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C P Joshi, the Union Minister of Panchayat Raj, was elected as the President of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) in a closely contested election in Jaipur on Monday. Joshi defeated Lalit Modi, the powerful IPL figure, with 19 votes in his favor as against Modi's 13 votes.
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England captain Andrew Strauss set his sights on a new era for English cricket last night, as his side completed back-to-back home Ashes series wins for the first time since the 1980s. With a 197-run victory over Australia in hand, Strauss expressed his hope that his young team can make
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As England cricket team faced off against their Australian counterparts, the atmosphere at the ground was one of desperation and defeatism, fueled by a culture of self-defensive pessimism that has become a staple of English cricket fandom. Despite having the chance to make cricketing history, the England players struggled to
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As England prepares to face Australia in the Ashes Test, Yorkshire's cricket ground at Headingley is under intense scrutiny. The installation of a new £21m pavilion, designed by architect Will Alsop, is still months from completion, and the ground's new CEO, Stewart Regan, has banned musical
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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that it will be clamping down on unruly behaviour at Headingley, following incidents of booing and jeering at the First Test in Cardiff and the last encounter at Edgbaston. The Barmy Army's Billy the Trumpet, played by Bill Cooper,
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Kevin Pietersen's enforced absence from the remainder of the Ashes series has sparked controversy after it emerged that he may have aggravated his Achilles tendon by flouting a prescribed training programme while playing in the Indian Premier League in South Africa in April. According to Evan Speechly, Bangalore&
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As the npower Ashes Series gears up to arrive at Edgbaston, businesses in the West Midlands are being encouraged to save energy while letting their staff enjoy the action. Our research reveals that one in 16 UK employees are allowed by their bosses to follow the cricket during work hours,
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Shane Warne's inaugural appearance in the Sky Sports commentary box marked a significant turning point in the world of cricket broadcasting. As one of the most intriguing and charismatic figures in the game, Warne lived up to expectations, injecting unbridled enthusiasm and expertise into the team. His debut
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England's recent cricket test match left much to be desired, with several key players struggling with defensive shots, tactics, and team dynamics. Mitchell Johnson's unorthodox bowling style, particularly around the wicket, caught England's batsmen off guard, while Kevin Pietersen's struggles with leaving
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In a showcase of unity and sportsmanship, past and present Welsh rugby players have descended upon the Swalec Stadium to back the English cricket team in the Ashes, fervently defending the decision to host the Test match. Their enthusiasm stems not only from the event's prestige but also
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Ricky Ponting's ashes series is not just about avenge Australia's defeat in 2005, but a chance to cement his legacy as a captain. Despite his team's victory in South Africa, Ponting's leadership has been met with skepticism, with many questioning his tactical
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As the chairman of the BritainAustralia Society, I was thrilled to launch the first Wales branch earlier this year, marking a significant milestone in fostering stronger ties between Wales and Australia. This momentous occasion was attended by the Rt Hon Lord ElisThomas, Presiding Officer for the National Assembly for Wales,
