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  Former England spinner weighs in as KL Rahul survives close shave call against Afghanistan

  June 06, 2026 14:58 IST

  Former England cricketer Graeme Swann took centre stage and talked about the close shave call that KL Rahul survived in the early stages of day 1 of the only Test of the ongoing series against Afghanistan.

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  BCCI names Virat Kohli's replacement for the ODI series vs Afghanistan

  June 06, 2026 14:23 IST

  With the Indian team all set to take on Afghanistan across three ODI matches after the conclusion of the one-off Test match, the BCCI has come forward and announced Virat Kohli's squad replacement for the upcoming series.

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  Iyer named India's T20I captain for England, Ireland series, SKY removed; Sooryavanshi picked

  June 06, 2026 23:43 IST

  The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has come forward and announced the Indian team's squads for the upcoming Ireland and England tour and for the Asian Games as well. There has been major buzz around the squad announcement as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been included.

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  'Very wrong': R Ashwin gives his take on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential inclusion

  June 06, 2026 12:47 IST

  Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin took centre stage and talked about the potential inclusion of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the Indian T20I team for the upcoming Ireland and England series.

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  Sunil Gavaskar pauses speech to answer wife's phone call, wins netizens' hearts: Watch

  June 06, 2026 12:07 IST

  Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar captured the attention of many fans as he stopped his speech at the Rotary Club at the Mumbai airport. Gavaskar was seen stopping his speech to pick up a phone call from his wife.

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  'Bit of a dream': Emilio Gay opens up after half-century on debut against New Zealand

  June 06, 2026 10:36 IST

  Debutant Emilio Gay was brilliant for his side in the second innings of the ongoing Test match against New Zealand. After hitting a half century on his debut, Emilio came forward and talked about his performance.

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  India opt to bat first against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, Manav Suthar gets his debut

  June 06, 2026 9:37 IST

  The only Test match between India and Afghanistan has gotten off to a good start for the hosts. India won the toss and opted to bat first in New Chandigarh. The side will hope to put in a good performance in the one-off Test match.

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  Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to clinch Norway Chess title

  June 06, 2026 7:56 IST

  In a major development, Praggnanandhaa has scripted history as he has become the first Indian to clinch the Norway Chess title, pulling off a sensational comeback, winning four straight classical rounds to clinch the title.

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  IND v AFG Pitch Report: How will the surface at MYS Int'l Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur play?

  June 06, 2026 7:09 IST

  With India taking on Afghanistan in the only Test of the upcoming mulit-format series, let us have a look at the pitch report for the clash that will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh.

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  17 wickets fall on Day 2 of Lord's Test, New Zealand need 218 runs to seal win

  June 05, 2026 23:50 IST

  A chaotic second day at Lord’s saw 17 wickets fall as England and New Zealand traded collapses in a low-scoring Test. New Zealand need 218 to win, while England require seven wickets after 33 wickets fell across two days in a dramatic contest.

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  Will Iran play FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in USA amid ongoing war? White House gives indication

  June 05, 2026 23:23 IST

  Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup appears on track after the United States granted visas to the national team. The squad will be based in Mexico before Group G matches against New Zealand, Belgium and Egypt in the US.

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  Why did Matteo Arnaldi pull out of French Open semi-final?

  June 05, 2026 22:53 IST

  Matteo Arnaldi withdrew from his French Open semi-final against fellow Italian Flavio Cobolli due to a virus just minutes before the match. The late withdrawal sent Cobolli directly into the Roland Garros final, where he will face Alexander Zverev.

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  India vs Afghanistan Live telecast: When and where to watch IND vs AFG one-off Test on TV and online

  June 05, 2026 21:46 IST

  India begin their red-ball season with a one-off Test against Afghanistan on June 6, using the match to continue their transition phase. Afghanistan start a new chapter under Richard Pybus as both sides seek progress in the longest format. Check where to watch the Test.

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  India's late comeback leaves Pakistan rattled in U18 Hockey Asia Cup, Ashish Purti nets four

  June 05, 2026 21:00 IST

  India fought back from 2-3 down to defeat Pakistan 5-3 in the U18 Men’s Hockey Asia Cup semi-final in Japan. Ashish Tani Purti scored four goals, including a hat-trick of penalty-corner strikes, to send India into the final against hosts Japan.

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  India vs Tajiskistan Live: When and where to watch in India?

  June 05, 2026 20:16 IST

  India will face Tajikistan in two international friendlies in Hisor on June 5 and June 9 after a poor Unity Cup run. Khalid Jamil’s side sees Ryan Williams ruled out injured, with Parthib Gogoi replacing him and no Mohun Bagan SG players included. Check where to watch.

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  One cricketer set for debut in one-off Test vs Afghanistan: Check India's probable playing XI

  June 05, 2026 19:47 IST

  India are set to begin their 2026 Test season against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh with Shubman Gill returning as captain. Sai Sudharsan is likely to bat at No. 3, while Harsh Dubey could debut as India finalise their probable playing XI.

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  Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage surpasses Neeraj Chopra's mark in Rome Diamond League

  June 05, 2026 18:04 IST

  Rumesh Pathirage threw a 92.62m at the Rome Diamond League, becoming the first to cross 90m in 2026 and setting a meet record. He surpassed Neeraj Chopra’s 90.23m mark while Sachin Yadav struggled on his Diamond League debut.

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  Why is India vs Afghanistan Test not part of WTC cycle? When will India feature in WTC again?

  June 05, 2026 16:54 IST

  India's one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh will not count towards the World Test Championship as Afghanistan are not part of the WTC structure and the fixture is not a multi-match series. India will next return to WTC action in New Zealand.

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  Cricket Canada plans detailed roadmap to overturn ICC's suspension

  June 05, 2026 16:14 IST

  Cricket Canada has submitted a detailed reform plan to the ICC after its associate membership was suspended over governance and financial concerns. The board has also formed an independent committee as it seeks a swift return to compliance.

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  'Not surprised': Former India cricketer weighs in on India's imminent T20I captaincy change

  June 05, 2026 14:30 IST

  Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif opened up on the report of star batter Suryakumar Yadav's sacking as India's T20I captain. He did opine that Suryakumar Yadav should retain his place in the T20I squad despite losing his captaincy.

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  Sai Sudharsan set to get the nod at number three in Afghanistan Test, spinners to be tested

  June 05, 2026 13:05 IST

  With the Indian team all set to take on Afghanistan in the one-off Test match from June 6th, the hosts' head coach took centre stage and talked about giving star batter Sai Sudharsan a proper chance at the number three spot in the longest format.

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  'Don't take it that seriously': Manchester City chairman makes shocking revelation after Pep's exit

  June 05, 2026 12:40 IST

  Manchester City chairman Al Mubarak came forward and talked about how former head coach Pep Guardiola tried to quit 100 times in 10 years, and had to be managed as he finally left the club after 10 years of service.

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  Rohit Sharma yet to report to CoE for fitness test, set to train in Mohali ahead of Afghanistan ODIs

  June 05, 2026 11:06 IST

  With the Indian team all set to take on Afghanistan across three ODIs after the one Test match, there are still discussions over the inclusion of Rohit Sharma in the team as the veteran batter is reportedly yet to report to the CoE for the fitness test.

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  How far can Brazil go in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026? Casemiro rates his side's chances

  June 05, 2026 10:14 IST

  Veteran Brazilian midfielder Casemiro took centre stage and talked about his side's chances in the upcoming edition of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The five-time champions will begin their campaign by taking on Morocco on June 14th.

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  Rishabh Pant set to achieve legendary Test record ahead of one-off Test against Afghanistan

  June 05, 2026 9:26 IST

  Star India wicket keeper batter Rishabh Pant is all set to achieve a legendary Test feat as he is just six sixes away from becoming the first Indian player in history to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket history.

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  'Great effort from everyone': Ollie Robinson opens up after England claw their way back against NZ

  June 05, 2026 8:06 IST

  Star England pacer Ollie Robinson gave his take on the performance that the hosts put in against New Zealand on day 1 of the ongoing first Test between the two sides at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

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  'We have to win': Shaheen Afridi opens up on pitch discourse after ODI series win against Australia

  June 05, 2026 7:15 IST

  Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi took centre stage and talked about the recent discussions over the pitch in play in the ODI series against Australia. He opined that every home team uses pitches that suit their style of play after the ODI series win.

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  New Zealand wilt under England assault on Day 1 of Lord’s Test

  June 04, 2026 23:54 IST

  England recovered strongly after being bowled out for 140 in the first Test at Lord’s, with Ollie Robinson ripping through New Zealand’s top order. Kyle Jamieson starred earlier with a five-wicket haul, but the visitors struggled in reply with the bat.