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Big confidence booster: Punjab Kings' Suryansh Shedge banks on SMAT experience to excel in IPL

IANS | January 10, 2025 7:35 PM

New Delhi, Jan 10 (IANS) Banking on the confidence of the match-winning knock against Madhya Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) final that led Mumbai to their second title, Suryansh Shedge is gearing up to play the same role for Punjab Kings in the upcoming 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Shedge, who played an unbeaten knock of 36 off 15 balls studded with three sixes and as many fours in the SMAT final, was acquired by Punjab Kings for Rs 30 lakh in November's mega auction in Jeddah.

1st ODI: Skipper Mandhana scripts history in India-W’s six-wicket win over Ireland-W

IANS | January 10, 2025 7:05 PM

Rajkot, Jan 10 (IANS) Superb batting by the top order helped India Women defeat Ireland Women by six wickets in the first of three One-day Internationals at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium here on Friday. Pratika Rawal (89) and Tejal Hasabnis (53 not out) combined for a 116-run partnership to take India to 241/4 and help the hosts overhaul the visitors' score of 238/7 in 50 overs and win the match with 93 balls to spare.

Golf: Ancer and Catlin set to star at International Series India

IANS | January 10, 2025 5:27 PM

Gurugram, Jan 10 (IANS) The 2024 LIV Golf Hong Kong winner, Abraham Ancer, and the reigning Asian Tour Order of Merit champion, John Catlin, are among the latest stars to confirm their participation at the International Series India, the US$2 million tournament set to take place at DLF Golf and Country Club later this month.

Australian Open: I can be a dangerous opponent for anyone, says Raducanu ahead of opener

IANS | January 10, 2025 4:44 PM

Melbourne, Jan 10 (IANS) Emma Raducanu has declared herself ready to face the challenges of the Australian Open, expressing confidence in her ability to compete with the best after recovering from a back spasm. The 22-year-old British star, who pulled out of the Auckland warm-up tournament last week, has been training at Melbourne Park and is optimistic about her chances.

ISL 2024-25: Mohammedan SC look to end five-game goalless run against Bengaluru FC

IANS | January 10, 2025 3:52 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 10 (IANS) Bengaluru FC will play Mohammedan SC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Saturday. The Blues had secured a 2-1 win in the reverse fixture earlier this season and now have a chance to do a double over a Kolkata club for the first time since the 2018-19 season, when they defeated ATK twice.

HIL 2024-25: Soorma Hockey Club eager to face Hyderabad Toofans challenge

IANS | January 10, 2025 3:27 PM

Rourkela, Jan 10 (IANS) Soorma Hockey Club are halfway through phase 1 of the men’s Hockey India League being held at the iconic Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela. They are just two points away from joint table toppers – Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers and Tamil Nadu Dragons after four matches played. Soorma Hockey Club will now aim to continue their stellar performances in the second half of the phase, beginning with a match against Hyderabad Toofans on Saturday.

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