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Dimitrov stuns Medvedev with grand comeback at Indian Wells
Dimitrov, the 23rd seed rolled back the years as he battled back from 4-6, 1-4 down to move past the Russian 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 and produced one of the comebacks of the season on Wednesday, reaching the quarter-finals in Indian Wells for the first time. After appearing in total control, Medvedev lost his way, making just 34 percent of his first serves in the second set as Dimitrov forced the World No. 2 into errors with his aggressive game.
IPL 2021: I am doing what has been asked of me, says Iyer
Iyer revealed that he just tried to be himself in the match against Delhi Capitals, something which he hadn't been doing in the previous matches. "I think in the past couple of games, I have been trying to restrict myself a bit as I wanted to stay till the end. But then I thought it was not me. I was losing out on the present trying to be a bit conservative.
IPL 2021 Qualifier 2: KKR survive late scare to beat DC by 3 wickets, to face CSK in final
Chasing a total of 136 runs for victory, openers Iyer and Shubman Gill gave Kolkata a solid start. The duo mixed caution with aggression and took KKR to 51/0 after 6 overs. Even after the powerplay, both the openers continued in the same vein, taking KKR to 76/0 in 10 overs. Kagiso Rabada, finally gave Capitals a breakthrough as he dismissed Iyer. The youngster played a quickfire knock of 55 runs in 41 balls and stitched a 96-run opening stand with Gill.
Kohli's unbeaten knock in 2016 crowned 'Greatest Moments' of men's T20 WC
Going to the match, Australia faced India in the last match of Group 2 of the Super 10 stage in 2016 at Mohali. But the campaigns of both teams went in such a way that their last group stage match presented a do or die situation for both teams. India needed 161 against Australia to progress to the semi-finals alongside New Zealand.
Uber Cup: India women lose 0-5 to Thailand in last group match
The Indian team, without Saina Nehwal who has been sidelined to an injury, put up a valiant fight before losing to fourth seed Thailand. It was the first loss for Indian women in the tournament after beating Spain (3-2) and Scotland (4-1). Having already sealed their place in the quarter-finals, the match against Thailand was to determine the table-topper in Group B of the competition.
IPL 2021: Knight Riders restrict Delhi Capitals to 135/5 in Qualifier 2
For Delhi, Shikhar Dhawan (36), Shreyas Iyer (30*) were the top-scorers while Varun Chakaravarthy (2/26) was the most successful bowler for KKR. Put into bat first, openers Prithvi Shaw and Shikhar Dhawan gave Delhi Capitals a solid start, scoring 32/0 after 4 overs. However, Kolkata bounced back with the wicket of Shaw (18), who was dismissed by Varun.
IPL 2021: KKR win toss, opt to bowl against Delhi Capitals in Qualifier 2
"We are going to bowl first. We have played a few games here at Sharjah, so far it's worked. There might be a dew factor later on. We have kept the same side. We are playing some good cricket at the moment, we are confident as a side," said KKR captain Morgan at the toss. "Guys know their roles inside out, so hoping to come here today and produce something close to that.
IPL 2021: Delhi Capitals get fan boost ahead of Qualifier 2 against KKR
Filled with hand-written letters and touching, personalised gifts, the players were visibly moved by the outpouring of support and love from their loyal supporters. With the second half of the IPL 2021 being played away from the team's home city, this was also a rare opportunity for fans to connect directly with their favourite players. They mailed their handpicked goodies to the Delhi Capitals office in Delhi, after which they were sent to the team in Dubai.
BCCI extends date for buying ITT for new IPL teams
A BCCI statement said that interested parties can purchase the ITT document on receipt of payment of the "non-refundable tender fee of Rs 10 lakh plus any applicable Goods and Services Tax". All other terms contained in the Invitation document shall be applicable, said the BCCI. The IPL Governing Council had on August 31 this year announced the release of tender to "own and operate" two new IPL teams, which will compete in the 2022 edition of the lucrative tournament.
Fan-inspired Indian team jersey unveiled ahead of T20 World Cup
"This is the first time in the history of Indian cricket that fans have been memorialised on a jersey. It carries their chants and cheers from iconic past matches, transformed into unique soundwave patterns. As much as the shirt, aptly called the 'Billion Cheers Jersey', honours their unwavering support, it also serves as a beacon of inspiration and encouragement for Team India to give their best on the field," said a release by MPL Sports.
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