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FIH Hockey Men’s Jr World Cup pools, match schedule revealed, India, Korea, Canada in Group C
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On this occasion, the pools and match schedule of the tournament were revealed. Malaysia is in Group A with Argentina, Australia, and Chile, while Germany, France, South Africa, and Egypt are in Group B, India, Spain, Korea, and Canada are in Group C, and the Netherlands, Belgium.
Adani launches 'Jeetenge Hum' campaign for 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup
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According to the company, the Adani Group ignites an unstoppable spirit for Team India in the upcoming World Cup, marking the momentous 40th anniversary of India's historic conquest. Led by Chairman Gautam Adani, the campaign sets ablaze with heartfelt wishes, kindling outpouring of support from the 1983 World Cup winning cricket legends and passionate fans.
Global Chess League: Ganges Grandmasters maintain dominant streak on Day 3
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Ganges Grandmasters are the only team in the Global Chess League to have three victories out of all three matches. This was a duel between two teams in the middle of the scoreboard looking to make a push to the top. Following the first two rounds, both had three Match Points each and 15 Game Points.
"I will be disappointed if he does not...": Ravi Shastri wants Sanju Samson to realise his potential
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The 28-year old Samson has been presented with yet another big opportunity as he was on Friday picked for the three-match ODI series against West Indies for the tour next month.   The Kerala batter's inclusion as a wicketkeeping option in the squad also suggests that he is in the scheme of things for the ODI World Cup, set to be played in India between October and November 2023.
Ashes 2023: That's something I'm really proud of, says Nathan Lyon ahead of 100th consecutive Test appearance
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Through the upcoming Lord's Test, Lyon will join a club of 100 or more Tests in a row which has other members like former England opener Alastair Cook, Australia pair of Allan Border and Mark Waugh, legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar and current England men's Test coach, former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum.
Indian team management target T20Is against Ireland for Bumrah's return: Report
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As per a report in Cricbuzz, Indian team management is targeting the three T20Is against Ireland, set to be held on August 18, 20 and 23, to get Bumrah back in action. "The ultimate target, of course, is to have him up to speed for the World Cup in October-November through the Asia Cup in September preceding it.
Global Chess League: Anand and Carlsen headline Day 2
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The SG Alpine Warriors were playing their second match of the day, winning the coin toss, they opted to play with the white pieces. All eyes were on board one where -- for the first time in years -- Magnus Carlsen was up against Vishy Anand, the man he beat in 2013 to claim the title of world champion for the first time
SAFF Championship: India eye semi-final berth, face Nepal in Group A match
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A victory for India, coupled with a win or a draw for Kuwait against Pakistan, will see the Blue Tigers qualify for the semi-final with one group-stage match to spare. Sunil Chhetri's hat-trick and a late strike from Udanta Singh powered India to a 4-0 victory on a rain-lashed Wednesday, which the Blue Tigers have already moved on from, according to head coach Igor Stimac.
Taipei Open: India's campaign ends with HS Prannoy's exit
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Playing at the Tian-Mu Arena, the third-seeded Prannoy found his footing quickly and raced to a 5-2 lead. However, Ng Ka Long Angus rallied to make it 5-all. As the match progressed, both shuttlers battled to gain the upper hand. With the scores tied at 19-all, Ng Ka Long Angus won two consecutive points to take the lead.
I'm ready to do great results on grass, says Carlos Alcaraz after reaching first quarterfinal on grass
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The Spaniard has undoubtedly been a dominant force on both the hard and clay courts over the past 18 months, having clinched seven of his 10 ATP titles on the clay and the remaining three on hard courts. But his experience on the grass lays thin, having only played eight matches on the surface in his young career.
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