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Root primed for Test series against brilliant India

Root primed for Test series against brilliant India

London, June 18 (UNI) As England brace for a highly anticipated home series against India, kicking off this week in Headingley, Joe Root is relishing the busy stretch of red-ball cricket.
The England talisman is revving up for what promise to be a thrilling few months, with the Ashes in Australia scheduled later this year.
"You can only be excited. These are the series you play for. The opportunities in front of us are epic," said Joe Root to former teammate Stuart Broad in a conversation on Sky Sports.

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Dominant wins & thrilling finishes in Men's National T20 Cricket Tournament for Blind

16 Dec 2025 | 9:12 PM

Vijayawada, Dec 16 (UNI) The 8th Edition of the Nagesh Trophy – Men’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2025 witnessed an electrifying day of league matches across Vijayawada, Gandhinagar, and New Delhi, featuring commanding victories, a nail-biting finish, and standout individual performances—further underlining the growing competitiveness of blind cricket in India. .

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F1: Portuguese GP to return in 2027

16 Dec 2025 | 9:04 PM

Lisbon, Dec 16 (UNI) The Portuguese Grand Prix is to return to the Formula One world championship schedule in 2027 after a six-year absence, the sport's organisers confirmed on Tuesday. .

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Oviedo announces Guillermo Almada as third coach of season

16 Dec 2025 | 9:00 PM

Madrid, Dec 16 (UNI) Real Oviedo has appointed Uruguayan coach Guillermo Almada after reaching an agreement with Spanish second-division side Valladolid.
Almada has signed a contract through the end of the season.
Midseason moves between Spanish clubs are rare, as they require the clubs involved to agree a transfer fee.
Almada becomes Oviedo's third coach of the campaign, replacing Luis Carrion, who was dismissed after Sunday's 4-0 loss away to Sevilla extended his winless spell.

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Real Madrid, Atletico begin Copa del Rey campaigns in third-round away ties

16 Dec 2025 | 8:57 PM

Madrid, Dec 16 (UNI) Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid begin their Copa del Rey campaigns on Wednesday with third-round ties away to lower-league opponents. .

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Spectacular launch for ICC Men's T20 World Cup Trophy Tour

16 Dec 2025 | 8:53 PM

Dubai, Dec 16 (UNI) In a breathtaking celebration of heritage, unity and cricketing spirit, the
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour with DP World was launched on Tuesday over the Adam’s Bridge, culturally revered in India as the Ram Setu, a symbolic gateway linking the two co-hosts, India and Sri Lanka.
Against the dramatic backdrop of India’s southern coastline, a two-seater paramotor ascended into the sky carrying the coveted T20 World Cup trophy in full view.

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