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Forceful push, Narine impact have given us the momentum: KKR skipper Morgan
There has been a remarkable turnaround in the two-time champions' performance in Dubai after a below-per showing in the first leg in India and much of the credit goes to West Indian all-rounder Sunil Narine, who not just snared four big wickets but also bludgeoned the Royal Challengers Bangalore bowling attack as the side won by four wickets on October 11 to keep itself alive for a third IPL title.
DC vs KKR: Ashwin-Tripathi battle could decide the outcome of Qualifier 2
Tripathi has been a big reason behind KKR's batting prowess this season, with the batter emerging the top scorer for his franchise with 383 runs. However, he has been susceptible to spin this season, getting dismissed four times to it in UAE. Having already dismissed him once this season, Ashwin will look to do the same on Wednesday.
Cricket Australia chairman Earl Eddings steps down
Eddings said he believed the decision was in the best interests of cricket and would provide the opportunity to continue the ongoing Board renewal process. "It has been an honour and a privilege to be able to serve the sport I love as a Cricket Australia director. In that time, and particularly during my time as Chair, we have navigated some of the sport's greatest challenges, including rebuilding the trust and reputation of Australian cricket after the Newlands incident and, more recently, the enormous impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on domestic and international cricket," said Eddings.
MS Dhoni Cricket Academy launched in Bengaluru
MSDCA mentor and former India skipper Dhoni said, "I am excited to launch the M.S. Dhoni Cricket Academy. The aim is to provide a 360-degree training approach with the help of the best techniques and technology to sharpen your skills. We will bring qualified coaches and fitness experts. Register now and be ready to be a part of my academy. It is not just about being a cricketer; it is about being a smart one. To learn the mental and physical skills of the game, come join us at M.S. Dhoni Cricket Academy."
T20 World Cup: India to play England, Australia in warm-up matches
India, who open their T20 World Cup campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan in a Super 12 match on October 24, will play their two games in the second set of warm-up matches. A total of 16 warm-up matches will be played between participant teams of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021. The first set of warm-up fixtures began on Tuesday (Oct 12), featuring all the eight teams in Round 1 of the tournament. Each team will play two warm-up matches, with these fixtures being played over the course of the next two days, starting with the clash between Papua New Guinea and Ireland in Abu Dhabi.
IPL 2021: Stay calm, keep steady mind, Kaif tells DC players ahead of KKR clash
Delhi have suffered back-to-back losses including the loss to Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 1. As they gear up for the clash with KKR at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah for a place in the IPL 2021 Final, Kaif said though every game in IPL is a pressure game, Wednesday's match will be a different challenge.
Japan beat Australia 2-1 in World Cup qualifier
The win left Japan on six points with two wins and two losses in Group B, moving them within one win of the previously unbeaten Socceroos. Japan took the lead in the eighth minute through a goal from Ao Tanaka. The top two finishers in each group will qualify for the FIFA World Cup finals to be held in Qatar next year.
Newcastle takeover by MBS-linked company has other clubs worried
The £300m takeover was confirmed by the Premier League in a statement last week and the process has been completed on Monday with news spreading in the British media that the new owners want to sack manager, Steve Bruce. Former Liverpool manager Brendon Rodgers is tipped to be the frontrunner to take over charge at St James' Park.
T20 World Cup: MS Dhoni not to charge for India mentor role, says BCCI
Dhoni was appointed as the mentor for the upcoming T20 World Cup which will be played in Oman and the UAE, starting October 17. BCCI secretary Jay Shah on Tuesday said that the board is grateful to Dhoni as the legendary cricketer agreed to serve the team during the quadrennial event.
I-League: Delhi FC beat Kerala United 2-1 to qualify for next round
In the 23rd minute, Hrishi Dhath scored a peach of a goal to open the scoring. As Delhi FC failed to clear the danger from the initial cross from the right flank, Bujair Valiyattu smartly laid the ball back for his teammate Hrishi, who produced a world-class first-time hit that arrowed into the top corner giving goalkeeper James Kithan no chance.
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