Erik ten Hag praised Erling Haaland's goalscoring instincts but stressed that Manchester United will not focus solely on the Norwegian striker when they take on Manchester City in a Premier League derby clash.

Later on Sunday, United will have the formidable task of containing Haaland, who has made a blistering start to his City career with 11 league goals in seven games since arriving from Borussia Dortmund in the close season.

When asked if he had discussed Haaland with the striker's former Dortmund teammate Jadon Sancho, who now plays for United, Ten Hag told reporters, "of course when you have a player who played in the past with a player, you ask him."

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"I also think it is our job in advance to analyse as a team and if individual players have huge contribution to the result, we have to do our job and that is what I am doing with my staff and players because they can give us more details," Ten Hag added.

"I like Haaland's attitude. How he is on the pitch. He is direct, his life is about goals and he is direct to the goal of the opponent.

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"He can also create goals, but once again, I respect him, but for us on Sunday we are not playing against Haaland, we are playing against Man City and for us, it's not about Man City. It is about us and them being an opponent."

United, who are sixth in the league standings, travel to face second-placed City.

Erik ten Hag praised Erling Haaland's goalscoring instincts but stressed that Manchester United will not focus solely on the Norwegian striker when they take on Manchester City in a Premier League derby clash.

Erik ten Hag praised Erling Haaland's goalscoring instincts but stressed that Manchester United will not focus solely on the Norwegian striker when they take on Manchester City in a Premier League derby clash. Later on Sunday, United will have the formidable task of containing Haaland, who has made a blistering start to his City career with 11 league goals in seven games since arriving from Borussia Dortmund in the close season. When asked if he had discussed Haaland with the striker's former Dortmund teammate Jadon Sancho, who now plays for United, Ten Hag told reporters, "of course when you have a player who played in the past with a player, you ask him." Also Read: WATCH: Shocking video shows lifeless bodies of football fans lying on floor after deadly stampede in Indonesia "I also think it is our job in advance to analyse as a team and if individual players have huge contribution to the result, we have to do our job and that is what I am doing with my staff and players because they can give us more details," Ten Hag added. "I like Haaland's attitude. How he is on the pitch. He is direct, his life is about goals and he is direct to the goal of the opponent. Also Read: WATCH - Thomas Partey scores an outrageous goal as Arsenal thrash Tottenham in London Derby "He can also create goals, but once again, I respect him, but for us on Sunday we are not playing against Haaland, we are playing against Man City and for us, it's not about Man City. It is about us and them being an opponent." United, who are sixth in the league standings, travel to face second-placed City.

Manchester United facing Man City, not just Erling Haaland, says Erik Ten Hag ahead of Premier League clash

Australia legend Shane Watson has said there is no like-to-like replacement for fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the world, let alone India. The former Aussie al-rounder believes it will be a huge loss for India if Bumrah fails to make the cut for the T20 World Cup 2022 starting in Australia next month.

Bumrah's participation in the T20 World Cup remains in doubt after the Indian pacer recently suffered a back injury which ruled him out of India's ongoing T20I series against South Africa at home. No final decision has been taken on his participation yet but as per reports, he is all but set to miss the World Cup.

When asked about Bumrah's injury, Watson said there is no perfect replacement for Bumrah in world cricket at present. He hailed the Indian pacer as a great attacking bowler and equally good defensively while stating that his absence will hamper India's chances of winning the T20 World Cup title.

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"If Jasprit Bumrah is not fit and not playing at this World Cup, then it would make it all the more difficult for Team India to win because Bumrah is as good as an attacking bowler and as defensive bowler as anyone in the world, let alone for India. He has got an incredible skill, it will be a huge loss," Watson told NDTV.

"There is no like-for-like replacement for Bumrah in the world, leave alone India. It is going to be very hard to find those defensive bowlers in trying to close the game when they are bowling last or close out an innings as well. That is going to be the real challenge. Some of the fast bowlers will be needed to step up and raise their hand, if India wants to get into the back end of the tournament," he added.

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Bumrah has been one of India's best bowlers in T20Is over the last few years. While he can be destructive with the new ball, he has been exceptional in the death overs. The 28-year-old has 70 wickets to his name in 60 T20Is and was expected to play a key role for India at the T20 World Cup this year.

However, his back issues have been continuously troubling the fast bowler for a while now and it seems he might not be able to get fit in time to feature for India at the showpiece event down under.

Australia legend Shane Watson has said there is no like-to-like replacement for fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the world, let alone India. The former Aussie al-rounder believes it will be a huge loss for India if Bumrah fails to make the cut for the T20 World Cup 2022 starting in Australia next month.

Australia legend Shane Watson has said there is no like-to-like replacement for fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the world, let alone India. The former Aussie al-rounder believes it will be a huge loss for India if Bumrah fails to make the cut for the T20 World Cup 2022 starting in Australia next month. Bumrah's participation in the T20 World Cup remains in doubt after the Indian pacer recently suffered a back injury which ruled him out of India's ongoing T20I series against South Africa at home. No final decision has been taken on his participation yet but as per reports, he is all but set to miss the World Cup. When asked about Bumrah's injury, Watson said there is no perfect replacement for Bumrah in world cricket at present. He hailed the Indian pacer as a great attacking bowler and equally good defensively while stating that his absence will hamper India's chances of winning the T20 World Cup title. Also Read: Fast bowlers who can replace injured Jasprit Bumrah in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad "If Jasprit Bumrah is not fit and not playing at this World Cup, then it would make it all the more difficult for Team India to win because Bumrah is as good as an attacking bowler and as defensive bowler as anyone in the world, let alone for India. He has got an incredible skill, it will be a huge loss," Watson told NDTV. "There is no like-for-like replacement for Bumrah in the world, leave alone India. It is going to be very hard to find those defensive bowlers in trying to close the game when they are bowling last or close out an innings as well. That is going to be the real challenge. Some of the fast bowlers will be needed to step up and raise their hand, if India wants to get into the back end of the tournament," he added. Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah has gone to NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on his fitness: Rahul Dravid Bumrah has been one of India's best bowlers in T20Is over the last few years. While he can be destructive with the new ball, he has been exceptional in the death overs. The 28-year-old has 70 wickets to his name in 60 T20Is and was expected to play a key role for India at the T20 World Cup this year. However, his back issues have been continuously troubling the fast bowler for a while now and it seems he might not be able to get fit in time to feature for India at the showpiece event down under.

No like-to-like replacement for Jasprit Bumrah in the world, let alone India: Shane Watson

Flamboyant Japanese professional wrestler turned politician Antonio Inoki died Saturday aged 79, according to a company he founded.

His death, which public broadcaster NHK said was from heart failure, brought to an end a varied life in the public eye, during which Inoki fought Muhammad Ali, fostered close personal ties with North Korea, and helped free hostages in Iraq.

The Yokohama native -- born Kanji Inoki -- also starred in American wrestling promotions, as well as serving two separate terms in Japan's legislature.

US wrestling legend Triple H tweeted that Inoki was "one of the most important figures in the history of our business, and a man who embodied the term 'fighting spirit'".

"The legacy of WWE Hall of Famer Antonio Inoki will live on forever," added the chief operating officer of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

"Antonio Inoki, the founder of New Japan Pro-Wrestling and former professional wrestler, died in Tokyo," the group said in a statement.

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Standing 1.9 metres (six feet three inches) tall, Inoki was a pioneer of mixed martial arts in Japan, and shot to fame in 1976 for taking on world heavyweight champion Ali in a zany wrestler-versus-boxer bout in Tokyo.

There followed appearances in the WWF, as WWE was then known. The company said Saturday: "One of the key figures in the history of Japanese wrestling, Antonio Inoki&nbsp;was&nbsp;among the most respected men in sports-entertainment and a bona fide legend in his homeland."

In 1989 Inoki was elected as an upper-house lawmaker for the now-defunct Sports and Peace Party.

Prior to the 1990 Gulf War, he travelled to Iraq to secure the release of Japanese hostages.

Having built a strong personal connection with North Korea over the years, Inoki travelled there dozens of times to help resolve the issue of Pyongyang's abductions of Japanese citizens during the Cold War.

The wrestler said he wanted to "contribute to world peace through sports" and had arranged martial arts and wrestling festivals in North Korea, often meeting high-ranking officials during his visits.

Japanese officials dismissed the trips as a sideshow.

Asked about them at the time, the then chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga pointedly reminded journalists that Tokyo had a travel ban in place for North Korea, urging the politician to "act appropriately".

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However, Japanese television news provided blanket coverage of Inoki's trip and the visits continued to prompt interest, given the lack of details leaking out about life in North Korea.

Inoki, unmistakable from his outsized chin and trademark tie and red scarf, also forced the government to take an official position about aliens when he tabled a question in a budgetary committee in 2017, saying he had seen a mysterious flying object disappearing over the horizon.

Inoki lost his seat in 1995 and retired as a wrestler in 1998, but was re-elected to the upper house in 2013 as a member of a different opposition party. He retired from politics in 2019, and a year later said he had been diagnosed with heart disease. 
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Flamboyant Japanese professional wrestler turned politician Antonio Inoki died Saturday aged 79, according to a company he founded. His death, which public broadcaster NHK said was from heart failure, brought to an end a varied life in the public eye, during which Inoki fought Muhammad Ali, fostered close personal ties with North Korea, and helped free hostages in Iraq.

Flamboyant Japanese professional wrestler turned politician Antonio Inoki died Saturday aged 79, according to a company he founded. His death, which public broadcaster NHK said was from heart failure, brought to an end a varied life in the public eye, during which Inoki fought Muhammad Ali, fostered close personal ties with North Korea, and helped free hostages in Iraq. The Yokohama native -- born Kanji Inoki -- also starred in American wrestling promotions, as well as serving two separate terms in Japan's legislature. US wrestling legend Triple H tweeted that Inoki was "one of the most important figures in the history of our business, and a man who embodied the term 'fighting spirit'". "The legacy of WWE Hall of Famer Antonio Inoki will live on forever," added the chief operating officer of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). "Antonio Inoki, the founder of New Japan Pro-Wrestling and former professional wrestler, died in Tokyo," the group said in a statement. Also Read: Louis McKechnie: Climate change activist gets prison sentence for tying himself to goalpost Standing 1.9 metres (six feet three inches) tall, Inoki was a pioneer of mixed martial arts in Japan, and shot to fame in 1976 for taking on world heavyweight champion Ali in a zany wrestler-versus-boxer bout in Tokyo. There followed appearances in the WWF, as WWE was then known. The company said Saturday: "One of the key figures in the history of Japanese wrestling, Antonio Inoki was among the most respected men in sports-entertainment and a bona fide legend in his homeland." In 1989 Inoki was elected as an upper-house lawmaker for the now-defunct Sports and Peace Party. Prior to the 1990 Gulf War, he travelled to Iraq to secure the release of Japanese hostages. Having built a strong personal connection with North Korea over the years, Inoki travelled there dozens of times to help resolve the issue of Pyongyang's abductions of Japanese citizens during the Cold War. The wrestler said he wanted to "contribute to world peace through sports" and had arranged martial arts and wrestling festivals in North Korea, often meeting high-ranking officials during his visits. Japanese officials dismissed the trips as a sideshow. Asked about them at the time, the then chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga pointedly reminded journalists that Tokyo had a travel ban in place for North Korea, urging the politician to "act appropriately". Also Read: I don't think there's a big difference: Sebastian Vettel's take on F1 2022 new rules However, Japanese television news provided blanket coverage of Inoki's trip and the visits continued to prompt interest, given the lack of details leaking out about life in North Korea. Inoki, unmistakable from his outsized chin and trademark tie and red scarf, also forced the government to take an official position about aliens when he tabled a question in a budgetary committee in 2017, saying he had seen a mysterious flying object disappearing over the horizon. Inoki lost his seat in 1995 and retired as a wrestler in 1998, but was re-elected to the upper house in 2013 as a member of a different opposition party. He retired from politics in 2019, and a year later said he had been diagnosed with heart disease.

Japan wrestling legend Antonio Inoki dies at 79

Nepal cricket star Sandeep Lamichhane has confirmed he will be returning to his country next week to fight the rape allegations levelled against him. Lamichhane has been accused of raping a minor in a hotel room in Kathmandu. The victim had launched a complaint against him last month following which a Nepal court issued a warrant against&nbsp;Lamichhane.

Nepal Cricket removed the star leg-spinner as the captain of the national team after the allegations surfaced and he was also suspended with immediate effect.&nbsp;Lamichhane was playing in the Caribbean Premier League at the time a complaint was filed against him and had vowed to return home after pulling out of the tournament.

However, the leg-spinner later claimed he had to delay his return to the country as he was not in the right mental and physical space after the allegations levelled against him. Nepal police, meanwhile, sought the help of Interpol to trace the star cricketer amid his failure to report back to the country after the arrest warrant against him.

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However, Lamichhane has now said he will be arriving in Nepal on Thursday (October 06) and will surrender to the authorities. The Nepal cricket team star reiterated he is innocent and vowed to fight a legal battle against the allegations.

"With great hope and strength, I hereby confirm that I am reaching to my home country, Nepal on this 6th October 2022 and will submit myself to the authority of Nepal to fight a legal battle against false allegation," Lamicchane said in a Facebook post.

"I hereby reiterate that I am INNOCENT and I have complete non-shaken faith in justice system. I firmly believe over all the law enforcement authorities and honorable courts on their fair trial and adjudication and I am just hopeful to get justice at the earliest.

My dear well wishers I assure you all that I am innocent and I have not wronged you. I have recovered from unpleasant situation I went through and I have prepared myself to go through this ordeal to prove myself innocent and victim of conspiracy. I am sure all wrongful allegation charged against me will be unfolded by the span of time," he added.

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Lamichhane is one of the most sought-after cricketers in Nepal having tasted decent success in T20 leagues around the world. He was the first Nepalese player to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after he was picked up by Delhi Capitals at the IPL auction in 2018.

However, he didn't get many chances with the team and was released by the Capitals after playing nine matches across two seasons, picking up 13 wickets. The 22-year-old has played 30 ODIs and 44 T20Is in his international career so far.

Nepal cricket star Sandeep Lamichhane has confirmed he will be returning to his country next week to fight the rape allegations levelled against him. Lamichhane has been accused of raping a minor in a hotel room in Kathmandu.

Nepal cricket star Sandeep Lamichhane has confirmed he will be returning to his country next week to fight the rape allegations levelled against him. Lamichhane has been accused of raping a minor in a hotel room in Kathmandu. The victim had launched a complaint against him last month following which a Nepal court issued a warrant against Lamichhane. Nepal Cricket removed the star leg-spinner as the captain of the national team after the allegations surfaced and he was also suspended with immediate effect. Lamichhane was playing in the Caribbean Premier League at the time a complaint was filed against him and had vowed to return home after pulling out of the tournament. However, the leg-spinner later claimed he had to delay his return to the country as he was not in the right mental and physical space after the allegations levelled against him. Nepal police, meanwhile, sought the help of Interpol to trace the star cricketer amid his failure to report back to the country after the arrest warrant against him. Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah not ruled out of T20 World Cup 2022 yet, says BCCI president Sourav Ganguly However, Lamichhane has now said he will be arriving in Nepal on Thursday (October 06) and will surrender to the authorities. The Nepal cricket team star reiterated he is innocent and vowed to fight a legal battle against the allegations. "With great hope and strength, I hereby confirm that I am reaching to my home country, Nepal on this 6th October 2022 and will submit myself to the authority of Nepal to fight a legal battle against false allegation," Lamicchane said in a Facebook post. "I hereby reiterate that I am INNOCENT and I have complete non-shaken faith in justice system. I firmly believe over all the law enforcement authorities and honorable courts on their fair trial and adjudication and I am just hopeful to get justice at the earliest. My dear well wishers I assure you all that I am innocent and I have not wronged you. I have recovered from unpleasant situation I went through and I have prepared myself to go through this ordeal to prove myself innocent and victim of conspiracy. I am sure all wrongful allegation charged against me will be unfolded by the span of time," he added. Also Read: MS Dhoni tries his hand at golf along with Kapil Dev, video goes viral - Watch Lamichhane is one of the most sought-after cricketers in Nepal having tasted decent success in T20 leagues around the world. He was the first Nepalese player to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after he was picked up by Delhi Capitals at the IPL auction in 2018. However, he didn't get many chances with the team and was released by the Capitals after playing nine matches across two seasons, picking up 13 wickets. The 22-year-old has played 30 ODIs and 44 T20Is in his international career so far.

Nepal cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane to surrender to authorities and fight against rape allegations

Former Masters champion Adam Scott said he does not see the controversial LIV Series as "pure evil" for the game of golf and called on the Saudi-backed circuit and the PGA Tour to move on from their feud.

LIV Golf has lured away some of the PGA Tour's top members with huge sums of money, while those who joined the rebel circuit were suspended by the PGA Tour.

LIV has filed a lawsuit accusing the PGA Tour of antitrust violations, while the U.S. tour has filed a counterclaim.

Scott, who announced on Friday he would play the Australian PGA Championship for the first time since 2019, said both circuits had to do what was best for them.

"Maybe because I'm a little less emotive about it, I can be a voice of reason for one side or another," the 2013 Masters champion told reporters on Friday. "I don't necessarily see LIV as just pure evil for the game of golf.

"Hopefully we can get beyond people having shots at each other and each organisation can move on with what they want to do," added Scott.

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"I believe the PGA Tour has to do what's best for their product and LIV is going to do what is best for their product. I don't have a problem with either of them."

The LIV series is bankrolled by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund and critics have accused it of being a vehicle for the country to attempt to improve its reputation in the face of criticism of its human rights record.

The PGA Tour has suspended players who joined the rebel tour but Cameron Smith and other LIV players will be allowed to participate in the Nov. 24-27 tournament at Royal Queensland.

Both of Australia's biggest events, the Australian Open and PGA Championship, are now co-sanctioned by the DP World Tour but officials have said LIV players will still be welcome.

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While fellow Australians Smith and Marc Leishman have made the switch to LIV, Scott said they had not changed since joining the lucrative series.

"I completely understand anybody doing it," Scott said.

"They have been offered an opportunity and it suits them. More power to them. I really want it to work out for them. They may or may not be taking a risk.

"As far as Cam and Leish recruiting me, they've got plenty of cash now so they're more than welcome to make me an offer ... I probably haven't been able to put myself in a position where I'm willing to give up trying to win major championships."

Former Masters champion Adam Scott said he does not see the controversial LIV Series as "pure evil" for the game of golf and called on the Saudi-backed circuit and the PGA Tour to move on from their feud.

Former Masters champion Adam Scott said he does not see the controversial LIV Series as "pure evil" for the game of golf and called on the Saudi-backed circuit and the PGA Tour to move on from their feud. LIV Golf has lured away some of the PGA Tour's top members with huge sums of money, while those who joined the rebel circuit were suspended by the PGA Tour. LIV has filed a lawsuit accusing the PGA Tour of antitrust violations, while the U.S. tour has filed a counterclaim. Scott, who announced on Friday he would play the Australian PGA Championship for the first time since 2019, said both circuits had to do what was best for them. "Maybe because I'm a little less emotive about it, I can be a voice of reason for one side or another," the 2013 Masters champion told reporters on Friday. "I don't necessarily see LIV as just pure evil for the game of golf. "Hopefully we can get beyond people having shots at each other and each organisation can move on with what they want to do," added Scott. Also Read: Tension continues as PGA Tour files countersuit against LIV Golf "I believe the PGA Tour has to do what's best for their product and LIV is going to do what is best for their product. I don't have a problem with either of them." The LIV series is bankrolled by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund and critics have accused it of being a vehicle for the country to attempt to improve its reputation in the face of criticism of its human rights record. The PGA Tour has suspended players who joined the rebel tour but Cameron Smith and other LIV players will be allowed to participate in the Nov. 24-27 tournament at Royal Queensland. Both of Australia's biggest events, the Australian Open and PGA Championship, are now co-sanctioned by the DP World Tour but officials have said LIV players will still be welcome. Also Read: MS Dhoni tries his hand at golf along with Kapil Dev, video goes viral - Watch While fellow Australians Smith and Marc Leishman have made the switch to LIV, Scott said they had not changed since joining the lucrative series. "I completely understand anybody doing it," Scott said. "They have been offered an opportunity and it suits them. More power to them. I really want it to work out for them. They may or may not be taking a risk. "As far as Cam and Leish recruiting me, they've got plenty of cash now so they're more than welcome to make me an offer ... I probably haven't been able to put myself in a position where I'm willing to give up trying to win major championships."

Former Masters champion Adam Scott doesn't view LIV Series as 'pure evil' for golf

Fast bowlers who can replace injured Jasprit Bumrah in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey scored an absolute stunner to help his side defeat city rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the London Derby on Saturday. Partey&nbsp;opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 20th minute to put the Gunners ahead in the blockbuster clash at the Emirates.

After thrashed Spurs 3-1 to record a convincing victory in the derby as Mikel Arteta's men retained the top spot on the Premier League table. The Reds have been enjoying a stellar run this season as Arteta's patience and tactics&nbsp;have&nbsp;finally started to pay off.

The table-toppers headed into the clash on a confident note having demolished Brentford 3-0 in their last Premier League outing. However, they were up again an unbeaten Tottenham side in one of their biggest tests so far this season. Arsenal showed no signs of nerves and cruised to a perfect victory at home.

Arteta's side started the game in a dominant fashion and controlled the possession to keep Spurs at bay. However, Tottenham came close to taking a lead when Harry Kane missed a close chance as his shot was blocked by Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.

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Arsenal's hard work paid off in the 20th minute when Bukayo Saka and Ben White linked up on the right before White placed a perfect ball for Partey to launch a long-range shot. The Ghana midfielder took a brilliant shot and ended up slotting the ball into the top corner to score a stunning goal.

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However, it took Spurs only a few minutes to equalise after Harry Kane converted a penalty in the 31st minute to put his side level. Gabriel brought down Richarlison in the penalty area earning Spurs a penalty corner and Kane calmly slotted it home to the two teams were on level terms at the break.

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Arsenal came all guns blazing in the second half as a goal each from Gabriel Jesus and Granit Xhaka helped the Gunners extend their lead to 3-1 and seal an important victory. The Gunners have now managed seven wins in their first eight games this season and stand on top of the Premier League table.

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey scored an absolute stunner to help his side defeat city rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the London Derby on Saturday. Partey opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 20th minute to put the Gunners ahead in the blockbuster clash at the Emirates.

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey scored an absolute stunner to help his side defeat city rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the London Derby on Saturday. Partey opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 20th minute to put the Gunners ahead in the blockbuster clash at the Emirates. After thrashed Spurs 3-1 to record a convincing victory in the derby as Mikel Arteta's men retained the top spot on the Premier League table. The Reds have been enjoying a stellar run this season as Arteta's patience and tactics have finally started to pay off. The table-toppers headed into the clash on a confident note having demolished Brentford 3-0 in their last Premier League outing. However, they were up again an unbeaten Tottenham side in one of their biggest tests so far this season. Arsenal showed no signs of nerves and cruised to a perfect victory at home. Arteta's side started the game in a dominant fashion and controlled the possession to keep Spurs at bay. However, Tottenham came close to taking a lead when Harry Kane missed a close chance as his shot was blocked by Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale. Also Read: Women's rights group urges FIFA to kick Iran out of Qatar World Cup Arsenal's hard work paid off in the 20th minute when Bukayo Saka and Ben White linked up on the right before White placed a perfect ball for Partey to launch a long-range shot. The Ghana midfielder took a brilliant shot and ended up slotting the ball into the top corner to score a stunning goal. Watch Thomas Partey's goal against Tottenham Hotspur: WHAT A GOAL!!!! Thomas_Partey parting shot makes crowd shout!!! pic.twitter.com/CgJzNnO7xK — Daniel korir (@kipkorraya1) October 1, 2022 × However, it took Spurs only a few minutes to equalise after Harry Kane converted a penalty in the 31st minute to put his side level. Gabriel brought down Richarlison in the penalty area earning Spurs a penalty corner and Kane calmly slotted it home to the two teams were on level terms at the break. Also Read: Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' shirt headlines Qatar exhibit during World Cup Arsenal came all guns blazing in the second half as a goal each from Gabriel Jesus and Granit Xhaka helped the Gunners extend their lead to 3-1 and seal an important victory. The Gunners have now managed seven wins in their first eight games this season and stand on top of the Premier League table.

WATCH: Thomas Partey scores an outrageous goal as Arsenal thrash Tottenham in London Derby

Jasprit Bumrah's back injury has come at the wrong time for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup 2022 starting next month in Australia. The premier pacer was set to spearhead India's pace attack at the showpiece event but is currently doubtful to take part in the tournament.

Bumrah has reportedly suffered a stress fracture in his back which had ruled him out of India's ongoing T20I series against South Africa earlier this week. The fast bowler had made his come back in the recently-concluded T20I series against Australia after undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) but his injury resurfaced.

Amid reports that he is likely to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday spoke about Bumrah's injury in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's second T20I against South Africa. Dravid said Bumrah has gone to the NCA and the team management is waiting for official confirmation regarding his participation in the T20 World Cup.

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"So, as of now, (Bumrah) officially has been ruled out, as you know, from this series against South Africa. He has gone to the NCA. And we are waiting for the official confirmation on the next steps. So, as of now, officially, he is only out of this series, but we'll see what happens over the next few days. And, and once we get some official confirmation, then we'll be able to share that," Dravid said in the press conference.

"I honestly haven't gone deeply into the medical reports. I mean, I rely on the experts to tell me what is happening. He is being assessed. And we'll know in due course, whether he's what happens in the future. And obviously, till he is completely ruled out till I get official confirmation that he is ruled out, we will always be hopeful. We will always hope for the best not just for us as a team, but also just as individuals, we will always hope for the best for the remainder of the matches," added the India head coach.&nbsp;

Bumrah's absence will be a huge blow for the Indian team as the Men in Blue have struggled massively in the death overs as far as T20Is are concerned. His absence will leave a huge void in the pace attack and India's chances at the World Cup will be severely impacted.

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In case Bumrah fails to recover in time to make the cut for the T20 World Cup, India have the likes of Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Deepak Chahar among others to take his spot in the main squad. However, the team management will be hopeful he can recover in time for the World Cup.

Jasprit Bumrah's back injury has come at the wrong time for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup 2022 starting next month in Australia. The premier pacer was set to spearhead India's pace attack at the showpiece event but is currently doubtful to take part in the tournament.

Jasprit Bumrah's back injury has come at the wrong time for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup 2022 starting next month in Australia. The premier pacer was set to spearhead India's pace attack at the showpiece event but is currently doubtful to take part in the tournament. Bumrah has reportedly suffered a stress fracture in his back which had ruled him out of India's ongoing T20I series against South Africa earlier this week. The fast bowler had made his come back in the recently-concluded T20I series against Australia after undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) but his injury resurfaced. Amid reports that he is likely to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday spoke about Bumrah's injury in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's second T20I against South Africa. Dravid said Bumrah has gone to the NCA and the team management is waiting for official confirmation regarding his participation in the T20 World Cup. Also Read: India have found their next Zaheer Khan: Kamran Akmal lauds Arshdeep Singh after his heroics against SA "So, as of now, (Bumrah) officially has been ruled out, as you know, from this series against South Africa. He has gone to the NCA. And we are waiting for the official confirmation on the next steps. So, as of now, officially, he is only out of this series, but we'll see what happens over the next few days. And, and once we get some official confirmation, then we'll be able to share that," Dravid said in the press conference. "I honestly haven't gone deeply into the medical reports. I mean, I rely on the experts to tell me what is happening. He is being assessed. And we'll know in due course, whether he's what happens in the future. And obviously, till he is completely ruled out till I get official confirmation that he is ruled out, we will always be hopeful. We will always hope for the best not just for us as a team, but also just as individuals, we will always hope for the best for the remainder of the matches," added the India head coach. Bumrah's absence will be a huge blow for the Indian team as the Men in Blue have struggled massively in the death overs as far as T20Is are concerned. His absence will leave a huge void in the pace attack and India's chances at the World Cup will be severely impacted. Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah not ruled out of T20 World Cup 2022 yet, says BCCI president Sourav Ganguly In case Bumrah fails to recover in time to make the cut for the T20 World Cup, India have the likes of Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Deepak Chahar among others to take his spot in the main squad. However, the team management will be hopeful he can recover in time for the World Cup.

Jasprit Bumrah has gone to NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on his fitness: Rahul Dravid

Young fast bowler Umran Malik impressed with his raw pace once again as he shone for the Rest of India on Day 1 of their Irani Trophy clash against Saurashtra in Rajkot. One of the fastest bowlers in the country at present, Umran has been on the rise ever since his brilliant campaign for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2022 earlier this year.

Umran has been making rapid strides ever since and has already made his dream India debut. However, despite his amazing pace and skills, the young pacer still has a long way to go before he can become a regular in the Indian team across all three formats.

Umran is currently in action for the Rest of India in the Irani Trophy where he displayed his stunning pace against the Saurashtra batters. The 22-year-old enjoyed a sublime outing as the Rest of India pacers ran riot against Saurashtra on the opening day of the high-profile clash.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jasprit-bumrah-has-gone-to-the-nca-we-are-waiting-on-official-confirmation-on-fitness-rahul-dravid-521558">Jasprit Bumrah has gone to the NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on fitness: Rahul Dravid</a>

mran finished with a three-wicket haul as Saurashtra were bundled out for a low-key 98 runs in just 24.5 overs. The young pacer bowled a sensational yorker to bamboozle Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat on 12 off 13 balls. It was a pin-point yorker from the right-arm pacer, which rattled Unadkat's stumps after beating him for pace.

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Tail-ender Dharmendrasinh Jadeja was the top-scorer for Saurashtra with a gritty 28 off 36 balls after their top order and the middle order collapsed under pressure. While Umran was on fire with the ball, Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar stole the show with his four-wicket haul.

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Mukesh ran through Saurashtra's top-order, picking up the wickets of their top three batters. He finished th brilliant figures of 4/23 in his ten overs. In reply, the Rest of India ended Day 1 with 205/3 on the board as captain Hanuma Vihari scored an unbeaten 63 and Sarafraz Khan continued his purple patch with a stunning knock of 125 runs.

Young fast bowler Umran Malik impressed with his raw pace once again as he shone for the Rest of India on Day 1 of their Irani Trophy clash against Saurashtra in Rajkot.

Young fast bowler Umran Malik impressed with his raw pace once again as he shone for the Rest of India on Day 1 of their Irani Trophy clash against Saurashtra in Rajkot. One of the fastest bowlers in the country at present, Umran has been on the rise ever since his brilliant campaign for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2022 earlier this year. Umran has been making rapid strides ever since and has already made his dream India debut. However, despite his amazing pace and skills, the young pacer still has a long way to go before he can become a regular in the Indian team across all three formats. Umran is currently in action for the Rest of India in the Irani Trophy where he displayed his stunning pace against the Saurashtra batters. The 22-year-old enjoyed a sublime outing as the Rest of India pacers ran riot against Saurashtra on the opening day of the high-profile clash. Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah has gone to the NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on fitness: Rahul Dravid mran finished with a three-wicket haul as Saurashtra were bundled out for a low-key 98 runs in just 24.5 overs. The young pacer bowled a sensational yorker to bamboozle Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat on 12 off 13 balls. It was a pin-point yorker from the right-arm pacer, which rattled Unadkat's stumps after beating him for pace. Watch video: Umran Malik's pace can destroy any batter#UmranMalikpic.twitter.com/sd5j3fvpD5 — Cric (@Ld30972553) October 1, 2022 × Tail-ender Dharmendrasinh Jadeja was the top-scorer for Saurashtra with a gritty 28 off 36 balls after their top order and the middle order collapsed under pressure. While Umran was on fire with the ball, Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar stole the show with his four-wicket haul. Also Read: Ben Stokes responds to Harsha Bhogle's criticism of England over Deepti Sharma's run-out Mukesh ran through Saurashtra's top-order, picking up the wickets of their top three batters. He finished th brilliant figures of 4/23 in his ten overs. In reply, the Rest of India ended Day 1 with 205/3 on the board as captain Hanuma Vihari scored an unbeaten 63 and Sarafraz Khan continued his purple patch with a stunning knock of 125 runs.

WATCH: Umran Malik dismantles Jaydev Unadkat's stumps with sensational yorker in Irani Trophy

Jemimah Rodrigues played the role of an enforcer to perfection with a career-best 76 in T20Is before the bowlers produced a clinical display to power India to a 41-run win against Sri Lanka in their women's Asia Cup opener here on Saturday.

Rodrigues put up a boundary-hitting exhibition as she whacked 11 fours and a maximum in her counter-attacking 53-ball innings to help India post 150 for six on a wicket where batters struggled due to low bounce.

The Indian bowlers then struck at regular intervals to bowl Sri Lanka out for 109 in 18.2 overs. The Indians were better than their Sri Lankan counterparts in all three departments. India were not off to the best of starts after being asked to bat.

Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana (10) was the first to be dismissed, while her fellow opener Shafali Verma's (6) batting woes continued as she became spinner Oshadi Ranasinghe's (3/32) first victim of the day.

But Rodrigues, who is coming off a wrist injury, was in control from the beginning, timing the ball to perfection. She kept sending the ball to the fence every over and punished the Sri Lankan bowling attack all over the field.

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Rodrigues raced to her half-century in 38 deliveries and together with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (33 off 30) steered India over the 100-run mark. The two got 92 off 71 balls with Kaur also looking dangerous.

The skipper got a reprieve in the 15th over when she was dropped off Sugandika Kumari (1/26) but couldn't capitalised on it as Ranasinghe had her stumped in the next over. Sri Lankan bowlers then staged a comeback in the death overs with a flurry of wickets.

While Rodrigues continued to score at a good pace, going past her previous career-best T20I score of 72, her fabulous innings soon came to an end off a Chamari Athapauththu (1/8) slow and low delivery as the Indian was bowled.

Dayalan Hemalatha chipped in with an unbeaten 13 towards the end while Richa Ghosh (9) slammed a six. 
Spinners, led by Ranasinghe did the bulk of the work for Sri Lanka.

Chasing 151, Sri Lanka were off to a flyer, plundering 13 runs off the first over bowled by pacer Renuka Singh (0/20). But Sri Lanka couldn't continue the momentum as they lost wickets at regular intervals.

All-rounder Deepti Sharma (2/15) got the prized wicket of the experienced Chamari (5) with her slower ball. 
The Sri Lankan skipper looked to slog it over the on side only for Renuka to catch the ball at square leg.

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Sri Lankan's running between wickets was sloppy as a sharp India side capitalised on the errors. Deepti ran out Melsha Shehani (9) but opener Harshitha Samarawickrama (26) continued to play aggressively but she too was run out in the eighth over.

With the required run rate increasing, the Sri Lankans wilted under pressure. Pooja Vastrakar (2/12) snared the wickets of Nilakshi de Silva (3) Kavisha Dilhari (1) off her successive overs as Sri Lanka were left tottering at 61/5.

However, Hasini Perera (30) provided some resistance as she partnered with wicketkeeper Anushka Sanjeewani (5) and Oshidi Ranasinghe (11) to breach the 100-run mark. But spinner Hemalatha (3/15)cleaned up the tail with a three-wicket burst as India started their Asia Cup campaign with a win. 
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Jemimah Rodrigues played the role of an enforcer to perfection with a career-best 76 in T20Is before the bowlers produced a clinical display to power India to a 41-run win against Sri Lanka in their women's Asia Cup opener here on Saturday.

Jemimah Rodrigues played the role of an enforcer to perfection with a career-best 76 in T20Is before the bowlers produced a clinical display to power India to a 41-run win against Sri Lanka in their women's Asia Cup opener here on Saturday. Rodrigues put up a boundary-hitting exhibition as she whacked 11 fours and a maximum in her counter-attacking 53-ball innings to help India post 150 for six on a wicket where batters struggled due to low bounce. The Indian bowlers then struck at regular intervals to bowl Sri Lanka out for 109 in 18.2 overs. The Indians were better than their Sri Lankan counterparts in all three departments. India were not off to the best of starts after being asked to bat. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana (10) was the first to be dismissed, while her fellow opener Shafali Verma's (6) batting woes continued as she became spinner Oshadi Ranasinghe's (3/32) first victim of the day. But Rodrigues, who is coming off a wrist injury, was in control from the beginning, timing the ball to perfection. She kept sending the ball to the fence every over and punished the Sri Lankan bowling attack all over the field. Also Read: Ben Stokes responds to Harsha Bhogle's criticism of England over Deepti Sharma's run-out Rodrigues raced to her half-century in 38 deliveries and together with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (33 off 30) steered India over the 100-run mark. The two got 92 off 71 balls with Kaur also looking dangerous. The skipper got a reprieve in the 15th over when she was dropped off Sugandika Kumari (1/26) but couldn't capitalised on it as Ranasinghe had her stumped in the next over. Sri Lankan bowlers then staged a comeback in the death overs with a flurry of wickets. While Rodrigues continued to score at a good pace, going past her previous career-best T20I score of 72, her fabulous innings soon came to an end off a Chamari Athapauththu (1/8) slow and low delivery as the Indian was bowled. Dayalan Hemalatha chipped in with an unbeaten 13 towards the end while Richa Ghosh (9) slammed a six. Spinners, led by Ranasinghe did the bulk of the work for Sri Lanka. Chasing 151, Sri Lanka were off to a flyer, plundering 13 runs off the first over bowled by pacer Renuka Singh (0/20). But Sri Lanka couldn't continue the momentum as they lost wickets at regular intervals. All-rounder Deepti Sharma (2/15) got the prized wicket of the experienced Chamari (5) with her slower ball. The Sri Lankan skipper looked to slog it over the on side only for Renuka to catch the ball at square leg. Also Read: 'She was taking undue advantage' - Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Charlie Dean run-out Sri Lankan's running between wickets was sloppy as a sharp India side capitalised on the errors. Deepti ran out Melsha Shehani (9) but opener Harshitha Samarawickrama (26) continued to play aggressively but she too was run out in the eighth over. With the required run rate increasing, the Sri Lankans wilted under pressure. Pooja Vastrakar (2/12) snared the wickets of Nilakshi de Silva (3) Kavisha Dilhari (1) off her successive overs as Sri Lanka were left tottering at 61/5. However, Hasini Perera (30) provided some resistance as she partnered with wicketkeeper Anushka Sanjeewani (5) and Oshidi Ranasinghe (11) to breach the 100-run mark. But spinner Hemalatha (3/15)cleaned up the tail with a three-wicket burst as India started their Asia Cup campaign with a win.

Jemimah Rodrigues' career-best 76 powers India to 41-run win over Sri Lanka in women's Asia Cup

England Test captain Ben Stokes responded to popular commentator Harsha Bhogle after he shared a strong-worded Twitter thread criticising the English fans and media for spreading "vitriol" towards Deepti Sharma after her run-out of England batter Charlotte Dean at Lord's.

Deepti had run Dean at the non-striker's end in the recently-concluded third ODI between India and England to seal a 3-0 victory for the visitors in London. However,&nbsp;the dismissal has left&nbsp;the cricketing world divided and the debate surrounding the incident is failing to die down.

On Friday, Bhogle took to Twitter to put out a long thread slamming the English media for their criticism of Deepti over the run-out and said England criticising a batter being run-out at the non-striker's end for backing up too far can be a 'culture thing'.

“I remain disturbed by the vitriol directed towards Deepti. She played by the laws of the game and criticism of what she did must stop,” Bhogle wrote as part of his long thread.

Responding to his thread, Stokes refused it was a 'cultural thing' and claimed he still gets criticised by Indian fans for the way England won the 2019 ODI World Cup final.&nbsp; "Harsha ... bringing culture into peoples opinion over a Mankad?" Stokes wrote in one of his tweets.

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"Harsha .. 2019 WC final was over 2 years ago, I still till this day revive (receive) countless messages calling me all sorts from Indian fans, does this disturb you?" - he wrote&nbsp;in another tweet.

"Is this a culture thing?? ....absolutely not, I receive messages regarding the overthrows from people all over world,as people all over the world have made comment's on the Mankad dismissal, not just people who are English," he added in another tweet responding to Bhogle.

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Harsha .. 2019 WC final was over 2 years ago, I still till this day revive countless messages calling me all sorts from Indian fans, does this disturb you? <a href="https://t.co/m3wDGM7eU3">https://t.co/m3wDGM7eU3</a>
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Stokes was the hero for England in the 2019 World Cup final where he played a match-winning knock, but was helped by some luck as an overthrow deflected off his bat and went for four runs, eventually helping the hosts draw the final. England went on to win the trophy after winning the Super Over on boundary count. Stokes has since been on the receiving end of criticism for his dive which had seen the overthrow cross the boundary rope in the final.&nbsp;

Talking about the incident, Bhogle responded to the England all-rounder saying - “Well, you were not at fault on that one so with you there. On the reaction in England to the non-striker backing up, I think it is what you are told when you learn the game and so, part of culture. Very happy to chat about it one day if you have a moment.”

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Well, you were not at fault on that one so with you there. On the reaction in England to the non-striker backing up, I think it is what you are told when you learn the game and so, part of culture. Very happy to chat about it one day if you have a moment. Cheers
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The ICC had recently confirmed running out a batter on the non-striker's end which was loosely referred to as 'Mankading' will be moved from the 'unfair section' in the ICC rule books. The dismissal will now be deemed a normal run-out and can be utilised by a bowler&nbsp;if the non-striker&nbsp;is&nbsp;taking undue advantage by backing up too far.

England Test captain Ben Stokes responded to popular commentator Harsha Bhogle after he shared a strong-worded Twitter thread criticising the English fans and media for spreading "vitriol" towards Deepti Sharma after her run-out of England batter Charlotte Dean at Lord's.

England Test captain Ben Stokes responded to popular commentator Harsha Bhogle after he shared a strong-worded Twitter thread criticising the English fans and media for spreading "vitriol" towards Deepti Sharma after her run-out of England batter Charlotte Dean at Lord's. Deepti had run Dean at the non-striker's end in the recently-concluded third ODI between India and England to seal a 3-0 victory for the visitors in London. However, the dismissal has left the cricketing world divided and the debate surrounding the incident is failing to die down. On Friday, Bhogle took to Twitter to put out a long thread slamming the English media for their criticism of Deepti over the run-out and said England criticising a batter being run-out at the non-striker's end for backing up too far can be a 'culture thing'. “I remain disturbed by the vitriol directed towards Deepti. She played by the laws of the game and criticism of what she did must stop,” Bhogle wrote as part of his long thread. Responding to his thread, Stokes refused it was a 'cultural thing' and claimed he still gets criticised by Indian fans for the way England won the 2019 ODI World Cup final. "Harsha ... bringing culture into peoples opinion over a Mankad?" Stokes wrote in one of his tweets. Also Read: 'Mankading': How India's first post Independence superstar cricketer still gets maligned wrongly "Harsha .. 2019 WC final was over 2 years ago, I still till this day revive (receive) countless messages calling me all sorts from Indian fans, does this disturb you?" - he wrote in another tweet. "Is this a culture thing?? ....absolutely not, I receive messages regarding the overthrows from people all over world,as people all over the world have made comment's on the Mankad dismissal, not just people who are English," he added in another tweet responding to Bhogle. Harsha … bringing culture into peoples opinion over a Mankad? https://t.co/QNyY8K59kP — Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) October 1, 2022 × Harsha .. 2019 WC final was over 2 years ago, I still till this day revive countless messages calling me all sorts from Indian fans, does this disturb you? https://t.co/m3wDGM7eU3 — Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) October 1, 2022 × Is this a culture thing?? ….absolutely not,I receive messages regarding the overthrows from people all over world,as people all over the world have made comment’s on the Mankad dismissal, not just people who are English https://t.co/m3wDGMpo8b — Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) October 1, 2022 × Stokes was the hero for England in the 2019 World Cup final where he played a match-winning knock, but was helped by some luck as an overthrow deflected off his bat and went for four runs, eventually helping the hosts draw the final. England went on to win the trophy after winning the Super Over on boundary count. Stokes has since been on the receiving end of criticism for his dive which had seen the overthrow cross the boundary rope in the final. Talking about the incident, Bhogle responded to the England all-rounder saying - “Well, you were not at fault on that one so with you there. On the reaction in England to the non-striker backing up, I think it is what you are told when you learn the game and so, part of culture. Very happy to chat about it one day if you have a moment.” Well, you were not at fault on that one so with you there. On the reaction in England to the non-striker backing up, I think it is what you are told when you learn the game and so, part of culture. Very happy to chat about it one day if you have a moment. Cheers — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 1, 2022 × Also Read: 'She was taking undue advantage' - Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Charlie Dean run-out The ICC had recently confirmed running out a batter on the non-striker's end which was loosely referred to as 'Mankading' will be moved from the 'unfair section' in the ICC rule books. The dismissal will now be deemed a normal run-out and can be utilised by a bowler if the non-striker is taking undue advantage by backing up too far.

Ben Stokes responds to Harsha Bhogle's criticism of England over Deepti Sharma's run-out

The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored his famous "Hand of God" goal will be on display as part of an exhibit that will open ahead of this year's World Cup, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum said on Saturday.

The blue jersey, which sold at auction in May for a then-record $8.93 million, is on loan to the Doha-based museum where it will headline the World of Football exhibit opening on Sunday and running until April 1, 2023.

Maradona wore Argentina's No. 10 shirt in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England in Mexico. Six minutes into the second half he put his team ahead by punching the ball into the net for what became known as the "Hand of God" goal.

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Four minutes later Maradona dribbled from his own half to score a goal widely considered one of the greatest in World Cup history.

Maradona, regarded as one of the world's best ever footballers, died in November 2020 aged 60.

The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored his famous "Hand of God" goal will be on display as part of an exhibit that will open ahead of this year's World Cup, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum said on Saturday.

The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored his famous "Hand of God" goal will be on display as part of an exhibit that will open ahead of this year's World Cup, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum said on Saturday. The blue jersey, which sold at auction in May for a then-record $8.93 million, is on loan to the Doha-based museum where it will headline the World of Football exhibit opening on Sunday and running until April 1, 2023. Maradona wore Argentina's No. 10 shirt in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England in Mexico. Six minutes into the second half he put his team ahead by punching the ball into the net for what became known as the "Hand of God" goal. Also Read: Women's rights group urges FIFA to kick Iran out of Qatar World Cup Four minutes later Maradona dribbled from his own half to score a goal widely considered one of the greatest in World Cup history. Maradona, regarded as one of the world's best ever footballers, died in November 2020 aged 60.

Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' shirt headlines Qatar exhibit during World Cup

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