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Watch: RCB star leaks 29 runs in an over, raises concerns ahead of IPL 2026 retention season

Bhuvneshwar Kumar had a tough outing in the UP T20 League, conceding 29 runs in a single over against Meerut Mavericks. Rituraj Sharma took him apart with 2 sixes and 4 boundaries, raising concerns about the veteran pacer's current form. Lucknow: Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar had a forgettable outing on Tuesday as the Lucknow Falcons clashed with the in-form Meerut Mavericks in the UP T20 League. Despite a promising start with the ball, Bhuvneshwar’s final over was dismantled by Rituraj Sharma, shifting the momentum entirely in the Mavericks’ favour. After conceding just 20 runs in his first three overs, Bhuvneshwar…

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Preparing rank turners had ‘big impact on Indian batting’ in order to get WTC results, says Cheteshwar Pujara

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara, who retired from all formats of the game on Sunday, August 24, admitted that preparing rank turners didn't help anyone, especially the art of Test batting as the matches used to get done in 2-3 days. Rajkot: Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara, who retired from all formats of the game, conceded that preparing rank turners during home seasons didn't help Indian batting and Test cricket in general. Pujara mentioned that those tracks forced the batters' skill out of the window as they needed a lot of luck to go their way, along with their skill…

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Cabinet approves bid for Commonwealth Games 2030, Ahmedabad being proposed city

India has officially approved a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad. Backed by the Union Cabinet, the event promises global participation, job creation, tourism growth, and a lasting impact on sports and related industries in the country. Ahmedabad : The Indian government has formally approved a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Ahmedabad proposed as the host city. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cleared the submission on Wednesday, along with provisions to sign a Host Collaboration Agreement and extend financial assistance to the Gujarat government if the bid is accepted. If…

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Australian stars surge in latest ICC ODI rankings despite series loss to South Africa

Australian players made big gains in the latest ICC ODI rankings after a strong finish against South Africa. Travis Head, Mitch Marsh, Cameron Green, and Josh Inglis rose in batting ranks, while Abbott and Ellis improved among bowlers. New Delhi: Several Australian cricketers have made significant strides in the latest ICC Men's ODI Player Rankings, capitalising on standout individual performances in their recent home series against South Africa. Although the Aussies were edged out 2-1 in the three-match contest, a dominant victory in the final ODI at Mackay, where they piled on a colossal 431/2, saw four players rewarded with…

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‘Needs to liven up’: Rio Ferdinand provides words of wisdom to struggling Manchester United goalkeeper

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand recently came forward and gave some advice to 27-year-old goalkeeper Altay Bayindir after he struggled to find his form in United's first two Premier League 2025-26 matches. MANCHESTER: Premier League club Manchester United has got off to a horrid start to the new season. With a 0-1 loss to Arsenal at Old Trafford, United followed it up with a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage. With one point in two games, fingers are already being pointed within the squad.  Most of the fingers have been pointed towards 27-year-old Altay Bayindir, who conceded a…

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Michael Clarke gets treated for ‘another’ skin cancer, urges everyone to get their skin checked regularly

Former Australian cricketer Michael Clarke shared news about him getting treated for skin cancer, not for the first time. This time around, Clarke got it removed from his nose while also raising awareness about the disease. Sydney: Former Australian cricketer and World Cup-winning captain Michael Clarke took to his Instagram to raise awareness about skin cancer after getting one removed from his nose in his latest bout with the disease. Clarke, who was first diagnosed with skin cancer in 2006, had three non-melanoma lesions cut from his face in 2019 and the latest one was on the left side of…

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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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