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"Players Get Sore Throat Too...": Sachin Tendulkar On India-Pakistan Contests

Legendary India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar , who celebrated his 50th birthday on Monday, has given an interesting insight on India-Pakistan matches. He said that the contests between the Asian rivals gives a "sore throat" to not only the spectators, but also the players. It is worth noting India and Pakistan are arch-rivals in cricket. However, the fans rarely get to see the teams playing against each other now as bilateral series has not happened for more than a decade now after the increased political tensions between the two nations. This means the ICC and continental tournaments are the only occassions when the fans get to see the two teams take on each other.

'It's about saying I gave it a shot': Proteas hopeful David Bedingham returns to Western Province

Former Western Province batsman David Bedingham will return to the franchise for the 2023/24 domestic season.

Jake Quickenden claims feeling 'invisible' as he shares what it's really like on I'm A Celebrity

Jake Quickenden has shared how taking part in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here made him feel 'invisible' as he shared some things viewers may not known about being a part of the hit series.

"We Share Love...": Shoaib Malik Opens Up On 'Rumours' That All Is Not Well With Wife Sania Mirza

Pakistan star cricketer Shoaib Malik and Indian tennis great Sania Mirza are a power couple who have massive fan following. The former Pakistan cricket team captain Malik and Sania, one of the best Indian tennis players ever, got married in 2013, and have a son, Izhan Mirza-Malik together. Late last year, there were speculations that the relationship between Shoaib and Sania had soured. Now, Malik has broken silence over the rumours. "Khabre chal rahi hai, taluqat acche nahi hai (Rumours are going around that all's not well in the relationship). What do you want to say?" Malik was asked on Geo News programme 'Score'.

Watch: Eden Gardens Turns Yellow On MS Dhoni's 'Farewell' Match At Iconic Venue

In a never seen atmosphere, yellow fever gripped the Eden Gardens in a tribute to talismanic MS Dhoni, who probably played his last match at the iconic venue, as he led Chennai Super Kings to an emphatic 49-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. KKR franchise had planted their purple flags in every seat of the 67,000-capacity stadium before the match began on Sunday. But once the spectators packed the stadium before the toss, all purple flags disappeared and it was a sea of yellow in support of Dhoni.

Watch: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Play Badminton Match. Internet Impressed

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are one star couple who are always in the spotlight. While Kohli is a superstar cricketer, Anushka is an acclaimed actor. Kohli has often said how Anushka has been a pillar of strength for him. He recently opened up on his struggles and how his wife and actor Anushka Sharma helped him. "When you go back from a space like this. It's easy immediately to go like 'ah, everything is so good and it's okay'. That's why I say Anushka's name first because she has seen the challenges of being in this position. She knows it. She has been there for so many years. She knows what it takes to handle public pressure. So, her conversations with me has always been priceless. She tells me the truth, simple," Virat Kohli said in a conversation with ex-CSK star Robin Uthappa on Jio Cinema. Anushka can often be spotted supporting Kohli from the stands. She has been present in several recent IPL matches too.

Balbirnie shines as Ireland enjoy strong start to second Sri Lanka Test

Ireland captain Andy Balbirnie fell five short of a maiden century as his side racked up an impressive score of 319 for four on the first day of their second Test in Sri Lanka.

Watch: MS Dhoni Gives Rare Aggressive Reaction As CSK Youngster Bowls Out KKR Star Jason Roy

Under MS Dhoni, Chennai Super Kings have been playing with great confidence. They have so far won five of their seven games and are sitting right at the top of the points table. While speculation is rife that this might be Dhoni's last IPL season, the 41-year-old great himself saying that it's the 'last phase' of his career, the World Cup-winning captain's leadership has been astute. He has been guiding the young bowlers like Tushar Deshpande and Maheesh Theekshana with perfection, while veterans alike Ajinkya Rahane has played with renewed energy under him.

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"Players Get Sore Throat Too...": Sachin Tendulkar On India-Pakistan Contests

'It's about saying I gave it a shot': Proteas hopeful David Bedingham returns to Western Province

Jake Quickenden claims feeling 'invisible' as he shares what it's really like on I'm A Celebrity

"We Share Love...": Shoaib Malik Opens Up On 'Rumours' That All Is Not Well With Wife Sania Mirza

Watch: Eden Gardens Turns Yellow On MS Dhoni's 'Farewell' Match At Iconic Venue

Watch: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Play Badminton Match. Internet Impressed

Balbirnie shines as Ireland enjoy strong start to second Sri Lanka Test

Watch: MS Dhoni Gives Rare Aggressive Reaction As CSK Youngster Bowls Out KKR Star Jason Roy