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United Cup: Martic overcomes Podoroska to seal win for Croatia over Argentina
The winner of Group F will be decided over the next two days in the third and final tie, as Croatia return to take on France. In Martic's only previous encounter with Podoroska, she emerged a 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 winner in the third round of Rome 2021. Once again, she was able to triumph in three sets, losing the tightest but running away with the other two.
United Cup: Pigossi beats Eikeri to clinch win for Brazil over Norway
Pigossi's victory gave the Brazilians an unassailable 3-1 lead over Norway, which they extended to 4-1 with an added mixed doubles win. Brazil will finish Group E with a 1-1 record. "I'm really happy that I managed to win this point for Brazil. I was a bit nervous at the beginning. It was just an amazing atmosphere so thank you," Pigossi said.
Pant reveals reason behind accident as Dhami calls
The 25-year-old cricketer had met an accident after his Mercedes car lost control while he was driving from Delhi to Roorkee on December 30. The Chief Minister said that there is a lot of improvement in Pant's health. During the meeting, Pant pointed out that the cause of the accident was a pothole or some black thing on the road. Earlier reports suggested that the accident happened because Pant fell asleep at the wheel.
Yo-Yo Test and Dexa will now be part of selection criteria, says BCCI post Indian team review meeting
Apart from this, the emerging players will have to play a substantial domestic season to be eligible for selection to the national team. BCCI added that keeping in mind the Men's FTP and preparations for ICC CWC 2023, the NCA will work in tandem with the IPL Franchisees to monitor the targeted Indian players participating in the IPL 2023. The meeting was held ahead of the white-ball series against Sri Lanka, which begins from January 3 in Mumbai. It was in the process of being held after England thrashed India by ten wickets in the Men's T20 World Cup semi-finals
Mark Taylor urges Australia to use five bowlers in Sydney as practice for tour of India
In place of injured duo Mitchell Starc and Cameron Green, who sustained finger injuries during Australia's win by an innings and 182 runs at the MCG, Australia have given a call-up to Matthew Renshaw and Ashton Agar, with the latter widely expected to be partnering with premier off-spinner Nathan Lyon. With the hosts' already holding an unassailable 2-0 lead heading into the final? Test of the series at Sydney, there is a unique opportunity for Australia, the current World Test Championship toppers, to look into options ahead of touring India for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
I feel like momentum plays a huge role in your confidence: Felix Auger-Aliassime
The Canadian subsequently progressed to the Paris Masters semifinals and amassed three more match wins in leading Canada to its first-ever victory at the Davis Cup, reports Adelaide International Tennis. "I feel like momentum plays a huge role in your confidence. For me, it's been great in the last few months," said the Montreal-born 22-year-old ahead of the Adelaide International, where he is the No.2 seed at the ATP 250 tournament.
Suryakumar Yadav seeks blessings at Siddhivinayak Temple on New Year 2023
The 32-year-old shared a photo on Instagram with a caption, "feeling blessed at Siddhivinayak Temple". SKY will be seen in action in the upcoming T20Is against Sri Lanka. He managed to shine for India last year, becoming the only Indian to be nominated for the ICC Men's T20I cricketer of the year.
Adelaide International 1: Bianca comes back from 0-6 down to beat Garbine
The 22-year-old from Canada defeated the World No.55 Spanish opponent 0-6, 7-6 (7-3), 6-1 in the Round of 32 match. In the opening set, Andreescu was struggling. But then she made a comeback and didn't look back. Meanwhile, top seed Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev are among four 2022 ATP Finals participants in the loaded men's singles draw for Adelaide International 1. Back in action Down Under for the first time since he won the 2021 Australian Open, the World No. 5 leads the field in Adelaide, where he won his third ATP Tour title in 2007.
'Ends a year I will never forget': Messi pens emotional message for family, supporters
The World Cup win completed Messi's trophy cabinet. He inspired Argentina to overcome the French challenge in the penalties 4-2 in the World Cup final. Ends a year I will never forget. The dream I always chased finally came true. But that wouldn't be worth anything either if it wasn't because I can share it with a wonderful family, the best one can have, and friends who always supported me and didn't let me stay on the floor every time I fell," 35-year-old Messi wrote on Instagram. Messi further thanked his supporters, especially in Argentina, Paris and Barcelona, for following him and encouraging him.
Barca, Espanyol draw in La Liga
Barca paid the price for not taking their first half chances in a game that will also be remembered for a chaotic performance from referee Mateu Lahoz, who lost control of the game in the closing minutes, showing seven yellow and three red cards in a late 10-minute spell, although the VAR corrected a direct red he showed to Espanyol defender Leandro Cabrara, reports Xinhua news agency. Barcelona are now level on points with Real Madrid, who won 2-0 away to Valladolid on Friday with two goals from Karim Benzema -- the first of which came from the penalty spot.
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