Wednesday, January 15, 2025

‘Sports’ News

ILT20 helping UAE cricketers learn from international stars: Doull

Sunday, January 12, 2025 3:46

UAE cricketers gain invaluable experience sharing the ILT20 stage with global cricket legends. Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull emphasises the benefits of local players learning from seasoned internationals, predicting long-term growth for UAE cricket. Season 3's commentary team features renowned names, ensuring the ...

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‘Made my job a lot easier’: Root on Pretorius’s 97 on SA20 debut

Sunday, January 12, 2025 3:09

Eighteen-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius made a remarkable debut with 97 off 51 balls to lead Paarl Royals to a nine-wicket victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape in SA20 on Saturday. Pretorius and Joe Root's 132-run opening partnership was crucial, with Root praising Pretorius's skills and composure. ...

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FA Cup: Man City crush Salford 8-0; Liverpool and Chelsea advance

Sunday, January 12, 2025 2:16

Manchester City trounced Salford City 8-0 in the FA Cup, with youngsters Divin Mubama and Nico O'Reilly contributing significantly. Liverpool, Chelsea, and Brighton advanced convincingly, while Plymouth upset Brentford 1-0. Bournemouth, Leicester City, and Wolverhampton also secured wins, continuing their strong performances in the ...

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SA20: Pretorius shines as Paarl Royals defeat Sunrisers Eastern Cape

Saturday, January 11, 2025 14:58

18-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius scored an impressive 97 off 51 balls, leading the Paarl Royals to a nine-wicket win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Pretorius and Joe Root formed a strong partnership, while Kwena Maphaka and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman excelled in bowling. Aiden Markram's 82 off 49 balls ...

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SA20 Live: MI Cape Town suffer openers blow early

Saturday, January 11, 2025 14:39

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Shami returns for India T20Is vs England, Pant excluded

Saturday, January 11, 2025 13:51

Mohammed Shami is set to return to India's squad for the T20I series against England after a 14-month absence due to a knee injury. Fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj are to be rested for the series. Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy are ...

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‘The blame at the feet of two people is harsh’: Kohli, Rohit defended

Saturday, January 11, 2025 13:50

Indian cricket legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma faced criticism for India's 1-3 series loss in Australia. Support came from Jonty Rhodes, who noted touring in Australia is challenging. Kohli's form dipped, scoring 190 runs, while Rohit managed 31 runs in three Tests. The ...

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‘Best competition after IPL,’ says Dinesh Karthik, the first Indian to feature in SA20

Saturday, January 11, 2025 12:21

Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik made history by becoming the first Indian to play in South Africa's SA20 league. Karthik joined Paarl Royals as a replacement for Jos Buttler and praised the league as the second best after the IPL. He expressed enthusiasm for ...

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Steve Smith equals record for most tons in Big Bash League

Saturday, January 11, 2025 10:27

Australia's Steve Smith equalled the Big Bash League record for most centuries with a remarkable unbeaten 121 runs off 64 balls for the Sydney Sixers against Perth Scorchers. Smith’s knock, which included ten fours and seven sixes, contributed to the Sixers' total of 222 ...

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SL hammer NZ in inconsquential 3rd ODI, Kiwis win series 2-1

Saturday, January 11, 2025 8:42

Sri Lanka triumphed over New Zealand in the third ODI at Auckland, clinching a 140-run victory. Key performances included Asitha Fernando and Eshan Malinga's three-wicket hauls. Pathum Nissanka led Sri Lanka's batting with 66 runs. Despite Mark Chapman's 81, New Zealand were bowled out ...

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