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Shardul Thakur not bowling a single over against Punjab Kings (PBKS) baffled many including former Indian head coach Anil Kumble.

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'Need to bowl me or not completely depends on captain': Shardul Thakur addresses why he didn't bowl against Punjab Kings

Former India head coach Anil Kumble is baffled by Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) captain Nitish Rana’s tactics against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on May 8.

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'He doesn't get an over which is very strange': Anil Kumble slams Nitish Rana's captaincy for ignoring Shardul Thakur

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Nitish Rana was on May 9 (Tuesday) fined Rs 12 lakh for breaching the Indian Premier League's (IPL) Code of Conduct during the match against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on May 8 (Monday).

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IPL 2023: Kolkata Knight Riders' captain Nitish Rana fined Rs 12 lakh for breaching Code of Conduct

Rinku Singh's match-winning performance for KKR against PBKS at Eden Gardens: Explore his game-changing strategy, backed by Andre Russell's support, in this cricket showdown.

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'I get goosebumps seeing him': Andre Russell heaps praise on Kolkata Knight Riders' consistent match-winner

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Will Cyclone Mocha wreak HAVOC on KKR vs PBKS IPL 2023 encounter?

Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shikhar Dhawan won the toss and opted to bat first at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

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KKR vs PBKS: Shikhar Dhawan drops Australian batter to bring back Sri Lankan big-hitter to counter spinners

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for a week amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. 

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

Michael Vaughan wondered if the IPL 2025 shifted to England

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'Wonder if it's possible to finish the IPL in...': Ex-England captain's massive suggestion to BCCI for hosting cash-rich league amid India-Pakistan tensions

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal said that the future of the 18th edition of the cash-rich league will be announced after assessing the situation. 

IPL 2025 suspended amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

BCCI working swiftly to send overseas players and support staff to their home amid India-Pakistan tensions. 

In pic: IPL chairman Arun Dhumal and Army officer 

'As you know, the situation escalated yesterday...' IPL chairman Arun Dhumal gives massive update on future of suspended cash-rich league amid India-Pakistan border tensions

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended IPL 2025 and is working swiftly to send overseas players and support staff to their home, prioritising their security amid escalating military tensions and cross-border conflict between India and Pakistan. 


BCCI suspends IPL 2025. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Pat Cummins (R) celebrates with teammate Travis Head after taking the wicket of Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2025 suspended: BCCI prioritises players' safety, overseas players are likely to leave on this day amid India-Pakistan border tensions

The IPL 2025 has been suspended by the BCCI for one week following the escalation on the India-Pakistan border.

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How IPL franchises came out in support of armed forces after escalation on India-Pakistan border

The BCCI has confirmed that the IPL 2025 has not been suspended indefinitely but for a week, after which the situation will be reassessed.

BCCI has suspended IPL 2025 for a week.

BCCI will reassess the situation and announce the update schedule in due course.

A total of 17 matches are remaining in IPL 2025 including the cancelled Dharamsala match. 

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BCCI suspends IPL 2025 with immediate effect for a week, gives big update on new schedule and venue

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The Neeraj Chopra Classic Javelin meet, which is scheduled to take place on May 24 in Bengaluru, has been postponed indefinitely, citing a war-like situation between India and Pakistan. 

Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event supposed to take place in Bengaluru.

Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event has been postponed amid India-Pakistan war-like situation. 

Neeraj Chopra of India during the javelin throw at the Wanda Diamond League 2024 final event and 48th edition of the Memorial Van Damme athletics meeting.

After IPL 2025, Neeraj Chopra Classic Javelin meet postponed amid India-Pakistan war-like situation

The third edition of the World Test Championship (WTC) final is scheduled to take place between South Africa and Australia at the iconic Lord's Stadium in England. 

WTC Final will be played between South Africa and Australia. 

WTC Final 2025 will take place at Lord's Stadium in England. 

 The One Day International World Cup and World Test Championship mace is displayed during an Australian nets session at Optus Stadium on December 13, 2023 in Perth, Australia.

India expresses their intention to bid for 2027 WTC Final: Report

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The Denver Nuggets will play host to Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 in the Western Conference semifinals on Friday, May 9th at the Ball Arena.

Denver Nuggets will take on Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 in the Western Conference semifinals on Friday, May 9th.

Michael Porter Jr. featured in 77 regular season games in this year's campaign.

The seven game series is currently tied at 1-1. 

Michael Porter Jr. in the frame

Denver Nuggets Injury Report: What is the status availability of Michael Porter Jr., will he start in Game 3 against Oklahoma City Thunder?

The Denver Nuggets will play host to Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 in the Western Conference semifinals on Friday, May 9th at the Ball Arena. 

Jamal Murray played a total of 67 regular season games in this year's campaign.

The seven game series between Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder is currently tied at 1-1.

Jamal Murray in the frame

Denver Nuggets Injury Report: What is the latest health update of star player Jamal Murray, will he start Game 3 against Oklahoma City Thunder?

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Match 53, Eden Gardens, Kolkata