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  Hardik Pandya earns BCCI's clearance to return to play, set to feature in SMAT, T20Is vs SA

  December 01, 2025 18:05 IST

  Hardik Pandya has completed rehab at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence and is cleared to bowl, with a T20I return expected against South Africa. He’ll test his fitness for Baroda in SMAT games, monitored by selector Pragyan Ojha, ahead of World Cup-focused workload plans.

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  Marnus Labuschagne backs Usman Khawaja amid poor form and talks of losing opening slot

  December 01, 2025 17:24 IST

  Marnus Labuschagne backed Usman Khawaja amid scrutiny over the opener’s form and fitness, saying the veteran needs no guidance. With Travis Head impressing and Khawaja’s future debated, Labuschagne stressed that team priorities outweigh individual career decisions.

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  'Something wrong': R Ashwin questions India all-rounder's exclusion from first ODI squad against SA

  December 01, 2025 17:21 IST

  Former India international Ravichandran Ashwin came forward and questioned why star all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is not being picked in India's playing XI after the first ODI of the ongoing series against South Africa.

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  Shubman Gill injury update: India skipper heads to Bengaluru, awaits clearance for T20I series

  December 01, 2025 16:53 IST

  Star India batter Shubman Gill has reached the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru as he is midway through his rehab for the neck injury that he sustained in the first Test of the ongoing multi-format series against South Africa.

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  Will RCB host IPL 2026 matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru after stampede massacre?

  December 01, 2025 16:44 IST

  Karnataka has halted IPL 2026 matches at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium until NABL-certified experts confirm its structural safety. The move follows a June stampede that killed 11 and injured nearly 50, prompting strict scrutiny of the venue’s readiness.

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  New Zealand vs West Indies Live: When and where to watch NZ vs WI Test series on TV and streaming?

  December 01, 2025 15:11 IST

  New Zealand will begin their World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 campaign with a three-match home series against the West Indies. Black Caps haven't had a great time in Test cricket since winning the inaugural Test mace, but will be looking to build on the away India series win last year.

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  Ashes: Usman Khawaja faces race against time to be fit for home Test at Gabba

  December 01, 2025 14:35 IST

  Usman Khawaja didn’t bat in the second innings in the Ashes opener in Perth with a back spasm, due to which he struggled throughout the Test. If Khawaja is doubtful for the second game in Brisbane, Travis Head, who replaced him at the top, might be required to do the job again for Australia.

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  'You need them': Mohammad Kaif takes dig at team India management after first ODI win against SA

  December 01, 2025 14:29 IST

  Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif recently came forward and talked about the performances of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the first ODI of the ongoing multi-format series against South Africa.

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  Lionel Messi surpasses Ferenc Puskas, achieves historic feat

  December 01, 2025 13:37 IST

  Legendary Argentine forward Lionel Messi broke the record for most assists in football history, surpassing the former Hungarian footballer Ferenc Puskas in the list as he helped Inter Miami lift the East Conference title.

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  'Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma have made opposition look silly': KL Rahul after IND vs SA 1st ODI

  December 01, 2025 12:45 IST

  Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma played stellar knocks in the first ODI between India and South Africa in Ranchi. While Rohit hit a strong 57, Kohli smacked a brilliant century in the series opener.

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  Virat Kohli teases Jaiswal with hilarious 'Lagan Lagi' dance step because of his hairstyle - WATCH

  December 01, 2025 12:36 IST

  Yashasvi Jaiswal played just his second ODI for India on Sunday, with regular captain Shubman Gill unavailable because of his neck injury. Jaiswal scored just 18 with the bat, however, India won the first ODI in Ranchi, riding on Virat Kohli's magnificent 52nd century in the format.

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  India settle for silver in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup final with 0-1 defeat against Belgium

  December 01, 2025 12:16 IST

  Team India lost the final of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup after Belgium registered a 1-0 victory against them in the final of the tournament through a resilient performance in defence, keeping the Men in Blue at bay.

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  Jaydev Unadkat creates history in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, breaks all-time major record

  December 01, 2025 11:52 IST

  Jaydev Unadkat created a major record in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy during Saurashtra's clash against Delhi. Unadkat achieved a major milestone after taking one wicket in the fixture against Delhi in Ahmedabad.

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  'No questions about anything': Sitanshu Kotak gives his take on Rohit-Kohli's future ahead of ODI WC

  December 01, 2025 11:23 IST

  Team India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak recently came forward and talked about what the future holds for veteran batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their stellar performance in the first ODI of the ongoing series against South Africa.

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  Kohli shatters all-time international record after Ranchi heroics; leaves Sachin, Kallis behind

  December 01, 2025 10:09 IST

  Virat Kohli smashed his 52nd ODI century and 83rd overall as he resumed from where he finished off in Australia in Sydney, as India took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series against South Africa in Ranchi. Kohli's century helped India get to 349, which was eventually enough.

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  'Nothing to do with cricket anymore, it's the way I live': Kohli on his stupendous physical fitness

  December 01, 2025 9:32 IST

  Virat Kohli, who confirmed that it will just be the ODI format that he will continue to represent India in, reiterated that he is irreplaceable at the moment, smashing a magnificent 135 off just 120 balls to set up the hosts' 17-run win against South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday.

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  For first time in ODIs! South Africa achieve major record in 1st ODI against India

  December 01, 2025 8:48 IST

  India survived a scare from South Africa in the first ODI of their three-match series against South Africa as they registered a 17-run win at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi. Meanwhile, South Africa have created a major record despite losing the opener against India.

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  How can Max Verstappen, Norris and Piastri win F1 2025 title as battle heads to final race?

  December 01, 2025 8:25 IST

  Max Verstappen's late lunge has meant the Formula 1 2025 title race is going down to the final race with three drivers fighting for the crown for the first time since 2010. Verstappen is now 12 points adrift of the leader, Lando Norris, after his win in the Qatar GP.

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  India, SA script fixture history in Ranchi after Proteas nearly pull off 350-run chase in 1st ODI

  December 01, 2025 8:30 IST

  South Africa nearly pulled off the unthinkable in the first ODI in Ranchi after the middle order and lower middle order chipped in, with Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch shining through. However, 349 eventually proved to be just enough for India to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

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  Steve Smith tests anti-glare eye patches ahead of pink ball Gabba Ashes Test

  November 30, 2025 23:18 IST

  Steve Smith tested black anti-glare strips during Australia’s Brisbane training as he searches for solutions to his long-standing pink-ball struggles. With the Gabba day-night Ashes Test approaching, his experiment adds intrigue as Australia defend a 1–0 series lead.

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  Virat Kohli dismisses rumours of Test return after century against South Africa in Ranchi

  November 30, 2025 23:50 IST

  Amid speculation of a Test comeback, Virat Kohli ended all debate in Ranchi, declaring he will play only ODIs. His 135 and 52nd ODI ton powered India’s 17-run win over South Africa and pushed him past Sachin Tendulkar for most hundreds in a single format.

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  Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav stun South Africa in Ranchi; Breetzke-Jansen's late effort goes in vain

  November 30, 2025 23:50 IST

  India bounced back in Ranchi as Kohli’s 135 and a 136-run stand with Rohit, powered them to 349. Rana, Arshdeep and Kuldeep derailed South Africa’s chase despite resistance from Breetzke and Jansen. India sealed a 17-run win to go 1–0 up in the series.

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  Will Travis Head open again in second Ashes Test against England? Player shares update

  November 30, 2025 20:56 IST

  Travis Head remains open to continuing as opener after his match-winning century in Perth, with Australia yet to decide his role for the Gabba Test. As Usman Khawaja works toward full fitness, Head says he’s prepared for “anything” as the team finalises its plans.

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  Harshit Rana delivers fiery send-off to Dewald Brevis after picking up his wicket in Ranchi: Watch

  November 30, 2025 20:27 IST

  Harshit Rana bounced back in Ranchi, taking key wickets of Rickelton, de Kock, and Brevis. His fiery send-off after dismissing Brevis went viral, though it could attract ICC penalties, marking a dominant but controversial display from the pacer.

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  Shah Rukh Khan reacts to Andre Russell's IPL retirement, welcomes him back in KKR as power coach

  November 30, 2025 19:24 IST

  Andre Russell ended his 14-year IPL playing career after being released by KKR, joining their backroom staff as a power coach. Shah Rukh Khan praised his contributions, calling him a “Knight in shining armour,” as Russell’s legacy in purple and gold continues.

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  Rohit Sharma's viral reaction to Virat Kohli’s 52nd ODI ton steals spotlight in first ODI vs SA

  November 30, 2025 18:44 IST

  Rohit Sharma’s animated, viral reaction to Virat Kohli’s record 52nd ODI century lit up the Ranchi ODI. Kohli scored 135, added a 136-run stand with Rohit, and the pair also broke the Tendulkar-Dravid record by playing their 392nd match together.

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  Sehwag, Irfan and others react to Virat Kohli's record-breaking hundred in IND vs SA 1st ODI

  November 30, 2025 18:30 IST

  Virat Kohli shattered a Sachin Tendulkar world record after hitting his 52nd ODI century during the first ODI against South Africa. The cricket fraternity dived into euphoria after Kohli's century.

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  Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli break partnership world record in IND vs SA 1st ODI in Ranchi

  November 30, 2025 17:52 IST

  Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli turned on their beast mode as the two shattered a major partnership record during the first ODI between India and South Africa at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.