<p>After his triumph in the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic won his 22 Grand Slam title, levelling with Rafael Nadal. The two long-time rivals will lock horns once again during the forthcoming French Open as it will be a fight between the experienced duo to move a step ahead of the other.</p>

<p>Prior to the French Open, Djokovic hailed young sensation Carlos Alcaraz -- who is one spot below the Serbian in the ATP rankings (i.e. at No. 2 spot) -- but says he doesn't consider him as a rival. The world number one stated that Nadal will 'remain the biggest rival I ever had in my career'.</p>

<p>"Alcaraz is playing at a great level. I cannot call him my main rival. My main rival is still Nadal, you know, even though Alcaraz is obviously number 2 [in the world rankings]. He was number 1, he has won a Slam,” said Djokovic.</p>

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<p>He further asserted, "Nadal has been the biggest rival, and he probably will remain the biggest rival I ever had in my career."</p>

<p><strong>'Alcaraz&nbsp;is arguably the next biggest thing in our sport'</strong></p>

<p>Djokovic went on to laud the the 19-year-old Alcaraz. The Spaniard has made heads turn in his short career so far, winning the US Open 2022 along with reaching the quarters in French Open and fourth-round in Wimbledon last year. Hence, the Serbian said,&nbsp;"It's amazing that he is able to find the top level right away. That is actually a characteristic of a mature player. He doesn't have so much experience, but he is showing maturity very early on, and with the way he handles himself on and off the court."</p>

<p>Nonetheless, the No. 1 ranked player still believes someone like Alcaraz&nbsp;cannot be termed as his rival as he is doing great things but since the last year and a half only. "He is a great guy and has a very good team of people around him. He deserves all his success and he is, I think, bringing some new, fresh energy into tennis, you know. He is a very dynamic player and personality and is very liked all around the world. So he deserves everything. He is arguably the next biggest thing in our sport or he is already there. I just feel the rivalry with Nadal is something that is difficult to eliminate just because someone is doing great things in the last year and a half, you know,”&nbsp;Djokovic concluded.</p>


After his triumph in the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic won his 22 Grand Slam title, levelling with Rafael Nadal. The two long-time rivals will lock horns once again during the forthcoming French Open as it will be a fight between the experienced duo to move a step ahead of the other.

After his triumph in the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic won his 22 Grand Slam title, levelling with Rafael Nadal. The two long-time rivals will lock horns once again during the forthcoming French Open as it will be a fight between the experienced duo to move a step ahead of the other. Prior to the French Open, Djokovic hailed young sensation Carlos Alcaraz -- who is one spot below the Serbian in the ATP rankings (i.e. at No. 2 spot) -- but says he doesn't consider him as a rival. The world number one stated that Nadal will 'remain the biggest rival I ever had in my career'. "Alcaraz is playing at a great level. I cannot call him my main rival. My main rival is still Nadal, you know, even though Alcaraz is obviously number 2 [in the world rankings]. He was number 1, he has won a Slam,” said Djokovic. Also Read: Cristiano Ronaldo to sell his Manchester luxury mansion, demands a WHOPPING amount He further asserted, "Nadal has been the biggest rival, and he probably will remain the biggest rival I ever had in my career." 'Alcaraz is arguably the next biggest thing in our sport' Djokovic went on to laud the the 19-year-old Alcaraz. The Spaniard has made heads turn in his short career so far, winning the US Open 2022 along with reaching the quarters in French Open and fourth-round in Wimbledon last year. Hence, the Serbian said, "It's amazing that he is able to find the top level right away. That is actually a characteristic of a mature player. He doesn't have so much experience, but he is showing maturity very early on, and with the way he handles himself on and off the court." Nonetheless, the No. 1 ranked player still believes someone like Alcaraz cannot be termed as his rival as he is doing great things but since the last year and a half only. "He is a great guy and has a very good team of people around him. He deserves all his success and he is, I think, bringing some new, fresh energy into tennis, you know. He is a very dynamic player and personality and is very liked all around the world. So he deserves everything. He is arguably the next biggest thing in our sport or he is already there. I just feel the rivalry with Nadal is something that is difficult to eliminate just because someone is doing great things in the last year and a half, you know,” Djokovic concluded.

Rafael Nadal will remain the biggest rival I ever had in my career, says Novak Djokovic

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo made heads turn when he decided to leave Manchester United, after his fallout with the co-owners and team management, and signed a substanial deal with Asian club Al-Nassr till 2025; reportedly making him the world's highest-paid footballer. With the Portugal captain shifting to Saudi, he has now put his Europe mansion, in Manchester, up for sale.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a report carried by the Sun, the 38-year-old Ronaldo is demanding a whopping 5.5 million pounds (i.e. nearly INR 55 crores) for this luxurious property. The mansion comprises&nbsp;a swimming pool, guest rooms, tennis courts as well as a cinema room. The superstar striker has moved to Saudi with his partner and kids and&nbsp;is reportedly earning a staggering 200 million euros during his stint with the Riyadh-based club.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>So far, Ronaldo has scored four goals for Al-Nassr, who is at the second position in Saudi Pro League. The legendary footballer has impressed in his stint so far, scoring four goals in a game. The club will next play on Saturday (February 25) as they face seventh-ranked Damac.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On joining the Al-Nassr, Ronaldo said in a statement in December 2022, "I’m thrilled for a new experience in a different league and a different country, the vision that Al Nassr has is very inspiring,” Ronaldo said in a statement. "I am fortunate that I have won everything I set out to win in European football and feel now that this is the right moment to share my experience in Asia. I am looking forward to joining my new team mates and together with them help the Club to achieve success," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ronaldo has smoothly settled in his new club. Recently, he was also seen performing the&nbsp;traditional Ardah dance on Saudi Founding Day (February 22).</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo made heads turn when he decided to leave Manchester United, after his fallout with the co-owners and team management, and signed a substanial deal with Asian club Al-Nassr till 2025; reportedly making him the world's highest-paid footballer.

Cristiano Ronaldo made heads turn when he decided to leave Manchester United, after his fallout with the co-owners and team management, and signed a substanial deal with Asian club Al-Nassr till 2025; reportedly making him the world's highest-paid footballer. With the Portugal captain shifting to Saudi, he has now put his Europe mansion, in Manchester, up for sale. In a report carried by the Sun, the 38-year-old Ronaldo is demanding a whopping 5.5 million pounds (i.e. nearly INR 55 crores) for this luxurious property. The mansion comprises a swimming pool, guest rooms, tennis courts as well as a cinema room. The superstar striker has moved to Saudi with his partner and kids and is reportedly earning a staggering 200 million euros during his stint with the Riyadh-based club. Also Read: Al-Nassr striker Cristiano Ronaldo performs traditional Ardah dance on Saudi Founding Day - Watch Video So far, Ronaldo has scored four goals for Al-Nassr, who is at the second position in Saudi Pro League. The legendary footballer has impressed in his stint so far, scoring four goals in a game. The club will next play on Saturday (February 25) as they face seventh-ranked Damac. On joining the Al-Nassr, Ronaldo said in a statement in December 2022, "I’m thrilled for a new experience in a different league and a different country, the vision that Al Nassr has is very inspiring,” Ronaldo said in a statement. "I am fortunate that I have won everything I set out to win in European football and feel now that this is the right moment to share my experience in Asia. I am looking forward to joining my new team mates and together with them help the Club to achieve success," he added. Ronaldo has smoothly settled in his new club. Recently, he was also seen performing the traditional Ardah dance on Saudi Founding Day (February 22).

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<p>Fifth-seeded Coco Gauff won an all-American quarterfinal on Thursday at the Dubai Duty Free&nbsp;Tennis&nbsp;Championships, beating Madison Keys 6-2, 7-5 in the United Arab Emirates. Gauff saved the only break point she faced in the 81-minute match, and she converted four of her five break opportunities.</p>

<p>The result moves Gauff into a semifinal matchup with top-seeded Iga Swiatek of Poland, the reigning French Open champion. Swiatek, who got a walkover into the semis when the Czech Republic's Karolina Pliskova couldn't play because of a viral illness, has lost no more than one game in nine of past 10 sets.</p>

<p>The other semifinal will feature third-seeded Jessica Pegula of the United States and Barbora Krejcikova of the Czech Republic. Pegula got a quarterfinal walkover when the Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova withdrew due to an abdominal injury. Krejcikova came from behind to upset second-seeded Aryna Sabalenka of Belurus 0-6, 7-6 (2), 6-1.</p>

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<p>Top-seeded Magda Linette was on the verge of heading to a third set, but instead the Polish player advanced to the quarterfinals in Merida, Mexico, when Hungary's Panna Udvardy was forced to retire due to an ankle injury.</p>

<p>Linette won the first set 6-0 but trailed the second 5-2 when Udvardy had to stop. Udvardy was rallying even though she had won just 40 percent of her first-serve points (10 of 25) and none of her 10 second-serve points.</p>

<p>Second-seeded Sloane Stephens of the United States edged Russia's Varvara Gracheva 5-7, 6-2, 7-6 (5) in second-round action, and Sweden's Rebecca Peterson upset fifth-seeded U.S. player Alycia Parks 6-4, 6-2. In the last match of the night, fourth-seeded Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic downed Belgium's Ysaline Bonaventure 6-0, 7-5.</p>


Fifth-seeded Coco Gauff won an all-American quarterfinal on Thursday at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, beating Madison Keys 6-2, 7-5 in the United Arab Emirates.

Fifth-seeded Coco Gauff won an all-American quarterfinal on Thursday at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, beating Madison Keys 6-2, 7-5 in the United Arab Emirates. Gauff saved the only break point she faced in the 81-minute match, and she converted four of her five break opportunities. The result moves Gauff into a semifinal matchup with top-seeded Iga Swiatek of Poland, the reigning French Open champion. Swiatek, who got a walkover into the semis when the Czech Republic's Karolina Pliskova couldn't play because of a viral illness, has lost no more than one game in nine of past 10 sets. The other semifinal will feature third-seeded Jessica Pegula of the United States and Barbora Krejcikova of the Czech Republic. Pegula got a quarterfinal walkover when the Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova withdrew due to an abdominal injury. Krejcikova came from behind to upset second-seeded Aryna Sabalenka of Belurus 0-6, 7-6 (2), 6-1. Also Read: World number one Novak Djokovic hopes for positive news on U.S. tournaments participation Merida Open Akron Top-seeded Magda Linette was on the verge of heading to a third set, but instead the Polish player advanced to the quarterfinals in Merida, Mexico, when Hungary's Panna Udvardy was forced to retire due to an ankle injury. Linette won the first set 6-0 but trailed the second 5-2 when Udvardy had to stop. Udvardy was rallying even though she had won just 40 percent of her first-serve points (10 of 25) and none of her 10 second-serve points. Second-seeded Sloane Stephens of the United States edged Russia's Varvara Gracheva 5-7, 6-2, 7-6 (5) in second-round action, and Sweden's Rebecca Peterson upset fifth-seeded U.S. player Alycia Parks 6-4, 6-2. In the last match of the night, fourth-seeded Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic downed Belgium's Ysaline Bonaventure 6-0, 7-5.

WTA roundup: Fifth-seeded Coco Gauff enters Dubai semi-finals

<p>The 2023 Asia Cup has been much talked about. While Pakistan will host the 50-over continental tournament, the venue isn't finalised as India have made it clear that they won't travel to their neighbouring country due to the strained political relations between both sides. A final decision on the venue is likely to be out by March but Pakistan will remain the host for sure.</p>

<p>Ever since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah revealed, in late 2022, that Team India won't get government clearance to go to Pakistan for the tournament, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have not taken things lightly. The then PCB chief Ramiz Raja had revealed that Pakistan will boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, in India, if the Men in Blue pull out of Asia Cup. Now, Kamran Akmal -- the veteran keeper-batter -- has joined the bandwagon and backed Ramiz's claims.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Speaking on the Nadir Ali podcast, Kamran said that Pakistan also have respect and they shouldn't travel to their neighbouring country if India doesn't turn up for the Asia Cup.</p>

<p>"If India do not agree to come for the Asia Cup, we should not go to India to play the 2023 World Cup there. Hamaari bhi respect hai (We are also well respected). We have been world champions too, have topped rankings in all formats and have won the Champions Trophy too. This is between two governments; until they are on the same page, the teams won't go with each other. We have to see how long it goes," Kamran said.</p>

<p>India and Pakistan's senior men's team had last met during the 2022 T20 World Cup, in Australia, where Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. beat Babar Azam-led Men in Green by five wickets.</p>


The 2023 Asia Cup has been much talked about. While Pakistan will host the 50-over continental tournament, the venue isn't finalised as India have made it clear that they won't travel to their neighbouring country due to the strained political relations between both sides.

The 2023 Asia Cup has been much talked about. While Pakistan will host the 50-over continental tournament, the venue isn't finalised as India have made it clear that they won't travel to their neighbouring country due to the strained political relations between both sides. A final decision on the venue is likely to be out by March but Pakistan will remain the host for sure. Ever since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah revealed, in late 2022, that Team India won't get government clearance to go to Pakistan for the tournament, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have not taken things lightly. The then PCB chief Ramiz Raja had revealed that Pakistan will boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, in India, if the Men in Blue pull out of Asia Cup. Now, Kamran Akmal -- the veteran keeper-batter -- has joined the bandwagon and backed Ramiz's claims. Also Read: WATCH: Anjum Chopra consoles an emotional Harmanpreet Kaur after India's T20 World Cup exit Speaking on the Nadir Ali podcast, Kamran said that Pakistan also have respect and they shouldn't travel to their neighbouring country if India doesn't turn up for the Asia Cup. "If India do not agree to come for the Asia Cup, we should not go to India to play the 2023 World Cup there. Hamaari bhi respect hai (We are also well respected). We have been world champions too, have topped rankings in all formats and have won the Champions Trophy too. This is between two governments; until they are on the same page, the teams won't go with each other. We have to see how long it goes," Kamran said. India and Pakistan's senior men's team had last met during the 2022 T20 World Cup, in Australia, where Rohit Sharma & Co. beat Babar Azam-led Men in Green by five wickets.

We are also well respected: Kamran Akmal in favour of Pak boycotting ODI WC if Ind pull out of Asia Cup

<p>Australia are tottering in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) versus hosts India. After losing the first two Tests, they will be without regular captain Pat Cummins as the skipper will remain in Australia to look after his&nbsp;ailing mother whereas struggling opener David Warner too has returned home due to a hairline fracture on his elbow during the second Test in New Delhi.</p>

<p>After reaching Australia, Warner reacted to being out of the India Tests -- where he only managed 26&nbsp;runs in three outings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Sad to leave the tour injured and Not the memories that I wanted. Thanks to all the fans that turned up to all our games that we have played so far. Delhi did not go our way but two more games to go for the team and hopefully we can rebound quickly," said Warner on Instagram.</p>

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<p>Warner never looked comfortable in the series and returned with scores of 1, 10 and 15. He will be hopeful to make a comeback for the three-match ODI series, which kicks off on March 17. After returning to his country, he opined on his Test career while interacting with the&nbsp;reporters at the Sydney Airport and&nbsp;said, "I've always said I'm playing to 2024; if the selectors feel that I'm not worthy of my spot (in Tests), then so be it, and I can push on to the white-ball stuff. I've got the next 12 months, a lot of cricket's ahead for the team and if I can keep scoring runs and putting my best foot forward for the team and I can help my spot, it'd be great for the team."</p>

<p>"It's easy pickings (for critics) when you're 36 going on 37. I've seen it before with the ex-players as well. So for me if I'm taking pressure off the rest of the other guys, and no one's worrying about the rest of the team, I'm happy to do that," he added.</p>

<p>Talking about the 2022/23 BGT, Australia will take on Rohit Sharma-led India in the third and penultimate Test, in Indore, with Steve Smith leading the side. The visitors have a herculean task to prevent a 4-0 whitewash.</p>


Australia are tottering in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) versus hosts India. After losing the first two Tests, they will be without regular captain Pat Cummins as the skipper will remain in Australia to look after his ailing mother whereas struggling opener David Warner too has returned home due to a hairline fracture on his elbow during the second Test in New Delhi.

Australia are tottering in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) versus hosts India. After losing the first two Tests, they will be without regular captain Pat Cummins as the skipper will remain in Australia to look after his ailing mother whereas struggling opener David Warner too has returned home due to a hairline fracture on his elbow during the second Test in New Delhi. After reaching Australia, Warner reacted to being out of the India Tests -- where he only managed 26 runs in three outings. "Sad to leave the tour injured and Not the memories that I wanted. Thanks to all the fans that turned up to all our games that we have played so far. Delhi did not go our way but two more games to go for the team and hopefully we can rebound quickly," said Warner on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Warner (@davidwarner31) × Also Read: IND vs AUS: Cummins to stay back in Australia with ailing mother, Steve Smith named captain for Indore Test Warner never looked comfortable in the series and returned with scores of 1, 10 and 15. He will be hopeful to make a comeback for the three-match ODI series, which kicks off on March 17. After returning to his country, he opined on his Test career while interacting with the reporters at the Sydney Airport and said, "I've always said I'm playing to 2024; if the selectors feel that I'm not worthy of my spot (in Tests), then so be it, and I can push on to the white-ball stuff. I've got the next 12 months, a lot of cricket's ahead for the team and if I can keep scoring runs and putting my best foot forward for the team and I can help my spot, it'd be great for the team." "It's easy pickings (for critics) when you're 36 going on 37. I've seen it before with the ex-players as well. So for me if I'm taking pressure off the rest of the other guys, and no one's worrying about the rest of the team, I'm happy to do that," he added. Talking about the 2022/23 BGT, Australia will take on Rohit Sharma-led India in the third and penultimate Test, in Indore, with Steve Smith leading the side. The visitors have a herculean task to prevent a 4-0 whitewash.

Ruled out of India Tests due to injury, David Warner says sad to leave, not the memories I wanted

<p>India gave a tough fight to defending champions Australia but bowed out of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023, in South Africa, with a five-run loss in the first semi-final on Thursday (February 23). Being asked to bowl first, India were rusty as Australia rode on Beth Mooney's 54, captain Mag Lanning's 49* and Ashleigh Gardener's 31 to post 172-4. In reply, India were on course courtesy of Harmanpreet Kaur-Jemimah Rodrigues' 69-run fourth-wicket stand but fell apart to manage 167/8.</p>

<p>After India lost three quick wickets and were tottering at 28&nbsp;for 3 in pursuit of 173, in Newlands, Cape Town, skipper Harmanpreet and Jemimah revived the run-chase with a confident stand. The duo were going well when Jemimah fell for a good-looking 43, off 24 balls, before the Indian captain got run-out in an unfortunate manner, for a 34-ball 52. After her dismissal, India fell from 133-5, still in a good position with only 40 required off 32 balls, to get restricted for 167 for 8. Hence, the Indian skipper was in tears after the contest.</p>

<p>Anjum Chopra, the former Indian women's captain, met Harmanpreet after the game and hugged a teary-eyed swashbuckling batter. <strong>Here's the heartwarming video:</strong></p>

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<p>Anjum spoke about the moment after the match and said, "My intention was to give the captain some empathy because that's all I can offer from the outside. It was an emotional moment for both of us. India have reached the semi-finals a lot of times and they have lost. This is not the first time I've seen Harmanpreet bat like this. I have seen her battling her injuries and health."</p>

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<p>At the post-match presser, Harmanpreet said, "If my bat didn't get stuck, that run would have easily happened. If I had stayed till the last moment, the game would have finished an over before given the momentum we had. But even after that, Deepti Sharma was there, Richa Ghosh was there. I had belief that they could get the job done. If you have seen the matches till now, Richa had batted brilliantly. But after my dismissal, there were seven or eight dot balls and that was the turning point of the match. Otherwise, we had good momentum and things were going well."</p>

<p>Under Harman, India once again fell to lift the T20 WC title despite reaching the knockouts. In 2018, they lost the semi-finals whereas the Women in Blue reached the finale in the previous edition before once again bowing out of the showpiece event in the last four round.</p>


India gave a tough fight to defending champions Australia but bowed out of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023, in South Africa, with a five-run loss in the first semi-final on Thursday (February 23).

India gave a tough fight to defending champions Australia but bowed out of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023, in South Africa, with a five-run loss in the first semi-final on Thursday (February 23). Being asked to bowl first, India were rusty as Australia rode on Beth Mooney's 54, captain Mag Lanning's 49* and Ashleigh Gardener's 31 to post 172-4. In reply, India were on course courtesy of Harmanpreet Kaur-Jemimah Rodrigues' 69-run fourth-wicket stand but fell apart to manage 167/8. After India lost three quick wickets and were tottering at 28 for 3 in pursuit of 173, in Newlands, Cape Town, skipper Harmanpreet and Jemimah revived the run-chase with a confident stand. The duo were going well when Jemimah fell for a good-looking 43, off 24 balls, before the Indian captain got run-out in an unfortunate manner, for a 34-ball 52. After her dismissal, India fell from 133-5, still in a good position with only 40 required off 32 balls, to get restricted for 167 for 8. Hence, the Indian skipper was in tears after the contest. Anjum Chopra, the former Indian women's captain, met Harmanpreet after the game and hugged a teary-eyed swashbuckling batter. Here's the heartwarming video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × Anjum spoke about the moment after the match and said, "My intention was to give the captain some empathy because that's all I can offer from the outside. It was an emotional moment for both of us. India have reached the semi-finals a lot of times and they have lost. This is not the first time I've seen Harmanpreet bat like this. I have seen her battling her injuries and health." Also Read: WATCH: Harmanpreet Kaur throws her bat after being run out in T20 World Cup semi-final vs Australia At the post-match presser, Harmanpreet said, "If my bat didn't get stuck, that run would have easily happened. If I had stayed till the last moment, the game would have finished an over before given the momentum we had. But even after that, Deepti Sharma was there, Richa Ghosh was there. I had belief that they could get the job done. If you have seen the matches till now, Richa had batted brilliantly. But after my dismissal, there were seven or eight dot balls and that was the turning point of the match. Otherwise, we had good momentum and things were going well." Under Harman, India once again fell to lift the T20 WC title despite reaching the knockouts. In 2018, they lost the semi-finals whereas the Women in Blue reached the finale in the previous edition before once again bowing out of the showpiece event in the last four round.

WATCH: Anjum Chopra consoles an emotional Harmanpreet Kaur after India's T20 World Cup exit

<p>Harmanpreet Kaur-led India lost to defending champions Australia in the first semi-final of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023 on Thursday (February 23). The match was in India's favour in the second-half before Harmanpreet's bizarre dismissal led to Women in Yellow's narrow win.</p>

<p>While India were asked to bowl first, they weren't good in patches and pulled off an ordinary fielding effort as Australia rode on Beth Mooney's 54, captain Meg Lanning's 49* and Ashleigh Gardener's 31* to post 172 for 4.&nbsp;In reply, India lost three quick wickets but was kept in the run-chase but were kept in the hunt courtesy of skipper Harman and Jemimah Rodrigues' 69-run stand.</p>

<p>After Jemimah's fall, Harman got run-out in an unfortunate manner which turned the tides in Australia's favour, eventually winning by five runs. Harmanpreet was well-set, on 52, before her unlucky dismissal changed the complexion of the game and, hence, she was lost cool. While walking back, she threw her bat and was furious at the sudden turn of events. <strong>Here's the clip:</strong></p>

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<p>Harmanpreet swept a delivery from&nbsp;Georgia Wareham to deep mid-wicket and while completing the second run, she got a bit small and when she tried to drag her bat inside the crease, it got stuck and led to her dismissal. Keeper Ashley Healy also outfoxed Harmanpreet as she&nbsp;acted like she wasn't going to hit the stumps and dislodged it&nbsp;when the Indian captain's feet were in the air.</p>

<p>Harmanpreet said during the post-match presser, "If my bat didn't get stuck, that run would have easily happened. If I had stayed till the last moment, the game would have finished an over before given the momentum we had. But even after that, Deepti Sharma was there, Richa Ghosh was there. I had belief that they could get the job done. If you have seen the matches till now, Richa had batted brilliantly. But after my dismissal, there were seven or eight dot balls and that was the turning point of the match. Otherwise, we had good momentum and things were going well."</p>

<p>Australia will now play the winner of England-South Africa, who will meet in the second semi-final on Friday (February 24), in the finale on Sunday (February 26) in Newlands, Cape Town.</p>


Harmanpreet Kaur-led India lost to defending champions Australia in the first semi-final of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023 on Thursday (February 23). The match was in India's favour in the second-half before Harmanpreet's bizarre dismissal led to Women in Yellow's narrow win.

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India lost to defending champions Australia in the first semi-final of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023 on Thursday (February 23). The match was in India's favour in the second-half before Harmanpreet's bizarre dismissal led to Women in Yellow's narrow win. While India were asked to bowl first, they weren't good in patches and pulled off an ordinary fielding effort as Australia rode on Beth Mooney's 54, captain Meg Lanning's 49* and Ashleigh Gardener's 31* to post 172 for 4. In reply, India lost three quick wickets but was kept in the run-chase but were kept in the hunt courtesy of skipper Harman and Jemimah Rodrigues' 69-run stand. After Jemimah's fall, Harman got run-out in an unfortunate manner which turned the tides in Australia's favour, eventually winning by five runs. Harmanpreet was well-set, on 52, before her unlucky dismissal changed the complexion of the game and, hence, she was lost cool. While walking back, she threw her bat and was furious at the sudden turn of events. Here's the clip: pic.twitter.com/D1bYu3qogq — Anna 24GhanteChaukanna (@Anna24GhanteCh2) February 23, 2023 × Also Read: ICC Women's T20 WC: Harmanpreet Kaur's fifty in vain as Australia beat India by 5 runs to enter final Harmanpreet swept a delivery from Georgia Wareham to deep mid-wicket and while completing the second run, she got a bit small and when she tried to drag her bat inside the crease, it got stuck and led to her dismissal. Keeper Ashley Healy also outfoxed Harmanpreet as she acted like she wasn't going to hit the stumps and dislodged it when the Indian captain's feet were in the air. Harmanpreet said during the post-match presser, "If my bat didn't get stuck, that run would have easily happened. If I had stayed till the last moment, the game would have finished an over before given the momentum we had. But even after that, Deepti Sharma was there, Richa Ghosh was there. I had belief that they could get the job done. If you have seen the matches till now, Richa had batted brilliantly. But after my dismissal, there were seven or eight dot balls and that was the turning point of the match. Otherwise, we had good momentum and things were going well." Australia will now play the winner of England-South Africa, who will meet in the second semi-final on Friday (February 24), in the finale on Sunday (February 26) in Newlands, Cape Town.

WATCH: Harmanpreet Kaur throws her bat after being run out in T20 World Cup semi-final vs Australia

<p>After much delay, one of the most-awaited boxing showdowns will take place as Jake Paul,&nbsp;the Youtuber-turned-boxer, will lock horns with Tommy Fury&nbsp;this Sunday (February 26) in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. It is to be noted that the fight was set to take place in 2021 before it got cancelled and shifted to 2022. However, the battle didn't take place even in 2022 and, hence, it is a keenly-awaited contest between two in-form young boxers.</p>

<p>Talking about the 26-year-old Paul, he heads into the cruiserweight bout in Saudi Arabia with a splendid run in the recent past. He has&nbsp;a 6-0 record and got past MMA legend Anderson Silva by TKO in his previous&nbsp;fight. On the other hand, 23-year-old Fury comprises an 8-0 record in his career, which surely sets up for a marquee battle in the ring between the two stars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per reports, the fighters will&nbsp;earn a combined amount which will be in excess of&nbsp;13 million at the Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury, pay-per-view (PPV) event. According to a report by Sports Zion, Paul&nbsp;has a fight purse of USD 3.2 million in the fight and will walk away with&nbsp;65% of the PPV money. Thus, this takes his overall prize money to an estimated&nbsp;amount of USD 8.6 million, including sponsorships.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Fury will reportedly earn USD 2 million whereas take&nbsp;home 35% of the PPV shares, making his grand total&nbsp;an impressive&nbsp;USD 4.5 million.</p>

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<p>Overall, it promises to be an enthralling battle between Paul -- known as the Problem Child -- and Fury, who is also the younger brother of Tyson Fury (who has jokingly warned Tommy that he can remain in Saudi&nbsp;and change his&nbsp;surname if he is defeated by Paul). A lot is at stake for both the boxers and boxing lovers can't wait for Sunday's marquee clash to kickoff.</p>

<p>Who will it be? Paul or Fury? Only time will tell...</p>


After much delay, one of the most-awaited boxing showdowns will take place as Jake Paul, the Youtuber-turned-boxer, will lock horns with Tommy Fury this Sunday (February 26) in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

After much delay, one of the most-awaited boxing showdowns will take place as Jake Paul, the Youtuber-turned-boxer, will lock horns with Tommy Fury this Sunday (February 26) in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. It is to be noted that the fight was set to take place in 2021 before it got cancelled and shifted to 2022. However, the battle didn't take place even in 2022 and, hence, it is a keenly-awaited contest between two in-form young boxers. Talking about the 26-year-old Paul, he heads into the cruiserweight bout in Saudi Arabia with a splendid run in the recent past. He has a 6-0 record and got past MMA legend Anderson Silva by TKO in his previous fight. On the other hand, 23-year-old Fury comprises an 8-0 record in his career, which surely sets up for a marquee battle in the ring between the two stars. As per reports, the fighters will earn a combined amount which will be in excess of 13 million at the Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury, pay-per-view (PPV) event. According to a report by Sports Zion, Paul has a fight purse of USD 3.2 million in the fight and will walk away with 65% of the PPV money. Thus, this takes his overall prize money to an estimated amount of USD 8.6 million, including sponsorships. Meanwhile, Fury will reportedly earn USD 2 million whereas take home 35% of the PPV shares, making his grand total an impressive USD 4.5 million. Also Read: WWE: Sami Zayn should not join forces with Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 39, feels wrestling veteran Overall, it promises to be an enthralling battle between Paul -- known as the Problem Child -- and Fury, who is also the younger brother of Tyson Fury (who has jokingly warned Tommy that he can remain in Saudi and change his surname if he is defeated by Paul). A lot is at stake for both the boxers and boxing lovers can't wait for Sunday's marquee clash to kickoff. Who will it be? Paul or Fury? Only time will tell...

Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury fight: From date, time to prize money - All you need to know

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India has gained an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy versus Pat Cummins-led Australia. After winning the series opener, in Nagpur, by innings and 132 runs, India defeated Australia in the second Test, in the national capital, by six wickets and are favourites to win the remaining two games as well. Ahead of the third and penultimate Test, to be held in Indore, former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels the home side will whitewash the Aussies and slammed Cummins &amp; Co.</p>

<p>Speaking on Sports Tak, Harbhajan opined that the current Aussie team looks like a pale shadow of its former self and slammed them for creating so much confusion in their preparations. A lot was expected of the No. 1 ranked Aussie side but they are certainly on the mat with a chance to lose the series 4-0. Bhajji added that had it been a ten-match series, India would have still won 10-0.</p>

<p id="5">“Australia practised against Ravichandran Ashwin’s duplicate, but I feel the Australian team itself is a duplicate one. Their mindset is such that they are only focusing on negative things," said the legendary spinner Harbhajan.</p>

<p id="6">Bhajji asserted, "They created so much confusion that they lost the game even before the first ball was bowled. It doesn’t seem like they have done any preparation for this tour. Looking at their performance, I think the only thing they practised was getting out."</p>

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<p id="8">Harbhajan further added, "I do not doubt that India will win 4-0. Even if it was a 10-match series, India would beat Australia 10-0 because this Australian team doesn’t have any firepower. If there is something on the pitch, they throw their wickets from the dressing room itself."</p>

<p>Australia will hope to put up a much better performance in the third and penultimate Test of the four-match series. India, on the other hand, will aim to win the Indore Test to secure a place in the WTC final and go for a 4-0 whitewash.</p>


Rohit Sharma-led India has gained an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy versus Pat Cummins-led Australia. After winning the series opener, in Nagpur, by innings and 132 runs, India defeated Australia in the second Test, in the national capital, by six wickets and are favourites to win the remaining two games as well.

Rohit Sharma-led India has gained an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy versus Pat Cummins-led Australia. After winning the series opener, in Nagpur, by innings and 132 runs, India defeated Australia in the second Test, in the national capital, by six wickets and are favourites to win the remaining two games as well. Ahead of the third and penultimate Test, to be held in Indore, former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels the home side will whitewash the Aussies and slammed Cummins & Co. Speaking on Sports Tak, Harbhajan opined that the current Aussie team looks like a pale shadow of its former self and slammed them for creating so much confusion in their preparations. A lot was expected of the No. 1 ranked Aussie side but they are certainly on the mat with a chance to lose the series 4-0. Bhajji added that had it been a ten-match series, India would have still won 10-0. “Australia practised against Ravichandran Ashwin’s duplicate, but I feel the Australian team itself is a duplicate one. Their mindset is such that they are only focusing on negative things," said the legendary spinner Harbhajan. Bhajji asserted, "They created so much confusion that they lost the game even before the first ball was bowled. It doesn’t seem like they have done any preparation for this tour. Looking at their performance, I think the only thing they practised was getting out." Also Read: 'Can we leave KL Rahul alone?': Harbhajan Singh backs under-fire Indian opener amid severe criticism Harbhajan further added, "I do not doubt that India will win 4-0. Even if it was a 10-match series, India would beat Australia 10-0 because this Australian team doesn’t have any firepower. If there is something on the pitch, they throw their wickets from the dressing room itself." Australia will hope to put up a much better performance in the third and penultimate Test of the four-match series. India, on the other hand, will aim to win the Indore Test to secure a place in the WTC final and go for a 4-0 whitewash.

If it were a 10-match series, Ind would've won 10-0: Harbhajan slams Cummins & Co., says hosts will win '4-0'

<p>Novak Djokovic said on Wednesday he was hoping for a positive outcome shortly, having applied for special permission to enter the United States to compete in ATP Masters 1000 events in Indian Wells and Miami that begin next month. Djokovic, one of the most high-profile athletes unvaccinated against COVID-19, added he would return to the ATP tour in Dubai next week after winning a record-extending 10th Australian Open title and his 22nd Grand Slam last month.</p>

<p>"My plans after Dubai depend on the U.S. I'm waiting for a reply, it's not on me... I will know soon," world number one Djokovic told reporters after practice in Belgrade. "Everything is in process. I'm thankful to the Indians Wells and Miami communities for their support. They would like me to be able to play in their tournaments... I'm looking forward to a positive decision coming soon, but it's not in my hands."</p>

<p>The U.S. vaccine requirement for foreign air travellers is not expected to be lifted before the main draw begins at Indian Wells on March 9 and the Miami Open later in the month, meaning Djokovic could miss out for a second straight year. U.S. President Joe Biden's administration said last month it would lift COVID emergency declarations on May 11, but Djokovic -- named on the Indian Wells entry list -- said he had submitted the required documentation for special permission. Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas said last month it would be a "disgrace" if Djokovic was not allowed to compete in the U.S. in 2023 after the Serbian also missed last year's major at Flushing Meadows.</p>

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<p>Djokovic, who missed last year's Australian Open and was deported from the country due to his vaccine status, has said he would skip Grand Slams rather than have a COVID shot. "Last year I missed Indian Wells, Miami and the U.S. Open swing so it won't be the first time if it happens (again). I hope it doesn't," Djokovic said. "That's all I can do because my position stays the same... The U.S. Open is still far away so I hope I'll be able to be there. It's one of the four biggest events in our sport's history. "Of course I'd love to be there. I've received the most wonderful support from the New York and American crowd during the 2021 final I lost to Daniil Medvedev. But I experienced something that I never did there before. "So I want to go back and connect with people and hopefully play my best&nbsp;tennis&nbsp;and get another trophy there."</p>


Novak Djokovic said on Wednesday he was hoping for a positive outcome shortly, having applied for special permission to enter the United States to compete in ATP Masters 1000 events in Indian Wells and Miami that begin next month.

Novak Djokovic said on Wednesday he was hoping for a positive outcome shortly, having applied for special permission to enter the United States to compete in ATP Masters 1000 events in Indian Wells and Miami that begin next month. Djokovic, one of the most high-profile athletes unvaccinated against COVID-19, added he would return to the ATP tour in Dubai next week after winning a record-extending 10th Australian Open title and his 22nd Grand Slam last month. "My plans after Dubai depend on the U.S. I'm waiting for a reply, it's not on me... I will know soon," world number one Djokovic told reporters after practice in Belgrade. "Everything is in process. I'm thankful to the Indians Wells and Miami communities for their support. They would like me to be able to play in their tournaments... I'm looking forward to a positive decision coming soon, but it's not in my hands." The U.S. vaccine requirement for foreign air travellers is not expected to be lifted before the main draw begins at Indian Wells on March 9 and the Miami Open later in the month, meaning Djokovic could miss out for a second straight year. U.S. President Joe Biden's administration said last month it would lift COVID emergency declarations on May 11, but Djokovic -- named on the Indian Wells entry list -- said he had submitted the required documentation for special permission. Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas said last month it would be a "disgrace" if Djokovic was not allowed to compete in the U.S. in 2023 after the Serbian also missed last year's major at Flushing Meadows. Also Read: Cameron Smith, Dustin Johnson to feature in controversial Saudi-backed LIV Golf League Djokovic, who missed last year's Australian Open and was deported from the country due to his vaccine status, has said he would skip Grand Slams rather than have a COVID shot. "Last year I missed Indian Wells, Miami and the U.S. Open swing so it won't be the first time if it happens (again). I hope it doesn't," Djokovic said. "That's all I can do because my position stays the same... The U.S. Open is still far away so I hope I'll be able to be there. It's one of the four biggest events in our sport's history. "Of course I'd love to be there. I've received the most wonderful support from the New York and American crowd during the 2021 final I lost to Daniil Medvedev. But I experienced something that I never did there before. "So I want to go back and connect with people and hopefully play my best tennis and get another trophy there."

World number one Novak Djokovic hopes for positive news on U.S. tournaments participation

<p>Sami Zayn's name has been doing the rounds ahead of WrestleMania 39. Before his bout, former WCW wrestler Disco Inferno feels he should not join forces with Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 39. The 38-year-old Zayn unsuccessfully challenged Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at Elimination Chamber on February 18. Going forward, it&nbsp; is being speculated that Owens and Zayn could face the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship in early April.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before that, Disco Inferno opined, on&nbsp;<em>K100,&nbsp;</em>that he would be pleased to see Zayn team up with his ally Jey Uso against Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa and not join forces with Owens. In this regard, he stated, "I honestly think that the storyline is better if it's Jey and Sami against Solo and Jimmy. Keep it all in family. It's a family squabble. The outsider guy [Zayn], the brother's a friend, this is stuff like real life. You have two brothers. One of the brothers is jealous that he's hanging out more with the friend. They turn on the friend because the older brother, Roman, didn't like him, so he scr*wed the older brother for bullying him."</p>

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<p><strong>How about Kevin Owens joining forces with Sami Zayn?</strong></p>

<p>Disco Inferno opined, "I know Kevin Owens, that's the way, but he's still on the outskirts of the storyline in my opinion. I think that inner squabble with these guys is still the story. They're not gonna do it my way, but that's the match I would have."&nbsp;</p>

<p>A lot has been said and written about Zayn ahead of WrestleMania 39. Teddy Long -- widely claimed as the longest-serving on-screen manager on the Blue Brand – SmackDown from 2004 to 2012 -- also joined the bandwagon and praised Zayn. "He's the guy, man. He's moving fast and doing a great job. His promos are on the money. His wrestling ability, his selling in the ring, everything is just coming together for Sami Zayn," said Long&nbsp;during an exclusive interaction with SportsKeeda Wrestling's&nbsp;<em>The Wrestling Time Machine</em>&nbsp;podcast.</p>


Sami Zayn's name has been doing the rounds ahead of WrestleMania 39. Before his bout, former WCW wrestler Disco Inferno feels he should not join forces with Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 39.

Sami Zayn's name has been doing the rounds ahead of WrestleMania 39. Before his bout, former WCW wrestler Disco Inferno feels he should not join forces with Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 39. The 38-year-old Zayn unsuccessfully challenged Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at Elimination Chamber on February 18. Going forward, it is being speculated that Owens and Zayn could face the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship in early April. Before that, Disco Inferno opined, on K100, that he would be pleased to see Zayn team up with his ally Jey Uso against Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa and not join forces with Owens. In this regard, he stated, "I honestly think that the storyline is better if it's Jey and Sami against Solo and Jimmy. Keep it all in family. It's a family squabble. The outsider guy [Zayn], the brother's a friend, this is stuff like real life. You have two brothers. One of the brothers is jealous that he's hanging out more with the friend. They turn on the friend because the older brother, Roman, didn't like him, so he scr*wed the older brother for bullying him." Also Read: WWE: Teddy Long ready to return but on this own terms, showers praises on Sami Zayn How about Kevin Owens joining forces with Sami Zayn? Disco Inferno opined, "I know Kevin Owens, that's the way, but he's still on the outskirts of the storyline in my opinion. I think that inner squabble with these guys is still the story. They're not gonna do it my way, but that's the match I would have." A lot has been said and written about Zayn ahead of WrestleMania 39. Teddy Long -- widely claimed as the longest-serving on-screen manager on the Blue Brand – SmackDown from 2004 to 2012 -- also joined the bandwagon and praised Zayn. "He's the guy, man. He's moving fast and doing a great job. His promos are on the money. His wrestling ability, his selling in the ring, everything is just coming together for Sami Zayn," said Long during an exclusive interaction with SportsKeeda Wrestling's The Wrestling Time Machine podcast.

WWE: Sami Zayn should not join forces with Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 39, feels wrestling veteran

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo has moved to the Riyadh-based club Al-Nassr. He has settled quite nicely in the squad and recently the Portuguese football icon participated with his teammates in celebrating the kingdom’s Founding Day, a major national event. In a video, Ronaldo is seen in a traditional Saudi attire,&nbsp;known as thawb as he held a sword and participated in the famous Saudi group dance Ardah.</p>

<p>Ronaldo even shared the video of the celebrations on his official Twitter handle. He captioned the post, "Happy founding day to Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦<br />
Was a special experience to participate in the celebration at&nbsp;@AlNassrFC!". <strong>Here's the viral clip:</strong></p>

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<p>In 2022, Saudi King Salman bin Abdul Aziz declared February 22&nbsp;as the kingdom’s Founding Day and declared it as an official holiday. It is to be noted that the day is a significant one for the countrymen as it&nbsp;commemorates the founding of the first Saudi state in 1727, by Imam Mohammed bin Saud.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking about Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr, he shifted to the Riyadh-based club after his fallout with Manchester United owners and team management last year. He is with his new club&nbsp;until June 2025 after a historic deal made the Portugal captain the highest-paid footballer in the world. So far, he has featured in five games for Al-Nassr, scoring five goals so far including four in one outing.&nbsp;</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo has moved to the Riyadh-based club Al-Nassr. He has settled quite nicely in the squad and recently the Portuguese football icon participated with his teammates in celebrating the kingdom’s Founding Day, a major national event.

Cristiano Ronaldo has moved to the Riyadh-based club Al-Nassr. He has settled quite nicely in the squad and recently the Portuguese football icon participated with his teammates in celebrating the kingdom’s Founding Day, a major national event. In a video, Ronaldo is seen in a traditional Saudi attire, known as thawb as he held a sword and participated in the famous Saudi group dance Ardah. Ronaldo even shared the video of the celebrations on his official Twitter handle. He captioned the post, "Happy founding day to Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 Was a special experience to participate in the celebration at @AlNassrFC!". Here's the viral clip: Happy founding day to Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 Was a special experience to participate in the celebration at @AlNassrFC ! pic.twitter.com/1SHbmHyuez — Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) February 22, 2023 × Also Read: 'He's the best in history, doors are always open for him at Barcelona,' says Xavi on Lionel Messi In 2022, Saudi King Salman bin Abdul Aziz declared February 22 as the kingdom’s Founding Day and declared it as an official holiday. It is to be noted that the day is a significant one for the countrymen as it commemorates the founding of the first Saudi state in 1727, by Imam Mohammed bin Saud. Speaking about Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr, he shifted to the Riyadh-based club after his fallout with Manchester United owners and team management last year. He is with his new club until June 2025 after a historic deal made the Portugal captain the highest-paid footballer in the world. So far, he has featured in five games for Al-Nassr, scoring five goals so far including four in one outing.

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