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Liverpool FC for sale: Mukesh Ambani to rival Dubai with $5bn bid

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  Liverpool FC for sale: Mukesh Ambani to rival Dubai with $5bn bid Liverpool FC linked with bids from Mukesh Ambani and investors in Dubai Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani has expressed interest in buying English football club Liverpool FC, according to media reports in the UK. The world’s eighth richest man joins investors from Dubai, Bahrain and the US among the interested parties after current owners FSG put the club up for sale last week. FSG is said to be willing to sell if a price of more than $5bn can be met. Reliance Industries linked with Liverpool FC Reliance Industries chairman Ambani has made an approach to  Liverpool  owners FSG. He came close to buying the club in 2010 when he made an offer with fellow billionaire Subrata Roy. Ambani has an estimated net worth of $95bn and owns the Mumbai Indians cricket team. He also helped set up soccer’s Super League in India as the sport gains more interest in the country. Last week  Arabian Business  reported  a group from Dubai cou
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“He is not doing anything”: Former Pakistan players slam Babar Azam’s leadership

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  “He is not doing anything”: Former Pakistan players slam Babar Azam’s leadership   Pakistan’s disappointing eight-wicket loss to Afghanistan in the 2023 World Cup has triggered harsh criticism from legendary cricketers, who are now questioning captain Babar Azam’s leadership skills. The defeat, where Afghanistan easily chased down the 283-run target in Chennai, prompted scrutiny of Babar’s bowling decisions and field placements. Wasim Akram, a legendary fast bowler, didn’t spare anyone in his criticism, stating that the board chairman, selectors, captain, and coaches were all responsible for the defeat. However, former all-rounder Shoaib Malik singled out  Babar Azam  for the majority of the blame. “The captain bears the most responsibility. He’s a king with the bat, but as a leader, he falls short,” he said. Former Pakistan captain Moin Khan joined the chorus of disapproval, emphasizing that despite leading the team for the past four years, Babar Azam seemed like a novice. “He’s bee
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Will Virat Kohli break Sachin Tendulkar's record at the World Cup?

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  Will Virat Kohli break Sachin Tendulkar's record at the World Cup? India's Virat Kohli is on the verge of breaking a major record at the World Cup. Kohli is just one century away from equalling Sachin Tendulkar's record of six centuries in the tournament. Kohli will be hoping to reach the milestone when India take on England in their Super 12 match on Wednesday. From chants of 'Sachin Sachin' to 'Virat Virat', the Indian cricket fan has seen it all over the last 3 decades. Two greats of the sport have pulled off countless heroics at the grandest stage of all, fighting tooth and nail for their nation. RCB boss Sanjay Bangar drew a comparison between Sachin and Virat and highlighted how the two appear similar in their hunger for squeezing out their best for their nation when it comes to the grandest stages like that of the World Cup. Over the last couple of years, Virat has equalled Sachin’s records away from home and in the contest against Bangladesh, he su
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Australia aiming to roll on to the semi-finals with victory over Bangladesh

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  Australia aiming to roll on to the semi-finals with victory over Bangladesh Opens in a new window Australia cricket team Australia will be looking to maintain their winning momentum when they take on Bangladesh in their Super 12 match on Monday. The defending champions have won three of their four matches so far, and a victory over Bangladesh would put them in a strong position to reach the semifinals.
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Competitive Afghanistan bow out after loss to South Africa

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  Competitive Afghanistan bow out after loss to South Africa Opens in a new window Afghanistan cricket team Afghanistan's World Cup campaign came to an end on Saturday with a loss to South Africa. The Proteas were always in control of the match, and eventually won by 52 runs. Despite their elimination, Afghanistan can be proud of their performances in the tournament, having beaten England and Sri Lanka.
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Pakistan eye all-time great triumph with semi-final aspirations

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  Pakistan eye all-time great triumph with semi-final aspirations Opens in a new window Pakistan cricket team Pakistan will be aiming to make history when they take on South Africa in their Super 12 match on Sunday. A win for Pakistan would see them reach the semifinals of the World Cup for the first time since 1999, and would also be their first ever victory over South Africa in a World Cup match.
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New Zealand crush Sri Lanka to put one foot in Cricket World Cup semifinals

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  New Zealand crush Sri Lanka to put one foot in Cricket World Cup semifinals New Zealand cruised to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in their Super 12 match on Saturday, putting one foot in the semifinals of the ICC Cricket World Cup. Trent Boult was the star of the show with the ball, picking up 3-37 as the Kiwis bowled out Sri Lanka for 260. Martin Guptill (77) and Kane Williamson (51) were the top scorers for New Zealand in the chase, as they reached the target with 18 overs to spare.
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