Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on the decision to send Rishabh Pant to open the innings in the second of the three-match One-Day International (ODI) series against West Indies that India won by 44 runs.&nbsp;

Rohit led Team India clinched the series after defeating West Indies with an all-around performance on Wednesday (February 9) at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

After Suryakumar Yadav's 64 off 83, pacer Prasidh Krishna emerged as a hero whose four-wicket haul helped India bowl out visitors for 193 inside 46 overs as hosts defended the&nbsp;modest total of 237-9.&nbsp;

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During the post-match presentation, the Indian skipper weighed in on the decision to let Pant open the innings. Sharma said it was a "one-off experiment".&nbsp;

He said, "I have been asked to try different things, so that was something different (on Pant opening). We wanted to try it one game and is not a permanent thing."

"Shikhar should be back for the next game. We don't mind losing a few games while trying out a few things. Because it is important to look at the long term goals. We will see what works out well for the team combination (for the final ODI)," he added.&nbsp;

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Rohit also said that there were some challenges produced by Windies batters but the entire unit came out and bowled superbly.&nbsp;

"Obviously winning the series is a good feeling. There were some challenges. The partnership between Rahul and Surya had a lot of maturity. We got to a respectable total in the end. We knew we could fight it out. The entire unit came out and bowled superbly," he said.&nbsp;

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Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on the decision to send Rishabh Pant to open the innings in the second of the three-match One-Day International (ODI) series against West Indies that India won by 44 runs.

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on the decision to send Rishabh Pant to open the innings in the second of the three-match One-Day International (ODI) series against West Indies that India won by 44 runs. Rohit led Team India clinched the series after defeating West Indies with an all-around performance on Wednesday (February 9) at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After Suryakumar Yadav's 64 off 83, pacer Prasidh Krishna emerged as a hero whose four-wicket haul helped India bowl out visitors for 193 inside 46 overs as hosts defended the modest total of 237-9. ALSO READ | Rohit Sharma praises match-winning star Prasidh Krishna; pacer says 'have been putting in the hard yards' During the post-match presentation, the Indian skipper weighed in on the decision to let Pant open the innings. Sharma said it was a "one-off experiment". He said, "I have been asked to try different things, so that was something different (on Pant opening). We wanted to try it one game and is not a permanent thing." "Shikhar should be back for the next game. We don't mind losing a few games while trying out a few things. Because it is important to look at the long term goals. We will see what works out well for the team combination (for the final ODI)," he added. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli should don captaincy hat again: Harbhajan Singh urges Indian star to lead RCB in IPL 2022 Rohit also said that there were some challenges produced by Windies batters but the entire unit came out and bowled superbly. "Obviously winning the series is a good feeling. There were some challenges. The partnership between Rahul and Surya had a lot of maturity. We got to a respectable total in the end. We knew we could fight it out. The entire unit came out and bowled superbly," he said. #TeamIndia win the second @Paytm #INDvWI ODI & take an unassailable lead in the series. 👏 👏 4⃣ wickets for @prasidh43 2⃣ wickets for @imShard 1⃣ wicket each for @mdsirajofficial, @yuzi_chahal, @Sundarwashi5 & @HoodaOnFire Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/yqSjTw302p pic.twitter.com/bPb1ca9H7P — BCCI (@BCCI) February 9, 2022 ×

'Not a permanent thing': Rohit Sharma reacts to decision to let Rishabh Pant open innings in 2nd ODI vs WI

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has been added to the entry list for next month's Indian Wells ATP event in California, the organisers of the tournament said on Wednesday (February 9).&nbsp;

Djokovic remained in the headlines globally when he was deported from Australia as he was embroiled in controversy ahead of the Australian Open 2022 when his dream for a record 21st Grand Slam title was shattered.&nbsp;

He was denied entry to the country after his visa was cancelled following a legal battle between the athlete and Australian authorities. His stance of not getting the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine has been criticised.&nbsp;

Now, the Indian Wells ATP event organisers said in a statement that valid proof of full vaccination would be required for entry into the venue.&nbsp;

The statement added: "The guidelines for the players are governed by the protocols established by ... the WTA and ATP, as well as any restrictions established by the United States of America in regard to the vaccination status of international travellers entering the country."&nbsp;

Although, he could have trouble even getting into the United States, because foreign air travellers have had to be fully vaccinated since November last year and provide proof before boarding flights, with limited exceptions.&nbsp;

The Indian Wells tournament is scheduled to be held from March 9 to March 20.&nbsp;

The entry list also includes 2022 Australian Open winner Rafael Nadal and top 10 players Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev and Stefanos Tsitsipas.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has been added to the entry list for next month's Indian Wells ATP event in California, the organisers of the tournament said on Wednesday (February 9).

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has been added to the entry list for next month's Indian Wells ATP event in California, the organisers of the tournament said on Wednesday (February 9). Djokovic remained in the headlines globally when he was deported from Australia as he was embroiled in controversy ahead of the Australian Open 2022 when his dream for a record 21st Grand Slam title was shattered. He was denied entry to the country after his visa was cancelled following a legal battle between the athlete and Australian authorities. His stance of not getting the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine has been criticised. Now, the Indian Wells ATP event organisers said in a statement that valid proof of full vaccination would be required for entry into the venue. The statement added: "The guidelines for the players are governed by the protocols established by ... the WTA and ATP, as well as any restrictions established by the United States of America in regard to the vaccination status of international travellers entering the country." Although, he could have trouble even getting into the United States, because foreign air travellers have had to be fully vaccinated since November last year and provide proof before boarding flights, with limited exceptions. The Indian Wells tournament is scheduled to be held from March 9 to March 20. The entry list also includes 2022 Australian Open winner Rafael Nadal and top 10 players Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev and Stefanos Tsitsipas. (With inputs from agencies)

After Australian Open row, Novak Djokovic included in entry list for Indian Wells

Shaun White was at the bottom of the halfpipe, chatty and relieved, just as the sun was sinking. He was talking about making it through to another Winter Olympics final, two days away, and maybe, just maybe, finishing his career, at 35, with another gold medal.

But he could not help but be nostalgic, too. This is a farewell tour, after all, his fifth and final Olympics, which means that White has three rides left, all on Friday (Thursday night in the United States). He mentioned Jake Burton Carpenter, founder of Burton Snowboards, who died in 2019. Carpenter gave White a snowboard at age 7 and set him on a course to becoming the most famous snowboarder in the world.

“Here we are today because of that,” White said. “Maybe I could be that for the next generation.”

It was a humble thing to say because White already is that for the next generation. He has been that for a long time.

White was one of the last competitors to ride in qualifications on Wednesday. When it was still unclear whether he would advance to the final, other top snowboarders talked about him as a sort of snowplow for their own careers — leading the way for all of them to make a living on a snowboard, to turn the halfpipe into one of the Olympics’ must-see events.

How many of them would be here without White? How many cameras would be aimed their way?

His rivals spoke of White in the present tense. White is not some creaky antique. He is not here as a favor. He earned his way onto the U.S. team, which is always a challenge. It was during that chase this winter that he realized this would be it. He ended any thoughts of four more years, of the 2026 Olympics in Italy.

“I was pretty excited about maybe attempting Italy, but these injuries and then COVID, all these things coming up, I just took it as a sign that, you know, this would be an amazing last run,” White said.

There are three runs left. He is still relevant, all the way to the end. The final will feature not only White, but a lot of tricks that White invented.

Australian Scotty James, a favorite to win here, first competed in the Olympics with White in 2010, when White won his second gold medal.

“I got to see him win that gold medal and then a few other times, and he became my rival,” said James, 27. “It’s a funny evolution from him being someone I looked up to, to then being someone I had to try to show up and beat.”

As White flashed back to his start at age 7, and wondered aloud how he might pay it all forward when he retires from Olympic-level competition, he held his snowboard tight, logo out.

He recently started his own company, called Whitespace, with his brother, although it is unclear just what Whitespace will be. Maybe a company like Burton, selling snowboards (White now rides a Whitespace-branded board) and clothes and such.

But it sounded like White was not going to disappear.

“Just because I’m not competing doesn’t mean I won’t be here at the next Olympics, cheering on all my friends and being a big part of the sport,” he said.

He pulled himself back into the present, back and forth as smoothly as he rides the transition zone between hits in the halfpipe. Minutes before, he had put down another in a line of clutch performances.

He stumbled on the first run, under-rotating a double McTwist 1260, a trick he invented and that has been a part of his Olympic run since 2010. He killed time waiting for his next turn — maybe his last Olympic turn — going up the lifts, riding, thinking.

What if he flubbed the run again? Family was watching at home, worried this was how it would end. Reporters were gathered at the halfpipe, wondering if a fall on a trick he invented would be the sad coda to the sport’s best career.

White landed the trick and the run. There was relief in that.

“I’m living the other version where I actually do what I came here to do and put down some heavy runs in finals, and try to hit that podium,” he said. “I get my shot now.”

He politely excused himself from the cold, the last to leave the base of the pipe, having done an hour’s worth of interviews with television broadcasters and reporters from all over the world.

He seemed to enjoy the attention, and seemed relaxed about what was ahead. None of the people paying attention to snowboarding for the past few years reasonably expect White to win another gold medal. But they know he might.

For the first time, he will be an underdog. But reaching the final put him in an elite class, still separated from most of those he inspired to ride. No matter what happens, White will slide away in his prime, if not quite his peak.

Shaun White was at the bottom of the halfpipe, chatty and relieved, just as the sun was sinking. He was talking about making it through to another Winter Olympics final, two days away, and maybe, just maybe, finishing his career, at 35, with another gold medal.

Shaun White was at the bottom of the halfpipe, chatty and relieved, just as the sun was sinking. He was talking about making it through to another Winter Olympics final, two days away, and maybe, just maybe, finishing his career, at 35, with another gold medal. But he could not help but be nostalgic, too. This is a farewell tour, after all, his fifth and final Olympics, which means that White has three rides left, all on Friday (Thursday night in the United States). He mentioned Jake Burton Carpenter, founder of Burton Snowboards, who died in 2019. Carpenter gave White a snowboard at age 7 and set him on a course to becoming the most famous snowboarder in the world. “Here we are today because of that,” White said. “Maybe I could be that for the next generation.” It was a humble thing to say because White already is that for the next generation. He has been that for a long time. White was one of the last competitors to ride in qualifications on Wednesday. When it was still unclear whether he would advance to the final, other top snowboarders talked about him as a sort of snowplow for their own careers — leading the way for all of them to make a living on a snowboard, to turn the halfpipe into one of the Olympics’ must-see events. How many of them would be here without White? How many cameras would be aimed their way? His rivals spoke of White in the present tense. White is not some creaky antique. He is not here as a favor. He earned his way onto the U.S. team, which is always a challenge. It was during that chase this winter that he realized this would be it. He ended any thoughts of four more years, of the 2026 Olympics in Italy. “I was pretty excited about maybe attempting Italy, but these injuries and then COVID, all these things coming up, I just took it as a sign that, you know, this would be an amazing last run,” White said. There are three runs left. He is still relevant, all the way to the end. The final will feature not only White, but a lot of tricks that White invented. Australian Scotty James, a favorite to win here, first competed in the Olympics with White in 2010, when White won his second gold medal. “I got to see him win that gold medal and then a few other times, and he became my rival,” said James, 27. “It’s a funny evolution from him being someone I looked up to, to then being someone I had to try to show up and beat.” As White flashed back to his start at age 7, and wondered aloud how he might pay it all forward when he retires from Olympic-level competition, he held his snowboard tight, logo out. He recently started his own company, called Whitespace, with his brother, although it is unclear just what Whitespace will be. Maybe a company like Burton, selling snowboards (White now rides a Whitespace-branded board) and clothes and such. But it sounded like White was not going to disappear. “Just because I’m not competing doesn’t mean I won’t be here at the next Olympics, cheering on all my friends and being a big part of the sport,” he said. He pulled himself back into the present, back and forth as smoothly as he rides the transition zone between hits in the halfpipe. Minutes before, he had put down another in a line of clutch performances. He stumbled on the first run, under-rotating a double McTwist 1260, a trick he invented and that has been a part of his Olympic run since 2010. He killed time waiting for his next turn — maybe his last Olympic turn — going up the lifts, riding, thinking. What if he flubbed the run again? Family was watching at home, worried this was how it would end. Reporters were gathered at the halfpipe, wondering if a fall on a trick he invented would be the sad coda to the sport’s best career. White landed the trick and the run. There was relief in that. “I’m living the other version where I actually do what I came here to do and put down some heavy runs in finals, and try to hit that podium,” he said. “I get my shot now.” He politely excused himself from the cold, the last to leave the base of the pipe, having done an hour’s worth of interviews with television broadcasters and reporters from all over the world. He seemed to enjoy the attention, and seemed relaxed about what was ahead. None of the people paying attention to snowboarding for the past few years reasonably expect White to win another gold medal. But they know he might. For the first time, he will be an underdog. But reaching the final put him in an elite class, still separated from most of those he inspired to ride. No matter what happens, White will slide away in his prime, if not quite his peak.

Shaun White, on his farewell tour, prepares to throw his last McTwist

Sebastian Vettel said Formula One drivers had not been consulted about the sport’s plans to do away with the pre-race slot for taking the knee, and suggested the decision may have been taken for business reasons.

Formula One chief executive Stefano Domenicali told Sky Sports earlier this week that the sport would no longer set time aside for drivers to take the knee ahead of races, as it looks to introduce more concrete actions to combat racism.

The drivers typically used the pre-race moment, introduced in 2020, to support causes of their choice or Formula One’s broader "We Race As One" diversity, inclusion and sustainability platform.

"The issues that we are tackling are not going to be gone within two years,” said four-times champion Vettel ahead of the launch of his new 2022 Aston Martin challenger.

“Therefore I was a bit surprised. Probably it was getting a bit too strong and too individual for the business side of it.”

Domenicali said the "We Race As One" platform would continue with a video that preceded drivers taking the knee still being broadcast and branding for the initiative visible at race tracks.&nbsp;

Vettel, who like seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is a staunch advocate for social justice, racial equality and environmental sustainability, was among those to kneel.

He hoped drivers would still find a way to display their support for the issues they cared about.

“I hope that as drivers we find a way to get together and find a slot for still expressing topics that are important to us,” said the 34-year-old.&nbsp;

“Probably not all the drivers care but I think there are some that really do care.”

Sebastian Vettel said Formula One drivers had not been consulted about the sport’s plans to do away with the pre-race slot for taking the knee, and suggested the decision may have been taken for business reasons.

Sebastian Vettel said Formula One drivers had not been consulted about the sport’s plans to do away with the pre-race slot for taking the knee, and suggested the decision may have been taken for business reasons. Formula One chief executive Stefano Domenicali told Sky Sports earlier this week that the sport would no longer set time aside for drivers to take the knee ahead of races, as it looks to introduce more concrete actions to combat racism. The drivers typically used the pre-race moment, introduced in 2020, to support causes of their choice or Formula One’s broader "We Race As One" diversity, inclusion and sustainability platform. "The issues that we are tackling are not going to be gone within two years,” said four-times champion Vettel ahead of the launch of his new 2022 Aston Martin challenger. “Therefore I was a bit surprised. Probably it was getting a bit too strong and too individual for the business side of it.” Domenicali said the "We Race As One" platform would continue with a video that preceded drivers taking the knee still being broadcast and branding for the initiative visible at race tracks. Vettel, who like seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is a staunch advocate for social justice, racial equality and environmental sustainability, was among those to kneel. He hoped drivers would still find a way to display their support for the issues they cared about. “I hope that as drivers we find a way to get together and find a slot for still expressing topics that are important to us,” said the 34-year-old. “Probably not all the drivers care but I think there are some that really do care.”

Sebastian Vettel surprised by F1 decision to discontinue 'taking the knee'

Former India Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane said that "someone else took the credit" for some of the important and crucial decisions he made during India's historic 2-1 win in the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.&nbsp;

In an episode of 'Backstage With Boria', Rahane said, "I know what I've done there. I don't need to tell anyone. That's not my nature to go and take credit."&nbsp;

He added, "Yes, there were some things that I took the decisions on the field or in the dressing room but someone else took the credit for it. (What was) important for me was that we won the series. That was a historical series and for me, that was really special."&nbsp;

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After a disappointing defeat in the opening Test match at Adelaide, regular captain Virat Kohli flew out of Australia. After that, Rahane took responsibility when the circumstances appeared to be against Team India.&nbsp;

However, with a stunning performance, the Indian team rebounded to win the second match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground by eight wickets. During the match, Rahane scored a magnificent hundred.&nbsp;

Rahane didn't take any names but, it looks like he has taken an aim at former India head coach Ravi Shastri.&nbsp;

Shastri was praised for the team's performance. He was termed as the architect of the stunning turnaround.&nbsp;

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Rahane said, "After that, the reactions from people or those who took credit or what was said in the media, 'I did this' or 'This was my decision', or 'This was my call', it was for them to talk about."&nbsp;

He added, "From my end, I knew what decisions I took on the field and what decisions I took on my instincts. Yes, we talked with the management too but I used to laugh about it, that is what I did on the field, I never talk much about myself or praise myself. But what I did there, I knew."&nbsp;

Former India Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane said that "someone else took the credit" for some of the important and crucial decisions he made during India's historic 2-1 win in the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

Former India Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane said that "someone else took the credit" for some of the important and crucial decisions he made during India's historic 2-1 win in the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. In an episode of 'Backstage With Boria', Rahane said, "I know what I've done there. I don't need to tell anyone. That's not my nature to go and take credit." He added, "Yes, there were some things that I took the decisions on the field or in the dressing room but someone else took the credit for it. (What was) important for me was that we won the series. That was a historical series and for me, that was really special." ALSO READ | 'Why aren't you running?' Rohit Sharma's comments during 2nd India vs West Indies ODI go viral - WATCH After a disappointing defeat in the opening Test match at Adelaide, regular captain Virat Kohli flew out of Australia. After that, Rahane took responsibility when the circumstances appeared to be against Team India. However, with a stunning performance, the Indian team rebounded to win the second match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground by eight wickets. During the match, Rahane scored a magnificent hundred. Rahane didn't take any names but, it looks like he has taken an aim at former India head coach Ravi Shastri. Shastri was praised for the team's performance. He was termed as the architect of the stunning turnaround. ALSO READ | 'Not a permanent thing': Rohit Sharma reacts to decision to let Rishabh Pant open innings in 2nd ODI vs WI Rahane said, "After that, the reactions from people or those who took credit or what was said in the media, 'I did this' or 'This was my decision', or 'This was my call', it was for them to talk about." He added, "From my end, I knew what decisions I took on the field and what decisions I took on my instincts. Yes, we talked with the management too but I used to laugh about it, that is what I did on the field, I never talk much about myself or praise myself. But what I did there, I knew."

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West Ham United player Michail Antonio has reacted to the animal abuse controversy involving teammate Kurt Zouma. Questioning the logic behind emerging calls to penalise and sack Zouma, Antonio asked whether abusing animals was worse than those guilty of racism.&nbsp;

Antonio said that some people have been convicted and been caught for racism. They were banned for some games as punishment but even after that, they have played football afterwards.&nbsp;

Jamaican striker told a Sky Sports reporter, "I've got a question for you. Do you think what he's done is worse than racism? I'm not condoning a thing that he's done, I don't agree with what he has done at all."&nbsp;

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He said, "But there's people that have been convicted, been caught for racism and have played football afterwards. They got an eight-game punishment or something like that, but people are now calling for people to be sacked and to lose their livelihood."&nbsp;

He added, "I've just got to ask this question to everyone out there: Is what he has done worse than what the people convicted of racism (have) done?"&nbsp;

Kurt Zouma has been condemned after a video emerged in which he was seen dropping, kicking and slapping the cat at his Essex home.&nbsp;

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A petition on Change.org reads: "In the UK we have laws against the abuse of animals, laws which should be applicable to everyone rich or poor, famous or not.&nbsp;

"We ask that the Metropolitan Police and RSPCA carry out an urgent investigation and prosecute the perpetrators of this heinous act." it added.&nbsp;

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) condemned the "very upsetting" video after it surfaced online and will be leading the investigation and cooperating with Essex Police.&nbsp;

"We cannot comment further at this time, but we're grateful to everyone who has brought this to our attention," said a statement from the charity.&nbsp;

Police have confirmed they are liaising with animal welfare charity the RSPCA as part of "urgent enquiries" into the case.&nbsp;

Zouma has been fined the "maximum amount possible" for mistreating his pet cat, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday (February 9).&nbsp;

"West Ham United can confirm that Kurt Zouma has been fined the maximum amount possible following his actions in the video that circulated," the club said in a statement.&nbsp;

"The player has immediately accepted the fine and has requested that it is donated to animal welfare charities."&nbsp;

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West Ham United player Michail Antonio has reacted to the animal abuse controversy involving teammate Kurt Zouma. Questioning the logic behind emerging calls to penalise and sack Zouma, Antonio asked whether abusing animals was worse than those guilty of racism.

West Ham United player Michail Antonio has reacted to the animal abuse controversy involving teammate Kurt Zouma. Questioning the logic behind emerging calls to penalise and sack Zouma, Antonio asked whether abusing animals was worse than those guilty of racism. Antonio said that some people have been convicted and been caught for racism. They were banned for some games as punishment but even after that, they have played football afterwards. Jamaican striker told a Sky Sports reporter, "I've got a question for you. Do you think what he's done is worse than racism? I'm not condoning a thing that he's done, I don't agree with what he has done at all." ALSO READ | Christian Eriksen look for a return to 'normal life' with Brentford as he returns to Premier League He said, "But there's people that have been convicted, been caught for racism and have played football afterwards. They got an eight-game punishment or something like that, but people are now calling for people to be sacked and to lose their livelihood." He added, "I've just got to ask this question to everyone out there: Is what he has done worse than what the people convicted of racism (have) done?" Kurt Zouma has been condemned after a video emerged in which he was seen dropping, kicking and slapping the cat at his Essex home. ALSO READ | FIFA hopes semi-automated offside technology will boost VAR and offer clarity to fans Michail Antonio becomes the first player to speak about the Kurt Zouma situation. Way to go Antonio!#BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/IUfNeQFDNq — 🪶🪶🪶 ටղҽلօҍӀҽʂʂβօվ ● (@OneJoblessBoy) February 10, 2022 × A petition on Change.org reads: "In the UK we have laws against the abuse of animals, laws which should be applicable to everyone rich or poor, famous or not. "We ask that the Metropolitan Police and RSPCA carry out an urgent investigation and prosecute the perpetrators of this heinous act." it added. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) condemned the "very upsetting" video after it surfaced online and will be leading the investigation and cooperating with Essex Police. "We cannot comment further at this time, but we're grateful to everyone who has brought this to our attention," said a statement from the charity. Police have confirmed they are liaising with animal welfare charity the RSPCA as part of "urgent enquiries" into the case. Zouma has been fined the "maximum amount possible" for mistreating his pet cat, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday (February 9). "West Ham United can confirm that Kurt Zouma has been fined the maximum amount possible following his actions in the video that circulated," the club said in a statement. "The player has immediately accepted the fine and has requested that it is donated to animal welfare charities." Here's what Kurt Zouma did: Kurt Zouma volleying his cat 😱😱 pic.twitter.com/I7s3gpHpPf — The72 - We Love the #EFL (@_The72) February 7, 2022 ×

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Indian wrestler Dalip Singh Rana, 'the Great Khali', on Thursday joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).&nbsp;

Khali has joined the BJP in presence of Union Minister Jitendra Singh and party national general secretary Arun Singh and Member of Parliament Sunita Duggal at party national headquarters.&nbsp;

Welcoming the WWE wrestler, Jitendra Singh said that like his strong physique and thoughts, Khali will work towards strengthening the party.&nbsp;

"The Great Khali will remain a source of inspiration for the youth in the country. I am thankful to him for joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi's journey to take the country forward. People from all sections of the society are joining the BJP," the Union Minister said.&nbsp;

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BJP national general secretary Arun Singh said, "BJP is the world's largest party and the great Khali, who defeated many famous wrestlers of the world, is joining the party. Son of a farmer, who also served as an officer in Punjab Police, Khali has made the country proud and I am happy that he is joining the BJP."&nbsp;

"I have joined the BJP as I am inspired and influenced by the BJP's policy for the nation. The BJP's policy is aimed at the country's progress. I admire the work being done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the country. So, I thought why not be a part of his journey for the nation's development. I will do whatever responsibility is given to me," Khali said after joining the BJP.&nbsp;

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Professional WWE wrestler Khali also acted in some movies and participated in reality show Big Boss.&nbsp;

Born in Himachal Pradesh, Khali served in Punjab Police in the 1990s before becoming a professional wrestler.&nbsp;

Indian wrestler Dalip Singh Rana, 'the Great Khali', on Thursday joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Khali has joined the BJP in presence of Union Minister Jitendra Singh and party national general secretary Arun Singh and Member of Parliament Sunita Duggal at party national headquarters.

Indian wrestler Dalip Singh Rana, 'the Great Khali', on Thursday joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Khali has joined the BJP in presence of Union Minister Jitendra Singh and party national general secretary Arun Singh and Member of Parliament Sunita Duggal at party national headquarters. Welcoming the WWE wrestler, Jitendra Singh said that like his strong physique and thoughts, Khali will work towards strengthening the party. "The Great Khali will remain a source of inspiration for the youth in the country. I am thankful to him for joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi's journey to take the country forward. People from all sections of the society are joining the BJP," the Union Minister said. ALSO READ | EAM Jaishankar to visit Munich, Paris; India, Australia, France FMs trilateral on anvil BJP national general secretary Arun Singh said, "BJP is the world's largest party and the great Khali, who defeated many famous wrestlers of the world, is joining the party. Son of a farmer, who also served as an officer in Punjab Police, Khali has made the country proud and I am happy that he is joining the BJP." "I have joined the BJP as I am inspired and influenced by the BJP's policy for the nation. The BJP's policy is aimed at the country's progress. I admire the work being done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the country. So, I thought why not be a part of his journey for the nation's development. I will do whatever responsibility is given to me," Khali said after joining the BJP. #WATCH Professional wrestler Dalip Singh Rana, also known as The Great Khali, joins BJP in Delhi pic.twitter.com/BmB7WbpZzx — ANI (@ANI) February 10, 2022 × Professional WWE wrestler Khali also acted in some movies and participated in reality show Big Boss. Born in Himachal Pradesh, Khali served in Punjab Police in the 1990s before becoming a professional wrestler.

WWE wrestler 'The Great Khali' joins Bharatiya Janata Party

American Nathan Chen achieved a spectacular redemption when he claimed the men's figure skating title in dazzling fashion at the Beijing Olympics, completing a four-year journey to the exhilarating tunes of Elton John on Thursday.

The 22-year-old, who left empty-handed after a meltdown in Pyeongchang in 2018, stood by the edge of the rink to soak up the atmosphere during warm-up and then skated carefreely to "Rocket Man" to add to his world record in the short programme for a total of 332.60.

Wearing a Vera Wang-designed orange and purple top decorated with stars in space in a nod to his medley of Elton John songs, Chen displayed power, grace and precision, effortlessly landing his quadruple jumps as he triggered some rare cheering from a usually near-silent crowd.

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Japan`s Yuma Kagiyama (310.05) was a distant second and fellow Japanese Shoma Uno (293.00) came third, but 'Rocket Chen'&nbsp;showed he was a class above as he landed his fourth quadruple jump.

"I never really thought that I'd be able to actually make it this far in my career. I'd always, of course, dreamed about making an Olympics and winning the Olympics, but I was like, that's hard, I don't know if I can make that happen," Chen said.

"I haven't really had time to process fully, but it's amazing so far."

Yuzuru Hanyu, who was hoping to win the event for the third time in a row, finished fourth on 283.21. All attention was on the Japanese great after his long-awaited, delayed arrival&nbsp;in Beijing, but the 27-year-old fell out of contention with a disastrous short programme.

He was also looking to become the first skater to land the quadruple Axel in competition but failed to deliver, falling again on a quadruple Salchow.

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Hanyu, looking tired and at times struggling to steady his breath to contain his emotions, said he was disappointed at his failed attempt but that he had "given it his all".

"It wasn't fun at all," he said of his Olympic experience, describing it as painful and difficult.

Asked if he would compete at the world championships or keep attempting the '4A', he said, "I need some more time to think about it."

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Chen, coming into the Olympics having been defeated only once since his Pyeongchang setback, at last year's Skate America, delivered a masterclass to become the first American to win the men's title since Evan Lysacek in Vancouver in 2010.

Kagiyama, Uno and Hanyu watched in awe as Japan's double Olympic champion knew he would have to make way for Chen, who exited the ice showing unusual signs of jubilation.

"I think that I can't regret the performance I gave," said Uno, praising Chen`s class and consistency.

Chen's smile and gesture brought a welcome respite in an otherwise tense atmosphere at the Capital Indoor Stadium where the buzz was centred on day-old reports - still unconfirmed - that Russian Kamila Valieva, the 15-year-old gold medal favourite in the women's competition - had tested positive for a banned drug.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/beijing-olympics-medals-ceremony-of-figure-skating-team-event-won-by-russia-delayed-over-legal-issue-451686">Beijing Olympics: Medals ceremony of figure skating team event won by Russia delayed over legal issue</a>

Valieva was part of the six-person Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) team that won gold on Monday. Medals from that event have yet to be awarded with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) citing unspecified legal reasons for the delay.

She turned up for practice on an adjacent rink, before Chen's performance grabbed the attention, at least for a memorable four and a half minutes, and signalled the end of Hanyu's domination.

American Nathan Chen achieved a spectacular redemption when he claimed the men's figure skating title in dazzling fashion at the Beijing Olympics, completing a four-year journey to the exhilarating tunes of Elton John on Thursday.

American Nathan Chen achieved a spectacular redemption when he claimed the men's figure skating title in dazzling fashion at the Beijing Olympics, completing a four-year journey to the exhilarating tunes of Elton John on Thursday. The 22-year-old, who left empty-handed after a meltdown in Pyeongchang in 2018, stood by the edge of the rink to soak up the atmosphere during warm-up and then skated carefreely to "Rocket Man" to add to his world record in the short programme for a total of 332.60. Wearing a Vera Wang-designed orange and purple top decorated with stars in space in a nod to his medley of Elton John songs, Chen displayed power, grace and precision, effortlessly landing his quadruple jumps as he triggered some rare cheering from a usually near-silent crowd. ALSO READ: How the ‘Garlic Girls’ overcame abuse to return to the Olympics Japan`s Yuma Kagiyama (310.05) was a distant second and fellow Japanese Shoma Uno (293.00) came third, but 'Rocket Chen' showed he was a class above as he landed his fourth quadruple jump. "I never really thought that I'd be able to actually make it this far in my career. I'd always, of course, dreamed about making an Olympics and winning the Olympics, but I was like, that's hard, I don't know if I can make that happen," Chen said. "I haven't really had time to process fully, but it's amazing so far." Yuzuru Hanyu, who was hoping to win the event for the third time in a row, finished fourth on 283.21. All attention was on the Japanese great after his long-awaited, delayed arrival in Beijing, but the 27-year-old fell out of contention with a disastrous short programme. He was also looking to become the first skater to land the quadruple Axel in competition but failed to deliver, falling again on a quadruple Salchow. WELCOME RESPITE Hanyu, looking tired and at times struggling to steady his breath to contain his emotions, said he was disappointed at his failed attempt but that he had "given it his all". "It wasn't fun at all," he said of his Olympic experience, describing it as painful and difficult. Asked if he would compete at the world championships or keep attempting the '4A', he said, "I need some more time to think about it." ALSO READ: Korean dress controversy at Beijing Olympics: China denies 'cultural appropriation' after row Chen, coming into the Olympics having been defeated only once since his Pyeongchang setback, at last year's Skate America, delivered a masterclass to become the first American to win the men's title since Evan Lysacek in Vancouver in 2010. Kagiyama, Uno and Hanyu watched in awe as Japan's double Olympic champion knew he would have to make way for Chen, who exited the ice showing unusual signs of jubilation. "I think that I can't regret the performance I gave," said Uno, praising Chen`s class and consistency. Chen's smile and gesture brought a welcome respite in an otherwise tense atmosphere at the Capital Indoor Stadium where the buzz was centred on day-old reports - still unconfirmed - that Russian Kamila Valieva, the 15-year-old gold medal favourite in the women's competition - had tested positive for a banned drug. ALSO READ: Beijing Olympics: Medals ceremony of figure skating team event won by Russia delayed over legal issue Valieva was part of the six-person Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) team that won gold on Monday. Medals from that event have yet to be awarded with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) citing unspecified legal reasons for the delay. She turned up for practice on an adjacent rink, before Chen's performance grabbed the attention, at least for a memorable four and a half minutes, and signalled the end of Hanyu's domination.

Beijing Olympics 2022: Nathan Chen of US wins long-awaited skating gold

Norway's Therese Johaug put on a staggering late burst to snatch the gold medal in the 10 km classic race at the Beijing Games on Thursday to win by four-tenths of a second from Finland's Kerttu Niskanen.

Krista Parmakoski took the bronze medal, 31.1 seconds behind her Finnish teammate, but she never threatened the top two as Johaug secured her second individual gold medal of the Games in thrilling fashion.

"I felt I had the necessary power in the final stretch. I felt good. This was fun," she said.

"I was portioning out my efforts. If you give too much towards the top of the hill, it can hurt you in the last few kilometres. I wanted to keep my power for the final stretch. I felt good at the end."

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The raw, biting cold of Saturday`s skiathlon was replaced by blazing sunshine and temperatures just below freezing, but a strong headwind at the start line reminded racers that the task ahead of them would not be an easy one.

Johaug built up a lead of 11.8 seconds over the first 1.8 km, but she was quickly reeled in by Parmakoski and Niskanen with Tatiana Sorina representing the Russian Olympic Committee also in the mix.

Johaug dropped behind but quickly got herself back neck and neck with Niskanen as the pair crossed the 3.6 km marker in&nbsp;exactly the same time of 10:47.7.

Known for her concise classical technique, Niskanen made her break at the midway point of the race and looked to have built up a comfortable lead of 11 seconds at the 6.3 km mark, but if she thought Johaug was out of contention, she was sorely mistaken.

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The Norwegian blasted past sprint bronze medallist Jessie Diggins despite starting a minute behind her as she thundered up a late climb, and knowing victory was within her reach Johaug left nothing to chance.

She barrelled around the rest of the course, poling powerfully up the final straight in an incredible display of stamina to throw down the gauntlet to Niskanen.

Though the Finn dug deep, she could not match the intensity of the 33-year-old Norwegian and Niskanen collapsed after crossing the line a mere 0.4 seconds behind the winner.

Norway's Therese Johaug put on a staggering late burst to snatch the gold medal in the 10 km classic race at the Beijing Games on Thursday to win by four-tenths of a second from Finland's Kerttu Niskanen.

Norway's Therese Johaug put on a staggering late burst to snatch the gold medal in the 10 km classic race at the Beijing Games on Thursday to win by four-tenths of a second from Finland's Kerttu Niskanen. Krista Parmakoski took the bronze medal, 31.1 seconds behind her Finnish teammate, but she never threatened the top two as Johaug secured her second individual gold medal of the Games in thrilling fashion. "I felt I had the necessary power in the final stretch. I felt good. This was fun," she said. "I was portioning out my efforts. If you give too much towards the top of the hill, it can hurt you in the last few kilometres. I wanted to keep my power for the final stretch. I felt good at the end." ALSO READ: Beijing Olympics: Posts on athletes abuse deleted from Chinese social media platforms The raw, biting cold of Saturday`s skiathlon was replaced by blazing sunshine and temperatures just below freezing, but a strong headwind at the start line reminded racers that the task ahead of them would not be an easy one. Johaug built up a lead of 11.8 seconds over the first 1.8 km, but she was quickly reeled in by Parmakoski and Niskanen with Tatiana Sorina representing the Russian Olympic Committee also in the mix. Johaug dropped behind but quickly got herself back neck and neck with Niskanen as the pair crossed the 3.6 km marker in exactly the same time of 10:47.7. Known for her concise classical technique, Niskanen made her break at the midway point of the race and looked to have built up a comfortable lead of 11 seconds at the 6.3 km mark, but if she thought Johaug was out of contention, she was sorely mistaken. ALSO READ: Beijing Olympics 2022: Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva at practice after reports of failed drug test The Norwegian blasted past sprint bronze medallist Jessie Diggins despite starting a minute behind her as she thundered up a late climb, and knowing victory was within her reach Johaug left nothing to chance. She barrelled around the rest of the course, poling powerfully up the final straight in an incredible display of stamina to throw down the gauntlet to Niskanen. Though the Finn dug deep, she could not match the intensity of the 33-year-old Norwegian and Niskanen collapsed after crossing the line a mere 0.4 seconds behind the winner.

Beijing Games: Norway skier Therese Johaug wins gold in 10 km cross-country classic

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's comments that were made during the second One-Day International (ODI) against West Indies went viral when he was seen yelling at his teammate (in a funny way).&nbsp;

Batter Suryakumar Yadav's 64 and KL Rahul's 49 helped India post a modest total of 237-9. While defending it, pacer Prasidh Krishna emerged as a hero whose four-wicket haul helped India bowl out visitors for 193 inside 46 overs.&nbsp;

The win on Wednesday (February 9) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad means India has taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.&nbsp;

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India's newly appointed ODI skipper Sharma was seen giving instructions to teammates when he was setting the field. Some of his comments were caught by the stump mics.&nbsp;

His comments were recorded when he yelled at spinner Yuzvendra Chahal as the skipper looked quite irritated with Chahal's running speed.&nbsp;

Rohit said, "Kya hua terko? Bhaag kyun nahi raha hai theek se? Chal udhar bhaag." It can be loosely translated in English as: "What happened to you? Why aren't you running properly? Go and field there."&nbsp;

Don't miss Virat Kohli's reaction caught in the video.&nbsp;

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Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's comments that were made during the second One-Day International (ODI) against West Indies went viral when he was seen yelling at his teammate (in a funny way).

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's comments that were made during the second One-Day International (ODI) against West Indies went viral when he was seen yelling at his teammate (in a funny way). Batter Suryakumar Yadav's 64 and KL Rahul's 49 helped India post a modest total of 237-9. While defending it, pacer Prasidh Krishna emerged as a hero whose four-wicket haul helped India bowl out visitors for 193 inside 46 overs. The win on Wednesday (February 9) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad means India has taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. ALSO READ | 'Not a permanent thing': Rohit Sharma reacts to decision to let Rishabh Pant open innings in 2nd ODI vs WI India's newly appointed ODI skipper Sharma was seen giving instructions to teammates when he was setting the field. Some of his comments were caught by the stump mics. His comments were recorded when he yelled at spinner Yuzvendra Chahal as the skipper looked quite irritated with Chahal's running speed. Rohit said, "Kya hua terko? Bhaag kyun nahi raha hai theek se? Chal udhar bhaag." It can be loosely translated in English as: "What happened to you? Why aren't you running properly? Go and field there." Don't miss Virat Kohli's reaction caught in the video. ALSO READ | Rohit Sharma praises match-winning star Prasidh Krishna; pacer says 'have been putting in the hard yards' Watch the video here: Who made this?? 😂😂#RohitSharma#chahal #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/2WansgEmjV — Soumyadip Dutta 📸👨‍💻 (@lofITechie) February 10, 2022 ×

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