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Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, baseball's stolen base king, has died at 65

Oakland, Calif.: Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, the brash speedster who shattered stolen base records and redefined baseball's leadoff position, has died. Known as baseball's “Man of Steal,” Henderson had a lengthy list of accolades and accomplishments over his nomadic 25-year career — an MVP, 10 All-Star selections, two World Series titles and a Gold Glove award. Henderson surpassed Brock's …

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Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, baseball’s stolen base king, has died at 65

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, the brash speedster who shattered stolen base records and redefined baseball’s leadoff position, has died. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Rickey Henderson waves to the crowd during a presentation after he stole third base against the Toronto Blue Jays in the seventh inning to …

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Rickey Henderson, Oakland A’s legend and baseball’s stolen bases king, dies at 65

LA Times

Former Oakland Athletics star Rickey Henderson attends a game between the Athletics and the Texas Rangers in Oakland on Sept. 25. Known as baseball’s “Man of Steal,” Henderson had a lengthy list of accolades and accomplishments over his nomadic 25-year career — an MVP, 10 All-Star selections, two World Series titles and a Gold Glove award. I will miss my …

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Ariana Grande's boyfriend Ethan Slater condemned by fans for 'deeply disappointing treatment' of ex-wife Lilly Jay as they issue warning to Wicked co-star

Daily Mail

Ariana Grande's boyfriend and Wicked co-star Ethan Slater has been condemned by fans after his ex-wife Lilly Jay opened up on the 'darkness' of watching him move on. Ariana Grande 's boyfriend and Wicked co-star Ethan Slater has been condemned by fans after his ex-wife Lilly Jay opened up on the 'darkness' of watching him move on Lilly, 32, who …

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R Ashwin was ready to evolve all the time, made him stand out: Ravi Shastri

India Today

Former India coach Ravi Shastri highlighted how Ravichandran Ashwin’s eagerness to adapt and evolve with the changing dynamics of cricket made him an exceptional player throughout his career. Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket during the post-match press conference following India’s hard-fought draw against Australia in the Brisbane Test, leaving fans and experts alike surprised. While many …

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Promised myself India won't lose another home series after England 2012: R Ashwin

India Today

India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin recently shared his self-promise from the early days of his career that he wouldn’t let India lose another home series. In the special video feature, Ashwin shared the promise he made to himself about not letting India lose another series after losing against England in 2012 at home. Ashwin played a pivotal role in India’s over …

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R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect

India Today

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of cricket’s most decorated spinners, stunned the cricketing world with the announcement of his retirement. ASHWIN DESERVED A BETTER FAREWELL Ashwin’s father, Ravichandran, alleged that his son faced humiliation, which may have influenced his decision to retire during India’s ongoing tour of Australia. Regardless of when or how he chooses to step away, his legacy as one …

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Eli Manning and the Hall of Fame argument that may never go away

New York Times

Two guys are sitting in a bar. Does that sound like a Hall of Famer?” Pro-Eli guy: “Only six players in the history of the NFL have two Super Bowl MVP trophies, and he’s one of them.” Anti-Eli guy : “Ha! “I didn’t realize,” he says, “what I was getting into.” In his first days as a Giant, Eli was …

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How record-breaking Mark Cavendish became a Tour de France legend – according to fierce rivals and loyal teammates

The Independent

A version of this piece was first published on 3 July 2023 -- Mark Cavendish once gave me the look. “I don’t think you could have two Mark Cavendishs in a team and that would work,” Renshaw says gravely, as if genuinely disturbed by the image he has created. It was evident that Renshaw could have been a winner in …

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Tim Southee's farewell speech after last Test makes everyone emotional

Hindustan Times

A glittering international career came to an end at Seddon Park in Hamilton, as Tim Southee bowed out from New Zealand cricket by helping the team to a big victory over England in his final match for the Black Caps. The Kiwi called it a day on a spectacular 16-year career, a significant player in New Zealand’s most successful spell …

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How do NFL kickers deal with pressure and failure? We asked three former greats

New York Times

Few positions in sports face more singular pressure than NFL kickers. The Athletic posed that question to three former greats: Nick Lowery, a member of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Hall of Honor; Matt Stover, who ranks sixth in career made field goals; and Stephen Gostkowski, the 11th most-accurate kicker in league history. “It’s hard enough to do it right every …

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Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73

Deccan Chronicle

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday. Hussain died due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, the family said in a statement. "He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy cherished by countless music lovers around the globe, with an influence that will resonate for generations to come," the statement read.In …

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Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain dies at 73 from pulmonary fibrosis, confirms family

Live Mint

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday. In his career spanning six decades, the musician worked with several renowned international and Indian artistes, but it was his 1973 musical project with English guitarist John McLaughlin, violinist L Shankar, and percussionist TH 'Vikku' Vinayakram that brought together Indian classical and elements of …

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Today in Sports - Steph Curry makes his 2,974th 3-pointer to pass Ray Allen as NBA all-time leader

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Dec. 14 1920 — Jack Dempsey knocks out Bill Brennan in the 12th round at Madison Square Garden to retain his world heavyweight title. 1933 — Howie Morenz becomes the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer in the Montreal Canadiens’ 2-0 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs. 1986 — Dan Marino of the Miami Dolphins sets an NFL record with the …

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Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle could be in line for a big game against Carolina’s 32nd-ranked run defense

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Dallas at Carolina Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX. The Panthers are hoping to get WR Jalen Coker back on the field this week after he has missed the past three games with a quad injury.. Also, No. Series notes The Cowboys are 7-2 against the Panthers since losing a wild-card game at Carolina 29-10 during the 2003 season, the first …

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Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 13 - Dec. 19

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Dec. 13 1942 — The Washington Redskins win the NFL Championship with a 14-6 victory over the Chicago Bears. 1995 — Detroit’s Paul Coffey becomes the first NHL defenseman to reach 1,000 career assists, setting up Igor Larionov’s first-period goal in the Red Wings’ 3-1 victory over Chicago. _____ Dec. 15 1925 — The first NHL game is played at …

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Gut-wrenching loss leaves the Cowboys with not much to discuss beyond coach Mike McCarthy’s future

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ARLINGTON, Texas — The gut-wrenching malfunction for the Cowboys after what could have been their game-winning blocked punt did more than cost Dallas a victory against Cincinnati. Amani Oruwariye’s gaffe in the final two minutes of the Bengals’ 27-20 win effectively ended a three-year playoff run for the Cowboys, although odds for reaching the postseason were steep either way. Two …

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NFL Power Rankings Week 15: Vikings, Seahawks move up, plus breakout player for every team

New York Times

The NFL Power Rankings hate to tell you this, but the season is nearing its end. Up next: at New Orleans Saints, Sunday, 1 p.m. Los Angeles Chargers Last week: 11 Sunday: Lost to Kansas City Chiefs 19-17 Breakout player: Wide receiver Ladd McConkey Even after missing Sunday night’s game with shoulder and knee injuries, McConkey is 20th in the …

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Leonardo DiCaprio allegedly coerced women to sleep with him, actor's friend claims

Hindustan Times

The talk with a late skateboarder and actor Harold Hunter, famous for playing a role in the 1995 movie Kids, that has resurfaced has brought scrutiny back on Leonardo DiCaprio’s Hollywood culture of power and fame in the 1990s and 2000s still. All these girls would come, all these models and shit would come, and we’d have so much fun…He …

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Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior

The Hindu

Youthful exuberance fuelled a record-smashing career that captivated the sporting world for 22 years. In his 2011 memoir, RAFA, his mother, Ana Maria Parera, explained, “He’s on top in the tennis world but, deep down, he is a super-sensitive human being full of fears and insecurities that people who don’t know him would scarcely imagine.” More than any champion in …

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Look up to someone like Virat Kohli: Harbhajan's advice to Prithvi Shaw

India Today

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has advised Prithvi Shaw to look up to Virat Kohli when it comes to fitness, as the former Delhi Capitals batter went unsold in the IPL 2025 Auction. "I don't know what happened, but whatever did, I feel this is something Prithvi Shaw will need to take stock of and decide how to approach his …

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Sachin Tendulkar, Vinod Kambli reunite at Ramakant Achrekar's memorial ceremony

India Today

Legendary India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar reunited with his childhood friend Vinod Kambli at the unveiling ceremony of memorial for legendary cricket coach Ramakant Achrekar in Mumbai on Tuesday, December 3. Watch the video here: VIDEO | Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar met his childhood friend and former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli at the unveiling ceremony of memorial for legendary cricket …

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NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Bills, Eagles peaking, plus worst-case scenarios

New York Times

The Week 14 NFL Power Rankings don’t want to be a downer, but since we did best-case scenarios last week, it’s only fair to consider the worst-case scenarios for all 32 teams. Up next: vs. Carolina Panthers, Sunday, 1 p.m. Buffalo Bills Last week: 3 Sunday: Beat San Francisco 49ers 35-10 Worst-case scenario: Derrick Henry going wild in the playoffs …

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Ranking MLB’s worst contracts: Not all megadeals are worth the cost

New York Times

Stephen Strasburg retired, Patrick Corbin’s deal with the Washington Nationals finally expired and Chris Sale roared back to form in a major way. Original deal: Six years, $162 million Remaining years: 2025: $27.833 million 2026: $27.833 million 2027: $27.833 million 2028: $27.833 million Rodón’s big-money deal looked like a disaster after he posted a 6.85 ERA in 2023, his first …

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Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, baseball's stolen base king, has died at 65

Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, baseball’s stolen base king, has died at 65

Rickey Henderson, Oakland A’s legend and baseball’s stolen bases king, dies at 65

Ariana Grande's boyfriend Ethan Slater condemned by fans for 'deeply disappointing treatment' of ex-wife Lilly Jay as they issue warning to Wicked co-star

R Ashwin was ready to evolve all the time, made him stand out: Ravi Shastri

Promised myself India won't lose another home series after England 2012: R Ashwin

R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect

Eli Manning and the Hall of Fame argument that may never go away

How record-breaking Mark Cavendish became a Tour de France legend – according to fierce rivals and loyal teammates

Tim Southee's farewell speech after last Test makes everyone emotional

How do NFL kickers deal with pressure and failure? We asked three former greats

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73

Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain dies at 73 from pulmonary fibrosis, confirms family

Today in Sports - Steph Curry makes his 2,974th 3-pointer to pass Ray Allen as NBA all-time leader

Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle could be in line for a big game against Carolina’s 32nd-ranked run defense

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 13 - Dec. 19

Gut-wrenching loss leaves the Cowboys with not much to discuss beyond coach Mike McCarthy’s future

NFL Power Rankings Week 15: Vikings, Seahawks move up, plus breakout player for every team

Leonardo DiCaprio allegedly coerced women to sleep with him, actor's friend claims

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior

Look up to someone like Virat Kohli: Harbhajan's advice to Prithvi Shaw

Sachin Tendulkar, Vinod Kambli reunite at Ramakant Achrekar's memorial ceremony

NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Bills, Eagles peaking, plus worst-case scenarios

Ranking MLB’s worst contracts: Not all megadeals are worth the cost