<p>Defending champions Mumbai Indians ended the group stage action in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL)</a>&nbsp;2020 with a top-spot finish with 18 points to their name as they became the first team to qualify to the playoffs of IPL 2020 playoffs.</p>

<p>With Mumbai Indians finishing first and Delhi Capitals finishing second, two teams will lock horns in the Qualifier 1 of IPL 2020 on Thursday. Ahead of their first qualifier, Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond said no side wants to face MI in knockout games due to the match-winning players they have at their helm.</p>

<p>The likes of Quinton de Kock, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav are in sensational form with the bat and have notched up over 400 runs in the ongoing IPL 2020. Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah have led the Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack impressively and are in race for the Purple Cap.</p>

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<p>“Our bowling line up is also as good as anyone in the tournament and I think we are the team that no one really wants to play because they know we play well and we can do some damage. We have won tight games and that makes a huge difference," Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond said in a virtual press conference.</p>

<p>After resting some key players in their last league game against SRH, MI suffered a crushing 10-wicket defeat. However, Bond is not worried about the outcome of the match against SRH, which was a dead rubber for the Mumbai outfit.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/unfit-for-australia-fit-for-ipl-rohit-injury-intrigues-many-340418" hreflang="en">Unfit for Australia, fit for IPL: Rohit injury intrigues many</a></strong></p>

<p>“Obviously, we did not play well against SRH but it was one of those days where we knew we have qualified so the game did not have any impact on our tournament. I think everybody is excited about what awaits us against the Delhi Capitals and we are looking forward to it," he added.</p>

<p>“I think both of our boys enjoyed the rest and we now have our bowling squad and everybody has played a game so it puts us in a really good position," Bond said.<br />
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Defending champions Mumbai Indians ended the group stage action in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 with a top-spot finish with 18 points to their name as they became the first team to qualify to the playoffs of IPL 2020 playoffs.

Defending champions Mumbai Indians ended the group stage action in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 with a top-spot finish with 18 points to their name as they became the first team to qualify to the playoffs of IPL 2020 playoffs. With Mumbai Indians finishing first and Delhi Capitals finishing second, two teams will lock horns in the Qualifier 1 of IPL 2020 on Thursday. Ahead of their first qualifier, Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond said no side wants to face MI in knockout games due to the match-winning players they have at their helm. The likes of Quinton de Kock, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav are in sensational form with the bat and have notched up over 400 runs in the ongoing IPL 2020. Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah have led the Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack impressively and are in race for the Purple Cap. ALSO READ: IPL 2020 Playoffs: Qualifier 1, Eliminator - Schedule, dates, venues and more “Our bowling line up is also as good as anyone in the tournament and I think we are the team that no one really wants to play because they know we play well and we can do some damage. We have won tight games and that makes a huge difference," Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond said in a virtual press conference. After resting some key players in their last league game against SRH, MI suffered a crushing 10-wicket defeat. However, Bond is not worried about the outcome of the match against SRH, which was a dead rubber for the Mumbai outfit. ALSO READ: Unfit for Australia, fit for IPL: Rohit injury intrigues many “Obviously, we did not play well against SRH but it was one of those days where we knew we have qualified so the game did not have any impact on our tournament. I think everybody is excited about what awaits us against the Delhi Capitals and we are looking forward to it," he added. “I think both of our boys enjoyed the rest and we now have our bowling squad and everybody has played a game so it puts us in a really good position," Bond said.

IPL 2020: No one wants to face Mumbai Indians, says Shane Bond ahead of MI vs DC Qualifier 1

<p>Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has commenced his recovery process after ‘successful’ surgery to treat a subdural hematoma, a blood clot on the brain. Maradona, who was admitted to hospital a day earlier, was operated to address the clot, which is often caused by a head injury can put pressure on the brain.</p>

<p>“The operation proceeded normally and without complications and was successful,” a source close to the World Cup-winner told Reuters, adding that the diagnosis was a chronic subdural hematoma. The person did not give details on the potential recovery period.</p>

<p>However, the operation was risky due to Maradona’s delicate general health and lasted about two hours. It was carried out by a team led by Leopoldo Luque, Maradona’s neurosurgeon and personal physician.</p>

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<p>Earlier, Luque had said that the procedure was a “routine surgery” and Maradona had been “lucid” and agreed with the procedure after understanding the plan.</p>

<p>Maradona was admitted to the Ipensa clinic in La Plata, Argentina, on Monday for anaemia and dehydration before being shifted to Olivos Clinic in Buenos Aires.</p>

<p>Fans gathered around Olivos Clinic and celebrated when reports of the successful operation started to emerge as they chanted: “Diego, Diego!”</p>

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<p>Maradona is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and won the World Cup with Argentina in 1986. He is currently the coach of local club Gimnasia y Esgrima. Maradona’s last public appearance as on his 60th birthday, last Friday, ahead of his side’s league game against Patronato.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“What we want the most is for Diego to get out of all this. He can be, he is the greatest, the greatest in the world,” said Diego Bermudez, 41, a Maradona fan waiting outside the hospital.</p>

<p>Another fan, Oscar Medina, said: “Diego is fighting inside with medics. Hopefully, God blesses the medics, to move on from this. His people are out here on the street, hearts beating.”</p>


Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has commenced his recovery process after ‘successful’ surgery to treat a subdural hematoma, a blood clot on the brain. Maradona, who was admitted to hospital a day earlier, was operated to address the clot, which is often caused by a head injury can put pressure on the brain.

Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has commenced his recovery process after ‘successful’ surgery to treat a subdural hematoma, a blood clot on the brain. Maradona, who was admitted to hospital a day earlier, was operated to address the clot, which is often caused by a head injury can put pressure on the brain. “The operation proceeded normally and without complications and was successful,” a source close to the World Cup-winner told Reuters, adding that the diagnosis was a chronic subdural hematoma. The person did not give details on the potential recovery period. However, the operation was risky due to Maradona’s delicate general health and lasted about two hours. It was carried out by a team led by Leopoldo Luque, Maradona’s neurosurgeon and personal physician. ALSO READ: Real Madrid rekindle last-16 hopes with 3-2 win over Inter Earlier, Luque had said that the procedure was a “routine surgery” and Maradona had been “lucid” and agreed with the procedure after understanding the plan. Maradona was admitted to the Ipensa clinic in La Plata, Argentina, on Monday for anaemia and dehydration before being shifted to Olivos Clinic in Buenos Aires. Fans gathered around Olivos Clinic and celebrated when reports of the successful operation started to emerge as they chanted: “Diego, Diego!” ALSO READ: City in charge of Group C after 3-0 win over Olympiakos Maradona is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and won the World Cup with Argentina in 1986. He is currently the coach of local club Gimnasia y Esgrima. Maradona’s last public appearance as on his 60th birthday, last Friday, ahead of his side’s league game against Patronato. “What we want the most is for Diego to get out of all this. He can be, he is the greatest, the greatest in the world,” said Diego Bermudez, 41, a Maradona fan waiting outside the hospital. Another fan, Oscar Medina, said: “Diego is fighting inside with medics. Hopefully, God blesses the medics, to move on from this. His people are out here on the street, hearts beating.”

Diego Maradona in recovery after 'successful' brain surgery

<p>With counting continuing in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/us-election"><strong>US elections 2020</strong></a> today, the face-off between current President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has turned into a humdinger. With both Trump and Biden being bullish and confident about their chances of winning the US elections 2020, everyone is keeping a close eye on the counting process and numbers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the US elections 2020 has turned into a close call between Trump and Biden, social media users found a light-hearted moment on Wednesday as an old tweet of England pacer Jofra Archer surfaced on the micro-blogging platform.</p>

<p>Archer, who is known for his fierce spells with the ball on the cricket field, has become a household name on social media platform Twitter for his prophetic tweets and his old tweets always resurface on social media whenever something major happens in the world of sports.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>But drifting away from the sporting world, one such tweet of Archer from October 4, 2014, went viral on Wednesday as the process of counting votes of US elections 2020 continued in The United States of America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Archer in the mentioned tweet had just written: “Joe!” as fans linked it with the ongoing US elections 2020 counting process. &nbsp;Notably, Biden is leading the exit polls with over 200 electoral votes while believing he is “on track” to win the US elections 2020.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-us-election-set-for-tight-finish-heres-a-comparison-of-what-happened-in-2016-in-key-states-340442" hreflang="en">US election 2020: A comparison of 2016 vs 2020 in key states</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="und">Joe!</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Ok now this is getting interesting</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="da">Jofra God</p>
— Gautam💜 #KKR (@sanskari_bkchod) <a href="https://twitter.com/sanskari_bkchod/status/1323911619361976322?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 4, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="und"><a href="https://twitter.com/JoeBiden?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JoeBiden</a> ✔️</p>
— Hareesh tarakian (@Hareesh_NTR_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Hareesh_NTR_/status/1323924582475079680?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 4, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">It’s over I guess for Trump 😐 <a href="https://t.co/S6xWa2CvxZ">https://t.co/S6xWa2CvxZ</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Jofra predicted this in 2014??? <a href="https://t.co/QDcT1SCHVf">https://t.co/QDcT1SCHVf</a></p>
— Hasnain S.M. (@hasnain_civil) <a href="https://twitter.com/hasnain_civil/status/1323942430345895936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 4, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The soothsayer has announced. Stop the counting. Declare Joe Biden the winner. <a href="https://t.co/kD2ri8KZhi">https://t.co/kD2ri8KZhi</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Goodbye Trump <a href="https://t.co/DTlVYXu2ET">https://t.co/DTlVYXu2ET</a></p>
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<p>"I believe we are on track to win the elections," he said, adding, "I'm optimistic about this outcome."</p>

<p>"We are feeling good about where we are," the Democratic presidential hopeful said.</p>

<p>"We knew because of unprecedented early mail-in votes, we will know till every vote, every ballot is counted."</p>

<p>"We are feeling confident about Arizona, Minnesota and we are still in the game in Georgia, although we didn't expect it," Biden stated, adding, "we are feeling confident about Wisconsin."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are going to win in Pennsylvania."</p>

<p>"We will know the results by tomorrow morning," he said.</p>

<p>According to reports, Joe Biden is leading with 238 to Trump's 213 votes.</p>

<p><em>Note: The context of Jofra Archer's mentioned tweet is unclear.</em></p>


With counting continuing in the US elections 2020 today, the face-off between current President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has turned into a humdinger.

With counting continuing in the US elections 2020 today, the face-off between current President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has turned into a humdinger. With both Trump and Biden being bullish and confident about their chances of winning the US elections 2020, everyone is keeping a close eye on the counting process and numbers. While the US elections 2020 has turned into a close call between Trump and Biden, social media users found a light-hearted moment on Wednesday as an old tweet of England pacer Jofra Archer surfaced on the micro-blogging platform. Archer, who is known for his fierce spells with the ball on the cricket field, has become a household name on social media platform Twitter for his prophetic tweets and his old tweets always resurface on social media whenever something major happens in the world of sports. ALSO READ: LIVE: US election day ends; but vote count continues But drifting away from the sporting world, one such tweet of Archer from October 4, 2014, went viral on Wednesday as the process of counting votes of US elections 2020 continued in The United States of America. Archer in the mentioned tweet had just written: “Joe!” as fans linked it with the ongoing US elections 2020 counting process. Notably, Biden is leading the exit polls with over 200 electoral votes while believing he is “on track” to win the US elections 2020. ALSO READ: US election 2020: A comparison of 2016 vs 2020 in key states Joe! — Jofra Archer (@JofraArcher) October 4, 2014 × Here's how Twitterati reacted: Ok now this is getting interesting — Vishisht Mishra (@DarkLord124k) November 4, 2020 × Jofra God — Gautam💜 #KKR (@sanskari_bkchod) November 4, 2020 × @JoeBiden ✔️ — Hareesh tarakian (@Hareesh_NTR_) November 4, 2020 × It’s over I guess for Trump 😐 https://t.co/S6xWa2CvxZ — Sricharan NCh (@sricharannch) November 4, 2020 × Jofra predicted this in 2014??? https://t.co/QDcT1SCHVf — Hasnain S.M. (@hasnain_civil) November 4, 2020 × The soothsayer has announced. Stop the counting. Declare Joe Biden the winner. https://t.co/kD2ri8KZhi — SS (@shubh_ind) November 4, 2020 × Goodbye Trump https://t.co/DTlVYXu2ET — . (@karthik_jammy) November 4, 2020 × Jofradamus predicted this back in 2014...hope this ones right! https://t.co/62lsJxPMHt — AmerCric (@Amermalik12) November 4, 2020 × "I believe we are on track to win the elections," he said, adding, "I'm optimistic about this outcome." "We are feeling good about where we are," the Democratic presidential hopeful said. "We knew because of unprecedented early mail-in votes, we will know till every vote, every ballot is counted." "We are feeling confident about Arizona, Minnesota and we are still in the game in Georgia, although we didn't expect it," Biden stated, adding, "we are feeling confident about Wisconsin." "We are going to win in Pennsylvania." "We will know the results by tomorrow morning," he said. According to reports, Joe Biden is leading with 238 to Trump's 213 votes. Note: The context of Jofra Archer's mentioned tweet is unclear.

Did Jofra Archer predict a win for Joe Biden over Donald Trump? Old tweet goes viral

<p>Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has achieved a career-best 16th position in the&nbsp;ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings&nbsp;after a notable performance in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League series against Zimbabwe that they won 2-1.</p>

<p>Shaheen, who shot into international prominence in the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2018 in New Zealand, has gained eight places to move into the top 20 for the first time in his career with a match-winning haul of 5/49 in the opening ODI of the series.</p>

<p>Wahab Riaz, also a left-arm fast bowler like Shaheen, is another one to gain in the latest rankings update. He has moved up six places to 60th position, grabbing five wickets in two matches, including a haul of 4/41 in the second match of the series.</p>

<p>In the batting rankings, all-rounder Imad Wasim has gained three spots to reach 49th position even as captain Babar Azam has bridged the gap a little with the Indian pair of captain Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Babar’s 221 runs, which include a knock of 125 in the third match, see him gain eight points though he remains in the third position.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/embarrassing-shoaib-akhtar-hits-out-at-pakistan-after-super-over-defeat-against-zimbabwe-340463" hreflang="en">'Embarrassing...' - Shoaib Akhtar hits out at Pakistan after Super Over defeat against Zimbabwe</a></strong></p>

<p>For Zimbabwe, Brendan Taylor and Sean Williams have advanced among batters after slamming fine centuries in the series. Taylor has progressed nine slots to 42nd position after scoring 204 runs including a knock of 112 in the first match. Williams has advanced 12 places to 46th position with 197 runs including an unbeaten 118 in the final match. Among bowlers, Sikandar Raza has moved up to 66th place and Donald Tiripano to 90th.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Zimbabwe’s Super Over win in the final ODI has helped them gain 10 points while Pakistan got 20 points, remaining ahead of Australia on net run rate. England lead with 30 points after playing two series of the Super League, introduced to bring context to ODI cricket and to decide the seven direct qualifiers for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 along with hosts India.</p>


Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has achieved a career-best 16th position in the ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings after a notable performance in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League series against Zimbabwe that they won 2-1.

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has achieved a career-best 16th position in the ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings after a notable performance in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League series against Zimbabwe that they won 2-1. Shaheen, who shot into international prominence in the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2018 in New Zealand, has gained eight places to move into the top 20 for the first time in his career with a match-winning haul of 5/49 in the opening ODI of the series. Wahab Riaz, also a left-arm fast bowler like Shaheen, is another one to gain in the latest rankings update. He has moved up six places to 60th position, grabbing five wickets in two matches, including a haul of 4/41 in the second match of the series. In the batting rankings, all-rounder Imad Wasim has gained three spots to reach 49th position even as captain Babar Azam has bridged the gap a little with the Indian pair of captain Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Babar’s 221 runs, which include a knock of 125 in the third match, see him gain eight points though he remains in the third position. ALSO READ: 'Embarrassing...' - Shoaib Akhtar hits out at Pakistan after Super Over defeat against Zimbabwe For Zimbabwe, Brendan Taylor and Sean Williams have advanced among batters after slamming fine centuries in the series. Taylor has progressed nine slots to 42nd position after scoring 204 runs including a knock of 112 in the first match. Williams has advanced 12 places to 46th position with 197 runs including an unbeaten 118 in the final match. Among bowlers, Sikandar Raza has moved up to 66th place and Donald Tiripano to 90th. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe’s Super Over win in the final ODI has helped them gain 10 points while Pakistan got 20 points, remaining ahead of Australia on net run rate. England lead with 30 points after playing two series of the Super League, introduced to bring context to ODI cricket and to decide the seven direct qualifiers for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 along with hosts India.

ICC Rankings: Babar Azam moves closer to Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma; Shaheen Afridi attains career-best in ODIs

<p>With the Women’s T20 Challenge kick-starting on Wednesday, Supernovas and Velocity will lock horns at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Supernovas, the winners of last two editions of the tournament, have some big names in their squad with the likes of Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Chamari Athapaththu, Poonam Yadav among others expected to light up the four-match tournament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Whereas Velocity have exciting names in Shafali Varma, Mithali Raj, Danielle Wyatt, Veda Krishnamurthy, Sune Luus, Jahanara Alam among others and are touted as one of the teams to watch out for in the tournament.</p>

<p>Supernovas are being looked as big favourites to win the competition given their splendid record in the past. However, things can quickly change as both the teams have some world-class names and exciting youth talent in their ranks. The likes of Ayushi Soni have already received big praise from Harmanpreet in the build-up to the tournament opener and all eyes will be on the youngster if she takes to the field on Wednesday.</p>

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<p>With a great blend of domestic talents and experienced overseas players, the Women’s T20 Challenge comes as a breather in the world of women’s cricket. Even though the Women’s Big Bash League is up and running in Australia, the Women’s T20 Challenge will allow the Indian talents to make a name for themselves again.</p>

<h2>Supernovas vs Velocity, Women's T20 Challenge: Squads</h2>

<p><strong>Supernovas Squad: </strong>Priya Punia, Chamari Athapaththu, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Shashikala Siriwardene, Taniya Bhatia(w), Anuja Patil, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Poonam Yadav, Shakera Selman, Pooja Vastrakar, Ayabonga Khaka, Muskan Malik, Ayushi soni</p>

<p><strong>Velocity Squad:</strong> Shafali Verma, Danielle Wyatt, Mithali Raj(c), Veda Krishnamurthy, Sushma Verma(w), Sune Luus, Shikha Pandey, Leigh Kasperek, Jahanara Alam, Manali Dakshini, Ekta Bisht, Devika Vaidya, Sushree Dibyadarshini, Meghna Singh, Anagha Murali</p>


With the Women’s T20 Challenge kick-starting on Wednesday, Supernovas and Velocity will lock horns at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Supernovas, the winners of last two editions of the tournament, have some big names in their squad with the likes of Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Chamari Athapaththu, Poonam Yadav among others expected to light up the four-match tournament.

With the Women’s T20 Challenge kick-starting on Wednesday, Supernovas and Velocity will lock horns at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Supernovas, the winners of last two editions of the tournament, have some big names in their squad with the likes of Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Chamari Athapaththu, Poonam Yadav among others expected to light up the four-match tournament. Whereas Velocity have exciting names in Shafali Varma, Mithali Raj, Danielle Wyatt, Veda Krishnamurthy, Sune Luus, Jahanara Alam among others and are touted as one of the teams to watch out for in the tournament. Supernovas are being looked as big favourites to win the competition given their splendid record in the past. However, things can quickly change as both the teams have some world-class names and exciting youth talent in their ranks. The likes of Ayushi Soni have already received big praise from Harmanpreet in the build-up to the tournament opener and all eyes will be on the youngster if she takes to the field on Wednesday. ALSO READ: IPL 2020 Playoffs: Qualifier 1, Eliminator - Schedule, dates, venues and more With a great blend of domestic talents and experienced overseas players, the Women’s T20 Challenge comes as a breather in the world of women’s cricket. Even though the Women’s Big Bash League is up and running in Australia, the Women’s T20 Challenge will allow the Indian talents to make a name for themselves again. Supernovas vs Velocity, Women's T20 Challenge: Squads Supernovas Squad: Priya Punia, Chamari Athapaththu, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Shashikala Siriwardene, Taniya Bhatia(w), Anuja Patil, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Poonam Yadav, Shakera Selman, Pooja Vastrakar, Ayabonga Khaka, Muskan Malik, Ayushi soni Velocity Squad: Shafali Verma, Danielle Wyatt, Mithali Raj(c), Veda Krishnamurthy, Sushma Verma(w), Sune Luus, Shikha Pandey, Leigh Kasperek, Jahanara Alam, Manali Dakshini, Ekta Bisht, Devika Vaidya, Sushree Dibyadarshini, Meghna Singh, Anagha Murali

WT20 Challenge, Supernovas vs Velocity Preview: Feisty contest expected in Sharjah

<p>Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has lashed out at Pakistan cricket team after their shock defeat to Zimbabwe in Super Over in Rawalpindi as the three-match ODI series ended 2-1 in favour of the hosts. Terming the defeat as “embarrassing”, Akhtar said that Pakistan cricket will have to be progressive if they want to avoid becoming history while adding the Babar Azam-led outfit was not “expressive”.</p>

<p>After a tied-game, Blessing Muzarabani conceded just two runs off his four deliveries as he scalped two wickets to end Pakistan’s innings in the Super Over. Zimbabwe took just three deliveries to complete the task and end the ODI series on a winning note.</p>

<p>"Embarrassing. Losing to Zimbabwe is an issue. You lose some, you win some however you have to be progressive. We weren’t expressive. Change your mentality before you become history," Akhtar tweeted.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2020-playoffs-qualifier-1-eliminator-schedule-dates-venues-and-more-340451" hreflang="en">IPL 2020 Playoffs: Qualifier 1, Eliminator - Schedule, dates, venues and more</a></strong></p>

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<p>Zimbabwe, riding on a scintillating ton from Sean Williams, posted 278-6 in 50 overs with the likes of Brendan Taylor among other batters contributing well with the willow. For Pakistan, Mohammad Hasnain picked up five wickets in what was an impressive outing for the youngster.</p>

<p>Chasing 279, Pakistan were 88-5 before Babar Azam stitched crucial partnership with Khushdil Shah before adding another 100-run stand with Wahab Riaz.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/unfit-for-australia-fit-for-ipl-rohit-injury-intrigues-many-340418" hreflang="en">Unfit for Australia, fit for IPL: Rohit injury intrigues many</a></strong></p>

<p>However, with two boundaries in the 50th over, Mohammad Musa finished up tying the match and took it to a Super Over.</p>

<p><strong>Scores in brief:</strong></p>

<p>Zimbabwe 278 for six in 50 overs (Sean Williams 118 not out, Brendan Taylor 56, Sikandar Raza 45; Mohammad Hasnain 5-26)</p>

<p>Pakistan 278 for 9 in 50 overs (Babar Azam 125, Wahab Riaz 52, Khushdil Shah 33; Blessing Muzarabani 5-49, Richard Ngarava 2-62)</p>

<p>Result: Match tied, Zimbabwe win in Super Over</p>

<p>Man-of-the-match Blessing Muzarabani</p>

<p>Man-of-the-series Babar Azam<br />
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Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has lashed out at Pakistan cricket team after their shock defeat to Zimbabwe in Super Over in Rawalpindi as the three-match ODI series ended 2-1 in favour of the hosts.

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has lashed out at Pakistan cricket team after their shock defeat to Zimbabwe in Super Over in Rawalpindi as the three-match ODI series ended 2-1 in favour of the hosts. Terming the defeat as “embarrassing”, Akhtar said that Pakistan cricket will have to be progressive if they want to avoid becoming history while adding the Babar Azam-led outfit was not “expressive”. After a tied-game, Blessing Muzarabani conceded just two runs off his four deliveries as he scalped two wickets to end Pakistan’s innings in the Super Over. Zimbabwe took just three deliveries to complete the task and end the ODI series on a winning note. "Embarrassing. Losing to Zimbabwe is an issue. You lose some, you win some however you have to be progressive. We weren’t expressive. Change your mentality before you become history," Akhtar tweeted. ALSO READ: IPL 2020 Playoffs: Qualifier 1, Eliminator - Schedule, dates, venues and more Embarrassing. Losing to Zimbabwe is an issue. You lose some, you win some however you have to be progressive. We weren’t expressive. Change your mentality before you become history .. — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) November 3, 2020 × Zimbabwe, riding on a scintillating ton from Sean Williams, posted 278-6 in 50 overs with the likes of Brendan Taylor among other batters contributing well with the willow. For Pakistan, Mohammad Hasnain picked up five wickets in what was an impressive outing for the youngster. Chasing 279, Pakistan were 88-5 before Babar Azam stitched crucial partnership with Khushdil Shah before adding another 100-run stand with Wahab Riaz. ALSO READ: Unfit for Australia, fit for IPL: Rohit injury intrigues many However, with two boundaries in the 50th over, Mohammad Musa finished up tying the match and took it to a Super Over. Scores in brief: Zimbabwe 278 for six in 50 overs (Sean Williams 118 not out, Brendan Taylor 56, Sikandar Raza 45; Mohammad Hasnain 5-26) Pakistan 278 for 9 in 50 overs (Babar Azam 125, Wahab Riaz 52, Khushdil Shah 33; Blessing Muzarabani 5-49, Richard Ngarava 2-62) Result: Match tied, Zimbabwe win in Super Over Man-of-the-match Blessing Muzarabani Man-of-the-series Babar Azam

'Embarrassing...' - Shoaib Akhtar hits out at Pakistan after Super Over defeat against Zimbabwe

<p>Barcelona made it four La Liga games without a win on Saturday after failing to beat 10-man Alaves, a 1-1 draw leaving Ronald Koeman's side sitting 12th in the table.</p>

<p>Luis Rioja put Alaves in front at Mendizorrotza after an error from Barca's back-up goalkeeper Neto, with Antoine Griezmann equalising in the second half, a minute after Jota Peleteiro had been sent off.</p>

<p>But with almost half an hour left and an extra man, Barcelona were still unable to find a winner, instead settling for a draw to go with recent defeats by Getafe and Real Madrid, and another draw against Sevilla.</p>

<p>It means Madrid, who had earlier won 4-1 at home to Huesca, now sit eight points clear of their Catalan rivals, having played a game more, while Atletico are six ahead after they beat Osasuna 3-1. Atletico will go top if they win their game in hand.</p>

<p>Even at this early stage in the title race, the gap is significant and Koeman will know the scrutiny on his position as coach will increase, particularly after the resignation of Josep Maria Bartomeu as president on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bartomeu appointed Koeman coach in August and eight points from the first six league games is not the sort of form that will impress the next president and board, who should be voted in before the end of January.</p>

<p>"I'm very disappointed," said Koeman. "Once again we haven't played well enough to get a result. The first goal was a gift and then we created a lot of chances but didn't take them."</p>

<p>Koeman's decision to substitute Ansu Fati with 12 minutes left was particularly surprising given Fati had been arguably Barcelona's most dangerous player, perhaps even more threatening than Lionel Messi, who endured a frustrating night.</p>

<p>Messi has still not scored in open play this season and while he was at the heart of almost every Barca attack, his touch and finishing was again not as crisp as usual. He was booked in the first half for dissent.</p>

<p>Fati and Griezmann both missed early chances while a Messi free-kick would have gone in had Florian Lejeune not been perfectly placed on the line.</p>

<p>Frenkie de Jong was unlucky not to have had a penalty when nudged out of a free header by Ximo Navarro before a Barca mistake gifted Alaves the opening goal.</p>

<p>Gerard Pique underestimated how close Neto was to him and the defender's firmly hit backpass caught the goalkeeper by surprise. Neto failed to adjust his feet and Rioja capitalised, robbing him of the ball and tapping into an open net.</p>

<p>Koeman made three changes at half-time, with Pedri, Francisco Trincao and Miralem Pjanic all coming on.</p>

<p>But Barca found it difficult to break down the Alaves defence until Peleteiro gave them an opening. He booted Pique in the face to earn a second yellow card in the 62nd minute and in the 63rd, Griezmann equalised, an exquisite, lifted finish pulling Barcelona level.</p>

<p>It was almost 2-1 a minute later but Messi's finish was well saved while Griezmann had a second ruled out for offside. Fati fired at goal before going off and Pique's finish was cleared off the line. Alaves held on.</p>

<h2>- Hazard ends goal drought -</h2>

<p>Eden Hazard earlier scored his first goal for Real Madrid in over a year and his team appear to have turned a corner after their comfortable win over Huesca.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hazard has had a terrible time with injuries since joining Madrid for 100 million euros from Chelsea in 2019 but the Belgian will hope his stunning strike from distance at the Alfredo di Stefano can kick-start his career in Spain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We know the quality that Eden has," Zidane said. "He scored a good goal and we needed it in the first half, because after his first goal the game was different." &nbsp;</p>

<p>Karim Benzema and Fede Valverde made the win secure before Huesca scored through David Ferreiro, only for Benzema to add his second and Madrid's fourth in injury-time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It caps an encouraging week for &nbsp;Zidane's side, which began with the Clasico win at Camp Nou and finishes with them top of the table, two points ahead of Real Sociedad.</p>


Barcelona made it four La Liga games without a win on Saturday after failing to beat 10-man Alaves, a 1-1 draw leaving Ronald Koeman's side sitting 12th in the table.

Barcelona made it four La Liga games without a win on Saturday after failing to beat 10-man Alaves, a 1-1 draw leaving Ronald Koeman's side sitting 12th in the table. Luis Rioja put Alaves in front at Mendizorrotza after an error from Barca's back-up goalkeeper Neto, with Antoine Griezmann equalising in the second half, a minute after Jota Peleteiro had been sent off. But with almost half an hour left and an extra man, Barcelona were still unable to find a winner, instead settling for a draw to go with recent defeats by Getafe and Real Madrid, and another draw against Sevilla. It means Madrid, who had earlier won 4-1 at home to Huesca, now sit eight points clear of their Catalan rivals, having played a game more, while Atletico are six ahead after they beat Osasuna 3-1. Atletico will go top if they win their game in hand. Even at this early stage in the title race, the gap is significant and Koeman will know the scrutiny on his position as coach will increase, particularly after the resignation of Josep Maria Bartomeu as president on Tuesday. Bartomeu appointed Koeman coach in August and eight points from the first six league games is not the sort of form that will impress the next president and board, who should be voted in before the end of January. "I'm very disappointed," said Koeman. "Once again we haven't played well enough to get a result. The first goal was a gift and then we created a lot of chances but didn't take them." Koeman's decision to substitute Ansu Fati with 12 minutes left was particularly surprising given Fati had been arguably Barcelona's most dangerous player, perhaps even more threatening than Lionel Messi, who endured a frustrating night. Messi has still not scored in open play this season and while he was at the heart of almost every Barca attack, his touch and finishing was again not as crisp as usual. He was booked in the first half for dissent. Fati and Griezmann both missed early chances while a Messi free-kick would have gone in had Florian Lejeune not been perfectly placed on the line. Frenkie de Jong was unlucky not to have had a penalty when nudged out of a free header by Ximo Navarro before a Barca mistake gifted Alaves the opening goal. Gerard Pique underestimated how close Neto was to him and the defender's firmly hit backpass caught the goalkeeper by surprise. Neto failed to adjust his feet and Rioja capitalised, robbing him of the ball and tapping into an open net. Koeman made three changes at half-time, with Pedri, Francisco Trincao and Miralem Pjanic all coming on. But Barca found it difficult to break down the Alaves defence until Peleteiro gave them an opening. He booted Pique in the face to earn a second yellow card in the 62nd minute and in the 63rd, Griezmann equalised, an exquisite, lifted finish pulling Barcelona level. It was almost 2-1 a minute later but Messi's finish was well saved while Griezmann had a second ruled out for offside. Fati fired at goal before going off and Pique's finish was cleared off the line. Alaves held on. - Hazard ends goal drought - Eden Hazard earlier scored his first goal for Real Madrid in over a year and his team appear to have turned a corner after their comfortable win over Huesca. Hazard has had a terrible time with injuries since joining Madrid for 100 million euros from Chelsea in 2019 but the Belgian will hope his stunning strike from distance at the Alfredo di Stefano can kick-start his career in Spain. "We know the quality that Eden has," Zidane said. "He scored a good goal and we needed it in the first half, because after his first goal the game was different." Karim Benzema and Fede Valverde made the win secure before Huesca scored through David Ferreiro, only for Benzema to add his second and Madrid's fourth in injury-time. It caps an encouraging week for Zidane's side, which began with the Clasico win at Camp Nou and finishes with them top of the table, two points ahead of Real Sociedad.

Barcelona held by 10-man Alaves to extend winless streak in La Liga

<p>Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot as Paris Saint-Germain eased to their seventh straight Ligue 1 win on Saturday, beating Nantes 3-0 away to move provisionally three points clear at the top of the table.</p>

<p>All the goals came in the second half at the Stade de la Beaujoire, with Ander Herrera opening the scoring two minutes after the restart and Mbappe converting a 65th-minute spot-kick before Pablo Sarabia secured the points late on.</p>

<p>PSG have now taken maximum points since starting the season with back-to-back defeats and the reigning champions are three clear of Lille and Rennes at the summit.</p>

<p>Lille, who are unbeaten, can rejoin the club from the capital at the top if they beat Lyon on Sunday. Rennes beat Brest 2-1 on Saturday.</p>

<p>"I am very happy. We made lots of changes because we felt it was necessary. We don't expect things to be perfect and spectacular all the time," said Paris coach Thomas Tuchel.</p>

<p>He made six changes to his line-up following the 2-0 midweek win at Istanbul Basaksehir in the Champions League, with Neymar one of those missing after suffering an adductor injury that is expected to keep him out until the upcoming international break.</p>

<p>However Nantes, whose game at Lens last weekend was called off following a coronavirus outbreak in their opponents' squad, were missing an entire back four here, including three to Covid-19.</p>

<p>Sarabia hit the post early on for the visitors in this game, played behind closed doors after France returned to a full national lockdown in an attempt to stem a surge in coronavirus cases.</p>

<p>Nigerian winger Moses Simon then missed an open goal for Nantes, somehow failing to turn in Randal Kolo Muani's assist.</p>

<h2>- 'No injury' for Kean, Mbappe -</h2>

<p>Kolo Muani then curled a shot agonisingly wide after a Herrera slip had let Nantes in, before PSG took off Moise Kean -- scorer of four goals in the previous two games -- at the break.</p>

<p>The league leaders got the breakthrough at the start of the second half when Mbappe picked out the former Manchester United midfielder Herrera to fire home.</p>

<p>Mbappe, who moved from the left wing to a more central role in the second half, then benefited from a very soft penalty award when he went down under pressure from Jean-Charles Castelletto.</p>

<p>The World Cup winner stroked home the penalty for his seventh league goal of the season, all of which have come in the last six matches.</p>

<p>He was then withdrawn and headed straight down the tunnel clutching his right hamstring, but Tuchel said it was nothing to worry about ahead of Wednesday's key Champions League clash with RB Leipzig in Germany.</p>

<p>"It is just fatigue. It's not an injury," said Tuchel. "The same for Kean. He had just taken a few knocks."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Just before Mbappe went off, Nantes won a penalty of their own when Colin Dagba fouled Marcus Coco in the box, but Abdoul Kader Bamba's effort from 12 yards was saved by Keylor Navas.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2>- Rennes back on track before Chelsea -</h2>

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<p>PSG have conceded just one goal in their seven-game winning run, while Sarabia chipped in after pouncing on Imran Louza's back-pass to make it 23 goals scored in that time.</p>

<p>Earlier Rennes got back on track by coming from behind to beat Brest as they prepare to go to Chelsea in the Champions League in midweek.</p>

<p>Defensive duo Damien Da Silva and Nayef Aguerd got the goals for Rennes after Franck Honorat had given the visitors the lead at Roazhon Park in a Brittany derby.</p>

<p>A third-place finish in the last, curtailed French season allowed Rennes to qualify for the Champions League for the first time, but they have taken just one point from their first two group games, a 1-1 draw with Russians Krasnodar being followed by a 1-0 loss away to Sevilla in midweek.</p>

<p>They face Chelsea in London on Wednesday, a game which will be missed by teenage France midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who is injured and also played no part against Brest.</p>


Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot as Paris Saint-Germain eased to their seventh straight Ligue 1 win on Saturday, beating Nantes 3-0 away to move provisionally three points clear at the top of the table.

Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot as Paris Saint-Germain eased to their seventh straight Ligue 1 win on Saturday, beating Nantes 3-0 away to move provisionally three points clear at the top of the table. All the goals came in the second half at the Stade de la Beaujoire, with Ander Herrera opening the scoring two minutes after the restart and Mbappe converting a 65th-minute spot-kick before Pablo Sarabia secured the points late on. PSG have now taken maximum points since starting the season with back-to-back defeats and the reigning champions are three clear of Lille and Rennes at the summit. Lille, who are unbeaten, can rejoin the club from the capital at the top if they beat Lyon on Sunday. Rennes beat Brest 2-1 on Saturday. "I am very happy. We made lots of changes because we felt it was necessary. We don't expect things to be perfect and spectacular all the time," said Paris coach Thomas Tuchel. He made six changes to his line-up following the 2-0 midweek win at Istanbul Basaksehir in the Champions League, with Neymar one of those missing after suffering an adductor injury that is expected to keep him out until the upcoming international break. However Nantes, whose game at Lens last weekend was called off following a coronavirus outbreak in their opponents' squad, were missing an entire back four here, including three to Covid-19. Sarabia hit the post early on for the visitors in this game, played behind closed doors after France returned to a full national lockdown in an attempt to stem a surge in coronavirus cases. Nigerian winger Moses Simon then missed an open goal for Nantes, somehow failing to turn in Randal Kolo Muani's assist. - 'No injury' for Kean, Mbappe - Kolo Muani then curled a shot agonisingly wide after a Herrera slip had let Nantes in, before PSG took off Moise Kean -- scorer of four goals in the previous two games -- at the break. The league leaders got the breakthrough at the start of the second half when Mbappe picked out the former Manchester United midfielder Herrera to fire home. Mbappe, who moved from the left wing to a more central role in the second half, then benefited from a very soft penalty award when he went down under pressure from Jean-Charles Castelletto. The World Cup winner stroked home the penalty for his seventh league goal of the season, all of which have come in the last six matches. He was then withdrawn and headed straight down the tunnel clutching his right hamstring, but Tuchel said it was nothing to worry about ahead of Wednesday's key Champions League clash with RB Leipzig in Germany. "It is just fatigue. It's not an injury," said Tuchel. "The same for Kean. He had just taken a few knocks." Just before Mbappe went off, Nantes won a penalty of their own when Colin Dagba fouled Marcus Coco in the box, but Abdoul Kader Bamba's effort from 12 yards was saved by Keylor Navas. - Rennes back on track before Chelsea - PSG have conceded just one goal in their seven-game winning run, while Sarabia chipped in after pouncing on Imran Louza's back-pass to make it 23 goals scored in that time. Earlier Rennes got back on track by coming from behind to beat Brest as they prepare to go to Chelsea in the Champions League in midweek. Defensive duo Damien Da Silva and Nayef Aguerd got the goals for Rennes after Franck Honorat had given the visitors the lead at Roazhon Park in a Brittany derby. A third-place finish in the last, curtailed French season allowed Rennes to qualify for the Champions League for the first time, but they have taken just one point from their first two group games, a 1-1 draw with Russians Krasnodar being followed by a 1-0 loss away to Sevilla in midweek. They face Chelsea in London on Wednesday, a game which will be missed by teenage France midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who is injured and also played no part against Brest.

Mbappe on target as PSG win without injured Neymar

<p>Will Pucovski and Marcus Harris smashed double centuries to fire a message to Australia coach Justin Langer in setting a new record Sunday for the biggest partnership in Sheffield Shield history.</p>

<p>The pair shared in a massive 486-run opening stand for Victoria against South Australia, surpassing the previous mark of 464 set by Steve and Mark Waugh for New South Wales in 1990.</p>

<p>Harris, who has not played a Test since being dropped following the 2019 Ashes against England, finally fell for 239, caught behind off the bowling of Wes Agar.</p>

<p>It left Pucovski in the middle and he remained unbeaten on 255 when captain Peter Handscomb declared at 564 for three.</p>

<p>Their exploits will cause incumbent Test openers Joe Burns and David Warner to sit up and take notice, with Langer's squad for an upcoming four-Test home series against India yet to be announced.</p>

<p>Pucovski, one of Australia's brightest prospects, has been on the cusp of Test selection for the past two summers, but has battled mental health problems.</p>

<p>He was in the national set-up for Tests last summer against Sri Lanka, but after being overlooked for the first and again missing out on selection for the second he was released to return home and deal with his issues.</p>

<p>The 22-year-old said last week he was ready to fight for a Test spot again.</p>

<p>"I just feel like I'm in a really good space now, which is awesome, just in everyday life and with my cricket," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don't have much control over whether they pick me or not, but I'm definitely very keen."</p>


Will Pucovski and Marcus Harris smashed double centuries to fire a message to Australia coach Justin Langer in setting a new record Sunday for the biggest partnership in Sheffield Shield history.

Will Pucovski and Marcus Harris smashed double centuries to fire a message to Australia coach Justin Langer in setting a new record Sunday for the biggest partnership in Sheffield Shield history. The pair shared in a massive 486-run opening stand for Victoria against South Australia, surpassing the previous mark of 464 set by Steve and Mark Waugh for New South Wales in 1990. Harris, who has not played a Test since being dropped following the 2019 Ashes against England, finally fell for 239, caught behind off the bowling of Wes Agar. It left Pucovski in the middle and he remained unbeaten on 255 when captain Peter Handscomb declared at 564 for three. Their exploits will cause incumbent Test openers Joe Burns and David Warner to sit up and take notice, with Langer's squad for an upcoming four-Test home series against India yet to be announced. Pucovski, one of Australia's brightest prospects, has been on the cusp of Test selection for the past two summers, but has battled mental health problems. He was in the national set-up for Tests last summer against Sri Lanka, but after being overlooked for the first and again missing out on selection for the second he was released to return home and deal with his issues. The 22-year-old said last week he was ready to fight for a Test spot again. "I just feel like I'm in a really good space now, which is awesome, just in everyday life and with my cricket," he said. "I don't have much control over whether they pick me or not, but I'm definitely very keen."

Pucovski, Harris smash Waughs' record with 486-run opening stand

<p>Pakistan will take on Zimbabwe at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Sunday in what will be the second ODI of the three-match series. While Pakistan won the first ODI to take 1-0 lead in the series, Zimbabwe gave a tough fight to the hosts with Brendan Taylor scoring a memorable century.</p>

<p>Pakistan are favourites heading into the match and are expected to win the clash in what has been a flat track in Rawalpindi.</p>

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<h2>Pakistan vs Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI Playing XI:</h2>

<p><strong>Pakistan&nbsp;(Playing XI):</strong> Imam-ul-Haq, Abid Ali, Babar Azam(c), Haider Ali, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Iftikhar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Imad Wasim, Muhammad Musa, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi</p>

<p><strong>Zimbabwe&nbsp;(Playing XI)</strong>: Brian Chari, Chamu Chibhabha(c), Craig Ervine, Brendan Taylor(w), Sean Williams, Wesley Madhevere, Sikandar Raza, Tendai Chisoro, Carl Mumba, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani</p>

<h2>Where will the 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe take place?</h2>

<p>The 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.</p>

<h2>What time will the 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe begin?</h2>

<p>The 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe begins at 12:30 PM IST on Sunday (November 1).</p>

<h2>How to watch live 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe?</h2>

<p>The 2nd ODI between Pakistan and Zimbabwe will not be telecasted live in India.</p>

<h2><strong>How to watch 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe match online?</strong></h2>

<p>The online live streaming of the 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe will be available Pakistan Cricket’s official YouTube channel.</p>

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Pakistan will take on Zimbabwe at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Sunday in what will be the second ODI of the three-match series. While Pakistan won the first ODI to take 1-0 lead in the series, Zimbabwe gave a tough fight to the hosts with Brendan Taylor scoring a memorable century.

Pakistan will take on Zimbabwe at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Sunday in what will be the second ODI of the three-match series. While Pakistan won the first ODI to take 1-0 lead in the series, Zimbabwe gave a tough fight to the hosts with Brendan Taylor scoring a memorable century. Pakistan are favourites heading into the match and are expected to win the clash in what has been a flat track in Rawalpindi. TRENDING: Watch: Pakistan's bizarre run-out against Zimbabwe goes viral Pakistan vs Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI Playing XI: Pakistan (Playing XI): Imam-ul-Haq, Abid Ali, Babar Azam(c), Haider Ali, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Iftikhar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Imad Wasim, Muhammad Musa, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi Zimbabwe (Playing XI): Brian Chari, Chamu Chibhabha(c), Craig Ervine, Brendan Taylor(w), Sean Williams, Wesley Madhevere, Sikandar Raza, Tendai Chisoro, Carl Mumba, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani Where will the 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe take place? The 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. What time will the 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe begin? The 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe begins at 12:30 PM IST on Sunday (November 1). How to watch live 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe? The 2nd ODI between Pakistan and Zimbabwe will not be telecasted live in India. How to watch 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe match online? The online live streaming of the 2nd ODI match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe will be available Pakistan Cricket’s official YouTube channel.

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<p>Lewis Hamilton on Sunday won the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola to help Mercedes secure a record-breaking seventh constructors’ title. While Hamilton finished at top of the podium, his team-mate and pole-sitter Valterri Bottas finished second with Renault’s Daniel Ricciardo finishing third.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"What an incredible achievement for all of you. I am so proud of everybody and I am so grateful to be a part of it," Hamilton said on the team radio.</p>

<p>"Couldn't have done it without you," came back the reply from the jubilant Mercedes garage.</p>

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<p>Hamilton’s 93rd career pole finish extended his lead over Bottas in the championship table to 85 points with just four races remaining.<br />
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, who is also celebrating his 47th birthday, said the iconic title win and the milestone was “something to be proud of” while suggesting "as long as we stay motivated and energised we can push each other more".</p>

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<p>Formula One takes a break next weekend before resuming the season with Turkish Grand Prix on November 15 where Hamilton could wrap-up a record-equalling seventh drivers’ crown.</p>

<p>However, Bottas could have lost his second place to Max Verstappen, who drove outstandingly well, after making a glaring mistake as he locked his front wheels into Rivazza. Verstappen ended up puncturing his right-read and 10 laps later smashed the suspension that sent him spinning into the gravel as Bottas regained his second-spot.</p>

<p>Verstappen's crash meant the safety car was sent out to clear the damage and it led to an action-packed fight for third place in the closing laps.&nbsp;<br />
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Lewis Hamilton on Sunday won the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola to help Mercedes secure a record-breaking seventh constructors’ title. While Hamilton finished at top of the podium, his team-mate and pole-sitter Valterri Bottas finished second with Renault’s Daniel Ricciardo finishing third.

Lewis Hamilton on Sunday won the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola to help Mercedes secure a record-breaking seventh constructors’ title. While Hamilton finished at top of the podium, his team-mate and pole-sitter Valterri Bottas finished second with Renault’s Daniel Ricciardo finishing third. "What an incredible achievement for all of you. I am so proud of everybody and I am so grateful to be a part of it," Hamilton said on the team radio. "Couldn't have done it without you," came back the reply from the jubilant Mercedes garage. HAMILTON WINS!! 🏆 He takes victory #93 at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Bottas second, with Ricciardo coming home P3!#ImolaGP 🇮🇹 #F1 pic.twitter.com/mbmydh8EOf — Formula 1 (@F1) November 1, 2020 × Hamilton’s 93rd career pole finish extended his lead over Bottas in the championship table to 85 points with just four races remaining. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, who is also celebrating his 47th birthday, said the iconic title win and the milestone was “something to be proud of” while suggesting "as long as we stay motivated and energised we can push each other more". ALSO READ: 'That's what I do': Netizens go crazy as Barack Obama shows off his basketball skills Formula One takes a break next weekend before resuming the season with Turkish Grand Prix on November 15 where Hamilton could wrap-up a record-equalling seventh drivers’ crown. However, Bottas could have lost his second place to Max Verstappen, who drove outstandingly well, after making a glaring mistake as he locked his front wheels into Rivazza. Verstappen ended up puncturing his right-read and 10 laps later smashed the suspension that sent him spinning into the gravel as Bottas regained his second-spot. Verstappen's crash meant the safety car was sent out to clear the damage and it led to an action-packed fight for third place in the closing laps.

Lewis Hamilton wins in Imola as Mercedes claim record 7th straight constructors' title

<p>Chennai Super Kings on Sunday defeated Kings XI Punjab by nine wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi as they end their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a> on a winning note. However, the crushing defeat confirmed that Kings XI Punjab have been knocked out of IPL 2020 in what was a topsy-turvy ride for the KL Rahul-led outfit.</p>

<p>Chennai Super Kings end their IPL 2020 campaign with three back-to-back wins but the match must hurt Kings XI Punjab the most as they would have almost confirmed their place in the playoffs with a win. They end their IPL 2020 campaign with back-to-back defeats.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Batting first, Kings XI Punjab were off to a shaky start as they lost openers KL Rahul (29) and Mayank Agarwal (26) after a solid first few overs. In-form players in Chris Gayle and Nicholas Pooran failed to fire in the do-or-die match as they could manage 12 and 2 respectively. Mandeep Singh was dismissed for 12 but Deepak Hooda came good as he hammered his first IPL half-century since 2016 (62 not-out off 30) laced by three boundaries and four sixes to take KXIP to a competitive total of 153/6 in 20 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Chennai Super Kings openers started the chase in front foot as openers Faf du Plessis and Ruturaj Gaikwad utilized the powerplay overs to their best. Even though du Plessis was sent packing for 48, Gaikwad completed his third half-century on the bounce while Ambati Rayudu played according to the situation to take Chennai Super Kings home in their final match of IPL 2020.</p>

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<p>The win for CSK helps the likes of Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad as they will now be in contention to take up that fourth spot in the table. Even Delhi Capitals’ spot in the playoffs isn’t guaranteed.&nbsp;<br />
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Chennai Super Kings on Sunday defeated Kings XI Punjab by nine wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi as they end their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 on a winning note.

Chennai Super Kings on Sunday defeated Kings XI Punjab by nine wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi as they end their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 on a winning note. However, the crushing defeat confirmed that Kings XI Punjab have been knocked out of IPL 2020 in what was a topsy-turvy ride for the KL Rahul-led outfit. Chennai Super Kings end their IPL 2020 campaign with three back-to-back wins but the match must hurt Kings XI Punjab the most as they would have almost confirmed their place in the playoffs with a win. They end their IPL 2020 campaign with back-to-back defeats. ALSO READ: IPL 2020 Preview: Do-or-die fixture for Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals Batting first, Kings XI Punjab were off to a shaky start as they lost openers KL Rahul (29) and Mayank Agarwal (26) after a solid first few overs. In-form players in Chris Gayle and Nicholas Pooran failed to fire in the do-or-die match as they could manage 12 and 2 respectively. Mandeep Singh was dismissed for 12 but Deepak Hooda came good as he hammered his first IPL half-century since 2016 (62 not-out off 30) laced by three boundaries and four sixes to take KXIP to a competitive total of 153/6 in 20 overs. However, Chennai Super Kings openers started the chase in front foot as openers Faf du Plessis and Ruturaj Gaikwad utilized the powerplay overs to their best. Even though du Plessis was sent packing for 48, Gaikwad completed his third half-century on the bounce while Ambati Rayudu played according to the situation to take Chennai Super Kings home in their final match of IPL 2020. ALSO READ: Irfan Pathan confirms participation in Lanka Premier League for Kandy Tuskers The win for CSK helps the likes of Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad as they will now be in contention to take up that fourth spot in the table. Even Delhi Capitals’ spot in the playoffs isn’t guaranteed.

Chennai Super Kings end IPL 2020 campaign with 9-wicket win, knock Kings XI Punjab out

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