<p>Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar extended his deepest condolences after a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight from Lahore to Karachi crashed near Karachi airport in a residential area on Friday. Akhtar took to social media platform Twitter to offer his condolences while praying for those affected in the crash.</p>

<p>As per reports, the PIA flight had 98 passengers on board and crashed in Karachi’s suburb destroying several houses, damaging cars and properties. The flight captain had informed about a ‘technical snag’ before it crashed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Just heard the devastating news of PIA plane crash. &nbsp;May Allah bless every soul we lost in this. It was flying Lahore to Karachi &amp; crashed just before landing. Inna lillahi wa inna elaihi rajaoon," Akhtar tweeted.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Just heard the devastating news of PIA plane crash. May Allah bless every soul we lost in this.<br />
It was flying Lahore to Karachi &amp; crashed just before landing.<br />
Inna lillahi wa inna elaihi rajaoon.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PIAplanecrash?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PIAplanecrash</a></p>
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<p>According to PTI, the flight PK-303 from Lahore was supposed to land in Karachi when the crash happened at the Jinnah Garden area nearby Model Colony, Malir. &nbsp;It added that the crash took place minutes before the landing of the PIA aircraft, damaging scores of houses in the area.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per reports Army Quick Reaction Force and Singh Pakistan Rangers have arrived at the crash site and an emergency has been declared in all Karachi hospitals in the wake of the crash.<br />
As per officials, as many as 98 people were on board including 91 passengers and seven crew members.&nbsp;<br />
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Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar extended his deepest condolences after a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight from Lahore to Karachi crashed near Karachi airport in a residential area on Friday.

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar extended his deepest condolences after a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight from Lahore to Karachi crashed near Karachi airport in a residential area on Friday. Akhtar took to social media platform Twitter to offer his condolences while praying for those affected in the crash. As per reports, the PIA flight had 98 passengers on board and crashed in Karachi’s suburb destroying several houses, damaging cars and properties. The flight captain had informed about a ‘technical snag’ before it crashed. "Just heard the devastating news of PIA plane crash. May Allah bless every soul we lost in this. It was flying Lahore to Karachi & crashed just before landing. Inna lillahi wa inna elaihi rajaoon," Akhtar tweeted. ALSO READ: 'Unbelievable effort' - BCCI president Sourav Ganguly hails Kolkata Police as restoration process begins in West Bengal after cyclone Amphan Just heard the devastating news of PIA plane crash. May Allah bless every soul we lost in this. It was flying Lahore to Karachi & crashed just before landing. Inna lillahi wa inna elaihi rajaoon.#PIAplanecrash — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) May 22, 2020 × According to PTI, the flight PK-303 from Lahore was supposed to land in Karachi when the crash happened at the Jinnah Garden area nearby Model Colony, Malir. It added that the crash took place minutes before the landing of the PIA aircraft, damaging scores of houses in the area. × ALSO READ: On a scale of 10, chance of India touring Down Under is 9: Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts As per reports Army Quick Reaction Force and Singh Pakistan Rangers have arrived at the crash site and an emergency has been declared in all Karachi hospitals in the wake of the crash. As per officials, as many as 98 people were on board including 91 passengers and seven crew members.

Shoaib Akhtar offers condolences, prayers after Pakistan airways flight crashes in residential area near Karachi

<p>Boxing events in the country, as and when they resume, will be held without spectators at well-ventilated instead of air-conditioned venues where officials above 60 years of age won't be allowed inside competition arena owing to the COVID-19 threat.</p>

<p>In its 19-page Standard Operating Procedure for resumption of training as well as competitions, the Boxing Federation of India has mandated health protocols similar to what the Sports Authority of India has suggested.</p>

<p>But one page that stands out includes protocols to be followed when competitive action resumes in the national circuit.</p>

<p>"The competitions to be held closed doors. Only limited personnel as found suitable to be allowed into the venue. Reduce the number of helper/volunteers," read "Guidelines for Boxing Federation of India -- State and National Tournaments/Events post COVID-19 lockdown."</p>

<p>"Open doors and windows so that the venue is well ventilated. Avoid air conditioners/air curtains as they generate aerosols and help spread of infection," the SOP said.</p>

<p>There are no competitions lined up as of now but the BFI wants to hold its national tournaments in the usual October-November window followed by the Asian Championships, which are likely to be held in December.</p>

<p>"Officials who are 60yrs and above with co-morbidities shall not be allowed to enter the competition arena as they are at high risk of acquiring infection," stated another guideline.</p>

<p>On Thursday, SAI prohibited sparring from the training regimen for now.</p>

<p>For competitions, whenever they happen, the BFI said venues will be sanitised at regular intervals and disinfectant tunnels would be placed at entry points of the venue.</p>

<p>"All the athletes, coaches and staff, ring officials, production crew to be screened at the entrance of venue for temperature and presence of COVID- 19 symptoms," it said.</p>

<p>For the boxers, there are directives on personal hygiene and well being along with insurance, which should also cover COVID-19.</p>

<p>During competition, the BFI said the athletes and officials will be given single accommodation instead of the usual practice of twin-sharing room allotments.</p>

<p>"No common dining arena. Packet lunch / dinner to be encouraged," it added.</p>

<p>The BFI said it would also aim for MOUs with local hospitals to ensure that boxers get timely medical assistance in case of injury.</p>

<p>Any suspected COVID-19 patient will be "transported to the designated COVID-19 facility in consultation with local public health authorities.</p>

<p>The SOP demands that boxers, coaches and other staff use their own equipment, disinfect after every use, avoid common dining area, and download the Aarogya Setu app.</p>

<p>"No boxing training/activity/event shall take place before you get clearance from local administration and that all safety measures are implemented," the BFI has told the member units.&nbsp;</p>


Boxing events in the country, as and when they resume, will be held without spectators at well-ventilated instead of air-conditioned venues where officials above 60 years of age won't be allowed inside competition arena owing to the COVID-19 threat.

Boxing events in the country, as and when they resume, will be held without spectators at well-ventilated instead of air-conditioned venues where officials above 60 years of age won't be allowed inside competition arena owing to the COVID-19 threat. In its 19-page Standard Operating Procedure for resumption of training as well as competitions, the Boxing Federation of India has mandated health protocols similar to what the Sports Authority of India has suggested. But one page that stands out includes protocols to be followed when competitive action resumes in the national circuit. "The competitions to be held closed doors. Only limited personnel as found suitable to be allowed into the venue. Reduce the number of helper/volunteers," read "Guidelines for Boxing Federation of India -- State and National Tournaments/Events post COVID-19 lockdown." "Open doors and windows so that the venue is well ventilated. Avoid air conditioners/air curtains as they generate aerosols and help spread of infection," the SOP said. There are no competitions lined up as of now but the BFI wants to hold its national tournaments in the usual October-November window followed by the Asian Championships, which are likely to be held in December. "Officials who are 60yrs and above with co-morbidities shall not be allowed to enter the competition arena as they are at high risk of acquiring infection," stated another guideline. On Thursday, SAI prohibited sparring from the training regimen for now. For competitions, whenever they happen, the BFI said venues will be sanitised at regular intervals and disinfectant tunnels would be placed at entry points of the venue. "All the athletes, coaches and staff, ring officials, production crew to be screened at the entrance of venue for temperature and presence of COVID- 19 symptoms," it said. For the boxers, there are directives on personal hygiene and well being along with insurance, which should also cover COVID-19. During competition, the BFI said the athletes and officials will be given single accommodation instead of the usual practice of twin-sharing room allotments. "No common dining arena. Packet lunch / dinner to be encouraged," it added. The BFI said it would also aim for MOUs with local hospitals to ensure that boxers get timely medical assistance in case of injury. Any suspected COVID-19 patient will be "transported to the designated COVID-19 facility in consultation with local public health authorities. The SOP demands that boxers, coaches and other staff use their own equipment, disinfect after every use, avoid common dining area, and download the Aarogya Setu app. "No boxing training/activity/event shall take place before you get clearance from local administration and that all safety measures are implemented," the BFI has told the member units.

Officials above 60 years won't be allowed in competition arena: BFI in SOP for resumption

<p>The Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 is set to kick-start on Friday with Grenadine Divers taking on Salt Pond Breakers at 6:00 PM IST. The much-awaited match will be played at the Arnos Vale Sporting Complex in St Vincent.</p>

<p>With a batting-friendly pitch expected and given it is the shortest format of the game, a high-scoring match could be on the cards. While Obed McCoy will be seen playing for Grenadine Divers, Sunil Ambris will be seen hitting the park for Salt Pond Breakers.</p>

<p>The resumption of cricket will bring plenty of headaches for the Dream11 and fantasy gamers, and we have assembled a playing XI for them.</p>

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<h2><strong>Dream11 Prediction for GRD vs SPB (Grenadine Divers vs Salt Pond Breakers), Vincy T10 Premier League:</strong></h2>

<p>Anson Latchman, Sunil Ambris (C), Donwell Hector, Shem Browne, Romano Pierre (VC), Urnel Thomas, Razie Browne, Asif Hooper, Delorn Johnson, Geron Wyllie, Obed McCoy</p>

<h2><strong>GRD vs SPB, Vincy T10 Premier League Squads:</strong></h2>

<p><strong>Grenadine Divers</strong>: Obed McCoy (Marquee Signing), Asif Hooper, Shem Browne, Anson Latchman, Tijorn Pope, Romano Pierre, Wayne Harper, Geron Wyllie, Razie Browne, Richie Richards, Shammick Roberts, Braxie Browne, Ajex Samuel.</p>

<p><strong>Salt Pond Breakers: </strong>Sunil Ambris (Marquee Signing), Delorn Johnson, Rickford Walker, Donwell Hector, Jeremy Layne, Javid Harry, Benninton Stapleton, Kadir Nedd, Seon Sween, Wesrick Strough, Kevin Peters, Christoy John, Urnel Thomas.</p>


The Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 is set to kick-start on Friday with Grenadine Divers taking on Salt Pond Breakers at 6:00 PM IST. The much-awaited match will be played at the Arnos Vale Sporting Complex in St Vincent.

The Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 is set to kick-start on Friday with Grenadine Divers taking on Salt Pond Breakers at 6:00 PM IST. The much-awaited match will be played at the Arnos Vale Sporting Complex in St Vincent. With a batting-friendly pitch expected and given it is the shortest format of the game, a high-scoring match could be on the cards. While Obed McCoy will be seen playing for Grenadine Divers, Sunil Ambris will be seen hitting the park for Salt Pond Breakers. The resumption of cricket will bring plenty of headaches for the Dream11 and fantasy gamers, and we have assembled a playing XI for them. ALSO READ: Vincy T10 Premier League: Full squads, match timings, live streaming details Dream11 Prediction for GRD vs SPB (Grenadine Divers vs Salt Pond Breakers), Vincy T10 Premier League: Anson Latchman, Sunil Ambris (C), Donwell Hector, Shem Browne, Romano Pierre (VC), Urnel Thomas, Razie Browne, Asif Hooper, Delorn Johnson, Geron Wyllie, Obed McCoy GRD vs SPB, Vincy T10 Premier League Squads: Grenadine Divers: Obed McCoy (Marquee Signing), Asif Hooper, Shem Browne, Anson Latchman, Tijorn Pope, Romano Pierre, Wayne Harper, Geron Wyllie, Razie Browne, Richie Richards, Shammick Roberts, Braxie Browne, Ajex Samuel. Salt Pond Breakers: Sunil Ambris (Marquee Signing), Delorn Johnson, Rickford Walker, Donwell Hector, Jeremy Layne, Javid Harry, Benninton Stapleton, Kadir Nedd, Seon Sween, Wesrick Strough, Kevin Peters, Christoy John, Urnel Thomas.

GRD vs SPB, Dream11 Prediction, Vincy Premier League: Fantasy cricket tips for Grenadine Divers vs Salt Pond Breakers

<p>The divisions in South African cricket were exposed again when Cricket South Africa (CSA) president Chris Nenzani said Graeme Smith's call for Sourav Ganguly to become International Cricket Council chairman did not have official approval.</p>

<p>"We must respect both the ICC protocol and our own protocol in deciding which candidate to back," Nenzani, a controversial figure who has stayed in office despite several calls for his resignation, said on Thursday night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There have been no candidates nominated as yet and once such nominations have been made the Board of CSA will take its decision in terms of its own protocol."</p>

<p>Smith, CSA's director of cricket, said at a press conference on Thursday that he believed India's Ganguly, a fellow former Test captain, was the best man to succeed another Indian Shashank Manohar, whose term as ICC chairman is about to expire.</p>

<p>"We have the highest regard for the opinions of our director of cricket, Graeme Smith, who is a well-respected figure in world cricket and has already made an immense contribution in fulfilling his mandate to make our cricket teams world leaders again," said Nenzani. "At the moment we don't want to anticipate any candidates who may be nominated for this important position to lead the game we all love."</p>

<p>The administration of cricket in South Africa has been in turmoil since the constitution of CSA was changed at the annual meeting last September to allow Nenzani an extra year in office after he had already served the maximum two three-year terms.</p>

<p>The extension was ostensibly to guide the organisation through a new system headed by then-chief executive Thabang Moroe.</p>

<p>But Moroe proved a divisive figure and was suspended in December on charges of misconduct. Before his suspension he had alienated the country's players' association and created a storm when he withdrew the accreditation of five journalists who had been critical of him.</p>

<p>A major sponsor ended its relationship with CSA and another sponsor called for the resignation of the board, headed by Nenzani. This call was echoed by the players' association. Two of CSA's five independent directors and one non-independent director resigned.</p>

<p>Jacques Faul, chief executive of the successful Titans franchise, was appointed as interim chief executive and Smith took the director of cricket role after initially expressing misgivings.</p>

<p>Since then Faul and Smith have effectively taken charge of running the game in the country, while the board have largely remained in the background – until Nenzani's statement on Thursday night.</p>


The divisions in South African cricket were exposed again when Cricket South Africa (CSA) president Chris Nenzani said Graeme Smith's call for Sourav Ganguly to become International Cricket Council chairman did not have official approval.

The divisions in South African cricket were exposed again when Cricket South Africa (CSA) president Chris Nenzani said Graeme Smith's call for Sourav Ganguly to become International Cricket Council chairman did not have official approval. "We must respect both the ICC protocol and our own protocol in deciding which candidate to back," Nenzani, a controversial figure who has stayed in office despite several calls for his resignation, said on Thursday night. "There have been no candidates nominated as yet and once such nominations have been made the Board of CSA will take its decision in terms of its own protocol." Smith, CSA's director of cricket, said at a press conference on Thursday that he believed India's Ganguly, a fellow former Test captain, was the best man to succeed another Indian Shashank Manohar, whose term as ICC chairman is about to expire. "We have the highest regard for the opinions of our director of cricket, Graeme Smith, who is a well-respected figure in world cricket and has already made an immense contribution in fulfilling his mandate to make our cricket teams world leaders again," said Nenzani. "At the moment we don't want to anticipate any candidates who may be nominated for this important position to lead the game we all love." The administration of cricket in South Africa has been in turmoil since the constitution of CSA was changed at the annual meeting last September to allow Nenzani an extra year in office after he had already served the maximum two three-year terms. The extension was ostensibly to guide the organisation through a new system headed by then-chief executive Thabang Moroe. But Moroe proved a divisive figure and was suspended in December on charges of misconduct. Before his suspension he had alienated the country's players' association and created a storm when he withdrew the accreditation of five journalists who had been critical of him. A major sponsor ended its relationship with CSA and another sponsor called for the resignation of the board, headed by Nenzani. This call was echoed by the players' association. Two of CSA's five independent directors and one non-independent director resigned. Jacques Faul, chief executive of the successful Titans franchise, was appointed as interim chief executive and Smith took the director of cricket role after initially expressing misgivings. Since then Faul and Smith have effectively taken charge of running the game in the country, while the board have largely remained in the background – until Nenzani's statement on Thursday night.

Cricket South Africa refuses to back Smith's support of Ganguly

<p>Live cricket will finally be back as Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 is all set to kickstart from Friday in the Caribbean with some of the big names in the world of cricket set to take to the field after a prolonged break due to COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>The Vincy Premier League T10 is organized by St Vincent and the Grenadines Cricket Association and the tournament will be played at the Arnos Vale Sporting Complex in St Vincent. However, the crowd will be allowed to visit the stadium and watch the matches unlike other sporting leagues in the world.</p>

<p>As many as six teams will participate in the Vincy Premier League T10 - Grenadine Divers, La Soufriere Hikers, Salt Pond Breakers, Dark View Explorers, Botanic Gardens Rangers and Fort Charlotte – with big names in Sunil Ambris, Kesrick Williams and Obed McCoy participating in the tournament.</p>

<p>Keeping the safety and social distancing measures in place, players would not be allowed to use saliva to shine the ball after ICC Cricket Committee’s latest recommendation.</p>

<h2><strong>Live streaming details of Vincy T10 Premier League 2020:</strong></h2>

<p>The entire Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 will be telecasted live on the FanCode app.</p>

<h2><strong>What are the timings of Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 matches:</strong></h2>

<p>Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 will be played between 12:30 PM to 10:30 PM IST.</p>

<h2><strong>Vincy T10 Premier League Full Squads:</strong></h2>

<p><strong>Grenadines Divers:</strong> Obed McCoy, Asif Hooper, Shem Browne, Anson Latchman, Tijorn Pope, Romano Pierre, Wayne Harper, Geron Wyllie, Razine Browne, Richie Richards, Shammick Roberts, Braxie Browne, Alex Samuel.</p>

<p><strong>Dark View Explorers:</strong> Lindon James, Deron Greaves, Andrew Thomas, Darius Martin, Shammon Hooper, Davian Barnum, Sealron Williaams, Kensley Joseph, Cody Horne, Kemron Strough, Ojay Matthews, Javod Williams, Denson Hoyte.</p>

<p><strong>Fort Charlotte Strikers:</strong> Keron Cottoy, Gidron Pope, Ray Jordan, Ronald Scott, Rasheed Frederick, Kirton Lavia, Jahiel Walters, Sealroy Williams, Olanzo Bellingy, Chelson Stowe, Kenroy Williams, Sylvan Spencer, Renrick Williams</p>

<p><strong>Botanic Gardens Rangers</strong>: Kesrick Williams, Hyron Shallow, Romel Currency, Kenneth Dember, Romario Bibby, Atticus Browne, Oziko Williams, Kimali Williams, Kevin Abraham, Nigel Small, Casnel Morris, Joey Welcome, Ray Charles.</p>

<p><strong>Salt Pond Breakers: </strong>Sunil Ambris, Delorn Johnson, Rickford Walker, Donwell Hector, Jeremy Layne, Javid Harry, Benniton Stapleton, Kadir Nedd, Seon Sween, Wesrick Strough, Kevin Peters, Christroy John, Urnel Thomas.</p>

<p><strong>La Soufriere Hikers:</strong> Desron Maloney, Dean Browne, Dillon Douglas, Othneil Lewis, Salvan Browne, Rayan Williams, Rawdon Bentick, Casmus Hackshaw, Kenson Dalzell, Jeremy Haywood, Tilron Harry, Kimson Dalzell, Camano Cain<br />
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Live cricket will finally be back as Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 is all set to kickstart from Friday in the Caribbean with some of the big names in the world of cricket set to take to the field after a prolonged break due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Live cricket will finally be back as Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 is all set to kickstart from Friday in the Caribbean with some of the big names in the world of cricket set to take to the field after a prolonged break due to COVID-19 pandemic. The Vincy Premier League T10 is organized by St Vincent and the Grenadines Cricket Association and the tournament will be played at the Arnos Vale Sporting Complex in St Vincent. However, the crowd will be allowed to visit the stadium and watch the matches unlike other sporting leagues in the world. As many as six teams will participate in the Vincy Premier League T10 - Grenadine Divers, La Soufriere Hikers, Salt Pond Breakers, Dark View Explorers, Botanic Gardens Rangers and Fort Charlotte – with big names in Sunil Ambris, Kesrick Williams and Obed McCoy participating in the tournament. Keeping the safety and social distancing measures in place, players would not be allowed to use saliva to shine the ball after ICC Cricket Committee’s latest recommendation. Live streaming details of Vincy T10 Premier League 2020: The entire Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 will be telecasted live on the FanCode app. What are the timings of Vincy T10 Premier League 2020 matches: Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 will be played between 12:30 PM to 10:30 PM IST. Vincy T10 Premier League Full Squads: Grenadines Divers: Obed McCoy, Asif Hooper, Shem Browne, Anson Latchman, Tijorn Pope, Romano Pierre, Wayne Harper, Geron Wyllie, Razine Browne, Richie Richards, Shammick Roberts, Braxie Browne, Alex Samuel. Dark View Explorers: Lindon James, Deron Greaves, Andrew Thomas, Darius Martin, Shammon Hooper, Davian Barnum, Sealron Williaams, Kensley Joseph, Cody Horne, Kemron Strough, Ojay Matthews, Javod Williams, Denson Hoyte. Fort Charlotte Strikers: Keron Cottoy, Gidron Pope, Ray Jordan, Ronald Scott, Rasheed Frederick, Kirton Lavia, Jahiel Walters, Sealroy Williams, Olanzo Bellingy, Chelson Stowe, Kenroy Williams, Sylvan Spencer, Renrick Williams Botanic Gardens Rangers: Kesrick Williams, Hyron Shallow, Romel Currency, Kenneth Dember, Romario Bibby, Atticus Browne, Oziko Williams, Kimali Williams, Kevin Abraham, Nigel Small, Casnel Morris, Joey Welcome, Ray Charles. Salt Pond Breakers: Sunil Ambris, Delorn Johnson, Rickford Walker, Donwell Hector, Jeremy Layne, Javid Harry, Benniton Stapleton, Kadir Nedd, Seon Sween, Wesrick Strough, Kevin Peters, Christroy John, Urnel Thomas. La Soufriere Hikers: Desron Maloney, Dean Browne, Dillon Douglas, Othneil Lewis, Salvan Browne, Rayan Williams, Rawdon Bentick, Casmus Hackshaw, Kenson Dalzell, Jeremy Haywood, Tilron Harry, Kimson Dalzell, Camano Cain

Vincy T10 Premier League: Full squads, match timings, live streaming details

<p>At a time when the entire world was battling the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, the Odisha, West Bengal and parts of Bangladesh were dealt with a massive blow in the form of cyclone Amphan. The worst effect of the super cyclone was felt in West Bengal where many lives have been lost with people becoming homeless due to the catastrophe. Restoration process and rescue operations started immediately after the cyclone was over and BCCI president and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly lauded Kolkata Police for their immediate assistance in beginning the process.</p>

<p>The death toll in West Bengal has risen to 80 with several others injured. Even Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took an aerial survey along with WB Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee before the central government allocated Rs 1000 crore for immediate assistance of West Bengal in the wake cyclone Amphan.</p>

<p>On Friday, Ganguly shared a couple of videos on social media platform Twitter where Kolkata Police could be seen assisting with the removal of broken trees.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="cs">So proud of kolkata police@kolkata police <a href="https://t.co/e3FO4w4vUp">https://t.co/e3FO4w4vUp</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Unbelievable effort as they say ..... <a href="https://t.co/wTqKwwQ62p">https://t.co/wTqKwwQ62p</a></p>
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<p>Earlier, Ganguly had shared a photograph of him fixing the fallen mango tree in his house as the image reminded cricket fans of the 2002 NatWest series final victory against England where the southpaw had removed his shirt before waiving it in the balcony of the Lord’s Cricket Ground.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The mango tree in the house had to be lifted, pulled back and fixed again .. strength at its highest <a href="https://t.co/RGOJeaqFx1">pic.twitter.com/RGOJeaqFx1</a></p>
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<p>Reportedly, over 5000 trees have been uprooted in Kolkata itself with hundreds of street lights and electrical wires getting swept away by the cyclone Amphan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A team will be sent by Central Govt to conduct a detailed survey about the damage caused due to cyclone Amphan and the current situation of the affected areas</p>


At a time when the entire world was battling the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, the Odisha, West Bengal and parts of Bangladesh were dealt with a massive blow in the form of cyclone Amphan.

At a time when the entire world was battling the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, the Odisha, West Bengal and parts of Bangladesh were dealt with a massive blow in the form of cyclone Amphan. The worst effect of the super cyclone was felt in West Bengal where many lives have been lost with people becoming homeless due to the catastrophe. Restoration process and rescue operations started immediately after the cyclone was over and BCCI president and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly lauded Kolkata Police for their immediate assistance in beginning the process. The death toll in West Bengal has risen to 80 with several others injured. Even Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took an aerial survey along with WB Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee before the central government allocated Rs 1000 crore for immediate assistance of West Bengal in the wake cyclone Amphan. On Friday, Ganguly shared a couple of videos on social media platform Twitter where Kolkata Police could be seen assisting with the removal of broken trees. ALSO READ: 'He's got credibility, leadership skills' - Graeme Smith wants Sourav Ganguly to become ICC chairman So proud of kolkata police@kolkata police https://t.co/e3FO4w4vUp — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) May 21, 2020 × Unbelievable effort as they say ..... https://t.co/wTqKwwQ62p — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) May 21, 2020 × Earlier, Ganguly had shared a photograph of him fixing the fallen mango tree in his house as the image reminded cricket fans of the 2002 NatWest series final victory against England where the southpaw had removed his shirt before waiving it in the balcony of the Lord’s Cricket Ground. The mango tree in the house had to be lifted, pulled back and fixed again .. strength at its highest pic.twitter.com/RGOJeaqFx1 — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) May 21, 2020 × Reportedly, over 5000 trees have been uprooted in Kolkata itself with hundreds of street lights and electrical wires getting swept away by the cyclone Amphan. A team will be sent by Central Govt to conduct a detailed survey about the damage caused due to cyclone Amphan and the current situation of the affected areas

'Unbelievable effort' - BCCI president Sourav Ganguly hails Kolkata Police as restoration process begins in West Bengal after cyclone Amphan

<p>When the entire world was battling the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, super cyclone Amphan wreaked havoc West Bengal, Odisha and parts of Bangladesh on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people while leaving behind devastating scenes from the Amphan-hit areas. As photographs and videos from the aftermath of cyclone Amphan emerged on social media on Thursday morning, Indian cricketers Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav and former cricketer VVS Laxman took to social media platform Twitter to pray for the safety of those affected from the super cyclone.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by #CycloneAmphan in Odisha and West Bengal. May God protect everyone out there and hope things get better soon. #PrayForWestBengal," Kohli tweeted.</p>

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<p>"Praying for everyone affected by #AmphanSuperCyclone. Condolences to families of the victims who lost their lives," wrote Rahul on the micro-blogging platform.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Praying for everyone affected by <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AmphanSuperCyclone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AmphanSuperCyclone</a><br />
Condolences to families of the victims who lost their lives.</p>
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<p>Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav paid condolences to the affected families in the cyclone Amphan: "My thoughts go out to everyone affected by the #AmphanCyclone Condolences to the families who lost their loved ones, may God give them strength," he wrote.</p>

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Condolences to the families who lost their loved ones, may god give them strength.</p>
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<p>Whereas, Laxman wrote: “My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Eastern India as they weather the impact of #CycloneAmphan. We are going through a very challenging time and I pray for everyone's safety.”</p>

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<p>Since the cyclone Amphan entered West Bengal, people have been left without electricity and communication. And looking at the aftermath of Amphan, it is going to take a couple of days to get the entire picture clear. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday evening termed Amphan as “a bigger disaster than COVID-19”.</p>

<p>The situation surrounding COVID-19 in West Bengal has made things even trickier for authorities to work on the evacuation and restoration process.&nbsp;<br />
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When the entire world was battling the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, super cyclone Amphan wreaked havoc West Bengal, Odisha and parts of Bangladesh on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people while leaving behind devastating scenes from the Amphan-hit areas.

When the entire world was battling the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, super cyclone Amphan wreaked havoc West Bengal, Odisha and parts of Bangladesh on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people while leaving behind devastating scenes from the Amphan-hit areas. As photographs and videos from the aftermath of cyclone Amphan emerged on social media on Thursday morning, Indian cricketers Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav and former cricketer VVS Laxman took to social media platform Twitter to pray for the safety of those affected from the super cyclone. "My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by #CycloneAmphan in Odisha and West Bengal. May God protect everyone out there and hope things get better soon. #PrayForWestBengal," Kohli tweeted. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by #CycloneAmphan in Odisha and West Bengal. May God protect everyone out there and hope things get better soon. 🙏#PrayForWestBengal — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 21, 2020 × "Praying for everyone affected by #AmphanSuperCyclone. Condolences to families of the victims who lost their lives," wrote Rahul on the micro-blogging platform. Praying for everyone affected by #AmphanSuperCyclone Condolences to families of the victims who lost their lives. — K L Rahul (@klrahul11) May 21, 2020 × Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav paid condolences to the affected families in the cyclone Amphan: "My thoughts go out to everyone affected by the #AmphanCyclone Condolences to the families who lost their loved ones, may God give them strength," he wrote. My thoughts go out to everyone affected by the #AmphanCyclone Condolences to the families who lost their loved ones, may god give them strength. — Kuldeep yadav (@imkuldeep18) May 21, 2020 × Whereas, Laxman wrote: “My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Eastern India as they weather the impact of #CycloneAmphan. We are going through a very challenging time and I pray for everyone's safety.” My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Eastern India as they weather the impact of #CycloneAmphan. We are going through a very challenging time and I pray for everyone's safety. — VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) May 21, 2020 × Since the cyclone Amphan entered West Bengal, people have been left without electricity and communication. And looking at the aftermath of Amphan, it is going to take a couple of days to get the entire picture clear. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday evening termed Amphan as “a bigger disaster than COVID-19”. The situation surrounding COVID-19 in West Bengal has made things even trickier for authorities to work on the evacuation and restoration process.

Cyclone Amphan: 'May God protect everyone' - Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Kuldeep, Laxman pray for safety of those affected

<p>South Africa’s director of cricket Graeme Smith on Thursday made a strong call for the current Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president and former captain of India Sourav Ganguly to be the next chairman of International Cricket Council.</p>

<p>Smith said that with credibility and leadership skills, Ganguly is best positioned to take charge of ICC while adding he would like to see someone who’s closer to modern game with leadership character for the key position.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/englands-broad-gives-glimpse-into-post-lockdown-training-300203" hreflang="en">England's Broad gives glimpse into post-lockdown training</a></strong></p>

<p>“Post COVID (19), to have strong leadership is going to be important. I feel that Saurav Ganguly is best positioned for that at the moment. He’s got the credibility, he’s got the leadership skills &amp; he’s someone who can really take the game forward." - Graeme Smith</p>

<p>"We know that the elections are coming up and there are a few names in the hat, but my own opinion is that it’s time that someone who’s closer to the modern game with the leadership credentials got into a key position." CSA Director of Cricket, Graeme Smith.<br />
Shashank Manohar, who is the current chairman of ICC – also from India, had earlier said that he would not seek re-election when his current term expires at the end of May.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/south-africa-set-to-host-india-for-three-t20is-in-august-pending-government-approval-300177" hreflang="en">South Africa set to host India for three T20Is in August, pending government approval</a></strong></p>

<p>On a teleconference, where Cricket South Africa interim chief director Jacques Faul revealed plans for the Proteas to host a T20I series against India at August-end, Smith backed Ganguly to be ICC’s next chairman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Smith further said that South Africa’s tour of the West Indies, scheduled for July, was likely to be deferred due to the Caribbean outfit’s tour of England. "Nothing is cast in stone at the moment," he said.&nbsp;<br />
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South Africa’s director of cricket Graeme Smith on Thursday made a strong call for the current Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president and former captain of India Sourav Ganguly to be the next chairman of International Cricket Council.

South Africa’s director of cricket Graeme Smith on Thursday made a strong call for the current Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president and former captain of India Sourav Ganguly to be the next chairman of International Cricket Council. Smith said that with credibility and leadership skills, Ganguly is best positioned to take charge of ICC while adding he would like to see someone who’s closer to modern game with leadership character for the key position. ALSO READ: England's Broad gives glimpse into post-lockdown training “Post COVID (19), to have strong leadership is going to be important. I feel that Saurav Ganguly is best positioned for that at the moment. He’s got the credibility, he’s got the leadership skills & he’s someone who can really take the game forward." - Graeme Smith "We know that the elections are coming up and there are a few names in the hat, but my own opinion is that it’s time that someone who’s closer to the modern game with the leadership credentials got into a key position." CSA Director of Cricket, Graeme Smith. Shashank Manohar, who is the current chairman of ICC – also from India, had earlier said that he would not seek re-election when his current term expires at the end of May. ALSO READ: South Africa set to host India for three T20Is in August, pending government approval On a teleconference, where Cricket South Africa interim chief director Jacques Faul revealed plans for the Proteas to host a T20I series against India at August-end, Smith backed Ganguly to be ICC’s next chairman. Smith further said that South Africa’s tour of the West Indies, scheduled for July, was likely to be deferred due to the Caribbean outfit’s tour of England. "Nothing is cast in stone at the moment," he said.

'He's got credibility, leadership skills' - Graeme Smith wants Sourav Ganguly to become ICC chairman

<p>Spain coach Luis Enrique says playing behind closed doors is "sadder than dancing with your own sister", as football faces the prospect of games without supporters for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus pandemic.</p>

<p>Germany's Bundesliga became the first major European league to resume last weekend following the two-month shutdown, with strict hygiene measures enforced at all matches across the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"(Playing without fans) is sadder than dancing with your own sister. It's not attractive," Luis Enrique told the "Colgados del aro" ("Hanging from the hoop") basketball show on Wednesday.</p>

<p>"I watched the German football and it's a sad sight. You hear the voices, you even hear the insults... you lose the intimacy of the better moments.</p>

<p>"But you also have to understand it's a business that generates lots of money, and even if the spectacle is a long way from that when there's fans it can help in dealing with the confinement.</p>

<p>"Watching football again or any other sport, as a fan it's interesting," he added.</p>

<p>Luis Enrique returned to his job as Spain coach in November after resigning last June to take care of his daughter, Xana, who died in August of cancer. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"(As a player), I would have liked to get back playing as soon as possible. I have no fear," he said.</p>

<p>"I was a bit scared at one moment for my parents, my in-laws and the elderly people I cherish and above all for the people who may suffer. But on a personal level, I have zero fear."</p>

<p>Euro 2020 has been postponed by a year due to the health crisis and Luis Enrique admitted the uncertainty was affecting everyone involved.</p>

<p>"We're going day by day. We're waiting for football to return and later down the line we will restart with some friendlies.</p>

<p>"In theory, the national team should play friendly matches in September as usual. But there are more important things right now so we need to be patient."</p>


Spain coach Luis Enrique says playing behind closed doors is "sadder than dancing with your own sister", as football faces the prospect of games without supporters for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Spain coach Luis Enrique says playing behind closed doors is "sadder than dancing with your own sister", as football faces the prospect of games without supporters for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus pandemic. Germany's Bundesliga became the first major European league to resume last weekend following the two-month shutdown, with strict hygiene measures enforced at all matches across the country. "(Playing without fans) is sadder than dancing with your own sister. It's not attractive," Luis Enrique told the "Colgados del aro" ("Hanging from the hoop") basketball show on Wednesday. "I watched the German football and it's a sad sight. You hear the voices, you even hear the insults... you lose the intimacy of the better moments. "But you also have to understand it's a business that generates lots of money, and even if the spectacle is a long way from that when there's fans it can help in dealing with the confinement. "Watching football again or any other sport, as a fan it's interesting," he added. Luis Enrique returned to his job as Spain coach in November after resigning last June to take care of his daughter, Xana, who died in August of cancer. "(As a player), I would have liked to get back playing as soon as possible. I have no fear," he said. "I was a bit scared at one moment for my parents, my in-laws and the elderly people I cherish and above all for the people who may suffer. But on a personal level, I have zero fear." Euro 2020 has been postponed by a year due to the health crisis and Luis Enrique admitted the uncertainty was affecting everyone involved. "We're going day by day. We're waiting for football to return and later down the line we will restart with some friendlies. "In theory, the national team should play friendly matches in September as usual. But there are more important things right now so we need to be patient."

Games without fans 'sadder than dancing with your sister', says Luis Enrique

<p>Stuart Broad revealed some of the demands being placed on England cricketers after confirming he was in the first batch to return to individual training on Thursday.</p>

<p>The Nottinghamshire paceman was back at Trent Bridge after being chosen as one of the bowlers selected for personal sessions.</p>

<p>The players are seeking to build up their match fitness ahead of a rescheduled Test series at home to the West Indies in July, which is set to take place behind closed doors due to the coronavirus.</p>

<p>Broad, a 33-year-old veteran of 138 Tests, detailed his training day via his Instagram account, posting a picture of himself taking his temperature with a digital thermometer at home before uploading the result via an app.</p>

<p>When he arrived at Trent Bridge, Broad was given a designated car-parking space and directed straight onto the pitch -- as part of the safety protocols players are not allowed to change in the dressing room and must arrive in their training kit.</p>

<p>He then bowled on his own, with only a physiotherapist -- doubling up as a cameraman -- in attendance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The global health crisis has put matches on hold in England until July 1 at the earliest while in other countries the cricket season is&nbsp;already over.</p>

<p>Despite the pandemic, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is still planning to stage a full home international programme, starting with a three-Test series against the West Indies, which was originally scheduled for June.</p>

<p>Broad was scheduled to be one of up to 18 bowlers involved in training from Thursday at various grounds. Batsmen and wicketkeepers are due to return from June 1.</p>

<p>As well as the West Indies Test series, England's cricket schedule includes three Tests against Pakistan and limited-overs matches against Australia and Ireland.</p>


Stuart Broad revealed some of the demands being placed on England cricketers after confirming he was in the first batch to return to individual training on Thursday.

Stuart Broad revealed some of the demands being placed on England cricketers after confirming he was in the first batch to return to individual training on Thursday. The Nottinghamshire paceman was back at Trent Bridge after being chosen as one of the bowlers selected for personal sessions. The players are seeking to build up their match fitness ahead of a rescheduled Test series at home to the West Indies in July, which is set to take place behind closed doors due to the coronavirus. Broad, a 33-year-old veteran of 138 Tests, detailed his training day via his Instagram account, posting a picture of himself taking his temperature with a digital thermometer at home before uploading the result via an app. When he arrived at Trent Bridge, Broad was given a designated car-parking space and directed straight onto the pitch -- as part of the safety protocols players are not allowed to change in the dressing room and must arrive in their training kit. He then bowled on his own, with only a physiotherapist -- doubling up as a cameraman -- in attendance. The global health crisis has put matches on hold in England until July 1 at the earliest while in other countries the cricket season is already over. Despite the pandemic, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is still planning to stage a full home international programme, starting with a three-Test series against the West Indies, which was originally scheduled for June. Broad was scheduled to be one of up to 18 bowlers involved in training from Thursday at various grounds. Batsmen and wicketkeepers are due to return from June 1. As well as the West Indies Test series, England's cricket schedule includes three Tests against Pakistan and limited-overs matches against Australia and Ireland.

England's Broad gives glimpse into post-lockdown training

<p class="MsoNormal">With the COVID-19 pandemic wiping off the sporting calendar, cricket fans have been left with no live-action to feast their eyes on. Former cricketers and experts, along with fans, have taken to Twitter during the lockdown in a bid to share their thoughts on cricket while recalling some of the memorable incidents from the past.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Veteran cricket commentator and analyst Harsha Bhogle on Wednesday shared his 10 most important incidents in and around Indian cricket in the 90s and then interacted with cricket fans live to discuss other crucial phases of Indian cricket in the 90s.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">At 17.00 hrs today, as part of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> I will be tweeting the 10 most important happenings in and around Indian cricket in the 90s. Then go live on twitter after that. Do send in thoughts/queries using this hashtag <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a> so I can reply to as many as I can</p>
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<p>The hashtag #90sWithHarsha, which was part of Twitter India’s #90sNostalgia initiative to recall some of the important phases in Indian cricket, trended heavily on the platform as fans bombarded the live session with their questions.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here are Harsha Bhogle's&nbsp;10 most important incidents in and around Indian cricket in the 90s:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">9. Tigers at home, lambs overseas. Won/drew every home series, lost/drew every away series except Sri Lanka 1993. Tendulkar's first away win outside Asia was 12 years after debut. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">8. India's historic tour of South Africa in 1992-93. ANC wasn't yet in power, India still had no diplomatic ties, no visas, we knew little about SA cricket and life there. Was a journey into the unknown. Pathbreaking tour, cricket wasn't great. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">7. The arrival of <a href="https://twitter.com/anilkumble1074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@anilkumble1074</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dravid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Dravid</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/SGanguly99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SGanguly99</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/VVSLaxman281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@vvslaxman281</a>. First glimpse of <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@virendersehwag</a>. Set the scene for a lot of joy in the next decade. The formative years were wonderful to watch. Leaves were sprouting, the flowers would bloom. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">6. The spectre of match-fixing. Suspicion grew in our game, in whispers then more loudly, trust was injured. The second half was a low point,the darkness before the dawn. It passed too. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> 90sWithHarsha</p>
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<p>Bhogle's top five made for some interesting choices topped by the decade ruled by Sachin Tendulkar.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">5. TV rights were sold for the first time. Hero Cup was a legal battle &amp; a cricketing event. The value in Indian cricket started getting unlocked. Professional TV prod came to India. Cricket grew beyond Doordarshan. ESPN, then Star Sports arrived. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">4. Pakistan tour of India in 1999. That great Chennai Test, <a href="https://twitter.com/anilkumble1074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@anilkumble1074</a> with the magical all ten in Delhi, full houses, tense cricket with some of the biggest names from both countries. India-Pakistan also played a lot of odi cricket in the 90s. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">3. A world record for Kapil Dev. We couldn't have dreamt an Indian fast bowler would stand atop the cricket world. <a href="https://twitter.com/therealkapildev?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@therealkapildev</a> showed the way for the next generation by making the new ball a weapon. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">2. The World Cup quarter-final of 1996. The most tense, the most viewed event of its times. India didn't move from the TV screen. Prasad vs Sohail,Jadeja's onslaught,Sidhu's innings,calming Kumble. The high of the QF, the shattering low of the SF <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">1.The Decade of Tendulkar.The confidence.The aggression.The youthfulness.The trust. In an India that was opening up,<a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sachin_rt</a> stood for what was possible. Perth, Chennai, Auckland, World Cup 96, Capetown, Sharjah, Melbourne. Sachin became part of us. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a></p>
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<p>After revealing his 10 most-important happenings in and around Indian cricket, Bhogle conducted a live interaction where he answered to the questions sent by his fans.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Live on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sWithHarsha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sWithHarsha</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/90sNostalgia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#90sNostalgia</a> <a href="https://t.co/47JtEGSGcu">https://t.co/47JtEGSGcu</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">He played a big part on ensuring Indian cricket became powerful. Backed the players all the way. <a href="https://t.co/ynZHBhVRj4">https://t.co/ynZHBhVRj4</a></p>
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/1263090760993259520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 20, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">One of the biggest disappointments. I thought India could have won it that year <a href="https://t.co/1Me3UQRuSZ">https://t.co/1Me3UQRuSZ</a></p>
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/1263090386165088257?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 20, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>With cricket slowly trying to move towards resumption, some more interesting interactions could be unveiled on Twitter in future.&nbsp;</p>

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With the COVID-19 pandemic wiping off the sporting calendar, cricket fans have been left with no live-action to feast their eyes on. Former cricketers and experts, along with fans, have taken to Twitter during the lockdown in a bid to share their thoughts on cricket while recalling some of the memorable incidents from the past.

With the COVID-19 pandemic wiping off the sporting calendar, cricket fans have been left with no live-action to feast their eyes on. Former cricketers and experts, along with fans, have taken to Twitter during the lockdown in a bid to share their thoughts on cricket while recalling some of the memorable incidents from the past. Veteran cricket commentator and analyst Harsha Bhogle on Wednesday shared his 10 most important incidents in and around Indian cricket in the 90s and then interacted with cricket fans live to discuss other crucial phases of Indian cricket in the 90s. At 17.00 hrs today, as part of #90sNostalgia I will be tweeting the 10 most important happenings in and around Indian cricket in the 90s. Then go live on twitter after that. Do send in thoughts/queries using this hashtag #90sWithHarsha so I can reply to as many as I can — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × The hashtag #90sWithHarsha, which was part of Twitter India’s #90sNostalgia initiative to recall some of the important phases in Indian cricket, trended heavily on the platform as fans bombarded the live session with their questions. Here are Harsha Bhogle's 10 most important incidents in and around Indian cricket in the 90s: 10. Advertisers like #Pepsi with #NothingOfficialAboutIt #YehDilMaangeMore and other slogans taking cricketers into non-cricket homes via entertainment and investing money into Indian cricket. Significant part of making Indian cricket rich. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 9. Tigers at home, lambs overseas. Won/drew every home series, lost/drew every away series except Sri Lanka 1993. Tendulkar's first away win outside Asia was 12 years after debut. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 8. India's historic tour of South Africa in 1992-93. ANC wasn't yet in power, India still had no diplomatic ties, no visas, we knew little about SA cricket and life there. Was a journey into the unknown. Pathbreaking tour, cricket wasn't great. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 7. The arrival of @anilkumble1074, #Dravid, @SGanguly99, @vvslaxman281. First glimpse of @virendersehwag. Set the scene for a lot of joy in the next decade. The formative years were wonderful to watch. Leaves were sprouting, the flowers would bloom. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 6. The spectre of match-fixing. Suspicion grew in our game, in whispers then more loudly, trust was injured. The second half was a low point,the darkness before the dawn. It passed too. #90sNostalgia 90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × Bhogle's top five made for some interesting choices topped by the decade ruled by Sachin Tendulkar. 5. TV rights were sold for the first time. Hero Cup was a legal battle & a cricketing event. The value in Indian cricket started getting unlocked. Professional TV prod came to India. Cricket grew beyond Doordarshan. ESPN, then Star Sports arrived. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 4. Pakistan tour of India in 1999. That great Chennai Test, @anilkumble1074 with the magical all ten in Delhi, full houses, tense cricket with some of the biggest names from both countries. India-Pakistan also played a lot of odi cricket in the 90s. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 3. A world record for Kapil Dev. We couldn't have dreamt an Indian fast bowler would stand atop the cricket world. @therealkapildev showed the way for the next generation by making the new ball a weapon. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 2. The World Cup quarter-final of 1996. The most tense, the most viewed event of its times. India didn't move from the TV screen. Prasad vs Sohail,Jadeja's onslaught,Sidhu's innings,calming Kumble. The high of the QF, the shattering low of the SF #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × 1.The Decade of Tendulkar.The confidence.The aggression.The youthfulness.The trust. In an India that was opening up,@sachin_rt stood for what was possible. Perth, Chennai, Auckland, World Cup 96, Capetown, Sharjah, Melbourne. Sachin became part of us. #90sNostalgia #90sWithHarsha — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × After revealing his 10 most-important happenings in and around Indian cricket, Bhogle conducted a live interaction where he answered to the questions sent by his fans. Live on #90sWithHarsha #90sNostalgia https://t.co/47JtEGSGcu — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × He played a big part on ensuring Indian cricket became powerful. Backed the players all the way. https://t.co/ynZHBhVRj4 — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × One of the biggest disappointments. I thought India could have won it that year https://t.co/1Me3UQRuSZ — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 20, 2020 × With cricket slowly trying to move towards resumption, some more interesting interactions could be unveiled on Twitter in future.

Harsha Bhogle picks his top 10 Indian cricket moments from the 90s as nostalgia kicks in on Twitter

<p>Sparring was declared prohibited for contact disciplines as the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Thursday unveiled the Standard Operating Procedure for training but did not say when exactly it will resume amid the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>The home ministry allowed the opening of sports complexes and stadia in its guidelines for the fourth phase of the lockdown, which has been extended till May 31. However, SAI sidestepped queries on when exactly training can resume.</p>

<p>"Resumption of training will depend on local administration's approval," said SAI secretary Rohit Bhardwaj in an online press conference to unveil the SOP.</p>

<p>Disinfection of training equipment after every use, a bar on sparring, and usage of gyms in shifts are among the measures to tackle the COVID-19 threat in SAI's SOP, released formally after approval from the sports and home ministry.</p>

<p>A six-member committee, headed by Bharadwaj, formulated the protocol.</p>

<p>The document makes Arogya Setu app mandatory for all athletes and staff and calls for strict social distancing at training venues.</p>

<p>Increased sanitation measures and stringent supervision of athletes' health are also among a slew of measures to prevent the deadly infection.&nbsp;</p>


Sparring was declared prohibited for contact disciplines as the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Thursday unveiled the Standard Operating Procedure for training but did not say when exactly it will resume amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sparring was declared prohibited for contact disciplines as the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Thursday unveiled the Standard Operating Procedure for training but did not say when exactly it will resume amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The home ministry allowed the opening of sports complexes and stadia in its guidelines for the fourth phase of the lockdown, which has been extended till May 31. However, SAI sidestepped queries on when exactly training can resume. "Resumption of training will depend on local administration's approval," said SAI secretary Rohit Bhardwaj in an online press conference to unveil the SOP. Disinfection of training equipment after every use, a bar on sparring, and usage of gyms in shifts are among the measures to tackle the COVID-19 threat in SAI's SOP, released formally after approval from the sports and home ministry. A six-member committee, headed by Bharadwaj, formulated the protocol. The document makes Arogya Setu app mandatory for all athletes and staff and calls for strict social distancing at training venues. Increased sanitation measures and stringent supervision of athletes' health are also among a slew of measures to prevent the deadly infection.

No sparring for now: SAI releases SOP for training but doesn't say when it will resume

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