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There's no platform quite like Bollywood: Divine
Rapper Divine, set to amp up the cricket fever in Manchester with a live performance of his 'SockThem' anthem, is excited about taking his love for the sport to the next level.
We have to try to restrict Gayle and Russell: Courtney Walsh
Bangladesh fast bowling coach Courtney Walsh on Saturday said that West Indies players Chris Gayle and Andre Russell are very dangerous and it is paramount that Bangladesh contains the batsmen in their upcoming match in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup."They are two dangerous players we have to try to restrict and get them out at the same time to have more control of the game. We will be focused on their team itself because they have very good players in their team as well. I am sure we can perform as a team against West Indies," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Walsh as saying.West Indies and Bangladesh recently squared off against each other in the tri-nation series in Ireland. Bangladesh defeated Windies in the finals of the tournament.Bangladesh got off to a good start in the World Cup as they defeated South Africa in their first match. But the team's campaign derailed a bit as they lost their games against England and New Zealand. Bangladesh's match against Sri Lanka got
Sportswear brand SEVEN unveils 'Your Grace' T-shirts as a mark of respect for MS Dhoni
As M S Dhoni steps on the field to play his 4th World Cup, SEVEN, a global sportswear brand headquartered in India offering fitness and active lifestyle products is unveiling special limited edition Your Grace T-shirts as a mark of respect and admiration for Dhoni- one of the greatest masterminds of Indian Cricket, who captained the Indian team to World Cup glory in 2011 and 2007.SEVEN is an Indian fitness and active lifestyle sportswear brand under the banner of Rhiti Group which has evolved as India's fastest growing conglomerate pioneering in sports and entertainment poised to be a leader in the industry. SEVEN is also the official apparel partner for Chennai Super Kings.Besides showing their admiration and respect for the cricketing legend by wearing the Your Grace T-shirts, fans can also get to meet MS Dhoni himself by sharing their pictures wearing the Your Grace T-shirt online. The limited-edition T-shirts will be available on the SEVEN official websites.SEVEN is present across
Brathwaite reprimanded for breaching code of conduct
West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite has received an official reprimand and received one demerit point for breaching the Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the England-West Indies game in the ongoing World Cup at the Hampshire Bowl on Friday.
Brathwaite reprimanded for showing dissent to umpire
West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite was on Saturday reprimanded for showing dissent to the umpire during their World Cup match against England here. Brathwaite was found to have breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to showing dissent to an umpire's decision. The incident occurred in the 43rd over of the West Indies innings when Brathwaite made his displeasure at being given out by the umpires here on Friday night. Brathwaite admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by David Boon of the Emirates Elite Panel of ICC Match Referees and, as such, there was no need for a formal hearing. On-field umpires Sundaram Ravi and Kumar Dharmasena, third umpire Rodney Tucker and fourth official Paul Wilson levelled the charges. Level 1 breaches carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand, a maximum penalty of 50 per cent of a player's match fee, and one or two demerit points.
India lead Pakistan 6-0 in World Cup encounters
Cricket is a religion both in India and Pakistan and a clash between the two arch-rivals in the field is no less than a war. Despite closure of bilateral ties, the two teams face-off in multi-nation events and so far, the Men in Blue have won all the six games they have played in World Cups.
Sharmila starts with even par 72 in first round of Fortsyth Classic
Indian golfer Sharmila Nicollet, who has been struggling with both form and injuries, got off to a decent start in the Forsyth Classic on the Symetra Tour in Illinois Saturday. Sharmila shot a roller coaster even par 72 with five birdies, three bogeys and a double bogey as she was Tied-42nd after the first day. Starting on the 10th tee, she birdied the 10th and 14th, but then had a bogey on 17th and a double on 18th to turn in one-over 37. She added birdies on first and second, but dropped shots on third and sixth before closing the round with a birdie. The later part of the day saw winds picking up. Swedish player Elin Arvidsson handled the conditions well, shooting a 7-under 65 and for solo lead at the Decatur Park District. Her first-round finish is her career-best 18-hole score on the Symetra Tour. Katie Yoo carded seven birdies and one bogey to sit one behind Arvidsson at six-under, while Jillian Hollis, coming off a second-place finish at the Four Winds Invitational, is alone at
Indian women's compound team bag bronze to open account in World C'ship
Indian women's compound archery team of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Muskan Kirar and Raj Kaur came from behind to down Turkey by three points and win a bronze medal in the World Championships here Saturday. Jyothi led the fightback as the Asian Games silver medallist overcame a jittery start to shoot six perfect 10s out of eight arrows to seal a 229-226 win and open their account. "Last time (Mexico City 2017) we won a silver but no regrets. We are happy to finish on the podium this time too," Jyothi said. "World Championship medal means a lot as it comes after two years," added the 22-year-old from Vijayawada, who will fight for a second bronze medal when she takes on world number two Yesim Bostan of Turkey later in the day. India are also in the fray for a first-ever World Championship gold medal with the men's recurve team taking on China Sunday in a bid to upgrade their 2005 Madrid silver medal. The Turk team of Yesim, Gizem Elmaagacli and Ipek Tomruk shot four perfect scores to win ...
Pantaloons cheers for India with "How Blue Are You"?
For millions of Indians, cricket is not just a sport, it's a religion. On June 16th, 2019 India will play against Pakistan and every Indian fan will wear their hearts on their sleeves, cheering the team on for yet another victory.Pantaloons, one of the largest and iconic fast fashion brands in India, will join in to express its love for the sport with its Cricket campaign, "How Blue Are You"?As part of the campaign, the brand will change its identity, which has been its calling card for years. So just for the campaign, Pantaloons will proudly change the colour of its logo to Blue. Even the name of the loyalty program will be changed from Greencard to Bluecard for the campaign.A hyper-personalised campaign is being created for 50 lakh Pantaloons loyalty club members. The campaign will showcase the number of blue clothes the customer has bought and offer options to up the 'Blue' quotient in their wardrobes."'How Blue Are You' is our attempt to pay tribute to the Indian fan. We are going
ICC working closely with police & security services for Ind-Pak clash
Sunday is not just any other day. Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are set to clash at the Old Trafford in Manchester and there is no denying the fact that it is one of the biggest rivalries on the cricket pitch.
Caster Semenya declines Rabat 800m race: organisers
Two-time Olympic champion Caster Semenya will not run her specialist 800m distance at Rabat on Sunday despite having received an invitation to do so, in the latest twist of her bitter court battle over gender rules. "She received an invitation but is unable to organise her schedule to come to Rabat," organiser Alain Blondel told AFP. Semenya was cleared to take part in the Diamond League meeting after Switzerland's top court rejected an IAAF request to re-impose rules obliging her to lower her testosterone before competing in certain events.
Aditi Ashok finds form, lies Tied-9th provisionally on LPGA
Aditi Ashok seemed headed for what could be her best round of the 2019 season as she was six-under through 16 holes in the second round of the Meijer LPGA Classic. Aditi was one of the 28 players, who were unable to finish their second round on Friday, as the backlog from the first day -- when seven hours were lost to inclement weather -- delayed matters. Aditi, who has had a less than modest season so far and only one top-10 finish, which came on the Ladies European Tour early this year in Abu Dhabi, was bogey free through the 16 holes she played. She had earlier finished her first round in one-under 71. She is now seven-under with two holes from second round to play and is provisionally Tied-ninth. Aditi birdied first, fourth, eighth, ninth, 12th and 16th. Two of her birdies came on par-5s and she has one more on 18th coming up. Meanwhile Brooke Henderson opened a three-stroke lead after playing 30 holes on Friday. Henderson completed an 8-under 64 in the rain-delayed first round ...
Sri Lanka win toss, elect to bowl against Australia
Sri Lanka skipper Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and elected to field against Australia in their World Cup match here Saturday. Sri Lanka made two changes, Pradeep Nuwan and Milinda Siriwardana come in the playing XI. For Australia, Nathan Coulter-Nile makes way for Jason Behrendorff. Australia: Aaron Finch(c), David Warner, Steven Smith, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Kane Richardson, Jason Behrendorff. Sri Lanka: Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Kusal Perera, Lahiru Thirimanne, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Thisara Perera, Isuru Udana, Milinda Siriwardana, Lasith Malinga, Nuwan Pradeep.
2003 game against Pak best memory apart from 2011 WC win: Tendulkar
India skipper Virat Kohli might call it just another game to calm the nerves of his players ahead of Sunday's blockbuster meeting between India and Pakistan at the World Cup, but everyone knows that a clash between the arch-rivals on the cricket field is nothing short of a carnival. Emotions run high, players look to seize the moment and make a statement and even the fans want boasting rights till the two teams face-off next time.
Sri Lanka opt to field against Australia (Toss)
Sri Lanka skipper Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and elected to bowl against Australia in their World Cup fixture at the Kennington Oval on Saturday.
Lahiri exits; Woodland takes lead from Rose; Koepka lurks close by
Anirban Lahiri ended a forgettable week as he added a six-over to his first round 74 to crash out of the 119th US Open golf championships early. The 31-year-old Indian, playing his first Major in 2019, never really got going in either round. He was four-over after three on the first day, and on the second day he was three-over after the first two holes and never had a chance to make up for the first day 74. Gary Woodland (65) at nine-under took over the lead from Justin Rose (71) at seven-under, while a slew of established stars, including two-time defending champion Brooks Koepka were lurking close by. By the time Lahiri was through with his front nine, he was six-over 41 for the stretch and a total of nine-over. He had two each of birdies and bogeys on back nine for an even par 36, but his total of nine-over 151 meant he was out of the weekend once again. It was his third missed cut in as many appearances at the Major. He has made cuts in each of the other Majors, but never at the ..
'Spotty showers' may affect much-awaited Ind-Pak clash
With just a day to go for the much-anticipated, high octane World Cup clash between India and Pakistan, cricket fans across the globe are praying that the rain gods stay away from Old Trafford on Sunday.
England not in panic situation, says Eoin Morgan
Skipper Eoin Morgan has stated that England is not in a panic situation as the injuries sustained by him and Jason Roy were not that serious. Morgan and Roy left the field due to discomfort during the match against West Indies in the ICC Men's World Cup on Friday."I think we are not at panic stations or anything yet. I think when any two players go down it is a little bit of a worry. We will just see how we get on in the next 48 hours and go from there," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Eoin Morgan as saying.England's opener Jason Roy left the field in the 8th over of the West Indies inning and did not come to bat due to strain in his hamstring. Morgan said that Roy will undergo a scan on Saturday and will take two days for an update about his injury."I don't know how he will pull up tomorrow. He had a tight hamstring so he will go for a scan tomorrow and probably it will take 48 hours before we have the results and stuff," Morgan said.Talking about Joe Root, the highest ...
World Archery decision on AAI fate to be announced on Monday
The suspense over the fate of Archery Association of India will end only on Monday as the world body remained tightlipped on the outcome of the executive board meeting in the Netherlands on the sidelines of the World Championships. The AAI, is in all likely, will be suspended by the World Archery but that would not be known before Monday. With medal rounds at the World Championships set for the weekend, the WA chose to stay mum on the meeting, which took place at Den Bosch last night, so that the archers stay focused on the competition. "No comment until Monday because we will not take any attention away from the athletes shooting in the world championships this weekend," a WA official told PTI, clearly hinting that a harsh decision is taken for AAI's violation of democratic rules in electing two parallel bodies. Incidentally, Indian men's recurve team are fighting for gold, advancing into the final for the first time after 14 years. They will face China Sunday. India are also in hunt
Afghans won't be distracted by Shahzad row, insists Naib
Afghanistan captain Gulbadin Naib insists his side won't let the row over Mohammad Shahzad's controversial World Cup exit overshadow the rest of the tournament. Shahzad played in Afghanistan's first two World Cup matches, but the wicketkeeper-batsman was removed from the squad after suffering a knee injury that the country's cricket board said would not allow him to play any further part in the tournament. The 31-year-old, who scored just seven runs in losses to Australia and Sri Lanka, claimed medical advice he had received said he would have been fit to play in a few days after having his knee drained. "If they don't want me to play, I will quit cricket," an emotional Shahzad was reported to have told local media after returning to Kabul. Shahzad, Afghanistan's highest run-scorer in one-day internationals with 2,727 runs, was not selected for the 2015 World Cup due to a lack of fitness. Asked about the row ahead of Saturday's clash with South Africa, Naib made it clear he didn't ...