BCCI Grants Rs 1 Crore for Cancer Treatment of Former India Coach Anshuman Gaekwad

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:13am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday Sports

the BCCI announced the release of Rs 1 crore for the treatment of former India coach Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling blood cancer at King's College Hospital in London. This decision follows emotional appeals from former captain Kapil Dev and Sandip Patil. Jay Shah, BCCI's secretary, has spoken to Gaekwad's family to offer support. The board emphasized its commitment to Gaekwad's recovery and pledged continued monitoring of his progress. Gaekwad, 71, played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs for India between 1975 and 1987.

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Sourav Ganguly Hits Back at Criticism Over Appointing Rohit Sharma as Team India Captain

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:48am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday Sports

Former BCCI President Sourav Ganguly defended his decision to appoint Rohit Sharma as India's captain, amidst past criticism. Ganguly, facing backlash initially, highlighted Rohit's success after leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. He stated, "I was criticised when I handed over the captaincy to Rohit. Now that we've won a trophy under his leadership, no one is abusing me." The transition saw Virat Kohli step down from T20I captaincy and later resign from ODI and Test roles. Ganguly's remarks come as India plans for new T20I leadership while Rohit continues as captain in ODIs and Tests.

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Barbora Krejcikova Wins Wimbledon Women's Singles

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:13pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

Barbora Krejcikova has won the Wimbledon women's singles title, defeating Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4. This is Krejcikova's first Wimbledon title and her second Grand Slam singles title. The 28-year-old Czech player became the seventh consecutive first-time winner of the women's singles title at Wimbledon. Krejcikova's victory marks a milestone in her career, solidifying her position as a top player in women's tennis.

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India vs Zimbabwe, 4th T20I: India Win by 10 Wickets, Take Series 3-1

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:15pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

India secured a convincing 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the fourth T20I, taking an unassailable 3-1 lead in the series. Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive 93 not out off 53 balls and Shubman Gill's unbeaten 58 off 39 balls helped India chase down Zimbabwe's 152/7 with ease. Earlier, Sikandar Raza's 46 off 28 balls was the highlight of Zimbabwe's innings. Khaleel Ahmed was the top performer for India, taking 2 wickets for 32 runs.

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Krejcikova on Brink of Wimbledon Title, Leads Paolini 5-4 in Deciding Set

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:03pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

Krejcikova leads Paolini 5-4 in the third set, serving for the championship. Paolini fought back from 0-40 down to level the score, but Krejcikova regained control. The Czech player has a championship point after Paolini's backhand went beyond the baseline. Krejcikova is one point away from her second Grand Slam title. The match has been intense, with both players displaying skill and determination. The winner will claim the Wimbledon women's singles title.

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Wimbledon Women's Singles Final: Krejcikova and Paolini in Deciding Set

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:43pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

The Wimbledon women's singles final is in its final set, with Krejcikova and Paolini tied at 2-2. Krejcikova won the first set 6-2, but Paolini fought back to take the second set 6-2. The match is evenly poised, with both players seeking their first Wimbledon title. Krejcikova, a former French Open champion, has had a remarkable run, defeating top seeds along the way. Paolini, an underdog, has surprised everyone with her impressive performance.

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India Beats Zimbabwe by 10 Wickets in 4th T20I

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:15pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

India wins the fourth T20I against Zimbabwe by 10 wickets, taking a 3-1 series lead. Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal's half-centuries led India to victory at the Harare Sports Club. Their impressive partnership helped India chase down the target with ease. This win solidifies India's position in the series, with one match remaining. Gill and Jaiswal's performance steals the show, showcasing India's strong batting lineup.

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Alcaraz and Djokovic to Face Off in Wimbledon 2024 Men's Single Final on Sunday

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:31pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will face Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon 2024 men's singles final on Sunday at the All England Club's Centre Court. The match will start at 6:30 PM IST, with live streaming and telecast available in India. Alcaraz seeks to retain his title, while Djokovic aims to equal Roger Federer's record of eight Wimbledon titles. This is Alcaraz's second Wimbledon final appearance, while Djokovic is a seven-time champion. The highly anticipated match promises to be an exciting showdown between two tennis greats.

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Zimbabwe Scores 152/7 Against India in 4th T20I

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:50pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

India won the toss and chose to bowl first in the 4th T20I against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club. Zimbabwe's captain Sikandar Raza led the charge, scoring valuable runs to help his team reach 152/7. India's bowlers restricted the hosts, but Raza's leadership helped Zimbabwe post a competitive total. India will now look to chase down the target and extend their lead in the series.

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India Opt to Bowl First in 4th T20I Against Zimbabwe

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:04pm on 13 Jul 2024,Saturday Sports

Indian captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first against Zimbabwe in the fourth T20I match at the Harare Sports Club. India is seeking its third consecutive win to secure the series. Zimbabwe's innings has reached 93/3 after 14 overs, with skipper Sikandar Raza leading the charge with 18 runs off 12 balls. However, Bennett is struggling to find his footing. Washington Sundar struck earlier, taking the wicket of Wessly Madhevere, which was neatly caught by Yashasvi Jaiswal. Johnathan Campbell has now joined the fray, hoping to redeem himself after scoring two ducks in the tournament so far. The match is intensifying, with India seeking to restrict Zimbabwe's scoring pace.

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