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Rutuja Dumbre

Rutuja loves to dabble in the sports world and craft passionate stories about it. With previous experience as a football player, she brings firsthand expertise to her articles.

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Football

Leicester City vs Sheffield Wednesday: Betting Odds, Popular Markets, and More

The best part of being a football fan is that there is no shortage of entertainment and action, thanks to the numerous leagues played worldwide. For fans in the UK, the English Football League (EFL) Championship takes second place after the most loved football competition, the English Premier League. However, it’s also quite popular.  The EFL Championship 2025-26 is right around the corner, as it kicks off on August 8, Friday. And the last fixture of matchday 1 of 46 is Leicester City vs Sheffield Wednesday. After a disappointing Premier League campaign, the hosts, Foxes, are competing in the EFL...

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Blackjack

What Are the Values of Picture Cards in Blackjack?

Blackjack is one of the most popular casino games worldwide, known for its simple rules and fast-paced gameplay. If you’re learning how to play, one of the first things to understand is how cards are valued - especially the picture cards, also called face cards. So what are the values of picture cards in blackjack? In short, all face cards - kings, queens, and jacks - are worth 10 points each. This makes them some of the most valuable cards in the game, often helping players build strong hands quickly. In this guide, we’ll explain the role of picture cards in...

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Esports

IEM Cologne 2025: Everything You Should Know

IEM Cologne 2025, a major Counter-Strike tournament, is right around the corner. ESL has announced all 24 top teams that will compete, and the excitement is mounting high. The event will last two weeks and take place at the LANXESS Arena, a famous venue for Counter-Strike.  The teams will be battling for a whopping $1.25 million prize pool, marking a thrilling start to the second season of the year. However, before it kickstarts, here’s everything that you need to know about the tournament. Date: July 23 to August 3 Location: LANXESS Arena, Cologne, Germany Prize pool: $1,250,000 Competitive Format The stakes are...

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Esports

Esports World Cup 2025: League of Legends Preview & Betting

All the gaming enthusiasts are pretty soon going to be glued to the screen as the Esports World Cup 2025, League of Legends, is making a thrilling comeback. The good news for LoL fans is that this return to the EWC is not a one-time thing. Riot Games has signed a three-year deal with the Esports World Cup Foundation, guaranteeing that LoL, along with other Riot titles, will be featured at the EWC annually until 2027. League of Legends is a tactical team game by Riot Games where two teams pick from 170+ champions to destroy the enemy’s main base....

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Football

UEFA Europa Conference League Qualification: Preview and Betting Odds

Football fans are eagerly awaiting the return of the beautiful game after a long gap. Much to their delight, action returns in the form of the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifications. This third-tier annual football competition is set to make a comeback as the first and second qualifying rounds’ draws were announced on 17th and 18th June, respectively.  The UECL sits below the UEFA Champions League (first-tier) and the UEFA Europa League (second-tier). It was created to give more European football clubs a chance to play in continental competitions, especially those from smaller nations who rarely qualified for the Champions...

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Rugby

Western Force vs The Lions (Lions Tour): All You Need to Know

The British & Irish Lions Tour, a highly respected event in World Rugby, happens every four years. It features top players from England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, who form a single team. They tour Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, playing a series of matches against the host nations, including a thrilling three-match test series. This tour is not just about intense competition; it also builds camaraderie and a shared love for rugby among these nations. It is a special chance for players from four different countries to unite and represent the best of British and Irish rugby. Notably, the...

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