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England tour of Australia 2022

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Mohammaed Shami was the centre of attention in the first practice session in Eden Gardens. Gautam Gambhir was spotted having lengthy chats with Hardik Panda.

India is set to face England in 5 T20Is.

The first T20I will be played in Kolkata.

Team India took part in first practice session before the match.

Team India during first practice session in frame

Mohammed Shami's practice to Gautam Gambhir's 30-minute chat with Hardik Pandya; here are some biggest talking points from India's first practice session for England T20Is

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Former South Africa cricketer Daryl Cullinan feels Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli should play more cricket to be ready for the international cricket grind.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli haven't played international cricket since Champions Trophy 2025 final.

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Cullinan wants Rohit and Kohli to play domestic cricket since they've retired from T20Is and Tests.

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Football

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal thrashed Armenia 5-0 in their World Cup qualifier, extending his international goal record and paying tribute to the late Diogo Jota.

Cristiano Ronaldo nets a stunning brace to reach 140 international goals in Portugal’s dominant victory.

Emotional tributes to Diogo Jota mark a powerful night for the Portuguese team.

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UFC moves its landmark White House fight night to June 2026, with the octagon staged on the South Lawn.

Dana White favors Conor McGregor over Jon Jones to headline the historic event.

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Tennis

Amanda Anisimova’s US Open heartbreak continued with a straight-sets defeat to Aryna Sabalenka in the final. While praised for her potential, experts urged her to make key adjustments to unlock future Grand Slam success.

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