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UAE's Sohaib Khan celebrates after scoring a half-century during the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup against Canada in New Delhi. AFP

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Former Nepal coach Monty Desai. Ruel Pableo for The National

Nepal was 'special’, Desai now trying to make an impact with Canada

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Trabzonspor's Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah gestures during his signing cerenomy at the Papara Park Stadium in Trabzon on August 6, 2026. Former Liverpool star Mohamed Salah on August 6, 2026 signed a two-year contract with Turkish club Trabzonspor after leaving the Premier League giants at the end of his contract. (Photo by Nurgul GUNAYDIN / AFP)

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UAE's Sohaib Khan celebrates after scoring a half-century during the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup against Canada in New Delhi. AFP

ILT20's UAE player rule could transform grand auction

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