Jharkhand gear up to host FIH Hockey Olympics Qualifiers 2024

Jharkhand gear up to host FIH Hockey Olympics Qualifiers 2024

Ranchi, Jan 4 - Jharkhand is all set to host the FIH Hockey Olympics Qualifiers Ranchi 2024, scheduled to take place from January 13 to 19 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium, here. This event is one of the

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South Africa sending weak team to NZ has been a wake-up call for everyone: Nick Hockley

South Africa sending weak team to NZ has been a wake-up call for everyone: Nick Hockley

Sydney, Jan 4 - Nick Hockley, the CEO of Cricket Australia (CA), admitted that South Africa sending a weakened team for the Test tour of New Zealand has been a "wake-up call" for everyone and added that the governing body will always prioritise

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Defending champion Coco Gauff moves into Auckland quarterfinals

Defending champion Coco Gauff moves into Auckland quarterfinals

Auckland, Jan 4 - Defending champion Coco Gauff extended her winning streak at the ASB Classic on Thursday by securing a spot in the quarterfinals with a commanding 6-3, 6-0 win against fellow teenager Brenda Fruhvirtova of Czech Republic.

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Brisbane International: Azarenka makes quarterfinals, faces Ostapenko next

Brisbane International: Azarenka makes quarterfinals, faces Ostapenko next

Brisbane, Jan 4 - Two-time former champion Victoria Azarenka advanced to the quarterfinals at the Brisbane International with a 7-5, 6-2 win over France's Clara Burel.

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United Cup: De Minaur stuns Djokovic to give Australia QF lead in Perth

United Cup: De Minaur stuns Djokovic to give Australia QF lead in Perth

Perth, Jan 3 - Alex de Minaur laid down a stunning marker for his 2024 season on Wednesday as he upset World No. 1 Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4 to give the host Australia a 1-0 lead in the quarterfinal against Serbia at the

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INDvSA 2nd Test: Siraj’s six-er blows away South Africa as hosts’ bowled out for 55

INDvSA 2nd Test: Siraj’s six-er blows away South Africa as hosts’ bowled out for 55

Cape Town, Jan 3 - Fast-bowler Mohammed Siraj blew away the South Africa batting line-up with a devastating six-wicket haul as the hosts were bowled out for just 55 in 23.2 overs at lunch on day one of the second Test at the

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Raducanu moves to Australian Open main draw after Lauren Davis’ withdrawal

Raducanu moves to Australian Open main draw after Lauren Davis’ withdrawal

New Delhi, Jan 3 - 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu has moved into the main draw at the Australian Open after American Lauren Davis withdrew from the tournament due to injury.

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Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan join ISPl as owners of Kolkata team

Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan join ISPl as owners of Kolkata team

Mumbai, Jan 3 - After Amitabh Bachchan and Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan and her husband Saif Ali Khan have become team owners in the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL).

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‘This is bit of a kick in the teeth’: Ian Smith slams SA sending weak Test team to NZ

‘This is bit of a kick in the teeth’: Ian Smith slams SA sending weak Test team to NZ

Auckland, Jan 3 - Former New Zealand cricketer Ian Smith has slammed Cricket South Africa (CSA) for naming a weak Test team for the upcoming two-match tour of New Zealand in February, saying it is a ‘bit of a kick in the teeth’

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Brisbane International: Sabalenka beats Bronzetti, races to Round of 16

Brisbane International: Sabalenka beats Bronzetti, races to Round of 16

Brisbane, Jan 3 - World no.2 Aryna Sabalenka triumphed over Lucia Bronzetti from Italy in the second round of the Brisbane International, clinching the match in a mere 58 minutes with a commanding scoreline of 6-3, 6-0.

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United Cup: Swiatek, Hurkacz clinch semifinal spot for Poland

United Cup: Swiatek, Hurkacz clinch semifinal spot for Poland

Perth, Jan 3 - World No.1 Iga Swiatek propelled Team Poland into the United Cup semifinals for the second straight year by defeating China’s Zheng Qinwen 6-2, 6-3 here on Wednesday.

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India highly overrated in T20I and Test cricket: Kris Srikkanth advises team to stop resting on past laurels

India highly overrated in T20I and Test cricket: Kris Srikkanth advises team to stop resting on past laurels

New Delhi, Jan 2 - Former India cricketer Kris Srikkanth unleashed a scathing critique on the Indian side, labelling them as overrated in Test cricket on the backdrop of India's recent inning and 32-run defeat in the first Test match against Proteas at

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Brisbane International: Nadal downs Thiem on long-awaited return from injury

Brisbane International: Nadal downs Thiem on long-awaited return from injury

Brisbane, Jan 2 - Rafael Nadal impressed on a long-awaited return from injury after almost a year as he beat Austrian Dominic Thiem in the opening round of the Brisbane International in Brisbane on Tuesday.

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David Warner’s class prevented his contract from being ripped up: Michel Clarke

David Warner’s class prevented his contract from being ripped up: Michel Clarke

New Delhi, Jan 2 - Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has praised David Warner's talent and ability stating “he's had a stellar career”.

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United Cup: Djokovic-led Serbia edge Czech Republic to set Australia QF

United Cup: Djokovic-led Serbia edge Czech Republic to set Australia QF

Perth, Jan 2 - Serbia found a way to reach the quarter-finals at the United Cup on Tuesday when they edged past Czech Republic in the decisive mixed doubles match.

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IPL auction 2024 sees 29% TV viewership growth compared to 2023

IPL auction 2024 sees 29% TV viewership growth compared to 2023

Mumbai, Jan 2 - The mini-auction for the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) delivered a record-equalling highest viewership on television with 22.8 million viewers, which is 29% higher than last year, tuned in to Stars Sports to watch the live

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Shan Masood calls for ‘country-wide search’ to find David Warner’s stolen cap

Shan Masood calls for ‘country-wide search’ to find David Warner’s stolen cap

New Delhi, Jan 2 - Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood has urged the Australian government for a "country-wide search" after David Warner in an emotional plea on social media revealed that his 'Baggy Green' cap had been stolen.

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Shan Masood backs under fire Babar; reveals reason behind Afridi’s exclusion from SCG Test

Shan Masood backs under fire Babar; reveals reason behind Afridi’s exclusion from SCG Test

Sydney, Jan 2 - Pakistan red-ball skipper Shan Masood has come to the defense of the out-of-form batter Babar Azam ahead of the third and final Test against Australia, saying that the 29-year-old is the main player and will have a significant impact

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Australian PM lauds courageous Khawaja for standing up for human values

Australian PM lauds courageous Khawaja for standing up for human values

Sydney, Jan 2 - Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commended Usman Khawaja for "showing courage" in advocating for victims of conflict and "standing up for human values" during the ongoing Test series against Pakistan.

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Saim Ayub to debut as Pakistan name playing XI for SCG Test; Afridi rested

Saim Ayub to debut as Pakistan name playing XI for SCG Test; Afridi rested

Sydney, Jan 2 - Pakistan on Tuesday revealed their Playing-XI for the third and final test against Australia with left-handed batter Saim Ayub set to make his Test debut.

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