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The introduction of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008 marked a significant turning point in the history of cricket, particularly with the explosive growth of T20 franchise leagues. This shift has transformed the way players approach the game and how boards respond, with a growing emphasis on short-format cricket.
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England's decision to permit bowling coach Tim Southee to leave the Ashes tour after the first Test has opened the door for Andrew Flintoff to step up and take his place in the backroom staff. Southee, who impressed the England management with his work on the Test team
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Rohit Sharma, the seasoned Indian batsman, surprised the cricket world by announcing his retirement from Test cricket on May 7. Although he cited no official reason for his decision, his recent speech at a CEAT event subtly hinted at the challenges of Test cricket that may have led to his
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In a lively Q&A session on Reddit, former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared his insights with fans, recalling his experiences with his former teammate and opening partner Virender Sehwag. Tendulkar revealed that Sehwag was the toughest to run with between the wickets due to his penchant for scoring
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The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), a groundbreaking tennis-ball T10 cricket league, has announced the addition of superstars Ajay Devgn and Salman Khan as team owners, furthering its mission to harness grassroots talent and transform cricketers into heroes. Launched in 2024, ISPL has gained momentum with eight franchises, including newly
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The Indian government's sweeping ban on real-money gaming under the new Online Gaming Bill threatens to reshape the economics of Indian cricket and its advertising ecosystem. Star players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and MS Dhoni, who were among the highest earners from fantasy gaming partnerships, are set
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The Indian government's Online Gaming Bill, which bans real-money gaming, is set to significantly impact the cricket ecosystem, including the Indian Premier League (IPL), the richest cricket tournament globally. The ban will particularly affect the up-and-coming cricket leagues scattered worldwide that were bankrolled by gaming companies. Dream11'
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Zimbabwe is leveraging the upcoming 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup as an opportunity to showcase its investment potential, tourism attractions, and cultural heritage. Vice-President Dr Constantino Chiwenga declared at the Africa Conclave on India-Africa Partnership in Surat, India, that the "party has officially begun" as Zimbabwe prepares to
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In a significant turning point for the district of Pulwama in South Kashmir, a day-and-night cricket match was held under floodlights at the local sports stadium, marking a departure from the area's association with militancy. The Royal Premier League (RPL) inaugural match saw thousands of youngsters gather to
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The Rotary Yes We Can program celebrated a great success with its inclusive sports events, partnering with MK Sailability and Cublington Cricket Club. The events aimed to promote disability sports and provide opportunities for individuals to participate in sailing, cricket, and other sports. Despite the challenges posed by blue-green algae
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that the application window for media accreditation to the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 is now open. The online application process is available for print media, websites, non-rights holding (NRH) TV and radio broadcasters who have covered specific ICC events
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Rohit Sharma, a retired Indian cricketer, recently spoke about the intense mental and physical demands of Test cricket during a panel discussion at a CEAT event. He emphasized the importance of preparation in coping with the grind of the format, which he described as "mentally challenging and draining."
