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North Zone produced a stunning fightback to leave West Zone at 220/7, with 67 more runs needed for victory on Day 4.


Musheer Khan fell four runs short of a century as West Zone slipped from a commanding position.

West Zone need 67 runs with three wickets remaining to secure a Duleep Trophy semi-final berth.

Ruturaj Gaikwad in this frame. (Getty)

Duleep Trophy: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Musheer Khan shine before North Zone trigger 

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Morne Morkel has raised concerns over Rishabh Pant's availability after revealing that the India star is dealing with a badly bruised shoulder.


Rishabh Pant's shoulder is badly bruised and his fitness will be assessed overnight.

Dhruv Jurel took over the wicketkeeping duties as Pant remained off the field on Day 3.

Rishabh Pant in this frame. (Getty)

Rishabh Pant injury scare deepens as Morne Morkel reveals 'badly bruised' should

Sarfaraz Khan's constant chatter grabbed attention as Dhananjaya de Silva fell to Manav Suthar shortly after their on-field exchange in the second Test.


Sarfaraz Khan sledged Dhananjaya de Silva from short leg before the Sri Lanka skipper's dismissal.

Manav Suthar removed Dhananjaya as India tightened their grip on the Colombo Test.

Dhananjaya de Silva and Sarfaraz Khan in this frame. (Screengrab)

WATCH: Sarfaraz Khan sledges Dhananjaya de Silva, Manav Suthar strikes moments 

India tightened their grip on the second Test after reducing Sri Lanka to 265/8 before rain forced an early end to Day 3 in Colombo.


Sri Lanka ended Day 3 at 265/8, still trailing India by 238 runs.

Prasidh Krishna led India's charge before rain brought an early close to play.

Sonal Dinusha and Manav Suthar in this frame. (Getty)

IND vs SL 2nd Test: Sonal Dinusha fights back as Manav Suthar strikes, Sri Lanka

Tamil Nadu have named a 30-member Ranji Trophy probables squad featuring India stars Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar for the 2026-27 season.


Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar feature in Tamil Nadu's 30-member probables list.

Tamil Nadu will begin their Elite Group D campaign against Rajasthan on October 11.

Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar in this frame. (Getty)

Tamil Nadu name Ranji Trophy probables, Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar incl

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India won bronze at the 2020 and 2024 Olympics but failed to reach the Hockey World Cup semi-finals. Defensive struggles and declining player form highlight ongoing challenges in Indian hockey.

India hockey struggles despite Olympics bronze medals

India hockey struggles despite Olympics bronze med

How India's Hockey WC failures exposed flawed narrative of glory days' return

A 25% match fee fine on Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando has sparked debate on fairness and aggression, with varied opinions on punishment and player conduct in cricket.

He’s been fined 25% of the match

Jaiswal fires back at commentator, recieves ICC sanction & kicks up a storm

India opener Yashaswi Jaiswal addressed his heated confrontation with Sri Lankan Asitha Fernando during the second Test in Colombo, urging fans to avoid judgment without full context. 

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india opener yashaswe jayaswal addresses controver

Jaiswal breaks silence on Fernando incident - 'this India will fight'

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Sharmila Dhankar made history as the first Indian para athlete to win gold in track and field at the Commonwealth Games. Her inspiring journey highlights resilience, family passion for sports, and a bright future.

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Stripped naked & abandoned by drug-addict husband, the story of Sharmila Dhankar

During the second test between India and Sri Lanka, a heated confrontation occurred between Jaiswal and Asita Fernando following an aggressive dismissal, highlighting the match's intensity.

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Asitha Fernando

Jaiswal-Fernando involved in heated exchange in IND vs SL 2nd Test 

India’s hockey World Cup hopes remain alive but challenging after a loss to the Netherlands. The men’s team needs a big win against Argentina, while the women must beat Australia and hope for favorable results to reach the semifinals.

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india world cup hockey hopes after netherlands def

Hockey WC - What are the scenarios for India men's qualification for semis?

In the second Test at Mackay, Bangladesh werre bowled out for 64 runs, with Mitchell Starc taking six crucial wickets to dominate the match and secure Australia’s advantage

Australia versus Bangladesh test carnage at Mackay

Bangladesh bowled out for 64 as Mitchell Starc dominates at Mackay

Rahul Dravid believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the potential to become an excellent Test player but stresses the need for patience before rushing him into the longer format

Rahul Dravid on Suryavanshi's rise and test cricket future

Rahul Dravid on Suryavanshi's rise and test cricke

Dravid backs Sooryavanshi for Test cricket with a call for patience

Moses Henriques scored his first T20 century for Portugal in the ICC World T20 qualifier. After a long career with Australia, he now champions Portuguese cricket, inspiring the sport's growth in his homeland.

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Moses Henriques cracks century for Portugal in ICC World T20 Qualifier

AB de Villiers claims Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar in Test matches, sparking debate about their records and impact in challenging conditions.

Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar in test matches

Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar in tes

AB de Villiers claims Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar

England bowlers Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson each took five wickets in the first against Pakistan, and uniquely shared the cricket ball by splitting it in half

two england bowlers share one ball after five wicket hauls in same test innings

two england bowlers share one ball after five wick

Half the Ball, Twice the Wickets: Robinson and Tongue's unique keepsake

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Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death during Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with Philadelphia Union in MLS

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How India's Hockey WC failures exposed flawed narrative of glory days' return

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Jaiswal fires back at commentator, recieves ICC sanction & kicks up a storm

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Jaiswal breaks silence on Fernando incident - 'this India will fight'

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Stripped naked & abandoned by drug-addict husband, the story of Sharmila Dhankar

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Jaiswal-Fernando involved in heated exchange in IND vs SL 2nd Test

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Hockey WC - What are the scenarios for India men's qualification for semis?

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Bangladesh bowled out for 64 as Mitchell Starc dominates at Mackay

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Dravid backs Sooryavanshi for Test cricket with a call for patience

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Moses Henriques cracks century for Portugal in ICC World T20 Qualifier

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AB de Villiers claims Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar

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Half the Ball, Twice the Wickets: Robinson and Tongue's unique keepsake

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Lionel Messi scores first goal since father's death for Inter Miami

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