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Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has retired from T20 International cricket to prioritize Test matches and the 2027 ODI World Cup. The 35-year-old made the announcement on September 2, 2025, after a stellar career that included helping Australia win the 2021 T20 World Cup. Starc’s Journey in T20 Internationals Starc debuted in T20Is back in 2012 and played 65 matches over the years. He became known for his swing with…

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali has stirred controversy with his bold prediction for the India versus Pakistan match in the Asia Cup on September 14, 2025, in Dubai. He calls the upcoming clash a potential joke, blaming recent Pakistan Cricket Board decisions for weakening the team and setting up a likely heavy defeat. Basit Ali’s Strong Words on PCB Moves Basit Ali expressed deep frustration over how the Pakistan Cricket…

The Jacksonville Dolphins women’s soccer team kicked off their 2025 season with a strong start, securing a convincing 4-1 win over Georgia Southern on the road. This victory in Statesboro, Georgia, on August 17 marked the Dolphins’ second straight triumph, boosting their record to 2-0 while showcasing their offensive firepower early in the campaign. Explosive Start Sets the Tone The match began with high energy as Jacksonville pushed forward right…

Lionesses beat Spain in gripping shootout after 120-minute standoff in repeat of 2023 World Cup final England’s Lionesses are queens of Europe again—this time with nerves of steel and a hunger that wouldn’t quit. Georgia Stanway and her teammates held their ground through 120 tense minutes before edging past Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout to win the UEFA Women’s European Championship. It’s the second major trophy in England’s women’s…

A five-point win in Calvisano hides bigger questions for Ireland’s young hopefuls A win’s a win, sure. But Ireland’s U20 side didn’t look like a title contender in their opening match of the World Rugby U20 Championship. They survived more than they triumphed, edging past Georgia 35-28 in the sweltering Italian sun. The match had moments of quality, sure. But it was also riddled with missed tackles, miscommunication, and nervy…

India’s Jasprit Bumrah has drawn level with Kapil Dev’s long-standing overseas record, delivering yet another five-wicket masterclass at Headingley. But with two days still to go, this first Test between India and England is far from settled. Bumrah claimed 5 for 83 in England’s first innings, propelling him to 12 five-wicket hauls outside India in Test cricket — the same number as the great Kapil. The milestone came as India…

Danielle Donehew stood in the spotlight Saturday night in Knoxville, finally receiving the honor so many believed was long overdue: induction into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. And this one wasn’t just another award — it was a moment that stamped her name permanently into the history of the sport she’s helped grow for nearly three decades. The former Georgia Tech sharpshooter, now executive director of the WBCA, joined…

A quiet figure for weeks after IPL 2025, Dhoni resurfaces in headlines as JSCA honours him for his latest milestone – and the cricket world tunes in, once again. The man with the calmest face and loudest legacy is back on centre stage. Mahendra Singh Dhoni, India’s beloved captain cool, was officially inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, an honour that’s rekindled nationwide admiration and sparked a fresh wave…

Nicholas Pooran, one of West Indies’ most dynamic batters and a marquee T20 name, has announced his sudden retirement from all forms of international cricket at just 29. The announcement, made via Instagram, sent shockwaves through the cricketing community late Monday night. Pooran’s decision comes mere days after South Africa’s Heinrich Klaasen also walked away from the international scene, a trend that’s igniting serious debate about where modern cricket is…

The Congress high command has summoned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to Delhi following a tragic stampede that left 11 dead in Bengaluru. The June 4 disaster outside Chinnaswamy Stadium, during a packed celebration for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory, has not only triggered public outrage but also laid bare the fault lines in Karnataka’s Congress leadership. Tensions are simmering. And now, the party’s central leadership wants…