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Eternally grateful for all that you’ve done: PM Narendra Modi pens appreciation letter to MS Dhoni

Former Indian skipper and wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Thursday shared a letter of appreciation for him from Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his retirement from the international cricket. On Saturday on the occasion of India's 74th Independence Day, the 39-year-old bid adieu to international cricket and thus called curtains on his illustrious career spanning 16 years. Following his retirement, PM Modi wrote a lengthy two-page emotional letter for Dhoni, lauding the former Indian captain for his achievements on the cricket field and for everything he has…
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Former Indian cricketer and UP minister Chetan Chauhan dies aged 73

Former Indian cricketer and Uttar Pradesh minister Chetan Chauhan passed away on Sunday following multiple organ failure.He was 73-year-old at the time of his death. Chauhan was initially admitted to PGI Hospital in Lucknow after being tested positive for the novel coronavirus last month.He was later shifted to Medanta hospital in Gurugram. On Saturday, Chauhan's health was deteriorated and was shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).A source close to Chauhan had informed that the former Indian cricketer was critical at the moment and on the life support…
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MS Dhoni quits international cricket; Suresh Raina follows suit

Former India captain Mr Mahendra Singh Dhoni has announced his retirement from international cricket. The boy from Ranchi, who made his ODI debut in 2004, changed the face of Indian cricket with his calm demeanour, sharp understanding of the game and astute leadership qualities. One of the most admired and respected cricketers, Dhoni is also among the most successful captains in world cricket. It was under his leadership that India lifted the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 after having led India to triumph in the ICC…
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Suspension of IPL title sponsorship with Vivo a ‘blip’ not financial crisis for BCCI: Sourav Ganguly

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the title sponsorship deal for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 with Chinese brand Vivo earlier this week. The deal was suspended for this year after calls for a boycott of Chinese products and brands in the aftermath of the Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops in Eastern Ladakh where 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. Vivo and BCCI decided to suspend their partnership for IPL 2020 which is scheduled to take place in the UAE after…
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Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri, Ashwin extend wishes as ‘Captain Cool’ Mahendra Singh Dhoni turns 39

Former India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni turned 39 on Tuesday (July 7) and wishes are continuing to pour in for 'Captain Cool'. Indian men`s cricket team coach Ravi Shastri, skipper Virat Kohli and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin have all wished the former India captain on his 37th birthday.  "Happy b`day Mahi Bhai. Wish you good health and happiness always. God bless you," skipper Virat Kohli tweeted. "Happy Birthday Youngster! Have an absolute blast Legend," Indian team coach Ravi Shastri tweeted. "Inspiration to his Army and Decimation to the…
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On this day, 37 years ago: Kapil Dev guided India to maiden ICC World Cup glory

On June 25, 1983, India lifted their first-ever Men's Cricket World Cup title when Kapil Dev-led side stunned defending champions West Indies by 43 runs in the final of the showpiece event at the Lord's. The International Cricket Council (ICC) took to its official Twitter handle and informed its followers of India's feat while also sharing a picture of Kapil Dev lifting the trophy at World Cup 1983. "#OnThisDay in 1983, India won their maiden Men's @cricketworldcup title.Kapil Dev and his side stunned defending champions West Indies, beating…
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2011 World Cup: Final was fixed, claims ex-Sri Lanka minister; Kumar Sangakkara demands proof

Former Sri Lanka batsmen Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara have asked for evidence after country's former Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage alleged that team's 2011 World Cup final against India played in Mumbai was fixed. "Is the elections around the corner. Looks like the circus has started. Names and evidence?" Jayawardene said in a tweet replying to the news on a post from his Twitter handle. India had won the match by 6 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium on April 2 as Sri Lanka lost their second World…
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India’s oldest first-class cricketer Vasant Raiji dies aged 100

India's oldest first-class cricketer Vasant Raiji has recently passed away. He was 100-year-old. Ace cricket statistician Mohandas Menon took to his official Twitter handle and confirmed that Raiji--who appeared in nine first-classs matches for Bombay and Baroda--is no more. "Cricketer Vasant Raiji who turned 100 years on 26 January this year is no more!He played in 9 first-class matches from 1939 to 1950 for Bombay and Baroda.#RIP," he tweeted. Menon further confirmed that New Zealand's Alan Burgess, who was born on May 1, 1920 and played in…
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Looking at all possible options to stage IPL 2020, says BCCI president Sourav Ganguly

In a good news for Indian Premier League (IPL) fans, BCCI president Saurav Ganguly on Thursday (June 11) said that BCCI is working on all possible options to ensure that IPL is staged this year. Ganguly added that the BCCI could hold the IPL even in empty stadiums. According to Ganguly, fans, franchisees, players, broadcasters, sponsors and all stakeholders are looking forward to possibility of IPL being hosted in 2020. Talking to ANI, Ganguly said that recently many players, both from India and other countries, have also…
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VVS Laxman praises MS Dhoni, says his calling card was composure under pressure

Ex-India batsman VVS Laxman lauded former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday (June 9) and said that his calling card was composure under pressure-cooker situations. "Blessed with the rare equanimity of viewing cricket as a sport and not a matter of life and death, @msdhoni`s calling card was composure, especially under pressure. The 2007 World T20 triumph catalysed the stirring captaincy saga of a leader who talked through his deeds," Laxman tweeted. Dhoni started his ODI career in 2004 against Bangladesh but he failed to stamp his…
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