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  • WATCH: Riyan Parag celebrates India A’s Duleep Trophy victory in unique fashion

    WATCH: Riyan Parag celebrates India A’s Duleep Trophy victory in unique fashion

    The 2024 Duleep Trophy concluded with a thrilling victory for India A, who defeated India C in the last match of the season. India A dominated the tournament, winning two of their matches out of three and securing the prestigious title.

    Riyan Parag’s viral photo

    However, it was Riyan Parag who stole the spotlight once again. His unique victory celebration, featuring an ice bath with the Duleep Trophy, went viral on social media, capturing the attention of fans.

    After being dismissed for just 2 runs in the first innings, Parag made a significant contribution in the second essay, scoring 73 runs from 101 balls. His knock helped India A in securing a comfortable victory over India C.

    India A’s victory was a result of their strong performance throughout the tournament. They outplayed India C by 132 runs in the final encounter of the season, setting a target of 350 runs. India C struggled to chase down the target, despite a century from Sai Sudharsan. They lost the match by 132 runs.

    Also WATCH: Ruturaj Gaikwad’s brilliant one-handed catch dismisses Riyan Parag in Duleep Trophy 2024

    Aaqib Khan, Tanush Kotian, and Prasidh Krishna were instrumental in India A’s victory, taking crucial wickets to restrict India C’s scoring.

    With this win, India A eventually finished at the top of the table with 12 points, while India C ended in second place with 9 points.

    Riyan Parag and Tilak Varma dance after Duleep Trophy triumph

    India A celebrated their victory in style, with teammates Riyan Parag and Tilak Varma leading the charge. As soon as India A secured the final wicket of India C in form of Anshul Kamboj, Riyan and his teammates pulled out the stumps and kicked off the celebrations. Riyan and Tilak were seen dancing, soon joined by the rest of the team.

    Fast-bowler Avesh Khan, who smashed an important half-century with the bat in the first innings, also joined in, showing off some dance moves while standing next to the trophy.

    Here’s the video:

    Also READ: Social media bursts with memes as Riyan Parag gets trolled after Shubman Gill-Ananya Panday ad collaboration



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  • WATCH: Ruturaj Gaikwad’s brilliant one-handed catch dismisses Riyan Parag in Duleep Trophy 2024

    WATCH: Ruturaj Gaikwad’s brilliant one-handed catch dismisses Riyan Parag in Duleep Trophy 2024

    In an electrifying moment during the sixth match of the Duleep Trophy 2024, Ruturaj Gaikwad showcased his incredible fielding skills by taking a stunning one-handed diving catch to dismiss Riyan Parag. The brilliant display of athleticism occurred during the 49th over of India A‘s second innings as they faced off against India C.

    Ruturaj Gaikwad’s stunning one-handed catch

    Gaurav Yadav, delivering the crucial over, bowled a delivery to Parag, who was batting confidently on 73 off 101 balls, including five boundaries and one six. Parag attempted to clear the deep cover boundary, hoping to add to his total. However, stationed at deep cover, Gaikwad had other plans. Displaying exceptional reflexes and anticipation, Gaikwad lunged to his right, managing to grab the ball with a spectacular one-handed catch.

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    This remarkable piece of fielding marked Gaikwad’s third catch of the innings. Earlier, he had already sent Pratham Singh and Tilak Verma back to the pavilion, underlining his importance as a fielder for India A in this match. His contributions in the field have proven crucial in restricting India C’s progress.

    Also READ: Fans react as Sanju Samson shines with a maiden century in Duleep Trophy 2024

    India A builds strong lead on Day 3 

    At stumps on Day 3, India A reached 270/6 after 64 overs, leading India C by 333 runs in their second innings. Wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra and Tanush Kotian were at the crease, building on the team’s lead, with the focus now on setting a challenging target for India C.

    With Gaikwad’s brilliance in the field and India A’s steady performance, the match promises to unfold into an exciting finish. Fans will be eager to see how the final day of the contest shapes up in this crucial Duleep Trophy encounter.

    Also WATCH: Aaqib Khan dismisses Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rajat Patidar off consecutive balls in the Duleep Trophy 2024



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  • BCCI unveils squads for the second round of Duleep Trophy 2024-25; KL Rahul, Shubman Gill among key absentees

    BCCI unveils squads for the second round of Duleep Trophy 2024-25; KL Rahul, Shubman Gill among key absentees

    The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the updated squads for the second round of the Duleep Trophy 2024-25, scheduled to begin on September 12 in Anantapur. With several key players being called up for India’s Test series against Bangladesh, the Men’s Selection Committee has made significant changes to the participating teams.

    Reason why key players miss out in the second round

    Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Akash Deep have all been selected for India’s Test squad ahead of the Bangladesh series and will not participate in the upcoming Duleep Trophy matches. Their absence has prompted the selectors to bring in replacements for the second round of the tournament.

    Pratham Singh from Railways has been chosen to replace Gill, while Akshay Wadkar and SK Rasheed will step in forRahul and Jurel, respectively. Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani has been brought in to replace Kuldeep, and Aaqib Khan will fill the void left by fast bowler Akash.

    Mayank Agarwal to lead India A

    Mayank Agarwal, the experienced opener, has been appointed captain of India A for the second round. The updated India A squad features several exciting talents such as Riyan Parag, Tilak Varma, and Shivam Dube, with the bowling department strengthened by Khaleel Ahmed, and Avesh Khan.

    Updated India A squad: Mayank Agarwal (C), Riyan Parag, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Tanush Kotian, Prasidh Krishna, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan, Kumar Kushagra, Shaswat Rawat, Pratham Singh, Akshay Wadkar, SK Rasheed, Shams Mulani, Aaqib Khan

    Also WATCH: Rishabh Pant hilariously asks Kuldeep Yadav to swear on his mother – Duleep Trophy 2024-25

    India B’s Changes: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant miss out

    India B also sees key changes, as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant have been called up for national duty. Suyash Prabhudessai and Rinku Singh will step in as their replacements. Fast bowler Yash Dayal, who recently earned his maiden national call-up, will miss out on the second round of the Duleep Trophy, but Sarfaraz Khan, despite being named in India’s Test squad, will feature in the next round. Himanshu Mantri (Madhya Pradesh CA) has also been added to the team to bolster their lineup.

    Updated India B squad: Abhimanyu Easwaran (C), Sarfaraz Khan, Musheer Khan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Navdeep Saini, Mukesh Kumar, Rahul Chahar, R Sai Kishore, Mohit Awasthi, N Jagadeesan (WK), Suyash Prabhudessai, Rinku Singh, Himanshu Mantri (WK)

    Team D adjustments

    Axar Patel, who was part of Team D, will now join India’s squad for the Bangladesh Test series. As his replacement, the selectors have named Nishant Sindhu. Further, Tushar Deshpande has been ruled out of the second round due to a niggle, and he will be replaced by Vidwath Kaverappa, who moves from India A to Team D.

    Updated India D squad: Shreyas lyer (C), Atharva Taide, Yash Dubey, Devdutt Padikkal, Ricky Bhui, Saransh Jain, Arshdeep Singh, Aditya Thakare, Harshit Rana, Akash Sengupta, KS Bharat (WK), Saurabh Kumar, Sanju Samson (WK), Nishant Sindhu, Vidwath Kaverappa

    Team C remains unchanged

    Team C will go into the second round of the Duleep Trophy with no changes to their lineup, as they continue their campaign in the tournament.

    Also WATCH: Nitish Kumar Reddy grabs a stunning catch to dismiss Mayank Agarwal | Duleep Trophy 2024-25

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  • Duleep Trophy 2024: Dhruv Jurel equals MS Dhoni’s record of most catches in an innings

    Duleep Trophy 2024: Dhruv Jurel equals MS Dhoni’s record of most catches in an innings

    Dhruv Jurel had a very impressive outing with the gloves in the India A versus India B clash in the Duleep Trophy 2024 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. During the riveting fixture, he also equalled one of the records held by the legendary MS Dhoni.

    Representing India A, gloveman Jurel took seven catches in India B’s second innings to restrict the Abhimanyu Easwaran-led side to 184. This accomplishment saw him equalling MS Dhoni’s record for the most catches by a wicketkeeper in an inning during the Duleep Trophy. The former India captain achieved the same during the 2004/05 edition of the Duleep Trophy while playing for East Zone against Central Zone.

    Sunil Benjamin had held the record before Dhoni. The former had taken six catches and also effected one stumping while representing Central Zone versus North Zone in the 1973 Duleep Trophy final. The 22-year-old Jurel was involved in key dismissals, catching Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Musheer Khan, Sarfaraz Khan, Nitish K Reddy, Sai Kishore, and Navdeep Saini. His remarkable efforts behind the stumps played a key role in helping India A keep the target down to 275.

    However, Jurel failed to perform with the bat, getting dismissed for only two runs off sixteen balls in the first and a golden duck in the second. Meanwhile, Akash Deep backed up his four-for in the first innings by finishing with figures of 5/56 in the second. Khaleel Ahmed also bowled well and bagged a three-for.

    Also Read- Watch: India B’s Rishabh Pant hilariously joins India A huddle, video goes viral

    KL Rahul stands in India B’s way at Tea break on Day 4

    Chasing 275 for a win, India A lost the wicket of Mayank Agarwal in the second over. Riyan Parag joined captain Shubman Gill in the middle and the Assam batter played a whirlwind knock of 31 off 18 balls before Yash Dayal got the better of him. Gill got to 21 off 35 balls before throwing his wicket away. Jurel and Tanush Kotian couldn’t open their accounts before Shivam Dube perished for 14.

    Also Read- WATCH: Akash Deep’s five-for restricts India B to 184 in second innings

    KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav joined forces and formed a 33-run partnership to take their team through to Tea. Rahul scored his half-century just before the tea break, while Kuldeep has shown good resilience even after being hit a couple of times on his body. The match is intriguingly poised for the final session of the encounter with all three results still possible. India A need another 143 runs to win, while India B require four more wickets.

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  • Watch: Avesh Khan gives fiery send-off to Sarfaraz Khan during Duleep Trophy 2024 clash

    Watch: Avesh Khan gives fiery send-off to Sarfaraz Khan during Duleep Trophy 2024 clash

    The ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024 got underway on September 3, but within three days of the start, the tournament produced several enthralling moments. One such moment unfolded during the first match between India A and India B at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

    The real drama unfolded between Sarfaraz Khan and Avesh Khan at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The incident took place in the 18th over of the first ball of India B’s second innings on Day 3 of the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024 on September 7.

    Avesh Khan dismisses Sarfaraz Khan in a high-stakes duel in Duleep Trophy 2024

    In the 18th over, Avesh Khan made a crucial breakthrough for India A, dismissing Sarfaraz Khan, who was caught by the wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel, as the Mumbai batter’s struggle with the bat continued. Sarfaraz, trying to cut a ball that had extra bounce, managed only a thick edge.

    The delivery was close to him, and he was slightly cramped for space, causing him to lose control of the shot. The edge was well-held by Jurel, who plucked the stunning catch to secure his fourth dismissal of the inning.

    Sarfaraz Khan’s innings ended at 46 runs from 36 balls, including seven boundaries and one six. Following the dismissal, Avesh Khan and the 26-year-old batter had an intense battle in eye to eye.

    After taking a crucial wicket, Avesh Khan was visibly pumped and celebrated Sarfaraz Khan’s wicket with a roar, and the India B batter was certainly not happy with the way India A pacer was coming to face, as he was showing eye-to-eye gesture while starring at the bowler in Bengaluru.

    Watch here how Avesh Khan gave a send-off to Safaraz Khan:

    Earlier in the match, Sarfaraz’s younger brother Musheer Khan’s outstanding 181-run innings, combined with a 205-run partnership with Navdeep Saini (56), propelled India B to a commanding first-inning total of 321 runs against India A in Bengaluru.

    Brief Highlight of India A vs India B Match

    In reply, the Shubman Gill-led India A side faltered, being dismissed for 231 runs. Saini and Mukesh Kumar each took three wickets to put them behind in the game. During the second innings, despite early wickets falling to Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhimanyu Easwaran, India B extended their lead.

    Currently, India B’s score read 150/6, taking a 240-run lead at the stump with Washington Sundar (6*) resuming the play on Day 4 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Rishabh Pant made 61 runs off 47 balls and studded with 9 fours and 2 sixes against India A on Sunday.

    With a 240-run lead and four wickets remaining, it will be interesting to see how India B approaches the game on Day 4 to win the first game of the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024 in Bengaluru.



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  • WATCH: Washington Sundar dismisses KL Rahul with a stunning delivery in Duleep Trophy 2024-25

    WATCH: Washington Sundar dismisses KL Rahul with a stunning delivery in Duleep Trophy 2024-25

    In a gripping contest during the opening match of the Duleep Trophy 2024 between India A and India B, fans at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium were treated to a spectacular moment when Washington Sundar clean bowled KL Rahul in the 48th over of India A’s first innings.

    KL Rahul’s departure 

    Rahul, who had been anchoring India A’s innings after facing 111 deliveries, seemed well-settled with a score of 37 runs, including 4 boundaries. However, his resistance came to an unfortunate end surprisingly and dramatically. In only his second over, Sundar delivered a well-flighted ball that dipped and turned sharply after being tossed up around the off-stump. Rahul attempted a paddle sweep but misjudged the trajectory, resulting in the ball sneaking past his bat and crashing into his leg stump. Disappointed, Rahul shook his head as he walked off the field, visibly frustrated with the manner of his dismissal.

    Here is the video:

    Also WATCH: Harshit Rana gives a flying kiss send-off to Ruturaj Gaikwad in Duleep Trophy 2024-25

    India A’s struggles in the first innings  

    The highly anticipated match saw India A struggling to chase down India B’s imposing first-innings score of 321, with Musheer Khan shining for the opposition, crafting a brilliant knock of 181 runs. India B’s innings was wrapped up after a competitive effort, with India A’s Akash Deep leading the bowling attack, picking up 4 wickets.

    In the first innings of India A, the team was bowled out for a total of 231 runs. From the India B side, Navdeep Saini was the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets in his 16-over spell. As Day 3 progresses into the final session, India B has come out to bat and has already reached 104 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. They currently hold a commanding lead of 194 runs.

    Also READ: Fans cheer as Musheer Khan’s century lifts India B in Duleep Trophy 2024-25 game against India A



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  • Our father has conditioned us to score big: Musheer Khan

    Our father has conditioned us to score big: Musheer Khan

    19-year-old Musheer Khan played a crucial role in rescuing India B from a tricky position in the opening round of the Duleep Trophy 2024. His 181-run innings not only steadied the ship but announced his arrival on the big stage. The Mumbai-born thanked his father, Naushad Khan for scoring big innings.

    The star-studded India B lineup, featuring names like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan, saw themselves in deep trouble at 94/7 against a disciplined India A bowling attack. The pace trio of Khaleel Ahmed, Akash Deep, and Avesh Khan had wreaked havoc, putting India B in the backfoot.

    Musheer, brother of Sarfaraz, rose to the occasion when his team needed him most. He anchored the innings during the tough phase, particularly in the second session where India B lost five wickets.

    Also read: Duleep Trophy 2024: Why is Shubman Gill wearing taped-up jersey?

    “Our father has conditioned us to score big, For us, our century starts at 150. He’s told us to play our shots after reaching that milestone. We need to play the whole day, stay at the wicket. And we’re very hungry for runs,” Musheer said as quoted by Cricket.com.

    Partnering with Navdeep Saini, the allrounder began to counterattack once he reached his half-century. He targeted spinner Tanush Kotian, his Mumbai teammate, for some aggressive shots down the ground, bringing up a memorable century on his Duleep Trophy debut.

    Also read: Musheer Khan’s marathon knock in Duleep Trophy leaves internet abuzz

    The young batter’s innings gained momentum on Day 2, as he confidently played both front-foot and back-foot shots against the pacers. His measured yet strategic approach allowed the partnership with Saini to flourish, taking India B from a precarious 94/7 to a more respectable 269/7. The partnership with Saini grew to an unbeaten 175 runs, inching close to the Duleep Trophy record for the highest eighth wicket stand. 

    Musheer’s 150 came with a comfortable double off Kuldeep Yadav and he celebrated by raising his bat and received a ‘keep calm and keep batting’ gesture from his brother in the dressing room. Khan finally ended his innings after scoring 181 runs off 373 balls.

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  • Watch: Musheer Khan’s special century celebration sparks wild reaction from Sarfaraz Khan in Duleep Trophy

    Watch: Musheer Khan’s special century celebration sparks wild reaction from Sarfaraz Khan in Duleep Trophy

    Young Mumbai batter Musheer Khan was the hero with the bat for his team on the opening day of the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024 match. The game between India A and India B side is taking place at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

    On what has been a tough day to bat, Musheer Khan was the lone warrior for his team and made sure that they ended the day on high. The right-hander came to bat at No.3, and after that, he saw wickets falling quickly at the other hand and the team reeling at 94/7.

    Musheer soaked in all the pressure and ensured that he took his team out of trouble. He started slow, but once he had his eye in, he made sure that he not only held the one end but also scored runs for his team, taking them to a total of over 200 runs.

    Musheer Khan with the new ball got tested as well but he made sure that he stayed there and fought for his team. The fast bowler tackled the fast bowlers while walking down the pitch and then looked extremely solid against the spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Tanush Kotian.

    Musheer Khan first brought up his half-century and then stayed focused. The 19-year-old came up with a grand batting performance, and along with Navdeep Saini put pressure back on the opposition. The pacer supported him well as the duo added an unbeaten 100+ stand.

    Musheer, who is making his debut in the Duleep Trophy, made sure that he makes his first game in the tournament special. He racked up a sensational century and made everyone stand and applaud him for his performance, especially with other batters struggling to make a mark.

    Musheer also got special appreciation from his brother Sarfaraz Khan, who is also part of the same team. The India batter came rushing out of the dressing room as his brother slammed the ton and cheered for him in jubilation as the young batter celebrated.

    Here’s the video:

    Musheer Khan remains unbeaten on 105 runs off 227 balls as India B ends Day 1 at 202/7

    Musheer remained unbeaten at the stumps on Day 1. The young batter slammed unbeaten on 105 runs off 227 balls. He also hit 10 fours and 2 sixes in his innings and his sensational knock with the bat put the India B team in the fighting position with the bat.

    Along with him, Navdeep Saini remained unbeaten at 29 runs off 74 balls as India B ended Day 1 at 202/7. Musheer would be hoping to play big innings with the bat tomorrow and take his team to the total past 300 runs on the board and put them in a dominating position.



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  • WATCH: Akash Deep’s dream delivery stuns Nitish Kumar Reddy in Duleep Trophy 2024

    WATCH: Akash Deep’s dream delivery stuns Nitish Kumar Reddy in Duleep Trophy 2024

    The Duleep Trophy 2024 is currently set for a thriller between India A and India B, but it’s been a one-sided affair so far. India A’s bowling unit has dominated proceedings, leaving India B’s batters struggling to find their rhythm.

    Yashasvi Jaiswal’s lone resistance

    Amidst the carnage, Yashasvi Jaiswal stood out as the lone warrior for India B. His elegant strokes and positive intent provided a glimmer of hope for his team. However, once he departed for a well-made 30, the batting order collapsed like a house of cards.

    Akash Deep’s stellar performance in India A’s onslaught

    One of the standout performers for India A has been Akash Deep. The pacer in the first and second session was consistently accurate, bowling at perfect lines and lengths, and has picked up crucial wickets. His ability to extract movement from the pitch has made him a nightmare for the India B batters.

    Nitish Kumar Reddy falls victim to Deep’s masterclass

    Deep’s highlight of the match was a sensational delivery that dismissed Nitish Kumar Reddy. The pacer bowled a length ball on the middle stump, which nipped away after pitching, and beat the outside edge to castle the top of off stump. It was a classic example of precision and skill, leaving the batter stunned and the bowler jubilant.

    Here’s the video:

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    India B batters exposed on a green top

    The Duleep Trophy pitch has been prepared with an eye on the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Series in Australia. The green top has certainly exposed the technical deficiencies of some of the Indian batters. India B’s captain, Abhimanyu Easwaran, was dismissed for just 13, and even Yashasvi Jaiswal, despite his early promise, struggled to control his aggression and was sent packing for 30.

    Middle order collapse

    The middle order of India B has been particularly vulnerable. Sarfaraz Khan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and star batter Rishabh Pant have all failed to make a significant contribution. With India B struggling at 124/7 till the tea break, it seems highly unlikely that they can recover from this precarious position.

    As the Duleep Trophy progresses, it will be interesting to see if India B can find a way to bounce back. However, given the dominance of India A’s bowling attack, it appears that they will have their work cut out.

    Also WATCH: Dhruv Jurel pulls off an unbelievable catch to dismiss Abhimanyu Easwaran in Duleep Trophy 2024



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  • ‘I try to work as hard as I possibly can’ – Rishabh Pant slogs ahead of Duleep Trophy 2024

    ‘I try to work as hard as I possibly can’ – Rishabh Pant slogs ahead of Duleep Trophy 2024

    Star Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant recently came forward and shared a clip where he was seen working hard in the nets ahead of the 2024 Duleep Trophy. With the competition set to begin on September 5, Pant looks set to make his comeback to red-ball cricket. 

    It is worth noting that Pant last played a Test match in 2022 against Bangladesh, shortly after which he sustained life-threatening injuries after he was involved in a car accident in December 2022. 

    However, making a miraculous recovery, Pant has returned and is raring to have a crack at red-ball cricket once more. He recently took to Instagram and shared a clip of himself batting in the nets. 

    “I try not to have expectations because they can tend to tear you apart. I try to work as hard as I possibly can and give every ounce of a hundred percent & keep Learning from it,” Pant captioned the post. 

    Also Read – Rishabh Pant has got a muscle memory and thirst for victory: Matthew Hayden

    Interestingly, Pant has made 33 Test appearances for India, where he has managed to amass 2271 runs to his name, at an average of 43.67 runs, which has included five centuries as well. Some of them are coming at crucial times as well. The star batter was exceptional and crucial in India winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia as well. 

    After his accident, Pant made his return to white-ball cricket with the 2024 T20 World Cup, playing the IPL 2024 prior to that. He made his return to ODI cricket in the last ODI against Sri Lanka recently, where he failed to impress with his performances. 

    However, the road to making a return to Test cricket will not be easy for Pant; the likes of Dhruv Jurel and Ishan Kishan have put in good performances for India in the longest format, and surely Pant will have to fight for his way back into the squad. 

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