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<p>The first T20I match between India and New Zealand took place in front of a capacity crowd at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi, in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand. While both sets of players in the match took to the ground, none received as loud support or whistle as a man sitting in the hospitality stand of the stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was former Indian captain MS Dhoni, for whom the Ranchi crowd had reserved the biggest cheer of the night. His fan following left New Zealand allrounder Jimmy Neesham perplexed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When asked during the post-match show about the crazy fan following of Dhoni, Neesham said it was a 'great feeling' as it allowed players like him to slip under the radar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a great feeling actually. You sort of feel, you can fly under the radar. No one is really there to watch you bat or bowl," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Everyone is there to watch someone else. I always quite enjoyed it to be honest, coming to India knowing that the pressure will be on someone else."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/no-one-thought-hardik-pandya-surprised-after-defeat-against-new-zealand-in-first-t20i-556721" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: 'No one thought...': Hardik Pandya surprised after defeat against New Zealand in first T20I</strong></a></p>

<p>Dhoni along with his wife Sakshi Dhoni attended the match. Whenever the camera zoomed upon him, the entire stadium went berserk. At one point, the stadium reverberated with chants of 'Dhoni, Dhoni, Dhoni' - showcasing the demigod status the former Indian player had acquired.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sunil Gavaskar, who was on air at the time noted the 'accreditation card' Dhoni was wearing and said, he did not need the card for identification in any part of India - much less so in&nbsp;Ranchi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Dhoni certainly grabbed the spotlight, the Indian team could not produce a cohesive performance on the pitch.</p>

<p>After clean sweeping the visitors in the ODI series, the men-in-blue were given a reality check when the Black Caps produced a spirited bowling performance to win the game by 21 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mitchell-santner-stars-with-ball-as-new-zealand-draws-first-blood-in-t20is-wins-ranchi-match-by-21runs-556644" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: Mitchell Santner stars with ball as New Zealand draws first blood in T20Is, wins Ranchi match by 21 runs</strong></a></p>

<p>India and New Zealand will square off again in the second T20I on Saturday at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;</p>

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The first T20I match between India and New Zealand took place in front of a capacity crowd at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi, in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand.

The first T20I match between India and New Zealand took place in front of a capacity crowd at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi, in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand. While both sets of players in the match took to the ground, none received as loud support or whistle as a man sitting in the hospitality stand of the stadium. It was former Indian captain MS Dhoni, for whom the Ranchi crowd had reserved the biggest cheer of the night. His fan following left New Zealand allrounder Jimmy Neesham perplexed. When asked during the post-match show about the crazy fan following of Dhoni, Neesham said it was a 'great feeling' as it allowed players like him to slip under the radar. "It's a great feeling actually. You sort of feel, you can fly under the radar. No one is really there to watch you bat or bowl," he said. "Everyone is there to watch someone else. I always quite enjoyed it to be honest, coming to India knowing that the pressure will be on someone else." Read more: 'No one thought...': Hardik Pandya surprised after defeat against New Zealand in first T20I Dhoni along with his wife Sakshi Dhoni attended the match. Whenever the camera zoomed upon him, the entire stadium went berserk. At one point, the stadium reverberated with chants of 'Dhoni, Dhoni, Dhoni' - showcasing the demigod status the former Indian player had acquired. MSD + Ranchi = 🤩 When the Ranchi crowd welcomed the legendary @msdhoni in style 😃👌#TeamIndia | #INDvNZ | @mastercardindia pic.twitter.com/40FoEDudSv — BCCI (@BCCI) January 27, 2023 × Sunil Gavaskar, who was on air at the time noted the 'accreditation card' Dhoni was wearing and said, he did not need the card for identification in any part of India - much less so in Ranchi. While Dhoni certainly grabbed the spotlight, the Indian team could not produce a cohesive performance on the pitch. After clean sweeping the visitors in the ODI series, the men-in-blue were given a reality check when the Black Caps produced a spirited bowling performance to win the game by 21 runs. Read more: Mitchell Santner stars with ball as New Zealand draws first blood in T20Is, wins Ranchi match by 21 runs India and New Zealand will square off again in the second T20I on Saturday at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'No one is there to watch you bat or bowl': Jimmy Neesham in awe of MS Dhoni's fandom

<p>Aryna Sabalenka created history at the Rod Laver Arena on Saturday by winning her maiden Grand Slam, defeating Elena Rybakina 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the final of the Australian Open.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Belarusian tennis star lay&nbsp;hands upon&nbsp;the prestigious Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup and won the&nbsp;$2 million&nbsp;prize money after coming from a set&nbsp;down.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It wasn't an easy climb for Sabalenka. She started the game in the most anticlimactic fashion as they come - serving a double fault upfront and later doing the same on the championship point.&nbsp;</p>

<p>22nd-seed&nbsp;Rybakina took the initiative and broke Sabalenka 2-1 and comfortably wrapped the set 6-4 in under 34 minutes to drop the first blood.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Not playing at her optimum, Sabalenka improved her court coverage in the second set and managed to impose herself into the match, earning her first break at 3-1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rybakina was forced on her wide forehand and made to work hard as&nbsp;Sabalenka's menacing groundstrokes came to the party. She wrapped the second set 6-3 with an ace to level the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-want-it-to-happen-sabalenka-on-an-all-belarusian-final-at-australian-open-555903"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;'I want it to happen', Sabalenka on an all-Belarusian final at Australian Open</strong></a></p>

<p>Serving first in the final set, last year's Wimbledon champion took the game 40-30 before the Belarusian returned the favour with a powerful serving game.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Playing with laser precision, Rybakina's first double fault of the match came in the fifth game of the set. However, the 23-year-old sent in two booming serves to deuce the game and later win it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first break in the set came for Sabalenka at 4-3 when she fashioned some sumptuous&nbsp;forehand and backhand winners down the line.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rybakina's body language at the end of the particular game&nbsp;suggested Sabalenka had wrestled some of the momentum away from her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Afterwards, it was only a matter of time before Sabalenka applied the finishing touches.&nbsp;Rybakina, however, did not go down without a fight. She pushed Sabalenka to four championship points before finally failing to come up with an answer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With the win, Sabalenka will rise second in the ATP world rankings. Meanwhile, Rybakina will break into the top-10 after having received no points for her Wimbledon win last year.&nbsp;</p>

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Aryna Sabalenka created history at the Rod Laver Arena on Saturday by winning her maiden Grand Slam, defeating Elena Rybakina 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the final of the Australian Open.

Aryna Sabalenka created history at the Rod Laver Arena on Saturday by winning her maiden Grand Slam, defeating Elena Rybakina 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the final of the Australian Open. The Belarusian tennis star lay hands upon the prestigious Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup and won the $2 million prize money after coming from a set down. It wasn't an easy climb for Sabalenka. She started the game in the most anticlimactic fashion as they come - serving a double fault upfront and later doing the same on the championship point. 22nd-seed Rybakina took the initiative and broke Sabalenka 2-1 and comfortably wrapped the set 6-4 in under 34 minutes to drop the first blood. Not playing at her optimum, Sabalenka improved her court coverage in the second set and managed to impose herself into the match, earning her first break at 3-1. Rybakina was forced on her wide forehand and made to work hard as Sabalenka's menacing groundstrokes came to the party. She wrapped the second set 6-3 with an ace to level the match. Read more: 'I want it to happen', Sabalenka on an all-Belarusian final at Australian Open Serving first in the final set, last year's Wimbledon champion took the game 40-30 before the Belarusian returned the favour with a powerful serving game. Playing with laser precision, Rybakina's first double fault of the match came in the fifth game of the set. However, the 23-year-old sent in two booming serves to deuce the game and later win it. The first break in the set came for Sabalenka at 4-3 when she fashioned some sumptuous forehand and backhand winners down the line. Rybakina's body language at the end of the particular game suggested Sabalenka had wrestled some of the momentum away from her. Afterwards, it was only a matter of time before Sabalenka applied the finishing touches. Rybakina, however, did not go down without a fight. She pushed Sabalenka to four championship points before finally failing to come up with an answer. With the win, Sabalenka will rise second in the ATP world rankings. Meanwhile, Rybakina will break into the top-10 after having received no points for her Wimbledon win last year. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Australian Open: Aryna Sabalenka wins her maiden Grand Slam after a two-hour epic

<p>Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag does not think he has had a major part to play in Marcus Rashford's revival as a player,&nbsp;saying he is not 'Harry Potter'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I'm not Harry Potter. It's just confidence. Every player has to get his own confidence. You have to fight for this," said Ten hag ub a pre-match press conference ahead of his side's FA Cup encounter against Reading.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Of course, me and my coaching staff bring structures, especially in the way of playing. We have given him some routines for what he needs to get into the right position but finally, it's up to him to play."</p>

<p>After the World Cup, Rashford has scored 10 goals in 10 matches, silencing his critics and playing an important role in United's resurgence under Ten Hag.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-trigger-contract-extension-for-key-players-but-one-veteran-misses-out-545090"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;Manchester United trigger contract extension for key players but one 'veteran' misses out</strong></a></p>

<p>The striker had a dip in form after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first season and rumours of him being transferred to another club had started to gain pace.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi last year&nbsp;said his club was on the lookout to avail the services of the 25-year-old.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He's another player who's amazing and for free? To have Rashford for free, every club will run after him.&nbsp;Maybe summer, why not? If he is a free agent, we can talk to him directly."</p>

<p>However, ever since the Dutch manager's arrival, Rashford has turned a corner. Ten Hag has shown faith in Rashford by not only giving him a contract extension but also making bold comparisons to his peers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"From the first moment, I recognised huge potential. And now to get out the potential, I believe when Marcus's positioning is on the back of the defending line, there is almost no better player in the world."</p>

<p>"There is Mbappe in this moment, a type like him. But when he (Rashford)'s getting in that position, he's great and you see he's really improved also out of possession."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-manager-erik-ten-hag-makes-an-astonishing-mbappe-rashford-comparison-542188"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag makes an astonishing Mbappe-Rashford comparison</strong></a></p>

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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag does not think he has had a major part to play in Marcus Rashford's revival as a player, saying he is not 'Harry Potter'. "I'm not Harry Potter.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag does not think he has had a major part to play in Marcus Rashford's revival as a player, saying he is not 'Harry Potter'. "I'm not Harry Potter. It's just confidence. Every player has to get his own confidence. You have to fight for this," said Ten hag ub a pre-match press conference ahead of his side's FA Cup encounter against Reading. "Of course, me and my coaching staff bring structures, especially in the way of playing. We have given him some routines for what he needs to get into the right position but finally, it's up to him to play." After the World Cup, Rashford has scored 10 goals in 10 matches, silencing his critics and playing an important role in United's resurgence under Ten Hag. Read more: Manchester United trigger contract extension for key players but one 'veteran' misses out The striker had a dip in form after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first season and rumours of him being transferred to another club had started to gain pace. PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi last year said his club was on the lookout to avail the services of the 25-year-old. "He's another player who's amazing and for free? To have Rashford for free, every club will run after him. Maybe summer, why not? If he is a free agent, we can talk to him directly." However, ever since the Dutch manager's arrival, Rashford has turned a corner. Ten Hag has shown faith in Rashford by not only giving him a contract extension but also making bold comparisons to his peers. "From the first moment, I recognised huge potential. And now to get out the potential, I believe when Marcus's positioning is on the back of the defending line, there is almost no better player in the world." "There is Mbappe in this moment, a type like him. But when he (Rashford)'s getting in that position, he's great and you see he's really improved also out of possession." Read more: Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag makes an astonishing Mbappe-Rashford comparison (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'I'm not Harry Potter': Erik ten Hag on Marcus Rashford's turnaround in form

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<p>Ahead of next month's Border Gavaskar Trophy in India, Australian opener David Warner has said he is feeling 'tired and exhausted' after a busy summer cricketing season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's been challenging. I'm quite tired, exhausted," Warner told reporters after his franchise Sydney Thunder crashed out of the BBL.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There are a few guys who have gone to the UAE League, which aren't going to the Cricket Australia awards. From my perspective, that would've been nice to have had another night at home."</p>

<p>The summer cricketing season started in August for the left-hander who played in the white ball series against New Zealand, Zimbabwe and England. He later played in the T20 World Cup and five Tests before returning to the BBL action.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-announce-test-squad-for-the-border-gavaskar-trophy-sky-makes-the-cut-552468" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: India announce squad for Border-Gavaskar trophy; SKY makes the cut in Test cricket</strong></a></p>

<p>Warner, however, took the action in his stride and hoped that he could stay fresh for the next BBL season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"You're not really trying to negate the spinning ball, it's a white ball as well. For me, it was about coming back and trying to inject some energy into the Thunder team and trying to put my best foot forward for the team. It hasn't come off this year.</p>

<p>"But it is what it is. It's going to be a long lead-in to our summer. From a personal point of view, I'm going to have to try and work out how to stay nice and fresh."</p>

<p>Warner had a blow-hot, blow-cold form throughout the season as he struggled to string quality performances consistently.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The four-match Test series against India starts on February 9. Warner is expected to shoulder the opening responsibilities in the Indian conditions where he has averaged a lowly 24 over the years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If Australia are to defeat the Indian Test side in alien conditions, Warner will have to shrug off the exhaustion and bring his A-game to the party.</p>

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Ahead of next month's Border Gavaskar Trophy in India, Australian opener David Warner has said he is feeling 'tired and exhausted' after a busy summer cricketing season.

Ahead of next month's Border Gavaskar Trophy in India, Australian opener David Warner has said he is feeling 'tired and exhausted' after a busy summer cricketing season. "It's been challenging. I'm quite tired, exhausted," Warner told reporters after his franchise Sydney Thunder crashed out of the BBL. "There are a few guys who have gone to the UAE League, which aren't going to the Cricket Australia awards. From my perspective, that would've been nice to have had another night at home." The summer cricketing season started in August for the left-hander who played in the white ball series against New Zealand, Zimbabwe and England. He later played in the T20 World Cup and five Tests before returning to the BBL action. Read more: India announce squad for Border-Gavaskar trophy; SKY makes the cut in Test cricket Warner, however, took the action in his stride and hoped that he could stay fresh for the next BBL season. "You're not really trying to negate the spinning ball, it's a white ball as well. For me, it was about coming back and trying to inject some energy into the Thunder team and trying to put my best foot forward for the team. It hasn't come off this year. "But it is what it is. It's going to be a long lead-in to our summer. From a personal point of view, I'm going to have to try and work out how to stay nice and fresh." Warner had a blow-hot, blow-cold form throughout the season as he struggled to string quality performances consistently. The four-match Test series against India starts on February 9. Warner is expected to shoulder the opening responsibilities in the Indian conditions where he has averaged a lowly 24 over the years. If Australia are to defeat the Indian Test side in alien conditions, Warner will have to shrug off the exhaustion and bring his A-game to the party. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'I'm quite tired, exhausted', says David Warner ahead of next month's Test series against India

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<p>Ahead of the men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas, Australian Open chief Craig Tiley has warned the Serbian and his family. After Djokovic's father Srdjan Djokovic was pictured posing with a Russian flag-holding fan, Tiley said the family needed to be 'really careful' as the tournament was a platform that could be used by people for 'disruptive' purposes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"My advice is that you have to be really careful because if this is an event of global significance, it's a platform," Tiley was quoted as saying by AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"When you have hundreds of thousands of people come through the gate, you're going to naturally have some people that are coming here with an intention to be disruptive, and don't get yourself caught in the middle of that."</p>

<p>Notably, on Wednesday, a video posted on YouTube by a known Vladimir Putin supporter showed Djokovic's father posing alongside him for a picture. The man wore a 'Z' symbol on his shirt and held a Russian flag with Putin's face on it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the post went viral, Djokovic's father released a statement saying, "I was outside with Novak’s fans as I have done after all of my son’s matches to celebrate his wins and take pictures with them. I had no intention of being caught up in this."</p>

<p>Tiley echoed a similar line and said Djokovic senior did not want to partake in such activity and that the family was against the ongoing war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The family were very good. They were upset that it was taken that way. There was no intention of it. His dad particularly does not support war and they're very focused on supporting peace."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/novak-djokovics-father-to-watch-sons-australian-open-semis-match-from-home-amid-flag-controversy-556506" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: Djokovic’s father to watch son's Australian Open semis match from home after Russian flag controversy</strong></a></p>

<p>Djokovic supported his father by saying he was 'misused' in the situation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He was passing through, made a photo, it has escalated. He was misused in this situation by this group of people. I can't be angry with him or upset because I can say it was not his fault. He went out to celebrate with my fans."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/russian-and-belarusian-flags-banned-from-australian-open-after-ukraines-complaint-553391" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: Russian and Belarusian flags banned from Australian Open after Ukraine's complaint</strong></a></p>

<p>Djokovic's father skipped his son's semi-final clash against Tommy Paul and choose to watch it from home - in an attempt&nbsp;to avoid any new controversy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Russian and Belarusian players were barred from participating in Wimbledon Grand Slam. However, the players from the two countries have been competing under a neutral flag in the season's first Grand Slam.</p>

<p>At the start of the Australian Open, Tennis Australia released a statement informing that spectators and players were barred from using the Russian or Belarusian flags in Melbourne Park.&nbsp;</p>

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Ahead of the men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas, Australian Open chief Craig Tiley has warned the Serbian and his family. After Djokovic's father Srdjan Djokovic was pictured posing with a Russian flag-holding fan, Tiley said the family needed to be 'really careful' as the tournament was a platform that could be used by people for 'disruptive' purposes.

Ahead of the men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas, Australian Open chief Craig Tiley has warned the Serbian and his family. After Djokovic's father Srdjan Djokovic was pictured posing with a Russian flag-holding fan, Tiley said the family needed to be 'really careful' as the tournament was a platform that could be used by people for 'disruptive' purposes. "My advice is that you have to be really careful because if this is an event of global significance, it's a platform," Tiley was quoted as saying by AFP. "When you have hundreds of thousands of people come through the gate, you're going to naturally have some people that are coming here with an intention to be disruptive, and don't get yourself caught in the middle of that." Notably, on Wednesday, a video posted on YouTube by a known Vladimir Putin supporter showed Djokovic's father posing alongside him for a picture. The man wore a 'Z' symbol on his shirt and held a Russian flag with Putin's face on it. After the post went viral, Djokovic's father released a statement saying, "I was outside with Novak’s fans as I have done after all of my son’s matches to celebrate his wins and take pictures with them. I had no intention of being caught up in this." Tiley echoed a similar line and said Djokovic senior did not want to partake in such activity and that the family was against the ongoing war. "The family were very good. They were upset that it was taken that way. There was no intention of it. His dad particularly does not support war and they're very focused on supporting peace." Read more: Djokovic’s father to watch son's Australian Open semis match from home after Russian flag controversy Djokovic supported his father by saying he was 'misused' in the situation. "He was passing through, made a photo, it has escalated. He was misused in this situation by this group of people. I can't be angry with him or upset because I can say it was not his fault. He went out to celebrate with my fans." Read more: Russian and Belarusian flags banned from Australian Open after Ukraine's complaint Djokovic's father skipped his son's semi-final clash against Tommy Paul and choose to watch it from home - in an attempt to avoid any new controversy. After Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Russian and Belarusian players were barred from participating in Wimbledon Grand Slam. However, the players from the two countries have been competing under a neutral flag in the season's first Grand Slam. At the start of the Australian Open, Tennis Australia released a statement informing that spectators and players were barred from using the Russian or Belarusian flags in Melbourne Park. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has penned an unusual post, confirming his desire to leave the club in the current winter transfer window.</p>

<p>Caicedo released a statement on his Instagram account where he said he was grateful to the club and its owner but now was the time to move on.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I am grateful to [club owner] Mr. [Tony] Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them. I always play football with a smile and with heart."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador."</p>

<p>The 21-year-old added that he wanted to bring a record transfer fee for the club to help them reinvest it and continue to be successful.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity.”</p>

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<p>According to reports, Caicedo did not train with the squad on Saturday and his decision to go public with the statement was another indication that he did not want to stay at the Amex anymore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Caicedo, owing to his superlative set of skills in the middle of the park has been courted by numerous clubs in the last few weeks. While Liverpool were in the race earlier, the current interest has come from Arsenal and Chelsea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal on Thursday submitted a $74&nbsp;million bid for the Ecuadorian.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the Seagulls rejected the request as they are seeking anywhere near $92&nbsp;million for the midfielder.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi remained optimistic that Caicedo will remain at the club, at least until the end of the season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He's a good guy. He's focused only on Brighton. I hope he can stay with us until the end of the season because in my opinion, it's the best solution for him, for us,"&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I spoke with him Wednesday and I told him my opinion. I think it's always difficult to change during a season. For our way, it's important for him to stay another four months with us."</p>

<p>Alongside, World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister, Caicedo forms the double pivot in Brighton's midfield. If he was to leave midway into the season with Brighton pushing for a European spot, it could throw a spanner into&nbsp;De Zerbi's work.&nbsp;</p>

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Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has penned an unusual post, confirming his desire to leave the club in the current winter transfer window. Caicedo released a statement on his Instagram account where he said he was grateful to the club and its owner but now was the time to move on.

Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has penned an unusual post, confirming his desire to leave the club in the current winter transfer window. Caicedo released a statement on his Instagram account where he said he was grateful to the club and its owner but now was the time to move on. "I am grateful to [club owner] Mr. [Tony] Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them. I always play football with a smile and with heart." "I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador." The 21-year-old added that he wanted to bring a record transfer fee for the club to help them reinvest it and continue to be successful. "The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Moisés Caicedo23 (@moises_caicedo55) × According to reports, Caicedo did not train with the squad on Saturday and his decision to go public with the statement was another indication that he did not want to stay at the Amex anymore. Caicedo, owing to his superlative set of skills in the middle of the park has been courted by numerous clubs in the last few weeks. While Liverpool were in the race earlier, the current interest has come from Arsenal and Chelsea. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal on Thursday submitted a $74 million bid for the Ecuadorian. However, the Seagulls rejected the request as they are seeking anywhere near $92 million for the midfielder. Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi remained optimistic that Caicedo will remain at the club, at least until the end of the season. "He's a good guy. He's focused only on Brighton. I hope he can stay with us until the end of the season because in my opinion, it's the best solution for him, for us," "I spoke with him Wednesday and I told him my opinion. I think it's always difficult to change during a season. For our way, it's important for him to stay another four months with us." Alongside, World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister, Caicedo forms the double pivot in Brighton's midfield. If he was to leave midway into the season with Brighton pushing for a European spot, it could throw a spanner into De Zerbi's work. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that growing up, he was routinely called the 'N-word' and that bananas were thrown at him by the bullies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“For me, school was probably the most traumatising and mostcolo difficult part of my life.I already was being bullied at the age of 6," said Hamilton&nbsp;in an interview for the On Purpose podcast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think at the time, (at) that particular school, I was probably one of three kids of colour and just bigger, stronger, bullying kids were throwing me around a lot of the time."</p>

<p>“And then constant jabs (jibes), the things that are thrown at you, like bananas, people that would use the N-word just so relaxed. People calling you half-caste and just really not knowing where you fit in."</p>

<p>Hamilton added that the lack of representation in history books took him by surprise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"That for me was difficult, and then when you go into history class and everything you learn in history there are no people of colour in the history they were teaching us. So I was thinking, ‘Where are the people who look like me?’”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hard-some-days-to-stay-positive-lewis-hamilton-reveals-he-struggled-mentally-and-emotionally-467219" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: 'Hard some days to stay positive': Lewis Hamilton reveals he struggled mentally and emotionally</strong></a></p>

<p>Being the only driver of colour on the grid, Hamilton has been one of the fiercest advocates of equality in the F1 paddock. He wore a rainbow-coloured helmet in Saudi Arabia Grand Prix to bring visibility to the host country's anti-LGBTQ laws.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He set up 'The Hamilton Commission' to improve F1's diversity and has frequently employed people of colour to bring them on par with their 'privileged' peers.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Hamilton's F1 season&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Hamilton had a difficult season last year after narrowly missing out on a record eighth F1 championship trophy in 2021.</p>

<p>Mercedes were not up to the mark as the car lagged in pace behind Ferarri and Red Bull.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, midway through the season, Hamilton and Mercedes picked up the pace and managed to make improvements.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After a sedate season, it is expected that Hamilton will once again charge for the championship.</p>

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Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that growing up, he was routinely called the 'N-word' and that bananas were thrown at him by the bullies.

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that growing up, he was routinely called the 'N-word' and that bananas were thrown at him by the bullies. “For me, school was probably the most traumatising and mostcolo difficult part of my life.I already was being bullied at the age of 6," said Hamilton in an interview for the On Purpose podcast. "I think at the time, (at) that particular school, I was probably one of three kids of colour and just bigger, stronger, bullying kids were throwing me around a lot of the time." “And then constant jabs (jibes), the things that are thrown at you, like bananas, people that would use the N-word just so relaxed. People calling you half-caste and just really not knowing where you fit in." Hamilton added that the lack of representation in history books took him by surprise. "That for me was difficult, and then when you go into history class and everything you learn in history there are no people of colour in the history they were teaching us. So I was thinking, ‘Where are the people who look like me?’” Read more: 'Hard some days to stay positive': Lewis Hamilton reveals he struggled mentally and emotionally Being the only driver of colour on the grid, Hamilton has been one of the fiercest advocates of equality in the F1 paddock. He wore a rainbow-coloured helmet in Saudi Arabia Grand Prix to bring visibility to the host country's anti-LGBTQ laws. He set up 'The Hamilton Commission' to improve F1's diversity and has frequently employed people of colour to bring them on par with their 'privileged' peers. Hamilton's F1 season Hamilton had a difficult season last year after narrowly missing out on a record eighth F1 championship trophy in 2021. Mercedes were not up to the mark as the car lagged in pace behind Ferarri and Red Bull. However, midway through the season, Hamilton and Mercedes picked up the pace and managed to make improvements. After a sedate season, it is expected that Hamilton will once again charge for the championship. Read more: ‘I find it stressful’: Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton reveals he is terrified driving on normal roads (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'People threw bananas at me, used the N-word': Lewis Hamilton opens up about racial abuse at school

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<p>Former boxing heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has been embroiled in another legal battle after a woman filed a civil suit, accusing him of raping her in a car in the early 1990s.&nbsp;"As a result of Tyson's rape, I suffered and continue to suffer from physical, psychological and emotional injury," said the woman, according to court filings.&nbsp;The woman is seeking $5 million in damages and said she was sexually assaulted when she got into Tyson's limousine. The boxer, according to the woman, started touching her and attempted to kiss her without consent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I told him no several times and asked him to stop, but he continued to attack me. He then pulled my pants off and violently raped me."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/former-heavyweight-champion-mike-tyson-spotted-on-wheelchair-pictures-go-viral-on-social-media-508318" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson spotted on wheelchair; pictures go viral on social media</strong></a></p>

<p>The woman filed the suit in a Manhattan court, earlier this month under a temporary New York state law (Adult Survivors Act) which allows sexual assault victims to seek damages regardless of the statute of limitations.&nbsp;Meaning, victims are granted one year to file lawsuits regarding sexual assault incident(s) that took place years or decades ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tyson or his associates have not yet released any statement confirming or denying the accusations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is not the first instance when Tyson has been accused of sexual assault. He served a three-year prison sentence for raping a beauty pageant contestant Desiree Washington in 1993.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, despite going to jail, Tyson maintained his innocence and said he never raped Washington.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shocking-mike-tyson-loses-his-cool-punches-fellow-passenger-in-flight-as-video-goes-viral-watch-472798" target="_blank"><strong>Shocking! Mike Tyson loses his cool, punches fellow passenger in flight as video goes viral - WATCH</strong></a></p>

<p>The boxing legend was notorious for his drug-fuelled, violent lifestyle back in the day. Though, an immaculate athlete in the boxing ring, Tyson's personal life outside was quite chaotic.</p>

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Former boxing heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has been embroiled in another legal battle after a woman filed a civil suit, accusing him of raping her in a car in the early 1990s.

Former boxing heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has been embroiled in another legal battle after a woman filed a civil suit, accusing him of raping her in a car in the early 1990s. "As a result of Tyson's rape, I suffered and continue to suffer from physical, psychological and emotional injury," said the woman, according to court filings. The woman is seeking $5 million in damages and said she was sexually assaulted when she got into Tyson's limousine. The boxer, according to the woman, started touching her and attempted to kiss her without consent. "I told him no several times and asked him to stop, but he continued to attack me. He then pulled my pants off and violently raped me." Read more: Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson spotted on wheelchair; pictures go viral on social media The woman filed the suit in a Manhattan court, earlier this month under a temporary New York state law (Adult Survivors Act) which allows sexual assault victims to seek damages regardless of the statute of limitations. Meaning, victims are granted one year to file lawsuits regarding sexual assault incident(s) that took place years or decades ago. Tyson or his associates have not yet released any statement confirming or denying the accusations. This is not the first instance when Tyson has been accused of sexual assault. He served a three-year prison sentence for raping a beauty pageant contestant Desiree Washington in 1993. However, despite going to jail, Tyson maintained his innocence and said he never raped Washington. Shocking! Mike Tyson loses his cool, punches fellow passenger in flight as video goes viral - WATCH The boxing legend was notorious for his drug-fuelled, violent lifestyle back in the day. Though, an immaculate athlete in the boxing ring, Tyson's personal life outside was quite chaotic. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Climate activists from the Just Stop Oil group went on trial on Wednesday for sitting on the track during the British Grand Prix last year.</p>

<p>Six activists are facing a jury trial on criminal charges of conspiring with others to cause a public nuisance and causing a public nuisance after they invaded the Silverstone circuit in July last year. All of the defendants have pleaded not guilty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They held the protest on the track in Northamptonshire, central England when the race had been suspended because of a serious accident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Most of the cars had already passed when they staged the sit-in but two vehicles with Japan's Yuki Tsunoda and France's Esteban Ocon at the wheel drove past during the protest, the prosecution told the court.</p>

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<p>The jury was shown footage of five protesters briefly sitting on the track before marshals dragged them away as two cars hurtled past.</p>

<p>The sixth activist was found in a car park with a cable tie, glue and a 'Just Stop Oil' banner and is accused of being involved in the protest.</p>

<p>Lawyer Simon Jones said the protesters' actions caused "an immediate risk of serious harm", both to themselves, the marshals and the drivers.</p>

<p>"Plainly they could have been struck by fast-moving vehicles with obvious severe consequences," he added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/woke-climate-activists-throw-tomato-soup-at-84-million-van-gogh-painting-525661"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;'Woke' climate activists throw tomato soup at $84 million Van Gogh painting</strong></a></p>

<p>"We say that their actions also caused risk to the drivers themselves and the marshals," he added, saying the protesters "deliberately chose to create and caused" risk to themselves, the drivers and marshals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Just Stop Oil wants a halt to all new fossil fuel projects and has staged eye-catching direct-action protests to raise awareness, blocking highways and throwing tomato soup over Vincent Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" painting.</p>

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Climate activists from the Just Stop Oil group went on trial on Wednesday for sitting on the track during the British Grand Prix last year. Six activists are facing a jury trial on criminal charges of conspiring with others to cause a public nuisance and causing a public nuisance after they invaded the Silverstone circuit in July last year.

Climate activists from the Just Stop Oil group went on trial on Wednesday for sitting on the track during the British Grand Prix last year. Six activists are facing a jury trial on criminal charges of conspiring with others to cause a public nuisance and causing a public nuisance after they invaded the Silverstone circuit in July last year. All of the defendants have pleaded not guilty. They held the protest on the track in Northamptonshire, central England when the race had been suspended because of a serious accident. Most of the cars had already passed when they staged the sit-in but two vehicles with Japan's Yuki Tsunoda and France's Esteban Ocon at the wheel drove past during the protest, the prosecution told the court. WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: Activists from 'Just Stop Oil' target artifacts across UK × The jury was shown footage of five protesters briefly sitting on the track before marshals dragged them away as two cars hurtled past. The sixth activist was found in a car park with a cable tie, glue and a 'Just Stop Oil' banner and is accused of being involved in the protest. Lawyer Simon Jones said the protesters' actions caused "an immediate risk of serious harm", both to themselves, the marshals and the drivers. "Plainly they could have been struck by fast-moving vehicles with obvious severe consequences," he added. Read more: 'Woke' climate activists throw tomato soup at $84 million Van Gogh painting "We say that their actions also caused risk to the drivers themselves and the marshals," he added, saying the protesters "deliberately chose to create and caused" risk to themselves, the drivers and marshals. Just Stop Oil wants a halt to all new fossil fuel projects and has staged eye-catching direct-action protests to raise awareness, blocking highways and throwing tomato soup over Vincent Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" painting. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Novak Djokovic was at his flawless best yet again as he served a masterclass to defeat fifth seed Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-2 6-4 and advance to the semi-finals of the Australian Open.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Djokovic, with his heavily strapped thigh, took to the court as a man possessed. From the first set, the Serbian played with authority and targeted Rublev's rather weak backhand. He broke early at 3-1 and did not look back from thereon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Russian showed flashes of brilliance that dug him out of a hole in the previous round against Danish teenager Holger Rune but the class of Djokovic simply proved too overpowering for him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the second set, Djokovic found himself in a minor spot of bother as he was forced to save a breakpoint. However, the nine-time champion at the Rod Laver Arena used his full experience to not only save the point but take the set as well.</p>

<p>Afterwards, he let out a huge roar, indicating his strong desire to go the distance yet again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Devoid of ideas and energy, Rublev somehow managed to stay in the game in the third set for the major part, before falling apart.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Andrey is a great opponent, great player. I have tons of respect for him, one of the biggest forehands, quickest players on the tour," said Djokovic after the match.</p>

<p>"I knew what the game plan was and it was important that I found my best tennis." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-open-djokovic-completes-de-minaur-demolition-to-storm-into-the-quarter-final-555149"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;Australian Open: Djokovic completes De Minaur demolition to storm into the quarter-final</strong></a></p>

<p>With the quarter-final win, Djokovic is 26 games unbeaten in the tournament, with the streak stretching back to 2018. He missed the last tournament after being deported, otherwise, the record could have been far more intimidating.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Serb has set up a last-four clash with American Tommy Paul. It will be his 10th semifinal appearance at Melbourne Park, a record only bettered by Roger Federer (15) and Jack Crawford (11).&nbsp;</p>

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Novak Djokovic was at his flawless best yet again as he served a masterclass to defeat fifth seed Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-2 6-4 and advance to the semi-finals of the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic was at his flawless best yet again as he served a masterclass to defeat fifth seed Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-2 6-4 and advance to the semi-finals of the Australian Open. Djokovic, with his heavily strapped thigh, took to the court as a man possessed. From the first set, the Serbian played with authority and targeted Rublev's rather weak backhand. He broke early at 3-1 and did not look back from thereon. The Russian showed flashes of brilliance that dug him out of a hole in the previous round against Danish teenager Holger Rune but the class of Djokovic simply proved too overpowering for him. WATCH | Djokovic can't forget Australian deportation but wants to move on In the second set, Djokovic found himself in a minor spot of bother as he was forced to save a breakpoint. However, the nine-time champion at the Rod Laver Arena used his full experience to not only save the point but take the set as well. Afterwards, he let out a huge roar, indicating his strong desire to go the distance yet again. Devoid of ideas and energy, Rublev somehow managed to stay in the game in the third set for the major part, before falling apart. "Andrey is a great opponent, great player. I have tons of respect for him, one of the biggest forehands, quickest players on the tour," said Djokovic after the match. "I knew what the game plan was and it was important that I found my best tennis." Read more: Australian Open: Djokovic completes De Minaur demolition to storm into the quarter-final With the quarter-final win, Djokovic is 26 games unbeaten in the tournament, with the streak stretching back to 2018. He missed the last tournament after being deported, otherwise, the record could have been far more intimidating. The Serb has set up a last-four clash with American Tommy Paul. It will be his 10th semifinal appearance at Melbourne Park, a record only bettered by Roger Federer (15) and Jack Crawford (11). (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic crushes Andrey Rublev, marches to the semi-finals

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<p>Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka is hoping for an all-Belarusian final at the Australian Open after she qualified for the last four on Wednesday, beating Donna Vekic. Sabalenka's statement comes at a time when Russian and Belarusian athletes have been forced to compete under neutral flags due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I really want it to happen. I know that Vika [Victoria Azarenka] will do everything she can to make it happens. I will do everything I can to make it happens. That's, yeah, going to be history. That's going to be just like unbelievable and tough to realise that this is actually happens."</p>

<p>While Sabalenka will be squaring off against Polish Magda Linette in the second semifinal, the first knockout will see Elena Rybakina take on Victoria Azarenka.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Azarenka is of Belarusian nationality, last year's Wimbledon champion Rybakina was born in Russia and switched allegiance to Kazakhstan in 2018.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, despite being a Kazakh, Rybakina was not allowed to collect 2000 points for her ATP rankings after winning Wimbledon last year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When asked if the treatment meted out to the athletes such as herself in the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war had affected her, Sabalenka replied in affirmative.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Well, I would say that of course it affect me a lot. There was tough and it's still tough. But I just understand that it's not my fault. Like, I have zero control. If I could do something, of course I would do it, but I cannot do anything. Just have this understanding really helping me to stay strong."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lift-russia-belarus-ban-former-tennis-great-billie-jean-king-urges-wimbledon-555841" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: 'Lift Russia, Belarus ban', former Tennis great Billie Jean King urges Wimbledon</strong></a></p>

<p>Notably, after Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Russian and Belarusian players were barred from participating in Wimbledon Grand Slam.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The&nbsp;All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) is still undecided on allowing athletes from the said countries in this year's event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, tennis great&nbsp;Billie Jean King urged Wimbledon&nbsp;to lift the ban on Russian and Belarusian players, saying&nbsp;'life is too short'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Just keep it the same way as the other ones are. Life is too short. I think they should get prize money. Just have them play and get their money."</p>

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Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka is hoping for an all-Belarusian final at the Australian Open after she qualified for the last four on Wednesday, beating Donna Vekic.

Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka is hoping for an all-Belarusian final at the Australian Open after she qualified for the last four on Wednesday, beating Donna Vekic. Sabalenka's statement comes at a time when Russian and Belarusian athletes have been forced to compete under neutral flags due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. "I really want it to happen. I know that Vika [Victoria Azarenka] will do everything she can to make it happens. I will do everything I can to make it happens. That's, yeah, going to be history. That's going to be just like unbelievable and tough to realise that this is actually happens." While Sabalenka will be squaring off against Polish Magda Linette in the second semifinal, the first knockout will see Elena Rybakina take on Victoria Azarenka. While Azarenka is of Belarusian nationality, last year's Wimbledon champion Rybakina was born in Russia and switched allegiance to Kazakhstan in 2018. However, despite being a Kazakh, Rybakina was not allowed to collect 2000 points for her ATP rankings after winning Wimbledon last year. When asked if the treatment meted out to the athletes such as herself in the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war had affected her, Sabalenka replied in affirmative. "Well, I would say that of course it affect me a lot. There was tough and it's still tough. But I just understand that it's not my fault. Like, I have zero control. If I could do something, of course I would do it, but I cannot do anything. Just have this understanding really helping me to stay strong." Read more: 'Lift Russia, Belarus ban', former Tennis great Billie Jean King urges Wimbledon Notably, after Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Russian and Belarusian players were barred from participating in Wimbledon Grand Slam. The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) is still undecided on allowing athletes from the said countries in this year's event. Earlier in the day, tennis great Billie Jean King urged Wimbledon to lift the ban on Russian and Belarusian players, saying 'life is too short'. "Just keep it the same way as the other ones are. Life is too short. I think they should get prize money. Just have them play and get their money." Read more: Australian Open: Novak Djokovic crushes Andrey Rublev, marches to the semi-finals (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'I want it to happen', Sabalenka on an all-Belarusian final at Australian Open

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