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Andy Murray returns to Britain's Davis Cup squad

Andy Murray has been included in Britain's team for the group stage of the Davis Cup Finals in mid-September, the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) said on Monday. The British team will be made up of Murray, world number 11 Cameron Norrie, Dan Evans and Joe Salisbury, with a fifth player to be added to the squad later. Britain will face the United States, Kazakhstan and the Netherlands in Group D of the tournament, with matches scheduled to take place at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow from Sept.

ICC media rights tender explained: FAQ on what's happening, what's not and the clamour around it all

There's been enough chatter already on the bid process being "too convoluted" and "lacking transparency". But what exactly are these complications? Here's a FAQ detailing the entire process. What: Bidding for all ICC events for either four or eight years.

Balanced New Zealand in good place for T20 World Cup bid: Glenn Phillips

World Cup title in Australia this year, in-form batsman Glenn Phillips said. New Zealand, beaten in the T20 World Cup final by Australia last year, suffered an eight-wicket defeat in Kingston on Sunday to be denied a series sweep against West Indies. However, the Black Caps gained plenty from their last T20 tour before the World Cup starts in October, welcoming back a number of rested key players.

Indian sports fraternity extends Independence Day wishes to nation

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Mithali Raj, Shikhar Dhawan, took to social media to congratulate the country on its 75th Independence Day, which is being celebrated as 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'. Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar posted a photo showing him hoisting the Tricolour at his residence and wrote, "Wishing each one of you a Happy Independence Day!"

Independence Day: PM Narendra Modi hails India's 'stellar' performance in sports

"Our stellar performances at international sporting events are an example of India's shining talent. We need to promote and support such talent," PM Modi said. While addressing the nation, the Prime Minister said, "When dreams are big, the hard work is equally strenuous.

Pablo Carreno Busta high on confidence after claiming maiden Canadian Masters 1000 title

The unseeded Spaniard beat Hubert Hurkacz 3-6 6-3 6-3 to win the ATP 1000 event in Montreal, which is part of the U.S. Open Series leading up to the year's final Grand Slam. "Not just in the US Open Series, but in the rest of the season it's very important," Carreno Busta, who reached the semi-finals of the U.S.

Shaheen Shah Afridi fitness and World Cup key as Pakistan tackle Netherlands

The 22-year-old paceman suffered a knee injury on the recent tour of Sri Lanka, a worrying setback with the Asia Cup -- and a meeting with old rivals India -- coming up at the end of the month. Pakistan team bosses do not want to overload a fast bowler who has already played 97 times across all three formats since his international debut just four years ago. "We're taking a couple of doctors with us to take care of Shaheen and want him to play a game against Netherlands to see if he's fit and ready for the Asia Cup," said Pakistan skipper Babar Azam.

Bryan Cristante's goal hands Roma narrow win over Salernitana

AS Roma grab a 1-0 win at Salernitana in their Serie A opener on Sunday, while forward Paulo Dybala disappointed fans as he failed to find the back of the net on his debut. After two good chances for Roma by winger Nicolo Zaniolo, and a close attempt by Salernitana striker Federico Bonazzoli, Jose Mourinho's men finally took the lead in the 33rd minute. Cristante fired a low shot from outside the crowded box to put Roma ahead as the ball bounced off the pitch twice before it landed in bottom right corner.

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Andy Murray returns to Britain's Davis Cup squad

ICC media rights tender explained: FAQ on what's happening, what's not and the clamour around it all

Balanced New Zealand in good place for T20 World Cup bid: Glenn Phillips

Indian sports fraternity extends Independence Day wishes to nation

Independence Day: PM Narendra Modi hails India's 'stellar' performance in sports

Pablo Carreno Busta high on confidence after claiming maiden Canadian Masters 1000 title

Shaheen Shah Afridi fitness and World Cup key as Pakistan tackle Netherlands

Bryan Cristante's goal hands Roma narrow win over Salernitana