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Defending Champion Rafael Nadal withdraws from US Open
A wrist injury forced Nadal to skip the tournament; he also missed Rogers Cup and Cincinnati Open.
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Express LOL: KBC 8 – The Indian Cricket Team version
since KBC 8 is all about the celebs, we thought it might be interesting to combine it with cricket.
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Indians will have a tough time in Australia, says Glenn McGrath
Former Australia pacer feels India are in for some tumultuous time when they'll tour Down Under later this year.
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Neymar cleared fit to play, could feature for Barcelona in friendly against Leon
Neymar hurt his back in a collision with Colombian defender Juan Zuniga during the World Cup.
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India vs England statistics: Joe the run machine takes Root, India’s away struggle continues
Root, after Oval Test, is averaging 50-plus in his Test career - his aggregate being 1732 runs in 22 Tests.
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Australia set to kick off busy international calendar with Zimbabwe tri-series
Australia begin a season of non-stop cricket with Test series vs Pakistan in Oct and India in Dec before WC.
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India fined for slow-over rate in fifth Test
Dhoni was fined 60% of his match fee while his teammates were handed a 30% fine for a slow-over rate.
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My wife convinced me not to quit as captain, reveals Alastair Cook
"Without my wife, I don't think I'd be standing here as captain" said an emotional Cook after the win over India.
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English media rubs salt into the wound
Ironically, India lost 2 Test matches with a total playing time of 5 days, the duration of a single Test match.
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A perfect ending to a glorious Test career for Mahela Jayawardene
The victory enabled batting stalwart Jayawardene to end his 149-test career with a victory on an emotional day.
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When tennis stars raise a different kind of bar
Applebee's is a restaurant that has served as an anchor of player life since it opened in 1997.
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Rangana Herath traps Pakistan, wraps up series for Sri Lanka
Jayawardene ended his 149-match, 17-year test career with 11,814 runs at nearly 50 runs an innings.
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Goodbye, with 50 fifties and a ton of goodwill
The former Sri Lanka captain received a standing ovation from the crowd all the way back to the pavilion.
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Payoff after Joseph puts his own money where mouth is
Joseph had to spend from his own pocket to compete in the European Grand Prix in Belgium, Finland and Sweden.
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Big name blows for Real before Spanish Super Cup’s derby day
Bale may be forced to sit out against Atletico Madrid for Tuesday's first leg of the Spanish Super Cup.
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Danny, the champion of the day
Sturridge breaks Liverpool out of jail with late winner vs Southampton; Champs City get off to winning start.
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‘Will you quit, MS?’ ‘Didn’t you ask me the same question in 2011?’
Indians move straight into the Champions League after the ODI series here.
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Roger Federer, Serena Williams are champions at Cincinnati
Serena finished last U.S. Open tune-up by beating Ana Ivanovic 6-4 6-1 to win her first title at Cincinnati.
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Southampton was clearly a turning point for us, says Alastair Cook
India lost the fifth and final Test at the Oval by an innings and 244 runs, succumbing in less than three days.
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Wait and watch to find out whether I continue as Test captain, says MS Dhoni
But has Dhoni done enough as India's Test captain, Dhoni gave a curt one-line reply, "May be, yes."
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Ton-up Hashim Amla stars in South Africa’s win
Amla scored his 15th limited ton as South Africa posted 309/3 before they bowled Zimbabwe out for 216.
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Jithin Paul causes upset in Federation Cup Athletics; Prem Kumar disappoints
Paul beat 2010 Asiad gold medallist Joseph Abraham in 400m hurdles race earning a ticket for Asian Games.
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Anil Kumble, Javagal Srinath slam KSCA, walk out of AGM meeting
Unhappy with the allocation of the funds, Kumble slammed KSCA's move to spend 100 crores on the clubhouses.
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Manchester City begin title defence with win; Liverpool also bag three points
Man City began their title defence with a 2-0 away victory over Newcastle; Liverpool beat Southampton 2-1.
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Rangana Herath puts Sri Lanka on verge of victory
Chasing 271 to win, Pakistan were placed at 127/7 at stumps on Day 4; Herath claims four wickets.
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Roger Federer eases into Cincinnati Open final; Serena Williams survives a scare
Serena beat Wozniacki 2-6, 6-2, 6-4, and second-seeded Federer turned back fifth-seeded Raonic 6-2, 6-3.
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India’s slip fielders standing too close to each other, says VVS Laxman
Besides suicidal batting tendencies, India's cricketers have been afflicted with 'butter fingers'.
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India tour of England: Ravichandran Ashwin feels India can bounce back with the bat
Ashwin also had words of appreciation for Varun Aaron who toiled hard the entire day on Day 2.
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India tour of England: How the numbers stacked up against India on Day 2 of 5th Test
Cook has managed 1735 runs at an average of 54.21 in 20 Tests against India, surpassing Graham Gooch.
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India tour of England: 94 all out
India were all out for 94 in the second innings to hand England a innings and 244-run win. Eng win series 3-1.
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Lights, camera, action… uppercut
We follow Mary Kom on the promotional tour for her eponymous biopic, and see how real transforms into reel.
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Kheta Ram wins one for Indian coaches in Patiala
Ram had won the race with a time of 13:49:17 seconds, eclipsing the previous meet record of 13:52:64s.
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Roger Federer halts Andy Murray charge; Serena Williams has title in sight
The second-seeded Federer defeated Murray 6-3, 7-5 after the Scot had taken a 4-1 lead in the second set.
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First day, freak show: Fan takes free kick at Upton Park
The fan continued running, leaving the pitch with a steward chasing close behind.
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Unbeaten Mahela Jayawardene extends lead after Rangana Herath heroics
Jayawardene, playing his last Test, added 98 for the 3rd wicket along with Kumar Sangakkara.
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New coach, same old story
Louis van Gaal’s reign at Manchester United starts with a 2-1 loss at home against Swansea.
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Women succeed where men have failed, beat England to win series
Mithali Raj scored an unbeaten 50 in the Test. India will now take on England in a three-match ODI series.
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Kheta Ram sets meet record in 5000m to qualify for Asian Games
Kheta earned a ticket for Asiad, winning men's 5000m race with a meet record at 18th Federation Cup Athletics.
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Tottenham win in extra-time; Aston Villa, Hull City also notch up first wins
Tottenham beat West Ham, Aston Villa defeated Stoke & Hull also won vs QPR; Everton, West Brom held to draw.
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Mudgal committee questions N Srinivasan, Gurunath Meiyappan
Srinivasan, Meiyappan were questioned by Justice Mukul Mudgal panel in relation to IPL-6 spot-fixing case.
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Swans off to flying start with 2-1 win over Manchester United
Swansea beat Man Utd 2-1 to become first away team since 1972 to open the season with victory at Old Trafford.
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Mahela Jayawardene, Kumar Sangakkara steer Sri Lanka after Rangana Herath destroys Pakistan
SL ended third day on 177/2, an overall lead of 165 runs with 8 wickets; Jayawardene (49*), Sanga (54*).
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India tour of England: India’s sleep cordon
England build a massive 237-run lead on Day Two as the visitors continue to drop catches in slips.
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FFP can’t stop League’s rich getting richer
The 20 EPL clubs shared a record 3.2 billion pounds ($5.34 billion) from the sale of television rights last season.
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Shirtless French star Mahiedine Mekhissi-Benabbad stripped off gold
Benabbad pulled off his vest as he came around the final bend, put it in his mouth and waved to the crowd.
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A league minus favourites
With defending champs City making no big signings, several sides have played catch-up in the off-season
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Indian goalkeeper Gurpreet Sandhu joins Norwegian champions Stabaek
The 22-year-old custodian was on trial with Stabaek since mid-May and confirmed the deal via Twitter.
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Hello NBA: Toronto-born Sim Bhullar is India’s first calling card
Sim Bhullar signed with the Sacramento Kings and is the first basketballer of Indian descent in the NBA.
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No honeymoon period
Djokovic’s form after marriage-break continues to slide with his second early exit.
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Suarez’s training day
Suarez said he was "very happy to feel like a football player again" after training with Lionel Messi and rest of his new teammates.
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At Federation Cup, time to compete and relax simultaneously
Joseph Abraham won gold at the last Asian Games.
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Lanka hit back as Herath takes five wickets
Pakistan trailed Sri Lanka by 76 runs.
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With 82, captain Dhoni stands between India, total humiliation
Dhoni the batsman has been on the ball, but Dhoni the captain hasn’t. His 82 may yet not be able to change the result of the series.
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England rule on I Day
Dhoni stood tall amid ruins as England pacers ripped through India’s batting to skittle visitors for 148.
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Germany’s Per Mertesacker retires from international football
Mertesacker is third member of the World Cup-winning squad to retire from international football.
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Telangana Chief Minister felicitates CWG medal winners, hands out cash awards
The Chief Minister also gave away cash awards to the badminton coaches P Gopichand and Mohd Arif.
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We are roaring for the new season, says Manchester City skipper Vincent Kompany
Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has joined City on loan from MLS side New York.
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Pakistan struggle against Rangana Herath’s spin at Colombo
Herath starred with the bat as well he was in the Sri Lanka tail that added 59 for the last two wickets.
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India tour of England: VVS Laxman miffed at India’s team selection
"I have would have definitely gone with Rohit Sharma because what Binny can give is that 15 overs." Laxman said.
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The world’s richest, most popular football league returns
Burnley, Leicester and Queens Park Rangers are the newly promoted sides in this year's competition.
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Luis Suarez starts training with Barcelona
Suarez, who was transferred to Barcelona from Liverpool after the World Cup, trained on Friday for the first time.
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Indian batsmen crumble against England pacers at the Oval
Cook and Robson looked settled as England ended the day at 62/0, trailing India by 86 runs.
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Is Louis van Gaal answer to Manchester United woes?
After a woeful season under Moyes, lot of hopes are riding on the newly-appointed Van Gaal.
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Another first for Federer
Neither player was able to capitalize on early break chances before Federer eventually won the first set tiebreak.
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MS Dhoni, the batsman, finds a way around ‘away’ problem
In the past, Dhoni has so often got out, reaching out or pushing at the balls pitched outside the off-stump.
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India’s practice far from perfect
Persistent rain ensures that India don’t train on the eve of the crucial final Test at the Oval.
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CAS ruling says Suarez can train but play not possible
Suarez initially claimed that he had been the victim, falling to the ground and clutching his teeth after the players clashed.
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Jayawardene farewell off to poor start; SL crawl to 261/8
Playing his final Test match, Mahela could make just four to the disappointment for a modest crowd.
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SAI steps in, offers to bear all costs of Dutee’s rehabilitation
SAI’s support to Dutee has been a break from it’s policy of the past.
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Second chance for Manoj Kumar
Arjuna awards committee to reconsider boxer Manoj Kumar's case after identity gaffe.
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Pakistan deny Mahela Jayawardene dream end to Test career
Sri Lanka won the first test by seven wickets, and reached 69 without loss at lunch after winning the toss.
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MS Dhoni to stick to five-bowler strategy ahead of final Test
Dhoni defended his conservative approach and also the bad form of star batsman Virat Kohli.
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Alastair Cook confident that England will not be complacent
We have to be tough on ourselves and earn the right to put in a good performance," Cook said.
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Hockey, Snooker federations lash out at Arjuna Award selection committee
No hockey or cue sport player was recommended by the Arjuna selection panel headed by Kapil Dev.
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Court of Arbitration for Sport upholds four month ban on Luis Suarez
Though the ban has been upheld Suarez can now start training with his new club Barcelona.
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James Anderson more skilled than Dale Steyn, says Alastair Cook
James Anderson needs eight wickets to move past Ian Botham's English Test record of 383 scalps.
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I don’t know how I’m getting these wickets: Moeen Ali
Moeen Ali started off as a seam-up bowler with Birmingham and shifted counties to find a permanent home.
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MS Dhoni has strange, often weird, tactics: Martin Crowe
Crowe stressed that Dhoni was only suited for the shorter formats where he used his all rounders to good effect.
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Serena Williams edges Samantha Stosur in ‘intense’ contest
In a tight contest that did not feature a single break, Williams needed nearly two hours to advance to the last 16.
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Sluggish Roger Federer survives scare in Cincinnati
Third-ranked Federer appeared sluggish at times as he struggled to tame the 46th-ranked Canadian.
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Ailing Tiger Woods pulls out of Ryder Cup
Tiger Woods has appeared on seven U.S. Ryder Cup teams between 1997 and 2012 but missed the 2008 edition.
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Another ‘A’ up BCCI’s sleeve
India A recently toured Australia for a couple of four-day games before clinching a quadrangular one-day series.
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Different strokes: Eng players show how to draw
Two of the finest, notes Guardian’s correspondent Andy Wilson — good enough to “put his teammates to shame”.
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Oval pitch wears a thick grass cover. But will it remain same?
During the net session, England clearly knew their backyard better and opted for 'slow' preparations.
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Sushil Kumar opts out of Asian Games
The decision came on the day, when the wrestling trials to determine the teams was held.
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Mahela Jayawardene’s presence in slip cordon was a confidence booster for us bowlers: Murali
Bowled Murali caught Mahela is highest bowler-fielder dismissals (77) involving a non-wicketkeeper in Test matches.
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Mahela Jayawardene’s swansong at hunting ground
Mahela to hang up boots after 2nd Test vs Pak at SSC, a venue where he has scored 2,863 runs, 11 of his 34 tons.
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Did boxer Manoj lose out on Arjuna because of namesake’s failed drug test?
Manoj, who won a gold at the Delhi CWG, seems to have lost out to Jai Bhagwan, a bronze-medal winner in 2010.
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Pavey, 40, wins 10,000m at Euros
It was with eyes closed and teeth gritted in exhaustion that Pavey crossed the line in 32 minutes, 22.39 seconds.
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Days after victory, giant killer Tsonga falls early
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga followed his week of big upsets with an early exit Tuesday.
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Ronaldo shows who’s the Real boss
Madrid’s No. 7 scores both goals as side defeat Sevilla to lift UEFA Super Cup in Cardiff, Bale’s hometown.
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Dortmund super hero wins German Super Cup
Dortmund beat Bayern 2-0 in German Super Cup on Wednesday to win the first domestic title of the season.
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Franck Ribery calls it a day
The French winger is retiring from international football to focus on his family; Vincent Kompany has signed a new contract with Manchester City.
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Sushil Kumar likely to skip Asian Games to focus on Rio Olympics
WFI on Wednesday announced the squad for the Asian Games, which did not feature Sushil's name
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RCA registrar puts a block in BCCI’s way
Registrar of Co-operative Societies here refused to recognise the Board's ad-hoc committee which was formed to look after the state of affairs.
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German court closes bribery case against F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone
The Munich state court on Aug 5 approved an agreement between Ecclestone's lawyers and prosecutors to end the trial.
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Indian cagers gear up for Asian Games test
After the historic win over China last month, Indian basketball team is training hard for the Asiad challenge.
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How Glasgow #CWG2014 fared on Twitter
The Glasgow Games was an instant hit with 3.3 millions people tweeting about the event.
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We want to keep our focus and play it for Mahela Jayawardene, says Angelo Mathews
Second Test against Pak will be an emotional one for Sri Lanka as Jayawardene bids farewell to Test cricket.
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Young duo embark England dream
After an impressive season, Salil and Madhav will look to make most of Eng tour, and be ready for Delhi's season.
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We can be very proud of 80 percent cricket we played, says Brendan Taylor
After a competitive outing against South Africa, Taylor feels they should have greater share in international cricket.
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James Anderson crossed the line of respect: Mike Brearley
Former England captain wrote Anderson must not encourage his aggression at the cost of respect.
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India’s three-day loss, homeless’ gain
Sandwiches, ordered to feed all staff and volunteers on the 4th, 5th days, were used to provide support to homeless.
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Stuart Broad may not need special protection for Oval Test
Stuart Broad's 'Ayrtek' helmet failed to stop the ball from getting between the peak and the grill.
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Sans Luis Suarez, can Liverpool sustain another title challenge?
Despite having a strong pre-season, it remains to be seen whether Liverpool will be able to cope without Suarez.
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Argentina name Gerardo Martino as new manager
Martino will make his debut in a Sept. 3 friendly against Germany in Duesseldor.
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Days after Rogers Cup win, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga crashes out in Cincinnati opener
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga lost to Mikhail Youzhny in his opener two days after winning the Rogers Cup in Toronto.
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Wayne Rooney gets captain’s job at Manchester United
Van Gaal said Rooney had the capacity to galvanise the youngsters in the squad.
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Cristiano Ronaldo fires Real Madrid to Super Cup victory
Real were superior in defence, midfield and attack with Ronaldo showing no sign of the knee injury.
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An elephant named Tiger crouches in the Ryder Cup woods
He’s back, or he’s not back. Or it’s all about his back. The golf world wonders and waits once again on Tiger Woods.
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Matches shifted due to Ebola
Ghana Football Association said it was considering the request by Africa’s top football body.
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Against Dortmund, Lewy set for Bayern bow
Bayern Munich will not sign any more players during the current transfer window despite a series of injury setbacks.
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John Isner wins battle of giants
6ft 10in American in Rd. 2 of Cincinnati Masters after straight-sets win over 6ft 8in Anderson; Wozniacki advances.
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Pope’s team count on the force in final
Francis follows football closely and has built an enormous collection of jerseys since his election.
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Only 13 foreigners for ISL, organisers say more to come
The clubs have expressed their concern saying they need at least a week to research about player before draft.
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BCCI recommends MS Dhoni for Padma Bhushan
BCCI felt that Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the right candidate for the award.
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No Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna this time
Committee finds none suitable for country’s most prestigious sports award.
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South Africa coast to easy victory, maintain top spot in Tests
Zimbabwe lost eight wickets for 83 runs on the final afternoon of the opening Test against South Africa.
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Kaneria’s life ban appeal turned down by court
Burton also decided Kaneria could not request the decision to be reconsidered at an oral hearing.
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MS Dhoni has unenviable task of choosing from a squad of underachievers
With reputations at stake at the Oval, skipper MSD has unenviable task of choosing from a squad of underachievers.
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David Silva signs new five-year deal with Manchester City
Silva joined City from Valencia in 2010 and has been instrumental in the club's rise in English football.
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Danish Kaneria’s appeal against life ban rejected
A disciplinary panel found Kaneria guilty of corruption while playing for county side Essex in 2009.
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I only play for India, says Jitu Rai
Ace shooter Jitu Rai, who won a gold in the CWG, said he is not bothered about any state benefits .
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Wasim Akram works guru, teaches English captains a lesson
Akram, with Hussain and Atherton, talks about his cricketing journey and the art of swing bowling.
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It was an honour representing Sri Lanka for 17 years, says Mahela Jayawardene
Test cricket will bid farewell to one of its most elegant players when Jayawardene quits the longer format.
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Lucky escape for Sunil Gavaskar in car crash
Gavaskar was sitting on left side of the rear when a car coming from opposite end collided with their's.
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India tour of England: India don’t show intent when MS Dhoni seeks safety net
MS Dhoni has taken decisions that suggest he is happy to try and hold the game where it is, says Harsha Bhogle.
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Doosra: For second time, Saeed Ajmal under scanner
Ajmal was previously reported in 2009 against Australia in Dubai before he cleared all the tests.
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India tour of England: In search of a break
Two extra days give India an opportunity to regroup before attempting to level series.
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Brijesh Patel named head of committee to oversee RCA operations
This committee will not only look after Rajasthan but also states like Uttaranchal and Bihar.
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Cloud over ISL’s Sun-backed Bangalore team
Organisers, reportedly rejected the collaboration between Sun Group and Bangalore FC owners JSW Sports, for the franchise.
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At dusk, the don of a new era
At 25, he is the third-youngest golfer to win four majors, behind Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus.
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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga sinks Federer, lifts Rogers
Wins Rogers Cup & becomes first to defeat four top-10 players in a row at a Masters since Canas in 2002.
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John Nyumbu takes five wickets on debut to restrict South Africa’s lead
Nyumbu took 5-157 on debut to dismiss SA for 357, a lead of only 141 runs; Zimbabwe finished Day 3 at 28/1.
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We need to be patient with this young India team, says Sunil Gavaskar
Gavaskar added that the team is in transition as some of its best players have retired a few years back.
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I could quit playing Tests to prolong my career, says Umar Gul
Gul said that if someone ask him if he could play Test matches he would say no because of the knee problem.
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Kumar Sangakkara regains top spot; Ravichandran Ashwin becomes No.1 all-rounder
Sangakkara returned to top following his 10th double century in the Galle Test which SL won by 7 wickets.
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After World Cup triumph, Miroslav Kloses German chapter
The second most capped player for Germany, Klose is the highest-scoring player in WC's history with 16 goals.
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Diego Maradona slaps reporter for ‘winking’ at wife
Maradona slapped one of the reporters who crowded around him as he left a TV show.
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England have to look at quality of back-up seamers: Geoffrey Boycott
Boycott issued warning to the English team to take a stock of the back-up seam bowlers.
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A Doosra! Saeed Ajmal reported for suspect action
For the second time Ajmal has been reported for suspect action. The first time was in April 2009.
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Ryder Cup: Phil Mickelson makes the cut
Phil Mickelson narrowly missed out on a sixth major victory at the PGA Championship; made his way in to the US team.
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Never thought I’d get this far at 25 years of age, says Rory McIlroy
Aged just 25, the Northern Irish world number one became the fourth youngest player to land four majors.
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James Rodriguez set for Real Madrid bow in Super Cup
Rodriguez, Toni Kroos and Keylor Navas arrived at the Bernabeu after impressing at the World Cup.
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Michael Phelps takes another step to Olympic return
Phelps was using the national championships to determine whether he would push through to Rio.
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Alastair Cook is developing quickly as a captain tactically, says England coach
Peter Moores is impressed with the way Alastair Cook led his team out of a lengthy slump.
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Agnieszka Radwanska tames Venus Williams to lift Rogers Cup
The first win of the season for Radwanska, it provided a timely jolt of confidence going into Flushing Meadows.
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Ryan Lochte holds off Michael Phelps in thrilling contest
Phelps was slow out of the blocks and ceded control to Lochte, who was on world record pace over the first 50.
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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga’s week of upsets ends with Rogers title
Tsonga denied 17-time grand slam winner Federer a landmark 80th career title.
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Rory McIlroy claims fourth Major in dramatic fashion
McIlroy, who won 2012 PGA Championship at Kiawah, became the fourth youngest player to land four majors.
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Roger one step away from landmark 80th at Rogers
Roger Federer said Jo-Wilfried Tsonga would be on a high after his series of upsets in Toronto.
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Venus beats little sister, causes big upset
34-year old Williams records first win over World No.1 Serena in five years to advance to Montreal final; meets Radwanska.
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At CFL, vanishing spray appears in Indian football for very first time
East Bengal were trailing 1-0 and were awarded a free-kick in the opposition half.
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Lights, Camera, Arsenal
English season begins with a picture perfect start for FA Cup champions as they down EPL holders City 3-0.
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Slowly but surely, SA reel in Zimbabwe
The International Cricket Council says Zimbabwe’s Tendai Chatara has been reprimanded for showing dissent.
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In thrilling final hour of Galle Test, SL beat rain, Pak
Wicketkeeper-batsman Sarfraz Ahmed top scored with an unbeaten 52 before he ran out of partners.
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‘Spineless’, ‘embarrassing’, ‘pathetic’; English press let it rip
Vaughan said “India were simply embarrassing” as they did not have the mental strength or character to fight under pressure.
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India tour of England: Handing over their thinking caps
After Dhoni takes it upon self to come up with ideas, India’s bowlers shelve imagination.
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Deepika leads women archers to WC team gold
The only right-handed archer in Mexico's team, Juan Rene shot last in the trio's rotation and he did not make any mistake.
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Lefty looks to streak ahead
Mickelson has given himself a chance of winning a sixth major title as he trails tournament leader Rory McIlroy.
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Men rise to sixth, women hammer Netherlands at Chess Olympiad
The Russian women defeated China in what was the most awaited clash of the women's section.
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Swing when you’re winning
On Saturday, day of frequent lead changes, Rory finishes strongly to enter last round one ahead.
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Arsenal win Premier League curtain raiser
Arsenal crushed champions Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield at Wembley on Sunday.
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There was no backbone shown by India, says Sunil Gavaskar
Former India captain slammed the cricketers for their embarrassing innings defeat in the fourth Test at Old Trafford.
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South Africa creep to top against Zimbabwe
South Africa remained in control by reaching 201 for four, 55 runs behind, at the close on the second day.
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Women’s archery recurve team clinches gold in World Cup stage IV; India bag five medals
Women archers clinch recurve team gold after routing Mexico 6-0 in the final; India return with five medals.
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MS Dhoni could join Stephen Fleming, Brian Lara with most away defeats
Dhoni is just three defeats away from joining the exclusive club of captains with worst Test records.
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Sri Lanka beat rain, Pakistan
Herath took 6 for 48 as Pak crumbled to 180 allout in their 2nd innings to give SL an unlikely 7-wicket win.
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Looking forward to Ranji to secure berth in World Cup squad, says Robin Uthappa
Uthappa said that he is looking forward to the new season to showcase his talent in Ranji Trophy.
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Sania Mirza/ Cara Black reach Rogers Cup final
Sania/ Black beat Hsieh/ Peng 7-6(3) 3-6 13-11 to set up final against top-seeded Errani/ Vinci.
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India tour of England: Michael Vaughan slams India for being ‘simply embarrassing’
Former England skipper Vaughan said that India didn't show any mental strength to fight under pressure.
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17-year-old Katie Ledecky breaks women’s 400m freestyle world record at US swimming championships
Katie broke the previous record of Federica Pellegrini set in 2009- era of the now-banned high-tech bodysuits.
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West Indies Cricket Board name Clive Lloyd as selection panel head
Lloyd, alongwith Courtney Browne, current head coach Gibson and team captain were named in the selection panel.
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Federer makes Rogers final
Federer advanced to the Rogers Cup final vs Tsonga beating Spain's Feliciano Lopez 6-3, 6-4.
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India vs England Statistics: India’s dismal batting overseas and England’s dominance at home
An Indian opening pair had failed to register a fifty-run stand in six previous tours to England.
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India tour of England: Stuart Broad included in unchanged England squad for Oval Test
Broad was injured while batting after being struck by a Aaron bouncer, with the ball splitting his nose.
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Venus wins Williams’ battle; reaches Rogers Cup final
Venus topped Serena 6-7 (2), 6-2, 6-3, for her first victory against her sister since 2009, to reach Rogers Cup final.
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Express LOL: How Team India is celebrating Raksha Bandhan
Here are seven ways in which Team India has spread brotherly love through the universe.
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Out of the shadows
Little-known athletes had their share of fame when they won their 1st CWG medal in Glasgow; IE traces them.
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Alarm bells for Pakistan with Kumar Sangakkara at No. 10
Sangakkara’s imperious 221 in just over 11 and 1/2 hours off 425 balls was studded with 24 fours.
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Dane Piedt strikes on debut
Dale Steyn and Dane Piedt claimed four wickets apiece for South Africa as Zimbabwe batted out the first day.
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Pankaj Singh off the mark at long last
After bowling 69 wicketless overs over 2 Tests, Pankaj dismissed Root for his 1st wicket to finish with 2/113.
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‘Magnus Carlsen’s advantage and my disadvantage have evaporated’
Few would’ve given Anand a chance to return as strongly as he was following his loss to Magnus Carlsen last year.
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Williams’ renew sibling rivalry
While it is a matchup fans always look forward to, for the sisters it is something they could live without.
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Michael Phelps gets the ‘butterflies’ at US nationals
Phelps was 2nd in 51.30, losing for 2nd time in 2 events this week — his biggest meet since making a comeback.
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Tiger Woods loses his stripes
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Tiger Woods has been a shadow of his former self since back surgery in late March.
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Our 7, 8, 9 have scored while top-order has not: Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Dhoni didn't forget to mention the consistent poor starts has put a lot of pressure on Pujara.
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Justin Rose blossoms at Valhalla
The English world number five birdied four of the first seven holes to reach the turn in four-under-par 31.
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Dane Piedt, Dale Steyn restrict Zimbabwe
Brendan Taylor weighed in with a lusty 93 in what was a lone defiance against the South African attack.
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Kumar Sangakkara’s 10th double puts Sri Lanka on top
Sangakkara's 10th double century put him just two behind Australian great Don Bradman's 12.
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Sushil Kumar, Yogeshwar Dutt to skip World Wrestling Championships
Sushil and Yogeshwar will not take part in the world meet to be held from September 4 to 18.
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India tour of England: The Fold Trafford
India concede 2-1 series lead to England following side’s collapse after tea on Day Three; lose by innings.
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Serena, Venus set up all Williams semi-final clash in Rogers Cup
This semis will mark the 25th time the sisters have squared off and first since a 2013 clash in Charleston.
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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga sends Andy Murray packing; Roger Federer in last four
Tsonga beat Murray 7-6 (5), 4-6, 6-4 while Federer was extended to three sets in defeating Ferrer.
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India vs England Statistics: Bhuvneshwar Kumar on verge of breaking Indian record
Bhuvi- 18 wickets in the series, sharing a record for most wickets in a Test series for India vs Eng in Eng.
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Kumar Sangakkara cracks ton in Sri Lanka’s emphatic reply
Sangakkara remained unbeaten on 102 off 218 balls, having hit 13 fours in his 10th century against Pakistan.
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Mark Vermeulen, who burned down Zimbabwe academy, set to make Test return
Vermeulen, who admitted burning down Zimbabwe’s cricket academy in 2006, last played a Test against SL in 2004.
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Grand slam: Novak Djokovic, Petra Kvitova shown the door
Current Wimbledon title-holders sent packing by Tsonga, Makarova at Rogers Cup; Federer, Serena through.
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Left in the dark, Mary Kom hits out at official apathy
Mary had reached Patiala in advance to ensure she is well prepared; Trials were to begin at NIS on Saturday.
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Asian Games boxing trials postponed
Ad-hoc committee says request came from CWG boxers, but most pugilists claim they were caught unawares.
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German bank rejects Bernie Ecclestone’s settlement offer
Constantin, a former Formula One owner, is sticking to its demand for $171 million from Ecclestone.
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Rory McIlroy soars in Valhalla
British Open champ seizes the lead with an eagle to stay in the hunt for third Major on US soil.
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Boxing India to conduct fresh elections on September 11
AIBA had provisionally approved Boxing India as the new governing body for the sport in India in May.
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Sports Ministry seeks report from IOA over arrest of officials in Glasgow
Sports Minister Sonowal said his ministry will wait for the report first before thinking of any move.
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Rory McIlroy soars to top on eagle
McIlroy seized the outright lead with an eagle at the par-five 18th in the weather-hit second round.
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Sachin Tendulkar lauds women, differently-abled Commonwealth Games medal winners
Tendulkar said that he was impressed by the commendable show of the Indian sportspersons in the Glasgow Games.
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Domestic calender to start from October 15, Ranji from December 7
Domestic season will begin on Oct 15 with Duleep Trophy while Ranji will begin Dec 7; Group A toughest.
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Didier Drogba announces retirement from international football
The Ivory Coast striker announced his retirement on Friday after 103 appearances for his country.
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Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene reign before rain
Sangakkara struck his 37th hundred as he and his retiring team mate Jayawardene powered Sri Lanka to 252.
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Mark Vermulen might don Zimbabwe colors again after a decade
Vermulen played his last Test match against Sri Lanka way back in May 2004 in Bulawayo.
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Red Bull Flugtag lands in Bangalore
The Red Bull Flugtag traveled all over the globe before arriving in India.
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ICC not considering revamp in Code of Conduct: N Srinivasan
ICC president's comment came within 24 hours of BCCI secretary Sanjay Patel's plea for a revamp in the apex body's regulation.
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Deepika Kumari sets sight on bronze after semifinal defeat in Archery World Cup
Deepika Kumari will battle for a bronze after she lost in the semifinal of the Archery World Cup in Poland.
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Maria Sharapova bows out, Serena Williams through to quarters
Serena Williams defeated Czech Republic's Lucie Safarova 7-5 6-4; Maria Sharapova lost to Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro.
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India tour of England: Against the run of play
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Varun Aaron and weather prevent England from running away with the game on Day Two.
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India tour of England: We got lucky with overhead conditions, says Stuart Broad
Stuart Broad said that the England bowlers were just spot on in favourable conditions.
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The ‘Indian Duck': World’s only non-endangered species
Our Men in Blue (playing in whites) have adopted this animal, and keep an eye on its well being.
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India vs England Statistics: Mahendra Singh Dhoni creates rare record
He has now posted eleven fifties against Eng - most by any batsman against any team without recording a ton.
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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga stuns Novak Djokovic; Roger Federer pulls great escape
Tsonga upsets Wimbledon champ Djokovic; Australian Open champ Wawrinka also beaten 7-6 (8) 7-5 by Anderson.
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ITF tells Israel it cannot host Davis Cup World Group play-off games
The Davis Cup committee said in a statement it "felt that its first priority was to ensure the safety of the players.
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Perera, the bright spot
Lankan spinner takes a five-wicket haul but not before Pakistan pile 451; hosts 99/1 at stumps on Day Two.
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Nine years later, South Africa face Zimbabwe in a big mismatch
South Africa skipper Hashim Amla said they will play as hard as if it were Australia in front of them.
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Thinking on his feet, Dhoni worked out a way to deal with James Anderson and Stuart Broad.
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EPL’s concussion protocol gives more teeth to on-field doctors
Twellman said it would be difficult for team physicians not to feel pressure from fans or other team members.
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Phelps falters on comeback
Phelps, who has been coy about whether his comeback is aimed at Rio, is entered in three more events this week.
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Arsenal’s World Cup winners to miss opener
Wenger admitted his side were not at full fitness for the traditional curtain-raiser to the season.
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Tiger in the Woods
Westwood, Chappell make strong starts to take lead in opening round.
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India tour of England: England bowled well but India are still in the game, says R Ashwin
Ashwin also added that he was disappointed to throw away his wicket because he could have scored more runs.
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ICC have sent a wrong message by letting off James Anderson, says Rahul Dravid
Former India skipper has slammed the 'not guilty' verdict given to James Anderson in the 'pushgate' incident.
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Leander Paes to miss Davis Cup tie against Serbia
Paes is fighting for the custody of his daughter; the hearing of the case is scheduled around the Serbia tie.
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Sri Lanka solid in reply to Pakistan’s big total
Sri Lanka reached 99 for one in reply to Pakistan's 451 at the close on the second day of the first Test.
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I hope our win inspires kids to take up squash, says Dipika Pallikal
Riding high on a Commonwealth gold, Dipika said she wants to change the face of squash in India.
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Michael Phelps finishes 7th on return
Participating in his first big tournament since 2012 London Olympics, Phelps finished a distant seventh in the 100m free final.
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ICC Code of Conduct needs to be revamped or rehauled: Sanjay Patel
According to the existing rules, BCCI can't re-appeal against the verdict, and the power rests with the ICC.
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India tour of England: Ain’t no sunshine
A gloomy 1st day for India at Old Trafford as they were dismissed for 152 after 6 batsmen went for a duck.
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MLS edge Bayern Munich in fierce contest
Landon Donovan scored the winning goal as the Major League Soccer All-Stars came from behind.
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Rusty Maria Sharapova, ruthless Serena Williams advance in Montreal
Fourth seed Sharapova rallied for a 4-6 6-3 6-1 second-round win while Serena destroyed Stosur.
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What nonsense this “manning up” is! Apart from everything else, it also suggests we are shallower half of world.
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At the pre-match press conference he repeatedly asserted that his team members weren’t looking back.
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ICC turns page in James Anderson-Ravindra Jadeja affair; BCCI may not give up fight
Alastair Cook defended his fast bowler’s attitude, claiming that Anderson if anything had a ‘split personality’.
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Like father, like Sanju Samson
When Sanju was picked for the first time in an Indian team, his father was in the midst of a coaching session.
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I am a better bowler now: Dhawal Kulkarni
Kulkarni did his chances no harm with a bagful of wickets for India ‘A’ during the tour Down Under.
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Great expectations, greater hype
On a hot streak, Rory Mcilroy keeps media bubble at club’s length before PGA Championship.
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Younis bails out Pakistan
Scores unbeaten 133 to take side to 261/4; at par with Mohd. Yousuf on 24 tons.
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Swiss master makes light work of Canadian Peter Polansky.
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Jason Dufner has pain in the neck for ‘big week’
Jason Dufner has been severely hampered by two bulging disks in his neck.
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Ton-up Younis Khan leads Pakistan’s recovery
Younis Khan scored his 25th century to repair the Pakistan innings which was wrecked after a delayed start.
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We want to play competitive cricket and not be too nicey-nicey: Alastair Cook
Cook welcomed the decision to clear Lancashire's Anderson to play on his home ground at Old Trafford.
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Team India takes tour of ‘other’ Old Trafford
The Indian team visited Old Trafford; the team was given a tour of the training facility and the stadium.
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India tour of England: All to play for in fourth Test at Old Trafford
India take on England in the fourth Test of the five-match series starting Thursday.
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A dynamic timeline and an exclusive video of the James Anderson - Ravindra Jadeja fracas. Stay updated!
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The International Cricket Council decided not to appeal against the 'non-guilty' verdict of the England pacer.
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Man Utd had a successful build up to the new season with victories over Liverpool and Real Madrid.
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Roger Federer launches 80th title campaign in style
Federer stormed into the third round of the Rogers cup beating Peter Polansky 6-2 6-0 on Tuesday.
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Selectors pick Sanju Samson, Karn Sharma for ODI, T20 series
A source close to the selection committee explained that Samson was being considered as a long-term prospect.
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India looking for sweeping changes
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Pakistan ready to tackle nemesis Herath, says Misbah
Pakistan has not won a test series in Sri Lanka since 2006.
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Not preparing well for Glasgow final cost Heena dear
Former World No. 1 Sidhu finished a disappointing seventh in the 10m air pistol final at Glasgow.
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NRAI selectors axe Annu Raj, displace team
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When the going got tough for Sarita Devi
CWG silver medallist, boxer Sarita Devi, says she fought in Glasgow with an injured wrist.
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Recovery on course: Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal sustained a wrist injury during practice late last month.
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Attempting to shuffle cards, India end up showing their hand
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ECB’s silence on its offer to Duncan Fletcher highlighted
Fletcher was present during the hearing, he wasn’t there as a witness.
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Ball is back in ICC court
BCCI asks the world body’s CEO to appeal against the verdict that cleared Anderson.
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In return leg, Michael Phelps opts for greenhorn racing-suit maker
Phelps had been sponsored by Speedo since he was 16, and starred at Beijing in a high-tech suit company designed.
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Ecclestone is now free to concentrate on running the global racing series.
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Pass master is past master
Spain loses its spine as Xavi Hernandes hangs up his boots from international football.
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Keylor Navas seals ‘dream move’ to Real Madrid
Navas said Casillas, 33, and the 32-year-old Lopez had been an inspiration to him during his career.
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Indian ODI team announced; Yuvraj, Gambhir, Harbhajan out
Mumbai paceman Dhawal Kulkarni was also included while paceman Mohit Sharma was recalled in the squad.
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We can go from strength-to-strength now: Chris Jordan
England can go from "strength-to-strength" after finally returning to winning ways in Test cricket, he said.
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Everybody is confident about playing Rangana Herath: Misbah-ul-Haq
Herath has often proved to be a thorn in Pakistan's side having taken 65 of his 237 test wickets against them.
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ICC to consider James Anderson verdict after BCCI protest
ICC chief executive Dave Richardson has until Sunday to decide whether to lodge an appeal against the decision.
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Xavi quits internationals, say grateful for all those years
The Barcelona player represented his country a record 133 times and helped Spain win the 2010 World Cup.
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Rilee Rossouw, Mthokozisi Shezi earn South Africa ODI call
The selectors have decided to rest Dale Steyn, Morne Morkel and Vernon Philander.
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Indian hockey team return home to rousing welcome
India ran into Australia again in Glasgow and lost 0-4 to the world champions in the gold medal clash.
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In 2003 World Cup, Sachin Tendulkar didn’t bat a single ball in nets: Rahul Dravid
No cricketer ever has scored more runs than the 673 recorded by Sachin in a single edition of a World Cup (2003).
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Manchester United end their U.S. tour unbeaten under new manager Louis van Gaal.
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With a hectic season to follow, there’s a good chance that selectors decide to give Ishant, Bhuvi and Shami a break.
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Sport at Manchester’s ‘other’ stadium
Lancashire’s Old Trafford is used to living in the shadow of United’s famous footballing mecca.
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From Glasgow to Asiad trials, tired boxers have little time for rest
National coach Gurbax Sandhu admits his boxers have little time to recover, but says there are few options.
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In ring, it’s about first impression
In the new scoring format, scoring isn’t about punches landed in sheer numbers.
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India’s Games medal count has fallen from 101 in Delhi to 64 in Glasgow, but the numbers don’t tell complete story.
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Referee, IOA official released from custody
IOA General Secretary Rajiv Mehta and wrestling referee Virender Malik, released from detentive custody for two separate cases of alleged assault.
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Coach’s brush with customs forces NRAI to read riot act
The NRAI has sent a letter to the Sports Authority of India (SAI) urging it to drop Chowdhry from the coaches roster.
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Joshana eyes Asiad gold after CWG high
Chinappa realises that the top-of-the-podium finish at Glasgow will raise expectations.
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Glasgow 2014: Why the guns fell silent
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Facts presented in a wrong manner, I wasn’t drunk, says Rajeev Mehta
Rajeev Mehta said the case is represented in a wrong manner; he was not in a drunk state either.
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India’s Commonwealth Games medal tally falls, but numbers don’t tell full story
The sharp dip in India's medal tally is not a reflection of a collective dip in the performance.
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Both players will play during the home leg matches of Singapore 'Slammers' matches between Dec 2-4.
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India retain fourth spot in latest ICC Test rankings
With the series tied at 1-1, India retain their fourth spot with 102 points; England currently ranked fifth.
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Yogeshwar Dutt may skip World Championships to be fit in time for Asian Games
Yogeshwar who competed in a new weight category at the CWG, said he will have to practice harder for the Asiad.
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Serena's return to fitness has come at just the right time with the US Open set to start on Aug 25.
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Big serving Milos Raonic wins Citi Open
Raonic took barely an hour to dispose of Pospisil 6-1 6-4 to win first ATP title of the year.
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Three years on, multiple Commonwealth Games medallist awaits job
Sayyed who recently won a silver in Galsgow was promised a job from the Haryana govt in 2010.
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India can’t win Test matches with four bowlers, says Andrew Strauss
The former England captain felt that the momentum was with England and the series was well poised.
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Australia recall Nathan Lyon for Zimbabwe tri-series; Phil Hughes ignored
Australia will tour Zimbabwe where they will play a triangular with South Africa featuring as the third team.
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Wrestling Federation of India suspends tainted referee Virender Malik
The WFI president suspended Malik but the Federation would wait for details before making his ban permanent.
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We are improving and can beat top teams in future, says PR Sreejesh
Sreejesh feels India should now focus on winning more against higher ranked opponents.
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These silver medals as good as gold, says national boxing coach Gurbax Sandhu
We hardly got any exposure before CWG but for the first time we had four boxers in the finals, Sandhu said.
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