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Aditya Kaushik is a journalist, specialising in sports beat. His passion for the game is evident in his writing as he brings a deep understanding and enthusiasm to his reporting. Aditya’s work offers a unique perspective on the world of sports, providing fans with insightful analysis and engaging stories.
Aditya Kaushik is a journalist, specialising in sports beat. His passion for the game is evident in his writing as he brings a deep understanding and enthusiasm to his reporting. Aditya’s work offers a unique perspective on the world of sports, providing fans with insightful analysis and engaging stories.
The last time the two sides played a Test match against each other was back in 2018, when India secured a mammoth innings-and-262-run win over Afghanistan
Hardik has not played 50-over cricket for the Men in Blue in almost a year, as his last appearance in the format came in 2025 during the ICC Champions Trophy
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After finishing runners-up in 2018 and securing third place in 2022, Zlatko Dalic's side has consistently proven its ability to compete with the world's best
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RCB skipper Rajat Patidar became only the third captain in tournament history to win back-to-back trophies after MS Dhoni (CSK) and Rohit Sharma (MI)
The deal gives Zee access to all major FIFA events across the globe till the 2034 World Cup
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RCB's star batter Virat Kohli was once again the protagonist in RCB's win as he helped his team chase down the 156-run target with ease through his unbeaten 75-run innings off 42 balls
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Alexander Zverev and Casper Ruud headline the French Open 2026 Day 8 schedule, with both players aiming to maintain their title challenge
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