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Pretoria Capitals and Durban’s Super Giants square off in a high‑stakes SA20 2025-26 clash at SuperSport Park, with both sides needing consistency after explosive but uneven starts to the season. Expect a hard-hitting contest between two power-packed batting units on a venue that generally rewards strokeplay and pace bowlers.​ Pretoria Capitals sit mid-table after one win in three, but their …

Ahead of the fifth and final Test of the Ashes 2025–26 at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith has opened up on the growing speculation around his international future. Speaking on the eve of the Sydney Test, Smith shared his thoughts regarding the potential retirement, insisting he is focused solely on the present rather than setting …

Severe gum disease can lead to tooth loss and has already been linked to conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Researchers in Japan have identified a potential connection between gum disease and multiple sclerosis (MS), a neurological condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. Multiple sclerosis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks myelin, the protective layer surrounding …

Brighton’s iconic Palace Pier has been put on the market after almost a decade under the ownership of serial entrepreneur Luke Johnson, underscoring the mounting pressure facing Britain’s leisure and hospitality businesses. The Grade II*-listed attraction, which opened in 1899 and remains one of the UK’s most recognisable seaside landmarks, is being sold by Brighton Pier Group, which has appointed …

The Ashes 2025-26 series has ignited fierce rivalry between Australia and England across iconic venues like Perth’s Optus Stadium, Brisbane’s Gabba, and Adelaide Oval, captivating millions worldwide. Beyond the boundary, the wives and girlfriends (WAGS) of Australia’s top cricketers have stolen the spotlight, cheering passionately from the stands, sharing stylish moments on social media, and embodying unwavering support amid high-stakes …

On January 2, 2026, Cricket South Africa (CSA) officially announced their 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Under the continued leadership of Aiden Markram, the Proteas have opted for a ‘shock-and-awe’ youth transition, retaining only seven players from the 2024 final-run team. South Africa’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad under …

In a high-voltage Elite Group B clash of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 at Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, Baroda faced off against Vidarbha on January 3. Vidarbha captain Harsh Dubey won the toss and elected to bowl first, setting the stage for a batting showdown under clear skies. The match quickly turned into a spectacle as Baroda’s star all-rounder …

The fifth Ashes 2025-26 Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), commencing on January 4, 2026, serves as the grand finale to a high-octane series that Australia have already mathematically secured. Ashes 2025-26: The final clash between Australia and England  Leading 3–1, the hosts dominated the early stages in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide before a resilient England side snapped an …

The blasts come as the U.S. military has been targeting, in recent days, alleged drug-smuggling boats. At least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft were heard around 2 a.m. local time Saturday in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas. It was not immediately clear what was behind the explosions. Venezuela’s government, the Pentagon and White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment. …

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The decision was communicated to the franchise on Saturday and is understood to be linked to recent developments in Bangladesh that have raised wider sensitivities, prompting the board …

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has sparked a fresh debate around the future of ICC tournaments by delivering a blunt assessment of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Ashwin believes that the sheer frequency of ICC events, combined with one-sided fixtures involving vastly unequal teams, could significantly reduce fan interest in the marquee tournament. Ravichandran Ashwin on why …

As Australia prepare for the final chapter of the Ashes 2025–26 series, emotions are running high in the home camp with Usman Khawaja set to play his final international match. Ahead of the fifth Test at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, Australian captain Pat Cummins shared a heartfelt message for his longtime teammate, making a special request that perfectly captured …