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Manipur bag Sub Jr NFC Tier 1 title in a high-scoring final

Berhampore (WB), Sept 11 (UNI) Manipur were crowned champions of the Sub-Junior Girls' National Football Championship 2024-25 Tier 1 after defeating Jharkhand 7-5 in a thrilling match here in West Bengal on Wednesday.
The winners led 4-0 at half time, but just when it looked like a one-sided affair, Jharkhand came back in the second session to score five goals though it wasn’t enough to alter the course of the match. Manipur remained firmly in control and added three more goals to clinch the issue.
The match saw an early lead from Manipur when Laitonjam Linthoi Chanu scored in the fifth minute. Captain Julan Nongmaithem further extended the lead with two consecutive goals in the 15th and 34th minutes. Thoudam Malemnganbi Devi added another just before halftime, making it 4-0 for Manipur.
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Ashutosh learning batting secrets from Pietersen

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Visakhapatnam, Mar 25 (UNI) Young cricketer Ashutosh Sharma has credited England legend Kevin Pietersen for guiding him in the dressing room, saying he frequently discusses batting techniques and experiences with the former great.
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Tripura girls football team advances to final match of Assam Rifles Sentinels Cup

25 Mar 2025 | 2:12 PM

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Australia's Queensland unveils venue plan for Brisbane Olympics

25 Mar 2025 | 1:32 PM

Sydney, Mar 25 (UNI) Australia's Queensland unveiled the finalized venue plan for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games on Tuesday, following approval from the state cabinet late Monday night.

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Chaubey's contradictory AIFF stance triggers resignation calls

Chaubey's contradictory AIFF stance triggers resignation calls

25 Mar 2025 | 12:51 PM

New Delhi, Mar 25 (UNI) All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey is facing fresh controversy over allegations of contradicting his own stance on politicians in football administration.

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Uncapped NZ duo earn call-ups in Latham-led squad for Pak ODIs

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25 Mar 2025 | 12:34 PM

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