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IOC Session gives final nod to 6-nation cricket competition in Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028 (Ld)
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Monday gave its final approval for the inclusion of T20 cricket as an additional sport in the Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Men’s ODI WC: Winning the game against England was a big one for us, back home they will be so proud, says Rashid Khan
Coming into Sunday’s match, Afghanistan had won just once – back in 2015 - in their ODI World Cup participation history. But at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, that turned into two as Afghanistan brought the tournament to life with a 69-run win over England.
Men’s ODI WC: This is significant, certainly in the manner and by margin as well, says Trott on Afghanistan’s win over England
On October 15, 2023, Afghanistan produced what the ongoing World Cup had been craving for – an upset win. They produced another unforgettable moment in their history of playing ODI World Cups, this time by outclassing defending champions England by 69 runs in New Delhi.
Men’s ODI WC: Wicket didn't play exactly how we thought, admits Jos Buttler after loss to Afghanistan
In the match on Sunday, Buttler opted to chase and retained his playing eleven from the victory over Bangladesh, days after India beat Afghanistan at the same venue, thanks to a four-fer from Jasprit Bumrah and a scintillating century from captain Rohit Sharma.
Spain, Scotland and Turkiye secure qualification for Euro 2024
Gavi's precise winner in Oslo sent Spain to EURO 2024 with two matches to spare and ended Norway's hopes of finishing in the top two on Sunday.
Hurkacz beats Rublev to win ATP Shanghai Masters title
Nearly two years ago, Hurkacz got his first ATP Masters 1000 crown in Miami in 2021.
India has not made an official bid for 2036 Olympics; faces major hurdles for even initiating the process
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Sunday made it clear that it has not received any formal proposal or letter of interest from India regarding their intention to bid for the 2036 Games.
Men’s ODI WC: Afghanistan bring tournament to life with 69-run upset win over England
With healthy amount of support for them in the crowd of 26, 440, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ikram Alikhil slammed half-centuries in carrying Afghanistan to 284 in 49.5 overs. In defence, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman took three wickets each in an impressive bowling performance to bowl out England for 215 in 40.5 overs.
Men's ODI WC: Siraj credits Rohit, Virat's suggestions in claiming first wicket against Pakistan
India pacer Mohammed Siraj, who sent back both these batsmen, has revealed that skipper Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli had a role to play in the first wicket he took, giving him the confidence to capture the crucial wicket of Babar, which started the collapse. He ended the match with figures of 2-50.
Men's ODI WC: 'If you can't win, then at least compete', Ramiz Raja slams Pakistan after crushing loss to India
Pakistan looked on track to set India a challenging target as they cruised to 155-2, before a shocking batting implosion, losing eight wickets for just 36 runs in 13 overs, that had them all out for 191 on Saturday.
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