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India, Bangladesh Play Out Goalless Draw In 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

India did not get the start they were looking for in their 2027 AFC Asian Cup third round qualifying match as they played out a goal-less draw against familiar rivals Bangladesh on Tuesday. Bangladesh were slightly the better side in the first half with more attacking moves and corner kicks but without any clear-cut chances. India put up a much better performance in the next 45 minutes, putting Bangladesh under a lot of pressure but the chances were few and far between.

19 Ducks In IPL: Glenn Maxwell Commits DRS Blunder For Unwanted Milestone, Ricky Ponting's Reaction Says It All

When Punjab Kings bought Glenn Maxwell at the IPL 2025 auction, the expectations were sky high from the Australian power-hitter. However, his first match for his old franchise was a forgettable one as he got out for a golden duck as he went for a reverse sweep on his first ball against Sai Kishore and was adjudged LBW. To make matters worse, replays showed the ball was missing the stumps but Maxwell did not go for the DRS. Also, this was his 19th duck in the IPL - most for any batter.

What Virat Kohli Told Eden Gardens Pitch Invader During IPL 2025 Opener: "Jaldi Se..."

A day in jail and a ban on entering the Eden Gardens this Indian Premier League season. 18-year-old Rituparno Pakhira had to pay the price for breaching the security to meet his idol Virat Kohli. However, Pakhira does not regret his actions as he got the chance to dive at Kohli's feet and also got a hug from the batting maestro. For the unversed, Pakhira breached security protocols to see Kohli from close, climbing a wired fence during Saturday's IPL 2025 opener between Kohli's Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

IPL's 2nd New Ball Rule Gets Implemented For The First Time, What Happens Next Stuns All

The IPL 2025 has seen four rules being implemented or changed leading to intrigue. The rules range from saliva being used to shine the ball to a new Code of Conduct to expansion of DRS scope. The fourth rule change is the most intriguing one. It is regarding replacement of wet ball to counter dew. "To address challenges posed by dew during evening matches, the team bowling second will now have the option to request a ball change once after the 10th over," the IPL said in a statement.

Ban On Indian Kabaddi Federation Will Be Lifted Next Month: International Body Chief Vinod Kumar Tiwari

In a respite for Indian kabaddi players, the international governing body of the sport is set to lift suspension imposed on the national federation next month after the court-appointed administrator handed over the charge to the 'elected body'. International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) President Vinod Kumar Tiwari told PTI that the ban will be lifted after an executive council meeting scheduled next month. The IKF had banned the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) in July last year after the 'elected body' was not allowed to take charge.

ICC Retains Nitin Menon In Elite Panel Of Umpires, Jayaraman Madangopal Promoted To Emerging Panel

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday included Allahudien Paleker of South Africa and England's Alex Wharf in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires which features Nitin Menon as the only Indian, while Jayaraman Madangopal has been promoted to the Emerging Panel. Michael Gough and Joel Wilson will make way for the two new entrants in Palekar and Wharf. According to BCCI sources, the 50-year-old Madangopal has been promoted to the Emerging Panel which makes him eligible to officiate in overseas Tests and ODIs. Former Tamil Nadu player Madangopal has so far officiated in one Test, 22 ODIs and 42 T20Is.

Leading India Players Likely In 'A' Squad For England Lions 4-Day Matches

Some of India's frontline players are likely to be part of the 'A' squad which will face the Lions in two four-day matches during the May-June window in preparation for the five-match Test series against England. India will begin their 45-day trip to England with the first Test at Headingley on June 20, as they will attempt to win the first away series at the Old Blighty since 2007. "The first four-day match will be hosted at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence in Canterbury from May 30. The second match is scheduled to begin a week later on June 6 at the County Ground in Northampton," the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement.

India vs Bangladesh LIVE Updates, AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: Hamza Choudhury Shines, Chhetri Flops; India Held To 0-0 Draw By Bangladesh

India vs Bangladesh LIVE Updates, AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Football: The second-half is underway between India and Bangladesh, with the scores level at 0-0 after 85 minutes in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier. Sunil Chhetri had a disappointing game, missing a few chances before being substituted. Bangladesh have not been able to capitalise on a few messes by India goalkeeper Vishal Kaith. Hamza Choudhury, who has made over 100 appearances for Premier League side Leicester City, is making his international debut for Bangladesh, but was booed by the crowd in Shillong. In the first half, India survived a huge scare, with defender Subhasish Bose needing to make a goalline clearance after an error by Kaith. India ended the second-half well, but failed to convert a few chances. It is the first game of both nations in the third round of qualifiers.

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India, Bangladesh Play Out Goalless Draw In 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

19 Ducks In IPL: Glenn Maxwell Commits DRS Blunder For Unwanted Milestone, Ricky Ponting's Reaction Says It All

What Virat Kohli Told Eden Gardens Pitch Invader During IPL 2025 Opener: "Jaldi Se..."

IPL's 2nd New Ball Rule Gets Implemented For The First Time, What Happens Next Stuns All

Ban On Indian Kabaddi Federation Will Be Lifted Next Month: International Body Chief Vinod Kumar Tiwari

ICC Retains Nitin Menon In Elite Panel Of Umpires, Jayaraman Madangopal Promoted To Emerging Panel

Leading India Players Likely In 'A' Squad For England Lions 4-Day Matches

India vs Bangladesh LIVE Updates, AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: Hamza Choudhury Shines, Chhetri Flops; India Held To 0-0 Draw By Bangladesh