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Afsar Khan Zazai

Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar

Said Bahir Shah Mehboob

Bashir Ahmad

Bilal Sami

Darwish Abdul Rasooli

Fareed Ahmad Malik

Farmanullah Safi

Hashmatullah Shahidi

Ibrahim Zadran

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai

Ikram Alikhil

Imran Mir

Ismat Alam

Khalil Gurbaz

Mohammad Ishaq Shirzad

Mohammad Nabi Eisakhil

Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Nangeyalia Kharote Khan

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Qais Ahmad Kamawal

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rahmat Shah Zurmati

Rashid Khan Arman

Sediqullah Atal

Shahidullah Kamal

Sharafuddin Ashraf

Wafiullah Stanikzai Tarakhil

Mohammad Yamin Ahmadzai

Ziaur Rahman Sharifi

Zubaid Akbari

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Dunith Nethmika Wellalage

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Pathira Vasan Dushmantha Chameera

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Rajapaksha Vidana Pathiranalage Kamil Mishara

Pasqual Handi Kamindu Dilanka Mendis

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T20 World Cup: After gunning down India by 76 runs, Aiden Markram highlighted how South Africa batters dropped the ego and prioritised efficiency over flashy stroke play

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South Africa crushed India by 76 runs

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T20 World Cup 2026: South Africa defeated India by 76 runs in their first T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. 

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India's T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal qualification chances have taken a big hit after suffering a massive 76-run defeat against South Africa in their Super 8 clash

India surrendered to South Africa by 76 runs in their first Super 8 clash

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South Africa bulldozed India by 76 runs in their T20 World Cup Super 8 clash in Ahmedabad. India failed to chase down the massive 188-run target and were folded for just 111

South Africa rocked India by 76 runs in their Super 8 clash

South Africa bowled out India for 111 while defending 178-run target

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An arrest marks a major development in the tragic case involving independent wrestler Lars Luger and his mother, as authorities reveal new details in the investigation.

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A UFC star ignites controversy after launching a sharp public attack on Khamzat Chimaev’s latest ambitions, raising questions about the champion’s next move.

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Rafael Nadal’s latest off-court move sparks an unexpected reaction from a US Olympic champion, adding a fresh twist to his post-tennis journey.

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Arthur Fils shares an honest reflection after his Qatar Open final clash with Carlos Alcaraz, offering insight into his mindset following a high-stakes defeat.

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LA Lakers honor a franchise legend with a powerful tribute ahead of their highly anticipated clash against the Boston Celtics.

LA Lakers unveil a special tribute celebrating a Hall of Fame icon’s lasting legacy.

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