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When it rains, it pours: Emma Raducanu says her wrist problem returned ahead of Indian Wells opener
The British No. 1 has been drawn against Danka Kovinic in the first round of the ATP 1000 Indian Wells Masters on Thursday. Raducanu had strapped on both of her wrists on the practice court on Wednesday. The 20-year-old pulled out of a charity exhibition event -- the Eisenhower Cup - due to an issue with her right wrist and also cancelled her practice on Tuesday.
LLC Masters: India Maharajas take on Asia Lions in opening match
The third edition of the LLC Masters, with top legendary cricketers who have carved out many historic moments, gives fans an opportunity to watch their heroes of yesteryears. The glorious journey of this event since its inception has attracted huge television viewership and also sponsorship support. Three teams -- World Giants, India Maharajas and Asia Lions -- include the cream of legendary players and are all set to battle it out to be crowned the champions on March 20.
4th Test, Day 1: Usman Khawaja hits fifty, unbeaten partnership with Steve Smith frustrates India
In what was the first wicketless session of the series, Khawaja read the conditions well, which were batter-friendly and capitalised on loose deliveries. Like Ravindra Jadeja bowled down the leg and Khawaja was quick to paddle through fine leg for four. When the left-arm spinner pitched it short, Khawaja was quick to rock back and pull for four more. On the other hand, Smith played.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Surely Ashton Agar would have had an impact, says Justin Langer
Agar made a comeback to Test cricket through Australia's third Test against South Africa in Sydney and went wicketless in the drawn match. But when he landed in India for the Test tour, Todd Murphy and Matthew Kuhnemann were given places in the playing eleven to team up with Nathan Lyon. With reports of Agar struggling to get his rhythm in the nets.
Becoming world no. 1 was over my expectations, reveals Iga Swiatek
Last year on April 4, Swiatek ascended to the No.1 ranking with the retirement of Ashleigh Barty. She dominated from that lofty spot and currently holds a 4,485-point advantage over No.2-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, the 2023 Australian Open champion. I thought it was not possible. It's something that is so over my expectations. It's a place where anyone wants to be.
WPL 2023: Gujarat Giants name Laura Wolvaardt as replacement for injured Beth Mooney
Beth had suffered a calf strain while batting in the second innings of the first match of the WPL between the Gujarat Giants and the Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium on March 4, retiring hurt immediately in a chase of 207. The franchise added that Beth, picked by the franchise for INR 2 crore in the player auction, did return to training subsequently.
IND v AUS, 4th Test: Rohit Sharma, Steve Smith receive special Test caps from PM Modi and Anthony Albanese
PM Modi presented a special cap to Rohit while Australian PM Albanese presented a special cap to Smith. The two leaders did a lap of honour around the Narendra Modi Stadium in a gold-painted chariot embellished with bat, wicket and ball to celebrate 75 years of cricketing contests between the two nations.
4th Test, Day 1: Ashwin, Shami pick a wicket each as Australia reach 75/2
The session began with a returning Mohammed Shami being wayward and conceding eight byes, with Australia electing to bat first on a pitch which had some up-and-down bounce. India were almost given a breakthrough when Umesh Yadav drew the outside edge from Travis Head, but wicketkeeper K.S. Bharat dropped a sitter, adding more to his nightmarish start with gloves.
Right now, I'm ready: Fit-again Alcaraz chasing Indian Wells title and No.1 spot in ATP Rankings
The Spaniard controls his own destiny in the battle for No. 1 in the ATP Rankings over the course of the next two weeks. If the Spaniard wins the Indian Wells Masters, he will return to the top spot on March 20. I'm feeling really good right now, "Alcaraz said on tournament media day as quoted by the ATP Tour website. "Today was the first practice that I practised with some players.
Modi, his Australian counterpart watch cricket match in Ahmedabad
After arriving at the stadium, the leaders took a tour of the facility amid cheers by the amazed spectators. Later, they met their respective cricket team captains -- Rohit Sharma and Steve Smith (stand captain) -- and watched the game for about 25 minutes together. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was received at the stadium by Governor Acharya Devvrat.
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