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ISL: East Bengal break four-game winless streak with 2-1 win over Kerala Blasters

IANS | January 24, 2025 11:21 PM

Kolkata, Jan 24 (IANS) PV Vishnu and Hijazi Maher scored a goal apiece as East Bengal FC returned to winning ways with a 2-1 triumph over Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Friday night. This was the Red & Gold Brigade’s first victory in five games, having last won 1-0 against Jamshedpur FC on December 21.

County Championships: Hassan Ali returns to Warwickshire for third season

IANS | January 24, 2025 11:03 PM

Edgbaston, Jan 24 (IANS) Pakistan’s experienced pace bowler Hassan Ali will continue his association with Warwickshire County Cricket Club, signing a new deal that ensures his availability for the 2025 season across all formats. The 30-year-old is set to rejoin the Bears from May 29 to the end of September, marking his third consecutive season with the club.

Zimbabwe bring new faces for multi-format series against Ireland

IANS | January 24, 2025 10:45 PM

Harare, Jan 24 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket have unveiled their squads for the much-anticipated home series against Ireland, comprising a one-off Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is. The series will take place in February 2025, offering fans a mix of formats and competitive cricket. Zimbabwe’s Test squad sees the inclusion of two uncapped players, with 27-year-old leg-spinner Vincent Masekesa and 26-year-old batter Nicholas Welch earning their maiden call-ups to the longest format.

Harry Brook urges England to strike back in second T20I against India

IANS | January 24, 2025 6:49 PM

Chennai, Jan 24 (IANS) After a seven-wicket loss in the first T20I in Kolkata, England's top-order batter Harry Brook has emphasised the importance of maintaining relentless pressure on India’s bowling attack in the second game of the five-match series. The match will take place at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday, with the visitors aiming to level the series at 1-1.

Uncapped Udara, Dinusha included in Sri Lanka Test series squad against Australia

IANS | January 24, 2025 5:33 PM

Colombo, Jan 24 (IANS) Sri Lanka has announced an 18-member squad to face Australia in the upcoming Warne-Murali Test Series, scheduled to kick off on January 29 in Galle. The two-match Test series will also serve as the final series of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. This series offers Sri Lanka a chance to climb the WTC standings, while Australia, already assured of a place in the WTC Final, will look to maintain their dominance.

Mandhana, Deepti included in women’s ODI Team of the Year led by Wolvaardt

IANS | January 24, 2025 5:10 PM

Dubai, Jan 24 (IANS) Star Indian batter Smriti Mandhana and all-rounder Deepti Sharma were included in the ICC Women’s ODI Team of the Year led by South Africa batter Laura Wolvaardt. Smriti Mandhana reigned supreme in 2024, finishing as the highest run-scorer in women’s ODIs with an impressive tally of 747 runs in just 13 matches. Her year began modestly with a 29-run knock against Australia in January. However, after a six-month hiatus from ODIs, Mandhana returned to action against South Africa in blistering form.

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