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Australia tour of New Zealand 2024

NZ vs AUS: Tim Southee expressed uncertainty about leading New Zealand in Asian conditions after humiliating Test series defeat against Australia.

New Zealand's Test skipper Tim Southee in this frame. (Getty)

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Tim Southee to be sacked as New Zealand's captain after brutal hammering in Test series against Australia? Veteran pacer opens up

Rohit Sharma's Team India is scheduled to tour Australia for a five-match Test series later in the year. The complete itinerary of the tour is yet to be announced.

India will tour Australia later in the year. 

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'With Bumrah, Shami...India are certainly...': Ex-Australia captain sounds alarm bells for Pat Cummins' team despite Test series win over New Zealand

With six wins in nine matches and a points percentage of 68.51, India sits atop the WTC points table. Australia has eight wins in 12 matches and a points percentage of 62.5.

Australian players posing with the trophy.

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WTC 2023-25 Standings: Big change in World Test Championship points table after Australia's win over New Zealand; check India's position

At a point where Australia seemed to be faltering with just 80/5, Alex Carey and Mitchell Marsh stepped up to the crease and shifted the momentum of the game.

Alex Carey and Pat Cummins celebrate after winning the match against New Zealand.

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NZ vs AUS: Sensational Australia clinch nerve-jangling 3-wicket win in 2nd Test against New Zealand; win series 2-0 as Carey, Marsh become heroes

NZ vs AUS: Rachin Ravindra contributed 82 runs before Matt Henry and Ben Sears caused Australia to stumble to 77 for four in their second innings at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

Matt Henry of New Zealand is congratulated by his team mates after dismissing Mitchell Marsh of Australia. (Getty Images)

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NZ vs AUS: New Zealand's rear-guard action turns up the heat on Australia as Christchurch Test tantalisingly poised after stumps on Day 3

Kane Williamson's innings concluded at 51 runs, falling victim to Pat Cummins. Tom Latham, however, remained unbeaten with a resilient 65 runs off 154 balls.

New Zealand secured a lead of 40 runs by stumps on Day 2.

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NZ vs ENG: Matt Henry's 7 wickets coupled with Latham and Williamson's half-centuries bring New Zealand back in 2nd Test against Australia

Shattering a 24-year-old record previously held by Daniel Vettori, Matt Henry's achievement marked a significant milestone in New Zealand cricket history.

Matt Henry bagged 7 wickets against Australia. 

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NZ vs AUS: With 7 wickets against Australia, Matt Henry breaks Daniel Vettori's record and surges to the top of an exclusive list

There have been numerous instances in the past where Glenn Phillips's jaw-dropping or high-flying act on the field has left fans stunned and in awe.

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WATCH: 'Superman' Glenn Phillips takes flight, secures outrageous one-handed catch to leave onlookers in complete disbelief; video viral

Australia dominated New Zealand on Day 1 of the second Test in Christchurch. Australia first bowled out New Zealand for paltry 162 and then ended the day's play at 124/4.

Australia's Josh Hazlewood (C) is congratulated by teammates after dismissing Tom Latham during Day 1 of the 2nd Test against New Zealand on March 8. (Getty)

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NZ vs AUS, 2nd Test: Josh Hazlewood's fifer guns down New Zealand for 162 as Australia placed at 124/4 after Day 1's play

New Zealand cricket icons Kane Williamson and Tim Southee made a memorable entrance onto the field, each accompanied by their children ahead of the second Test against Australia.

Tim Southee and Kane Williamson featured in their 100th Test on March 8, 2024.

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NZ vs AUS: After Ashwin and Bairstow, New Zealand stalwarts Kane Williamson and Tim Southee mark 100th Test appearance together

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New Zealand tour of India 2024

An out-of-form New Zealand pacer Tim Southee stepped down as captain after the Test series loss to Sri Lanka ahead of tour of India.

Tim Southee has not been in good for of late.

Tom Latham will lead New Zealand on India tour.

New Zealand's captain Tim Southee reacts as he walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal in the second Test against Sri Lanka 

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Big News: Tim Southee steps down as Test captain ahead of India tour amid poor form, new skipper announced

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James will feature in his 22nd year in the league but eye catchy part is that he will potentially become the first active player to have shared the court with his son, Bronny

LeBron James will feature in his 22nd year in the league and is tied with Vince Carter for the most seasons played

NBA insider Shams Charania says that LeBron James and Bronny James might get to make their potential opening night debut

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The tributes have been pouring in ever since the news broke that NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo had died due to brain cancer at the age of 58. One of the tributes was from Michael Jordan's ex-wife Juanita Vanoy.

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One of the tributes was from Michael Jordan's ex-wife Juanita Vanoy

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Michael Jordan’s ex-wife Juanita Vanoy remembers Dikembe Mutombo in touching Instagram post

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NASCAR insider Jeff Gluck discussed Chase Elliott's performances so far this season and feels that the driver for Hendrick Motorsports could pose a threat to the championship battle. 

NASCAR insider Jeff Gluck discussed Chase Elliott's performances so far this season and feels that the driver for Hendrick Motorsports could pose a threat to the championship battle

NASCAR insider Jeff Gluck feels Chase Elliott is not performing to his full potential

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It was announced by JR Motorsports that Carson Kvapil will drive for the team in the Xfinity Series as a full-time driver for the upcoming 2025 season. Kvapil will take over from Sam Mayer, who drives the #1 Chevrolet.

It was announced by JR Motorsports that Carson Kvapil will drive for the team in the Xfinity Series as a full-time driver for the upcoming 2025 season

Kvapil will take over from Sam Mayer, who drives the #1 Chevrolet.

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Australia tour of New Zealand, 2024