Wimbledon will relax its strict rules on white clothing at the championships and allow women players to wear dark undershorts and relieve a potential source of anxiety when they have their periods, the All England Club said on Thursday. Organisers of the grasscourt Grand Slam said the decision was taken following talks with women's&nbsp;tennis&nbsp;organising body WTA, clothing manufacturers and medical teams on how best to support women and girls competing in tournaments.

"We are committed to supporting the players and listening to their feedback as to how they can perform at their best," All England Club Chief Executive Sally Bolton said in a statement. "I'm pleased to confirm that, following consultation with players and representatives of several stakeholder groups, the Committee of Management has taken the decision to update the white clothing rule at Wimbledon. "This means that from next year, women and girls competing at The Championships will have the option of wearing coloured undershorts if they choose. "It is our hope that this rule adjustment will help players focus purely on their performance by relieving a potential source of anxiety."

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Organisers said requirements for other clothing, accessories and equipment remain unchanged. The issue of women athletes wearing white clothing came up at this year's Wimbledon, when female players spoke about the anxiety of being forced to wear white. England soccer player Beth Mead was also questioned about the national team's all-white kit at this year's women's European Championship and said it was sometimes not practical. Several English women's club soccer teams have also opted to avoid wearing white shorts.

Wimbledon will relax its strict rules on white clothing at the championships and allow women players to wear dark undershorts and relieve a potential source of anxiety when they have their periods, the All England Club said on Thursday.

Wimbledon will relax its strict rules on white clothing at the championships and allow women players to wear dark undershorts and relieve a potential source of anxiety when they have their periods, the All England Club said on Thursday. Organisers of the grasscourt Grand Slam said the decision was taken following talks with women's tennis organising body WTA, clothing manufacturers and medical teams on how best to support women and girls competing in tournaments. "We are committed to supporting the players and listening to their feedback as to how they can perform at their best," All England Club Chief Executive Sally Bolton said in a statement. "I'm pleased to confirm that, following consultation with players and representatives of several stakeholder groups, the Committee of Management has taken the decision to update the white clothing rule at Wimbledon. "This means that from next year, women and girls competing at The Championships will have the option of wearing coloured undershorts if they choose. "It is our hope that this rule adjustment will help players focus purely on their performance by relieving a potential source of anxiety." Also read: ATP Tour announces mammoth increase in prize money for 2023 season Organisers said requirements for other clothing, accessories and equipment remain unchanged. The issue of women athletes wearing white clothing came up at this year's Wimbledon, when female players spoke about the anxiety of being forced to wear white. England soccer player Beth Mead was also questioned about the national team's all-white kit at this year's women's European Championship and said it was sometimes not practical. Several English women's club soccer teams have also opted to avoid wearing white shorts.

Wimbledon relaxes dress code, allows women to don dark undershorts

After being asked to bat first in the first ODI versus Australia, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Jos Buttler-led England were 118 for 5 before Dawid Malan's 128-ball 134 took them to 287 for 9 on Friday (November 17). While Malan's knock was the sole reason for the ODI champions to post a challenging score, Ashton Agar made heads turn during the fag end of the English innings. During the 45th over, Malan tried to smack a delivery from Australia's new ODI captain Pat Cummins but Agar timed his jump to perfection and pulled off a sensational effort to save a certain six.

Talking about the delivery, it was a hard length on the body as Malan pulled it in front of square and the ball was sailing over the fence at deep mid-wicket when Ashton produced a stunning effort. The spin-bowling all-rounder's effort was jaw-dropping, to say the least, and the video of the same has gone viral in no time. Here's the clip:

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Talking about the ODI series opener, England were asked to bat first and got off to a poor start. Skipper Cummins and Mitchell Starc reduced the Three Lions to 31 for 3 and they were tottering at 118 for 5 before Malan's calculative knock took them out of troubled waters. He stitched vital knocks with Liam Dawson (11) and Chris Jordan (14) whereas David Willey's 40-ball 34 not out propelled England to 287 for 9 in 50 overs. Cummins and spinner Adam Zampa accounted for three scalps each but the home side couldn't dismiss the visitors despite them losing half of their side without being near the 150-run mark.&nbsp;

In reply, David Warner-Travis' 147-run opening stand has dented England's chances of taking a 1-0 lead in the series opener. Australia are well on course for an easy win in Adelaide.

After being asked to bat first in the first ODI versus Australia, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Jos Buttler-led England were 118 for 5 before Dawid Malan's 128-ball 134 took them to 287 for 9 on Friday (November 17).

After being asked to bat first in the first ODI versus Australia, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Jos Buttler-led England were 118 for 5 before Dawid Malan's 128-ball 134 took them to 287 for 9 on Friday (November 17). While Malan's knock was the sole reason for the ODI champions to post a challenging score, Ashton Agar made heads turn during the fag end of the English innings. During the 45th over, Malan tried to smack a delivery from Australia's new ODI captain Pat Cummins but Agar timed his jump to perfection and pulled off a sensational effort to save a certain six. Talking about the delivery, it was a hard length on the body as Malan pulled it in front of square and the ball was sailing over the fence at deep mid-wicket when Ashton produced a stunning effort. The spin-bowling all-rounder's effort was jaw-dropping, to say the least, and the video of the same has gone viral in no time. Here's the clip: That's crazy! Take a bow, Ashton Agar #AUSvENG pic.twitter.com/FJTRiiI9ou — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 17, 2022 × Also read: Aus vs Eng: When and where to watch Australia vs England 1st ODI - IST time and streaming details Talking about the ODI series opener, England were asked to bat first and got off to a poor start. Skipper Cummins and Mitchell Starc reduced the Three Lions to 31 for 3 and they were tottering at 118 for 5 before Malan's calculative knock took them out of troubled waters. He stitched vital knocks with Liam Dawson (11) and Chris Jordan (14) whereas David Willey's 40-ball 34 not out propelled England to 287 for 9 in 50 overs. Cummins and spinner Adam Zampa accounted for three scalps each but the home side couldn't dismiss the visitors despite them losing half of their side without being near the 150-run mark. In reply, David Warner-Travis' 147-run opening stand has dented England's chances of taking a 1-0 lead in the series opener. Australia are well on course for an easy win in Adelaide.

Simply UNBELIEVABLE! Ashton Agar pulls off a crazy effort to save a certain six in Aus-Eng 1st ODI - Watch

Double&nbsp;Formula&nbsp;One&nbsp;world champion Max Verstappen said he and his family had suffered online threats and abuse after he ignored team orders in Brazil last weekend, and blamed the media for making him look bad. The Red Bull driver assured reporters on Thursday he was a team player, and said he had a great relationship with Mexican team mate Sergio Perez, but the critics did not know the full story.

Despite saying he hoped they would&nbsp;one&nbsp;day know the details, he still refused to provide them ahead of the season-ending race in Abu Dhabi. Verstappen refused to help Mexican Perez at Interlagos by giving back a place late in the race when they were running sixth and seventh. The Dutch 25-year-old had nothing to gain or lose, having wrapped up his second title in Japan last month, while Perez is fighting Ferrari's Charles Leclerc for second place overall.

Red Bull, who have clinched the constructors' championship, have never finished a season with their drivers first and second and had asked Verstappen to let Perez pass after the Mexican earlier let him through in a failed chase for fifth. "It wasn't about the position...it was about something that happened earlier in the season," Verstappen said on Thursday, amid speculation -- which he would not confirm -- that he was referring to the Monaco Grand Prix won by Perez. "I already explained that in Mexico and the team understood and agreed. "We went to Brazil and I just thought we were just going to race and try to get the best possible result. We had a bit of a miscommunication on Saturday and Sunday, nothing had been said to me about a potential swap."

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Verstappen said the team should have known what his response would be when the matter was raised on the last lap, but everything had now been talked through and resolved. "After that race of course I looked very bad in the media," he said. "But also they didn't have the clear picture. To immediately put me down like that is pretty ridiculous. They don't know how I work within the team and what the team appreciates about me. All the things that I've read are pretty disgusting. "Even more than that, they (social media) started attacking my family. "They were threatening my sister, my mum, my girlfriend, my dad. And for me that goes way too far. If you have a problem with me, that's fine. But don't go after my family because that is just unacceptable. "When your own sister writes to you that it's getting way too much and you have to do something about it, I think that says enough," he added. "And then it does get to me because you cannot attack my family."

Red Bull spoke in a statement of death threats, hate mail and vitriol and said the abuse had to stop. Perez, who said on Sunday Verstappen had shown "who he really is", denied crashing deliberately in qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix in May and said that race had not been discussed in the talks after Brazil.

Double Formula One world champion Max Verstappen said he and his family had suffered online threats and abuse after he ignored team orders in Brazil last weekend, and blamed the media for making him look bad.

Double Formula One world champion Max Verstappen said he and his family had suffered online threats and abuse after he ignored team orders in Brazil last weekend, and blamed the media for making him look bad. The Red Bull driver assured reporters on Thursday he was a team player, and said he had a great relationship with Mexican team mate Sergio Perez, but the critics did not know the full story. Despite saying he hoped they would one day know the details, he still refused to provide them ahead of the season-ending race in Abu Dhabi. Verstappen refused to help Mexican Perez at Interlagos by giving back a place late in the race when they were running sixth and seventh. The Dutch 25-year-old had nothing to gain or lose, having wrapped up his second title in Japan last month, while Perez is fighting Ferrari's Charles Leclerc for second place overall. Red Bull, who have clinched the constructors' championship, have never finished a season with their drivers first and second and had asked Verstappen to let Perez pass after the Mexican earlier let him through in a failed chase for fifth. "It wasn't about the position...it was about something that happened earlier in the season," Verstappen said on Thursday, amid speculation -- which he would not confirm -- that he was referring to the Monaco Grand Prix won by Perez. "I already explained that in Mexico and the team understood and agreed. "We went to Brazil and I just thought we were just going to race and try to get the best possible result. We had a bit of a miscommunication on Saturday and Sunday, nothing had been said to me about a potential swap." Also read: Mercedes to return in style next year, feels Lewis Hamilton ahead of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Verstappen said the team should have known what his response would be when the matter was raised on the last lap, but everything had now been talked through and resolved. "After that race of course I looked very bad in the media," he said. "But also they didn't have the clear picture. To immediately put me down like that is pretty ridiculous. They don't know how I work within the team and what the team appreciates about me. All the things that I've read are pretty disgusting. "Even more than that, they (social media) started attacking my family. "They were threatening my sister, my mum, my girlfriend, my dad. And for me that goes way too far. If you have a problem with me, that's fine. But don't go after my family because that is just unacceptable. "When your own sister writes to you that it's getting way too much and you have to do something about it, I think that says enough," he added. "And then it does get to me because you cannot attack my family." Red Bull spoke in a statement of death threats, hate mail and vitriol and said the abuse had to stop. Perez, who said on Sunday Verstappen had shown "who he really is", denied crashing deliberately in qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix in May and said that race had not been discussed in the talks after Brazil.

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen blames media for making him look bad, lashes out at abuse

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will stand unopposed for a third term as head of world football's governing body next year, FIFA confirmed on Thursday. A brief statement from FIFA said that Infantino would be the only candidate when the election takes place at the 73rd FIFA Congress in Kigali, Rwanda on March 16. "No other candidature has been submitted," the statement said. Infantino's third term follows in the line of previous FIFA presidents -- Joao Havelange was in charge from 1974 to 1998 and Infantino's predecessor Sepp Blatter held office from 1998 to 2015.

Infantino was elected in 2016 promising to "restore FIFA's image" after the federation was plagued by scandal in the final years of Blatter's time in charge. The German Football Federation (DFB) said on Wednesday it would not support Infantino's re-election. DFB president Bernd Neuendorf said he had hoped Infantino would show "deeper consideration for human rights and more commitment to humanitarian issues". Neuendorf has been a strong supporter of calls from rights groups for FIFA to set up a compensation fund for migrant workers who build the World Cup stadiums.

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Infantino can point to the growth in FIFA's turnover during his time in charge -- the governing body is forecasting turnover of $7 billion for the four-year cycle till 2022. But many of his proposals for the reform of club football, including a plan to expand the Club World Cup to 24 teams, have received a lukewarm reception.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will stand unopposed for a third term as head of world football's governing body next year, FIFA confirmed on Thursday. A brief statement from FIFA said that Infantino would be the only candidate when the election takes place at the 73rd FIFA Congress in Kigali, Rwanda on March 16.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will stand unopposed for a third term as head of world football's governing body next year, FIFA confirmed on Thursday. A brief statement from FIFA said that Infantino would be the only candidate when the election takes place at the 73rd FIFA Congress in Kigali, Rwanda on March 16. "No other candidature has been submitted," the statement said. Infantino's third term follows in the line of previous FIFA presidents -- Joao Havelange was in charge from 1974 to 1998 and Infantino's predecessor Sepp Blatter held office from 1998 to 2015. Infantino was elected in 2016 promising to "restore FIFA's image" after the federation was plagued by scandal in the final years of Blatter's time in charge. The German Football Federation (DFB) said on Wednesday it would not support Infantino's re-election. DFB president Bernd Neuendorf said he had hoped Infantino would show "deeper consideration for human rights and more commitment to humanitarian issues". Neuendorf has been a strong supporter of calls from rights groups for FIFA to set up a compensation fund for migrant workers who build the World Cup stadiums. Also read: FIFA WC: Messi & Co. say no to five-star luxury for student halls to relish traditional beef barbecues Infantino can point to the growth in FIFA's turnover during his time in charge -- the governing body is forecasting turnover of $7 billion for the four-year cycle till 2022. But many of his proposals for the reform of club football, including a plan to expand the Club World Cup to 24 teams, have received a lukewarm reception.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino to stand unopposed for third term

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on November 20 in Qatar. Ahead of the World Cup, a lot of updates from Qatar have made the headlines. On Thursday (November 17), a new development has come forward that Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have said no to five-star luxury and will lodge at student halls at the Qatar University, Doha. They have done so to enjoy the traditional beef barbecues during the showpiece event in the Middle East.

While players from other teams checked-in in city's expensive hotels, Messi and his teammates have headed straight to the student halls of the Qatar University, as per a report in Daily Mail. It is to be noted that the decision was taken after the Argentine football officials came to a conclusion that living in student halls will enable them to organise mouth-watering asados, traditional barbecues, etc. In addition, a&nbsp;special asado chef will be available for the players&nbsp;to ensure that beef and other preferred meals are cooked as it would be in Argentina.

'We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar'

In this regard, a source from the Argentina Football Association told Mail Online, "We visited the campus several times and chose it because not only does it have great facilities but it also has open air space for asados. This is very important to the players and Argentines in general, it’s part of our culture. We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar and the best way to do this is to make sure that they get a taste of home while focusing on the football."

He added: "You could say other teams have opted to stay in more luxurious accommodation but our team is the best in the world which also deserves the best beef. Our focus is to win the World Cup, not the quality of the hotel we are staying in."

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Argentina will begin their campaign in the forthcoming Qatar World Cup versus Saudi Arabia on November 22 (Tuesday). They are placed in Group C along with Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland.&nbsp;

<h2 id="argentina-world-cup-squad-0">Argentina World Cup 2022 Final Squad</h2>

Emiliano Martinez, Franco Armani,&nbsp;Nahuel Molina,&nbsp;Gonzalo Montiel,&nbsp;German Pezzella,&nbsp;Nicolas Otamendi,&nbsp;Cristian Romero,&nbsp;Lisandro Martinez,&nbsp;Nicolas Tagliafico, Marcos Acuna, Juan Foyth,&nbsp;Guido Rodriguez, Rodrigo De Paul, Exequiel Palacios,&nbsp;Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Alejandro Gomez,&nbsp;Leandro Paredes,&nbsp;Lionel Messi (c),&nbsp; Nicolas Gonzalez, Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala, Julian Alvarez, Joaquin Correa, Angel Di Maria

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on November 20 in Qatar. Ahead of the World Cup, a lot of updates from Qatar have made the headlines. On Thursday (November 17), a new development has come forward that Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have said no to five-star luxury and will lodge at student halls at the Qatar University, Doha.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on November 20 in Qatar. Ahead of the World Cup, a lot of updates from Qatar have made the headlines. On Thursday (November 17), a new development has come forward that Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have said no to five-star luxury and will lodge at student halls at the Qatar University, Doha. They have done so to enjoy the traditional beef barbecues during the showpiece event in the Middle East. While players from other teams checked-in in city's expensive hotels, Messi and his teammates have headed straight to the student halls of the Qatar University, as per a report in Daily Mail. It is to be noted that the decision was taken after the Argentine football officials came to a conclusion that living in student halls will enable them to organise mouth-watering asados, traditional barbecues, etc. In addition, a special asado chef will be available for the players to ensure that beef and other preferred meals are cooked as it would be in Argentina. 'We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar' In this regard, a source from the Argentina Football Association told Mail Online, "We visited the campus several times and chose it because not only does it have great facilities but it also has open air space for asados. This is very important to the players and Argentines in general, it’s part of our culture. We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar and the best way to do this is to make sure that they get a taste of home while focusing on the football." He added: "You could say other teams have opted to stay in more luxurious accommodation but our team is the best in the world which also deserves the best beef. Our focus is to win the World Cup, not the quality of the hotel we are staying in." Also read: Wait, what? Female fans in Qatar might find themselves in jail if not dressed properly during FIFA World Cup Argentina will begin their campaign in the forthcoming Qatar World Cup versus Saudi Arabia on November 22 (Tuesday). They are placed in Group C along with Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland. Argentina World Cup 2022 Final Squad Emiliano Martinez, Franco Armani, Nahuel Molina, Gonzalo Montiel, German Pezzella, Nicolas Otamendi, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico, Marcos Acuna, Juan Foyth, Guido Rodriguez, Rodrigo De Paul, Exequiel Palacios, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Alejandro Gomez, Leandro Paredes, Lionel Messi (c), Nicolas Gonzalez, Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala, Julian Alvarez, Joaquin Correa, Angel Di Maria

FIFA WC: Messi & Co. say no to five-star luxury for student halls to relish traditional beef barbecues

India is set to take on New Zealand in the first of the three-match T20I series, in Wellington, on Friday (November 18). After the dismal end to their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign, in Australia, the Men in Blue will start a new cycle, keeping the next edition of the T20 WC in mind, with plenty of youngsters in focus. In the absence of many regular players such as captain Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc., the focus will be on stand-in captain Hardik Pandya, his deputy Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill and the likes.&nbsp;

Ahead of the series opener, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has chosen a new batting slot for keeper-batter Pant. Many former cricketers believe Pant can be most effective if he bats higher up in the order. Jaffer has also backed the swashbuckling left-hander to open the innings in a series where India are without their key players. "The best place for Pant to bat is at the top of the order,” Jaffer was quoted as saying on ESPNcricinfo.&nbsp;“When fielders are up and Pant gets going at the start of the innings, he becomes a dangerous player like he bats in Tests and ODIs. Once he gets a start of 20-30, then he is dangerous. I don’t think fielders outside doesn’t matter to him,” the veteran further stated.

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“When he comes in at No.5, the pressure is on him and it’s difficult for him to hit sixes. Pant is the kind of player you want to give India a blistering start,” Jaffer added.

Recently, Robin Uthappa -- part of MS Dhoni-led India's victorious 2007 T20 WC campaign -- also shared a similar opinion with regard to Pant's batting spot in the shortest format for Team India.&nbsp;

"The next World Cup is in two years' time. So, keeping the conditions there in mind, I feel Rishabh Pant should bat in the top 3," Uthappa told&nbsp;Sportskeeda in a recent interaction. "If you look at his IPL records, his best performances have come when he has opened or when he has batted at No. 3. So, you have to give him the opportunity to become a match-winner in that position," he further asserted.

Given India are eyeing a revamp in their playing style in T20Is, it might be possible that the team management can promote Pant as an opener.&nbsp;

India is set to take on New Zealand in the first of the three-match T20I series, in Wellington, on Friday (November 18). After the dismal end to their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign, in Australia, the Men in Blue will start a new cycle, keeping the next edition of the T20 WC in mind, with plenty of youngsters in focus.

India is set to take on New Zealand in the first of the three-match T20I series, in Wellington, on Friday (November 18). After the dismal end to their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign, in Australia, the Men in Blue will start a new cycle, keeping the next edition of the T20 WC in mind, with plenty of youngsters in focus. In the absence of many regular players such as captain Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc., the focus will be on stand-in captain Hardik Pandya, his deputy Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill and the likes. Ahead of the series opener, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has chosen a new batting slot for keeper-batter Pant. Many former cricketers believe Pant can be most effective if he bats higher up in the order. Jaffer has also backed the swashbuckling left-hander to open the innings in a series where India are without their key players. "The best place for Pant to bat is at the top of the order,” Jaffer was quoted as saying on ESPNcricinfo. “When fielders are up and Pant gets going at the start of the innings, he becomes a dangerous player like he bats in Tests and ODIs. Once he gets a start of 20-30, then he is dangerous. I don’t think fielders outside doesn’t matter to him,” the veteran further stated. Also read: 'What do you need that many breaks for' - Shastri not in favour of Dravid being granted frequent rests “When he comes in at No.5, the pressure is on him and it’s difficult for him to hit sixes. Pant is the kind of player you want to give India a blistering start,” Jaffer added. Recently, Robin Uthappa -- part of MS Dhoni-led India's victorious 2007 T20 WC campaign -- also shared a similar opinion with regard to Pant's batting spot in the shortest format for Team India. "The next World Cup is in two years' time. So, keeping the conditions there in mind, I feel Rishabh Pant should bat in the top 3," Uthappa told Sportskeeda in a recent interaction. "If you look at his IPL records, his best performances have come when he has opened or when he has batted at No. 3. So, you have to give him the opportunity to become a match-winner in that position," he further asserted. Given India are eyeing a revamp in their playing style in T20Is, it might be possible that the team management can promote Pant as an opener.

'Best place for him is...' - Ex-India opener suggests batting position for Rishabh Pant ahead of NZ T20Is

Both India and New Zealand's T20 World Cup 2022 campaigns ended in the semi-finals. While Kane Williamson's Black Caps lost to Pakistan in the first semi-final, India bowed out with a listless performance versus eventual winners England in the second semis. As a new cycle begins, keeping in mind the 2024 T20 World Cup, both sides will now lock horns in the three-match T20I series opener on Friday (November 18) in Wellington.&nbsp;

For India, many of their regulars such as captain Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc. are not part of the NZ tour. Meanwhile, head coach Rahul Dravid has also been rested. In the absence of Rohit, all-rounder Hardik Pandya will spearhead the second-stringed line-up whereas VVS Laxman has filled in for Dravid as the interim head coach. The series will give a big opportunity for the likes of Shubman Gill, uncapped T20I player, Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, Washington Sundar, Umran Malik, etc. to make a mark as calls have risen for a total revamp to India's T20I squad in the aftermath of the T20 WC 2022 edition in Australia.&nbsp;

Here is everything you need to know about the match - date, IST, streaming details, etc.&nbsp;

When is New Zealand vs India 1st T20I match taking place?

New Zealand vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;is scheduled to take place on November 18, 2022.&nbsp;

Where will New Zealand vs India 1st T20I be held?

New Zealand vs India 1st T20I will take place at Sky Stadium, Wellington.

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At what time New Zealand vs India 1st T20I commence?

New Zealand vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;will kick off at 12:00 pm (IST).

How to watch New Zealand vs India 1st T20I 2nd ODI live on TV?

New Zealand vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;will be aired live on DD Sports.

How to watch New Zealand vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;2nd ODI live streaming?

New Zealand vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;will be available on Amazon Prime Video.&nbsp;

Both India and New Zealand's T20 World Cup 2022 campaigns ended in the semi-finals. While Kane Williamson's Black Caps lost to Pakistan in the first semi-final, India bowed out with a listless performance versus eventual winners England in the second semis.

Both India and New Zealand's T20 World Cup 2022 campaigns ended in the semi-finals. While Kane Williamson's Black Caps lost to Pakistan in the first semi-final, India bowed out with a listless performance versus eventual winners England in the second semis. As a new cycle begins, keeping in mind the 2024 T20 World Cup, both sides will now lock horns in the three-match T20I series opener on Friday (November 18) in Wellington. For India, many of their regulars such as captain Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc. are not part of the NZ tour. Meanwhile, head coach Rahul Dravid has also been rested. In the absence of Rohit, all-rounder Hardik Pandya will spearhead the second-stringed line-up whereas VVS Laxman has filled in for Dravid as the interim head coach. The series will give a big opportunity for the likes of Shubman Gill, uncapped T20I player, Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, Washington Sundar, Umran Malik, etc. to make a mark as calls have risen for a total revamp to India's T20I squad in the aftermath of the T20 WC 2022 edition in Australia. Here is everything you need to know about the match - date, IST, streaming details, etc. When is New Zealand vs India 1st T20I match taking place? New Zealand vs India 1st T20I is scheduled to take place on November 18, 2022. Where will New Zealand vs India 1st T20I be held? New Zealand vs India 1st T20I will take place at Sky Stadium, Wellington. Also read: 'What do you need that many breaks for' - Shastri not in favour of Dravid being granted frequent rests At what time New Zealand vs India 1st T20I commence? New Zealand vs India 1st T20I will kick off at 12:00 pm (IST). How to watch New Zealand vs India 1st T20I 2nd ODI live on TV? New Zealand vs India 1st T20I will be aired live on DD Sports. How to watch New Zealand vs India 1st T20I 2nd ODI live streaming? New Zealand vs India 1st T20I will be available on Amazon Prime Video.

NZ vs IND: When and where to watch New Zealand vs India 1st T20I match - IST time and streaming details

Former 16-time world champion Ric Flair feels instead of the Brahma Bull ‘The Rock’, another legendary name should face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39 next year.&nbsp;Roman Reigns hasn’t lost his world title in over 800 days now and looks unlikely to let it go before the mega event in April 2023 anyway. But then who is going to pin the tribal chief? Earlier reports suggest ‘The Rock’ could be one name who could face him but the former 16-time world champion Ric Flair feels instead of the Rock, Legend Killer Randy Orton should go one-on-one against Roman.

Although Randy is currently enduring an injury that has kept him out of action for months now, his former Evolution member Ric feels Randy is the ideal choice to headline WrestleMania against Roman Reigns.

Speaking recently on the ‘To Be The Man Podcast, Ric Flair reminded everyone that both Roman and Randy last competed in a singles match in 2015 and there is a higher chance that these two biggies of the wrestling industry could have a date together in a ring soon. ‘

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"I respect him a lot, but God, what do you do with Randy [Orton]. He's the best worker in the company. He's coming back. He's not even mentioned in the WrestleMania process and he's never wrestled Roman [Reigns]. Not for the title. I mean, I'm pretty sure of that. Randy is going for #15 [World title], right?"

Randy Orton, a 14-time world champion, has had a history with Roman Reigns being part of the Shield vs Evolution storyline in the past. 

However, currently, the Viper was spotted in Birmingham, AL, where WWE Superstars usually get surgeries done, and there is no timeline as to when he is expected to make his in-ring return.

Former 16-time world champion Ric Flair feels instead of the Brahma Bull ‘The Rock’, another legendary name should face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39 next year.

Former 16-time world champion Ric Flair feels instead of the Brahma Bull ‘The Rock’, another legendary name should face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39 next year. Roman Reigns hasn’t lost his world title in over 800 days now and looks unlikely to let it go before the mega event in April 2023 anyway. But then who is going to pin the tribal chief? Earlier reports suggest ‘The Rock’ could be one name who could face him but the former 16-time world champion Ric Flair feels instead of the Rock, Legend Killer Randy Orton should go one-on-one against Roman. Although Randy is currently enduring an injury that has kept him out of action for months now, his former Evolution member Ric feels Randy is the ideal choice to headline WrestleMania against Roman Reigns. Speaking recently on the ‘To Be The Man Podcast, Ric Flair reminded everyone that both Roman and Randy last competed in a singles match in 2015 and there is a higher chance that these two biggies of the wrestling industry could have a date together in a ring soon. ‘ ALSO READ: 'Better than 90 per cent': 16-time WWE world champion praises Logan Paul "I respect him a lot, but God, what do you do with Randy [Orton]. He's the best worker in the company. He's coming back. He's not even mentioned in the WrestleMania process and he's never wrestled Roman [Reigns]. Not for the title. I mean, I'm pretty sure of that. Randy is going for #15 [World title], right?" Randy Orton, a 14-time world champion, has had a history with Roman Reigns being part of the Shield vs Evolution storyline in the past. However, currently, the Viper was spotted in Birmingham, AL, where WWE Superstars usually get surgeries done, and there is no timeline as to when he is expected to make his in-ring return.

Not The Rock! Ric Flair feels THIS Legend should face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania next year

Men's&nbsp;tennis&nbsp;governing body ATP on Thursday announced a record increase of $37.5 million in prize money to $217.9 million for the 2023 season. The overall prize money pot was for both the ATP and Challenger Tours, with ATP Tour players collectively taking home an additional $18.6 million of on-site prize money from next year, the ATP said in a statement. Earlier this year, the ATP had announced that purses on the Challenger Tour would receive a significant boost.

"The record increase also includes a significant uplift on the ATP Challenger Tour, which will see on-site prize money grow by 75%, from $12.1 million to $21.1 million," the ATP said. In June, the men's governing body said players and tournaments will share profits 50-50 from 2023 as part of its OneVision plan - primarily aimed at boosting revenue from media and television rights.

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On Thursday it said "a revised bonus pool structure introduced through OneVision, ATP's strategic plan, is set to deliver bonus pools of $21.3 million in 2023, a $9.8 million increase on 2022, to an expanded group of top-performing players". The ATP had also announced that its flagship Masters 1000 tournaments in Madrid, Rome and Shanghai will be held over 12 days and with bigger draw sizes from 2023. "Our players are world-class athletes and it's our priority to ensure they're compensated accordingly," ATP Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi said in the statement. "These record increases in 2023 are a strong statement for the ATP Tour and highlights our commitment to raising the bar in&nbsp;tennis."

The 2023 international&nbsp;tennis&nbsp;season will begin on Dec. 29 with the inaugural edition of the United Cup - a new mixed-sex $15 million tournament featuring teams from 18 nations playing matches across three Australian cities.

Men's tennis governing body ATP on Thursday announced a record increase of $37.5 million in prize money to $217.9 million for the 2023 season. The overall prize money pot was for both the ATP and Challenger Tours, with ATP Tour players collectively taking home an additional $18.

Men's tennis governing body ATP on Thursday announced a record increase of $37.5 million in prize money to $217.9 million for the 2023 season. The overall prize money pot was for both the ATP and Challenger Tours, with ATP Tour players collectively taking home an additional $18.6 million of on-site prize money from next year, the ATP said in a statement. Earlier this year, the ATP had announced that purses on the Challenger Tour would receive a significant boost. "The record increase also includes a significant uplift on the ATP Challenger Tour, which will see on-site prize money grow by 75%, from $12.1 million to $21.1 million," the ATP said. In June, the men's governing body said players and tournaments will share profits 50-50 from 2023 as part of its OneVision plan - primarily aimed at boosting revenue from media and television rights. Also read: Serbian star Novak Djokovic confirms he has visa to take part in 2023 Australian Open On Thursday it said "a revised bonus pool structure introduced through OneVision, ATP's strategic plan, is set to deliver bonus pools of $21.3 million in 2023, a $9.8 million increase on 2022, to an expanded group of top-performing players". The ATP had also announced that its flagship Masters 1000 tournaments in Madrid, Rome and Shanghai will be held over 12 days and with bigger draw sizes from 2023. "Our players are world-class athletes and it's our priority to ensure they're compensated accordingly," ATP Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi said in the statement. "These record increases in 2023 are a strong statement for the ATP Tour and highlights our commitment to raising the bar in tennis." The 2023 international tennis season will begin on Dec. 29 with the inaugural edition of the United Cup - a new mixed-sex $15 million tournament featuring teams from 18 nations playing matches across three Australian cities.

ATP Tour announces mammoth increase in prize money for 2023 season

Seven-time&nbsp;Formula&nbsp;One world champion Lewis&nbsp;Hamilton&nbsp;is feeling optimistic about the 2023 season, following Mercedes' return to form at the Brazilian Grand Prix. Hamilton&nbsp;finished second in Sao Paulo behind team-mate George Russell, ending Red Bull's run of nine victories in a row.

Despite a trying season, with the British driver yet to secure a win and sitting fifth in the standings,&nbsp;Hamilton&nbsp;believes they've learned some valuable lessons that can put them in the championship hunt next year.

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"It's definitely not been a good season in terms of performance but it's been a really great season in terms of all of the team having to push together. We've learned so many new things, we've harnessed new tools, we've found better and new ways of working together so I think it's been overall actually a really impactful year," speaking on Thursday (November 17) in Abu Dhabi, host of this season's final Grand Prix on Sunday (November 20).

Hamilton&nbsp;is hoping Mercedes will come back all "guns blazing" in 2023 and thinks the result in Brazil shows they are heading in the right direction.

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton is feeling optimistic about the 2023 season, following Mercedes' return to form at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton is feeling optimistic about the 2023 season, following Mercedes' return to form at the Brazilian Grand Prix. Hamilton finished second in Sao Paulo behind team-mate George Russell, ending Red Bull's run of nine victories in a row. Despite a trying season, with the British driver yet to secure a win and sitting fifth in the standings, Hamilton believes they've learned some valuable lessons that can put them in the championship hunt next year. Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton has one last shot to avoid first winless season "It's definitely not been a good season in terms of performance but it's been a really great season in terms of all of the team having to push together. We've learned so many new things, we've harnessed new tools, we've found better and new ways of working together so I think it's been overall actually a really impactful year," speaking on Thursday (November 17) in Abu Dhabi, host of this season's final Grand Prix on Sunday (November 20). Hamilton is hoping Mercedes will come back all "guns blazing" in 2023 and thinks the result in Brazil shows they are heading in the right direction.

Mercedes to return in style next year, feels Lewis Hamilton ahead of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Adam Zampa and Pat Cummins picked three wickets each while Ashton Agar’s out-of-the-world save made headlines in the series opener in Adelaide. 
Fifties from David Warner, Travis Head, and Steven Smith helped Australia beat England in the first ODI in Adelaide on Thursday by six wickets. While Travis Head made an impactful return to the ODI setup hitting 69, David Warner contributed with a crucial 86 too.

Bowling first after winning the toss Australia put the recently crowned World T20 champions on the mat by picking up early wickets. Returning Jason Roy failed again with Phil Salt and James Vince falling prey to captain Cummins inside the first ten overs. Though Billings and Buttler chipped in with 17 and 29 respectively, it was Dawid Malan who made the first inning about himself.

The 35-year-old made Ashton Agar struggle with his line and length and got after Zampa in the middle overs too. During his 134-run knock, Malan hit 12 fours and four massive sixes. Later, contributions from David Willey (34) helped England reach 287 for nine in 50 overs.

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Australia started off well reaching 100 inside 20 overs without losing a wicket. In absence of recently retired Aaron Finch, Travis Head was roped in as an opener and he made the most of his chance. Pairing up with Warner, Head scored his 13th ODI fifty before getting out to Chris Jordan. Soon after, Warner, who looked in blistering touch, fell short of his hundred by just 14 runs. Labuschagne and Carey didn’t bother the scorecard much either and departed early.&nbsp;

Steven Smith who scored 80 gave the finishing touches with all-rounder Cameron Green hitting an unbeaten 20. 
With this win, Australia takes a one-nil lead in the three-match series. The next ODI is scheduled to take place in Sydney on Saturday, November 19th.

Adam Zampa and Pat Cummins picked three wickets each while Ashton Agar’s out-of-the-world save made headlines in the series opener in Adelaide. Fifties from David Warner, Travis Head, and Steven Smith helped Australia beat England in the first ODI in Adelaide on Thursday by six wickets.

Adam Zampa and Pat Cummins picked three wickets each while Ashton Agar’s out-of-the-world save made headlines in the series opener in Adelaide. Fifties from David Warner, Travis Head, and Steven Smith helped Australia beat England in the first ODI in Adelaide on Thursday by six wickets. While Travis Head made an impactful return to the ODI setup hitting 69, David Warner contributed with a crucial 86 too. Bowling first after winning the toss Australia put the recently crowned World T20 champions on the mat by picking up early wickets. Returning Jason Roy failed again with Phil Salt and James Vince falling prey to captain Cummins inside the first ten overs. Though Billings and Buttler chipped in with 17 and 29 respectively, it was Dawid Malan who made the first inning about himself. The 35-year-old made Ashton Agar struggle with his line and length and got after Zampa in the middle overs too. During his 134-run knock, Malan hit 12 fours and four massive sixes. Later, contributions from David Willey (34) helped England reach 287 for nine in 50 overs. ALSO READ: Ashton Agar's save had the world talking, watch the video here Australia started off well reaching 100 inside 20 overs without losing a wicket. In absence of recently retired Aaron Finch, Travis Head was roped in as an opener and he made the most of his chance. Pairing up with Warner, Head scored his 13th ODI fifty before getting out to Chris Jordan. Soon after, Warner, who looked in blistering touch, fell short of his hundred by just 14 runs. Labuschagne and Carey didn’t bother the scorecard much either and departed early. Steven Smith who scored 80 gave the finishing touches with all-rounder Cameron Green hitting an unbeaten 20. With this win, Australia takes a one-nil lead in the three-match series. The next ODI is scheduled to take place in Sydney on Saturday, November 19th.

Australia thrash England by 6 wickets in Adelaide, take 1-0 lead in ODI series

The&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour faces another lawsuit as the legal battle over the conflict with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit rumbles on. Attorney Larry Klayman has filed a Second Amended Class Action Complaint in Palm Beach County, Florida, against the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour, DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) and the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR). Klayman, who names&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;and DP World tour heads Jay Monahan and Keith Pelley in the filing, says their actions have broken competition law.

The&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour declined to comment and the DP World Tour and OWGR did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The filing alleges that "there is a collusive, coordinated effort to destroy LIV Golf and its players in their infancy". In a statement on his 'Freedom Watch' website, Klayman said that the OWGR was "alleged to be major part of the conspiracy to restrain trade in violation of Florida's antitrust laws."

He said that "LIV Golf players are being denied world ranking points to eliminate them from playing in major and other tournaments, harming consumers in this respect as well." In the filing, Klayman also claims that the quality of golf offered at&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour has been "diluted and destroyed by a deterioration of the talent level" as a result of suspensions of LIV Golf players.

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The US&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour has banned more than 30 players who have teed off in one of LIV's 48-man, 54-hole tournaments, a move that prompted 11 LIV Golf players to file an anti-trust lawsuit against the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour in August. Eight of the original plaintiffs in that suit, including vocal LIV supporter Phil Mickelson, have since removed their names from the action, while Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Jones and Peter Uihlein remain as plaintiffs along with LIV Golf itself.

In September, the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour filed a countersuit against LIV Golf, accusing it of interfering with its contracts with players. In August, a US judge denied a request by three LIV Golf players for a temporary restraining order that would have allowed them to compete in the US&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour's FedEx Cup playoffs.

But the US Department of Justice has opened an anti-trust investigation into the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour's actions in attempting to quell the upstart circuit. The DP World Tour's efforts to suspend golfers who participate in LIV Golf has also sparked litigation in Europe. Klayman is also representing LIV player Patrick Reed in two defamation lawsuits seeking a total of $750 million against various members of the media. LIV Golf, which has signed several top players including American Phil Mickelson and Australian Cameron Smith plans 14 events next year after ending its first season last month.

The PGA Tour faces another lawsuit as the legal battle over the conflict with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit rumbles on. Attorney Larry Klayman has filed a Second Amended Class Action Complaint in Palm Beach County, Florida, against the PGA Tour, DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) and the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR).

The PGA Tour faces another lawsuit as the legal battle over the conflict with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit rumbles on. Attorney Larry Klayman has filed a Second Amended Class Action Complaint in Palm Beach County, Florida, against the PGA Tour, DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) and the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR). Klayman, who names PGA and DP World tour heads Jay Monahan and Keith Pelley in the filing, says their actions have broken competition law. The PGA Tour declined to comment and the DP World Tour and OWGR did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The filing alleges that "there is a collusive, coordinated effort to destroy LIV Golf and its players in their infancy". In a statement on his 'Freedom Watch' website, Klayman said that the OWGR was "alleged to be major part of the conspiracy to restrain trade in violation of Florida's antitrust laws." He said that "LIV Golf players are being denied world ranking points to eliminate them from playing in major and other tournaments, harming consumers in this respect as well." In the filing, Klayman also claims that the quality of golf offered at PGA Tour has been "diluted and destroyed by a deterioration of the talent level" as a result of suspensions of LIV Golf players. Also read: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton has one last shot to avoid first winless season The US PGA Tour has banned more than 30 players who have teed off in one of LIV's 48-man, 54-hole tournaments, a move that prompted 11 LIV Golf players to file an anti-trust lawsuit against the PGA Tour in August. Eight of the original plaintiffs in that suit, including vocal LIV supporter Phil Mickelson, have since removed their names from the action, while Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Jones and Peter Uihlein remain as plaintiffs along with LIV Golf itself. In September, the PGA Tour filed a countersuit against LIV Golf, accusing it of interfering with its contracts with players. In August, a US judge denied a request by three LIV Golf players for a temporary restraining order that would have allowed them to compete in the US PGA Tour's FedEx Cup playoffs. But the US Department of Justice has opened an anti-trust investigation into the PGA Tour's actions in attempting to quell the upstart circuit. The DP World Tour's efforts to suspend golfers who participate in LIV Golf has also sparked litigation in Europe. Klayman is also representing LIV player Patrick Reed in two defamation lawsuits seeking a total of $750 million against various members of the media. LIV Golf, which has signed several top players including American Phil Mickelson and Australian Cameron Smith plans 14 events next year after ending its first season last month.

Golf's PGA Tour, DP World Tour face new lawsuit as legal battle over conflict with LIV Golf continues

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