Men`s singles top seed and World Championship silver medallist Kidambi Srikanth along with six other players was on Thursday forced to withdraw from the ongoing India Open badminton championship after testing positive for Covid-19. 
 
The others who tested positive for Covid-19 were doubles specialist Ashwini Ponnappa, Ritika Rahul Thakkar, Treesa Jolly, Mithun Manjunath, Simran Singhi, and Khushi Gupta. All have been asked to isolate themselves as per Covid-19 protocols. They will be allowed to leave New Delhi only after returning a negative RT-PCR test. 
 
The BWF World Tour Super 500 championship plunged into chaos ahead of the start of the second round of play here on Thursday with seven players withdrawing and the organisers deciding not to include replacements and go ahead with the competition, awarding walkover to their opponents. 
 
The players had undergone the RT-PCR tests on Tuesday as per the testing protocol for the event and the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced the results on early on Thursday morning.

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"Badminton World Federation (BWF) can confirm that seven players have been withdrawn from the India Open 2022 after testing positive for Covid-19," the BWF said in a statement. 
 
"The players returned a positive result to a mandatory RT-PCR test conducted on Tuesday. Doubles partners deemed close contact of the seven players have also been withdrawn from the tournament. The players will not be replaced in the main draw and their opponents will be given a walkover to the next round," the statement said. 
 
"Testing protocols have been implemented in accordance with Badminton World Federation and Badminton Association of India guidelines to ensure the health and safety of all participants," the statement added. 
 
Srikanth`s withdrawal from the event is a big setback for the Badminton Association of India as it was expecting to win all titles in the first event of the 2022 season. The 28-year-old from Andhra Pradesh is in great form as he had reached the final of the BWF World Championships in December.

Men`s singles top seed and World Championship silver medallist Kidambi Srikanth along with six other players was on Thursday forced to withdraw from the ongoing India Open badminton championship after testing positive for Covid-19.

Men`s singles top seed and World Championship silver medallist Kidambi Srikanth along with six other players was on Thursday forced to withdraw from the ongoing India Open badminton championship after testing positive for Covid-19. The others who tested positive for Covid-19 were doubles specialist Ashwini Ponnappa, Ritika Rahul Thakkar, Treesa Jolly, Mithun Manjunath, Simran Singhi, and Khushi Gupta. All have been asked to isolate themselves as per Covid-19 protocols. They will be allowed to leave New Delhi only after returning a negative RT-PCR test. The BWF World Tour Super 500 championship plunged into chaos ahead of the start of the second round of play here on Thursday with seven players withdrawing and the organisers deciding not to include replacements and go ahead with the competition, awarding walkover to their opponents. The players had undergone the RT-PCR tests on Tuesday as per the testing protocol for the event and the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced the results on early on Thursday morning. Read Also | 'One thing I am focusing on is to cut down big errors', says shuttler HS Prannoy "Badminton World Federation (BWF) can confirm that seven players have been withdrawn from the India Open 2022 after testing positive for Covid-19," the BWF said in a statement. "The players returned a positive result to a mandatory RT-PCR test conducted on Tuesday. Doubles partners deemed close contact of the seven players have also been withdrawn from the tournament. The players will not be replaced in the main draw and their opponents will be given a walkover to the next round," the statement said. "Testing protocols have been implemented in accordance with Badminton World Federation and Badminton Association of India guidelines to ensure the health and safety of all participants," the statement added. Srikanth`s withdrawal from the event is a big setback for the Badminton Association of India as it was expecting to win all titles in the first event of the 2022 season. The 28-year-old from Andhra Pradesh is in great form as he had reached the final of the BWF World Championships in December.

Indian Open 2022: Kidambi Srikanth among 7 Indians to test positive for Covid-19 infection

Tennis world No.1 Novak Djokovic was included in the Australian Open official draw on Thursday, although uncertainty remained about whether the government will cancel the top seed`s visa for a second time.

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke is weighing exercising his discretionary power to revoke Djokovic`s visa over concern about the star`s medical exemption from Australia`s COVID-19 vaccination requirements.

The 34-year-old defending champion, who was out practicing at the Rod Laver Arena earlier on Thursday, drew unseeded fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic for his opening round match, expected to be played on Monday or Tuesday.

Organiser Tennis Australia had delayed the official draw for more than an hour, without saying why.

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The controversy has assumed an importance that goes beyond tennis: it has intensified a global debate over the rights of the unvaccinated and become a tricky political issue for Prime Minister Scott Morrison as he campaigns for re-election.

Australia is due to hold an election by May, and while Morrison`s government has won support at home for its tough stance on border security before and during the pandemic, it has not escaped criticism over the botched handling of Djokovic`s visa.

Morrison declined to comment on Djokovic`s visa on Thursday.

Djokovic, a vaccine sceptic, fuelled widespread anger in Australia last week when he announced he was heading to Melbourne&nbsp;for the Australian Open with a medical exemption from requirements for visitors to be inoculated against COVID-19.

On his arrival, Australian Border Force officials decided his exemption was invalid and he was held alongside asylum-seekers at an immigration detention hotel for several days.

A court on Monday allowed him to stay on the grounds that officials had been "unreasonable" in the way they handled his interview in a seven-hour process in the middle of the night.

The government must now decide whether to let Djokovic remain and bid for a record 21st major title.

MISTAKES MADE

Djokovic`s cause was not helped by a mistake in his entry declaration, on which a box stating he had not travelled abroad in the two weeks prior to leaving for Australia was ticked. In fact, he had gone to Spain from Serbia.

Djokovic, 34, attributed the error to his agent and acknowledged he also should have rescheduled an interview and photoshoot for a French newspaper on Dec. 18 while infected with COVID-19.

Fans, including many Serbian Australians, gave him noisy support when he was detained. Anti-vaxxers have hailed him as a hero and his family have portrayed him as a champion of individual rights. But Djokovic may face hostility from the crowd if and when he walks out on court.

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There is widespread anger over the saga among Australians, who have a 90% vaccination rate among adults after enduring some of the world`s longest lockdowns aimed at curbing the pandemic.

Crowds at the Open`s main arenas will be capped at 50% capacity and masks will be mandatory for all spectators under updated COVID-19 restrictions announced on Thursday as authorities battle a surge of cases caused by the Omicron variant. 
"I don`t like his arrogance," Teyhan Ismain, a Melbourne resident, said on Wednesday. "It does seem that he`s been telling a few fibs too. So I think he should just probably go back."

There may also be resentment in the dressing room, where all but three of the top 100 men are inoculated. Tennis great Martina Navratilova told Australian television Djokovic should "suck it up" and return home.

"The bottom line is, sometimes your personal beliefs have to be trumped by what`s good for the greater good, for those around you, for your peers," she told Seven`s Sunrise programme. "You have two choices, get vaccinated or just don`t go play."

Tennis world No.1 Novak Djokovic was included in the Australian Open official draw on Thursday, although uncertainty remained about whether the government will cancel the top seed`s visa for a second time.

Tennis world No.1 Novak Djokovic was included in the Australian Open official draw on Thursday, although uncertainty remained about whether the government will cancel the top seed`s visa for a second time. Immigration Minister Alex Hawke is weighing exercising his discretionary power to revoke Djokovic`s visa over concern about the star`s medical exemption from Australia`s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. The 34-year-old defending champion, who was out practicing at the Rod Laver Arena earlier on Thursday, drew unseeded fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic for his opening round match, expected to be played on Monday or Tuesday. Organiser Tennis Australia had delayed the official draw for more than an hour, without saying why. Read Also | Amid deportation threat in Australia, Djokovic faces questions in Spain, Serbia The controversy has assumed an importance that goes beyond tennis: it has intensified a global debate over the rights of the unvaccinated and become a tricky political issue for Prime Minister Scott Morrison as he campaigns for re-election. Australia is due to hold an election by May, and while Morrison`s government has won support at home for its tough stance on border security before and during the pandemic, it has not escaped criticism over the botched handling of Djokovic`s visa. Morrison declined to comment on Djokovic`s visa on Thursday. Djokovic, a vaccine sceptic, fuelled widespread anger in Australia last week when he announced he was heading to Melbourne for the Australian Open with a medical exemption from requirements for visitors to be inoculated against COVID-19. On his arrival, Australian Border Force officials decided his exemption was invalid and he was held alongside asylum-seekers at an immigration detention hotel for several days. A court on Monday allowed him to stay on the grounds that officials had been "unreasonable" in the way they handled his interview in a seven-hour process in the middle of the night. The government must now decide whether to let Djokovic remain and bid for a record 21st major title. MISTAKES MADE Djokovic`s cause was not helped by a mistake in his entry declaration, on which a box stating he had not travelled abroad in the two weeks prior to leaving for Australia was ticked. In fact, he had gone to Spain from Serbia. Djokovic, 34, attributed the error to his agent and acknowledged he also should have rescheduled an interview and photoshoot for a French newspaper on Dec. 18 while infected with COVID-19. Fans, including many Serbian Australians, gave him noisy support when he was detained. Anti-vaxxers have hailed him as a hero and his family have portrayed him as a champion of individual rights. But Djokovic may face hostility from the crowd if and when he walks out on court. Read Also | World No. 1 Novak Djokovic could face 5-year jail term if found guilty of lying about Covid positive test There is widespread anger over the saga among Australians, who have a 90% vaccination rate among adults after enduring some of the world`s longest lockdowns aimed at curbing the pandemic. Crowds at the Open`s main arenas will be capped at 50% capacity and masks will be mandatory for all spectators under updated COVID-19 restrictions announced on Thursday as authorities battle a surge of cases caused by the Omicron variant. "I don`t like his arrogance," Teyhan Ismain, a Melbourne resident, said on Wednesday. "It does seem that he`s been telling a few fibs too. So I think he should just probably go back." There may also be resentment in the dressing room, where all but three of the top 100 men are inoculated. Tennis great Martina Navratilova told Australian television Djokovic should "suck it up" and return home. "The bottom line is, sometimes your personal beliefs have to be trumped by what`s good for the greater good, for those around you, for your peers," she told Seven`s Sunrise programme. "You have two choices, get vaccinated or just don`t go play."

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic in Australian Open draw as visa decision looms

Actor Siddharth, most popularly known for his role in Bollywood cult classic Rang De Basanti, landed himself in trouble when he left a distasteful remark on badminton star Saina Nehwal's tweet, where the shuttler had expressed her concern over the recent security breach of PM Modi's visit to Punjab. For the unversed, PM's convoy was stuck in traffic for close to 20 minutes, due to the farmers' protests, before he returned to the airport in Bathinda on January 5.&nbsp;

Thus, Saina had taken to her Twitter handle and wrote, "No nation can claim itself to be safe if the security of its own PM gets compromised. I condemn, in the strongest words possible, the cowardly attack on PM Modi by anrachists."

To this, Siddharth had tweeted, "Subtle cock champion of the world Thank God we have protectors of India (sic)." This, led to a widespread criticism of the actor for his usage of words on the social media platform; with&nbsp;National Commission for Women (NCW) urging the&nbsp;DGP Maharashtra to take strict action.&nbsp;

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On Tuesday (January 11), Siddharth issued an apology and wrote, "Dear Saina, I want to apologise to you for my rude joke that I wrote as a response to a tweet of yours a few days ago. I may disagree with you on many things, but even my disappointment or anger when I read your tweet, cannot justify my tone and words. I know I have more grace in me than that. As for the jokeif a joke needs to be explained, then it wasn’t a very good joke to begin with. Sorry about a joke that didn’t land."

"I, however, must insist my word play and humour had none of the malicious intent that so many people from all quarters have attributed to it. I am a staunch feminist ally and I assure there was no gender implied in my tweet and certainly no intent to attack you as a woman. I hope we can put this behind us and that you will accept my letter. You will always be my Champion. Honestly, Siddharth."

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In response to Siddharth's apology, the star shuttler and one-time Olympic medallist Saina has also reacted to his comments. In an interaction with Times Now, Saina said, "Good he has apologised. Shouldn’t be using these words for a woman. I was surprised to see myself trending on Twitter. I’ve never interacted with him but all I can say is God bless him." Earlier, Siddharth had defended his comments by tweeting, "Cock and bull. That`s the reference. Reading otherwise is unfair and leading. Nothing disrespectful was intended, said or insinuated. Period."

With the actor's apology and Saina's acceptance, it seems the matter will gradually die down. Nonetheless, all might not be over for Siddharth as the NSW chairperson, Rekha Sharma, has filed a complaint against the actor. It remains to be seen if any action will be taken against him.

Actor Siddharth, most popularly known for his role in Bollywood cult classic Rang De Basanti, landed himself in trouble when he left a distasteful remark on badminton star Saina Nehwal's tweet, where the shuttler had expressed her concern over the recent security breach of PM Modi's visit to Punjab.

Actor Siddharth, most popularly known for his role in Bollywood cult classic Rang De Basanti, landed himself in trouble when he left a distasteful remark on badminton star Saina Nehwal's tweet, where the shuttler had expressed her concern over the recent security breach of PM Modi's visit to Punjab. For the unversed, PM's convoy was stuck in traffic for close to 20 minutes, due to the farmers' protests, before he returned to the airport in Bathinda on January 5. Thus, Saina had taken to her Twitter handle and wrote, "No nation can claim itself to be safe if the security of its own PM gets compromised. I condemn, in the strongest words possible, the cowardly attack on PM Modi by anrachists." To this, Siddharth had tweeted, "Subtle cock champion of the world Thank God we have protectors of India (sic)." This, led to a widespread criticism of the actor for his usage of words on the social media platform; with National Commission for Women (NCW) urging the DGP Maharashtra to take strict action. ALSO READ | Siddharth vs Nehwal: NCW asks DGP Maharashtra to take action as actor defends 'lewd' comments on shuttler On Tuesday (January 11), Siddharth issued an apology and wrote, "Dear Saina, I want to apologise to you for my rude joke that I wrote as a response to a tweet of yours a few days ago. I may disagree with you on many things, but even my disappointment or anger when I read your tweet, cannot justify my tone and words. I know I have more grace in me than that. As for the jokeif a joke needs to be explained, then it wasn’t a very good joke to begin with. Sorry about a joke that didn’t land." "I, however, must insist my word play and humour had none of the malicious intent that so many people from all quarters have attributed to it. I am a staunch feminist ally and I assure there was no gender implied in my tweet and certainly no intent to attack you as a woman. I hope we can put this behind us and that you will accept my letter. You will always be my Champion. Honestly, Siddharth." Dear @NSaina pic.twitter.com/plkqxVKVxY — Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) January 11, 2022 × ALSO READ | Very wrong to make such derogatory statement, Siddharth should apologise: Saina Nehwal's father In response to Siddharth's apology, the star shuttler and one-time Olympic medallist Saina has also reacted to his comments. In an interaction with Times Now, Saina said, "Good he has apologised. Shouldn’t be using these words for a woman. I was surprised to see myself trending on Twitter. I’ve never interacted with him but all I can say is God bless him." Earlier, Siddharth had defended his comments by tweeting, "Cock and bull. That`s the reference. Reading otherwise is unfair and leading. Nothing disrespectful was intended, said or insinuated. Period." With the actor's apology and Saina's acceptance, it seems the matter will gradually die down. Nonetheless, all might not be over for Siddharth as the NSW chairperson, Rekha Sharma, has filed a complaint against the actor. It remains to be seen if any action will be taken against him.

'Shouldn't be using these words....' - Saina Nehwal reacts as actor Siddharth apologies for his 'rude joke'

&nbsp;Jasprit Bumrah`s dominant bowling performance backed up by a gritty batting performance by Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli helped India recover some lost ground against South Africa on Day 2 of the ongoing third Test here at Newlands, Cape Town on Wednesday.

At stumps, India`s score read 57/2-- with the visitors extending their lead to 70 runs. Kohli (14*) and Pujara (9*) are currently unbeaten at the crease.

After gaining a lead of 13 runs, India openers KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal put on 20 runs for the first wicket, and the stand was finally broken by Kagiso Rabada as he dismissed Mayank (7).

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In the very next over, Marco Jansen got the better of KL Rahul (10) and India was reduced to 24/2. Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara then rallied the Indian innings, and the duo ensured that India does not lose more wickets before stumps. Earlier, Jasprit Bumrah took five wickets as India bowled out South Africa for 210 in the first innings on Day 2.

India took a slender 13-run lead after an excellent bowling effort.Resuming the third and final session on Day 2 at 176/7, Keegan Petersen and Kagiso Rabada added three more runs to the total before Petersen (72) was sent back to the pavilion by Bumrah.

Kagiso Rabada and Duanne Olivier added 21 more runs to the total, but this partnership was cut short by Shardul Thakur as he dismissed Rabada (15), reducing South Africa to 200/9. In the end, Proteas were bowled out for 210.

On the opening day of the Test, India was bowled out for 223 with skipper Virat Kohli top-scoring with a knock of 79. Kagiso Rabada scalped four wickets for the Proteas.

Brief Scores: India 223 and 57/2 (Virat Kohli 14*, Cheteshwar Pujara 9*; Marco Jansen 1-7); South Africa 210 (Keegan Petersen 72, Temba Bavuma 28; Jasprit Bumrah 5-42).

Jasprit Bumrah`s dominant bowling performance backed up by a gritty batting performance by Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli helped India recover some lost ground against South Africa on Day 2 of the ongoing third Test here at Newlands, Cape Town on Wednesday.

Jasprit Bumrah`s dominant bowling performance backed up by a gritty batting performance by Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli helped India recover some lost ground against South Africa on Day 2 of the ongoing third Test here at Newlands, Cape Town on Wednesday. At stumps, India`s score read 57/2-- with the visitors extending their lead to 70 runs. Kohli (14*) and Pujara (9*) are currently unbeaten at the crease. After gaining a lead of 13 runs, India openers KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal put on 20 runs for the first wicket, and the stand was finally broken by Kagiso Rabada as he dismissed Mayank (7). Read Also | India vs SA, Cape Town Test: Kohli achieves unique ton, joins stalwarts Tendulkar, Dravid in elite list In the very next over, Marco Jansen got the better of KL Rahul (10) and India was reduced to 24/2. Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara then rallied the Indian innings, and the duo ensured that India does not lose more wickets before stumps. Earlier, Jasprit Bumrah took five wickets as India bowled out South Africa for 210 in the first innings on Day 2. India took a slender 13-run lead after an excellent bowling effort.Resuming the third and final session on Day 2 at 176/7, Keegan Petersen and Kagiso Rabada added three more runs to the total before Petersen (72) was sent back to the pavilion by Bumrah. Kagiso Rabada and Duanne Olivier added 21 more runs to the total, but this partnership was cut short by Shardul Thakur as he dismissed Rabada (15), reducing South Africa to 200/9. In the end, Proteas were bowled out for 210. On the opening day of the Test, India was bowled out for 223 with skipper Virat Kohli top-scoring with a knock of 79. Kagiso Rabada scalped four wickets for the Proteas. Brief Scores: India 223 and 57/2 (Virat Kohli 14*, Cheteshwar Pujara 9*; Marco Jansen 1-7); South Africa 210 (Keegan Petersen 72, Temba Bavuma 28; Jasprit Bumrah 5-42).

India vs SA, 3rd Test: Jasprit Bumrah's 5 for 42 headlines India's recovery at stumps on Day 2

U.S. prosecutors on Wednesday announced charges against a Texas therapist for allegedly distributing performance-enhancing drugs to athletes participating in the Olympic Games held in Tokyo last summer.

The charges against Eric Lira, unsealed by federal prosecutors in Manhattan, marked the first U.S. criminal accusations of doping related to the Tokyo games, which were initially scheduled for 2020 but delayed by one year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Lira, an El Paso, Texas-based therapist, was arrested on Wednesday and was expected to appear later Wednesday before a federal judge in Texas.

The complaint did not identify any athletes who allegedly received drugs, including human growth hormone and erythopoietin, used to boost production of red blood cells, from Lira.

U.S. prosecutors on Wednesday announced charges against a Texas therapist for allegedly distributing performance-enhancing drugs to athletes participating in the Olympic Games held in Tokyo last summer.

U.S. prosecutors on Wednesday announced charges against a Texas therapist for allegedly distributing performance-enhancing drugs to athletes participating in the Olympic Games held in Tokyo last summer. The charges against Eric Lira, unsealed by federal prosecutors in Manhattan, marked the first U.S. criminal accusations of doping related to the Tokyo games, which were initially scheduled for 2020 but delayed by one year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read Also | De Villiers spills the beans on retirement, says IPL 14 held in two halves affected 'enjoyment of cricket' Lira, an El Paso, Texas-based therapist, was arrested on Wednesday and was expected to appear later Wednesday before a federal judge in Texas. The complaint did not identify any athletes who allegedly received drugs, including human growth hormone and erythopoietin, used to boost production of red blood cells, from Lira.

Therapist accused of giving athletes performance-enhancing drugs for Tokyo Olympics

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy said that he will be focusing on improving his physical abilities to avoid any major errors in the upcoming tournaments. Prannoy is currently competing in the ongoing India Open, which is part of the BWF World Tour 500 tournament series in New Delhi.

Talking about his plans for Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, Prannoy told ANI, "Not really thought about it because we have quite a few tournaments before Commonwealth games or Asian Games and obviously to qualify convincingly from our country is one of the toughest task. So I haven`t really thought about it. I will be focusing on the ongoing tournaments and focus on how physically you can get better each day and trying to avoid mistakes in keeping up your physical stakes better, that is one big thing I am focusing on- trying to cut down on big errors. The things which we lack in looking after our body, so that is one thing I am really keen on working."

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The shuttler also said he is currently learning few new shots as it is important for a player to have a variety in his game before starting a new season. "Yes, we were working on some shots which I was not able to pull off during the last few months and at this level its very important to always have some surprise shot ready with you, especially when you are starting a new season and when you have a little bit of time, it is very important for you to try few new shots and I think I was trying to do that for sometime now. It will take time but today I was able to get a couple of shots and I can it was a good sign for me," said Prannoy.

"It is not important that whether it was successful or not. The important thing is that you tried some shots on the court because practice sessions are much easier where you can try but during tournaments, you don`t feel like doing anything else because of your sched. But, yeah today some of my shots were successful, some of them were as I had planned but I was really happy with the feeling that I tried new shots today," he added.

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Prannoy has entered into the next round of the India Open on Wednesday after defeating Spanish veteran Pablo Abian by 21-14, 21-7 in 33 minutes.

"I have not thought about any rankings or any plans as such to get into in these 20 months. When you keep expectations, there is a lot of pressure on yourself, which you can see on the court. For me its better not keeping any goals as such. Just working on things that I am not really confident on and if those things are coming better on court then I am happy," said Prannoy.

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy said that he will be focusing on improving his physical abilities to avoid any major errors in the upcoming tournaments. Prannoy is currently competing in the ongoing India Open, which is part of the BWF World Tour 500 tournament series in New Delhi.

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy said that he will be focusing on improving his physical abilities to avoid any major errors in the upcoming tournaments. Prannoy is currently competing in the ongoing India Open, which is part of the BWF World Tour 500 tournament series in New Delhi. Talking about his plans for Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, Prannoy told ANI, "Not really thought about it because we have quite a few tournaments before Commonwealth games or Asian Games and obviously to qualify convincingly from our country is one of the toughest task. So I haven`t really thought about it. I will be focusing on the ongoing tournaments and focus on how physically you can get better each day and trying to avoid mistakes in keeping up your physical stakes better, that is one big thing I am focusing on- trying to cut down on big errors. The things which we lack in looking after our body, so that is one thing I am really keen on working." Read Also | 'Shouldn't be using these words....' - Saina Nehwal reacts as actor Siddharth apologies for his 'rude joke' The shuttler also said he is currently learning few new shots as it is important for a player to have a variety in his game before starting a new season. "Yes, we were working on some shots which I was not able to pull off during the last few months and at this level its very important to always have some surprise shot ready with you, especially when you are starting a new season and when you have a little bit of time, it is very important for you to try few new shots and I think I was trying to do that for sometime now. It will take time but today I was able to get a couple of shots and I can it was a good sign for me," said Prannoy. "It is not important that whether it was successful or not. The important thing is that you tried some shots on the court because practice sessions are much easier where you can try but during tournaments, you don`t feel like doing anything else because of your sched. But, yeah today some of my shots were successful, some of them were as I had planned but I was really happy with the feeling that I tried new shots today," he added. Read Also | Siddharth vs Nehwal: NCW asks DGP Maharashtra to take action as actor defends 'lewd' comments on shuttler Prannoy has entered into the next round of the India Open on Wednesday after defeating Spanish veteran Pablo Abian by 21-14, 21-7 in 33 minutes. "I have not thought about any rankings or any plans as such to get into in these 20 months. When you keep expectations, there is a lot of pressure on yourself, which you can see on the court. For me its better not keeping any goals as such. Just working on things that I am not really confident on and if those things are coming better on court then I am happy," said Prannoy.

'One thing I am focusing on is to cut down big errors', says shuttler HS Prannoy

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said he was staying positive that Mohamed Salah would sign a new contract at the club and said contract negotiations were nothing to worry about.

Egypt international Salah, the Premier League`s top scorer this season with 16 goals, is contracted to Liverpool until 2023 and maintains that he wants to stay at the club.

Contact negotiations are in progress and in an interview with GQ magazine, the 29-year-old Salah said he was not demanding "crazy things", but added the situation was in the club`s hands.

The subject inevitably turned to Salah when Klopp spoke to reporters in his news conference ahead of Liverpool`s League Cup semi-final against Arsenal on Thursday.

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"I`m very positive about it but I don`t think it makes sense that you speak on behalf of the fans because I`m pretty sure the fans are not as nervous as you are," Klopp said.

"They know the club pretty long and know the people dealing here with the different things pretty long, so I think there are enough reasons for being positive. But as long as it is not done we cannot say anything about it.

"But, good conversations -- that`s what I can say."

Former Chelsea player Salah has been a fundamental part of Liverpool`s success under Klopp, scoring 111 Premier League goals in four-and-a-half seasons at Anfield.

His interview with GQ, in which he said whether he stays or goes "is not in my hands" would have worried Liverpool`s fans who adore him and sing his name with passion.

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"Nowadays it`s dangerous with these interviews. We know, I know that Mo wants to say, we want him to stay. That`s where we are. These things take time, I cannot change it," Klopp said.

"There are so many things in negotiations. It`s a third party too with the agent, it`s nothing to worry about; it`s a normal process."

The first leg of the League Cup semi-final was originally scheduled for last week at Arsenal but was postponed because of the COVID-19 situation at Liverpool which resulted in the club`s training ground being closed.

Anfield will now host the first leg and Klopp says he now has a strong squad to choose from, although Salah will be missing, as will Sadio Mane, because of African Cup of Nations duty. Full back Trent Alexander Arnold and keeper Alisson are both available after being ruled out by positive COVID-19 tests.

"All players who aren`t injured or in Africa are available," Klopp said. "Trent and Ali trained yesterday. Div (Divock Origi) and Thiago not. That`s it pretty much."

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said he was staying positive that Mohamed Salah would sign a new contract at the club and said contract negotiations were nothing to worry about.

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said he was staying positive that Mohamed Salah would sign a new contract at the club and said contract negotiations were nothing to worry about. Egypt international Salah, the Premier League`s top scorer this season with 16 goals, is contracted to Liverpool until 2023 and maintains that he wants to stay at the club. Contact negotiations are in progress and in an interview with GQ magazine, the 29-year-old Salah said he was not demanding "crazy things", but added the situation was in the club`s hands. The subject inevitably turned to Salah when Klopp spoke to reporters in his news conference ahead of Liverpool`s League Cup semi-final against Arsenal on Thursday. Read Also | El Clasico: When and where to watch Barcelona vs Real Madrid Supercopa semi-final encounter? "I`m very positive about it but I don`t think it makes sense that you speak on behalf of the fans because I`m pretty sure the fans are not as nervous as you are," Klopp said. "They know the club pretty long and know the people dealing here with the different things pretty long, so I think there are enough reasons for being positive. But as long as it is not done we cannot say anything about it. "But, good conversations -- that`s what I can say." Former Chelsea player Salah has been a fundamental part of Liverpool`s success under Klopp, scoring 111 Premier League goals in four-and-a-half seasons at Anfield. His interview with GQ, in which he said whether he stays or goes "is not in my hands" would have worried Liverpool`s fans who adore him and sing his name with passion. Read Also | ISL 2021-22: Ishan Pandita's goal helps Jamshedpur FC defeat East Bengal 1-0 in Goa "Nowadays it`s dangerous with these interviews. We know, I know that Mo wants to say, we want him to stay. That`s where we are. These things take time, I cannot change it," Klopp said. "There are so many things in negotiations. It`s a third party too with the agent, it`s nothing to worry about; it`s a normal process." The first leg of the League Cup semi-final was originally scheduled for last week at Arsenal but was postponed because of the COVID-19 situation at Liverpool which resulted in the club`s training ground being closed. Anfield will now host the first leg and Klopp says he now has a strong squad to choose from, although Salah will be missing, as will Sadio Mane, because of African Cup of Nations duty. Full back Trent Alexander Arnold and keeper Alisson are both available after being ruled out by positive COVID-19 tests. "All players who aren`t injured or in Africa are available," Klopp said. "Trent and Ali trained yesterday. Div (Divock Origi) and Thiago not. That`s it pretty much."

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp 'staying positive' of Mohamed Salah signing new contract

AB de Villiers remains a big name in world cricket. Having announced a sudden retirement from international cricket in early 2018, with 8765, 9577 and 1,672 runs in Tests, ODIs and T20Is respectively, the former Proteas captain made the headlines as it was widely speculated that he will make a comeback at the highest level for the 2021 T20 World Cup. However, all such speculations were finally put to rest by the man himself in early last year.&nbsp;

Nonetheless, the right-handed batter ABD continued to make headlines by playing competitive cricket before announcing his retirement from all forms of the game post IPL 2021. In a series of tweets, de Villiers wrote, "It has been an incredible journey, but I have decided to retire from all cricket. Ever since the back yard matches with my older brothers, I have played the game with pure enjoyment and unbridled enthusiasm. Now, at the age of 37, that flame no longer burns so brightly.

"That’s the reality I must accept - and, even if it may seem sudden, that is why I am making this announcement today. I’ve had my time. Cricket has been exceptionally kind to me," he added.

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Recently, the former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) recruit ABD opened up on his retirement decision and revealed that IPL 2021 being held in two halves affected his 'enjoyment of cricket'. Speaking to TimesLive, de Villiers opined, "Cricketing wise, it has been coming for quite some time, it's always been about enjoyment for me. And the minute where I felt the difficulty of travelling and being there at the IPL for two and half to three months a year, specifically with this one that was spilt into two, bubbles and this and that made things very complicated with regards to cricket and the enjoyment thereof."

"I found myself on the park where scoring runs and doing well for the team didn't really match with everything that goes with it anymore and that is where the balance started leading towards hanging my gloves up. I have never been the guy who is going to push every single bit of energy of my ability and my cricketing skill, I have always played for the enjoyment of the game. And the minute that sort of started going down, I knew it was time for me to move on," he further added.

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For the unversed, IPL 14 was the first-ever season to be played in two parts. The first leg was indefinitely postponed midway due to the second wave of Covid-19 in India. Hence, the second and final leg was hosted in the UAE in late 2021. De Villiers ended his IPL career by amassing 5,162 runs -- sixth-most overall -- with 40 half-centuries and three centuries at a whopping strike-rate of 151.68.

AB de Villiers remains a big name in world cricket. Having announced a sudden retirement from international cricket in early 2018, with 8765, 9577 and 1,672 runs in Tests, ODIs and T20Is respectively, the former Proteas captain made the headlines as it was widely speculated that he will make a comeback at the highest level for the 2021 T20 World Cup.

AB de Villiers remains a big name in world cricket. Having announced a sudden retirement from international cricket in early 2018, with 8765, 9577 and 1,672 runs in Tests, ODIs and T20Is respectively, the former Proteas captain made the headlines as it was widely speculated that he will make a comeback at the highest level for the 2021 T20 World Cup. However, all such speculations were finally put to rest by the man himself in early last year. Nonetheless, the right-handed batter ABD continued to make headlines by playing competitive cricket before announcing his retirement from all forms of the game post IPL 2021. In a series of tweets, de Villiers wrote, "It has been an incredible journey, but I have decided to retire from all cricket. Ever since the back yard matches with my older brothers, I have played the game with pure enjoyment and unbridled enthusiasm. Now, at the age of 37, that flame no longer burns so brightly. "That’s the reality I must accept - and, even if it may seem sudden, that is why I am making this announcement today. I’ve had my time. Cricket has been exceptionally kind to me," he added. ALSO READ | 'Certainly an option' - Aussie speedster Mitchel Starc willing to put his name for IPL 2022 mega auction Recently, the former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) recruit ABD opened up on his retirement decision and revealed that IPL 2021 being held in two halves affected his 'enjoyment of cricket'. Speaking to TimesLive, de Villiers opined, "Cricketing wise, it has been coming for quite some time, it's always been about enjoyment for me. And the minute where I felt the difficulty of travelling and being there at the IPL for two and half to three months a year, specifically with this one that was spilt into two, bubbles and this and that made things very complicated with regards to cricket and the enjoyment thereof." "I found myself on the park where scoring runs and doing well for the team didn't really match with everything that goes with it anymore and that is where the balance started leading towards hanging my gloves up. I have never been the guy who is going to push every single bit of energy of my ability and my cricketing skill, I have always played for the enjoyment of the game. And the minute that sort of started going down, I knew it was time for me to move on," he further added. ALSO READ | IPL 2022 mega auction in Bengaluru as dates confirmed after governing council meeting For the unversed, IPL 14 was the first-ever season to be played in two parts. The first leg was indefinitely postponed midway due to the second wave of Covid-19 in India. Hence, the second and final leg was hosted in the UAE in late 2021. De Villiers ended his IPL career by amassing 5,162 runs -- sixth-most overall -- with 40 half-centuries and three centuries at a whopping strike-rate of 151.68.

De Villiers spills the beans on retirement, says IPL 14 held in two halves affected 'enjoyment of cricket'

Day 2 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa was lived upto expectations on Wednesday (January 12). The opening day, on Tuesday,&nbsp;saw Virat Kohli-led India get dismissed for 223 before Dean Elgar-led South Africa went to stumps at 13-1. The second day's play started with Jasprit Bumrah quickly removing Aiden Markram and his 5 for 42 restricted the Proteas for 210, enabling a slender 13-run lead for the visitors.

During the course of the first two sessions, Captain Virat Kohli was on a roll with his field placements, bowling changes and catches. The 33-year-old Kohli, whose century-drought with the bat has still not ended, completed a unique ton by plucking his 100th catch with his effort to remove Temba Bavuma&nbsp;off Mohammed Shami's bowling. With this, Kohli joined an elite list spearheaded by current Team India head coach Rahul Dravid.

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For the unversed, Dravid has most catches among fielders in Tests (210). The other Indians in the list are VVS Laxman (135), Sachin Tendulkar (115), Sunil Gavaskar (108) and Mohammad&nbsp;Azharuddin (105). Kohli has now taken the 6th spot among Indians whereas his former Test deputy Ajinkya Rahane follows suit (with 99 catches).

The overall list also includes yesteryear superstars such as Mahela Jayawardene, Mark Waugh, Ricky Ponting, Stephen Fleming, Graeme Smith, Alastair Cook, Jacques Kallis, etc.

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On Day 1 of the series decider, at Newlands, Cape Town, Kohli's gritty 79 also stood tall as India managed only 223 in the first innings. With a 13-run lead, Kohli &amp; Co. will now look to go for the kill by setting up a target in excess of 250 to challenge the Dean Elgar-led side in their own backyard.&nbsp;

India are on the cusp of winning their maiden Test series on South African soil as the three-match series is currently tied at 1-1.

Day 2 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa was lived upto expectations on Wednesday (January 12). The opening day, on Tuesday, saw Virat Kohli-led India get dismissed for 223 before Dean Elgar-led South Africa went to stumps at 13-1.

Day 2 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa was lived upto expectations on Wednesday (January 12). The opening day, on Tuesday, saw Virat Kohli-led India get dismissed for 223 before Dean Elgar-led South Africa went to stumps at 13-1. The second day's play started with Jasprit Bumrah quickly removing Aiden Markram and his 5 for 42 restricted the Proteas for 210, enabling a slender 13-run lead for the visitors. During the course of the first two sessions, Captain Virat Kohli was on a roll with his field placements, bowling changes and catches. The 33-year-old Kohli, whose century-drought with the bat has still not ended, completed a unique ton by plucking his 100th catch with his effort to remove Temba Bavuma off Mohammed Shami's bowling. With this, Kohli joined an elite list spearheaded by current Team India head coach Rahul Dravid. ALSO READ | [PICS] Team India players celebrate head coach Rahul Dravid's 49th birthday after Day 1 of 3rd Test For the unversed, Dravid has most catches among fielders in Tests (210). The other Indians in the list are VVS Laxman (135), Sachin Tendulkar (115), Sunil Gavaskar (108) and Mohammad Azharuddin (105). Kohli has now taken the 6th spot among Indians whereas his former Test deputy Ajinkya Rahane follows suit (with 99 catches). The overall list also includes yesteryear superstars such as Mahela Jayawardene, Mark Waugh, Ricky Ponting, Stephen Fleming, Graeme Smith, Alastair Cook, Jacques Kallis, etc. ALSO READ | 'He’s entertaining but...' - Brad Hogg opines on Pant, advises Dravid to not have a word with him On Day 1 of the series decider, at Newlands, Cape Town, Kohli's gritty 79 also stood tall as India managed only 223 in the first innings. With a 13-run lead, Kohli & Co. will now look to go for the kill by setting up a target in excess of 250 to challenge the Dean Elgar-led side in their own backyard. India are on the cusp of winning their maiden Test series on South African soil as the three-match series is currently tied at 1-1.

India vs SA, Cape Town Test: Kohli achieves unique ton, joins stalwarts Tendulkar, Dravid in elite list

Australian star pacer Mitchel Starc is considering putting&nbsp;his name in the IPL 2022 mega auction, which will be held in Bengaluru on February 12 and 13. &nbsp;&nbsp;

It’s been seven years since the 31-year-old Starc played in the Indian Premier League, citing workload management and injuries concerns. Earlier, he had played 27 matches for the Virat Kohli-starrer Royal Challenger Bangalore (RCB) from 2012 to 2015 in the cash-rich league.&nbsp;

"I've got two days to get my paperwork in, so that might be something to do today before training. I've not put my name down just yet, but I've got a couple more days to decide on that. It's certainly on the table regardless of what the schedule has got coming up," Cricket.com.au cited Starc's remarks ahead of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Hobart.&nbsp;

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"I haven't been for six years or so. Obviously, with a heavy weighting towards T20s over the last period of time and the World Cup coming up later this year, that's one to take into consideration as well. There's a bit going on with scheduling and what-not to get our heads around, certainly for us multi-format players," he further added.&nbsp;

Australia has a tight schedule in the first half of the year 2022; including three ODIs and a T20 to be played with New Zealand before five T20Is against Sri Lanka at home. Thereafter, they travel to Pakistan for a multi-format tour, then to New Zealand for yet another white-ball tour before the players head to the IPL. Despite the busy schedule, Starc said he was very much thinking of the IPL.

“The schedules are quite jam-packed, when you throw in all the tours, obviously we've got a couple of white-ball series post the Ashes before that Pakistan tour. Then you take in consideration the IPL, then a Sri Lankan tour after that, so it's a massive six months of cricket for everyone, but certainly for those multi-format players," he said.

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The Australian fast bowler&nbsp;intends to be the only fast bowler to play all five Ashes Tests. While there was concern about Starc's workload after he took just one wicket in the fourth Test in Sydney, the left-arm pacer laughed off any notion that he would need to be rested.&nbsp;

"I'm not looking for a break," he added. "It's the last Test match of the Ashes series and it's the pink ball too. I'd very much like to play. I guess it's in the hands of the selectors but I won't be asking for a rest."

Australian star pacer Mitchel Starc is considering putting his name in the IPL 2022 mega auction, which will be held in Bengaluru on February 12 and 13. It’s been seven years since the 31-year-old Starc played in the Indian Premier League, citing workload management and injuries concerns.

Australian star pacer Mitchel Starc is considering putting his name in the IPL 2022 mega auction, which will be held in Bengaluru on February 12 and 13. It’s been seven years since the 31-year-old Starc played in the Indian Premier League, citing workload management and injuries concerns. Earlier, he had played 27 matches for the Virat Kohli-starrer Royal Challenger Bangalore (RCB) from 2012 to 2015 in the cash-rich league. "I've got two days to get my paperwork in, so that might be something to do today before training. I've not put my name down just yet, but I've got a couple more days to decide on that. It's certainly on the table regardless of what the schedule has got coming up," Cricket.com.au cited Starc's remarks ahead of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Hobart. Read Also | Jay Shah wants Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar to take up supporting role in Indian cricket: Report "I haven't been for six years or so. Obviously, with a heavy weighting towards T20s over the last period of time and the World Cup coming up later this year, that's one to take into consideration as well. There's a bit going on with scheduling and what-not to get our heads around, certainly for us multi-format players," he further added. Australia has a tight schedule in the first half of the year 2022; including three ODIs and a T20 to be played with New Zealand before five T20Is against Sri Lanka at home. Thereafter, they travel to Pakistan for a multi-format tour, then to New Zealand for yet another white-ball tour before the players head to the IPL. Despite the busy schedule, Starc said he was very much thinking of the IPL. “The schedules are quite jam-packed, when you throw in all the tours, obviously we've got a couple of white-ball series post the Ashes before that Pakistan tour. Then you take in consideration the IPL, then a Sri Lankan tour after that, so it's a massive six months of cricket for everyone, but certainly for those multi-format players," he said. Read Also | Ravichandran Ashwin holds on to second place, Kyle Jamieson climbs to third in ICC Test Bowling Rankings The Australian fast bowler intends to be the only fast bowler to play all five Ashes Tests. While there was concern about Starc's workload after he took just one wicket in the fourth Test in Sydney, the left-arm pacer laughed off any notion that he would need to be rested. "I'm not looking for a break," he added. "It's the last Test match of the Ashes series and it's the pink ball too. I'd very much like to play. I guess it's in the hands of the selectors but I won't be asking for a rest."

'Certainly an option' - Aussie speedster Mitchel Starc willing to put his name for IPL 2022 mega auction

There is plenty of action in store for the football fans as Barcelona will lock horns with arch-rivals Real Madrid in the&nbsp;semifinals of the Supercopa de Espana (i.e. the Spanish Super Cup) at a neutral venue in Riyadh on Thursday (January 13).&nbsp;

The last time both sides faced each other was in La Liga in October, 2021. During the clash, Real exposed the fragilities in Barca camp, who were coping up with Lionel Messi's sudden exit and one of its worst financial crisis, to lose the game 2-1. Ahead of the much-awaited El Clasico clash, Barcelona have been bolstered further with as many as five players recovering from injuries.

Being the semi-final, naturally a lot is at stake for both sides. The prize for the victors will be a place in Sunday's summit clash against either the defending Liga champions, Atletico Madrid, or Athletic Club, who will lock horns in the second semi-final on Thursday.

Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match:

Where is the&nbsp;Supercopa El Clasico&nbsp;Barcelona vs Real Madrid match taking place?

The Barcelona vs Real Madrid&nbsp;Supercopa El Clasico match will take place at the King Fahd Stadium, Riyadh (Saudi Arabia).

What time does the Supercopa El Clasico&nbsp;Barcelona vs Real Madrid match begin?

The Barcelona vs Real Madrid Supercopa El Clasico begins at 12:30 AM IST on Thursday (January 13).

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How to watch live coverage of the Supercopa El Clasico&nbsp;Barcelona vs Real Madrid&nbsp;match on TV?

The Supercopa El Clasico match between Barcelona and Real Madrid will be not be broadcast live on any of the Indian channels.

How to watch live coverage of Supercopa El Clasico&nbsp;Barcelona vs Real Madrid&nbsp;match on the live streaming?

The Supercopa El Clasico&nbsp;Barcelona vs Real Madrid&nbsp;match&nbsp;will be live streamed on JioTV.

There is plenty of action in store for the football fans as Barcelona will lock horns with arch-rivals Real Madrid in the semifinals of the Supercopa de Espana (i.

There is plenty of action in store for the football fans as Barcelona will lock horns with arch-rivals Real Madrid in the semifinals of the Supercopa de Espana (i.e. the Spanish Super Cup) at a neutral venue in Riyadh on Thursday (January 13). The last time both sides faced each other was in La Liga in October, 2021. During the clash, Real exposed the fragilities in Barca camp, who were coping up with Lionel Messi's sudden exit and one of its worst financial crisis, to lose the game 2-1. Ahead of the much-awaited El Clasico clash, Barcelona have been bolstered further with as many as five players recovering from injuries. Being the semi-final, naturally a lot is at stake for both sides. The prize for the victors will be a place in Sunday's summit clash against either the defending Liga champions, Atletico Madrid, or Athletic Club, who will lock horns in the second semi-final on Thursday. Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the Supercopa El Clasico Barcelona vs Real Madrid match taking place? The Barcelona vs Real Madrid Supercopa El Clasico match will take place at the King Fahd Stadium, Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). What time does the Supercopa El Clasico Barcelona vs Real Madrid match begin? The Barcelona vs Real Madrid Supercopa El Clasico begins at 12:30 AM IST on Thursday (January 13). ALSO READ | El Clasico: Barcelona get injury boost as five players declared fit for Spanish Super Cup clash vs Real Madrid How to watch live coverage of the Supercopa El Clasico Barcelona vs Real Madrid match on TV? The Supercopa El Clasico match between Barcelona and Real Madrid will be not be broadcast live on any of the Indian channels. How to watch live coverage of Supercopa El Clasico Barcelona vs Real Madrid match on the live streaming? The Supercopa El Clasico Barcelona vs Real Madrid match will be live streamed on JioTV.

El Clasico: When and where to watch Barcelona vs Real Madrid Supercopa semi-final encounter?

Team India off-spinner Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the forthcoming ODI series against South Africa after testing positive for Covid-19 during the camp in Bengaluru.

Sundar was supposed to travel to Cape Town with the ODI members on Wednesday and join the rest of the squad ahead of the ODI series starting January 19. The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Jayant Yadav as replacement for Sundar.

The Committee also added fast bowler Navdeep Saini to the ODI squad as a back-up for Mohammed Siraj who is still recovering from his hamstring injury that he sustained in the 2nd Test against South Africa in Johannesburg, the BCCI said in a statement on Wednesday.

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India`s ODI squad: KL Rahul (Captain), Jasprit Bumrah (vice-captain), Shikhar Dhawan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Yuzvendra Chahal, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Prasidh Krishna, Shardul Thakur, Md. Siraj, Jayant Yadav, Navdeep Saini.

Team India off-spinner Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the forthcoming ODI series against South Africa after testing positive for Covid-19 during the camp in Bengaluru.

Team India off-spinner Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the forthcoming ODI series against South Africa after testing positive for Covid-19 during the camp in Bengaluru. Sundar was supposed to travel to Cape Town with the ODI members on Wednesday and join the rest of the squad ahead of the ODI series starting January 19. The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Jayant Yadav as replacement for Sundar. The Committee also added fast bowler Navdeep Saini to the ODI squad as a back-up for Mohammed Siraj who is still recovering from his hamstring injury that he sustained in the 2nd Test against South Africa in Johannesburg, the BCCI said in a statement on Wednesday. Read Also | 'He’s entertaining but...' - Brad Hogg opines on Pant, advises Dravid to not have a word with him India`s ODI squad: KL Rahul (Captain), Jasprit Bumrah (vice-captain), Shikhar Dhawan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Yuzvendra Chahal, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Prasidh Krishna, Shardul Thakur, Md. Siraj, Jayant Yadav, Navdeep Saini.

India vs South Africa ODIs: Jayant Yadav replaces Washington Sundar, Navdeep Saini also included

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