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After Shock Loss In Game One, D Gukesh Notches Up First Win In World Chess Championship

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh clinched his first win over defending champion Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship, outplaying the Chinese on time control in the third round to draw level on points here on Wednesday. Having lost the first game rather badly with black pieces, Gukesh struck gold thanks to his preparation that gave him a huge advantage on the clock as Liren spent a lot of time mulling his moves in the first phase of the game. Both players now have 1.5 points each after the second game ended in a draw on Tuesday.

D Gukesh vs Ding Liren: How The World Chess Championship Shapes Up After 3 Rounds

With nerves no longer a concern for him, teenaged Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh will hold the psychological edge against a slightly shaken defending champion Ding Liren when the two resume their intriguing battle for the World Championship crown in the fourth round here on Friday. Having demonstrated better preparation and claimed his first victory in the third round, the 18-year-old Gukesh is expectedly upbeat and would be looking to just relax on the first rest today. With a maximum of 11 games remaining under classical time control, the scores are tied at 1.5-1.5. This was after Liren won the opener and the second game ended in a draw.

Rigid Pakistan Cricket Board's Shocker To ICC Ahead Of Champions Trophy Meet: "Not Acceptable..."

The Pakistan Cricket Board informed the International Cricket Council on Thursday that it will not accept the Hybrid model for the Champions Trophy, and asked the global governing body not to discuss the option in Friday's board meeting. The ICC has convened a meeting of the executive members virtually to resolve the scheduling imbroglio surrounding the marquee event after India's refusal to send the team across the border. "I can confirm that PCB has a few hours back told the ICC that a Hybrid Model is not acceptable to them," a source told PTI.

India Awarded Hosting Rights Of 2026 Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup

India will host the 2026 Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup, the national shooting federation announced on Wednesday, continuing its drive to bring big-ticket events to the country. The decision to give India the continental tournament was taken by the executive committee of the Asian Shooting Confederation (ASC). In a letter to National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) secretary general K. Sultan Singh from his counterpart at ASC, Eng. Duaij AlOtaibi, the host federation has been asked to inform the continental body of the proposed dates for the same.

Brits consider new loophole to avoid inheritance tax - what you need to know

Many people could be liable for an unexpected Inheritance Tax bill following Rachel Reeves' changes to the exemption rules from 2027 onwards. However, there are still a few key loopholes and escapes that could allow people to lessen the burden on future generations.

"As If We Weren't Suffering Enough": Australian PM Pokes Virat Kohli, Gets Epic Reply

The Indian men's cricket team met Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ahead of the 2-day practice match in Canberra. India's returning skipper Rohit Sharma introduced Mr. Albanese to the entire Indian team. Though it was only for a brief period that the Australian PM met members of the Indian team, he did have some 'spicy' talks with Virat Kohli. In a video that has surfaced on social media, Mr. Albanese was seen having a cheeky conversation with Virat, where he lauded the Indian cricket icon's performance at Perth in the first Test.

"I Think He Could...": Rahul Dravid's Big Prediction For Virat Kohli In Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid said that star India Virat Kohli could have a big series against Australia during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and getting a century at the start of the series is nice for him. Virat broke his Test century drought of over 500 days and showcased his class in his favourite Australian conditions, slamming a return-to-form century against the Aussies at Perth's Optus Stadium, tiring out the Aussies mentally and physically to set the tone for a 295-run win.

"Take Notes": Australia Selector Slammed For Shaking Hands With Team India After 1st Test

India achieved a spectacular victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series, at Perth. Australia were defeated in humiliating fashion, losing by a massive margin of 295 runs. In the aftermath of the game, former Australia T20I captain and current chairman of selectors George Bailey joined the players and staff in shaking hands with the victorious Indian team. This action of Bailey's came under tremendous criticism from former Australia wicket-keeper Ian Healy after the match.

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After Shock Loss In Game One, D Gukesh Notches Up First Win In World Chess Championship

D Gukesh vs Ding Liren: How The World Chess Championship Shapes Up After 3 Rounds

Rigid Pakistan Cricket Board's Shocker To ICC Ahead Of Champions Trophy Meet: "Not Acceptable..."

India Awarded Hosting Rights Of 2026 Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup

Brits consider new loophole to avoid inheritance tax - what you need to know

"As If We Weren't Suffering Enough": Australian PM Pokes Virat Kohli, Gets Epic Reply

"I Think He Could...": Rahul Dravid's Big Prediction For Virat Kohli In Border-Gavaskar Trophy

"Take Notes": Australia Selector Slammed For Shaking Hands With Team India After 1st Test