India were on a roll versus England in the three-match ODI series opener on Tuesday (July 12), winning the game by ten wickets with less than 50 overs being played overall. Rohit Sharma-led India opted to bowl first and bundled out Jos Buttler &amp; Co. for 110, their lowest ODI score versus the Men in Blue, as Jasprit Bumrah wreaked havoc with 6 for 19.&nbsp;

Later, Rohit (58-ball 76 not out) and Shikhar Dhawan's sedate 31 completed the formalities for India, scripting an easy win over the two-time ODI world champions as they go 1-0 up in the series. After the clash, former England captain Michael Vaughan lavished huge praise on Rohit &amp; Co., whom he believes should be on a roll and win all major titles in the coming years given their skillsets and talented players.

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"Conditions will be different in a year and a half's time (for the ODI World Cup) but India have just got to get on a roll in white-ball cricket. They've just got the build that momentum, they've done that in the T20 series in the manner that they've played. We talk about aggression, they were aggressive with the ball today, and they were aggressive in the field. That's what you've got to do when you've things going in your favour, you've got to blow teams away. England are an outstanding team, so that should give India a lot of confidence. I've said before, this Indian one-day team for long haven't gotten close to winning anything for a long period of time. They should be there or there about every single Champions Trophy, T20 World Cup, and ODI World Cup," Vaughan said on Cricbuzz.

"This Indian group of white-ball experts that have been built on the back of IPL, should be pushing all the way in all conditions world. Not just at home next year. They should be able to arrive in Australia in a few months' time as one of the clear favourites to win that tournament. They've certainly got enough skill," he added.

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For the unversed, India have not won an ICC title since 2013. Last year, India bowed out of the 2021 T20 World Cup in the group stage and, hence, will be eager to turn the tides this time around and go onto win the coveted title; ending their nine-year-long ICC-title drought.

India were on a roll versus England in the three-match ODI series opener on Tuesday (July 12), winning the game by ten wickets with less than 50 overs being played overall.

India were on a roll versus England in the three-match ODI series opener on Tuesday (July 12), winning the game by ten wickets with less than 50 overs being played overall. Rohit Sharma-led India opted to bowl first and bundled out Jos Buttler & Co. for 110, their lowest ODI score versus the Men in Blue, as Jasprit Bumrah wreaked havoc with 6 for 19. Later, Rohit (58-ball 76 not out) and Shikhar Dhawan's sedate 31 completed the formalities for India, scripting an easy win over the two-time ODI world champions as they go 1-0 up in the series. After the clash, former England captain Michael Vaughan lavished huge praise on Rohit & Co., whom he believes should be on a roll and win all major titles in the coming years given their skillsets and talented players. ALSO READ | Jasprit Bumrah reclaims top spot among bowlers in ICC ODI Rankings after 6/19 vs England "Conditions will be different in a year and a half's time (for the ODI World Cup) but India have just got to get on a roll in white-ball cricket. They've just got the build that momentum, they've done that in the T20 series in the manner that they've played. We talk about aggression, they were aggressive with the ball today, and they were aggressive in the field. That's what you've got to do when you've things going in your favour, you've got to blow teams away. England are an outstanding team, so that should give India a lot of confidence. I've said before, this Indian one-day team for long haven't gotten close to winning anything for a long period of time. They should be there or there about every single Champions Trophy, T20 World Cup, and ODI World Cup," Vaughan said on Cricbuzz. "This Indian group of white-ball experts that have been built on the back of IPL, should be pushing all the way in all conditions world. Not just at home next year. They should be able to arrive in Australia in a few months' time as one of the clear favourites to win that tournament. They've certainly got enough skill," he added. ALSO READ | ENG vs IND: After missing series opener, Virat Kohli likely to skip 2nd ODI with injury concerns - Report For the unversed, India have not won an ICC title since 2013. Last year, India bowed out of the 2021 T20 World Cup in the group stage and, hence, will be eager to turn the tides this time around and go onto win the coveted title; ending their nine-year-long ICC-title drought.

Team India should win all ODI, T20I World Cups, and Champions Trophy: Michael Vaughan lauds Rohit & Co.

Jasprit Bumrah has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the latest ICC Men's ODI Rankings for bowlers following his splendid show for Team India in their mammoth ten-wicket win over England in the three-match&nbsp;series opener, held on Tuesday (July 12) at The Oval, London.

Bumrah returned with his best-ever ODI bowling figures, taking 6 for 19 (second five-fer in the format overall), and also ended with the best-ever bowling spell in the format by an Indian in England. With this, he has reclaimed the top spot, which he had lost to New Zealand pacer Trent Boult in early 2020. He has been at the numero uno position for as many as 730 days, most by an Indian, ninth-most overall.

Along with Bumrah, Md Shami (3 for 31), Rohit Sharma (58-ball 76 not out) and Shikhar Dhawan (31* off 54 balls) also stood tall for India in their ten-wicket hammering of England. Thus, Shami has also progressed three slots to reach the joint-23rd position, with teammate Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Rohit has, meanwhile, closed the gap with third-ranked Virat Kohli in the batting chart, with only one rating point separating the two, as Dhawan&nbsp;inched up one slot to 12th position.

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After his Player-of-the-Match performance, Bumrah said at the post-match presentation, "When there's swing and seam movement, it is very exciting in white-ball cricket to get that opportunity because you have to be defensive with the kind of pitches we usually get. When I bowled the first ball, I found some swing and we tried to exploit that. When it doesn't swing, I have to pull my lengths back. When the ball is doing something you don't have to try a lot. When the wicket is flat your accuracy is tested. It is a good place to be when the ball is swinging. As soon as Shami bowled the first over, we had a conversation to go fuller. Very happy for him, he gets a lot of wickets. I told him when he beats the bat, that there would be days when he'd run through the side. When the ball is moving around, the keeper and the cordon is very active. Very happy that Rishabh has been working hard on his keeping as well as his batting."

Meanwhile, Indian captain,&nbsp;Rohit stated, "Looking at the overhead conditions and the pitch, the toss was a right call to make. We used the conditions upfront really well. We never worry about the conditions because we have got the guys who can just come out and use those conditions. There was some swing and seam upfront and we exploited them well. When you play in such conditions, you have to understand the assistance and have field placements accordingly. We knew our bowlers could swing the ball both ways and hence had that kind of field."

In the ODI Rankings for teams, India are at the third spot, below top-ranked New Zealand and second-positioned England.

Jasprit Bumrah has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the latest ICC Men's ODI Rankings for bowlers following his splendid show for Team India in their mammoth ten-wicket win over England in the three-match series opener, held on Tuesday (July 12) at The Oval, London.

Jasprit Bumrah has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the latest ICC Men's ODI Rankings for bowlers following his splendid show for Team India in their mammoth ten-wicket win over England in the three-match series opener, held on Tuesday (July 12) at The Oval, London. Bumrah returned with his best-ever ODI bowling figures, taking 6 for 19 (second five-fer in the format overall), and also ended with the best-ever bowling spell in the format by an Indian in England. With this, he has reclaimed the top spot, which he had lost to New Zealand pacer Trent Boult in early 2020. He has been at the numero uno position for as many as 730 days, most by an Indian, ninth-most overall. Along with Bumrah, Md Shami (3 for 31), Rohit Sharma (58-ball 76 not out) and Shikhar Dhawan (31* off 54 balls) also stood tall for India in their ten-wicket hammering of England. Thus, Shami has also progressed three slots to reach the joint-23rd position, with teammate Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Rohit has, meanwhile, closed the gap with third-ranked Virat Kohli in the batting chart, with only one rating point separating the two, as Dhawan inched up one slot to 12th position. ALSO READ | ENG vs IND: After missing series opener, Virat Kohli likely to skip 2nd ODI with injury concerns - Report After his Player-of-the-Match performance, Bumrah said at the post-match presentation, "When there's swing and seam movement, it is very exciting in white-ball cricket to get that opportunity because you have to be defensive with the kind of pitches we usually get. When I bowled the first ball, I found some swing and we tried to exploit that. When it doesn't swing, I have to pull my lengths back. When the ball is doing something you don't have to try a lot. When the wicket is flat your accuracy is tested. It is a good place to be when the ball is swinging. As soon as Shami bowled the first over, we had a conversation to go fuller. Very happy for him, he gets a lot of wickets. I told him when he beats the bat, that there would be days when he'd run through the side. When the ball is moving around, the keeper and the cordon is very active. Very happy that Rishabh has been working hard on his keeping as well as his batting." Meanwhile, Indian captain, Rohit stated, "Looking at the overhead conditions and the pitch, the toss was a right call to make. We used the conditions upfront really well. We never worry about the conditions because we have got the guys who can just come out and use those conditions. There was some swing and seam upfront and we exploited them well. When you play in such conditions, you have to understand the assistance and have field placements accordingly. We knew our bowlers could swing the ball both ways and hence had that kind of field." In the ODI Rankings for teams, India are at the third spot, below top-ranked New Zealand and second-positioned England.

Jasprit Bumrah reclaims top spot among bowlers in ICC ODI Rankings after 6/19 vs England

Rohit Sharma-led India demolished England by ten wickets to win the 1st ODI, of the three-match series, at The Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). India were on top from the word go, after opting to bowl first, as Jasprit Bumrah's 6 for 19 rattled England for a paltry 110 in 25.2&nbsp;overs, and later captain Rohit's 58-ball 76 not out propelled India to a mammoth ten-wicket win, in 18.4&nbsp;overs.

While everything clicked for India, the Indian cricket fans missed Virat Kohli who was out of action due to a groin injury.&nbsp;As per a report in&nbsp;ANI, the 33-year-old Kohli&nbsp;is yet to recover from the injury. Thus, he can be ruled out of the second and the penultimate ODI&nbsp;as well. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) hasn't made an official announcement&nbsp;yet, and&nbsp;the board is likely to wait till the last moment before releasing an official statement. Even in the ODI series opener, the board&nbsp;waited until the toss to confirm Kohli's unavailability.&nbsp;

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Kohli's absence, thus, remains a huge blow for the Indian team. For the unversed, the former Indian captain hasn't played a 50-over game since the national side's three-match ODI series versus West Indies, held early this year. The home series was also India's last in the format as the focus has primarily been on the shortest format&nbsp;with the T20 World Cup to be held later this year, in Australia.

Kohli has so far had a forgettable tour of England, with scores of 11, 20, 1 and 11 in the Edgbaston Test and last two T20Is, respectively. He will, thus, be eager to sign off with a big score in the third ODI, provided&nbsp;he misses&nbsp;the second match and finally regains fitness before the tour finale.

Rohit Sharma-led India demolished England by ten wickets to win the 1st ODI, of the three-match series, at The Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). India were on top from the word go, after opting to bowl first, as Jasprit Bumrah's 6 for 19 rattled England for a paltry 110 in 25.

Rohit Sharma-led India demolished England by ten wickets to win the 1st ODI, of the three-match series, at The Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). India were on top from the word go, after opting to bowl first, as Jasprit Bumrah's 6 for 19 rattled England for a paltry 110 in 25.2 overs, and later captain Rohit's 58-ball 76 not out propelled India to a mammoth ten-wicket win, in 18.4 overs. While everything clicked for India, the Indian cricket fans missed Virat Kohli who was out of action due to a groin injury. As per a report in ANI, the 33-year-old Kohli is yet to recover from the injury. Thus, he can be ruled out of the second and the penultimate ODI as well. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) hasn't made an official announcement yet, and the board is likely to wait till the last moment before releasing an official statement. Even in the ODI series opener, the board waited until the toss to confirm Kohli's unavailability. ALSO READ | Bharat Army's epic response wins the internet after Barmy Army claims Virat Kohli was dropped for 1st ODI Kohli's absence, thus, remains a huge blow for the Indian team. For the unversed, the former Indian captain hasn't played a 50-over game since the national side's three-match ODI series versus West Indies, held early this year. The home series was also India's last in the format as the focus has primarily been on the shortest format with the T20 World Cup to be held later this year, in Australia. Kohli has so far had a forgettable tour of England, with scores of 11, 20, 1 and 11 in the Edgbaston Test and last two T20Is, respectively. He will, thus, be eager to sign off with a big score in the third ODI, provided he misses the second match and finally regains fitness before the tour finale.

ENG vs IND: After missing series opener, Virat Kohli likely to skip 2nd ODI with injury concerns - Report

South Africa have withdrawn from the one-day international series with Australia in January after host board Cricket Australia (CA) was unable to accommodate a request to reschedule. Cricket South Africa (CSA) had asked to shift the series, which was scheduled for Hobart (Jan. 12), Sydney (Jan. 14) and Perth (Jan. 17), as it clashes with their new domestic Twenty20 competition.

"Unfortunately, due to the congested international schedule including the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, there are no alternative dates available," CA said in a statement on Wednesday. CA said South Africa had agreed that Australia would be awarded the competition points, pending approval from the International Cricket Council.

"CSA offered four options (for new dates). Unfortunately, and to our disappointment, none of these were acceptable to Cricket Australia," CSA Chief Executive Officer Pholetsi Moseki said in a statement on Wednesday. "As difficult as this decision has been, the long-term sustainability of our new T20 League is reliant on having all our domestic players available."

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South Africa`s forfeit could affect their chances of qualifying directly for next year's one-day World Cup in India. The Proteas are 11th in the World Cup Super League standings, with only the top seven teams apart from hosts India to qualify directly for the 10-team tournament.

"We are confident that our in-form Proteas team will garner the requisite points through the remaining games to secure automatic qualification," Moseki said. South Africa`s test team are scheduled to tour Australia for a three-match series starting in Brisbane on Dec. 17.

Australia pulled out of their test tour of South Africa last year citing heath risks amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a decision greeted by disappointment and frustration by Cricket South Africa.

South Africa have withdrawn from the one-day international series with Australia in January after host board Cricket Australia (CA) was unable to accommodate a request to reschedule.

South Africa have withdrawn from the one-day international series with Australia in January after host board Cricket Australia (CA) was unable to accommodate a request to reschedule. Cricket South Africa (CSA) had asked to shift the series, which was scheduled for Hobart (Jan. 12), Sydney (Jan. 14) and Perth (Jan. 17), as it clashes with their new domestic Twenty20 competition. "Unfortunately, due to the congested international schedule including the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, there are no alternative dates available," CA said in a statement on Wednesday. CA said South Africa had agreed that Australia would be awarded the competition points, pending approval from the International Cricket Council. "CSA offered four options (for new dates). Unfortunately, and to our disappointment, none of these were acceptable to Cricket Australia," CSA Chief Executive Officer Pholetsi Moseki said in a statement on Wednesday. "As difficult as this decision has been, the long-term sustainability of our new T20 League is reliant on having all our domestic players available." ALSO READ | Ukraine hopeful of ICC membership for game to survive in war-torn country South Africa`s forfeit could affect their chances of qualifying directly for next year's one-day World Cup in India. The Proteas are 11th in the World Cup Super League standings, with only the top seven teams apart from hosts India to qualify directly for the 10-team tournament. "We are confident that our in-form Proteas team will garner the requisite points through the remaining games to secure automatic qualification," Moseki said. South Africa`s test team are scheduled to tour Australia for a three-match series starting in Brisbane on Dec. 17. Australia pulled out of their test tour of South Africa last year citing heath risks amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a decision greeted by disappointment and frustration by Cricket South Africa.

South Africa pull out of Australia ODI series, putting 2023 World Cup qualification in a fix

The chief executive of Ukraine's cricket board says it "ticks all the boxes" to become an associate member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and that the game would not survive if it was denied entry. Ukraine is expected to get second-tier membership at the governing body`s board meeting this month, entitling the war-torn country to Twenty20 International status and funds from the ICC, which has earmarked $30.8 million for its 96 associate members this year.

The Ukraine Cricket Federation (UCF) has been organising cricket for the last two decades and has a pool of 15,000 students, most of them Indian, at the senior level. Its chief executive Kobus Olivier told Reuters it met all the ICC requirements before Russia invaded.

"We ticked all the boxes on Feb. 24 when the war started," he said. "I have so much belief in this process ... and I am absolutely confident Ukraine will be an associate member of the ICC." Olivier, a South African, said the ICC should take note of how the EU "fast-tracked" Ukraine`s candidate status to join the bloc, saying it set a "very good precedent".

UCF President Hardeep Singh has made arrangements for national team players to train in India while Olivier set up base in Zagreb after fleeing Kyiv. He is effectively running the UCF`s junior and women cricket programmes from Zagreb and engaging refugees, mostly mothers and children, in cricket-in-the-park sessions three days a week.

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"These refugee mothers are actually going to make the Ukrainian national team in a couple of years," said Olivier, whose own escape from Kyiv, along with his four pet dogs, is the subject of a documentary. 
Olivier is also planning to host a `Ukrainian Freedom Cup` in Zagreb next month with teams from Serbia, Slovenia, Hungary and Czech Republic. If the ICC rejects its membership application the consequences for the game in Ukraine would be dire, Olivier said.

"It will be the end of cricket in Ukraine," he said. The Lord`s Taverners, a British charity, and the MCC Foundation, the charity arm of cricket`s lawmakers, have given support to the UCF but sponsorship funds have dried up.

ICC membership would make the UCF eligible for government funding and could attract new sponsors. 
"It will be a snowball effect," said Olivier.

The chief executive of Ukraine's cricket board says it "ticks all the boxes" to become an associate member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and that the game would not survive if it was denied entry.

The chief executive of Ukraine's cricket board says it "ticks all the boxes" to become an associate member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and that the game would not survive if it was denied entry. Ukraine is expected to get second-tier membership at the governing body`s board meeting this month, entitling the war-torn country to Twenty20 International status and funds from the ICC, which has earmarked $30.8 million for its 96 associate members this year. The Ukraine Cricket Federation (UCF) has been organising cricket for the last two decades and has a pool of 15,000 students, most of them Indian, at the senior level. Its chief executive Kobus Olivier told Reuters it met all the ICC requirements before Russia invaded. "We ticked all the boxes on Feb. 24 when the war started," he said. "I have so much belief in this process ... and I am absolutely confident Ukraine will be an associate member of the ICC." Olivier, a South African, said the ICC should take note of how the EU "fast-tracked" Ukraine`s candidate status to join the bloc, saying it set a "very good precedent". UCF President Hardeep Singh has made arrangements for national team players to train in India while Olivier set up base in Zagreb after fleeing Kyiv. He is effectively running the UCF`s junior and women cricket programmes from Zagreb and engaging refugees, mostly mothers and children, in cricket-in-the-park sessions three days a week. ALSO READ | Bharat Army's epic response wins the internet after Barmy Army claims Virat Kohli was dropped for 1st ODI "These refugee mothers are actually going to make the Ukrainian national team in a couple of years," said Olivier, whose own escape from Kyiv, along with his four pet dogs, is the subject of a documentary. Olivier is also planning to host a `Ukrainian Freedom Cup` in Zagreb next month with teams from Serbia, Slovenia, Hungary and Czech Republic. If the ICC rejects its membership application the consequences for the game in Ukraine would be dire, Olivier said. "It will be the end of cricket in Ukraine," he said. The Lord`s Taverners, a British charity, and the MCC Foundation, the charity arm of cricket`s lawmakers, have given support to the UCF but sponsorship funds have dried up. ICC membership would make the UCF eligible for government funding and could attract new sponsors. "It will be a snowball effect," said Olivier.

Cricket: Ukraine hopeful of ICC membership for game to survive in war-torn country

Rohit Sharma had a memorable outing in the first ODI between India and England, at The Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). Rohit didn't put a foot wrong as he won the toss and asked Jos Buttler-led England to bowl first.&nbsp;

Riding on Jasprit Bumrah's 6 for 19, India dismissed England for a paltry 110 in 25.2 overs and later rode on skipper Rohit's 58-ball 76, studded with 6 fours and 5 sixes, to take India to a mammoth ten-wicket win. During the series opener, Rohit also broke a plethora of records.&nbsp;

250 ODI sixes: Rohit became the first-ever Indian to go past the 250-sixes mark in the format during the series opener at the Kennington Oval, London.&nbsp;

Most 50-plus ODI scores by a visiting batter in England:&nbsp;Following his unbeaten knock, Rohit also achieved the record of hitting most ODI fifties among visiting batters in England. He has seven hundreds and equal number of fifties in the format in&nbsp;England.

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Most 50+ scores as an opener: Rohit now&nbsp;has the most 50+ scores&nbsp;(60) in the first 145 innings as an ODI opener, going past Hashim Amla (56) and Shikhar Dhawan (52).

Most ODI sixes in last 5 years: Rohit, who hit 5 sixes in the first ODI,&nbsp;strengthened his lead at the top of the list of batters with maximum ODI&nbsp;sixes&nbsp;in the last 5 years. Hitman (126) is followed by Chris Gayle (93) and Jonny Bairstow (79) in the elite list.

After the easy win for India, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "Looking at the overhead conditions and the pitch, the toss was a right call to make. We used the conditions upfront really well. We never worry about the conditions because we have got the guys who can just come out and use those conditions. There was some swing and seam upfront and we exploited them well. When you play in such conditions, you have to understand the assistance and have field placements accordingly. We knew our bowlers could swing the ball both ways and hence had that kind of field."

Rohit Sharma had a memorable outing in the first ODI between India and England, at The Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). Rohit didn't put a foot wrong as he won the toss and asked Jos Buttler-led England to bowl first.

Rohit Sharma had a memorable outing in the first ODI between India and England, at The Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). Rohit didn't put a foot wrong as he won the toss and asked Jos Buttler-led England to bowl first. Riding on Jasprit Bumrah's 6 for 19, India dismissed England for a paltry 110 in 25.2 overs and later rode on skipper Rohit's 58-ball 76, studded with 6 fours and 5 sixes, to take India to a mammoth ten-wicket win. During the series opener, Rohit also broke a plethora of records. 250 ODI sixes: Rohit became the first-ever Indian to go past the 250-sixes mark in the format during the series opener at the Kennington Oval, London. Most 50-plus ODI scores by a visiting batter in England: Following his unbeaten knock, Rohit also achieved the record of hitting most ODI fifties among visiting batters in England. He has seven hundreds and equal number of fifties in the format in England. ALSO READ | ENG vs IND, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma's mammoth six hits young spectator, halts play briefly - WATCH Most 50+ scores as an opener: Rohit now has the most 50+ scores (60) in the first 145 innings as an ODI opener, going past Hashim Amla (56) and Shikhar Dhawan (52). Most ODI sixes in last 5 years: Rohit, who hit 5 sixes in the first ODI, strengthened his lead at the top of the list of batters with maximum ODI sixes in the last 5 years. Hitman (126) is followed by Chris Gayle (93) and Jonny Bairstow (79) in the elite list. After the easy win for India, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "Looking at the overhead conditions and the pitch, the toss was a right call to make. We used the conditions upfront really well. We never worry about the conditions because we have got the guys who can just come out and use those conditions. There was some swing and seam upfront and we exploited them well. When you play in such conditions, you have to understand the assistance and have field placements accordingly. We knew our bowlers could swing the ball both ways and hence had that kind of field."

ENG vs IND: Hitman on a roll! Rohit Sharma breaks plethora of records in 1st ODI

Manchester United remains the most successful English Premier League (EPL) team, having won the elite championship for most&nbsp;times (20). Nonetheless, they have struggled to move past the Sir Alex Ferguson era and have been a pale shadow of themselves, especially in the last few&nbsp;seasons.

In the last EPL season, Man United brought back Cristiano Ronaldo and assembled a star-studded line-up, however, still finished sixth and missed out&nbsp;on champions league football for 2022-23. With the upcoming edition to kick off soon, the new manager Erik ten Hag has a lot riding on his shoulders to turn the fortunes of the premier club. On Tuesday (July 12), Ronaldo-less United locked horns with Liverpool in what was an&nbsp;exhibition football match, held at the&nbsp;Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok.&nbsp;

Amid all this, Wion's Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo caught hold of Andy Cole -- one of the all-time greats of EPL and Man United legend -- ahead&nbsp;of the friendly encounter between the Red Devils and Liverpool. The two spoke on what needs to be done for the most successful team to get back to its usual standards.

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Cole -- who is the third-highest goal-scorer of all-time (187) in Premier League&nbsp;history -- ended with 121 goals in 275 appearances for United. He was part of the team's treble-winning season, where he formed a lethal partnership with Dwight Yorke. Thus, the 50-year-old&nbsp;said, "There is always pressure on Man United manager. Man United needs to close the gap with man City and Liverpool.&nbsp;Last season was disappointing. But now, there is a new manager, new ideas and, hence, players need to look forward to&nbsp;progressing ahead. It's crazy we thinking like that cause first we used to look at winning, however,&nbsp;now we look to qualifying (for the champions league).

Man United finished sixth in the 2021/22 season&nbsp;and, thus, missed out on champions league football for 2022-23. Cole -- who has won a solitary CL title and five league titles with the Red Devils -- wants the forthcoming EPL season to be 'about progression of the club' and has his 'fingers crossed' for the same along with several other ardent fans of the Harry Maguire-led line-up.&nbsp;

Talking about the friendly tie between United and Liverpool, the former romped past their opposition in 4-0 with Jadon Sancho, Fred, Anthony Martial and Facundo Pellistri being the goal-scorers.

United will now begin their campaign in the upcoming EPL season against Brighton on August 7.&nbsp;How far will the Red Devils go in EPL 2022/23 season? Only time will tell...

Manchester United remains the most successful English Premier League (EPL) team, having won the elite championship for most times (20). Nonetheless, they have struggled to move past the Sir Alex Ferguson era and have been a pale shadow of themselves, especially in the last few seasons.

Manchester United remains the most successful English Premier League (EPL) team, having won the elite championship for most times (20). Nonetheless, they have struggled to move past the Sir Alex Ferguson era and have been a pale shadow of themselves, especially in the last few seasons. In the last EPL season, Man United brought back Cristiano Ronaldo and assembled a star-studded line-up, however, still finished sixth and missed out on champions league football for 2022-23. With the upcoming edition to kick off soon, the new manager Erik ten Hag has a lot riding on his shoulders to turn the fortunes of the premier club. On Tuesday (July 12), Ronaldo-less United locked horns with Liverpool in what was an exhibition football match, held at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok. Amid all this, Wion's Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo caught hold of Andy Cole -- one of the all-time greats of EPL and Man United legend -- ahead of the friendly encounter between the Red Devils and Liverpool. The two spoke on what needs to be done for the most successful team to get back to its usual standards. ALSO READ | Exclusive! He is a leader: Bryan Robson backs Ten Hag's decision to retain Harry Maguire as Man Utd captain Cole -- who is the third-highest goal-scorer of all-time (187) in Premier League history -- ended with 121 goals in 275 appearances for United. He was part of the team's treble-winning season, where he formed a lethal partnership with Dwight Yorke. Thus, the 50-year-old said, "There is always pressure on Man United manager. Man United needs to close the gap with man City and Liverpool. Last season was disappointing. But now, there is a new manager, new ideas and, hence, players need to look forward to progressing ahead. It's crazy we thinking like that cause first we used to look at winning, however, now we look to qualifying (for the champions league). Man United finished sixth in the 2021/22 season and, thus, missed out on champions league football for 2022-23. Cole -- who has won a solitary CL title and five league titles with the Red Devils -- wants the forthcoming EPL season to be 'about progression of the club' and has his 'fingers crossed' for the same along with several other ardent fans of the Harry Maguire-led line-up. Talking about the friendly tie between United and Liverpool, the former romped past their opposition in 4-0 with Jadon Sancho, Fred, Anthony Martial and Facundo Pellistri being the goal-scorers. United will now begin their campaign in the upcoming EPL season against Brighton on August 7. How far will the Red Devils go in EPL 2022/23 season? Only time will tell...

Exclusive: Need to close the gap with Man City and Liverpool, says Man United's legend Andy Cole

There is no iota of doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are part of the all-time best footballers' club. The two superstars continue to make wakes and heads turn from time to time&nbsp;with their presence and overall abilities. While Ronaldo and Messi are considered in the same bracket, although many feel one is slightly better than the other, Real Madrid's former defender Cicinho has made an interesting remark.

Cicinho feels Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) striker Neymar is no less than Ronaldo and Messi. In a recent interaction, the 42-year-old lavished praise on his compatriot and told Jovem Pan Esportes, "Neymar is as good as Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi, if not better."

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Neymar shifted base from Barcelona to PSG in 2017. While many thought he would&nbsp;spearhead the French club's pursuit of the UEFA Champions League title, not much has gone his way representing the French club. So far, the 30-year-old Brazilian has made as many as 144 appearances for the Ligue 1 side, scoring 100 goals along with 60 assists. However, his goals, assists, and overall presence haven't helped the side win the elusive UEFA Champions League title, which was very much why he was roped in by the club in the first place.

As per many reports, it is believed that Neymar has been put up for sale by PSG in this summer transfer. While nothing concrete has come out, rumours have linked him with a possible move to Premier League clubs such as Chelsea and Manchester United. Nonetheless, the suspense regarding Neymar's future at PSG continues and the picture will get clear&nbsp;in the coming weeks.&nbsp;
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There is no iota of doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are part of the all-time best footballers' club. The two superstars continue to make wakes and heads turn from time to time with their presence and overall abilities.

There is no iota of doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are part of the all-time best footballers' club. The two superstars continue to make wakes and heads turn from time to time with their presence and overall abilities. While Ronaldo and Messi are considered in the same bracket, although many feel one is slightly better than the other, Real Madrid's former defender Cicinho has made an interesting remark. Cicinho feels Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) striker Neymar is no less than Ronaldo and Messi. In a recent interaction, the 42-year-old lavished praise on his compatriot and told Jovem Pan Esportes, "Neymar is as good as Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi, if not better." ALSO READ | Bizarre! Man City boss Pep Guardiola chased by a fan on bike for a selfie, video goes viral - WATCH Neymar shifted base from Barcelona to PSG in 2017. While many thought he would spearhead the French club's pursuit of the UEFA Champions League title, not much has gone his way representing the French club. So far, the 30-year-old Brazilian has made as many as 144 appearances for the Ligue 1 side, scoring 100 goals along with 60 assists. However, his goals, assists, and overall presence haven't helped the side win the elusive UEFA Champions League title, which was very much why he was roped in by the club in the first place. As per many reports, it is believed that Neymar has been put up for sale by PSG in this summer transfer. While nothing concrete has come out, rumours have linked him with a possible move to Premier League clubs such as Chelsea and Manchester United. Nonetheless, the suspense regarding Neymar's future at PSG continues and the picture will get clear in the coming weeks.

'Neymar as good as Cristiano Ronaldo & Messi, if not better - Ex-Real Madrid defender makes big claim

Americans Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau will be among the early starters when the 150th British Open gets underway at St Andrews on Thursday. Six-times major champion Mickelson tees off at 0730 local time (0630 GMT), two groups ahead of DeChambeau, the long-hitting 2020 U.S. Open winner who will play with 56-year-old fellow American John Daly, the Open champion at St Andrews in 1995. Defending champion Collin Morikawa goes out with world number two Rory McIlroy and in-form American Xander Schauffele.

"I am the defending champ, but we`re at a different golf course. We`re at a course I`ve never been to," Morikawa said. "Even though my week is filled with a couple of extra media obligations doesn`t mean by Thursday morning I`ll not be ready. Through two days (here) so far I`ve done a pretty good job of figuring out what I`m going to do."

McIlroy, 33, won the British Open and the U.S. PGA Championship in 2014 to move on to fourth major titles, but he has not added to that haul since. "I`ve only played one Open here before," McIlroy told reporters on Tuesday. "I`m playing well. I`m in good form. My confidence in my game is as high as it`s been in quite a while.

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"I can`t go in here thinking that this might be my time. I just have to go out and play a really good tournament. I`ve got to string four good rounds together."

Tiger Woods, twice Open champion at St Andrews, begins his bid for a 16th major title at 1459 GMT alongside Briton Matthew Fitzpatrick who won this year`s U.S. Open. World number one Scottie Scheffler will play with Chile`s Joaquin Niemann and Briton Tyrrell Hatton while 2017 Open champion Jordan Spieth is also among the later starters in a group including world number three Jon Rahm of Spain. 
Italian Francesco Molinari, the 2018 Open champion, is among the early starters alongside Britons Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood.

Scotland`s Paul Lawrie, the 1999 Open champion, will have the honour of hitting the first ball of the tournament at 0635 local time. "It`s always nice to hit the opening shot," Lawrie said. "Looking forward to it. It`s a huge week, a big milestone. The more you think about it, it`s a nice thing to be asked to do at the 150th Open."

Americans Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau will be among the early starters when the 150th British Open gets underway at St Andrews on Thursday. Six-times major champion Mickelson tees off at 0730 local time (0630 GMT), two groups ahead of DeChambeau, the long-hitting 2020 U.

Americans Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau will be among the early starters when the 150th British Open gets underway at St Andrews on Thursday. Six-times major champion Mickelson tees off at 0730 local time (0630 GMT), two groups ahead of DeChambeau, the long-hitting 2020 U.S. Open winner who will play with 56-year-old fellow American John Daly, the Open champion at St Andrews in 1995. Defending champion Collin Morikawa goes out with world number two Rory McIlroy and in-form American Xander Schauffele. "I am the defending champ, but we`re at a different golf course. We`re at a course I`ve never been to," Morikawa said. "Even though my week is filled with a couple of extra media obligations doesn`t mean by Thursday morning I`ll not be ready. Through two days (here) so far I`ve done a pretty good job of figuring out what I`m going to do." McIlroy, 33, won the British Open and the U.S. PGA Championship in 2014 to move on to fourth major titles, but he has not added to that haul since. "I`ve only played one Open here before," McIlroy told reporters on Tuesday. "I`m playing well. I`m in good form. My confidence in my game is as high as it`s been in quite a while. ALSO READ | 'As long as you fulfil criteria...' Westwood feels LIV Golf Series participants should be allowed in Ryder Cup "I can`t go in here thinking that this might be my time. I just have to go out and play a really good tournament. I`ve got to string four good rounds together." Tiger Woods, twice Open champion at St Andrews, begins his bid for a 16th major title at 1459 GMT alongside Briton Matthew Fitzpatrick who won this year`s U.S. Open. World number one Scottie Scheffler will play with Chile`s Joaquin Niemann and Briton Tyrrell Hatton while 2017 Open champion Jordan Spieth is also among the later starters in a group including world number three Jon Rahm of Spain. Italian Francesco Molinari, the 2018 Open champion, is among the early starters alongside Britons Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood. Scotland`s Paul Lawrie, the 1999 Open champion, will have the honour of hitting the first ball of the tournament at 0635 local time. "It`s always nice to hit the opening shot," Lawrie said. "Looking forward to it. It`s a huge week, a big milestone. The more you think about it, it`s a nice thing to be asked to do at the 150th Open."

Americans Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau among early starters for British Open

Rohit Sharma-led India have squared off against England in the three-match ODI series opener at Kennington Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). After winning the three T20Is, 2-1, Rohit &amp; Co. won the toss and had no hesitancy in bowling first with conditions favourable for swing and seam on a green surface.

In quick time, England was 26 for 5 and got dismissed for a paltry 110 in 25.2 overs -- dismissed for their lowest ever score in ODIs against the Men in Blue. All the Indian pacers wreaked havoc but Jasprit Bumrah made the maximum noise with pace and movement to return with his best-ever bowling figures in the format, i.e. 6 for 19 (second five-fer overall). In addition, Bumrah scripted history by ending with the best-ever ODI bowling figures by an Indian&nbsp;in England.&nbsp;

Best ODI figures in England 
7/36 Waqar Younis Pak v Eng Leeds 2001 
7/51 Winston Davis WI v Aus Leeds 1983 
6/14 Gary Gilmour Aus v Eng Leeds 1975 
6/19 Jasprit Bumrah Ind v Eng The Oval 2022

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Bumrah joined the six-wickets club among Indians,&nbsp;including the likes of&nbsp;Stuart Binny, Anil Kumble, Ashish Nehra and Co.&nbsp;Overall, he now has the third-best bowling figures by an Indian in the 50-over format overall.

Best ODI figures for India 
6/4 Stuart Binny v Ban Mirpur 2014 
6/12 Anil Kumble v WI Kolkata 1993 
6/19 Jasprit Bumrah v Eng The Oval 2022 
6/23 Ashish Nehra v Eng Durban 2003 
6/25 Kuldeep Yadav v Eng Nottingham 2018

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While Bumrah returned with a six-fer, Mohammed Shami returned with 3 for 31 whereas Prasidh Krishna also chipped in with a wicket. None of the English batters looked comfortable in the middle with skipper Jos Buttler (30), Moeen Ali (14), David Willey (21) and&nbsp;Brydon Carse (15) being the only four crossing the double digits. Meanwhile, as many as four&nbsp;batters were dismissed for a duck.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma-led India have squared off against England in the three-match ODI series opener at Kennington Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). After winning the three T20Is, 2-1, Rohit & Co.

Rohit Sharma-led India have squared off against England in the three-match ODI series opener at Kennington Oval, London on Tuesday (July 12). After winning the three T20Is, 2-1, Rohit & Co. won the toss and had no hesitancy in bowling first with conditions favourable for swing and seam on a green surface. In quick time, England was 26 for 5 and got dismissed for a paltry 110 in 25.2 overs -- dismissed for their lowest ever score in ODIs against the Men in Blue. All the Indian pacers wreaked havoc but Jasprit Bumrah made the maximum noise with pace and movement to return with his best-ever bowling figures in the format, i.e. 6 for 19 (second five-fer overall). In addition, Bumrah scripted history by ending with the best-ever ODI bowling figures by an Indian in England. Best ODI figures in England 7/36 Waqar Younis Pak v Eng Leeds 2001 7/51 Winston Davis WI v Aus Leeds 1983 6/14 Gary Gilmour Aus v Eng Leeds 1975 6/19 Jasprit Bumrah Ind v Eng The Oval 2022 ALSO READ | 'Go back to domestic cricket...' - Former India stumper gives his take amid Virat Kohli's form struggles Bumrah joined the six-wickets club among Indians, including the likes of Stuart Binny, Anil Kumble, Ashish Nehra and Co. Overall, he now has the third-best bowling figures by an Indian in the 50-over format overall. Best ODI figures for India 6/4 Stuart Binny v Ban Mirpur 2014 6/12 Anil Kumble v WI Kolkata 1993 6/19 Jasprit Bumrah v Eng The Oval 2022 6/23 Ashish Nehra v Eng Durban 2003 6/25 Kuldeep Yadav v Eng Nottingham 2018 ALSO READ | 'Tell me any company whose CEO or MD get so much off' - Sunil Gavaskar opines on BCCI's 'rest' policy While Bumrah returned with a six-fer, Mohammed Shami returned with 3 for 31 whereas Prasidh Krishna also chipped in with a wicket. None of the English batters looked comfortable in the middle with skipper Jos Buttler (30), Moeen Ali (14), David Willey (21) and Brydon Carse (15) being the only four crossing the double digits. Meanwhile, as many as four batters were dismissed for a duck.

ENG vs IND: Jasprit Bumrah wreaks havoc, achieves massive feat by an Indian bowler in 1st ODI

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola encountered a bizarre incident recently. For the unversed, Guardiola is in Manchester before the premier club leaves for&nbsp;the United States for a pre-season tour where they will lock horns with&nbsp;the Mexican side Club America followed by Bayern Munich prior to&nbsp;a Community Shield face-off with Liverpool on July 30.

Ahead of City's upcoming assignments, Pep was seen having some lone time and enjoying his bicycle ride on the streets of Manchester before an ardent fan of his interrupted him in the most bizarre way possible. The fan chased him for a selfie and recorded the whole incident on a video while on a bike.&nbsp;

The video was uploaded on TikTok where the fan was&nbsp;saying, "Aye Pep, let me get a picture bro! Yo! My man's smokin' off, yo! Aye Pep! Yo, nah nah you man need to see this! Oh my god!"

At first, Guardiola was taken aback and didn't stop. After the fan finally managed to get hold of Pep and stopped him for a picture, the Man City boss wasn't too happy and didn't even entertain his follower's request for a selfie.&nbsp; "Yo Pep! Let me get a picture, why you running off bro, let me get a picture bro!" said the fan. "Let me get a picture, I just want a picture! I just want a picture, yo my g!," the fan told&nbsp;Guardiola after stopping&nbsp;his bike.

Here's the viral video which has been doing the rounds on social media platforms:

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Man City is gearing up for the new EPL season, where they will open their campaign against West Ham on August 7. Ahead of the season, City made some excellent signings, with Erling Haaland's inclusion making most noise.&nbsp;

"Signed a five-year deal so we have to start there. In the end, I just had the feeling in my stomach, the feeling with the way they play, everything, I had the feeling for City. I played against them last year and when you meet it is completely different to the TV. I didn’t touch the ball for 25 minutes and it is like, '(Ilkay) Gundogan please stop playing tiki-taka'. It is a different level how they play and that is what I want to be a part of", Erling&nbsp;was quoted as saying by&nbsp;Sportsbible.
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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola encountered a bizarre incident recently. For the unversed, Guardiola is in Manchester before the premier club leaves for the United States for a pre-season tour where they will lock horns with the Mexican side Club America followed by Bayern Munich prior to a Community Shield face-off with Liverpool on July 30.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola encountered a bizarre incident recently. For the unversed, Guardiola is in Manchester before the premier club leaves for the United States for a pre-season tour where they will lock horns with the Mexican side Club America followed by Bayern Munich prior to a Community Shield face-off with Liverpool on July 30. Ahead of City's upcoming assignments, Pep was seen having some lone time and enjoying his bicycle ride on the streets of Manchester before an ardent fan of his interrupted him in the most bizarre way possible. The fan chased him for a selfie and recorded the whole incident on a video while on a bike. The video was uploaded on TikTok where the fan was saying, "Aye Pep, let me get a picture bro! Yo! My man's smokin' off, yo! Aye Pep! Yo, nah nah you man need to see this! Oh my god!" At first, Guardiola was taken aback and didn't stop. After the fan finally managed to get hold of Pep and stopped him for a picture, the Man City boss wasn't too happy and didn't even entertain his follower's request for a selfie. "Yo Pep! Let me get a picture, why you running off bro, let me get a picture bro!" said the fan. "Let me get a picture, I just want a picture! I just want a picture, yo my g!," the fan told Guardiola after stopping his bike. Here's the viral video which has been doing the rounds on social media platforms: Man scared Pep Guardiola 😂pic.twitter.com/K9nJY6i7AE — Eric Njiru (@EricNjiiru) July 11, 2022 × ALSO READ | Exclusive! He is a leader: Bryan Robson backs Ten Hag's decision to retain Harry Maguire as Man Utd captain Man City is gearing up for the new EPL season, where they will open their campaign against West Ham on August 7. Ahead of the season, City made some excellent signings, with Erling Haaland's inclusion making most noise. "Signed a five-year deal so we have to start there. In the end, I just had the feeling in my stomach, the feeling with the way they play, everything, I had the feeling for City. I played against them last year and when you meet it is completely different to the TV. I didn’t touch the ball for 25 minutes and it is like, '(Ilkay) Gundogan please stop playing tiki-taka'. It is a different level how they play and that is what I want to be a part of", Erling was quoted as saying by Sportsbible.

Bizarre! Man City boss Pep Guardiola chased by a fan on bike for a selfie, video goes viral - WATCH

Roger Federer hasn't played any Grand Slam since his quarter-final loss at the hands of&nbsp;Hubert Hurkacz in Wimbledon 2021 edition. Since then, many reports suggested that retirement is on the cards for the Swiss maestro.&nbsp;

While that hasn't happened yet, Federer hasn't played any further. The 40-year-old remains a fan favourite but many believe that retirement is on cards for the Swiss player. Since the early 2000s, Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have given plenty to cheer for the fans and while the Big Three is set to fade away sooner than later, fans and experts are still not ready to hear the retirement news of any of the trio (Nadal is battling with injury concerns whereas Federer is hardly seen on the court, although Djokovic is sure to continue for a longer period). Nonetheless, Federer has dropped a bomb and hinted at retirement during a recent chat.

Speaking to the Dutch newspaper, Algemeen Dagblad, Federer said,&nbsp;"I am a winner lover, but if you're not competitive anymore, then it's better to stop. I don't think I need the tennis. I am happy with the little things, like when my son does something right and when my daughter comes home with a good grade.

"Tennis is part of, but not my entire identity. I want to be and remain successful, and put a lot of energy into business - probably give more than I should sometimes, but that can also be done outside of sports. I know a professional career can't last forever and that's okay," he added.

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"It's nice to have a break from that now, and for them too, although they miss the travelling. We have friends all over the world and have developed routines for them as well. We haven't seen our friends in New York and Melbourne for a few years now. But I can honestly say that I am very happy at home. And that it is a great advantage that I can now make an appointment for a Tuesday morning in three weeks. And that I can actually do it without reality overtaking me."

“At times we miss travelling the world, and of course I also miss the sport, but also feel: life at home in a, let's say, normal way, is also good," Federer concluded.

Federer's non-participation since over a year has seen him drop out of the ATP rankings for the first time in 25 years. Hence, the end of run for the Swiss maestro from the court is certainly nearing. As of now, the veteran player has 20 Grand Slam titles, one less than Djokovic and two behind Rafael Nadal's tally (22).

Roger Federer hasn't played any Grand Slam since his quarter-final loss at the hands of Hubert Hurkacz in Wimbledon 2021 edition. Since then, many reports suggested that retirement is on the cards for the Swiss maestro.

Roger Federer hasn't played any Grand Slam since his quarter-final loss at the hands of Hubert Hurkacz in Wimbledon 2021 edition. Since then, many reports suggested that retirement is on the cards for the Swiss maestro. While that hasn't happened yet, Federer hasn't played any further. The 40-year-old remains a fan favourite but many believe that retirement is on cards for the Swiss player. Since the early 2000s, Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have given plenty to cheer for the fans and while the Big Three is set to fade away sooner than later, fans and experts are still not ready to hear the retirement news of any of the trio (Nadal is battling with injury concerns whereas Federer is hardly seen on the court, although Djokovic is sure to continue for a longer period). Nonetheless, Federer has dropped a bomb and hinted at retirement during a recent chat. Speaking to the Dutch newspaper, Algemeen Dagblad, Federer said, "I am a winner lover, but if you're not competitive anymore, then it's better to stop. I don't think I need the tennis. I am happy with the little things, like when my son does something right and when my daughter comes home with a good grade. "Tennis is part of, but not my entire identity. I want to be and remain successful, and put a lot of energy into business - probably give more than I should sometimes, but that can also be done outside of sports. I know a professional career can't last forever and that's okay," he added. ALSO READ | WATCH: 'Don't drop it' - Prince William tells his son as Novak Djokovic gives him Wimbledon trophy "It's nice to have a break from that now, and for them too, although they miss the travelling. We have friends all over the world and have developed routines for them as well. We haven't seen our friends in New York and Melbourne for a few years now. But I can honestly say that I am very happy at home. And that it is a great advantage that I can now make an appointment for a Tuesday morning in three weeks. And that I can actually do it without reality overtaking me." “At times we miss travelling the world, and of course I also miss the sport, but also feel: life at home in a, let's say, normal way, is also good," Federer concluded. Federer's non-participation since over a year has seen him drop out of the ATP rankings for the first time in 25 years. Hence, the end of run for the Swiss maestro from the court is certainly nearing. As of now, the veteran player has 20 Grand Slam titles, one less than Djokovic and two behind Rafael Nadal's tally (22).

'Don't think I need....' - Roger Federer hints at calling it quits after skipping Wimbledon 2022

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