Sports

10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Mitchell Starc set to surpass Kapil Dev, Dale Steyn in major record list as Australia host Bangladesh

New Delhi: Australia star fast-bowler Mitchell Starc is set to go past India legend Kapil Dev and South Africa icon Dale Steyn in the list of most wickets taken in Test cricket's history. Starc gears up for Australia's upcoming two-match Test series, starting from August 13, with a couple of records in his sights.  The left-arm modern-day great is already one of Australia's finest fast bowlers. At 36, he still holds a key corner in the Australian bowling line-up and is part of the famous troika which features Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood too. Starc was a star performer in…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Scotland, Netherlands hit out at ICC over World Cup 2027 format changes, say they are ‘deeply disappointed’

New Delhi: Cricket Scotland and Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) on Monday hit out at the International Cricket Council over the changes to the format of the upcoming ODI World Cup 2027, set to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The tournament heads back to the 14-team tournament from the 10 it was in implementation during the 2019 and 2023 World Cups, but not without a specific change. The ICC has announced that the upcoming 50-over showpiece in Africa will feature 14 teams, but only 12 will be effectively playing in the main World Cup and against the…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

How Jay Shah played crucial role in developing BCCI’s CoE from 40 acres barren land in two years

New Delhi: Former BCCI secretary Jay Shah played a pivotal role in developing the BCCI Centre of Excellence from a barren land of 40 acres in just two years, current secretary Devajit Saikia and head of CoE VVS Laxman highlighted. The land project had several paths to clear before a world-class state-of-the-art CoE took shape.  The CoE is now nearing its second anniversary after it became operational in November 2024. Speaking to the media, Saikia recalled how Shah went about his business in helping develop the academy. "He took everybody on board in the BCCI's Apex Council and made a…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Jemimah Rodrigues puts inaugural Champions Trophy in her sight, eyes more success after World Cup win

New Delhi: India star batter Jemimah Rodrigues is excited for the upcoming Champions Trophy, as women's cricket is set to get another ICC event in addition to the ODI and the T20 World Cups. India, the winners of the ODI World Cup 2025, could not pass the group stage in the T20 World Cup 2026, but eye a significant improvement when they take the field for the inaugural Champions Trophy, set to be played in Sri Lanka in February 2027.  Rodrigues, who was recently ruled out of the ongoing Women's Hundred, stated that the tournament stands pretty special for her…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

T20 Mumbai League set to expand as MCA invites bid for ninth team; check which region will have a side

New Delhi: The T20 Mumbai League is set to expand, as the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) has invited bids for the right to operate a new team in the prestigious state franchise tournament. Once a team is added, the league will feature nine teams from eight.  The new team is set to represent the Navi Mumbai region and is expected to give another platform to the rising talents from the city and surrounding areas. This comes "after a successful fourth edition of the league, held in June". Moreover, as per the statement from the MCA, "the season saw strong fan…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Which IPL franchises are interested in Hardik Pandya trade deal as talks hog limelight?

New Delhi: A Hardik Pandya trade deal has gathered interest in recent weeks. A top-quality all-rounder, an Indian finisher, a seam-bowling all-rounder and a captain with proven results. Hardik offers pretty much everything that a team demands, even in the time of impact players in the Indian Premier League. But his performances have fluctuated in the last few seasons. After leading Gujarat Titans to the IPL 2022 title in their maiden season after a switch from Mumbai Indians, he has not had the best of times with MI when he returned in 2024. Hardik came to MI with the aura…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Jose Mourinho reflects on almost joining Manchester United after Sir Alex’s departure in 2013

MANCHESTER: Legendary former Manchester United head coach Sir Alex Ferguson recently came forward and talked about the conversation that he had with Jose Mourinho after the former’s departure as the side’s head coach back in 2013. It is worth noting that after years of service, Sir Alex Ferguson hung up his boots and retired from the post of head coach of Manchester United.  As his successor, the 20-time Premier League champions had picked Jose Mourinho, who was managing Real Madrid at the time. Shortly after leaving Madrid, Mourinho had an agreement with United to become their coach after Ferguson.  However,…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

‘That innings changed everything’: Ajinkya Rahane reveals the moment that rejuvenated his IPL career

New Delhi: Former India cricketer Ajinkya Rahane recently came forward and talked about his recently rejuvenated IPL (Indian Premier League) career. It is worth noting that Rahane recently took to social media and announced his retirement from all forms of cricket as he delivered an emotional note to his fans.  Notably, Rahane has played for a plethora of teams in the IPL, but he has really come into his own after he made the move to Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2023 season. In the 14 matches that Rahane played for CSK in the 2023 season, he amassed 326…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

‘Narendra naam se nafrat hai’: Boxer Berwal shares Pakistani rival’s hilarious 2015 remark with PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has caught all the headlines of late as he hosted the various Commonwealth Games medal winners at his residence on August 9th. The Prime Minister interacted with the various winners, including Mirabai Chanu, Lovlina Borgohain, and many more stars present at the venue.  Talking to the winners, a moment with boxer Narender Berwal has taken the internet by storm. It is worth noting that Berwal won the silver medal in the men’s 90+ kg boxing category, and interacting with PM Modi, the star boxers shared an interesting story with the prime minister.  Talking about a…

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10

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

‘Every tear felt like a gold medal’: PM Modi interacts with Commonwealth Games champion Mirabai Chanu | Watch

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the various Commonwealth Games 2026 medal winners at his residence on Sunday, August 9th. At his residence, PM Modi interacted with the medal winners and congratulated them on their stellar performances in the games.  PM Modi went on to state that the winners’ performance has made the country proud and has inspired the up-and-coming generation of athletes to take up sports as well.  A clip of the same moment where PM Modi interacted with weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu has been making the rounds over social media. It is worth noting that Mirabai Chanu…

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