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Golaghat’s Young Karatekas Win Big at National Championship, Coach Honoured
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Golaghat’s Young Karatekas Win Big at National Championship, Coach Honoured

The All India Karate Championship 2026 in Guwahati turned into a proud showcase for Golaghat district, with five students from Kamarbandha Karate Green Academy returning home with medals and recognition. Competing on May 16 and 17 at the Bhogeswari Phukanani Indoor Stadium, the team represented Assam against top talent from across India. Ankurjyoti Tamuli led the medal tally, clinching gold in his category. He is a Class 6 student at Golaghat Government Bezbaruah Higher Secondary School. Joining him on the podium were four bronze medalists from the same academy:Gaurav Saikia, a Class 4 student from Golaghat Jatiya VidyalayaAntarapriya Saikia, Class 8, Kamarbandha Higher Secondary SchoolNiharika Rajkhowa, Class 7, Kacharihat Jatiya VidyalayaMugdhajyoti Gogoi, Class 8, Dakshin Hengera...
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New Era for Meghalaya Cricket: Indoor Academy Set to Nurture Local Talent
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New Era for Meghalaya Cricket: Indoor Academy Set to Nurture Local Talent

Meghalaya’s sporting aspirations have received a significant boost with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art indoor cricket academy in Kurkalang. The facility, designed to provide year-round training and advanced skill development, aims to cultivate young talent and elevate the state's standing in the national cricketing landscape. The project was virtually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who conducted the ceremony from Sikkim. The Kurkalang academy is part of a coordinated infrastructure rollout spanning six Northeastern states. The event saw the presence of prominent figures in the cricketing world, including ICC representative Jay Shah and BCCI official Devajit Saikia, highlighting the strategic importance of the region in the broader roadmap for Indian cricket. Du...
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Mastery Over Mayhem: Bhuvneshwar and Hazlewood Revive the Art of Precision in T20s
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Mastery Over Mayhem: Bhuvneshwar and Hazlewood Revive the Art of Precision in T20s

In an era where T20 cricket is increasingly dominated by brute force and sky-high strike rates, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood have staged a quiet revolution by leaning into the disciplines of the red-ball game. During their latest high-stakes encounter, the two veteran seamers effectively neutralised aggressive batting lineups not through raw pace, but by employing the relentless "Test-match lengths" that have become a rarity in the shortest format. By prioritizing immaculate seam position and a nagging consistency on the off-stump channel, they transformed a potential run-fest into a tactical masterclass, proving that the traditional virtues of patience and accuracy remain the ultimate counter to modern batting mayhem. Bhuvneshwar’s ability to find lateral movement in the openi...
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The Making of a Phenom: How Vaibhav Suryavanshi Became the ‘Boy Monster’ of Modern Cricket
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The Making of a Phenom: How Vaibhav Suryavanshi Became the ‘Boy Monster’ of Modern Cricket

The cricketing world is currently abuzz with the name Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a young prodigy whose rapid ascent from the dusty lanes of Bihar to the glitz of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been nothing short of cinematic. Often referred to by scouts and coaches as a "Boy Monster" due to his physically imposing style of play and a maturity that far exceeds his tender age, Suryavanshi’s story is a testament to raw talent meeting relentless grit. Born into a modest family where cricket was more than just a game, his journey began with a plastic bat and a dream that refused to be sidelined by the lack of elite infrastructure. His Father, who recognized his son's exceptional hand-eye coordination early on, became his first coach, throwing thousands of balls a day to hone a technique that wo...
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The Unstoppable Juggernaut: India Solidifies Its Legacy as the Greatest T20 Team in History
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The Unstoppable Juggernaut: India Solidifies Its Legacy as the Greatest T20 Team in History

With a string of dominant performances on the global stage, the Indian national cricket team has now officially established itself as unequivocally the greatest T20 side to ever play the game. This status is not merely based on a singular trophy win but is supported by an unprecedented era of statistical consistency, tactical evolution, and an incredible depth of talent that has left rivals searching for answers. Since their historic triumph in the 2024 T20 World Cup, India has maintained a staggering win percentage that eclipses any other nation, proving that their success is a result of a systematic overhaul in how the shortest format is approached. By integrating fearless young power-hitters with a world-class bowling attack that can defend totals on any surface—be it the spin-friendly...
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500-wicket milestone: Jasprit Bumrah shines in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
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500-wicket milestone: Jasprit Bumrah shines in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

During the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium, Jasprit Bumrah, India's pace leader, reached a significant career milestone. He became the eighth Indian bowler to reach 500 international wickets with the first wicket he took off the opening delivery of his spell in the fifth over of England's chase. Anil Kumble, Ravichandran Ashwin, Harbhajan Singh, Kapil Dev, Ravindra Jadeja, Zaheer Khan, and Javagal Srinath are among the elite group of bowlers who have taken 500 wickets in all formats since making his debut against Australia in Sydney on January 23, 2016. The 32-year-old Ahmedabad fast bowler has already taken 234 wickets in 52 Test matches, 149 wickets in 89 ODIs, and 117 wickets in 94 T20Is, demonstrating his reliable play and p...
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Carrick Shifts Focus to Tactical Growth Following Initial Setback as Manchester United Manager
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Carrick Shifts Focus to Tactical Growth Following Initial Setback as Manchester United Manager

Michael Carrick has emphasized the importance of extracting vital "lessons" from his first defeat as Manchester United’s interim manager, urging his squad to treat the loss as a necessary catalyst for long-term development. Speaking in the aftermath of the closely contested fixture, Carrick maintained a composed and analytical stance, refusing to allow a single negative result to overshadow the progress made during his brief tenure. He noted that while the result was disappointing for the fans and the dressing room alike, the performance highlighted specific tactical vulnerabilities that must be addressed if the club intends to maintain a consistent challenge at the top of the table. For Carrick, the focus is not on the points dropped, but on how the players respond to adversity and adapt...
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Harry Brook Credits “Mastermind” McCullum After England Beats Pakistan
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Harry Brook Credits “Mastermind” McCullum After England Beats Pakistan

England’s rising batting star Harry Brook has heaped high praise on head coach Brendon McCullum, labeling him a tactical "mastermind" following England’s commanding victory over Pakistan in the recent Test series. Speaking to reporters after a Player of the Match performance, Brook highlighted how the fearless culture instilled by McCullum has transformed the dressing room into a space where players feel invincible regardless of the match situation. The young Yorkshireman credited the coach’s unconventional strategies and unwavering clarity for England’s ability to seize momentum on flat subcontinental tracks that usually favor a draw. According to Brook, McCullum’s genius lies in his ability to simplify the game, removing the fear of failure and encouraging his batters to take calculated...
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Spin to Dominate as England Face Pakistan in Key T20 World Cup Tie
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Spin to Dominate as England Face Pakistan in Key T20 World Cup Tie

England and Pakistan are set for a high-stakes Super Eight encounter in the T20 World Cup on Tuesday, with both sides eyeing crucial points on a surface expected to favor spin bowlers.The conditions are likely to play a decisive role, prompting both teams to rely heavily on their slow-bowling resources. England, the two-time T20 World Cup champions, may not have displayed their full potential yet, but they have consistently found ways to secure victories when it matters most.They began their Super Eight campaign with a commanding 51-run win over the Sri Lanka national cricket team, a result that significantly boosted their net run rate and propelled them to the top of the standings. Defending a modest total, England’s bowlers adapted brilliantly to the sluggish surface, triggering a drama...
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Golden glory: Hodgkinson smashes indoor 800m world record
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Golden glory: Hodgkinson smashes indoor 800m world record

On the day that Britain's Olympic champion was born almost 24 years ago, Keely Hodgkinson broke the women's world indoor 800-meter record set by Slovenia's Jolanda Ceplak. Ceplak set the record on March 3, 2002, with a time of 1:54.87, which Hodgkinson beat by 0.95 seconds at the World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold meeting in Lievin, France. Hodgkinson said, "Thank you for the amazing crowd." "You could be heard everywhere." Is the Briton off to a good start? started the season, finishing last weekend at the UK Indoor Championships in 1:56.33. Early on, Hodgkinson dominated the race, finishing the 200-meter course in 26.47 seconds and the 400-meter course in 55.56 seconds. The 23-year-old was far ahead of the competition by the 600-meter mark, which he reached in 1:25.06. The Briton domin...
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