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New Delhi | For Virat Kohli, age is proving to be nothing more than a number. At a stage when most batters begin to slow down and reflexes naturally dip, Kohli appears to be rewriting the script with remarkable authority. At 35+, the Indian maestro is not only matching his younger self but, in many ways, performing even better. His sharpness on the field, energy between the wickets and consistency with the bat stand in stark contrast to the usual trends associated with ageing cricketers. The ongoing ODI series against…

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Mumbai | West Indies’ explosive all-rounder Andre Russell has revealed that Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was the most difficult bowler he ever faced in the Indian Premier League. Russell, who announced his retirement from the IPL earlier this week, said Bumrah’s precision and unpredictability made him his toughest opponent throughout his 14-season-long career. Russell, who represented Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), admitted that Bumrah dismissed him more times than any other bowler in the league, prompting Mumbai Indians to strategically bring the fast bowler on as soon as he walked…

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New Delhi | In a clear signal of continuity and confidence, SG Pipers have announced their captains for Season 2 of the Hockey India League (HIL), entrusting leadership to two of India’s most dynamic hockey talents. India’s star fullback Germanpreet Singh has been named captain of the SG Pipers men’s team, with Australian midfielder K. Willott appointed as vice-captain. For the women’s side, prolific Indian striker Navneet Kaur will once again wear the captain’s armband, while Caitlin Nobbs, daughter of former India men’s coach Michael Nobbs, takes charge as vice-captain.…

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Chennai | The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has confirmed that the next Junior Hockey World Cup will continue with a 24-team format, while the Senior Men’s Hockey World Cup will maintain its traditional 16-team lineup. FIH President Tayyab Ikram emphasised that the decision reflects a balanced approach towards global hockey development without compromising competitive integrity. Speaking on the sidelines of the ongoing Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in Chennai, Ikram said expanding the junior tournament supports the growth of emerging hockey nations. “The Junior Hockey World Cup is a platform…

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India to Face Argentina for Bronze; Germany Set for Title Clash with Spain Chennai |Germany delivered a masterclass in structure, precision and modern hockey as they overpowered a helpless Indian side 5–1 in the second semi-final of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 on Sunday. The seven-time champions looked every bit the formidable force they are known to be, dismantling India in all departments at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium. With this emphatic win, Germany cruised into the final, where they will chase their eighth World Cup crown against…

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Focus should now be on defeating Argentina for bronze, he urges Chennai | India’s hopes of entering the final of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 came crashing down on Sunday after a heavy 1–5 defeat to seven-time champions Germany. Chief Coach P.R. Sreejesh, who is leading the junior side in his first major international assignment after retiring from senior hockey, minced no words in assessing the loss. Sreejesh, who helped India secure bronze medals as goalkeeper at both Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, said the defeat stemmed…

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New Delhi: India clinched the third and final match with remarkable ease, riding on solid performances from both the top-order batters and the bowling unit. The openers set the tone with assured strokeplay, while Virat Kohli added substance and flair to help India wrap up the chase comfortably. Earlier, the bowlers delivered an appreciable performance by restricting South Africa to under 300 runs for the first time in the series. South Africa had looked on course for a commanding total thanks to fluent batting from Quinton de Kock and skipper…

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Mexico: Imagine the hush descending over Estadio Azteca, that colossal concrete cauldron in Mexico City where 87,000 souls once roared as Maradona stitched immortality into a single sunlit afternoon. It is June 11, 2026—kickoff at 3 p.m. local time—and the air crackles with a weight that feels almost tectonic. History is not just returning; it is gathering itself, inhaling, swelling across the terraces. Mexico, true to tradition, walks out as ceremonial hosts, facing South Africa in a matchup that rekindles memories of 2010’s gritty opener in Johannesburg. Yet this is…

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Lucknow: In a commanding display of power hitting and disciplined chase, South Africa registered a magnificent victory to avenge their narrow defeat in Ranchi. While the first ODI had also been a tightly fought contest—one that slipped away after Jansen’s dismissal at a crucial moment—the visitors ensured there were no such lapses this time, sealing the win with authority. India once again showcased strong batting, posting an impressive 358 runs. Virat Kohli continued his remarkable form, crafting a sublime century that looked even more polished than his previous one. His…

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