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    19-year-old Sam Konstas all set to make Test debut for Australia at MCG

    He will become the 468th Australian men’s Test cricketer to don the Baggy Green during the fourth Border-Gavaskar game on December 26 Melbourne: Teen batter Sam Konstas is set to make a dream debut at the MCG during the Boxing Day Test against India even as an injury cloud looms over prolific run-getter Travis Head, who suffered a quadriceps muscle strain during the third game at the Gabba. Konstas, 19, will become the 468th Australian men’s Test cricketer to don the Baggy Green during the fourth Border-Gavaskar game on December 26 after selector Tony Dodemaide informed him about his inclusion during training at the MCG here on Tuesday morning. Konstas will become the youngest Test debutant for Australia since 18-year-old Pat Cummins broke into the squad in 2011. “We wanted clarity for our batting unit before the team meeting,” Australia coach Andrew McDonald said ahead of the fourth Test with the series locked at 1-1. Dodemaide…
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    Hyderabad’s Trisha, Drithi in India’s U-19 WC squad

    The Women’s Selection Committee of the BCCI announced the squad to be led by Niki Prasad, while Sanika Chalke will be the vice-captain. The squad has two wicketkeepers Kamalini G and Bhavika Ahire, while three standby players, Nandhana S, Ira J and Anadi T, have also been included Hyderabad: Hyderabad cricketers G Trisha and Drithi Kesari have been named in the India Under-19 women’s cricket team, which will take part in the next year’s ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup to be played in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from January 18 to February 2. The Women’s Selection Committee of the BCCI announced the squad to be led by Niki Prasad, while Sanika Chalke will be the vice-captain. The squad has two wicketkeepers Kamalini G and Bhavika Ahire, while three standby players, Nandhana S, Ira J and Anadi T, have also been included. The 16 competing teams have been divided into four…
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    Arush picks up five wickets in HCA C Division One Day League Tournament

    Walker Town could only manage 110 in 31.4 overs as Arush (5/45) and Bala (3/11) wreaked havoc. Later, despite Ishan Puram’s efforts of 4/16, Walker Town fell short as Yadav Dairy reached the target in 39.2 overs with three wickets in hand Hyderabad: Arush’s fifer and Bala Trivikram’s three-wicket haul steered Yadav Dairy to a three-wicket win over Walker Town in the HCA C Division One Day League Tournament on Tuesday. Walker Town could only manage 110 in 31.4 overs as Arush (5/45) and Bala (3/11) wreaked havoc. Later, despite Ishan Puram’s efforts of 4/16, Walker Town fell short as Yadav Dairy reached the target in 39.2 overs with three wickets in hand. Brief Scores: HCA C Division One Day League: Walker Town 110 in 31.4 Overs (Arush 5/45, Bala Trivikram 3/11) lost to Yadav Dairy 111/7 in 39.2 (Likith Sagar 34 no, Ishan Puram 4/16); SN Group 302/4 in 43…
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    Telangana’s girls team lifts trophy in Sub Junior National Softball Championship

    In the final, the state team defeated Andhra Pradesh 5-2 to clinch the title Hyderabad: Telangana girls’ team emerged winners of the 37th Sub Junior National Softball Championship for Boys & Girls 2024-25 in Jammu on Tuesday. In the final, the state team defeated Andhra Pradesh 5-2 to clinch the title. Results: Final: Telangana 5 bt Andhra Pradesh 2.
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    Kohli and Smith will be dangerous and hungry: Shastri

    Part of the celebrated ‘Fab Four’ that also comprises Joe Root and Kane Williamson, both Kohli and Smith have endured struggles with the bat in recent times, though they have scored a century each in the first three Tests of the five-match series. Melbourne: They may not have been at their dominant best so far but Virat Kohli and Steve Smith will be “dangerous” and “hungry” for runs in the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, feels former India head coach Ravi Shastri. Part of the celebrated ‘Fab Four’ that also comprises Joe Root and Kane Williamson, both Kohli and Smith have endured struggles with the bat in recent times, though they have scored a century each in the first three Tests of the five-match series. “I think they (Kohli and Smith) will have slipped down the ranks on current form because you know you’ve got the likes of Root taking off, there’s Williamson…
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    Vinod Kambli in critical condition: Former Cricketer rushed to hospital after health crisis

    Kambli was recently in the news when he attended a memorial event for his mentor, Ramakant Achrekar, and was spotted struggling and sitting in a wheelchair. The former star spoke about his health battle, where he said that he had been suffering from a serious urine infection. He appreciated the support of his wife, children, and former teammate Ajay Jadeja, who visited him during his health scare. Hyderabad: Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, 52 years old, was admitted to Akriti Hospital in Thane. His health went drastically wrong over the weekend. Known for his cricketing feats and amiable rapport with Sachin Tendulkar, Vinod was admitted to a hospital at night on Saturday. As of now, doctors are optimistic about the former cricketer’s condition, stating he remains critical, and therefore, is continuously under close observation. Kambli was recently in the news when he attended a memorial event for his mentor, Ramakant Achrekar,…
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    Hyderabad: Naveen hits ton in Amberpet’s big win

    Batting first, Naveen’s knock (31×4, 1×6) and Sai Sandeep’s 76 powered Amberpet to 415/8 in 40 overs. Hyderabad: Naveen smashed a blistering 177 off 108 balls in Amberpet’s massive 247-run victory over Vijaynagar in the HCA C Division One Day League Championship on Monday. Batting first, Naveen’s knock (31×4, 1×6) and Sai Sandeep’s 76 powered Amberpet to 415/8 in 40 overs. In reply, Vijaynagar managed only 168/5 in their 40 overs, with Tajdar top-scoring with an unbeaten 60. Brief Scores: HCA C Division One Day League: Consult 264/6 in 44 overs (Karan 95, Trishul 82) bt Cosmos 135 in 19.4 overs (Eetesh 98 no, Sai Manish 3/39); Amberpet 415/8 in 40 overs (Naveen 177, Sai Sandeep 76, Anish 3/48) bt Vijaynagar 168/5 in 40 overs (Tajdar 60 no), Young Citizen 264/8 in 45 overs (Sarath 96, Dhruva 3/38) bt Swastik Union 111 in 38 overs (Sai Smaran 40, M Akash 3/24);…
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    Oakridge and Future Kids triumph in thrilling Basketball league finals in Hyderabad

    In the finals, Oakridge defeated Chirec International School 75-61 to win the boys’ title, while Future Kids overcame Delhi Public School 47-24 to emerge as champions in the girls’ final. Hyderabad: Oakridge International School and Future Kids clinched the boys’ and girls’ titles, respectively, in the Varsity Basketball School for Boys & Girls League Championship at Dream Basketball Academy, Madhapur, Hyderabad, on Sunday. In the finals, Oakridge defeated Chirec International School 75-61 to win the boys’ title, while Future Kids overcame Delhi Public School 47-24 to emerge as champions in the girls’ final. Results: Finals: Boys: Oakridge International School 75 bt Chirec International School 61; Girls: Future Kids 47 bt Delhi Public School 24; 3rd Place: Boys: Future Kids 57 bt Fiitjee 44; Girls: Phoenix Greens 50 bt Silver Oaks 36; Semifinals: Boys: Oakridge International School 74 bt Future Kids 57; Chirec International School 40 bt Fitjee 22; Girls: Future Kids 41…
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    India beat Bangladesh to lift inaugural Women’s U19 T20 Asia Cup

    Ayushi Shukla, Sonam Yadav and Parunika Sisodia spin web around Bangladesh batters, opener Trisha too shines Kuala Lumpur: Opener G Trisha made a doughty fifty before the left-arm troika of Ayushi Shukla, Sonam Yadav and Parunika Sisodia spun web around Bangladesh batters as India scored a 41-run win to emerge champions in the inaugural Women’s T20 U19 Asia Cup here on Sunday. On a spongy pitch, Trisha’s 52 off 47 balls (5×4, 2×6) guided India to 117 for seven, but Indian spinners cut through the Bangladesh line-up to bundle them out for 76 in 18.3 overs. The biggest partnership in Indian innings, in fact in the match itself, was between Trisha and her skipper Nikki Prasad — a 41-run alliance for the fourth wicket. India batters struggled against pacer Farjana Easmin, who took four wickets. Despite that, India were restricted to a below-par total, and Bangladesh seemed well on track for…
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    Boxing Day Test: Rohit, KL Rahul injured during practice session

    There has been no official statement from the BCCI or the Indian team about the status of both players after suffering injury scares Melbourne: Ahead of the Boxing Day Test against Australia, India skipper Rohit Sharma and opener KL Rahul suffered injury scares during the side’s practice session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday. While facing throwdowns, Rohit took a painful blow on the side of his left knee. Though he tried to continue his practice session, Rohit was forced to seek medical attention and was seen sitting on a chair, with his left knee being nursed by an ice pack for almost 25 minutes. If that wasn’t enough, Rahul also got hit on his right hand in the training session and needed immediate medical attention. There has been no official statement from the BCCI or the Indian team about the status of Rohit and Rahul after suffering injury scares. Seamer Akash Deep…

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      New Zealand win toss, opt to bat against India in third and final Test

      Pacer Siraj returns to the side in place of Bumrah, who has not fully recovered from his viral illness Mumbai: New Zealand skipper Tom Latham won the toss and elected to bat against India in the third and final Test here on Friday. Pacer Mohammed Siraj returned the side in place of Jasprit Bumrah, who has not fully recovered from his viral illness, in the only change to India’s playing XI. Having sealed the series 2-0, the visitors made two changes to their line-up. Left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner, who starred in the Pune Test with a 13-wicket match haul is out with a side strain. Leg spinner Ish Sodhi replaced Santner while pacer Matt Henry has come in for Tim Southee. India: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman…

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      India prioritise net practice ahead of BGT, not to play intra-squad match

      India scheduled to begin their tour of Australia with a closed-door warm-up match against the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led India A at the WACA in Perth from November 15 to 17 New Delhi: India have decided to cancel a planned three-day intra-squad match with the ‘A’ side during the upcoming Test tour of Australia as the team management wants to focus on additional net practice to prepare for the marquee five-match showdown starting November 22 in Perth. India were scheduled to begin their tour of Australia with a closed-door warm-up match against the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led India A at the WACA in Perth from November 15 to 17. India A are currently in Australia for an unofficial Test series. However, PTI has learnt that head coach Gautam Gambhir and…

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      ISL 2024-25: Mohun Bagan SG outclass Hyderabad FC

      Goals from Manvir Singh and Subhasish Bose in each half secured MBSG’s fourth win of the campaign. Hyderabad: In a festive-week showdown, Mohun Bagan Super Giant delivered a scintillating performance, defeating Hyderabad FC 2-0 in their Indian Super League 2024-25 clash at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad on Wednesday. Goals from Manvir Singh and Subhasish Bose in each half secured MBSG’s fourth win of the campaign, moving up to second in the ISL standings. Hyderabad FC started energetically, with Abdul Rabeeh making an early attempt from the right, only for his shot to miss the target. A free kick soon after presented an attacking chance for Hyderabad, but in a swift transition, Jamie Maclaren raced down the pitch for MBSG,…

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    • 31 October
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      Hyderabad to host India-Malaysia football friendly

      The match set to take place in GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad on November 18. New Delhi: Winless in three matches after chief coach Manolo Marquez took charge as head coach, the Indian men’s football team will play Malaysia in an international friendly in Hyderabad on November 18, national federation (AIFF) said on Wednesday. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) had last month announced that the match will be played on November 19 but did not specify the venue. On Wednesday, it advanced the match by a day and also announced the venue. “The FIFA Friendly match between India and Malaysia will be played on November 18, 2024, at Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad, Telangana,” the AIFF said. November 11-19 is the…

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      Williamson ruled out of final Test against India, may return with England series

      Head coach Gary Stead says Williamson made good progress, but the cautious approach would give him time to be fully fit for England series. Wellington: Kane Williamson will not travel to India for the third Test in Mumbai to ensure he is fit for the upcoming three-Test series against England, the New Zealand Cricket said on Tuesday. Williamson has been battling a groin complaint he picked up against Sri Lanka last month and hasn’t featured for the BlackCaps through their drought-breaking victories in the opening two matches of the series against India. “A cautious approach will instead be taken which will see Williamson continue his groin injury rehabilitation in New Zealand ahead of the first England Test starting at Hagley Oval on November 28,” it said…

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    • 28 October
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      Arsenal, Liverpool draw 2-2, Man City takes Premier League top spot

      In a heated clash, Bukayo Saka marked his return from an October international break injury by scoring the opening goal just nine minutes into the game. London: Arsenal and Liverpool battled it out for a frustrating 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. The result sees Manchester City attain the top spot in the Premier League table. In what can only be described as a fiery encounter, Bukayo Saka, making his first appearance after suffering an injury during the October international break, did not take long to open the account on the night as he scored the opening goal nine minutes into the game. Saka was fed an over the top ball by Ben White which he cut back onto…

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      Carlos Sainz claims third win in five races, Ferrari overtakes Red Bull for second

      The championship battle reached a fever pitch as McLaren’s Lando Norris labeled Red Bull’s Max Verstappen “dangerous” after a series of on-track clashes that earned Verstappen two time penalties. Despite the infractions, the reigning champion finished in sixth place, drawing criticism for aggressive maneuvers that highlighted some of the season’s most contentious moments. Mexico City: Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz cruised to a commanding victory, marking a third win in five races and intensifying the constructor’s battle as Ferrari leapfrogged Red Bull into second place at the Mexico City Grand Prix. It also brought the championship battle to a fever pitch as McLaren’s Lando Norris called Red Bull’s Max Verstappen “dangerous” after a series of on-track clashes led to two time penalties for…

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    • 28 October
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      Hockey India unveils 18-member women’s team for 2024 Asian Champions Trophy

      As defending champions, India enters the competition with high expectations after winning the title at last year’s event in Ranchi. The team will face tough competition from five other nations, including reigning Olympic silver medalists China, as well as Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand, in the quest for continental supremacy. New Delhi: Hockey India on Monday announced the restructured 18-member Indian women’s team squad for the eighth Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024. The tournament will be held from November 11 to 20 at the newly-developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar. As defending champions, India enter the competition with high expectations, having clinched the title at last year’s edition in Ranchi. The team will face stiff competition from five other nations, including…

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    • 28 October
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      Pak’s white-ball coach Gary Kirsten to step down over rift with PCB

      His decision to quit is down to a rift with red ball coach Jason Gillespie, and the PCB after the board decided to withdraw their selection powers Karachi: Pakistan’s white-ball coach Gary Kirsten is set to step down after developing a rift with the country’s cricket board within six months of being appointed, according to media reports. The 56-year-old, who coached India to victory at the 2011 ODI World Cup, was appointed by the PCB (Pakistan Cricket Board) in April end this year. According to ESPNCricinfo, his decision to quit is down to a rift with red ball coach Jason Gillespie, and the PCB after the board decided to withdraw their selection powers. Selection is now exclusively the domain of the selection committee. Kirsten is expected…

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      Harshit Rana, Nitish Reddy get their maiden call-up for Australia tour

      Mohammed Shami is not part of the squad while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been advised long-term rehabilitation for his groin injury New Delhi: Delhi speedster Harshit Rana and Andhra seam bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy have earned their maiden call-up in the 18-member Indian team led by Rohit Sharma for the upcoming five-Test series against Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India will look to defend the trophy during the rubber that starts from November 22 at Perth. However, pacer Mohammed Shami is not part of the squad while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been advised long-term rehabilitation for his groin injury. From the squad that was picked for the New Zealand series, Axar Patel has been dropped as off-spinner Washington Sundar, who has 11 wickets in his kitty…

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