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3 Instances when India suffered whitewash in Test series at home

3 Instances when India suffered whitewash in Test series at home

India‘s proud home record in Test cricket has suffered a devastating blow with a 0-2 whitewash against South Africa in 2025, their third clean sweep on home soil and the first since New Zealand‘s 3-0 triumph in 2024. This marks South Africa’s second series victory in India, echoing their 2000 dominance after 25 years, as they crushed India by 408 …

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Two climbers killed after falling from summit of New Zealand’s highest peak

Two climbers killed after falling from summit of New Zealand’s highest peak

Two climbers have tragically lost their lives while scaling New Zealand’s highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook. The duo were undertaking a grand traverse of the mountain when they fell from the summit ridge on Monday (November 24) night. One of the deceased was an IFMGA-qualified mountain guide and the other was their client. The New Zealand Mountain Guides Association reported that …

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WPL 2026: 3 franchises that can target Amelia Kerr in the mega auction

WPL 2026: 3 franchises that can target Amelia Kerr in the mega auction

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction is headlined by a handful of surprising omissions from the retention lists, and none is more coveted than Amelia Kerr. The New Zealand all-rounder, known for her sharp leg-spin and explosive middle-order batting, was a shock release by the Mumbai Indians (MI), allowing all five franchises a shot at acquiring her services. …

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Kane Williamson returns as New Zealand announce 14-man squad for first Test against West Indies

Kane Williamson returns as New Zealand announce 14-man squad for first Test against West Indies

New Zealand have named a 14-member squad for the opening Test against the West Indies, with Kane Williamson making a much-anticipated return to red-ball cricket. The first Test of the two-match series begins on December 2 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. Kane Williamson resumes Test duties after long break Williamson, who opted out of the July Test tour to Zimbabwe, is …

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NZ vs WI, 3rd ODI Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between New Zealand and West Indies?

NZ vs WI, 3rd ODI Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between New Zealand and West Indies?

The three-match ODI series between New Zealand and the West Indies culminates in the third and final match, where the hosts, having already clinched the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead, will be looking to complete a comprehensive whitewash. The Kiwis secured a narrow seven-run victory in the first ODI, which was followed by a rain-affected five-wicket win in the …

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نیوزی لینڈ کے ڈیرل مچل نے روہت شرما سے بڑا اعزاز چھین لیا – Sports

نیوزی لینڈ کے ڈیرل مچل نے روہت شرما سے بڑا اعزاز چھین لیا – Sports

نیوزی لینڈ کے ڈیرل مچل نے آئی سی سی ون ڈے رینکنگ میں سابق بھارتی کپتان روہت شرما کو پیچھے چھوڑ کر پہلی پوزیشن سنبھال لی ہے۔ آئی سی سی کی نئی جاری کردہ ون ڈے رینکنگ میں ڈیرل مچل نے روہت شرما کو نمبر ون پوزیشن سے محروم کر دیا ہے۔ یہ دوسرا موقع ہے کہ کوئی کیوی کھلاڑی …

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Shai Hope’s ton in vain as Devon Conway’s 90 helps New Zealand beat West Indies in the thrilling 2nd ODI

Shai Hope’s ton in vain as Devon Conway’s 90 helps New Zealand beat West Indies in the thrilling 2nd ODI

New Zealand continued their dominance at home with a confident five-wicket win over West Indies in the second ODI at McLean Park, Napier, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Despite a sensational century from West Indies captain Shai Hope, the hosts executed a composed chase, led by Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra, to wrap up the match …

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Gautam Gambhir shuts down pitch debate after India’s shock defeat in Kolkata Test against South Africa

Gautam Gambhir shuts down pitch debate after India’s shock defeat in Kolkata Test against South Africa

India head coach Gautam Gambhir firmly dismissed criticism surrounding the Eden Gardens pitch after the hosts crashed to a 30-run defeat against South Africa in the opening Test. Despite India being bundled out for a dismal 93 in the fourth innings, Gambhir clarified that the surface behaved exactly as the team had requested and insisted that the defeat stemmed from …

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Daryl Mitchell’s gritty ton powers New Zealand to narrow win in 1st ODI against West Indies

Daryl Mitchell’s gritty ton powers New Zealand to narrow win in 1st ODI against West Indies

New Zealand edged out West Indies by a narrow seven-run margin in the first ODI at Hagley Oval, thanks largely to a steely, injury-hampered century from Daryl Mitchell. On a pitch offering variable pace and lateral movement throughout the day, Mitchell’s 119 stood tall above every other effort and ultimately shaped the outcome of a tense series opener. Daryl Mitchell …

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