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I can be one of the girls again - Heather Knight's new world

London, May 15 (UNI) Despite a nine-year stint as England captain coming to an end, the challenges keep coming for Heather Knight.
But the latest - slipping back into the batting ranks with the opportunity to "be one of the girls again" - might be a little more enjoyable after a winter in which England's women faced scrutiny and criticism like never before.
Knight was absent with injury when England crashed out of the T20 World Cup at the group stage, which led to questions surrounding their fitness and ability to handle pressure, but was removed as skipper as a result of the 16-0 Ashes humiliation which followed.
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Dubai to host FIVB Beach World Series for next five years

15 Jan 2026 | 10:46 PM

Geneva, Jan 15 (UNI) The Volleyball World and Federation Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) signed an agreement with the Dubai Sports Council as Dubai will host the FIVB Beach World .

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JSW Soorma Hockey Club register first win; beat HIL GC 3-1

15 Jan 2026 | 10:38 PM

Ranchi, Jan 15 (UNI) JSW Soorma Hockey Club registered their first victory in the Hockey India League 2026 (Men's) as they beat HIL Governing Council (GC) 3-1 in a comfortable fashion here
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VHT: Mokhade's ton, Nalkande's 5-fer sink defending champions

15 Jan 2026 | 10:15 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 15 (UNI) Aman Mokhade's commanding fifth List A century, combined with Darshan Nalkande's match-turning five-wicket haul, propelled Vidarbha to a six-wicket victory over defending champions Karnataka in the first semifinal of the Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite 2025-26 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1 here on Thursday.

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U-14 Cricket Controversy: J&K DYSS finalises team after fresh matches

15 Jan 2026 | 10:12 PM

Jammu, Jan 15 (UNI) In the wake of controversy erupted over selection of the Under-14 cricket team, the Jammu and Kashmir Directorate of Youth Services and Sports on Thursday announced the selected squad after fresh matches for participation in the 69th National School Games, scheduled to be held at Sikar, Rajasthan.

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