<p>Keegan Petersen scored a superb 82 as South Africa completed a seven-wicket victory in the third test and a 2-1 series win over world number one India on a spiteful Newlands pitch having chased down their challenging target of 212 on Friday.</p>

<p>It is just the fourth time in 133 years that a team has scored more than 200 in Cape Town to win, and follows on from South Africa’s epic seven-wicket victory in Johannesburg in the second test when they needed 240 in the fourth innings.</p>

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<p>Petersen, who was the leading scorer in the series with 276 runs, was the anchor for the home side on a difficult wicket for batting, but there were also important unbeaten contributions from Rassie van der Dussen (41) and Temba Bavuma (32) as they put on 57 for the fourth wicket.</p>

<p>The result means India are still in search of a first test series victory in South Africa having had high hopes when they won the opening match. The teams will now play three One-Day Internationals starting in Paarl on Wednesday.</p>


Keegan Petersen scored a superb 82 as South Africa completed a seven-wicket victory in the third test and a 2-1 series win over world number one India on a spiteful Newlands pitch having chased down their challenging target of 212 on Friday.

Keegan Petersen scored a superb 82 as South Africa completed a seven-wicket victory in the third test and a 2-1 series win over world number one India on a spiteful Newlands pitch having chased down their challenging target of 212 on Friday. It is just the fourth time in 133 years that a team has scored more than 200 in Cape Town to win, and follows on from South Africa’s epic seven-wicket victory in Johannesburg in the second test when they needed 240 in the fourth innings. Read Also | Why are India complaining now? Saeed Ajmal reacts as his wounds from 2011 World Cup comes alive Petersen, who was the leading scorer in the series with 276 runs, was the anchor for the home side on a difficult wicket for batting, but there were also important unbeaten contributions from Rassie van der Dussen (41) and Temba Bavuma (32) as they put on 57 for the fourth wicket. The result means India are still in search of a first test series victory in South Africa having had high hopes when they won the opening match. The teams will now play three One-Day Internationals starting in Paarl on Wednesday.

Keegan Petersen shines as South Africa beat India by seven wickets in 3rd Test, seal series 2-1

<p>The Australian judge who blocked Novak Djokovic's deportation scheduled an emergency hearing late Friday, after the government cancelled the tennis star's visa for a second time.</p>

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<p>"A directions hearing will be conducted tonight at 8:45 pm (0945 GMT) before Judge Anthony Kelly of the Federal Circuit Court," a court spokesman said in a statement.</p>


The Australian judge who blocked Novak Djokovic's deportation scheduled an emergency hearing late Friday, after the government cancelled the tennis star's visa for a second time.

The Australian judge who blocked Novak Djokovic's deportation scheduled an emergency hearing late Friday, after the government cancelled the tennis star's visa for a second time. ALSO READ | Australian Open draw shaken up with World No. 1 Novak Djokovic's visa cancellation "A directions hearing will be conducted tonight at 8:45 pm (0945 GMT) before Judge Anthony Kelly of the Federal Circuit Court," a court spokesman said in a statement.

Australian judge to hold emergency Novak Djokovic hearing Friday: court

<p>The Australian government`s decision to cancel Novak Djokovic`s visa for a second time on Friday will shake up the Australian Open draw and could hand "Big Three" rival Rafa Nadal a boost in the race for the Grand Slam record.<br />
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Top seed and defending champion Djokovic had been bracketed to play fellow Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic in the first round during the draw on Thursday.<br />
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However, unless Djokovic successfully overturns the government`s decision for a second time through the courts, his place at the top of the draw will be taken by Russian fifth seed Andrey Rublev.<br />
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The 17th seed Gael Monfils, who had been bracketed to play unseeded Argentine Federico Coria, will move into Rublev`s original slot and take on Italian Gianluca Mager in the first round.<br />
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Kazakh world number 35 Alexander Bublik, who had been drawn to play a qualifier, will now move into Monfils` initial spot and play Coria.</p>

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<p>The vacant spot in the draw will be decided after qualifying. Djokovic`s withdrawal could mean he loses the world number one ranking if second seed Daniil Medvedev or third seed Alex Zverev win the tournament. It could also prove crucial in the all-time Grand Slam titles race, with Djokovic sharing the record of 20 championships with the absent Roger Federer and Nadal.<br />
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Sixth seed Nadal may be among the most pleased with Djokovic`s withdrawal. The Spanish great would have had to meet nine-times champion Djokovic in the semi-finals if the tournament progressed according to seeding.<br />
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Though a fine player, Rublev would seem a more manageable obstacle for Nadal, who won his sole Australian Open title in 2009 but made finals in 2012, 2014, 2017 and 2019.<br />
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Medvedev was rated second favourite by bookmakers behind Djokovic until the Serb`s visa cancellation. The Russian, who thrashed Djokovic in the U.S. Open final to win his maiden Grand Slam title, will likely be favourite when the tournament starts Monday.</p>


The Australian government`s decision to cancel Novak Djokovic`s visa for a second time on Friday will shake up the Australian Open draw and could hand "Big Three" rival Rafa Nadal a boost in the race for the Grand Slam record.

The Australian government`s decision to cancel Novak Djokovic`s visa for a second time on Friday will shake up the Australian Open draw and could hand "Big Three" rival Rafa Nadal a boost in the race for the Grand Slam record. Top seed and defending champion Djokovic had been bracketed to play fellow Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic in the first round during the draw on Thursday. However, unless Djokovic successfully overturns the government`s decision for a second time through the courts, his place at the top of the draw will be taken by Russian fifth seed Andrey Rublev. The 17th seed Gael Monfils, who had been bracketed to play unseeded Argentine Federico Coria, will move into Rublev`s original slot and take on Italian Gianluca Mager in the first round. Kazakh world number 35 Alexander Bublik, who had been drawn to play a qualifier, will now move into Monfils` initial spot and play Coria. ALSO READ | Australia cancels Novak Djokovic's visa again as deportation threat looms The vacant spot in the draw will be decided after qualifying. Djokovic`s withdrawal could mean he loses the world number one ranking if second seed Daniil Medvedev or third seed Alex Zverev win the tournament. It could also prove crucial in the all-time Grand Slam titles race, with Djokovic sharing the record of 20 championships with the absent Roger Federer and Nadal. Sixth seed Nadal may be among the most pleased with Djokovic`s withdrawal. The Spanish great would have had to meet nine-times champion Djokovic in the semi-finals if the tournament progressed according to seeding. Though a fine player, Rublev would seem a more manageable obstacle for Nadal, who won his sole Australian Open title in 2009 but made finals in 2012, 2014, 2017 and 2019. Medvedev was rated second favourite by bookmakers behind Djokovic until the Serb`s visa cancellation. The Russian, who thrashed Djokovic in the U.S. Open final to win his maiden Grand Slam title, will likely be favourite when the tournament starts Monday.

Australian Open draw shaken up with World No. 1 Novak Djokovic's visa cancellation

<p>World number one Novak Djokovic's new calendar year hasn't begun on the right note. The Serbian landed in Melbourne last week to take part in the Australian Open along with a medical exemption for Covid-19 vaccination, from the Victorian government. However, his visa wasn't cleared and his exemption was tarnished by the authorities at the airport as the 34-year-old was send to a detention centre, i.e. an immigration hotel in Melbourne, for four days.</p>

<p>On Monday (January 10), Djokovic won the court case against the Australian government as the&nbsp;Judge Anthony Kelly ordered the visa cancellation decision to be overturned and granted the Serbian's release from detention with immediate effect.&nbsp;In their court filings, the tennis star Djokovic's lawyers had mentioned that he had tested positive for COVID-19 in December 2021, hence, was granted a 'medical exemption' as the No. 1 ranked player was ineligible to get the jab for the next six months.</p>

<p>While Djokovic has started training in a bid for his 21st Grand Slam title during the forthcoming Australian Open, Immigration Minister Alex Hawke has a discretionary personal power which allows him to cancel the player's visa and get him deported out of the country. Hence, all is not over for the tennis superstar. In addition, Djokovic&nbsp;could face five-year jail term&nbsp;if he is found to have lied about his positive Covid test in Australia.</p>

<p>The Serbian sensationally admitted to lying on his entry declaration form&nbsp;and also interacted with others while knowingly infected with the deadly virus. In a sworn court affidavit relied upon by the Federal Circuit Court, Djokovic admitted of being aware of having the infection on 16 December. He said, "On 16 December 2021, I was tested and diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 (Covid)."</p>

<p>However, Djokovic contradicted his own statements and later mentioned in a public statement he was aware of carrying the virus only on 17 December. Under Australia’s Crimes Act, providing misleading information to the court is a crime for which one can be punishable for five years in prison.</p>

<p>Taking his original statement into account, Djokovic, thus, admitted to have broken Serbia’s Covid protocols and was seen out and about despite being positive. For the unversed, the Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabic had told the BBC&nbsp;that roaming outside despite a positive report&nbsp;is a ‘clear breach’.</p>

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<p><strong>More trouble for the Serbian?</strong></p>

<p>Per Article 248 - ‘Failure to Act Pursuant to Health Regulations During Epidemic’ - whoever doesn't adhere to the rules, he, or she, will face a maximum penalty of three years in prison. The findings have come forward following reports that the Australian Border Force is investigating Djokovic after concerns that the Serbian had incorrectly declared he had not travelled - and would not do so for 14 days - prior to his flight to&nbsp;Australia.</p>

<p>Recently, social media posts had made heads turn which appeared to show that Djokovic was in Belgrade on Christmas Day before flying Down Under -- from Spain -- on January 4. On Wednesday (January 12), the tennis star shared a lengthy post on his Instagram handle, where he shifted the blame of his agent who made a mistake in filling his travel form.</p>

<p>Djokovic wrote on his Instagram post, "My agent sincerely apologises for the administrative mistake in ticking the incorrect box about my previous travel before coming to Australia,” said Djokovic. “This was a human error and certainly not deliberate," he further added.</p>

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<p>As of now, the sporting fraternity have their eyes glued on the Australian immigration minister, who can still cancel Djokovic's visa and order his deportation, banning him from entering Australia for a period of three years. A decision is expected on Thursday (January 13).&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the other hand, the Australian Open 2022 edition is set to get underway on January 17.</p>

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World number one Novak Djokovic's new calendar year hasn't begun on the right note. The Serbian landed in Melbourne last week to take part in the Australian Open along with a medical exemption for Covid-19 vaccination, from the Victorian government.

World number one Novak Djokovic's new calendar year hasn't begun on the right note. The Serbian landed in Melbourne last week to take part in the Australian Open along with a medical exemption for Covid-19 vaccination, from the Victorian government. However, his visa wasn't cleared and his exemption was tarnished by the authorities at the airport as the 34-year-old was send to a detention centre, i.e. an immigration hotel in Melbourne, for four days. On Monday (January 10), Djokovic won the court case against the Australian government as the Judge Anthony Kelly ordered the visa cancellation decision to be overturned and granted the Serbian's release from detention with immediate effect. In their court filings, the tennis star Djokovic's lawyers had mentioned that he had tested positive for COVID-19 in December 2021, hence, was granted a 'medical exemption' as the No. 1 ranked player was ineligible to get the jab for the next six months. While Djokovic has started training in a bid for his 21st Grand Slam title during the forthcoming Australian Open, Immigration Minister Alex Hawke has a discretionary personal power which allows him to cancel the player's visa and get him deported out of the country. Hence, all is not over for the tennis superstar. In addition, Djokovic could face five-year jail term if he is found to have lied about his positive Covid test in Australia. The Serbian sensationally admitted to lying on his entry declaration form and also interacted with others while knowingly infected with the deadly virus. In a sworn court affidavit relied upon by the Federal Circuit Court, Djokovic admitted of being aware of having the infection on 16 December. He said, "On 16 December 2021, I was tested and diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 (Covid)." However, Djokovic contradicted his own statements and later mentioned in a public statement he was aware of carrying the virus only on 17 December. Under Australia’s Crimes Act, providing misleading information to the court is a crime for which one can be punishable for five years in prison. Taking his original statement into account, Djokovic, thus, admitted to have broken Serbia’s Covid protocols and was seen out and about despite being positive. For the unversed, the Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabic had told the BBC that roaming outside despite a positive report is a ‘clear breach’. × ALSO READ | Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic, Ashleigh Barty get top billings, Rafael Nadal to begin as 6th seed More trouble for the Serbian? Per Article 248 - ‘Failure to Act Pursuant to Health Regulations During Epidemic’ - whoever doesn't adhere to the rules, he, or she, will face a maximum penalty of three years in prison. The findings have come forward following reports that the Australian Border Force is investigating Djokovic after concerns that the Serbian had incorrectly declared he had not travelled - and would not do so for 14 days - prior to his flight to Australia. Recently, social media posts had made heads turn which appeared to show that Djokovic was in Belgrade on Christmas Day before flying Down Under -- from Spain -- on January 4. On Wednesday (January 12), the tennis star shared a lengthy post on his Instagram handle, where he shifted the blame of his agent who made a mistake in filling his travel form. Djokovic wrote on his Instagram post, "My agent sincerely apologises for the administrative mistake in ticking the incorrect box about my previous travel before coming to Australia,” said Djokovic. “This was a human error and certainly not deliberate," he further added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Novak Djokovic (@djokernole) × ALSO READ | After court battle, Novak Djokovic returns to court: Everything you need to know about Australian Open saga As of now, the sporting fraternity have their eyes glued on the Australian immigration minister, who can still cancel Djokovic's visa and order his deportation, banning him from entering Australia for a period of three years. A decision is expected on Thursday (January 13). On the other hand, the Australian Open 2022 edition is set to get underway on January 17. ×

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic could face 5-year jail term if found guilty of lying about Covid positive test

<p>&nbsp;South Africa lost Aiden Markram and then captain Dean Elgar as they reached 101/2 at stumps on day three of third Test at the Newlands Cricket Ground on Thursday. For the hosts, the impressive Keegan Petersen is unbeaten at 48 as South Africa still need 111 runs to win the match.<br />
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South Africa began well with Markram getting some streaky boundaries through the off-side off Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah. Amid high chatter from the Indian team, Shami extracted the outer edge twice from Markram. The first one went for a boundary between gully and backward point. But on the very next ball, Markram again went for the loose pull and outside edge flew to KL Rahul at third slip.<br />
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Keegan Petersen got off the mark with a well-timed off-drive through mid-off off Bumrah. He and Elgar oozed confidence while getting boundaries. Ravichandran Ashwin had Elgar trapped lbw on his third over of the day. Elgar reviewed and ball-tracking showed that the ball would go over the stumps, surprising the Indian team.</p>

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Post this, Petersen played some great-quality shots, cutting Shardul Thakur through off-side, bringing his delightful backfoot punch off Bumrah and reverse sweeping and cutting Ashwin with ease. He then picked a boundary flying past diving Pant off Shami followed by a drive through off-side to take South Africa past 100. Bumrah broke the 78-run partnership as Elgar was strangled down leg and Pant dived to his right to take the catch at the stroke of stumps.<br />
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Brief scores: India 223 in 77.3 overs and 198 in 67.3 overs (Rishabh Pant 100 not out, Virat Kohli 29; Marco Jansen 4/36, Lungi Ngidi 3/21) against South Africa in 76.3 overs and 101/2 in 29.4 overs (Keegan Petersen 48 not out, Dean Elgar 30; Mohammed Shami 1/22, Jasprit Bumrah 1/29), South Africa need 111 runs to win.</p>


South Africa lost Aiden Markram and then captain Dean Elgar as they reached 101/2 at stumps on day three of third Test at the Newlands Cricket Ground on Thursday.

South Africa lost Aiden Markram and then captain Dean Elgar as they reached 101/2 at stumps on day three of third Test at the Newlands Cricket Ground on Thursday. For the hosts, the impressive Keegan Petersen is unbeaten at 48 as South Africa still need 111 runs to win the match. South Africa began well with Markram getting some streaky boundaries through the off-side off Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah. Amid high chatter from the Indian team, Shami extracted the outer edge twice from Markram. The first one went for a boundary between gully and backward point. But on the very next ball, Markram again went for the loose pull and outside edge flew to KL Rahul at third slip. Keegan Petersen got off the mark with a well-timed off-drive through mid-off off Bumrah. He and Elgar oozed confidence while getting boundaries. Ravichandran Ashwin had Elgar trapped lbw on his third over of the day. Elgar reviewed and ball-tracking showed that the ball would go over the stumps, surprising the Indian team. Read Also | Sachin Tendulkar heaps praise on Rishabh Pant for his unbeaten ton against South Africa on Day 3 of 3rd Test Post this, Petersen played some great-quality shots, cutting Shardul Thakur through off-side, bringing his delightful backfoot punch off Bumrah and reverse sweeping and cutting Ashwin with ease. He then picked a boundary flying past diving Pant off Shami followed by a drive through off-side to take South Africa past 100. Bumrah broke the 78-run partnership as Elgar was strangled down leg and Pant dived to his right to take the catch at the stroke of stumps. Brief scores: India 223 in 77.3 overs and 198 in 67.3 overs (Rishabh Pant 100 not out, Virat Kohli 29; Marco Jansen 4/36, Lungi Ngidi 3/21) against South Africa in 76.3 overs and 101/2 in 29.4 overs (Keegan Petersen 48 not out, Dean Elgar 30; Mohammed Shami 1/22, Jasprit Bumrah 1/29), South Africa need 111 runs to win.

SA v IND: Markram, Elgar fall at stumps on Day 3 in South Africa's 212-run chase vs visitors in final Test

<p>Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar praised Rishabh Pant for unbeaten knock of 100 runs in the second innings on Day 3 of the ongoing third Test against South Africa here at Newlands, Cape Town on Thursday.</p>

<p>With India being bowled out for 198, South Africa have been set a target of 212 to win the series 2-1. Pant remained unbeaten at 100 to keep the Men in Blue in the game.</p>

<p>"A simply outstanding knock by @RishabhPant17 at a crucial stage! Well done. #SAvIND," tweeted Sachin. Former India batter VVS Laxman also took to his twitter and congratulated Pant for keeping `India in the game`.</p>

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<p>"He has scored Test tons in Australia and England before and this one in Cape Town is right up there with one of the best counter- attacking innings one would ever see. Has kept India in the game. Take a bow, #RishabhPant," tweeted Laxman.</p>

<p>Resuming after lunch at 130/4, India faced a major shock as the long partnership of Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant came to an end, after the Indian skipper was dismissed by Ngidi, with the team`s total at 152/5.</p>

<p>Pant was then joined by Ravichandran Ashwin who was also sent by Ngidi after getting caught out by Marco Jensen for just 7 runs. Ashwin`s dismissal was followed by Shardul Thakur`s wicket for 5 runs, with India`s total at 170/7.</p>

<p>Later, Kagiso Rabada struck back and sent Umesh Yadav back to the pavalion, without letting him open his account. Marco Jensen also scalped two wickets in the second session and dismissed Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah to restrict India to 198.&nbsp;</p>


Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar praised Rishabh Pant for unbeaten knock of 100 runs in the second innings on Day 3 of the ongoing third Test against South Africa here at Newlands, Cape Town on Thursday.

Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar praised Rishabh Pant for unbeaten knock of 100 runs in the second innings on Day 3 of the ongoing third Test against South Africa here at Newlands, Cape Town on Thursday. With India being bowled out for 198, South Africa have been set a target of 212 to win the series 2-1. Pant remained unbeaten at 100 to keep the Men in Blue in the game. "A simply outstanding knock by @RishabhPant17 at a crucial stage! Well done. #SAvIND," tweeted Sachin. Former India batter VVS Laxman also took to his twitter and congratulated Pant for keeping `India in the game`. Read Also | No communication from Ramiz Raja on his Four-Nation T20I series idea, reveals ICC CEO "He has scored Test tons in Australia and England before and this one in Cape Town is right up there with one of the best counter- attacking innings one would ever see. Has kept India in the game. Take a bow, #RishabhPant," tweeted Laxman. Resuming after lunch at 130/4, India faced a major shock as the long partnership of Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant came to an end, after the Indian skipper was dismissed by Ngidi, with the team`s total at 152/5. Pant was then joined by Ravichandran Ashwin who was also sent by Ngidi after getting caught out by Marco Jensen for just 7 runs. Ashwin`s dismissal was followed by Shardul Thakur`s wicket for 5 runs, with India`s total at 170/7. Later, Kagiso Rabada struck back and sent Umesh Yadav back to the pavalion, without letting him open his account. Marco Jensen also scalped two wickets in the second session and dismissed Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah to restrict India to 198.

Sachin Tendulkar heaps praise on Rishabh Pant for his unbeaten ton against South Africa on Day 3 of 3rd Test

<p>Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa commenced with the Virat Kohli-led Indian team 57-2, with an overall lead of 70 runs. Kohli &amp; Co. needed few good partnerships to take the lead beyond the 200-run mark as the visitors aimed to setup anything over 250 as target for the Proteas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, India's day started on a forgettable note, on Thursday (January 13),&nbsp;with Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane falling soon. Nonetheless, Captain Kohli was joined by keeper-batsman Rishabh Pant in the middle as the duo stitched a vital 94-run stand for the fifth-wicket to take India's score forward. While Kohli was watchful and kept on guiding the youngster at the other end, the 24-year-old Pant continued to add runs after his skipper's departure and went onto slam his fourth ton in the purest format of the game.</p>

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<p>With an unbeaten 100-run knock, Pant entered the record books among keeper-batters. The left-hander is the first Asian keeper-batsman to score a hundred in South Africa. He is also the first Indian keeper to score a ton in South Africa, England and Australia. In addition, the 24-year-old became only the second Indian keeper overall to score a triple-figure knock versus the Proteas (first in SA), after MS Dhoni. Also, Pant has most hundreds among Asian keeper-batters in SENA countries (3). Pakistan's former cricketer Moin Khan comes second in the list (2).</p>

<p><strong>INTERESTING STAT FOLLOWING INDIA's SECOND INNINGS</strong></p>

<p>This became the first instance in cricket history that all of Indian batters (20 wickets) were caught out in both innings.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Courtesy Pant's 100, India were bundled out for 198 in 67.3 overs in their second innings of the series decider, at Newlands, Cape Town on Thursday. Elgar &amp; Co. need 212 runs to win the match and attain a memorable series triumph against the No. 1 ranked Indian team.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Kohli &amp; Co. are still in contention to win their maiden Test series in the rainbow nation with a tricky total to defend.</p>


Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa commenced with the Virat Kohli-led Indian team 57-2, with an overall lead of 70 runs. Kohli & Co.

Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa commenced with the Virat Kohli-led Indian team 57-2, with an overall lead of 70 runs. Kohli & Co. needed few good partnerships to take the lead beyond the 200-run mark as the visitors aimed to setup anything over 250 as target for the Proteas. However, India's day started on a forgettable note, on Thursday (January 13), with Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane falling soon. Nonetheless, Captain Kohli was joined by keeper-batsman Rishabh Pant in the middle as the duo stitched a vital 94-run stand for the fifth-wicket to take India's score forward. While Kohli was watchful and kept on guiding the youngster at the other end, the 24-year-old Pant continued to add runs after his skipper's departure and went onto slam his fourth ton in the purest format of the game. ALSO READ | He has technical faults, will get more exposed in overseas conditions: Agarkar opines on Indian batter With an unbeaten 100-run knock, Pant entered the record books among keeper-batters. The left-hander is the first Asian keeper-batsman to score a hundred in South Africa. He is also the first Indian keeper to score a ton in South Africa, England and Australia. In addition, the 24-year-old became only the second Indian keeper overall to score a triple-figure knock versus the Proteas (first in SA), after MS Dhoni. Also, Pant has most hundreds among Asian keeper-batters in SENA countries (3). Pakistan's former cricketer Moin Khan comes second in the list (2). INTERESTING STAT FOLLOWING INDIA's SECOND INNINGS This became the first instance in cricket history that all of Indian batters (20 wickets) were caught out in both innings. ALSO READ | WATCH: Virat Kohli inspires Indian dugout to relentlessly cheer for pacers on Day 2 of 3rd Test Courtesy Pant's 100, India were bundled out for 198 in 67.3 overs in their second innings of the series decider, at Newlands, Cape Town on Thursday. Elgar & Co. need 212 runs to win the match and attain a memorable series triumph against the No. 1 ranked Indian team. On the other hand, Kohli & Co. are still in contention to win their maiden Test series in the rainbow nation with a tricky total to defend.

India vs SA, 3rd Test: Rishabh Pant enters record books with sensational ton on Day 3 in Cape Town

<p>Britain`s Andy Murray reached the Sydney Tennis Classic semi-finals after his opponent David Goffin was forced to retire in the middle of their last-eight match, here on Thursday.<br />
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Former World No 1 won the opening set 6-2 against the former world No 7 before Goffin pulled out of the match, just a game after receiving treatment to the back of his knee.<br />
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It is the first time that Murray has reached a tour-level semi-final since Antwerp in 2019. The Scot went on to win the title in Belgium three years ago, defeating former World No. 3 Stan Wawrinka in the final.<br />
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The wild card will now play American Reilly Opelka in the semi-finals following the fourth seed`s 7-6(4), 6-2 victory over countryman Brandon Nakashima in a 83-minute clash.</p>

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"It`s obviously been a while for me. I have been getting closer in the last few months, and my results would suggest that. So it`s good to get there this early in the season. Hopefully I can keep building from here and have a strong year," said Murray.<br />
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"I want to try and win tournaments again. That`s one of the reasons why I`m still playing, because I believe I can still do that. I`m a couple of matches away from winning another one and I`ll give it my best effort to do that," he added.<br />
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Meanwhile, top-seeded Russian Aslan Karatsev overcame Italy`s Lorenzo Sonego 6-2, 3-6, 6-2 to reach the semi-finals.<br />
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The World No 20, who was voted 2021 Most Improved Player of the Year, triumphed after two hours and 49 minutes in a hard-fought encounter.<br />
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Karatsev will now face Daniel Evans in the semis after the third seed edged American Maxime Cressy 6-4, 7-6(5) in one hour and 52 minute match. Evans won his first tour-level title in Australia last season at the Murray River Open in Melbourne.</p>


Britain`s Andy Murray reached the Sydney Tennis Classic semi-finals after his opponent David Goffin was forced to retire in the middle of their last-eight match, here on Thursday.

Britain`s Andy Murray reached the Sydney Tennis Classic semi-finals after his opponent David Goffin was forced to retire in the middle of their last-eight match, here on Thursday. Former World No 1 won the opening set 6-2 against the former world No 7 before Goffin pulled out of the match, just a game after receiving treatment to the back of his knee. It is the first time that Murray has reached a tour-level semi-final since Antwerp in 2019. The Scot went on to win the title in Belgium three years ago, defeating former World No. 3 Stan Wawrinka in the final. The wild card will now play American Reilly Opelka in the semi-finals following the fourth seed`s 7-6(4), 6-2 victory over countryman Brandon Nakashima in a 83-minute clash. Read Also | Australian Open: Crowds to be capped at 50% capacity under revised COVID-19 restrictions "It`s obviously been a while for me. I have been getting closer in the last few months, and my results would suggest that. So it`s good to get there this early in the season. Hopefully I can keep building from here and have a strong year," said Murray. "I want to try and win tournaments again. That`s one of the reasons why I`m still playing, because I believe I can still do that. I`m a couple of matches away from winning another one and I`ll give it my best effort to do that," he added. Meanwhile, top-seeded Russian Aslan Karatsev overcame Italy`s Lorenzo Sonego 6-2, 3-6, 6-2 to reach the semi-finals. The World No 20, who was voted 2021 Most Improved Player of the Year, triumphed after two hours and 49 minutes in a hard-fought encounter. Karatsev will now face Daniel Evans in the semis after the third seed edged American Maxime Cressy 6-4, 7-6(5) in one hour and 52 minute match. Evans won his first tour-level title in Australia last season at the Murray River Open in Melbourne.

Andy Murray defeats David Goffin to reach semi-final in Sydney Tennis Classic

<p>International Cricket Council (ICC) CEO Geoff Allardice, on Thursday said that he has received no communication from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja regarding the four-nation T20I series, involving both India and Pakistan.</p>

<p>Raja on Tuesday had said that he would make a proposal to the ICC about holding a four nations T20I series comprising both India and Pakistan to be held every year.</p>

<p>He voiced his opinion that he wants to see India, Pakistan, Australia, and England square off in the T20I series every year. The PCB chief also said that if this series indeed goes ahead, then the profits would be shared on a percentage basis with all ICC members.</p>

<p>"We have not had any correspondence or communication with Ramiz Raja regarding any of the ideas. Till we get more detail on what he is thinking, it is hard to comment. At this stage, we have had no communication with Ramiz Raja regarding his idea," said Allardice during a virtual interaction with select media on Thursday.</p>

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<p>Allardice also said that the management of the bio-secure bubble would be a real challenge at the upcoming U19 World Cup, adding that the bio-bubble in place would not be a strict one as the apex cricketing body wants players to enjoy the experience of playing in a World Cup.</p>

<p>The U19 World Cup will get underway in Guyana with hosts West Indies taking on Australia in the tournament opener on Friday, and a concurrent second game between Sri Lanka and Scotland will also take place in Georgetown.</p>

<p>"It`s a balance between the risk of catching and passing on the virus versus the freedom that young people are going to be looking for and allow them to enjoy the experience of being involved in an Under-19 World Cup as well. I think the management of that environment over the next few weeks is probably the challenge and being able to react to whatever gets thrown our way," said Allardice.</p>

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<p>When asked about the bio-bubble for the World Cup, Allardice said: "We are following a similar model to the Men`s T20 World Cup in the way that we manage the type of accommodation that we are using and the COVID-19 testing frequency. We did learn from the experience in the UAE and we have had other events which have been multi-teams competitions."</p>

<p>"I think majority of the squad members from participating countries are vaccinated for COVID-19. The teams play their matches at a reasonable frequency. So you go to the cricket ground, you play your match, you go back to the hotel accommodation, recover, and then a day or two later, you are back again," he added.&nbsp;</p>


International Cricket Council (ICC) CEO Geoff Allardice, on Thursday said that he has received no communication from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja regarding the four-nation T20I series, involving both India and Pakistan.

International Cricket Council (ICC) CEO Geoff Allardice, on Thursday said that he has received no communication from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja regarding the four-nation T20I series, involving both India and Pakistan. Raja on Tuesday had said that he would make a proposal to the ICC about holding a four nations T20I series comprising both India and Pakistan to be held every year. He voiced his opinion that he wants to see India, Pakistan, Australia, and England square off in the T20I series every year. The PCB chief also said that if this series indeed goes ahead, then the profits would be shared on a percentage basis with all ICC members. "We have not had any correspondence or communication with Ramiz Raja regarding any of the ideas. Till we get more detail on what he is thinking, it is hard to comment. At this stage, we have had no communication with Ramiz Raja regarding his idea," said Allardice during a virtual interaction with select media on Thursday. Read Also | India vs SA, 3rd Test: Rishabh Pant enters record books with sensational ton on Day 3 in Cape Town Allardice also said that the management of the bio-secure bubble would be a real challenge at the upcoming U19 World Cup, adding that the bio-bubble in place would not be a strict one as the apex cricketing body wants players to enjoy the experience of playing in a World Cup. The U19 World Cup will get underway in Guyana with hosts West Indies taking on Australia in the tournament opener on Friday, and a concurrent second game between Sri Lanka and Scotland will also take place in Georgetown. "It`s a balance between the risk of catching and passing on the virus versus the freedom that young people are going to be looking for and allow them to enjoy the experience of being involved in an Under-19 World Cup as well. I think the management of that environment over the next few weeks is probably the challenge and being able to react to whatever gets thrown our way," said Allardice. Read Also | England's Test captain Joe Root considering to enter IPL 2022 mega auction When asked about the bio-bubble for the World Cup, Allardice said: "We are following a similar model to the Men`s T20 World Cup in the way that we manage the type of accommodation that we are using and the COVID-19 testing frequency. We did learn from the experience in the UAE and we have had other events which have been multi-teams competitions." "I think majority of the squad members from participating countries are vaccinated for COVID-19. The teams play their matches at a reasonable frequency. So you go to the cricket ground, you play your match, you go back to the hotel accommodation, recover, and then a day or two later, you are back again," he added.

No communication from Ramiz Raja on his Four-Nation T20I series idea, reveals ICC CEO

<p>The football action continues across the globe as the first leg of the semi-final between Liverpool and Arsenal, of the&nbsp;EFL Cup 2021-22, is set to take place in the wee hours of Friday (January 14), IST. The&nbsp;match against Arsenal will finally go ahead after the string of Covid positive cases in the Liverpool camp early this month.</p>

<p>The first leg of the semi-final was set to take place a week before, i.e. on January 6, prior to the Covid-19 virus&nbsp;wreaking havoc in the schedule.&nbsp;"The first leg of the Carabao (League) Cup semi-final between Arsenal and Liverpool scheduled for Thursday 6 January 2022 has been postponed following a formal request by Liverpool due to a severe outbreak of COVID infections amongst their management and playing staff," the EFL said back then via a statement.</p>

<p>"The EFL has been in regular dialogue with the club over the past 48 hours in an attempt to understand whether the tie could proceed but significant developments over this period have resulted in the Club reporting an ever-increasing number of COVID cases," it added.</p>

<p>The second leg of the semi-final will take place on January 20&nbsp;at the Emirates.</p>

<p><strong>Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Where is the&nbsp;Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;match taking place?</strong></p>

<p>The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match will take place at Anfield, Liverpool.</p>

<p><strong>What time does the Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match begin?</strong></p>

<p>The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match begins at at 01:15 am IST on Friday (January 14).</p>

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<p><strong>How to watch live coverage of the Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match on TV?</strong></p>

<p>The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match will be televised on Colors Infinity in India.</p>

<p><strong>How to watch live coverage of Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match on the live streaming?</strong></p>

<p>The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup&nbsp;​​​​​​​match<strong>&nbsp;</strong>can be live-streamed on the Voot app and also on Jio TV.</p>


The football action continues across the globe as the first leg of the semi-final between Liverpool and Arsenal, of the EFL Cup 2021-22, is set to take place in the wee hours of Friday (January 14), IST.

The football action continues across the globe as the first leg of the semi-final between Liverpool and Arsenal, of the EFL Cup 2021-22, is set to take place in the wee hours of Friday (January 14), IST. The match against Arsenal will finally go ahead after the string of Covid positive cases in the Liverpool camp early this month. The first leg of the semi-final was set to take place a week before, i.e. on January 6, prior to the Covid-19 virus wreaking havoc in the schedule. "The first leg of the Carabao (League) Cup semi-final between Arsenal and Liverpool scheduled for Thursday 6 January 2022 has been postponed following a formal request by Liverpool due to a severe outbreak of COVID infections amongst their management and playing staff," the EFL said back then via a statement. "The EFL has been in regular dialogue with the club over the past 48 hours in an attempt to understand whether the tie could proceed but significant developments over this period have resulted in the Club reporting an ever-increasing number of COVID cases," it added. The second leg of the semi-final will take place on January 20 at the Emirates. Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match taking place? The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match will take place at Anfield, Liverpool. What time does the Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match begin? The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match begins at at 01:15 am IST on Friday (January 14). ALSO READ | Spanish Super Cup semis: Federico Valverde's extra-time winner gives Real Madrid 3-2 victory vs Barcelona How to watch live coverage of the Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match on TV? The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match will be televised on Colors Infinity in India. How to watch live coverage of Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match on the live streaming? The Liverpool vs Arsenal EFL Cup match can be live-streamed on the Voot app and also on Jio TV.

EFL Cup: When and where to watch Liverpool vs Arsenal Carabao Cup semi-final encounter?

<p>England's Test captain Joe Root has revealed that he is considering entering the upcoming IPL auction, four years after going unsold in the auction for the lucrative T20 league.</p>

<p>Considered one of the modern greats of the game, Root is yet to play in the IPL after going unsold in the 2018 auction. The 31-year-old batter, however, said he would look to play in the tournament only if it does not distract him from his Test career.</p>

<p>"Time is ticking but I have a lot to weigh up," Root said, according to ESPNcricinfo.Com.</p>

<p>"Will it have a negative impact on me playing Test cricket? If I don't think so then I will put myself in the auction. But I will never do anything that will detract from playing Test cricket for England. It's so important to make sure that is the priority for me and other players as well."</p>

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<p>Root had expressed his desire to play in the IPL earlier too even though he had decided against entering the auction. The mega-auction ahead of the upcoming season is scheduled to be held on February 12 and 13 in Bengaluru.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, Australian pacer Mitchell Starc said he was also contemplating making a comeback to the IPL after a lengthy hiatus despite a hectic schedule that includes touring the subcontinent and the T20 World Cup title defence at home later this year.</p>

<p>Starc, who last played in the IPL in 2015, said he hasn't made the decision yet but entering his name for the league's mega auction, the nominations for which close on Friday, is "certainly on the table."</p>

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<p>Starc clinched a contract worth Rs 9.4 crore with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2018 but had to be released because of an injury.<br />
Despite being one of the most valuable T20 bowlers, the left-arm pacer has featured in just two seasons of the IPL due to injury and workload management.</p>

<p>In the 27 matches that he played for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2014 and 2015, Starc snared 34 wickets at an economy rate of 7.16 and an impressive strike rate of 17.</p>


England's Test captain Joe Root has revealed that he is considering entering the upcoming IPL auction, four years after going unsold in the auction for the lucrative T20 league.

England's Test captain Joe Root has revealed that he is considering entering the upcoming IPL auction, four years after going unsold in the auction for the lucrative T20 league. Considered one of the modern greats of the game, Root is yet to play in the IPL after going unsold in the 2018 auction. The 31-year-old batter, however, said he would look to play in the tournament only if it does not distract him from his Test career. "Time is ticking but I have a lot to weigh up," Root said, according to ESPNcricinfo.Com. "Will it have a negative impact on me playing Test cricket? If I don't think so then I will put myself in the auction. But I will never do anything that will detract from playing Test cricket for England. It's so important to make sure that is the priority for me and other players as well." Read Also | WI vs IRE, 2nd ODI live streaming: When and where to watch West Indies vs Ireland match live online? Root had expressed his desire to play in the IPL earlier too even though he had decided against entering the auction. The mega-auction ahead of the upcoming season is scheduled to be held on February 12 and 13 in Bengaluru. On Wednesday, Australian pacer Mitchell Starc said he was also contemplating making a comeback to the IPL after a lengthy hiatus despite a hectic schedule that includes touring the subcontinent and the T20 World Cup title defence at home later this year. Starc, who last played in the IPL in 2015, said he hasn't made the decision yet but entering his name for the league's mega auction, the nominations for which close on Friday, is "certainly on the table." Read Also | Not UAE? BCCI contemplating staging IPL 2022 in Sri Lanka or South Africa as Plan B: Report Starc clinched a contract worth Rs 9.4 crore with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2018 but had to be released because of an injury. Despite being one of the most valuable T20 bowlers, the left-arm pacer has featured in just two seasons of the IPL due to injury and workload management. In the 27 matches that he played for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2014 and 2015, Starc snared 34 wickets at an economy rate of 7.16 and an impressive strike rate of 17.

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