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Pakistan Minister Establishes 'Suryakumar Yadav Condition' for Asia Cup Trophy Transfer to India
In light of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) rejecting requests for a trophy handover ceremony, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) leader Mohsin Naqvi has reportedly introduced a new condition to break the deadlock regarding the Asia Cup 2025. During an ACC meeting on Tuesday, BCCI officials Rajeev Shukla and Ashish Shelar put Naqvi on the defensive by requesting that the trophy be stored in the Asian body's Dubai office for shipping to India.Naqvi, however, demonstrated little to no willingness to comply with the requests from the Indian board. A report by the Pakistani media outlet Geo Super states that Naqvi even opposed the mention of the trophy handover in the meeting, as it was not included in the original agenda. During a virtual meeting, Naqvi informed Rajeev Shukla, "This item was not included in the agenda for the ACC meeting." Naqvi, in response to the BCCI's insistence on the trophy's return, stated: "If the Indian team wants the trophy, the captain can come to the ACC office and collect it from me. "Witnessing Naqvi's lack of cooperation, the BCCI warned the heads of the ACC and PCB that if the trophy is not transferred to the Indian team within a specified timeframe, they will lodge a complaint with the ICC concerning this issue. As PTI reported, a source stated, “It was clarified that the BCCI would lodge a complaint with the ICC, and Shelar made a brief exit from the meeting.” During the tournament, the two teams faced off three times, with India emerging victorious on each occasion, including in the final. During the event, India upheld a 'no-handshake policy' with Pakistani players, which angered the PCB.Following the Pahalgam terror attack, where Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 Indian tourists, tensions between the two neighbors have reached unprecedented levels.
Published 01 Oct 2025 04:04 PM
PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi Complains in Social Media Post Following His Asia Cup Final Trophy Incident
The Chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Interior Minister of the country, Mohsin Naqvi, who embarrassed himself internationally by taking the Asia Cup trophy after India declined to accept it from him, is now asserting that India has dishonored the spirit of the game. After suffering a crushing defeat to India, PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi—whose X account is withheld in India—reacted on the microblogging platform to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulatory message following the match.“If war was how you gauged your pride, your shameful defeats against Pakistan are already chronicled in history. No cricket match can change that reality. Naqvi stated, "Dragging war into sport merely showcases desperation and dishonors the true spirit of the game. "PM Modi commended India’s renowned victory earlier, stating, “Operation Sindoor on the games field.” The result is identical: India wins! Congratulations to our cricketers.Naqvi's misunderstanding of historical events and facts is evident, and he requires a serious reminder of how often Pakistan has had to submit to Indian superiority in conflicts. Beginning with the signing of the Instrument of Surrender by Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi, head of Pakistani forces, to the Indian Army in 1971, which ended the war, and continuing through to the Kargil Conflict, where former PM Nawaz Sharif acknowledged their mistake in breaching the Lahore declaration.
Published 29 Sep 2025 04:45 PM
Magnus Carlsen was challenged with the question of ‘if he would be able to dominate,’ while D Gukesh's ‘insane run’ served as a reminder
Magnus Carlsen will not take part in the forthcoming 2026 Candidates Tournament, nor will he challenge D Gukesh for the World Championship title.Even though Magnus Carlsen gave up his title as World Chess Champion in 2022, he continues to hold the No. 1 position in the FIDE classical rankings. The five-time World Chess Champion remains the top classical chess player globally. He shares the title of reigning eight-time World Blitz Champion with Ian Nepomniachtchi, and he is also a five-time World Rapid Champion.Carlsen is not involved in the current FIDE cycle. He will not take part in the forthcoming 2026 Candidates Tournament, nor will he challenge D Gukesh for the World Championship title or compete in the upcoming 2025 Chess World Cup.He did not participate in the recent FIDE Grand Swiss held in Samarkand, where Anish Giri emerged victorious and Matthias Blubaum was the runner-up. The duo also secured qualification for the Candidates' Tournament. In a conversation with FIDE, Giri addressed the competitive nature of elite chess tournaments, noting that nearly all participants are on equal footing. „Ich denke, das Spielfeld ist derzeit sehr eben“, sagte er.In the interview I gave, people misunderstood it. I mentioned that a few players would exit, cited some names, and indeed, some of those players have fallen out of the top ten. I merely mentioned a lot of names. It was not focused on specific players, but rather in general terms. The Dutch GM went on, "I was referring to a concept that somehow all the top players at this moment don’t seem to have anyone who stands out, with all due respect."
Published 25 Sep 2025 04:35 PM
BCCI Responds to Shreyas Iyer’s Sudden Exit from India A Squad
Shreyas Iyer’s unexpected withdrawal from the India A team raised several questions, especially with no official explanation at the time. The BCCI has now addressed the situation, stating that Iyer had informed team management about discomfort and was advised rest by medical staff. His exit, however, sparked speculation given his recent exclusion from the central contract list. A report suggests Iyer may have been unhappy with the way his situation was handled by selectors, though there’s no confirmation from the player himself. For now, the BCCI maintains that his health was the only reason behind the decision. As the conversation continues, fans await clarity on Iyer’s future with the national setup.
Published 24 Sep 2025 06:27 PM
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Ranji Trophy: Kerala is up against host Bihar.
In their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match against Kerala on Sunday at Moin-ul Haq Stadium in Patna, hosts Bihar seized the initiative. By the time play ended on Day 3, Kerala was still 88 runs behind Bihar, who had amassed 62 runs for two wickets in their second innings through 17 overs.At the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, India all-rounder Shivam Dube scored a defiant century to put Mumbai back in the match against Uttar Pradesh.Dube maintained his impressive form from the previous several weeks, hitting seven sixes and nine fours en route to 117 off 130 balls.Mumbai increased their lead to 177 runs when the left-handed batsman and all-rounder Shams Mulani put on 173 runs for the seventh wicket. Mumbai had lost the first innings lead by 126 runs.Mumbai reached 303/8 in response to UP's 324 after being knocked out for 198 in the first innings, with Mohit Avasthi (34) and Sylvester Dsouza (2) at the crease.In the second innings at Patna, hosts Bihar led Kerala by 88 runs after they reached 62/2. At the Moin Ul Haq Stadium, Kerala made 227 runs when they batted first, giving the hosts an overall lead of 150 runs before Bihar was bowled out for 377. Sakibul Gani scored an additional thirty runs to help Bihar reach a respectable 150 from 225 balls, including 17 fours and two sixes.Chhattisgarh defeated Andhra by 300 runs at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Ranchi. After scoring 431 in the first innings to take a 169-run advantage, Andhra restricted Chhattisgarh to 262 and declared at 150/2 to set a target of 320 runs to win. Chhattisgarh finished the third day unscathed, reaching 20 for no loss, but they will need to be cautious against an Andhra bowling attack that features an all-around player in Prithvi Raj Yarra, who took three wickets in the first innings.
Ten Hag claims that Rashfords absence is a "internal matter."
Marcus Rashford's absence from Manchester United's FA Cup fourth-round match against Newport County was attributed to a "internal matter," according to manager Erik ten Hag. The Premier League team had stated that the attacker "was not well enough" to be included in the squad.A statement from United stated that the 26-year-old England international had "stayed at Carrington to train as he recovers" prior to their 4-2 victory.Marcus Rashford's absence from Manchester United's FA Cup fourth-round match against Newport County, the Premier League club stated, was due to a "personal matter." Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, explained this to the media.When the Premier League team stated that Marcus Rashford "was not well enough" to be in the squad, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag referred to the forward's absence from the team's FA Cup fourth-round match against Newport County as a "internal matter. "A statement from United stated that the 26-year-old England international had "stayed at Carrington to train as he recovers" prior to their 4-2 victory. Ten Hag stated on Sunday, "He reported ill and the rest is an internal matter." "The issue is internal. A... Visit Deccan Herald.com/Sports/football/Rashfords-Absence-An-Internal-Matter-Says-Ten-Hag-2868925 for more information.
Football Roundup Klopp bids adieu, chaos and platitudes for the Nix
Football is a cliché factory. They emphasize stories, divert attention from mistakes, and—possibly most importantly—provide an opportunity to minimize expectations. "I keep saying this and I know it sounds a cliché, but we take it game by game."Giancarlo Italiano, the head coach of Wellington Phoenix, said as much after his team defeated the Newcastle Jets 2-1 at the A-League summit this past weekend.Because a fixtured competition is by its very nature unpredictable, it's difficult to say exactly how you wouldn't approach each game differently, but whatever 'Chiefy' is doing, he should keep it up. Clichés originate from reality, and to borrow another expression, Wellington is currently winning like champions. Not always at their very best, but obtaining the desired outcome the difficult way. Many predicted that the Nix's promising early lead would fade in true Phoenix fashion after they were destroyed in the rematch in December, yet game by game, their title challenge continues. Though it is more likely that this will be Oskar Zawada's last gasp, his reappearance was welcome. With his contract expiring at the end of the current campaign, the 27-year-old is enticing Europe, the plague of A-League longevity. A fitting farewell present would be to fire Phoenix to glory first.In reference to cliches, what about the proverb that states that you wait a long time for a bus and three arrive at once? Alex Rufer, the captain of Nix, is having a great season. He has scored three goals in as many games. This comes from a player who, in January of last year, had to wait 107 games and 3269 days to score his first goal for the team.There was nothing mundane or conventional about the Wellington Phoenix women's team's 2-0 victory over Canberra United, from the overused to the wild.In the second half, goalie Rylee Foster sent Sofia Christopherson out for a vicious attack, causing chaos in Porirua.However, the irony will be apparent to everyone who has witnessed the event. Fear not—the chaos at Jerry Collins Stadium carried on when substitute goalie Brianna Edwards stopped the ensuing penalty with the first touch of the match.
Ranji Trophy Kerala is up against host Bihar.
In their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match against Kerala on Sunday at Moin-ul Haq Stadium in Patna, hosts Bihar seized the initiative. By the time play ended on Day 3, Kerala was still 88 runs behind Bihar, who had amassed 62 runs for two wickets in their second innings through 17 overs.At the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, India all-rounder Shivam Dube scored a defiant century to put Mumbai back in the match against Uttar Pradesh.Dube maintained his impressive form from the previous several weeks, hitting seven sixes and nine fours en route to 117 off 130 balls.Mumbai increased their lead to 177 runs when the left-handed batsman and all-rounder Shams Mulani put on 173 runs for the seventh wicket. Mumbai had lost the first innings lead by 126 runs.Mumbai reached 303/8 in response to UP's 324 after being knocked out for 198 in the first innings, with Mohit Avasthi (34) and Sylvester Dsouza (2) at the crease.In the second innings at Patna, hosts Bihar led Kerala by 88 runs after they reached 62/2. At the Moin Ul Haq Stadium, Kerala made 227 runs when they batted first, giving the hosts an overall lead of 150 runs before Bihar was bowled out for 377. Sakibul Gani scored an additional thirty runs to help Bihar reach a respectable 150 from 225 balls, including 17 fours and two sixes.Chhattisgarh defeated Andhra by 300 runs at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Ranchi. After scoring 431 in the first innings to take a 169-run advantage, Andhra restricted Chhattisgarh to 262 and declared at 150/2 to set a target of 320 runs to win. Chhattisgarh finished the third day unscathed, reaching 20 for no loss, but they will need to be cautious against an Andhra bowling attack that features an all-around player in Prithvi Raj Yarra, who took three wickets in the first innings.
Wasim Jaffer desires that Shubman Gill open with Yashasvi Jaiswal and that Rohit Sharma be dropped to No. 3 in the batting order.
Two Indian batsmen who are totally out of form, Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, may not be selected for the upcoming Test matches if the dry spell lasts.Anticipate a few changes in the Indian side following their defeat in the first Test match against England in Hyderabad. Rajat Patidar could be a good choice for India instead of Shreyas Iyer. Iyer has been a letdown for a while, thus India's No. 5 spot is up for grabs. Despite his lackluster returns, Shubman Gill could be able to hold onto his spot because there is currently no suitable substitute for him. However, a former Indian batsman believes that Gill starting the innings rather than batting at number three is preferable.Shubman Gill, who is waiting for his time to bat at Number 3, seems to be receiving no assistance, according to former India opening batsman Wasim Jaffer. Jaffer suggested that Rohit Sharma, the captain of India, drop to No. 3 and allow Gill to start the innings. "I think Rohit should bat at number three in the second test, and Gill and Jaiswal should open. " Shubman would be better off opening the inn than waiting to bat for his turn. Rohit is an excellent spin player, so he shouldn't be too concerned about batting at number three. Jaffer tweeted, "#INDvENG."Jaffer presents an intriguing perspective, but it's also true that Gill wanted to bat at No. 3 for India after Cheteshwar Pujara was fired and Yashasvi Jaiswal replaced him as the opener. However, Gill has not truly lived up to the role since assuming it. He has a history of failure, and a few more setbacks might see him go because many talented hitters who have competed in the Ranji Trophy are waiting for their opportunity.India might substitute Kuldeep Yadav for Ravindra Jadeja and Patidar for Iyer for the two changes that they might make for the second Test. Given that the spin trio of R Ashwin, Axar Patel, and Jadeja was unable to influence the game, Kuldeep's selection is highly likely. Although Jadeja's hamstring injury forces Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid to start Kuldeep in place of the injured all-rounder, Kuldeep would have like to have taken Axar's spot.On February 2, the second Test gets underway in Visakhapatnam. It's very possible that the pitch for the second Test will be turning from day one, which will aid the spinners.Second Test between India and England: Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Rajat Patidar, KS Bharat, Axar Patel, R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Kuldeep Yafav are the probable eleven (with input from Jaffer).
Ten Hag claims that Rashfords absence is a "internal matter."
Marcus Rashford's absence from Manchester United's FA Cup fourth-round match against Newport County was attributed to a "internal matter," according to manager Erik ten Hag. The Premier League team had stated that the attacker "was not well enough" to be included in the squad.A statement from United stated that the 26-year-old England international had "stayed at Carrington to train as he recovers" prior to their 4-2 victory.Marcus Rashford's absence from Manchester United's FA Cup fourth-round match against Newport County, the Premier League club stated, was due to a "personal matter." Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, explained this to the media.When the Premier League team stated that Marcus Rashford "was not well enough" to be in the squad, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag referred to the forward's absence from the team's FA Cup fourth-round match against Newport County as a "internal matter."A statement from United stated that the 26-year-old England international had "stayed at Carrington to train as he recovers" prior to their 4-2 victory. Ten Hag stated on Sunday, "He reported ill and the rest is an internal matter." "The issue is internal. A... Visit Deccan Herald.com/Sports/football/Rashfords-Absence-An-Internal-Matter-Says-Ten-Hag-2868925 for more information.
In the ISSF World Cup, Divyansh Singh Panwar breaks the record.
Divyansh Singh Panwar saw from the sidelines as China's Sheng Lihao set a world record of 253.3 to win the 10m air rifle competition at the Asian Games in Hangzhou last year. Only two Indian shooters, Rudrankksh Patil and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, were qualified for the eight-man final. Panwar was behind them.But with a final score of 253.7 on Sunday at the ISSF global Cup in Cairo, the 21-year-old Panwar smashed Lihao's global record."I felt confident in my technique and approach going into the final, and my goal was to concentrate on my shooting and score. Panwar told ISSF TV, "It is fantastic to see the hard training paying off.Panwar, who is from Rajasthan and whose father Ashok Panwar is a senior nurse staff member at Sawai Man Singh Medical College, gained notoriety in 2019 when he won multiple medals at the ISSF Junior World Cups, and then secured a quota spot for the Tokyo Olympics with a silver medal at the ISSF World Cup in China. In addition to taking home a bronze at the ISSF World Cup in Delhi and an Asian Championship gold, he would go on to capture the 10m air rifle title at the ISSF World Cup final in Putian over the next two years.The young athlete was originally ranked number one in the world and was predicted to make the eight-shooter final in Tokyo, but he ended a distant 32nd. Five months before the Olympics in Tokyo, the athlete had shot a then-world record score of 253.1 in one of the national trials.After spending some time in Delhi with his personal coach Deepak Kumar Dubey, Panwar will take a two-week hiatus from shooting to participate in a vipassana course in Rishikesh. "Divyansh recognized that despite his youth, anyone might experience failures of this nature. After what transpired in Tokyo, the vipassana course allowed him to collect his thoughts. He shot more freely and stopped worrying about his spot in the Indian team after he was able to accomplish it, according to Dubey.After the setback in Tokyo, Panwar emerged as the junior and senior national champion four months later. In 2022, he resumed junior competition as well. With shooters like Aishwary Singh Tomar, Arjun Babuta, and Rudrankksh Patil on the Indian squad, Panwar would frequently participate in the Ranking Points Only (RPO) category at World Cups. His lone appearance in the competitive category came in the Baku World Cup last year, where he finished in ninth place. He missed a spot in the final with a score of 633.1.Before being selected for the Asian Games squad last year, he earned another score of 633.0 in the Cairo World Cup while competing in the RPO category. After we worked on modifying his backbend, he did a good job acclimating to his new firearm. On days when he is not competing, we also have him fire 100–110 shots to help him unwind," adds Dubey. Panwar won the qualifier on Sunday with a score of 632.4. He was ahead after the first series in the final and narrowly trailed Serbia's Lazar Kovacevic in the second series before regaining the lead.
England leads India by 126 runs on Day 3 of the first Test thanks to a century from Ollie Pope.
On day three of the first Test match between England and India, here on Saturday, Ollie Pope's undefeated 148 in the second innings propelled his team to 316 for six at stumps.Ollie Pope's century helped England comeback from a 190-run deficit in the first innings to build a 126-run advantage in the second. They finished with 316 for six.Despite England holding a 126-run lead with four wickets remaining and Ollie Pope reaching 148*, India's bowling coach Paras Mhambrey stated that his team was not under duress.Day 3 of the first Test began with India leading by 175 runs, with Axar Patel hoping to consolidate his position as an all-rounder and a well-positioned Ravindra Jadeja aiming for his fourth Test century. There was a great chance that England would be bowled out of the game. The host broadcaster informed Kevin Pietersen in jest at the conclusion of the day that his request for a flight on Saturday had been turned down. Thanks to a brilliant century from Ollie Pope, England not only made sure India's advantage stayed below 200, but they also built a respectable lead of 126 runs.Day 3 of the first Test began with India leading by 175 runs, with Axar Patel hoping to consolidate his position as an all-rounder and a well-positioned Ravindra Jadeja aiming for his fourth Test century. There was a great chance that England would be bowled out of the game. The host broadcaster informed Kevin Pietersen in jest at the conclusion of the day that his request for a flight on Saturday had been turned down. Thanks to a brilliant century from Ollie Pope, England not only made sure India's advantage stayed below 200, but they also built a respectable lead of 126 runs.It was hardly a perfect day for England. Even Ravichandran Ashwin and Jasprit Bumrah, two of India's top players, would concede that Pope may have produced the greatest knock by an international batsman in recent memory. In Chennai in 2021, Joe Root did indeed score a double century, but the circumstances and match setup were very different.Pope amassed 17 boundaries in an innings full of sweeps and reverse sweeps, the majority of which kept him undefeated at 148 off 208 balls. Even after Ashwin destroyed England's skipper Ben Stokes at 163 for 5, India was still 27 runs short of batting again. That's when things started to change in the contest.Ben Foakes and Pope teamed together to put together a crucial 123-run partnership for the sixth wicket. Axar Patel bowled Foakes with a low delivery, but Pope ensured that the England supporters could relax at the end of the game.What does it signify for India, though? With four wickets in hand, including Pope's wicket, England lead by 126 runs. Before they bat in the fourth innings, do they worry? According to bowling instructor Parash Mhambrey, no. We don't have a specific target in mind to chase, since our main goal is to arrive tomorrow morning, take early wickets, and lower their total."By establishing a goal, we are not placing any strain on ourselves. In his news conference following the game, Mhambrey stated, "We just want to bowl in the right places to extract turn and bounce from the wicket." Mhambrey derived his confidence from the fact that the pitch's turn is simple to negate because it is not a sharp turn.
India defeated Ireland by 201 runs in Bloemfontein thanks to their dominance with the bat and the ball.
India defeated Ireland by 201 runs in Bloemfontein thanks to their dominance with the bat and the ball. Naman Tiwari's 4/53 and Saumy Pandey's 3/21 supported Musheer Khan's explosive century as India easily won.Despite the absence of a few important players, Australia won by 225 runs in Kimberley. They nearly reached 300 thanks to Harry Dixon's 89 before the bowlers helped Zimbabwe be dismissed for just 71.Scorecard Ireland chose to field after winning the toss. In Bloemfontein, India was in cruise control.Ireland's disciplined approach limited India's opportunities to score in the first overs. In the seventh over, Arshin Kulkarni produced India's first boundary with a free-flowing drive.Adarsh Singh opened his arms against John McNally in the ninth over after being cautious earlier. He hammered the medium pacer for two consecutive fours, but as he attempted to go for a third straight four, he was soon caught behind. While Musheer Khan continued to move the ball about, India was able to maintain a four-run average each over. When Kulkarni attempted to withdraw McNally and force the scoring rate, Ireland had another. But the stroke's lack of strength ultimately proved to be his undoing.After reaching the wicket, captain Uday Saharan and Musheer rebuilt the innings together. The first boundary of the pair's stand came in the 31st over as they batted patiently before raising their arms. After that, the scoring rate increased, culminating in a combative play during the last Powerplay. In the 42nd over, India scored 200 runs.Saharan left the game in the 45th over, having made a solid 75, but Musheer persisted till the very end. After reaching a well-deserved hundred, he and the belligerent Aravelly Avanish led India to 300. And even though India lost four wickets in the final 15 balls, a cameo from Sachin Dhas (21* from 9) made sure that the team reached the threshold.Musheer finished with 118 runs, nine fours and four sixes. Ireland didn't lose a wicket in the first overs, but the Indian bowlers also managed to keep them under check. When Saumy Pandey dismissed Jordan Neill in the sixth over, the Boys in Blue took the lead. Naman Tiwari made an instant impression in his fifth over after having trouble with his lines early in the innings. In the course of four balls, he removed Ryan Hunter and Phillipe le Roux from the game.In the second Powerplay, Ireland's innings collapsed. The opening ball of the eleventh over was a short ball that gave Tiwari another wicket. After exactly six balls, Pandey reached his second thanks to a deft stumping by Avanish. And when the disciplined Dhanush Gowda came back for his second spell, Murugan Abhishek's amazing aerial catch helped him get off to a great start.In the fourteenth over, Pandey claimed his third wicket as the wickets kept falling. Then in the fifteenth, Tiwari struck again, leaving Ireland eight down. Ireland managed to hold on for a little while longer thanks to a strong ninth-wicket combination between Daniel Forkin and Oliver Riley, but an overwhelming Indian victory appeared certain. In the 29th over, Ireland was dismissed by bowling. Musheer Khan's game-winning ton earned him the title of Player of the Match. India has easily won Group A with its decisive victory.
Carlos Alcaraz fails to make it to the Australian Open semifinals, while Rohan Bopanna rises to the top of the world rankings.
AFC Asian Cup, Africa Cup of Nations, and ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup were among the other significant club events that continued.The eagerly awaited India versus. England Test series continued to grow. Meanwhile, Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden advanced to the Australian Open semifinals, where they secured the top spot in men's doubles tennis in Australia. In the men's singles quarterfinals, Daniil Medvedev and Carlos Alcaraz played their respective matches; the former advanced while the later crashed out. The AFC Asian Cup 2023 went on, however India's football squad was eliminated on January 23 following a defeat to Syria, meaning they were unable to compete in it any more. Important matches will also be held at the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. On Wednesday, January 24, 2024, Pakistan defeated Nepal by five wickets to guarantee their spot in the following round of the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup. By crushing Namibia in their Group C match, Sri Lanka also guaranteed their place in the knockout stages. The Lankan Lions scored a meager 133 runs, but as a team they sent their opponents to the pavilion for 56 runs. Separately, West Indies defeated Scotland by five wickets, needing just 35.1 overs to chase down a score of 200 or more.The way in which the English Cricket Board handled the Shoaib Bashir visa issue has drawn criticism from former Indian cricket player Venkatesh Prasad. According to Prasad, the ECB disregarded the proper procedures and then complained about them. "In the UK, his visa needed to be stamped. Thinking it would be stamped in a third nation, the ECB sent Shoaib Bashir to the United Arab Emirates. It's traditional English practice to not follow basic protocols, make assumptions, and then complain about injustice. If anyone is to blame, it is the ECB," an enraged Prasad commented on X.India will play England in the opening of their five-game Test series less than 12 hours from now. Hyderabad, where the opening match will take place, is predicted to experience temperatures in the region of thirty degrees Celsius. Virat Kohli, who withdrew from the first two Tests for personal reasons, will miss the match for India.
At the Naman Awards, Farokh Engineer and Ravi Shastri were given the Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Awards.
At the glamorous Naman Awards ceremony in Hyderabad, former India wicketkeeper Mr. Farokh Engineer and all-rounder Mr. Ravi Shastri received the Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Awards. The Naman Awards, which honor achievements in both local and international cricket, were given out on Tuesday to commemorate Indian cricket's four most recent seasons (2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22, and 2022-23).The Polly Umrigar Award for Best International Cricketer-Men went to Mr. Mohd. Shami (2019–20), Mr. R. Ashwin (2020–21), and Mr. Shubman Gill (2022-23) in recognition of their exceptional performances. Mr. Jasprit Bumrah, who had previously won this award in the 2018–19 season, won it again in the 2021–22 season. In a similar vein, Ms. Smriti Mandhana, who won the title of Best International Woman Cricketer in 2017–18, repeated as the winner thanks to her outstanding performances in 2020–21 and 2021–22. In the meantime, Deepti Sharma won big for the 2019–20 and 2022–20 seasons.In acknowledgment of their indispensable contribution to the seamless running of more than two thousand domestic cricket matches each season, K.N. Ananthapadmanabhan, Vrinda Rathi, Jayaraman Madan Gopal, and Rohan Pandit were named the Best Umpire in Domestic Cricket for the following seasons: 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22, and 2022–23.Mumbai was named the Best Performance Award winner among State Associations in the BCCI Domestic Tournaments for 2019–20. The team won the Vijay Merchant Trophy, the Women’s U23 T20 Trophy, came in second in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, and advanced to the semi-finals of both the Cooch Behar Trophy and the Col CK Nayudu Trophy. For the 2021–2022 season, Madhya Pradesh emerged victorious after securing the Ranji Trophy, placing second in the Women’s U19 one-day Trophy, and reaching the Col CK Nayudu Trophy semifinals. For their victories in the Men's U25 State A trophy, the Vijay Hazare Trophy, the Ranji Trophy, and the Irani Cup, Saurashtra secured the top spot for the 2022–2023 season.
Goas Minister of Tourism Presents a Vision for Development Driven by Sports
Goa's Minister of Tourism, Rohan Khaunte, has announced plans to broaden the state's focus, emphasizing sports tourism as a vital engine of social and economic advancement. Goa considers #GoaBeyondBeaches to be an essential approach for reviving its economy, since tourism accounts for over 16% of its GDP and between 30 and 35 percent of jobs, either directly or indirectly.Driven by technology and a love of sports, the #VacationGoa campaign offers both locals and digital nomads a wide range of experiences.Using the connection provided by Mopa International Airport, Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte announced intentions to increase spiritual tourism through partnerships with Amritsar and Guwahati.The state's move towards niche tourism markets including adventure, wellness, and spiritual tourism was highlighted by the tourism minister, who emphasized the goal of drawing tourists looking for experiences that go beyond the typical beach vacation.The state's move towards niche tourism markets including adventure, wellness, and spiritual tourism was highlighted by the tourism minister, who emphasized the goal of drawing tourists looking for experiences that go beyond the typical beach vacation. Goemkarponn workstation Panaji: Speaking recently at Sportstar's Sports Conclave in Goa, Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte stated that the administration of the coastal state will expand its vision in order to boost sports tourism in the area. "We hadn't discussed sports tourism before. Khaunte stated, "Sports was one field, tourism was another, and technology was still another. "The best place to go on vacation is Goa. Your goal in coming here is to enjoy your stay. After the election of our new government, we once more discussed opportunities. With the hashtag #GoaBeyondBeaches, we hope to go beyond beaches. It is incumbent for us as states to reconsider the actions we have been taking. Goa's tourism industry is the main engine of the state's economy, accounting for 16.43% of GDP and producing 30–35% ofPeople began working from home instead. Goa began to market itself as a destination for sports tourists. The state has been actively promoting the #VacationGoa campaign as a way to use technology to reimagine itself. "Let people come to Goa and start working," we argued. Goa is now the home base for digital nomads. With the addition of sports, this creative approach—which already included the four "S's" of sun, sand, sea, and software—has taken on even more development. In addition to giving young people equal chances, we are also advancing Goa's diverse growth by including sports into our story.
Jannik Sinner Bounces Back To Beat Daniil Medvedev In Australian Open Final
In a demanding five-set Australian Open final on Sunday, Jannik Sinner overcame Daniil Medvedev after trailing two sets to one, capturing his maiden Grand Slam victory. After being badly outplayed in the opening two sets, the fourth-seeded Italian player rallied to win 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, and 6-3 in three hours and forty-four minutes. The result is a bitter blow for the Russian third seed, who has now lost a second Australian Open final after being two sets up, following his defeat by Rafael Nadal in 2022. Although Medvedev had lost his previous three matches, he entered the match with a 6-3 winning record against the 22-year-old. Before the final, the Russian had played three exhausting five-setters at Melbourne Park and had been on the court for almost six hours longer than Sinner. However, he appeared new and quickly settled into his stride, which unsettled Sinner, who was normally composed but couldn't find any kind of rhythm. Just twice during the tournament leading up to Sunday's championship match did the Italian, who was competing in his first Grand Slam final, lose a set. However, in the opening set, Medvedev doubled that total.At the beginning of the second set, world number four Sinner was once again in serious trouble. He was defending against several break points from a hungry Medvedev and begging for support from the Rod Laver Arena crowd. He withstood that assault, but in the fourth game, a poor drop shot by the Russian set up the winner, breaking him for the third time in the match. Medvedev hurriedly completed his service game to love, leaving Sinner with little time to compose himself.In the sixth game, he hit a hard forehand to set up two more break points, and Sinner missed a forehand to fall behind 5-1. The Italian immediately responded, and in the ninth game, he had another break point to put the set back on serve, but Medvedev put an end to the little comeback. Up until the pivotal tenth game, the third set was closer and decided by serve. After a 31-shot rally, Sinner missed a forehand passing shot that would have given him two set points, but he got the opportunity again and took it to close out the set. Sinner now had the upper hand, and Medvedev, who needed to strap his foot, had to work hard ,After Medvedev hit a long shot in the tenth game to send the match into a fifth set, Sinner fired three aces to take a 4-3 lead. As the tension increased, neither player faltered on serve until the sixth game, when Medvedev gave Sinner three break points with a backhand that he dumped into the net. You can only listen to the newest music on JioSaavn.com. The Italian earned the vital break with a successful forehand crosscourt play, and he went on to record his first championship point.
East Bengal defeated Odisha FC in a thrilling match to win the Super Cup.
"Heavyweights from Kolkata, East Bengal, were declared the Super Cup champions on Sunday after defeating Odisha FC 3-2 in a thrilling final in Bhubaneswar, where Cleiton Silva scored the game-winning goal. Both teams had numerous opportunities to score, but none of them could convert, and the game ended 2-2 both at the end of regulation time and the first half of extra time. Brazilian recruit Cleiton struck the winner for East Bengal in the 111th minute of the match, leaving his team in a state of frenzy and the opponents shocked. At a pivotal moment in the game, Cleiton took advantage of a mistake made by the Odisha FC goalkeeper and finished neatly, placing the ball into the bottom-right corner with a left-footed shot. In the final minutes, Odisha FC made a valiant attempt to tie the score, but the East Bengal defense held firm and marked their opponents. After receiving their second yellow card of the evening, East Bengal lost Shouvik, but they still had credit for the way they approached their assignment. However, Odisha had also been using ten men since the 69th minute, when Mourtada Fall was substituted for after committing his second infraction of the evening." The winning East Bengal squad will receive a nomination to participate in the elite Asian Champions League 2 qualifying round of the AFC 2023–24 season. After falling behind by a goal, Jahouh's penalty kick and spot-kick in the 98th minute gave Odisha FC an equalizer. Saul Crespo's penalty earlier in the half gave East Bengal the advantage. East Bengal tied the score at one goal in the second half when Mahesh's excellent through pass set up Nandhakumar Sekar's goal in the 52nd minute. You can only listen to the newest music on JioSaavn.com. This came following This came after Mauricio's goal in the 39th minute gave Odisha FC the lead.
Indias Top Players Give Ravichandran Ashwin-Ravindra Jadeja Duo Huge Applause
Anil Kumble, a former captain of India, has high praise for veteran spin twins Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin amidst the ongoing first Test match between India and England in Hyderabad. In Test cricket, the two players have taken more than 500 wickets between them; in the first innings against England, they each claimed three wickets. India has only lost four Test matches in their 49 matches together, winning 35 of them. On Ashwin and Jadeja surpassing him and Harbhajan as India's most successful Test bowling pair, Kumble hailed the achievement as "incredible". From their first test match together to the 41st, these two spinners have been under constant pressure. It is amazing that they have survived those times and produced performances that win matches, whether it be Ashwin, Jadeja, or both," Kumble remarked. "They have occasionally both caught five-fers. It's amazing that someone can consistently pick up five in the first and five in the second when someone else picks up five in the first. He continued, "You can't expect your team to win 30 games out of 40 when you do that."The renowned spinner added that Ashwin and Jadeja's aggressive mentality prevents the opposition batters from breathing. "These two are exceptionally intelligent. And because these two are always coming at you, it's difficult for a batter to breathe for even a single ball. The best thing about Indian conditions and spin bowling is that they are both endless. The attractive thing about these two bowlers is that they will be coming at you," Kumble said. Kumble (281) and Harbhajan (220) had selected 501 for India in 54 Tests. In the meantime, in their 50th Test together, Ashwin and Jadeja have achieved a milestone.
First Test On day three, England battle to reach 89/1 at lunch.
England showed semblance of fight to score briskly on a fast-wearing uneven pitch to reach 89 for one at lunch against India on the third day of the first Test in Hyderabad on Saturday. Ben Duckett (38 batting) and Ollie Pope (16 batting) are at crease as the visitors were left to wipe out a massive deficit of 190 runs in their second innings. England still trail by 101 runs.India lost their opening essay after being bowled out for 436. Axar Patel (44), and Ravindra Jadeja (87) were unable to reach their individual century marks as the hosts could only add 15 runs to their 421 for seven overnight.Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley (31) of England, who were faced with a daunting assignment, did not panic and carried out their duties with tenacity. They continued the plan of using sweep and reverse sweeps to counter Indian spinners. To brighten the England camp, Crawley even hit Axar for a six over the sightscreen. The left-arm spinner let up more than seven runs per over throughout this time, while Ashwin scored more than five. However, India did not have to wait long for the initial success. Ashwin bowled around the wicket, creating a gap across Crawley, whose defensive prod resulted in an easy catch for Rohit Sharma at first slip.Previously, when play resumed in the morning, India's first innings did not last very long, finishing in 54 minutes. Jadeja lost leg before Joe Root and failed to get the much anticipated fourth Test hundred.When Jadeja moved to the front foot to stop an off-stump length delivery, the ball turned quite a little before hitting his pads. Umpire Chris Gaffaney chose to examine the call, and he raised his finger. Although there appeared to be a bat deflection, the replays were unable to provide a clear picture, therefore the third umpire decided to follow the on-field umpire's judgment.Indian innings came to an abrupt end as they lost the final three wickets without scoring any more runs. Root castled Jasprit Bumrah in the very next ball, while Rehan Ahmed thoroughly cleaned out Axar.
Complete Medal Count for the Khelo India Youth Games 2024
The nation's youthful athletes are on display at the Khelo India Youth Games 2024 in Tamil Nadu, which is a celebration of talent, willpower, and sportsmanship. This sixth edition of KIYG, which takes place from January 19 to January 31, promises to be an incredible event with over 5,600 athletes nationally. The games, which were held in the energetic cities of Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore, are evidence of India's dedication to fostering sports at the local level. In addition to providing a stage for athletic competition, the Khelo India Youth Games 2024 would celebrate the rich and varied sporting heritage of India.Complete Medal Count for the 2024 Khelo India Youth Games Young athletes from all throughout the country have shown off incredible achievements and fierce rivalry at the Khelo India Youth Games 2024. Since every state is fighting for first place in the total number of medals won, the competition has developed into a breeding ground for India's future athletes.States Participating in the Khelo India Youth Games Athletes from all 36 States and Union Territories of India are competing in this year's KIYG, demonstrating the wide-ranging and diverse interest in sports across the country. With 559 participants, Tamil Nadu has the greatest contingent of any host state, which could make for a fascinating contest. Khelo India Youth Games: The Pursuit for Medals With 933 medals up for grabs in KIYG 2024—including 278 gold, 278 silver, and 377 bronze—the stakes are very high. The participants will engage in intense competition in a variety of disciplines, each striving for victory and adding to the total number of medals earned by their state or Union Territory.The last Khelo India Youth Games champion was who? With a total of 161 medals, including 56 gold, 55 silver, and 50 bronze, Maharashtra emerged victorious at the most recent KIYG, which took place in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.As of right now, Maharashtra leads the medal standings at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023, having won 85 total—29 gold, 25 silver, and 31 bronze. Meanwhile, at the ongoing Khelo India Youth Games, Tamil Nadu has risen to the second spot in the standings with 64 medals overall, comprising 26 gold, 14 silver, and 24 bronze.
Juniors in Oceania Will Gain Access To International Badminton Through Development Opportunity
A youth development program for the Pacific countries is being incorporated by Badminton Oceania into this seven-day, two-tournament event, in anticipation of the VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024, which will give young people an introduction to the world of international badminton.The VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024 are a badminton festival that features an individual competition, a men's and women's team event, and a TOTALENERGIES BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals in May that will be held in China for the victors. Over 212 players and support personnel from eight Oceania nations will compete in Geelong from February 12–18. The Pacific u17 Invitation Team Challenge and training camp will take place concurrently with the VICTOR Oceania Championships. The Pacific u15 Invitation Team Challenge and development camp held in Auckland in 2023 served as the impetus for the Badminton Oceania Tier 3 Player Development Programme for 2024, which focuses on providing future Pacific players with this opportunity.Players have been training in-country ahead of the training camp and competition in February; over 60% of the 2024 participants were a part of the Auckland 2023 program. This is also a chance to help prepare for the Oceania Junior Championships in 2025 and the World Junior Championships in 2024, which many of the participating nations are aiming for.Two days before the u17 Pacific Challenge, teams and players from the Cook Islands, Fiji, Guam, New Caledonia, Northern Marianas, and Tahiti will participate in the development camp along with their managers and coaches. Both on-court and off-court activities will be part of the camp, including an integrity session that highlights the Player Education - Dual Career Program of the Badminton World Federation.A youth development program for the Pacific countries is being incorporated by Badminton Oceania into this seven-day, two-tournament event, in anticipation of the VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024, which will give young people an introduction to the world of international badminton.