Argentina striker Lionel Messi and Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo headlined the nominations for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2021 revealed the governing body. The winners of awards will be revealed at an online ceremony on January 17 2022. The candidates have been selected by two expert panels - one for women`s football and one for men`s football. Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has also been shortlisted for the awards following his incredible form this year.Magdalena Eriksson, Pernille Harder and Ji Soyun are some of the prominent names shortlisted for the awards.

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"Public voting is open on FIFA.com and will run until 23:59 CET on 10 December 2021," FIFA said in a statement. The apex body of football will announce the three finalists in each of the seven categories listed above in early January 2022.

Argentina striker Lionel Messi and Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo headlined the nominations for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2021 revealed the governing body.

Argentina striker Lionel Messi and Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo headlined the nominations for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2021 revealed the governing body. The winners of awards will be revealed at an online ceremony on January 17 2022. The candidates have been selected by two expert panels - one for women`s football and one for men`s football. Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has also been shortlisted for the awards following his incredible form this year.Magdalena Eriksson, Pernille Harder and Ji Soyun are some of the prominent names shortlisted for the awards. ALSO READ | Cuban woman claims Argentina's great late Diego Maradona raped her as teenager, ''stole my childhood'' "Public voting is open on FIFA.com and will run until 23:59 CET on 10 December 2021," FIFA said in a statement. The apex body of football will announce the three finalists in each of the seven categories listed above in early January 2022.

Superstar duo Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi headline nominees for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Two-time Olympic medallist and star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu will be contesting the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Athletes` Commission election scheduled to be held on December 17, 2021.Sindhu is the only current Athletes` Commission member standing for re-election. She was first elected in 2017 and is one of six women representatives running this cycle. "World champion and two-time Olympic medallist Pusarla V. Sindhu is the only current Athletes` Commission member standing for re-election," BWF said in a statement.

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"The elections for the BWF Athletes` Commission 2021- 2025 will take place on Friday 17 December 2021 during the TotalEnergies BWF World Championships 2021 in Huelva, Spain. Nine candidates have been nominated for the available six positions," the governing body further said. Joining Sindhu is Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games women`s doubles gold medallist Greysia Polii."I would like to assist my fellow players to achieve their dreams and help them out with their requests around competing on the international circuit," said Polii of her nomination. According to BWF, the Chair of the Athletes` Commission is elected by the new Athletes` Commission and that person becomes a BWF Council Member after the vetting process required under the BWF constitution.&nbsp;

Two-time Olympic medallist and star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu will be contesting the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Athletes` Commission election scheduled to be held on December 17, 2021.

Two-time Olympic medallist and star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu will be contesting the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Athletes` Commission election scheduled to be held on December 17, 2021.Sindhu is the only current Athletes` Commission member standing for re-election. She was first elected in 2017 and is one of six women representatives running this cycle. "World champion and two-time Olympic medallist Pusarla V. Sindhu is the only current Athletes` Commission member standing for re-election," BWF said in a statement. ALSO READ | 'Not just ice cream...': PV Sindhu reveals other plans after winning bronze medal at Tokyo Olympics "The elections for the BWF Athletes` Commission 2021- 2025 will take place on Friday 17 December 2021 during the TotalEnergies BWF World Championships 2021 in Huelva, Spain. Nine candidates have been nominated for the available six positions," the governing body further said. Joining Sindhu is Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games women`s doubles gold medallist Greysia Polii."I would like to assist my fellow players to achieve their dreams and help them out with their requests around competing on the international circuit," said Polii of her nomination. According to BWF, the Chair of the Athletes` Commission is elected by the new Athletes` Commission and that person becomes a BWF Council Member after the vetting process required under the BWF constitution.

PV Sindhu set to contest BWF Athletes' Commission election in December

Mavys Alvarez, a Cuban woman who had a relationship with late soccer star Diego Maradona two decades ago, told a news conference on Monday that the Argentine player had raped her when she was a teenager and "stolen her childhood."

Alvarez, now 37, gave testimony last week to an Argentine Ministry of Justice court that is investigating her allegations of trafficking against Maradona`s former entourage, linked to events when she was 16. 
Maradona, widely considered one of the greatest ever soccer stars, died a year ago on Nov. 25, 2020. The complaint relates to a journey Alvarez took to Argentina with Maradona in 2001, when he was around 40 and she was 16.

Alvarez said that she first met the soccer star shortly before the trip, when he was in Cuba to undergo drug addiction treatment. At a news conference in Buenos Aires, Alvarez said Maradona had raped her in the clinic in Havana where he was staying, while her mother was in the next room.

"He covers my mouth, he rapes me, I don`t want to think about it too much," Alvarez said. "I stopped being a girl, all my innocence was stolen from me. It`s hard. You stop living the innocent things that a girl of that age has to experience."

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Matias Morla, Maradona`s lawyer before his death, did not respond to a request for comment. Reuters could not identify other legal representatives for Maradona in the case. Alvarez has previously described the relationship in media interviews as consensual, but also said that Maradona had at least on one occasion forced himself upon her. 
She said that her family had only allowed a relationship with the star to happen, despite the large age gap, because of Maradona`s friendship with the late Cuban President Fidel Castro.

"My family would never have accepted it if the Cuban government had not been involved," she said. "They were forced in another way to accept a relationship that was not good for them, or for anyone." 
Cuba`s government did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Alvarez said she had filed the complaint "in order to help all women, all victims of trafficking, of crime," she said. "To be able to help them in whatever way I can. That`s my idea."

She said it was hard to be back in Argentina, where Maradona remains a hero to many. "It`s hard to be in his country, to see that he is everywhere, he is an idol and at the same time everything I remember about him as a person feels ugly," she said.

Mavys Alvarez, a Cuban woman who had a relationship with late soccer star Diego Maradona two decades ago, told a news conference on Monday that the Argentine player had raped her when she was a teenager and "stolen her childhood.

Mavys Alvarez, a Cuban woman who had a relationship with late soccer star Diego Maradona two decades ago, told a news conference on Monday that the Argentine player had raped her when she was a teenager and "stolen her childhood." Alvarez, now 37, gave testimony last week to an Argentine Ministry of Justice court that is investigating her allegations of trafficking against Maradona`s former entourage, linked to events when she was 16. Maradona, widely considered one of the greatest ever soccer stars, died a year ago on Nov. 25, 2020. The complaint relates to a journey Alvarez took to Argentina with Maradona in 2001, when he was around 40 and she was 16. Alvarez said that she first met the soccer star shortly before the trip, when he was in Cuba to undergo drug addiction treatment. At a news conference in Buenos Aires, Alvarez said Maradona had raped her in the clinic in Havana where he was staying, while her mother was in the next room. "He covers my mouth, he rapes me, I don`t want to think about it too much," Alvarez said. "I stopped being a girl, all my innocence was stolen from me. It`s hard. You stop living the innocent things that a girl of that age has to experience." ALSO READ | Cristiano Ronaldo pays heartfelt tribute to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after Manchester United sacking Matias Morla, Maradona`s lawyer before his death, did not respond to a request for comment. Reuters could not identify other legal representatives for Maradona in the case. Alvarez has previously described the relationship in media interviews as consensual, but also said that Maradona had at least on one occasion forced himself upon her. She said that her family had only allowed a relationship with the star to happen, despite the large age gap, because of Maradona`s friendship with the late Cuban President Fidel Castro. "My family would never have accepted it if the Cuban government had not been involved," she said. "They were forced in another way to accept a relationship that was not good for them, or for anyone." Cuba`s government did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Alvarez said she had filed the complaint "in order to help all women, all victims of trafficking, of crime," she said. "To be able to help them in whatever way I can. That`s my idea." She said it was hard to be back in Argentina, where Maradona remains a hero to many. "It`s hard to be in his country, to see that he is everywhere, he is an idol and at the same time everything I remember about him as a person feels ugly," she said.

Cuban woman claims Argentina's great late Diego Maradona raped her as teenager, ''stole my childhood''

Liverpool expect Porto to be highly motivated for Wednesday`s Champions League group stage meeting and will not take their opponents lightly despite having qualified for the last 16, manager Juergen Klopp said on Tuesday.

Liverpool, seven points ahead of second-placed Porto in Group B, were comfortable 5-1 winners in the away fixture in September, with Klopp saying the Portuguese outfit would be eager to avenge that heavy defeat.

"The last game was really unlucky for them. They were without their centre back pairing, had an injury early on and we scored at the wrong times for them and right times for us," Klopp told reporters.

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"We know our opponent will be motivated on the highest level for two main reasons. One, we won there in a way that they didn`t like... and on the other hand if they win they have the final game of the group against Atletico Madrid."

Atletico trail Porto by a point and face AC Milan, who sit bottom with one point, in Wednesday`s other Group B clash.

Klopp said midfielder Jordan Henderson and left back Andy Robertson were both available to start following their recent return from injury, but added he would decide on their participation closer to the game.

"We always respect the competition and but we have to think about ourselves, our schedule and the situation of our players first," said the German.

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"Hendo we`ll see, yesterday maybe he wasn`t 100%, he could play and do pretty much everything... Robbo`s similar, both are okay and ready to start, but with the schedule coming up, we have to make decisions."

Porto's visit to Anfield is the first of four matches in 11 days for Liverpool, with Premier League games against Southampton, Everton and Wolverhampton Wanderers to follow.

Liverpool expect Porto to be highly motivated for Wednesday`s Champions League group stage meeting and will not take their opponents lightly despite having qualified for the last 16, manager Juergen Klopp said on Tuesday.

Liverpool expect Porto to be highly motivated for Wednesday`s Champions League group stage meeting and will not take their opponents lightly despite having qualified for the last 16, manager Juergen Klopp said on Tuesday. Liverpool, seven points ahead of second-placed Porto in Group B, were comfortable 5-1 winners in the away fixture in September, with Klopp saying the Portuguese outfit would be eager to avenge that heavy defeat. "The last game was really unlucky for them. They were without their centre back pairing, had an injury early on and we scored at the wrong times for them and right times for us," Klopp told reporters. ALSO READ: Mauricio Pochettino likely to leave PSG as Manchester United confident of appointing him as new manager "We know our opponent will be motivated on the highest level for two main reasons. One, we won there in a way that they didn`t like... and on the other hand if they win they have the final game of the group against Atletico Madrid." Atletico trail Porto by a point and face AC Milan, who sit bottom with one point, in Wednesday`s other Group B clash. Klopp said midfielder Jordan Henderson and left back Andy Robertson were both available to start following their recent return from injury, but added he would decide on their participation closer to the game. "We always respect the competition and but we have to think about ourselves, our schedule and the situation of our players first," said the German. ALSO READ: Zidane to reunite with Ronaldo? 3 contenders who can replace Solskjaer as new Man Utd manager "Hendo we`ll see, yesterday maybe he wasn`t 100%, he could play and do pretty much everything... Robbo`s similar, both are okay and ready to start, but with the schedule coming up, we have to make decisions." Porto's visit to Anfield is the first of four matches in 11 days for Liverpool, with Premier League games against Southampton, Everton and Wolverhampton Wanderers to follow.

Champions League: Liverpool cannot be complacent against Porto, says manager Jurgen Klopp

Rohit Sharma-led Team India thrashed New Zealand 3-0 in the three T20Is. Following the T20 World Cup debacle, the Men in Blue beat the Black Caps to kick off a new era in Indian cricket. Post the T20 WC, there have been wholesome changes in the Indian cricket with head coach Ravi Shastri, bowling coach Bharat Arun and fielding coach R Sridhar stepping aside from their respective posts.&nbsp;

Hence, Rahul Dravid has stepped in as the head coach whereas Rohit took over from Virat Kohli as India's captain in the shortest format. In Dravid-Rohit's first assignment, India emerged on top of the Kiwis and whitewashed the T20 WC 2021's runners-up. However, Dravid won hearts when he recently praised the Kiwis and said that it was always going to be tough on them to prepare and fight in&nbsp;the bilateral T20Is, after getting only a three-day gap post the&nbsp;World Cup final.&nbsp;

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Dravid told broadcasters Star Sports after the third T20I in Kolkata, "We have to keep our feet on the ground and be realistic, especially with bigger things down the line in the next 12 months. It's not easy for New Zealand to play a World Cup final, turn up three days later, and play three games in six days. We knew it was never going to be easy on them."

Hence, former Pakistan captain Salman Butt has lavished praise on Dravid. Speaking on his Youtube channel, Butt said, "It only reflects utmost clarity and humility. And very realistic and professional talk because India did win but the other team just came from a World Cup final and hence it is not easy to mentally prepare for another international series so fast. They (New Zealand) also lost the toss. When you play so much international cricket, there is a difference in intensity as well. So he did take all these factors into account when making that statement. Yes India tested their bench strength, there was a new captain, new coach and they managed to win. But he is keeping them in line for the hunt. The actual target is the next target which will be in the next 10 months. So this is absolutely the correct and needed approach."

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Post the T20Is, India will now look to dominate the Kane Williamson-led Kiwis in the two-match Test series, starting from November 25 (Thursday) in Kanpur. The first Test will see Ajinkya Rahane lead the side whereas regular captain Virat Kohli is expected to join forces with head coach Dravid for the second and final Test, which will be held at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on December 3.

Rohit Sharma-led Team India thrashed New Zealand 3-0 in the three T20Is. Following the T20 World Cup debacle, the Men in Blue beat the Black Caps to kick off a new era in Indian cricket.

Rohit Sharma-led Team India thrashed New Zealand 3-0 in the three T20Is. Following the T20 World Cup debacle, the Men in Blue beat the Black Caps to kick off a new era in Indian cricket. Post the T20 WC, there have been wholesome changes in the Indian cricket with head coach Ravi Shastri, bowling coach Bharat Arun and fielding coach R Sridhar stepping aside from their respective posts. Hence, Rahul Dravid has stepped in as the head coach whereas Rohit took over from Virat Kohli as India's captain in the shortest format. In Dravid-Rohit's first assignment, India emerged on top of the Kiwis and whitewashed the T20 WC 2021's runners-up. However, Dravid won hearts when he recently praised the Kiwis and said that it was always going to be tough on them to prepare and fight in the bilateral T20Is, after getting only a three-day gap post the World Cup final. ALSO READ | KL Rahul ruled out of NZ Tests due to injury, Suryakumar Yadav named replacement Dravid told broadcasters Star Sports after the third T20I in Kolkata, "We have to keep our feet on the ground and be realistic, especially with bigger things down the line in the next 12 months. It's not easy for New Zealand to play a World Cup final, turn up three days later, and play three games in six days. We knew it was never going to be easy on them." Hence, former Pakistan captain Salman Butt has lavished praise on Dravid. Speaking on his Youtube channel, Butt said, "It only reflects utmost clarity and humility. And very realistic and professional talk because India did win but the other team just came from a World Cup final and hence it is not easy to mentally prepare for another international series so fast. They (New Zealand) also lost the toss. When you play so much international cricket, there is a difference in intensity as well. So he did take all these factors into account when making that statement. Yes India tested their bench strength, there was a new captain, new coach and they managed to win. But he is keeping them in line for the hunt. The actual target is the next target which will be in the next 10 months. So this is absolutely the correct and needed approach." ALSO READ | 'Not easy for NZ to...' - Rahul Dravid sympathises with Black Caps after India whitewash T20I series Post the T20Is, India will now look to dominate the Kane Williamson-led Kiwis in the two-match Test series, starting from November 25 (Thursday) in Kanpur. The first Test will see Ajinkya Rahane lead the side whereas regular captain Virat Kohli is expected to join forces with head coach Dravid for the second and final Test, which will be held at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on December 3.

Former Pak captain praises Rahul Dravid for his 'was never going to be easy on NZ' remark post T20I series

India shuttler Lakshya Sen on Tuesday bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open. World number one Kento Momota defeated Lakshya Sen 23-21, 21-15 in a match that lasted for 53 minutes.

Earlier on Tuesday, India shuttler Parupalli Kashyap bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open. Kashyap suffered a defeat against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew.

The Indian shuttler suffered an 11-21, 14-21 defeat in the match that lasted for 32 minutes.

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The men's doubles pair of MR Arjun and Dhruv Kapila also suffered a loss and as a result, the duo bowed out of the tournament.

South Korea's duo of Choi SoI Gyu and Kim Won Ho defeated Arjun and Kapila 22-20, 21-13. The entire game lasted for just 41 minutes.&nbsp;

India shuttler Lakshya Sen on Tuesday bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open. World number one Kento Momota defeated Lakshya Sen 23-21, 21-15 in a match that lasted for 53 minutes.

India shuttler Lakshya Sen on Tuesday bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open. World number one Kento Momota defeated Lakshya Sen 23-21, 21-15 in a match that lasted for 53 minutes. Earlier on Tuesday, India shuttler Parupalli Kashyap bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open. Kashyap suffered a defeat against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew. The Indian shuttler suffered an 11-21, 14-21 defeat in the match that lasted for 32 minutes. ALSO READ: Indonesia Open: Parupalli Kashyap bows out after losing to Singapore's Loh Kean Yew in straight sets The men's doubles pair of MR Arjun and Dhruv Kapila also suffered a loss and as a result, the duo bowed out of the tournament. South Korea's duo of Choi SoI Gyu and Kim Won Ho defeated Arjun and Kapila 22-20, 21-13. The entire game lasted for just 41 minutes.

Indonesia Open: Lakshya Sen struggles to cross Kento Momota hurdle, goes down to World No. 1

Neeraj Chopra made the headlines this year when he became the first-ever Indian to win an Olympic medal for the country in athletics during the Tokyo 2020. The 23-year-old javelin thrower returned with the elusive gold in his first-ever appearance in an Olympic events during Tokyo Games. Since then, he has become a household name in the country.

From time to time, fans try their best to catch a glimpse of Neeraj. The javelin thrower has won hearts not only for his heroics in his field of sport, but he has also found a place in everyone's hearts with his generous and simple nature. While he remains a bit shy, there's a throwback video of the javelin thrower where he went all-out while dancing in his hometown. Check out the video:&nbsp;

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For the unversed, Neeraj's throw of 87.58m was enough to win him gold in the men's javelin throw final in Tokyo 2020. However, the youngster isn't content and wants to better his own record. "In javelin, the distances always vary from event to event. Yes the expectations have gone up (for breaching the 90m mark), and I believe the day hopefully isn't too far. Again it all depends on how the body responds on the day of the competition, as I believe in giving my 100 percent in every tournament," he said while responding to a question from TOI recently.

He added, "I have already thrown 88.07m, so it is a matter of a couple of metres, but the entire process depends on your overall fitness and the conditions where you are throwing. In the last couple of years, I was in great rhythm but somehow fell short of the mark. Hope to get to it soon."

Neeraj Chopra made the headlines this year when he became the first-ever Indian to win an Olympic medal for the country in athletics during the Tokyo 2020. The 23-year-old javelin thrower returned with the elusive gold in his first-ever appearance in an Olympic events during Tokyo Games.

Neeraj Chopra made the headlines this year when he became the first-ever Indian to win an Olympic medal for the country in athletics during the Tokyo 2020. The 23-year-old javelin thrower returned with the elusive gold in his first-ever appearance in an Olympic events during Tokyo Games. Since then, he has become a household name in the country. From time to time, fans try their best to catch a glimpse of Neeraj. The javelin thrower has won hearts not only for his heroics in his field of sport, but he has also found a place in everyone's hearts with his generous and simple nature. While he remains a bit shy, there's a throwback video of the javelin thrower where he went all-out while dancing in his hometown. Check out the video: Identify Desi Chora ? pic.twitter.com/2177idQc2G — Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga (@TajinderBagga) August 9, 2021 × ALSO READ | Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra says honoured to be presented Khel Ratna with grandfather in attendance For the unversed, Neeraj's throw of 87.58m was enough to win him gold in the men's javelin throw final in Tokyo 2020. However, the youngster isn't content and wants to better his own record. "In javelin, the distances always vary from event to event. Yes the expectations have gone up (for breaching the 90m mark), and I believe the day hopefully isn't too far. Again it all depends on how the body responds on the day of the competition, as I believe in giving my 100 percent in every tournament," he said while responding to a question from TOI recently. He added, "I have already thrown 88.07m, so it is a matter of a couple of metres, but the entire process depends on your overall fitness and the conditions where you are throwing. In the last couple of years, I was in great rhythm but somehow fell short of the mark. Hope to get to it soon."

THROWBACK: When Neeraj Chopra danced like there was no tomorrow before Tokyo 2020 blitz - Watch

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition is still far away. However, the excitement of ardent cricket fans knows no boundaries as the upcoming IPL season will see two new teams -- in the form of Ahmedabad and Lucknow. Prior to the next edition, a mega auction is scheduled to take place early next year.

In the coming weeks, all the eight old franchises are set to reveal their list of retained players.&nbsp;According to the retention rules, each franchise is allowed to retain four players from their IPL 2021 squads -- either it can three Indian players and an overseas player or a maximum of two foreign players. On the other hand, the two new franchises will be allowed to make their picks of three players from the pool of non-retained players ahead of the mega auction.

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The Delhi Capitals (DC)'s wily off-spinner R Ashwin, on his YouTube channel, has admitted that he will not be retained by the 2020 runners-up. Further, he also stated that former DC skipper Shreyas Iyer will also not find a place in the retention list.&nbsp;"Shreyas isn't there I think. I am not there. So, someone else would have to come. I would have known if I were taken," he said.

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Talking about Ashwin's performances for the DC camp, he attained 13 scalps in 15 games in the 2020 edition whereas returned with only 7 wickets in 13 games in the last season. He&nbsp;remained economical in the last two seasons but didn't do anything extra ordinary in this year's edition. Meanwhile, Iyer took charge of the DC line-up in the second half of the IPL 2018 season. In 2019, he took DC to their first-ever playoffs since 2012 and led them to their maiden final in IPL 2020. Due to injury, he lost the captaincy spot to Rishabh Pant in the first leg of IPL 2021. On his return for the final leg, he played under Pant for the remainder of the season.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition is still far away. However, the excitement of ardent cricket fans knows no boundaries as the upcoming IPL season will see two new teams -- in the form of Ahmedabad and Lucknow.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition is still far away. However, the excitement of ardent cricket fans knows no boundaries as the upcoming IPL season will see two new teams -- in the form of Ahmedabad and Lucknow. Prior to the next edition, a mega auction is scheduled to take place early next year. In the coming weeks, all the eight old franchises are set to reveal their list of retained players. According to the retention rules, each franchise is allowed to retain four players from their IPL 2021 squads -- either it can three Indian players and an overseas player or a maximum of two foreign players. On the other hand, the two new franchises will be allowed to make their picks of three players from the pool of non-retained players ahead of the mega auction. ALSO READ | KL Rahul ruled out of NZ Tests due to injury, Suryakumar Yadav named replacement The Delhi Capitals (DC)'s wily off-spinner R Ashwin, on his YouTube channel, has admitted that he will not be retained by the 2020 runners-up. Further, he also stated that former DC skipper Shreyas Iyer will also not find a place in the retention list. "Shreyas isn't there I think. I am not there. So, someone else would have to come. I would have known if I were taken," he said. ALSO READ | Will play my last game in Chennai: MS Dhoni promises CSK fans, remains coy on his IPL future - WATCH Talking about Ashwin's performances for the DC camp, he attained 13 scalps in 15 games in the 2020 edition whereas returned with only 7 wickets in 13 games in the last season. He remained economical in the last two seasons but didn't do anything extra ordinary in this year's edition. Meanwhile, Iyer took charge of the DC line-up in the second half of the IPL 2018 season. In 2019, he took DC to their first-ever playoffs since 2012 and led them to their maiden final in IPL 2020. Due to injury, he lost the captaincy spot to Rishabh Pant in the first leg of IPL 2021. On his return for the final leg, he played under Pant for the remainder of the season.

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Ahead of the series opener of the two-match Test series between India and New Zealand, the Ajinkya Rahane-led Team India have been dealt with a major blow. KL Rahul, who was one of their star performers with the bat in the England Tests, has been ruled out of the series due to a muscle strain&nbsp;on his left thigh.

Rahul, who was part of the Rohit Sharma-led squad for the three T20Is, has been in sensational form across formats for Team India. He was certain to open the innings, either with Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill, but has been ruled out of the entire series and will now look forward to grab his chances in India's forthcoming tour of South Africa.&nbsp;

According to a report filed by news agency&nbsp;PTI, it has been learned that the stylish opener Rahul missed India's customary practice session,&nbsp;at Kanpur's Green Park stadium, on the eve of the first Test. During the net session, youngster Shubman Gill opened the batting alongside Mayank Agarwal. It looks like the two will open the innings whereas Shreyas Iyer looks certain to debut and bat in the middle-order.

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On the other hand, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named Suryakumar Yadav as Rahul's replacement. Either Shreyas Iyer or Suryakumar can make their Test debut but the former has an edge as he was in the squad in the first instance itself.

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India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand

Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

The big guns such as regular captain Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma are expected to return for the second and final Test, starting from December 3 in Mumbai.

Ahead of the series opener of the two-match Test series between India and New Zealand, the Ajinkya Rahane-led Team India have been dealt with a major blow. KL Rahul, who was one of their star performers with the bat in the England Tests, has been ruled out of the series due to a muscle strain on his left thigh.

Ahead of the series opener of the two-match Test series between India and New Zealand, the Ajinkya Rahane-led Team India have been dealt with a major blow. KL Rahul, who was one of their star performers with the bat in the England Tests, has been ruled out of the series due to a muscle strain on his left thigh. Rahul, who was part of the Rohit Sharma-led squad for the three T20Is, has been in sensational form across formats for Team India. He was certain to open the innings, either with Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill, but has been ruled out of the entire series and will now look forward to grab his chances in India's forthcoming tour of South Africa. According to a report filed by news agency PTI, it has been learned that the stylish opener Rahul missed India's customary practice session, at Kanpur's Green Park stadium, on the eve of the first Test. During the net session, youngster Shubman Gill opened the batting alongside Mayank Agarwal. It looks like the two will open the innings whereas Shreyas Iyer looks certain to debut and bat in the middle-order. ALSO READ | BCCI bans pork, beef in any form; Halal meat made complusory for Indian cricket team - Report On the other hand, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named Suryakumar Yadav as Rahul's replacement. Either Shreyas Iyer or Suryakumar can make their Test debut but the former has an edge as he was in the squad in the first instance itself. NEWS - Suryakumar Yadav replaces KL Rahul in India's Test squad. KL Rahul has sustained a muscle strain on his left thigh and has been ruled out of the upcoming 2-match Paytm Test series against New Zealand. More details here -https://t.co/ChXVhBSb6H #INDvNZ @Paytm pic.twitter.com/uZp21Ybajx — BCCI (@BCCI) November 23, 2021 × ALSO READ | Mayank or Gill? Cheteshwar Pujara reveals which Indian batter will be in playing XI for 1st Test vs NZ India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna The big guns such as regular captain Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma are expected to return for the second and final Test, starting from December 3 in Mumbai.

KL Rahul ruled out of NZ Tests due to injury, Suryakumar Yadav named replacement

India shuttler Parupalli Kashyap bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open on Tuesday. Kashyap suffered a defeat against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew.

The Indian shuttler suffered an 11-21, 14-21 defeat in the match that lasted for 32 minutes. In the entire game, Kashyap failed to leave his mark and he stumbled to a straight-game loss.

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The men's doubles pair of MR Arjun and Dhruv Kapila also suffered a loss and as a result, the duo bowed out of the tournament. South Korea's duo of Choi SoI Gyu and Kim Won Ho defeated Arjun and Kapila 22-20, 21-13. The entire game lasted for just 41 minutes.

India shuttler Parupalli Kashyap bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open on Tuesday. Kashyap suffered a defeat against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew. The Indian shuttler suffered an 11-21, 14-21 defeat in the match that lasted for 32 minutes.

India shuttler Parupalli Kashyap bowed out of the ongoing Indonesia Open on Tuesday. Kashyap suffered a defeat against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew. The Indian shuttler suffered an 11-21, 14-21 defeat in the match that lasted for 32 minutes. In the entire game, Kashyap failed to leave his mark and he stumbled to a straight-game loss. ALSO READ: PV Sindhu set to contest BWF Athletes' Commission election in December The men's doubles pair of MR Arjun and Dhruv Kapila also suffered a loss and as a result, the duo bowed out of the tournament. South Korea's duo of Choi SoI Gyu and Kim Won Ho defeated Arjun and Kapila 22-20, 21-13. The entire game lasted for just 41 minutes.

Indonesia Open: Parupalli Kashyap bows out after losing to Singapore's Loh Kean Yew in straight sets

Team India demolished New Zealand in the three T20Is and have now shifted their focus on the two-match Test series, starting from November 25 in Kanpur. The series will give India a chance to not only move forward in the&nbsp;second cycle of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC), but also take revenge on the Kiwis, who defeated them in the final of the inaugural WTC early this year.

Ahead of the first Test, Ajinkya Rahane-led India have problems of plenty as there are many takers for the opening slots. While KL Rahul is confirmed to open, following his sensational run in the England Tests, he will be accompanied by Shubman Gill or Mayank Agarwal. For the unversed, Mayank did bat in the middle-order in the final Test of the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gill is also being touted to take the middle-order responsibilities given Rohit Sharma is certain to open with Rahul on his return.

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Before the series opener, vice-captain Cheteshwar Pujara revealed who among Mayank or Gill will definitely be a part of the team. Pujara told in a virtual press conference that Gill is certain to play. He told while addressing a question, "Can’t reveal that at this stage. But see, he is a talented player and definitely he will be part of the team. So someone like him, you know he doesn’t need to worry too much, he has been playing good cricket for a couple of years since he has made his debut. It was unfortunate that he missed out on England, but he is a talented player, and I don’t think personally I will need to tell him much."

"Rahul bhai is there, he will give the best guidance. So I think he will just have to play his natural game. I can’t reveal the position he will bat at, but he is well prepared and I am sure he is looking forward to this series,” Pujara, who is the vice-captain for the first Test, said in response to a Sportskeeda's query during a virtual presser.

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Given that Mayank wasn't favoured despite Gill's absence during the England Tests, the latter seems to have an upper hand over the Karnataka-born cricketer for the opening slot. It will be interesting to see if Mayank bats lower down the order in the series opener.

India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand

Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

The big guns such as regular captain Virat Kohli, Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, etc. are likely to return for the second and final Test in Mumbai, from December 3.

Team India demolished New Zealand in the three T20Is and have now shifted their focus on the two-match Test series, starting from November 25 in Kanpur. The series will give India a chance to not only move forward in the second cycle of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC), but also take revenge on the Kiwis, who defeated them in the final of the inaugural WTC early this year.

Team India demolished New Zealand in the three T20Is and have now shifted their focus on the two-match Test series, starting from November 25 in Kanpur. The series will give India a chance to not only move forward in the second cycle of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC), but also take revenge on the Kiwis, who defeated them in the final of the inaugural WTC early this year. Ahead of the first Test, Ajinkya Rahane-led India have problems of plenty as there are many takers for the opening slots. While KL Rahul is confirmed to open, following his sensational run in the England Tests, he will be accompanied by Shubman Gill or Mayank Agarwal. For the unversed, Mayank did bat in the middle-order in the final Test of the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gill is also being touted to take the middle-order responsibilities given Rohit Sharma is certain to open with Rahul on his return. ALSO READ | BCCI bans pork, beef in any form; Halal meat made complusory for Indian cricket team - Report Before the series opener, vice-captain Cheteshwar Pujara revealed who among Mayank or Gill will definitely be a part of the team. Pujara told in a virtual press conference that Gill is certain to play. He told while addressing a question, "Can’t reveal that at this stage. But see, he is a talented player and definitely he will be part of the team. So someone like him, you know he doesn’t need to worry too much, he has been playing good cricket for a couple of years since he has made his debut. It was unfortunate that he missed out on England, but he is a talented player, and I don’t think personally I will need to tell him much." "Rahul bhai is there, he will give the best guidance. So I think he will just have to play his natural game. I can’t reveal the position he will bat at, but he is well prepared and I am sure he is looking forward to this series,” Pujara, who is the vice-captain for the first Test, said in response to a Sportskeeda's query during a virtual presser. ALSO READ | WATCH: Rahul Dravid applauds fielding coach after Ishan Kishan's direct hit dismisses NZ's Mitchell Santner Given that Mayank wasn't favoured despite Gill's absence during the England Tests, the latter seems to have an upper hand over the Karnataka-born cricketer for the opening slot. It will be interesting to see if Mayank bats lower down the order in the series opener. India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna The big guns such as regular captain Virat Kohli, Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, etc. are likely to return for the second and final Test in Mumbai, from December 3.

Mayank or Gill? Cheteshwar Pujara reveals which Indian batter will be in playing XI for 1st Test vs NZ

Igor Angulo continued from where he left last season, a dominating outing though against his former side as defending champions Mumbai City FC beat FC Goa 3-0 here in a 2021-22 Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Monday.

Angulo (33` P, 36`) scored twice under three minutes in the first half before Brazilian Ygor Catatau (76') celebrated his ISL debut within minutes of stepping onto the pitch, closing the match for the City Football Group-owned club in their season opener.

Des Buckingham on his first match as Head Coach on Indian soil showed off Mumbai City's summer signings in the starting XI. Apuia, Mohammad Nawaz, Rahul Bheke, and Cassio Gabriel all started alongside Angulo.

FC Goa's replacement for Angulo, Airam Cabrera led the line for the Gaurs. Brandon Fernandes remained unavailable for selection due to injury.

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There was drama early on with Leander D`Cunha let off for what looked like a possible foul inside the box for tripping down Vignesh Dakshinamurthy. The Mumbai City wing-back had to be subbed off in pain.

The game opened up after the half-hour cooling break. Gabriel received a cross with Ivan Gonzalez looking to clear. He brought himself between the ball and the FC Goa player and Ivan`s mistimed tackle led to a penalty kick.

Angulo converted the spot-kick with glee, beating old teammate Dheeraj Singh, who otherwise had a decent night.

Minutes later, it was time for Raynier Fernandes to turn provider. A sharp turn in midfield led to the ball played through for Angulo. The Spaniard took a deft touch, rushed past the defenders, and shot fiercely as the ball went into the net past Dheeraj`s right.

Mumbai City could have had a third before the break only for Raynier`s shot to be stopped by the crossbar. Big-money signing Apuia controlled the midfield with ease.

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Juan Ferrando turned to his bench as he got in Nongdamba Naorem in the second half. Captain Edu Bedia almost halved the deficit with a half volley that flew over the bar.

Cassio Gabriel was the star of the second half with his industrious invasions inside FC Goa`s box. Ygor Catatau then came off the bench to nod in a free-kick sent in by Ahmed Jahouh, sealing the deal.

Mumbai City seem to be ready for a march in their title defense while FC Goa would like to quickly get over the defeat as they entertain Jamshedpur FC next on Friday.&nbsp;

Igor Angulo continued from where he left last season, a dominating outing though against his former side as defending champions Mumbai City FC beat FC Goa 3-0 here in a 2021-22 Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Monday.

Igor Angulo continued from where he left last season, a dominating outing though against his former side as defending champions Mumbai City FC beat FC Goa 3-0 here in a 2021-22 Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Monday. Angulo (33` P, 36`) scored twice under three minutes in the first half before Brazilian Ygor Catatau (76') celebrated his ISL debut within minutes of stepping onto the pitch, closing the match for the City Football Group-owned club in their season opener. Des Buckingham on his first match as Head Coach on Indian soil showed off Mumbai City's summer signings in the starting XI. Apuia, Mohammad Nawaz, Rahul Bheke, and Cassio Gabriel all started alongside Angulo. FC Goa's replacement for Angulo, Airam Cabrera led the line for the Gaurs. Brandon Fernandes remained unavailable for selection due to injury. ALSO READ: ISL 2021-22: Jamshedpur FC play out 1-1 draw against SC East Bengal There was drama early on with Leander D`Cunha let off for what looked like a possible foul inside the box for tripping down Vignesh Dakshinamurthy. The Mumbai City wing-back had to be subbed off in pain. The game opened up after the half-hour cooling break. Gabriel received a cross with Ivan Gonzalez looking to clear. He brought himself between the ball and the FC Goa player and Ivan`s mistimed tackle led to a penalty kick. Angulo converted the spot-kick with glee, beating old teammate Dheeraj Singh, who otherwise had a decent night. Minutes later, it was time for Raynier Fernandes to turn provider. A sharp turn in midfield led to the ball played through for Angulo. The Spaniard took a deft touch, rushed past the defenders, and shot fiercely as the ball went into the net past Dheeraj`s right. Mumbai City could have had a third before the break only for Raynier`s shot to be stopped by the crossbar. Big-money signing Apuia controlled the midfield with ease. ALSO READ: Superstar duo Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi headline nominees for FIFA Best Men's Player award Juan Ferrando turned to his bench as he got in Nongdamba Naorem in the second half. Captain Edu Bedia almost halved the deficit with a half volley that flew over the bar. Cassio Gabriel was the star of the second half with his industrious invasions inside FC Goa`s box. Ygor Catatau then came off the bench to nod in a free-kick sent in by Ahmed Jahouh, sealing the deal. Mumbai City seem to be ready for a march in their title defense while FC Goa would like to quickly get over the defeat as they entertain Jamshedpur FC next on Friday.

ISL 2021-22: Igor Angulo shines as Mumbai City FC begin title defence with win over FC Goa

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