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<p>Ben Stokes has commended Ben Foakes as a 'special talent' behind the wickets, confirming that Foakes will be the featured wicketkeeper in the playing XI for the opening Test vs India in Hyderabad.</p>

Joe Root, Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes in action. (Getty Images)

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'He can do things other keepers can't': Ben Stokes's towering remark on 'special talent' Ben Foakes ahead of 1st Test vs India

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Barcelona reignites interest in Liverpool star Luis Diaz after missing out on Nico Williams, while Bayern Munich also emerges as a strong contender in the transfer race.

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Cristiano Ronaldo is guiding Al Nassr's summer transfer plans, urging the club to pursue a rising Real Madrid star as part of their long-term ambitions.

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New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt faces a major setback after a troubling arm injury forces him into a lengthy recovery, dealing a blow to the team’s rotation hopes.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirms Clarke Schmidt will undergo a significant procedure after suffering a UCL injury.

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