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New Zealand tour of England 2023

England's captain Jos Buttler emphasises the importance of consistent team selection and expresses excitement over Jofra Archer's impending return as the World Cup approaches.

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England skipper Jos Buttler stresses loyalty in team selection, hails Archer's return as ODI World Cup 2023 edges closer

On the back of Dawid Malan's scintillating century and Moeen Ali's stifling spell with the ball, England defeated New Zealand by 100 runs in the 4th and final ODI.

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ENG vs NZ: Malan's scintillating century leads England to series win over New Zealand; gruesome thumb injury puts Southee's World Cup dreams in jeopardy

In the fourth ODI against England at Lord's, New Zealand's pace maestro Tim Southee sustained a thumb injury, sparking concerns for the team ahead of the ODI World Cup.

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ENG vs NZ: New Zealand's ace pacer suffers major injury scare ahead of ODI World Cup

England's star bowler Chris Woakes heaped praise on team's prolific all-rounder Ben Stokes and termed him a superhuman after latter's incredible 182-run knock against New Zealand of late.

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ENG vs NZ: Ben Stokes is a superhuman that can do incredible things — England's star all-rounder

Ben Stokes' record-breaking 182 not only overshadowed Jason Roy's earlier record but also paved the way for England's 181-run victory against New Zealand in the penultimate ODI match at The Oval.

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Record-buster Ben Stokes apologised to Jason Roy after smoking scintillating 182. Know why?

Ben Stokes delivers a masterclass with a record-breaking 182 against New Zealand, signalling England's formidable presence ahead of the World Cup.

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NZ vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Ben Stokes' record-breaking 182 coupled with poor New Zealand batting guides England to 2-1 series lead

England vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: All-rounder Ben Stokes went on a six-hitting spree during his record-breaking 182-run knock to help hosts post 368 on the board.

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Ben Stokes breaks Jason Roy's ODI record with career-best 182 vs New Zealand, sounds alarm bells ahead of World Cup

England's seasoned all-rounder, Moeen Ali, secured his position among the top spinners of the country by bagging his 100th wicket in ODIs in the match against New Zealand in Southampton.

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ENG vs NZ: Moeen Ali steps on a big milestone, becomes only third English spinner to achieve this feat

England vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Liam Livingstone rescued England from 55/5 to help them post a fighting total of 226/7 in a rain-curtailed game.

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7 wickets fall for 36 runs! New Zealand collapse in run chase, lose to England by 79 runs in second ODI

England vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: The rain-curtailed 34 overs per side encounter saw Mitchell Santner take a one-handed stunner to dismiss English opener.

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Watch: Mitchell Santner goes airborne to make Jonny Bairstow’s jaw drop with one-handed stunner

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for a week amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. 

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

Michael Vaughan wondered if the IPL 2025 shifted to England

In pic: IPL Trophy and fans leaving the stadium

'Wonder if it's possible to finish the IPL in...': Ex-England captain's massive suggestion to BCCI for hosting cash-rich league amid India-Pakistan tensions

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal said that the future of the 18th edition of the cash-rich league will be announced after assessing the situation. 

IPL 2025 suspended amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

BCCI working swiftly to send overseas players and support staff to their home amid India-Pakistan tensions. 

In pic: IPL chairman Arun Dhumal and Army officer 

'As you know, the situation escalated yesterday...' IPL chairman Arun Dhumal gives massive update on future of suspended cash-rich league amid India-Pakistan border tensions

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended IPL 2025 and is working swiftly to send overseas players and support staff to their home, prioritising their security amid escalating military tensions and cross-border conflict between India and Pakistan. 


BCCI suspends IPL 2025. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Pat Cummins (R) celebrates with teammate Travis Head after taking the wicket of Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2025 suspended: BCCI prioritises players' safety, overseas players are likely to leave on this day amid India-Pakistan border tensions

The IPL 2025 has been suspended by the BCCI for one week following the escalation on the India-Pakistan border.

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How IPL franchises came out in support of armed forces after escalation on India-Pakistan border

The BCCI has confirmed that the IPL 2025 has not been suspended indefinitely but for a week, after which the situation will be reassessed.

BCCI has suspended IPL 2025 for a week.

BCCI will reassess the situation and announce the update schedule in due course.

A total of 17 matches are remaining in IPL 2025 including the cancelled Dharamsala match. 

IPL 2025, Dharamsala stadium

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 with immediate effect for a week, gives big update on new schedule and venue

Football

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has been crowned the Football Writers' Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year, marking a remarkable third win in his illustrious career. 

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah won his third Football Writers' Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year award.

Salah has an impressive 33 goals and 23 assists across all competitions.

The last time Salah won the FWA Footballer of the Year award was back in 2017–18 and 2021–22 seasons.

Mohamed Salah in the frame

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah beats Premier League rivals to win FWA accolade

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) indefinitely postponed the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 after Dubai refused to host the tournament in the UAE amid an India-Pakistan war-like situation. 

PCB postponed PSL 2025 after Dubai shut doors to host the tournament. 

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 amid India-Pakistan border tensions.

A cyclist rides past a hoarding outside the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium, one of the venues for the Pakistan Super League (PSL), in Lahore on May 9, 2025. Pakistan's T20 cricket league 

PCB postpones PSL 2025 after Dubai shut doors on Pakistan's plan to host remainder of tournament in UAE

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The Neeraj Chopra Classic Javelin meet, which is scheduled to take place on May 24 in Bengaluru, has been postponed indefinitely, citing a war-like situation between India and Pakistan. 

Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event supposed to take place in Bengaluru.

Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event has been postponed amid India-Pakistan war-like situation. 

Neeraj Chopra of India during the javelin throw at the Wanda Diamond League 2024 final event and 48th edition of the Memorial Van Damme athletics meeting.

After IPL 2025, Neeraj Chopra Classic Javelin meet postponed amid India-Pakistan war-like situation

The third edition of the World Test Championship (WTC) final is scheduled to take place between South Africa and Australia at the iconic Lord's Stadium in England. 

WTC Final will be played between South Africa and Australia. 

WTC Final 2025 will take place at Lord's Stadium in England. 

 The One Day International World Cup and World Test Championship mace is displayed during an Australian nets session at Optus Stadium on December 13, 2023 in Perth, Australia.

India expresses their intention to bid for 2027 WTC Final: Report

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The Denver Nuggets will play host to Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 in the Western Conference semifinals on Friday, May 9th at the Ball Arena.

New Zealand tour of England, 2023