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Two spots in India's playing XI will be up for grabs in next Test series, feels Gavaskar
Following the completion of the South Africa Tests, Virat Kohli led India will play the longer format of the game in February end against Sri Lanka.
Novak Djokovic 'playing by his own rules', says Tsitsipas
The star player from Serbia was on Thursday drawn to start his campaign in the Australian Open against compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic, the World No 78. However, there is uncertainty over his participation as Djokovic's visa saga continues in Australia.
SA v IND, 3rd Test: It was a fabulous innings and got us really back into the game, says Mhambrey on Pant
"It was a fabulous innings and got us really back into the game. From a personal perspective, there is generally pressure on him. Obviously, in a couple of innings, he didn't get runs but getting runs at a crucial stage for the team, that's really important. He has set the game nicely for us. Really, really happy with the way he played and showed lot of character as it wasn't an easy wicket to bat on," said Mhambrey in the post-day virtual press conference.
SA v IND, 3rd Test: Rishabh Pant's fourth Test hundred sets 212-run target for South Africa
Resuming from 51 at lunch, Pant slog-swept Keshav Maharaj and then stepped out to smash one over long-off for consecutive sixes. Virat Kohli's patient stay of 142 balls at the crease ended with him falling for the temptation of driving a wide outside the off-stump delivery. In a quest to score faster, Kohli gave a thick edge on the drive to a leaping Aiden Markram at second slip.
India Open badminton: Sindhu advances, Saina out after Srikanth tests Covid positive
With men's singles top seed Kidambi Srikanth forced to pull out along with six other players after they returned a positive test in RT-PCR tests conducted on Tuesday, Sindhu kept the home hopes alive by reaching the quarter-finals with a comfortable straight games win against compatriot Ira Sharma in the second round on Thursday. There was more setback for India when women's fourth seed Saina Nehwal was sent packing by compatriot Malvika Bansod in straight games.
Australian Open: Djokovic included in draw even as uncertainty continues
Djokovic, who had reached Australia with a certificate claiming exemption from vaccination as he had tested positive for Covid-19 in December, had his visa cancelled by the Australian government before a Federal Court in the country intervened to give him respite. There were still doubts over his participation in the event and there was intense speculation on Thursday when the draw for the event was delayed for some time. However, the organisers went ahead with the formalities on Thursday with the Serbian's name being included in the draw.
SA v IND, 3rd Test: It is evenly poised at this point, says Shardul Thakur
"I think it is evenly poised at this point. There is not a big lead, South Africa have done well in the first innings so now it's a second-innings game. Three days left, so lots of time left in the game. This game can go anywhere. There is some life in the pitch but if you bat well you can score runs. At the same time if you bowl well you'll get wickets," said Thakur in a chat with the broadcasters before the start of play.
Ashes 2021-22: Khawaja will open in Hobart, says Australia skipper Cummins
Australia captain Pat Cummins on Thursday confirmed that Travis Head, who was left out of the squad due to a Covid-19 test, would return to the squad and will reclaim the No.5 spot he was forced to vacate for the Sydney Test after contracting Covid 19 and being forced into isolation in Melbourne following Australia's series victory.
Hockey India moves Delhi HC against RTI seeking its financial records
In the plea moved by the apex hockey body, it was stated that Subhash Aggarwal had sought information through RTI with regard to salary and address of employees of Hockey India, monthly rent details of its premises taken on lease, signatories of bank accounts, records relating to fund transfer by the Hockey India to bank accounts in foreign countries and information on its cash withdrawals.
ICC U-19 WC: Schedule revised after Afghanistan's late arrival in Caribbean
"After successfully obtaining the necessary visas for travel, Afghanistan will arrive in the West Indies and undergo their required quarantine period," the ICC said in a statement. The changes in the schedule were approved by the Event Technical Committee which comprises Chris Tetley, ICC Head of Events (Chair); Ben Leaver, ICC Senior Event Manager; Fawwaz Baksh, Tournament Director; Roland Holder, WICB Representative; Alan Wilkins and Russel Arnold.
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