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Proteas' Matthew Breetzke makes history with 50-plus runs in his first four ODIs

IANS | August 22, 2025 2:14 PM

Mackay (Australia), Aug 22 (IANS) South Africa wicketkeeper batter Matthew Breetzke created history on Friday as he became the first batter in ODI history to start his career with four consecutive scores of 50-plus. Breetzke achieved the feat during the second ODI against Australia after scoring a powerful 88 off 78 at the Great Barrier Reef Arena, surpassing former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu's 48-year-old record.

South Africa take cautious approach as Bavuma rested for second ODI vs Australia

IANS | August 22, 2025 1:43 PM

Mackay, Aug 22 (IANS) One match after he returned to action in the first ODI against Australia, South Africa decided to rest skipper Temba Bavuma for the second match of the series here, owing to the ongoing management of his hamstring post the ICC World Test Championship triumph.

PKL 12: I don’t see any raider who can challenge me, says Gujarat Giants captain Mohammadreza Shadloui

IANS | August 22, 2025 1:12 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) After a disappointing campaign last time around, Gujarat Giants have assembled a strong squad filled with top talents to challenge for the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 title. One of them is Iranian all-rounder Mohammadreza Shadloui, who was last season’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).

BCCI invites applications for senior men’s, women’s and junior men’s selection committees

IANS | August 22, 2025 12:18 PM

Mumbai, Aug 22 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for multiple positions for its senior men’s, women’s and junior men’s selection committees.

Ito, Tjen set all-Asian meeting in US Open final qualifying round

IANS | August 22, 2025 11:35 AM

New York, Aug 22 (IANS) No. 3 seed Aoi Ito and fast-rising Janice Tjen set up an all-Asian matchup in the final round of US Open qualifying for a berth in the main draw.

Maharaja Trophy: Bengaluru Blasters climb to top of table with 7-wicket win over Shivamogga Lions

IANS | August 22, 2025 12:52 AM

Mysore, Aug 22 (IANS) The Bengaluru Blasters notched up a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Shivamogga Lions to register back-to-back wins in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 at the Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar Stadium here on Thursday.

DPL Season 2: West Delhi Lions edge Central Delhi Kings in last-over thriller

IANS | August 22, 2025 12:38 AM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) The Delhi Premier League (DPL) clash between Central Delhi Kings and West Delhi Lions turned into a nail-biter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday, with the Lions holding their nerves to seal a dramatic three-run win.

Pro Panja League: Kiraak Hyderabad clinch Season 2 title after epic win over Rohtak Rowdies in the final

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:48 PM

Gwalior, Aug 21 (IANS) After 17 days of relentless panja action, Kiraak Hyderabad claimed the title in Season 2 of the Pro Panja League, emerging champions by beating Rohtak Rowdies 30-18 in the summit clash here on Thursday.

US Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic in same half of draw; Sinner plays Kopriva

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:36 PM

New York, Aug 21 (IANS) The 2025 French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz will run into 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic in the men's singles semifinals of the US Open to be played at Flushing Meadows here, before a potential summit clash with World No.1 Jannik Sinner, who defeated him in the Wimbledon final.

PKL 2025: UP Yoddhas unveil new jersey ahead of Season 12; Sumit Sangwan named captain

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:24 PM

Lucknow, Aug 21 (IANS) UP Yoddhas unveiled their new jersey on Thursday in a special event, marking the start of their preparations for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League Season 12. The team have appointed Sumit Sangwan as captain and Ashu Singh as vice-captain — two players who have been part of the team setup since Season 7.

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Proteas' Matthew Breetzke makes history with 50-plus runs in his first four ODIs

South Africa take cautious approach as Bavuma rested for second ODI vs Australia

PKL 12: I don’t see any raider who can challenge me, says Gujarat Giants captain Mohammadreza Shadloui

BCCI invites applications for senior men’s, women’s and junior men’s selection committees

Ito, Tjen set all-Asian meeting in US Open final qualifying round

Maharaja Trophy: Bengaluru Blasters climb to top of table with 7-wicket win over Shivamogga Lions

DPL Season 2: West Delhi Lions edge Central Delhi Kings in last-over thriller

Pro Panja League: Kiraak Hyderabad clinch Season 2 title after epic win over Rohtak Rowdies in the final

US Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic in same half of draw; Sinner plays Kopriva

PKL 2025: UP Yoddhas unveil new jersey ahead of Season 12; Sumit Sangwan named captain

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