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The Untold Love Story Behind the Birth of the Ashes: Ivo Bligh and Florence Morphy
The Ashes is cricket’s most storied rivalry, born from a mock obituary in 1882 mourning the ‘death’ of English cricket. But behind the famous urn lies a lesser-known tale of romance and destiny. When England captain Ivo Bligh travelled to Australia vowing to “bring back the Ashes,” he returned not only with the tiny terracotta urn but also with a bride. His quest for cricketing redemption unexpectedly became a love story—one of the most charming and overlooked chapters in the history of the Ashes.
As far as the origin of Ashes is concerned, the most acceptable story is that after the shocking defeat of English team against Australia at the Oval in August 1882, a mock obituary was printed in The Sporting Times newspaper lamenting the `death' of English cricket, ending with "NB: The body will be cremated, and the ashes taken to Australia."
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The Final Ashes Voyage by Sea: England’s 1962–63 Journey to Australia
From today’s rushed Ashes schedule to the 1962–63 team’s last sea voyage, explore how England’s journeys to Australia have changed across eras.
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium: A Cricket Landmark on the Brink of Demolition
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, once a landmark venue in India’s cricketing journey and home to the country’s first floodlit international match, is now set for dismantling as part of plans to build a modern Sports City for India’s 2036 Olympics bid.
South Africa’s Simon Harmer Achieves 1,000 First-Class Wickets Milestone
South Africa’s Simon Harmer joined an elite club by claiming his 1,000th first-class wicket during the Rawalpindi Test against Pakistan. The off-spinner became only the fourth South African and 217th bowler overall to achieve the milestone.
From Miran Bakhsh to Asif Afridi — Pakistan’s rare legacy of late Test debutants
At 38, Asif Afridi became Pakistan’s third-oldest Test debutant against South Africa, reviving memories of Miran Bakhsh, who debuted at 47 — a unique legacy of late bloomers in Pakistan cricket.
From Wimbledon to Women’s Cricket: Tahira Hameed’s Historic Legacy
Discover the inspiring story of Tahira Hameed, the trailblazer who founded women’s cricket in Pakistan and shaped a historic journey for female athletes
Hanif’s Elder Brother and Pakistan’s Test Pioneer Wazir Mohammad Passes Away at 95
Former Pakistan cricketer Wazir Mohammad, eldest of the famous Mohammad brothers, passed away in England at 95. He played 20 Tests and was part of Pakistan.
Pragyan Ojha: The Man Who Took 10 Wickets in His Last Test and Was Never Picked Again
He took 10 wickets in his last Test, won IPL titles, and shared historic moments with Tendulkar and Muralitharan — yet Pragyan Ojha’s international career ended abruptly. Now, he returns to Indian cricket as a selector.
The Forgotten Manager Who Saved India’s Honour in the Gavaskar-Lillee Melbourne Test
The story of Group Captain Shahid Durrani, the unsung hero who averted a major crisis in the 1981 India-Australia Test.
From Broken Bat to BCCI Stardom: The Inspiring Story of Tilak Varma
Tilak Varma’s journey from humble beginnings to Asia Cup hero shows how faith, family, and discipline shaped one of India’s brightest young stars.
From Delhi Ranji Star to BCCI President: Mithun Manhas’ Cricket Journey
Mithun Manhas, former Delhi Ranji star and IPL player, is appointed BCCI President. Explore his two-decade cricket career, IPL records, and coaching journey.
From Sidhu to Breetzke: New Record for Most Consecutive 50s From ODI Debut
South Africa’s Matthew Breetzke made a sensational ODI debut run, scoring five consecutive fifties and breaking Navjot Singh Sidhu’s 38-year-old World Cup record.
नवजोत सिद्धू का 38 साल पुराना रिकॉर्ड टूटा, ब्रीत्ज़के ने किया धमाल
साउथ अफ्रीका के मैथ्यू ब्रीत्ज़के ने वनडे डेब्यू के बाद लगातार 5 फिफ्टी लगाकर नवजोत सिंह सिद्धू का 38 साल पुराना रिकॉर्ड तोड़ दिया। जानिए सिद्धू और ब्रीत्ज़के की पूरी कहानी।
Sarfaraz Nawaz – A Cricketer Known as Much for Controversies as for Cricket
Sarfaraz Nawaz, Pakistan’s legendary pacer, stayed in headlines for cricketing feats and off-field controversies throughout his career.
Asia Cup History: India’s 1986 Boycott and the Politics Behind It
Asia Cup 2025 is already in the news for politics. A look back at India’s 1986 boycott and how outside forces have shaped the tournament’s history.
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- 06 Feb 2021 04:31
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