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IPL 2022: Royal Challengers win toss, elect to bowl against Rajasthan Royals
RCB captain Faf du Plessis said getting over the line in early matches is very important as it builds up confidence. "Even though you are not playing to the best of your ability, getting over the line gives you the confidence," said du Plessis. ajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson said he doesn't mind batting first.
IPL 2022: From Ayush Badoni to Vaibhav Arora, these newbies have shown spark this season
This year IPL has become a ten-team affair, which means that now there are more opportunities for youngsters to showcase their talent and the likes of Ayush Badoni, Abhinav Manohar, Tilak Verma, Vaibhav Arora, Jitesh Sharma and Akash Deep have already shown the glimpses of what they are capable of.
Alyssa Healy, Nat Sciver the new No. 1s in ICC ODI rankings
The 32-year-old Healy has climbed to the top of the rankings for batters after her phenomenal 170 in the final, which Australia won by 71 runs to claim their seventh World Cup title. Healy's superb knock sent her soaring into the No.1 spot, ending South African opener Laura Wolvaardt's brief stay at the summit.
Stepping into Warne's coaching job with London Spirit bittersweet: Bayliss
The 59-year-old Bayliss has been appointed interim coach of London Spirit after Warne passed away last month due to a suspected heart-attack while he was vacationing in Thailand. The month-long Hundred tournament will begin this year on August 3. The club had won just one of its seven matches and finished last in the eight-team tournament last year.
Maxwell to be available for RCB's game against Mumbai Indians on April 9
Maxwell has missed the first couple of matches for RCB and will also miss the third game against RR on Tuesday as he is contracted to Cricket Australia (CA). The 33-year-old, will however be available for selection for RCB's fourth match in IPL 2022 on April 9 against Mumbai Indians. "From a Cricket Australia point of view, no contracted players are available before the 6th of April.
Alcaraz gets call from Spanish king Felipe VI after Miami Open triumph
The 18-year-old Alcaraz triumphed in Miami 7-5, 6-4 on Monday (IST), becoming the first Spaniard to win the Miami Open -- his maiden ATP Masters 1000 title -- in the event's 37-year history. Alcaraz was able to manage his nerves to overcome a slow start and win the biggest title of his career. Alcaraz credited his success in Miami to coach and former player, Juan Carlos Ferrero.
Opportunity for Finch to end limited-overs series against Pakistan on a high
Pakistan, after losing the Test series 0-1 to Australia, staged a remarkable fight-back in the ODI series, winning 2-1. And, the Babar Azam-led side would be hoping to avenge the ICC T20 World Cup semifinal loss to the tourists in the UAE last year when they clash at the Gaddafi Stadium in the D/N game.Australia's inexperienced and new-look side means that only three of their winning T20 World Cup XI are available for the one-off T20I.
IPL 2022, Day 10 Highlights: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) beat Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 12 runs
In a close encounter, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Monday defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 12 runs. LSG has now won the second match out of three matches they have played so far. SRH is still searching for their first victory of the season. Here are the key highlights of the game:
Spanish trio prepares for Champions League quarter-finals
Atletico Madrid are first into action as they travel to play Premier League leaders Manchester City in what promises to be a contrast in styles between Atletico's compact defensive football and the flowing possession game played by Pep Guardiola's men. Atletico return to Manchester after knocking Manchester United out of the previous round, although City are currently in much better form than their local rivals
Golf: Indian men, women ready for first-of-its-kind Mixed Pro Challenge
The event which will be played over 36-holes at the DLF Golf and Country Club, Gary Player course and has a unique format with 18 teams participating comprising one lady professional and two gentlemen professionals each. It is a Team Strokeplay event where all players must hole out on every hole. The two best scores out of three on each hole (hole-by-hole) would count towards the team score.
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