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The wager of the century.

Twelve dispatches, twenty-four markets, and a pair of bookmakers’ clerks chasing the late edition. Welcome to the almanac.

From the cricket pitches of Kolkata to the football grounds of Madrid, our correspondents have filed their reports. The odds desk has been stable since dawn, the cash-out window is open, and the welcome boost remains generous to those who arrive before close of play. Read on for full coverage of the day’s most consequential markets — or skip ahead to the wagering tables on the right.

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Top Headlines

  1. India set to defend series crown against Australia
  2. Premier League shake-up: three managers on the brink
  3. Wimbledon draw: Djokovic faces a kind first round
  4. Bookmakers slash odds on T20 Top Scorer market
  5. Long shots: five outright bets worth a small stake
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Twelve dispatches set in three columns — just as the old paper did it.