Cricket

Australia coach Andrew McDonald is confident in Steve Smith's ability to succeed in the openers' slot while he highlighted that adjusting to a new role takes time even for the best of cricketers.

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Australia coach Andrew McDonald announces who will open the batting in Tests against Team India 8 months before the series

Australia tour of New Zealand 2024

Steve Smith has urged for an immediate review of the rules regarding fast bowlers' bouncers. He feels these rules hinder a batter's ability to hit the ball in front of the wicket.

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NZ vs AUS: Steve Smith urges ICC to make one key rule change, says 'you really can't hit the ball anywhere if...'

West Indies tour of Australia 2024

Australia captain Pat Cummins, who had been in exceptional form with 19 wickets in the recent series against Pakistan, continued his impressive run

West Indies Shamar Joseph (L) celebrates after taking the wicket of Australian Steve Smith (R).

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AUS vs WI: Debutant Shamar Joseph lights up Adelaide on debut as action-filled Day 1 ends with Australia at 59/2, trail West Indies by 129 runs

David Warner highlighted Steve Smith's adaptability to various conditions and challenges, underscoring his capability to effectively handle the responsibilities of an opener.

(L-R) Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, David Warner and Usman Khawaja of Australia.

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'He is the best Test batsman in the world': David Warner snubs Virat Kohli and Joe Root in candid revelation

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Australia's journey to the World Cup final saw them recover from an initial setback against India, showcasing resilience with a streak of eight wins.

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'I think that our mantra going to the World Cup final is...': Big-match star Steve Smith fires huge warning to India

The ODI World Cup match between Australia and Afghanistan is scheduled to take place on November 7 (Tuesday) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

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Steve Smith acknowledges battle with vertigo ahead of Afghanistan match, says 'it's not a nice place to be'

With 26 World Cup matches under his belt, stylish Indian batter Virat Kohli has accumulated a commendable 1030 runs, boasting a high score of 107.&nbsp;

Steve Smith of Australia and Virat Kohli of India fist pump following Australia's win during game two of the One Day International series between Australia and India at Sydney Cricket Ground on November 29, 2020 in Sydney, Australia.

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IND vs AUS: Will this be the final World Cup for Virat Kohli and Steve Smith? Former India cricketer weighs in

Travis Head had to step aside because of a hand injury he suffered during the South Africa series. Yet, he's still included in the World Cup squad. Read on to hear what Steve Smith said about him.

Australian batters (from L-R) Travis Head, Alex Carey and Steve Smith.

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ODI World Cup: Steve Smith shares worrying update on Travis Head's injury ahead of India vs Australia clash

Australia tour of India September 2023

Key pacer Mitchell Starc ruled out of 1st ODI against India. Cummins returns after 10-month hiatus. World Cup squad decisions loom. Read on to know more!

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Mitchell Starc, Glenn Maxwell to miss 1st ODI against India, Pat Cummins and Steve Smith fit for Mohali match

Steve Smith has been Australia's third-highest run-scorer in ODIs since World Cup 2019. Smith's return will provide stability to the middle order.

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Steve Smith uses injection to recover in time for India series, ready to take another if wrist pain persists

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On Tuesday, 01st October, there were reports that Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela had been hospitalized and then later on, the news was finally broken by Mexican journalist David Faitelson on his X account. 

There were reports that Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela had been hospitalized

Fernando Valenzuela has been part of the Spanish broadcasting team since 2003

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Los Angeles Dodgers' legend Fernando Valenzuela's hospitalization raises eyebrows amid broadcast absence

The impressive speed of the Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani has earned him a career-high 59 stolen bases in the ongoing Major League Baseball (MLB) season and his teammate Mookie Betts is not much surprised by it. 

The impressive speed of the Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani has earned him a career-high 59 stolen bases in the ongoing Major League Baseball

Mookie Betts recently made his appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' where he spoke highly about Ohtani

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Mookie Betts heaps massive praises for MLB star Shohei Ohtani, says 'beats pretty much everybody'

Bangladesh tour of India 2024

Rishabh Pant was bowling to Shubman Gill when KL Rahul asked him if he had bowled before in the recently concluded DPL 2024.

Rishabh Pant was bowling to Shubman Gill.

KL Rahul asks Pant if he bowled during DPL 2024.

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'Aur Kya? ek run chahiye tha': Rishabh Pant's hilarious reply to KL Rahul's question about his bowling, Shubman Gill praises wicket-keeper for helping him practice

Irani Cup 2024

Mumbai's momentum was maintained by Rahane and Sarfaraz, whose 98-run partnership gave Mumbai a commanding lead heading into the second day of play.

Irani Cup 2024 is finally underway.

Sarfaraz Khan, Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer hit fifties.

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Irani Cup 2024: Players removed from Indian squad hit half-centuries to help Mumbai rattle Rest of India on Day 1

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MS Dhoni was recently spotted in the USA spending quality time with his friends ahead of the IPL 2024 mega auction. 

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