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Australia's batting maestro Shaun Marsh drew curtains on his 23-year-long illustrious cricketing career after Melbourne Renegades crashed out of BBL 2024.

Australia's star batter Shaun Marsh (right) walks off the field after getting dismissed during ODI match against India in this file photo. (Getty)

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Big News: Australia's superstar player announces retirement from all forms of cricket ahead of T20 World Cup

After the Hobart Hurricanes won against the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League (BBL) on January 4, all-rounder Nikhil Chaudhary had a heartwarming moment with Australian legend Brett Lee.

Hobart Hurricanes’ Nikhil Chaudhary (Left) and Former Australian pacer Brett Lee. (Photo Courtesy: Twitter)

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Watch: Nikhil Chaudhary performs kabaddi celebration with his idol Brett Lee after win over Melbourne Renegades

This development is a result of actions taken by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) against Mujeeb-ur-Rahman and fellow players Naveen-ul-Haq and Fazalhaq Farooqi.&nbsp;

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BBL 13: Melbourne Renegades remove Afghanistan star Mujeeb Ur Rahman from their squad with immediate effect; here's why

Electra Stumps represent a significant advancement in the realm of cricket entertainment, potentially revolutionizing how the sport is presented and experienced by audiences around the globe.&nbsp;

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Exploring Electra Stumps: The Big Bash League's game-changing innovation; all you need to know

The first-ever abandonment in BBL 13 took place during the Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers match on December 10 due to a dangerous pitch in Geelong.

Renegades players look at the pitch during the BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers. (Getty Images)

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BBL match abandoned after just 6.5 overs due to 'dangerous pitch' as extra bounce troubles batters, watch video

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Kimi Antonelli had a decent start to his career in F1. He finished in the top six in five of his first six races.



Mercedes F1 technical director James Allison has defended rookie Kimi Antonelli, attributing his recent struggles to the team's car performance issues rather than Antonelli's driving ability.

Despite a promising start to the season, Antonelli's points drought and race retirements have been linked to Mercedes’ competitiveness challenges, not his own lack of talent.

Kimi Antonelli in the frame.

Mercedes stand by Kimi Antonelli, blaming car performance for rookie's recent struggles

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Mohammed Siraj has picked up 14 wickets in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. He is currently the third-highest wicket-taker of the series after Ben Stokes and Jasprit Bumrah. 

Mohammed Siraj picked up 14 wickets in 4 Tests of Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. 

Mohammed Siraj is currently third highest wicket taker in Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. 

Mohammed Siraj of India participates in Day 4 of the Fourth Rothesay Test match between England and India at Old Trafford in Manchester, England, on July 26, 2025.

South Africa legend's four-word social media post for Mohammed Siraj in India vs England fifth Test goes viral

Rhea Ripley credits her husband, Buddy Matthews, for her success and work-life balance.


Rhea Ripley gives credit to her husband, Buddy Matthews, for providing essential support and understanding challenges in wrestling.

Ripley hinted at the possibility of working with Matthews on WWE if he makes a return.

Rhea Ripley in the frame.

Rhea Ripley credits 3-time WWE champion for her success, says 'I don't think I could do it without him'

Ayush Mhatre-led India Under-19 side are coming off a successful tour of England, where it won the Youth ODI series 3-2, before the two-match Test series ended in a 0-0 stalemate.


Ayush Mhatre to lead India Under-19 in Australia. 

Ayush Mhatre 340 runs in four innings against England. 

aibhav Suryavanshi of India U19 plays a shot during the Youth One Day Match between England U19 and India U19 at County Ground in Hove, England on June 25, 2025 in Hove, England.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr are looking to sign 19-year-old Portuguese winger Roger Fernandes from Braga for his €40 million release clause.



AL-Nassr look to sign 19-year-old Roger Fernandes, to add depth in their squad.

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to dominate for Al-Nassr with his record-breaking performances. 

Cristiano Ronaldo in the frame.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr eye Portuguese winger with €40 million release clause

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