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Gautam Gambhir's Smashing Reply To Silence Pitch Critics Ahead Of Bangladesh Test

India head coach Gautam Gambhir, on Wednesday, sent a loud and clear message to critics who have already started to bring up topic around Indian pitches being too spin-friendly. In recent years, Indian pitches have been subjected to plenty of criticism over early finishes, sometimes in even two or three days. Speaking to reporters ahead of the first Test against Bangladesh, Gambhir said that not much noise was made when India's Test matches in South Africa finishes in 2-3 days.

"Willing To Die For One Another": India Captain Harmanpreet Singh Hails Team Bonding After Asian Champions Trophy Triumph

Skipper Harmanpreet Singh credited India's recent success to strong team camaraderie, emphasising that their deep bond and willingness to "die for one another" helped them overcome China to win the Asian Champions Trophy for a record-extending fifth time. India rode on Jugraj Singh's late strike to defeat China 1-0 in a tense final in Hulunbuir on Tuesday. Pakistan won the bronze medal with a 5-2 win over South Korea. “The final was really intense; the Chinese were breathing down our necks throughout the game and made it really difficult for us to create a clear goal scoring chance,” Harmanpreet said in a Hockey India release.

Lamine Yamal's Barcelona Hopeful Of Champions League Revival

Approaching a decade since Barcelona last won the Champions League, the Catalan giants face Monaco in this season's European opener on Thursday aiming to make a statement. The club are desperate to battle their way back into the European elite after years in the wilderness and after a strong start under new coach Hansi Flick, their hopes are rising. There were some signs they were on the right track in Europe last season when they reached the quarter-finals for the first time in four years.

India vs Bangladesh Live Streaming 1st Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

India vs Bangladesh Live Streaming 1st Test Live Telecast: Rohit Sharma-led India are set to take on Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, set to start on September 19. The Indian cricket team is coming after a break of over one month. The side will aim to get over the 0-2 ODI series defeat it suffered at the hands of Sri Lanka in early August. With the likes of Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah also in the team, India will aim to get off with a winning start against Bangladesh in the Test series.

Virat Kohli Opens Up On MS Dhoni Exit Challenge, Gautam Gambhir Gives Priceless Response

In a heart-to-heart conversation, Indian cricket stalwarts Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir gave fans the memory of a lifetime. Often making news because of the 'masala' in their relationship, Kohli opened his heart in front of Gambhir, the man who recently took up the role of Team India's head coach. As the two discussed their careers, personalities and vision through this journey of Indian cricket, some brilliant tales were narrated.

Mega Cash Prize For India's Asian Champions Trophy Winners: Rs 1.5 Lakh Each For Support Staff, Players Get...

Hockey India has announced handsome prize money for the triumphant members of the India team that lifted a record-extending fifth Asian Champions Trophy (ACT). India cruised to the Asian Champions Trophy 2024, winning every single game, scoring 26 goals and conceding only five in seven games. Hockey India have announced a reward of Rs 3 lakh to every player, while Rs 1.5 lakh will be awarded to every support staff member. Following on from their Olympics 2024 bronze medal success, 2024 has proven to be a great year for Indian men's hockey.

Bayern Munich Hit Nine, Real Madrid And Liverpool Win As New Champions League Kicks Off

Bayern Munich became the first team to score nine goals in a game in the modern Champions League as the new format of Europe's elite club competition kicked off on Tuesday, with title holders Real Madrid and Liverpool also among the winners. Harry Kane scored four goals, including three penalties, as Vincent Kompany's Bayern hammered Croatian champions Dinamo Zagreb 9-2 at the Allianz Arena. Michael Olise scored twice on his Champions League debut, while Raphael Guerreiro, Leroy Sane and Leon Goretzka were also on target for the home team in Germany.

Watch: Woman Takes Selfie With Neeraj Chopra, Asks For Number. His Reply Is...

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra enjoys a massive fanbase around the world and it was once again in full display in Brussels, Belgium where he took part in the Diamond League Final. Although Neeraj missed out on the title by the smallest of margins, the fanfare around him did not diminish even a bit. In a video going viral on social media, two female fans were seen asking for a selfie with him. Neeraj obliged but when he was walking away, one of the fans asked if she could have his phone number. Neeraj politely declined the request leaving the fan slightly disappointed.

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Gautam Gambhir's Smashing Reply To Silence Pitch Critics Ahead Of Bangladesh Test

"Willing To Die For One Another": India Captain Harmanpreet Singh Hails Team Bonding After Asian Champions Trophy Triumph

Lamine Yamal's Barcelona Hopeful Of Champions League Revival

India vs Bangladesh Live Streaming 1st Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Virat Kohli Opens Up On MS Dhoni Exit Challenge, Gautam Gambhir Gives Priceless Response

Mega Cash Prize For India's Asian Champions Trophy Winners: Rs 1.5 Lakh Each For Support Staff, Players Get...

Bayern Munich Hit Nine, Real Madrid And Liverpool Win As New Champions League Kicks Off

Watch: Woman Takes Selfie With Neeraj Chopra, Asks For Number. His Reply Is...