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Uruguayan union urges Football Association to revoke Edinson Cavani ban
The 33-year-old Manchester City forward was handed the penalty last week after using the term "negrito" to address a friend on social media on November 29. A statement released by the Uruguayan players' union on Monday called on the Football Association to overturn the suspension "to reinstate (Cavani's) good name and honor".
Fortune cooking oil halts advertisements featuring Sourav Ganguly
The development comes after social media users criticised and trolled the advertisement campaign which promoted the brand as one which keeps the heart healthy. The tagline for the campaign read, 'Dada bole welcome to the 40s'. Ganguly on Saturday underwent angioplasty after he was admitted to a Kolkata hospital with complaints of chest pain. He is now said to be stable.
Williamson a true model for any youngster to emulate: VVS Laxman
On Monday, Williamson scored a brilliant ton in the ongoing second Test against Pakistan in Christchurch. On Day Two of the match, the number one ranked Test batsman batted in classic fashion to ease to his 24th Test century -- and first at Hagley Oval. Monday's century was Williamson's third consecutive century in as many Tests. Courtesy his 112 not out and Henry Nicholls' unbeaten 89, the Black Caps have attained a commanding position in the ongoing Test as they reached 286/3 in reply to Pakistan's 297.
Sourav Ganguly likely to be released from hospital on January 6
Noted cardiac surgeon Dr Devi Shetty will pay a visit on Tuesday to see Sourav Ganguly at the hospital. So not tomorrow but hopefully he will be released the day after tomorrow, which is Wednesday, a member of the expert medical team treating the BCCI chief told mediapersons this afternoon. Ganguly on Saturday underwent angioplasty after he was admitted to a Kolkata hospital with complaints of chest pain.
Brisbane Test on, haven't heard anything 'formal' from BCCI: Cricket Australia
"We've had nothing formal from the BCCI to suggest anything other than they are supportive. We speak to our counterparts in the BCCI daily and we have clarified in the last 24 hours what the precise requirements are in Brisbane," Cricket Australia's interim Chief Executive Officer Nick Hockley was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au.
Next 200 days most important period of our lives, say Manpreet & Rani
The Tokyo Olympics, which were slated to be held in July-August in 2020, had to be postponed to summer of 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic which has so far claimed over 18 lakh lives across the world.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes second-highest goalscorer, overtakes Brazil legend Pele
The star player of Portugal and Juventus' superstar, is considered to be one of the greatest players in football history. He has been creating and breaking many records during his career that includes winning five Ballon d'Or awards. He has been playing brilliantly in the current season, by scoring 18 goals in just 15 appearances.
Neymar joins Maracana Walk of Fame
The 28-year-old, who returned to his homeland after suffering an ankle injury while playing for PSG last month, visited the Maracana in Rio's north to have a mould taken of both feet before flying back to France on Sunday, reports Xinhua news agency.
Aus vs Ind: James Pattinson ruled out of third Test
"Fast bowler James Pattinson has been ruled out of our Australian squad for the third #AUSvIND Vodafone Test with bruised ribs," Cricket Australia said in a statement on Monday. According to a report in cricket.com.au, Pattinson injured himself in a fall at his property. He was on approved leave following the second Test played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground when he fell at his home and suffered bruised ribs.
India, Australia players test negative, fit to fly to Sydney
"Playing members of the Indian cricket team and support staff underwent an RT-PCR Test for Covid-19 on January 3, 2021. All tests have returned negative results," said a statement from the Indian cricket board on Monday morning.
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