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World Cup playoffs: Messi leads Argentina squad for Finalissima against Italy
The Albiceleste manager Lionel Scaloni also included forwards Paulo Dybala and Lautaro Martinez in his final 29-man squad, a week after naming a provisional 35-man list for the all-important clash. In addition, goalkeepers Emiliano Martinez and Franco Aramani were called up, despite respective knee and Covid-19 concerns, reports Xinhua
IPL 2022: Clinical batting by Kishan, Tim David cameo help Mumbai win, deny Delhi place in playoffs
Delhi Capitals were asked to bat first by Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma on a pitch that offered bounce to the seamers and turn to spinners, here on Saturday. They got off to a poor stand (31/3), recovered in the middle overs but slumped towards the end again as they ended with a below-par score of 159/7 in 20 overs thanks mainly to Rovman Powell (43) and Rishabh Pant (39), who rescued the team with a 75-run partnership for the fifth wicket.
Manchester City's De Bruyne named 2021-22 Premier League player of the season
Belgium midfielder De Bruyne has scored 15 goals and registered seven assists, with City top of the league before the final day of the campaign on Sunday. "To win this award for a second time is an achievement that I am really proud of," he told the club's official website. The 30-year-old De Bruyne was chosen after the votes from the public on the Premier League website were combined with those of the 20 Premier League club captains and a panel of football experts.
'Maintain your passion and enthusiasm': PM Modi hosts Deaflympics contingent at his residence
In the best-ever performance, the Indian team won 16 medals including 8 Gold medals in the Deaflympics, held in Brazil. Sports minister Anurag Singh Thakur and Nisith Pramanik (MoS sports) were also present on the occasion. Interacting with Rohit Bhaker, a senior member of the contingent, the Prime Minister discussed his way of dealing with the challenges and his way of assessing his opponents.
Not worried about my rivals, want to hit 90-metre mark this season: Neeraj Chopra
Neeraj is currently working hard on his body, strength as well honing his skills with his coach Klaus Bartonietz at the training base in Turkey. On the other hand, his rivals -- world champion Anderson Peters of Grenada and Tokyo Olympics silver winner Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic -- had come up with 93.07m and 90.88m throws respectively in the Doha Diamond League on May 13.
IPL 2022: Pant, Powell propel Delhi Capitals to 159/6 against Mumbai Indians
In a match that they have to win to qualify for the playoffs, Capitals were asked to bat first by Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma on a pitch that offered bounce to the seamers and turn to spinners. The Mumbai Indians bowlers, especially Jasprit Bumrah made good use of the juice in the pitch and Delhi were soon struggling at 31/3 in the sixth over -- Bumrah claiming two wickets.
IPL 2022: Mumbai Indians win toss, elect to bowl first against Delhi Capitals
"We've done well and will like to know the score-chasing. We'll look to restrict them and later bat freely. We were inconsistent and failed to perform collectively. The focus has been on that. We've tried in the last few games with an eye on the future. But winning is important as that gives confidence. We want to finish on a high," Rohit said at the toss.
IPL 2022: 'Found this in archives', Karthik reminds Mumbai Indians of his playing days with them
Karthik's post has come at a time when RCB will be hoping that MI end their season with a win against Delhi Capitals as it will benefit the Faf du Plessis led side. Notably, Mumbai Indians' win will ensure RCB's spot in the playoffs. On the other hand, the equation is simple for Delhi Capitals (+0.255) who could move level on points with RCB and reclaim fourth spot if they beat bottom-placed Mumbai in the crucial tie.
IPL 2022: Punjab Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad aim to finish tournament on a high
While Hyderabad endured a five-match losing streak after winning as many matches by overcoming first two losses in the tournament, Punjab Kings oscillated between the highs and lows, summed up by the fact that they could never string back-to-back wins. From Punjab's ultra-aggressive batting line-up which was tipped to do well in IPL 2022, only Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone and Jitesh Sharma have been the bright spots.
Chessable Masters: India's Praggnanandhaa stuns World No. 1 Carlsen for second time in 2022
Praggnanandhaa on Friday made the most of the one-move blunder from Carlsen and kept his chances alive of progressing to the knockout stage. The 5th-round match at the USD 150,000 online tournament was heading for a dull draw after Praggnanandhaa's 40th move but in a stunning twist, Carlsen misplayed his knight on his previous move as Indian checked with an attack on his back piece. Carlsen resigned on the spot.
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