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"Since The Rise Of IPL, Australia Want To...": Australia Star On Rivalry With India

India beating Australia in the last two Test series in the latter's backyard has made the rivalry between the two teams more intense, feels senior batter Usman Khawaja ahead of the five-match battle beginning November 22. India had beaten Australia on their last two tours of Australia (2018-19 and 2020-21) with an identical 2-1 margin. In fact, India have won all the last four series of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, taking into account their home wins in 2016-17 and 2022-23 -- both also 2-1 results in a four-match contest.

India Thrash Japan 5-1, Notch Up Second Straight Asian Champions Trophy Win

Sukhjeet Singh struck a brace as defending champions India thrashed Japan 5-1 in a league match to notch up their second consecutive win in the men's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament here on Monday. Sukhjeet scored in the second and 60th minutes while Abhishek (3rd), Sanjay (17th) and Uttam Singh (54th) were the other Indian goal getters. Matsumoto Kazumasa pulled one back for Japan in the 41st minute.

Rahul Dravid Rejected 'Blank Cheques' To Become Rajasthan Royals Coach - Report Reveals Reason

Rahul Dravid ended his tenure as the Indian cricket team head coach on the best note possible as the Rohit Sharma-led side clinched the T20 World Cup 2024 title. Dravid played a key role in shaping the team and it was also the perfect way to remedy the heartbreak caused by the loss in the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia. Since the end of his tenure, Dravid was linked with various Indian Premier League (IPL) teams - possibly as a head coach or mentor. However, the suspense finally came to an end as he was announced as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals - a team that he was a part of between 2011 and 2015 - both as the captain of the side and later as a mentor.

England vs Sri Lanka 3rd Test Day 4: Live Score Updates

England vs Sri Lanka 3rd Test Day 4, Live Updates: Sri Lanka will resume Day 4 of the ongoing third Test against England at 94/1. Currently, Pathum Nissanka (53*) and Kusal Mendis (30*) are standing unbeaten at the crease Sri Lanka need 125 runs more to win. Earlier on Sunday, England got bundled out for 156 after Lahiru Kumara registered a four-wicket haul. England keeper Jamie Smith hit another half-century, but his 50-ball 67 could only propel England to a 214-run lead. (Live Scorecard)

India vs Japan Highlights, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2024: India Hammer Japan 5-1, Maintain Perfect Record

India vs Japan, Asian Champions Trophy 2024, Highlights: India produced an utterly dominant performance as they took on Japan in their second men's hockey Asian Champions Trophy match on Monday. India made their intent clear with 2 goals in the opening two minutes of the game to leave Japan stunned. India started quarter 2 in a similar fashion, making it 3-0 early to put Japan under pressure. At half-time, the India managed to keep their slate clean, heading into the third quarter with a 3-0 lead. Japan managed to start a fightback, scoring their first goal of the game in Quarter 3 through Kazumasa Matsumoto. After a blank Quarter 3, India made it 4-1 in the 4th and final quarter through Uttam Singh. Sukhjeet scored the 5th and final goal of India in the last quarter to help India secure 5-1 win, maintain 100% record.

Sikander Raza Among Top Picks At Player Draft For Zim Afro T10 Season 2

Ahead of the second season of Zim Afro T10, the six franchises picked very strong but balanced squads at the Player Draft. The second season of the Zim Afro T10 is scheduled to commence on September 21 and will conclude with the grand finale on September 29, in Harare. Among the big names waiting to entertain the crowds at the Harare Sports Club are the likes of David Warner, Sikander Raza, Colin Munro, Dawid Malan, Carlos Brathwaite and Chris Lynn.

India vs Japan Live Score, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2024: Japan Have Belief As Quarter 3 Ends | IND 3-1 JPN

India vs Japan, Asian Champions Trophy 2024, Live Updates: India in an utterly dominant avatar as they take on Japan in their second men's hockey Asian Champions Trophy match. India made their intent clear with 2 goals in the opening two minutes of the game to leave Japan stunned. India started quarter 2 in a similar fashion, making it 3-0 early to put Japan under pressure. At half-time, the India managed to keep their slate clean, heading into the third quarter with a 3-0 lead. Japan managed to start a fightback, scoring their first goal of the game in Quarter 3 through Kazumasa Matsumoto.

MS Dhoni's Words Inspire Tushar Deshpande's Key Role In Chennai Super Kings' Fifth IPL Title Win

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) seamer Tushar Deshpande shared some inspirational words from MS Dhoni that motivated him ahead of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Deshpande, who had initially struggled in the competition, played a crucial role in CSK's fifth title victory, solidifying his position in the bowling unit. During the 2023 season, CSK faced a significant injury crisis within their pace bowling department, with Ben Stokes, Deepak Chahar, Sisanda Magala, Simarjeet Singh, and Mukesh Choudhary all sidelined by serious injuries.

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"Since The Rise Of IPL, Australia Want To...": Australia Star On Rivalry With India

India Thrash Japan 5-1, Notch Up Second Straight Asian Champions Trophy Win

Rahul Dravid Rejected 'Blank Cheques' To Become Rajasthan Royals Coach - Report Reveals Reason

England vs Sri Lanka 3rd Test Day 4: Live Score Updates

India vs Japan Highlights, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2024: India Hammer Japan 5-1, Maintain Perfect Record

Sikander Raza Among Top Picks At Player Draft For Zim Afro T10 Season 2

India vs Japan Live Score, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2024: Japan Have Belief As Quarter 3 Ends | IND 3-1 JPN

MS Dhoni's Words Inspire Tushar Deshpande's Key Role In Chennai Super Kings' Fifth IPL Title Win