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CT Digest: Australia in semis; SA eye last four as rain dents Afghan's hopes

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Persistent rain in Lahore ended the Australia vs Afghanistan match without result, advancing Australia to the semi-finals. Afghanistan's semi-final hopes hinge on England defeating South Africa decisively. South Africa aim to secure their spot with a win over England, while India and New Zealand will compete in Dubai to determine Group A seeding. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/kopIdjb

When and where to watch SA vs ENG in Champions Trophy 2025

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South Africa aim to secure a semifinal berth in the Champions Trophy against an already eliminated England. Key players like Ryan Rickelton and Temba Bavuma are in form, bolstering the Proteas' chances. Despite their inconsistency, they hold a strong position. Meanwhile, England look to finish their campaign positively despite recent struggles. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/1xEBfat

'Very hard on Rishabh ...': India coach on Rahul vs Pant selection headache

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Ahead of India's crucial ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash against New Zealand, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the team’s wicketkeeping choice between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant. While Rahul has performed well in key moments, ten Doeschate emphasised the importance of keeping Pant ready. Rahul admitted to feeling the pressure with Pant waiting in the wings. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/VWLKRcw

'Weren't expecting such over-reliance': Ryan highlights impacts of India spinners

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Ryan ten Doeschate, India's assistant coach, admitted the unexpected reliance on spin in the ICC Champions Trophy, highlighting spin-friendly Dubai pitches and their impact on scoring trends. Emphasising adaptability, he noted competitive scores around 280-290. Ryan also spoke on gaining player trust and consistent communication within the coaching team led by Gautam Gambhir. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/gBMqUjt

West Ham beat Leicester 2-0, pushing Foxes closer to relegation

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Leicester's relegation fears increased with a 2-0 loss to West Ham, who climbed to 15th place. Goals from Tomas Soucek and an own goal by Jannik Vestergaard secured West Ham's win. Leicester slumps to 19th place, five points from safety, making their relegation to the Championship increasingly likely. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/PGbcY6q

CT Digest: Afghanistan face Australia with eye on semis; Pakistan finish last

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Afghanistan aim for a historic Champions Trophy semi-final berth with a win against Australia in Lahore. Fresh from their victory over England, Afghanistan's confidence is high. Star batter Ibrahim Zadran's performance will be crucial. Meanwhile, Pakistan's title defense ends in disappointment after their match against Bangladesh was washed out, finishing last in Group A. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/JwNqbeP

'Team gets disturbed': Rizwan on major reason behind Pak's CT debacle

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Pakistan's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 journey ended disappointingly as their match against Bangladesh was rained out. Captain Mohammad Rizwan cited injuries to key players like Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman as a major factor in their poor performance and emphasized the need for improvement in domestic cricket for future success. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/SwR0eTi

WPL 2025: Gardner's show propels GG to 6-wicket win RCB

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Ashleigh Gardner's brilliant 58 off 31 balls and economical bowling of 1/22 led Gujarat Giants to a six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Women's Premier League. The Giants restricted RCB to 125/7, with key bowling performances from Deandra Dottin and Tanuja Kanwar. Gardner's aggressive batting ensured an easy chase in 16.3 overs. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/ucq0Soz

WPL: Nat Sciver-Brunt stars as MI beat UPW by 8 wickets to go top

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Nat Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 75 led Mumbai Indians to their third consecutive win in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025, defeating UP Warriorz by eight wickets. Sciver-Brunt's career-best bowling figures of 3-18 restricted Warriorz to 142/9. Her formidable partnership with Hayley Matthews, who scored 59, was pivotal in securing the chase with three balls to spare. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/aRlEs91

Big events do not bog Ravindra down, says his mentor Sriram

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Rachin Ravindra shines for New Zealand with a crucial century in the Champions Trophy, showcased his calm approach under pressure. His ability to handle spin, highlighted by his performance in India, will be tested against India's spin-heavy attack in the upcoming match in Dubai. Coach Sriram Krishnamurthy praises Rachin's resilience and mental strength post-injury. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/QGPUToZ

Ex-Pakistan cricketer hails India for producing quality bowlers

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Former Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria commended India's bowling talent development, highlighting players like Sai Kishore and fast bowlers such as Mayank Yadav and Umran Malik. Kaneria noted that India's focus on basics at academies like MRF Pace Academy is producing great talent consistently. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/OiQ2KhT

CT: Former India cricketer questions PCB after washout in Rawalpindi

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Rain forced the cancellation of the ICC Champions Trophy match between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi after the field was not fully covered. Mohammad Kaif criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board for mismanagement of ICC funds. Both teams shared points, with South Africa leading Group B. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/pLSobYO

WPL: All-round Delhi Capitals ease past Gujarat Giants to grab top spot

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Delhi Capitals achieved a convincing six-wicket victory over Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League, led by Shafali Verma's 44 and Jess Jonassen's unbeaten 61. Successfully chasing 127 in 15.1 overs, a 74-run stand between Verma and Jonassen was pivotal. Earlier, Delhi's bowlers restricted Gujarat to 127, spearheaded by Marizanne Kapp, Shikha Pandey, and Annabel Sutherland. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/XNqgso6

CT: Australia, South Africa set for run fest in Rawalpindi

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Australia and South Africa, two strong batting teams, face off in Rawalpindi on Tuesday for a spot in the Champions Trophy semifinals. Despite missing key bowlers, Australia impressed with their historic chase against England. South Africa's Ryan Rickleton is confident after his century against Afghanistan, while Kagiso Rabada leads their potent pace attack. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/iNV4vgZ

CT: Rachin Ravindra relishes return after freak accident

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New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra made a triumphant return from a bizarre on-field injury, scoring a match-winning 112 in a victory over Bangladesh to secure a spot in the Champions Trophy semi-finals. His crucial partnership with Tom Latham helped eliminate Bangladesh and Pakistan from the competition. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/HTqX7s1

UP Warriorz beat RCB in WPL's first-ever Super Over

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Sophie Ecclestone's all-around brilliance led UP Warriorz to a thrilling victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the first-ever Super Over of the Women's Premier League. Ecclestone's 33 off 19 balls and excellent bowling helped her team tie the match before sealing the win in the Super Over, giving up only four runs against RCB's nine-run target. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/WhgAT4Z

NZ, India book Champions Trophy semis berth; hosts Pakistan knocked out

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Rachin Ravindra's brilliant century helped New Zealand secure a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy, confirming semifinal spots for both India and New Zealand while eliminating Pakistan and Bangladesh. Michael Bracewell's impressive four-wicket haul limited Bangladesh to 236, with Ravindra and Tom Latham leading New Zealand's successful chase. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/DW6SFQC

Virat Kohli is always hungry for runs: Shreyas Iyer

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India secured a crucial victory against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy, boosting their semifinal chances. Shreyas Iyer's pivotal 56 runs and Kohli's century were key contributors. Iyer praised the team's strategy and spinners' performance while dismissing injury concerns for Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/2IjdcNW

'Hindustan Zindabad': Social media goes crazy after India's win

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India's emphatic six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy, highlighted by Virat Kohli’s unbeaten ton, sparked joy on social media. Kohli surpassed 14,000 ODI runs, leading India to a win with 45 balls to spare. Fans and celebrities celebrated the triumph, while Pakistan face an uncertain path ahead in the tournament. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/acQNskr

For India and Pakistan, a lot has changed since 2017 final

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India face a grudge match against Pakistan in the upcoming game, with memories of the 2017 Champions Trophy final still vivid. The conditions in Dubai are favorable for India, who have a strong spin lineup, while Pakistan's pace attack is less formidable without Mohammed Amir. India's form and conditions make Pakistan the clear underdogs. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/2E3eT4W

CT: India eye semis spot, Pakistan aim for survival as rivalry resumes

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India, coming off a strong win against Bangladesh, faces Pakistan in a crucial Champions Trophy match. With Shubman Gill in exceptional form and Mohammed Shami regaining his prowess, India seems poised for victory. Pakistan, struggling with key injuries and a recent loss to New Zealand, must win this game to stay in the tournament. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/ZC0rBOu

Champions Trophy: Inglis' maiden ton trumps Duckett's 165 as Australia ace record chase

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Josh Inglis's first ODI century propelled Australia to a record run chase, surpassing England's 351 with 15 balls to spare in the Champions Trophy Group B match. Inglis's aggressive 86-ball 101 and key partnerships with Alex Carey and Marnus Labuschagne anchored the successful chase. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/X79SynR

WPL 2025: Grace Harris' final-over hat-trick sinks Delhi Capitals

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UP Warriorz Women defeated Delhi Capitals Women by 33 runs in the Women's Premier League 2025 thanks to Chinelle Henry's 62 runs and Kranti Goud’s 4-wicket haul. Grace Harris delivered a hat-trick in the final over. Despite early pressure, UP posted 177-9 and bowled out Delhi for 144, securing their first victory. from Sports News: Live Scores, Latest Updates on Cricket, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MMA, F1 & More https://ift.tt/Eq7MsX9

Team without borders: The all-time India-Pakistan ODI dream XI

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India and Pakistan cricket rivalry shaped some of the most memorable moments in ODIs through the 1980s, 90s, and early 2000s. The fantasy XI includes legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Imran Khan, and Wasim Akram, celebrating those who had the most significant impact in these head-to-head encounters. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/gYXEiD5

Champions Trophy: England face depleted Ashes rivals Australia

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England and Australia face off in the Champions Trophy opener, with both teams looking to recover from recent ODI setbacks. Key players are missing for Australia, while England aims to leverage their pace attack and proven batsmen for a strong start in the tournament. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/msGRjBo

MS Dhoni: I need to put in 6-8 months of hard work for IPL

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MS Dhoni, 43, remains committed to the Indian Premier League, feeling capable of rigorous training for six to eight months to perform at the highest level. Despite retiring from international cricket, Dhoni's dedication to fitness and the game continues as he leads Chennai Super Kings, emphasizing the importance of effort and enjoyment. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/e1HCwyI

WPL: Ellyse Perry's 81 in vain as MI beat RCB by four wickets

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Harmanpreet Kaur and Amanjot Kaur led Mumbai Indians to a thrilling four-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a Women's Premier League match. Notable contributions came from Ellyse Perry for RCB and crucial partnerships during MI's chase ensured their win. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/0pbXPr6

Mohammed Shami shows his wicket-taking knack is alive

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Mohammed Shami's five-wicket haul against Bangladesh in India's Champions Trophy opener highlighted his continued wicket-taking prowess, especially in ICC tournaments. Shami, who overcame a year-long recovery following an injury, became India's highest wicket-taker in 50-over ICC events, surpassing Zaheer Khan's record. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/SUPK06q

Champions Trophy: Action shifts to Group B after India's dominating win

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India launched their pursuit of another ICC title with a commanding six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Dubai. Shubman Gill's unbeaten century (101 not out) and Mohammed Shami's five-wicket haul (5 for 53) were instrumental in India's success. Despite the win, though, India remain second in Group A, behind New Zealand on net run-rate. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/SchEl8R

'One of my most satisfying innings,' says centurion Shubman Gill

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Shubman Gill's unbeaten 101 guided India to an easy six-wicket win over Bangladesh in their Champions Trophy opener. Gill described the knock as one of his most satisfying and acknowledged the importance of staying till the end to secure the victory. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/32OghEP

CT Digest: India open campaign after Pakistan's sorry start

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With the Champions Trophy format allowing little room for error, India's big stars, led by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, face Bangladesh in their opening Group-A match in Dubai. Hosts Pakistan, meanwhile, opened the tournament with a defeat against New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday and will face India on February 23 in a must-win game. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/k80uFjl

Lanning, Sutherland guide DC to seven-wicket win over UP

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Captain Meg Lanning's stellar 69 off 49 balls led Delhi Capitals to a seven-wicket victory over UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League (WPL). Chasing 166, Lanning was supported by Annabel Sutherland's unbeaten 41 and Marizanne Kapp's 19 not out. Despite Kiran Navgire’s explosive 51, UP Warriorz’s total proved insufficient against Delhi's strong batting performance. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tjL6bRG

Bayern dump Celtic to enter Champions League last-16, Milan exit

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Bayern Munich secured their place in the Champions League's last 16 with a late goal against Celtic, while AC Milan was eliminated following a draw with Feyenoord. Club Brugge and Benfica also progressed to the next round, overcoming Atalanta and Monaco respectively. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/XDxJedI

Djokovic's return to court sees early exit from Qatar Open

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Novak Djokovic's return from injury ended with a defeat against Matteo Berrettini at the Qatar Open, as the Italian won 7-6 (7/4), 6-2. Djokovic admitted he was outplayed despite being pain-free. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/zQTjRg4

Champions Trophy: Take a look at jerseys of 8 teams

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The Champions Trophy begins today with Pakistan facing New Zealand in Karachi. The tournament, last held in 2017, has the defending champions hosting the event. Matches will take place across three cities in Pakistan, while the Indian team is set up in Dubai after their refusal to travel to Pakistan. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/KCRaP6w

WPL: Sciver-Brunt leads MI to five-wicket win over GG

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Nat Sciver-Brunt's stellar performance in both batting and bowling led the Mumbai Indians to a five-wicket win against Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League. Sciver-Brunt claimed two wickets and scored 57 runs off 39 balls. Key contributions by teammates further restricted Gujarat Giants to 120 runs, securing an easy chase for Mumbai. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/DMjh9qR

Barcelona top La Liga standings after narrow win over Rayo Vallecano

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Barcelona reached the top of La Liga after defeating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 with a Robert Lewandowski penalty. This victory came following recent draws by Madrid clubs. Barcelona had been behind by seven points just weeks earlier. The match featured strong performances by both teams and ended Rayo’s 10-match unbeaten streak. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/1i8DyOv

Champions Trophy: Morne Morkel returns home due to personal emergency

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India bowling coach Morne Morkel has left the team's camp in Dubai due to a personal emergency, ahead of the Champions Trophy. Morkel attended India's practice sessions but missed the latest one. It's uncertain if he will return. The Indian team now has a break and plans to train on February 19 before their match against Bangladesh. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/s3op2tl

Team India stars unveil Champions Trophy jersey in Dubai - See Pics

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The BCCI has released Team India's official jerseys for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, featuring star players including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The Indian squad will miss Jasprit Bumrah due to injury, with Harshit Rana named as his replacement. India will start their campaign against Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/0xgBaH9

WPL: Mandhana, Renuka shine as RCB demolish Delhi Capitals

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Smriti Mandhana's explosive 81 off 47 balls and a solid 107-run stand with Danni Wyatt-Hodge propelled RCB to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the Women's Premier League. Renuka Singh and Georgia Wareham led RCB's strong bowling performance, dismissing Delhi for 141. RCB now leads the league with two wins in two matches. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/x4eGw8Y

'Will be one-sided': Ex-cricketer calls India vs Pak an 'overhyped' clash

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Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh downplays the hype around the upcoming India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy, asserting India's superiority due to their stronger squad. He highlights India's key players' form and Pakistan's inconsistency, predicting a one-sided match. Harbhajan also sees Afghanistan as potential strong contenders in the tournament. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/GAn2RlL

Tottenham beat Man United in battle of Premier League strugglers

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Tottenham's 1-0 win over Manchester United, thanks to James Maddison's early goal, lifted Spurs to 12th place and eased pressure on manager Postecoglou. Manchester United, plagued by injuries and lacking offensive punch, slipped to 15th. Fans protested against Tottenham's chairman Levy, demanding change. Key players returned for Spurs, while United struggled with a youthful bench. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/CW39ov4

India at CT: Special delivery for Kohli, Arshdeep enters zen mode

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Virat Kohli and the Indian cricket team engaged in their first training session in Dubai ahead of the Champions Trophy. Despite an intense practice, Kohli maintained his routine by arranging a post-session meal. A concerning moment arose when a Pandya slash injured Rishabh Pant's knee, but he continued to bat with determination. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tnmjd9v

WPL: All-round Gardner powers Giants to six-wicket win over Warriorz

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Ashleigh Gardner's all-round performance led Gujarat Giants to a six-wicket victory against UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League. Gardner's contributions with 2 for 39 in bowling and a swift 32-ball 52 in batting were pivotal. Priya Mishra's 3 for 25 and essential partnerships propelled Gujarat to chase down 143 with two overs remaining. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/FRtYEU3

Smith expresses surprise as spinner Kuhnemann's bowling action flagged

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Australian cricket star Steve Smith expressed confidence that spinner Matt Kuhnemann will pass biomechanical tests on his bowling action despite being reported during a Test match against Sri Lanka. Despite surprise and confusion from Australian officials, Kuhnemann is set to undergo testing within 10 days and remains eligible for domestic cricket. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/y1F2Pmh

Winning Champions Trophy is more important than beating India: Pakistan vice-captain

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Salman Ali Agha, vice-captain of the Pakistan cricket team, highlights the significance of winning the Champions Trophy over simply beating India. He expresses confidence in Pakistan's ability to secure the title. Acknowledging the excitement of the India-Pakistan clash, Salman emphasises focusing on the bigger goal of lifting the Champions Trophy. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/bA1n0yU

Arsenal close gap on leaders Liverpool, Marmoush treble lifts Man City

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Arsenal's Mikel Merino scored twice in the final minutes to secure a 2-0 win over Leicester, narrowing the gap with Premier League leaders Liverpool. Meanwhile, Omar Marmoush's hat-trick led Manchester City to a 4-0 victory against Newcastle. Other notable results included wins for Bournemouth, Everton, and Brentford, while Nottingham Forest and Ipswich faced setbacks. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/LshcTOr

WPL: Delhi Capitals edge past Mumbai Indians in thrilling two-wicket win

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Delhi Capitals secured a two-wicket win against Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League. Chasing 165, Delhi reached the target on the last ball, with Shafali Verma and Niki Prasad making notable contributions. Shikha Pandey led the bowling attack with crucial wickets. Despite Nat Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 80, Mumbai fell short, bowled out for 164. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/2FuyjHc

Smith optimistic about Australia's Champions Trophy prospects

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Australia's stand-in captain Steve Smith remains optimistic about their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 chances despite a 2-0 ODI series loss to Sri Lanka. Missing key players, the team struggled but Smith praised the new bowlers and expressed confidence in their spin options for Pakistan. He also supported Jake Fraser-McGurk, confident in the young batsman's potential. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/bzOd5g2

ISPL: Srinagar Ke Veer beat Falcon Risers Hyderabad to reach final

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Srinagar Ke Veer reached the ISPL season 2 final by defeating Falcon Risers Hyderabad by eight wickets. Sagar Ali’s unbeaten 53 off 26 balls, including five sixes, was crucial. Despite early setbacks, Sagar and Sanskar Dhyani's 64-run partnership clinched the win. Hyderabad’s Mansoor KL scored 46 not out, recovering the team from 24 for 5. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/84j09aR