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Cricket: Jahangir Khan’s impeccable conduct made him a role model
Many years ago cricket used to be known as a gentleman’s game. It was not that all the players were honourable and gentlemanly in their character but there were enough such players for cricket…
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Defeat in Hyderabad: India’s coaches must instill more resolve among players
Scientists say that earthquakes are the most unpredictable phenomena. No expert can say when and where it will strike. But apparently there is another calamity that is just as unpredictable. That is the collapse of…
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With a fiery knock, Tanmay Agarwal has restored pride in Hyderabad cricket
Hyderabad’s Tanmay Agarwal has blazed his way into the record books in a spectacular manner by slamming the fastest triple hundred in the history of first class cricket. He celebrated the Republic…
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Despite absence of Kohli and Shami, Hyderabad is set to witness an exciting Test match
Hyderabad’s cricket fans will get a rare treat when the first Test between India and England is held at the Rajiv Gandhi stadium from Jan 25. Although Hyderabad has witnessed games in shorter formats, it…
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Spirit of Freedom: Habeeb Yusuf Marfani donated everything he had to Netaji’s INA
When Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose launched his fight for the freedom of India from British rule, several likeminded people offered him their whole hearted support and help. But these people and their sacrifices have…
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Fans drive cricket players nut; but without their devotion the game will lose its charm
There are a few cricket fans who are an eccentric lot but hats off to their enthusiasm and enjoyment of the proceedings. They add an offbeat flavour to the game and some antics…
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Muhammad Ali’s moral principles and humility made him ‘The Greatest’
Cassius Clay Jr who converted to Islam and was thereafter known as Muhammad Ali was born on 17th Jan, 1942. He would have been 82 years old today if he were alive. His parents…
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Rakesh Sharma, the first Indian in space, is worried about environmental damage
Hyderabad: Indian Air Force officer Rakesh Sharma who was the first Indian man to go into space 40 years ago in 1984, celebrated his 75th birthday on Jan 13, 2024. Over these…
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Kite flying is a fun activity now; it was used earlier in warfare
The advent of the Sankranti festival heralds the start of the kite flying season. Children as well as adults will be vying with each other in aerial battles. Kites are among the…
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Seeds of Indian cricket’s strength were planted decades ago by spin quartet
Nowadays India has a superb pace attack ably handled by Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami and others. Bumrah and Siraj destroyed a strong South African batting line up recently. Everything is going right for India now.…
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Beckenbauer and Zagallo depart; leave football fans with thrilling memories
On some rare occasions one comes across a sportsman who is not only a great player but also a man with vision and foresight whose planning and deep thinking about his sport enriches…
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David Warner leaves behind rich legacy in Test cricket; but what was that charge of ball tampering?
Australian David Warner, who was at one time the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad, brought his Test cricket career to an end in a blaze of glory. Playing in his last match he hammered…
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Siraj’s career rocketing skywards; he is a sight to behold
The test match at the Newlands ground between South Africa and India will be remembered for a long time due to several unusual incidents. It was the shortest test match in the…
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Lilting songs of Rahul Dev Burman still uplift spirits of listeners; he passed away 30 years ago
It is difficult to imagine that thirty years have passed since the demise of R.D. Burman. His music continues to live among us although he died on Jan 4th, 1994. The end…
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South Africa’s Ali Bacher helped BCCI become rich; now it should help other sports
Today the Board of Control for Cricket in India is the world’s richest cricket board. Its coffers are overflowing with cash and its power is the envy of the other national bodies.…
