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Kothari bags Reventon Classic snooker meet
India cueist Sourav Kothari Monday won the 2019 Pacific International Snooker Championship - The Reventon Classic - defeating Tyson Crinis in Melbourne. According to information received here, Kothari won 70-13, 89-26, 77(43)-46, 44-62, 71(67)-46, 85-1 in a best of nine frames final to become the first Indian to win the Triple Crown event. In the road to the final, Kothari eliminated multiple world billiards former champion Peter Gilchrist of Singapore 4-0 in the quarterfinals and in the semifinals he got past fancied Australian James Mifsud 4-3. In the final, Kothari displayed great poise and determination to romp into a three-frame lead but only to lose the fourth in a close battle. He bounced back in the fifth and made a great comeback with a finishing break of 67 to establish a commanding lead for the title. Rattled by Kothari's extraordinary potting skills and precise positioning in the fifth game, Tyson made a couple unforced errors in the sixth game as the Indian seized control
Cricket fraternity wishes Yuvraj Singh
After 25 years in and around the 22 yards and almost 17 years of international cricket, swashbuckling batsman Yuvraj Singh on Monday announced his retirement from the game and the cricket fraternity took to Twitter to post their tributes to the man who almost single-handedly won India the 2011 World Cup.
Stuart Broad bids adieu to Yuvi
Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh decided to retire from all forms of cricket on Monday, and after he formally announced his decision, England's bowler Stuart Broad bid adieu to his biggest nemesis.Broad posted a picture along with Yuvi on Instagram and wrote: "Enjoy retirement Legend @yuvisofficial".In what is seen as a great memory by all cricket fanatics over the world, Yuvraj hit six 6's in an over of Broad in the inaugural ICC Twenty20 World Cup in 2007.Broad was dispatched for six 6's in the 19th over of India's innings. Yuvraj scored his fifty of just 12 balls, which is still the fastest fifty by a batsmen in the T20 format.In this match between India and England, the Men in Blue had won the toss and opted to bat first. Yuvi came out to bat when Robin Uthappa's wicket fell and he provided the late flourish allowing India to post 218 runs on the board.India went on to win the match against England by 18 runs.The Men in Blue were able to win the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007 ...
India will face Tajikistan in Intercontinental Cup opener
All India Football Federation(AIFF) on Monday announced the schedule for the Intercontinental Cup 2019, beginning July 7.In the opening match of the tournament, Blue Tigers will face Tajikistan at EKA Arena in Ahmedabad.In the next match, India will play against DPR Korea on July 13, followed by Syria on July 16. The top two teams from the round robin stage will qualify for the final, that is scheduled to be played on July 18.In the latest FIFA rankings released in April this year, Syria ranked 83rd followed by Tajikistan and DPR Korea, which are placed 120 and 121 respectively. Currently, India holds the 101st position in the rankings.The Blue Tigers are the defending champions of the tournament as they lifted the title last year with a victory against Kenya in the final. In the final, 'Player of the Tournament' Sunil Chhetri had scored two goals.The Indian side, under new head coach Igor Stimac, shall be heading into the tournament on the back of a promising show in the King's Cup .
WTA rankings: Ashleigh Barty rises to number two position
Australian Ashleigh Barty has risen to the number two position in the latest updated Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings on Monday.Barty now has 6350 points and has reached her career-best ranking of number two and she is now just 136 points away from the number one ranked tennis player Naomi Osaka (6486).Barty reached the number two position after winning her first Grand Slam trophy at Roland Garros on Saturday. He just dropped two sets en route to becoming the first Australian woman to win the French Open since Margaret Court in 1973.Three years ago, Barty re-entered the WTA rankings as world number 623. But the Australian has staged a stunning comeback in tennis history.The 23-year-old Barty even won the Wimbledon junior title as a 15-year-old in 2013.Apart from Barty, Marketa Vondrousova also witnessed a significant move as she climbed to the number 22 position from the 38th position. Vondrousova reached the finals of the French Open. but she was outclassed by Barty in the ..
Yuvraj an inspiration for millions, says B'wood as cricketer bids adieu
Members of the film fraternity on Monday lauded Yuvraj Singh's extraordinary career as the cricketer announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.Earlier today, Yuvraj, while announcing his decision, said he would help assist cancer patients going forward through his 'YouWeCan' foundation."After 25 years in and around the 22 yards and almost 17 years of international cricket on and off, I have decided to move on. This game taught me how to fight, how to fall, to dust off, to get up again and move forward," said the 2011 World Cup hero.Applauding the cricketer for his strength and courage, veteran actor Anupam Kher tweeted "Dearest @YUVSTRONG12!!! You have inspired millions of Indians all over the world not only as a great cricketer but also as a person whose attitude towards life has been that of a complete WINNER. People like you don't retire. We will always applaud your strength & courage."[{796ecc22-bca6-4180-93a9-01934296aaab:intradmin/AK.JPG}]Calling Yuvraj a ...
Barty up 6 places, set to challenge Osaka's throne
Australia's Ashleigh Barty has jumped six places in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings, released on Monday, to challenge Naomi Osakas dominance. She is only 136 points away from dethroning the Japanese star.
Want to play in T20 leagues abroad: Yuvraj Singh
Unlike many, Yuvraj Singh won't be a part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) post his retirement from all forms of the game, saying he is now open to playing outside the country, in other T20 leagues.
(Attn ARITRA) I never stopped believing in myself: Yuvraj
However bad the times were, India's 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh never stopped believing in himself even if the world gave up.
Maria Sharapova plans to return to Mallorca Open
Maria Sharapova plans to play in the Mallorca Open after recovering from a shoulder injury.
5 times Yuvraj Singh took centrestage in T20 cricket
Yuvraj Singh called time on an illustrious career in which he played 402 international matches accross formats and scored 11,788 runs. By 2007, his prowess in ODI cricket was well-known and he took to T20s like duck takes to water.
Indian to face Tajikistan in Intercontinental Cup opener
Defending champions India will take on Tajikistan in the opening match of the Hero Intercontinental Cup 2019, scheduled to take place at the EKA Arena in Ahmedabad from July 7-18. The schedule for the four-nation tournament was announced here on Monday.
India to take on Tajikistan in Hero Intercontinental Cup opener
The Indian football team, under new head coach Igor Stimac, will take on Tajikistan in the opening clash of the Hero Intercontinental Cup scheduled to be held in Ahmedabad from July 7 to 18. After facing Tajikistan on July 5, India will meet North Korea on July 13, followed by their match against Syria on July 16. The top two teams from the round robin stage will qualify for the final that is scheduled on July 18. According to the latest FIFA rankings released in April, Syria are ranked 83rd followed by Tajikistan and North Korea, who are placed 120 and 121 respectively. India currently occupied 101st position in the rankings. The Blue Tigers are the defending champions as they lifted the title last year with a victory against Kenya in the final. The other two teams that competed last year were New Zealand and Chinese Taipei. The Indian side will be heading into the tournament on the back of a promising show in the King's Cup in Thailand, where they finished third. India had beaten ...
Namibia beat Ghana in international friendly
Namibia has defeated Ghana 1-0 in a friendly match in Dubai ahead of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals, which will open in Egypt on June 21.
Wanted to play IPL final and end cricket with satisfaction, says Yuvraj
Former India power-hitter Yuvraj Singh on Monday said had he been part of Mumbai Indians' playing XI in the IPL final, he would have ended his cricketing journey with satisfaction.The 37-year-old, who announced his retirement earlier today, said, "Lately, I was neither getting success nor opportunity to play. I had spent so much time on the ground and there were other reasons as well. I was confused about how to end my career.""We won this IPL but had I got a chance to be part of the XI, I would have left with satisfaction but one doesn't get everything in life. I started my career in 2000 and it had been 19 years. Last year, I had decided that this year's IPL would be my last outing and I'll give it my best shot," he added.When asked whether he requested BCCI for 'one last match', the Chandigarh-born said he never demanded any retirement game as he does not like to play such cricket."I was told if you cannot pass the YOYO Test then you can play a retirement match. Then I replied I ...
Retirement decision was Yuvi's own, says his mother Shabnam Singh
The decision of Yuvraj Singh to retire from all forms of cricket was his own, said Shabnam Singh, cricketer's mother, here on Monday."It was his decision to retire. Well, he has had a good career. He has won all the major tournaments, a very good accomplishment for him. He has done India proud. A mother can only stand in the back and appreciate his son," Shabnam Singh told ANI.Yuvraj's wife Hazel Keech said that she did not understand cricket before meeting Yuvi and said the cricketer has her support for his retirement decision."As a wife, it is not my place to tell him what to do. He has my full support on the retirement decision. I did not watch cricket before meeting Yuvi. When Yuvi's cricketing kit arrived in 2014, I saw him crying," said Keech."I didn't understand the emotion at that point. I guess only cricketers can understand how it is to get picked for the national team," added Keech.In reply to a question, Keech said: "I do not like the term survivor. Yes, you can overcome ..
Turkey slams Iceland over airport 'disrespect' to football team
Turkish officials vehemently criticised Iceland on Monday over "disrespectful" treatment of its football team at Reykjavik airport. The team was kept waiting for several hours at passport control on Sunday night and subjected to intense security checks, according to reports from the players published by Turkish media. Presidential spokesman Ibrahim Kalin took to Twitter to show his anger, slamming the "disrespect" against the national team as "unacceptable". "Our state and our people stand by the national team, which will give the best response on the field," he said. Fahrettin Altun, communications director at the Turkish presidency, also said the treatment was "not in line with diplomatic courtesy or sportsmanlike conduct." The foreign ministry issued a diplomatic protest note to Iceland via the Norwegian embassy, the private NTV broadcaster reported. There was no immediate explanation for the delay at passport control. "We have been waiting for three hours. They took everyone's ...
Djokovic leads rankings, but Nadal closer to ATP finals spot
Spanish star Rafael Nadals record-extending 12th French Open title has put him on top of the Race to London, an annual ranking that helps the top eight players qualify for the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) finals.
Cricketing fraternity reacts to Yuvi's retirement
India's hero during the 2011 World Cup, Yuvraj Singh, announced retirement from all forms of cricket on Monday after spending 25 years in and around the 22 yards and almost 17 years of international experience.His former teammates and opponents have taken to Twitter with their reactions on Yuvraj's retirement."Congratulations on a wonderful career playing for the country paji. You gave us so many memories and victories and I wish you the best for life and everything ahead. Absolute champion. @YUVSTRONG12," Indian skipper Virat Kohli tweeted."Congratulations Prince @YUVSTRONG12 on a wonderful career. You were the best ever white ball cricketer India had. @BCCI should retire Number 12 jersey in the tribute to your career. Wish I could bat like you Champion #Yuvrajsinghretires #ThankYouYuvraj #ThankYouYuvi," former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir tweeted.Mohammad Kaif, the Indian cricketer who has often been seen as Yuvi's partner-in-crime, their partnership in the 2002 Natwest series ...
FIH Academy, HI conduct technical officials course
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) Academy along with the Hockey India (HI) completed the three-day Level 2 technical officials course, which started on June 4. It was conducted by Iain Dugald Mckay, FIH Academy Technical Official Educator and also FIH International Advancement Panel Technical Official.