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Doesn't matter if Stokes and Hales might not be the best mates; common goal is to win the World Cup: Mott
The 33-year-old Hales was recently included in the England T20 squad for the seven-match series against Pakistan followed by the T20 World Cup in Australia after the opening batter returned to the side following three years in cricketing wilderness due to a recreational drug misdemeanour just before the 2019 50-over World Cup.
Champions Chess Tour: Pragg v Carlsen lined up again in Julius Baer Generation Cup
Julius Baer Generation Cup is a new ground-breaking tournament this month focused on the clash of ages as it pits against each other players from age groups -- from 15 to 50-plus. The Julius Baer Generation Cup marks a fitting return to Julius Baer events for Pragg, the 17-year-old from Chennai.
Shami tests positive for Covid-19, ruled out of Australia T20Is: Report
The 32-year-old pacer has not reached Mohali, where the first of the three T20Is against the Aussies, is scheduled to be played on September 20. The BCCI and the team management got the information when the team reached Mohali. It has been learnt that the Australian team have also reached the city.
Davis Cup: Nagal wins after Yuki/Saketh lose as India go down 1-3 vs Norway
With Norway taking an unassailable 3-0 lead, Nagal defeated Lukas Hellum Lilleengen in straight games, winning in one hour and 22 minutes in the inconsequential rubber of the five-match tie. Nagal, the 25-year-old from Jaitpur, Haryana, won 6-2, 6-1. Nagal's victory came after India had lost the World Group First Round encounter to Norway after Yuki Bhambri and Saketh Myneni put up a strong fight but lost to US Open finalists Casper Ruud and Viktor Durasovic.
India's T20 World Cup standby players to travel to Australia with the team: Report
The selection committee, the team management and BCCI have decided that the four standbys will fly with the team to Australia and be available to join the squad whenever it's required. Therefore, the likes of Shami and Chahar will be readily available to the team management should there be an issue with any of the fast bowlers named in the 15-member squad, a Cricbuzz report said.
Pele, Neymar, Real Madrid come out in support after the racist attack on Vinicius Jr
When discussing the Brazilian Vinicius Junior during a live broadcast on the controversial Spanish channel El Chiringuito, Bravo said: "You have to respect your opponents. When you score a goal, if you want to dance the Samba, you should go to the sambodromo in Brazil. You have to respect your mates and stop playing the monkey."
3rd Test: Rajat Patidar's ton puts India A in strong position against New Zealand A
Continuing his good form, Rajat Patidar struck his second three-figure score against New Zealand A in the series. His unbeaten 109, along with Ruturaj Gaikwad's 94, Priyank Panchal's 62 and Sarfaraz Khan's 63, powered India A to 395/7 in their second innings, extending the lead past 400, following which they declared.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup: Emirates Cricket Board announce UAE squad; C.P. Rizwaan named captain
The selection committee chairman, Dr. Tayeb Kamali, said, "Qualifying to play against top national teams of the world at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup marks a milestone with UAE Cricket's growing strengths in the T20 format. We extend our deep appreciation to all who have invested their time and efforts as we arrive at this unique moment in Emirates Cricket's history."
Asian Cup qualification should be a regular thing for India: Eugeneson Lyngdoh
The 36-year-old Lyngdoh believes in following the process without taking any shortcuts. "The National Team has done great in the recent past. Qualifying for back-to-back AFC Asian Cups is very good for Indian football, and we need to take things forward from here," said Eugeneson Lyngdoh in an AIFF release.
National Games: Chartered Accountant Pragnya Mohan eyes triathlon gold on home turf
A chartered accountant by education, Pragnya Mohan has in less than 10 years since taking up this gruelling sport emerged as one of India's leading triathletes.Having put her chartered accountancy life on the back burner, the 27-year-old hopes to reinforce her status by bagging the brightest coloured medal at the 36th National Games, starting here on September 29.
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