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Honda will return to F1 in future, says a senior official of engine supplier
Honda left F1 at the end of 2021, after a seven-year stay in the sport that culminated in a drivers' world championship win with Verstappen. The Japanese manufacturer, who worked with McLaren and then AlphaTauri and Red Bull in what was its fourth stint in F1, decided to leave to focus on achieving the wider company's goal of carbon neutrality.
Chelsea's Tuchel calls for more transparency on Covid-19 postponements after Reds admit 'false positives'
Tuchel admitted he has no reason not to believe the Liverpool manager but has called for more transparency around postponements. "But transparency most of the time helps, and in these decisions, it would help to make people understand. In general, we can still be happy we have fans, and fans are still allowed in the stadiums. I guess everybody is trying hard to have a squad ready and competitive for every match," he said
PKL 8: Gujarat Giants outmuscle Telugu Titans in 18-point win
Telugu Titans' lack of a leader in defence was the major difference between the teams, with raider Rajnish doing his best with a 12-point performance. The team are without a win in Season 8 and remain at the bottom of the points table. Gujarat started without their experienced corner duo of Ravinder Pahal and Girish Ernak in the line-up. Titans, already missing the seasoned raiders Rohit Kumar and Siddharth Desai didn't have Sandeep Kandola starting with young Muhammed Shihas taking his place.
ISL 2021-22: Jamshedpur beat SC East Bengal 1-0, climb the top of points table
The early exchanges saw both teams create half chances as there was little to separate the teams. Arindam Bhattacharja was called into action in the 27th minute after Jordan Murray found space behind the defensive line. The goalkeeper did well to leave the box and make the clearance. No major scoring chances fell to either team until the half-hour mark.
3rd Test, Day 1: South Africa 17/1 at stumps, trail India by 206 runs
Aiden Markram (8 not out) and Keshav Maharaj (6 not out) were at the crease when stumps were called, ending an engrossing opening day at Newlands. The hosts lost the only wicket of their skipper Dean Elgar, who was dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah for 3. Earlier, India were bowled out for 223 in their first innings. Virat Kohli (79) and Cheteshwar Pujara (43) were the top scorers for the visitors.
South African all-rounder Chris Morris retires from all forms of cricket
Morris, who was hampered by fitness issues later in his career, added that he would next be seen in a coaching role with South African domestic side Titans. "Today I announce my retirement from all forms of cricket! Thanks to all who have played a part in my journey whether it be big or small… it's been a fun ride! Delighted to be taking up a coaching role at @titanscricket #lifebeginsnow," Morris, who played for Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Rajasthan Royals in 2021, wrote on Instagram.
3rd Test: India win toss, opt to bat against South Africa
Kohli, who missed the second Test due to back spasm, returned to lead India, who made two changes in their playing XI for this game. While Virat replaced Hanuma Vihari, Umesh Yadav came in place of injured Md Siraj. "You cannot control what's above your head. Runs on this venue have always worked out well at this venue. I am fit and fine. I come in for Vihari. Siraj missed out because of a niggle and Umesh comes in for him. Umesh has been very potent with the ball recently, very handy in the field and with the bat as well," the India skipper said at the toss.
Will respect players' decision if they are not comfortable with touring Pak: ACA chief Greenberg
Australia are scheduled to play three Tests, three One-day Internationals and a one-off T20I against Pakistan beginning with the first Test from March 3 at the National Stadium in Karachi. "There may be one or two players who won't be comfortable despite the best advice we (Cricket Australia and ACA) give, and that's OK, we need to respect that," Greenberg told Sydney Morning Herald on Tuesday.
Ramiz Raja to propose quadrangular series to revive Indo-Pak rivalry
According to Code Sports Australia, the four-nation tournament will be proposed by the former Pakistan captain in the T20I format. The arch-rivals Pakistan and India have been deprived of playing bilateral cricket due to worsening political conditions. They last played series in India back in 2012/13.
COVID UPDATE: Second ODI between West Indies and Ireland postponed
The latest COVID-19 cases in the squad, coupled with two players being ruled out due to injuries, resulted in the Ireland squad getting "severely depleted". West Indies had won the opening ODI of the three-match series by 24 runs. A joint statement issued by Cricket West Indies (CWI) and Cricket Ireland (CI) said on Tuesday (IST) that, "Two further positive COVID-19 cases were reported in the Ireland camp following recent testing, and two players being ruled out due to injury, resulting in Ireland having a severely depleted squad.
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