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With new captain and coach, Sunrisers Hyderabad is aiming for better results in IPL 2024
The record of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL has not been encouraging. Only once it won the trophy in 2016 and in 2018 it finished runner up. What ails this team which is…
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Abbas Ali Baig, Hyderabad’s debonair batsman, turns 85 today
Abbas Ali Baig who is celebrating his 85th birthday today was once described as the Golden Boy of Hyderabad’s Golden generation of cricketers. He epitomised the glamour of a well bred cricketer…
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If India wishes to host 2036 Olympics, it must begin preparing players now, says P V Ramana
During a session of the International Olympic Committee in October last year, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally declared India’s interest in bidding for the 2036 Olympics. But is the sports system of India geared up…
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Can Hyderabad’s athlete fetch medals for India in Paris Olympics?
The Olympic Games is the biggest sports extravaganza on the planet. This year it is scheduled to be held in Paris from July 26 to August 11. But what are the chances of Hyderabad…
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At 30, Miya Magic Siraj has developed greater variety; seems set for more success
Mohammed Siraj has turned 30 today. He has reached that golden phase of his career when he still has the energy and stamina of youth but also has a wealth of experience that…
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Cricket: Young brigade take India to glory; English lions outplayed in every department
After mauling England in the fifth Test match at Dharamsala recently, India has consolidated its position as the topmost team in the WTC Test rankings. Overall India had a very good series against England…
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Indian-origin South African bowler Shabnim Ismail is a tornado; her bowling is fastest in the world
The most thrilling sight in cricket is that of a great fast bowler in full flow. The long run up, loping strides, the final leap before the delivery and then the deadly…
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How effective will Aussie skipper Pat Cummins be as captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad?
It has now been confirmed that Australia’s captain Pat Cummins will be the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2024 season of the IPL which will begin later this month. It has come…
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Gaganyaan voyage: Four IAF officers set to create history
In the centuries to come human habitation will no longer be confined to the planet earth. They will travel vast distances and explore new planets. In this venture India will not be lagging behind…
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Ex-cricketer Gautam Gambhir springs surprise; quits politics, returns to sports
In a startling development, BJP MP and former international cricketer Gautam Gambhir has requested the BJP leadership to relieve him of his political duties so that he can focus on cricket. At a time when…
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BCCI takes stern action against erring players but why was Hardik Pandya spared?
The BCCI has taken action against erring players who were taking their duties lightly and ignoring instructions. The two players against whom the BCCI decided to deal sternly are Shreyas Iyer and Ishan…
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Cricket: Jaiswal’s dazzling success indicates India may be seeing birth of another legend
With two double centuries and a total of more than 600 runs to his name, Yashasvi Jaiswal has become the outstanding player of the ongoing Test series between India and England. He became the fifth…
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Ameen Sayani is a legend; his passing away leaves an unfillable void
When Ameen Sayani passed away recently he left behind him a legion of grieving fans. Rarely does any man capture an entire nation with the mellifluous tonal quality of his voice on the radio. But Ameen…
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South African cricketer Procter was fighter against apartheid; leaves behind indelible mark
Whenever a person of great accomplishment and potential passes away it is a cause of sorrow to the people who saw him displaying his or her talent. The recent death of South Africa’s legendary…