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Livingstone to miss Punjab Kings' first game in IPL 2023: Report
The Shikhar Dhawan-led side will open their campaign by taking on Kolkata Knight Riders at home on April 1. However, Livingstone won't be able to reach Mohali in time for that game. According to a Cricbuzz report, an England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) official has confirmed that the 29-year old cricketer, who was on an off-season tour to Dubai, will reach India next week, likely before their second game against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on April 5.
Boca Juniors sack manager Hugo Ibarra
The 48-year-old will be replaced on an interim basis by assistant coach Mariano Herron; according to a Boca statement, a Xinhua report said. "The reserve coaching staff is going to take charge for now, hopefully only for a few days," club director Mauricio Serna said on Wednesday.
Don't think that Pakistan will play their World Cup matches in India: Wasim Khan
Pakistan might end up playing in Bangladesh, despite India being the sole host of the tournament, according to the reports. According to Wasim Khan, the General Manager of Cricket for the International Cricket Council (ICC), it is possible that Pakistan may have to play their 2023 World Cup matches at a neutral location rather than in India.
Shakib surpasses Southee to become leading T20I wicket-taker
Shakib's total tally reached 136 wickets in T20I, two more than Southee's 134, at an average of 20.67 with an economy rate of 6.8. Besides, he also has 2339 runs at a strike-rate of 122.33. The 36-year-old reached the landmark after trapping George Dockrell leg-before off the third ball of the sixth over. When he castled Harry Tector three balls later, Shakib reached his second career five-for in this format.
IOC gives final confirmation to Mumbai hosting IOC Session in October 2023
"The IOC has accepted with satisfaction the results of the elections conducted by the NOC of India and the new governing body is in place. The EB, however, noted that a CEO or Secretary-General has not yet been appointed and asked that it should be done without further delay," IOC spokesperson Mark Adams informed during the press conference related.
Global Chess League from June 21
GCL is the world's first and largest official franchise league of its kind, with chess players competing in a unique joint team format. GCL will feature male and female chess champions competing on the same team. The league's joint male-female teams will have the rare distinction of being the only joint team in a professional sports league.
Khelo India WHL: HAR Hockey Academy beat Salute Hockey Academy 17-0
In the first game of the day, Har Hockey Academy took on Salute Hockey Academy and beat them by a comprehensive 17-0 scoreline. The goal scorers were Bhateri (4', 44'), Shashi Khasha (6', 40'), Kriti (8', 45'), Seema (9', 51'), Saavi (14', 32', 47'), Pinki (17', 36', 42'), Team Captain Usha (23'), Pooja (35'), and Monu (38').
Boxing can be dropped from Olympics, if IBA goes ahead with its threats to judges, referees
He said the IOC is currently going ahead with its qualification programme as per which the first qualifying event for Europe will be held in Poland in June as per schedule. The IOC has invited boxing judges, referees and other technical officials to confirm their participation in the qualification tournaments, Mark Adam said as of how they can't give the exact number of officials that have sent in their confirmation.
IPL 2023: Not being in captaincy has taken a little bit off my plate, says Gujarat Titans' Kane Williamson
With India all-rounder Hardik Pandya to lead Gujarat's title defence in IPL 2023, Williamson admitted that not being a captain has taken some things off his plate, citing the huge amount of energy leadership roles require. Earlier, Williamson had stepped down as New Zealand's Test captain, with Tim Southee taking over.
IPL 2023: Absolutely, no problem, says Boucher on giving Rohit rest during the tournament
Rohit is yet to captain India in overseas Test due to suffering injuries or even Covid-19 and his workload becomes all more important, especially with the World Test Championship final against Australia starting from June 7 at The Oval in London. Asked during MI's pre-season press conference on whether he will rest during games, Rohit quipped, "In terms of me resting, I think Mark will give you an answer to that," he said. To this, Boucher replied, "Do you want to rest?"
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