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Eng V Ind: Can Gill's Young Indian Squad Shut Critics?
Eng V Ind: Can Gill's Young Indian Squad Shut Critics? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
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Bavuma, Proteas' WTC Win Rewrites Cricket's Legacy at Lord's First Sports With Rupha Ramani
Bavuma, Proteas' WTC Win Rewrites Cricket's Legacy at Lord's | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G Bavuma, Proteas' WTC Win Rewrites Cricket's Legacy at Lord's | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G South Africa's World Test Championship victory over Australia was more than just a cricketing milestone, it was a powerful symbol of transformation. After 27 years without a major ICC trophy, it was Temba Bavuma, a black captain once mocked for his race and stature — who stood tall at Lord's with the mace in hand. This wasn't just a win; it was the culmination of a journey through discrimination, doubt, and a deeply rooted history. From apartheid-era exclusion to a moment of global sporting redemption, Bavuma's leadership has redefined what representation means in cricket. Rupha Ramani explores the powerful symbolism of South Africa's win, its echo of India's cricketing shift in 2007 under MS Dhoni, and how this championship signals a new era — where cricket isn't just the 'gentleman's game,' but everyone's game. See More
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Club World Cup: Why Are Fans Ignoring FIFA's Dream Project? First Sports With Rupha Ramani
Club World Cup: Why Are Fans Ignoring FIFA's Dream Project? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G Club World Cup: Why Are Fans Ignoring FIFA's Dream Project? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G The revamped FIFA Club World Cup kicked off with huge expectations—but just days in, fans are already walking away. From packed stadiums for Messi's Miami debut to near-empty stands in Atlanta for the Chelsea V LAFC fixture, the tournament's hype fizzled fast. Star players and managers are speaking out about the crushing schedule, and the quality of football is suffering, highlighted by Bayern's 10-0 thrashing of part-time players of Auckland City. With the scorching heat, player burnout, and mounting criticism, is FIFA's grand experiment failing before it even begins? And what does this mean for next year's World Cup? Rupha Ramani breaks down the chaos and controversy surrounding the Club World Cup and what lies ahead for global football. See More
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WTC Final Pitch: Would India Be Blamed For Such Conditions? First Sports With Rupha Ramani
WTC Final Pitch: Would India Be Blamed For Such Conditions? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani |N18G WTC Final Pitch: Would India Be Blamed For Such Conditions? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani |N18G The 2025 World Test Championship Final between South Africa and Australia has become a major talking point, not just for the cricket on display, but for the conditions under which it's being played. With the match heading towards a finish in under four days, questions are being raised about the pitch — or rather, the silence surrounding it. If the same conditions existed in India, there would have been global outrage, debates, and demands to ban venues. But because it's happening in England, cricket pundits have chosen silence. Rupa Ramani examines the glaring double standards in the cricketing world. Is India being held to a different standard when it comes to pitches? See More
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Indian Football Hits Rock Bottom, AIFF Under Fire First Sports With Rupha Ramani
Indian Football Hits Rock Bottom, AIFF Under Fire | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G Indian Football Hits Rock Bottom, AIFF Under Fire | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G Indian football is facing one of its darkest hours. Following a humiliating defeat to 153rd-ranked Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, India's hopes of qualifying for the 2027 tournament hang by a thread. The national team has won just one of its last 16 games, slipping to 127th in the FIFA rankings, and the morale in the dressing room is at an all-time low — with head coach Manolo Marquez comparing it to a funeral. But the frustration runs deeper, with fans and former players lashing out at the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) for their silence, poor governance, and lack of accountability. While international and domestic sports bodies across the world make bold decisions for the future of their game, the AIFF continues to delay meaningful action. Rupha Ramani looks at what went wrong, the fan outrage, the leadership crisis, and why Indian football urgently needs a reboot. See More
