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Spartan mentality: Varun Chakaravarthy reveals how Gautam Gambhir has transformed Team India

New Delhi: The initial doubts over his coaching credentials have been buried after India head coach Gautam Gambhir guided the team to a memorable...

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MS Dhoni to Mumbai Indians?: Fans left stunned as CSK legend spotted in MI jersey

New Delhi: Fans had a hard time believing their eyes as MS Dhoni was spotted in a Mumbai Indians (MI) jersey. The former India captain, who plays for...

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La Liga, Serie A matches to be played abroad this season after UEFA 'reluctant' approval

New Delhi: UEFA on Monday confirmed that it has ‘reluctantly’ approved Barcelona and AC Milan’s request to play one of their domestic fixtures...

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Shanghai Masters: Alexander Zverev ousted by 54th-ranked Arthur Rinderknech, Daniil Medvedev wins

New Delhi: Third-seed Alexander Zverev was ousted from the Shanghai Masters on Monday after a shock defeat against 54th-ranked Arthur Rinderknech in...

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Maharashtra, Haryana, Jharkhand, Delhi, And Now Bihar: Why Congress Is Fighting Its Allies More Than BJP

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Muneeba Ali gets run out in controversial fashion during India-Pakistan clash, here's what MCC law says

New Delhi: Pakistan batter Muneeba Ali was run out in a controversial manner during her side’s clash against India at the R Premadasa Stadium in the...

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India thrash Pakistan by 88 runs in Women's ODI World Cup 2025 to extend perfect record

New Delhi: India hammered Pakistan by 88 runs in their group-stage clash to bag their second win in a row in the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. Pacer...

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'Toss fixed?': Pakistan captain wins toss despite wrong call vs India, video goes viral - WATCH

New Delhi: The ongoing clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 has been marred by a toss controversy....

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Rohit, Kohli not in scheme of things for 2027 ODI WC, Gill likely to be all-format captain post T20 WC - Report

New Delhi: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli might have made the cut in India’s squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, however, the senior...

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Start of new era as Shubman Gill replaces Rohit Sharma as India's ODI captain for Australia series

New Delhi: In what marks the beginning of a new era in Indian cricket, Shubman Gill has replaced Rohit Sharma as the ODI captain ahead of India’s...

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Toxic Politics: How INDI Alliance's Dynasts Are Trading Civility For Survival

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How advice from Tendulkar, Smith and Williamson helped Shubman Gill shatter records in England Test series

New Delhi: Shubman Gill enjoyed a remarkable campaign in the England Test series earlier this year, where he shattered multiple records on his way to...

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WATCH: Jasprit Bumrah mocks Haris Rauf with 'plane crash' celebration after dismissing him in Asia Cup final

New Delhi: Team India pacer Jasprit Bumrah gave it back to Haris Rauf in style as he mocked the Pakistan pacer with a ‘plane-crash’ celebration...

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Ex-India star takes a jibe at Pakistan while remembering India's 2007 T20 World Cup triumph

New Delhi: On this day in 2007, MS Dhoni-led India defeated Pakistan in a nail-biting final to win their maiden T20 World Cup title. A relatively...

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India's assistant coach breaks silence on Haris Rauf's controversial gestures during Asia Cup clash

New Delhi: India’s assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate broke his silence on Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf’s controversial ‘plane-crash’ gestures...

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WATCH: Wanindu Hasaranga pulls off a screamer to dismiss Fakhar Zaman in Sri Lanka's Super 4 clash vs Pakistan

New Delhi: Sri Lanka all-rounder Wanidu Hasaranga produced a stunning effort on the field to stun Pakistan during the Super 4 clash between the two...

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ICC suspends USA Cricket over continued breaches of member obligations

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced that it has suspended USA Cricket’s membership with immediate effect owing...

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Rishabh Pant ruled out of India's Test series against West Indies, Nitish Reddy poised for return - Report

New Delhi: Rishabh Pant is likely to miss India’s upcoming two-match Test series against West Indies at home. After pulling off a spirited 2-2 draw...

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The Exam Wars: How Student Protests Are Reshaping India's Political Landscape

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Abhishek, Gill launched BrahMos after Farhan signalled AK-47: Ex-Pakistan star rips into Salman Ali Agha & Co.

New Delhi: Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria ripped into the Salman Ali Agha-led side after their six-wicket defeat against India in their Super...

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WATCH: Pakistan batter Mohammad Nawaz's brain fade moment leads to bizarre run-out against India

New Delhi: Pakistan batter Mohammad Nawaz’s brain fade moment led to a bizarre run out in his side’s Super 4 clash against India in the ongoing...

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Fernandes, Casemiro score as 10-man Manchester United beat 10-man Chelsea in chaotic Premier League clash

New Delhi: Manchester United held on to beat Chelsea 2-1 in a dramatic 10-man thriller that saw both teams getting a red card apiece in the first...

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'Let ICC, Asia Cup go to hell': Inside details of Pakistan's pull-out meeting ahead of UAE clash

New Delhi: Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Najam Sethi has revealed the inside details of what went on inside PCB’s pull-out meeting on...

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Pakistan batter Saim Ayub achieves embarassing record after 2nd consecutive duck in Asia Cup 2025

New Delhi: Pakistan opener Saim Ayub’s disastrous run with the bat continued in his side’s crucial group-stage clash against UAE in the Asia Cup...

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Pakistan set up mouth-watering India clash in Super 4 after 41-run win over UAE in Asia Cup 2025

New Delhi: After unnecessary boycott drama ahead of the clash, Pakistan defeated UAE by 41 runs in their must-win final group-stage game to qualify...

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Bayern Munich vs Chelsea live streaming: When and where to watch UEFA Champions League 2025-26 match?

New Delhi: Bayern Munich will open their UEFA Champions League 2025-26 campaign with a blockbuster clash against Chelsea in matchweek 1 on Wednesday....

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Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan pull out of final group-stage clash against UAE after handshake row - Report

New Delhi: In a shocking development, Pakistan have reportedly decided to pull out of their final group-stage match against UAE and the remainder of...

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PKL 12 points table: Bengal Warriorz beat UP Yoddhas, Tamil Thalaivas thrash Bengaluru Bulls

New Delhi: It was yet another action-packed day in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 as Bengal Warriorz and Tamil Thalaivas secured wins in their...

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Jharkhand: The Encounter That Could Reshape BJP's Tribal Politics In A Post-Shibu Soren Era

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'Jung hi kar lete, woh bhi nahi ki': Ex-Pakistan captain's scathing attack on India over Asia Cup handshake snub

New Delhi: Former Pakistan skipper Rashid Latif launched a scathing attack at India following the Indian players’ decision to ditch the customary...

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Explained! How Pakistan can miss out on Super 4 spot in Asia Cup 2025 after India defeat

New Delhi: A four-wicket haul from pacer Junaid Siddique and half-centuries from openers Alishan Sharafu and skipper Muhammad Waseem helped UAE thrash...

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Were Babar, Rizwan the problem? Outdated Pakistan outplayed by India in yet another battle of a cricketing mismatch

New Delhi: There was no Babar Azam or Mohammad Rizwan, but it was the same old Pakistan as India secured a thrumping 7-wicket win against their...

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Suryakumar Yadav dedicates India's win over Pakistan to Pahalgam attack victims, Indian armed forces

New Delhi: Team India skipper Suryakumar Yadav dedicated his team’s victory against Pakistan to the Indian armed forces and the victims of the...

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India lose 4-1 to China in Women's Asia Cup 2025 final, miss out on direct World Cup qualification

New Delhi: The Indian women’s hockey team missed out on direct qualification for the Women’s Hockey World Cup next year after suffering a crushing...

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WATCH: Hardik Pandya strikes on first ball, hands Saim Ayub Golden Duck in India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash

New Delhi: Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya got India off to a dream start in the high-octane clash against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday....

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Sumit Nagal helps India beat Switzerland to seal spot in Davis Cup Qualifiers

New Delhi: The Indian men’s tennis team scripted history by defeating Switzerland 3-1 in their World Group I tie to secure a spot in the Davis Cup...

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No contest, lack of hype as favourites India take on Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025

New Delhi: Irrespective of the tournament, India and Pakistan playing each other is always a grand affair. But the lack of hype is telling this time...

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164 km in 4 days! How a 55-year-old barefoot ultra runner prepares for world's highest marathon in Ladakh

Leh: At 55, it is his willingness to test his limits and break the barriers that drives Bengaluru’s Vinod Krishna to take up challenges that even...

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Suryakumar Yadav opens up on Pakistan clash after ruthless India crush UAE in Asia Cup 2025

New Delhi: Team India skipper Suryakumar Yadav said the Indian players are excited for their upcoming clash against Pakistan after hammering UAE by 9...

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Three Reasons Why Indian Elections Are An Incumbent's Game Now

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I deeply regret it: Luis Suarez apologises for spitting at opposition staffer during Leagues Cup brawl

New Delhi: Inter Miami striker Luis Suarez has apologised for spitting at a staff member of the Seattle Sounders after his side’s 3-0 defeat in the...

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Punjab Kings donate Rs 33.8 lakh, join hands to raise funds for flood relief in Punjab

New Delhi: Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings have extended support to the flood victims in Punjab by donating a sum of Rs 33.8 lakh...

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PKL 12 points table: Telugu Titans registers first win of the season, Dabang Delhi beat Puneri Paltan

New Delhi: Telugu Titans bagged their first win in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 12 after beating Jaipur Pink Panthers 37-32 in the first match on...

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US Open semi-finals, Sabalenka vs Pegula and Osaka vs Anisimova: Preview, head to head & live streaming details

New Delhi: Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka will take on home favourite Jessica Pegula, while a resurgent Naomi Osaka will be up against Amanda...

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Irfan Pathan breaks silence after old video on MS Dhoni triggers 'hookah' controversy

New Delhi: After a five-year-old video of him taking an indirect ‘hookah’ swipe on MS Dhoni resurfaced on social media, sparking a controversy,...

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Why Liverpool's move for Marc Guehi collapsed despite deal agreement with Crystal Palace?

New Delhi: Liverpool failed to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace on deadline day despite having agreed a deal for the English defender. Guehi had...

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Alejandro Garnacho: Once considered Manchester United's future star, what went wrong for youngster?

New Delhi: In football, it doesn’t take too long for things to go wrong for a player at any club. Alejandro Garnacho is a prime example. The...

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Satwik-Chirag vs Chen-Liu, BWF World Championships semifinal: Live streaming and all you need to know

New Delhi: Indian men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will take on the Chinese 11th seed pair of Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi...

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Novak Djokovic beats qualifier Zachary Svajda to storm into 3rd round at US Open 2025

New Delhi: Novak Djokovic continued his quest for a record 25th Grand Slam at the US Open 2025 with a come-from-behind win against qualifier Zachary...

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Rudy Vs Balyan: How The Constitution Club Election Has Put BJP In A Fix

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