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India vs Afghanistan one-off Test: Manav Suthar makes dream debut in India's largest test victory

India crushed Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, wrapping up the one-off Test in just three days. Spinners Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav were on fire, grabbing seven wickets combined. Debutant Manav Suthar also shone, taking a brilliant 6-33 in the second innings to seal the dominant victory.

The Economic Times · Jun 8

Aid cuts are making tablets needed to help fight stillbirths and mothers dying harder to buy

IN DEPTH: Exclusive: Data from the UN shows that the money spent on supplies of folic acid, which can help reduce the risk of anaemia and then possible haemorrhage or stillbirth, is falling – at least in part thanks to aid cuts. Rachel Hagan speaks to health workers and experts…

The Independent UK · Jun 7

Rishabh Pant answers critics with 81 as India nears 500 against Afghanistan in one-off Test

Rishabh Pant impressed with a stroke-filled 81. India reached 475 for 6 against Afghanistan on day two of the one-off Test. Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel also contributed before being dismissed. Pant's dismissal ended a crowd-pleasing innings. Washington Sundar and Manav Suthar were at the crease at lunch.

The Economic Times · Jun 7

‘Shameless’ Taliban enlist Russian help in repairing military hardware left by fleeing Soviets

Agreement signed at International Security Forum in Moscow set to bolster Taliban’s military strength

The Independent UK · Jun 5

IND vs AFG one-off test: Check predicted Playing 11 and other details

India vs Afghanistan Playing 11: India aims to solidify their Test combination against Afghanistan in a one-off Test, seeking to avoid past home series stumbles. Despite Afghanistan's limited Test experience since their 2018 debut against India, captain Hashmatullah Shahidi hopes for a stronger performance against a more seasoned Indian squad.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Mullanpur Weather India vs Afghanistan Test 2026: Will rain play spoilsport in IND vs AFG? Check Chandigarh forecast, pitch report & more

Chandigarh Weather Forecast IND vs AFG: India returns to Test cricket against Afghanistan in Mullanpur. Shubman Gill leads a new-look Indian team. Afghanistan faces challenges with key players absent. The pitch offers assistance to bowlers. Weather is expected to be favourable for uninterrupted play. This Test serves as preparation for…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Sai Sudharsan hasn't got a long run so, we will give him fair chance at No.3: Gautam Gambhir

India head coach Gautam Gambhir believes Sai Sudharsan deserves a fair chance at number three. He indicated Sudharsan will be preferred over Devdutt Padikkal for the upcoming Test against Afghanistan. Gambhir also revealed plans to select four spinners for the Sri Lanka tour in August. The team aims to improve…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Ahead of WTC games, India search for missing links against gritty Afghanistan

In a gripping standalone Test in Mullanpur, India faces off against Afghanistan, marking a pivotal moment for the Indian squad as they seek to finalize their team balance. With a focus on selecting a new number three batsman and finding a worthy replacement for Ravindra Jadeja, the stakes are high.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Sudan and DR Congo top list of world's most neglected crises, Norway aid group says

The Norwegian Refugee Council report says that the ist of neglected crises also includes Yemen, Afghanistan, Honduras, Ecuador and Cameroon.

Euronews · Jun 4

In Manav Suthar versus Harsh Dubey, pin great Ravichandran Ashwin has his eyes on the latter

India spin great Ravichandran Ashwin is keen to see Harsh Dubey debut against Afghanistan. Dubey's strong domestic and IPL performances make him a contender. Kuldeep Yadav will lead the spin attack, supported by Washington Sundar. Captain Shubman Gill is expected to perform well at home after technical adjustments. Gill's success…

The Economic Times · Jun 4