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ISL 2021-22: Jamshedpur inch closer to League Shield with 5-1 win over Odisha
Jamshedpur FC took a major step towards securing the 2021-22 Indian Super League (ISL) Winner's Shield after a dominant 5-1 victory over Odisha FC at the Athletic Stadium, here on Friday. With one match remaining between them and ATK Mohun Bagan, the Men of Steel have to avoid defeat to become winners of the league stage.
'Magician' Shane Warne: Man, who had many 'special' traits
The whole world of cricket on Friday was left in shock after losing not just one of its greatest cricketers but also one of its greatest characters -- Shane Warne. The legendary Australian leg-spinner passed away in a suspected heart attack in Thailand at the age of 52.
Never a dull moment with you: Sachin Tendulkar pays tribute to Shane Warne
Tendulkar, who had a fierce rivalry with Warne in his playing days, said that he will miss his good friend. "Shocked, stunned & miserable," Tendulkar wrote. "Will miss you Warnie. There was never a dull moment with you around, on or off the field. Will always treasure our on-field duels & off field banter. You always had a special place for India & Indians had a special place for you."
Pakistan Minister says sporting events between Pakistan, India should be promoted
Speaking to the media, along with Sindh Governor Imran Ismail at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, the minister underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral ties between neighbouring countries through sports.
1st Test: To be honest, I had butterflies in my stomach, says Virat Kohli
Senior India batter Virat Kohli admitted that he had butterflies in his stomach before stepping on the field for his 100th Test match against Sri Lanka. In the opening Test of the two-match series at the IS Bindra PCA Stadium on Friday, Kohli became the 12th Indian and 71st cricketer overall to achieve the landmark.
Legendary Australian spinner Shane Warne passes away at 52
Legendary Australian spinner Shane Warne has died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52. As per a statement given to Fox News by Warne's management firm, he passed away in Thailand of a suspected heart attack. "Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived," the statement read.
1st Test: Pant, Vihari fifties power India to a formidable 357/6 against Sri Lanka
It was a day where all the Indian batters got starts after Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat first, but could not translate into big scores, except Pant and Vihari. Sri Lanka stopped Virat Kohli from reaching a fifty in his landmark 100th Test but couldn't stop Vihari and Pant from making a big impact with the bat.
1st Test: Pant's rollicking 96 powers India to 357/6 against Sri Lanka
Resuming from 199/4 after the tea break, Pant and Shreyas Iyer took four boundaries in the first six overs of the final session. With the duo looking increasingly comfortable at the crease and taking the attack to the Sri Lanka bowling attack, the 50-run partnership for the fifth wicket came up in 82 balls.
Women's World Cup: Hayley Matthews shines as West Indies defeat New Zealand in thriller
A superb all-round display from West Indies's dependable player Hayley Matthews -- 119 off 128 balls and 2/41 -- helped the side score a nerve-wracking three-run victory over hosts New Zealand in the opening match of the ICC Women's World Cup at the Bay Oval here on Friday.
Steffan Jones rejoins Rajasthan Royals as high performance fast-bowling coach
2008 IPL champions Rajasthan Royals on Friday announced that Steffan Jones will rejoin the franchise as the high performance fast-bowling coach. The 48-year-old Jones, a former pacer from Wales who played for Kent, Somerset, Northamptonshire and Derbyshire in County Cricket and picked 387 wickets in 148 first-class matches, had previously served as the team's fast-bowling coach in 2019.
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