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Experts back KS Bharat to be India's preferred wicket-keeping option for Tests against Australia
The absence of Pant means India must now choose between two uncapped wicketkeeper-batters -- KS Bharat and Ishan Kishan -- for the upcoming Test series against Australia, starting from February 9 in Nagpur. Bharat has been an understudy to Saha and then Pant in the Test team since 2019 apart from being a regular in India A side.
SA20: Klaasen's majestic 104 not out keeps DSG's semifinal hopes alive
Klaasen royally entertained the Centurion crowd with a sparkling 104 not out off just 44 balls. The Proteas middle-order batter peppered the grass banks with 10 boundaries and half-a-dozen sixes. Klaasen's pyrotechnics saw the Super Giants post a mammoth 254/4 -- the highest score of the maiden Betway SA20 tournament -- surpassing the Capitals and Super Giants' previous 216.
Courtois injury a further problem for Real Madrid
The Belgian international, who has been so important once again this season with some stunning saves, was warming up ahead of his side's 1-0 defeat to Mallorca, when he pulled up and was replaced by Andriy Lunin in the starting 11, reports Xinhua news agency. Early indications are that the goalkeeper has suffered a problem in his left abductor muscle and the club will carry out tests on Monday.
Barca extend lead in Spain as Real Madrid lose in Mallorca
Barca controlled most of their game against Sevilla but were unable to score after a series of excellent saves from Sevilla keeper Bono, reports Xinhua news agency. Jordi Alba broke the deadlock in the 58th minute when the full-back finished off a long move that involved 17 passes.Gavi doubled Barca's lead in the 70th minute, with a simple tap-in at the far post after an excellent pass.
Bayern beat Wolfsburg to defend lead in Bundesliga
The Bavarians caught a perfect start on the road as Coman's right-footed cross caught Wolfsburg goalkeeper Koen Casteels flat-footed with nine minutes played. The Wolves nearly equalized the score at the other end of the pitch, but Paulo Otavio missed the target from close range following Patrick Wimmer's square pass three minutes later.
Arsenal, Man City both lose as Dyche makes immediate impact at Everton
Harry Kane's goal in the 15th minute was enough to give three points to Antonio Contes' side, which was also his 267th goal for Spurs, beating Jimmy Greaves' all-time club record. Conte watched from his home after undergoing an operation to remove his gall bladder earlier in the week, reports Xinhua news agency.
ISL 2022-23: Bengaluru FC's Sivasakthi wins Emerging Player of the Month award for January 2023
The youngster was a pivotal figure in each of the Blues' four wins, registering four goals and one assist in the process. Sivasakthi fought his way into the starting lineup under head coach Simon Grayson and since then, has been reaping rewards with his goal contributions. Currently, on a four-game winning streak, his side has leapfrogged into the sixth position.
SAFF U-20 Women's Championship: India held goalless draw over Bangladesh
Bangladesh goalkeeper Rupna Chakma was the star of the day for her team as she pulled off some good saves to keep the hosts safe. The Young Tigresses now have four points from two matches, and will next play Nepal at the same venue on Tuesday. It was a close contest from the opening exchanges, with India creating more chances despite a deluge of midfield traffic.
Golf: India's Aditi Ashok storms to victory in 2023 Magical Kenya Ladies Open
Aditi produced a wire-to-wire victory at Vipingo Ridge where a round of 74 (+1) on the final day was enough for the win. It was a tough afternoon for the 24-year-old as she made three bogeys and two birdies on day four, but Ashok had put in the hard work earlier in the week to win. "It has been a great week, it's proof to myself that my off-season and hard work has paid off," said Ashok.
ILT20: Shanaka, Sikandar Raza steer Dubai Capitals to victory over MI Emirates
Chasing MI Emirates' 164 for 7, Dasun Shanaka and Sikandar Raza scored unbeaten knocks of 58 and 56 runs respectively off 36 deliveries each. Shanaka hit five boundaries and three sixes while Raza scored four boundaries and four sixes. Their unbeaten 122 runs partnership for the fourth wicket in 11.3 overs ensured Dubai Capitals victory with 11 balls to spare.
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