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Sourav Ganguly, Ajinkya Rahane join Prince William for Special Cricket Match in London

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Former India captains Sourav Ganguly and Ajinkya Rahane joined cricket legends Brian Lara, Joe Root and Harry Brook for a special tennis-ball cricket match on The Mall outside Buckingham Palace in London. Invited by Prince William, Rahane participated in the event to promote environmental sustainability ahead of the Earthshot Prize ceremony in Mumbai on November 17, 2026.

Sharing his experience on LinkedIn, Rahane described the occasion as unforgettable. "Cricket has taken me to some remarkable venues across the world, but playing tennis-ball cricket right on The Mall in London with Buckingham Palace in the backdrop is an experience that will stay with me for a long time," he said. Rahane also highlighted the importance of protecting the planet, saying environmental sustainability requires the same values that cricket teaches: discipline, teamwork and commitment.

Launched by Prince William in 2020, the Earthshot Prize supports innovative solutions to environmental challenges. Its sixth edition will be held in Mumbai, marking the initiative's debut in India.

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Sunil Gavaskar urges Indian players to take responsibility after heavy defeat against West Indies

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Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has called on Indian players to step up and take responsibility after the side crashed to a debilitating 24-run loss against West Indies in the fourth T20I on Wednesday in Hyderabad. Chasing an enormous target of 248, India started off brilliantly, with Sanju Samson firing on all cylinders and plundering 56 off 23. 

However, Ind...


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SA vs AUS: Tristan Stubbs dropped, Matthew Breetzke brought in for second Test

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Tristan Stubbs has been left out of South Africa’s squad for the second Test against Australia, with Matthew Breetzke being brought into the squad in his place. Stubbs got out cheaply across both innings in the first Test, managing only 32 and 1 runs, respectively.

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‘I’ve been your assistant for 25 Years’: Yuvraj Singh’s hilarious reply to Sourav Ganguly

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Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has opened up about his conversation with Sourav Ganguly before agreeing to join Delhi Capitals as an assistant coach and batting coach ahead of IPL 2027. Yuvraj shared an interesting response to Ganguly’s offer, highlighting the close bond the two former India teammates have shared over the years. Yuvraj made his internati...


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Power-hitter Abhishek Sharma creates history with record-breaking sixes

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Indian power-hitter Abhishek Sharma has created history, registering a monumental milestone in his extraordinary career. He accomplished the latest achievement during the fourth T20I against West Indies in Hyderabad on Wednesday, where the explosive batter became the leading six-hitter in a calendar year in the history of the format.

He hit his 69th six of 2026, sur...


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‘The turning point was when Tilak got out’: Sanju Samson on India’s defeat against WI

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India suffered a 24-run defeat against the West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad after failing to chase a challenging target of 248 runs. Following the match, Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson said that Tilak Varma’s dismissal was the turning point that changed the course of the game. Chasing 248, India were struggling at 130 for 5 ...