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Vinicius on target as Brazil books World Cup ticket

Vinicius on target as Brazil books World Cup ticket

Sao Paulo, June 11 (UNI) Vinicius Junior scored in the first half as five-time world champion Brazil secured a spot at next year's FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 home win over Paraguay in its qualifier.
The result marked new manager Carlo Ancelotti's first victory since taking charge late last month
and leaves Brazil third in the South American standings with 25 points, one ahead of fifth-placed Paraguay, with two matches remaining. "

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Duckett, Pope rebuild as Eng reach 107/1 at Tea

Duckett, Pope rebuild as Eng reach 107/1 at Tea

21 Jun 2025 | 10:11 PM

Leeds, June 21 (UNI) England went to Tea on Day 2 at 107 for 1 in 24 overs, with Ben Duckett (53*) and Ollie Pope (48*) steering a strong reply after an early blow from Jasprit Bumrah. Trailing India by 364 runs, the hosts showed resilience on a surface that remained friendly for batting despite morning clouds and post-lunch drizzle.

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Second edition of AJP, India's biggest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament held in Greater Noida

21 Jun 2025 | 10:11 PM

Greater Noida, New Delhi 21 (UNI) The second edition of the 'AJP Tour India National Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025- Gi & No-Gi' was held on Saturday at the Jaypee Atlantic–Sports Complex in Greater Noida. AJP is the biggest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament in India.

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Wankyrmen L Mawphlang & Filinza Hansepi cruise to victory Shillong 10K Run 2025

21 Jun 2025 | 9:28 PM

Shillong, June 21 (UNI) Wankyrmen L Mawphlang and Filinza Hansepi won the open men's and women's events respectively at the 6th Shillong 10K Run 2025, organised by the Meghalaya State Olympic Association here on Saturday.
The annual race is held on a Saturday nearest to 23 June, which is observed as International Olympic Day, to mark the foundation of the International Olympic Committee in 1894.

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Bayern, Flamengo reach Club World Cup last 16

21 Jun 2025 | 7:13 PM

New York, Jun 21 (UNI) Bayern Munich and Flamengo booked their places in the last 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup on Friday with wins over Boca Juniors and Chelsea, while Benfica boosted its hopes of advancing after routing Auckland City.

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Galle Test ends in draw as Shanto shines with twin tons

Galle Test ends in draw as Shanto shines with twin tons

21 Jun 2025 | 6:46 PM

Galle, June 21 (UNI) The opening Test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ended in a hard-fought draw on Saturday, with rain and resilient batting efforts from both sides denying a result at the Galle International Stadium.

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