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Bengal bowling unit one of the best in recent domestic cricket: WV Raman

KOLKATA: WV Raman might be in South Africa (doing commentary for women’s T20 World Cup), but his heart is at the Eden Gardens. The Bengal batting consultant on Tuesday spoke to TOI from the breakfast table at his Cape Town hotel on the season and the upcoming Ranji Trophy final.

The Times of India

Australia could win Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2-1, says JP Duminy

KOLKATA: Playing at home, India will go into the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as favourites but former South African JP Duminy says Australia could trump the hosts 2-1 in the much anticipated Test rubber.

The Times of India

Bengal eye another win to seal Ranji Trophy knock-out spot

KOLKATA: Both Haryana and Bengal are coming on the back of a victory at home when they meet each other in a Ranji Trophy Group ‘A’ encounter at the Ch Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium in Rohtak on Tuesday. But going by present form and performance, Bengal will start as favourites.

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India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI: CAB show at Eden Gardens a damp squib

KOLKATA: The laser show planned by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) during the innings break of the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka at the Eden Gardens turned out to be a damp squib on Thursday.

The Times of India

Ex-India defender and Bhaichung's first coach Shyamal Ghosh no more

KOLKATA: Former India and East Bengal defender Shyamal Ghosh, who as a coach was also credited with introducing Bhaichung Bhutia to Indian football, passed away at a city hospital on Tuesday. He was 71.

The Times of India

When Pele was left mesmerised in 'football capital' of India

KOLKATA: Much before Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' moment stirred the football passion in the region, it was the Brazilian maestro Pele who began Bengal's tryst with the 'beautiful game'.

The Times of India

Mamata Banerjee refuses to sit on dais at Howrah station

KOLKATA: High drama prevailed at Howrah station on Friday as a visibly annoyed West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee refused to get up on the dais from where the Vande Bharat express to New Jalpaiguri was flagged off.

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New IPL millionaire Vivrant Sharma credits elder brother for success

KOLKATA: Brothers sacrificing their careers for their younger siblings is not new in Indian cricket.

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My past doesn't guarantee me direct ticket to IOA presidency: Abhinav Bindra

KOLKATA: India's first individual Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra said on Friday he is currently an International Olympic Committee (IOC) athletes' commission representative and has not yet given a thought to a leading administrative role in the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).

The Times of India

Bowlers dominate opening day of Bengal-UP Ranji Trophy match

KOLKATA: It’s evens-stevens at the end of Day I of Bengal’s Elite Group ‘A’ Ranji Trophy match against Uttar Pradesh at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday. Bengal pacers struck early after skipper Manoj Tiwary won the toss and put the visitors in, to bowl them out for 198 a…

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US GM So foresees Arjun, Gukesh in World top 10 soon

KOLKATA: Like most others, American Grandmaster Wesley So too is impressed with the young crop of Indian chess players and believes they can make it big very soon.

The Times of India

Top players for Kolkata rapid and blitz chess

KOLKATA: India's top two women players will be seen in action as Tata Steel Chess India returns to the city for the fourth time from November 29 to December 4.

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ISL: East Bengal suffer meltdown as Odisha FC rally to win 4-2

KOLKATA: You just can’t live through an East Bengal-Odisha FC fixture without its crazy drama and a goal-fest!

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FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil no longer rely solely on Neymar, says Cafu

KOLKATA: One of the iconic images from the 2002 World Cup was Brazilian captain Cafu climbing atop the podium at the Yokohama Stadium in Tokyo and hoisting the trophy high up in the air flashing a beaming smile. If that triumph was the zenith of his international career, it also…

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Brazil no more dependent on Neymar: Cafu

KOLKATA: Brazilian football great Cafu believes Brazil are no longer a one-player side, relying heavily on Neymar, and have it in them to win a record sixth World Cup title in Qatar.

The Times of India

ED questions Anubrata Mandal’s daughter Sukanya, two others over cattle smuggling

KOLKATA: The Enforcement Directorate, looking into the illegal cattle trade, on Thursday questioned Sukanya Mandal, daughter of TMC leader Anubrata Mondal, for the second consecutive day over her sudden spike in her income — "unusual for a primary teacher".

The Times of India

GM Surya continues to shine in Bangkok

KOLKATA: Thailand continues to be a happy hunting ground for Grandmaster Surya Sekhar Ganguly who won the Bangkok Open chess meet for the second time in his third appearance this week.

The Times of India

Mumbai football fans to witness Sunday’s El Clasico live alongside Patrick Kluivert

KOLKATA: Come Sunday, football fans across Mumbai will witness something special as Sunday’s El Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona will be available for live public viewing in Mumbai after six years.

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Sunil Chhetri to lead India in Hung Thinh friendly tournament

KOLKATA: Fresh from the Durand Cup triumph with Bengaluru FC, veteran Sunil Chhetri will lead the Indian attack in the upcoming Hung Thinh friendly football tournament in Vietnam, as coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday named a 23-member squad.

The Times of India

Cavani ready for his new challenge at Valencia

KOLKATA: Former Manchester United star Edinson Cavani made his debut for his new club Valencia on Saturday.

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Bhaichung Bhutia says legal action an 'option' after AIFF ExCo turns down his request to discuss Shaji Prabhakaran's appointment

KOLKATA: Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Monday said he might explore legal options after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) turned down his request for a discussion on the appointment of Shaji Prabhakaran as secretary general during the executive committee meeting here.

The Times of India

Daniel Vettori backs 'adaptable' Ravichandran Ashwin to do well in T20 World Cup Down Under

KOLKATA: Former New Zealand spinner Daniel Vettori feels Ravichandran Ashwin's ability to adapt quickly and his vast knowledge of the Australian conditions will help him during the T20 World Cup.

The Times of India

Naresh Kumar, mentor of Paes and many others, passes away at 93

KOLKATA: Indian tennis lost its most loving 'sir' as Naresh Kumar passed away at the age of 93 in the city on Wednesday. He is survived by wife Sunita, son Arjun and two daughters - Gita and Preah.

The Times of India

ATK Mohun Bagan lose 1-3 to Kuala Lumpur City FC in AFC Cup

KOLKATA: ATK Mohun Bagan's attacking frailties were badly exposed as they suffered a 1-3 defeat to Kuala Lumpur City FC in the inter-zone semifinal match of the AFC Cup on Wednesday.

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