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MATCH STORY: New Zealand's proud record of ICC knock-out stage attendance comes to an end in T20 WC

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T20 WC: 43-year-old spinner shatters records after making debut in 1997

International Cricket Council (ICC) to implement Stop Clock rule in ODIs and T20Is to address the slow over rate issue. Notably, the Stop Clock rule will come into play from T20 World Cup.

West Indies' Chris Gayle performs with dancers at the launch of 100 days to go to the start of the T20 World Cup 2024 at Freedom Park in Bridgetown, Barbados, on February 22, 2024. (Getty)

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Big News: ICC comes up with massive rule change ahead of T20 World Cup to double up the thrill of cricket

All 20 teams will have a choice to play two warm-up games in T20 World Cup 2024. Notably, the showpiece tournament is set to start from June 2.

India's Jasprit Bumrah (R) celebrates with teammate Virat Kohli (C) and captain Rohit Sharma in this frame. (Getty)

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Revealed: How many warm-up matches will Team India play before T20 World Cup 2024?

In a big update, Sports Tak has learnt that T20 World Cup 2024's teams' squad will be announced by May 1. T20 World Cup is slated to start from June 2.

India's star batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (left) in this frame. (Getty)

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Big update on Team India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad announcement, know the date here

T20 World Cup 2024 ticket sales has gone live and is up for grabs with the ICC launching a public ballot system that is set to conclude on February 7.

England's Jos Buttler with the T20 World Cup 2022 trophy in this frame. (Getty)

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Big News: T20 World Cup 2024 tickets up for grabs, here's how you can apply as ICC introduces public ballot

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Sanju Samson is doubtful for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) versus Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) IPL 2025 match

Uncertainty over Sanju Samson's participation in RR vs LSG match looms large

Sanju Samson sustained an injury during RR vs DC IPL 2025 clash

Rajasthan Royals' captain Sanju Samson (C) in this frame

Massive update on Sanju Samson's availability for RR vs LSG IPL 2025 clash amidst injury concerns

Cheteshwar Pujara strongly slammed Punjab Kings' Glenn Maxwell amidst flop show in the ongoing IPL 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara came down heavily on Glenn Maxwell amidst flop show in IPL 2025

Glenn Maxwell is yet to click for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025

PBKS' Glenn Maxwell (Centre R) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of KKR's Venkatesh Iyer during their IPL 2025 clash

‘He needs to wake up. Would've been out of the XI if it were any other player': Pujara blasts PBKS star after flop show in IPL 2025

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are currently preparing for their upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash against Mumbai Indians.

CSK are currently preparing for their upcoming clash against MI. 

Dewald Brevis joined CSK ahead of MI clash.

' Gurjapneet Singh warms up before the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals

MS Dhoni's new masterstroke? CSK signs 21-year-old ex-MI star as a replacement for injured Gurjapneet Singh

Mumbai Indians (MI) star Rohit Sharma is currently going through a lean patch in his career. He managed to score 82 runs in six IPL outings at an average of 13.67. 

Rohit Sharma is going through a lean patch in IPL 2025. 

Ex-MI head coach backed Rohit Sharma ahead of IPL 2025 clash against CSK. 

Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma watches the ball after playing a shot during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad

'Big score is coming very soon': Ex-Mumbai Indians coach backs struggling Rohit Sharma ahead of IPL 2025 clash vs Chennai Super Kings

Former Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Rohit Sharma is currently going through a rough patch in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. 

Rohit Sharma is currently going through a lean patch in IPL 2025. 

Rohit Sharma scored 82 runs in the first six matches of IPL 2025. 

Rohit Sharma of Mumbai Indians makes their way off after being dismissed during the 2025 IPL match

'It’s now time for him to retire': World Cup winner suggests struggling Rohit Sharma to hang up his boots

Football

Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United to keep hold of their youngster Alejandro Garnacho after their 7-6 aggregate victory over Lyon in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Europa League.

Rio Ferdinand wants Manchester United to keep hold of Alejandro Garnacho.

Rio Ferdinand praised the 20-year-old young sensation and stated that he runs into spaces which further cause problems for the respective opponents.

Chelsea and Napoli are the two clubs who are interested in signing Alejandro Garnacho in the upcoming transfer window.

Diogo Dalot with Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund in the frame

Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to not sell 'Devastating' player after Lyon upset

Pakistan's women's cricket team have qualified for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2025 after thrashing Thailand by 87 runs in the qualifier

Pakistan women's team has finally qualified for the ODI World Cup 2025

Pakistan thrashed Thailand by 87 runs in the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier

Pakistan's Women's cricket team in this frame

Pakistan Team's ODI World Cup qualification comes as a headache for India and BCCI, know why

Barcelona will have to shed out a hefty amount of £10 million to English club Leeds United if Raphinha helps them win the ongoing UEFA Champions League.

Barcelona will have to pay Leeds United £10 million if Raphinha helps them win the Champions League.

The 28-year-old right winger joined Barcelona from Leeds United in 2022 for a whopping €58 million. 

The winger initially struggled during his first year at the club but this season, he has changed his fortunes as he is the number one contender to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or.

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Champions League glory could cost Barcelona £10 million to Championship side, Here's how

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Charles Jordan Alewa Amini

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Kabua Vagi Morea

Kipling Doriga

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Hong Kong, China

Tony Ireland Stadium, Townsville

151 by Tony Ura v Ireland on March 6, 2018 - w

Tony Ura

109 by Charles Amini v Namibia on March 29, 2023 - r

Charles Amini

109 by Lega Siaka v Hong Kong, China on November 9, 2014 - w

6/41 by Chad Soper v Hong Kong, China on November 6, 2016 - r

Chad Soper

5/13 by Riley Hekure v United Arab Emirates on March 5, 2023 - w

5/25 by Chad Soper v United Arab Emirates on February 28, 2023 - r

151 by Tony Ura v Ireland on March 6, 2018 - Ireland beat Papua New Guinea by 4 wickets

6/41 by Chad Soper v Hong Kong, China on November 6, 2016 - Papua New Guinea beat Hong Kong by 14 runs

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Assad Vala - (2003 runs for Papua New Guinea)

Tony Ura - (1363 runs for Papua New Guinea)

Charles Amini - (1128 runs for Papua New Guinea)

Chad Soper - (70 wickets for Papua New Guinea)

Norman Vanua - (61 wickets for Papua New Guinea)

Norman Vanua

Assad Vala - (55 wickets for Papua New Guinea)

Zimbabwe - Harare Sports Club, Harare

United Arab Emirates - Sharjah Cricket Stadium

United Arab Emirates - Zayed Cricket Stadium

Scotland - Mannofield Park, Aberdeen

Namibia - Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek

Namibia - United Cricket Club Ground, Windhoek

United Arab Emirates - Dubai International Stadium

Australia - Tony Ireland Stadium, Townsville

USA - Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida

India - Perintalmanna Cricket Stadium, Malappuram

United Arab Emirates - ICC Academy, Dubai

Zimbabwe - Old Hararians, Harare

Nepal - Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Namibia - Affies Park, Windhoek

Hong Kong - Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground

Papua New Guinea - Amini Park, Port Moresby

Oman - Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman

Oman - Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 2), Oman

Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast

107* by Tony Ura v Philippines on March 23, 2019 - a

93* by Assad Vala v Uganda on July 12, 2022 - w

93* by Tony Ura v Singapore on July 3, 2022 - w

5/9 by Kabua Morea v Philippines on July 23, 2023 - r

Kabua Morea

5/15 by Damien Ravu v Vanuatu on July 9, 2019 - w

Damien Ravu

5/17 by Norman Vanua v Vanuatu on July 13, 2019 - r

107* by Tony Ura v Philippines on March 23, 2019 - Match Abandoned 

5/9 by Kabua Morea v Philippines on July 23, 2023 - Papua New Guinea beat Philippines by 117 runs

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