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October 29, 2024 7:01 PM

World number one Sinner withdraws from Paris Masters

Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Paris Masters due to a virus, the world number one said on Tuesday. The 23-year-old, who defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the Six Kings Slam exhibition event to bag the $6 million title in Saudi Arabia on ...

October 29, 2024 1:45 PM

From street games to World Cup: Pratik Waikar’s journey to Indian Kho Kho stardom

With the inaugural edition of the Kho Kho World Cup set to take place in New Delhi from January 13-19, 2025, top players worldwide are gearing up for a new challenge. The hosts, India, will rely on some of their best players to ensure the trophy come...

October 29, 2024 12:25 PM

Australia’s Matthew Wade announces retirement from international cricket

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Matthew Wade announced his retirement from international cricket on Tuesday, concluding a 13-year career with 225 international appearances for Australia. The 36-year-old leaves the international stage after represen...

October 29, 2024 11:21 AM

Manchester United sack Erik ten Hag; Ruben Amorim in talks as potential successor

Manchester United have sacked manager Erik ten Hag after their latest defeat at the weekend as they languish 14th in the Premier League table and stand winless in Europe this season without any signs of progress under the Dutchman. United assistant ...

October 29, 2024 10:19 AM

Ballon d’Or 2024: Man City midfielder Rodri wins Men’s ‘Player of the Year’

Manchester City’s midfielder Rodri has been awarded the 2024 Men's Ballon d'Or following a remarkable 2023-24 season. The Spanish international was instrumental in securing Manchester City’s fourth consecutive English Premier League title, combin...

October 28, 2024 9:46 PM

Nepal to face Bangladesh in SAFF Women’s Championship final on October 30

Nepal has secured its place in the final of the ongoing SAFF Women's Championship by defeating India in the semi-finals. The Nepali women's team overcame their Indian counterparts to earn a spot in the title clash. In the final, Nepal will compete a...

October 28, 2024 8:34 PM

ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 Series: Nepal Falls to the US by 3 Wickets

Nepal suffered a defeat against the United States in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 Series. In the match held at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Texas, the US beat Nepal by three wickets. The US chased down Nepal's target of 287 runs in 4...

October 28, 2024 3:43 PM

Gary Kirsten steps down as Pakistan’s white-ball coach

Former South African cricketer Gary Kirsten on Monday stepped down from his position as head coach of Pakistan's men's ODI and T20I teams, only six months after his appointment. This decision comes a week before the team is scheduled to tour Australi...

October 28, 2024 2:24 PM

PM Modi highlights passion for Spanish football in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the craze for Spanish football in his speech during a roadshow in Vadodara, pointing out the historic rivalry between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. Reflecting on Saturday's 'El Clasico' clash in La ...

October 28, 2024 2:04 PM

Race to Lord’s: Analyzing the ICC World Test Championship standings ahead of 2025

Things are getting tight at the top of the ICC World Test Championship standings, with just 15 percent separating the top two teams, India and Australia. The chance of them repeating the 2023 title clash remains a distinct possibility. Sri Lanka, So...

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