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4:30 pm Expresso Sports News Update – National and International, May 31, 2024

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Top Stories in Sports Today: Praggnanandhaa Defeats Carlsen, Amir’s Comeback, IPL Final Delivery, Kohli’s World Cup Journey, T20 World Cup in USA, Bradman’s US Tour, Sikh Couple Scales Mt. Everest

The latest national and international sports news today has been filled with exciting updates from the world of chess, cricket, and more.

In a stunning upset, India’s 18-year-old chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa managed to defeat World No 1 Magnus Carlsen for the first time in a classical game at the Norway Chess tournament. Carlsen’s risky opening strategy backfired, leading to Praggnanandhaa’s victory. Meanwhile, Carlsen’s girlfriend Ella Victoria Malone gave a rare interview, expressing her nerves watching him play.

In cricket news, Mohammad Amir is making a comeback at 32 for the 2024 T20 World Cup, despite a tumultuous past that included a spot-fixing scandal. Kolkata Knight Riders’ Mitchell Starc delivered an unplayable delivery in the final IPL match, impressing former cricketer Wasim Akram.

Virat Kohli is gearing up for his ninth World Cup appearance, reflecting on his nervous debut in 2011. The upcoming T20 World Cup in the USA marks a historic event, with Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant expressing excitement about cricket’s growth in America.

In a throwback to 1932, cricket legend Don Bradman visited the US for a promotional tour, meeting baseball icon Babe Ruth. Lastly, an NRI couple became the first Sikh pair to scale Mt. Everest, showcasing their passion for mountaineering and their plans to conquer more summits.

Stay tuned for more updates on the world of sports.

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