It’s official! India vs Pakistan WCL semi-final called off; Pak advance to final

The highly anticipated semi-final clash between India Champions and Pakistan Champions in the World Championship of Legends has been cancelled. India Champions withdrew from the match, leading to Pakistan Champions advancing directly to the final. Pakistan will now await the winner of the South Africa Champions versus Australia Champions semi-final….

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Mhatre to lead India U19 in Australia; 14-yr-old Suryavanshi retains spot

Ayush Mhatre will captain India U19 in Australia, starting September 21, for a multi-format tour. The squad includes 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, known for his impressive performances in England. The team will play three Youth ODIs and two multi-day games, carrying forward the core group that excelled in England, where Mhatre…

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‘Bharat mata ki jai’: India stand firm, refuse to face Pakistan in WCL semifinal

The Yuvraj Singh-led India Champions have refused to play Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends semifinals, mirroring their earlier group-stage boycott. This decision, supported by legends like Shikhar Dhawan and Harbhajan Singh, stems from the Pahalgam terror attack. An insider emphasised the team’s unwavering commitment to the nation, echoing…

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Six investors finalise The Hundred deal with ECB; two more to sign up in Oct

The England and Wales Cricket Board has finalised deals with “six strategic partners” for The Hundred, injecting over £500 million into English and Welsh cricket, including £50 million for grassroots development. These partnerships mark a historic moment, making The Hundred the first UK sports competition to secure franchise partnerships of…

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Jasprit Bumrah IN or OUT? Shubman Gill gives crucial update

Will Jasprit Bumrah play in the crucial fifth Test against England at The Oval? Skipper Shubman Gill remained tight-lipped, citing a green wicket as a factor. Bumrah’s form dipped in the drawn Manchester Test, with his pace noticeably reduced. Despite this, he remains a key bowler, tied with Siraj for…

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IND vs ENG | ‘Uneven gaps’: Stokes slams scheduling after injury rules him out

Ben Stokes’ shoulder injury sidelines him for the final Test against India, prompting him to criticise the series’ demanding schedule and inconsistent gaps between matches. Stokes emphasised the physical and mental toll on both teams. He addressed the handshake controversy and praised the series’ competitive spirit, while also commenting on…

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IND vs ENG XI: Stokes out! England make big changes to playing XI

Ben Stokes’ shoulder injury forces him to miss the final Test against India, leading to four changes in England’s playing XI. Ollie Pope will take over the captaincy, while Ollie Pope will be the stand-in captain. Jacob Bethell, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, and Josh Tongue are included, aiming to bolster…

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Exclusive: ‘I took inspiration from Milkha, Mary Kom movie songs’ – Divya

Speaking exclusively with TOI from Batumi airport in Georgia, Divya talked at length and shared her thoughts on how it feels to be a Grandmaster, how she turned things around in her favour and the favourite dress she wore during all her tiebreak games to script history. …

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‘Security protocol’: Why Divya played World Cup-winning move inside empty venue

Divya Deshmukh made history by winning the FIDE Women’s World Cup in Batumi. The 19-year-old defeated Grandmaster (GM) Koneru Humpy in a tense tie-break. Spectators were absent during the final moments due to FIDE regulations. Divya’s victory marks a significant moment for Indian women’s chess. She also became India’s 88th…

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