In what comes as a huge blow for Team India, Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition due to a stress-back fracture. Bumrah had missed the India-South Africa T20I series opener, at Trivandrum, as he complained of back pain. Nonetheless, as per a report in the PTI, the ace pacer has been ruled out of action for 4-6 months.

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After Bumrah was not named in India's playing XI for the three-match T20I series opener versus South Africa, on Wednesday (September 28), eyebrows were raised across the Indian cricket fraternity. "Jasprit Bumrah complained of back pain during India's practice session on Tuesday. The BCCI Medical Team assessed him. He is ruled out of the first #INDvSA T20I," BCCI had written while sharing an update of the speedster's injury.

If reports turn out to be true, this is a massive blow to Rohit Sharma-led India's chances to win the forthcoming 2022 T20 WC in Australia. The 28-year-old is the leader of India's bowling attack and with Bhuvneshwar Kumar struggling to curtail the run-flow in the death overs, many had their hopes on Bumrah to take full onus in the upcoming showpiece event Down Under.&nbsp;

An official&nbsp;statement regarding Bumrah's injury update from the Indian team management is now keenly awaited.

In what comes as a huge blow for Team India, Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition due to a stress-back fracture. Bumrah had missed the India-South Africa T20I series opener, at Trivandrum, as he complained of back pain.

In what comes as a huge blow for Team India, Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition due to a stress-back fracture. Bumrah had missed the India-South Africa T20I series opener, at Trivandrum, as he complained of back pain. Nonetheless, as per a report in the PTI, the ace pacer has been ruled out of action for 4-6 months. Jasprit Bumrah out of T20 World Cup with back stress fracture: BCCI sources — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 29, 2022 × ALSO READ | Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar run riot as India thrash South Africa by 8 wickets in 1st T20I After Bumrah was not named in India's playing XI for the three-match T20I series opener versus South Africa, on Wednesday (September 28), eyebrows were raised across the Indian cricket fraternity. "Jasprit Bumrah complained of back pain during India's practice session on Tuesday. The BCCI Medical Team assessed him. He is ruled out of the first #INDvSA T20I," BCCI had written while sharing an update of the speedster's injury. If reports turn out to be true, this is a massive blow to Rohit Sharma-led India's chances to win the forthcoming 2022 T20 WC in Australia. The 28-year-old is the leader of India's bowling attack and with Bhuvneshwar Kumar struggling to curtail the run-flow in the death overs, many had their hopes on Bumrah to take full onus in the upcoming showpiece event Down Under. An official statement regarding Bumrah's injury update from the Indian team management is now keenly awaited.

Big blow to Team India! Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of T20 World Cup with back stress fracture: Report

Tokyo Olympian B Sai Praneeth suffered a shock defeat at the hands of fellow Indian Rithvik Sanjeevi Satish Kumar in the men's singles second round at the Vietnam Open Super 100 badminton tournament here on Wednesday. A former World Championships bronze medallist, Praneeth, who has been struggling for form for the last one year, lost 21-17 18-21 13-21 to Satish Kumar to make another early exit from a tournament.

Satish Kumar, who had finished runner-up at Bangladesh International Challenge in December last year, will now face Malaysia's Ong Ken Yon next. In other results in the men's singles, Meiraba Luwang Maisnam eked out a thrilling 21-16 18-21 21-14 win over Malaysia's Kok Jing Hong to set up a fight with Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu Jen, who beat India's eighth seed Mithun Manjunath 21-17 21-7 in another match. 
S Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian also notched up an sensational win over Indonesian veteran Tommy Sugiarto 14-21 22-20 21-12 in the second round. He will next meet Chinese Chia Hao, who defeated India's Raghu Mariswamy 21-16 21-15 in a lop-sided contest.

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Harshit Aggarwal defeated Mongolia's Batdavaa Munkhbat 21-15 21-13 to be pitted against Japan's third seed Kodai Naraoka in the third round. Kiran Kumar Mekala saw off Myanmar's Phone Pyae Naing 16-21 21-14 21-19 and will face Malaysia's Cheam June Wei next.

In the women's singles, Ruthvika Shivani Gadde progressed to the pre-quarterfinals after getting a walkover from his opponent and will face Vietnam's Thi Trang (B) Vu next. Prerana Neeluri will meet top seed Aya Ohori of Japan in the second round after she opened her campaign with a 21-16 21-14 win over local player Thi Ngoc Lan Nguyen.

Ira Sharma and Rituparna Das also made it to the second round with straight game wins. While Ira beat Vietnam's Thi Anh Tran 21-13 21-14, Rituparna defeated another Vietnamese in Bich Phuong Bhi 21-12 21-17.

Mixed doubles pair of N Sikki Reddy and Rohan Kapoor advanced to the second round after beating compatriots Hariharan Amsakarunan and SS Lakshmi Priyanka Subramanian 14-21 21-9 21-12. 
Another Indian pair of Bokka Navaneeth and Priya Konjengbam also progressed to the second round.

Tokyo Olympian B Sai Praneeth suffered a shock defeat at the hands of fellow Indian Rithvik Sanjeevi Satish Kumar in the men's singles second round at the Vietnam Open Super 100 badminton tournament here on Wednesday.

Tokyo Olympian B Sai Praneeth suffered a shock defeat at the hands of fellow Indian Rithvik Sanjeevi Satish Kumar in the men's singles second round at the Vietnam Open Super 100 badminton tournament here on Wednesday. A former World Championships bronze medallist, Praneeth, who has been struggling for form for the last one year, lost 21-17 18-21 13-21 to Satish Kumar to make another early exit from a tournament. Satish Kumar, who had finished runner-up at Bangladesh International Challenge in December last year, will now face Malaysia's Ong Ken Yon next. In other results in the men's singles, Meiraba Luwang Maisnam eked out a thrilling 21-16 18-21 21-14 win over Malaysia's Kok Jing Hong to set up a fight with Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu Jen, who beat India's eighth seed Mithun Manjunath 21-17 21-7 in another match. S Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian also notched up an sensational win over Indonesian veteran Tommy Sugiarto 14-21 22-20 21-12 in the second round. He will next meet Chinese Chia Hao, who defeated India's Raghu Mariswamy 21-16 21-15 in a lop-sided contest. ALSO READ | World Wrestling Championships to offer fewer quotas for Paris Olympics, World Qualifier gets more: UWW Harshit Aggarwal defeated Mongolia's Batdavaa Munkhbat 21-15 21-13 to be pitted against Japan's third seed Kodai Naraoka in the third round. Kiran Kumar Mekala saw off Myanmar's Phone Pyae Naing 16-21 21-14 21-19 and will face Malaysia's Cheam June Wei next. In the women's singles, Ruthvika Shivani Gadde progressed to the pre-quarterfinals after getting a walkover from his opponent and will face Vietnam's Thi Trang (B) Vu next. Prerana Neeluri will meet top seed Aya Ohori of Japan in the second round after she opened her campaign with a 21-16 21-14 win over local player Thi Ngoc Lan Nguyen. Ira Sharma and Rituparna Das also made it to the second round with straight game wins. While Ira beat Vietnam's Thi Anh Tran 21-13 21-14, Rituparna defeated another Vietnamese in Bich Phuong Bhi 21-12 21-17. Mixed doubles pair of N Sikki Reddy and Rohan Kapoor advanced to the second round after beating compatriots Hariharan Amsakarunan and SS Lakshmi Priyanka Subramanian 14-21 21-9 21-12. Another Indian pair of Bokka Navaneeth and Priya Konjengbam also progressed to the second round.

Vietnam Open: India's B Sai Praneeth bows out after defeat in second round

Iranian international footballer Majid Hosseini expressed solidarity Wednesday with the women-led protests that erupted nearly two weeks ago, reposting a message calling on the police to put down their guns. Hosseini, a defender who plays for Turkey's top division side Kayserispor, reposted a cartoon on Instagram showing a woman with flowing hair walking up to an anti-riot policeman and taking off his helmet.

"Put down your gun and let this murderous demon come out of your body," the woman tells the policeman in Farsi. "If God gave life, why should you take it?" Hosseini joins a growing list of Iranian footballers and cultural figures, some based abroad, who are taking to social media to condemn the deadly police crackdown.

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Dozens of people have been killed since demonstrations erupted when Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Kurdish woman, died after being arrested in Tehran for allegedly breaching the Islamic republic's strict rules on hijab headscarves and modest clothing.

Iran's national football team is being dogged with rumours of a split between players who support the protests and those still echoing the criticism published in pro-government media. Iran will be appearing at their sixth World Cup finals in Qatar this year. Hosseini, 26, has played for the national team since 2018, when he also joined Turkey's top-tier side Trabzonspor, before moving to Kayserispor last year.

Iranian international footballer Majid Hosseini expressed solidarity Wednesday with the women-led protests that erupted nearly two weeks ago, reposting a message calling on the police to put down their guns.

Iranian international footballer Majid Hosseini expressed solidarity Wednesday with the women-led protests that erupted nearly two weeks ago, reposting a message calling on the police to put down their guns. Hosseini, a defender who plays for Turkey's top division side Kayserispor, reposted a cartoon on Instagram showing a woman with flowing hair walking up to an anti-riot policeman and taking off his helmet. "Put down your gun and let this murderous demon come out of your body," the woman tells the policeman in Farsi. "If God gave life, why should you take it?" Hosseini joins a growing list of Iranian footballers and cultural figures, some based abroad, who are taking to social media to condemn the deadly police crackdown. ALSO READ | Football injuries 'up 20 percent' across Europe's top leagues in 2021/22 season, says a study Dozens of people have been killed since demonstrations erupted when Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Kurdish woman, died after being arrested in Tehran for allegedly breaching the Islamic republic's strict rules on hijab headscarves and modest clothing. Iran's national football team is being dogged with rumours of a split between players who support the protests and those still echoing the criticism published in pro-government media. Iran will be appearing at their sixth World Cup finals in Qatar this year. Hosseini, 26, has played for the national team since 2018, when he also joined Turkey's top-tier side Trabzonspor, before moving to Kayserispor last year.

Iran defender Majid Hosseini sends support for protests

In recent times, golf has been in the headlines for the PGA Tour versus LIV Golf tussle. The tensions between PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf continue with each passing day and the divide has created a lot of stir.&nbsp;

Recently, FedEx Cup champion Rory McIlroy opined on the divide, which is leading to golf 'ripping itself apart'. He told Reuters, "I don't want a fractured game. I never have. You look at some other sports and what's happened and the game of golf is ripping itself apart right now."

"It's no good for the guys on, you know, this side or the sort of traditional system and it's no good for the guys on the other side, either. It's no good for anyone. There is a time and a place for it. I just think right now, with where everything is, it's probably not the right time."

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Eleven LIV players had initially given their nod to&nbsp;support&nbsp;an antitrust lawsuit filed against the PGA Tour. They&nbsp;had accused the PGA Tour of&nbsp;operating as a monopoly and alleged the suspension of players joining the new circuit was not proper.

Nonetheless, eight of them&nbsp;pulled out from it recently, with Phil Mickelson joining them most recently.&nbsp;McIlroy feels a resolution can be possible but opines that legal proceedings are making matters worse at present.

"Right now with two lawsuits going on, and how heightened the rhetoric has been, I think we just need to let it cool off a little bit," McIlory said while speaking to BBC Sport on Wednesday. "I don't know what's going to happen with this lawsuit. No one's going to want to talk to anyone when it's hanging over the game, so I don't know what happens there.

"I've probably said a few things that are maybe too inflammatory at times, but it just comes from the heart and how much I hate what this is doing to the game. It has been an ugly year but&nbsp;there's a solution to everything. If we can send rockets to the moon and bring them back again and have them land on their own I'm sure we can figure out how to make professional golf cohesive again," the 33-year-old added.

Mickelson, in a statement brought forward by LIV Golf, said after his withdrawal from the lawsuit against PGA Tour, "I am focused on moving forward and extremely happy being a part of LIV, while also grateful for my time on the Tour.' 
 
"I am pleased that the players on Tour are finally being heard, respected, and valued and are benefitting from the changes recently implemented. With LIV's involvement in these issues, the players' rights will be protected, and I no longer feel it is necessary for me to be part of the proceedings," he added.

It looks like the PGA vs LIV Royal Rumble is far from over. It, however,&nbsp;is denting the game to a great extend in current scenario.

In recent times, golf has been in the headlines for the PGA Tour versus LIV Golf tussle. The tensions between PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf continue with each passing day and the divide has created a lot of stir.

In recent times, golf has been in the headlines for the PGA Tour versus LIV Golf tussle. The tensions between PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf continue with each passing day and the divide has created a lot of stir. Recently, FedEx Cup champion Rory McIlroy opined on the divide, which is leading to golf 'ripping itself apart'. He told Reuters, "I don't want a fractured game. I never have. You look at some other sports and what's happened and the game of golf is ripping itself apart right now." "It's no good for the guys on, you know, this side or the sort of traditional system and it's no good for the guys on the other side, either. It's no good for anyone. There is a time and a place for it. I just think right now, with where everything is, it's probably not the right time." ALSO READ | Phil Mickelson and three others pull out of LIV Golf lawsuit against PGA Tour Eleven LIV players had initially given their nod to support an antitrust lawsuit filed against the PGA Tour. They had accused the PGA Tour of operating as a monopoly and alleged the suspension of players joining the new circuit was not proper. Nonetheless, eight of them pulled out from it recently, with Phil Mickelson joining them most recently. McIlroy feels a resolution can be possible but opines that legal proceedings are making matters worse at present. "Right now with two lawsuits going on, and how heightened the rhetoric has been, I think we just need to let it cool off a little bit," McIlory said while speaking to BBC Sport on Wednesday. "I don't know what's going to happen with this lawsuit. No one's going to want to talk to anyone when it's hanging over the game, so I don't know what happens there. "I've probably said a few things that are maybe too inflammatory at times, but it just comes from the heart and how much I hate what this is doing to the game. It has been an ugly year but there's a solution to everything. If we can send rockets to the moon and bring them back again and have them land on their own I'm sure we can figure out how to make professional golf cohesive again," the 33-year-old added. Mickelson, in a statement brought forward by LIV Golf, said after his withdrawal from the lawsuit against PGA Tour, "I am focused on moving forward and extremely happy being a part of LIV, while also grateful for my time on the Tour.' "I am pleased that the players on Tour are finally being heard, respected, and valued and are benefitting from the changes recently implemented. With LIV's involvement in these issues, the players' rights will be protected, and I no longer feel it is necessary for me to be part of the proceedings," he added. It looks like the PGA vs LIV Royal Rumble is far from over. It, however, is denting the game to a great extend in current scenario.

Rory McIlroy reacts to tensions between PGA Tour and LIV Golf, says game is 'ripping itself apart'

Six Formula One grands prix from the 2023 season onwards will have sprint sessions after the governing body, the International Automobile Federation (FIA), on Tuesday approved an increase from three events this year. Sprint sessions have become highly popular with fans since it was introduced last year with qualifying taking place on Fridays and Saturday's short sprint race deciding the grid for Sunday's main race as well as awarding additional points.

The 2022 season has had sprint sessions at the Emilia Romagna and Austrian Grands Prix, with the Sao Paulo Grand Prix set to host the final one. The&nbsp;FIA&nbsp;added next year's additions will be confirmed in due course. "The Sprint provides action across three days with the drivers all fighting for something right from the start on Friday through to the main event on Sunday - adding more drama and excitement to the weekend," F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali said. "The feedback from the fans, teams, promoters, and partners has been very positive and the format is adding a new dimension to Formula 1, and we all want to ensure its success in the future."

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Earlier this year, Formula One teams had agreed to double the number of sprint events to six in 2023 at a meeting in April before it was sent for approval by the&nbsp;FIA, who sought to evaluate the proposal. The teams had agreed to only three this season for cost reasons and the&nbsp;FIA&nbsp;had stalled on approving the proposal for doubling Sprints to six as the governing body wanted a financial contribution from Formula One.

However, the&nbsp;FIA&nbsp;said there were no changes to the commercial agreements between them and Formula One Management (FOM) with respect to Sprint sessions. "...we concluded a thorough analysis on the impact of additional Sprint sessions, and have adjusted relevant parameters of our work to ensure that they continue to be regulated at the very highest level,"&nbsp;FIA&nbsp;President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said. Azerbaijan's promoter had said they want its Grand Prix in Baku to be one of six proposed Sprint weekends next season.

Six Formula One grands prix from the 2023 season onwards will have sprint sessions after the governing body, the International Automobile Federation (FIA), on Tuesday approved an increase from three events this year.

Six Formula One grands prix from the 2023 season onwards will have sprint sessions after the governing body, the International Automobile Federation (FIA), on Tuesday approved an increase from three events this year. Sprint sessions have become highly popular with fans since it was introduced last year with qualifying taking place on Fridays and Saturday's short sprint race deciding the grid for Sunday's main race as well as awarding additional points. The 2022 season has had sprint sessions at the Emilia Romagna and Austrian Grands Prix, with the Sao Paulo Grand Prix set to host the final one. The FIA added next year's additions will be confirmed in due course. "The Sprint provides action across three days with the drivers all fighting for something right from the start on Friday through to the main event on Sunday - adding more drama and excitement to the weekend," F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali said. "The feedback from the fans, teams, promoters, and partners has been very positive and the format is adding a new dimension to Formula 1, and we all want to ensure its success in the future." ALSO READ | Ducati's Jack Miller wins Japanese GP as Fabio Quartararo extends championship lead Earlier this year, Formula One teams had agreed to double the number of sprint events to six in 2023 at a meeting in April before it was sent for approval by the FIA, who sought to evaluate the proposal. The teams had agreed to only three this season for cost reasons and the FIA had stalled on approving the proposal for doubling Sprints to six as the governing body wanted a financial contribution from Formula One. However, the FIA said there were no changes to the commercial agreements between them and Formula One Management (FOM) with respect to Sprint sessions. "...we concluded a thorough analysis on the impact of additional Sprint sessions, and have adjusted relevant parameters of our work to ensure that they continue to be regulated at the very highest level," FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said. Azerbaijan's promoter had said they want its Grand Prix in Baku to be one of six proposed Sprint weekends next season.

FIA gives nod to three more sprint sessions in Formula One from 2023

Rohit Sharma-led India has had a dream run in T20Is in 2022 before a blip in the Asia Cup, in the UAE in August-September. After the continental tournament, India hosted Australia in a three-match T20I series and came from behind to win 2-1. Before taking the flight to Australia for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, from October-November, India will now face South Africa in three T20Is which gets underway on September 28 at the&nbsp;Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.&nbsp;

Rohit &amp; Co. will be without the services of all-rounder Hardik Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar with the duo being rested. On the other hand, Deepak Hooda's back injury and Md Shami still being Covid positive have forced the two to be out of action as well, with India roping in Shreyas Iyer and Shahbaz Ahmed being added to the squad.

South Africa, on the other hand, will be led by regular captain Temba Bavuma and a full-strength Proteas will look to give India a run for their money in the three T20Is. The visitors played a five-match T20I series versus a second-stringed India in early June, in the subcontinent, which ended in a 2-2 stalemate. They will look to get the better of the hosts this time around.&nbsp;

Here is everything you need to know about the 1st T20I - date, IST, streaming details, etc.&nbsp;

When is India vs South Africa 1st T20I match taking place?

India vs South Africa 1st T20I&nbsp;will be played on September 28, 2022 (Wednesday).&nbsp;

Where is India vs South Africa 1st T20I&nbsp;taking place?

India vs South Africa 1st T20I will take place&nbsp;at the Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.

At what time will the India vs South Africa 1st T20I start?

India vs South Africa 1st T20I&nbsp;will commence at 7:00 pm (IST).

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How to watch India vs South Africa 1st T20I live on TV?

India vs South Africa 1st T20I will be aired live&nbsp;on the Star Sports Network.&nbsp;

How to watch India vs South Africa 1st T20I live streaming?

India vs South Africa 1st T20I's live streaming will be available&nbsp;on Hotstar app and website.

Rohit Sharma-led India has had a dream run in T20Is in 2022 before a blip in the Asia Cup, in the UAE in August-September. After the continental tournament, India hosted Australia in a three-match T20I series and came from behind to win 2-1.

Rohit Sharma-led India has had a dream run in T20Is in 2022 before a blip in the Asia Cup, in the UAE in August-September. After the continental tournament, India hosted Australia in a three-match T20I series and came from behind to win 2-1. Before taking the flight to Australia for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, from October-November, India will now face South Africa in three T20Is which gets underway on September 28 at the Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram. Rohit & Co. will be without the services of all-rounder Hardik Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar with the duo being rested. On the other hand, Deepak Hooda's back injury and Md Shami still being Covid positive have forced the two to be out of action as well, with India roping in Shreyas Iyer and Shahbaz Ahmed being added to the squad. South Africa, on the other hand, will be led by regular captain Temba Bavuma and a full-strength Proteas will look to give India a run for their money in the three T20Is. The visitors played a five-match T20I series versus a second-stringed India in early June, in the subcontinent, which ended in a 2-2 stalemate. They will look to get the better of the hosts this time around. Here is everything you need to know about the 1st T20I - date, IST, streaming details, etc. When is India vs South Africa 1st T20I match taking place? India vs South Africa 1st T20I will be played on September 28, 2022 (Wednesday). Where is India vs South Africa 1st T20I taking place? India vs South Africa 1st T20I will take place at the Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram. At what time will the India vs South Africa 1st T20I start? India vs South Africa 1st T20I will commence at 7:00 pm (IST). ALSO READ | 'If Bhuvneshwar Kumar is listening...' - India's T20 WC medallist shares his two cents for out-of-form pacer How to watch India vs South Africa 1st T20I live on TV? India vs South Africa 1st T20I will be aired live on the Star Sports Network. How to watch India vs South Africa 1st T20I live streaming? India vs South Africa 1st T20I's live streaming will be available on Hotstar app and website.

Ind vs SA: When and where to watch India vs South Africa 1st T20I - IST time and streaming details

In a shocking incident, Brazil's Richarlison was subjected to racial abuse during his national side's face-off versus Tunisia in a friendly encounter&nbsp;in Paris on Tuesday (September 27). In a match which saw Brazilians dominate the opposition, Richarlison scored a goal as well but at the time of his celebration, someone from the crowd threw a banana near him.

Footage showed that Manchester United and Brazilian midfielder Fred kicked the banana away. Here's the video of the shocking incident, at the Parc des Princes, which have made heads turn in the football fraternity:&nbsp;

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Ahead of the friendly encounter, the five-time world champions Brazil had posed for photographs with&nbsp;an anti-racism banner. It read: "Without our black players, we wouldn’t have stars on our shirts."

Reacting to the incident, Brazil captain Thiago Silva said, "It’s a shame, it’s difficult to see images like that.&nbsp; Unfortunately it seems that we can’t change people’s mentality. I hope they will realise that this doesn’t work, it’s the past, we have to change. Unfortunately, people continue with this mentality."

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The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF),&nbsp;in a statement on Twitter, said, "Unfortunately a banana was thrown on the pitch towards Richarlison, scorer of the second Brazilian goal. The CBF reinforces its position to combat racism and repudiates any manifestation of prejudice.”

CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues further asserted, "Once again, I come publicly to express my rejection. This time I saw it with my own eyes. This shocks us. We must always remember that we are all the same, regardless of colour, race or religion. The fight against racism is not a cause, but a fundamental (battle for) change to wipe this type of crime from the planet. I insist on saying that the punishments need to be more severe."

Talking about the match, the likes of&nbsp;Raphael Dias Belloli, known as Raphinha, scored twice whereas Richarlison, Neymar and Pedro netted a goal each as Brazil mauled Tunisia 5-1.

In a shocking incident, Brazil's Richarlison was subjected to racial abuse during his national side's face-off versus Tunisia in a friendly encounter in Paris on Tuesday (September 27).

In a shocking incident, Brazil's Richarlison was subjected to racial abuse during his national side's face-off versus Tunisia in a friendly encounter in Paris on Tuesday (September 27). In a match which saw Brazilians dominate the opposition, Richarlison scored a goal as well but at the time of his celebration, someone from the crowd threw a banana near him. Footage showed that Manchester United and Brazilian midfielder Fred kicked the banana away. Here's the video of the shocking incident, at the Parc des Princes, which have made heads turn in the football fraternity: Richarlison scoring for Brazil today against Tunisia and a banana was thrown in front of him during the celebrations. Sickening stuff and no need for these type of racist fans at matches. pic.twitter.com/DQlKIBcMTm — Roberto Rojas (@RobertoRojas97) September 27, 2022 × Ahead of the friendly encounter, the five-time world champions Brazil had posed for photographs with an anti-racism banner. It read: "Without our black players, we wouldn’t have stars on our shirts." Reacting to the incident, Brazil captain Thiago Silva said, "It’s a shame, it’s difficult to see images like that. Unfortunately it seems that we can’t change people’s mentality. I hope they will realise that this doesn’t work, it’s the past, we have to change. Unfortunately, people continue with this mentality." ALSO READ | Too late for Harry Maguire to save his Man Utd career, this should be his final season: Jammie Carragher The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF), in a statement on Twitter, said, "Unfortunately a banana was thrown on the pitch towards Richarlison, scorer of the second Brazilian goal. The CBF reinforces its position to combat racism and repudiates any manifestation of prejudice.” CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues further asserted, "Once again, I come publicly to express my rejection. This time I saw it with my own eyes. This shocks us. We must always remember that we are all the same, regardless of colour, race or religion. The fight against racism is not a cause, but a fundamental (battle for) change to wipe this type of crime from the planet. I insist on saying that the punishments need to be more severe." Talking about the match, the likes of Raphael Dias Belloli, known as Raphinha, scored twice whereas Richarlison, Neymar and Pedro netted a goal each as Brazil mauled Tunisia 5-1.

WATCH: Shocking! Banana thrown at Richarlison as striker racially abused during Brazil-Tunisia tie

When the BCCI selection committee announced India's main squad for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, it included many regulars but Sanju Samson's omission made heads turn. The right-hander hasn't created quite a stir at the highest level, barring some good cameos and a couple of half-centuries so far, Samson is a big name in the IPL and is lauded for his free-flowing approach with the bat.

Being in India's scheme of things in the shorter formats, Samson has not been able to break into the main squad. The keeper-batter often features in India's second-stringed line-ups and, hence, was part of the Men in Blue's white-ball tour of West Indies and the three ODIs versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation. In the two tours, many of India's regular players were rested, thus, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper got several opportunities. While some believe he should have been a part of India's T20 WC squad, or at least in the reserves, former pacer S Sreesanth opined that Samson has a lot to catch up on and be more consistent for his state side Kerela.

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"He has to be consistent. See, everyone is talking about the IPL. I’m from Kerala, I’m somebody who has always supported him. I’ve seen him play from U14. He has played under me. In fact, I was the one who gave him the cap on his Ranji Trophy debut. But the way I see him… it’s a request to him – he has to start performing in first-class matches,” Sreesanth told&nbsp;Hindustan Times&nbsp;on the sidelines of the Delhi leg of 2022 Legends League Cricket.

Samson has 3,526 runs in 138 IPL games, including three hundreds at a strike rate of 135.72. Nonetheless, Sreesanth -- a twin World Cup-winner --&nbsp;feels he has to step up in the first-class cricket. "Yes, IPL is very important. IPL will give him fame, popularity, and riches, everything across the globe. But I have this strong feeling – for any cricketer for that matter – that they need to start doing extremely well for the state side, especially in first-class cricket. Sanju has to come out and perform in first-class matches. Not just score a hundred, score 200s. Come and make the Kerala team win the Ranji Trophy! Make Kerala team win the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Then, the Kerala cricketers will come out on top,” Sreesanth asserted.

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Sreesanth also believes that there is a stiff competition in the Indian team for the keeper-batter slot and, hence, further pointed out, "Is Sanju the only cricketer in Kerala? No, there are so many other cricketers in the state. It’s just a matter of time. Sanju is playing in the IPL, he should be so grateful. The Malayali people across the globe are supporting him, but then, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan… they can all keep. I’m telling you, the keeper-batsmen combination is very high, it’s not just Sanju."

He added, "I’ve told him also, that he has to come back to first-class cricket and make Kerala win. He is the captain also, I genuinely hope he scores hundreds, not just one hundred in three years. He should come into the scene like how Rishabh Pant or Ishan Kishan came. I’m very confident Sanju has got the talent and the ability. It’s just the matter of consistency."

At present, Samson is expected to be named as India's vice-captain for the upcoming South Africa ODIs, at home, starting on Octoebr 06. With the T20 WC-bound players leaving for Australia, Shikhar Dhawan is likely to lead the ODI side with Samson reportedly set to get a promotion as the vice-captain.&nbsp;

When the BCCI selection committee announced India's main squad for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, it included many regulars but Sanju Samson's omission made heads turn.

When the BCCI selection committee announced India's main squad for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, it included many regulars but Sanju Samson's omission made heads turn. The right-hander hasn't created quite a stir at the highest level, barring some good cameos and a couple of half-centuries so far, Samson is a big name in the IPL and is lauded for his free-flowing approach with the bat. Being in India's scheme of things in the shorter formats, Samson has not been able to break into the main squad. The keeper-batter often features in India's second-stringed line-ups and, hence, was part of the Men in Blue's white-ball tour of West Indies and the three ODIs versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation. In the two tours, many of India's regular players were rested, thus, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper got several opportunities. While some believe he should have been a part of India's T20 WC squad, or at least in the reserves, former pacer S Sreesanth opined that Samson has a lot to catch up on and be more consistent for his state side Kerela. ALSO READ | 'If Bhuvneshwar Kumar is listening...' - India's T20 WC medallist shares his two cents for out-of-form pacer "He has to be consistent. See, everyone is talking about the IPL. I’m from Kerala, I’m somebody who has always supported him. I’ve seen him play from U14. He has played under me. In fact, I was the one who gave him the cap on his Ranji Trophy debut. But the way I see him… it’s a request to him – he has to start performing in first-class matches,” Sreesanth told Hindustan Times on the sidelines of the Delhi leg of 2022 Legends League Cricket. Samson has 3,526 runs in 138 IPL games, including three hundreds at a strike rate of 135.72. Nonetheless, Sreesanth -- a twin World Cup-winner -- feels he has to step up in the first-class cricket. "Yes, IPL is very important. IPL will give him fame, popularity, and riches, everything across the globe. But I have this strong feeling – for any cricketer for that matter – that they need to start doing extremely well for the state side, especially in first-class cricket. Sanju has to come out and perform in first-class matches. Not just score a hundred, score 200s. Come and make the Kerala team win the Ranji Trophy! Make Kerala team win the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Then, the Kerala cricketers will come out on top,” Sreesanth asserted. ALSO READ | Promotion on cards? Sanju Samson likely to be named India vice-captain for ODIs vs South Africa - Report Sreesanth also believes that there is a stiff competition in the Indian team for the keeper-batter slot and, hence, further pointed out, "Is Sanju the only cricketer in Kerala? No, there are so many other cricketers in the state. It’s just a matter of time. Sanju is playing in the IPL, he should be so grateful. The Malayali people across the globe are supporting him, but then, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan… they can all keep. I’m telling you, the keeper-batsmen combination is very high, it’s not just Sanju." He added, "I’ve told him also, that he has to come back to first-class cricket and make Kerala win. He is the captain also, I genuinely hope he scores hundreds, not just one hundred in three years. He should come into the scene like how Rishabh Pant or Ishan Kishan came. I’m very confident Sanju has got the talent and the ability. It’s just the matter of consistency." At present, Samson is expected to be named as India's vice-captain for the upcoming South Africa ODIs, at home, starting on Octoebr 06. With the T20 WC-bound players leaving for Australia, Shikhar Dhawan is likely to lead the ODI side with Samson reportedly set to get a promotion as the vice-captain.

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Sanju Samson's omission from India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia, made a lot of noise. He was not even named in the reserves, which many felt was a harsh call due to&nbsp;his free-flowing approach with the bat. After his omission, BCCI named him as the captain for India A's three ODIs versus New Zealand at home.

After leading India A to a 3-0 whitewash over the Kiwis, it seems like a big promotion is on the cards for Samson. The Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper is likely to be named as India's vice-captain for the upcoming three-match ODI series versus South Africa at home, starting on October 6. 
 
As per ANI, Samson is in-line to be Shikhar Dhawan's deputy for the Proteas ODIs. After Rohit Sharma-led India's three T20Is versus Temba Bavuma &amp; Co., a second-string&nbsp;Indian side -- under Dhawan's captaincy (all but confirmed)&nbsp;-- will host three 50-over games versus South Africa whereas the T20 WC-bound players will leave for Australia for the upcoming showpiece event Down Under.

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With the likes of Rohit, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, etc. being out of action from the three ODIs, Samson has emerged as a strong contender to join the leadership group for the SA ODIs. Apart from him, Shubman Gill is another candidate who can act as Dhawan's deputy.&nbsp;

The BCCI selection committee is expected to announce India's second-stringed squad sooner than later. Talking about Samson, the swashbuckling right-hander has played only seven ODIs for Team India. He was part of India's white-ball tour of West Indies but wasn't part of the Rohit-led Men in Blue's Asia Cup campaign and the Australia T20Is at home. Samson has led Rajasthan's IPL franchise in two full editions and guided them to their first-ever final during IPL 2022, where they lost to eventual winners Gujarat Titans (GT).

Sanju Samson's omission from India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia, made a lot of noise. He was not even named in the reserves, which many felt was a harsh call due to his free-flowing approach with the bat.

Sanju Samson's omission from India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia, made a lot of noise. He was not even named in the reserves, which many felt was a harsh call due to his free-flowing approach with the bat. After his omission, BCCI named him as the captain for India A's three ODIs versus New Zealand at home. After leading India A to a 3-0 whitewash over the Kiwis, it seems like a big promotion is on the cards for Samson. The Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper is likely to be named as India's vice-captain for the upcoming three-match ODI series versus South Africa at home, starting on October 6. As per ANI, Samson is in-line to be Shikhar Dhawan's deputy for the Proteas ODIs. After Rohit Sharma-led India's three T20Is versus Temba Bavuma & Co., a second-string Indian side -- under Dhawan's captaincy (all but confirmed) -- will host three 50-over games versus South Africa whereas the T20 WC-bound players will leave for Australia for the upcoming showpiece event Down Under. ALSO READ | Ind vs SA: When and where to watch India vs South Africa 1st T20I - IST time and streaming details With the likes of Rohit, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, etc. being out of action from the three ODIs, Samson has emerged as a strong contender to join the leadership group for the SA ODIs. Apart from him, Shubman Gill is another candidate who can act as Dhawan's deputy. The BCCI selection committee is expected to announce India's second-stringed squad sooner than later. Talking about Samson, the swashbuckling right-hander has played only seven ODIs for Team India. He was part of India's white-ball tour of West Indies but wasn't part of the Rohit-led Men in Blue's Asia Cup campaign and the Australia T20Is at home. Samson has led Rajasthan's IPL franchise in two full editions and guided them to their first-ever final during IPL 2022, where they lost to eventual winners Gujarat Titans (GT).

Promotion on cards? Sanju Samson likely to be named India vice-captain for ODIs vs South Africa - Report

Indian cricket fans breathed a sigh of relief during the Asia Cup with Virat Kohli returning to form. The 33-year-old former Indian skipper was out of action from international cricket, after the end of the England tour, and missed the entire white-ball tour of West Indies and the three ODIs versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation.

However, the break seemed to have worked wonders for Kohli who regained form in the Asia Cup, in the UAE. The right-hander returned with scores of 35, 59*, 60, 0, 122* to end as the second-highest run-getter in the tournament (276 runs in five outings) despite Rohit Sharma-led India's dismal campaign, where they failed to enter the final. He continued his good form in the India-Australia home T20Is, ending on a high with a crucial 63 in the final encounter that helped India clinch the series 2-1.

Ahead of India's last T20I series -- where they face South Africa -- before departing for Australia&nbsp;for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, former West Indies pacer Fidel Edwards has made a bold claim on Kohli.

In an exclusive interaction with Times Now, Edwards -- who is part of the second season of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) in India -- said, "Virat has a point to prove and being in the World Cup, others need to watch out for him and I think he is going to dominate in the T20 World Cup. They say class is permanent has Virat has it all. Bowlers should be really worried for him."

Kohli is the fifth-highest run-getter in T20 WC history, second-most among Indians, with 845 runs including two Player-of-the-Tournament awards (in 2013 and 2016).

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On Rohit &amp; Co.'s chances of winning the T20 WC title, Edwards opined, "India is one of the best teams around playing T20 cricket. I am hoping to see them perform well in Australia. Bumrah is a real talent and he is going to come good in Australia. So I don't think India should be worried about their bowling attack. In fact, other teams should be worried about India."

India host SA in three T20Is, starting on Wednesday (September 28), before leaving for Australia for the T20 WC. In their opening fixture, they face Pakistan&nbsp;at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23.

Indian cricket fans breathed a sigh of relief during the Asia Cup with Virat Kohli returning to form. The 33-year-old former Indian skipper was out of action from international cricket, after the end of the England tour, and missed the entire white-ball tour of West Indies and the three ODIs versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation.

Indian cricket fans breathed a sigh of relief during the Asia Cup with Virat Kohli returning to form. The 33-year-old former Indian skipper was out of action from international cricket, after the end of the England tour, and missed the entire white-ball tour of West Indies and the three ODIs versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation. However, the break seemed to have worked wonders for Kohli who regained form in the Asia Cup, in the UAE. The right-hander returned with scores of 35, 59*, 60, 0, 122* to end as the second-highest run-getter in the tournament (276 runs in five outings) despite Rohit Sharma-led India's dismal campaign, where they failed to enter the final. He continued his good form in the India-Australia home T20Is, ending on a high with a crucial 63 in the final encounter that helped India clinch the series 2-1. Ahead of India's last T20I series -- where they face South Africa -- before departing for Australia for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, former West Indies pacer Fidel Edwards has made a bold claim on Kohli. In an exclusive interaction with Times Now, Edwards -- who is part of the second season of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) in India -- said, "Virat has a point to prove and being in the World Cup, others need to watch out for him and I think he is going to dominate in the T20 World Cup. They say class is permanent has Virat has it all. Bowlers should be really worried for him." Kohli is the fifth-highest run-getter in T20 WC history, second-most among Indians, with 845 runs including two Player-of-the-Tournament awards (in 2013 and 2016). ALSO READ | IND vs SA, 1st T20I: Virat Kohli only 35 runs away from leapfrogging Rohit Sharma in elite list On Rohit & Co.'s chances of winning the T20 WC title, Edwards opined, "India is one of the best teams around playing T20 cricket. I am hoping to see them perform well in Australia. Bumrah is a real talent and he is going to come good in Australia. So I don't think India should be worried about their bowling attack. In fact, other teams should be worried about India." India host SA in three T20Is, starting on Wednesday (September 28), before leaving for Australia for the T20 WC. In their opening fixture, they face Pakistan at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23.

Virat Kohli is going to dominate T20 World Cup, predicts former West Indies pacer

Hall of Famer Phil Mickelson and three other golfers dropped out of a lawsuit on Tuesday which was filed against the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour last month over its decision to suspend players who participated on the new LIV Golf circuit. Mickelson, who counts six major championships among his 45 career&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour wins, asked to be dismissed from the lawsuit along with Talor Gooch, Ian Poulter and Hudson Swafford. The players' decision to drop out of the lawsuit comes about a month after the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour, in a bid to curb the ongoing threat posed by LIV Golf, made sweeping changes including increased purses and an earnings assurance programme.

The $255 million LIV series is being bankrolled by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which critics say is a vehicle for the country to try to improve its image in the face of criticism of its human rights record. "I am focused on moving forward and extremely happy being a part of LIV, while also grateful for my time on the Tour," Mickelson said in a statement provided by LIV Golf. 
 
"I am pleased that the players on Tour are finally being heard, respected, and valued and are benefitting from the changes recently implemented. With LIV's involvement in these issues, the players' rights will be protected, and I no longer feel it is necessary for me to be part of the proceedings."

Mickelson and a long list of golfers filed the lawsuit in early August over its decision to suspend players, including Mickelson, for playing on the new LIV Golf circuit. It was reported in July that the U.S. Justice Department was investigating whether the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour broke antitrust law in fending off the LIV Golf circuit. "LIV stands with the players whom the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour has treated so poorly, but we also recognize that to be successful, we no longer need a wide array of players to be on the suit," LIV said in a statement. 
 
"We have our players' backs and will press our case in court against the&nbsp;PGA's anti-competitive behavior."

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The lawsuit also shed light on the status of fan favourite Mickelson, who took a self-imposed break in February when excerpts from an unauthorised biography revealed he had called the Saudis "scary" but was willing to look past their human rights record. According to the lawsuit, Mickelson was suspended by the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour in March for, among other alleged reasons, trying to recruit players to LIV Golf and that his appeal was denied. 
 
Mickelson applied for reinstatement in June, the lawsuit says, but that request was denied given his participation in the inaugural LIV event earlier that month.

In addition to denying Mickelson's request, the lawsuit said the golfer was forbidden from seeking reinstatement until March 2023, which was then extended until March 2024 after he played the second LIV event. Mickelson's ban was only announced in June, shortly after he teed off in the first LIV event, when the&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour announced its decision to suspend all members who joined the lucrative series and said anyone else who made the jump would face the same fate.

Hall of Famer Phil Mickelson and three other golfers dropped out of a lawsuit on Tuesday which was filed against the PGA Tour last month over its decision to suspend players who participated on the new LIV Golf circuit.

Hall of Famer Phil Mickelson and three other golfers dropped out of a lawsuit on Tuesday which was filed against the PGA Tour last month over its decision to suspend players who participated on the new LIV Golf circuit. Mickelson, who counts six major championships among his 45 career PGA Tour wins, asked to be dismissed from the lawsuit along with Talor Gooch, Ian Poulter and Hudson Swafford. The players' decision to drop out of the lawsuit comes about a month after the PGA Tour, in a bid to curb the ongoing threat posed by LIV Golf, made sweeping changes including increased purses and an earnings assurance programme. The $255 million LIV series is being bankrolled by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which critics say is a vehicle for the country to try to improve its image in the face of criticism of its human rights record. "I am focused on moving forward and extremely happy being a part of LIV, while also grateful for my time on the Tour," Mickelson said in a statement provided by LIV Golf. "I am pleased that the players on Tour are finally being heard, respected, and valued and are benefitting from the changes recently implemented. With LIV's involvement in these issues, the players' rights will be protected, and I no longer feel it is necessary for me to be part of the proceedings." Mickelson and a long list of golfers filed the lawsuit in early August over its decision to suspend players, including Mickelson, for playing on the new LIV Golf circuit. It was reported in July that the U.S. Justice Department was investigating whether the PGA Tour broke antitrust law in fending off the LIV Golf circuit. "LIV stands with the players whom the PGA Tour has treated so poorly, but we also recognize that to be successful, we no longer need a wide array of players to be on the suit," LIV said in a statement. "We have our players' backs and will press our case in court against the PGA's anti-competitive behavior." ALSO READ | Dutch cyclist Mathieu Van der Poel sentenced, fined after pleading guilty to assault of teenage girls The lawsuit also shed light on the status of fan favourite Mickelson, who took a self-imposed break in February when excerpts from an unauthorised biography revealed he had called the Saudis "scary" but was willing to look past their human rights record. According to the lawsuit, Mickelson was suspended by the PGA Tour in March for, among other alleged reasons, trying to recruit players to LIV Golf and that his appeal was denied. Mickelson applied for reinstatement in June, the lawsuit says, but that request was denied given his participation in the inaugural LIV event earlier that month. In addition to denying Mickelson's request, the lawsuit said the golfer was forbidden from seeking reinstatement until March 2023, which was then extended until March 2024 after he played the second LIV event. Mickelson's ban was only announced in June, shortly after he teed off in the first LIV event, when the PGA Tour announced its decision to suspend all members who joined the lucrative series and said anyone else who made the jump would face the same fate.

Phil Mickelson and three others pull out of LIV Golf lawsuit against PGA Tour

Mohammad Rizwan has been in sensational form for Pakistan. His recent run of form in the shortest format is exceptional. He ended as the highest run-getter in the Asia Cup, with 281 runs in six outings, and has already scored three half-centuries out of four T20Is in Pakistan's ongoing home series versus England.

Rizwan, the No. 1 T20I batter, remains one of the key players for Pakistan as the Men in Green are gearing up for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia in October-November. However, the wicketkeeper-batter made heads turn in a shocking video which has gone viral. In the viral clip, the 30-year-old was signing autographs for the Pakistan fans on caps and jerseys. Amid all this, someone threw the national flag towards him and the Pakistani opener caught hold of it and signed on it. However, he lifted the Pakistani flag with his feet towards the end of the video:

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Talking about Pakistan-England seven-match T20I series, the Karachi leg got over on Sunday (September 25) with the hosts winning the fourth encounter by three runs. Being asked to bat first, Pakistan rode on Rizwan's 88 to post 166 for 4 in 20 overs. In reply, England conceded the game despite needing only five runs off the last ten deliveries, with three wickets in hand. They were dismissed for 163 in 19.2 overs with Haris Rauf and Mohammad Nawaz accounting for three scalps each.

Mohammad Rizwan has been in sensational form for Pakistan. His recent run of form in the shortest format is exceptional. He ended as the highest run-getter in the Asia Cup, with 281 runs in six outings, and has already scored three half-centuries out of four T20Is in Pakistan's ongoing home series versus England.

Mohammad Rizwan has been in sensational form for Pakistan. His recent run of form in the shortest format is exceptional. He ended as the highest run-getter in the Asia Cup, with 281 runs in six outings, and has already scored three half-centuries out of four T20Is in Pakistan's ongoing home series versus England. Rizwan, the No. 1 T20I batter, remains one of the key players for Pakistan as the Men in Green are gearing up for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia in October-November. However, the wicketkeeper-batter made heads turn in a shocking video which has gone viral. In the viral clip, the 30-year-old was signing autographs for the Pakistan fans on caps and jerseys. Amid all this, someone threw the national flag towards him and the Pakistani opener caught hold of it and signed on it. However, he lifted the Pakistani flag with his feet towards the end of the video: ALSO READ | IND vs SA, 1st T20I: Virat Kohli only 35 runs away from leapfrogging Rohit Sharma in elite list Mohammad Rizwan raised the flag with his feet#ihaterizwan#countryfirst . . . . . Credit @khelshel pic.twitter.com/AN3LG6L5RD — Shivam Rajvanshi (@social_timepass) September 27, 2022 × ALSO READ | Pakistan don't have a finisher like India's Hardik Pandya, says former skipper Shahid Afridi Talking about Pakistan-England seven-match T20I series, the Karachi leg got over on Sunday (September 25) with the hosts winning the fourth encounter by three runs. Being asked to bat first, Pakistan rode on Rizwan's 88 to post 166 for 4 in 20 overs. In reply, England conceded the game despite needing only five runs off the last ten deliveries, with three wickets in hand. They were dismissed for 163 in 19.2 overs with Haris Rauf and Mohammad Nawaz accounting for three scalps each.

WATCH: SHOCKING! Md Rizwan lifts Pakistan flag with his feet as video goes viral

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