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A fraudster claiming to be a senior embassy official from Washington DC, who took over Rs 2 lakh from a Mumbai doctor for a US visa, was exposed by an inadvertent WhatsApp video call. The doctor realized the man was in Mumbai, not the US, and reported him to the police. They are now searching for him.
Australian pacer Jhye Richardson is set for a potential Test return against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. A surprise call-up for the final two Tests followed Josh Hazlewood's injury. Richardson, fresh off Big Bash League games, expressed excitement despite initially focusing on shorter formats.
Mark Adair impressed on his ILT20 debut for Gulf Giants with an unbeaten 20 off 10 balls, and bowling figures of 2 for 23. He shone with a stunning catch and a humorous moment on the field, but despite his efforts, Sharjah Warriorz won by three wickets on the final ball, thanks to Tom Kohler-Cadmore's unbeaten 83.
Virat Kohli returns to domestic cricket, marking his first appearance in the Ranji Trophy after a decade. His practice session showcased sharp footwork in football and impressive strokes against spinners and pacers, raising anticipation for the upcoming clash on January 30. This match marks his return to the Ranji Trophy after more than a decade, with his last appearance for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh dating back to 2012. For Kohli, it was more than a comeback—it was a homecoming.
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes a “misinterpretation†fuelled the on-field spat between Travis Head and Mohammed Siraj during the Adelaide Test. After Siraj dismissed Head, a verbal exchange ensued, leading to penalties for both players. Ponting attributed Siraj's reaction to the pressure of the game, while expressing concern over the bowler's send-off.
Virat Kohli reached 14,000 runs in ODI cricket during the match against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. In his 299th game, Kohli achieved this milestone, maintaining his position as the second-highest ODI run-scorer for India behind Sachin Tendulkar. In the contest, Pakistan managed to score 241 but a potential loss to India could jeopardise their semi-final chances.
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