Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) got off the mark in the second and final leg of IPL 2021 edition with a much-needed win in match 42, when they locked horns with an inconsistent KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings (PBKS), on Tuesday (September 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

Opting to bowl first, Rohit-led MI restricted PBKS for a modest 135-6, courtesy twin strikes from Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Kieron Pollard. In reply, MI completed the run-chase with 6 wickets and an over to spare courtesy vital knocks from Saurabh Tiwary, Hardik Pandya and Pollard.

During the match, sports presenter and Bumrah's wife Sanjana Ganesan rightly predicted the number of wickets her husband would take. In an interaction with Mumbai Indians, Ganesan said, "I would want him to pick 5 wickets but I think he will pick 2 wickets in the match." Bumrah returned with 2 for 24 in 4 overs.

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For the unversed, Sanjana and Bumrah got married in early 2021 and have travelled together for India's tour of the United Kingdom as well as&nbsp;during the second and final leg of IPL 2021 in the UAE. Sanjana's presence in the MI dugout has played its part for Bumrah, who is the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament so far with 16 scalps following MI's win over PBKS.

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Ever since the final leg started in the UAE, Bumrah has bowled tidy spells and remained among wickets for the defending champions. He has accounted for 10 scalps, out of 16, in the UAE leg and will look to carry on in a similar manner to help the five-time winners qualify for the playoffs.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) got off the mark in the second and final leg of IPL 2021 edition with a much-needed win in match 42, when they locked horns with an inconsistent KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings (PBKS), on Tuesday (September 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) got off the mark in the second and final leg of IPL 2021 edition with a much-needed win in match 42, when they locked horns with an inconsistent KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings (PBKS), on Tuesday (September 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Opting to bowl first, Rohit-led MI restricted PBKS for a modest 135-6, courtesy twin strikes from Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Kieron Pollard. In reply, MI completed the run-chase with 6 wickets and an over to spare courtesy vital knocks from Saurabh Tiwary, Hardik Pandya and Pollard. During the match, sports presenter and Bumrah's wife Sanjana Ganesan rightly predicted the number of wickets her husband would take. In an interaction with Mumbai Indians, Ganesan said, "I would want him to pick 5 wickets but I think he will pick 2 wickets in the match." Bumrah returned with 2 for 24 in 4 overs. ALSO READ | Watch: Rohit Sharma, Krunal Pandya get thumbs-up from Twitterati for 'spirit of cricket' act vs PBKS' KL Rahul For the unversed, Sanjana and Bumrah got married in early 2021 and have travelled together for India's tour of the United Kingdom as well as during the second and final leg of IPL 2021 in the UAE. Sanjana's presence in the MI dugout has played its part for Bumrah, who is the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament so far with 16 scalps following MI's win over PBKS. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Mumbai Indians beat Punjab Kings by six wickets to remain in the race for playoffs Ever since the final leg started in the UAE, Bumrah has bowled tidy spells and remained among wickets for the defending champions. He has accounted for 10 scalps, out of 16, in the UAE leg and will look to carry on in a similar manner to help the five-time winners qualify for the playoffs.

Match made in heaven! How Sanjana Ganesan rightly predicted number of wickets Jasprit Bumrah would take in MI-PBKS tie

Match 42 of the IPL 2021 edition saw Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. In a low-scoring encounter, the defending champions and five-time winners Rohit-led MI managed to edge past PBKS by 6 wickets with an over to spare.

While MI earned two vital points, they were made to sweat hard for runs in their run-chase before Hardik Pandya-Kieron Pollard rescued them, along with some ordinary fielding from PBKS franchise. During the match, an interesting incident happened which led to many praising Krunal Pandya and Mumbai skipper Rohit.&nbsp;

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During the fifth over of PBKS's innings, Universe Boss Chris Gayle hit a delivery&nbsp;straight down the ground which smashed into KL Rahul at the non-striker's end. The ball got deflected into Pandya's hands near the stumps with Rahul caught few yards outside the crease. Seeing Rahul outside, the MI all-rounder&nbsp;immediately hit the stumps and then appealed for a run-out.&nbsp;

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However, as the ball had hit Rahul, both Rohit (stationed at short covers) and Krunal mutually decided to withdraw the run-out appeal versus the PBKS skipper. Given that Punjab depend on Rahul's run-making, it was a brave call from the MI pair and got lauded by viewers worldwide for their 'Spirit of Cricket' gesture. Here are some of the reactions:

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Rohit Sharma and Krunal Pandya rejects their appeal of KL Rahul's run-out. Great sportsman spirit by them. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MIvPBKS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MIvPBKS</a> <a href="https://t.co/cOIdI67yaR">pic.twitter.com/cOIdI67yaR</a>
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Three cheers to Rohit Sharma and Krunal Pandya for showing Sportsmanship towards KL Rahul 
They denied to the Umpires to go for a Run out appeal as he was hurt 
Kl's happy so is Rohit smiling <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PBKSvMI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PBKSvMI</a> <a href="https://t.co/PZQOJ3nd9c">pic.twitter.com/PZQOJ3nd9c</a>
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Sportsmanship at it's best 
Brilliant spirit of the game from Krunal Pandya &amp; Rohit Sharma. 
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Rahul, however, didn't last long despite the withdrawn appeal as he fell for 21 before Aiden Markram's 42 and Deepak Hooda's 28 propelled Punjab to a modest 135-6, after being asked to bat first. In reply, Saurabh Tiwary starred for MI with a sedate 37-ball 45 before Hardik-Pollard returned to form with their vital cameos and an unbeaten fifth-wicket stand.

Match 42 of the IPL 2021 edition saw Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. In a low-scoring encounter, the defending champions and five-time winners Rohit-led MI managed to edge past PBKS by 6 wickets with an over to spare.

Match 42 of the IPL 2021 edition saw Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. In a low-scoring encounter, the defending champions and five-time winners Rohit-led MI managed to edge past PBKS by 6 wickets with an over to spare. While MI earned two vital points, they were made to sweat hard for runs in their run-chase before Hardik Pandya-Kieron Pollard rescued them, along with some ordinary fielding from PBKS franchise. During the match, an interesting incident happened which led to many praising Krunal Pandya and Mumbai skipper Rohit. ALSO READ | Kieron Pollard becomes first player in T20 cricket to complete 10,000 runs and 300 wickets During the fifth over of PBKS's innings, Universe Boss Chris Gayle hit a delivery straight down the ground which smashed into KL Rahul at the non-striker's end. The ball got deflected into Pandya's hands near the stumps with Rahul caught few yards outside the crease. Seeing Rahul outside, the MI all-rounder immediately hit the stumps and then appealed for a run-out. pic.twitter.com/7YsM7OyL4w — Simran (@CowCorner9) September 28, 2021 × ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Mumbai Indians beat Punjab Kings by six wickets to remain in the race for playoffs However, as the ball had hit Rahul, both Rohit (stationed at short covers) and Krunal mutually decided to withdraw the run-out appeal versus the PBKS skipper. Given that Punjab depend on Rahul's run-making, it was a brave call from the MI pair and got lauded by viewers worldwide for their 'Spirit of Cricket' gesture. Here are some of the reactions: Well done, KL Rahul. After Krunal and #MI withdraw the appeal a good gesture by KL to Rohit. pic.twitter.com/OVXvKuYEdX — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 28, 2021 × Rohit Sharma and Krunal Pandya rejects their appeal of KL Rahul's run-out. Great sportsman spirit by them. #MIvPBKS pic.twitter.com/cOIdI67yaR — Abhinav. (@Abhicricket18) September 28, 2021 × Three cheers to Rohit Sharma and Krunal Pandya for showing Sportsmanship towards KL Rahul They denied to the Umpires to go for a Run out appeal as he was hurt Kl's happy so is Rohit smiling #PBKSvMI pic.twitter.com/PZQOJ3nd9c — Hiya Shah (@jemi_smriti_fan) September 28, 2021 × Sportsmanship at it's best Brilliant spirit of the game from Krunal Pandya & Rohit Sharma. Didn't appeal for the run out. Rahul thanks Rohit for it 👍@klrahul11 • #Respect pic.twitter.com/G2guMA7Roa — Juman (@cool_rahulfan) September 28, 2021 × Rahul, however, didn't last long despite the withdrawn appeal as he fell for 21 before Aiden Markram's 42 and Deepak Hooda's 28 propelled Punjab to a modest 135-6, after being asked to bat first. In reply, Saurabh Tiwary starred for MI with a sedate 37-ball 45 before Hardik-Pollard returned to form with their vital cameos and an unbeaten fifth-wicket stand.

Watch: Rohit Sharma, Krunal Pandya get thumbs-up from Twitterati for 'spirit of cricket' act vs PBKS' KL Rahul

On Wednesday (September 29), the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals (RR) will lock horns with the three-time runners-up Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Both sides have had equal number of wins and losses ever since the IPL resumed in the UAE.

While RR started the second and final leg with a win over Punjab Kings (PBKS), they went down to the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and now occupy the seventh spot, with time running out for keeping their playoffs hopes alive. Meanwhile, RCB started the final leg with two back-to-back defeats, versus Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), before beating Mumbai Indians (MI) in their previous encounter.

Talking about the head-to-head, RCB lead RR by a slender 11-10 margin in 23 games. A close contest is expected between both sides with Kohli &amp; Co. starting as favourites over the inconsistent RR line-up.

Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match:&nbsp;

Where is the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals taking place?

The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

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What time does the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals begin?

The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals begins at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday.

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Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals ?

The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

On Wednesday (September 29), the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals (RR) will lock horns with the three-time runners-up Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

On Wednesday (September 29), the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals (RR) will lock horns with the three-time runners-up Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Both sides have had equal number of wins and losses ever since the IPL resumed in the UAE. While RR started the second and final leg with a win over Punjab Kings (PBKS), they went down to the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and now occupy the seventh spot, with time running out for keeping their playoffs hopes alive. Meanwhile, RCB started the final leg with two back-to-back defeats, versus Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), before beating Mumbai Indians (MI) in their previous encounter. Talking about the head-to-head, RCB lead RR by a slender 11-10 margin in 23 games. A close contest is expected between both sides with Kohli & Co. starting as favourites over the inconsistent RR line-up. Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals taking place? The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. ALSO READ | Sanju Samson topples Shikhar Dhawan to take Orange Cap: List of top 5 run-getters in IPL 2021 so far What time does the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals begin? The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals begins at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday. ALSO READ | RCB vs RR, IPL 2021 prediction today: Who will win Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals match? Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals ? The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

IPL 2021, RR vs RCB, Live Streaming: When and where to watch Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore?

In a historic first, India women will play their first-ever pink-ball Test against Australia, beginning Thursday and the focus remains on how the batters will adjust to the moving ball in twilight conditions. The pink ball tends to skid more and it moves a lot under lights, and hence it would be interesting to see how the opening batters Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma adjust to the conditions.

Mithali Raj`s side will enter the Test with some momentum behind them as they were able to break Australia`s 26-match unbeaten run in ODIs after defeating the hosts in the final ODI by two wickets. Earlier this year, India had played their first Test in almost seven years, and owing to heroics by Sneh Rana, Mithali`s side was able to walk away with a famous draw. India and Australia had last played a Test in 2006 and 15 years later, both sides now find themselves on the cusp of playing a Test under lights. Australia has a potent pace attack and they are likely to trouble the Indian batters so it would be interesting to see whether the visiting camp has it in them to grind it out and play out a few tough hours on the pitch.

Harmanpreet Kaur had missed the ODI series due to an injury and it is not known whether she will play the Test or not. So in absence of an experienced middle-order, Mithali Raj once again holds the key. Deepti Sharma performed nicely in the Test against England, and hence she would look to continue with her form in the longest format.

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Jhulan Goswami is coming off a Player of the Match performance in the third ODI so she would enter the pink-ball contest with high confidence and it needs to be seen whether the likes of Meghna Singh, Pooja Vastrakar and Shikha Pandey are able to provide her with desired support at the other end.

Australia squad: Meg Lanning (c), Darcie Brown, Maitlan Brown, Stella Campbell, Nicola Carey, Hannah Darlington, Ashleigh Gardner, Alyssa Healy, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Redmayne, Molly Strano, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham.

India Test and ODI squad: Mithali Raj (c), Harmanpreet Kaur (vc), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Punam Raut, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Yastika Bhatia, Taniya Bhatia (wk), Shikha Pandey, Jhulan Goswami, Meghna Singh, Pooja Vastrakar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Poonam Yadav, Richa Ghosh, Ekta Bisht.

In a historic first, India women will play their first-ever pink-ball Test against Australia, beginning Thursday and the focus remains on how the batters will adjust to the moving ball in twilight conditions.

In a historic first, India women will play their first-ever pink-ball Test against Australia, beginning Thursday and the focus remains on how the batters will adjust to the moving ball in twilight conditions. The pink ball tends to skid more and it moves a lot under lights, and hence it would be interesting to see how the opening batters Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma adjust to the conditions. Mithali Raj`s side will enter the Test with some momentum behind them as they were able to break Australia`s 26-match unbeaten run in ODIs after defeating the hosts in the final ODI by two wickets. Earlier this year, India had played their first Test in almost seven years, and owing to heroics by Sneh Rana, Mithali`s side was able to walk away with a famous draw. India and Australia had last played a Test in 2006 and 15 years later, both sides now find themselves on the cusp of playing a Test under lights. Australia has a potent pace attack and they are likely to trouble the Indian batters so it would be interesting to see whether the visiting camp has it in them to grind it out and play out a few tough hours on the pitch. Harmanpreet Kaur had missed the ODI series due to an injury and it is not known whether she will play the Test or not. So in absence of an experienced middle-order, Mithali Raj once again holds the key. Deepti Sharma performed nicely in the Test against England, and hence she would look to continue with her form in the longest format. ALSO READ | Jhulan Goswami climbs to second spot in latest ICC ODI bowling rankings Jhulan Goswami is coming off a Player of the Match performance in the third ODI so she would enter the pink-ball contest with high confidence and it needs to be seen whether the likes of Meghna Singh, Pooja Vastrakar and Shikha Pandey are able to provide her with desired support at the other end. Australia squad: Meg Lanning (c), Darcie Brown, Maitlan Brown, Stella Campbell, Nicola Carey, Hannah Darlington, Ashleigh Gardner, Alyssa Healy, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Redmayne, Molly Strano, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham. India Test and ODI squad: Mithali Raj (c), Harmanpreet Kaur (vc), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Punam Raut, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Yastika Bhatia, Taniya Bhatia (wk), Shikha Pandey, Jhulan Goswami, Meghna Singh, Pooja Vastrakar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Poonam Yadav, Richa Ghosh, Ekta Bisht.

Aus W vs Ind W: Focus on Shafali Verma, Mithali Raj as visitors gear up for first pink-ball Test

Match 41 of the IPL 2021 UAE leg will see the in-form Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) face the two-time winners Eoin Morgan-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The clash is expected to go down the wire as both sides have looked good in the second and final leg of IPL 14.&nbsp;

While the KKR franchise were down and in the bottom-half of the points table when the UAE leg commenced, they have won two out of three games. Their previous game brought an end to their two-match winning streak, however, they lost on the final ball of the match versus MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK). On the other hand, the DC franchise seem to have all bases covered and are moving ahead very strongly in the tournament. They comfortably moved past Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) since this year's IPL resumed in the UAE.&nbsp;

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While one may ponder that the law of averages can catch up with DC anytime soon, they will start as favourites in the afternoon game versus the two-time winners.&nbsp;

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Match prediction: The Sharjah Cricket Stadium will host the afternoon game. With smaller boundaries and conditions being good for batting, it is expected to be a high-scoring encounter; i.e. in the 180-185 range. It will be interesting to see how the DC's famed top-order handles KKR's wily bowling attack. The last time both sides met at the venue in IPL 2020, the match went down the wire before DC came on top by 18 runs. A similar sort of face-off is expected. DC to reclaim the top spot with a win versus KKR?

Match 41 of the IPL 2021 UAE leg will see the in-form Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) face the two-time winners Eoin Morgan-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

Match 41 of the IPL 2021 UAE leg will see the in-form Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) face the two-time winners Eoin Morgan-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The clash is expected to go down the wire as both sides have looked good in the second and final leg of IPL 14. While the KKR franchise were down and in the bottom-half of the points table when the UAE leg commenced, they have won two out of three games. Their previous game brought an end to their two-match winning streak, however, they lost on the final ball of the match versus MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK). On the other hand, the DC franchise seem to have all bases covered and are moving ahead very strongly in the tournament. They comfortably moved past Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) since this year's IPL resumed in the UAE. ALSO READ | Must be wondering why they made some of the decisions they did: DC co-owner questions selectors over India's T20 World Cup squad While one may ponder that the law of averages can catch up with DC anytime soon, they will start as favourites in the afternoon game versus the two-time winners. ALSO READ | Sanju Samson topples Shikhar Dhawan to take Orange Cap: List of top 5 run-getters in IPL 2021 so far Match prediction: The Sharjah Cricket Stadium will host the afternoon game. With smaller boundaries and conditions being good for batting, it is expected to be a high-scoring encounter; i.e. in the 180-185 range. It will be interesting to see how the DC's famed top-order handles KKR's wily bowling attack. The last time both sides met at the venue in IPL 2020, the match went down the wire before DC came on top by 18 runs. A similar sort of face-off is expected. DC to reclaim the top spot with a win versus KKR?

DC vs KKR, IPL 2021 prediction today: Who will win Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders match?

Japan`s top-ranked sumo wrestler Hakuho, who holds a record 45 tournament wins, intends to retire after struggling with injuries in recent years, NHK public television reported on Monday. Hakuho, 36, made his sumo debut in 2001 and fought his way up to the top rank of yokuzuna in May 2007, becoming the second Mongolian native to hold that rank. 
NHK quoted sources as saying Hakuho had firmed up his intention to quit and that he would be taking the necessary steps to run a sumo "stable," where wrestlers live and train.

Hakuho, who gained Japanese nationality in 2019, a prerequisite for opening a stable, has said that training wrestlers would be a "way of showing my gratitude". The Japan Sumo Association said it had no comment to make on the report. 
Hakuho, born Monkhbatyn Davaajargal, broke records for tournament wins and the number of bouts won in a calendar year, and his tenure as yokozuna was also the longest in sumo history.

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But injuries hampered his career over the past few years and he dropped out of several tournaments sat out others altogether. In July he won a tournament in Nagoya but said at the time, "My body is falling apart. I want to carefully consider the future." Hakuho, who tested positive for COVID-19 in January, also pulled out of a tournament in September after several wrestlers in his stable tested positive.

Japan`s top-ranked sumo wrestler Hakuho, who holds a record 45 tournament wins, intends to retire after struggling with injuries in recent years, NHK public television reported on Monday.

Japan`s top-ranked sumo wrestler Hakuho, who holds a record 45 tournament wins, intends to retire after struggling with injuries in recent years, NHK public television reported on Monday. Hakuho, 36, made his sumo debut in 2001 and fought his way up to the top rank of yokuzuna in May 2007, becoming the second Mongolian native to hold that rank. NHK quoted sources as saying Hakuho had firmed up his intention to quit and that he would be taking the necessary steps to run a sumo "stable," where wrestlers live and train. Hakuho, who gained Japanese nationality in 2019, a prerequisite for opening a stable, has said that training wrestlers would be a "way of showing my gratitude". The Japan Sumo Association said it had no comment to make on the report. Hakuho, born Monkhbatyn Davaajargal, broke records for tournament wins and the number of bouts won in a calendar year, and his tenure as yokozuna was also the longest in sumo history. ALSO READ | Trailblazer basketball player Satnam Singh to try hand at pro-wrestling But injuries hampered his career over the past few years and he dropped out of several tournaments sat out others altogether. In July he won a tournament in Nagoya but said at the time, "My body is falling apart. I want to carefully consider the future." Hakuho, who tested positive for COVID-19 in January, also pulled out of a tournament in September after several wrestlers in his stable tested positive.

Japan's top-ranked Sumo wrestler Hakuho intends to retire due to injury struggles

Former Pakistan skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq, who also served as the Pakistan Cricket Board`s (PCB) chief selector, underwent a successful angioplasty on Monday after suffering a heart attack in Lahore. According to a report in cricketpakistan.com.pk, the 51-year-old Inzamam had been in a state of discomfort "for the past three days where the right-hand batter complained about chest pain". 
 
Doctors initially cleared the legendary cricketer after preliminary tests but upon further inspection, "it was revealed that the 51-year-old had suffered a heart attack". He was immediately rushed to hospital for surgery. Inzamam`s agent informed the media on Monday evening that the former cricketer`s condition was now stable but "he remains under observation for the time being".

Inzamam is one of Pakistan cricket`s most successful captains, and also one of the most decorated ones. He shot to fame in the 1992 World Cup and became the country`s leading run-scorer in ODIs with 11,739 runs in 378 matches. He is also the third highest run-getter in Tests for Pakistan, having scored close to 9,000 runs in 120 matches. 
 
After retiring from cricket, he remained connected with Pakistan cricket in different capacities and also served as batting consultant and chief selector. Inzy has also worked as head coach of Afghanistan. Inzamam had stepped down as Pakistan`s chief selector in July 2019 and had announced that he would not seek an extension or renewal of his contract. "After more than three years as chief selector, I have decided not to seek a renewal of my contract," Inzaman had said.

Former Pakistan skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq, who also served as the Pakistan Cricket Board`s (PCB) chief selector, underwent a successful angioplasty on Monday after suffering a heart attack in Lahore.

Former Pakistan skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq, who also served as the Pakistan Cricket Board`s (PCB) chief selector, underwent a successful angioplasty on Monday after suffering a heart attack in Lahore. According to a report in cricketpakistan.com.pk, the 51-year-old Inzamam had been in a state of discomfort "for the past three days where the right-hand batter complained about chest pain". Doctors initially cleared the legendary cricketer after preliminary tests but upon further inspection, "it was revealed that the 51-year-old had suffered a heart attack". He was immediately rushed to hospital for surgery. Inzamam`s agent informed the media on Monday evening that the former cricketer`s condition was now stable but "he remains under observation for the time being". Inzamam is one of Pakistan cricket`s most successful captains, and also one of the most decorated ones. He shot to fame in the 1992 World Cup and became the country`s leading run-scorer in ODIs with 11,739 runs in 378 matches. He is also the third highest run-getter in Tests for Pakistan, having scored close to 9,000 runs in 120 matches. After retiring from cricket, he remained connected with Pakistan cricket in different capacities and also served as batting consultant and chief selector. Inzy has also worked as head coach of Afghanistan. Inzamam had stepped down as Pakistan`s chief selector in July 2019 and had announced that he would not seek an extension or renewal of his contract. "After more than three years as chief selector, I have decided not to seek a renewal of my contract," Inzaman had said.

Pakistan great Inzamam-ul-Haq suffers heart attack, undergoes angioplasty

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Eoin Morgan said coach Brendon McCullum deserves credit as the team has now won three games in the second leg of the Indian Premier League with the win over Delhi Capitals at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

"Delighted. Tough playing two day games in three days. But delighted to get a couple of points. Winning toss and fielding is not an easy thing to do. Guys were more calculated today, and it came off. When the outfield is slow, if you are cagey it can come back to hurt you."Both sides played the game hard. On a hot day, things can boil over. Thankfully it didn`t. We all played in the right spirit. And it`s a tough contest against Delhi Capitals. Full credit has to go to our coach Brendon McCullum. Its his ethos, his mindset, and the boys have bought into that," Morgan said after the game.&nbsp;

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DC skipper Rishabh Pant said the team was 10 runs short as they finished on 127/9 in their 20 overs. But he was quick to add that he is really happy with the performance of his bowlers as they looked to defend a low total.

"I think we were 10 short, not much. We knew wicket would slow down in the second innings. But every team is trying to win the match. We want to give 100 percent and if it doesn`t go our way we will learn and move on. Batting was pretty difficult for new batters. We wanted to capitalise in the end with the bat, but we lost wickets and ended up 10 short. Bowling performance -- really happy. There isn`t a massive change that we need to do," Pant said.

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Eoin Morgan said coach Brendon McCullum deserves credit as the team has now won three games in the second leg of the Indian Premier League with the win over Delhi Capitals at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Eoin Morgan said coach Brendon McCullum deserves credit as the team has now won three games in the second leg of the Indian Premier League with the win over Delhi Capitals at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. "Delighted. Tough playing two day games in three days. But delighted to get a couple of points. Winning toss and fielding is not an easy thing to do. Guys were more calculated today, and it came off. When the outfield is slow, if you are cagey it can come back to hurt you."Both sides played the game hard. On a hot day, things can boil over. Thankfully it didn`t. We all played in the right spirit. And it`s a tough contest against Delhi Capitals. Full credit has to go to our coach Brendon McCullum. Its his ethos, his mindset, and the boys have bought into that," Morgan said after the game. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Sunil Narine stars as KKR beat DC by 3 wickets, consolidate spot in top 4 DC skipper Rishabh Pant said the team was 10 runs short as they finished on 127/9 in their 20 overs. But he was quick to add that he is really happy with the performance of his bowlers as they looked to defend a low total. "I think we were 10 short, not much. We knew wicket would slow down in the second innings. But every team is trying to win the match. We want to give 100 percent and if it doesn`t go our way we will learn and move on. Batting was pretty difficult for new batters. We wanted to capitalise in the end with the bat, but we lost wickets and ended up 10 short. Bowling performance -- really happy. There isn`t a massive change that we need to do," Pant said.

IPL 2021: KKR skipper Eoin Morgan credits coach Brendon McCullum for team's revamp in final leg

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have revamped in style in the IPL 2021 edition, following their disastrous run in the previous season. The Yellow Army have 16 points from 10 games and will be desperate to end in the top-two and win their fourth title in this year's edition.

While Dhoni-led CSK are in contention to win another championship, the skipper hasn't lived upto expectations with the willow in hand. Though the 40-year-old remains solid behind the stumps and as the captain, his batting has been below-par after a forgettable season that he endured in IPL 2020.

So far, Dhoni has amassed only 52 runs in 7 innings at 108.33 whereas he ended with 200 runs in IPL 2020. Thus, former Aussie spin wizard Brad Hogg feels the former Indian captain will announce his retirement from IPL following the ongoing season. "I think he's going to retire at the end of the year from IPL cricket. The way he got out to Chakravarthy the other day with the wrong un', there was a huge gap between bat and pad. I think the reflexes of the 40-year-old are just starting to wane. His keeping has been sensational," Hogg said on his YouTube channel.

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Hogg added, "It's good for Indian cricket and CSK that he is still going because of his leadership out in the middle. He's keeping things calm and helped Jadeja grow as a cricketer and developing youngsters as well. Just the way that he walked off, that body language, there was a glint in the eye that said I think I've just lost that sharpness. At the age of 40 and with the role that he's got with the Indian Cricket Team going into that T20 World Cup, I think he'll move into a management role or even the head coach of CSK."

"Probably the management role and sit alongside Stephen Fleming and help out develop the youngsters but also create a good strategy for the new wave of CSK cricketers moving forward because you need someone of that quality around that knows Indian conditions, knows the Indian people and has a good rapport with the players," he explained further.

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Dhoni remains one of the biggest names in IPL history, amassing 4,684 runs in 214 appearances. Nonetheless, his batting skills have gone down although he remains a potent threat with the gloves behind the stumps and as an astute leader. If he is considering&nbsp;retiring from IPL, the veteran CSK skipper will be desperate to lead the three-time winners to their fourth title and sign off on a high.

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have revamped in style in the IPL 2021 edition, following their disastrous run in the previous season. The Yellow Army have 16 points from 10 games and will be desperate to end in the top-two and win their fourth title in this year's edition.

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have revamped in style in the IPL 2021 edition, following their disastrous run in the previous season. The Yellow Army have 16 points from 10 games and will be desperate to end in the top-two and win their fourth title in this year's edition. While Dhoni-led CSK are in contention to win another championship, the skipper hasn't lived upto expectations with the willow in hand. Though the 40-year-old remains solid behind the stumps and as the captain, his batting has been below-par after a forgettable season that he endured in IPL 2020. So far, Dhoni has amassed only 52 runs in 7 innings at 108.33 whereas he ended with 200 runs in IPL 2020. Thus, former Aussie spin wizard Brad Hogg feels the former Indian captain will announce his retirement from IPL following the ongoing season. "I think he's going to retire at the end of the year from IPL cricket. The way he got out to Chakravarthy the other day with the wrong un', there was a huge gap between bat and pad. I think the reflexes of the 40-year-old are just starting to wane. His keeping has been sensational," Hogg said on his YouTube channel. ALSO READ | IPL 14: Gautam Gambhir decodes MS Dhoni's struggles, reveals why CSK skipper is finding it difficult to be among runs Hogg added, "It's good for Indian cricket and CSK that he is still going because of his leadership out in the middle. He's keeping things calm and helped Jadeja grow as a cricketer and developing youngsters as well. Just the way that he walked off, that body language, there was a glint in the eye that said I think I've just lost that sharpness. At the age of 40 and with the role that he's got with the Indian Cricket Team going into that T20 World Cup, I think he'll move into a management role or even the head coach of CSK." "Probably the management role and sit alongside Stephen Fleming and help out develop the youngsters but also create a good strategy for the new wave of CSK cricketers moving forward because you need someone of that quality around that knows Indian conditions, knows the Indian people and has a good rapport with the players," he explained further. ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE | MS Dhoni's inclusion as mentor is huge boost to Virat Kohli and finishers in T20 World Cup squad: Manoj Tiwary Dhoni remains one of the biggest names in IPL history, amassing 4,684 runs in 214 appearances. Nonetheless, his batting skills have gone down although he remains a potent threat with the gloves behind the stumps and as an astute leader. If he is considering retiring from IPL, the veteran CSK skipper will be desperate to lead the three-time winners to their fourth title and sign off on a high.

MS Dhoni is going to retire: Brad Hogg makes big statement on CSK captain's future

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Delhi Capitals by three wickets in their Indian Premier League match, enhancing their chances of making the Play-offs stage, here on Tuesday. Skipper Rishabh Pant played a patient knock of 39 runs for the Capitals while Steve Smith, who replaced Prithvi Shaw, also contributed 39 runs. Lockie Feguson, Sunil Narine and Venkatesh Iyer claimed two wickets apiece for KKR.

Nitish Rana led the chase with a short but an impactful innings of 36 runs after set batsman Shubhman Gill departed for 30. Sunil Narine made a quick 21 off 10 balls.

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Brief Scores: 
Delhi Capitals: 127 for 9 in 20 overs (R Pant 39, S Smith 39; L Ferguson 2/10, S Narine 2/18, V Iyer 2/28). 
Kolkata Knight Riders: 130 for 7 in 18.2 overs. (N Rana 36 not out, S Gill 30; A Khan 3/13).

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Delhi Capitals by three wickets in their Indian Premier League match, enhancing their chances of making the Play-offs stage, here on Tuesday.

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Delhi Capitals by three wickets in their Indian Premier League match, enhancing their chances of making the Play-offs stage, here on Tuesday. Skipper Rishabh Pant played a patient knock of 39 runs for the Capitals while Steve Smith, who replaced Prithvi Shaw, also contributed 39 runs. Lockie Feguson, Sunil Narine and Venkatesh Iyer claimed two wickets apiece for KKR. Nitish Rana led the chase with a short but an impactful innings of 36 runs after set batsman Shubhman Gill departed for 30. Sunil Narine made a quick 21 off 10 balls. ALSO READ | KKR vs DC: Rishabh Pant surpasses Virender Sehwag to become Delhi's all-time leading run-scorer during IPL 2021 Brief Scores: Delhi Capitals: 127 for 9 in 20 overs (R Pant 39, S Smith 39; L Ferguson 2/10, S Narine 2/18, V Iyer 2/28). Kolkata Knight Riders: 130 for 7 in 18.2 overs. (N Rana 36 not out, S Gill 30; A Khan 3/13).

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Match 41 of the IPL 2021 edition saw the in-form Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) lock horns with the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah on Tuesday (September 28). In the low-scoring encounter, KKR managed to emerge on top of the DC franchise by 3 wickets -- in pursuit of 128 -- to pick up two vital points.

While Pant-led DC lost the encounter, the IPL 2020 runners-up remain in the top-two in the overall standings. For the skipper Pant, it was a decent game as he made a sedate 36-ball 39 and rotated the bowlers to make it tough for the Kolkata franchise. However, the 23-year-old achieved an elite feat during the match; surpassing Virender Sehwag to make Delhi franchise's leading run-scorer of all-time.

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Sehwag, who captained the Delhi Daredevils (DD) and took them to the playoffs in 2008, 2009 and 2012 -- ended his IPL career with&nbsp;2382 for the Delhi team. Pant now has 2,390 runs in 79 matches with a strike-rate of 148.35 and average of 35.67.

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Talking about DC vs KKR clash, KKR opted to bowl first as none of the DC batters played till the end to take Delhi beyond the 130-run mark. Courtesy Pant and Steve Smith's 39 apiece, DC were restricted for 127-9 as Venkatesh Iyer, Lockie Ferguson and Sunil Narine picked up two wickets each. In reply, Nitish Rana's unbeaten 36 and Shubman Gill's 30 took KKR to the target in 18.2 overs with 3 wickets in hand.

Match 41 of the IPL 2021 edition saw the in-form Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) lock horns with the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah on Tuesday (September 28).

Match 41 of the IPL 2021 edition saw the in-form Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) lock horns with the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah on Tuesday (September 28). In the low-scoring encounter, KKR managed to emerge on top of the DC franchise by 3 wickets -- in pursuit of 128 -- to pick up two vital points. While Pant-led DC lost the encounter, the IPL 2020 runners-up remain in the top-two in the overall standings. For the skipper Pant, it was a decent game as he made a sedate 36-ball 39 and rotated the bowlers to make it tough for the Kolkata franchise. However, the 23-year-old achieved an elite feat during the match; surpassing Virender Sehwag to make Delhi franchise's leading run-scorer of all-time. ALSO READ | Shreyas Iyer likely to be included in India's main T20 World Cup squad as concerns arise over WC-bound players' form in IPL - Report Sehwag, who captained the Delhi Daredevils (DD) and took them to the playoffs in 2008, 2009 and 2012 -- ended his IPL career with 2382 for the Delhi team. Pant now has 2,390 runs in 79 matches with a strike-rate of 148.35 and average of 35.67. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Shreyas Iyer reacts after playing under Rishabh Pant during DC's 8-wicket win over SRH Talking about DC vs KKR clash, KKR opted to bowl first as none of the DC batters played till the end to take Delhi beyond the 130-run mark. Courtesy Pant and Steve Smith's 39 apiece, DC were restricted for 127-9 as Venkatesh Iyer, Lockie Ferguson and Sunil Narine picked up two wickets each. In reply, Nitish Rana's unbeaten 36 and Shubman Gill's 30 took KKR to the target in 18.2 overs with 3 wickets in hand.

KKR vs DC: Rishabh Pant surpasses Virender Sehwag to become Delhi's all-time leading run-scorer during IPL 2021

Shreyas Iyer had a shoulder injury during the India-England ODIs at home, early this year,. It forced him to miss the first leg of IPL 2021 and also remain out of competitive cricket for six months before he returned to the Delhi Capitals (DC) squad for the second and final leg of this year's IPL, in the UAE.

Since his return, the right-hander has looked in good touch and managed scores of 47* and 43 in DC's first two outings in the final leg. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians' (MI) famed trio -- Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya -- haven't managed to fire on all cylinders for the defending champions. Hence a report suggests that the Indian team management is keen on including Iyer in the main squad amid growing concerns over the T20 WC-bound players' form.

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A BCCI source told InsideSport, "Yes, it is a bit of a concern but we still have few matches left in IPL to get them back in form. Hopefully, they will. Suryakumar has been amongst runs for India so he is not a big concern at the moment. Ishan Kishan too did well in Sri Lanka. Virat also spoke to him on Sunday and let’s see how it goes.

"We have Shreyas Iyer as the backup, if there are any concerns, he could be added. But it’s too early to say anything. Ishan Kishan is an important player and so are Suryakumar and others. There is no point speculating,” the source revealed.

“Hardik is recovering and Mumbai Indians have managed him well. We will see how it goes. He is bowling at the nets, so that’s a good sign. Rohit is there, so he knows better how to handle him. You are talking about Hardik and there is no backup at the moment. Shardul and Deepak are good options but they are yet to prove as regular all-round options in T20s. So, Hardik remains the best all-rounder,” the BCCI source further added.

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For the unversed, India have three players in the standby list at present. It includes Iyer, Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar. All three of them have been decent so far in the UAE leg of IPL 14 and their performances will be closely monitored in the business end of the tournament as well.&nbsp;

On the other hand, the likes of SKY, Ishan and Hardik also have time to rediscover their form before the T20 WC commences from October 17 in the UAE.

Shreyas Iyer had a shoulder injury during the India-England ODIs at home, early this year,. It forced him to miss the first leg of IPL 2021 and also remain out of competitive cricket for six months before he returned to the Delhi Capitals (DC) squad for the second and final leg of this year's IPL, in the UAE.

Shreyas Iyer had a shoulder injury during the India-England ODIs at home, early this year,. It forced him to miss the first leg of IPL 2021 and also remain out of competitive cricket for six months before he returned to the Delhi Capitals (DC) squad for the second and final leg of this year's IPL, in the UAE. Since his return, the right-hander has looked in good touch and managed scores of 47* and 43 in DC's first two outings in the final leg. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians' (MI) famed trio -- Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya -- haven't managed to fire on all cylinders for the defending champions. Hence a report suggests that the Indian team management is keen on including Iyer in the main squad amid growing concerns over the T20 WC-bound players' form. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Shreyas Iyer reacts after playing under Rishabh Pant during DC's 8-wicket win over SRH A BCCI source told InsideSport, "Yes, it is a bit of a concern but we still have few matches left in IPL to get them back in form. Hopefully, they will. Suryakumar has been amongst runs for India so he is not a big concern at the moment. Ishan Kishan too did well in Sri Lanka. Virat also spoke to him on Sunday and let’s see how it goes. "We have Shreyas Iyer as the backup, if there are any concerns, he could be added. But it’s too early to say anything. Ishan Kishan is an important player and so are Suryakumar and others. There is no point speculating,” the source revealed. “Hardik is recovering and Mumbai Indians have managed him well. We will see how it goes. He is bowling at the nets, so that’s a good sign. Rohit is there, so he knows better how to handle him. You are talking about Hardik and there is no backup at the moment. Shardul and Deepak are good options but they are yet to prove as regular all-round options in T20s. So, Hardik remains the best all-rounder,” the BCCI source further added. ALSO READ | VIRAL: MI skipper Rohit Sharma's lookalike spotted in Pakistan, leaves Twitterati in splits with striking resemblance For the unversed, India have three players in the standby list at present. It includes Iyer, Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar. All three of them have been decent so far in the UAE leg of IPL 14 and their performances will be closely monitored in the business end of the tournament as well. On the other hand, the likes of SKY, Ishan and Hardik also have time to rediscover their form before the T20 WC commences from October 17 in the UAE.

Shreyas Iyer likely to be included in India's main T20 World Cup squad as concerns arise over WC-bound players' form in IPL - Report

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