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Arsenal's Premier League title aspirations took a hit as Aston Villa secured a dramatic 2-1 victory with Emiliano Buendia's stoppage-time winner. The result tightened the title race, with Villa moving to second and Manchester City gaining an opportunity. Despite a strong run, Arsenal's away form faltered, allowing rivals to close the gap.

Gambhir said the reaction to the Test losses ignored key details. He said: "There were so many things said and written after we lost the Test series against South Africa, but nobody wrote or spoke about the fact that in the first Test we played without our captain."

Rohit Sharma achieved his 61st ODI fifty and 20,000 international runs. He scored 75 runs in the match against South Africa. Former cricketers Mohammad Kaif and Irfan Pathan praised his performance. India won the match by nine wickets and secured the series. Rohit's consistent form at 38 years old was highlighted.

Yashasvi Jaiswal struck his maiden ODI century, an unbeaten 116, as India comfortably chased 271 to defeat South Africa by nine wickets and clinch the series 2-1. Rohit Sharma also contributed 75, while Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna took four wickets each to restrict the visitors. This victory follows India's Test series defeat.

Yashasvi Jaiswal's maiden ODI century, an unbeaten 116, powered India to a series-clinching victory over South Africa in the third ODI. Supported by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, India comfortably chased down 271 with over 10 overs to spare. Jaiswal also became the sixth Indian to score centuries in all three international formats.

Comedian Kapil Sharma graced Indian Idol 16, expressing his deep admiration for singer Shreya Ghoshal. The duo shared a magical duet, fulfilling a dream for Sharma. He humorously declared himself the show's winner after performing with Ghoshal. Sharma also revealed Ghoshal is the only Bollywood star yet to appear on his show, a promise she vowed to rectify soon.

India launched its ISSF World Cup Final campaign in Doha with a spectacular 1-2 finish in the women's 10m air pistol, as Suruchi Singh clinched gold and Sainyam secured silver. Samrat Rana added a bronze in the men's 10m air pistol, showcasing the nation's shooting prowess despite mixed results in rifle events.

This was India’s 10th century opening stand against South Africa in ODIs, and the first since Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan put on 127 in the Champions Trophy 2013 match in Cardiff.

India's ODI fortunes turned with a left-handed coin flip, opting to bowl first in Vizag. Despite a strong start from South Africa, disciplined bowling, led by Prasidh Krishna's comeback and Kuldeep Yadav's masterful spin, restricted the visitors. A viral slow-dance celebration between Kohli and Kuldeep captured the team's resurgence and joy after a crucial win.

Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile is gearing up for a dramatic turn as long-hidden secrets involving Reet, Raghav, and Bua Ji surface. Amidst this, lead actress Ayushi Khurana experiences a unique life-and-reel parallel, celebrating her first wedding anniversary as her character also enters a wedding sequence. Fans can expect intense drama and shocking revelations.

Television actors Deeksha Joshi, Akshaya Hindalkar, Shrenu Parikh, and Rajat Verma share their winter skincare secrets. They emphasize mindful habits like hydration, gentle cleansing, and consistent moisturizing to combat dryness and maintain camera-ready, glowing skin despite harsh weather and demanding schedules.

Rohit Sharma achieved a significant milestone, becoming the fourth Indian batter to surpass 20,000 runs in men's international cricket. He reached the landmark during the third ODI against South Africa. This achievement places him in elite company alongside Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rahul Dravid.

Ravichandran Ashwin and Irfan Pathan lauded Prasidh Krishna's impactful four-wicket haul in the third ODI against South Africa. Despite an earlier expensive spell, Krishna's crucial breakthroughs, including the wickets of Breetzke, Markram, de Kock, and Baartman, helped India restrict the opposition, showcasing his potential.

Actress Yuvika Chaudhary is embracing the magic of North Indian winters . The chill in the air brings a taste of nostalgia as she savours mouthwatering treats like saag paired with makki ki roti, complemented by steaming kullar wali chai.

Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna starred with four wickets each, dismantling South Africa for 270 in the final ODI. Despite Quinton de Kock's brilliant 106, the Proteas faltered. Kuldeep's exceptional spell further cemented his dominance against South Africa, marking his fifth four-wicket haul against them. At one stage, South Africa were 199/4

During India's series-clinching ODI against South Africa, Rohit Sharma, despite not captaining, humorously intervened to prevent Kuldeep Yadav from taking unnecessary DRS reviews. Sharma, supported by Virat Kohli, repeatedly signaled against reviews, showcasing a blend of humor and strategic insight that ultimately proved correct, as Kuldeep later admitted his reliance on such guidance.

Indian cricketers Deepti Sharma and Shafali Varma shared inspiring journeys on Kaun Banega Crorepati. Deepti's brother's encouragement and a remarkable throw led her to cricket, while Shafali's father's observation and a pivotal tournament played in her brother's stead marked her turning point. Both highlighted family support as crucial to their success.

Australia is on the cusp of a commanding Ashes victory after a dominant third day at the Gabba. Mitchell Starc starred with both bat and ball, propelling the hosts to a significant lead. England, struggling under lights, ended the day at 134-6, facing a familiar collapse and a daunting task to stay in the series.

West Indies staged a remarkable fightback in Christchurch, securing a heroic draw against New Zealand with a record-breaking fourth-innings performance. Batting for over 163 overs, Justin Greaves (202*) and Kemar Roach (58*) led the charge, achieving the highest fourth-innings total in a five-day Test and etching their names in history with several rare milestones.

Sanju Samson's unbeaten 73 anchored Kerala's low score against Andhra Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. This captain's knock, his second fifty this season, highlights his consistent domestic form amidst ongoing questions about his role in India's T20 setup. With competition for wicketkeeping spots, Samson's future in the playing XI remains uncertain.

This was de Kock’s seventh ODI hundred in just 23 innings against India. No player has scored more hundreds against India. He is now level with Sanath Jayasuriya, who also has seven but reached the mark in 85 innings. De Kock also moved level with AB de Villiers for the most ODI hundreds by a visiting batter in India.

Justin Greaves scored an unbeaten 202 to help West Indies achieve a remarkable draw against New Zealand. Chasing a huge target, the team showed immense grit. Shai Hope and Kemar Roach also played vital roles. Despite this heroic effort, West Indies remains at the bottom of the World Test Championship standings. New Zealand moves up the table.

Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif expressed concerns over Washington Sundar's bowling, noting his limited overs and lack of wicket-taking confidence. Kaif stated Sundar is "not even half of Ashwin" as a pure spinner, with captains often preferring Jadeja or Kuldeep in tight situations.

Actor Rishi Saxena, known for 'Itti Si Khushi', has revamped his skincare routine to combat winter's harsh effects. Previously neglecting his skin, he now prioritizes a simple yet consistent regimen: mild cleansing, moisturizing, sunscreen, and lip balm. He also credits a room humidifier for improved skin hydration and air quality, advocating for basic care over complex trends.

Shubman Gill had been included in the T20I squad subject to fitness and was required to undergo a full set of rehabilitation and skill-based Return To Play (RTP) protocols. Gill's injury occurred due to a whiplash incident on the second day of the Kolkata Test, resulting in Gill being hospitalised for a couple of days and administered an injection.