Daughter of Bangladesh's first president Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Sunday's win has consolidated Sheikh Hasina's decade-long rule in the country where she is credited with boosting economic and promoting development
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Petrol, diesel prices continue to fall; crude oil climbs more than 1%, but set for first yearly drop since 2015
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Crude oil prices climbed on the final trading day of the year, mirroring gains in stock markets, but were on track for the first yearly decline in three years amid lingering concerns of a persistent supply glut.
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Microsoft Surface Go goes on sale in India starting at Rs 37,999 via Flipkart
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December 31, 2018
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Featuring a 10-inch display, the Microsoft Surface Go comes in the same size as the Apple iPad Pro.
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Allu Arjun teams up with Trivikram Srinivas for third time; film likely to release on Dussehra 2019
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December 31, 2018
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Allu Arjun has previously worked with Trivikram Srinivas on two superhit films Julai and S/o Satyamurthy.
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Farm woes to take centrestage in the new year as poll battle looms
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December 31, 2018
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The agriculture sector, which remained in distress during 2018 as crop prices slumped due to bumper production, will be in the spotlight in the new year as the BJP-ruled central government is set to roll out a big package to assuage the angry farming community ahead of the general elections.
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Popular third-party apps sending personal user data to Facebook without asking: Study
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December 31, 2018
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In response to the report, Facebook said that it users should be aware on when an app sends data.
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Here’s how to play the video game from Black Mirror’s ‘Bandersnatch’ episode
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December 31, 2018
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To play Nohzdyve, simply download a ZX Spectrum emulator like Speccy on a PC or Android device.
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Harmanpreet Kaur named captain of ICC Women’s T20I Team of the Year; Smriti Mandhana, Poonam Yadav included in both ODI, T20 sides
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December 31, 2018
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India's Harmanpreet Kaur was Monday named captain of the ICC Women's T20I Team of the Year, which also includes two of her compatriots Smriti Mandhana and Poonam Yadav.
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Captain Marvel: Brie Larson teases name of Jude Law’s character after makers’ goof-up
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December 31, 2018
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Disney and Marvel Studios had accidentally disclosed Jude Law's character's name from Captain Marvel on their official website.
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#HawaBadlo does not require a hurricane but a gust of wind
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December 31, 2018
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The organisation has been supporting the HawaBadlo movement – an independent people’s movement for the last 3 years.
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AgustaWestland case: Former defence minister AK Antony says Sonia, Rahul Gandhi ‘never interfered’ in deals
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December 31, 2018
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AK Antony said Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi never interfered in any defence deals and accused the BJP of "manufacturing" lies in the AgustaWestland case.
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Mandhana Wins ODI Player of the Year Award, Harmanpreet Named Captain of T20 Team
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December 31, 2018
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India’s Smriti Mandhana has won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for best player of the year and the ODI Player of the Year award for her performances in the 50-over format.
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Firstpost Spodcast Episode 111: India’s victory over Australia, Manchester City’s 3-1 win over Southampton and more
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December 31, 2018
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In today's podcast, we discuss India's victory over Australia at Melbourne, Manchester City and Chelsea's victories in the Sunday fixtures in Premier League and more.
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Scientists map Mercury’s ice accumulations, up to 50 metres thick in places
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December 31, 2018
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Mercury's ice accumulations have been estimated to be less than 50 million years old.
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In memoriam: Mrinal Sen showed us that to understand the present or future, it is essential to know the past
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December 31, 2018
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Mrinal Sen liked stories, big and small and through them, made statements. But, he was not always compelled to make one.
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1984 riots convict Sajjan Kumar surrenders before Karkardooma court in Delhi; former Congress MP to serve life term in Tihar Jail
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December 31, 2018
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Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, convicted in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, surrendered before the Karkardooma court on Monday. The 73-year-old was awarded a life sentence by the Delhi High Court and a fine of Rs 5 lakh on 17 December. He will be lodged in the Tihar Jail in Delhi.
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2018 in the rearview mirror: Reliving 365 days in 200 clips, GIFs, pictures and memes
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December 31, 2018
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Sometimes, moments stick out like sore thumbs. In 2018, a year which had a FIFA World Cup, a Hockey World Cup, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games and the Winter Olympics, these moments came thick and fast. 2018 was just that sort of year.
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Hopman Cup: Roger Federer relishing ‘once in a lifetime’ Serena Williams clash as United States set to face Switzerland
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December 31, 2018
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Roger Federer and Serena Williams, two of the greatest players in history, will face off across the net for the first time on Tuesday when United States go up against defending champions Switzerland in the mixed doubles of the unique two-player, mixed teams event.
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2018 in the rearview mirror: From Ada Hegerberg’s Ballon d’Or to Susie Wolff becoming Team Principal, highlights for women in sport
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December 31, 2018
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Here’s a look at how 2018 was a groundbreaking year for women’s sport in some ways:
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New Year flushed with promise world over, but Kashmir stares at another period of gloom amid gunfights and clashes
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December 31, 2018
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The first week of 2018 began with a gunfight between Kashmiri militants and security forces, and the last week also witnessed killings in the same pattern. Both gunfights and deaths were followed by clashes between security forces and protesters.
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Bigg Boss 12: Dipika Kakar, Sreesanth, Karanvir Bohra talk about navigating the controversial reality show
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December 31, 2018
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While Dipika Kakar talks about winning Bigg Boss 12, Sreesanth reveals how it felt to come this close to winning the reality show.
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Mandhana Wins ODI Player of the Year Award, Harmanpreet Named Captain of T20 Team
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December 31, 2018
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India’s Smriti Mandhana has won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for best player of the year and the ODI Player of the Year award for her performances in the 50-over format.
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I-League Clubs Threaten to Move Court, FIFA Over Telecast Row
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December 31, 2018
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Minerva Punjab owner Ranjit Bajaj Sunday threatened to move court under the aegis of I-League (Private) Clubs Association if the All India Football Federation (AIFF) does not sort out the telecast row
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ICC Awards: Mandhana Wins ODI Player of the Year Award, Harmanpreet Named Captain of T20 Team
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December 31, 2018
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India’s Smriti Mandhana has won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for best player of the year and the ODI Player of the Year award for her performances in the 50-over format.
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Healthcare sector may see further consolidation in 2019; more partnerships between public and private sector expected
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December 31, 2018
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Malaysia's IHH Healthcare has scalped 31.1 percent stake in Fortis for Rs 4,000 crore after months of intense competition and is in process of taking another 26 percent stake.
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Watch: Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Ram Charan, Jr NTR dance at sangeet ceremony of SS Rajamouli’s son
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December 31, 2018
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The wedding marked the reunion of Baahubali stars Prabhas and Rana Daggubati, and the stars of SS Rajamouli's next film, Jr NTR and Ram Charan.
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RCom, Reliance Jio extend validity of wireless asset sale pact to 28 June
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December 31, 2018
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Reliance Communications and Reliance Jio announced on Monday that they have extended the terms of an agreement for sale of wireless assets of the Anil Ambani owned firm.
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LISTEN: Full script of Episode 113 of Spodcast where we discuss India’s victory over Australia, Manchester City’s 3-1 win over Southampton and more
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December 31, 2018
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Here's the full script of today's Spodcast where we discuss India retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after winning the Melbourne Test against Australia, Manchester City's 3-1 win over Southampton and more.
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Rahul Gandhi should ask ‘who killed Sohrabuddin investigation’, says Arun Jaitley on Congress chief’s reaction to verdict
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December 31, 2018
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Arun Jaitley in his Facebook post titled: 'Who killed the Sohrabuddin Investigation' said that those who have recently shown a belated concern for institutional independence, "should seriously introspect as to what they did to the CBI when they were in power"
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Satellite startup OneWeb says it did not offer Russian government a stake in project
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December 31, 2018
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OneWeb plans to create a network of 900 satellites, most of which it wants to send into orbit.
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Sruthi Hariharan on sexual harassment case against Arjun Sarja: You can judge intent by the touch
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December 31, 2018
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Sruthi Hariharan claimed the bad touch and good touch is a very individual, personal experience. "Intent plays a big role and it is something you can judge," she said.
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Surging passenger numbers, policy promises dot turbulent skies in 2018; cut-throat competition pushes airlines into red
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December 31, 2018
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Despite high passenger growth, domestic airlines remained financially vulnerable as surge in oil prices, rupee depreciation and inability to raise fares amid intense competition crimped their earnings.
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‘Narendra Modi misleading nation for political gains’: HD Kumaraswamy on PM calling Karnataka farm loan waiver ‘cruel joke’
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December 31, 2018
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Reaffirming the JD(S)-Congress coalition government's commitment towards implementation of the massive farm loan waiver scheme announced by it, HD Kumaraswamy claimed that about 60,000 farmers have been benefitted by it so far
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Samsung to reportedly launch a mini-version of the Galaxy Home smart speaker
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December 31, 2018
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Currently, the specs of this mini Galaxy Home smart speaker are not known.
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Parliament LIVE updates: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha to meet at 2 pm; Lower Hour adjourned amid chants of ‘we want JPC’ over Rafale
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December 31, 2018
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Parliament LIVE updates: Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan conducted the Zero Hour in the Lower House despite sloganeering by Opposition MPs. After matters of urgent public importance were taken up amid chants of "we want JPC" over the Rafale deal and "chowkidaar chor hain", she adjourned the House till 2 pm. The Rajya Sabha will also meet at 2 pm.
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CII says India’s robust economic growth to continue in 2019; better demand conditions, GST, general polls strong drivers
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December 31, 2018
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CII believes the government will continue to place high priority on simplifying business procedures in 2019, especially in terms of working with states for grassroots improvements.
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India vs Australia: Rohit Sharma flies back to Mumbai after birth of baby girl, to miss New Year’s Test at Sydney
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December 31, 2018
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India batsman Rohit Sharma will miss the fourth Test against Australia in Sydney to be with his wife, who gave birth to a baby girl in Mumbai on Sunday.
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Apple’s iPhone low-cost battery replacement program ends in India on 31 December
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December 31, 2018
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The programme covers all out-of-warranty iPhones after iPhone 6, reduces replacement cost by 30%.
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NASA spaceship New Horizons zooms toward Ultima Thule: How to watch it LIVE
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December 31, 2018
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NASA will ring in the New Year with a live online broadcast to mark flyby of the Ultima Thule.
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Songs my mother never taught me and how that became my meal ticket in 2018
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December 31, 2018
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The valuable lesson I learnt in 2018 was that we must always take pride in and talk about the great work women silently put into making us
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'No Showboating' - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Tells Paul Pogba
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December 31, 2018
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A third consecutive victory since Solskjaer took caretaker charge until the end of the season keeps United eight points adrift of Chelsea in the fight for a top-four finish.
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If We Drop Points Against Liverpool It's Over - Pep Guardiola
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December 31, 2018
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Reigning champions City revived their bid to retain the Premier League trophy with a 3-1 win away to Southampton on Sunday that followed shock defeats by Crystal Palace and Leicester.
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Manchester City Stop the Rot Against Southampton
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December 31, 2018
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Following shock defeats by Crystal Palace and Leicester, reigning champions City cut the gap between themselves and Premier League leaders Liverpool to seven points ahead of their meeting with the Merseysiders at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday.
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I-League Clubs Threaten to Move Court, FIFA Over Telecast Row
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December 31, 2018
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Minerva Punjab owner Ranjit Bajaj Sunday threatened to move court under the aegis of I-League (Private) Clubs Association if the All India Football Federation (AIFF) does not sort out the telecast row
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India vs Australia | Collins: Australian Players Have Work to do in 'Art of Test Batting'
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December 31, 2018
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Say what you will about Justin Langer, he has an unmistakable way of expressing his frustrations. “I feel like a director of a soap opera at the moment,” he said in the aftermath of Australia’s defeat in Melbourne, his body language equally telling. “I honestly do.”
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Virat Kohli Leads India Heavy CricketNext ODI Team of the Year
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December 31, 2018
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With the 50-over World Cup scheduled for 2019, ODI Cricket will be the focus of attention for international teams come the new year. In 2018, some exceptional action was witnessed in the format and as the year winds down, here’s Cricketnext's ODI team of the year.
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2018 in Review – India Set the Standard, Australia Fall Dramatically from Perch
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December 31, 2018
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As 2018 winds down, India end the year as the most successful team across formats over the course of the year. They won 35 of the 53 matches they played in 2018 (and lost just 15). England and Pakistan were joint-second with the same win-loss ratio of 1.93 – both played 46 matches each and won 29 and lost 15.
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India vs Australia | MCG Verdict: Pujara & Bumrah Star, Agarwal Shines on Debut
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December 31, 2018
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Quite often, especially in overseas wins, individual brilliance has played a major role but this victory was a combined effort where almost every player made a key contribution. Here is Cricketnext's report card of the Melbourne Test.
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Ranji Takeaways: Jaffer Torments Mumbai, Kaul Picks up Six
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December 31, 2018
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There was plenty of action on the first day of the eighth round of the Ranji Trophy 2018-19 as Wasim Jaffer continued to score big for Vidarbha as he notched 56th career ton, Krunal Pandya rescued Baroda with maiden century, while Punjab bundled out Kerala cheaply.
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Cameron Bancroft Dismissed Third Ball After Return From Ban
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December 31, 2018
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A nervous Cameron Bancroft's return from his nine-month ban for ball-tampering did not go to plan Sunday when he was out to the third ball he faced in the Big Bash League.
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India vs Australia: India Retain Border-Gavaskar Trophy With Clinical Win in Melbourne
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December 31, 2018
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There was rain, there were thunderstorms, the clouds played hide & seek but in the end all India needed were two good deliveries on the final day and it took them all of 4.3 overs to produce them and wrap up proceedings at Melbourne Cricket Ground to take an unassailable 2-1 lead in the four-match Test series on Sunday.
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