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Will Markram overcome his poor run of form in 3rd T20I between South Africa-Australia?

Cairns [Australia]. August 16 (ANI): As South Africa plays Australia in a crucial decider third T20I, all eyes will be on skipper Aiden Markram to overcome his barren run of form, not having hit a half-century since October 2022. The series between Australia and South Africa is currently level at 1-1. Markram has not performed […]

Cricket: Bob Simpson dies at 89 – who was the legendary Australian? | Cricket News

Australian cricket has lost one of its great figures with the passing of former captain and coach Bob Simpson at the age of 89. Cricket Australia confirmed the news on Saturday. Simpson was a central figure in the game for decades. He played 62 Tests for Australia between 1957 and 1978, scoring 4,869 runs at […]

Elena Rybakina stuns world no. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in Cincinnati Open 2025 clash; set to face Iga Swiatek in semifinals

The 2025 Cincinnati Open delivered a major upset as Elena Rybakina defeated world no. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a commanding straight-sets victory in the quarterfinals. Rybakina’s dominant performance showcased her ability to challenge the best, advancing her to the semifinals. Aryna Sabalenka’s year so far Aryna Sabalenka has been a force in women’s tennis throughout […]

Martin Odegaard to stay Arsenal captain after team vote, confirms Mikel Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended Martin Odegaard’s captaincy after club legend Tony Adams suggested Declan Rice should take over the armband. Adams, a former Gunners skipper and one of the most iconic figures in the club’s history, believes Rice’s performances last season made him a natural leader for the side. The England midfielder played […]

Asia Cup: Rinku Singh’s spot under threat as selectors face tough calls

The Indian squad for the Asia Cup T20, to be announced on Tuesday, could present a tricky challenge for Ajit Agarkar’s selection panel, with some tough calls expected. While Indian Test skipper Shubman Gill’s place and designation in the squad remain a hot talking point, the position of Rinku Singh in the 15-member squad is […]

Historic! 21-year-old Jacob Bethell on brink of breaking 136-year-old England cricket record | Cricket News

Jacob Bethell (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) England batter Jacob Bethell is set to create history by becoming England men’s cricket team’s youngest skipper at age 21, surpassing a record that has remained intact for 136 years.He will captain England’s T20 squad in three matches against Ireland in Dublin.The record for England’s youngest captain was […]

Chennai Grandmasters chess | Champion Keymer remains unbeaten; Pranesh clinches Challengers crown

Say chess! Pranesh and Keymer will be elated with their triumphant campaigns. | Photo Credit: B. VELANKANNI RAJ German Vincent Keymer capped a memorable triumph in the Quantbox Chennai Grandmasters chess tournament 2025 with a convincing win in the final round of the Masters section over American GM Ray Robson here on Friday. As unstoppable […]

‘It’s going to be tricky to get in there’: Steve Smith wants to make Australia squad for 2028 Olympics | Cricket News

Steve Smith (Agency Photo) Australian cricket star Steve Smith has expressed his thoughts about qualifying for the T20I squad in the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, acknowledging the challenges ahead.Cricket is making its return to the Olympics after a long absence of 128 years, with its last appearance dating back to 1900. Smith, who will […]

MS Dhoni’s seven-word message: ‘Consider me as retired’ | Cricket News

MS Dhoni (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Five years ago, on this day, India’s legendary captain and wicketkeeper MS Dhoni bid farewell to international cricket, drawing the curtains on a career that transformed the landscape of Indian cricket. At exactly 7:29 pm on August 15, 2020, Dhoni stunned the cricketing world with a brief Instagram […]

Who is Terence Atmane? World No. 136, without sponsor and agent, reaches Cincinnati Masters semifinal

No clothing sponsor, no shoe sponsor, no agent, but plenty of belief. French qualifier Terence Atmane has turned the odds on their head at the Cincinnati Masters, marching into the semi-finals with a fearless brand of tennis that has seen him topple some of the game’s biggest names. The 23-year-old left-hander, ranked 136 in the […]