The final season of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/not-something-to-experience-again-george-rr-martin-on-game-of-thrones-success-231457">"Game of Thrones"</a> smashed the record for most Primetime Emmy nominations by a drama series in a single year, earning a whopping 32 nods Tuesday.

The conclusion to HBO's fantasy epic enraged fans but still trounced the competition, with "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" -- Amazon's story of a 1950s housewife-turned-stand up comic -- a distant second on 20 nominations for the small-screen equivalent of the Oscars.

"Thrones" was already the most decorated fictional show in the awards' seven-decade history, and now has 161 nominations, according to the Television Academy website.&nbsp;

HBO's acclaimed drama "Chernobyl" placed third with 19, ahead of perennial Emmys powerhouse "Saturday Night Live" on 18.

The Television Academy's 24,000 members sifted through a record number of entries for this year's Emmys.

Final-round voting will now begin to pick winners who will be revealed at a glitzy Los Angeles show on September 22.&nbsp;

The final season of "Game of Thrones" smashed the record for most Primetime Emmy nominations by a drama series in a single year, earning a whopping 32 nods Tuesday.

The final season of "Game of Thrones" smashed the record for most Primetime Emmy nominations by a drama series in a single year, earning a whopping 32 nods Tuesday. The conclusion to HBO's fantasy epic enraged fans but still trounced the competition, with "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" -- Amazon's story of a 1950s housewife-turned-stand up comic -- a distant second on 20 nominations for the small-screen equivalent of the Oscars. "Thrones" was already the most decorated fictional show in the awards' seven-decade history, and now has 161 nominations, according to the Television Academy website. HBO's acclaimed drama "Chernobyl" placed third with 19, ahead of perennial Emmys powerhouse "Saturday Night Live" on 18. The Television Academy's 24,000 members sifted through a record number of entries for this year's Emmys. Final-round voting will now begin to pick winners who will be revealed at a glitzy Los Angeles show on September 22.

Game of Thrones leads with 32 Emmy nominations

Facebook Inc is "delusional" to believe people will trust it with their money, a US Senator said on Tuesday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle questioned the social media company on its <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-needs-very-high-standard-for-libra-coin-us-treasury-steven-mnuchin-236268">plans for a digital currency</a> at a hearing on Tuesday.

Facebook is fighting to get Washington onside after it shocked regulators and lawmakers with its announcement on June 18 that it was hoping to launch a new digital<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/if-facebooks-libra-wants-to-become-a-bank-it-must-must-seek-new-banking-charter-trump-235162"> coin called Libra in 2020</a>.

Since then it has faced criticism from policymakers and financial watchdogs at home and abroad who fear widespread adoption of the digital currency by the social media giant's 2.38 billion users could upend the financial system.

"Facebook has demonstrated through scandal after scandal that it doesn't deserve our trust," Democratic senator Sherrod Brown, the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, said in his opening remarks. "We'd be crazy to give them a chance to let them experiment with people's bank accounts."

Brown added during questioning that he thought it was "delusional" to think individuals would trust the social media company with their "hard-earned" money.

The Senate Banking Committee is questioning David Marcus, the company's top executive overseeing the project, on issues ranging from how Libra could affect global monetary policy to how customer data will be handled.

Marcus, who was president of PayPal from 2012 to 2014, tried to assuage concerns in his opening remarks by promising that Facebook will not begin offering Libra until regulatory issues are addressed.&nbsp;

"We know we need to take the time to get this right," Marcus, who is also due to testify before the House Financial Services Committee on Wednesday, said. Marcus received a frosty welcome from Democratic lawmakers who already believe the company is too large and careless with consumer data.

Concerns raised through questions included how the company plans to prevent money laundering through the new payment system, how consumers' data and funds will be protected and how the Geneva-based association created to run the system will be regulated.

Republicans shared some of these worries, but appeared less hostile, even after US President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin voiced concerns over the past few days.

"They're going to have to convince us of very high standards before they have access to the US financial system," Mnuchin said on Monday.

Critics have expressed anger that the company would have got so far in its plans for such a potentially groundbreaking project without extensive input from policymakers, especially when it is already in the spotlight over privacy issues.

For example, the top Republican and Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee sent Facebook a letter on May 9 seeking information, including how the company would protect consumers' financial information. But Facebook did not write back until July 8, the committee said.

One Democratic aide described the company's contacts with lawmakers as "inept and entitled."

In its defence, Facebook has said that it announced the project in its early stages to get feedback from stakeholders. Marcus reiterated this at the hearing on Tuesday.

Facebook Inc is "delusional" to believe people will trust it with their money, a US Senator said on Tuesday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle questioned the social media company on its plans for a digital currency at a hearing on Tuesday.

Facebook Inc is "delusional" to believe people will trust it with their money, a US Senator said on Tuesday as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle questioned the social media company on its plans for a digital currency at a hearing on Tuesday. Facebook is fighting to get Washington onside after it shocked regulators and lawmakers with its announcement on June 18 that it was hoping to launch a new digital coin called Libra in 2020. Since then it has faced criticism from policymakers and financial watchdogs at home and abroad who fear widespread adoption of the digital currency by the social media giant's 2.38 billion users could upend the financial system. "Facebook has demonstrated through scandal after scandal that it doesn't deserve our trust," Democratic senator Sherrod Brown, the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, said in his opening remarks. "We'd be crazy to give them a chance to let them experiment with people's bank accounts." Brown added during questioning that he thought it was "delusional" to think individuals would trust the social media company with their "hard-earned" money. The Senate Banking Committee is questioning David Marcus, the company's top executive overseeing the project, on issues ranging from how Libra could affect global monetary policy to how customer data will be handled. Marcus, who was president of PayPal from 2012 to 2014, tried to assuage concerns in his opening remarks by promising that Facebook will not begin offering Libra until regulatory issues are addressed. "We know we need to take the time to get this right," Marcus, who is also due to testify before the House Financial Services Committee on Wednesday, said. Marcus received a frosty welcome from Democratic lawmakers who already believe the company is too large and careless with consumer data. Concerns raised through questions included how the company plans to prevent money laundering through the new payment system, how consumers' data and funds will be protected and how the Geneva-based association created to run the system will be regulated. Republicans shared some of these worries, but appeared less hostile, even after US President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin voiced concerns over the past few days. "They're going to have to convince us of very high standards before they have access to the US financial system," Mnuchin said on Monday. Critics have expressed anger that the company would have got so far in its plans for such a potentially groundbreaking project without extensive input from policymakers, especially when it is already in the spotlight over privacy issues. For example, the top Republican and Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee sent Facebook a letter on May 9 seeking information, including how the company would protect consumers' financial information. But Facebook did not write back until July 8, the committee said. One Democratic aide described the company's contacts with lawmakers as "inept and entitled." In its defence, Facebook has said that it announced the project in its early stages to get feedback from stakeholders. Marcus reiterated this at the hearing on Tuesday.

US lawmakers question Facebook over plans on Libra cryptocurrency

After Democratic <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/democratic-congresswomen-hit-back-after-racist-trump-tirade-236437">Congresswoman hit back at President</a> Trump over his xenophobic tirade against them, the US president said those tweets were "not racist".

"I don’t have a racist bone in my body," Trump tweeted, adding, "our country is free, beautiful and very successful. If you hate our country, or if you are not happy here, you can leave!"

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In a series of tweets on Sunday Trump had attacked the four congress lawmakers, all born in America -&nbsp;Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, Rashida Tlaib of Michigan, Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts.

Trump had also accused the four first-term congresswomen - who are of Hispanic, Arab, Somali and African American origin - of having "love" for US "enemies like Al-Qaeda."

The four lawmakers -- who have been nicknamed "The Squad" by some media -- said attention should instead be focused on healthcare and immigration and, in particular, the treatment of asylum seekers on the southern border.

"Weak minds and leaders challenge loyalty to our country in order to avoid challenging and debating the policy," said Ocasio-Cortez.

Trump "does not know how to defend his policies, so what he does is attack us personally, and that is what this is all about," she said.

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After Democratic Congresswoman hit back at President Trump over his xenophobic tirade against them, the US president said those tweets were "not racist". "I don’t have a racist bone in my body," Trump tweeted, adding, "our country is free, beautiful and very successful.

After Democratic Congresswoman hit back at President Trump over his xenophobic tirade against them, the US president said those tweets were "not racist". "I don’t have a racist bone in my body," Trump tweeted, adding, "our country is free, beautiful and very successful. If you hate our country, or if you are not happy here, you can leave!" Those Tweets were NOT Racist. I don’t have a Racist bone in my body! The so-called vote to be taken is a Democrat con game. Republicans should not show “weakness” and fall into their trap. This should be a vote on the filthy language, statements and lies told by the Democrat..... — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 16, 2019 × "Congresswomen, who I truly believe, based on their actions, hate our country. Get a list of the horrible things they have said." .....Congresswomen, who I truly believe, based on their actions, hate our Country. Get a list of the HORRIBLE things they have said. Omar is polling at 8%, Cortez at 21%. Nancy Pelosi tried to push them away, but now they are forever wedded to the Democrat Party. See you in 2020! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 16, 2019 × In a series of tweets on Sunday Trump had attacked the four congress lawmakers, all born in America - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, Rashida Tlaib of Michigan, Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts. Trump had also accused the four first-term congresswomen - who are of Hispanic, Arab, Somali and African American origin - of having "love" for US "enemies like Al-Qaeda." The four lawmakers -- who have been nicknamed "The Squad" by some media -- said attention should instead be focused on healthcare and immigration and, in particular, the treatment of asylum seekers on the southern border. "Weak minds and leaders challenge loyalty to our country in order to avoid challenging and debating the policy," said Ocasio-Cortez. Trump "does not know how to defend his policies, so what he does is attack us personally, and that is what this is all about," she said. --

After rebuke, Trump says 'I don’t have a racist bone in my body'

England's all-rounder Ben Stokes is likely to receive knighthood after showcasing a match-winning performance against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-coach-wants-rules-to-review-after-hollow-world-cup-final-236266">New Zealand</a> in the finals of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

Stokes played an unbeaten knock of 84 runs and after his performance, UK Prime Minister candidates Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt said they would go to the maximum to give Stokes "knighthood".

It may be noted that Johnson or Hunt will replace outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May later this month.

"I will give dukedoms, whatever - I will go to the maximum, too, what, the Garter King of Arms. Yes is the answer, absolutely," cricket.com.au quoted Johnson as saying.

"Of course," added Hunt, when asked about granting knighthood to Stokes during the debate.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-euphoric-reactions-of-british-grandma-to-englands-historic-world-cup-triumph-236364">England </a>scripted history on Sunday by claiming their first-ever World Cup title.

The finals will be remembered for ages as it did not have a winner after the 50-over and super over action both ended in a tie.

In the end, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/allah-was-with-us-captain-morgan-hails-diverse-cultures-as-england-win-world-cup-with-rest-of-world-236174">England </a>were announced as the winner as they had hit more boundaries - 26 - as compared to New Zealand's 17 boundaries in the match.

New Zealand had set up a target of 242 for England to win the World Cup.

As the hosts needed nine runs off three balls, Stokes hit the ball into the deep off Trent Boult and ran for a double.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-is-champ-twitter-reacts-after-james-neesham-tells-kids-not-to-take-up-sport-236079">New Zealand</a>'s Martin Guptill threw the ball in an attempt to run out Stokes but the ball bounced off Stokes'&nbsp;bat and reached the boundary.

As a result, England were awarded six runs - two for a double and four for an overthrow.

It may be noted that eleven English cricketers have already been knighted for their services to cricket.

Most recently, Sir Alastair Cook was knighted for his performance in both ODI and Test format.28-year-old Stokes had a difficult two years to deal with as he missed the 2017-18 Ashes over his involvement in a brawl in Bristol.

The incident had left a man with facial injuries, but Stokes was later found not guilty of affray.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dramatic-world-cup-final-the-best-game-ever-says-england-hero-ben-stokes-235986">England </a>will next take on Australia in the Ashes starting August 1.

England's all-rounder Ben Stokes is likely to receive knighthood after showcasing a match-winning performance against New Zealand in the finals of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

England's all-rounder Ben Stokes is likely to receive knighthood after showcasing a match-winning performance against New Zealand in the finals of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. Stokes played an unbeaten knock of 84 runs and after his performance, UK Prime Minister candidates Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt said they would go to the maximum to give Stokes "knighthood". It may be noted that Johnson or Hunt will replace outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May later this month. "I will give dukedoms, whatever - I will go to the maximum, too, what, the Garter King of Arms. Yes is the answer, absolutely," cricket.com.au quoted Johnson as saying. "Of course," added Hunt, when asked about granting knighthood to Stokes during the debate. England scripted history on Sunday by claiming their first-ever World Cup title. The finals will be remembered for ages as it did not have a winner after the 50-over and super over action both ended in a tie. In the end, England were announced as the winner as they had hit more boundaries - 26 - as compared to New Zealand's 17 boundaries in the match. New Zealand had set up a target of 242 for England to win the World Cup. As the hosts needed nine runs off three balls, Stokes hit the ball into the deep off Trent Boult and ran for a double. New Zealand's Martin Guptill threw the ball in an attempt to run out Stokes but the ball bounced off Stokes' bat and reached the boundary. As a result, England were awarded six runs - two for a double and four for an overthrow. It may be noted that eleven English cricketers have already been knighted for their services to cricket. Most recently, Sir Alastair Cook was knighted for his performance in both ODI and Test format.28-year-old Stokes had a difficult two years to deal with as he missed the 2017-18 Ashes over his involvement in a brawl in Bristol. The incident had left a man with facial injuries, but Stokes was later found not guilty of affray. England will next take on Australia in the Ashes starting August 1.

Ben Stokes likely to receive knighthood for World Cup final heroics

Master blaster <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/sachin-opens-again-at-the-world-cup-this-time-as-a-commentator-222677&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjhpKjewbnjAhX463MBHd9PDSsQFjAAegQIBhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw165tANtMc-qVlbix-pMBEJ">Sachin Tendulkar</a> on Tuesday paid tribute to his childhood coach Ramakant Achrekar on the occasion of Guru Purnima.

The legendary Indian cricketer in a tweet expressed his gratitude to Achrekar, saying, "Guru is the one who removes the darkness of ignorance in the student. Thank you Achrekar Sir for being that Guru &amp; guide to me and making me what I am today."

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The Dronacharya awardee has trained Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli among others at Shivaji Park in Dadar.

The stalwart coach passed away at the age of 87 in January this year.

Upon Achrekar's death, <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/sachin-tendulkar-sues-australian-cricket-bat-maker-spartan-over-2-million-in-royalties-227062&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjhpKjewbnjAhX463MBHd9PDSsQFjAFegQIARAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0NScIuKN8W4h12FA6yiN2O">Tendulkar </a>said that his childhood coach had built the foundation of the master blaster's cricketing career.

"Cricket in heaven will be enriched with the presence of Achrekar Sir. Like many of his students, I learnt my ABCD of cricket under Sir's guidance. His contribution to my life cannot be captured in words. He built the foundation that I stand on," Tendulkar said.

"Last month, I met Sir along with some of his students and spent some time together. We shared a laugh as we remembered the old times. Achrekar Sir taught us the virtues of playing straight and living straight. Thank you for making us a part of your life and enriching us with your coaching manual. Well played Sir and May you coach more wherever you are," he added.

Regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time, Tendulkar holds the record of being the highest run-scorer of all time in the international cricket, having notched up 18,426 runs in ODI and 15,921 runs in Test matches.

Meanwhile, former Indian batsman <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/sehwag-laxman-kaif-sympathise-with-ambati-rayudu-after-his-retirement-232805&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiekf-KwrnjAhUTmuYKHd3zBUcQFjACegQIDhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Sr7NFRLorrVwzMXToaGg5">Virender Sehwag</a> conveyed his wishes on Guru Purnima through Twitter.

"May the Darkness be dispelled. Happy #GuruPurnima!" Sehwag said.

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Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman also thanked his teachers and coaches in nurturing and moulding his life.

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"May the Guru's blessings always shower on all of us. Happy #GuruPurnima! Guru is the one who can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instil a love of learning. On the auspicious occasion of #GuruPurnima, I thank all my teachers and coaches in nurturing and moulding my life," Laxman said.

Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday paid tribute to his childhood coach Ramakant Achrekar on the occasion of Guru Purnima. The legendary Indian cricketer in a tweet expressed his gratitude to Achrekar, saying, "Guru is the one who removes the darkness of ignorance in the student.

Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday paid tribute to his childhood coach Ramakant Achrekar on the occasion of Guru Purnima. The legendary Indian cricketer in a tweet expressed his gratitude to Achrekar, saying, "Guru is the one who removes the darkness of ignorance in the student. Thank you Achrekar Sir for being that Guru & guide to me and making me what I am today." गुरुर्ब्रह्मा ग्रुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः । गुरुः साक्षात् परब्रम्ह तस्मै श्री गुरवे नमः ॥ Guru is the one who removes the darkness of ignorance in the student. Thank you Achrekar Sir for being that Guru & guide to me and making me what I am today.#GuruPurnima pic.twitter.com/Tbd74ZdVb0 — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 16, 2019 × The Dronacharya awardee has trained Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli among others at Shivaji Park in Dadar. The stalwart coach passed away at the age of 87 in January this year. Upon Achrekar's death, Tendulkar said that his childhood coach had built the foundation of the master blaster's cricketing career. "Cricket in heaven will be enriched with the presence of Achrekar Sir. Like many of his students, I learnt my ABCD of cricket under Sir's guidance. His contribution to my life cannot be captured in words. He built the foundation that I stand on," Tendulkar said. "Last month, I met Sir along with some of his students and spent some time together. We shared a laugh as we remembered the old times. Achrekar Sir taught us the virtues of playing straight and living straight. Thank you for making us a part of your life and enriching us with your coaching manual. Well played Sir and May you coach more wherever you are," he added. Regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time, Tendulkar holds the record of being the highest run-scorer of all time in the international cricket, having notched up 18,426 runs in ODI and 15,921 runs in Test matches. Meanwhile, former Indian batsman Virender Sehwag conveyed his wishes on Guru Purnima through Twitter. "May the Darkness be dispelled. Happy #GuruPurnima!" Sehwag said. May the Darkness be dispelled. Happy #GuruPurnima ! — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) July 16, 2019 × Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman also thanked his teachers and coaches in nurturing and moulding his life. Guru is the one who can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning. On the auspicious occasion of #GuruPurnima, I thank all my teachers and coaches in nurturing and moulding my life. https://t.co/7QduGWMTg7 — VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 16, 2019 × "May the Guru's blessings always shower on all of us. Happy #GuruPurnima! Guru is the one who can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instil a love of learning. On the auspicious occasion of #GuruPurnima, I thank all my teachers and coaches in nurturing and moulding my life," Laxman said.

Sachin Tendulkar pays tribute to Ramakant Achrekar on Guru Purnima

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/bangladesh-beat-west-indies-by-seven-wickets-in-world-cup-228121&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiW9tX-xLnjAhWEwI8KHaNhB2oQFjACegQIDhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Evca6brNBDxM0FCPX_L8E">Bangladesh </a>are resting all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan but have retained skipper <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/extremely-sorry-bangladeshs-skipper-mashrafe-mortaza-to-shakib-after-losing-to-pakistan-233444&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi2ibWYxbnjAhXC6XMBHTYnDykQFjAAegQIAhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0JZP8QHIiFypEf57976MjC">Mashrafe Mortaza</a> for the three-match one-day international series against Sri Lanka later this month, officials said Tuesday.

Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam and top-order batsman Anamul Haque were also recalled to replace Shakib and batsman Liton Das, who has been rested for personal reasons. &nbsp;

Medium pace Abu Jayed, who was part of World Cup squad but did not play any games, was the other player to miss out.

"Now that the World Cup chapter is over and we are starting a new season. This series is very important for us," said Minhajul Abedin Nannu.

"We didn't make big changes from the World Cup squad here. As we don't have Shakib and Liton, we included two players in their places and dropped one player," he said.

Bangladesh finished eighth in the World Cup after just three wins - against <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/bangladesh-beat-south-africa-by-21-runs-in-cricket-world-cup-223723&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiW9tX-xLnjAhWEwI8KHaNhB2oQFjAFegQIARAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2OFownrcEjdrhtzcuFG1oA">struggling South Africa</a>, West Indies and Afghanistan.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) sacked coach Steve Rhodes after the team returned home last week and announced it will not renew the contract of bowling coach Courtney Walsh.

Mashrafe, who claimed just one wicket in eight matches, shouldered the responsibility for the team's lacklustre performance, but the BCB has kept faith on him.

Bangladesh will become the first team to tour Sri Lanka since the deadly Easter attacks in which 258 people were killed.

The teams will play three one-day internationals on July 26, 28 and 31 at the Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo.

Squad: 
Mashrafe Mortaza (Capt), Tamim Iqbal, Soumya Sarker, Anamul Haque, Mohammad Mithun, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Mosaddek Hossain, Sabbir Rahman, Mehidy Hasan, Taijul Islam, Rubel Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mustafizur Rahman.

Bangladesh are resting all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan but have retained skipper Mashrafe Mortaza for the three-match one-day international series against Sri Lanka later this month, officials said Tuesday.

Bangladesh are resting all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan but have retained skipper Mashrafe Mortaza for the three-match one-day international series against Sri Lanka later this month, officials said Tuesday. Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam and top-order batsman Anamul Haque were also recalled to replace Shakib and batsman Liton Das, who has been rested for personal reasons. Medium pace Abu Jayed, who was part of World Cup squad but did not play any games, was the other player to miss out. "Now that the World Cup chapter is over and we are starting a new season. This series is very important for us," said Minhajul Abedin Nannu. "We didn't make big changes from the World Cup squad here. As we don't have Shakib and Liton, we included two players in their places and dropped one player," he said. Bangladesh finished eighth in the World Cup after just three wins - against struggling South Africa, West Indies and Afghanistan. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) sacked coach Steve Rhodes after the team returned home last week and announced it will not renew the contract of bowling coach Courtney Walsh. Mashrafe, who claimed just one wicket in eight matches, shouldered the responsibility for the team's lacklustre performance, but the BCB has kept faith on him. Bangladesh will become the first team to tour Sri Lanka since the deadly Easter attacks in which 258 people were killed. The teams will play three one-day internationals on July 26, 28 and 31 at the Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. Squad: Mashrafe Mortaza (Capt), Tamim Iqbal, Soumya Sarker, Anamul Haque, Mohammad Mithun, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Mosaddek Hossain, Sabbir Rahman, Mehidy Hasan, Taijul Islam, Rubel Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mustafizur Rahman.

Bangladesh rest Shakib Al Hasan, retain Mashrafe Mortaza as captain for Sri Lanka tour

Chelsea are facing a transfer ban but new manager <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/frank-lampard-begins-chelsea-charge-with-draw-against-bohemians-234872&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiQ_pGixrnjAhVs8XMBHfp6DzAQFjAAegQIARAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw3OvAuxsCTOwPn7ekb3ujJ_">Frank Lampard</a> is confident the Premier League club do not need to bring in new players to taste success.

Lampard, who is the club's record goalscorer from his time as a player, was appointed Chelsea's new manager this month.

With Chelsea unable to add new players to their squad following a FIFA ban, Lampard has been tasked with improving the players he inherited from predecessor Mauricio Sarri and promoting young players from the club's academy.

Speaking shortly after arriving in Yokohama on Tuesday for the Japan leg of the club's pre-season tour, Lampard said he was impressed with the attitude of his new charges.

"I think I have inherited very good players," Lampard said ahead of Chelsea's pre-season friendly against Japanese champions Kawasaki Frontale on Friday.

"We can't bring in any new players, we know that this year. But I don't need new players. I am very happy with the squad and determined for us to be successful.''

"I have my own way that I want to work with the players and I have to say, in the one week we have been training, I have been very happy with the attitude and the qualities of the players," <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/leeds-vs-derby-frank-lampards-post-win-celebration-bill-goes-viral-219483&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiQ_pGixrnjAhVs8XMBHfp6DzAQFjABegQIDxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw33ZJwIsQ01Uuf3xIkwDOMz">Lampard </a>said.

Friday's clash with Kawasaki will be the third game of Lampard's tenure, with Chelsea having secured a win and a draw during two pre-season matches in Ireland last week.

Lampard will be assisted at Stamford Bridge by former academy coach Jody Morris and the pair are expected to utilise many of the players who have flourished in Chelsea's youth teams and are on loan to other clubs.

Lampard worked with midfielder Mason Mount while he was on loan at Derby County last season and the 20-year-old signed a new five-year contract on Monday.

Mount, along with striker Tammy Abraham and midfielders Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Callum Hudson-Odoi, have Chelsea fans salivating at the prospect of a young, English core prospering under Lampard.

However, Lampard, who made 648 appearances for <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/photos/chelse-lift-the-europa-league-cup-as-hazard-scores-twice-as-parting-gift-222736&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwii_bm2xrnjAhXl4XMBHbCHDEIQFjABegQIAxAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw2_K81K6_IGDbXUkHoRYZrd">Chelsea </a>and scored a club record 211 goals between 2001-2014, warned his young players that the hard work has just started.

"Now we have a batch of them that are fighting to get into the first team," Lampard said of his young players.

"But, to be clear, they now have to make the difference. It is a road, a pathway, that is given to them and now they have to be the ones that play well enough to get into the team.

"I don't care about age, I just care about performance and how people train and play. Now it is up to those young players to show what they can do," said Lampard.

Lampard will also rely on World Cup-winning French midfielder N'Golo Kante to bring energy and experience to his <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/chelsea-appoint-former-goalkeeper-petr-cech-as-technical-advisor-229235&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwii_bm2xrnjAhXl4XMBHbCHDEIQFjAFegQIABAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2UXb2jbjslWXcEMHB6F2AK">Chelsea </a>side.

Kante picked up an injury towards the end of last season but Lampard was confident the 28-year-old will be fit for Chelsea's league opener against Manchester United on August&nbsp;11.

Chelsea are facing a transfer ban but new manager Frank Lampard is confident the Premier League club do not need to bring in new players to taste success. Lampard, who is the club's record goalscorer from his time as a player, was appointed Chelsea's new manager this month.

Chelsea are facing a transfer ban but new manager Frank Lampard is confident the Premier League club do not need to bring in new players to taste success. Lampard, who is the club's record goalscorer from his time as a player, was appointed Chelsea's new manager this month. With Chelsea unable to add new players to their squad following a FIFA ban, Lampard has been tasked with improving the players he inherited from predecessor Mauricio Sarri and promoting young players from the club's academy. Speaking shortly after arriving in Yokohama on Tuesday for the Japan leg of the club's pre-season tour, Lampard said he was impressed with the attitude of his new charges. "I think I have inherited very good players," Lampard said ahead of Chelsea's pre-season friendly against Japanese champions Kawasaki Frontale on Friday. "We can't bring in any new players, we know that this year. But I don't need new players. I am very happy with the squad and determined for us to be successful.'' "I have my own way that I want to work with the players and I have to say, in the one week we have been training, I have been very happy with the attitude and the qualities of the players," Lampard said. Friday's clash with Kawasaki will be the third game of Lampard's tenure, with Chelsea having secured a win and a draw during two pre-season matches in Ireland last week. Lampard will be assisted at Stamford Bridge by former academy coach Jody Morris and the pair are expected to utilise many of the players who have flourished in Chelsea's youth teams and are on loan to other clubs. Lampard worked with midfielder Mason Mount while he was on loan at Derby County last season and the 20-year-old signed a new five-year contract on Monday. Mount, along with striker Tammy Abraham and midfielders Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Callum Hudson-Odoi, have Chelsea fans salivating at the prospect of a young, English core prospering under Lampard. However, Lampard, who made 648 appearances for Chelsea and scored a club record 211 goals between 2001-2014, warned his young players that the hard work has just started. "Now we have a batch of them that are fighting to get into the first team," Lampard said of his young players. "But, to be clear, they now have to make the difference. It is a road, a pathway, that is given to them and now they have to be the ones that play well enough to get into the team. "I don't care about age, I just care about performance and how people train and play. Now it is up to those young players to show what they can do," said Lampard. Lampard will also rely on World Cup-winning French midfielder N'Golo Kante to bring energy and experience to his Chelsea side. Kante picked up an injury towards the end of last season but Lampard was confident the 28-year-old will be fit for Chelsea's league opener against Manchester United on August 11.

Chelsea do not need new players to be successful: Frank Lampard

France's environment minister Francois de Rugy on Tuesday said he was resigning after reports accusing him of extravagant spending, including on luxury dinners, but lashed out at what he described as a "media lynching."

"The attacks and media lynching targeting my family force me to take the necessary step back... I presented my resignation to the prime minister this morning," said Rugy, who also held the post of minister of state which made him the number two in the government after Prime Minister Edouard Philippe.

Environment minister Francois de Rugy had endured a torrid week after the Mediapart investigative website said he hosted lavish dinners -&nbsp;allegedly for friends -&nbsp;while serving as parliament speaker.

De&nbsp;Rugy, visibly angry and choking with emotion, told BFM TV he still had Macron's support. He acknowledged hosting the luxury meals but said that was normal for the National Assembly's speaker. He denied any wrongdoing, describing himself as a frugal man who would make sure the lights were turned off after late-night parliament sessions.

He said he never asked the parliament's chefs to serve lobster. "I don't like it, I don't eat it, I have an intolerance for shellfish," said De&nbsp;Rugy. "I don't like oysters ... I hate caviar and champagne gives me a headache."

Piling on the pressure, Mediapart published a new report saying that Rugy rented a council flat with subsidised rent in western France, even though his salary was "far higher" than the maximum allowed for such aid.

The revelations hit the centrist government of President Emmanuel Macron who is looking to recover from six months of anti-government protests sparked by economic inequality and claims that French leaders are out of touch with ordinary people.

Mediapart said that the dinners hosted by Rugy included luxuries like lobster, champagne and vintage wines from parliament's cellar.

Most damagingly, it alleged that the dinners had little connection to his function and were essentially social gatherings hosted by his wife, a journalist with the people magazine Gala, and funded by the taxpayer.

On a visit Thursday to the central town of Deux-Sevres, the minister was met by a giant inflatable lobster and protesters brandishing slogans like "were the lobsters organic?"

France's environment minister Francois de Rugy on Tuesday said he was resigning after reports accusing him of extravagant spending, including on luxury dinners, but lashed out at what he described as a "media lynching.

France's environment minister Francois de Rugy on Tuesday said he was resigning after reports accusing him of extravagant spending, including on luxury dinners, but lashed out at what he described as a "media lynching." "The attacks and media lynching targeting my family force me to take the necessary step back... I presented my resignation to the prime minister this morning," said Rugy, who also held the post of minister of state which made him the number two in the government after Prime Minister Edouard Philippe. Environment minister Francois de Rugy had endured a torrid week after the Mediapart investigative website said he hosted lavish dinners - allegedly for friends - while serving as parliament speaker. De Rugy, visibly angry and choking with emotion, told BFM TV he still had Macron's support. He acknowledged hosting the luxury meals but said that was normal for the National Assembly's speaker. He denied any wrongdoing, describing himself as a frugal man who would make sure the lights were turned off after late-night parliament sessions. He said he never asked the parliament's chefs to serve lobster. "I don't like it, I don't eat it, I have an intolerance for shellfish," said De Rugy. "I don't like oysters ... I hate caviar and champagne gives me a headache." Piling on the pressure, Mediapart published a new report saying that Rugy rented a council flat with subsidised rent in western France, even though his salary was "far higher" than the maximum allowed for such aid. The revelations hit the centrist government of President Emmanuel Macron who is looking to recover from six months of anti-government protests sparked by economic inequality and claims that French leaders are out of touch with ordinary people. Mediapart said that the dinners hosted by Rugy included luxuries like lobster, champagne and vintage wines from parliament's cellar. Most damagingly, it alleged that the dinners had little connection to his function and were essentially social gatherings hosted by his wife, a journalist with the people magazine Gala, and funded by the taxpayer. On a visit Thursday to the central town of Deux-Sevres, the minister was met by a giant inflatable lobster and protesters brandishing slogans like "were the lobsters organic?"

'I don't like lobsters': French minister Francois de Rugy resigns over luxury dinners scandal

Iran's supreme leader, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-certainly-continue-to-reduce-nuclear-commitments-khamenei-236406">Ayatollah Ali Khamenei</a>, said on Tuesday&nbsp;Iran would respond to Britain's "piracy" over the seizure of an Iranian oil tanker in Gibraltar.

Iran has called on Britain to immediately <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-foreign-minister-javad-zarif-warns-us-says-its-playing-with-fire-236255">release the oil tanker</a>, which was seized by British Royal Marines on suspicion it was breaking European sanctions by taking oil to Syria.

They (the European signatories of the JCPOA) make out of place demands. Then evil Britain, and really their evilness is very clear, commits piracy and steals our ship. It is an act of piracy. But as usual they commit the crime and then try to give their crime a legal appearance and present a reason for what they have done," Iran's supreme leader said.

"It is a simple case: it is piracy. Of course, the Islamic republic will not leave such evil deeds unanswered. There will be a response at the appropriate time and place," Khamenei added. &nbsp;

British foreign minister Jeremy Hunt told his Iranian counterpart over the weekend that Britain would facilitate the release of the detained Grace 1 oil tanker if Tehran gave guarantees it would not go to Syria.

Tehran denies the tanker was taking oil to Syria in violation of European Union sanctions.

Gibraltar police had said earlier on Friday that they had arrested the two second mates from the tanker, a day after the vessel's captain and chief officer were arrested.

In a statement, the police said all four crew members were granted bail with conditions. It did not elaborate, but said the investigation was ongoing and that the Grace 1 continues to be detained.

The British territory's chief minister Gibraltar took the decision to seize an Iranian tanker last week solely because the ship was in breach of European Union sanctions and not on the request of any other country.

The Grace 1 was seized by British Royal Marines off the coast of Gibraltar on suspicion of violating sanctions against Syria. 
&nbsp;

Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Tuesday Iran would respond to Britain's "piracy" over the seizure of an Iranian oil tanker in Gibraltar. Iran has called on Britain to immediately release the oil tanker, which was seized by British Royal Marines on suspicion it was breaking European sanctions by taking oil to Syria.

Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Tuesday Iran would respond to Britain's "piracy" over the seizure of an Iranian oil tanker in Gibraltar. Iran has called on Britain to immediately release the oil tanker, which was seized by British Royal Marines on suspicion it was breaking European sanctions by taking oil to Syria. They (the European signatories of the JCPOA) make out of place demands. Then evil Britain, and really their evilness is very clear, commits piracy and steals our ship. It is an act of piracy. But as usual they commit the crime and then try to give their crime a legal appearance and present a reason for what they have done," Iran's supreme leader said. "It is a simple case: it is piracy. Of course, the Islamic republic will not leave such evil deeds unanswered. There will be a response at the appropriate time and place," Khamenei added. British foreign minister Jeremy Hunt told his Iranian counterpart over the weekend that Britain would facilitate the release of the detained Grace 1 oil tanker if Tehran gave guarantees it would not go to Syria. Tehran denies the tanker was taking oil to Syria in violation of European Union sanctions. Gibraltar police had said earlier on Friday that they had arrested the two second mates from the tanker, a day after the vessel's captain and chief officer were arrested. In a statement, the police said all four crew members were granted bail with conditions. It did not elaborate, but said the investigation was ongoing and that the Grace 1 continues to be detained. The British territory's chief minister Gibraltar took the decision to seize an Iranian tanker last week solely because the ship was in breach of European Union sanctions and not on the request of any other country. The Grace 1 was seized by British Royal Marines off the coast of Gibraltar on suspicion of violating sanctions against Syria.

Evil Britain commits piracy and steals our ship, there will be a response at an appropriate time, warns Khamenei

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said today that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-foreign-minister-javad-zarif-warns-us-says-its-playing-with-fire-236255">Iran will certainly continue to reduce </a>nuclear commitments even as the EU held a meeting on to diffuse the nuclear deal issue with &nbsp;Macron dispatched an envoy to Tehran for the second time in a month on Tuesday in an&nbsp;attempt to convince the Iranian government to come back into compliance with the landmark 2015 deal.

After <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-declines-to-set-united-states-uranium-production-quotas-235511">President Donald Trump </a>unilaterally pulled the United States out of the deal in May 2018, Iran has begun enriching uranium to higher levels, leading to fears the faltering accord could be doomed.&nbsp;

If it falls apart and Iran continues enriching uranium all the way to levels approaching those that could be used in a weapon, diplomats see a high risk of conflict in the Middle East involving the United States and possibly its ally Israel.

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French President Macron has taken an active mediation role, speaking to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Trump in recent days.

Last year, he was weighing whether to become the first French leader to travel to Tehran since 1976. But tensions over the nuclear issue and Iran's involvement in the wars in Syria and Yemen meant he never accepted an invitation to visit.

European nations are seen as wanting to avoid triggering a dispute mechanism in the text which could lead to sanctions being reimposed.

Such a move would heighten tensions, while the threat of fresh sanctions remains one of few levers available to the Europeans as they seek to convince Iran to respect the deal.

A top advisor to Iran's supreme leader had hinted Tehran could boost its uranium enrichment to five per cent for "peaceful" aims, ahead of deadline it set for world powers to save a landmark 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran is acting on its May 8 threat to suspend from Sunday parts of the agreement in response to US President Donald Trump's reimposition of crippling sanctions after withdrawing from the deal in May last year.

The accord capped Iran's enrichment maximum at 3.67 per cent, sufficient for power generation but far below the more than 90 per cent level required for a nuclear weapon.&nbsp;

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said today that Iran will certainly continue to reduce nuclear commitments even as the EU held a meeting on to diffuse the nuclear deal issue with Macron dispatched an envoy to Tehran for the second time in a month on Tuesday in an attempt to convince the Iranian government to come back into compliance with the landmark 2015 deal.

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said today that Iran will certainly continue to reduce nuclear commitments even as the EU held a meeting on to diffuse the nuclear deal issue with Macron dispatched an envoy to Tehran for the second time in a month on Tuesday in an attempt to convince the Iranian government to come back into compliance with the landmark 2015 deal. After President Donald Trump unilaterally pulled the United States out of the deal in May 2018, Iran has begun enriching uranium to higher levels, leading to fears the faltering accord could be doomed. If it falls apart and Iran continues enriching uranium all the way to levels approaching those that could be used in a weapon, diplomats see a high risk of conflict in the Middle East involving the United States and possibly its ally Israel. Watch Video: French President Macron has taken an active mediation role, speaking to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Trump in recent days. Last year, he was weighing whether to become the first French leader to travel to Tehran since 1976. But tensions over the nuclear issue and Iran's involvement in the wars in Syria and Yemen meant he never accepted an invitation to visit. European nations are seen as wanting to avoid triggering a dispute mechanism in the text which could lead to sanctions being reimposed. Such a move would heighten tensions, while the threat of fresh sanctions remains one of few levers available to the Europeans as they seek to convince Iran to respect the deal. A top advisor to Iran's supreme leader had hinted Tehran could boost its uranium enrichment to five per cent for "peaceful" aims, ahead of deadline it set for world powers to save a landmark 2015 nuclear deal. Iran is acting on its May 8 threat to suspend from Sunday parts of the agreement in response to US President Donald Trump's reimposition of crippling sanctions after withdrawing from the deal in May last year. The accord capped Iran's enrichment maximum at 3.67 per cent, sufficient for power generation but far below the more than 90 per cent level required for a nuclear weapon.

Iran will 'certainly continue' to reduce nuclear commitments: Khamenei

Hong Kong's secretary for justice, Teresa Cheng, will travel to Beijing on Wednesday, the city government said, as protests in the Asian financial centre against an extradition bill she had supported showed no sign of easing.

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has said the controversial bill "is dead", but protesters say nothing short of a full withdrawal will do and have called for officials, including Lam and Cheng, to step down.

The extradition bill would have allowed people to be sent to mainland China for trial in courts controlled by the Communist Party, sparking fears over Hong Kong's much-cherished rule of law.

Millions have taken to the streets over the past month in some of the largest and most violent protests in Hong Kong in decades over a bill that would allow people to be sent to mainland China for trial in courts controlled by the Communist Party.

Tens of thousands of people attended Sunday's protest which ended in chaos in a shopping mall, with scores of protesters threw umbrellas, hard-hats and plastic bottles at police who fired pepper spray and hit out with batons.

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said protesters who clashed with police on the weekend were rioters, a legally loaded term in the city, and she supported the police in upholding the law and seeking perpetrators.

 
Lam said more than 10 police were injured with six hospitalised.

The government information office said 28 people, including police, were injured.

Security chief John Lee said the government was concerned at an apparent escalation of violence by activists who threw bricks and iron bars.

"We found that people who attacked the police were very organised ... they are well-planned and there are plans to deliberately do damage and disrupt social stability," Lee said as he visited the hospital with Lam.

Hong Kong returned to Chinese rule in 1997 under a "one country, two systems" formula that guarantees freedoms for 50 years that are not enjoyed in mainland China, including the right to protest and an independent judiciary.

But many residents worry about what they see as an erosion of those freedoms and a relentless march toward mainland control. Beijing denies interfering in Hong Kong affairs.

The extradition bill that has sparked the protests would have allowed criminal suspects in Hong Kong to be sent to China to face trial in courts controlled by the ruling Communist Party.

Critics say that would threaten Hong Kong's rule of law and its place as an Asian financial hub.

Hong Kong's secretary for justice, Teresa Cheng, will travel to Beijing on Wednesday, the city government said, as protests in the Asian financial centre against an extradition bill she had supported showed no sign of easing.

Hong Kong's secretary for justice, Teresa Cheng, will travel to Beijing on Wednesday, the city government said, as protests in the Asian financial centre against an extradition bill she had supported showed no sign of easing. Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has said the controversial bill "is dead", but protesters say nothing short of a full withdrawal will do and have called for officials, including Lam and Cheng, to step down. The extradition bill would have allowed people to be sent to mainland China for trial in courts controlled by the Communist Party, sparking fears over Hong Kong's much-cherished rule of law. Millions have taken to the streets over the past month in some of the largest and most violent protests in Hong Kong in decades over a bill that would allow people to be sent to mainland China for trial in courts controlled by the Communist Party. Tens of thousands of people attended Sunday's protest which ended in chaos in a shopping mall, with scores of protesters threw umbrellas, hard-hats and plastic bottles at police who fired pepper spray and hit out with batons. Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said protesters who clashed with police on the weekend were rioters, a legally loaded term in the city, and she supported the police in upholding the law and seeking perpetrators. Lam said more than 10 police were injured with six hospitalised. The government information office said 28 people, including police, were injured. Security chief John Lee said the government was concerned at an apparent escalation of violence by activists who threw bricks and iron bars. "We found that people who attacked the police were very organised ... they are well-planned and there are plans to deliberately do damage and disrupt social stability," Lee said as he visited the hospital with Lam. Hong Kong returned to Chinese rule in 1997 under a "one country, two systems" formula that guarantees freedoms for 50 years that are not enjoyed in mainland China, including the right to protest and an independent judiciary. But many residents worry about what they see as an erosion of those freedoms and a relentless march toward mainland control. Beijing denies interfering in Hong Kong affairs. The extradition bill that has sparked the protests would have allowed criminal suspects in Hong Kong to be sent to China to face trial in courts controlled by the ruling Communist Party. Critics say that would threaten Hong Kong's rule of law and its place as an Asian financial hub.

Amid protests, Hong Kong's pro-extradition secretary for justice Teresa Cheng to travel to China

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday invited applications for the position of the head coach and support staff for the men's side, with incumbent <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-shastri-sanjay-bangar-among-other-support-staff-granted-45-day-contract-extension-226789&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjpifPDmbnjAhUkT48KHZ7jCXIQFjABegQIAhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0OicwQA8cLnpKjsTEhfULf">Ravi Shastri and his team</a> given automatic entry in the recruitment process.

Former India all-rounder Shastri was appointed in 2017 and succeeded former captain Anil Kumble, who stepped down after falling out with skipper Virat Kohli despite a successful run while in charge of the team.

The contract of the current coaching staff is set to expire after the tour of the West Indies starting August&nbsp;3, where India play three T20 internationals, three ODIs and two tests.

In a statement, the BCCI said it was inviting applications for the positions of head coach, batting coach, bowling coach, fielding coach, physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach as well as an administrative manager.

Under Shastri's guidance, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/coa-to-review-indias-world-cup-performance-after-shocking-semi-final-exit-235347">India </a>won a maiden test series in Australia earlier this year and are ranked number one in the world in the format.

They also reached the semi-finals of the 50-over World Cup where they were beaten by eventual runners-up New Zealand.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday invited applications for the position of the head coach and support staff for the men's side, with incumbent Ravi Shastri and his team given automatic entry in the recruitment process.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday invited applications for the position of the head coach and support staff for the men's side, with incumbent Ravi Shastri and his team given automatic entry in the recruitment process. Former India all-rounder Shastri was appointed in 2017 and succeeded former captain Anil Kumble, who stepped down after falling out with skipper Virat Kohli despite a successful run while in charge of the team. The contract of the current coaching staff is set to expire after the tour of the West Indies starting August 3, where India play three T20 internationals, three ODIs and two tests. In a statement, the BCCI said it was inviting applications for the positions of head coach, batting coach, bowling coach, fielding coach, physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach as well as an administrative manager. Under Shastri's guidance, India won a maiden test series in Australia earlier this year and are ranked number one in the world in the format. They also reached the semi-finals of the 50-over World Cup where they were beaten by eventual runners-up New Zealand.

Post World Cup, BCCI invites applications for men's head coach to replace Ravi Shastri

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