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IPL 2022: Warner sets record for most T20 half-centuries
Warner, who had started his career with the Delhi franchise in the 2009-10 season when it was called Delhi Daredevils, blasted his half-century off 34 deliveries, hitting seven fours and two sixes. He went on to remain unbeaten on 92. This was his 89th half-century in T20 cricket and overtook West Indian legend Chris Gayle, with whom he was tied on 88 half-centuries before this match.
Madrid Open: Zverev moves to quarters after Musetti retires due to injury
Zverev led 6-3, 1-0 in what had been a high-quality first head to head meeting between the two when a thigh injury to 20-year-old Musetti intervened in Arantxa Sanchez Stadium. The World No 3 led the Italian after converting the only two break points of the first set in the seventh and ninth games. Zverev now holds a 17-2 record in Madrid, where the fast conditions suit his big-serving and high-powered game.
IPL 2022: Warner, Powell half-centuries, Khaleel's 3/30 lead Delhi Capitals to 21-run win against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Warner and Powell propelled Delhi Capitals from 95/3 to 207/3 in 20 overs, batting in contrasting styles. Warner showed sublime touch and superb placement as he found gaps with the precision of a neurosurgeon to score 92 not out off 58 deliveries, hitting 12 fours and three sixes. Powell was all power as he hammered 67 not out off 35 deliveries, hitting three fours six sixes. They added 122 runs for the fourth wicket partnership off 66 balls as Delhi Capitals posted a huge score.
IPL 2022: Tristan Stubbs joins Mumbai Indians as replacement for Tymal Mills
Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed Tristan Stubbs as replacement for left-arm pacer Tymal Mills for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022.
IPL 2022: Sunrisers Hyderabad win toss, elect to bowl against Delhi Capitals
Both Sunrisers and Delhi Capitals are still in contention for a place in the playoffs and a win will keep their hopes alive. Williamson said they will have to look for positives in their performances so far and execute their plans. "Our losses have been different, we want to take positives and put on a good performance. We have a lot to play for, we need to keep moving forward and execute our plans," said Williamson.
TOPS approves extension of Neeraj Chopra''s international training in Turkey, to spend an additional of Rs 5.5 lakh
Chopra and his coach, Dr. Klaus Bartonietz have been in Turkey since the end of March 2022 and will now continue their training at the Antalya camp for another 14 days as Chopra prepares for the upcoming Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and Athletics World Championships.
Chess Olympiad: Humpy, other Indian players look to learn from Gelfand and Anand
The six-time World Championship Candidate from Israel, Gelfand has been roped in as the coach by the AICF alongside mentor Anand. The members of the first teams in both open as well as women's section will take part in the camp, scheduled to take place at Hotel Leela in Chennai from May 7 to 17.
Chris Gayle feels Ben Stokes is the best choice to be the Test captain of England
At the same time, Gayle has hoped that Stokes will get the required support from his predecessor Joe Root and others to lift England's fortunes in Test cricket. On April 28, Stokes was appointed as the 81st Test captain of England after Root stepped down from the top job. His first assignment as the Test skipper of England will be a three-match home Test series against current World Test Championship winners New Zealand in June.
IPL 2022: It's great to see kids like Hrithik, Kartikeya coming through, says Jayawardene
Both Hrithik and Kartikeya, who made his IPL debut at DY Patil Stadium after coming in as a replacement player, played an important role in stemming the run-flow of Rajasthan Royals in middle overs, thereby restricting them to 158. Hrithik returned with figures of 2/47 while Kartikeya bagged 1/19 in his four overs. In reply, Mumbai managed to chase down the total with four balls to spare, registering their first win of IPL 2022.
Murray withdraws from Madrid Open due to illness
Murray defeated Denis Shapovalov of Canada 6-1, 3-6, 6-2 to reach the third round at the Madrid Open, an ATP 1000 tournament. This is the first time the 34-year-old Murray, the winner of three Grand Slams who has had major hip surgeries, has won consecutive matches since January in Sydney, where the 46-time tour-level titlist reached the final.
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