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Javed Akhtar's Message To Mohammed Shami Amid Roza Row In Champions Trophy: "Reactionary Bigoted Idiots"

Indian cricket team pacer Mohammed Shami found himself embroiled in an unnecessary controversy after being targeted over not keeping Roza (fast) during the ICC Champions Trophy match against Australia. The visual of Shami consuming an energy drink during the match, which fell after the start of the holy month of Ramzan, became a big talking-point on social media. The visual prompted the national president of the All India Muslim Jamaat, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi, to label Shami a 'sinner' for the act.

Virat Kohli Signs Autograph As Excited Fan Greets Team India

Indian cricket fans bid a fond farewell to Team India as they departed after practice, showering them with cheers and applause. The players reciprocated the love by signing autographs and interacting with their enthusiastic supporters.

We Must Host The Olympics, Says Mahesh Bhupathi

Former Indian tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi said that India must host the Olympics and also talked about the challenges non-cricket sports face in India. Bhupathi was speaking at the at Trailblazers 3.0 Conclave organised by RevSportz in Kolkata. Speaking at the conclave, Bhupathi said, "We must host the Olympics, be it in 2036 or 2046." Notably, India has expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), on October 1 last year, formally sent a 'Letter of Intent' to the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) Future Host Commission, expressing India's interest in hosting the Olympics and Paralympics Games in 2036.

Tallon Griekspoor Stuns Top-Seeded Alexander Zverev, Avenges French Open Heartbreak

Tallon Griekspoor stunned top-seeded Alexander Zverev 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/4) in the second round at Indian Wells on Friday, avenging a devastating loss to the German at Roland Garros last year. Zverev, the world number two who is heading the field of the prestigious ATP Masters event with No. 1 Jannik Sinner serving a three-month drugs ban, is the first Indian Wells men's top seed to lose his opening match since Andy Murray in 2017. It was a cherished win for Griekspoor, who had lost five straight matches -- including four last year -- to the German.

Champions Trophy 'Unfair Advantage': Cheteshwar Pujara's Blunt Verdict Puts End To Controversy

The critical sentiment over India's 'unfair advantage' controversy in the ICC Champions Trophy continues to grow, with several former cricketers and even current stars highlighting how the hybrid model for the tournament highly favours India. As part of the agreement between the International Cricket Council, the Pakistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India, Rohit Sharma's men were scheduled to play all their games in Dubai during the Champions Trophy. As India progress to the final of the tournament, it's the format of the tournament that's being credited more for their success than the players' performances.

WPL 2025: Harleen Deol's Unbeaten 70 Overshadows Meg Lanning's 92 In GG's 5-Wicket Win Over DC

Skipper Meg Lanning's impactful 92 went in vain as Gujarat Giants defeated table-toppers Delhi Capitals by five wickets to register a hat-trick of wins and book their place in the Eliminator of the Women's Premier League in Lucknow on Friday. Already through to the playoffs, Delhi Capitals rode on Lanning's 57-ball 92 laced with 15 boundaries and a six to pile up a competitive 177 for five. But the total was not enough as Gujarat rode on Harleen Deol's unbeaten 70 off 49 balls and Beth Mooney's 35-ball 44 to be in contention.

India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy Final Pitch Selected. Here's Its Pakistan Connection

The pitch for the ICC Champions Trophy final between India and Pakistan has reportedly been selected. With the title-decider in Dubai just two days away, the authorities have finalised the strip, of many, which will be put into use on Sunday. The ground staff reportedly watered the entire square ahead of the final, and have decided to mark the center-wicket for the final between India and New Zealand. Notably, it's the same wicket that was used for the high-profile India vs Pakistan clash in the group stage of the tournament.

Tallon Griekspoor stuns top seed Alexander Zverev at Indian Wells - ESPN

INDIAN WELLS, Calif. — Tallon Griekspoor upset No. 1 seed Alexander Zverev 4-6, 7-6 (5), 7-6 (4) in a marathon second-round clash Friday at Indian Wells.

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Javed Akhtar's Message To Mohammed Shami Amid Roza Row In Champions Trophy: "Reactionary Bigoted Idiots"

Virat Kohli Signs Autograph As Excited Fan Greets Team India

We Must Host The Olympics, Says Mahesh Bhupathi

Tallon Griekspoor Stuns Top-Seeded Alexander Zverev, Avenges French Open Heartbreak

Champions Trophy 'Unfair Advantage': Cheteshwar Pujara's Blunt Verdict Puts End To Controversy

WPL 2025: Harleen Deol's Unbeaten 70 Overshadows Meg Lanning's 92 In GG's 5-Wicket Win Over DC

India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy Final Pitch Selected. Here's Its Pakistan Connection

Tallon Griekspoor stuns top seed Alexander Zverev at Indian Wells - ESPN