Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti downed third seed Casper Ruud in three sets on Thursday to reach the Paris Masters quarter-finals. The 20-year-old, at a career-high ranking of 23rd, came from behind to beat the Norwegian Ruud 4-6, 6-4, 6-4. Musetti will face either reigning champion Novak Djokovic or Russian Karen Khachanov in his maiden Masters quarter-final. Ruud has struggled since losing the US Open final to Carlos Alcaraz -- having also been the French Open runner-up earlier this year -- winning just two of his last six matches.

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The 23-year-old took the opening set with a single break in the 10th game but then had no answer as his opponent battled back. Musetti, who has lifted two ATP titles this year, broke serve three times across the next two sets to continue his rise with his best performance to date at a Masters event. Djokovic faces Khachanov later on Thursday, with the in-form Felix Auger-Aliassime and Stefanos Tsitsipas also in last-16 action.

Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti downed third seed Casper Ruud in three sets on Thursday to reach the Paris Masters quarter-finals. The 20-year-old, at a career-high ranking of 23rd, came from behind to beat the Norwegian Ruud 4-6, 6-4, 6-4.

Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti downed third seed Casper Ruud in three sets on Thursday to reach the Paris Masters quarter-finals. The 20-year-old, at a career-high ranking of 23rd, came from behind to beat the Norwegian Ruud 4-6, 6-4, 6-4. Musetti will face either reigning champion Novak Djokovic or Russian Karen Khachanov in his maiden Masters quarter-final. Ruud has struggled since losing the US Open final to Carlos Alcaraz -- having also been the French Open runner-up earlier this year -- winning just two of his last six matches. ALSO READ | Novak Djokovic vs Karen Khachanov, Live streaming: When and where to watch Paris Masters' Round 3 match? The 23-year-old took the opening set with a single break in the 10th game but then had no answer as his opponent battled back. Musetti, who has lifted two ATP titles this year, broke serve three times across the next two sets to continue his rise with his best performance to date at a Masters event. Djokovic faces Khachanov later on Thursday, with the in-form Felix Auger-Aliassime and Stefanos Tsitsipas also in last-16 action.

Paris Masters 2022: Lorenzo Musetti beats Casper Ruud to enter quarter-finals

India and Bangladesh squared off in a rain-affected T20 World Cup 2022 encounter at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. In what was a crucial Super 12 clash, Team India beat a spirited Bangla Tigers by five runs (DLS method) to win their third game of the mega event in Australia and top their group, with one more game to play. Despite Rohit Sharma &amp; Co.'s third win of the showpiece event Down Under, the one-time winners have still not qualified for the semi-finals.&nbsp;

The race for the semi-finals continues to remain intense and it is getting a bit more complicated in both the groups. Talking about the qualification scenario in Group 2, India sit at the top spot after their win over Bangladesh, with six points under their belt. South Africa and Bangladesh follow suit with Pakistan and Netherlands occupying the bottom-two spots, respectively. Here's the qualification scenario for all the teams still alive in the race for the semis from Group 2:

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With Netherlands and Zimbabwe out of contention, let us dwell upon the chances of India, South Africa, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Bangladesh: The Bangla Tigers have one game left. They play Pakistan in their remaining league stage encounter&nbsp;at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. If they win by an improbable margin, they can even challenge India, in terms of NRR, in the top two. South Africa's NRR at present is +2.772 which is certainly out of reach for Shakib Al Hasan &amp; Co.&nbsp;

Pakistan: The Babar Azam-led Men in Green won against South Africa on Thursday (November 03) and will play Bangladesh in their last league stage face-off and have to beat their Asian neighbours. If Pakistan reach six points and India lose to Zimbabwe, they can even edge past their arch-rivals as their NRR is slightly better than India.&nbsp;

South Africa:&nbsp;Temba Bavuma &amp; Co. are in a very good position; and were unbeaten in the tournament till losing to Pakistan. With two wins and one no-result, the Proteas have five points. Even if they lose one of their remaining two games, SA should go ahead but their final positioning can change.

India: Rohit &amp; Co. currently occupy the top spot in Group 2. The Men in Blue are also in a good position to reach the top four, however, they still need to win their last league stage encounter versus Zimbabwe. A win will confirm them a place in the knockouts.&nbsp;

India and Bangladesh squared off in a rain-affected T20 World Cup 2022 encounter at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. In what was a crucial Super 12 clash, Team India beat a spirited Bangla Tigers by five runs (DLS method) to win their third game of the mega event in Australia and top their group, with one more game to play.

India and Bangladesh squared off in a rain-affected T20 World Cup 2022 encounter at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. In what was a crucial Super 12 clash, Team India beat a spirited Bangla Tigers by five runs (DLS method) to win their third game of the mega event in Australia and top their group, with one more game to play. Despite Rohit Sharma & Co.'s third win of the showpiece event Down Under, the one-time winners have still not qualified for the semi-finals. The race for the semi-finals continues to remain intense and it is getting a bit more complicated in both the groups. Talking about the qualification scenario in Group 2, India sit at the top spot after their win over Bangladesh, with six points under their belt. South Africa and Bangladesh follow suit with Pakistan and Netherlands occupying the bottom-two spots, respectively. Here's the qualification scenario for all the teams still alive in the race for the semis from Group 2: ALSO READ | Reporter asks Shakib Al Hasan to reveal chat details with umpires in India tie, all-rounder reacts - WATCH With Netherlands and Zimbabwe out of contention, let us dwell upon the chances of India, South Africa, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Bangladesh: The Bangla Tigers have one game left. They play Pakistan in their remaining league stage encounter at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. If they win by an improbable margin, they can even challenge India, in terms of NRR, in the top two. South Africa's NRR at present is +2.772 which is certainly out of reach for Shakib Al Hasan & Co. Pakistan: The Babar Azam-led Men in Green won against South Africa on Thursday (November 03) and will play Bangladesh in their last league stage face-off and have to beat their Asian neighbours. If Pakistan reach six points and India lose to Zimbabwe, they can even edge past their arch-rivals as their NRR is slightly better than India. South Africa: Temba Bavuma & Co. are in a very good position; and were unbeaten in the tournament till losing to Pakistan. With two wins and one no-result, the Proteas have five points. Even if they lose one of their remaining two games, SA should go ahead but their final positioning can change. India: Rohit & Co. currently occupy the top spot in Group 2. The Men in Blue are also in a good position to reach the top four, however, they still need to win their last league stage encounter versus Zimbabwe. A win will confirm them a place in the knockouts.

T20 World Cup 2022: EXPLAINED! Qualification scenario for Group 2 teams after India beat Bangladesh

South Korea forward&nbsp;Son&nbsp;Heung-min's World Cup participation could be in doubt as he will undergo surgery on a facial fracture, his club Tottenham Hotspur said on Wednesday. Son, 30, was injured midway through the first half of Tottenham's Champions League tie at Olympique de Marseille following an aerial clash with Chancel Mbemba.

He required lengthy treatment on the pitch before being substituted and walking unsteadily down the tunnel. "We can confirm that&nbsp;Heung-Min&nbsp;Son&nbsp;will undergo surgery to stabilise a fracture around his left eye," Tottenham said on their website. "Following surgery,&nbsp;Son&nbsp;will commence rehabilitation with our medical staff and we shall update supporters further in due course."

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South Korea's hopes at the World Cup which begins in less than three weeks rest heavily on&nbsp;Son&nbsp;who has scored 35 goals in 104 appearances for his country. South Korea are in Group H with Portugal, Ghana and Uruguay. Tottenham did not say how long&nbsp;Son&nbsp;is likely to be out of action but his injury is a big blow to Antonio Conte's third-placed side who face Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday. They were already missing forward Richarlison&nbsp;and winger Dejan Kulusevski.

South Korea forward Son Heung-min's World Cup participation could be in doubt as he will undergo surgery on a facial fracture, his club Tottenham Hotspur said on Wednesday.

South Korea forward Son Heung-min's World Cup participation could be in doubt as he will undergo surgery on a facial fracture, his club Tottenham Hotspur said on Wednesday. Son, 30, was injured midway through the first half of Tottenham's Champions League tie at Olympique de Marseille following an aerial clash with Chancel Mbemba. He required lengthy treatment on the pitch before being substituted and walking unsteadily down the tunnel. "We can confirm that Heung-Min Son will undergo surgery to stabilise a fracture around his left eye," Tottenham said on their website. "Following surgery, Son will commence rehabilitation with our medical staff and we shall update supporters further in due course." ALSO READ | From Erling Haaland to Luis Diaz: Superstar footballers who won't be seen in FIFA World Cup in Qatar South Korea's hopes at the World Cup which begins in less than three weeks rest heavily on Son who has scored 35 goals in 104 appearances for his country. South Korea are in Group H with Portugal, Ghana and Uruguay. Tottenham did not say how long Son is likely to be out of action but his injury is a big blow to Antonio Conte's third-placed side who face Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday. They were already missing forward Richarlison and winger Dejan Kulusevski.

South Korea forward Son Heung-min to undergo surgery ahead of FIFA World Cup in Qatar

On Thursday (November 03), Pakistan beat South Africa by 33 runs (DLS method) to earn two vital points in the business end of the Super 12 round at the iconic SCG, Sydney. Batting first, Babar Azam-led Men in Green had their back against the wall and were reduced to 43 for 4 before fifties from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shadab Khan revived the Pakistan innings and took them to a daunting 185 for 9. In reply, the Temba Bavuma-led Proteas were never in the run-chase and reduced to 66 for 4 before a brief rain break brought forward a revived target; with SA needing 142 (73 off 30 balls).&nbsp;

Pakistan pacers produced a masterclass of death bowling to never give any chance to the South African batters as the Proteas were reduced to 108 for 9 to lose by 33 runs (DLS method). After the match, a jubilant Babar Azam said, "Very happy the way team performed. We are not upto the mark - me and Rizwan. But the way Haris played - different player - set the momentum. And the way Shadab finished the innings - outstanding. To be honest, everyone is my best player. Everyone is my match-winner. First two losses cost us. But the way we have played last two matches. As you know cricket is funny game. You never know."

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Here's the Group 2&nbsp;table after Pakistan beat South Africa in a crucial Super 12 tie

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			<td>2</td>
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			<td>2</td>
			<td>2</td>
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			<td>4</td>
			<td>1</td>
			<td>2</td>
			<td>1</td>
			<td>0</td>
			<td>-0.313</td>
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			<td>4</td>
			<td>1</td>
			<td>3</td>
			<td>0</td>
			<td>0</td>
			<td>-1.233</td>
			<td>2</td>
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Meanwhile, New Zealand remain atop in Group 1 followed by England and Australia. All of them are at&nbsp;five points each.

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On Friday (November 06), there are two matches to be played. Ireland will face New Zealand which will be followed by Australia taking on Afghanistan. Both the games will be held at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

On Thursday (November 03), Pakistan beat South Africa by 33 runs (DLS method) to earn two vital points in the business end of the Super 12 round at the iconic SCG, Sydney.

On Thursday (November 03), Pakistan beat South Africa by 33 runs (DLS method) to earn two vital points in the business end of the Super 12 round at the iconic SCG, Sydney. Batting first, Babar Azam-led Men in Green had their back against the wall and were reduced to 43 for 4 before fifties from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shadab Khan revived the Pakistan innings and took them to a daunting 185 for 9. In reply, the Temba Bavuma-led Proteas were never in the run-chase and reduced to 66 for 4 before a brief rain break brought forward a revived target; with SA needing 142 (73 off 30 balls). Pakistan pacers produced a masterclass of death bowling to never give any chance to the South African batters as the Proteas were reduced to 108 for 9 to lose by 33 runs (DLS method). After the match, a jubilant Babar Azam said, "Very happy the way team performed. We are not upto the mark - me and Rizwan. But the way Haris played - different player - set the momentum. And the way Shadab finished the innings - outstanding. To be honest, everyone is my best player. Everyone is my match-winner. First two losses cost us. But the way we have played last two matches. As you know cricket is funny game. You never know." ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2022: Kohli, Arshdeep help India beat Bangladesh by 10 runs in rain-affected thriller Here's the Group 2 table after Pakistan beat South Africa in a crucial Super 12 tie TEAM PLAYED WON LOST N/R TIED NRR POINTS India 4 3 1 0 0 +0.730 6 South Africa 4 2 1 1 0 +1.441 5 Pakistan 4 2 2 0 0 +1.117 4 Bangladesh 4 2 2 0 0 -1.276 4 Zimbabwe 4 1 2 1 0 -0.313 3 Netherlands 4 1 3 0 0 -1.233 2 Meanwhile, New Zealand remain atop in Group 1 followed by England and Australia. All of them are at five points each. On Friday (November 06), there are two matches to be played. Ireland will face New Zealand which will be followed by Australia taking on Afghanistan. Both the games will be held at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

T20 World Cup 2022 points table: Here's a look at Super 12 standings after Pakistan thrash South Africa

India beat Bangladesh in another thrilling clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). After two back-to-back victories, India lost a low-scoring thriller versus South Africa in Perth, on October 30, before returning to winning ways in a close rain-curtailed encounter versus the Bangla Tigers at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Being asked to bat first, Rohit &amp; Co. rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (44-ball 64 not out) and R Ashwin's 6-ball 13* to post a competitive 184 for 6 in 20 overs. In reply, Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangladesh came out all guns blazing in the run-chase and rode on Litton Das' rapid 27-ball 60 to be ahead of India during the rain break, when they were well-placed at 66 for no loss in seven overs. Back then, they were 17 runs ahead of India in DLS score but his departure soon after the rain break titled the momentum in India's favour.

With the revised target being 151 in 16 overs, Bangladesh's chase went downwards as wickets fell in regular intervals whereas the Indian fielders also rose to the occasion.&nbsp;Arshdeep Singh (2 for 38), Hardik Pandya (2 for 28) and Md Shami were among wickets. Rahul's throw to dismiss Litton changed the momentum for India. Eventually, India restricted Bangladesh to 145-6 as they lost by five runs (DLS).

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Here's the Group 2&nbsp;table after India beat Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 tie:

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At the post-match presentation, Rohit said, "I was calm and nervous at the&nbsp;same time. It was important for us as a group to stay calm and execute our plans. With 10 wickets in hand it could've gone either way but after the break we did well."

In Group 1, New Zealand remain atop followed by England and Australia, all of them at five points each.

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On Thursday (November 03), Pakistan will take on South Africa -- the only unbeaten side in the tournament so far -- in another riveting Super 12 clash in Group 2, at the SCG, Sydney.

India beat Bangladesh in another thrilling clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). After two back-to-back victories, India lost a low-scoring thriller versus South Africa in Perth, on October 30, before returning to winning ways in a close rain-curtailed encounter versus the Bangla Tigers at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

India beat Bangladesh in another thrilling clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). After two back-to-back victories, India lost a low-scoring thriller versus South Africa in Perth, on October 30, before returning to winning ways in a close rain-curtailed encounter versus the Bangla Tigers at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Being asked to bat first, Rohit & Co. rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (44-ball 64 not out) and R Ashwin's 6-ball 13* to post a competitive 184 for 6 in 20 overs. In reply, Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangladesh came out all guns blazing in the run-chase and rode on Litton Das' rapid 27-ball 60 to be ahead of India during the rain break, when they were well-placed at 66 for no loss in seven overs. Back then, they were 17 runs ahead of India in DLS score but his departure soon after the rain break titled the momentum in India's favour. With the revised target being 151 in 16 overs, Bangladesh's chase went downwards as wickets fell in regular intervals whereas the Indian fielders also rose to the occasion. Arshdeep Singh (2 for 38), Hardik Pandya (2 for 28) and Md Shami were among wickets. Rahul's throw to dismiss Litton changed the momentum for India. Eventually, India restricted Bangladesh to 145-6 as they lost by five runs (DLS). ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2022: Kohli, Arshdeep help India beat Bangladesh by 10 runs in rain-affected thriller Here's the Group 2 table after India beat Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 tie: At the post-match presentation, Rohit said, "I was calm and nervous at the same time. It was important for us as a group to stay calm and execute our plans. With 10 wickets in hand it could've gone either way but after the break we did well." In Group 1, New Zealand remain atop followed by England and Australia, all of them at five points each. On Thursday (November 03), Pakistan will take on South Africa -- the only unbeaten side in the tournament so far -- in another riveting Super 12 clash in Group 2, at the SCG, Sydney.

T20 World Cup 2022 points table: Here's a look at Super 12 standings after India beat Bangladesh

Indian men`s badminton duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their winning juggernaut at the Hylo Open, defeating Chinese Taipei`s Yang Lee and Chen Lu in Saarbrucken, Germany on Wednesday. The Satwik-Chirag team, which last week won the French Open, overcame a deficit in the first set to defeat the Chinese Taipei team 19-21, 21-19, and 21-16 in 61 minutes. Yang Lee, who won the gold medal in men`s doubles at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, was paired with Chen Lu rather than his customary partner Chi-Lin Wang.

The Chinese Taipei team managed to score seven points in a row after a close first game to put Satwik-Chirag on the defensive. The Indian team attempted a comeback, but Yang Lee and Chen Lu were able to hold on and win the first game. In the second game, which was also intense, the two pairs quickly traded points. However, Satwik and Chirag maintained their composure in the dying seconds to level the match. The Indian badminton team came back in the decisive game to advance to the round of 16, where they will face Rory Easton and Zach Russ of England. Busanan Ongbamrungphan of Thailand defeated Saina Nehwal for the sixth time in a row in the women`s singles competition. Busanan, the third seed, triumphed 21-15, 21-8.

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Saina Nehwal, who won bronze at the London 2012 Olympics, was competitive in the first game, but Busanan scored four points in a row to win. The Thai continued to gain momentum in the second game and finished out the opponent in 34 minutes. Saina Nehwal suffered her fourth straight defeat in the opening round. Kidambi Srikanth, a former world number one, defeated China`s Lu Guang Zu, who is presently rated 21st, in the men`s singles match to win the day. The CWG 2022 bronze medalist Kidambi won with scores of 15-21, 21-14, and 21-13 to guarantee his place in the round of 16. The Chinese player took the lead in the match with a rush of points near the end of the first game. But Kidambi came back in the second to turn the match into a three-game contest. In the third game, Lu Guang Zu had an early lead, but Kidambi showed his skill and defeated his rival. Arnaud Merkle, ranked 43rd in the world, will be Kidambi Srikanth`s opponent on Thursday.HS Prannoy withdrew from his men`s singles match against Shesar Hiren Rhustavito earlier in the day. Rhustavito had lost to Prannoy, the No. 12 player in the world in badminton, in both of their previous encounters.

Indian men`s badminton duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their winning juggernaut at the Hylo Open, defeating Chinese Taipei`s Yang Lee and Chen Lu in Saarbrucken, Germany on Wednesday.

Indian men`s badminton duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their winning juggernaut at the Hylo Open, defeating Chinese Taipei`s Yang Lee and Chen Lu in Saarbrucken, Germany on Wednesday. The Satwik-Chirag team, which last week won the French Open, overcame a deficit in the first set to defeat the Chinese Taipei team 19-21, 21-19, and 21-16 in 61 minutes. Yang Lee, who won the gold medal in men`s doubles at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, was paired with Chen Lu rather than his customary partner Chi-Lin Wang. The Chinese Taipei team managed to score seven points in a row after a close first game to put Satwik-Chirag on the defensive. The Indian team attempted a comeback, but Yang Lee and Chen Lu were able to hold on and win the first game. In the second game, which was also intense, the two pairs quickly traded points. However, Satwik and Chirag maintained their composure in the dying seconds to level the match. The Indian badminton team came back in the decisive game to advance to the round of 16, where they will face Rory Easton and Zach Russ of England. Busanan Ongbamrungphan of Thailand defeated Saina Nehwal for the sixth time in a row in the women`s singles competition. Busanan, the third seed, triumphed 21-15, 21-8. ALSO READ | Paris Masters: Tommy Paul pulls off an upset over Rafael Nadal, dents Spaniard's quest to top rankings Saina Nehwal, who won bronze at the London 2012 Olympics, was competitive in the first game, but Busanan scored four points in a row to win. The Thai continued to gain momentum in the second game and finished out the opponent in 34 minutes. Saina Nehwal suffered her fourth straight defeat in the opening round. Kidambi Srikanth, a former world number one, defeated China`s Lu Guang Zu, who is presently rated 21st, in the men`s singles match to win the day. The CWG 2022 bronze medalist Kidambi won with scores of 15-21, 21-14, and 21-13 to guarantee his place in the round of 16. The Chinese player took the lead in the match with a rush of points near the end of the first game. But Kidambi came back in the second to turn the match into a three-game contest. In the third game, Lu Guang Zu had an early lead, but Kidambi showed his skill and defeated his rival. Arnaud Merkle, ranked 43rd in the world, will be Kidambi Srikanth`s opponent on Thursday.HS Prannoy withdrew from his men`s singles match against Shesar Hiren Rhustavito earlier in the day. Rhustavito had lost to Prannoy, the No. 12 player in the world in badminton, in both of their previous encounters.

Hylo Open: Satwik-Chirag enter pre-quarters, Saina Nehwal knocked out

Bangladesh put up a spirited fight versus India in a thrilling Super 12 clash in the&nbsp;T20 World Cup 2022, on Wednesday (November 02). Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh bowlers tried their best but rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out), India posted a competitive 184 for 6. In reply, Litton Das came out all guns blazing and his quickfire fifty took the Bangla Tigers to 66 for no loss in seven overs before rain interrupted proceedings and sucked the momentum out of Bangladesh's run-chase.&nbsp;

During the break, there was a brief discussion between both the captains, Shakib Al Hasan and Rohit Sharma, and the on-field umpires. While the details of it aren't out, it had something to do about the revised target and playing conditions amid wet outfield. After the close contest, where Bangla Tigers fell short by five runs on DLS method, captain Shakib was asked to reveal details of the conversation by a reporter in the post-match press conference.

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Here's how the whole conversation panned out:

Journalist:&nbsp;"Bad luck Shakib, did you not try and play after the rain? What was the discussion that was going through?"

Shakib:&nbsp;"Did we have any option?"

Journo:&nbsp;"No option, but did you try and convince them?" the journalist continued.

Shakib:&nbsp;"Convince whom?" Shakib replied.

Journo:&nbsp;"Umpires and, of course, Rohit Sharma!"

Shakib:&nbsp;"Do I have the ability to convince the umpires?"

Journo:&nbsp;“Accha. Then you were discussing the rivers of Bangladesh? What were you talking to the umpires?"

Shakib:&nbsp;"Now you are asking the right questions. Umpires called us and told us about the revised target, the playing rules, the number of overs we would play."

Journo:&nbsp;"And you all accepted it?"

Shakib:&nbsp;"Yes (acting a little amused)."

Journo:&nbsp;“Beautiful, thank you!"

Despite a 21-ball fifty from Litton, who departed for a 27-ball 60, Bangladesh lost the plot after his dismissal once play resumed post the rain break. They were given a target of 151 runs in 16 overs and, thus, continued the run-chase with 85 more needed off the last 54 balls. While they had the momentum, they lost wickets at regular intervals and panicked whereas Indian bowlers -- led by twin scalps each from Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya -- and fielders rose to the occasion to take India to a thrilling five-run win and move closer to a semi-final berth.

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Bangladesh put up a spirited fight versus India in a thrilling Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022, on Wednesday (November 02). Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh bowlers tried their best but rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out), India posted a competitive 184 for 6.

Bangladesh put up a spirited fight versus India in a thrilling Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022, on Wednesday (November 02). Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh bowlers tried their best but rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out), India posted a competitive 184 for 6. In reply, Litton Das came out all guns blazing and his quickfire fifty took the Bangla Tigers to 66 for no loss in seven overs before rain interrupted proceedings and sucked the momentum out of Bangladesh's run-chase. During the break, there was a brief discussion between both the captains, Shakib Al Hasan and Rohit Sharma, and the on-field umpires. While the details of it aren't out, it had something to do about the revised target and playing conditions amid wet outfield. After the close contest, where Bangla Tigers fell short by five runs on DLS method, captain Shakib was asked to reveal details of the conversation by a reporter in the post-match press conference. × ALSO READ | T20 WC: Controversy erupts! Bangladesh's Nurul Hasan accuses Virat Kohli of fake fielding in Adelaide thriller Here's how the whole conversation panned out: Journalist: "Bad luck Shakib, did you not try and play after the rain? What was the discussion that was going through?" Shakib: "Did we have any option?" Journo: "No option, but did you try and convince them?" the journalist continued. Shakib: "Convince whom?" Shakib replied. Journo: "Umpires and, of course, Rohit Sharma!" Shakib: "Do I have the ability to convince the umpires?" Journo: “Accha. Then you were discussing the rivers of Bangladesh? What were you talking to the umpires?" Shakib: "Now you are asking the right questions. Umpires called us and told us about the revised target, the playing rules, the number of overs we would play." Journo: "And you all accepted it?" Shakib: "Yes (acting a little amused)." Journo: “Beautiful, thank you!" Despite a 21-ball fifty from Litton, who departed for a 27-ball 60, Bangladesh lost the plot after his dismissal once play resumed post the rain break. They were given a target of 151 runs in 16 overs and, thus, continued the run-chase with 85 more needed off the last 54 balls. While they had the momentum, they lost wickets at regular intervals and panicked whereas Indian bowlers -- led by twin scalps each from Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya -- and fielders rose to the occasion to take India to a thrilling five-run win and move closer to a semi-final berth. ×

Reporter asks Shakib Al Hasan to reveal chat details with umpires in India tie, all-rounder reacts - WATCH

India`s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia. Yadav's 51 not out off 25 balls against the Netherlands in Sydney and a valiant 68 off 40 against South Africa in Perth have helped him overtake New Zealand's Devon Conway and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan. They had held the top spot since 4 September this year.

Yadav is the 23rd player to top the T20I batting rankings and only the second Indian to reach No. 1 in T20 cricket after Virat Kohli, who spent 1,013 days at the top in different periods from September 2014 to December 2017. Yadav's tally of 863 rating points is also the second-best by an Indian, the highest being Kohli's tally of 897 in September 2014.New Zealand`s Glenn Phillips has moved up five slots to reach a career-best seventh position after scores of 104 against Sri Lanka and 62 against England, while South Africa's Rilee Rossouw is another one to enter the top 10 after scoring 109 against Bangladesh, moving up 17 slots to a career-best eighth position.

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England captain Jos Buttler's knock of 73 against New Zealand has lifted him three places to 14th position while Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz (up four places to joint-17th), South Africa`s David Miller (up two places to 28th), Sri Lanka's Bhanuka Rajapaksa (up eight places to 29th), Bangladesh's Litton Das (up two places to 36th) and the Australia pair of Mitchell Marsh (up two places to 31st) and Marcus Stoinis (up two places to 39th) are among others to move up the list.

The latest weekly update, which considers performances in matches completed by Tuesday, sees Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga advance four places to second position among bowlers. Hasaranga, who became No.1 during the ICC Men`s T20 World Cup last year, has moved back towards the top position after winning one wicket against New Zealand and three against Afghanistan. Hasaranga has only three points less than Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan. England seamer Sam Curran, who grabbed two wickets each against New Zealand and Ireland during this period, is up two places to sixth position while South Africa quick Anrich Nortje has progressed 11 slots to the eighth position after his haul of four for 10 against Bangladesh. New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has moved into the top 10 while his teammates Trent Boult and Tim Southee have taken the 12th and 16th positions, respectively. South Africa fast bowler Lungi Ngidi`s Player of the Match effort of four for 29 against India has lifted him 11 places to join 28th with India`s Axar Patel.

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (up three places to 18th), Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Wasim (up one place to 21st), New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi (up three places to 22nd) and left-arm seam bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi of Afghanistan (up four places to joint-24th) and India`s Arshdeep Singh (up 16 places to 27th) are the prominent gainers in the bowlers` list.

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India`s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia.

India`s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia. Yadav's 51 not out off 25 balls against the Netherlands in Sydney and a valiant 68 off 40 against South Africa in Perth have helped him overtake New Zealand's Devon Conway and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan. They had held the top spot since 4 September this year. Yadav is the 23rd player to top the T20I batting rankings and only the second Indian to reach No. 1 in T20 cricket after Virat Kohli, who spent 1,013 days at the top in different periods from September 2014 to December 2017. Yadav's tally of 863 rating points is also the second-best by an Indian, the highest being Kohli's tally of 897 in September 2014.New Zealand`s Glenn Phillips has moved up five slots to reach a career-best seventh position after scores of 104 against Sri Lanka and 62 against England, while South Africa's Rilee Rossouw is another one to enter the top 10 after scoring 109 against Bangladesh, moving up 17 slots to a career-best eighth position. ALSO READ | We never had any doubts: Rohit Sharma on Virat Kohli's batting heroics in T20 WC after India beat Bangladesh England captain Jos Buttler's knock of 73 against New Zealand has lifted him three places to 14th position while Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz (up four places to joint-17th), South Africa`s David Miller (up two places to 28th), Sri Lanka's Bhanuka Rajapaksa (up eight places to 29th), Bangladesh's Litton Das (up two places to 36th) and the Australia pair of Mitchell Marsh (up two places to 31st) and Marcus Stoinis (up two places to 39th) are among others to move up the list. The latest weekly update, which considers performances in matches completed by Tuesday, sees Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga advance four places to second position among bowlers. Hasaranga, who became No.1 during the ICC Men`s T20 World Cup last year, has moved back towards the top position after winning one wicket against New Zealand and three against Afghanistan. Hasaranga has only three points less than Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan. England seamer Sam Curran, who grabbed two wickets each against New Zealand and Ireland during this period, is up two places to sixth position while South Africa quick Anrich Nortje has progressed 11 slots to the eighth position after his haul of four for 10 against Bangladesh. New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has moved into the top 10 while his teammates Trent Boult and Tim Southee have taken the 12th and 16th positions, respectively. South Africa fast bowler Lungi Ngidi`s Player of the Match effort of four for 29 against India has lifted him 11 places to join 28th with India`s Axar Patel. India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (up three places to 18th), Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Wasim (up one place to 21st), New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi (up three places to 22nd) and left-arm seam bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi of Afghanistan (up four places to joint-24th) and India`s Arshdeep Singh (up 16 places to 27th) are the prominent gainers in the bowlers` list. ×

ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav becomes No. 1 batter, ends Pakistan opener Md Rizwan's reign

The T20 World Cup 2022 edition is certainly not for the faint hearted. With each passing day, the race for the semi-finals gets complicated in the two groups. Talking about Group 2, it will see Pakistan locking horns with South Africa -- the only unbeaten side in the competition -- in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03).

A win for South Africa will all but confirm them a spot in the semi-finals, which they missed out on NRR in&nbsp;last year's edition. On the other hand, Pakistan remain alive by the barest of margins and a defeat will surely bring an end to their hopes of lifting the title for the second time, since 2009. Thus, both sides have all to play for in a battle which is expected to go down to the wire.

It is to be noted that the Proteas have never beaten Pakistan in this tournament. Their last face-off in the competition came in T20 WC 2012 in Sri Lanka. Will SA regain the top spot and book a place in the semis? Or, will Babar Azam &amp; Co. breathe another day in the marquee event in Australia?

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Here's everything you need to know&nbsp;about the live-streaming details of the match:&nbsp;

Where will Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup match take place?&nbsp;

Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 match will be played&nbsp;at The Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney.

At what time will&nbsp;Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup match get underway?

Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 Super 12 match will kick off at 1:30 PM IST.

Which TV channels will broadcast Pakistan vs South Africa&nbsp;T20 World Cup in India?

Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 match's live telecast will be available on Star Sports.

Where can one watch the live streaming of Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup match in India?

Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 match's live streaming will be on Disney+Hotstar.&nbsp;

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The T20 World Cup 2022 edition is certainly not for the faint hearted. With each passing day, the race for the semi-finals gets complicated in the two groups. Talking about Group 2, it will see Pakistan locking horns with South Africa -- the only unbeaten side in the competition -- in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03).

The T20 World Cup 2022 edition is certainly not for the faint hearted. With each passing day, the race for the semi-finals gets complicated in the two groups. Talking about Group 2, it will see Pakistan locking horns with South Africa -- the only unbeaten side in the competition -- in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03). A win for South Africa will all but confirm them a spot in the semi-finals, which they missed out on NRR in last year's edition. On the other hand, Pakistan remain alive by the barest of margins and a defeat will surely bring an end to their hopes of lifting the title for the second time, since 2009. Thus, both sides have all to play for in a battle which is expected to go down to the wire. It is to be noted that the Proteas have never beaten Pakistan in this tournament. Their last face-off in the competition came in T20 WC 2012 in Sri Lanka. Will SA regain the top spot and book a place in the semis? Or, will Babar Azam & Co. breathe another day in the marquee event in Australia? ALSO READ | We never had any doubts: Rohit Sharma on Virat Kohli's batting heroics in T20 WC after India beat Bangladesh Here's everything you need to know about the live-streaming details of the match: Where will Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup match take place? Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 match will be played at The Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. At what time will Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup match get underway? Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 Super 12 match will kick off at 1:30 PM IST. Which TV channels will broadcast Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup in India? Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 match's live telecast will be available on Star Sports. Where can one watch the live streaming of Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup match in India? Pakistan vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2022 match's live streaming will be on Disney+Hotstar. ×

T20 WC 2022, Pakistan vs South Africa, Live Cricket Streaming: When and where to watch Super 12 tie?

During Pakistan's Netherlands face-off in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Perth on October 30, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Gautam Gambhir made heads turn with his remark on Babar Azam. The Pakistan captain has been slammed left, right and centre following the Men in Green's dismal run so far in the competition.

When the one-time winners' playing XI didn't feature Fakhar Zaman, who is battling injury concerns in the run-up to the T20 WC, Babar was heavily criticised. Even when Fakhar was roped in for the clash versus the Dutch line-up, he batted at No. 3 whereas Pakistan continued to open with Babar and Md Rizwan, who have been criticised for their slow starts.

Thus, Gambhir slammed Babar and said during commentary of the Pakistan-Netherlands face-off, “In my opinion, first, you think about your team instead of yourself; if nothing goes according to your plan, you should have sent Fakhar Zaman up the batting order. This is called selfishness; as a captain, it is easy to be selfish."

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wasim-akram-reacts-to-gautam-gambhirs-selfish-remark-on-babar-azams-captaincy-in-t20-world-cup-530446">Wasim Akram reacts to Gautam Gambhir's 'selfish' remark on Babar Azam's captaincy in T20 World Cup</a>

Now, Gambhir's arch-rival Shahid Afridi has joined in and reacted to the former Indian opener's comments. 
 
"Tournament ke baad koshish karenge Babar ko bole ki unke baare mein bhi kuchh bole kyuki wo bhi toh ghar jayenge na.&nbsp;(After the end of the T20 WC, we’ll try and tell Babar to say something about him (Gambhir). After all, he will head straight back home to India too),” Afridi said on Pakistani channel Samaa TV.

Afridi criticised Gambhir for his usage of words and further opined, "There is always criticism, but you need to be very careful with words. You should use words that should come as advice for the player, and you can make the people understand it as well. As far as Babar is concerned, he has given so many match-winning performances. The consistency with which he has scored, very few Pakistan batters have. He may not have risen to the expectations which is why he is facing some flak."

It will be interesting to see if Gambhir reacts to Afridi's comments. Babar-led Pakistan will play South Africa in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03) in Sydney.

During Pakistan's Netherlands face-off in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Perth on October 30, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Gautam Gambhir made heads turn with his remark on Babar Azam.

During Pakistan's Netherlands face-off in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Perth on October 30, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Gautam Gambhir made heads turn with his remark on Babar Azam. The Pakistan captain has been slammed left, right and centre following the Men in Green's dismal run so far in the competition. When the one-time winners' playing XI didn't feature Fakhar Zaman, who is battling injury concerns in the run-up to the T20 WC, Babar was heavily criticised. Even when Fakhar was roped in for the clash versus the Dutch line-up, he batted at No. 3 whereas Pakistan continued to open with Babar and Md Rizwan, who have been criticised for their slow starts. Thus, Gambhir slammed Babar and said during commentary of the Pakistan-Netherlands face-off, “In my opinion, first, you think about your team instead of yourself; if nothing goes according to your plan, you should have sent Fakhar Zaman up the batting order. This is called selfishness; as a captain, it is easy to be selfish." ALSO READ | Wasim Akram reacts to Gautam Gambhir's 'selfish' remark on Babar Azam's captaincy in T20 World Cup Now, Gambhir's arch-rival Shahid Afridi has joined in and reacted to the former Indian opener's comments. "Tournament ke baad koshish karenge Babar ko bole ki unke baare mein bhi kuchh bole kyuki wo bhi toh ghar jayenge na. (After the end of the T20 WC, we’ll try and tell Babar to say something about him (Gambhir). After all, he will head straight back home to India too),” Afridi said on Pakistani channel Samaa TV. Afridi criticised Gambhir for his usage of words and further opined, "There is always criticism, but you need to be very careful with words. You should use words that should come as advice for the player, and you can make the people understand it as well. As far as Babar is concerned, he has given so many match-winning performances. The consistency with which he has scored, very few Pakistan batters have. He may not have risen to the expectations which is why he is facing some flak." It will be interesting to see if Gambhir reacts to Afridi's comments. Babar-led Pakistan will play South Africa in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03) in Sydney.

'You need to....': Shahid Afridi reacts to Gautam Gambhir's 'selfish' remark on Pakistan captain Babar Azam

Captaining an IPL franchise isn't an easy job by any means. Over the years, many superstar cricketers have not been able to do justice to the role of captaincy. Many captains have been replaced after a few bad seasons.&nbsp;Mayank Agarwal is now&nbsp;the latest to join the list as Punjab Kings (PBKS) have appointed senior batter Shikhar Dhawan as the franchise's captain for IPL 2023.

Dhawan's appointment was confirmed after Punjab's team meeting on Wednesday (November 02) where the newly-appointed coach Trevor Bayliss also backed the move. PBKS' official Twitter handle shared a post and wrote, "#𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐝, 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐡𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐛 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬!"

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It is to be noted that Dhawan will now&nbsp;return to the role of captaincy in the IPL after a decade. Earlier, he led the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) when they had been introduced in IPL 2013.

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Speaking of Mayank, the right-hander didn't have an impressive start as IPL captain in the 2022 edition. He wasn't at his best with the bat, despite batting at different positions, and&nbsp;managed only 196 runs from 13 matches. It was the Indian opener's worst-ever season since being given the opening job by the Punjab franchise&nbsp;on a full-time basis.

Under Mayank, PBKS managed only seven victories from 14 encounters and finished in the sixth position in the points table. Overall, Bayliss-Dhawan&nbsp;have a huge task in hand to revamp the squad and take them to the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

Captaining an IPL franchise isn't an easy job by any means. Over the years, many superstar cricketers have not been able to do justice to the role of captaincy. Many captains have been replaced after a few bad seasons.

Captaining an IPL franchise isn't an easy job by any means. Over the years, many superstar cricketers have not been able to do justice to the role of captaincy. Many captains have been replaced after a few bad seasons. Mayank Agarwal is now the latest to join the list as Punjab Kings (PBKS) have appointed senior batter Shikhar Dhawan as the franchise's captain for IPL 2023. Dhawan's appointment was confirmed after Punjab's team meeting on Wednesday (November 02) where the newly-appointed coach Trevor Bayliss also backed the move. PBKS' official Twitter handle shared a post and wrote, "#𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐝, 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐡𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐛 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬!" #𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐝, 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐡𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐛 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬! ❤️ — Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) November 2, 2022 × It is to be noted that Dhawan will now return to the role of captaincy in the IPL after a decade. Earlier, he led the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) when they had been introduced in IPL 2013. ALSO READ | We never had any doubts: Rohit Sharma on Virat Kohli's batting heroics in T20 WC after India beat Bangladesh Speaking of Mayank, the right-hander didn't have an impressive start as IPL captain in the 2022 edition. He wasn't at his best with the bat, despite batting at different positions, and managed only 196 runs from 13 matches. It was the Indian opener's worst-ever season since being given the opening job by the Punjab franchise on a full-time basis. Under Mayank, PBKS managed only seven victories from 14 encounters and finished in the sixth position in the points table. Overall, Bayliss-Dhawan have a huge task in hand to revamp the squad and take them to the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

IPL 2023: Another change in captaincy! Shikhar Dhawan replaces Mayank Agarwal as PBKS skipper

Tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King has spent her life fighting for gender equality and championing the rights of the LGBTQ community so it would hardly be surprising if she joined the long list of those criticising Qatar as World Cup hosts.

The American, however, believes staging soccer's blue-riband tournament in the conservative Gulf Arab state can open minds and become a power for good. Qatar's treatment of migrant workers and restrictive social laws which prohibit same-sex relationships has led many to question world governing body FIFA's decision.

But King, who in 2009 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her advocacy work on behalf of women and the LGBTQ community, points the fact that the&nbsp;WTA&nbsp;Tour she helped create used to stage its end-of-season tournament in Doha. Asked if she would be happy to host the Billie Jean Cup finals, which begins this month in Glasgow, in Qatar, she said: "I probably would be because, first of all, the&nbsp;WTA&nbsp;went there years ago.

"I get a lot of different people coming to me saying 'why would you play there the way they treat women?' "But personally I think it's important to show up and be an influencer. I think it's delicate, no question. But I think it's important to go if you get the opportunity and everything else fits too, not just go there for money or whatever."

Qatar’s government has said its labour system is a work in progress, but denied a 2021 Amnesty report that thousands of migrant workers were still being exploited. Organisers of the World Cup, which starts on Nov. 20, say that everyone, no matter their sexual orientation or background, is welcome.

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The 78-year-old King, who won 12 major Grand Slam singles titles and paved the way for equal prize-money at four majors, said staging the&nbsp;WTA&nbsp;Finals in Doha had created opportunities for female tennis players in the country.

"We were there four or five years and I think it helped," King said in a conference call with a small group of reporters ahead of the Billie Jean Cup finals which start on Nov. 8. "When I went there I did a clinic for the kids but only for the girls. Somebody was left-handed, which is sinister to them, and this mother was saying she hoped her left-handed daughter could one day become a champion and get rid of that stigma.

"These are the kind of discussions you can have when you're physically there. So I'm big on going actually, even if I know it's a fine line of how you do it." Last week Qatari police stopped a one-man protest by British LGBT activist Peter Tatchell outside the national museum of Qatar. Tatchell stood for more than an hour wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with "#Qatarantigay" and holding a placard that read "Qatar arrests and subjects LGBTs to conversion".

Tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King has spent her life fighting for gender equality and championing the rights of the LGBTQ community so it would hardly be surprising if she joined the long list of those criticising Qatar as World Cup hosts.

Tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King has spent her life fighting for gender equality and championing the rights of the LGBTQ community so it would hardly be surprising if she joined the long list of those criticising Qatar as World Cup hosts. The American, however, believes staging soccer's blue-riband tournament in the conservative Gulf Arab state can open minds and become a power for good. Qatar's treatment of migrant workers and restrictive social laws which prohibit same-sex relationships has led many to question world governing body FIFA's decision. But King, who in 2009 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her advocacy work on behalf of women and the LGBTQ community, points the fact that the WTA Tour she helped create used to stage its end-of-season tournament in Doha. Asked if she would be happy to host the Billie Jean Cup finals, which begins this month in Glasgow, in Qatar, she said: "I probably would be because, first of all, the WTA went there years ago. "I get a lot of different people coming to me saying 'why would you play there the way they treat women?' "But personally I think it's important to show up and be an influencer. I think it's delicate, no question. But I think it's important to go if you get the opportunity and everything else fits too, not just go there for money or whatever." Qatar’s government has said its labour system is a work in progress, but denied a 2021 Amnesty report that thousands of migrant workers were still being exploited. Organisers of the World Cup, which starts on Nov. 20, say that everyone, no matter their sexual orientation or background, is welcome. ALSO READ | From Erling Haaland to Luis Diaz: Superstar footballers who won't be seen in FIFA World Cup in Qatar The 78-year-old King, who won 12 major Grand Slam singles titles and paved the way for equal prize-money at four majors, said staging the WTA Finals in Doha had created opportunities for female tennis players in the country. "We were there four or five years and I think it helped," King said in a conference call with a small group of reporters ahead of the Billie Jean Cup finals which start on Nov. 8. "When I went there I did a clinic for the kids but only for the girls. Somebody was left-handed, which is sinister to them, and this mother was saying she hoped her left-handed daughter could one day become a champion and get rid of that stigma. "These are the kind of discussions you can have when you're physically there. So I'm big on going actually, even if I know it's a fine line of how you do it." Last week Qatari police stopped a one-man protest by British LGBT activist Peter Tatchell outside the national museum of Qatar. Tatchell stood for more than an hour wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with "#Qatarantigay" and holding a placard that read "Qatar arrests and subjects LGBTs to conversion".

Tennis trailblazer Billie King believes Qatar World Cup can be force for good

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