England's attack faces a tough battle to earn the tourists first-innings parity with India after "another bad day at the office" for the batsmen, says Nasser Hussain. Joe Root's side succumbed to 205 all out on day one of the fourth Test after choosing to bat first, with the hosts closing on 24-1 to trail by 181 runs. Fourth Test scorecard: India vs England Day One in Ahmedabad - as it happened Spinners Ravichandran Ashwin (3-47) and Axar Patel (4-68) did the bulk of the damage, taking seven wickets between them, and, although India will have to bat last, Hussain told The Cricket Show that England cannot afford to fall too far behind in the game. "It was another bad day at the office," said the former England captain. "There was nothing wrong with the pitch this time. "They've had the full spectrum of pitches in this series. They've had two poor pitches - I think we've all agreed on that. Some people have gone easier on India and some people have gone … [Read more...] about England’s batting failings in India exposed again on best surface of series so far, says Nasser Hussain
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India vs England 2021: Injured Ravindra Jadeja Shares ‘Best Experience’ on Roadtrip With Three Lions | WATCH VIDEO
If India is missing one player in the ongoing Test at Chennai against England, that would probably be Ravindra Jadeja – who could have been an asset for the side in the game. Jadeja is out of the first two Tests against England in Chennai due to an injury he picked up in Australia – not long back. With the nation hoping Jadeja comes back to the side immediately, the all-rounder shared an update about his whereabouts with his fans. In a video, he shared on Twitter – it appears to seem he is on a safari where he has bumped into three lions. The cricketer describes it as his ‘best experience’. His caption read: “Woah ! Best experience ever.” Woah ! Best experience ever #sasangir #roadtrip pic.twitter.com/nCLwjEv1N1 Ravindrasinh jadeja (@imjadeja) February 8, 2021 This is not the first time Jadeja has got close to a lion. In the past, he has also got into trouble for his adventures with lions. Jadeja is a crucial member of the side and on … [Read more...] about India vs England 2021: Injured Ravindra Jadeja Shares ‘Best Experience’ on Roadtrip With Three Lions | WATCH VIDEO
High school basketball: Jalen Duren headlines MaxPreps National Player of the Year Watch List
5-star 2022 center Jalen Duren high school highlights 20,810 views 2:17 With the calendar turning to January and this scattered high school basketball season taking form, a number of players have started to distinguish themselves as frontrunners for MaxPreps National Player of the Year honors.Jalen Duren of top-ranked Montverde Academy is one who's emerged as a slight leader after a dominant week at the NIBC St. James Invitational. The No. 2 prospect in the junior class, Duren surpassed preseason favorite Emoni Bates after displaying his dominance on both sides of the ball against the nations' best.Others in the mix include Kennedy Chandler of Sunrise Christian Academy, Chet Holmgren of Minnehaha Academy and Jabari Smith of Sandy Creek. Players like Paolo Banchero of O'Dea (Seattle), A.J. Griffin of Archbishop Stepinac (White Plains, N.Y.) and Peyton Watson of Long Beach Poly (Long Beach, Calif.) are not included in this watch list as their states are currently not in-season, but … [Read more...] about High school basketball: Jalen Duren headlines MaxPreps National Player of the Year Watch List
5 Daytona 500 storylines to watch
As NASCAR’s offseason comes to an end and teams prepare for Sunday’s Daytona 500, there are many storylines to keep an eye on throughout the week at Daytona International Speedway. From drivers in new places to others trying to accomplish new feats or feats not achieved in years, Daytona has much to offer this week. Action begins with Tuesday night’s Busch Clash and ends with the sport’s biggest race of the season. Here is a look at five key storylines: Can Denny Hamlin become the first driver to win three consecutive Daytona 500s? Hamlin is only the fourth driver in Daytona 500 history to have this chance. Richard Petty won the race in 1973 and ’74. He placed seventh in 1975, crossing the finish line eight laps behind. Cale Yarborough won in 1983 and ’84. He finished 36th in 1985 after an engine failure. Sterling Marlin won in 1994 and ’95. He finished 40th in 1996 after an engine failure. For as immense as this feat by Hamlin would be, … [Read more...] about 5 Daytona 500 storylines to watch
Kiper: Owusu-Koramoah one of best pure football players in NFL Draft
Former Notre Dame linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah is coming off an outstanding senior season that saw him become the program's 35th unanimous All-American and take home the Butkus Award as the nation’s top linebacker. And now his NFL Draft stock is on the rise. In the latest episode of the First Draft podcast, ESPN NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. pegged the 6-foot-1.5, 215-pounder as one of the best pure football players in the class. "He is nothing but a consistent, all-around player," Kiper said . "I mean you watch him cover, you watch him play the outside, make plays in space, getting behind get into the backfield. He's smart. Some of the tackles he made in one-on-one, open-field situations were remarkable. I haven't seen a lot of that in recent years. He did it. “So I think if he would have had more sacks (he could have been higher). Versatile linebacker; I have him at 14. I think he's going to be a really good pick for somebody. I think you talk about who the best … [Read more...] about Kiper: Owusu-Koramoah one of best pure football players in NFL Draft