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24 Oct 2024

Bajrang Punia

WFI withdraws India from World Championships over government interference

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has withdrawn the Indian team from the upcoming World Championships in Tirana, Albania.

24 Oct 2024

Washington Sundar

Washington Sundar labels Rachin Ravindra's wicket as his favorite

Indian spinner Washington Sundar made a sensational comeback to the Test side, claiming seven wickets against New Zealand in the second Test match.

24 Oct 2024

Aiden Markram

Aiden Markram hopes Mirpur victory will boost South Africa's confidence

South Africa's stand-in captain, Aiden Markram, hopes the team's recent Test win in Mirpur will be a turning point in their performance on Asian soil.

Indian bowlers with best Test figures against New Zealand

Indian off-spinner Washington Sundar scripted history after registering a seven-wicket haul against New Zealand in the 2nd Test in Pune.

Amelia Kerr claims four-fer in first WODI versus India

Fresh off their recent Women's T20 World Cup victory, New Zealand's spinners ran riot in the first women's ODI against India in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

24 Oct 2024

England Cricket Team

3rd Test: England ahead of Pakistan on Day 1

England are ahead of Pakistan on Day 1 of the 3rd Test being held in Rawalpindi.

LSG's KL Rahul set to enter IPL 2025 mega auction

KL Rahul, the skipper of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) since 2022, is likely to leave the franchise, ESPNcricinfo reported on October 24.

24 Oct 2024

Tim Southee

Tim Southee dismisses Rohit Sharma for 4th time in Tests

Tim Southee dismissed Rohit Sharma for the 4th time in Test cricket. The veteran New Zealand pacer got the Indian captain's scalp on Day 1 of the 2nd Test match being held in Pune.

24 Oct 2024

Pakistan Cricket Team

Pakistan's Sajid Khan floors England with 6/128 in 3rd Test

Pakistan spinner Sajid Khan was the pick of the bowlers for his side on Day 1 of the 3rd Test against England in Rawalpindi.

Pune Test: Sundar disarrays NZ (259); India lose Rohit Sharma  

Day 1 of the 2nd Test saw India bowl out New Zealand for 259 in 79.1 overs at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.

Rani Rampal retires from international hockey after 16-year career

Former captain of the Indian women's hockey team, Rani Rampal, has announced her retirement from international hockey.

24 Oct 2024

Washington Sundar

Washington Sundar records seven-fer on Test return: Key stats

A staggering seven-wicket haul from all-rounder Washington Sundar helped India bowl out New Zealand after they elected to bat in the 2nd Test in Pune.

24 Oct 2024

Jamie Smith

Jamie Smith scores vital 89 versus Pakistan in 3rd Test

England's Jamie Smith made his presence felt with a knock of 89 from 119 balls to help his side recover in the 3rd Test versus Pakistan.

24 Oct 2024

Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett slams 52 versus Pakistan in 3rd Test: Stats

England batter Ben Duckett slammed a 52-run knock versus Pakistan on Day 1 of the 3rd Test being held in Rawalpindi.

Pune Test: NZ perish for 259; Washington Sundar takes seven-fer

An incredible seven-wicket haul from all-rounder Washington Sundar helped India bowl out New Zealand after they elected to bat in the 2nd Test in Pune.

Rachin Ravindra records his second fifty-plus Test score in India

After smashing a fine century in the series opener, New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra continued his exploits against India in the 2nd Test in Pune.

24 Oct 2024

Devon Conway

Devon Conway slams his second Test fifty in India: Stats

After smashing a match-winning 91 in the series opener, New Zealand's Devon Conway continued his exploits against India in the 2nd Test in Pune.

24 Oct 2024

Mehidy Hasan

Mehidy Hasan Miraz becomes Bangladesh's highest run-scorer in 2024 (Tests)

Mehidy Hasan Miraz has become Bangladesh's highest run-scorer in 2024 (Tests).

24 Oct 2024

Robert Lewandowski

Robert Lewandowski completes 700 career goals: Decoding his stats

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski was in the scoresheet as his side thumped Bayern Munich 4-1 in matchweek 3 of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 season at home.

24 Oct 2024

Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada guides SA to victory over Bangladesh, breaks records 

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada was at his best in the first Test against Bangladesh on Thursday.

24 Oct 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

Ashwin overtakes Nathan Lyon to become seventh-highest wicket-taker in Tests

Star Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has added another feather to his cap.

Perth Stadium installs 'drop-in wicket' for India-Australia Test

In a major development, the Perth Stadium has successfully installed a 'drop-in wicket' ahead of the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy between hosts Australia and India.

24 Oct 2024

Indian Cricket Team

2nd Test: Gavaskar criticizes India's decision to include Washington Sundar

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has slammed captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir for including Washington Sundar in the Playing XI for the 2nd Test against New Zealand.

SA claim their first Test victory in Asia since 2014 

South Africa beat Bangladesh in the 1st Test at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.

IND vs NZ, 2nd Test: Tom Latham elects to bat

After a riveting series opener, India and New Zealand are set to square off in Pune.

23 Oct 2024

Zimbabwe Cricket Team

Highest individual scores for Zimbabwe in T20I cricket

Zimbabwe recorded the highest-ever total in men's T20 Internationals on October 23.

23 Oct 2024

Zimbabwe Cricket Team

A look at highest team totals in men's T20Is

Zimbabwe recorded the highest-ever total in men's T20 Internationals on October 23.

23 Oct 2024

Baseball

MLB: Decoding the crunch stats of Royals' Bobby Witt Jr.

Bobby Witt Jr., the Kansas City Royals' electrifying shortstop, has made headlines as a finalist for the 2024 MLB Players Choice Award.

NFL: Decoding the best defenders this season (total tackles)

As the 2024 NFL season hits Week 7, standout defenders have already made their mark with game-changing performances.

23 Oct 2024

Baseball

MLB: Presenting Los Angeles Dodgers' 2024 postseason home run leaders

The Los Angeles Dodgers take on the New York Yankees in the 2024 World Series. Game 1 will happen on October 26.

Kyler Murray shines versus Los Angeles Chargers: Decoding his stats

Kyler Murray a talented quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, led them to a Monday Night Football (MNF) victory against the Los Angeles Chargers.

23 Oct 2024

Baseball

#ThisDayThatYear: Yankees make historic World Series comeback, defeat Braves 8-6

On October 23, 1996, the New York Yankees made history in Game 4 of the World Series by overcoming a 6-0 deficit to beat the Atlanta Braves 8-6.

#ThisDayThatYear: Marino posts second-best single-game total yardage in NFL history

On October 23, 1988, Dan Marino, one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, delivered an unforgettable performance, during a Miami Dolphins matchup against the New York Jets.

23 Oct 2024

Barcelona

Real Madrid's Courtois, Rodrygo to miss El Clasico: Here's why

In a major blow ahead of their first El Clasico of the 2024/25 La Liga season, Real Madrid have confirmed that both Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo Goes will miss the match against Barcelona due to injuries.

23 Oct 2024

Navdeep Saini

Speedster Navdeep Saini eyes Australia tour with India A

Seasoned fast bowler Navdeep Saini has been picked in the India A squad after an impressive outing in the Duleep Trophy.

23 Oct 2024

Sikandar Raza

Zimbabwe register highest total in men's T20Is: Key stats

The Zimbabwe cricket team has broken the world record for the highest-ever total in men's T20 Internationals.

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni to meet CSK officials next week

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni will meet the franchise's officials on October 29 or 30 to decide on his availability for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

23 Oct 2024

Daniil Medvedev

What is off-court coaching in tennis approved by ITF?

The International Tennis Federation (ITF) recently announced that "off-court coaching" will be allowed in tennis, starting January 2025.

1st Test, Day 3: Bangladesh take 81-run lead against SA

Bangladesh have bounced back against South Africa in what seems to be a humdinger of Test in Dhaka.

23 Oct 2024

Kane Williamson

Latham urges NZ to adapt in 2nd Test against India

New Zealand cricket team captain, Tom Latham, has stressed his team needs to adapt quickly in the upcoming second Test against India.