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David Warner is the latest of the many battles cricketers and cricket administrators have waged on Twitter

David Warner is the latest of the many battles cricketers and cricket administrators have waged on Twitter

An avalanche of controversies has hit the 2013 Indian Premier League (IPL). In the backdrop of the spot-fixing affair, David Warner’s abusive tweets directed at two journalists have caused a stir, with Cricket Australia (CA) taking a grave view of the matter. One of the two journalists in question wrote an article critical of the IPL, which attracted Warner’s attention.

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May 18 2013, 2:51 pm

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Ted Dexter: One of the most colourful characters to grace English cricket

Ted Dexter: One of the most colourful characters to grace English cricket

Ted Dexter, born May 15, 1935, was one of the most fascinating characters of English cricket with fearless stroke-play, dashing image and debonair attitude. Arunabha Sengupta looks back at the life and career of the man who was at his very best against high quality fast bowling, and was further characterised by his love for life, specifically golf, racehorses and bikes.

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May 15 2013, 2:30 pm

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IPL: Ashok Dinda single-handedly destroys betting industry!

IPL: Ashok Dinda single-handedly destroys betting industry!

Even as the nation struggles to come to terms with the revelations of rampant spot-fixing in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), an unlikely superhero, the proverbial knight in shining armour, the chosen one, has emerged from the gloom and debris of shattered dreams and promises to rescue Indian cricket: Ashok Bhimchandra Dinda.

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May 18 2013, 12:00 pm

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Pakistan Cricket Board shows vision and professionalism in harnessing the nations cricketing talent

Pakistan Cricket Board shows vision and professionalism in harnessing the nation's cricketing talent

April and May has seen some pioneering initiatives launched by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Clearly focused on adding depth to Pakistan’s fast bowling reserves, both in the long-term and for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, the PCB has embarked on a series of unique initiatives which have been hailed by players, management and coaches alike.

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May 11 2013, 11:35 am

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