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Chris Morris returns for Australia tour
South African all-rounder Chris Morris has returned to the squad for their upcoming three-match ODI series and one-off T20 international against Australia.The 31-year-old was sidelined from the recently-concluded series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe due to an injury.Making the team announcement, Cricket South Africa (CSA) National Selection Panel (NSP) convener Linda Zondi said that Morris has confirmed his fitness by giving an "excellent" performance in the domestic circuit."Chris confirmed his fitness with his excellent form for the Titans in the first two rounds of the 4-Day Domestic Series. He is the leading wicket-taker in this competition to date and also adds value as a batting option in the lower-order," sport24 quoted Zondi, as saying.Speaking about South Africa's vision for 2019 World Cup, Zondi said that the recently-concluded Zimbabwe series was a big plus for the team as their strike bowlers Imran Tahir and Dale Steyn returned to their very best.He further expressed ...
Prajnesh moves to quarterfinals of Ningbo Chalenger in China
Prajnesh Gunneswaran, the lone Indian surviving in the singles main draw, quelled a late challenge from Zhe Li to book a quarterfinal berth at the Ningbo Challenger on Wednesday. After a sound start, the Chennai southpaw struggled to keep focus but regrouped for 6-3 2-6 7-6(0) win in the second round against his Chinese opponent. "I played a good first set but started badly in the second. I was not focussed. The third set was very close. I had the break but was unlucky to lose that game at 5-4. There was net chord on one point and my string broke on another, so I was 0-30. But I played a very good tie break. I was aggressive and there were no errors," Prajnesh told PTI, reflecting on the match. Prajnesh is the only Indian left in singles main draw. His compatriots Ramkumar Ramanathan, Sumit Nagal and Saketh Myneni had all exited in the first round. The 28-year-old, who had won Kunming Open in Anning in April, next faces Yunseong Chung, who knocked out Ramkumar in the opening ...
India face hosts Oman in Asian Champions Trophy opener (Preview)
Defending champions India will look to open their 5th Asian Champions Trophy campaign with a convincing performance as they face hosts Oman in their opening match at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex here on Thursday.
Aeronutrix Sports Products Pvt Ltd Announces Soorma Sandeep Singh as Their Brand Ambassador for Fast&Up
/ -- Aeronutrix Sports Products Private Limited's Fast&Up today announced Indian professional Hockey Player and former national captain, Sandeep Singh as their brand ambassador. The partnership comes at a time when Fast&Up is at the cusp of its next level of growth with its increasing market share in the Indian sports and active nutrition industry. Sandeep Singh will be the new face of Fast&Up multi-channel marketing campaign as well as brand engagement activities. Recently, Sandeep Singh's story was retold in a biopic film - Soorma in which Daljit Dosanjh essayed the lead role. Famously known as Flicker Singh, Sandeep Singh played as full back and was a penalty corner specialist for the team; currently he is a DSP in Haryana Police. Sandeep Singh has immense passion for sports and fitness, his determination and spirit for the game makes him an inspiration and right fit for the brand. Since its inception, Fast&Up India has worked to educate sportspersons and fitness ...
Shuttler Srikanth advances in Denmark Open
Kidambi Srikanth thrashed Hans-Kristian Solberg Vittinghus of Denmark in the opening round to advance in the Denmark Open here late on Tuesday night.
Messi would struggle in current Man United team, says Scholes
Paul Scholes says even Lionel Messi would struggle to shine in the current Manchester United team and that the struggling club are being laughed at by their rivals. The former United and England midfielder has been a frequent and vocal critic of his old club, who are languishing in eighth place in the Premier League -- five points adrift of any other member of the "Big Six". They had to watch Manchester City win last season's title in record-breaking fashion and Pep Guardiola's men are flying high at the top once more, alongside Liverpool and manager Jose Mourinho's former club Chelsea. "That shouldn't make any difference but it does," Scholes told ESPN. "United now feels like Liverpool from years ago, like we're making all the same mistakes as they did. "We were watching Liverpool and City from afar and smirking as they changed managers and players every year, never getting anything right. It feels like we have turned into a Liverpool or a Man City. "I feel like people at Liverpool ..
Liton Das aims for consistency
Bangladesh opening batsman Liton Das, who displayed a rich vein of form during the recently-concluded Asia Cup, has said that he is finding ways to perform consistently at international level.The comment came ahead of Bangladesh's upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe.Recalling his first ODI hundred in the final of the prestigious tournament against India, the 24-year-old said that he wants to fulfill his expectations of continuing with an impressive performance at the global level."My first ODI hundred is very important. I was on the back foot for quite some time so for me, it became imperative to perform. My main aim is to be consistent because when I play domestic cricket I score quite consistently. Now I am looking forward to finding ways so that I can perform consistently at international level," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Das, as saying."As I have done well, my team and my teammates will want me to do well again while I would like to fulfill my ...
Afghanistan Premier League creating a solid platform for youngsters
In order to strengthen the Twenty-20 format of the game, the recently launched Afghanistan Premier has been continuously been making a mark.The first edition of the exciting Afghanistan Premier League is being played at the Sharjah stadium is an asset to the cricketing world globally, especially for the players and young talents in Afghanistan.Giving the players tremendous exposure at a global level is one of the objectives of this league. This highly competitive league is being broadcast live on DSPORT a Premium Sports Channel of Discovery Communications for viewers in India.The spirit of Afghanistan Premier League is represented not by bigger names like Chris Gayle, Andre Russell or Shahid Afridi but by uncapped players from the lowest economic strata making their way up the order.APL is making cricket accessible to everyone providing players with a strong platform to make a mark on the game as well as their own path towards representing their nation. The league in itself connects ..
Suheil Tandon wins International Olympic committee award
Social Entrepreneur Suheil F. Tandon has won the International Olympic Committee's Sport and Active Society Commission's Grant Award for his contribution to sports for development. Suheil is the Founder of Pro Sport Development (PSD) and Executive Director of Martha Farrell Foundation.The International Olympic Committee, which is committed to building a better world through sport, redistributes more than 90 per cent of its income to the wider sporting movement, to help athletes and sports organisations at all levels around the world. Worth USD 25,000 each, these grants are awarded to grassroots organisations running effective sport for all programmes in different regions across the world.The award ceremony was held during the Olympism in Action forum at Buenos Aires."I am honoured and humbled to receive this recognition. Playing sports is an excellent way to teach the values of sport. Participants learn about fairplay, about respecting others and develop a sense of responsibility and .
Charcoal Eats is the hospitality partner for Puneri Paltan
Charcoal Eats, a full-stack quick service restaurant (QSR) brand, has partnered with Puneri Paltan, the Pune franchise in the Pro Kabbadi League as its exclusive Hospitality Partner for their home ground matches in the Pro Kabbadi League 2018.Under the association, Charcoal Eats will provide hospitality for Puneri Paltan across all 11 matches at its home ground, Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Mahalunge, Balewadi, Pune, from 18th to 24th October 2018.Vivo Pro Kabaddi League is an initiative of Mashal Sports and is based on a caravan styled format. The Paltan will provide their fans with some nail-biting #PadengeBhaari Kabaddi action and are set to roar on their home ground in Pune. Puneri Paltan has had successful campaigns over the previous seasons and have worked hard to go a step further this season and lift the trophy."We are delighted to be associating with them and are looking forward to playing our part in keeping the Paltan charged. India needs more sporting heroes to ..
Australia slump to 91-7 after Abbas and Asif strike
Fast-rising Pakistan paceman Mohammad Abbas and spinner Bilal Asif struck twice each to jolt Australia to 91-7 at lunch on the second day of the second Test in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. Abbas dismissed Shaun Marsh for three runs and Travis Head for 14 to derail Australia after they resumed at 20-2 in reply to Pakistan's 282 all out at Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Asif then removed Aaron Finch (39) and in the last over before lunch trapped Tim Paine leg-before for three as Australia were left in danger of conceding a big first innings lead. They trail by 191 runs with only two wickets intact. At the break Marnus Labuschagne was ten not out after a two-hour session was dominated by Pakistan's bowlers. Abbas, whose first wicket of the match made him the joint second fastest Pakistani to 50 wickets, gave Pakistan an early wicket in the fourth over of the day, removing Marsh with a catch in the slip. He then had Head caught in the second slip to leave Australia at 56-4. Leg-spinner Yasir Shah made .
Castillo's last-minute goal helps Chile beat Mexico 1-0 in friendly
Chile defeated Mexico 1-0 in a friendly football match in Mexico's Queretaro thanks to a better second-half performance and a late goal by Nicolas Castillo.
Iran beat Bolivia 2-1 in football friendly
The Iranian national football team beat Bolivia 2-1 in a friendly match at the Azadi Stadium here.
Barca chooses China, Japan for next pre-season summer tour
Barcelona is set to hold their next pre-season summer tour in China and Japan, which are considered to be strategic markets for the Catalan football club, a Barça spokesman has said.
Nadal headlines list of players expected at 2019 Mexican Open
Spanish world No. 1 Rafael Nadal headlines the list of players expected to compete at the 2019 Mexican Open in the Pacific resort city of Acapulco, the organisers said.
Chennaiyin FC eye first win of season against NEU FC
Defending champions Chennaiyin FC would look to notch up their first win of the season after suffering back-to-back defeats when they take on NorthEast United FC in their Indian Super League match here Thursday. After an away loss to Bengaluru FC in their campaign opener, Chennaiyin were outclassed by an attack-minded FC Goa at home on October 6. Chennaiyin head coach John Gregory will be hoping his team improves upon its performance in the first two games. The forward line of Jeje Lalpekhlua and Carlos Salom have had a disappointing start and have not hit the ground running for their team. Their form will be crucial for the team's revival, as would be that of other key players like Raphael Augusto and Gregory Nelson. In the season opener against Bengaluru, Lalpekhlua missed a couple of sitters, which eventually cost Chennaiyin. He needs to start scoring in order to get his team to winning ways. Gregory may look to ring in some changes in the starting eleven against NEU FC and there ..
Germany's woes continue with 1-2 loss to France
Antoine Griezmann had a double to lead World Cup champions France to a 2-1 win over Germany in a UEFA Nations League match here.
Belgium draw 1-1 with Dutch in friendly
Belgium and the Netherlands drew 1-1 in a friendly football match between the third-place finishers at the 2018 World Cup and a visiting side that failed to qualify for the tournament.
Inspired Sharma set for star-studded CJ Cup in Korea
Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma will continue his quest for a PGA Tour card and a place in the International Team for the Presidents Cup when he tees up at this week's USD 9.5 million CJ Cup here. The PGA card apart, Sharma also has in his sights, a spot on the International team and the Olympic Games in Tokyo in 2020. Last week, in his opening start on a PGA Tour event, he was T-10 at the CIMB Classic in Malaysia, after co-leading through 54 holes. It was his second Top-10 this calendar year but in different PGA seasons. Sharma's disappointment was short-lived as he got a special invite for a nine-hole practice round from South African legend Ernie Els, who is captain of the International team for the Presidents Cup to be held in 2019. Sharma has time and again stated that it was the memory of Els spotting him at a golf clinic for juniors in New Delhi in 2008 at the Emaar-MGF Masters, an Asian and European Tour event, that set him on road to serious golf. "We were just chatting a lot
US gymnastics chief quits after Biles, Raisman criticism
The newly appointed head of USA Gymnastics resigned just four days after being named to the job following stinging criticism of her appointment by Olympic stars Simone Biles and Alexandra Raisman. Former Republican politician Mary Bono, who had only been revealed as interim chief of the embattled governing body on Friday, said she was quitting over "personal attacks" that made her position untenable. "It is with profound regret, coupled with a deep love for the sport of gymnastics and respect for those who aspire to be great gymnasts, that I today tendered my resignation as the Interim CEO of USA Gymnastics," Bono said in a statement on Tuesday. "My withdrawal comes in the wake of personal attacks that left undefended, would have made my leading USAG a liability for the organization." Bono's future in her new role had looked increasingly precarious after criticism by both Biles and Raisman following her appointment. The 56-year-old executive drew the ire of Olympic superstar Biles ...