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Tests and T20s can co-exist: Ben Stokes

As the T20 leagues continue to spread their wings across the world, England skipper Ben Stokes said that he has no fears for the future of Test cricket. All set to begin the home red-ball season with the four-day Test against Ireland at Lord's starting Thursday followed by the marquee Ashes against arch-rivals Australia, Stokes said that the longest and the shortest formats can co-exist and he doesn't see a world where where the two aren't being played in the future. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/udV9pLM via IFTTT

Jose Mourinho raises further doubts over future after Europa League heartache

Jose Mourinho threw his future as Roma manager into further doubt on Wednesday, saying he was "too tired" after the bitter pain of losing his first major European final to Sevilla. The Spanish team triumphed 4-1 on penalties after the game in Budapest finished 1-1, with Paulo Dybala's opener cancelled out by an own goal from Roma defender Gianluca Mancini. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/nqzKlHm via IFTTT

Thailand Open: Kiran stuns Qi; Srikanth, Sindhu ousted

Kiran George joined the list of Indian youngsters who are causing major upsets in top tournaments. George, who made the grade through qualifiers, stunned third seed and former All England champion Shi Yu Qi of China in straight games 21-18, 22-20 at the Thailand Open BWF Super-500 event in Bangkok on Wednesday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/eZiWGw4 via IFTTT

French star Gael Monfils withdraws from Roland Garros with injury

Gael Monfils withdrew from the French Open on Wednesday with a wrist injury, handing second round opponent Holger Rune a free pass into the last 32. "I have a problem with my wrist that I can't overcome," the 36-year-old Monfils told reporters. "I had tests and the doctor said it was not good to play and that I should stop." from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/dOG7His via IFTTT

A leader like Hardik Pandya is a boon: Sai Sudharsan

Some knocks transcend the win-loss binary. Chennai Super Kings’ five-star triumph late on Monday night captured the public imagination but did not take the sheen off Gujarat Titans’ left-handed batter Sai Sudharsan’s scintillating innings. It was an exhibition of skillful batting and immense self-belief. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/nScQhei via IFTTT

Preparations for WTC final had begun during the IPL itself: Axar

India's bowling all-rounder is quite confident about the team's chances in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final and also revealed that the members of the squad had started preparing for the marquee clash during the Indian Premier League (IPL) itself as the players held practice sessions with red-ball. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/v3tAuzd via IFTTT

Alcaraz sees off Daniel to reach French Open third round

Carlos Alcaraz, the world number one, showcased his skills at the French Open by overcoming a challenging test against Japan's Taro Daniel. In a four-set battle, Alcaraz emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-1, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, securing a spot in the third round in Paris. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/wo7Cq6b via IFTTT

Steve Smith on potential spin threat ahead of WTC final

Australia's batting star Steve Smith is expecting batting friendly conditions at the The Oval, the venue for the World Test Championship final against India. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/BItmSeG via IFTTT

Why BCCI should opt for open e-auction for bilateral rights

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reported to be wrestling with the question of what would be the best way to auction the media rights for bilateral cricket in the 2023-2027 cycle. The choice, if reports are to be believed, is between a closed process and an open e-auction. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/g9nqNmh via IFTTT

United's Martial ruled out of FA Cup final vs City

Manchester United's talented forward Anthony Martial will miss the Saturday's FA Cup final clash against Manchester City due to a hamstring issue. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/X8wFYiN via IFTTT

Seamer Josh Tongue to make England debut in Ireland Test

Worcestershire pacer Josh Tongue is poised to make his debut for the England cricket team in the upcoming one-off Test against Ireland at Lord's, according to England Cricket Board (ECB). from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Fw234Vb via IFTTT

Josh Tongue to make England debut in Ireland Test

Josh Tongue is set to make his England debut after being named Tuesday in the XI to play Ireland in this week's one-off Test at Lord's. The 25-year-old Worcestershire quick was initially only called up as cover due to injury concerns over pacemen James Anderson and Ollie Robinson, both of whom are now being rested prior to the start of the Ashes next month. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/bK0Q8tG via IFTTT

Ashwin had singled out Sai Sudharsan for praise in 2021

The Tamil Nadu cricket circuit knows it. So do Ranji players who saw him bat the previous season. Sai Sudharsan is a special talent, waiting to be discovered by the rest of the world, they felt. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/vbw68OV via IFTTT

Jadeja dedicates CSK's fifth IPL title to MS Dhoni

The scenes of Chennai Super Kings' captain MS Dhoni lifting Ravindra Jadeja after the all-rounder's match-winning cameo in the IPL 2023 final against Gujarat Titans will remain etched in memory forever. And with Dhoni's participation in another IPL season not certain, Jadeja dedicated the win to the talismanic CSK skipper. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/4DUraJg via IFTTT

'A fairytale finish': Ambati Rayudu after playing his last IPL match

Chennai Super Kings' batter Ambati Rayudu couldn't have asked for a better finish to his IPL career as he signed off on a title-winning note, with CSK clinching its fifth IPL trophy after a thrilling win over Gujarat Titans in the final on Monday in Ahmedabad. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/VM6A3qt via IFTTT

In Pics: CSK beat Gujarat Titans to win fifth IPL title

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French Open: Alcaraz blasts past qualifier Cobolli in first round

World number one Carlos Alcaraz started his campaign for a second Grand Slam title with an emphatic victory over Italian qualifier Flavio Cobolli in the first round of the French Open. The Spaniard showcased his formidable skills and dispatched Cobolli 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 in a commanding fashion. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/fGZamUs via IFTTT

Barca see off Camp Nou, Busquets and Alba with easy Mallorca win

La Liga champions Barcelona enjoyed a series of emotional goodbyes in their final match at Camp Nou before the stadium is rebuilt, thrashing Real Mallorca 3-0 on Sunday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/UdbcQO5 via IFTTT

India enter Junior Asia Cup semis with 17-0 win over Thailand

India, who are likely to top the four-team Pool A with 10 points from four games after victories over Chinese Taipei, Japan and Thailand and a 1-1 draw against Pakistan, were unstoppable with Angad Bir Singh scoring four goals (13th, 33rd, 47th, 55th min). from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/TFfCJyq via IFTTT

Australia confirm squad for WTC final, Hazlewood stays in

Cricket Australia has confirmed its squad for the World Test Championship final against India, with fast bowler Josh Hazlewood tiding over injury concerns to stay in the 15-man list. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/w5qMsfK via IFTTT

'Rain-proof measures a must in Indian stadiums before ODI World Cup'

With the IPL final between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday night being pushed to the reserve day due to heavy rain, there is a growing concern on whether venues in the country are well-equipped to ensure that play starts as soon as showers stop, especially in the light of the fact that the ICC ODI World Cup in India later this year will be played in the months of October and November, a time when the North East monsoon is active. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Y0Mth4H via IFTTT

Weather updates, GT vs CSK: Better forecast for IPL final on reserve day

The Ahmedabad weather forecast for the evening of May 29, the reserve day for the IPL 2023 final between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans, is much more promising than the downpour that the Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed on Sunday, when the wet conditions didn't allow even the toss to happen. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/PJDthSv via IFTTT

Leeds relegated from Premier League after 4-1 home defeat by Spurs

In a disappointing season finale, Leeds United suffered a 4-1 defeat at home to Tottenham Hotspur at Elland Road in Leeds, leading to their relegation from the Premier League. The match saw Harry Kane shine with two goals for the visitors. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/OFXTplS via IFTTT

In Pics: Top contenders for French Open men's title

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In Pics: Top contenders for French Open women's title

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Messi on target as PSG clinch Ligue 1 title

Lionel Messi found the back of the net as Paris St Germain bagged a record-breaking 11th Ligue 1 title with one game to spare with a mediocre 1-1 draw at Racing Strasbourg on Saturday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/O2d38Kg via IFTTT

Leclerc handed three-place grid drop at home Monaco GP

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc was handed a three-place grid drop for his home Monaco Grand Prix for impeding McLaren's Lando Norris in qualifying on Saturday, meaning he will start sixth instead of third. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/vpcgqij via IFTTT

Urge wrestlers not to hold agitation near new Parliament: Brij Bhushan

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Saturday said that he is ready to undergo a narco test and urged the protesting wrestlers not to hold any kind of agitation near the new Parliament building, which will be inaugurated on Sunday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/7l4JP6Q via IFTTT

Wrestlers to go ahead with 'peaceful' march to new Parliament building

The protesting wrestlers said late on Saturday evening that there was a lot of "pressure" to call off the Mahila Mahapanchayat they have planned in front of the new Parliament building on Sunday, but they will go ahead with the "peaceful" march come what may. The agitating wrestlers, demanding the arrest of former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Singh who they alleged sexually harassed several women grapplers, had given a call for a Mahila Mahapanchayat on Sunday, the day the new Parliament building will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/xUkXVcN via IFTTT

Sexual harassment 'laws being misused': Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

Several ace grapplers, led by Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik, have been protesting at the Jantar Mantar accusing Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan of sexual harassment and demanding his arrest. Brij Bhushan has been accused of sexually harassing young wrestlers, including a minor. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/PGjtvo4 via IFTTT

Djokovic eyes history at French Open as Swiatek launches title defence

Novak Djokovic will bid for a record-breaking 23rd Grand Slam title at a French Open without his old rival Rafael Nadal for the first time since 2004, while Iga Swiatek attempts to become the first woman to defend the title in 16 years. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/b2NHDn1 via IFTTT

Rohit hopes Gill carries his IPL form to WTC final

After Mumbai Indians' exit from IPL 2023, Rohit Sharma will now focus on leading India in the World Test Championship final against Australia next month, and he hopes that Gujarat Titans' superstar Shubman Gill carries his rich vein of form to the big game in London. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Tsw3Hez via IFTTT

In Pics: Gill ton helps GT beat MI to reach IPL final

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'New prince of Indian cricket': Twitter flooded with praises for Gill

Red-hot Shubman Gill slammed his third century of the IPL 2023 season for Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Qualifier 2 match against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/AstI3ha via IFTTT

WTC winning team to get USD 1.6 million prize money

The ICC on Friday announced that the victorious team in the upcoming World Test Championship Final between India and Australia, scheduled for next month at The Oval, will be awarded a prize money of USD 1.6 million. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/4qzLTdA via IFTTT

In Pics: Kohli touches 250 million Instagram followers

Former India and RCB captain Virat Kohli is the first Indian to have 250 million followers on Instagram from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/1XClLd6 via IFTTT

Malaysia Masters: Sindhu advances to semis, Kidambi out

Star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu advanced to the semifinals of the Malaysia Masters Super 500 tournament with a hard-fought win over Yi Man Zhang of China in the women's singles here on Friday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/IAtExs4 via IFTTT

IPL: Akash Madhwal proves he is not a one-trick pony

The 29-year-old pacer from Uttarakhand has been trained by his state coach Manish Jha to “just bowl fast and not worry about leaking runs”. Akash has imbibed that philosophy wholly and backs his skills wherever he goes. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/a5DWYyx via IFTTT

Australia call up reserve wicketkeeper Jimmy Peirson for Ashes

Queensland wicketkeeper Jimmy Peirson will be joining the Australian squad ahead of the second Ashes Test at Lord's. He will be replacing Josh Inglis, who is set to return home for the birth of his first child. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/D3VJlve via IFTTT

Manchester United qualify for next season's Champions League

Manchester United secured a return to the Champions League next season after a 4-1 thrashing of Chelsea on Thursday. The goals from Casemiro, Anthony Martial, Bruno Fernandes, and Marcus Rashford propelled the Red Devils to the third position in the Premier League standings. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/xy9EYb4 via IFTTT

UP has become 'sangam' of sportspersons: PM Modi after inaugurating KIUG

Uttar Pradesh has become a 'sangam' of sportspersons from across the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday after inaugurating the Khelo India University Games. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/vc5sVg9 via IFTTT

Ruturaj Gaikwad shows he is ready for CSK top job

The crowd at the Chepauk on Tuesday night desperately wanted MS Dhoni to say he would come back as a player next year. But Dhoni is a realist. He said that he will take eight months to decide, but it is almost certain that the legend has played his last game at the Chepauk. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/XfFbB0O via IFTTT

Real Madrid beat Rayo as Bernabeu rallies behind Vinicius Jr

Goals by Karim Benzema and Rodrygo earned Real Madrid a 2-1 win over mid-table Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga on Wednesday as fans and players showed their support for Vinicius Jr who was subjected to racial abuse over the weekend. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/UBhdwT1 via IFTTT

In Pics: Mumbai Indians knock out Lucknow Super Giants

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Mumbai Indians eliminate Lucknow Super Giants to keep IPL final hopes alive

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians thrashed Lucknow Super Giants by 81 runs on Wednesday to eliminate them from the IPL and keep alive their own hopes of making the final. Seamer Akash Madhwal claimed five wickets while conceding only five runs in his 3.3 overs to skittle out Lucknow for 101 in 16.3 overs after Mumbai had posted 182/8. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/NHiySVx via IFTTT

LeBron James mulling retirement, Lakers will talk to the legend

The 38-year-old basketball icon stunned everyone on Monday when he commented that he was mulling retirement, following Lakers' 4-0 loss to Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/XuA7mMl via IFTTT

IPL 2023: Non-traditional impact cricketers

This season saw a number of players from outside the usual cricketing powerhouses making an impact for their teams. The Afghans, naturally, rule this space. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/b1kuX2D via IFTTT

In Pics: CSK beat Gujarat Titans to reach 10th IPL final

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Kohli & Gambhir must show respect towards the game: Kapil Dev

The Haryana Hurricane, who was in Ahmedabad for an event, spoke to us about the recent Virat Kohli-Gautam Gambhir face-off, why “playing cricket is not pressure” and more from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/cVi5n4N via IFTTT

MS Dhoni on IPL retirement: 'I have 8-9 months to decide'

Dhoni led CSK's entry into their 10th IPL final by beating defending champions Gujarat Titans by 15 runs at their home ground MA Chidambaram Stadium in Qualifer 1 on Tuesday and said he has "ample time to decide" when asked after the game about his retirement from the IPL. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tI7fPRp via IFTTT