Despite retiring from Test and T20I cricket, Virat Kohli's exceptional cricketing acumen continues to be lauded. Freddie Wilde, an RCB team analyst, highlighted Kohli's strategic brilliance, noting how his instincts often align with data analytics during team meetings. Kohli's ability to grasp nuances beyond data showcases his genius, complementing his remarkable ODI and IPL records.
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Italian cyclist Samuele Privitera, 19, tragically died after a fall during the Tour of the Aoste Valley-Mont Blanc. The accident occurred on Wednesday's first stage, with the cause still under investigation. Privitera, riding for Hagens Berman Jayco, was promptly assisted and taken to a hospital, but succumbed to his injuries.
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A first-year MD student at AIIMS Patna, Yadvendra Shah, was discovered dead in his hostel room. Shah, originally from Odisha, was found after his room remained locked. His phone went unanswered, prompting authorities to investigate. Police are investigating the incident. A forensic team is assisting. Shah's family in Odisha has been notified. A postmortem examination will be conducted.
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