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All-rounder Hardik Pandya , who led Team India during the Ireland series and also in the fifth and final T20I against West Indies, has been relishing the responsibility given to him. Starting from IPL 2022, where he led the debutants Gujarat Titans to the title, to his all-round performance for the national side, he has been making winning contributions. As the team now gears up for the upcoming Asia Cup, former India wicketkeeper and ex-chief of the selection committee, Kiran More praised Hardik Pandya for getting his fitness level up to be able to bowl four overs in addition to his batting and said that players like him are always needed in the team. "Yes, definitely. The way Hardik Pandya has got back in form, bowling to 140-147 km. When the captain gets such a player in the team who can bowl 4 overs and take wickets as well as gets runs for the team and a finisher as well, such players are needed in the team," said Kiran More on Star Sports show 'Follow The Blues'. … [Read more...] about “Such Players Are Needed In The Team”: Former India Selector On Hardik Pandya | Cricket News

Chahal overtook Wanindu Hasaranga, who was also on 26 wickets and better economy rate, with the dismissal of Gujarat Titans skipper Hardik Pandya in the IPL 2022 Final on Sunday (May 29). RR opener Buttler, the runaway leader for most runs, was uncatchable at the top thanks to his four hundreds this season. His skipper Sanju Samson along with Gujarat Titans trio of Pandya, Shubman Gill and David Miller also made strides, but none could surpass Buttler. In the Purple Cap leaderboard, Chahal and his teammate Prasidh Krishna along with GT bowlers Mohammed Shami and Rashid Khan moved places. Here is a look at the updated IPL 2022 orange cap and purple cap leaderboard after GT vs RR Final on 29 May: IPL 2022 Orange Cap Leaderboard Position Player Matches Runs Highest Score Strike Rate 50s 100s 1. Jos Buttler (RR) 17 863 116 149.05 4 4 2. KL Rahul (LSG) 15 616 103* 135.38 4 2 3. Quinton de Kock … [Read more...] about IPL 2022 Orange Cap And Purple Cap Leaderboard | IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap Winners from 2008 to 2022

Teen stars Coco Gauff and Emma Raducanu hailed Serena Williams as an inspiration and a game-changing tennis legend on Tuesday, hours after the 23-time Grand Slam champion revealed impending retirement plans. World number 11 Gauff, inspired to play tennis by Williams, said she was shocked to hear her say the "countdown has begun" to departure for an icon who can motivate another generation of superstars. "The legacy that she has left through her tennis career is something that I don't think any other player can probably touch," Gauff said. "It is something that can inspire many more generations. "I grew up watching her -- that's the reason why I play tennis." Williams became an African American icon in a mostly white sport, just as Gauff is starting to do with two titles at age 19, and Gauff reminded fans that Williams is far from fading away even if her days in competitive tennis are nearing an end at age 40. "I mean, she's not dead but people are talking about it like … [Read more...] about “Reason Why I Play Tennis”: Teen Stars Hail Serena Williams As Inspirational Game Changer | Tennis News

'MI Emirates’ in UAE’s International League T20 (IL T20) and 'MI Cape Town’ in Cricket South Africa T20 League are the team names that will adorn the iconic blue and gold of the team. 'MI Emirates’ and 'MI Cape Town’ – these names were chosen as they call out the specific regions from where the teams will be based, said a media release from the Mumbai Indians. The teams, 'MI Emirates’ or phonetically “MY Emirates” and 'MY Cape Town’ respectively, are dedicated to fans across both the Emirates and Cape Town. The new entities take the iconic Mumbai Indians identity and weaves in the local influence. The global expansion of #OneFamily will bring to the leagues the ethos and the values that have helped elevate Mumbai Indians to be one of the most loved teams in franchise cricket. Nita M Ambani, Director of Reliance Industries, said: “It gives me great pleasure to welcome 'MI Emirates’ & 'MI Cape Town’, the newest additions to our #Onefamily. “For us, MI goes beyond … [Read more...] about Mumbai Indians go global, unveil MI Cape Town in South Africa and MI Emirates in UAE

Australia Women captain Meg Lanning , who recently led the team to the gold medal in the Commonwealth Games, is taking an indefinite break from cricket, Cricket Australia (CA) announced in a statement on Wednesday. "Australia Women's Team captain, Meg Lanning has advised Cricket Australia (CA) that she will take a period of indefinite leave effective immediately," CA wrote in its statement. She will miss this year's edition of The Hundred and a decision on her participation in Australia's home summer will be taken later, the board said. If anyone deserves a break, it's Meg Lanning. pic.twitter.com/BC8fKTwSDw — Cricket Australia (@CricketAus) August 10, 2022 "After a busy couple of years, I've made the decision take a step back to enable me to spend time focusing on myself," Lanning was quoted as saying in the statement. "I'm grateful for the support of CA and my teammates and ask that my privacy is respected during this time." "We're proud of Meg for acknowledging … [Read more...] about Australia Captain Meg Lanning Takes Indefinite Break From Cricket | Cricket News

With the announcement of India's Asia Cup T20I squad, there is enough indication about the players who will be closely watched going into the T20 World Cup. With fast bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah missing the Asia Cup due to injury, the Indian pace bowling will be manned by Bhuvneshwar Kumar , Arshdeep Singh and Avesh Khan . While the experienced Bhuvneshwar is almost a certainty for the T20 World Cup squad, the latter two would be expected to give good performances to push their case of making it to the squad for showpiece event. Former Indian cricket team player Sanjay Manjrekar has now given his opinion on the two young pacers, who come with different skillsets. "There is actually a nice race going on for that flight to Australia to get that seat in business class. You know these guys travel business class. We used to be in economy, so I say that very sort of grudgingly," Sanjay Manjrekar said on Sports 18. "So, a race is going on to get those seats on business … [Read more...] about Sanjay Manjrekar Explains Why “Avesh Is Slightly Behind” Arshdeep In T20 WC Race | Cricket News

Dubai: Star India batter Virat Kohli is a quality player and has all the tools needed to come out of his prolonged dip in form, said former Sri Lanka skipper Mahela Jayawardene. Kohli and a fit-again KL Rahul on Monday returned to a 15-member Indian squad for the Asia Cup scheduled to be held in Dubai and Sharjah from August 27 to September 11. Kohli is enduring his worst slump in form and has not scored a century in international cricket since November 2019. His last assignment was the England tour where he could manage just 76 runs from six innings across formats, which included the rescheduled fifth Test, two ODIs and as many T20s in July. The former skipper was rested for limited over West Indies tour and the upcoming ODIs against Zimbabwe. "It is unfortunate what Virat is going through right now at the moment, but he is a quality player," said Jayawardene in the latest episode of The ICC Review show. "I believe Virat has the tools to come out of it (the form … [Read more...] about “Would Be A Concern”: Jayawardene On KL Rahul’s Lack Of Game Time Ahead Of Asia Cup | Cricket News

Sydney: Australia women’s team captain Meg Lanning has taken an indefinite break from cricket and has also informed Cricket Australia about the same. Lanning, who took Australia women to a gold medal win in the recently concluded Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, took the decision due to personal reasons, with no definite timeline for return. Lanning will also skip the Hundred tournament where she was set to represent Trent Rockets. Speaking at her sudden decision to take a break from cricket, Lanning said that she needs to spend some time focusing on herself. She also thanked CA and her teammates for their support. “After a busy couple of years, I’ve made the decision take a step back to enable me to spend time focusing on myself. “I’m grateful for the support of CA and my teammates and ask that my privacy is respected during this time.” “We’re proud of Meg for acknowledging that she needs a break and will continue to support her during this time. “She’s been an incredible … [Read more...] about Australian Captain Meg Lanning Takes Indefinite Break From Cricket

Manchester United wrapped up the closing months of their miserable 2021/22 season by circling the crucial need for a defensive midfielder and an elite forward as the most pressing squad priorities. They are, with three weeks left of the transfer window to run, still without both. While neighbours Manchester City long snapped up Kalvin Phillips and Erling Haaland for those positions - two names deeply coveted by United - the Old Trafford side are scrambling around the cheap, easy to do, short-term aisle. They are trying to finalise a deal for Adrien Rabiot - a man Juventus can't wait to be rid of - to play in the centre of the park. Podcast: What is going on at Old Trafford? To cure their issues of having a wantaway, ageing attacker and an injured one they would have sold, they turned to 33-year-old Marko Arnautovic. That miscalculation has only been wafted away by Bologna pricing United out of a deal and an understandable backlash from the fanbase. … [Read more...] about Manchester United recruitment strategy in question amid troubled transfer window

Manchester United are the easiest team to play against in the Premier League, says Gary Neville, as he reiterates his desire to see the Glazer family sell the club after the team were beaten 2-1 by Brighton in Erik ten Hag's first game in charge. Any summer optimism soon faded as two first-half goals from Pascal Gross were enough to give Graham Potter's side victory at Old Trafford. Speaking to Sky Sports afterwards, Neville highlighted problems with the owners, the players, and the recruitment at the club. "They are the easiest team to play against in the league - that's a massive worry. The openness of them is unbelievable. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Brighton's win against Manchester United "It will have been a shock to him [Ten Hag] after a promising pre-season. "But anyone who has watched those Manchester United players he has been handed will recognise that is a … [Read more...] about Gary Neville urges Glazer family to sell Manchester United after Erik ten Hag’s first game ends in defeat to Brighton