Rise in globally spreading HMPV virus hitting England - as hospitals already under extreme strain
The NHS could be put under yet more pressure as cases of a globally spreading virus rise.
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South Africa fast bowler Nortje ruled out of Champions Trophy
South Africa’s Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy with a back injury, the latest in a long line of setbacks for the fast bowler.
Ireland suffer ODI whitewash to India
Ireland suffered a 3-0 series whitewash after centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal helped India register their highest ODI total en route to a record-breaking 304-run success in Rajkot.
Video Viral: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Visit Radhavallaj Lal Ji To Seek Blessings
In a viral video, India batter Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma were spotted in Vrindavan to seek blessings from Radhavallaj Lal Ji. The couple seems to be on a spiritual journey as the latest video comes days after Kohli and Anushka visited Premanandji Maharaj in Vrindavan. Kohli returned home last week after the conclusion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he scored just 190 runs across six innings. Kohli and Anushka often visit spiritual leaders to seek blessings, whether it is India or the UK.
"Onslaught Was Planned": Smriti Mandhana Reveals Mindset Behind Record-Breaking 435 Total
Charismatic India cricketer Smriti Mandhana said on Wednesday her record-breaking onslaught on the Irish bowlers was planned but despite her team's clean sweep, there is still lot of scope for improvement in both fielding and running between wickets. The India skipper was at the forefront of several records being smashed as the hosts won by a massive 304 runs to claim their biggest-ever ODI win and complete a 3-0 clean sweep in the series. Mandhana, herself scored the fastest WODI hundred by an Indian woman, off just 70 balls.
Star-Studded Line-Up For LIV Golf's India Debut
As many as 15 LIV Golf League stars and nine winners from the Asian Tour's 2024 season will be teeing it up at the USD 2 million International Series India beginning on January 30. Reigning Major winner Bryson DeChambeau , who had top-six finishes in three of the four Majors in 2024, including a win at the US Open, heads a stellar lineup in the tournament. Six of the top 20 from last year's LIV Golf League will be in the field as India becomes the latest country to host the International Series.
Gautam Gambhir Accused Star Batter Of Leaking Team News In Australia? Report's Startling Claims
During the India vs Australia Border Gavaskar Trophy, there were several reports and rumours about 'leaks' from the Indian dressing room. There has been an intense scrutiny post the series which India lost 1-3. In fact, recently, India captain Rohit Sharma, India coach Gautam Gambhir and BCCI's chief selector Ajit Agarkar took part in a review meeting at the BCCI headquarters after the debacle. Now, a startling claim has been made by a video report from News 24, where it has been said that India head coach Gautam Gambhir accused batter Sarfaraz Khan of leaking dressing room information during the recently-concluded Tour.
"Will Bowl 150-160 kmph": Pakistani Pacer Quits Over PSL Snub, Then Makes U-Turn
The drafts for the tenth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) were made on Monday in Lahore with many big names getting picked by the franchises. After going unsold in the Indian Premier League 2025 auction, the likes of David Warner and Kane Williamson were also roped in for Pakistan's T20 league. However, a big shock came after sensational Pakistan pacer Ihsanullah was not picked by any team in the PSL draft. Resulting this, the right-arm pacer announced his retirement from the PSL.