Ashleigh Barty is set to compete with America's Madison Keys in the semi-finals of the Australian Open 2022 in the women's singles category. Ahead of the mouth-watering clash, the Aussie star showcased her cricketing skills on the sidelines of the showpiece event Down Under.

For the unversed, the World No. 1 Barty is a former professional cricketer as well.&nbsp;The Aussie had taken&nbsp;a break from her tennis career in 2014. In 2015, she took part in the Women's Big Bash League and turned up for the Brisbane Heat, a popular franchise having teams in both men's and women's BBL.

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Barty didn't have a lengthy cricketing career, where she only played a total of 10 matches with a high score of 39&nbsp;for the Heat. She returned back to tennis and&nbsp;the No. 1 player continues to win hearts on the court. Recently, she recently flaunted her cricketing skills during the ongoing Aus Open:

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Reflecting back on her brief cricketing career, Barty had said in an interview in 2019, "It truly was an amazing period of my life. I met an amazing group of people who couldn't care less whether I could hit a tennis ball or not. They accepted me, and they got to know Ash Barty. They got to know me. I still have those relationships to this very day. I got an amazing amount of messages over the last couple of days from those cricket girls who were some of my best friends."

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Barty, on Tuesday, defeated Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-0 to advance to her fourth Grand Slam semi-final. She is on the cusp of creating history by becoming the first Aussie woman to clinch the Australian Open title in Melbourne since Chris O'Neil (1978). She will face Madison on Thursday for a spot in the final.

Ashleigh Barty is set to compete with America's Madison Keys in the semi-finals of the Australian Open 2022 in the women's singles category. Ahead of the mouth-watering clash, the Aussie star showcased her cricketing skills on the sidelines of the showpiece event Down Under.

Ashleigh Barty is set to compete with America's Madison Keys in the semi-finals of the Australian Open 2022 in the women's singles category. Ahead of the mouth-watering clash, the Aussie star showcased her cricketing skills on the sidelines of the showpiece event Down Under. For the unversed, the World No. 1 Barty is a former professional cricketer as well. The Aussie had taken a break from her tennis career in 2014. In 2015, she took part in the Women's Big Bash League and turned up for the Brisbane Heat, a popular franchise having teams in both men's and women's BBL. ALSO READ | Australian Open: Matteo Berrettini edges past Gael Monfils in five-set thriller, to face Rafael Nadal in SFs Barty didn't have a lengthy cricketing career, where she only played a total of 10 matches with a high score of 39 for the Heat. She returned back to tennis and the No. 1 player continues to win hearts on the court. Recently, she recently flaunted her cricketing skills during the ongoing Aus Open: Our top seed @ashbarty isn't too bad with the bat, either!🏏#AusOpen · #AO2022 · #AOActive pic.twitter.com/waloT7yT8E — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 26, 2022 × 🇦🇺 @ashbarty has bowling skills to boot🏏#AusOpen · #AO2022 · #AOActive pic.twitter.com/PfjprtLujl — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 26, 2022 × Meet @ashbarty, the wicketkeeper 🏏 #AusOpen · #AO2022 · #AOActive pic.twitter.com/fe45schNU2 — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 26, 2022 × Reflecting back on her brief cricketing career, Barty had said in an interview in 2019, "It truly was an amazing period of my life. I met an amazing group of people who couldn't care less whether I could hit a tennis ball or not. They accepted me, and they got to know Ash Barty. They got to know me. I still have those relationships to this very day. I got an amazing amount of messages over the last couple of days from those cricket girls who were some of my best friends." ALSO READ | Sania Mirza to hang up her boots: Here's how much money Indian star has earned in her illustrious career Barty, on Tuesday, defeated Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-0 to advance to her fourth Grand Slam semi-final. She is on the cusp of creating history by becoming the first Aussie woman to clinch the Australian Open title in Melbourne since Chris O'Neil (1978). She will face Madison on Thursday for a spot in the final.

WATCH: World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty shows off her cricketing skills ahead of Aus Open semi-finals

Top seed Daniil Medvedev battled back from two sets down and saved a match point against Canada`s Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach the Australian Open semi-finals with a 6-7(4) 3-6 7-6(2) 7-5 6-4 victory on Wednesday.

The 25-year-old Russian had his back firmly up against the wall for much of an absorbing contest as Auger-Aliassime produced some stunning tennis on Rod Laver Arena.

But he simply refused to lie down as he overturned a two-set deficit for only the second time in his career to set up a Friday semi-final against Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Ninth seed Auger-Aliassime, 21, was the dominant player in the first set and despite a wobble when serving at 6-5 he won a tiebreak courtesy of some uncharacteristic Medvedev errors.

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Auger-Aliassime cruised through the second set against a subdued Medvedev to move to within a set of a first career win against the Russian and a second Grand Slam semi-final.

Medvedev was hanging on towards the end of the third set as Auger-Aliassime sensed victory but managed to close out a tiebreak after a shower caused the roof to be closed.

Auger-Aliassime had a match point in the 10th game of the fourth set after a Medvedev double-fault but the Russian responded with huge serving to stay alive.

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Medvedev then broke serve in the next game and held his own to extend the match into a decider -- finally seizing the initiative with an early break as the match entered its fifth hour.

Auger-Aliassime had one last chance when he earned a break back point trailing 4-3 but Medvedev snatched away the opportunity with a timely ace.

Serving for the match, Medvedev showed some cracks in his armour as he went down 15-40, but rattled off four consecutive points to claim victory after four hours and 42 minutes.

Top seed Daniil Medvedev battled back from two sets down and saved a match point against Canada`s Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach the Australian Open semi-finals with a 6-7(4) 3-6 7-6(2) 7-5 6-4 victory on Wednesday.

Top seed Daniil Medvedev battled back from two sets down and saved a match point against Canada`s Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach the Australian Open semi-finals with a 6-7(4) 3-6 7-6(2) 7-5 6-4 victory on Wednesday. The 25-year-old Russian had his back firmly up against the wall for much of an absorbing contest as Auger-Aliassime produced some stunning tennis on Rod Laver Arena. But he simply refused to lie down as he overturned a two-set deficit for only the second time in his career to set up a Friday semi-final against Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas. Ninth seed Auger-Aliassime, 21, was the dominant player in the first set and despite a wobble when serving at 6-5 he won a tiebreak courtesy of some uncharacteristic Medvedev errors. Read Also | Australian Open: Stefanos Tsitsipas thrashes Jannik Sinner to reach semifinals Auger-Aliassime cruised through the second set against a subdued Medvedev to move to within a set of a first career win against the Russian and a second Grand Slam semi-final. Medvedev was hanging on towards the end of the third set as Auger-Aliassime sensed victory but managed to close out a tiebreak after a shower caused the roof to be closed. Auger-Aliassime had a match point in the 10th game of the fourth set after a Medvedev double-fault but the Russian responded with huge serving to stay alive. Read Also | Australian Open: Iga Swiatek holds off Kaia Kanepi to reach the semis Medvedev then broke serve in the next game and held his own to extend the match into a decider -- finally seizing the initiative with an early break as the match entered its fifth hour. Auger-Aliassime had one last chance when he earned a break back point trailing 4-3 but Medvedev snatched away the opportunity with a timely ace. Serving for the match, Medvedev showed some cracks in his armour as he went down 15-40, but rattled off four consecutive points to claim victory after four hours and 42 minutes.

Australian Open: Daniil Medvedev edges past Felix Auger-Aliassime in riveting battle, enters semis

Madison Keys faces the biggest test of her resurgence when she meets Ash Barty in the Australian Open semi-finals on Thursday, as the American aims to end the top seed`s bid to delight home fans by winning an elusive title.

Keys, who reached the last-four in 2015, will play in her first Grand Slam semi-final in four years having emerged from the "dark pit of despair" she had fallen into due to the pressure she put on herself to perform at the highest level.

"I know I`m going to feel nervous... excited. I know all of those feelings are going to be there," Keys said of her previous semi-final appearances at majors. "But it`s also a completely different situation, time and person.

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"I think you take the experience that you have from those moments and you try to apply it, but you also know that it`s going to be a completely different challenge."

Keys can expect a tough time against a ruthless Barty, who is chasing a third Grand Slam title to add to her French Open and Wimbledon crowns, and also become the first local player since Chris O`Neil in 1978 to triumph at Melbourne Park.

Danielle Collins takes on former Roland Garros champion Iga Swiatek in the other semi-final, looking to secure a first win over the seventh seed and break into the top 10 of the world rankings.

Madison Keys faces the biggest test of her resurgence when she meets Ash Barty in the Australian Open semi-finals on Thursday, as the American aims to end the top seed`s bid to delight home fans by winning an elusive title.

Madison Keys faces the biggest test of her resurgence when she meets Ash Barty in the Australian Open semi-finals on Thursday, as the American aims to end the top seed`s bid to delight home fans by winning an elusive title. Keys, who reached the last-four in 2015, will play in her first Grand Slam semi-final in four years having emerged from the "dark pit of despair" she had fallen into due to the pressure she put on herself to perform at the highest level. "I know I`m going to feel nervous... excited. I know all of those feelings are going to be there," Keys said of her previous semi-final appearances at majors. "But it`s also a completely different situation, time and person. Read Also | Australian Open: Stefanos Tsitsipas thrashes Jannik Sinner to reach semifinals "I think you take the experience that you have from those moments and you try to apply it, but you also know that it`s going to be a completely different challenge." Keys can expect a tough time against a ruthless Barty, who is chasing a third Grand Slam title to add to her French Open and Wimbledon crowns, and also become the first local player since Chris O`Neil in 1978 to triumph at Melbourne Park. Danielle Collins takes on former Roland Garros champion Iga Swiatek in the other semi-final, looking to secure a first win over the seventh seed and break into the top 10 of the world rankings.

Australian Open: Madison Keys faces Ashleigh Barty hurdle to enter final

The International Olympic Committee talked with Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai last week and will meet her in Beijing during next month`s Winter Olympics, it said on Wednesday.

Peng`s situation became a matter of concern in November when the former women`s number one doubles player alleged that a former Chinese vice premier, Zhang Gaoli, had sexually assaulted her in the past. After that social media post, she was absent from public view for nearly three weeks.

Last month Peng said she had never accused anyone of sexually assaulting her, and that the post she made had been misunderstood. Zhang has not commented on the matter.

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"Since the first call that the IOC held with Peng Shuai on 21 November 2021, the IOC team has kept in touch with her and had a number of conversations with her – the last one just the past week," an IOC spokesperson said.

"She mentioned again that she is looking forward to a meeting with IOC President Thomas Bach and Emma Terho, the Chair of the IOC Athletes’ Commission, to which we had invited her in the first conversation."

The IOC has had several phone calls with the player but international concerns over her safety and wellbeing have not been allayed. 
The Women`s Tennis Association has suspended tournaments in China due to its concerns over Peng`s safety.

China has not directly commented on Peng`s initial post, but said after the WTA`s move that it "opposes the politicisation of sports". 
The Beijing Olympics will start on Feb. 4.

The International Olympic Committee talked with Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai last week and will meet her in Beijing during next month`s Winter Olympics, it said on Wednesday.

The International Olympic Committee talked with Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai last week and will meet her in Beijing during next month`s Winter Olympics, it said on Wednesday. Peng`s situation became a matter of concern in November when the former women`s number one doubles player alleged that a former Chinese vice premier, Zhang Gaoli, had sexually assaulted her in the past. After that social media post, she was absent from public view for nearly three weeks. Last month Peng said she had never accused anyone of sexually assaulting her, and that the post she made had been misunderstood. Zhang has not commented on the matter. Read Also | China warns about pollution ahead of Beijing 2022; COVID curbs eased "Since the first call that the IOC held with Peng Shuai on 21 November 2021, the IOC team has kept in touch with her and had a number of conversations with her – the last one just the past week," an IOC spokesperson said. "She mentioned again that she is looking forward to a meeting with IOC President Thomas Bach and Emma Terho, the Chair of the IOC Athletes’ Commission, to which we had invited her in the first conversation." The IOC has had several phone calls with the player but international concerns over her safety and wellbeing have not been allayed. The Women`s Tennis Association has suspended tournaments in China due to its concerns over Peng`s safety. China has not directly commented on Peng`s initial post, but said after the WTA`s move that it "opposes the politicisation of sports". The Beijing Olympics will start on Feb. 4.

IOC says it talked to China's Peng Shuai last week and will meet tennis player in Beijing

Sri Lanka spinner Dilruwan Perera on Wednesday announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect. 
 
The 39-year-old Perera, however, has expressed his desire to continue playing domestic cricket. 
 
"Dilruwan Perera, who represented the Sri Lanka National Team, announced his retirement from all forms of International Cricket with immediate effect. In his retirement letter written to Sri Lanka Cricket, Perera however said, he will continue to play Domestic Cricket. Sri Lanka Cricket wishes him the very best for his future endeavours," Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said in a statement. 
 
The allrounder represented Sri Lanka in 43 Tests, 13 ODIs and three T20Is. He scored 1456 runs across formats and picked 177 wickets at the international stage.

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Perera first made his ODI debut in 2007 against England in Colombo. In ODIs, Perera averaged 31.46 and went on to pick 13 wickets from as many games while the three T20Is brought in three wickets. 
 
He earned a Test debut against Pakistan in Sharjah in 2014 and struck 95 while batting at No 8. Overall, he picked 161 wickets with his off-spin at an average of 35.90, with his best coming against South Africa where he bagged 10 for 78 in Galle in 2018. His last Test too was at the same venue in January last year.

Sri Lanka spinner Dilruwan Perera on Wednesday announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect. The 39-year-old Perera, however, has expressed his desire to continue playing domestic cricket.

Sri Lanka spinner Dilruwan Perera on Wednesday announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect. The 39-year-old Perera, however, has expressed his desire to continue playing domestic cricket. "Dilruwan Perera, who represented the Sri Lanka National Team, announced his retirement from all forms of International Cricket with immediate effect. In his retirement letter written to Sri Lanka Cricket, Perera however said, he will continue to play Domestic Cricket. Sri Lanka Cricket wishes him the very best for his future endeavours," Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said in a statement. The allrounder represented Sri Lanka in 43 Tests, 13 ODIs and three T20Is. He scored 1456 runs across formats and picked 177 wickets at the international stage. Read Also | ICC ODI Rankings: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma stay put in top 3, SA's Quinton De Kock enters top 5 Perera first made his ODI debut in 2007 against England in Colombo. In ODIs, Perera averaged 31.46 and went on to pick 13 wickets from as many games while the three T20Is brought in three wickets. He earned a Test debut against Pakistan in Sharjah in 2014 and struck 95 while batting at No 8. Overall, he picked 161 wickets with his off-spin at an average of 35.90, with his best coming against South Africa where he bagged 10 for 78 in Galle in 2018. His last Test too was at the same venue in January last year.

Sri Lanka spinner Dilruwan Perera announces retirement from international cricket

The West Indies-England T20I series has lived upto expectations so far. While the Kieron Pollard-led Windies won the series opener, Eoin Morgan's England returned to winning ways versus the former world champions to level the five-match series at 1-1.

The third T20I will, thus, be very crucial and can determine which way the series will eventually go. Talking about the series opener, Pollard &amp; Co. dismissed England for a paltry 103 and chased down the score with 9 wickets and 17 balls to spare. Jason Holder's 4 for 7 led the charge of the hosts in the first encounter. In the second T20I, the 2016 T20 World Cup's runners-up Morgan &amp; Co. defended a competitive 171/8 by a whisker; i.e. by a run.

Chasing 172, Windies were down and out at 98-8 in 15.1 overs. Nonetheless, their unbroken ninth-wicket stand between&nbsp;Romario Shepherd and Akeal Hosein took the hosts to 170/8 in 20 overs. Thus, another riveting encounter is on the cards between the two heavyweight T20I line-ups.&nbsp;

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Here is everything you need to know about the 3rd T20I - date, IST, streaming details, etc.&nbsp;

When is West Indies vs England 3rd T20I match taking place?

The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I is scheduled to take place on January 27 (IST), 2022.&nbsp;

Where is West Indies vs England 3rd T20I taking place?

The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will take place at the at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown in&nbsp;Barbados.

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At what time West Indies vs England 3rd T20I&nbsp;taking place?

The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will kick off at 1:30pm (IST).

How to watch West Indies vs England 3rd T20I live on TV?

The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will not be televised in India.&nbsp;

How to watch West Indies vs England 3rd T20I live streaming?

The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will be live-streamed on the&nbsp;Fan Code App in India.

The West Indies-England T20I series has lived upto expectations so far. While the Kieron Pollard-led Windies won the series opener, Eoin Morgan's England returned to winning ways versus the former world champions to level the five-match series at 1-1.

The West Indies-England T20I series has lived upto expectations so far. While the Kieron Pollard-led Windies won the series opener, Eoin Morgan's England returned to winning ways versus the former world champions to level the five-match series at 1-1. The third T20I will, thus, be very crucial and can determine which way the series will eventually go. Talking about the series opener, Pollard & Co. dismissed England for a paltry 103 and chased down the score with 9 wickets and 17 balls to spare. Jason Holder's 4 for 7 led the charge of the hosts in the first encounter. In the second T20I, the 2016 T20 World Cup's runners-up Morgan & Co. defended a competitive 171/8 by a whisker; i.e. by a run. Chasing 172, Windies were down and out at 98-8 in 15.1 overs. Nonetheless, their unbroken ninth-wicket stand between Romario Shepherd and Akeal Hosein took the hosts to 170/8 in 20 overs. Thus, another riveting encounter is on the cards between the two heavyweight T20I line-ups. ALSO READ | Good news for Team India fans! Rohit Sharma clears fitness test ahead of West Indies series: Report Here is everything you need to know about the 3rd T20I - date, IST, streaming details, etc. When is West Indies vs England 3rd T20I match taking place? The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I is scheduled to take place on January 27 (IST), 2022. Where is West Indies vs England 3rd T20I taking place? The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will take place at the at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown in Barbados. ALSO READ | Chris Gayle, Jonty Rhodes react after receiving personal message from PM Modi on India's 73rd Republic Day At what time West Indies vs England 3rd T20I taking place? The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will kick off at 1:30pm (IST). How to watch West Indies vs England 3rd T20I live on TV? The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will not be televised in India. How to watch West Indies vs England 3rd T20I live streaming? The West Indies vs England 3rd T20I will be live-streamed on the Fan Code App in India.

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Former Indian head coach Greg Chappell has lavished huge praise on MS Dhoni, calling him as 'one of the sharpest cricket minds' he has ever encountered. Chappell coached the Rahul Dravid-led Team India for two years, from 2005-2007, and worked closely with the former Indian captain Dhoni.

Back then, Dhoni had just burst into the scene at the international level. Back then, Dhoni wasn't a finished product by any means, Chappell still remained impressed with his learning abilities and cricketing brain.&nbsp;

Chappell quoted Dhoni's example while lamenting the absence of natural environments that once played a huge part in developing and nurturing players in strong cricket nations.

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"The Indian subcontinent still has many towns where coaching facilities are rare and youngsters play in streets and on vacant land without the interference of formal coaching. This is where many of their current stars have learned the game," wrote Chappell in his column for ESPNCricinfo on Wednesday.

"MS Dhoni, with whom I worked in India, is a good example of a batter who developed his talent and learned to play in this fashion. By competing against more experienced individuals on a variety of surfaces early in his development, Dhoni developed the decision-making and strategic skills that have set him apart from many of his peers. His is one of the sharpest cricket minds I have encountered."

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Dhoni lived upto Chappell's expectations following the Australian's ouster from the head coach position, in the aftermath of India's disastrous 2007 ODI World Cup campaign. The 39-year-old former Indian keeper-batter ended his illustrious international career with 17,266 runs, 16 tons, 829 dismissals, 359 sixes and led the national side to all three major ICC titles under his leadership tenure.

Former Indian head coach Greg Chappell has lavished huge praise on MS Dhoni, calling him as 'one of the sharpest cricket minds' he has ever encountered. Chappell coached the Rahul Dravid-led Team India for two years, from 2005-2007, and worked closely with the former Indian captain Dhoni.

Former Indian head coach Greg Chappell has lavished huge praise on MS Dhoni, calling him as 'one of the sharpest cricket minds' he has ever encountered. Chappell coached the Rahul Dravid-led Team India for two years, from 2005-2007, and worked closely with the former Indian captain Dhoni. Back then, Dhoni had just burst into the scene at the international level. Back then, Dhoni wasn't a finished product by any means, Chappell still remained impressed with his learning abilities and cricketing brain. Chappell quoted Dhoni's example while lamenting the absence of natural environments that once played a huge part in developing and nurturing players in strong cricket nations. ALSO READ | Good news for Team India fans! Rohit Sharma clears fitness test ahead of West Indies series: Report "The Indian subcontinent still has many towns where coaching facilities are rare and youngsters play in streets and on vacant land without the interference of formal coaching. This is where many of their current stars have learned the game," wrote Chappell in his column for ESPNCricinfo on Wednesday. "MS Dhoni, with whom I worked in India, is a good example of a batter who developed his talent and learned to play in this fashion. By competing against more experienced individuals on a variety of surfaces early in his development, Dhoni developed the decision-making and strategic skills that have set him apart from many of his peers. His is one of the sharpest cricket minds I have encountered." ALSO READ | THROWBACK: When MS Dhoni received Padma Bhushan award from President Ram Nath Kovind in 2018 - Watch Dhoni lived upto Chappell's expectations following the Australian's ouster from the head coach position, in the aftermath of India's disastrous 2007 ODI World Cup campaign. The 39-year-old former Indian keeper-batter ended his illustrious international career with 17,266 runs, 16 tons, 829 dismissals, 359 sixes and led the national side to all three major ICC titles under his leadership tenure.

MS Dhoni is one of the sharpest cricket minds: Greg Chappell heaps praise on former Indian captain

The International Cricket Council (ICC) ranked Proteas batters Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen among the top gainers of ICC Men's ODI Player Rankings, following Tema Bavuma-led South Africa's 3-0 whitewash of Team India at home.&nbsp;

In the wake of his Player of the Series performance, the 29-year-old De Kock has moved up four positions. After accumulating 229 runs, including a match-winning 124, he is in the top five for the first time since the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2019. During the same period, Van der Dussen advanced 10 spots to achieve a career-best 10th position after scoring 218 runs. Before the latest weekly update, which also includes the Afghanistan-Netherlands series and the final Sri Lanka-Zimbabwe match, captain Temba Bavuma also jumped up to 59th place from 80th.

Shikhar Dhawan, India's leading scorer in the South Africa ODIs, has moved up one spot to 15th on the list, headed by Pakistan captain Babar Azam with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in second and joint-third positions, respectively. A five-place jump propels Rishabh Pant to 82nd place.

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In Wednesday's update, South Africa's bowlers have also gained significantly. Following his five wickets in the series, fast bowler Lungi Ngidi is back in the top 20, while spinner Keshav Maharaj is at a career-high 33rd position. Andile Phehlukwayo rose seven places to 52nd, having taken six wickets in the series.

England bowler Jason Roy's 45-run knock in the West Indies' second match helped him move up one spot to 15th in the ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings, while Brandon King of the West Indies rose 28 places to 88th thanks to his unbeaten 52 in the first match.

Rahmat Shah, who scored 153 runs against the Netherlands, has climbed seven places to joint-36th, and Hashmatullah Shahidi has climbed nine spots to 53rd. Scott Edwards' series-leading 208 runs move him up 97 places to 100th for the Netherlands. Likewise, Charith Asalanka of Sri Lanka progressed from 52nd to a career-best 46th position.

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As far as bowlers are concerned, Jason Holder is up to a career-best 26th place following his four-for-seven haul in the first T20I versus England, which earned him the Player of the Match award. Following the first two matches, his teammate Akeal Hosein gained 40 places and reached 33rd, placing him in the top 40.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) ranked Proteas batters Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen among the top gainers of ICC Men's ODI Player Rankings, following Tema Bavuma-led South Africa's 3-0 whitewash of Team India at home.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) ranked Proteas batters Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen among the top gainers of ICC Men's ODI Player Rankings, following Tema Bavuma-led South Africa's 3-0 whitewash of Team India at home. In the wake of his Player of the Series performance, the 29-year-old De Kock has moved up four positions. After accumulating 229 runs, including a match-winning 124, he is in the top five for the first time since the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2019. During the same period, Van der Dussen advanced 10 spots to achieve a career-best 10th position after scoring 218 runs. Before the latest weekly update, which also includes the Afghanistan-Netherlands series and the final Sri Lanka-Zimbabwe match, captain Temba Bavuma also jumped up to 59th place from 80th. Shikhar Dhawan, India's leading scorer in the South Africa ODIs, has moved up one spot to 15th on the list, headed by Pakistan captain Babar Azam with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in second and joint-third positions, respectively. A five-place jump propels Rishabh Pant to 82nd place. Also Read | Good news for Team India fans! Rohit Sharma clears fitness test ahead of West Indies series: Report In Wednesday's update, South Africa's bowlers have also gained significantly. Following his five wickets in the series, fast bowler Lungi Ngidi is back in the top 20, while spinner Keshav Maharaj is at a career-high 33rd position. Andile Phehlukwayo rose seven places to 52nd, having taken six wickets in the series. England bowler Jason Roy's 45-run knock in the West Indies' second match helped him move up one spot to 15th in the ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings, while Brandon King of the West Indies rose 28 places to 88th thanks to his unbeaten 52 in the first match. Rahmat Shah, who scored 153 runs against the Netherlands, has climbed seven places to joint-36th, and Hashmatullah Shahidi has climbed nine spots to 53rd. Scott Edwards' series-leading 208 runs move him up 97 places to 100th for the Netherlands. Likewise, Charith Asalanka of Sri Lanka progressed from 52nd to a career-best 46th position. Read Also | Proteas included Simon Harmer in squad for upcoming New Zealand Tests As far as bowlers are concerned, Jason Holder is up to a career-best 26th place following his four-for-seven haul in the first T20I versus England, which earned him the Player of the Match award. Following the first two matches, his teammate Akeal Hosein gained 40 places and reached 33rd, placing him in the top 40.

ICC ODI Rankings: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma stay put in top 3, SA's Quinton De Kock enters top 5

India is celebrating its 73rd&nbsp;Republic Day, a day&nbsp;to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force on January 26,&nbsp;1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities&nbsp;were involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday (January 26).

The 73rd R-Day celebrations is all the more special as it&nbsp;falls in the 75th year of Independence. Thus, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi personally wrote to some of the most loved foreign players in India, such as Chris Gayle and Jonty Rhodes. Both Gayle and Rhodes have been immensely loved by the Indians ever since the IPL came into existence in 2008.

PM Modi included Gayle and Rhodes in India's R-Day celebrations and the duo have also reacted to his messages. Gayle wrote on Twitter, "I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi&nbsp;@narendramodi&nbsp;reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love."

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On the other hand, Rhodes shared PM Modi's message and replied saying, "Thank you&nbsp;@narendramodi&nbsp;ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates #RepublicDay with all of India, honouring the importance of a #Constitution that protects the rights of the Indian people #JaiHind."

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President of India Ram Nath Kovind had also addressed the nation on the eve of the R-Day celebrations. He told the countrymen in his speech, "My heartiest greetings to all of you, in India and abroad, on the eve of the 73rd&nbsp;Republic Day! It is an occasion to celebrate what is common to us all, our Indian-ness. It was on this day in 1950 that this sacred essence of us all assumed a formal shape. That day, India was established as the largest democratic republic and ‘we the people’ put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy is appreciated world-wide. It is this spirit of unity and of being one nation which is celebrated&nbsp;every year&nbsp;as Republic Day. This year’s celebrations may be muted due to the pandemic, but the spirit is as strong as ever."

Many sporting icons of the country -- such as Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra, Sania Mirza, Sachin Tendulkar and the likes --&nbsp;have also extended their wishes to the countrymen on the historic day.&nbsp;

India is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day, a day to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force on January 26, 1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities were involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday (January 26).

India is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day, a day to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force on January 26, 1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities were involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday (January 26). The 73rd R-Day celebrations is all the more special as it falls in the 75th year of Independence. Thus, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi personally wrote to some of the most loved foreign players in India, such as Chris Gayle and Jonty Rhodes. Both Gayle and Rhodes have been immensely loved by the Indians ever since the IPL came into existence in 2008. PM Modi included Gayle and Rhodes in India's R-Day celebrations and the duo have also reacted to his messages. Gayle wrote on Twitter, "I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi @narendramodi reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love." I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi @narendramodi reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love 🇮🇳🇯🇲❤️🙏🏿 — Chris Gayle (@henrygayle) January 26, 2022 × ALSO READ | Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra lead wishes from sports fraternity as India celebrates 73rd Republic Day On the other hand, Rhodes shared PM Modi's message and replied saying, "Thank you @narendramodi ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates #RepublicDay with all of India, honouring the importance of a #Constitution that protects the rights of the Indian people #JaiHind." Thank you @narendramodi ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates #RepublicDay with all of India, honouring the importance of a #Constitution that protects the rights of the Indian people #JaiHind pic.twitter.com/olovZ8Pgvn — Jonty Rhodes (@JontyRhodes8) January 26, 2022 × ALSO READ | Republic Day parade: Haryana tableau demonstrates proactive sports promotion policies President of India Ram Nath Kovind had also addressed the nation on the eve of the R-Day celebrations. He told the countrymen in his speech, "My heartiest greetings to all of you, in India and abroad, on the eve of the 73rd Republic Day! It is an occasion to celebrate what is common to us all, our Indian-ness. It was on this day in 1950 that this sacred essence of us all assumed a formal shape. That day, India was established as the largest democratic republic and ‘we the people’ put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy is appreciated world-wide. It is this spirit of unity and of being one nation which is celebrated every year as Republic Day. This year’s celebrations may be muted due to the pandemic, but the spirit is as strong as ever." Many sporting icons of the country -- such as Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra, Sania Mirza, Sachin Tendulkar and the likes -- have also extended their wishes to the countrymen on the historic day.

Chris Gayle, Jonty Rhodes react after receiving personal message from PM Modi on India's 73rd Republic Day

India's limited-overs captain Rohit Sharma has cleared the fitness test held at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) on Wednesday (January 26). Rohit, who was named the white-ball captain in early December, 2021, had missed the entire South Africa series due to hamstring injury, where India lost the three Tests 2-1 and were whitewashed in the preceding ODIs.

Sources close to the development have already confirmed that members of the All-India Senior Selection Committee are set to conduct a meeting to announce the Indian squad for the upcoming white-ball series against the West Indies on Wednesday. Prior to it,&nbsp;a&nbsp;fitness test was scheduled for Rohit in the afternoon and Hitman has cleared the test with flying colours. As per the latest developments, the 34-year-old is set to return back to the Indian team and lead the national side in the upcoming three ODIs and equal number of T20Is versus Kieron Pollard-led West Indies, starting on February 6 in Ahmedabad.

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According to the PTI, Rohit is also set to be announced the next Test captain. On January 15, Virat Kohli had stepped down as the Indian Test captain, only a day after India lost the three Tests versus Dean Elgar-led Proteas in the rainbow nation. Hence, Rohit is being touted to be the next red-ball captain and take over captaincy duties altogether for Team India.&nbsp;

KL Rahul is expected to remain Rohit's deputy across all formats. On the other hand, the selectors are expected to rest ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah for the West Indies series. The WI series will be followed by Sri Lanka's tour of India, comprising two Tests and three T20Is.

India's limited-overs captain Rohit Sharma has cleared the fitness test held at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) on Wednesday (January 26). Rohit, who was named the white-ball captain in early December, 2021, had missed the entire South Africa series due to hamstring injury, where India lost the three Tests 2-1 and were whitewashed in the preceding ODIs.

India's limited-overs captain Rohit Sharma has cleared the fitness test held at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) on Wednesday (January 26). Rohit, who was named the white-ball captain in early December, 2021, had missed the entire South Africa series due to hamstring injury, where India lost the three Tests 2-1 and were whitewashed in the preceding ODIs. Sources close to the development have already confirmed that members of the All-India Senior Selection Committee are set to conduct a meeting to announce the Indian squad for the upcoming white-ball series against the West Indies on Wednesday. Prior to it, a fitness test was scheduled for Rohit in the afternoon and Hitman has cleared the test with flying colours. As per the latest developments, the 34-year-old is set to return back to the Indian team and lead the national side in the upcoming three ODIs and equal number of T20Is versus Kieron Pollard-led West Indies, starting on February 6 in Ahmedabad. ALSO READ | BCCI central contracts: Test specialists Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane likely face demotion - Report According to the PTI, Rohit is also set to be announced the next Test captain. On January 15, Virat Kohli had stepped down as the Indian Test captain, only a day after India lost the three Tests versus Dean Elgar-led Proteas in the rainbow nation. Hence, Rohit is being touted to be the next red-ball captain and take over captaincy duties altogether for Team India. KL Rahul is expected to remain Rohit's deputy across all formats. On the other hand, the selectors are expected to rest ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah for the West Indies series. The WI series will be followed by Sri Lanka's tour of India, comprising two Tests and three T20Is.

Good news for Team India fans! Rohit Sharma clears fitness test ahead of West Indies series: Report

The IPL 2022 edition is still two months away. The BCCI is planning to host the 15th edition in India, from late March. Before the upcoming season begins, all eyes are on the mega auction. It is set to be held in Bengaluru in mid-February. Before the auction proceedings, seven out of the ten teams don't have to worry about choosing a captain as they have either retained their respective skippers or named new captains.

However, the likes of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) need to choose a captain as well in the forthcoming mega auction. While Virat Kohli resigned as the RCB captain post IPL 2021, KL Rahul left PBKS and will captain the Lucknow Super Giants in the forthcoming edition. Despite taking KKR to the IPL 14 finale, Eoin Morgan wasn't retained by the two-time winners and, hence, the Kolkata-based franchise will have to look for a captain in the auction proceedings.

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Speaking on&nbsp;Cricbuzz, former KKR captain Dinesh Karthik -- who has also registered himself in the mega auction --&nbsp;named three players who can take up captaincy roles. He named Shreyas Iyer as one of the options and further said, "If you go by recent history, obviously David Warner. He has captained a franchise, he's available. If you go by the current international standards, Pat Cummins. He is put his name in so he obviously has an opportunity to be a captain if he goes to a franchise that believes he could be a captain."

“If you throw an outside name, obviously Ishan Kishan has led the U-19s. He has led Jharkhand. So, they seem as options,” he added.

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It will be interesting to see who all are named the captains for the three franchises who are in need of a skipper at the moment. The likes of Shreyas, Ishan, Warner, Cummins will surely be expensive buys and can also serve as captains. Some other options are Morgan, Jason Holder, Ben Stokes, etc.

The IPL 2022 edition is still two months away. The BCCI is planning to host the 15th edition in India, from late March. Before the upcoming season begins, all eyes are on the mega auction.

The IPL 2022 edition is still two months away. The BCCI is planning to host the 15th edition in India, from late March. Before the upcoming season begins, all eyes are on the mega auction. It is set to be held in Bengaluru in mid-February. Before the auction proceedings, seven out of the ten teams don't have to worry about choosing a captain as they have either retained their respective skippers or named new captains. However, the likes of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) need to choose a captain as well in the forthcoming mega auction. While Virat Kohli resigned as the RCB captain post IPL 2021, KL Rahul left PBKS and will captain the Lucknow Super Giants in the forthcoming edition. Despite taking KKR to the IPL 14 finale, Eoin Morgan wasn't retained by the two-time winners and, hence, the Kolkata-based franchise will have to look for a captain in the auction proceedings. ALSO READ | IPL 2022: 'He wanted me to....'- Ahmedabad captain Hardik Pandya hails MS Dhoni for grooming him Speaking on Cricbuzz, former KKR captain Dinesh Karthik -- who has also registered himself in the mega auction -- named three players who can take up captaincy roles. He named Shreyas Iyer as one of the options and further said, "If you go by recent history, obviously David Warner. He has captained a franchise, he's available. If you go by the current international standards, Pat Cummins. He is put his name in so he obviously has an opportunity to be a captain if he goes to a franchise that believes he could be a captain." “If you throw an outside name, obviously Ishan Kishan has led the U-19s. He has led Jharkhand. So, they seem as options,” he added. ALSO READ | 'Pun(e) intended': How CSK, Rajasthan Royals reacted to Lucknow Super Giants' name announcement It will be interesting to see who all are named the captains for the three franchises who are in need of a skipper at the moment. The likes of Shreyas, Ishan, Warner, Cummins will surely be expensive buys and can also serve as captains. Some other options are Morgan, Jason Holder, Ben Stokes, etc.

IPL 2022: Dinesh Karthik names Indian youngster among 3 star players who could captain a franchise

Ten-man Mumbai City FC failed to snap their winless run as they were held to a 1-1 draw by NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda on Tuesday.

Ahmed Jahouh helped the reigning champions take the lead from the spot in the 30th minute but a relentless NorthEast United kept piling on the pressure and finally got their reward through substitute Mohamed Irshad who struck in the 79th minute to ensure both sides shared the spoils.

The result means Mumbai remained winless in their last six games, moving back to the top-four but only just with 18 points from 12 games, level on points with Chennaiyin FC who take on Bengaluru FC on Wednesday.

NorthEast United remained at 10th place in the table, having 10 points from 14 games. For Mumbai, things got worse as Amey Ranawade was shown a red card in stoppage time after he picked up his second yellow card.

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NorthEast United were off to a positive start but Mumbai soon got their grip on the tie, Jahouh whipping in a delicious ball for Vikram Pratap Singh whose flick-on was off target. Mourtada Fall was denied by a sharp save from Subhasish Roy Chowdhury as Mumbai started calling the shots.

The momentum soon reflected in a goal albeit from a spot-kick after Vikram was tripped inside the box by Mashoor Shereef. NorthEast protested vehemently against the decision by the referee pointed to the spot and Jahouh thumped the ball high and into the left corner of the goal leaving Roy Chowdhury with no chance to get a hand to it.

Stung by a goal, the Highlanders upped the ante but it was Mumbai who looked the likelier of the two sides to double their lead. Just before halftime, Bradden Inman missed a sitter after being set up by Cassio Gabriel.

In the second period, NorthEast United had an early chance to equalise but Gurjinder Kumar headed wide. The best chance for NorthEast United fell to Suhair Vadakkepeedika whose chip caught Mohamad Nawaz off his line but the ball cannoned off the post.

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Two minutes later, Marcelinho`s effort thundered off the bar as NorthEast United as Mumbai breathed a sigh of relief. Hernan Santana then tried his luck from range with a delightful free-kick but the keeper did well to keep his effort at bay. NorthEast United kept knocking on the door and finally got their reward from an unlikely source.

Minutes after coming on for Sehnaj Singh, defender Irshad found the back of the net with a striker`s finish after the ball fell to him from a NorthEast United corner and he applied a neat finish towards the far corner.

Cassio Gabriel got a golden chance to help Mumbai back into the lead after Amey Ranawade swung in a sharp cross for him inside the box but the Brazilian forced a sharp save from Roy Chowdhury.

Ten-man Mumbai City FC failed to snap their winless run as they were held to a 1-1 draw by NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda on Tuesday.

Ten-man Mumbai City FC failed to snap their winless run as they were held to a 1-1 draw by NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda on Tuesday. Ahmed Jahouh helped the reigning champions take the lead from the spot in the 30th minute but a relentless NorthEast United kept piling on the pressure and finally got their reward through substitute Mohamed Irshad who struck in the 79th minute to ensure both sides shared the spoils. The result means Mumbai remained winless in their last six games, moving back to the top-four but only just with 18 points from 12 games, level on points with Chennaiyin FC who take on Bengaluru FC on Wednesday. NorthEast United remained at 10th place in the table, having 10 points from 14 games. For Mumbai, things got worse as Amey Ranawade was shown a red card in stoppage time after he picked up his second yellow card. Read Also | Stadium stampede kills eight in Africa Cup of Nations soccer face-off NorthEast United were off to a positive start but Mumbai soon got their grip on the tie, Jahouh whipping in a delicious ball for Vikram Pratap Singh whose flick-on was off target. Mourtada Fall was denied by a sharp save from Subhasish Roy Chowdhury as Mumbai started calling the shots. The momentum soon reflected in a goal albeit from a spot-kick after Vikram was tripped inside the box by Mashoor Shereef. NorthEast protested vehemently against the decision by the referee pointed to the spot and Jahouh thumped the ball high and into the left corner of the goal leaving Roy Chowdhury with no chance to get a hand to it. Stung by a goal, the Highlanders upped the ante but it was Mumbai who looked the likelier of the two sides to double their lead. Just before halftime, Bradden Inman missed a sitter after being set up by Cassio Gabriel. In the second period, NorthEast United had an early chance to equalise but Gurjinder Kumar headed wide. The best chance for NorthEast United fell to Suhair Vadakkepeedika whose chip caught Mohamad Nawaz off his line but the ball cannoned off the post. Read Also | At least six killed in Cameroon stadium stampede Two minutes later, Marcelinho`s effort thundered off the bar as NorthEast United as Mumbai breathed a sigh of relief. Hernan Santana then tried his luck from range with a delightful free-kick but the keeper did well to keep his effort at bay. NorthEast United kept knocking on the door and finally got their reward from an unlikely source. Minutes after coming on for Sehnaj Singh, defender Irshad found the back of the net with a striker`s finish after the ball fell to him from a NorthEast United corner and he applied a neat finish towards the far corner. Cassio Gabriel got a golden chance to help Mumbai back into the lead after Amey Ranawade swung in a sharp cross for him inside the box but the Brazilian forced a sharp save from Roy Chowdhury.

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