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World Cup 2023: Mahmudullah rescued Bangladesh from 58/5 with his run-a-ball 111-run knock featuring 11 fours and four sixes&nbsp;against South Africa.

Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmudullah shake hands after loss to South Africa (Getty Images)

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'I think there was a little too much rest for me': Mahmudullah lashes out at Bangladesh team management after third World Cup ton

Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangladesh sunk to the bottom of World Cup 2023 points table after a massive 149-run loss to South Africa in their fifth match.

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan during clash against South Africa (Getty Images)

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Shakib Al Hasan's faith in his team wavers after 4 losses, wants Bangladesh to target finishing 5-6 if not semi-finalists

Aiden Markram-led South Africa climbed to the second spot in World Cup 2023 points table with a massive 149-run win over Bangladesh at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

Quinton de Kock and Mahmudullah celebrate their respective centuries (Getty Images)

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De Kock, Klaasen's carnage-filled knocks dampen Mahmudullah's record ton, South Africa beat Bangladesh by 149 runs to claim 2nd spot

South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock went berserk against Bangladesh to make up for the two low scores and break a few World Cup records.

Quinton de Kock celebrates his century against Bangladesh (Getty Images)

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Quinton de Kock breaks AB de Villiers World Cup record with century against Bangladesh, surpasses Virat Kohli too

Bangladesh faces South Africa at Wankhede Stadium, with Shoriful Islam's early wicket and dance celebration making headlines. Both teams reveal their playing XI for this crucial match.

Bangladesh pacer Shoriful Islam celebrate a wicket vs South Africa in the World Cup 2023.

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Watch: Shoriful Islam does the 'ek pal ka jeena' dance after getting Reeza Hendricks' wicket 

Bangladesh are looking to bounce back from three losses and the return of Shakib Al Hasan will surely work in their favour against South Africam who are without star pacer Lungi Ngidi.

South Africa skipper Aiden Markram and Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan at the toss.

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BAN vs SA: Shakib Al Hasan's return boosts Bangladesh as South Africa lose Lungi Ngidi to niggle; Check Playing XIs here

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In a video Jitesh Sharma can be heard admitting that he was supposed to lead RCB in the IPL 2025 clash against LSG

Jitesh Sharma was supposed to lead RCB in IPL 2025 clash against LSG

RCB are currently strongly placed on second spot in the IPL 2025 points table with 18 wins in 11 matches

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli (R) and captain Rajat Patidar in this frame

Not Virat Kohli or Krunal Pandya, this 31-year-old India star was to captain RCB in IPL 2025 clash against LSG sans Rajat Patidar's absence

Reportedly, the IPL 2025 clash between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals will be replayed after the IPL 2025 gets underway after getting suspended for a week time  

The PBKS vs DC IPL 2025 clash was called off

Reportedly, the match will be replayed once the IPL 2025 resumes

Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran Singh (C) react during the IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals

Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals suspended match to be replayed after resumption of IPL 2025? Know it all here

Legendary Brian Lara doesn't want Virat Kohli to retire from Test cricket. Reportedly Virat Kohli has communicated to BCCI about his Test retirement call

Brian Lara said that Virat Kohli is not going to retire from Test cricket

Reportedly Virat Kohli has communicated to BCCI about his Test retirement call

India's batting maestro Virat Kohli in this frame

'Virat Kohli is NOT going to retire from Test cricket': West Indies legend's big claim on India's batting superstar's retirement decision

Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) star batter Dewald Brevis has decided to return home after IPL 2025 was suspended for a week time

CSK's Dewald Brevis left IPL 2025 amidst the glitzy league was suspended for a week

Dewald Brevis has come out with a heartfelt post for CSK

CSK's star batter Dewald Brevis (L) in this frame

CSK's overseas star decides to return home after IPL 2025 postponed for a week due to India-Pakistan conflict, puts out heartfelt post

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that both India and Pakistan should stop all firing and military action on land, air and sea with effect from 5 PM Indian Standard Time on May 10. 


IPL 2025 likely to resume from next week. 

India-Pakistan agreed to ceasefire after 'Operation Sindoor'

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli (2R) is congratulated by Punjab Kings' Josh Inglis (2L) after their win at the end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Big news for cricket fans, IPL 2025 likely to resume next week as India-Pakistan announce ceasefire after 'Operation Sindoor'

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In what promises to be a captivating clash of eras, five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand will take on 11-year-old Argentinian sensation Faustino Oro.

This Argentine talent is only the fourth player to have become an IM before his 11th birthday. 

This high-profile match is being organized by Unichess and was established under the creative direction of Grandmaster Roberto Mogranzini.

Viswanathan anand

Viswanathan Anand returns to board: Five time World Champion to face 11-year-old Messi of Chess on June 1 

Tennis

Daria Kasatkina found herself in a moment of uncertainty at the net following her 6-4, 6-2 second-round defeat to Marta Kostyuk at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia.

Earlier in the day, Kostyuk had posted a statement on social media hinting that she would shake Kasatkina’s hand.

The handshake between Kostyuk and Kasatkina marked a historic moment not only for the two players but also for the sport of tennis. 

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Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk and Russia's Daria Kasatkina share historic handshake , here's why

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The 2025 NBA Playoffs continue to deliver high-stakes drama, with Saturday’s matchups set to intensify the second-round picture.

Later on Saturday, the Golden State Warriors will welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 3 of their series, currently deadlocked at one game apiece.

Despite trailing in their series, the Thunder remain the favorites to win it all.

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The Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, will play host to UFC 315 on Saturday, May 10, marking the promotion’s long-awaited return to the city since UFC 186.

The Bell Centre, home to the Montreal Canadiens, is Canada’s largest indoor arena.

Valentina Shevchenko vs Manon Fiorot is also on the cards.

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How to Watch UFC 315: Muhammad vs Della Maddalena — Date, Time, Streaming Details & Full Card Breakdown

American Football

Josh Allen took a jibe at Chiefs' Travis Kelce and his relationship with Taylor Swift.

Josh Allen, 28, began dating Steinfeld, also 28, in 2023. 

Kelce and Swift, both 35, initiated dating in 2023.

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South Africa vs Bangladesh Match Stats

Match 23, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai