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India tour of New Zealand 2022

Time is ticking by and patience is running thin is the case for Sanju Samson and his fans as both await to see the wicketkeeper-batter's name in the playing XI of the Indian team.

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'Look at Surya, for inspiration': Sanju Samson's childhood coach urges wicketkeeper-batter to take a leaf out of SKY's book

In a toss-up to get the green light for the playing XI between Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant, the latter has invariably come ahead in the pecking order.

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‘How much can a player tolerate? Ambati Rayadu's career ended similarly': Ex-PAK cricketer slams BCCI and accuses of 'internal politics'

The third ODI between India and New Zealand was called off in Christchurch on Wednesday (November 30) as rain god continued to play spoilsport in the three-match series.

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Shikhar Dhawan shuts the door on Sanju Samson temporarily, explains why he is not getting chances

The third ODI between India and New Zealand was called off in Christchurch on Wednesday (November 30) as rain god continued to play spoilsport in the three-match series. Kane Williamson-led New Zealand thus clinched the series 1-0.

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IND vs NZ: Rain god saves India blushes in 3rd ODI as New Zealand clinch series 1-0

Right before of the third ODI between the Men in Blue and Kiwis on Wednesday, VVS Laxman said that coaching India in the absence of regular coach Rahul Dravid is nothing but a stop-gap arrangement.

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'It's only a stop-gap arrangement': VVS Laxman's big statement on being India's coach in Rahul Dravid's absence

With a pursuit to level the series, India locked horns with New Zealand in the third ODI in Christchurch on Wednesday (November 30). Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson, won the toss and invited India to bat first at the Hagley Oval.&nbsp;Meanwhile, right ahead of the third ODI, in an conversation with famous sports commentator Harshal Bhogle, Pant opened up on his batting order preferences in all the three formats. He showed his willingness to open in T20Is and play at no.4 or 5 in ODIs.

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'Would like to open in..': Rishabh Pant opens up on his batting-order preferences in all three formats ahead of IND-NZ 3rd ODI

The Men in Blue lock horns with Kiwis for the decider as Kane Williamson-led New Zealand won the toss and invited India to bat first in the final ODI of the three-match series at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Wednesday (November 30).

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IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: India invited to bat first as Kane Williamson drops star all-rounder to fit in CSK-released speedster

The limited-overs series between India and New Zealand has been a frustrating one for fans and players.

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Under clouds of uncertainty in Christchurch, Pant faces a challenge as Dhawan's men look to level series

The unabating debate on who is worthier of getting the nod in the Indian team between two exciting talents, Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson gets more mileage to it after former Kiwi cricketer threw his two cents on the matter.

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'...is he the best white-ball keeper batter? I am not convinced': Former Kiwi cricketer weighs in on Pant vs Samson debate

Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has been a revelation since he made his T20I debut earlier this year.

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Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh breaks silence on social media trolling and crisp criticism labeled by fans

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Asia Cup 2025

Murali Kartik down heavily on Pakistan for its boycott drama ahead of their Asia Cup 2025 clash against United Arab Emirates

Murali Kartik termed PCB's pre-match drama 'childish' which led to delayed start to Pakistan vs UAE clash

ICC rejected PCB's demand to remove match referee Andy Pycroft from Pakistan vs UAE match

Pakistan's captain Salman Agha in this frame

'Even kids in kindergarten don't behave like this': Former India star blasts Pakistan's boycott gimmick at Asia Cup 2025

Pakistan's star batter Saim Ayub faltered yet again to record third successive duck in the ongoing Asia Cup, this time against UAE

Pakistan's Saim Ayub recorded hat-trick of ducks in the Asia Cup clash against UAE

Earlier, Saim Ayub fell to golden duck in the match against India and Oman

UAE's Junaid Siddique (L) celebrates after taking the wicket of Pakistan's Saim Ayub

PAK vs UAE: Saim Ayub's nightmarish run in Asia Cup 2025 continues, records hat-trick of ducks to join unwanted list of Pakistan cricketers; Watch video

The Afghanistan captain was seen arguing with umpire Faisal Afridi following the conclusion of the clash against Bangladesh

Rashid Khan was involved in a heated exchange with umpire after the match against Bangladesh

Bangladesh defeated Afghanistan by 8 runs in Asia Cup

Rashid Khan in this frame

WATCH: Rashid Khan involved in heated exchange with umpire after Asia Cup clash against Bangladesh, video goes viral

Match referee Andy Pycroft has come clean has ICC has given him clean chit following handshake row in India vs Pakistan's Asia Cup clash

PCB alleged that Andy Pycroft Pycroft told the captains to avoid a handshake at the toss during India vs Pakistan clash

However, in ICC's investigation Pycroft has been found not guilty of any offence 

PCB's tantrum fails as ICC finds Andy Pycroft 'not guilty' in investigation following no-handshake episode in India vs Pakistan Asia Cup clash

India women scripted history as they annihilated Australia women by 102 runs in their second ODI on September 17

India women bullied Australia women by 102 runs in their second ODI

India successfully defended the 292-run total and bundled out Australia for a lowly 190 

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IND W vs AUS W: Ton-up Smriti Mandhana leads India to historic 102-run win over Australia in 2nd ODI in perfect dress rehearsal for World Cup

Motor Sports

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff reportedly spread rumors about Ferrari’s 2026 engine to keep engineers from leaving, while expecting George Russell to sign a contract extension soon.


Wolff allegedly claimed Ferrari is behind in 2026 engine development to make it a less attractive destination for Mercedes engineers.

Mercedes expects George Russell to finalize his contract extension, with only eight races left in the 2025 season.

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Toto Wolff spreads Ferrari engine rumors to retain Mercedes engineers

Lewis Hamilton says he’s unlikely to return to the F1 paddock post-retirement and plans to continue racing well into his 40s.

At 40, Hamilton values his current F1 career over starting a family and isn’t keen on returning to the paddock after retirement.

He looks up to Fernando Alonso’s longevity and intends to keep racing until around age 50.

Lewis Hamilton reflects on Ferrari debut at Italian GP amid grid penalty: "It’s all I ever thought..."

Lewis Hamilton hints he won't return to F1 paddock after retirement, plans to keep racing until 50

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Aqib Talib and Stephen A. Smith back Shedeur Sanders after reports he rejected the Ravens’ draft plan to make him Lamar Jackson’s backup.


Aqib Talib insists Shedeur Sanders is “no backup quarterback” and praises his starting potential.

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Former Eagles center Jason Kelce backed the team’s signature quarterback sneak, arguing the much-debated “tush push” makes football tougher and more exciting.


Kelce dismissed criticism of the play, saying punting is “softer” than fighting for a yard on fourth down.

Despite fans and coaches calling for a ban, the Eagles have converted 96.6% of fourth-and-short attempts with the play since 2022.

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Jason Kelce defends Eagles' controversial 'tush push', calls it tougher than punting

Football

Harry Kane struck twice as Bayern Munich opened their Champions League campaign with a commanding 3-1 victory over Chelsea at the Allianz Arena.


Trevoh Chalobah’s own goal and a Kane penalty put Bayern ahead before Cole Palmer pulled one back for Chelsea.

Kane’s second-half strike sealed Bayern’s dominance as they controlled possession and created more chances throughout the game.

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New Zealand vs India Full Scorecard

NZ vs IND, 3rd ODI, Hagley Oval, Christchurch, 30 November 2022 - Info

'Look at Surya, for inspiration': Sanju Samson's childhood coach urges wicketkeeper-batter to take a leaf out of SKY's book

Match Details

India tour of New Zealand, 2022

Wed 30 November, 07:00:00 IST

New Zealand, who chose to field

Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Mar 09

IND
254/6 (49.0 ov)

NZ
251/7 (50.0 ov)

India beat New Zealand by 4 wickets

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Mar 02

NZ
205 (45.3 ov)

IND
249/9 (50.0 ov)

India beat New Zealand by 44 runs

New Zealand in India, 3 Test Series, 2024 On Nov 01

IND
263 (59.4 ov) & 121 (29.1 ov)

NZ
235 (65.4 ov) & 174 (45.5 ov)

New Zealand beat India by 25 runs

Umpires

Umpire
Chris Brown (NZ), Chris Gaffaney (NZ) and Shaun Haig (NZ)

Referee
Jeff Crowe (NZ)

News updates

'Look at Surya, for inspiration': Sanju Samson's childhood coach urges wicketkeeper-batter to take a leaf out of SKY's book

‘How much can a player tolerate? Ambati Rayadu's career ended similarly': Ex-PAK cricketer slams BCCI and accuses of 'internal politics'

Shikhar Dhawan shuts the door on Sanju Samson temporarily, explains why he is not getting chances

IND vs NZ: Rain god saves India blushes in 3rd ODI as New Zealand clinch series 1-0

'It's only a stop-gap arrangement': VVS Laxman's big statement on being India's coach in Rahul Dravid's absence

'Would like to open in..': Rishabh Pant opens up on his batting-order preferences in all three formats ahead of IND-NZ 3rd ODI

IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: India invited to bat first as Kane Williamson drops star all-rounder to fit in CSK-released speedster

Under clouds of uncertainty in Christchurch, Pant faces a challenge as Dhawan's men look to level series

'...is he the best white-ball keeper batter? I am not convinced': Former Kiwi cricketer weighs in on Pant vs Samson debate

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh breaks silence on social media trolling and crisp criticism labeled by fans

New Zealand vs India Full Scorecard

NZ vs IND, 3rd ODI, Hagley Oval, Christchurch, 30 November 2022 - Info

'Look at Surya, for inspiration': Sanju Samson's childhood coach urges wicketkeeper-batter to take a leaf out of SKY's book

Match Details

India tour of New Zealand, 2022

Wed 30 November, 07:00:00 IST

New Zealand, who chose to field

Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Mar 09

IND254/6 (49.0 ov)

NZ251/7 (50.0 ov)

India beat New Zealand by 4 wickets

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Mar 02

NZ205 (45.3 ov)

IND249/9 (50.0 ov)

India beat New Zealand by 44 runs

New Zealand in India, 3 Test Series, 2024 On Nov 01

IND263 (59.4 ov) & 121 (29.1 ov)

NZ235 (65.4 ov) & 174 (45.5 ov)

New Zealand beat India by 25 runs

Umpires

UmpireChris Brown (NZ), Chris Gaffaney (NZ) and Shaun Haig (NZ)

RefereeJeff Crowe (NZ)

News updates

'Look at Surya, for inspiration': Sanju Samson's childhood coach urges wicketkeeper-batter to take a leaf out of SKY's book

‘How much can a player tolerate? Ambati Rayadu's career ended similarly': Ex-PAK cricketer slams BCCI and accuses of 'internal politics'

Shikhar Dhawan shuts the door on Sanju Samson temporarily, explains why he is not getting chances

IND vs NZ: Rain god saves India blushes in 3rd ODI as New Zealand clinch series 1-0

'It's only a stop-gap arrangement': VVS Laxman's big statement on being India's coach in Rahul Dravid's absence

'Would like to open in..': Rishabh Pant opens up on his batting-order preferences in all three formats ahead of IND-NZ 3rd ODI

IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: India invited to bat first as Kane Williamson drops star all-rounder to fit in CSK-released speedster

Under clouds of uncertainty in Christchurch, Pant faces a challenge as Dhawan's men look to level series

'...is he the best white-ball keeper batter? I am not convinced': Former Kiwi cricketer weighs in on Pant vs Samson debate

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh breaks silence on social media trolling and crisp criticism labeled by fans

IND
254/6 (49.0 ov)

NZ
251/7 (50.0 ov)

NZ
205 (45.3 ov)

IND
249/9 (50.0 ov)

IND
263 (59.4 ov) & 121 (29.1 ov)

NZ
235 (65.4 ov) & 174 (45.5 ov)

Umpire
Chris Brown (NZ), Chris Gaffaney (NZ) and Shaun Haig (NZ)

Referee
Jeff Crowe (NZ)