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Kane Williamson announces sudden retirement from international cricket, explains reason | Cricket

New Delhi: Kane Williamson has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtain down on a career that established him as New Zealand’s highest run-scorer across formats and one of the most influential figures in the country’s cricket history. The 35-year-old’s decision takes immediate effect and means he will play no further part in New Zealand’s ongoing Test series in England. A replacement for the remainder of the tour is expected to be named at a later date. “I’ve thought about it for a while, but over the last few days it’s become clear now is the right time.…

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How is SA20 developing domestic South African cricketers? Dale Steyn explains | Cricket

New Delhi: Former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn believes SA20 has played a crucial role in accelerating the growth of domestic cricketers by exposing them to an environment that closely mirrors international cricket. He highlighted how the league has transformed the experience of local players, many of whom do not get the opportunity to represent South Africa at the highest level. According to Steyn, SA20 offers domestic cricketers a taste of the pressures and expectations that come with playing on the global stage. From packed stadiums and extensive television coverage to speed guns, sponsorship activations and modern LED displays,…

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ECB unsure of Stokes’ future, Rob Key reveals reasons behind Root’s appointment as captain ahead of Brook | Cricket

New Delhi: England’s director of cricket Rob Key has refused to guarantee Ben Stokes’ future as the Test captain as the fallout from the latest off-field controversy involving the national side continues to deepen. The all-rounder and fast bowler Gus Atkinson have already been ruled out of the second Test against New Zealand, scheduled to begin on 17 June. The development comes as the England and Wales Cricket Board investigates an incident at a London nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning after the hosts won the opening Test of the three-match series.  Notably, the episode has placed England's…

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T20 World Cup opening ceremony: Full list of performers and where to watch | Cricket

Birmingham: The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will get underway at Edgbaston on June 12 with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka. Ahead of the blockbuster clash, the ICC has planned an opening ceremony featuring a live performance from the West End production of Wicked. The England and Wales Cricket Board is planning a programme that combines cricket with elements of music and entertainment as the competition begins. Leading the performance will be theatre actors Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen, who will be joined by the full cast of the musical. The appearance forms part of celebrations marking the 20th…

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Tactical Analysis: South Korea control tempo, exploits Czechia in counter-attack to secure 2-1 win in FIFA World Cup | Football

New Delhi: South Korea defeated Czechia 2–1 in a tightly contested 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage match. The result reflected Korea’s adaptability after falling behind and Czechia’s inability to maintain control after a strong spell around the hour mark. Notably, the match began cautiously, with both sides prioritising structure over risk. Czechia set up in a compact 4-2-3-1 mid-block, staying narrow to protect central zones and forcing South Korea into wider areas. South Korea responded with a flexible 4-3-3 that often shifted into a 2-3-5 in possession, with full-backs pushing high and one midfielder dropping deeper to aid circulation. Despite…

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Jaspal Rana death: Key records and achievements of shooting legend | Other

New Delhi: Renowned Indian shooter and high-performance coach Jaspal Rana has passed away at the age of 49. His death marks a significant loss for Indian sport, particularly the shooting community, where he was widely regarded as both a champion athlete and a transformative coach. Notably, Rana had been undergoing medical treatment in Delhi after falling ill during the Indian contingent’s return from the ISSF World Cup in Munich, Germany. He required emergency medical attention upon landing in India and underwent a procedure following complications. Despite medical intervention, he passed away at a hospital in the national capital on Thursday…

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Jaspal Rana, Asian Games gold medalist and Manu Bhaker’s coach, dies at 49; PM Modi expresses grief | Other

New Delhi: Renowned Indian shooter and high-performance pistol coach Jaspal Rana has passed away at the age of 49. According to National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) president Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, Rana breathed his last at a hospital in Delhi in the early hours of Friday. He had recently undergone a medical procedure after falling ill during the Indian contingent’s return journey from the ISSF World Cup in Munich, Germany. Upon landing in New Delhi, Rana was immediately admitted to the hospital, where he underwent a procedure involving the placement of a stent after his condition deteriorated. In the…

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Mehidy Hasan suffers concussion, admitted to hospital after second ODI vs Australia, physio shares update | Cricket

Dhaka: Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz was hospitalised after suffering a head injury during the second ODI against Australia in Dhaka on Thursday. The incident occurred in the 34th over of Bangladesh’s chase when he was struck on the helmet by a bouncer from pacer Riley Meredith. The Bangladesh all-rounder immediately reacted to the impact, holding the side of his head before dropping to his knees as medical staff rushed in. Bangladesh’s physio carried out a concussion assessment on the field while Australian team officials also joined in. At one stage, a stretcher was brought out, though it was eventually…

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Who is Wilton Sampaio? Brazilian referee hands three red cards in FIFA World Cup opener | Football

New Delhi: Wilton Sampaio emerged as the unexpected focal point of the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match after issuing three red cards in Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa at Estadio Azteca. Since then, his performance has sparked widespread debate and made the Brazilian referee one of the most talked-about figures of the tournament's first night. While Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez supplied the goals that gave Mexico a winning start on home soil, attention quickly shifted to the official in charge as a series of disciplinary decisions transformed the contest into one of the most chaotic World Cup…

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From skull fracture and loss of father to dream World Cup outing, Mexico star Raul Jimenez leaves huge impact | Football

New Delhi: Mexico star Raul Jimenez battled a life-threatening skull fracture and a brain injury six years ago. He carried the grief of his father's demise in March 2026. And he had a dream outing in the FIFA World Cup 2026.  Jimenez, who plays for the EFL Championship club Wolves, suffered a horrific injury that could have ended his life. That happened in 2020 when he was still a part of Wolverhampton and had a massive collision with Arsenal defender David Luiz. That injury left him unconscious on the pitch and in urgent need of medical treatment. The skull fracture…

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