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Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: India strive for T20 glory

Buoyed by wins in both their warm-up games, Harmanpreet & Co appear primed to start their T20 World Cup campaign v NZ on a winning note in Dubai

04 October,2024 09:13 AM IST | Santosh Suri
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ICC launches AI tool to tackle online abuse

This AI-powered tool, in collaboration with GoBubble, monitors toxic content like hate speech and harassment across official and player social media channels, aiming to protect mental health and foster a positive atmosphere

04 October,2024 06:44 AM IST | PTI
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Women players hail prize-money parity with men’s World Cup

West Indies captain Hayley Matthews was amongst those to praise the move towards equal prize money. “It puts a lot of respect on the game,” said Matthews

04 October,2024 06:47 AM IST | Santosh Suri
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Rohit Sharma’s bossball brigade: Redefining the game with style

Wisden editor Lawrence Booth takes note of India’s ultra aggressive methods in Kanpur which could be a game-changer for Test cricket; strategy that mid-day calls Bossball, continues to be talk of the cricketing globe

04 October,2024 12:34 PM IST | A Correspondent
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Easwaran’s third successive ton helps RoI fight back vs Mumbai

Easwaran compiled an unbeaten 151 off 212 balls, and laced his innings with 12 fours and a six on the third day of the match at the Ekana Stadium

04 October,2024 06:52 AM IST | PTI
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Thakur discharged after battling fever

Thakur had been saved for a late batting position due to his illness, but was called into action when Mohit Avasthi fell late on Day Two

04 October,2024 06:53 AM IST | Agencies
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1st ODI: Proteas crush Ireland by 139 runs

South Africa scored 271-9 thanks to opener Ryan Rickelton’s 91 runs in 102 balls and 79 from Tristan Stubbs

04 October,2024 06:53 AM IST | AP | PTI
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Spinner Shamsi opts out of CSA contract

Shamsi will be available to play for SA in major bilateral or ICC tourneys in white-ball formats

04 October,2024 06:54 AM IST | PTI
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'Weight and watch for yourself': Mary

India’s former World No. 1 boxer weighs in on the controversial issue surrounding wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification at Paris Olympics

04 October,2024 06:55 AM IST | Rufus Vedanayagam
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Khushi seals dramatic bronze, takes India’s tally to 15

Her medal on Wednesday took India’s tally to 15, including 10 gold, one silver, and four bronze medals, keeping the country at the top of the standings

04 October,2024 06:56 AM IST | PTI
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Mad in China: No celebration time for victorious Alcaraz

He told reporters he had to take all his luggage to the stadium with him before the Beijing final, and only had time to do a press conference and take a shower before “running” to the airport

04 October,2024 06:56 AM IST | AFP
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Pune’s top seed Varun Kapur in quarters

In men’s singles round of 32 encounters, top seed Varun Kapur (Pune) eased past Rohit Borade (Raigad), winning 21-8, 21-17

04 October,2024 06:57 AM IST | A Correspondent
IND vs NZ: Devine, bowlers give New Zealand 58-run win over India

IND vs NZ: Devine, bowlers give New Zealand 58-run win over India

Key players to watch include Jemimah Rodrigues, who notched a fifty in the warm-ups, alongside Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and star all-rounder Deepti Sharma

04 October,2024 11:02 PM IST | Dubai | mid-day online correspondent
Gwalior sees deployment of 2,500 cops for Ind-Ban T20 match amid protests

Gwalior sees deployment of 2,500 cops for Ind-Ban T20 match amid protests

The hotels housing both teams, which have been secured since Wednesday, are now under a strict security protocol

04 October,2024 07:56 PM IST | Gwalior | mid-day online correspondent
Rashid Khan ties the knot, viral video of wedding venue creates buzz online

Rashid Khan ties the knot, viral video of wedding venue creates buzz online

Rashid, who is widely recognized as one of the top T20I bowlers globally, observed traditional Pashtun customs throughout the ceremony

04 October,2024 02:54 PM IST | Kabul | mid-day online correspondent
'Can sense each other's feelings by our facial expressions': Shafali on Mandhana

'Can sense each other's feelings by our facial expressions': Shafali on Mandhana

India will begin their campaign in the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup 2024 with a game against New Zealand on Friday

04 October,2024 02:37 PM IST | Dubai | mid-day online correspondent
Can India channel their inner champions in World Cup opener?

Mid-Day Premium Can India channel their inner champions in World Cup opener?

Friday’s conquest with New Zealand will be more about exorcising the painful memories of previous near-misses for India

04 October,2024 02:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Centurion Sarfaraz Khan dedicates double century to brother Musheer

Centurion Sarfaraz Khan dedicates double century to brother Musheer

Known to amass big scores, Sarfaraz kept his word with a magnificent knock of 222 to guide Mumbai to a mammoth 537 all out

04 October,2024 01:45 PM IST | Lucknow | mid-day online correspondent
'Does he deserve to be an 18 crore?': Tom Moody on Pandya's possible retention

'Does he deserve to be an 18 crore?': Tom Moody on Pandya's possible retention

Last year, the five-time champions brought back all-rounder Hardik Pandya to the franchise as a captain following his two-year-stint with Gujarat Titans (GT), which proved to be a controversial decision

04 October,2024 01:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
England's ‘Bazball’ meets identical twin in India’s ‘Gamball’

Mid-Day Premium England's ‘Bazball’ meets identical twin in India’s ‘Gamball’

Chasing a modest target of 95 post-lunch, India breezed to 98 for three in a mere 104 balls in the second session

04 October,2024 06:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Srijanee Majumdar
Haddin feels India will play Kanpur Test-style attacking cricket during BGT

Haddin feels India will play Kanpur Test-style attacking cricket during BGT

Brad Haddin further stated that Team India gave themselves a chance to win the match and played a great brand of cricket. The "Border-Gavaskar Trophy" will kick start on November 22 with the first Test match set to be played in Perth

03 October,2024 09:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shikhar Dhawan Retirement: A look back into ‘Gabbar’ Shikhar Dhawan’s journey

    Shikhar Dhawan Retirement: A look back into ‘Gabbar’ Shikhar Dhawan’s journey

    Indian cricketing star Shikhar Dhawan, today announced his retirement from all formats of cricket. The left-handed opener has been a key player in India's top order, amassing over 10,000 runs across formats. Be it in the IPL or playing for the Indian cricket team, Shikhar Dhawan proved his mettle in multiple instances. From numerous injuries to a bitter divorce, affectionately called "Gabbar" by fans, faced numerous challenges on the field and off the field. Known for his aggressive batting style and iconic moustache, Dhawan leaves behind an illustrious career spanning over a decade. Here are the look back into his journey.

    24 August,2024 01:17 PM IST
    ISL: Odisha FC produce spirited comeback to share points with Kerala Blasters

    ISL: Odisha FC produce spirited comeback to share points with Kerala Blasters

    Mikael Stahre’s side didn’t need to wait much, as three minutes later, the duo combined again. Jimenez laid it off for Sadaoui inside the box, to witness the latter curl it past Amrinder

    04 October,2024 01:52 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | IANS

    Maguire salvages draw for Man United at Porto after Fernandes sent off again

    Fernandes had been shown a straight read in a 3-0 loss to Tottenham in the Premier League on Sunday that upped the pressure on Ten Hag

    04 October,2024 01:04 PM IST | Porto | AP | PTI

    Jude Bellingham back in England squad and Solanke also called up

    Chelsea's Cole Palmer was also called up after withdrawing ahead of the games against Ireland and Finland because of injury, while Manchester United defender Harry Maguire was left out

    04 October,2024 01:02 PM IST | London | AP | PTI
    PKL Season 11: Haryana Steelers' SWOT analysis

    PKL Season 11: Haryana Steelers' SWOT analysis

    Haryana Steelers were still in the spotlight following their acquisition of Mohammadreza Chiyaneh for a whopping INR 2.07 crore

    04 October,2024 07:38 PM IST | Mumbai | Agencies
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