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New journey for Ashfarul
In September 2001, a wiry little boy had hogged the spotlight by making a sparkling Test hundred on his debut at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) ground becoming in the process, the youngest batsman in
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Third seamer dilemma
In a refreshing change from the prevalent severe weather conditions, it did not rain in Colombo yesterday -- a fact that pleased a score of people.
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Mahela serious
Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene said that there is no room for complacency against Bangladesh despite the fact that they hold a formidable record against the visitors.
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B.League resumes today
The 16th round of the B.League begins today with Arambagh taking on Khulna Abahani at the Bangabandhu National Stadium.
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SL targets Rhodes
Sri Lanka have short-listed South African Jonty Rhodes and Australia's Greg Blewett to assist newly appointed head coach Trevor Bayliss, an official said on Sunday.
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Trescothick on comeback trail
Marcus Trescothick believes he is "getting closer" to playing for England again but added he wouldn't hurry his return to the international arena until he was assured of his fitness.
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The Championships Wimbledon
Federer looks Borg in the eye
Wimbledon starts today
So much for resisting change at Wimbledon. They're embracing it. Women will earn the same prize money as men for the first time this year. Video screens will help players challenge calls.
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Anelka to step in to Henry shoes
Mercurial French striker Nicolas Anelka is being lined up for a dramatic return to former club Arsenal as a replacement for compatriot Thierry Henry, according to reports Sunday.
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Lotina poised for Depor hotseat
Spanish coach Miguel Angel Lotina, who has resigned from relegated Real Sociedad, said Saturday he was very close to a move to Primera Liga club Deportivo La Coruna.
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Gs see off Ireland
Gautam Gambhir and Sourav Ganguly's unbroken stand of 162 saw India to a nine-wicket win under the Duckworth-Lewis method in the one-off one-day international against Ireland at Stormont here Saturday.
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Dav praises Pakistan
Dav Whatmore Sunday praised new-look Pakistan as "positive and confident" after being interviewed for the vacancy left by the late Bob Woolmer.
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Rajshahi, Tangail make flying start
Rajshahi and Tangail made flying start to the 27th National Hockey Championship crushing their rivals in the first appearances at the Moulana Bhasani National Stadium yesterday.
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Harbhajan back to Surrey
Harbhajan Singh has rejoined Surrey and will link-up with the London-based club on July 2, the county announced Sunday.
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Johnston's demand
Ireland captain Trent Johnston said it was vital a professional structure was put in place for the country's cricketers as their present amateur status made it "impossible" to compete against the world's
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BHF picks 21 for Asia Cup camp
Bangladesh Hockey Federation yesterday picked 21 players to join the training camp for the Asia Cup beginning in the Indian city of Chennai on September 19.
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Stoner reigns supreme at Donnington
Casey Stoner of Australia extended his overall world championship lead after claiming his fifth victory of the season at the British MotoGP here on Sunday.
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The cream of the crop (II)
Renowned sports journalist and broadcaster GABRIEL MARCOTTI continues his countdown to pick out the fifty best footballers on the planet.
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Owen intends to stay
Newcastle United are increasingly confident that Michael Owen will remain at the club next season, a development that will provide early validation for the new regime at St James' Park.
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Thaksin's funds to be probed
Thai officials will investigate the source of ousted Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's funds if he succeeds in buying Manchester City, Finance Minister Chalongphob Sussangkarn said here Sunday.
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Chakvetadze upsets Jankovic
Russian third seed Anna Chakvetadze won the 130,000-euro WTA tournament here on Saturday, upsetting top seed Jelena Jankovic 7-6 (7/2), 3-6, 6-3, in the final.
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