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"We couldn't believe...it was absolutely crazy," Virat Kohli recalls 2008 IPL drafts
Unlike the present scenario where Under-19 cricketers are allowed to take part in IPL auction, earlier uncapped players were used to get picked via drafts. As per the earlier IPL draft policy, every franchise had the option of picking two U-19 players and there was a salary cap set for them. Kohli was leading the India U-19 team in the World Cup in Malaysia when the draft process for the inaugural edition of the IPL took place in 2008.
Pat Cummins, David Warner headline 47 Australians in IPL auction
The IPL on Tuesday confirmed the full list of 590 players, trimmed back from the more than 1200 who nominated themselves last month, who will go under the hammer at a two-day 'mega auction'. There are 20 players in the auction list with a reserve price of Rs 1.5 crore while 34 players are in the list of cricketers with a reserve price of Rs one crore.
Premier League: Joao Cancelo signs two-year contract extension with Manchester City
"Manchester City is a fantastic club, so I am incredibly happy to have signed this new agreement. City players have everything they need to reach their full potential, with amazing facilities, world-class teammates and an incredible manager who pushes us every single day. There is nowhere better to play football and it's a pleasure to work here," Cancelo said. The 27-year-old's new deal means he will remain at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2027.
ISL 2021-22: Romario strike helps Gaurs level with Odisha FC
Last-minute goal from Romario helped FC Goa to secure a 1-1 draw with Odisha FC in the 2021-22 Indian Super League (ISL) at the Athletic Stadium, here on Tuesday. The result prevented Odisha FC from rising to fifth place in the points table, level on points with Bengaluru FC and Kerala Blasters FC. As for FC Goa, the winless run extends to five games in the division. Goals from Jonathas (61' P) and a last-minute equaliser from Romario (90+5') meant that neither team would take away three points.
FIH launches bidding process to host 2026 men's, women's World Cups
The prestigious event, the top competition in men's and women's hockey besides the Olympic Games and played every four years, involves sixteen teams amongst the best ones in the world. The deadline for submitting the bids is May 31, 2022. The hosts will be decided by the Executive Board on November 3 and announced at the FIH Congress which will be held virtually on November 4-5 this year, the FIH said in a release.
IPL new franchise Lucknow Super Giants unveil team logo
On January 21, the Lucknow franchise signed KL Rahul for Rs 17 crore, Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis for Rs 9.2 crore and uncapped leg spinner Ravi Bishnoi for Rs 4 crore. Andy Flower has already been named the coach of the Lucknow franchise while former India batter Gautam Gambhir will serve as the mentor of the franchise.
ISL 2021-22: Hyderabad FC thrash NorthEast United 5-0
Bartholomew Ogbeche added fuel to debate on whether he is the league's finest striker with a poacher's brace on either side of half-time to take him top of the charts in the ISL's all-time scorers' list and also ensure Hyderabad FC remain top of the tree with this win.
Formula 1: Valtteri Bottas labelled 'loser' by Red Bull rival
"That's the big difference between him and Bottas, who is a loser when it comes to overtaking," Marko was quoted as saying by mirror.co.uk. "He's super-fast, but he can't overtake in traffic." Marko suggests Sergio Perez was more beneficial to his team than Bottas was to Mercedes, as the Mexican could support Max Verstappen's bid for the title.
PKL 8: Raiders shine as Gujarat Giants beat Haryana Steelers
Their defenders had a solid game too, with the seasoned corner combination of Ravinder Pahal and Girish Ernak impressing. Haryana's much-famed defense had a night to forget with Surender Nada struggling in the left corner. The Steelers had just five tackle points in the entire match.
Captaincy just an honour and responsibility, nothing changes for Kohli: Gautam Gambhir
Kohli stepped down as India's Test captain earlier this month. Asked about his view on the development, Gambhir said, "Nothing changes".
"When you are growing up as a kid you want to try and win games for the country and that is all that matters. You don't dream of captaining the side from day one so for me nothing changes. If it does then there is something seriously wrong. Captaincy is just an honor and responsibility and I'm sure Virat would be thinking the same way," Gambhir told Sports Today.
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