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IPL 2023: MI batters face CSK bowlers as high-octane 'Rivalry Week' kick-starts
The rivalry week promises to deliver some of the most intense and exciting matches with the greatest rivals in the history of IPL. Fans will also get to witness the rivalry between teams from the North and South as some of the biggest teams from the two regions will be up against one another to pick up two crucial points.
PSG coach Galtier declines to comment on Messi suspension
The 56-year-old French coach was the first person from the club or Messi's side who publicly admitted the existence of the sanction, reports Xinhua."I was informed earlier this week by the management team from the club of the decision to suspend Leo," said Galtier. "Once I was informed of it, I made the decision not to comment on it."
Messi apologizes to teammates and PSG for Saudi Arabia trip
"First of all, I want to apologize to my teammates and the club," the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner said in a video clip posted on his Instagram on Friday, reports Xinhua. "I honestly thought we were going to have the day off after the game, as had happened in the previous weeks." Messi said
Alcaraz celebrates his 20th birthday with Madrid Open final ticket
The top seed in Madrid defeated 17th seed Borna Coric 6-4, 6-3 in an hour and 40 minutes, reports Xinhua. Alcaraz dominated on his serve, with Coric only able to break him once, while the Spaniard was able to break the Croatian's serve four times during the match in front of a partisan crowd in Madrid.
IOC president Bach starts China trip by watching Beijing 2022 official film
Produced by Zhang Yimou and directed by Lu Chuan, the film entitled "Beijing 2022" premiered at the opening ceremony of the 13th Beijing International Film Festival, and will be screened in cinemas starting from May 19, reports Xinhua. Bach watched the film with volunteers and the film's production team. Prior to that, Han Zirong, Beijing 2022 vice president and secretary general, presented Bach with a special Year of the Rabbit version of Bing Dwen Dwen, the Games' mascot.
IPL 2023: Karun Nair replaces injured KL Rahul at Lucknow Super Giants
Rahul, who sustained an injury while fielding during their IPL 2023 against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, has been ruled of the tournament. He will be undergoing thigh surgery shortly.Karun, who replaces Rahul at LSG, has so far played 76 IPL games and has 1496 runs against his name.
IPL 2023: I let Rashid handle the business with Noor, reveals Hardik Pandya
Rashid (3/14) and Noor (2/25) ran through the Royals' batting line-up in the middle overs, picking up five wickets and the hosts were bundled out for a paltry 118 in 17.5 overs.In response, Titans chased down the target in 13.4 overs thanks to good start by Shubman Gill (36) and Widdhiman Saha (41 not out) followed by Hardik's unbeaten 39-run quickfire off 15 balls on Friday night.
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra wins Doha Diamond League 2023
The Indian javelin thrower registered victory over a field that included Olympic champion Anderson Peters and Tokyo 2020 silver medallist Jakub Vadlejch.Chopra's season-opening throw of 88.67m -- the world leading attempt -- was never bettered by any other javelin thrower on the night. Vadlejch finished second with a best attempt of 88.63m.
IPL 2023: Karun Nair replaces injured KL Rahul at Lucknow Super Giants
Rahul, who sustained an injury while fielding during their IPL 2023 against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, has been ruled of the tournament. He will be undergoing thigh surgery shortly.Karun, who replaces Rahul at LSG, has so far played 76 IPL games and has 1496 runs against his name.
IPL 2023: Rashid, Noor star in Gujarat Titans' dominating 9-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals
With this win, Titans made their position strong at the top of the points table with seven wickets in 10 matches. Rashid (3/14) and Noor (2/25) once again proved to be lethal with their attacking bowling skillset and rattled the Royals' batting line-up in the middle overs as the hosts were bundled out for a paltry 118 in 17.5 overs.
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