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    Hyderabad Blackbirds’ Aqil bags trophy

    South African teenager Aqil Alibhai of Hyderabad Blackbirds clinched the Formula 4 Indian Championship title in Coimbatore on Sunday. Hyderabad: South African teenager Aqil Alibhai of Hyderabad Blackbirds clinched the Formula 4 Indian Championship title in Coimbatore on Sunday, capping a stellar season with six wins. Despite Bengaluru-based Ruhaan Alva of Shrachi Rarh Royal Bengal Tigers securing a grand double on the final day, Alibhai’s two podium finishes (P2 and P3) earned him enough points to seal the crown. Ruhaan finished second in the championship standings after a strong performance. Following the triumph, Alibhai said, “I wanted to finish the season with a win, but it was not to be. But I have had a good season, and I am very happy to win the championship. Going forward, let’s see where this success takes me.”
    Football

    India-Malaysia football rivalry heats up: Gachibowli stadium set for thrilling showdown

    India and Malaysia have clashed 32 times, making it the most frequent matchup for the Blue Tigers in international football, ahead of rivalries with Pakistan (29 matches) and Bangladesh (28 matches). Monday’s game at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium adds another chapter to this storied rivalry, where even friendly encounters are fiercely contested. Hyderabad: The India-Malaysia football rivalry goes a long way back. From their first meeting in 1957 friendly in Kuala Lumpur, where India emerged 3-0 winners thanks to PK Banerjee’s brace and a Tulsidas Balaram strike, until last year’s Merdeka Tournament clash in which Malaysia ran out 4-2 winners. The two sides have faced each other 32 times. That’s the most number of times India have played against any opponent in international football, followed by Pakistan (29 matches) and Bangladesh (28 matches). The game on Monday at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium will be yet another addition to this historic rivalry, where even…
    Cricket

    Pakistan’s fast bowler Shaheen Afridi reclaims top spot in ODI bowlers rankings

    Afridi’s recent performance in Pakistan’s victorious series against Australia, where he claimed eight wickets across three games at an impressive average of 12.62, helped propel him to the top spot once more Dubai: Pakistan’s premier fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has reclaimed the No.1 position in the ICC Men’s ODI Bowler Rankings, a spot he initially held during last year’s Cricket World Cup in India. Afridi’s recent performance in Pakistan’s victorious series against Australia, where he claimed eight wickets across three games at an impressive average of 12.62, helped propel him to the top spot once more. Afridi’s rise comes as part of a reshuffling in the rankings, with South Africa’s spinner Keshav Maharaj slipping to third and Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan maintaining his position at second. Afridi’s dominance on the field, combined with Pakistan captain Babar Azam’s leading spot in the ODI batting rankings, makes Pakistan the only team with the No.1-ranked player in…
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    ‘Wasn’t the nicest thing,’ says KL Rahul on animated chat with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenk during IPL 2024 

    LSG owner appeared visibly displeased after a match’s outcome and was seen engaged in an intense discussion with skipper Rahul along the boundary line at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium New Delhi:  India wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul has opened up on the animated chat between Lucknow Super Giants’ owner Sanjiv Goenka during the 2024 IPL when LSG were hammered by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). LSG were in a need of big win over SRH to qualfiy for the playoffs, but the team suffered a humiliating 10-wicket loss. Afterwards, LSG owner appeared visibly displeased after the match’s outcome and was seen engaged in an intense discussion with skipper Rahul along the boundary line at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. “As a team, we were all in shock because we were at the stage in that tournament where every game was very important. We had to win, I think, three out of five games or two out of the last…
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    Neeraj Chopra partners with Javelin legend Jan Zelezny as new coach

    “Growing up, I admired Jan’s technique and precision, often watching his videos. He dominated the sport for years, and I believe working with him will be invaluable. Our throwing styles are similar, and his expertise is unparalleled. It’s an honor to have Jan by my side as I aim for the next level in my career, and I can’t wait to begin,” said Chopra after the announcement. New Delhi: Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, on Saturday, announced the start of an exciting new chapter in his career, partnering with Javelin legend Jan Zelezny, who comes on board as his new coach. Jan Zelezny, a three-time Olympic and World champion and the current world record holder, has long been an idol to Chopra. “Growing up, I admired Jan’s technique and precision and spent a lot of time watching videos of him. He was the best in the sport for so many years,…
    Cricket

    Impressive run: Samson looking to make hay while the sun shines

    I made maximum utilisation of my current form you can say,” says the wicketkeeper after collecting his player of the match award following India’s 61-run win over South Africa in the first T20I Durban: In his last six competitive games, Sanju Samson has scored three hundreds, including one in the Duleep Trophy, and the inform India wicketkeeper batter is looking to make hay while the sun shines. Samson’s 107 off 50 balls against South Africa, his second T20I hundred in as many matches after his 111 against Bangladesh last month, has helped him to partially brush off the tag of an underperformer. “Really enjoyed my time out there in the middle. I made maximum utilisation of my current form you can say,” Samson said after collecting his player of the match award following India’s 61-run win over South Africa in the first T20I. Asked about the team’s gameplan, the Rajasthan Royals skipper spoke about intent. “The…
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    England-New Zealand Test series to be named after Graham Thorpe and Martin Crowe

    The trophy will be awarded to the winner of the Test series between England and New Zealand, a contest that dates back to the two nations’ first Test encounter in 1930 New Delhi: England is set to honour legendary batter Graham Thorpe by naming a new trophy for the Test series with New Zealand. It will be named after Thorpe and New Zealand batter Martin Crowe, a tribute to two of the most iconic batter from their respective nations. The trophy will be awarded to the winner of the Test series between England and New Zealand, a contest that dates back to the two nations’ first Test encounter in 1930. This initiative, expected to take effect in the upcoming series starting on November 28, aims to honour Crowe and Thorpe’s legacies, reported The Telegraph. Crowe, often considered New Zealand’s finest batter represented his country in 77 Tests from 1982 to 1995,…
    Cricket

    Harmanpreet makes it to 50-player shortlist for WBBL Team of the Decade

    The shortlist comprises cricketers who have played a minimum of 60 WBBL matches prior to this season Melbourne: Captain Harmanpreet Kaur is the lone entry from India in the 50-player shortlist for the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) Team of the Decade, which was released on Thursday. The shortlist comprises cricketers who have played a minimum of 60 WBBL matches prior to this season. The list will be pruned to 12 by a selection panel of experts after taking into account public voting. The public voting will be open between November 11-24 on the Big Bash App. The Team of the Decade will honour the greatest players from across the 10-year history of the WBBL. The selection panel is being chaired by Cricket Australia Director Clea Smith, and also includes Mel Jones, Lisa Sthalekar, Matthew Mott, Quentin Hull, Laura Jolly and Alistair Dobson. Public voting will be given equal importance and the panel will then review and…
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    Real Madrid’s knockout hopes dented in 3-1 loss to AC Milan

    The loss leaves Real Madrid with six points from its first four matches in the tournament. Up next is an away game against Liverpool at Anfield. Beyond the result, coach Carlo Ancelotti may be more concerned with his team’s poor performance, especially given they had the advantage of a rest over the weekend. Madrid: Real Madrid’s qualification for the knockout stage of the Champions League suffered a major setback as they were beaten 3-1 at home to AC Milan. The defeat leaves Real Madrid with six points from its first four matches in the tournament, with a visit to play Liverpool at Anfield next on the agenda, and more than the result, coach Carlo Ancelotti will be worried by a poor performance from his side, who had a rest at the weekend. The game was just 12 minutes old when Malick Thiaw put Milan ahead with a near-post finish from a…
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    Champions League: Luis Diaz hat-trick powers Liverpool to 4-0 win over Leverkusen

    A second-half goal surge on Tuesday night led the Reds to victory over Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga champions, securing 12 points from their first four league-phase matches. Diaz opened the scoring in the 61st minute and wrapped it up in stoppage time, while Cody Gakpo added to the tally with a header for the hosts’ second goal of the night. Liverpool: Luis Diaz fired in a hat-trick to help Liverpool beat Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 at Anfield and maintain their perfect start in the Champions League. A second-half flurry of goals on Tuesday night saw the Reds overcome Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga champions to take 12 points from their opening four matches in the league phase. Diaz opened the game’s scoring in the 61st minute and completed it in stoppage time, with Cody Gakpo also on the scoresheet by heading in the hosts’ second of the evening. Xabi Alonso’s Anfield return saw his Leverkusen side…

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      30 September
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      2nd Test: Bumrah takes three wickets as India bowls out Bangladesh for 233

      Bumrah made an early impact after the lunch session by dismissing Mehidy Hasan Miraz (20) following a brief cameo. Hasan hit some aggressive shots, including a boundary off Siraj, but ultimately fell to Bumrah, who induced an edge that was comfortably caught by Shubman Gill in the slips. Bumrah’s dominance continued as he clean-bowled Taijul Islam (5) with a superb delivery that jagged back into the batter and crashed into the stumps. Kanpur: The Day 4 of the second Test between India and Bangladesh saw Indian bowlers reassert control after two rain-affected days at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur as the host dismissed Bangladesh’s first innings for 233 in 73.2 overs in the second session. Bumrah struck early after the lunch session…

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      India vs Bangladesh: Heavy rain delays start of second day’s play

      The drizzle in the morning Saturday turned into heavy rain and there is a possibility that play won’t be possible until the final session of the day Kanpur: Heavy rain delayed the start of action on day two of the second Test between India and Bangladesh at the Green Park Stadium here Saturday. Bangladesh were 107 for 3 in their first innings at the end of the rain-curtailed opening day on Friday. Only 35 overs could be bowled on the opening day with India pacer Akash Deep accounting for two Bangladeshi batters. The drizzle in the morning Saturday turned into heavy rain and there is a possibility that play won’t be possible until the final session of the day. The two…

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    • 28 September
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      Bundesliga: Bayern seeks revenge in upcoming Leverkusen clash

      A few months into the 2024/25 season, things have improved for the Bavarians. Heading into Saturday evening’s match at the Munich arena, the momentum now favors the once-struggling 2020 treble winners. Berlin: On February 10, Bayern Munich seemed to have hit rock bottom as title rival Leverkusen was riding the wave beating the Bavarians 3-0. The one-sighted duel might have been the starting point for Leverkusen’s unprecedented journey to win the 2024 national title. A few months later in the 2024/25 season, things have changed for the better for the Bavarians. Ahead of Saturday evening’s encounter in the Munich arena, the momentum favours the struggling 2020 treble winner. Six victories in six games with 29 scored goals aside from only three conceived seem…

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    • 28 September
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      Uncapped Igor Jesus and Abner Santos named in Brazil’s squad for WC qualifiers

      Center-forward Igor earned a call-up for his consistent performances with Brazilian Serie A leaders Botafogo, while left-back Abner has impressed this season with French Ligue 1 side Lyon. Manager Dorival Junior also recalled Barcelona winger Raphinha, Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli, Juventus center-back Bremer, and Monaco full-back Vanderson. Rio de Janeiro: Uncapped pair Igor Jesus and Abner Santos were named in Brazil’s squad on Friday for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru. Center-forward Igor was rewarded for his consistent form with Brazilian Serie A leaders Botafogo while left-back Abner has impressed this season for French Ligue 1 outfit Lyon. Manager Dorival Junior also recalled Barcelona winger Raphinha, Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli, Juventus center-back Bremer and Monaco full-back Vanderson, reports…

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    • 27 September
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      Bangladesh’s skipper Shanto leads fight back as India’s Deep strikes early

      Looking to exploit the pace-friendly conditions, skipper Rohit Sharma opts to bowl, keeping all three pacers in the playing XI Kanpur: Pacer Akash Deep struck twice in overcast conditions to dismiss both openers but Bangladesh fought back through skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and reach 74 for two at lunch on the opening day of the second Test that had a delayed start due to wet outfield, here on Friday. Looking to exploit the pace-friendly conditions, skipper Rohit Sharma opted to bowl, keeping all three pacers in the playing XI. Deep (2/14) was impressive with his consistent length balls that bounced and moved away, not giving the batters much of a choice but to adopt a safe approach. Shanto (28 batting, 4s-6)…

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    • 27 September
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      India vs Bangladesh: Rain forces early end to play on Day 1 of second Test

      Bangladesh scored 33 runs and lost the wicket of skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (31) in the nine overs that could be bowled after lunch before the players walked off due to bad light. Kanpur: Heavy showers brought about an early end to play on the opening day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh with the visitors placed at 107 for 3 in their first innings here on Friday. Bangladesh scored 33 runs and lost the wicket of skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (31) in the nine overs that could be bowled after lunch before the players walked off due to bad light. Mushfiqur Rahim (6) and Mominul Haque (40) were at the crease during the break. The start of the…

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    • 26 September
      316

      Franchises go all out at Tennis Premier League season 6 auctions in Mumbai

      The star-studded evening brought together tennis legends Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi, and Sania Mirza, reuniting after years to promote the sport. Following four intense rounds of bidding with plenty of twists, the teams built highly competitive rosters, showcasing a diverse mix of talent from around the world. Mumbai: Ahead of the highly-anticipated Sixth Season of the Tennis Premier League (TPL), the eight franchises came out all guns blazing at the auctions at Sahara Star, Mumbai on Wednesday. The star-studded evening saw the presence of the tennis icons Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi, and Sania Mirza, who gathered together after many years to promote the sport. After an intense four rounds of bidding that saw plentiful twists and turns, all the teams assembled highly…

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    • 26 September
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      All eyes on Kohli, Rohit as India set to take on Bangladesh in second Test

      The duo’s bats remained silent in series-opener as Bangladesh pacers bowled probing lines on a supportive track and were rewarded Kanpur: India would want their big guns Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to fire when the mighty hosts aim for a clean sweep against a beleaguered Bangladesh in the second and final Test starting here on Friday. The all-round show of Ravichandran Ashwin, Shubman Gill‘s sublime hundred, Ravindra Jadeja’s quality batting and Rishabh Pant’s roaring comeback allowed India to script a comfortable victory in Chennai despite being put under pressure by the Bangladesh pacers on day one. The way India bounced back in the game reaffirmed their supremacy in Test cricket, especially at home where they are on course for a record extending 18th consecutive series win. Having made…

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    • 26 September
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      Shreyanka Patil set to shine in T20 WC, fueled by WPL experience and ‘dog-fight’ spirit

      After a day off, Shreyanka was back in action, sporting her signature pink hairband and ponytail, as she took 3-12 in the final to help RCB secure its first WPL title against Delhi Capitals in New Delhi. When asked about the origins of her competitive spirit on the field, the cheerful all-rounder shared her insights during an earlier conversation this month while shooting for the clothing brand QUA in New Delhi. New Delhi: After Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pulled off a stunning six-run win over Mumbai Indians in the 2024 Women’s Premier League (WPL) Eliminator, assistant coach Malolan Rangarajan lauded the ‘dog-fight’ spirit inside Shreyanka Patil to step up and win the game for the team with a match-turning spell of 2-16. After…

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    • 26 September
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      Carabao Cup: Arsenal defeats Bolton, Liverpool thumps West Ham to advance to round 4

      Declan Rice opened the scoring for Arsenal, followed by Ethan Nwaneri, who notched his first goal for the club in the first half. Nwaneri then received chants of “he’s one of our own” as he completed his brace. Although Aaron Collins scored for the visitors, Raheem Sterling answered back with his first goal for Arsenal, extending the lead to 4-1 in the second half, before Kai Havertz sealed the victory. New Delhi: Arsenal reached the Carabao Cup fourth round with a 5-1 win over Bolton Wanderers courtesy of a mixture of youth and experience. Declan Rice struck us into the lead and Ethan Nwaneri got his first goal for Arsenal in the first half, before the latter welcomed choruses of “he’s one of…

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