Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh criticised allegations against captain Rohit Sharma for leaking dressing room information, defending him as an 'honest man'. A fan's accusation on social media led to the controversy. Rohit clarified his absence from the Sydney Test was due to poor form, emphasizing the team's resilience. Harbhajan demanded evidence and hinted at knowing the source.
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Following the Bills' AFC Championship loss to the Chiefs, veteran QB Robert Griffin III faces fierce backlash for his controversial critique of Josh Allen's performance. Griffin's analysis, stating Allen could have adjusted protection, sparked significant outrage, leading to personal attacks and death threats. Despite backlash, many fans supported Griffin, defending his right to analyze the game.
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India's chief negotiator Rajesh Agrawal will visit Washington DC next week to meet with US counterparts, paving the way for initial discussions on a proposed bilateral trade agreement. This visit aims to resolve outstanding issues before the formal trade talks commence.
Marnus Labuschagne highlights the inconsistent bounce and tricky batting conditions India might face on Day 5 in their chase of 334 against Australia. Labuschagne scored 70, with contributions from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon. Labuschagne confirmed that the lower order's resilience was crucial in building the lead, making the game interesting.
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A Meerut woman is under investigation for the alleged poisoning of her three young children aged 4, 5, and 6, within a week. The children's grandmother suspects foul play, linking the deaths to her son's suspicious death a year prior. Police are awaiting viscera reports before making any arrests, while the woman's brother claims the children consumed poisonous fruit.
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