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Sports

June 14, 2025

'Marriage ah?': Anirudh laughs off wedding buzz with Kavya; says 'chill out'

Amidst swirling rumours of a wedding with Sunrisers Hyderabad co-owner Kavya Maran, music composer Anirudh Ravichander has firmly denied the claims. Anirudh took to social media to dismiss the speculation, clarifying that the marriage reports are unfounded. While addressing the marriage rumours, he remained silent on the dating speculations that arose from alleged sightings with Kavya Maran.

June 14, 2025

Memes break internet: Bavuma leads SA to their first ICC trophy in 27 years; beat AUS in WTC Final

Temba Bavuma captained South Africa to a historic ICC victory after 27 years. South Africa defeated Australia by five wickets at Lord's. Kagiso Rabada's nine wickets and Aiden Markram's century were crucial. Rabada surpassed Allan Donald as South Africa’s fourth-highest Test wicket-taker. The team celebrated the win as a culmination of years of frustration. Kyle Verreynne hit the winning shot.

June 14, 2025

Old guard out, new 'leaders' in: Comparing India's 2021 & 2025 Eng Test squads

India's 2025 Test squad in England signals a generational shift, contrasting sharply with the experienced 2021 team under an experienced Virat Kohli. Led by Shubman Gill, the new side lacks veteran presence due to retirements. While the bowling attack retains key figures like Bumrah and Jadeja, depth is a concern.

June 14, 2025

Markram's Lord's epic ends SA's ICC title drought – Who said what after the win

South Africa defeated Australia by five wickets in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord's, securing their first major global title in 27 years. Aiden Markram's magnificent 136 anchored the innings as they chased down 282. Kagiso Rabada lauded the fans for their support, while coach Shukri Conrad praised the senior players' match-winning partnership.

June 14, 2025

Watch: Maharaj in tears; SA beat Australia to end ICC trophy drought

South Africa clinched their first ICC trophy in 27 years, defeating Australia in a thrilling World Test Championship Final at Lord's. Aiden Markram's composed 136 anchored the chase, while Keshav Maharaj's emotional reaction highlighted the significance of the victory. The Proteas chased down 282, marking the second-highest successful chase at Lord's, sparking jubilant celebrations.

June 14, 2025

Steve Smith becomes first and only Australian to achieve unwanted feat

Steve Smith has made an unwanted record, becoming the first Australian cricketer to be part of two ICC final defeats. He experienced the first loss in the 2010 T20 World Cup against England and recently in the 2025 World Test Championship final against South Africa. Despite Australia's dominance in global finals, this defeat marks a significant disappointment for Smith.

June 14, 2025

WTC Final: Bavuma's unbeaten captaincy run continues as SA win historic title

Temba Bavuma led South Africa to a historic victory over Australia in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's, securing their first ICC title in 27 years. Bavuma's captaincy has been transformative, with nine wins and a draw in 10 Tests. In the final, he scored a crucial 66, anchoring a vital partnership.

June 14, 2025

South Africa end 27-year ICC trophy drought with historic chase

South Africa clinched a historic World Test Championship victory against Australia at Lord's, ending a 27-year ICC trophy drought. Chasing 282, the Proteas, led by Aiden Markram's unbeaten century and Temba Bavuma's resilient 87, secured a five-wicket win.

June 14, 2025

WTC Final: Australia lose first ICC final after 15 years; go down by 5-wickets to South Africa

South Africa defeated Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord's, ending Australia's decade-long unbeaten streak in ICC tournament finals. This defeat marks only Australia's fourth loss in 14 global finals over 50 years.

June 14, 2025

South Africa win third edition of World Test Championship - list of WTC Final champions

South Africa triumphed over Australia at Lord's to secure the 2023-25 World Test Championship, ending a 27-year trophy drought. Aiden Markram's century and Temba Bavuma's resilient fifty set the stage for victory. Chasing 286, South Africa achieved the second-highest successful run chase at Lord's, adding their name to the list of WTC winners alongside New Zealand and Australia.

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