Garth praises batting intent from Healy and other batters in dominant win for Australia ‘A’

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Mackay (Australia), Aug 9 (IANS) Australia ‘A’ pacer Kim Garth hailed her side’s batting intent shown from Alyssa Healy and others after their commanding 114-run win over India ‘A’ in the second T20 at the Great Barrier Reef Arena on Saturday.The thumping victory also meant Australia ‘A’ sealed the T20 series victory. Alyssa hit a blistering 44-ball 70, laced with 12 boundaries, to set up Australia A’s total of 187/4, while Tahlia Wilson (43), Anika Learoyd (35), and Courtney Web…

Head, Markram, Rabada return as Australia host young Proteas side in T20I series

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Cairns (Australia), Aug 9 (IANS) Just a few months after South Africa scripted history by defeating Australia in the final of the 2025 World Test Championship, the Proteas aim to fine-tune their T20 squad with a three-game series Down Under. The series will begin with back-to-back matches at the TIO Stadium in Marrara before concluding at the Cazalys Stadium in Westcourt, Cairns.The return of Travis Head has further bolstered Australia’s batting depth, which was evident in their recent 5-0 sweep…

NZ register their biggest win in Tests after thrashing Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs

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Bulawayo, Aug 9 (IANS) New Zealand have registered their biggest ever Test victory after crushing Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs to complete a 2-0 series sweep at the Queens Sports Club here on Saturday. The huge loss is also Zimbabwe’s heaviest defeat in the longer format.After New Zealand declared their first innings on 601/3 in 130 overs at the start of the third day’s play, debutant pacer Zakary Foulkes picked a five-wicket haul and now holds the record for the best figures by a New Z…

Dominant performances from Healy and Garth take Australia ‘A’ to T20 series win

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Mackay (Australia), Aug 9 (IANS) Alyssa Healy struck a powerful 70 while Kim Garth picked a superb four-wicket haul as Australia ‘A’ trounced India ‘A’ by 114 runs to seal a T20I series victory in just the second game at the Great Barrier Reef Arena on Saturday.Alyssa followed her quickfire knock in the series opener by hitting a blistering 44-ball 70, laced with 12 boundaries, to set up Australia A’s total of 187/4. In reply, Kim led the hosts’ bowling effort with figures of 4-7, includ…

Man Utd sign Benjamin Sesko on five-year deal

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Manchester, Aug 9 (IANS) Manchester United have announced the signing of coveted striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig, on a deal reportedly worth up to 79 million Euros. The Slovenia international has signed a contract until June 2030 and is set to be unveiled to supporters at Old Trafford during Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Fiorentina.“The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future. When we discussed the project, it was clear …

Made a mistake by rushing back to playing cricket after back surgery, admits Rashid Khan

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New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) Afghanistan’s premier leg-spinner Rashid Khan admitted that he made a mistake by returning to cricketing action too quickly after his back surgery, which happened shortly after the 2023 ODI World Cup. After having a difficult IPL 2025 campaign, where he conceded 33 sixes while playing for Gujarat Titans (GT), Rashid took two months off and returned to action with a match-wining 3-11 in defending champions Oval Invincibles’ win over London Spirit in their first game of T…

Stacked with top defenders and quality raiders, Patna Pirates eye record-extending fourth PKL trophy

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Patna, Aug 9 (IANS) Patna Pirates will be aiming for a record-extending fourth Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) title in the upcoming Season 12. The three-time champions stormed into their fifth PKL final last season, only to go down to the Haryana Steelers.After missing out on their fourth PKL trophy, the Pirates released former head coach Narender Redhu just a few hours after the season 11 final.Ahead of Season 12, the Pirates appointed former India Kabaddi team captain Anup Kumar as their new head co…

AIFF to give ‘everything’ in support of clubs amidst ISL unrest

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New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) The All India Football Federation has confirmed that they will give full support to the Indian Super League clubs, following reports of the 13 teams wanting to bring the matter of the current suspension of the league to the immediate notice of the Supreme Court.The ISL is currently suspended with no start date given due to the stalling over the Masters Right Agreement with the FSDL which has forced a few clubs to suspend their footballing operations.“The AIFF has given …

‘No excuses now’: Dalot calls for improvement after Carrington redevelopment project

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Manchester, Aug 9 (IANS) Manchester United full back Diogo Dalot believes there are no excuses to hide behind now after the club completed the 50 million Pound redevelopment of the Carrington Training Complex. On Friday, United announced the completion of the redevelopment of the men’s first-team building at the Carrington Training Complex, marking an important milestone in the club’s commitment to providing world-class facilities for its players and staff.“Ultimately, we’re talking about …

Priyansh Arya credits childhood coach after blazing century in DPL 2025

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New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) Outer Delhi Warriors’ opener Priyansh Arya, after producing one of the standout knocks of the Delhi Premier League 2025, credited his childhood coach for inspiring his maiden century of the season.Outer Delhi Warriors (ODW) showcased a spirited batting display in their fourth game of the Delhi Premier League 2025 against East Delhi Riders, with opener Priyansh Arya stealing the spotlight through a scintillating 111 off just 56 balls, his first century of the season. Des…