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"Mud-Slinging Is Happening": Ex-India Star's Blunt Take On Hanuma Vihari Row

Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra had his say on the ongoing controversy surrounding Hanuma Vihari's allegations on the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA). Chopra pointed out that although there has been 'mudslinging' from both sides, he believes Vihari's version of the events. Earlier, Vihari alleged 'mistreatment' from the cricket board and said that he was asked to resign from captaincy after an altercation with a teammate whose father is a politician. Vihari also posted a copy of his allegations on social media along with signatures from his teammates but ACA claimed that the players were 'forced'.

"Reckless And Too Cocky": England Great Criticises Ben Stokes And Co. After Test Series Loss To India

India on Monday defeated England by five wickets in the Ranchi Test to take an unassailable lead of 3-1 in the five-match series. Despite trailing 0-1, the host team put on a brilliant comeback to seal the series with a match to go. Meanwhile, it was the first series defeat for captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum since they took charge in 2022 and changed England's fortunes with their attacking philosophy dubbed 'Bazball'. Getting critical of the team's approach, England's legendary batter Geoffrey Boycott said that the batting cost the Three Lions the series.

Virat Kohli, RCB Craze Hits PSL As Fan's "Jersey" Gesture Viral During Babar Azam's Match

In a rather unusual sight, a fan donning the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'s special green jersey went viral during a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The fan was seen cheering for Babar Azam and Peshawar Zalmi during their game against the Lahore Qalandars on Sunday. The big screen spotted the fan after Babar hit Mohammad Imran for consecutive boundaries in the fifth over of Zalmi's innings. Taking to social media, fans shared picture of the man wearing RCB's iconic jersey, which has been synonymous with batting maestro Kohli.

Ravindra Jadeja Has 'Fanboy' Moment, Poses In Front Of MS Dhoni's House - See Pics

Indian cricket team all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja shared a sneak peek into his off-field activities as he shared some pictures of himself in front of Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni's farmhouse in Ranchi. Jadeja is currently with the Indian cricket team who emerged victorious against England in the Ranchi Test to clinch the ongoing series. Following the game, Jadeja visited Dhoni's farmhouse and in the pictures that he posted on Instagram, he could be seen posing in front of the gate. "Fun to pose as a fan in front of the legend's house #MSD," he captioned the pictures on social media.

Two India Stars To Be Rested For 5th Test Against England? Report Makes Massive Revelation

The Indian cricket team management may rest two players - one batter and one bowler - as part of workload management in the fifth Test match against England in Dharamsala starting March 7, according to Cricbuzz. With Indian clinching the five-match series with a victory over England in the Ranchi Test, the team management is looking to provide rest to some key players. However, the report did not mention the names of the cricketers who are being considered by the team management and selectors. The report also claimed that Jasprit Bumrah is all set to make his return to the playing XI in Dharamsala. The fast bowler was rested for the fourth Test match in Ranchi keeping the T20 World Cup in mind.

Afghanistan vs Ireland Only Test Live Cricket Score And Updates

Afghanistan vs Ireland Only Test Live Cricket Score And Updates: Afghanistan face Ireland in an one-off Test in Abu Dhabi. The Test match is part of a long tour that also includes six white-ball matches - 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is. Both teams have not played a lot of games in the longest format of the sport with just 15 Test matches between them. While Ireland have never won a Test match, Afghanistan have two victories to their name with one coming against Ireland around five years back. (Live Scorecard)

Paris Olympics Security Plans Stolen From Train

A bag containing a computer and two USB memory sticks holding police security plans for the Paris Olympic Games was stolen on Monday evening from a train at the capital's Gare du Nord station, police sources said Tuesday.

"It Was Getting Tough": Elena Norman, Outgoing Hockey India CEO

Outgoing Hockey India CEO Elena Norman on Tuesday said the work environment in HI was "difficult" and she had no choice but to call it quits. After holding the position for 13 years, Norman resigned and even though HI did not reveal the specific reasons for her decision in its official statement, the Australian spoke out on what pushed her to exit. "Absolutely, it was getting tough to deliver in the fight between two factions," Norman told PTI in an interview.

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"Mud-Slinging Is Happening": Ex-India Star's Blunt Take On Hanuma Vihari Row

"Reckless And Too Cocky": England Great Criticises Ben Stokes And Co. After Test Series Loss To India

Virat Kohli, RCB Craze Hits PSL As Fan's "Jersey" Gesture Viral During Babar Azam's Match

Ravindra Jadeja Has 'Fanboy' Moment, Poses In Front Of MS Dhoni's House - See Pics

Two India Stars To Be Rested For 5th Test Against England? Report Makes Massive Revelation

Afghanistan vs Ireland Only Test Live Cricket Score And Updates

Paris Olympics Security Plans Stolen From Train

"It Was Getting Tough": Elena Norman, Outgoing Hockey India CEO