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  Delhi's extreme pollution forced world number 2 to pull out of India Open, handed 500 USD fine

  January 14, 2026 14:47 IST

  Anders Antonsen withdrew from the India Open 2026, citing Delhi’s extreme pollution, marking his third consecutive absence. Mia Blichfeldt also raised hygiene concerns at training areas. BAI defended the venue, while BWF has yet to respond.

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  Virat Kohli reigns supreme as number 1 ODI batter, Rohit Sharma drops to third

  January 14, 2026 14:06 IST

  Virat Kohli has reclaimed the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings after scoring 93 against New Zealand, making it five straight 50+ scores. Rohit Sharma slipped to third after a low score, while Daryl Mitchell rose to second following his 84 in Vadodara.

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  Why is Hardik Pandya not playing 2nd ODI vs New Zealand in Rajkot?

  January 14, 2026 13:26 IST

  India face New Zealand in the 2nd ODI at Rajkot, aiming to seal the series. Hardik Pandya remains absent after not being cleared to bowl 10 overs, while Washington Sundar is injured and replaced by Ayush Badoni. New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first.

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  Why is Washington Sundar not playing vs New Zealand in 2nd ODI in Rajkot?

  January 14, 2026 13:11 IST

  Washington Sundar has been ruled out with an injury and for the same reason, the all-rounder didn't feature in the playing XI for the second ODI against New Zealand. Nitish Kumar Reddy replaced the cricketer in the playing XI, as Ayush Badoni awaits.

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  IND vs NZ 2nd ODI LIVE Cricket Score: Daryl Mitchell's century helps New Zealand level series

  January 18, 2026 12:46 IST

  IND vs NZ 2nd ODI Live Cricket Score: Daryl Mitchell smashed an unbeaten 131 in the 285-run chase as New Zealand leveled the series. KL Rahul's century earlier in the day went in vain as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli got out in their 20s.

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  Will Josh Hazlewood be fit for T20 World Cup 2026? Pacer shares major update

  January 14, 2026 11:35 IST

  Josh Hazlewood is confident he will be fit for Australia’s T20 World Cup opener despite missing the Ashes with hamstring and Achilles issues. The fast bowler is targeting a warm-up game and won’t play BBL or Pakistan T20Is. He mentioned that the recovery is on track.

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  West Indies reach out to Nicolas Pooran to reverse retirement decision for T20 World Cup

  January 14, 2026 10:25 IST

  Cricket West Indies probed Nicholas Pooran about a T20 World Cup return, but he remains retired. Director Miles Bascombe confirmed attempted to include him and legends like Bravo, Pollard, and Russell in the squad or management, but schedule conflicts remain problematic.

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  Egypt vs Senegal, Morocco vs Nigeria: Where to watch AFCON semi-final live on TV and online in India

  January 14, 2026 10:04 IST

  Egypt and Senegal clash in the AFCON 2025 semi-final, with Salah and Mane headlining. Egypt beat Côte d’Ivoire 3‑2 in the quarters while Senegal edged Mali 1‑0. The winner faces Morocco or Nigeria in the final, both teams having strong unbeaten runs in the tournament.

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  Why is Ayush Badoni suddenly called up in Indian team despite poor form in Vijay Hazare Trophy?

  January 14, 2026 8:36 IST

  Ayush Badoni earned a call-up for India’s remaining ODIs against New Zealand despite poor Vijay Hazare form, as Washington Sundar’s injury left a bowling gap. His ability to bowl 4–5 overs and IPL experience made him a key all-round backup.

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  IND vs NZ 2nd ODI pitch report: How will surface at Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot play?

  January 14, 2026 7:20 IST

  India will host New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on January 14. With a win in Vadodara, India are leading 1-0 in the series. Ahead of the marquee clash, check out the pitch report of Rajkot.

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  England set to reject pink-ball Ashes Test requests, unlikely to host any: Report

  January 14, 2026 6:51 IST

  England plan to block pink-ball, day-night Tests in future Ashes tours, telling Cricket Australia they believe the series does not need the format, despite broadcaster appeal. A one-off pink-ball Test is already scheduled for the 2027 MCG anniversary Test.

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  Marcus Stoinis shares update on his injury, will he be fit for T20 World Cup 2026?

  January 14, 2026 6:28 IST

  Marcus Stoinis says he expects to be fit for the BBL finals and available for the T20 World Cup after injuring his right thumb in the Melbourne Stars’ win over Adelaide. He was retired hurt following the suggestions and stated to go for scans after the game.

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  Harmanpreet Kaur becomes first Indian cricketer to achieve major feat in WPL history

  January 13, 2026 23:19 IST

  Harmanpreet Kaur starred with an unbeaten 71 to lead Mumbai Indians to a seven-wicket win over Gujarat Giants in WPL 2026. She became the first Indian to score 1000 WPL runs as Gujarat’s late surge proved insufficient.

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  Ayushi Soni on debut becomes first cricketer ever to be retired out in WPL history

  January 13, 2026 22:38 IST

  Ayushi Soni made WPL history by becoming the first batter to be retired out during Gujarat Giants’ 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians. The tactical move paid off as Bharti Fulmali’s explosive cameo helped Gujarat post 192/5.

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  Jitesh Sharma picks his all-time IPL XI, no place for Virat Kohli

  January 13, 2026 21:45 IST

  Jitesh Sharma has sparked debate by leaving Virat Kohli out of his all-time IPL XI despite being RCB teammates during their 2025 title win. The wicketkeeper-batter named MS Dhoni as captain, with Rohit Sharma and Adam Gilchrist opening, ahead of IPL 2026.

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  Ali Khan of Pakistan origin denied India visa for T20 World Cup; USA pacer claims on social media

  January 13, 2026 20:51 IST

  USA fast bowler Ali Khan has claimed he was denied an Indian visa ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, where the USA are set to face hosts India on February 7. The ICC is understood to be working to resolve the issue as visa concerns resurface for teams with players of Pakistani origin.

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  Why is Nat Sciver-Brunt not playing for Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants in WPL 2026?

  January 13, 2026 19:19 IST

  Mumbai Indians were forced to bench Nat Sciver-Brunt against Gujarat Giants in WPL 2026 due to illness. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur welcomed Hayley Matthews’ return, praising her all-round abilities to step in and take responsibility for the team.

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  MI-W vs GG-W WPL Match Score Live: Mumbai Indians strong finish in final overs to win vs Gujarat

  January 13, 2026 22:34 IST

  Gujarat Giants remain undefeated in the 2026 season, defeating UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals. Mumbai Indians, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, aim to regain form after a loss to RCB, with Nat Sciver-Brunt and Kaur in strong form. They play each other on January 13 in Navi Mumbai.

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  Lamine Yamal denies giving guard of honour to Real Madrid after Supercopa, new video goes viral

  January 13, 2026 17:51 IST

  Lamine Yamal sparked debate after standing apart during Real Madrid’s medal ceremony following Barcelona’s 3-2 Supercopa win. Mbappe also urged Madrid to skip the guard of honour, an incident linked to Xabi Alonso’s later departure.

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  Faf du Plessis ruled out of remainder of SA20 season, Joburg Super Kings announce new captain

  January 13, 2026 16:50 IST

  Joburg Super Kings captain Faf du Plessis has been ruled out of the rest of the SA20 season with a right thumb ligament tear requiring surgery. His absence casts doubt over his participation in the upcoming PSL. Donovan Ferreira has been appointed as new captain.

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  Michael Carrick appointed as Manchester United caretaker coach

  January 13, 2026 16:10 IST

  Michael Carrick has been appointed Manchester United caretaker manager following Ruben Amorim’s sacking. Supported by Steve Holland and a new-look staff, Carrick returns to the dugout and will take charge of Saturday’s derby against Manchester City.

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  ICC holds meeting with BCB officials for T20 World Cup 2026

  January 13, 2026 15:50 IST

  BCB reiterated its refusal to travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 over security concerns during talks with the ICC, requesting match relocation. The ICC urged reconsideration, with discussions set to continue.

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  How many runs does Virat Kohli need to break Sachin Tendulkar's record for most international runs?

  January 13, 2026 14:33 IST

  Virat Kohli shattered Sachin Tendulkar's record for fastest to 28000 runs in international cricket. He is now the second-highest run-scorer across the three formats and is only behind Tendulkar. Here is how many runs Kohli needs to score to get past Tendulkar.

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  Virat Kohli spots 'Chota Chiku', tells Rohit Sharma 'dekh mera duplicate baitha hai'

  January 13, 2026 13:07 IST

  Virat Kohli spotted his lookalike while training ahead of the first ODI between India and New Zealand in Vadodara. The fan has revealed what Kohli said after seeing his doppleganger.

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  Why is Ishant Sharma captaining Delhi in Vijay Hazare Trophy QF against Vidarbha? Explained

  January 13, 2026 11:15 IST

  Ishant Sharma was made the Delhi captain for their Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinal against Vidarbha. The Delhi side is looking to down the 2024/25 runners-up and make its way into the semifinals.

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  Paris FC stun defending champions PSG to knock them out of French Cup

  January 13, 2026 10:31 IST

  Former PSG winger Jonathan Ikone starred with the only goal of the match as he found the back of the net for Paris FC in a stunning win in the French Cup round of 32. This was Paris FC's first win against their richer and more illustrious neighbour.

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  Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinals live cricket score: Punjab,Vidharbha progress to next round

  January 13, 2026 18:46 IST

  Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinal live cricket score: Last season's runners-up Vidarbha are up against Delhi in their Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinal, while Punjab lock horns against Madhya Pradesh in their knockout clash. Follow for all the latest updates,

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  5 Players who can replace Alyssa Healy as next Australia captain ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

  January 13, 2026 8:35 IST

  Alyssa Healy has announced that she will be retiring from all cricket after the conclusion of Australia's home series against India in February-March 2026. Here are five players who can replace Healy and become the next Australian skipper.