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Axar Patel tests positive for Covid
"Delhi Capitals all-rounder Axar Patel has tested positive for Covid-19. He had checked into the team hotel in Mumbai on March 28, 2021, with a negative report. His report from the second COVID test came positive," said a statement from the Delhi Capitals franchise.
I am obsessed with Rishabh Pant, says fit-again Ganguly
"All [among current cricketers] are fantastic players. As president of the BCCI, I shouldn't pick one over the other. I enjoy Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's batting. I am obsessed with Rishabh Pant. I like Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami. I like Shardul Thakur because has got guts," said Sourav Ganguly after he was asked to pick his favourite India cricketers on a Youtube chatshow by Classplus.
Steve Smith joins Delhi Capitals squad in Mumbai
"Delhi Capitals' batsman Steve Smith arrived at the team hotel in Mumbai on Saturday, 03 April 2021. Smith will be in quarantine for one week," said a statement from the Delhi Capitals franchise. Smith, who represented Rajasthan Royals in the last season and could make just 311 runs at an average 25.91, was released by the Jaipur franchise.
Hyderabad kept as standby venue for IPL: Report
The focus is on Mumbai since Maharashtra is on the verge of lockdown. Although no official statement has been made, there have been indications of a lockdown by the state government. "Hyderabad has emerged as a back-up venue option, should one or more of the six designated host cities not be able to hold their matches," a report in ESPNcricinfo stated on Saturday.
David Warner, Kane Williamson arrive, undergo quarantine
Australia opener Warner and New Zealand captain Williamson were shown speaking on Twitter, confirming they are undergoing quarantine. "Hey Orange army (referring to SRH fans), I am looking to get out of quarantine in about six or seven days. And guess what, I am Orange or nothing," Warner was shown addressing SRH fans in a video posted by the franchise on Saturday.
Anirban Lahiri moves into tied 8th place at Texas Open
After turning in 35 with a birdie on two, the former Asian No. 1 endured a rollercoaster back nine with three birdies, three bogeys and one eagle at TPC San Antonio for a two-day total of 4-under 140. Japanese star Hideki Matsuyama came home in 74 to slip to T14 while Korea's Sung Kang will enter the weekend on 142 after returning a 76, some 10 shots worse than his opening round effort.
To win WC again, India need to get occasion out of system: Gambhir
Riding on his 97, which helped India recover from the loss of two early wickets, and an unbeaten 91 by skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, India chased down 274 to win the World Cup in front a jubilant home crowd in Mumbai.
DC announce partnership with Optimum Nutrition
The brand will be highlighting their products that include Optimum Nutrition Whey Gold Standard, Optimum Nutrition Amino Energy, and Optimum Nutrition Serious Mass, during this association with the team.
Miami Open: 2nd seed Tsitsipas stunned by Hurkacz
"I was trying to keep fighting and that's what I did. I am super pumped and happy that I was able to turn this match around. It is so big to be in my first Masters 1000 semifinal, especially here in the Miami Open. It is a super big win for me and I can't wait for the next match," said Hurkacz after the match.
Miami Open: Barty into 2nd consecutive final
Barty, playing with intelligence, athleticism and a breathtaking diversity of shot, won the semifinal 63, 63 in one hour and 27 minutes on Thursday, Xinhua news reports. I think it was my best match in Miami, Barty said.
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