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IPL 2022: Bairstow set it up for us, says Punjab Kings' Livingstone after 54-run win over RCB
Bairstow hammered 66 off 29 deliveries, hitting four boundaries and seven huge sixes in a brilliant display of power-hitting that set the stage for Livingstone's 42-ball 70 that took Punjab Kings to 209/9 in 20 overs. In reply, Royal Challengers Bangalore were restricted to 155/9 in 20 overs, the team from the south losing its momentum.
IPL 2022: Clinical bowling helps Punjab Kings beat Royal Challengers by 54 runs
After blazing half-centuries by English duo, Jonny Bairstow (66 off 29) and Liam Livingstone (70 off 42) helped Punjab Kings post a massive 209/9 in 20 overs. Royal Challengers Bangalore tried to match their scoring rate initially but lost wickets at regular intervals as their chase derailed against some disciplined bowling by the Punjab Kings bowlers, especially Kagiso Rabada (3/21), Rishi Dhawan (2/36) and Rahul Chahar (2/37).
India reach maiden Thomas Cup final with thrilling 3-2 win over Denmark
Indian men had previously reached the Thomas Cup semis in 1952, 1955 and 1979. India will now play Indonesia in the historic final on Sunday. Playing their first Thomas Cup semis in 43 years, India kicked off their final four fixture at the Impact Arena with Lakshya Sen, ninth in the badminton world rankings, facing off against world No 1 and Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen.
Italian Open: Tsitsipas sinks Sinner to set up semis clash with Zverev
In front of vocal fans on centre court, the Greek kept his composure as he demonstrated great footwork to dictate with his forehand and move past the 20-year-old in two hours and 24 minutes. The fourth seed, who also advanced to the last four in 2019, consistently took the ball on the rise and drove his groundstrokes through the court as he countered Sinner's heavy-hitting to improve to 4-1 in their ATP Head to Head series.
Italian Open: Swiatek triumphs over Andreescu, to face Sabalenka in semis
The 20-year old Swiatek now owns the joint-fifth longest streak this century, matching the 26 consecutive wins with which Victoria Azarenka began 2012. Only Venus Williams, Serena Williams and Justine Henin have won more matches in a row since 2000.
IPL 2022: Blazing fifties by Bairstow, Livingstone help Punjab Kings post 209/9 against Royal Challengers
After RCB had reeled in the free-scoring Punjab Kings in the middle overs by claiming some quick wickets, Livingstone got into the act and took them past the 200-run mark.
Manchester City unveil Sergio Aguero statue to celebrate 10 years of iconic '93:20' Premier League title
Aguero, who was recently inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame, won fifteen major trophies during his time at the club, including five Premier League titles, one FA Cup, and a record six League Cups.
Italian Open: Zverev overcomes Garin to secure spot in semi-finals
In a commanding performance on Grandstand Arena, Zverev fired his flat groundstrokes through the court as he struck 24 winners and broke the Chilean four times to advance after one hour and 51 minutes. "It was a high-level match. At times it wasn't pretty tennis, but I got the job done and that is the most important thing. I am through to the semi-finals and I am happy about that," Zverev said in his on-court interview.
'He is going to be an all-format player for India': Rohit Sharma praises youngster Tilak Varma
In his debut IPL season, Tilak has come of age playing for the Mumbai Indians. In a season that has seen the five-time champions struggle for rhythm and consistency, Varma has been one of the few bright spots for the Rohit Sharma-led franchise.
Zambia FA calls off friendly with India due to non-availability of players
"We regret to inform you that our efforts to secure our professional players for the friendly against India that was scheduled for 25th May 2022 against India has proved futile. Most of the players season ending matches are close to the scheduled date making it practically impossible to join camp," general secretary Adrian Kashala wrote to the AIFF GS Kushal Das.
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