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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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      26 October
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      India lose first series at home in 12 years, New Zealand complete historic win

      If the hosts endured their first defeat after 18 consecutive Test series victories, New Zealand celebrated their first ever series-victory on the Indian soil in nearly 70 years. Pune: India crashed to their first Test series defeat at home in 12 years with Mitchel Santner yet again exposing their frailties against quality spin bowling as the crushing 113-run defeat in the second match enervated the team’s pole position in the World Test Championship. If the hosts endured their first defeat after 18 consecutive Test series victories, New Zealand celebrated their first ever series-victory on the Indian soil in nearly 70 years. The Kiwis have been travelling to this part of the world since 1955 but Black Caps could never break the Indian…

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    • 25 October
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      2nd Test: Tom Latham’s 37 not out helps NZ extend lead to 188

      After India fell behind by 103 runs, it was no surprise that they opened with spin from both ends. However, New Zealand maintained a positive batting approach, taking singles to keep the scoreboard ticking, effectively using their footwork, and capitalizing on any opportunities for boundaries. Pune: Captain Tom Latham looked solid in his 37 not out as New Zealand stretched their lead to 188 at tea after left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner’s career-best spell of 7-53 bowled out India for 156 on day two of second Test at the MCA Stadium on Friday. After India conceded a lead of 103 runs, it wasn’t a surprise to see them start with spin from both ends. But New Zealand were positive in their batting approach –…

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    • 24 October
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      Washington Sundar picks up seven wickets as India bowl out NZ for 259

      Picked in the playing eleven ahead of Kuldeep Yadav, Washington repaid the faith shown in him by the team management with career-best figures in his fifth Test. Pune: Off-spinner Washington Sundar took seven wickets as India dismissed New Zealand for 259 on day one of the second Test here on Thursday. Picked in the playing eleven ahead of Kuldeep Yadav, Washington repaid the faith shown in him by the team management with career-best figures in his fifth Test. New Zealand’s last seven wickets fell for 62 runs. Brief scores: New Zealand 259 all out in 79.1 overs (Devon Conway 76, Rachin Ravindra 65; Washington Sundar 7/59, R Ashwin 3/64).

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    • 24 October
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      2nd Test: Washington, Ashwin strike as New Zealand reach 201/5 at tea

      Resuming at 92/2 after lunch, Devon Conway reached his fifty with a sharp cover drive off Jasprit Bumrah. He then took advantage of Bumrah’s wide deliveries, punching off the back foot and using a late bat angle to hit consecutive boundaries. Pune: Ravichandran Ashwin took his third wicket of the innings while Washington Sundar picked two scalps in the last three overs of an engrossing second session as New Zealand reached 201/5 in 62 overs at tea on day one of the second Test against India at the MCA Stadium here on Thursday. Resuming from 92/2 in the post-lunch session, Devon Conway started with a cracking cover drive off Jasprit Bumrah to get his fifty. He then capitalised on width from Bumrah’s…

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    • 24 October
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      Second Test: NZ to bat against India; Siraj, KL Rahul, Kuldeep dropped

      Mohammed Siraj, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav made way for Akash Deep, Washington Sundar and Shubman Gill Pune: New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat against India in the second Test of the three-match series here on Thursday. New Zealand made one change to their playing eleven bringing in left-arm spinner Mitchell Santer in place of injured pacer Matt Henry. India made three changes to the side which featured in Bengaluru. Mohammed Siraj, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav made way for Akash Deep, Washington Sundar and Shubman Gill. New Zealand lead the series 1-0. Teams:  New Zealand: Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell(w), Glenn Phillips, Tim Southee, Mitchell Santner, Ajaz Patel, William ORourke. India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma…

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    • 24 October
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      Paris Masters: Defending champion Djokovic pulls out of tournament

      I have a lot of great memories winning seven titles there and hope to be back with you next year, says the player Paris: Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters, organisers said . The 37-year-old Djokovic played at the Six Kings Slam exhibition last week. Organisers did not give a reason for Djokovic’s withdrawal. The former top-ranked player said in an Instagram post he is “sorry to everyone who was hoping to see me play there.” “I have a lot of great memories winning seven titles there and hope to be back with you next year,” he added. Djokovic has won a record seven titles at the Paris indoor tournament. His decision not to play could jeopardise his chances to qualify…

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    • 24 October
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      Brett Lee says Bumrah, Siraj & Shami will be key to India’s win against Aus

      Mohammed Siraj gets that new ball to talk and when he presents that seam upright, he gets it shape away, says the former Australian pacer New Delhi: Australia’s fast-bowling great Brett Lee said if India wish to win this year’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, they need pacers Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and a recovering Mohammed Shami in top form. While Bumrah and Siraj have been consistently turning out for India, Shami has not played competitive cricket since last year’s ODI World Cup at home due to recovering from an Achilles tendon injury, which needed surgery in London this year. Shami, who had a strapping on his left knee when bowling in a session after India lost the Bengaluru Test to New Zealand by eight wickets, is likely to feature first in Ranji Trophy to…

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    • 24 October
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      Pune Test: Ashwin bags 2 wickets as NZ reach 92/2 at lunch on Day 1

      Devon Conway looked assured against a three-pronged Indian spin attack to reach 47 not out with Rachin Ravindra batting on five at other end Pune: Ravichandran Ashwin snared two wickets in the first session but New Zealand negated the Indian spinners deftly on a slow and spin-friendly surface to reach 92/2 at lunch on day one of the second Test here on Thursday. Devon Conway looked assured against a three-pronged Indian spin attack to reach 47 not out (108 balls, 5x4s) with the dangerous Rachin Ravindra batting on five at the other end. It only took just seven overs to determine that spinners would play a key role in the game Ashwin vindicated providing the first breakthrough on his fifth ball. Ashwin got drift and turn…

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    • 24 October
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      Ashwin becomes leading wicket-taker in World Test Championship history

      Ashwin achieved the milestone in the opening session of Day 1 after dismissing New Zealand captain Tom Latham, opener Will Young Pune: India’s star all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin became the highest wicket-taker in the history of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) during the second Test against New Zealand at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune on Thursday. Ashwin achieved the milestone in the opening session of Day 1 after dismissing New Zealand captain Tom Latham, opener Will Young. With these three wickets, Ashwin moved to 189 wickets in 39 matches in the WTC history from 2019 to 2024, surpassing Australia’s Nathan Lyon, who had 187 wickets in 43 Tests. Australia’s Test captain Pat Cummins is in third place with 175 wickets in 42 matches. India…

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    • 23 October
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      Pant overtakes Kohli in ICC Test batting rankings; Yashasvi Jaiswal enters top 10

      New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra enters top 20 list in the same category New Delhi: India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has overtaken his team-mate and former captain Virat Kohli in the ICC Test batting rankings, while New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra enters top 20 list in the same category. Pant made scores of 20 and 99 in the first Test against New Zealand at Bengaluru, and that has propelled him to jump three places to sixth place in the latest update to rankings for Test batters, and go past Kohli, who is now at joint eighth position. England batter Joe Root maintains a healthy lead at the top of the rankings, with trio Yashasvi Jaiswal  at third spot  joining Pant and Kohli as the only players from…

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