England all-rounder Moeen Ali on Monday tested positive for COVID-19 following PCR tests on arrival at the airport in Hambantota on Sunday. Ali will now undergo a 10-day self-isolation period, in accordance with the Sri Lanka government's protocol on quarantine.

Besides Moeen Ali testing positive for the coronavirus, all-rounder Chris Woakes has been deemed as a possible close contact and will also observe a period of self-isolation and further testing.

England will again take PCR tests for the second time on Tuesday morning and will take the field for training for the first time on Wednesday.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka and England are scheduled to play a two-match Test series, starting from January 14, under the banner of ICC World Test Championship. The series was slated to be played in 2019 but was rescheduled to due to the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

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<h2>Statement from ECB on Moeen Ali:</h2>

"Following PCR tests administered on arrival at the airport in Hambantota on Sunday 3rd January, The England and Wales Cricket Board can confirm that Moeen Ali has tested positive for COVID-19.

"Ali will now observe a period of 10-days self-isolation, in accordance with the Sri Lanka Government’s protocol on quarantine.

"Chris Woakes has been deemed as a possible close contact, and he will observe a period of self-isolation and further testing.

"The touring party will be PCR tested for a second time on Tuesday morning. At this stage, the team will train for the first time on Wednesday."

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<h2>England Men’s Test Squad:</h2>

Joe Root (Yorkshire) (captain), Moeen Ali (Worcestershire), James Anderson (Lancashire), Jonathan Bairstow (Yorkshire), Dom Bess (Yorkshire), Stuart Broad (Nottinghamshire), Jos Buttler (Lancashire), Zak Crawley (Kent), Sam Curran (Surrey), Ben Foakes (Surrey), Dan Lawrence (Essex), Jack Leach (Somerset), Dom Sibley (Warwickshire), Olly Stone (Warwickshire), Chris Woakes (Warwickshire), Mark Wood (Durham).

Reserves:

James Bracey (Gloucestershire), Mason Crane (Hampshire), Saqib Mahmood (Lancashire), Craig Overton (Somerset), Matthew Parkinson (Lancashire), Ollie Robinson (Sussex), Amar Virdi (Surrey). 
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England all-rounder Moeen Ali on Monday tested positive for COVID-19 following PCR tests on arrival at the airport in Hambantota on Sunday. Ali will now undergo a 10-day self-isolation period, in accordance with the Sri Lanka government's protocol on quarantine.

England all-rounder Moeen Ali on Monday tested positive for COVID-19 following PCR tests on arrival at the airport in Hambantota on Sunday. Ali will now undergo a 10-day self-isolation period, in accordance with the Sri Lanka government's protocol on quarantine. Besides Moeen Ali testing positive for the coronavirus, all-rounder Chris Woakes has been deemed as a possible close contact and will also observe a period of self-isolation and further testing. England will again take PCR tests for the second time on Tuesday morning and will take the field for training for the first time on Wednesday. Sri Lanka and England are scheduled to play a two-match Test series, starting from January 14, under the banner of ICC World Test Championship. The series was slated to be played in 2019 but was rescheduled to due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ALSO READ: 'Australians are bad losers' - Former India spinner tears apart hosts over bio-bubble controversy Statement from ECB on Moeen Ali: "Following PCR tests administered on arrival at the airport in Hambantota on Sunday 3rd January, The England and Wales Cricket Board can confirm that Moeen Ali has tested positive for COVID-19. "Ali will now observe a period of 10-days self-isolation, in accordance with the Sri Lanka Government’s protocol on quarantine. "Chris Woakes has been deemed as a possible close contact, and he will observe a period of self-isolation and further testing. "The touring party will be PCR tested for a second time on Tuesday morning. At this stage, the team will train for the first time on Wednesday." ALSO READ: After trolling Pakistan team, New Zealand fans take hilarious dig at Australia's Steve Smith and Joe Burns England Men’s Test Squad: Joe Root (Yorkshire) (captain), Moeen Ali (Worcestershire), James Anderson (Lancashire), Jonathan Bairstow (Yorkshire), Dom Bess (Yorkshire), Stuart Broad (Nottinghamshire), Jos Buttler (Lancashire), Zak Crawley (Kent), Sam Curran (Surrey), Ben Foakes (Surrey), Dan Lawrence (Essex), Jack Leach (Somerset), Dom Sibley (Warwickshire), Olly Stone (Warwickshire), Chris Woakes (Warwickshire), Mark Wood (Durham). Reserves: James Bracey (Gloucestershire), Mason Crane (Hampshire), Saqib Mahmood (Lancashire), Craig Overton (Somerset), Matthew Parkinson (Lancashire), Ollie Robinson (Sussex), Amar Virdi (Surrey).

SL vs ENG: England's Moeen Ali tests positive for COVID-19, Chris Woakes deemed as close contact

Leicester have the potential to disrupt the dominance of the 'Big Six' in the Premier League, says Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers.

The Northern Irishman's side lie third in the table after beating Newcastle 2-1 on Sunday.

Leicester -- who in 2016 became the only club from outside the 'Big Six' to win the league title since 1995 -- are a point behind leaders Liverpool, who visit Southampton later on Monday, and second-placed Manchester United.

Leicester have played a game more than several of their rivals in a wide-open title race, with just seven points separating Liverpool and United from West Ham in 10th.

By comparison, Liverpool held a 27-point advantage over the team in 10th place after 16 games last season, as did Manchester City at a similar stage in the 2017-18 campaign.

Rodgers says that while Leicester may be unable to compete financially with the biggest clubs, they can make their presence felt on the pitch.

"We want to be a team that, year on year, can get European football," said Rodgers.

"Our job is, can we disrupt the hierarchy? We might not financially - we don't have the finances to go and get that £70 million ($96 million), £80m, £90m player -- but we can in a football way."

Rodgers said his initial goal is to qualify for European football next term.

A loss of form at the end of last season cost Leicester a Champions League spot but they are into the knockout stage of the Europa League after topping their group.

"My ambition is to get into Europe again and for us to progress," said Rodgers.

"What's nice is our top players are getting their fitness back and that's exciting for us in the second part of the season."

England midfielder James Maddison is one of the players who have returned from injury and had an immediate impact, scoring at Newcastle.

Maddison and Belgian international Youri Tielemans's goal helped the Foxes to their seventh win away from home this campaign -- the most in the Premier League.

"We are playing with intensity and a bit of swagger. Newcastle felt the full force of a top-of-the-table Premier League team," said Maddison.

Leicester have the potential to disrupt the dominance of the 'Big Six' in the Premier League, says Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers. The Northern Irishman's side lie third in the table after beating Newcastle 2-1 on Sunday.

Leicester have the potential to disrupt the dominance of the 'Big Six' in the Premier League, says Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers. The Northern Irishman's side lie third in the table after beating Newcastle 2-1 on Sunday. Leicester -- who in 2016 became the only club from outside the 'Big Six' to win the league title since 1995 -- are a point behind leaders Liverpool, who visit Southampton later on Monday, and second-placed Manchester United. Leicester have played a game more than several of their rivals in a wide-open title race, with just seven points separating Liverpool and United from West Ham in 10th. By comparison, Liverpool held a 27-point advantage over the team in 10th place after 16 games last season, as did Manchester City at a similar stage in the 2017-18 campaign. Rodgers says that while Leicester may be unable to compete financially with the biggest clubs, they can make their presence felt on the pitch. "We want to be a team that, year on year, can get European football," said Rodgers. "Our job is, can we disrupt the hierarchy? We might not financially - we don't have the finances to go and get that £70 million ($96 million), £80m, £90m player -- but we can in a football way." Rodgers said his initial goal is to qualify for European football next term. A loss of form at the end of last season cost Leicester a Champions League spot but they are into the knockout stage of the Europa League after topping their group. "My ambition is to get into Europe again and for us to progress," said Rodgers. "What's nice is our top players are getting their fitness back and that's exciting for us in the second part of the season." England midfielder James Maddison is one of the players who have returned from injury and had an immediate impact, scoring at Newcastle. Maddison and Belgian international Youri Tielemans's goal helped the Foxes to their seventh win away from home this campaign -- the most in the Premier League. "We are playing with intensity and a bit of swagger. Newcastle felt the full force of a top-of-the-table Premier League team," said Maddison.

Leicester can upset Premier League established order, says Rodgers

With the Indian team facing plenty of criticism from the Australian media after five players were placed in isolation for an alleged bio-secure bubble breach in Melbourne, former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha has lashed out at the Australian media as he said that they are trying to unsettle the Indian team after losing the Boxing Day Test by eight wickets.

Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini were asked to isolate after photographs and video of them dining at an indoor restaurant went viral on social media. However, the BCCI has continued to back its players. But some of the reactions coming in from Australian media and a handful of Australian politician have irked Ojha.

"Everybody knows Australians are bad losers. They are not able to take it (MCG defeat) despite five of our main players missing. Indian team is doing so well. They never expected the Indian team to win. They thought they could win, they were taken by surprise," Pragyan Ojha said on Sports Today.

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"I feel it's a big gimmick to take the pressure off Australia and try to get under the skin of the Indians. They don't know we exactly know what they are trying to do. The Indian team is relaxed, they know what to do and focused on the last 2 Tests," he added.

Meanwhile, the entire Indian contingent tested negative for the coronavirus and all the players left for Sydney from Melbourne on Monday.

"Rohit Sharma, he has had a 14-day hard quarantine, before that training at the NCA. I am very sure he is not a fool to come and just breach the protocols. Yes, at times, things look different. I am very sure, they know what the protocols are and they follow them," said Ojha speaking about the whole controversy.

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"The bottom line is Australians are bad losers," he concluded.

With the four-match Test series firmly locked at 1-1, the third Test between India and Australia is set to start from January 7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

With the Indian team facing plenty of criticism from the Australian media after five players were placed in isolation for an alleged bio-secure bubble breach in Melbourne, former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha has lashed out at the Australian media as he said that they are trying to unsettle the Indian team after losing the Boxing Day Test by eight wickets.

With the Indian team facing plenty of criticism from the Australian media after five players were placed in isolation for an alleged bio-secure bubble breach in Melbourne, former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha has lashed out at the Australian media as he said that they are trying to unsettle the Indian team after losing the Boxing Day Test by eight wickets. Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini were asked to isolate after photographs and video of them dining at an indoor restaurant went viral on social media. However, the BCCI has continued to back its players. But some of the reactions coming in from Australian media and a handful of Australian politician have irked Ojha. "Everybody knows Australians are bad losers. They are not able to take it (MCG defeat) despite five of our main players missing. Indian team is doing so well. They never expected the Indian team to win. They thought they could win, they were taken by surprise," Pragyan Ojha said on Sports Today. ALSO READ: After trolling Pakistan team, New Zealand fans take hilarious dig at Australia's Steve Smith and Joe Burns "I feel it's a big gimmick to take the pressure off Australia and try to get under the skin of the Indians. They don't know we exactly know what they are trying to do. The Indian team is relaxed, they know what to do and focused on the last 2 Tests," he added. Meanwhile, the entire Indian contingent tested negative for the coronavirus and all the players left for Sydney from Melbourne on Monday. "Rohit Sharma, he has had a 14-day hard quarantine, before that training at the NCA. I am very sure he is not a fool to come and just breach the protocols. Yes, at times, things look different. I am very sure, they know what the protocols are and they follow them," said Ojha speaking about the whole controversy. ALSO READ: 'Statement portrays Indians in poor light' - BCCI rethinking playing in Brisbane after Ros Bates' comments "The bottom line is Australians are bad losers," he concluded. With the four-match Test series firmly locked at 1-1, the third Test between India and Australia is set to start from January 7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

'Australians are bad losers' - Former India spinner tears apart hosts over bio-bubble controversy

Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has added another feather to his illustrious cap as the Juventus forward touched 250 million followers on photo-blogging platform Instagram, making the five-time Ballon d'Or winner the first-ever person to touch the iconic landmark.&nbsp;

The Portugal ace became the most popular celebrity on Instagram by completing 250 million followers on the platform with pop star Ariana Grande being second in the list with 214 million followers. Hollywood actor and WWE icon Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is third in the list of people with most Instagram following with 209 million followers.

Interestingly, the followers of all 20 Premier League clubs are far less than Ronaldo's followers on Instagram. The 20 Premier League clubs combined have 159 million followers - 90 million less than Ronaldo's latest numbers on Instagram.

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As Ronaldo continues to rule social media, a Forbes report stated that the Portuguese earned $47.8 million from paid posts on Instagram in the year 2020. Ronaldo is quite active on social media platforms and posts photographs and videos of his family including wife Georgine Rodrigues - who has 22.8 million followers on Instagram. Ronaldo also posts about his workout regime, his match photos and memorable moments from his life.

In the footballing world, Lionel Messi is next to Ronaldo in terms of Instagram followers with the Barcelona forward having 174 million followers. The only account on Instagram which has more followers than Ronaldo is Instagram's official handle with as many as 382 followers.

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Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to shatter record books as he surpassed Pele's goal-scoring tally to become the player with second-most goals in the history of football.

Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has added another feather to his illustrious cap as the Juventus forward touched 250 million followers on photo-blogging platform Instagram, making the five-time Ballon d'Or winner the first-ever person to touch the iconic landmark.

Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has added another feather to his illustrious cap as the Juventus forward touched 250 million followers on photo-blogging platform Instagram, making the five-time Ballon d'Or winner the first-ever person to touch the iconic landmark. The Portugal ace became the most popular celebrity on Instagram by completing 250 million followers on the platform with pop star Ariana Grande being second in the list with 214 million followers. Hollywood actor and WWE icon Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is third in the list of people with most Instagram following with 209 million followers. Interestingly, the followers of all 20 Premier League clubs are far less than Ronaldo's followers on Instagram. The 20 Premier League clubs combined have 159 million followers - 90 million less than Ronaldo's latest numbers on Instagram. ALSO READ: Ronaldo double lifts Juve as 10-man Milan stay top ahead of Inter As Ronaldo continues to rule social media, a Forbes report stated that the Portuguese earned $47.8 million from paid posts on Instagram in the year 2020. Ronaldo is quite active on social media platforms and posts photographs and videos of his family including wife Georgine Rodrigues - who has 22.8 million followers on Instagram. Ronaldo also posts about his workout regime, his match photos and memorable moments from his life. In the footballing world, Lionel Messi is next to Ronaldo in terms of Instagram followers with the Barcelona forward having 174 million followers. The only account on Instagram which has more followers than Ronaldo is Instagram's official handle with as many as 382 followers. ALSO READ: Cristiano Ronaldo surpasses Pele's record, climbs second in all-time goal-scoring charts Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to shatter record books as he surpassed Pele's goal-scoring tally to become the player with second-most goals in the history of football.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first person to hit 250 million Instagram followers

New Zealand fans continue to entertain the cricketing world as after hilariously trolling Pakistan cricketers in the first Test at the Bay Oval, a fan was back taking humorous digs but this time Australian cricketers Joe Burns and Steve Smith were on the firing zone.&nbsp;

A New Zealand cricket fan was spotted with a viral placard during Day 2 of the ongoing Christchurch Test between New Zealand and Pakistan as the small board read: "Cricket bats for sale. Barely used. Call: Steve Smith, Joe Burns @ Cricket Australia."

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Both Burns and Smith, like other Australian batsmen, have struggled for runs massively in the ongoing four-match Test series against India. While Burns was dropped from the Test squad for the final two matches, the pressure is on Smith to turn the tables.

Burns had managed just 63 runs in four innings at an average of 51 whereas Smith, who was dethroned by Kane Williamson as number one Test batsman, has managed just 10 runs in two Tests.

Like Burns and Smith, the rest of the batting order has struggled for runs against India on their home soil. Australia have failed to cross 200 runs even once in two Tests so far and have left bamboozled by a well-drilled Indian bowling attack.

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After winning the Adelaide Test, Australians were given a reality check as India bounced back strong to register an eight-wicket win, in the absence of Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami.

Meanwhile, in the second Test between New Zealand and Pakistan, the hosts are at the top as they ended Day 2 with 286/3 on board after a fine century by skipper Williamson.

New Zealand fans continue to entertain the cricketing world as after hilariously trolling Pakistan cricketers in the first Test at the Bay Oval, a fan was back taking humorous digs but this time Australian cricketers Joe Burns and Steve Smith were on the firing zone.

New Zealand fans continue to entertain the cricketing world as after hilariously trolling Pakistan cricketers in the first Test at the Bay Oval, a fan was back taking humorous digs but this time Australian cricketers Joe Burns and Steve Smith were on the firing zone. A New Zealand cricket fan was spotted with a viral placard during Day 2 of the ongoing Christchurch Test between New Zealand and Pakistan as the small board read: "Cricket bats for sale. Barely used. Call: Steve Smith, Joe Burns @ Cricket Australia." New Zealand Fan takes a Dig at Steve smith and Joe Burns #NZVPAK pic.twitter.com/qV6jI5vPnM — Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cricket) January 4, 2021 × ALSO READ: Classic Williamson ton swings momentum New Zealand's way Both Burns and Smith, like other Australian batsmen, have struggled for runs massively in the ongoing four-match Test series against India. While Burns was dropped from the Test squad for the final two matches, the pressure is on Smith to turn the tables. Burns had managed just 63 runs in four innings at an average of 51 whereas Smith, who was dethroned by Kane Williamson as number one Test batsman, has managed just 10 runs in two Tests. Like Burns and Smith, the rest of the batting order has struggled for runs against India on their home soil. Australia have failed to cross 200 runs even once in two Tests so far and have left bamboozled by a well-drilled Indian bowling attack. ALSO READ: 'Statement portrays Indians in poor light' - BCCI rethinking playing in Brisbane after Ros Bates' comments After winning the Adelaide Test, Australians were given a reality check as India bounced back strong to register an eight-wicket win, in the absence of Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami. Meanwhile, in the second Test between New Zealand and Pakistan, the hosts are at the top as they ended Day 2 with 286/3 on board after a fine century by skipper Williamson.

After trolling Pakistan team, New Zealand fans take hilarious dig at Australia's Steve Smith and Joe Burns

The president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly is likely to be discharged from the Woodlands Hospital in Kolkata on Wednesday after the iconic former cricketer suffered a mild heart attack on Saturday.&nbsp;

Woodlands MD &amp; CEO Dr Rupali Basu told reporters on Monday that Ganguly is likely to be discharged from Wednesday and the former Indian captain is keeping well. Dr Basu further said that it was decided that angioplasty for two damaged coronary arteries would be done at a later date after consultation with Ganguly's family members.

“Our nine-member medical board met today at 11.30 am with reputed specialists on zoom platform. The consensus of the board was that deferring the angioplasty, for now, is deemed to be a safer option since Mr Ganguly is stable, without any chest pain and is on optimal medical management,” Dr Basu said at the press conference.

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“The family members were present during the board meeting and were explained about the disease process and further therapeutic plan,” she added.

Angioplasty was successfully done on Ganguly's right coronary artery after the 48-year-old suffered a mild heart attack. Dr Basu said the other two damaged coronary arteries, too, need angioplasty but that would be done at a later date with surgery ruled out.

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Asked when Ganguly is likely to be discharged, Dr Basu said: “Dr Devi Shetty is coming tomorrow. We will have another round of discussion. He is likely to be discharged on Wednesday.”

On Monday, Minister of State for Finance and former BCCI president Anurag Thakur visited Ganguly at the hospital while hoping that he would return back to “routine, normal life soon”.

The president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly is likely to be discharged from the Woodlands Hospital in Kolkata on Wednesday after the iconic former cricketer suffered a mild heart attack on Saturday.

The president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly is likely to be discharged from the Woodlands Hospital in Kolkata on Wednesday after the iconic former cricketer suffered a mild heart attack on Saturday. Woodlands MD & CEO Dr Rupali Basu told reporters on Monday that Ganguly is likely to be discharged from Wednesday and the former Indian captain is keeping well. Dr Basu further said that it was decided that angioplasty for two damaged coronary arteries would be done at a later date after consultation with Ganguly's family members. “Our nine-member medical board met today at 11.30 am with reputed specialists on zoom platform. The consensus of the board was that deferring the angioplasty, for now, is deemed to be a safer option since Mr Ganguly is stable, without any chest pain and is on optimal medical management,” Dr Basu said at the press conference. ALSO READ: 'Statement portrays Indians in poor light' - BCCI rethinking playing in Brisbane after Ros Bates' comments “The family members were present during the board meeting and were explained about the disease process and further therapeutic plan,” she added. Angioplasty was successfully done on Ganguly's right coronary artery after the 48-year-old suffered a mild heart attack. Dr Basu said the other two damaged coronary arteries, too, need angioplasty but that would be done at a later date with surgery ruled out. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia boss says India fine with strict quarantine for Brisbane Test as visitors test negative for virus Asked when Ganguly is likely to be discharged, Dr Basu said: “Dr Devi Shetty is coming tomorrow. We will have another round of discussion. He is likely to be discharged on Wednesday.” On Monday, Minister of State for Finance and former BCCI president Anurag Thakur visited Ganguly at the hospital while hoping that he would return back to “routine, normal life soon”.

Sourav Ganguly likely to be discharged from hospital on Wednesday

It seems like the comments made by Queensland's Health Shadow Minister Ros Bates' regarding quarantine guideline set for the fourth Test in Brisbane has caused a bit of turbulence in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as the Indian board feels that the team's image has been shown in poor light by the Australia authorities and media.

After such comments, the BCCI is rethinking if it should turn the Border-Gavaskar Trophy into a three-match series and end the series with the Pink Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), scheduled to start on January 7.

A BCCI official, speaking to ANI, said that the comments from Bates should have been avoided with both BCCI standing united with Cricket Australia to ensure that the tour goes ahead without any hitch. The official said that it is hurtful if a public representative doesn't want the team to go and play while adding that the hosts are propagating a view that the Indian team doesn't wish to follow the rules.

"The statement made by the public representative portrays Indians in poor light and let me assure you, we do not want to do anything other than to abide by the rules, and Rohit Sharma`s strict quarantine is a case in point. To try and propagate a view that we don't wish to follow the rules is unacceptable and the tone and tenor, in which it was said seemed rife with hostility and bordered on racism. It is, therefore, not a surprise that a rethink is on the cards.

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"If a representative of the public does not want us there, it is hurtful and the last thing we want is to upset the Australian fans who have given us so much love and support over the years. We do not wish to make it difficult for them or for Cricket Australia," the official said.

With reports surfacing that Indian team isn't too keen on hard quarantine ahead of Brisbane Test, Bates said: "If the Indians don`t want to play by the rules, don`t come."

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She had put out the statement on social media as well and her sentiments were echoed by Queensland`s Shadow Sports Minister Tim Mander.&nbsp;

"If the Indian cricket team wants to spit the dummy and disregard quarantine guidelines in Brisbane for the fourth Test, then they shouldn`t come," Mander said, as reported by Fox Sports.

"The same rules must apply for everyone. Simple," he added.

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However, Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley on Monday said that the BCCI is fully supportive of guidelines set by the Queensland government.

"We`ve had nothing formal from the BCCI to suggest anything other than they are supportive. We speak to our counterparts in the BCCI daily and we have clarified in the last 24 hours what the precise requirements are in Brisbane," cricket.com.au quoted Hockley as saying.

"There has been some reporting that players will be confined to their rooms -- that`s not the case. Typically for a Test match, players arrive at the ground between 8 am and 9 am and they are there until 6 or 7 pm at night, and then it`s back to the hotel to rest and recuperate and they will be able to mix within their groups. So everyone`s fully across that, and supportive," he added.

Earlier, the Indian contingent in Australia tested negative for the coronavirus after controversial weeks on Australian soil.

"Playing members of the Indian Cricket Team and support staff underwent an RT-PCR Test for Covid-19 on January 3, 2021. All tests have returned negative results," the BCCI said.

(With ANI inputs)

It seems like the comments made by Queensland's Health Shadow Minister Ros Bates' regarding quarantine guideline set for the fourth Test in Brisbane has caused a bit of turbulence in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as the Indian board feels that the team's image has been shown in poor light by the Australia authorities and media.

It seems like the comments made by Queensland's Health Shadow Minister Ros Bates' regarding quarantine guideline set for the fourth Test in Brisbane has caused a bit of turbulence in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as the Indian board feels that the team's image has been shown in poor light by the Australia authorities and media. After such comments, the BCCI is rethinking if it should turn the Border-Gavaskar Trophy into a three-match series and end the series with the Pink Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), scheduled to start on January 7. A BCCI official, speaking to ANI, said that the comments from Bates should have been avoided with both BCCI standing united with Cricket Australia to ensure that the tour goes ahead without any hitch. The official said that it is hurtful if a public representative doesn't want the team to go and play while adding that the hosts are propagating a view that the Indian team doesn't wish to follow the rules. "The statement made by the public representative portrays Indians in poor light and let me assure you, we do not want to do anything other than to abide by the rules, and Rohit Sharma`s strict quarantine is a case in point. To try and propagate a view that we don't wish to follow the rules is unacceptable and the tone and tenor, in which it was said seemed rife with hostility and bordered on racism. It is, therefore, not a surprise that a rethink is on the cards. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia boss says India fine with strict quarantine for Brisbane Test as visitors test negative for virus "If a representative of the public does not want us there, it is hurtful and the last thing we want is to upset the Australian fans who have given us so much love and support over the years. We do not wish to make it difficult for them or for Cricket Australia," the official said. With reports surfacing that Indian team isn't too keen on hard quarantine ahead of Brisbane Test, Bates said: "If the Indians don`t want to play by the rules, don`t come." Today I was asked about reports the Indian Cricket Team wants quarantine restrictions eased just for them, ahead of the upcoming Gabba Test. My response 👇 #Cricket #IndiavsAustralia @ICC @CricketAus pic.twitter.com/MV7W0rIntM — Ros Bates MP (@Ros_Bates_MP) January 3, 2021 × She had put out the statement on social media as well and her sentiments were echoed by Queensland`s Shadow Sports Minister Tim Mander. "If the Indian cricket team wants to spit the dummy and disregard quarantine guidelines in Brisbane for the fourth Test, then they shouldn`t come," Mander said, as reported by Fox Sports. "The same rules must apply for everyone. Simple," he added. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia boss says India fine with strict quarantine for Brisbane Test as visitors test negative for virus However, Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley on Monday said that the BCCI is fully supportive of guidelines set by the Queensland government. "We`ve had nothing formal from the BCCI to suggest anything other than they are supportive. We speak to our counterparts in the BCCI daily and we have clarified in the last 24 hours what the precise requirements are in Brisbane," cricket.com.au quoted Hockley as saying. "There has been some reporting that players will be confined to their rooms -- that`s not the case. Typically for a Test match, players arrive at the ground between 8 am and 9 am and they are there until 6 or 7 pm at night, and then it`s back to the hotel to rest and recuperate and they will be able to mix within their groups. So everyone`s fully across that, and supportive," he added. Earlier, the Indian contingent in Australia tested negative for the coronavirus after controversial weeks on Australian soil. "Playing members of the Indian Cricket Team and support staff underwent an RT-PCR Test for Covid-19 on January 3, 2021. All tests have returned negative results," the BCCI said. (With ANI inputs)

'Statement portrays Indians in poor light' - BCCI rethinking playing in Brisbane after Ros Bates' comments

Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley on Monday dismissed reports that the Indian cricket team is weighing a boycott of the fourth and final Test of the tour, in Brisbane, over strict quarantine concerns.

Australian media had earlier reported that the visiting Indian team would refuse to travel to Brisbane if they are to undergo another spell of hard quarantine in the Queensland state.

<h2>BCCI "fully supportive" of quarantine requirements in Brisbane: Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley</h2>

Hockley said that the BCCI was “fully across (and) supportive” of quarantine requirements in Queensland.

“We speak to our counterparts at the BCCI daily,” he told reporters in Sydney on Monday.

“We’ve had nothing formal from the BCCI to suggest anything other than they’re supportive ... Both teams have wanted to play the schedule as we’ve set out.”

The third Test of the four-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy is set to commence at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday after Cricket Australia decided not to move the match in the wake of a fresh outbreak of coronavirus in the city.

Queensland has shut its border with New South Wales but agreed to allow the players travel to Brisbane for the final Test, on January 15, given they undergo strict biosecurity protocols.

However, the BCCI, officially, is yet to publicly support or comment about the Brisbane quarantine plan.

<h2>Indian contingent test negative for COVID-19</h2>

Meanwhile, the Indian cricket team, including the five players who had breached the safety protocols, tested negative for the virus after undergoing RT-PCR tests.&nbsp;

The players and support staff have been embroiled in controversy ever since five of its members - Rohit Sharma, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Navdeep Saini and Rishabh Pant - were accused of breaching the bio-bubble after they were pictured having food indoors at a restaurant in Melbourne on New Year's Day, which is against the protocols set in place by Cricket Australia for this series.

According to CA's bio-secure protocols, players are allowed to sit outside but not dine inside restaurants.

The five players were put in isolation but will travel together with the team to Sydney on January 4.

"Playing members of the Indian Cricket Team and support staff underwent an RT-PCR Test for Covid-19 on January 3, 2021. All tests have returned negative results," the BCCI said in a statement.

The third match in Sydney is set to start from January 7 with the series between India and Australia firmly locked at 1-1.

Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley on Monday dismissed reports that the Indian cricket team is weighing a boycott of the fourth and final Test of the tour, in Brisbane, over strict quarantine concerns.

Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley on Monday dismissed reports that the Indian cricket team is weighing a boycott of the fourth and final Test of the tour, in Brisbane, over strict quarantine concerns. Australian media had earlier reported that the visiting Indian team would refuse to travel to Brisbane if they are to undergo another spell of hard quarantine in the Queensland state. BCCI "fully supportive" of quarantine requirements in Brisbane: Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley Hockley said that the BCCI was “fully across (and) supportive” of quarantine requirements in Queensland. “We speak to our counterparts at the BCCI daily,” he told reporters in Sydney on Monday. “We’ve had nothing formal from the BCCI to suggest anything other than they’re supportive ... Both teams have wanted to play the schedule as we’ve set out.” The third Test of the four-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy is set to commence at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday after Cricket Australia decided not to move the match in the wake of a fresh outbreak of coronavirus in the city. Queensland has shut its border with New South Wales but agreed to allow the players travel to Brisbane for the final Test, on January 15, given they undergo strict biosecurity protocols. However, the BCCI, officially, is yet to publicly support or comment about the Brisbane quarantine plan. Indian contingent test negative for COVID-19 Meanwhile, the Indian cricket team, including the five players who had breached the safety protocols, tested negative for the virus after undergoing RT-PCR tests. The players and support staff have been embroiled in controversy ever since five of its members - Rohit Sharma, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Navdeep Saini and Rishabh Pant - were accused of breaching the bio-bubble after they were pictured having food indoors at a restaurant in Melbourne on New Year's Day, which is against the protocols set in place by Cricket Australia for this series. According to CA's bio-secure protocols, players are allowed to sit outside but not dine inside restaurants. The five players were put in isolation but will travel together with the team to Sydney on January 4. "Playing members of the Indian Cricket Team and support staff underwent an RT-PCR Test for Covid-19 on January 3, 2021. All tests have returned negative results," the BCCI said in a statement. The third match in Sydney is set to start from January 7 with the series between India and Australia firmly locked at 1-1.

Cricket Australia boss says India fine with strict quarantine for Brisbane Test as visitors test negative for virus

Former WNBA player Becky Hammon has become the first woman to direct a team in an NBA contest, describing the experience as "a big deal, it's a substantial moment."

Hammon made history Wednesday in the Los Angeles Lakers' 121-107 win over the San Antonio Spurs, taking over the Spurs' bench duties when head coach Gregg Popovich was ejected in the first half.

"I've been a part of this organization, I got traded here in 2007, so I've been in San Antonio and part of the Spurs and sports organization with the Stars and everything for 13 years," Hammon said. "So I have a lot of time invested, and they have a lot of time invested in me, in building me and getting me better."

Popovich received a technical foul and was thrown out of the game with 3:56 remaining in the second quarter for arguing with a referee as his team trailed the Lakers 52-41.

"He officially pointed at me. That was it," Hammon said. "Said, 'You got 'em,' and that was it. Very Pop-like."

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris was among those to congratulate Hammon on social media saying she hopes more ex-WNBA players can land coaching jobs in the NBA.

"Congrats, @BeckyHammon. You may be the first, but I know you certainly won't be the last."

Hammon is in her seventh season on the San Antonio coaching staff.&nbsp; Hammon was a six-time all-star in the WNBA with teams in New York and Texas.

Former WNBA player Becky Hammon has become the first woman to direct a team in an NBA contest, describing the experience as "a big deal, it's a substantial moment.

Former WNBA player Becky Hammon has become the first woman to direct a team in an NBA contest, describing the experience as "a big deal, it's a substantial moment." Hammon made history Wednesday in the Los Angeles Lakers' 121-107 win over the San Antonio Spurs, taking over the Spurs' bench duties when head coach Gregg Popovich was ejected in the first half. "I've been a part of this organization, I got traded here in 2007, so I've been in San Antonio and part of the Spurs and sports organization with the Stars and everything for 13 years," Hammon said. "So I have a lot of time invested, and they have a lot of time invested in me, in building me and getting me better." Popovich received a technical foul and was thrown out of the game with 3:56 remaining in the second quarter for arguing with a referee as his team trailed the Lakers 52-41. "He officially pointed at me. That was it," Hammon said. "Said, 'You got 'em,' and that was it. Very Pop-like." Vice President-elect Kamala Harris was among those to congratulate Hammon on social media saying she hopes more ex-WNBA players can land coaching jobs in the NBA. "Congrats, @BeckyHammon. You may be the first, but I know you certainly won't be the last." Hammon is in her seventh season on the San Antonio coaching staff. Hammon was a six-time all-star in the WNBA with teams in New York and Texas.

Hammon makes history by becoming first woman to direct NBA team

Mikel Arteta said Thursday that Arsenal's priority in the January transfer window is to trim their bloated squad as he seeks to&nbsp;build on a mini-revival at the Premier League club.

The Gunners were able to offload Emiliano Martinez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the summer window while Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira departed on loan.

But forgotten man Mesut Ozil remained at the Emirates along with Shkodran Mustafi and Sead Kolasinac, who have barely featured in the Premier League this season.

Arsenal announced later on Thursday that Kolasinac had agreed to join Bundesliga side Schalke on loan for the rest of the season.

The club have been linked with a loan move for Real Madrid playmaker Isco in January but first of all technical director Edu will attempt to raise funds by moving on those who are surplus to requirements.

"There are some players that are going to go on loan and going to leave and that is the priority at the moment," Arteta said ahead of Saturday's trip to West Brom.

"We cannot sustain the numbers that we have in certain positions and we are looking to do that, and then we will see if we have the right opportunity in the positions where we need some more help."

The pressure on Arteta has eased after wins against Chelsea and Brighton lifted Arsenal to 13th in the Premier League table following a miserable run.

Bukayo Saka, who starred in the 1-0 win at Brighton on Tuesday, is expected to be fit for the match against Sam Allardyce's West Brom.

The teenager was forced off during the latter stages of the victory after a strong challenge, but should recover while David Luiz and Willian, who both tested negative for Covid-19 earlier this week, may return this weekend after a bout of illness.

Allardyce this week called for a "circuit-breaker" in the Premier League as coronavirus cases spike in Britain but league bosses said the competition would continue as planned.

"I think we have shown the system is working," said Arteta. "In the last week or so something has happened and we will have more restrictions and more tests to try to be as efficient as we were before and we will see, but I think it can work and we can carry on."

Mikel Arteta said Thursday that Arsenal's priority in the January transfer window is to trim their bloated squad as he seeks to build on a mini-revival at the Premier League club.

Mikel Arteta said Thursday that Arsenal's priority in the January transfer window is to trim their bloated squad as he seeks to build on a mini-revival at the Premier League club. The Gunners were able to offload Emiliano Martinez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the summer window while Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira departed on loan. But forgotten man Mesut Ozil remained at the Emirates along with Shkodran Mustafi and Sead Kolasinac, who have barely featured in the Premier League this season. Arsenal announced later on Thursday that Kolasinac had agreed to join Bundesliga side Schalke on loan for the rest of the season. The club have been linked with a loan move for Real Madrid playmaker Isco in January but first of all technical director Edu will attempt to raise funds by moving on those who are surplus to requirements. "There are some players that are going to go on loan and going to leave and that is the priority at the moment," Arteta said ahead of Saturday's trip to West Brom. "We cannot sustain the numbers that we have in certain positions and we are looking to do that, and then we will see if we have the right opportunity in the positions where we need some more help." The pressure on Arteta has eased after wins against Chelsea and Brighton lifted Arsenal to 13th in the Premier League table following a miserable run. Bukayo Saka, who starred in the 1-0 win at Brighton on Tuesday, is expected to be fit for the match against Sam Allardyce's West Brom. The teenager was forced off during the latter stages of the victory after a strong challenge, but should recover while David Luiz and Willian, who both tested negative for Covid-19 earlier this week, may return this weekend after a bout of illness. Allardyce this week called for a "circuit-breaker" in the Premier League as coronavirus cases spike in Britain but league bosses said the competition would continue as planned. "I think we have shown the system is working," said Arteta. "In the last week or so something has happened and we will have more restrictions and more tests to try to be as efficient as we were before and we will see, but I think it can work and we can carry on."

Arteta says 'priority' in transfer window is to trim bloated Arsenal squad

The NBA is expected to require its players to wear tracking devices on team buses and airplanes in its ongoing fight to control the spread of the coronavirus, US media reported on Thursday.

The sensor program will go into effect on January 7 and will involve players and team officials, including coaches, American sports broadcaster ESPN said.&nbsp;

The idea is to identify which club members would need to be quarantined if someone on the team tests positive for Covid-19. The sensor lets the wearer know when they come within six feet of someone who is also wearing a sensor.

The players would not have to wear them in the team hotel when they are on the road, or during games.

The United States has been hit harder than any other country during the global pandemic with close to 20 million cases and 344,000 deaths,

The NBA is expected to require its players to wear tracking devices on team buses and airplanes in its ongoing fight to control the spread of the coronavirus, US media reported on Thursday.

The NBA is expected to require its players to wear tracking devices on team buses and airplanes in its ongoing fight to control the spread of the coronavirus, US media reported on Thursday. The sensor program will go into effect on January 7 and will involve players and team officials, including coaches, American sports broadcaster ESPN said. The idea is to identify which club members would need to be quarantined if someone on the team tests positive for Covid-19. The sensor lets the wearer know when they come within six feet of someone who is also wearing a sensor. The players would not have to wear them in the team hotel when they are on the road, or during games. The United States has been hit harder than any other country during the global pandemic with close to 20 million cases and 344,000 deaths,

NBA to require players to wear Covid tracking devices: US media

Neymar laughed off controversy Thursday over reports he was throwing a mega New Year's party for 500 guests, posting a video online of preparations for what he called a "low-key dinner" with family and friends.

The superstar footballer has faced a flood of criticism in his native Brazil and beyond over reports that despite the coronavirus pandemic he was ringing in 2021 with a week-long bash for hundreds of people at his mansion outside Rio de Janeiro.

However, he took to Instagram several hours before midnight to show his New Year's Eve plans, which he described as small-scale.

The 28-year-old Paris Saint-Germain striker posted a video of a dinner table that appeared to be for about 40 guests, decked out with white flowers and an empty chair between each place setting.

"Marvelous decoration for this beautiful, low-key little dinner at home, with social distancing," he said.

"And it's not for 500 people, ok?" he added with a laugh.

"Social distancing. Everyone tested," he wrote in a caption.

Earlier, he posted videos of himself and his nine-year-old son getting what he called his "50th test" for the new coronavirus.

Neymar, who hasn't played since injuring his ankle against Lyon on December 13, had previously avoided commenting on reports about his supposed party in the seaside town of Mangaratiba.

Rio de Janeiro state prosecutors have opened an investigation into the reports.

They said Neymar denied on Thursday hosting any party in Mangaratiba, according to news site G1.

The footballer has reportedly traveled to Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil to ring in the New Year there.

His press office did not immediately respond to questions from AFP on his plans.

Brazil has the second-highest death toll in the pandemic, after the United States, with nearly 195,000 people killed by Covid-19.

Neymar laughed off controversy Thursday over reports he was throwing a mega New Year's party for 500 guests, posting a video online of preparations for what he called a "low-key dinner" with family and friends.

Neymar laughed off controversy Thursday over reports he was throwing a mega New Year's party for 500 guests, posting a video online of preparations for what he called a "low-key dinner" with family and friends. The superstar footballer has faced a flood of criticism in his native Brazil and beyond over reports that despite the coronavirus pandemic he was ringing in 2021 with a week-long bash for hundreds of people at his mansion outside Rio de Janeiro. However, he took to Instagram several hours before midnight to show his New Year's Eve plans, which he described as small-scale. The 28-year-old Paris Saint-Germain striker posted a video of a dinner table that appeared to be for about 40 guests, decked out with white flowers and an empty chair between each place setting. "Marvelous decoration for this beautiful, low-key little dinner at home, with social distancing," he said. "And it's not for 500 people, ok?" he added with a laugh. "Social distancing. Everyone tested," he wrote in a caption. Earlier, he posted videos of himself and his nine-year-old son getting what he called his "50th test" for the new coronavirus. Neymar, who hasn't played since injuring his ankle against Lyon on December 13, had previously avoided commenting on reports about his supposed party in the seaside town of Mangaratiba. Rio de Janeiro state prosecutors have opened an investigation into the reports. They said Neymar denied on Thursday hosting any party in Mangaratiba, according to news site G1. The footballer has reportedly traveled to Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil to ring in the New Year there. His press office did not immediately respond to questions from AFP on his plans. Brazil has the second-highest death toll in the pandemic, after the United States, with nearly 195,000 people killed by Covid-19.

Neymar laughs off reports of New Year's party for 500

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