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Virat Kohli bids farewell to Test cricket

Virat Kohli bids farewell to Test cricket

12 May 2025 | 12:27 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (UNI) In a heartfelt message posted on social media, former India captain Virat Kohli on Monday announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing down the curtain on a 14-year-long red-ball career that redefined the format for a generation of fans.

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IPL to resume soon, BCCI assessing options: Shukla

IPL to resume soon, BCCI assessing options: Shukla

11 May 2025 | 10:32 PM

New Delhi, May 11 (UNI) Amidst uncertainty following the temporary suspension of the Indian Premier League (IPL), BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla on Sunday said that the Board is actively assessing the situation and is likely to announce the revised schedule shortly.

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Mandhana ton, Rana-Kaur strikes seal India Tri-Series title

Mandhana ton, Rana-Kaur strikes seal India Tri-Series title

11 May 2025 | 6:37 PM

Colombo, May 11 (UNI) Smriti Mandhana's stylish century laid the foundation before Sneh Rana and Amanjot Kaur ripped through the Sri Lankan batting lineup as India Women crushed hosts Sri Lanka Women by 97 runs in the final of the Sri Lanka Women’s Tri-Nation Series here on Sunday.

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UAE women make history by retiring all 10 batswomen

UAE women make history by retiring all 10 batswomen

11 May 2025 | 5:21 PM

Bangkok, May 11 (UNI) In a first-of-its-kind occurrence in international cricket, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) women’s team retired out all ten batswomen during a T20 International match against Qatar in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Region Qualifier here.

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Surprise tactic pays off for UAE in Women’s T20WC Qualifier

Surprise tactic pays off for UAE in Women’s T20WC Qualifier

10 May 2025 | 4:48 PM

Bangkok, May 10 (UNI) In a bizarre turn of events, after accumulating 192 runs from their first 16 overs, the UAE decided to retire out their entire batting line-up under overcast conditions to save themselves time in the Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier encounter against Qatar.

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Tryon’s hat-trick special seals consolation win for Proteas

Tryon’s hat-trick special seals consolation win for Proteas

09 May 2025 | 8:23 PM

Colombo, May 9 (UNI) After losing their first three encounters in the ongoing tri-nation series in Sri Lanka, South Africa were already out of contention for a place in the final.

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South Africa name new all-format head coach

South Africa name new all-format head coach

09 May 2025 | 5:01 PM

Cape Town, May 9 (UNI) Cricket South Africa (CSA) have announced the appointment of Shukri Conrad as the head coach of the Proteas Men’s teams across formats, marking a new chapter for South African cricket.

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BCCI suspends IPL 2025 for a week amid national security situation

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 for a week amid national security situation

09 May 2025 | 4:19 PM

Mumbai, May 9 (UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday announced the suspension of the ongoing TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for a period of one week with immediate effect, citing the prevailing national security situation following the recent terrorist attack and subsequent aggression by Pakistan’s armed forces.

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Ex-Australia spinner MacGill avoids jail over drug deal

Ex-Australia spinner MacGill avoids jail over drug deal

09 May 2025 | 2:42 PM

Sydney, May 9 (UNI) Former Australia cricketer Stuart MacGill has avoided jail after being found guilty of taking part in the supply of cocaine.

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IPL suspended indefinitely amid India-Pak tension

IPL suspended indefinitely amid India-Pak tension

09 May 2025 | 1:33 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) The remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been suspended indefinitely in the wake of escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border, reliable sources confirmed on Friday.

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MI-PBKS match shifted to Ahmedabad: BCCI

MI-PBKS match shifted to Ahmedabad: BCCI

09 May 2025 | 9:16 AM

Ahmedabad, May 8 (UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday announced the relocation of TATA IPL Match No. 61 between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians from Dharamshala to Ahmedabad.

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Escalation between India-Pakistan casts shadow over IPL match in Dharamshala

Escalation between India-Pakistan casts shadow over IPL match in Dharamshala

09 May 2025 | 8:47 AM

Shimla/Dharamshala, May 8 (UNI) In response to the escalating tensions along the Indo-Pak border, authorities in Himachal Pradesh on Thursday ordered the immediate cancellation of the ongoing IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at Dharamshala’s HPCA Stadium.

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Punjab Kings-Delhi Capitals match abandoned

Punjab Kings-Delhi Capitals match abandoned

08 May 2025 | 10:21 PM

Dharamsala, May 8 (UNI) The 58th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was on Thursday night called off following a major power outage at the HPCA Stadium here.

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Punjab Kings opt to bat against Delhi Capitals

Punjab Kings opt to bat against Delhi Capitals

08 May 2025 | 9:10 PM

Dharamsala, May 8 (UNI) Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in Match 58 of Indian Premier League 2025 here on Thursday, backing his decision on the strength of recent form and a favourable outfield.

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Women's T20 World Cup pathway resumes as focus turns to Asia Qualifier

Women's T20 World Cup pathway resumes as focus turns to Asia Qualifier

08 May 2025 | 8:45 PM

Dubai, May 8 (UNI) The road to qualification for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 resumes on Friday with the start of the Asia Qualifier in Bangkok, where nine nations are set to compete in the hope of extending their journey through to England and Wales.

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