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23 Oct

Australia Clinch ODI Series with Two-Wicket Win Over India in Adelaide

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Adelaide, October 23, 2025 — Australia defeated India by two wickets in a tense encounter at Adelaide Oval, sealing the three-match ODI series 2–0 with one game still to play. Despite a fighting total from India, the hosts displayed resilience and depth to chase down the 265-run target with 22 balls to spare.Batting first, India posted 264 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs. Skipper Rohit Sharma led from the front with a composed 73, while Shreyas Iyer contributed a fluent 61. The pair built a solid platform, but the middle order struggled to convert starts into big scores as…

23 Oct

Virat Kohli’s Adelaide Chapter Closes on a Sour Note as Star Batter Departs for Another Duck

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Adelaide (Rajeev Sharma): The crowd at Adelaide Oval, known for its affection toward Virat Kohli, was left stunned on Thursday as the Indian stalwart walked back to the pavilion without scoring. For the second time in a row this series, Kohli was dismissed for a golden duck, marking a difficult outing in what could be his final appearance at one of his most cherished venues. Kohli’s dismissal came in the second ODI against Australia, when pacer Xavier Bartlett delivered a sharp inswinger that struck him plumb in front. Having faced just four deliveries, Kohli appeared dejected as the umpire raised…

19 Oct

India’s Top Order Collapses Before Rain Disrupts First ODI in Perth

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Perth (Rajeev Sharma): India's batting lineup faltered early in the first One Day International against Australia, with the visitors reduced to 25 for 3 before rain forced a stoppage at Perth Stadium on Sunday. The Indian innings got off to a troubled start as seasoned campaigners Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were dismissed within the powerplay. Kohli, who faced eight deliveries without scoring, was trapped by Mitchell Starc's sharp left-arm pace. Rohit, after making 8 runs, failed to find rhythm and edged one off Josh Hazlewood. The early blows set India on the back foot, and things worsened when captain…

18 Oct

Afghanistan Bows Out of Cricket Tournament Following Deadly Airstrike on Players

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KABUL (Rajeev Sharma): The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its immediate withdrawal from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I cricket series after three Afghan cricketers were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in the southeastern province of Paktika. The strike, which took place on Friday, has sparked outrage across Afghanistan and cast a shadow over ongoing peace efforts between the two countries. The ACB released an official statement expressing sorrow and anger over the loss, confirming that the players — identified as Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon — were killed in Urgun district after returning from a friendly cricket match in Sharana, the…

15 Oct

From Handshake Snub to High-Five: India and Pakistan Reconnect at Hockey Tournament

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National Times Bureau :- In a heartening show of sportsmanship, India and Pakistan’s under-21 hockey players exchanged high-fives ahead of their Sultan of Johor Cup match in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Tuesday, October 14. The players greeted one another following the playing of both national anthems, setting a friendly tone for the much-awaited contest — a gesture that stood out amid the recent strain in sporting ties between the two countries. In a welcome display of camaraderie, India and Pakistan’s under-21 hockey players exchanged high-fives before their Sultan of Johor Cup match in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Tuesday, October 14.…

12 Oct

Pakistan’s Top Javelin Coach Salman Iqbal Receives Lifetime Ban Over Punjab Athletics Violations

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Islamabad, October 12, 2025: Salman Iqbal, the long-serving coach of Pakistan’s premier javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem, has been banned for life by the Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation (PAAF) for allegedly violating the constitution of the Punjab Athletics Association, where he holds the position of President.The lifetime ban bars Iqbal from participating in any athletics activities, including coaching or holding office at any level. The PAAF cited procedural violations during the August elections of the Punjab body as the reason for the action.An inquiry committee, formed in mid-September, recommended the ban on October 10, a day after Iqbal submitted his response…

11 Oct

Shubman Gill Surpasses Rohit Sharma, Becomes Fifth-Highest Century-Maker in WTC History

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New Delhi, October 11, 2025: Team India captain Shubman Gill achieved a major milestone on Saturday, becoming the fifth player with the most centuries in World Test Championship (WTC) history, after smashing an unbeaten 129-run knock on Day 2 of the second Test against the West Indies at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium.Gill’s fluent innings came off 196 balls, featuring 16 boundaries and two sixes, taking his WTC tally to 2,826 runs in 39 matches at an average of 43.47 and a strike rate of 61.36. With this, Gill now boasts 10 WTC centuries, surpassing former India skipper Rohit Sharma, who…

10 Oct

Sachin Tendulkar Launches ‘TEN x YOU’ to Inspire India Towards a Fitter, Sports-Driven Future

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Mumbai, October 10, 2025: Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has officially launched his sportswear and athleisure brand, TEN x YOU, under SRT10 Athleisure Pvt. Ltd., with the goal of promoting fitness and nurturing a culture of sports participation across India. The initiative aims to inspire children and youth to embrace physical activity and transform India from a sports-loving nation into a sports-playing one.Co-founded by Tendulkar, Karthik Gurumurthy, and Karan Arora, TEN x YOU combines global design standards with insights drawn from Tendulkar’s 24 years of experience in professional cricket. The brand focuses on comfort, performance, and innovation, offering products tailored to…

04 Oct

Shubman Gill Named India’s New ODI Captain for Australia Tour, Replacing Rohit Sharma

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Mumbai, Oct 4, 2025: In a significant leadership change, opener Shubman Gill has been appointed as captain of the Indian ODI team for the upcoming tour of Australia, replacing Rohit Sharma at the helm. The decision marks a generational shift in Indian cricket while retaining senior players for balance and mentorship.The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the 15-member ODI squad on Saturday, featuring seasoned campaigners Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli alongside emerging talents. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as vice-captain for the three-match ODI series.Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for workload management, while left-handed…

03 Oct

Mirabai Chanu wins silver at World Weightlifting Championships in 48kg category

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National Times Bureau :- India’s star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu has added another feather to her illustrious career by winning the silver medal in the women’s 48kg category at the World Weightlifting Championships. With this podium finish, Chanu has now secured medals at the World Championships on three occasions, having earlier won gold in 2017 and silver in 2022. Competing after moving down from the 49kg division, the Olympic medallist recorded a total lift of 199kg — 84kg in snatch and 115kg in clean and jerk. Despite a shaky start in the snatch, where she failed in her two attempts at…