Liverpool on Tuesday night kept the pressure on Premier League leaders Manchester City after the Reds claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. With this win, Liverpool are now level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table. Despite going behind early on, Jurgen Klopp`s side triumphed at Villa Park thanks to goals from Joel Matip and Sadio Mane and are now on 86 points having played a match more than City.

All eyes will now be on Man City to see how they respond during their trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday night. If they manage to claim a fourth straight league win, they will restore their three-point advantage at the top of the table with both title rivals having two matches left to play.In fact, City will play twice before Liverpool are in league action again, with an away fixture at seventh-placed West Ham United looming for the champions on Sunday.

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Liverpool take on Chelsea in the FA Cup Final on Saturday before resuming their Premier League programme at Southampton on Tuesday, 17 May. There will be midfield concerns for Klopp for the final matches of the campaign as Fabinho was forced off on the 30-minute mark at Villa Park because of injury.

Liverpool on Tuesday night kept the pressure on Premier League leaders Manchester City after the Reds claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. With this win, Liverpool are now level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.

Liverpool on Tuesday night kept the pressure on Premier League leaders Manchester City after the Reds claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. With this win, Liverpool are now level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table. Despite going behind early on, Jurgen Klopp`s side triumphed at Villa Park thanks to goals from Joel Matip and Sadio Mane and are now on 86 points having played a match more than City. All eyes will now be on Man City to see how they respond during their trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday night. If they manage to claim a fourth straight league win, they will restore their three-point advantage at the top of the table with both title rivals having two matches left to play.In fact, City will play twice before Liverpool are in league action again, with an away fixture at seventh-placed West Ham United looming for the champions on Sunday. ALSO READ | 'Everybody knows...': Pep Guardiola responds to reports of Manchester City signing Erling Haaland Liverpool take on Chelsea in the FA Cup Final on Saturday before resuming their Premier League programme at Southampton on Tuesday, 17 May. There will be midfield concerns for Klopp for the final matches of the campaign as Fabinho was forced off on the 30-minute mark at Villa Park because of injury.

Premier League: Liverpool maintain pressure on Manchester City after hard-fought win vs Aston Villa

Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) locked horns with each other in match 57&nbsp;of IPL 2022 edition, on Tuesday evening (May 10) at the MCA Stadium, Pune. In what was a battle between the top-two sides, the winner was set to become the first team in IPL 2022 to qualify for the playoffs. In a low-scoring affair, Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat beat KL Rahul's Lucknow by 62 runs, in defence of 144-4, to get to 18 points and make it to the playoffs.

Opting to bat first, Hardik &amp; Co. struggled for runs on a tricky surface as Shubman Gill's 49-ball 63 propelled Gujarat to 144-4, along with some contributions from David Miller and Rahul Tewatia. In reply, Rashid Khan's 4 for 24 and Sai Kishore's twin strikes dented Lucknow in pursuit of 145 as they were bundled out for a paltry 82 in 13.5 overs.

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As it was a long-scoring affair, the batters didn't manage plenty of big hits. As many as only four sixes were hit in the match, with two successive ones from No. 11 Lucknow batter Avesh Khan (off Rashid). In this process, pacer Avesh also created a new IPL record for the No. 11 batter. He became the first-ever No. 11 batter to hit multiple sixes in an IPL innings.

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While Lucknow struggled to confirm their place in the playoffs with a win over Gujarat, Avesh still had a decent outing with 4-0-26-2 and 12 runs off four deliveries, striking at 300. He will now be desperate to shine in Lucknow's remaining two fixtures and take them to the playoffs. The Rahul-led franchise next face Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Sunday evening (May 15) at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.

Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) locked horns with each other in match 57 of IPL 2022 edition, on Tuesday evening (May 10) at the MCA Stadium, Pune.

Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) locked horns with each other in match 57 of IPL 2022 edition, on Tuesday evening (May 10) at the MCA Stadium, Pune. In what was a battle between the top-two sides, the winner was set to become the first team in IPL 2022 to qualify for the playoffs. In a low-scoring affair, Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat beat KL Rahul's Lucknow by 62 runs, in defence of 144-4, to get to 18 points and make it to the playoffs. Opting to bat first, Hardik & Co. struggled for runs on a tricky surface as Shubman Gill's 49-ball 63 propelled Gujarat to 144-4, along with some contributions from David Miller and Rahul Tewatia. In reply, Rashid Khan's 4 for 24 and Sai Kishore's twin strikes dented Lucknow in pursuit of 145 as they were bundled out for a paltry 82 in 13.5 overs. ALSO READ | IPL 2022 updated points table after Gujarat Titans thrash Lucknow Super Giants by 62 runs As it was a long-scoring affair, the batters didn't manage plenty of big hits. As many as only four sixes were hit in the match, with two successive ones from No. 11 Lucknow batter Avesh Khan (off Rashid). In this process, pacer Avesh also created a new IPL record for the No. 11 batter. He became the first-ever No. 11 batter to hit multiple sixes in an IPL innings. ALSO READ | From superstar Virat Kohli to finisher Dinesh Karthik: Top ten run-getters in IPL While Lucknow struggled to confirm their place in the playoffs with a win over Gujarat, Avesh still had a decent outing with 4-0-26-2 and 12 runs off four deliveries, striking at 300. He will now be desperate to shine in Lucknow's remaining two fixtures and take them to the playoffs. The Rahul-led franchise next face Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Sunday evening (May 15) at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.

GT vs LSG: Pacer Avesh Khan creates an IPL record for No. 11 with two sixes in a row off Rashid Khan

IPL 2022 edition is in its business end with the league stage about to get over soon. With the race for the playoffs intensifying with each passing day and game, the one-time runners-up Delhi Capitals (DC) need to pull up their socks as they have only five wins from 11 encounters and are occupying the fifth spot.&nbsp;

Ahead of their crucial tie versus Rajasthan Royals (RR), former New Zealand and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Daniel Vettori opined on DC captain Pant's patchy form with the willow. So far, the swashbuckling left-hander has amassed 281 runs in 11 matches, striking at a good&nbsp;152.71 but the 24-year-old hasn't played upto his potential and stayed in the middle for long to return with a match-winning knock. Thus, Vettori shared a piece of advice for Pant.

“I’d like to see him bat at three for Delhi Capitals, especially now when the heat is on, when they’ve got to win. Let him go and smack it," said Vettori&nbsp;on ESPNcricinfo. "Rishabh Pant is almost at his best when he’s reckless, and we’ve seen him play some exceptional innings when he just continues to take teams down time and time again," Vettori added.

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Pant has played some good cameos but hasn't been a match-winner for the Delhi franchise with the willow in hand. Thus, it will be interesting to see if he promotes himself up the order to get more time in the middle and smack some big shots in the upcoming do-or-die encounters for DC.

IPL 2022 edition is in its business end with the league stage about to get over soon. With the race for the playoffs intensifying with each passing day and game, the one-time runners-up Delhi Capitals (DC) need to pull up their socks as they have only five wins from 11 encounters and are occupying the fifth spot.

IPL 2022 edition is in its business end with the league stage about to get over soon. With the race for the playoffs intensifying with each passing day and game, the one-time runners-up Delhi Capitals (DC) need to pull up their socks as they have only five wins from 11 encounters and are occupying the fifth spot. Ahead of their crucial tie versus Rajasthan Royals (RR), former New Zealand and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Daniel Vettori opined on DC captain Pant's patchy form with the willow. So far, the swashbuckling left-hander has amassed 281 runs in 11 matches, striking at a good 152.71 but the 24-year-old hasn't played upto his potential and stayed in the middle for long to return with a match-winning knock. Thus, Vettori shared a piece of advice for Pant. “I’d like to see him bat at three for Delhi Capitals, especially now when the heat is on, when they’ve got to win. Let him go and smack it," said Vettori on ESPNcricinfo. "Rishabh Pant is almost at his best when he’s reckless, and we’ve seen him play some exceptional innings when he just continues to take teams down time and time again," Vettori added. ALSO READ | He now doubts his own ability: Former Pakistan captain opines on Virat Kohli's struggles in IPL 2022 Pant has played some good cameos but hasn't been a match-winner for the Delhi franchise with the willow in hand. Thus, it will be interesting to see if he promotes himself up the order to get more time in the middle and smack some big shots in the upcoming do-or-die encounters for DC.

IPL 2022: 'Rishabh Pant is at his best when....' - Former RCB captain shares piece of advice for DC skipper

IPL 2022 has been a below-par season for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'s former skipper Virat Kohli. Having relinquished&nbsp;RCB captaincy last year, the 33-year-old was expected to perform at his usual best in the 15th season, however, he has failed to get going and has only 216 runs in 12 matches, at an average of 19.64 and has struck at a woeful 111.34.

The right-hander has so far scored only a single fifty and has had as many as three golden ducks up his sleeves. Amid his poor form, many former cricketers have suggested him to take a break in order to rediscover his magical run. Former Pakistan captain and keeper-batter Rashid Latif also joined the bandwagon and made a big statement on Kohli's struggles.

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“I had earlier said this, he needs to either bat up the order or down the order. Since opening hasn't work, may be he can come down the order now. He now doubts his own ability. He cannot play&nbsp;the way he is playing now. That won't work anyway. He needs to bat in that flow. If he can find that rhythm once again, he can come out of it,” he said on his YouTube show Caught Behind.

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Despite Kohli's&nbsp;woeful run, the three-time runners-up RCB have been in good form and are currently occupying the fourth spot in the IPL 2022 points table, with 14 points (with two games in hand). They are very much in contention to enter the playoffs and will aim to end as high as possible in the overall standings.&nbsp;

IPL 2022 has been a below-par season for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'s former skipper Virat Kohli. Having relinquished RCB captaincy last year, the 33-year-old was expected to perform at his usual best in the 15th season, however, he has failed to get going and has only 216 runs in 12 matches, at an average of 19.

IPL 2022 has been a below-par season for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'s former skipper Virat Kohli. Having relinquished RCB captaincy last year, the 33-year-old was expected to perform at his usual best in the 15th season, however, he has failed to get going and has only 216 runs in 12 matches, at an average of 19.64 and has struck at a woeful 111.34. The right-hander has so far scored only a single fifty and has had as many as three golden ducks up his sleeves. Amid his poor form, many former cricketers have suggested him to take a break in order to rediscover his magical run. Former Pakistan captain and keeper-batter Rashid Latif also joined the bandwagon and made a big statement on Kohli's struggles. ALSO READ | Gujarat Titans or Lucknow Super Giants? Harbhajan reveals which team will be the 1st to qualify for playoffs “I had earlier said this, he needs to either bat up the order or down the order. Since opening hasn't work, may be he can come down the order now. He now doubts his own ability. He cannot play the way he is playing now. That won't work anyway. He needs to bat in that flow. If he can find that rhythm once again, he can come out of it,” he said on his YouTube show Caught Behind. ALSO READ | From superstar Virat Kohli to finisher Dinesh Karthik: Top ten run-getters in IPL Despite Kohli's woeful run, the three-time runners-up RCB have been in good form and are currently occupying the fourth spot in the IPL 2022 points table, with 14 points (with two games in hand). They are very much in contention to enter the playoffs and will aim to end as high as possible in the overall standings.

He now doubts his own ability: Former Pakistan captain opines on Virat Kohli's struggles in IPL 2022

The Cricket West Indies (CWI) selection panel on Tuesday announced the West Indies senior men`s squad for the upcoming One-Day International (ODI) tours of the Netherlands and Pakistan. The West Indies will visit the Netherlands for three ODIs on May 31, June 2 and 4, followed by another three ODIs on June 8, 10 and 12 in Pakistan. The tour of the Netherlands will be the first-ever ODI Series between the two teams and will be played at the VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen. The matches in Pakistan will be played at the Pindi Stadium in Rawalpindi.

Both series form part of the ICC ODI Super League, where teams will have the opportunity to earn points to secure one of the top seven places, excluding hosts India, to gain automatic qualification for the 2023 ICC Men`s Cricket World Cup. Three newcomers have been named in the ODI squad - fast bowlers Jayden Seales and Shermon Lewis as well as specialist batter Keacy Carty.&nbsp;Both Seales and Lewis have played at the Test level. Carty is the first player from St. Maarten to be selected for the West Indies Senior Men`s team.

All format all-rounder Jason Holder is being rested to manage his workload whilst Shimron Hetmyer is also unavailable for selection to be at home for the birth of his first child. Evin Lewis was not considered for selection after failing to meet CWI`s fitness criteria.

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West Indies squad for ODI series against Netherlands and Pakistan: Nicholas Pooran (C), Shai Hope (VC), Nkrumah Bonner, Shamarh Brooks, Keacy Carty, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Shermon Lewis, Kyle Mayers, Anderson Phillip, Rovman Powell, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, and Hayden Walsh Jr.

Fixtures --West Indies tour of Netherlands -- May 31: 1st ODI at VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen, June 2: 2nd ODI at VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen, and June 4: 3rd ODI at VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen.

West Indies tour of Pakistan -- June 8: 1st ODI at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi, June 10: 2nd ODI at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi, and June 12: 3rd ODI at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi.&nbsp;

The Cricket West Indies (CWI) selection panel on Tuesday announced the West Indies senior men`s squad for the upcoming One-Day International (ODI) tours of the Netherlands and Pakistan.

The Cricket West Indies (CWI) selection panel on Tuesday announced the West Indies senior men`s squad for the upcoming One-Day International (ODI) tours of the Netherlands and Pakistan. The West Indies will visit the Netherlands for three ODIs on May 31, June 2 and 4, followed by another three ODIs on June 8, 10 and 12 in Pakistan. The tour of the Netherlands will be the first-ever ODI Series between the two teams and will be played at the VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen. The matches in Pakistan will be played at the Pindi Stadium in Rawalpindi. Both series form part of the ICC ODI Super League, where teams will have the opportunity to earn points to secure one of the top seven places, excluding hosts India, to gain automatic qualification for the 2023 ICC Men`s Cricket World Cup. Three newcomers have been named in the ODI squad - fast bowlers Jayden Seales and Shermon Lewis as well as specialist batter Keacy Carty. Both Seales and Lewis have played at the Test level. Carty is the first player from St. Maarten to be selected for the West Indies Senior Men`s team. All format all-rounder Jason Holder is being rested to manage his workload whilst Shimron Hetmyer is also unavailable for selection to be at home for the birth of his first child. Evin Lewis was not considered for selection after failing to meet CWI`s fitness criteria. ALSO READ | '156 will go for 256 off the bat': Ravi Shastri issues warning to Umran Malik as RCB thrash SRH in IPL 2022 West Indies squad for ODI series against Netherlands and Pakistan: Nicholas Pooran (C), Shai Hope (VC), Nkrumah Bonner, Shamarh Brooks, Keacy Carty, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Shermon Lewis, Kyle Mayers, Anderson Phillip, Rovman Powell, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, and Hayden Walsh Jr. Fixtures --West Indies tour of Netherlands -- May 31: 1st ODI at VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen, June 2: 2nd ODI at VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen, and June 4: 3rd ODI at VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen. West Indies tour of Pakistan -- June 8: 1st ODI at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi, June 10: 2nd ODI at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi, and June 12: 3rd ODI at Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi.

Jason Holder rested as West Indies name Nicholas Pooran-led ODI squad for Netherlands, Pakistan tours

Match 57 of the IPL 2022 edition will see the table-toppers Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) lock horns with the Gujarat Titans (GT) as the two newcomers will fight hard to confirm a playoffs berth with a win. A victory for any of the sides will take them to the last four on Tuesday evening (May 10).

Talking about the run of both sides, Lucknow and Gujarat both have been very impressive in their debut season. Both have eight wins and three losses from 11 games but Gujarat's two back-to-back defeats and Lucknow's healthy NRR, due to a whopping 75-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), sees the latter&nbsp;at the top spot.

The last time Gujarat and Lucknow locked horns with each other was in the first week of IPL 2022, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In a hard-fought contest, Rahul &amp; Co. posted 158-6, riding on fifties from Deepak Hooda and Ayush Badoni, but couldn't defend the total due to contributions from Matthew Wade, Hardik, David Miller and Rahul Tewatia and lose by five wickets. Md Shami returned with the Player-of-the-Match award for his 3 for 25. Early wickets for Gujarat made the difference in a tight contest.

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Match prediction for Gujarat vs Lucknow: The surface at the MCA Stadium, Pune favours the batters on most occasions. While it has been deemed to be on the slower side, run-making hasn't been very difficult. From high-scorers to teams defending less than 150, everything has been witnessed here at the MCA Stadium. With teams batting first winning eight&nbsp;out of the 11 games this season, expect Lucknow and Gujarat to also follow the trend. Both sides are unbeaten at this venue so far in IPL 2022. Expect a mouth-watering 155-160-plus contest. While momentum is with the Lucknow franchise, will Gujarat end their two-match winless streak?

Match 57 of the IPL 2022 edition will see the table-toppers Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) lock horns with the Gujarat Titans (GT) as the two newcomers will fight hard to confirm a playoffs berth with a win.

Match 57 of the IPL 2022 edition will see the table-toppers Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) lock horns with the Gujarat Titans (GT) as the two newcomers will fight hard to confirm a playoffs berth with a win. A victory for any of the sides will take them to the last four on Tuesday evening (May 10). Talking about the run of both sides, Lucknow and Gujarat both have been very impressive in their debut season. Both have eight wins and three losses from 11 games but Gujarat's two back-to-back defeats and Lucknow's healthy NRR, due to a whopping 75-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), sees the latter at the top spot. The last time Gujarat and Lucknow locked horns with each other was in the first week of IPL 2022, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In a hard-fought contest, Rahul & Co. posted 158-6, riding on fifties from Deepak Hooda and Ayush Badoni, but couldn't defend the total due to contributions from Matthew Wade, Hardik, David Miller and Rahul Tewatia and lose by five wickets. Md Shami returned with the Player-of-the-Match award for his 3 for 25. Early wickets for Gujarat made the difference in a tight contest. ALSO READ | IPL 2022: EXPLAINED! How MS Dhoni's CSK and KKR can still qualify for the playoffs Match prediction for Gujarat vs Lucknow: The surface at the MCA Stadium, Pune favours the batters on most occasions. While it has been deemed to be on the slower side, run-making hasn't been very difficult. From high-scorers to teams defending less than 150, everything has been witnessed here at the MCA Stadium. With teams batting first winning eight out of the 11 games this season, expect Lucknow and Gujarat to also follow the trend. Both sides are unbeaten at this venue so far in IPL 2022. Expect a mouth-watering 155-160-plus contest. While momentum is with the Lucknow franchise, will Gujarat end their two-match winless streak?

GT vs LSG, IPL 2022 prediction today: Who will win Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants match?

The IPL 2022 edition is in its business end as the league stage is coming to an end. With each passing day and after every match, the playoffs scenario is getting interesting. While as many as four teams -- outside the top-four -- are tied on 10 points whereas Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are in the third and fourth place respectively, newcomers&nbsp;Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) have exceeded expectations and are in the top two spots, respectively, after match 56.

Both Gujarat and Lucknow&nbsp;are almost on the brink of qualifying for the playoffs. They will meet in the reverse fixture on Tuesday evening (May 10) and the winner will become the first team to enter the IPL 15 playoffs. Ahead of the marquee encounter, former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat will become the first side to attain a playoffs berth this season with a win over Lucknow.

"Gujarat Titans are going to win the match against Lucknow Super Giants and they will become the first team to qualify. The Hardik Pandya-led side is very strong. Rashid Khan is in great form and coach Ashish Nehra is giving them just the right amount of confidence. This team is difficult to beat," Harbhajan said on Cricket Live show on Star Sports.

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Gujarat and Lucknow had locked horns in match 4 of the IPL 2022 edition, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Being asked to bat first, Lucknow posted 158-6 and lost the clash by five wickets in what was a tight contest. Another thrilling battle is expected between both sides on Tuesday evening.

Lucknow is coming to this clash on the back of a four-match winning streak whereas Gujarat have lost two in a row and, hence, will be desperate to return to winning ways and qualify for the playoffs.

The IPL 2022 edition is in its business end as the league stage is coming to an end. With each passing day and after every match, the playoffs scenario is getting interesting.

The IPL 2022 edition is in its business end as the league stage is coming to an end. With each passing day and after every match, the playoffs scenario is getting interesting. While as many as four teams -- outside the top-four -- are tied on 10 points whereas Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are in the third and fourth place respectively, newcomers Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) have exceeded expectations and are in the top two spots, respectively, after match 56. Both Gujarat and Lucknow are almost on the brink of qualifying for the playoffs. They will meet in the reverse fixture on Tuesday evening (May 10) and the winner will become the first team to enter the IPL 15 playoffs. Ahead of the marquee encounter, former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat will become the first side to attain a playoffs berth this season with a win over Lucknow. "Gujarat Titans are going to win the match against Lucknow Super Giants and they will become the first team to qualify. The Hardik Pandya-led side is very strong. Rashid Khan is in great form and coach Ashish Nehra is giving them just the right amount of confidence. This team is difficult to beat," Harbhajan said on Cricket Live show on Star Sports. ALSO READ | GT vs LSG, IPL 2022 prediction today: Who will win Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants match? Gujarat and Lucknow had locked horns in match 4 of the IPL 2022 edition, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Being asked to bat first, Lucknow posted 158-6 and lost the clash by five wickets in what was a tight contest. Another thrilling battle is expected between both sides on Tuesday evening. Lucknow is coming to this clash on the back of a four-match winning streak whereas Gujarat have lost two in a row and, hence, will be desperate to return to winning ways and qualify for the playoffs.

Gujarat Titans or Lucknow Super Giants? Harbhajan reveals which team will be the 1st to qualify for playoffs

Amid the IPL 2022, the Indian team's head coach Rahul Dravid is getting some off time from national duties. Since the past few days, speculations have been rife that the former Indian captain is set to attend a BJP event in the poll-bound Himachal Pradesh. However, the 49-year-old has now responded to all such speculations.

Speaking to news agency&nbsp;ANI&nbsp;on Tuesday (May 10), Dravid dismissed the talks of attending a BJP Yuva Morcha meet in the poll-bound state in the coming days. "A section of the media has reported that I will attend a meeting in Himachal Pradesh from May 12th-15th, 2022. I wish to clarify that the said report is incorrect," Dravid was quoted saying by the news agency.

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Dravid's response&nbsp;came after BJP Dharamsala MLA Vishal Nehria had claimed that the Team India coach will grace his presence in the Yuva Morcha's National Working Committee session in Dharamshala. "The National Working Committee of BJP Yuva Morcha will be held in Dharamshala from May 12 to 15. The national leadership of BJP and the leadership of Himachal Pradesh will be involved. BJP National President JP Nadda, National Organization Minister and Union Minister will also attend the session," Nehria had earlier said.

Dravid took over as India's head coach after Ravi Shastri's tenure came to an end post the 2021 T20 World Cup. Since then, India have been unbeaten in T20Is, beat West Indies in three ODIs before being whitewashed by South Africa in a three-match series earlier this year, won a home Test series versus New Zealand and Sri Lanka but lost the Test series versus hosts South Africa 2-1.

Amid the IPL 2022, the Indian team's head coach Rahul Dravid is getting some off time from national duties. Since the past few days, speculations have been rife that the former Indian captain is set to attend a BJP event in the poll-bound Himachal Pradesh.

Amid the IPL 2022, the Indian team's head coach Rahul Dravid is getting some off time from national duties. Since the past few days, speculations have been rife that the former Indian captain is set to attend a BJP event in the poll-bound Himachal Pradesh. However, the 49-year-old has now responded to all such speculations. Speaking to news agency ANI on Tuesday (May 10), Dravid dismissed the talks of attending a BJP Yuva Morcha meet in the poll-bound state in the coming days. "A section of the media has reported that I will attend a meeting in Himachal Pradesh from May 12th-15th, 2022. I wish to clarify that the said report is incorrect," Dravid was quoted saying by the news agency. ALSO READ | India to host Australia in three T20Is before T20 World Cup, BG Trophy early next year Dravid's response came after BJP Dharamsala MLA Vishal Nehria had claimed that the Team India coach will grace his presence in the Yuva Morcha's National Working Committee session in Dharamshala. "The National Working Committee of BJP Yuva Morcha will be held in Dharamshala from May 12 to 15. The national leadership of BJP and the leadership of Himachal Pradesh will be involved. BJP National President JP Nadda, National Organization Minister and Union Minister will also attend the session," Nehria had earlier said. Dravid took over as India's head coach after Ravi Shastri's tenure came to an end post the 2021 T20 World Cup. Since then, India have been unbeaten in T20Is, beat West Indies in three ODIs before being whitewashed by South Africa in a three-match series earlier this year, won a home Test series versus New Zealand and Sri Lanka but lost the Test series versus hosts South Africa 2-1.

Will Rahul Dravid attend a BJP event in poll-bound Himachal? Team India head coach responds

India are set to host Australia in a three-match T20I series in September, ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup. Prior to the upcoming edition of the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia later in October, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. will gear up for the marquee event by facing the T20 World champions Aaron Finch-led Aussies in the Indian subcontinent.

"Australia will play a number of white ball series with home games against Zimbabwe, New Zealand, West Indies, and England coming to either side of three T20s in India in September," a report in Fox Sports read.

Cricket Australia's full schedule (2022-23):

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June-July 2022: Tour of Sri Lanka (3xT20s, 3xODIs, 2xTests) 
August-September 2022: Zimbabwe (3xODIs) and New Zealand (3xODIs) at home 
September 2022: White ball series in India (3xT20s) 
October 2022: West Indies and England at home (6xT20s) 
October-November 2022: T20 World Cup at home 
November 2022: England at home (3xODIs) 
December-January 2022-23: West Indies (2xTests) and South Africa (3xTests, 3xODIs) at home 
February-March 2023: Test tour of India (4xTests) 
March-May 2023: Indian Premier League 
June-July 2023: Ashes tour of England (5xTests, ODIs expected) 
August 2023: Test tour of South Africa (3xTests) 
October-November 2023: ODI World Cup in India

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Talking about the Australian cricket team, it is going to be on the road since June this year before returning home to defend its title in the T20 World Cup. Further, the Pat Cummins-led Australian side will also square off against India in the next edition of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in early 2023, in India. On the other hand, they will travel to the United Kingdom for the Ashes 2023 in June-July next year.

Meanwhile, India will also have a hectic schedule post the conclusion of IPL 2022. After hosting South Africa in five T20Is, they&nbsp;will travel to the United Kingdom where they play England in all formats, then lock horns with&nbsp;Ireland in a limited-overs series, travel to the Caribbean island before returning home to host&nbsp;the Aussies, and then make a trip Down Under for the T20 WC.
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India are set to host Australia in a three-match T20I series in September, ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup. Prior to the upcoming edition of the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia later in October, Rohit Sharma & Co.

India are set to host Australia in a three-match T20I series in September, ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup. Prior to the upcoming edition of the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia later in October, Rohit Sharma & Co. will gear up for the marquee event by facing the T20 World champions Aaron Finch-led Aussies in the Indian subcontinent. "Australia will play a number of white ball series with home games against Zimbabwe, New Zealand, West Indies, and England coming to either side of three T20s in India in September," a report in Fox Sports read. Cricket Australia's full schedule (2022-23): June-July 2022: Tour of Sri Lanka (3xT20s, 3xODIs, 2xTests) August-September 2022: Zimbabwe (3xODIs) and New Zealand (3xODIs) at home September 2022: White ball series in India (3xT20s) October 2022: West Indies and England at home (6xT20s) October-November 2022: T20 World Cup at home November 2022: England at home (3xODIs) December-January 2022-23: West Indies (2xTests) and South Africa (3xTests, 3xODIs) at home February-March 2023: Test tour of India (4xTests) March-May 2023: Indian Premier League June-July 2023: Ashes tour of England (5xTests, ODIs expected) August 2023: Test tour of South Africa (3xTests) October-November 2023: ODI World Cup in India ALSO READ | 'India not our enemy country' - Danish Kaneria slams Shahid Afridi, makes explosive remark on Twitter Talking about the Australian cricket team, it is going to be on the road since June this year before returning home to defend its title in the T20 World Cup. Further, the Pat Cummins-led Australian side will also square off against India in the next edition of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in early 2023, in India. On the other hand, they will travel to the United Kingdom for the Ashes 2023 in June-July next year. Meanwhile, India will also have a hectic schedule post the conclusion of IPL 2022. After hosting South Africa in five T20Is, they will travel to the United Kingdom where they play England in all formats, then lock horns with Ireland in a limited-overs series, travel to the Caribbean island before returning home to host the Aussies, and then make a trip Down Under for the T20 WC.

India to host Australia in three T20Is before T20 World Cup, BG Trophy early next year

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain kickstarted her campaign on an impressive note by notching up a thrilling win at the 12th edition of the IBA Women`s World Boxing Championships in Istanbul on Monday. The 24-year-old star Indian boxer dished out a splendid show to secure a 3-2 win against the former world champion Chen Nien-Chin in the 70kg opening round bout. The Chinese Taipei boxer entered the match with a 3-1 head-to-head record. She had defeated the Indian in the 2018 World Championships semi-final.

On the other hand, Lovlina`s only win against Chen came in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics quarter-final enroute to her bronze medal-winning triumph. Both the boxers started off cautiously and maintained distance from each other. Making her first outing on the international circuit after heroics in Tokyo, the boxer from Assam showed no signs of rustiness and hit some timely punches. The intensely-fought second and final saw both the boxers exchanging heavy punches. Chen, who won gold and bronze medals in 2018 and 2016 respectively at the World Championships, tried attacking but the swift-moving Indian managed to block with a good defence technique and tilted the result of the nail-biting match in her favour.

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Lovlina will take on Cindy Ngamba of the Fair Chance Team in the round-of-16 match on Friday. On the second day, Nitu, the lone Indian boxer in action, will begin her challenges in the 48kg opening round against Romania`s Steluta Duta. Four Indians--Shiksha (54kg), Manisha (57kg), Ankushita (66kg) and Nandini (+81kg)--have been handed a bye in their respective opening rounds.

With a record participation of 310 boxers from 73 countries across the world, this year`s event also marks the 20th anniversary of the prestigious event which will be played till May 20. In the last edition of the IBA Women`s World Boxing Championships held in Russia in 2019, the Indian boxers clinched one silver and three bronze medals. India`s tally of 36 medals, including nine gold, eight silver and 19 bronze, so far in the 11 editions of the tournament is the third highest after Russia (60) and China (50).

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain kickstarted her campaign on an impressive note by notching up a thrilling win at the 12th edition of the IBA Women`s World Boxing Championships in Istanbul on Monday.

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain kickstarted her campaign on an impressive note by notching up a thrilling win at the 12th edition of the IBA Women`s World Boxing Championships in Istanbul on Monday. The 24-year-old star Indian boxer dished out a splendid show to secure a 3-2 win against the former world champion Chen Nien-Chin in the 70kg opening round bout. The Chinese Taipei boxer entered the match with a 3-1 head-to-head record. She had defeated the Indian in the 2018 World Championships semi-final. On the other hand, Lovlina`s only win against Chen came in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics quarter-final enroute to her bronze medal-winning triumph. Both the boxers started off cautiously and maintained distance from each other. Making her first outing on the international circuit after heroics in Tokyo, the boxer from Assam showed no signs of rustiness and hit some timely punches. The intensely-fought second and final saw both the boxers exchanging heavy punches. Chen, who won gold and bronze medals in 2018 and 2016 respectively at the World Championships, tried attacking but the swift-moving Indian managed to block with a good defence technique and tilted the result of the nail-biting match in her favour. ALSO READ | Uber Cup 2022: India demolish USA 4-1; march into quarterfinals Lovlina will take on Cindy Ngamba of the Fair Chance Team in the round-of-16 match on Friday. On the second day, Nitu, the lone Indian boxer in action, will begin her challenges in the 48kg opening round against Romania`s Steluta Duta. Four Indians--Shiksha (54kg), Manisha (57kg), Ankushita (66kg) and Nandini (+81kg)--have been handed a bye in their respective opening rounds. With a record participation of 310 boxers from 73 countries across the world, this year`s event also marks the 20th anniversary of the prestigious event which will be played till May 20. In the last edition of the IBA Women`s World Boxing Championships held in Russia in 2019, the Indian boxers clinched one silver and three bronze medals. India`s tally of 36 medals, including nine gold, eight silver and 19 bronze, so far in the 11 editions of the tournament is the third highest after Russia (60) and China (50).

IBA World Boxing C'ships: Lovlina Borgohain off to flying start in maiden outing after Tokyo heroics

Former World No. 3 Stan Wawrinka earned his first tour-level win since February 2021 on Monday. The Swiss star rallied past American Reilly Opelka 3-6, 7-5, 6-2 to reach the second round at the Italian Open 2022. Wawrinka was competing in just his second ATP Tour match in 14 months but showcased quality and grit throughout, hammering forehands and blasting his trademark backhand with precision to advance after two hours and five minutes.

The three-time Grand Slam champion will next face Laslo Djere or Borna Coric as he looks to work his way back to full fitness after being on the sidelines since March 2021 due to a foot injury. The 16-time tour-level titlist made his ATP Tour return against Alexander Bublik in Monte Carlo in April.

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Before his victory over Opelka, Wawrinka had not earned a match win since he defeated Pedro Sousa at the 2021 Australian Open.

Former World No. 3 Stan Wawrinka earned his first tour-level win since February 2021 on Monday. The Swiss star rallied past American Reilly Opelka 3-6, 7-5, 6-2 to reach the second round at the Italian Open 2022.

Former World No. 3 Stan Wawrinka earned his first tour-level win since February 2021 on Monday. The Swiss star rallied past American Reilly Opelka 3-6, 7-5, 6-2 to reach the second round at the Italian Open 2022. Wawrinka was competing in just his second ATP Tour match in 14 months but showcased quality and grit throughout, hammering forehands and blasting his trademark backhand with precision to advance after two hours and five minutes. The three-time Grand Slam champion will next face Laslo Djere or Borna Coric as he looks to work his way back to full fitness after being on the sidelines since March 2021 due to a foot injury. The 16-time tour-level titlist made his ATP Tour return against Alexander Bublik in Monte Carlo in April. ALSO READ | Beating Nadal, Djokovic to winning Madrid Open: Meet Carlos Alcaraz, the new teen star on the block! Before his victory over Opelka, Wawrinka had not earned a match win since he defeated Pedro Sousa at the 2021 Australian Open.

Italian Open: Former World No. 3 Stan Wawrinka notches win to signal comeback, defeats Reilly Opelka

India stormed into the quarterfinals of the ongoing BWF Uber Cup 2022 after crushing USA 4-1 in Bangkok.In the Group D encounter, World No. 7 PV Sindhu started the proceedings against Jennie Gai. Sindhu completed dominated both the games and clinched victory 21-10, 21-11 in a match that lasted 26 minutes. In the second clash, the women`s doubles pair of Tanisha Crasto and Treesa Jolly thrashed Francesca Corbett and Allison Lee 21-19, 21-10 in the encounter that lasted 34 minutes.

Aakarshi Kashyap locked horns with Esther Shi in the third match. The USA shuttler lost 18-21, 11-21 in 34 minutes. Then, the duo of Shruti Mishra and Simran Singhi lost to Lauren Lam and Kodi Tang Lee. After losing in the first game by 12-21, the Indian pair made a comeback winning the second game 21-17. But the pair from the USA clinched victory in the third game 21-13. In the final clash, Ashmita Chaliha took on Natalie Chi. The Indian shuttler beat her opponent 21-18, 21-13 in 31 minutes.

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Earlier, Team India had defeated Canada 4-1 in their opening match. With two back-to-back wins, India have secured their quarterfinals spot.

India stormed into the quarterfinals of the ongoing BWF Uber Cup 2022 after crushing USA 4-1 in Bangkok.In the Group D encounter, World No. 7 PV Sindhu started the proceedings against Jennie Gai.

India stormed into the quarterfinals of the ongoing BWF Uber Cup 2022 after crushing USA 4-1 in Bangkok.In the Group D encounter, World No. 7 PV Sindhu started the proceedings against Jennie Gai. Sindhu completed dominated both the games and clinched victory 21-10, 21-11 in a match that lasted 26 minutes. In the second clash, the women`s doubles pair of Tanisha Crasto and Treesa Jolly thrashed Francesca Corbett and Allison Lee 21-19, 21-10 in the encounter that lasted 34 minutes. Aakarshi Kashyap locked horns with Esther Shi in the third match. The USA shuttler lost 18-21, 11-21 in 34 minutes. Then, the duo of Shruti Mishra and Simran Singhi lost to Lauren Lam and Kodi Tang Lee. After losing in the first game by 12-21, the Indian pair made a comeback winning the second game 21-17. But the pair from the USA clinched victory in the third game 21-13. In the final clash, Ashmita Chaliha took on Natalie Chi. The Indian shuttler beat her opponent 21-18, 21-13 in 31 minutes. ALSO READ | Thomas Cup 2022: Kidambi Srikanth leads charge as India demolish Canada 5-0, confirm spot in QFs Earlier, Team India had defeated Canada 4-1 in their opening match. With two back-to-back wins, India have secured their quarterfinals spot.

Uber Cup 2022: India demolish USA 4-1; march into quarterfinals

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