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Pakistan Cricket Team Extends Condolences to Rashid Khan Following Brother's Death

Afghanistan's cricket captain, Rashid Khan, faced a personal tragedy with the recent passing of his elder brother, Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari. Despite his grief, Rashid led his team in the ongoing tri-series in Sharjah, receiving heartfelt support from the cricketing community. The Pakistan team paid their respects, and condolences poured in from teammates and former captain Asghar Afghan.

Arshdeep Singh's England Stint: No Game Time, But Skill Sharpening and Siraj's Wisdom Pay Off Hoặc (một lựa chọn khác): Arshdeep Singh Gains Despite England Bench Time: Skills Honed, Test Dream Alive, Thanks to Siraj's Advice

Arshdeep Singh, after an unfortunate injury during the England Test series, showcased his readiness in the Duleep Trophy quarterfinal. Despite not playing, he utilised his time in England to hone his skills, focusing on strength and conditioning.

Indian Cricket Stars Gill, Rohit Sharma, and Bumrah Undergo Fitness Tests at BCCI's CoE Ahead of Asia Cup, Australia Tour

Shubman Gill and other senior Indian cricketers are at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. They are undergoing fitness analysis. Rohit Sharma is preparing for the Australia tour. Speculation suggests Rohit and Virat Kohli may play in the India A series against Australia A. This series will provide valuable match practice. Rohit last played competitively in June.

Arshdeep Singh's Blistering Batting Display and Fiery Spell Mark Duleep Trophy Return Ahead of Asia Cup

Arshdeep Singh showcased his all-round abilities in the Duleep Trophy quarter-final, smashing two sixes in a cameo and later impressing with the ball. Aquib Nabi's hat-trick helped North Zone dominate East Zone, securing a substantial first-innings lead. Arshdeep's performance, after recovering from a thumb injury, will boost India's confidence ahead of the Asia Cup 2025.

Australia vs. India Series: Fan Zones Sold Out Across All Venues Weeks Before First Match

Cricket Australia reports exceptional demand for the upcoming white-ball series against India, with Indian fan zones sold out at all eight venues. Public tickets for Sydney and Canberra matches are also fully booked. The series, featuring three ODIs and five T20Is, promises a vibrant atmosphere and a world-class contest between the two cricketing nations.

DPL 2025: Rana, Rathi Hit with Heavy Fines Following On-Field Clash; Obscenities and Aggressive Conduct Mar Eliminator

The Delhi Premier League (DPL) penalized several players after a fiery Eliminator match between South Delhi Superstarz and West Delhi Lions. Nitish Rana, despite his match-winning century, was fined. Digvesh Rathi and Krish Yadav received hefty penalties for violating the Code of Conduct. Aman Bharti and Sumit Mathur were also fined for inappropriate behavior.

Raina Reveals Surprise Picks for India's T20 World Cup Opening Batsmen, Snubs Gill and Samson

As India gears up for the 2026 T20 World Cup, Suresh Raina suggests a bold opening pair. With Kohli and Sharma potentially out, Raina backs youngsters like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma to lead the charge. He also mentioned Priyansh Arya, who impressed in his debut IPL season, could be a surprise package.

Pat Cummins set to miss New Zealand T20Is amid fitness concerns ahead of Ashes

Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins is reportedly set to miss the upcoming T20I tour of New Zealand, with Cricket Australia prioritising his fitness ahead of the home Ashes series.

Promise of compassion: RCB announce Rs 25 lakh aid for stampede victims' families

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) announced that it would provide Rs 25 lakh in financial assistance to each of the families of the 11 fans who died in the stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on 4 June 2025.

Djokovic jokes about injury after reaching US Open 4th round: Can't let rivals know

Novak Djokovic overcame a lower back injury to reach the US Open round 4. His victory makes him the oldest man to reach the last 16 since 1991.

Team Liquid punch ticket to VCT EMEA Stage 2 grand final with win over BBL

Team Liquid edged past BBL Esports in a thrilling VCT EMEA Stage 2 playoff clash, booking their spot in the grand final. The result also confirmed Team Heretics' qualification for VALORANT Champions Paris 2025, while setting up a high-stakes lower bracket final tomorrow.

Digvesh Rathi, Nitish Rana fined for verbal spat in Delhi Premier League

Digvesh Rathi and Nitish Rana were fined heavily for their heated on-field clash during the DPL 2025 Eliminator. The duo were at loggerheads during the second innings of the match and had to be separated by umpires.

'Jitna chahe jor lagale': Hasin Jahan shares cryptic post after Mohammed Shami's 'I never regret the past' comment

Hasin Jahan's cryptic social media post has reignited the public feud with Mohammed Shami, shortly after the cricketer addressed his personal life. Jahan alleges ongoing attempts to intimidate and ruin her, asserting her resilience in the face of adversity.

Watch: Tempers run high! Nitish Rana and Dignesh Rathi nearly come to blows in fiery DPL clash

The Delhi Premier League Eliminator witnessed a heated clash between West Delhi Lionz and South Delhi Superstarz, highlighted by a near-brawl between Nitish Rana and Dignesh Singh Rathi. Rana's explosive unbeaten 134 propelled West Delhi to a thrilling victory, overshadowing South Delhi's earlier formidable score. The Lions now advance to Qualifier 2 after the dramatic win.

'Ek Bihari sab pe bhari': Suresh Raina tips 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi for India T20I debut

Suresh Raina predicts Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the young Rajasthan Royals' batting sensation, will soon join India's T20I team, praising his fearless approach and IPL 2025 performance, including a century against Gujarat Titans. Raina also acknowledged Ayush Mhatre's impressive performances for Chennai Super Kings and in youth Tests against England's U19 team, highlighting their potential.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty assured of medal at World Championships; maintain India's 14-year streak

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were assured of at least a bronze medal at the World Championships in Paris, overcoming their rivals Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in a thrilling quarter-final match. The Indian duo displayed dominance, winning 21-12, 21-19, securing their place in the semifinals against China's Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi. This victory marks India's continued success at the championships since 2011.

IPL: Why 'Slapgate' video stayed hidden for 17 years — Harsha Bhogle explains as Lalit Modi stirs row

Lalit Modi's revelation of unseen footage of the 2008 Harbhajan-Sreesanth 'slap-gate' has reignited the controversy. The incident, where Harbhajan slapped Sreesanth, was captured by Modi's security camera but never released. Harsha Bhogle explained the video was suppressed to protect the nascent IPL's image, a decision now drawing criticism despite the players' reconciliation.

Asian Shooting Championships: Team India bags silver, Manini Kaushik wins first medal in 50m prone

Manini Kaushik of India secured her first individual international bronze medal in the women's 50m rifle prone at the Asian Shooting Championships. Her performance also contributed to India's team silver in the same event. In the junior category, Prachi Gaikwad won silver, adding to India's medal tally, and the junior team secured a bronze.

Neeraj Chopra settles for second in Diamond League final: 'Timing, run-up weren't good'

Neeraj Chopra, despite a challenging performance at the Diamond League Finals in Zurich, secured second place with a final throw of 85.01m. Julian Weber of Germany dominated the event with a stunning 91.51m throw. Chopra acknowledged his timing and run-up were off, but remains focused on the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, aiming to defend his title.

'I want to quit': Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim amid calls for sacking

Manchester United's manager, Ruben Amorim, confessed to considering leaving after their shocking League Cup defeat to Grimsby Town. Amorim expressed frustration with his team's inconsistency, admitting he sometimes hates his players. Despite contemplating his position, he's now focused on the upcoming Premier League clash against Burnley and looks to correct things moving forward.