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Bangladesh To Tour Pakistan For T20Is In May; Faisalabad To Host After 17 years

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday confirmed that Bangladesh will travel to the country next month for a five-match T20I series where Faisalabad will host international matches after a long gap of 17 years. Bangladesh had toured Pakistan last year for a two-Test series which was a part of the ICC World Test Championship and returned home victorious, winning 2-0. The scheduled white-ball series, which is part of the Future Tour Programme (FTP) originally consisted of three ODIs and three T20Is. The PCB said that with the ICC men's T20 World Cup scheduled for next year, both the Boards mutually agreed to replace the ODIs with two additional T20Is.

"The Guy You're Praising Wanted Me Dropped": Cheteshwar Pujara's Wife Makes Staggering Revelation

One of the most dependable Test cricketers India has produced, Cheteshwar Pujara, is a man of a few words but impeccable character. Over the years in his international cricketing career, Pujara earned many draws for India and played a crucial role in several victories. But the batter is no longer a part of India's team in any of the three formats. Pujara, who last played for India in 2023, has often produced fine knocks, making selectors contemplate his return. But his fortunes have still not changed.

Former National Shooting Coach Sunny Thomas Dies

Former India shooting coach Sunny Thomas, under whose tutelage the sport achieved some historic highs including multiple Olympic medals, died on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 84 and breathed his last in Kottayam where he was based. Thomas is survived by his wife KJ Josamma, sons Manoj Sunny, Sanil Sunny and daughter Sonia Sunny. The former shooter, who guided the Indian marksmen from 1993 to 2012, was a first-hand witness to several momentous occasions in the sport's history.

Delhi Capitals Breaks Silence As Kuldeep Yadav-Rinku Singh Slap Row Stuns Internet

Delhi Capitals finally broke their silence over the Kuldeep Yadav-Rinku Singh slap controversy that stunned the internet on Wednesday. Following the match against Kolkata Knight Riders, Kuldeep was having a conversation with Rinku and few other cricketers at the ground. In a video going viral on social media, Kuldeep was seen slapping (most likely in a friendly manner) Rinku twice but the shocked expression on the KKR star's face led to outrage. However, DC posted a video of both of them posing for a picture together just after the incident along with the caption - "Only Pyaar".

India To Play Thailand In FIFA International Friendly On June 4

Indian men's football team will play an international friendly against higher-ranked Thailand away from home on June 4, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Wednesday. The 'Blue Tigers' are currently competing in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round. The international friendly, to be held at Thammasat Stadium, will be a part of the team's preparation for its qualification match against Hong Kong-China on June 10. India are ranked 127th in the FIFA Rankings, while Thailand are 99th.

Azhar Mahmood, Ex Pak Star Who Later Became British Citizen, Keen To Coach Pakistan Team

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood on Wednesday expressed his interest in becoming the next head coach of the national team, saying he will soon apply for the high-pressure post. The PCB was forced to begin a fresh search to find a new head coach and Director of the National Cricket Academy after foreign coaches Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie resigned last year, less then eight months into their two-year contracts.

Sudirman Cup Badminton: India Bow Out After Defeat Against Indonesia

Struggling singles stars PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy disappointed yet again as India crashed out of the BWF Sudirman Cup Finals after conceding an unassailable 1-3 lead to Indonesia in a group D match, on Tuesday. Having lost to Denmark 1-4 in their opening match on Sunday, India needed to win Tuesday's contest to stay alive in the race for the knockout stage. The defeat has rendered their India's last group match against England -- who also made an exit from the tournament -- inconsequential. Indonesia, who had beaten England 5-0 on Sunday, and Denmark made it to the knock-out round after winning two matches on the trot. Denmark prevailed over England 5-0 on Tuesday.

'What MS Dhoni Did For Jharkhand, Vaibhav Suryavanshi...": Ex-Captain Makes Sensational Claim

It was a special night for Vaibhav Suryavanshi on Monday as the Rajasthan Royals youngster became the youngest Indian to slam an IPL century. Vaibhav looked in sensational form as he dominated Gujarat Titans bowlers and thrilled everyone with his batting display. Vaibhav's knock left everyone stunned and earned him a lot of praise from both fans as well as experts. Ashutosh Aman, who captained Vaibhav for Bihar, recalled the youngster's Ranji Trophy debut and the massive comment he made back in the day.

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Bangladesh To Tour Pakistan For T20Is In May; Faisalabad To Host After 17 years

"The Guy You're Praising Wanted Me Dropped": Cheteshwar Pujara's Wife Makes Staggering Revelation

Former National Shooting Coach Sunny Thomas Dies

Delhi Capitals Breaks Silence As Kuldeep Yadav-Rinku Singh Slap Row Stuns Internet

India To Play Thailand In FIFA International Friendly On June 4

Azhar Mahmood, Ex Pak Star Who Later Became British Citizen, Keen To Coach Pakistan Team

Sudirman Cup Badminton: India Bow Out After Defeat Against Indonesia

'What MS Dhoni Did For Jharkhand, Vaibhav Suryavanshi...": Ex-Captain Makes Sensational Claim