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Marcus Smith uses breathing technique to stay ‘calm and relaxed’ when kicking

Smith was off-target with two routine shots at goal as England lost to New Zealand this summer.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024

Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir share light moments during Team India's net session ahead of Pune Test

NEW DELHI: Batting maestro Virat Kohli and head coach Gautam Gambhir were seen sharing light moments during Team India's net session on Tuesday ahead of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune.

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024

'One thing we can't do is...' - New Zealand ready for wounded India's response

New Zealand are upbeat after the eight-wicket win in the rain-hit first Test against India in Bengaluru, and their middle-order batsman Daryl Mitchell says the team is ready to face any challenge, including a spinning track, in the second match of the series in Pune beginning this Thursday.

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024

'It's Sarfaraz Khan vs KL Rahul': Focus on playing XI as Team India aims to bounce back in second NZ Test

NEW DELHI: As the second Test commences in Pune on Thursday, India will be eager to make a strong comeback following their disappointing eight-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the first match at Bengaluru. The team management will be closely examining the optimal squad composition to ensure a competitive performance.

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024

WXV triumphs ideal World Cup preparation for England, says captain Marlie Packer

The successes have underlined England’s dominance on world stage.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024

Alastair Cook believes neither Virat Kohli nor Steve Smith stand closest to Joe Root

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Alastair Cook feels that Kane Williamson of New Zealand is the only player who can equal the in-form Joe Root at this "precise moment in time."

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Team India assistant coach gives big update on Rishabh Pant's fitness

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the 2nd Test against New Zealand in Pune, India assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate said Rishabh Pant will be "fine for this Test" and should hopefully keep wickets.

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024

KL Rahul or Sarfaraz Khan? 'No point sugarcoating...': India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate

KL Rahul finds himself in precarious position after poor scores in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. The 32-year-old scored 0 and 12 in the two innings and his struggles in the middle order played a role in India's collapse in both essays and an eventual 8-wicket loss.

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024

Diamonds to show their grit to level netball Cup series

Coach Stacey Marinkovich wants to see the Diamonds show some pride after being humbled in the opening Constellation Cup clash.

AAP · Oct 22, 2024

Sri Lanka vs West Indies LIVE: Cricket score and updates from West Indies in Sri Lanka 2024

Follow all the action from Pallekele International Cricket Stadium

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024