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Ind vs Eng: Third and fourth Test in Motera to have fans in attendance

01 Feb 2021 11:41 AM IST

By Baidurjo Bhose New Delhi [India], February 1 (ANI): The third Test between India and England slated to be played at the Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad will have fans in attendance.The third Test between India and England will be a day-night contest. The fourth match of the series will also

Abu Dhabi T10: Akhtar’s blazing knock helps Qalandars beat Deccan Gladiators

01 Feb 2021 11:18 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 1 (ANI): A brilliant captain’s knock from Sohail Akhtar and a fine display of tight bowling helped Qalandars inflict a 33-run defeat on Deccan Gladiator in the 12th match of the Abu Dhabi T10 at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium on Sunday.Akhtar cracked 72 runs, and

ISL 7: ATKMB completely deserved to win against Kerela, says coach Habas

01 Feb 2021 11:11 AM IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], February 1 (ANI): After defeating Kerela Blasters in the Indian Super League (ISL), ATK Mohun Bagan head coach Antonio Habas said that his side completely deserved to win against Kibu Vicuna’s side.A revitalised Marcelinho and talisman Roy Krishna inspired ATK Mohun Bagan to a thrilling comeback victory

Amit Pangal receives invitation for Iranian Boxing League

01 Feb 2021 10:57 AM IST

New Delhi [India], February 1 (ANI): Tokyo Olympics-bound Indian boxer Amit Panghal has received an invitation to participate in the seventh Iranian Boxing League.Currently, Panghal is practising at Bellary in Karnataka in India’s camp with his personal coach Anil Dhankhar. Before confirming his participation in the tournament, the boxer will

Abu Dhabi T10: Pooran’s powerful striking helps Northern Warriors defeat Bangla Tigers

01 Feb 2021 10:07 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 1 (ANI): Nicholas Pooran’s power-packed innings of 89 runs off just 26 balls with 12 sixes and three boundaries helped Northern Warriors post the second-highest score of 162 for 4 in the Abu Dhabi T10 to defeat Bangla Tigers on Sunday.It was a shower of sixes

David Luiz is one of our leaders, says Arteta

01 Feb 2021 09:59 AM IST

London [UK], February 1 (ANI): Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised defender David Luiz and said he is one of the leaders at the club who is working hard to become better.Having struggled with some injury issues this season, Luiz is now enjoying an excellent run of form and was named

Pierre Gasly tests positive for Covid-19

01 Feb 2021 09:39 AM IST

Paris [France], February 1 (ANI): AlphaTauri’s Pierre Gasly on Monday announced that he has tested positive for Covid-19.“I wanted to let you know that I tested positive for COVID-19. I have told everyone I’ve been in contact with during these last days,” Gasly tweeted.“I’m currently self-isolating and following the protocol

BBL: Sydney Sixers to consider playing Starc in finals

01 Feb 2021 09:12 AM IST

Sydney [Australia], February 1 (ANI): Sydney Sixers head coach Greg Shipperd has said that the side is considering playing Mitchell Starc in the finals of the Big Bash League (BBL) but the last call will be taken once it is decided whether the pacer is fit or not.Starc had signed

IPL 2021: KKR ropes in Nathan Leamon as strategic consultant

01 Feb 2021 09:09 AM IST

London [UK], February 1 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has hired England’s white-ball analyst Nathan Leamon as its strategic consultant ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.Leamon will now be involved with KKR’s auction planning, and he will work alongside AR Srikkanth, KKR’s current performance analyst, reported ESPNCricinfo.As

At $673 million, Messi’s deal biggest in sports history

01 Feb 2021 09:06 AM IST

BARCELONA: Lionel Messi’s contract with Barcelona is worth up to 555 million euros ($673 million) over four seasons, thus making his deal as the biggest signed by any athlete in sports history, says a report. According to Spanish newspaper El Mundo, Messi would receive a maximum of 55,52,37,619 euros ($67,39,19,105)

Manchester United winger Pellistri joins Alaves on loan

01 Feb 2021 09:06 AM IST

Manchester [UK], February 1 (ANI): Manchester United winger has joined Spanish club Alaves on loan for the remainder of the season.The 19-year-old signed for United in the summer of 2020 and has made a series of impressive appearances for our Under-23s side over the last few months.He will now head

Sourav Ganguly doing fine, discharged from hospital

01 Feb 2021 09:04 AM IST

Former India skipper and current BCCI president Sourav Ganguly was discharged from the Apollo Gleneagles Hospital on Sunday after undergoing a second round of angioplasty. According to hospital sources, Ganguly is currently doing fine and has been advised to be on medication and follow a strict routine for the next