New Odisha Age

ICC Rejects Bangladesh’s Request to Shift Group Matches from India, Cites No Credible Security Threats

Bhubaneswar: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to relocate its Group C matches from Kolkata and Mumbai, stating that there are no credible security threats to warrant a change of venues ahead of the February ICC tournament co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The decision was communicated during…

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BCCI Asks KKR to Release Mustafizur Rahman Ahead of IPL 2026 Amid Diplomatic Strain

Bhubaneswar: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman, who was recently bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, has been asked to be released from the franchise following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Mustafizur, 30, was snapped up by KKR for ₹9.20 crore at…

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Former India Captain Returns to Domestic Circuit, Trains with Mumbai Squad Ahead of Vijay Hazare Opener

Bhubaneswar: The former India captain, named in Mumbai’s squad for the first two matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy, trained at the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) Academy on Tuesday, drawing attention from fans and young cricketers alike. Dressed in Mumbai’s grey kit, the senior batter spent time mentoring youngsters and signing autographs during the practice…

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India Beat South Africa by 30 Runs in Fifth T20I, Seal Series 3–1

Bhubaneswar: Team India defeated South Africa by 30 runs in the fifth T20 International at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday, clinching their final men’s international cricket match of 2025 on a winning note. With the victory, India won the five-match T20I series 3–1, extending their remarkable dominance in the shortest format. The…

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Rohit Sharma Breaks ODI Sixes World Record With Explosive Show in Ranchi

Bhubaneswar: India captain Rohit Sharma etched his name deeper into cricketing history on Sunday, becoming the leading six-hitter in ODI cricket with a blistering display against South Africa in the first ODI at the JSCA International Stadium. Rohit reached the milestone in emphatic style. In the 20th over of India’s innings, he unleashed a thumping…

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India Wins Bid to Host 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games; PM Modi Calls It a “Proud Moment for the Nation”

Bhubaneswar: India has officially secured the bid to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, marking the event’s return to the country after two decades. The global body, Commonwealth Sport, confirmed Ahmedabad as the host city, placing India once again at the centre of international athletics. Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the milestone in a…

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Under Fire After Test Debacle, Gambhir Defends Strategy but Accepts Responsibility

Bhubaneswar: India’s mounting struggles in Test cricket have intensified scrutiny on head coach Gautam Gambhir after the team slumped to its second consecutive home whitewash, this time against South Africa, following last year’s 0–2 defeat to New Zealand. The downturn is stark: India has lost 10 of the 18 Tests under Gambhir, raising serious concerns…

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s Speech at Sathya Sai Birth Centenary Event Goes Viral; Actor Touches PM’s Feet, Sparks Social Media Buzz

Bhubaneswar: Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made headlines on Saturday after delivering a powerful speech at the Sri Sathya Sai Baba Birth Centenary Year celebrations, an event attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, and several Union ministers. The gathering, held at Prasanthi Nilayam, witnessed a series of cultural and spiritual programs marking…

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