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Big Bash League 2023-24

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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New Zealand tour of India, 2024

Bangladesh tour of India, 2024

Sri Lanka tour of England, 2024

Ireland and South Africa tour of UAE, 2024

Bangladesh tour of Pakistan, 2024

South Africa tour of West Indies, 2024

ICC CWC League 2, 2023-27

ICC T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C, 2024

New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka, 2024

ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifier A, 2024

England tour of Pakistan, 2024

ICC CWC Challenge League A, 2024-26

ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifier B, 2024

West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 2024

ICC Women's T20 World Cup, 2024

India Women tour of Australia, 2024

Afghanistan and Bangladesh tour of UAE, 2024

South Africa tour of Bangladesh, 2024

New Zealand Women tour of India, 2024

Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 2024/25

England tour of Australia, 2025/26

Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25

Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe, 2024

England tour of New Zealand, 2024

Sri Lanka tour of South Africa, 2024

Bangladesh tour of West Indies, 2024

India tour of Australia, 2024/25

India tour of South Africa, 2024

Pakistan tour of Australia, 2024

England tour of West Indies, 2024

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American Football

The highly anticipated "Cowboy Carter" Christmas countdown is officially underway, and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is gearing up for a major performance.

Reports had circulated that Beyoncé’s halftime show would be extended to 20 minutes.

Beyoncé will perform live during the halftime of the Ravens-Texans game in her hometown of Houston.

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Taylor Swift's Rival included in Star Studded list to perform during NFL Christmas Day Game, here's everything you need to know

Others

The highly anticipated WWE Saturday Night's Main Event will return for the final special wrestling show of 2024 on December 14 in Uniondale, New York.

Originally running until 1992 and briefly returning in 2006, Saturday Night’s Main Event has become a staple in WWE’s history.

The inaugural US Women’s Champion will be crowned in this thrilling showdown.

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WWE Saturday Night Main Event 2024: Date, Time, Venue, match and more

Motor Sports

A former nurse who cared for Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has been accused of attempting to blackmail his family by threatening to release private photographs of the seven-time world champion.

Since the accident, Schumacher has been under the care of his family and medical staff.

 In the aftermath of the accident, Schumacher was placed in a medically induced coma, and his family has done everything in their power to shield him.

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 900 Private images and 583 videos : Michael Schumacher's former nurse accused of blackmailing Michael's family over his private pictures in an attempt to extort €15m, know it all

NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney has made a significant life change following his near-miss at the Cup Series championship.

On Thursday, Blaney married his longtime girlfriend, Gianna Tulio.

Blaney and Tulio exchanged vows at the elegant Hotel Jerome in Aspen.

Ryan Blaney with wife Gianna Tulio

Ryan Blaney ties knot with girlfriend after heartbreaking Cup series Championship loss

Gaming

Fans have been pleased by Capcom's announcement of Okami's sequel, which promises a glittering new chapter in one of the most beloved stories in all of gaming.

Amaterasu Returns: Okami's Next Chapter Promises a Mythical Revival!

A Masterpiece Reimagined: Okami Sequel Brings Myth and Magic to Life!

Two Decades Later, Okami Fans Rejoice as the Sun Goddess Shines Again!

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Capcom Thrills Fans Okami Sequel Reveal at Game Awards 2024

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Bad news for Gukesh as he slips in latest FIDE Chess rankings

Tennis

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Does Novak Djokovic’s US Open exit signal end is near? 

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EXPLAINED - India's dominance in Para Badminton in 2024 Paris Paralympics

Caribbean Premier League 2024

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Dwayne Bravo announces T20 retirement; confirms THIS TOURNAMENT as his last 

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U20 World Athletics Championships: Shahruk Khan breaks national record again, but fails to win medal

Melbourne Renegades

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Jacob Graham Bethell

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Jonathan Wayne Wells

Josh Brown

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Mackenzie Walter Harvey

Marcus Sinclair Harris

Nathan Michael Lyon

Tim Louis Seifert

Thomas Stewart Rogers

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Xavier Alexander Crone

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Sam Harper

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Tom Rogers

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Dwayne Bravo

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5/16 by Tom Rogers v Melbourne Stars on January 3, 2023 - Melbourne Renegades beat Melbourne Stars by 33 runs

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