blistering 41-ball century. Babar, who earlier had fielding mix-ups with Smith, was dismissed for 47 and reacted angrily as Sixers beat Thunder by five wickets. Sydney: Steve Smith and Babar Azam were at the heart of a dramatic and occasionally awkward situation as Sydney Sixers defeated Sydney Thunder by five wickets in the ongoing Big Bash League at the Sydney Cricket Ground.  The first notable moment came during Thunder’s innings, when Babar and Smith were involved in a costly misjudgment in the deep. In…

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Vishvaraj Jadeja’s 165-run onslaught helps Saurashtra beat Punjab in Vijay Hazare semis

Vishvaraj Jadeja produced a breathtaking unbeaten 165 as Saurashtra chased down 292 against Punjab with nine wickets and 63 balls to spare in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The emphatic win booked Saurashtra a place in the final against Vidarbha as they chase their third title. Bengaluru: Saurashtra produced one of the most dominant chases of the Vijay Hazare Trophy as they overhauled Punjab’s 292 with nine wickets to spare at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. The result sealed Saurashtra’s place in the final against Vidarbha on Sunday and kept alive their pursuit of a third title, and a first…

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MI London appoint Keiron Pollard as new head coach; Lisa Keightley for women’s Hundred

MI London have appointed Kieron Pollard and Lisa Keightley as men’s and women’s head coaches for the Hundred. Pollard brings vast MI experience, while Keightley arrives after winning the 2025 women’s title, as the franchise builds on the legacy of Oval Invincibles. London: MI London have unveiled their leadership group for the upcoming season of the Hundred, appointing Kieron Pollard as men’s head coach and Lisa Keightley to lead the women’s team. The appointments come as the franchise prepares for its first campaign under the MI London identity, following the rebranding of Oval Invincibles. Pollard’s appointment strengthens the franchise’s connection…

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Aakash Chopra backs BCCI over Mustafizur Rahman row amid India-Bangladesh row

Aakash Chopra backed the BCCI over KKR releasing Mustafizur Rahman, calling the IPL a domestic matter and stressing national interest. He said bilaterals remain open, as Bangladesh seeks ICC intervention over 2026 T20 World Cup venues. Navi Mumbai: Tensions between India and Bangladesh in cricket have escalated in recent weeks, following a series of administrative and sporting decisions that have sparked controversy. The friction began when Kolkata Knight Riders, following instructions from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), released Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The move triggered a strong…

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Shreyas Iyer, Ravi Bishnoi added to India’s T20I squad for New Zealand series, Washington Sundar ruled out

Washington Sundar has been ruled out of India’s T20I series vs New Zealand due to a side strain. Ravi Bishnoi replaced him, while Shreyas Iyer joins the squad for the first three matches as a replacement for injured Tilak Varma. New Delhi: Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand after being diagnosed with a side strain. The injury occurred during the first ODI against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on 11 January, when Sundar reported acute discomfort in his lower rib area while bowling. Following the incident, Sundar underwent scans…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 turns nightmare for fans after USA freezes visa of 75 countries

The U.S. has paused visas for 75 countries, including several 2026 World Cup participants like Brazil, Iran, and Uruguay, citing public charge concerns. Players are exempt, but fans face uncertainty, potentially reducing the tournament’s global atmosphere. New Delhi: Fans from multiple countries may face major hurdles in attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States due to a newly imposed visa freeze affecting 75 nations. The pause in visa processing, effective from January 21, will remain in place indefinitely until the State Department completes a reassessment of immigrant visa procedures. The restriction is aimed at preventing entry for…

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RCB-W vs GG-W WPL Match Score Live: Gujarat win toss, elect to field first

Royal Challengers Bengaluru began WPL 2026 with two contrasting wins, powered by Lauren Bell’s tight bowling and strong starts from Harris and Mandhana. Gujarat Giants also won their first two, but leaky bowling remains a concern as both teams meet at DY Patil Stadium. Navi Mumbai: Royal Challengers Bengaluru have stormed into WPL 2026 with two contrasting victories, signalling a strong start to the season. Their campaign began with a last-ball thriller against Mumbai Indians, followed by a dominant win over UP Warriorz. The team’s early success has been powered by a disciplined bowling attack led by Lauren Bell, who…

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RCB propose INR 4.5 crore plan for crowd control at Chinnaswamy, plan to set AI-based cameras for live tracking

RCB have proposed installing 300–350 AI-powered cameras at Chinnaswamy Stadium to boost crowd safety ahead of IPL 2026. The INR 4.5 crore project follows last year’s fatal stampede, with KSCA yet to decide amid venue uncertainty. Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru have taken a major step toward strengthening matchday security by submitting a formal proposal to upgrade surveillance infrastructure at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The defending champions have suggested the deployment of 300 to 350 AI-powered cameras as part of a comprehensive plan to enhance crowd regulation and spectator safety. The proposal, addressed to the…

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Steve Smith smacks four consecutive sixes, completes century in just 41 balls

Steve Smith starred in the BBL, smashing 32 runs in an over against Sydney Thunder and reaching a 41-ball century, the joint-second-fastest in league history. He also moved past David Warner to claim the most BBL centuries outright. Sydney: Steve Smith put on a stunning show in the ongoing Big Bash League, wreaking havoc against city rivals Sydney Thunder at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The star batter went after pacer Ryan Hadley, plundering 32 runs in the 12th over, which included four successive sixes. It was also the most expensive over in BBL history. “Yeah, so we spoke at the 10…

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