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'You brought calm, courage & deep love for Test cricket every time you played': Tendulkar congratulates Pujara on wonderful career

IANS | August 24, 2025 4:33 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Cheteshwar Pujara on a 'wonderful career' after the India stalwart announced his retirement on Sunday, hailing the No. 3 mainstay for bringing “calm, courage, and a deep love for Test cricket” to every innings and celebrating a career defined by resilience and classical technique.

Pujara’s career is a shining example of perseverance and selflessness, says Saikia

IANS | August 24, 2025 4:03 PM

Mumbai, Aug 24 (IANS) Devajit Saikia, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, congratulated Cheteshwar Pujara for having a distinguished playing career, adding that he was a shining example of perseverance and selflessness in the Test team.

Primary target is to secure 2026 WC qualification: Japan skipper Fujishima ahead of Men's Hockey Asia Cup

IANS | August 24, 2025 3:54 PM

Rajgir, Aug 24 (IANS) As Japan men’s hockey team arrived in Bihar ahead of the Asia Cup Rajgir, aiming for their maiden podium finish in the tournament's history, skipper Raiki Fujishima said the team's main focus is to secure FIH 2026 World Cup qualification by winning the continental event.

'From Sydney to Gabba, some of my best memories came batting alongside you': Pant's heartfelt post on Pujara's retirement

IANS | August 24, 2025 3:14 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant cherished the 'best memories' he made while batting alongside veteran Cheteshwar Pujara, who announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket on Sunday.

BWF World C'ships: Top shuttlers brace for tough challenge to keep India's medal streak alive

IANS | August 24, 2025 1:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) With the BWF World Championships starting on Monday in the French capital, India’s star shuttlers are all geared up to shoulder the huge responsibility of continuing the medal streak at the mega event, which dates back to 2011.

'You have been a great ambassador of this wonderful game', says Kumble on Pujara’s retirement

IANS | August 24, 2025 12:22 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Former India captain and head coach Anil Kumble paid tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara after the latter announced his retirement, calling him ‘a great ambassador of the game’ who gave it all for his team.

Cheteshwar Pujara announces retirement from all forms of Indian cricket

IANS | August 24, 2025 11:56 AM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Sunday announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket, bringing the curtains down on a distinguished career highlighted by the art of batting for a long time in Tests.

Aussie pacer Morris opts for back surgery, to be sidelined for 12 months

IANS | August 24, 2025 11:25 AM

Mackay, Aug 24 (IANS) Australia fast bowler Lance Morris has been ruled out of action for 12 months after opting to go for a surgery to solve his troublesome back issues. The long layoff will mean Morris is now out of contention for a spot in Australia’s squad for the Ashes, set to begin on November 21.

Afghanistan unveil Rashid-led 17-strong squad for Asia Cup

IANS | August 24, 2025 10:25 AM

Kabul, Aug 24 (IANS) Afghanistan have announced their Asia Cup squad, mixed with seasoned campaigners and emerging players, all set to be led by their star player Rashid Khan.

Maharaja Trophy: Smaran powers Gulbarga Mystics to 7-wicket victory over Bengaluru Blasters

IANS | August 23, 2025 11:50 PM

Mysore, Aug 23 (IANS) Gulbarga Mystics defeated Bengaluru Blasters by seven wickets in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 at the Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar Stadium here on Saturday. Smaran R. (89 not out off 52) continued his scintillating form, scoring his fifth half-century of the season with eight fours and five sixes to take the Mystics to second on the points table with 12 points from nine matches.

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'You brought calm, courage & deep love for Test cricket every time you played': Tendulkar congratulates Pujara on wonderful career

Pujara’s career is a shining example of perseverance and selflessness, says Saikia

Primary target is to secure 2026 WC qualification: Japan skipper Fujishima ahead of Men's Hockey Asia Cup

'From Sydney to Gabba, some of my best memories came batting alongside you': Pant's heartfelt post on Pujara's retirement

BWF World C'ships: Top shuttlers brace for tough challenge to keep India's medal streak alive

'You have been a great ambassador of this wonderful game', says Kumble on Pujara’s retirement

Cheteshwar Pujara announces retirement from all forms of Indian cricket

Aussie pacer Morris opts for back surgery, to be sidelined for 12 months

Afghanistan unveil Rashid-led 17-strong squad for Asia Cup

Maharaja Trophy: Smaran powers Gulbarga Mystics to 7-wicket victory over Bengaluru Blasters

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