KL Rahul, India's vice-captain, has been out of action since end of IPL 2022. Rahul played the entire IPL 15 edition, where he led debutants Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to the playoffs, before a groin injury led to him missing the home T20Is versus South Africa and the entire England and Ireland tour. After recovering from the injury, he tested positive for Covid-19 and missed out on the ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies as well.

Thus, Rahul's last international appearance came in February 2022. Thus, the 30-year-old is facing a tough period whereas the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue are preparing hard for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in Australia, to be held in October-November. Recently, former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris shared his take on Rahul and fears that the dashing opener might not reclaim his spot so easily as his absence has led to many other players getting opportunities and making the most of their chances (such as Rishabh Pant, Suryakumar Yadav, etc.)

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“It's a different mindset for players because they don't want to be out and they don't want to be giving other players opportunities. I know India has a very good culture within its group, so it doesn't mind allowing other players opportunities all the time,” Styris said&nbsp;while speaking on Sports18’s daily sports news show ‘Sports Over The Top’.

“I know as a player myself, you never wanted to give somebody else a chance to take your spot. So with the fact that he's out injured and he's away from the team at the moment, it just means that other players are able to do what Suryakumar is doing, what Rishabh Pant is doing, getting in there, taking the chance scoring runs and really posing the selectors some questions saying, do we actually need KL Rahul?"

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“Is he going to be in good form when he comes back? He has missed a lot of cricket, a lot of question marks now present themselves just because he's been able to give other players that opportunity,” Styris&nbsp;added.

Rahul was India's leading run-getter in last year's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. He ended with 194 runs at 152.75 along with three half-centuries. Even in this year's IPL, the right-hander returned with 616 runs (second-most overall). While others have made the most of his absence, he remains a vital cog for India across formats.

Will he find it tough to regain his spot heading into the T20 WC Down Under? Only time will tell...

KL Rahul, India's vice-captain, has been out of action since end of IPL 2022. Rahul played the entire IPL 15 edition, where he led debutants Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to the playoffs, before a groin injury led to him missing the home T20Is versus South Africa and the entire England and Ireland tour.

KL Rahul, India's vice-captain, has been out of action since end of IPL 2022. Rahul played the entire IPL 15 edition, where he led debutants Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to the playoffs, before a groin injury led to him missing the home T20Is versus South Africa and the entire England and Ireland tour. After recovering from the injury, he tested positive for Covid-19 and missed out on the ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies as well. Thus, Rahul's last international appearance came in February 2022. Thus, the 30-year-old is facing a tough period whereas the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue are preparing hard for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in Australia, to be held in October-November. Recently, former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris shared his take on Rahul and fears that the dashing opener might not reclaim his spot so easily as his absence has led to many other players getting opportunities and making the most of their chances (such as Rishabh Pant, Suryakumar Yadav, etc.) ALSO READ | R Sridhar recalls MS Dhoni's 'brilliant move' ahead of Team India's 2013 Champions Trophy win “It's a different mindset for players because they don't want to be out and they don't want to be giving other players opportunities. I know India has a very good culture within its group, so it doesn't mind allowing other players opportunities all the time,” Styris said while speaking on Sports18’s daily sports news show ‘Sports Over The Top’. “I know as a player myself, you never wanted to give somebody else a chance to take your spot. So with the fact that he's out injured and he's away from the team at the moment, it just means that other players are able to do what Suryakumar is doing, what Rishabh Pant is doing, getting in there, taking the chance scoring runs and really posing the selectors some questions saying, do we actually need KL Rahul?" ALSO READ | 'I don't want to lead': BCCI treasurer reveals it was Virat Kohli's decision to leave India captaincy “Is he going to be in good form when he comes back? He has missed a lot of cricket, a lot of question marks now present themselves just because he's been able to give other players that opportunity,” Styris added. Rahul was India's leading run-getter in last year's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. He ended with 194 runs at 152.75 along with three half-centuries. Even in this year's IPL, the right-hander returned with 616 runs (second-most overall). While others have made the most of his absence, he remains a vital cog for India across formats. Will he find it tough to regain his spot heading into the T20 WC Down Under? Only time will tell...

'He has....' - Former NZ all-rounder fears for KL Rahul's comeback in Team India ahead of T20 WC

It is raining medals for India in the ongoing Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 edition, being held in Birmingham. On the seventh day of the showpiece event, i.e. on August 04 (Thursday), India have been assured of another medal courtesy of boxer Amit Panghal. Panghal advanced to the semi-final by thrashing Scottish boxer Lennon Mulligan (5-0) in the quarter-finals of the men's flyweight category event.

The 26-year-old Panghal, who was knocked out of Tokyo 2020 in the pre-quarterfinals,&nbsp;attained the win courtesy of a unanimous verdict. Getting the better of his opponent by relying on his defensive work, Panghal landed a few clean hits in the opening round. In&nbsp;the next round of the contest, the Indian boxer earned&nbsp;a 4:1 split decision in his favour. Panghal eliminated any chances of&nbsp;Mulligan's&nbsp;late comeback by virtue of his impressive footwork as the boxer ended the match&nbsp;via a unanimous verdict.

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So far, India have earned several medals in weighting and boxing. Among the other boxers, the likes of&nbsp;Nikhat Zareen (50kg), Nitu Ganghas (48kg) and Mohd Hussamudin (57kg) have also reached the semi-final stage of their respective spots. Thus, the trio&nbsp;have also&nbsp;assured Team India of more medals. The major blip has come in the form of Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain's early exit, losing her quarter-final round at Birmingham 2022. On the other hand, Ashish Kumar also faltered and lost his bout on Wednesday (August 03).&nbsp;

Talking about Panghal, the boxer will be eager to make the most of his chances in his semi-final round and hope to return with the gold medal. After the missed opportunity in Tokyo Games, he will not settle for anything apart from a top-spot finish.

It is raining medals for India in the ongoing Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 edition, being held in Birmingham. On the seventh day of the showpiece event, i.e. on August 04 (Thursday), India have been assured of another medal courtesy of boxer Amit Panghal.

It is raining medals for India in the ongoing Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 edition, being held in Birmingham. On the seventh day of the showpiece event, i.e. on August 04 (Thursday), India have been assured of another medal courtesy of boxer Amit Panghal. Panghal advanced to the semi-final by thrashing Scottish boxer Lennon Mulligan (5-0) in the quarter-finals of the men's flyweight category event. The 26-year-old Panghal, who was knocked out of Tokyo 2020 in the pre-quarterfinals, attained the win courtesy of a unanimous verdict. Getting the better of his opponent by relying on his defensive work, Panghal landed a few clean hits in the opening round. In the next round of the contest, the Indian boxer earned a 4:1 split decision in his favour. Panghal eliminated any chances of Mulligan's late comeback by virtue of his impressive footwork as the boxer ended the match via a unanimous verdict. ALSO READ | CWG 2022: Indian sprinter Hima Das reaches 200 m semifinal with top spot finish in heat So far, India have earned several medals in weighting and boxing. Among the other boxers, the likes of Nikhat Zareen (50kg), Nitu Ganghas (48kg) and Mohd Hussamudin (57kg) have also reached the semi-final stage of their respective spots. Thus, the trio have also assured Team India of more medals. The major blip has come in the form of Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain's early exit, losing her quarter-final round at Birmingham 2022. On the other hand, Ashish Kumar also faltered and lost his bout on Wednesday (August 03). Talking about Panghal, the boxer will be eager to make the most of his chances in his semi-final round and hope to return with the gold medal. After the missed opportunity in Tokyo Games, he will not settle for anything apart from a top-spot finish.

CWG 2022: Boxer Amit Panghal enters semi-final with convincing win, adds to India's medal-tally

World number one Daniil Medvedev acknowledged reaching a "nice" milestone as, playing his first tour match since June, he beat qualifier Rinky Hijikata 6-4 6-3 in Los Cabos, Mexico on Wednesday to record his 250th professional singles win.

Medvedev, who sat out Wimbledon due to an All England Club ban on Russian players, closed the match out in just over 90 minutes, with Hijikata showing resilience by saving five breakpoints over the course of the two sets. "Somebody told me this a few days ago ...otherwise I would not have known," Medvedev said of the milestone. "For sure I want more victories but that`s also nice to have 250. We`ll try to get more."

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The win also helps Medvedev get back into the hardcourt groove as he ramps up preparations for his U.S. Open title defence, with his previous match on his preferred surface having come in the Miami Open in March.

"It`s definitely not that easy to play after you stop for a while...," Medvedev said. "Sensations were not bad. I could have just broken a little bit more, but when you win, everything is fine. I have to play like this in the next matches." Medvedev next faces Lithuania`s Ricardas Berankis in the quarter-finals.

World number one Daniil Medvedev acknowledged reaching a "nice" milestone as, playing his first tour match since June, he beat qualifier Rinky Hijikata 6-4 6-3 in Los Cabos, Mexico on Wednesday to record his 250th professional singles win.

World number one Daniil Medvedev acknowledged reaching a "nice" milestone as, playing his first tour match since June, he beat qualifier Rinky Hijikata 6-4 6-3 in Los Cabos, Mexico on Wednesday to record his 250th professional singles win. Medvedev, who sat out Wimbledon due to an All England Club ban on Russian players, closed the match out in just over 90 minutes, with Hijikata showing resilience by saving five breakpoints over the course of the two sets. "Somebody told me this a few days ago ...otherwise I would not have known," Medvedev said of the milestone. "For sure I want more victories but that`s also nice to have 250. We`ll try to get more." ALSO READ | Silicon Valley Classic: Naomi Osaka makes winning return, sets up mouth-watering clash vs Coco Gauff The win also helps Medvedev get back into the hardcourt groove as he ramps up preparations for his U.S. Open title defence, with his previous match on his preferred surface having come in the Miami Open in March. "It`s definitely not that easy to play after you stop for a while...," Medvedev said. "Sensations were not bad. I could have just broken a little bit more, but when you win, everything is fine. I have to play like this in the next matches." Medvedev next faces Lithuania`s Ricardas Berankis in the quarter-finals.

World No. 1 Daniil Medvedev attains new milestone on winning return in Los Cabos

After the 2021 T20 World Cup, in the UAE, Indian cricket was at its bottom. Following India's Super 12 round exit, Virat Kohli left captaincy in the shortest format -- a decision he had already taken and announced prior to the tournament. However, what followed was total mayhem.&nbsp;

Kohli was sacked as the ODI captain before India's departure for the tour of South Africa, in early December 2021. After the three-match Test series versus the Proteas, the star batter resigned as the red-ball skipper as well. This led to many speculating that all is not well between Kohli and the BCCI. Recently, BCCI treasurer Amul Singh Dhumal told a senior journalist that it was Kohli's decision to leave captaincy altogether and the board had no role to play.

"As far as the issue of captaincy is concerned, it was his call. He decided that&nbsp;mujhe ab nahi karni hai captaincy&nbsp;(that I don’t want to captain). It is possible that someone feels it’s best to do it after the World Cup, but that is their point of view. But he wanted to quit, and it was purely his decision. And we respected it. He has contributed so much to Indian cricket that everyone in the cricket board respects him. We would like to see Virat in action on the ground," Dhumal said.

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Ever since Kohli left captaincy altogether, his form has been very poor. In the England tour, he failed to register a single half-century whereas his century-drought continues since late 2019.

In this regard, Dhumal said, "See… as far as Virat is concerned, he is not a simple player. He is a great and his contribution to Indian cricket is unparalleled. It is outstanding. So, such conversations (board is trying to sideline Kohli) keep taking place in the media and it does not affect us. We want him to return to form soon, and as far as team selection is concerned, we leave it to the selectors. It is their call as to how they want to go about it."

Kohli isn't part of India's ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies. He is expected to return for the Asia Cup 2022 edition, whose squad&nbsp;is likely to be announced on August 8.

After the 2021 T20 World Cup, in the UAE, Indian cricket was at its bottom. Following India's Super 12 round exit, Virat Kohli left captaincy in the shortest format -- a decision he had already taken and announced prior to the tournament.

After the 2021 T20 World Cup, in the UAE, Indian cricket was at its bottom. Following India's Super 12 round exit, Virat Kohli left captaincy in the shortest format -- a decision he had already taken and announced prior to the tournament. However, what followed was total mayhem. Kohli was sacked as the ODI captain before India's departure for the tour of South Africa, in early December 2021. After the three-match Test series versus the Proteas, the star batter resigned as the red-ball skipper as well. This led to many speculating that all is not well between Kohli and the BCCI. Recently, BCCI treasurer Amul Singh Dhumal told a senior journalist that it was Kohli's decision to leave captaincy altogether and the board had no role to play. "As far as the issue of captaincy is concerned, it was his call. He decided that mujhe ab nahi karni hai captaincy (that I don’t want to captain). It is possible that someone feels it’s best to do it after the World Cup, but that is their point of view. But he wanted to quit, and it was purely his decision. And we respected it. He has contributed so much to Indian cricket that everyone in the cricket board respects him. We would like to see Virat in action on the ground," Dhumal said. ALSO READ | R Sridhar recalls MS Dhoni's 'brilliant move' ahead of Team India's 2013 Champions Trophy win Ever since Kohli left captaincy altogether, his form has been very poor. In the England tour, he failed to register a single half-century whereas his century-drought continues since late 2019. In this regard, Dhumal said, "See… as far as Virat is concerned, he is not a simple player. He is a great and his contribution to Indian cricket is unparalleled. It is outstanding. So, such conversations (board is trying to sideline Kohli) keep taking place in the media and it does not affect us. We want him to return to form soon, and as far as team selection is concerned, we leave it to the selectors. It is their call as to how they want to go about it." Kohli isn't part of India's ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies. He is expected to return for the Asia Cup 2022 edition, whose squad is likely to be announced on August 8.

'I don't want to lead': BCCI treasurer reveals it was Virat Kohli's decision to leave India captaincy

Ace Indian shuttler and Olympic medalist PV Sindhu defeated Fathimath Nabaaha of Maldives in her round of 32 match to cruise into the next round of the women`s singles competition at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Thursday.

Sindhu was on fire as she swung her racquet on her way to victory within just two games. She captured the match 21-4, 21-11. The first match was extremely one-sided and Sindhu won it without breaking a sweat. The second game was better for the Maldives player, but Sindhu was even better as she took the second game by 21-11. Notably, Sindhu was the part of Indian mixed Badminton team that clinched the silver medal at CWG 2022. Indian badminton team claimed the silver medal in the mixed group match of the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Tuesday.

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Indian badminton mixed team suffered a 1-3 defeat against Malaysia and had to settle for silver. Only Sindhu managed to earn a win in the summit clash against Malaysia in the women`s singles match. At 4:00 PM today, Kidambi Srikanth will be in action against Uganda`s Daniel Wanagaliya in his men`s singles round of 32 match.

Also, the mixed duo of B Sumeeth Reddy and Ashwini Ponnappa will be in action against England. Later at 10:00 PM, Aakarshi Kashyap will be in action against Pakistan`s Mahoor Shahzad in women`s singles round of 32 match. Finally at 11:30 AM, star shuttler Lakshya Sen will be playing his men`s singles round of 32 match against Vernon Smeed of Saint Helena. The Commonwealth Games started in Birmingham from July 28 and will go on till August 8.

Ace Indian shuttler and Olympic medalist PV Sindhu defeated Fathimath Nabaaha of Maldives in her round of 32 match to cruise into the next round of the women`s singles competition at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Thursday.

Ace Indian shuttler and Olympic medalist PV Sindhu defeated Fathimath Nabaaha of Maldives in her round of 32 match to cruise into the next round of the women`s singles competition at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Thursday. Sindhu was on fire as she swung her racquet on her way to victory within just two games. She captured the match 21-4, 21-11. The first match was extremely one-sided and Sindhu won it without breaking a sweat. The second game was better for the Maldives player, but Sindhu was even better as she took the second game by 21-11. Notably, Sindhu was the part of Indian mixed Badminton team that clinched the silver medal at CWG 2022. Indian badminton team claimed the silver medal in the mixed group match of the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Tuesday. ALSO READ | CWG 2022: Indian sprinter Hima Das reaches 200 m semifinal with top spot finish in heat Indian badminton mixed team suffered a 1-3 defeat against Malaysia and had to settle for silver. Only Sindhu managed to earn a win in the summit clash against Malaysia in the women`s singles match. At 4:00 PM today, Kidambi Srikanth will be in action against Uganda`s Daniel Wanagaliya in his men`s singles round of 32 match. Also, the mixed duo of B Sumeeth Reddy and Ashwini Ponnappa will be in action against England. Later at 10:00 PM, Aakarshi Kashyap will be in action against Pakistan`s Mahoor Shahzad in women`s singles round of 32 match. Finally at 11:30 AM, star shuttler Lakshya Sen will be playing his men`s singles round of 32 match against Vernon Smeed of Saint Helena. The Commonwealth Games started in Birmingham from July 28 and will go on till August 8.

CWG 2022: PV Sindhu storms into women's singles pre-quarterfinals with easy win

Ace Indian sprinter Hima Das qualified for the semifinal of the women`s 200 m event following her top spot finish in heat two of round one at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Thursday. Das was extremely fast in the race as she clocked timings of 23.42 seconds to book her ticket to the semifinal. At the second was Zambia`s Rhoda Njobvu, who clocked 23.85 seconds.

The third position was occupied by Uganda`s Jacent Nyamahunge, who finished the race with timings of 24.07 seconds. The first three athletes of five in the heat qualified for the semifinal. Notably, in Athletics, Tejaswin Shankar won India its first-ever medal in the men`s high jump event at the Commonwealth Games in its 2022 edition in Birmingham on Wednesday. India`s Shankar started with a successful jump of 2.10m in his first attempt. Shankar took a smooth jump as he cleared the 2.15m hurdle with complete ease on his first attempt. Shankar executed the 2.19m jump in an emphatic fashion.

Throughout the game, Shankar did not find any difficulty getting over the bar once again with a 2.22m jump on his first attempt itself. However, the Indian high jumper failed to get over the bar on his first attempt in the 2.25m hurdle and in his second attempt too. He decided to give 2.25m third attempt a miss and went straight for 2.28m but failed to clear it. With the failed attempts he had to settle for the bronze medal at the Birmingham 2022. Sarita Romit Singh and Manju Bala are currently in action in the Group A qualification round of Hammer Throw.

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From 12:12 AM, Murali Sreeshankar and Muhammed Anees will represent India in the long jump final. Indian athletes Murali Sreeshankar and Muhammed Anees Yahiya have made it to the finals of the men`s long jump event after landing in the top three in the qualification rounds of their respective groups at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Tuesday. In his group A qualification round, Sreeshankar made a jump of 8.05 m in his first attempt. This was all the Indian needed to reach the final. He was at the top of the leaderboard from the get-go and nobody could outdo him. At the second position was Laquan Nairan of Bahamas with best jump of 7.90 m. Jovan van Vuuren of South Africa was in the third position with the best jump of 7.87 m.

The top eight athletes from the group qualified for the finals. In the Group B qualification round, Anees was also off to a good start, making a jump of 7.49 m in his first attempt. He made a jump of 7.68 m in his second attempt and another 7.49 m in his third attempt, finishing with the best of 7.68 m. He finished third in his group, next to Emanuel Archibald of Guyana who had the best jump of 7.83 m in his first attempt. At the second was Christopher Mitrevski of Australia, who pulled off the best jump of 7.76 m. Anees finished and qualified for the final as the 8th-best jumper. A total of 12 athletes qualified for the final.

Ace Indian sprinter Hima Das qualified for the semifinal of the women`s 200 m event following her top spot finish in heat two of round one at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Thursday.

Ace Indian sprinter Hima Das qualified for the semifinal of the women`s 200 m event following her top spot finish in heat two of round one at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Thursday. Das was extremely fast in the race as she clocked timings of 23.42 seconds to book her ticket to the semifinal. At the second was Zambia`s Rhoda Njobvu, who clocked 23.85 seconds. The third position was occupied by Uganda`s Jacent Nyamahunge, who finished the race with timings of 24.07 seconds. The first three athletes of five in the heat qualified for the semifinal. Notably, in Athletics, Tejaswin Shankar won India its first-ever medal in the men`s high jump event at the Commonwealth Games in its 2022 edition in Birmingham on Wednesday. India`s Shankar started with a successful jump of 2.10m in his first attempt. Shankar took a smooth jump as he cleared the 2.15m hurdle with complete ease on his first attempt. Shankar executed the 2.19m jump in an emphatic fashion. Throughout the game, Shankar did not find any difficulty getting over the bar once again with a 2.22m jump on his first attempt itself. However, the Indian high jumper failed to get over the bar on his first attempt in the 2.25m hurdle and in his second attempt too. He decided to give 2.25m third attempt a miss and went straight for 2.28m but failed to clear it. With the failed attempts he had to settle for the bronze medal at the Birmingham 2022. Sarita Romit Singh and Manju Bala are currently in action in the Group A qualification round of Hammer Throw. ALSO READ | Saurav Ghosal creates history, becomes 1st Indian squash player to win a singles medal in CWG From 12:12 AM, Murali Sreeshankar and Muhammed Anees will represent India in the long jump final. Indian athletes Murali Sreeshankar and Muhammed Anees Yahiya have made it to the finals of the men`s long jump event after landing in the top three in the qualification rounds of their respective groups at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Tuesday. In his group A qualification round, Sreeshankar made a jump of 8.05 m in his first attempt. This was all the Indian needed to reach the final. He was at the top of the leaderboard from the get-go and nobody could outdo him. At the second position was Laquan Nairan of Bahamas with best jump of 7.90 m. Jovan van Vuuren of South Africa was in the third position with the best jump of 7.87 m. The top eight athletes from the group qualified for the finals. In the Group B qualification round, Anees was also off to a good start, making a jump of 7.49 m in his first attempt. He made a jump of 7.68 m in his second attempt and another 7.49 m in his third attempt, finishing with the best of 7.68 m. He finished third in his group, next to Emanuel Archibald of Guyana who had the best jump of 7.83 m in his first attempt. At the second was Christopher Mitrevski of Australia, who pulled off the best jump of 7.76 m. Anees finished and qualified for the final as the 8th-best jumper. A total of 12 athletes qualified for the final.

CWG 2022: Indian sprinter Hima Das reaches 200 m semifinal with top spot finish in heat

The mystery regarding Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Manchester United continues to get complicated ahead of the new EPL season. Ahead of Man United's Premier League opener, where they face Brighton on August 07 (Sunday), it is being reported that the new manager Erik Ten Hag is set to bench Ronaldo from the playing XI.&nbsp;

So far, Ronaldo missed the Red Devils' pre-season tour of Bangkok and Australia -- citing personal reasons -- and only made a 45-minute appearance&nbsp;against Rayo Vallecano. His early exit from the game has not impressed the new manager, who is set to snub the star striker from Man Utd's season-opener (as per a report in The Sun).

Ten Hag is reportedly keen to go ahead with the front three in the form of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial. Thus, Ronaldo's omission will certainly make heads turn especially at a time when the 37-year-old isn't too keen to continue at the club. If this happens, this might&nbsp;push him further towards an exit.

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Recently, in an interview with Dutch outlet Viaplay Sport Nederland, Erik opined on Ronaldo leaving the game before the final whistle. He said in this regard, "It is not a good look to leave early when you have been involved in the squad. It is different if you are up in the stands and not involved."

“You would expect someone who has played in the game to be in the changing rooms at the end to listen to the manager’s thoughts. Also a lot of people were there to see him and he was not even involved in the clapping of the fans after the final whistle,” Ten Hag added, further&nbsp;criticising Ronaldo.

It is clear that all is not well between Erik and Ronaldo and the two aren't on the same page as yet.&nbsp;

The mystery regarding Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Manchester United continues to get complicated ahead of the new EPL season. Ahead of Man United's Premier League opener, where they face Brighton on August 07 (Sunday), it is being reported that the new manager Erik Ten Hag is set to bench Ronaldo from the playing XI.

The mystery regarding Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Manchester United continues to get complicated ahead of the new EPL season. Ahead of Man United's Premier League opener, where they face Brighton on August 07 (Sunday), it is being reported that the new manager Erik Ten Hag is set to bench Ronaldo from the playing XI. So far, Ronaldo missed the Red Devils' pre-season tour of Bangkok and Australia -- citing personal reasons -- and only made a 45-minute appearance against Rayo Vallecano. His early exit from the game has not impressed the new manager, who is set to snub the star striker from Man Utd's season-opener (as per a report in The Sun). Ten Hag is reportedly keen to go ahead with the front three in the form of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial. Thus, Ronaldo's omission will certainly make heads turn especially at a time when the 37-year-old isn't too keen to continue at the club. If this happens, this might push him further towards an exit. ALSO READ | 'It's unacceptable': Man Utd boss Erik Ten Hag slams Cristiano Ronaldo for leaving game before final whistle Recently, in an interview with Dutch outlet Viaplay Sport Nederland, Erik opined on Ronaldo leaving the game before the final whistle. He said in this regard, "It is not a good look to leave early when you have been involved in the squad. It is different if you are up in the stands and not involved." “You would expect someone who has played in the game to be in the changing rooms at the end to listen to the manager’s thoughts. Also a lot of people were there to see him and he was not even involved in the clapping of the fans after the final whistle,” Ten Hag added, further criticising Ronaldo. It is clear that all is not well between Erik and Ronaldo and the two aren't on the same page as yet.

Cristiano Ronaldo to be benched by Erik Ten Hag for Man United's Premier League opener: Report

Team India is preparing hard for the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, which will be held in Australia from October-November. Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. are finalising their squad and have a new headache, i.e. to finalise their opening slot with captain Rohit set to be one of the openers.&nbsp;

In regular vice-captain KL Rahul's absence, India have tried the likes of Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rishabh Pant and Suryakumar Yadav at the top. In the England T20Is, Pant accompanied Rohit whereas SKY is currently opening the Indian innings with Hitman in the ongoing West Indies T20Is, in the Caribbean island.&nbsp;

While the opening combination is still to be finalised, former Indian fielding coach R Sridhar recalled MS Dhoni's brilliant move where the then captain zeroed in on his two opening batters ahead of India's unbeaten run in 2013 Champions Trophy.&nbsp;

"There was one decision made by Dhoni in 2013 Champions Trophy to send Rohit to open. Dinesh (Karthik) was batting so well in the practice games but Rohit had to play... so the management then, mostly captain Dhoni, found a spot for Rohit at the top of the order. That was a brilliant move," Sridhar told cricket.com.

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Dhoni's move wasn't only limited to the Champions Trophy. Rohit became one of the most successful white-ball openers and continues to don the role to date; speaking volumes of the former keeper-batter's master move.&nbsp;

Coming to the T20 WC, to be held in Australia later this year, Rohit-Rahul Dravid-led team management still have over two months to finalise their squad for the mega event.&nbsp;

Interestingly, India's last ICC title triumph came in 2013 Champions Trophy, in England and Wales. Thus, Rohit &amp; Co. will be desperate to break their nine-year-long ICC-trophy drought&nbsp;

Team India is preparing hard for the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, which will be held in Australia from October-November. Rohit Sharma & Co. are finalising their squad and have a new headache, i.

Team India is preparing hard for the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, which will be held in Australia from October-November. Rohit Sharma & Co. are finalising their squad and have a new headache, i.e. to finalise their opening slot with captain Rohit set to be one of the openers. In regular vice-captain KL Rahul's absence, India have tried the likes of Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rishabh Pant and Suryakumar Yadav at the top. In the England T20Is, Pant accompanied Rohit whereas SKY is currently opening the Indian innings with Hitman in the ongoing West Indies T20Is, in the Caribbean island. While the opening combination is still to be finalised, former Indian fielding coach R Sridhar recalled MS Dhoni's brilliant move where the then captain zeroed in on his two opening batters ahead of India's unbeaten run in 2013 Champions Trophy. "There was one decision made by Dhoni in 2013 Champions Trophy to send Rohit to open. Dinesh (Karthik) was batting so well in the practice games but Rohit had to play... so the management then, mostly captain Dhoni, found a spot for Rohit at the top of the order. That was a brilliant move," Sridhar told cricket.com. ALSO READ | Hardik Pandya likely to pip KL Rahul to be named India's vice-captain for T20 World Cup 2022 - Report Dhoni's move wasn't only limited to the Champions Trophy. Rohit became one of the most successful white-ball openers and continues to don the role to date; speaking volumes of the former keeper-batter's master move. Coming to the T20 WC, to be held in Australia later this year, Rohit-Rahul Dravid-led team management still have over two months to finalise their squad for the mega event. Interestingly, India's last ICC title triumph came in 2013 Champions Trophy, in England and Wales. Thus, Rohit & Co. will be desperate to break their nine-year-long ICC-trophy drought

R Sridhar recalls MS Dhoni's 'brilliant move' ahead of Team India's 2013 Champions Trophy win

Manpreet Singh-led Indian men's hockey team will once again be in action in the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 edition, in Birmingham on Thursday (August 04). After mauling Ghana 11-0, ending a 4-4 battle versus England and thrashing Canada 8-0, India have almost certain to reach the semi-finals.&nbsp;

However, India will not like to take Wales for granted and let their guard off. They will eye another big win to storm into the semi-finals. Even a draw will be more than enough for India to enter the top 4, with their goal difference being at 19 -- 11 higher than England. Here's everything to know about the live streaming details of the face-off:

When will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022&nbsp;clash kickoff?

The India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022&nbsp;match will commence at 6:30 PM IST&nbsp;on Thursday (August 04).

Where will&nbsp;India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022&nbsp;be played?

The India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 clash will take place&nbsp;in Birmingham, England

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Where will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match be telecast&nbsp;on TV in India?

India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match's&nbsp;telecast will be on Sony Sports Network.

Where will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match's live streaming take place&nbsp;in the country?

The India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match&nbsp;will be available for&nbsp;live streaming&nbsp;on Sony Liv.

Manpreet Singh-led Indian men's hockey team will once again be in action in the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 edition, in Birmingham on Thursday (August 04). After mauling Ghana 11-0, ending a 4-4 battle versus England and thrashing Canada 8-0, India have almost certain to reach the semi-finals.

Manpreet Singh-led Indian men's hockey team will once again be in action in the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 edition, in Birmingham on Thursday (August 04). After mauling Ghana 11-0, ending a 4-4 battle versus England and thrashing Canada 8-0, India have almost certain to reach the semi-finals. However, India will not like to take Wales for granted and let their guard off. They will eye another big win to storm into the semi-finals. Even a draw will be more than enough for India to enter the top 4, with their goal difference being at 19 -- 11 higher than England. Here's everything to know about the live streaming details of the face-off: When will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 clash kickoff? The India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match will commence at 6:30 PM IST on Thursday (August 04). Where will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 be played? The India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 clash will take place in Birmingham, England ALSO READ | CWG 2022, badminton singles round live streaming: When and where to watch PV Sindhu & Co.'s matches? Where will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match be telecast on TV in India? India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match's telecast will be on Sony Sports Network. Where will India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match's live streaming take place in the country? The India vs Wales Men's Hockey CWG 2022 match will be available for live streaming on Sony Liv.

India vs Wales live streaming: When and where to watch CWG 2022 men's hockey clash in India?

Not a lot of times do we see a political figure being part of a marquee sporting event such as the Commonwealth Games. In the ongoing CWG 2022 edition, being held in Birmingham, the story so far of the mega event has been the Premier of Niue competing at the Games.&nbsp;

Dalton Tagelagi is a Premier of Niue --&nbsp;a tiny island nation in the South Pacific comprising a population of about 1800 people -- and participated in the lawn bowls at the CWG'22 edition. Here's everything to know about the 54-year-old:

Premier Tagelagi occupies the highest office in the land of Niue. For the unversed, about&nbsp;three weeks ago he was rubbing shoulders with Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese in Fiji at the Pacific Islands Forum before shifting focus at CWG'22 and stunning one and all with his participation and overall presence. Interestingly, he is&nbsp;also a mad South Sydney Rabbitohs supporter.

Tagelagi is an inspiration to many, on how to multitask and manage&nbsp;vastly different things at one time. While he has a lot to deal with Covid cases on the rise in the small land of Niue, he has managed to take out time and be with Niue's small lawn bowls' squad -- which also comprises his 14-year-old son&nbsp;Tukala. On his presence at the Games, Tagelagi made it clear that&nbsp;he is on annual leave.&nbsp;

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“I came here for a two-week break. This is the first time I’ve had a break since I became leader,” Tagelagi said as per a report in the Sydney Morning Herald. “I used the chance to bring the young fella here and give him that experience at high-level sport.

“We have a little bit of an issue with our community in terms of an outbreak of about 20 [COVID-19 cases]. They’re managing it well. I still keep an eye on what’s happening back home. It keeps me busy. I’m going back to the polls next year. Three weeks ago I was with your prime minister in Fiji. I’ve been away from home for six or seven weeks now. I’m going to Australia in September for meetings in Brisbane," he revealed.

An inspirational figure, Tagelagi is&nbsp;a soft-spoken man who has been in government&nbsp;since 2008. He&nbsp;was sworn in as Niue’s premier in June 2020. Thus, this is surely one of the greatest untold stories of the ongoign CWG, where one gets to know more about several athletes' inspirational journeys.

Not a lot of times do we see a political figure being part of a marquee sporting event such as the Commonwealth Games. In the ongoing CWG 2022 edition, being held in Birmingham, the story so far of the mega event has been the Premier of Niue competing at the Games.

Not a lot of times do we see a political figure being part of a marquee sporting event such as the Commonwealth Games. In the ongoing CWG 2022 edition, being held in Birmingham, the story so far of the mega event has been the Premier of Niue competing at the Games. Dalton Tagelagi is a Premier of Niue -- a tiny island nation in the South Pacific comprising a population of about 1800 people -- and participated in the lawn bowls at the CWG'22 edition. Here's everything to know about the 54-year-old: Premier Tagelagi occupies the highest office in the land of Niue. For the unversed, about three weeks ago he was rubbing shoulders with Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese in Fiji at the Pacific Islands Forum before shifting focus at CWG'22 and stunning one and all with his participation and overall presence. Interestingly, he is also a mad South Sydney Rabbitohs supporter. Tagelagi is an inspiration to many, on how to multitask and manage vastly different things at one time. While he has a lot to deal with Covid cases on the rise in the small land of Niue, he has managed to take out time and be with Niue's small lawn bowls' squad -- which also comprises his 14-year-old son Tukala. On his presence at the Games, Tagelagi made it clear that he is on annual leave. ALSO READ | CWG 2022, badminton singles round live streaming: When and where to watch PV Sindhu & Co.'s matches? “I came here for a two-week break. This is the first time I’ve had a break since I became leader,” Tagelagi said as per a report in the Sydney Morning Herald. “I used the chance to bring the young fella here and give him that experience at high-level sport. “We have a little bit of an issue with our community in terms of an outbreak of about 20 [COVID-19 cases]. They’re managing it well. I still keep an eye on what’s happening back home. It keeps me busy. I’m going back to the polls next year. Three weeks ago I was with your prime minister in Fiji. I’ve been away from home for six or seven weeks now. I’m going to Australia in September for meetings in Brisbane," he revealed. An inspirational figure, Tagelagi is a soft-spoken man who has been in government since 2008. He was sworn in as Niue’s premier in June 2020. Thus, this is surely one of the greatest untold stories of the ongoign CWG, where one gets to know more about several athletes' inspirational journeys.

Dalton Tagelagi: Everything to know about Premier of Niue who is bowling in Commonwealth Games

Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team will be back in action on the 22-yard cricket strip in the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 edition on Wednesday (August 03). After facing a three-wicket defeat at the hands of Australia in their opening clash, Harmanpreet &amp; Co. bounced back in style and romped past arch-rivals Pakistan by eight wickets.

Thus, the Women in Blue will return to action and face Barbados, who defeated Pakistan, in their upcoming match. This is a virtual knockout between both sides and the winner will go through to the semi-finals along with Australia. On the other hand, if rain plays spoilsport then India will proceed ahead due to a higher NRR post the Pakistan win.

Here's everything to know about the India-Barbados CWG 2022 match live streaming details:

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indias-fixtures-at-cwg22-on-aug-3-harmanpreet-co-in-action-vs-barbados-weightlifters-eye-more-medals-503129">India's fixtures at CWG'22 on Aug 3: Harmanpreet &amp; Co. in action vs Barbados, weightlifters eye more medals</a>

When will the India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match start?

The match between India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women in the CWG 2022 edition will commence at at 10:30 PM IST on Wednesday, August 3.

Where will the India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match be played?

The India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match will be held&nbsp;at&nbsp;Edgbaston, Birmingham.

Which TV channels will broadcast the India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match?

The India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match&nbsp;will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network in India.&nbsp;

How to watch the live streaming of the India&nbsp;women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match?

Fans can catch the live streaming of the clash on&nbsp;Sony Liv app.

Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team will be back in action on the 22-yard cricket strip in the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 edition on Wednesday (August 03).

Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team will be back in action on the 22-yard cricket strip in the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022 edition on Wednesday (August 03). After facing a three-wicket defeat at the hands of Australia in their opening clash, Harmanpreet & Co. bounced back in style and romped past arch-rivals Pakistan by eight wickets. Thus, the Women in Blue will return to action and face Barbados, who defeated Pakistan, in their upcoming match. This is a virtual knockout between both sides and the winner will go through to the semi-finals along with Australia. On the other hand, if rain plays spoilsport then India will proceed ahead due to a higher NRR post the Pakistan win. Here's everything to know about the India-Barbados CWG 2022 match live streaming details: ALSO READ | India's fixtures at CWG'22 on Aug 3: Harmanpreet & Co. in action vs Barbados, weightlifters eye more medals When will the India women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match start? The match between India women vs Barbados women in the CWG 2022 edition will commence at at 10:30 PM IST on Wednesday, August 3. Where will the India women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match be played? The India women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match will be held at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Which TV channels will broadcast the India women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match? The India women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network in India. How to watch the live streaming of the India women vs Barbados women CWG 2022 match? Fans can catch the live streaming of the clash on Sony Liv app.

IND-W vs BAR-W, CWG 2022 live streaming: When and where to watch India vs Barbados match online?

Four-time major winner Naomi Osaka returned to action for the first time since May with a 6-4 3-6 6-1 win over Zheng Qinwen at the Silicon Valley Classic on Tuesday, setting up a mouth-watering clash against teenage American Coco Gauff.

Japan`s Osaka suffered a left Achilles injury in the lead-up to the French Open, where she lost in the opening round before pulling out of Wimbledon. The former world number one has her father back as coach after splitting with Wim Fissette and showed she has regained full fitness during her victory at the WTA 500 event in San Jose, California.

"My best friends are from here. So I`ve been to the campus and been to the class, on the side. I kind of feel like a local," Osaka, who has currently slipped down to 41 in the rankings, said on court. "It`s good to be back playing, I haven`t played since May. I didn`t realise that but somebody told me."

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Next up for Osaka, who won the U.S. Open in 2018 and 2020, will be 18-year-old Gauff, who moved into the second round with a 6-1 6-0 thrashing of Ukraine`s Anhelina Kalinina. "What`s always impressed me about Coco is her mentality," Osaka, 24, said. "When I was her age, I would find myself getting frustrated and I would show it. I just think it`s really cool how she`s able to stay really neutral all the time.

"She`s been on the Tour for a while and I think people don`t know that because of how young she is. She`s improving every year, so I think there`s a lot that she`s learning and it`s only a matter of time before she wins a Slam." Gauff is ranked 11th in the world and made her maiden Grand Slam final in Paris this year. 
"Either way, win or lose, I think that the match is going to be great," the American said. 
"She`s such a champion, on and off the court, so I guess those are the type of people that you want to play, and I look forward to playing those matches."

Four-time major winner Naomi Osaka returned to action for the first time since May with a 6-4 3-6 6-1 win over Zheng Qinwen at the Silicon Valley Classic on Tuesday, setting up a mouth-watering clash against teenage American Coco Gauff.

Four-time major winner Naomi Osaka returned to action for the first time since May with a 6-4 3-6 6-1 win over Zheng Qinwen at the Silicon Valley Classic on Tuesday, setting up a mouth-watering clash against teenage American Coco Gauff. Japan`s Osaka suffered a left Achilles injury in the lead-up to the French Open, where she lost in the opening round before pulling out of Wimbledon. The former world number one has her father back as coach after splitting with Wim Fissette and showed she has regained full fitness during her victory at the WTA 500 event in San Jose, California. "My best friends are from here. So I`ve been to the campus and been to the class, on the side. I kind of feel like a local," Osaka, who has currently slipped down to 41 in the rankings, said on court. "It`s good to be back playing, I haven`t played since May. I didn`t realise that but somebody told me." ALSO READ | Legendary Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully passes away at 94 Next up for Osaka, who won the U.S. Open in 2018 and 2020, will be 18-year-old Gauff, who moved into the second round with a 6-1 6-0 thrashing of Ukraine`s Anhelina Kalinina. "What`s always impressed me about Coco is her mentality," Osaka, 24, said. "When I was her age, I would find myself getting frustrated and I would show it. I just think it`s really cool how she`s able to stay really neutral all the time. "She`s been on the Tour for a while and I think people don`t know that because of how young she is. She`s improving every year, so I think there`s a lot that she`s learning and it`s only a matter of time before she wins a Slam." Gauff is ranked 11th in the world and made her maiden Grand Slam final in Paris this year. "Either way, win or lose, I think that the match is going to be great," the American said. "She`s such a champion, on and off the court, so I guess those are the type of people that you want to play, and I look forward to playing those matches."

Silicon Valley Classic: Naomi Osaka makes winning return, sets up mouth-watering clash vs Coco Gauff

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