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01 Aug

India Champions Pull Out of WCL Semifinal Against Pakistan Amid Tensions Post Pahalgam Attack

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New Delhi, August 1, 2025 — In a dramatic turn of events at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025, the India Champions, led by Yuvraj Singh, withdrew from their scheduled semifinal clash against Shahid Afridi’s Pakistan Champions. The move came in protest against the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack and rising political tensions between India and Pakistan.The decision was consistent with the Indian team's earlier position during the league stage, where they had refused to engage with Pakistan on the cricket field. By standing firm again, they made it clear that there would be no cricketing ties amid such national…

31 Jul

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 to Kick Off in Visakhapatnam on August 29

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National Times Bureau, July 31, 2025: The 12th edition of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is all set to begin on August 29, bringing back the thrill of kabaddi to four major Indian cities: Visakhapatnam, Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi.The season will open at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Visakhapatnam, with Telugu Titans taking on Tamil Thalaivas and Bengaluru Bulls facing Puneri Paltan in the first two matches. This marks a special return for Vizag, which last hosted PKL matches in Season 6 back in 2018. The city had also been a part of the league’s early days, hosting…

30 Jul

Stokes Ruled Out of Fifth Test; Gill Calls It a Big Miss for England

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London, July 30 — Indian captain Shubman Gill said Ben Stokes’ absence from the fifth and final Test at The Oval is a major blow to England. Stokes has been ruled out due to a right shoulder injury.“He always makes something happen whether with the bat or ball. From their perspective, it’s definitely a loss,” Gill said during the pre-match press briefing.Stokes has been England’s standout performer this series, scoring 304 runs at an average of 43.42, including a century. With 17 wickets, he leads the wicket charts and was named Player of the Match in both the third and…

29 Jul

Tensions Flare at The Oval as India Coach Gambhir Clashes with Ground Curator Ahead of Final Test

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London, July 29, 2025 — On the eve of the highly anticipated final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, emotions ran high at The Oval as India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir was involved in a fiery verbal exchange with Lee Fortis, the chief curator of the ground. The confrontation, which unfolded during India's practice session, reflected the simmering intensity that has characterized this series between India and England.Eyewitnesses reported that Gambhir appeared visibly upset with the practice arrangements and directly confronted Fortis. Animatedly pointing fingers, the Indian coach raised his voice and was heard saying, “You don’t tell us what to…

28 Jul

Divya Deshmukh Makes History, Becomes First Indian to Win FIDE Women’s World Cup

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Batumi (Georgia), July 28 — Divya Deshmukh scripted history on Monday by becoming the first Indian to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025. She triumphed over compatriot Koneru Humpy with a 2.5-1.5 victory in the tie-breaks held in Batumi, Georgia.This monumental win not only earned Divya the coveted World Cup crown but also secured her final Grandmaster (GM) norm, making her India’s 88th Grandmaster and only the fourth Indian woman to achieve the GM title. The other three are Koneru Humpy, R. Vaishali, and Harika Dronavalli.The final clash saw both Indian stars tied 1-1 after two classical games, pushing…

27 Jul

India Survive Day 5 Onslaught to Draw 4th Test, Keep Series Alive at 2–1

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Manchester, July 27, 2025 — India pulled off a gripping draw against England in the fourth Test at Old Trafford, denying the hosts a decisive series win. Starting Day 5 under immense pressure and trailing by 311 runs, India showcased exceptional resilience and batting discipline to shut the door on England's hopes of victory.Shubman Gill continued his remarkable run as captain, scoring his fourth century of the series. His 103 not only steadied India early but also put him in elite company with Don Bradman and Sunil Gavaskar, who are the only other captains in Test history to have four…

27 Jul

Jadeja and Washington Lead India’s Gritty Resistance on Day 5, Keep Draw Hopes Alive

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London, July 27 – India clawed their way back into contention for a hard-fought draw in the fourth Test as Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja batted with grit and composure on day five. Their unbeaten half-centuries frustrated England and lifted India to 322 for four at tea, giving the visitors a slender 11-run lead.Washington Sundar (58* off 139) and Ravindra Jadeja (53* off 102) shared an unbroken stand that added 99 runs in a wicket-less afternoon session. Their dogged effort not only steadied India’s innings but also dented England’s morale, which had surged after a strong morning spell by Ben…

26 Jul

England Dominates with Mammoth Lead, India Fights Back Through Gill-Rahul Stand

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Manchester, July 26 – England asserted firm control on Day 4 of the 4th Test at Old Trafford, finishing with a commanding 311-run first-innings lead over India. But the visitors showed late resilience through an unbeaten 174-run partnership between Shubman Gill and KL Rahul.England posted a colossal 669 all out, their fifth-highest total in Test history. Ben Stokes stole the show with a sensational 141, becoming the first England captain to score a century and take a five-wicket haul in the same Test. Joe Root also starred with an unbeaten 150, surpassing Ricky Ponting to become the second-highest run scorer…

26 Jul

Men’s Asia Cup 2025 to Take Place in UAE from September 9 to 28

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National Times Bureau, July 26, 2025: The Men’s Asia Cup 2025 will be hosted by the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28, confirmed Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The announcement, reported by ESPNcricinfo, ends speculation about the venue and participation of key teams, especially India and Pakistan.This edition of the Asia Cup will follow the T20 International (T20I) format and will feature eight teams. The participants include the five full members of the ACC—India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan—along with associate members UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong.The tournament’s return…

24 Jul

Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan Dies at 71; WWE Mourns the Loss of a Global Superstar

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National Times Bureau, July 24, 2025: Hulk Hogan, the iconic figure who turned professional wrestling into a global sensation and remained a household name for decades, has died at the age of 71, World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) announced on Thursday. WWE shared the news on social media, noting that Hogan, one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, played a key role in bringing global recognition to WWE in the 1980s. The organization did not reveal the cause of death.Known for his bleach-blond hair, bronzed physique, and booming charisma, Hogan helped elevate wrestling from a niche underground act to a billion-dollar…