Pep Guardiola on Monday called on his Manchester City players to control their emotions if they are to reach a first ever Champions League final as they take a 2-1 lead into the second leg of their semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain.

City came from behind with a stunning second-half performance in the French capital last week to take a giant step towards a goal they have been chasing ever since Sheikh Mansour's takeover in 2008 transformed the club's fortunes.

Guardiola has won the Champions League twice as a coach when in charge of Barcelona, but has failed to do so in the past 10 years as he has suffered numerous agonising exits from Europe's premier club competition as Barca, Bayern Munich and City boss.

City moved to the brink of sealing a third Premier League title in four years at the weekend and Guardiola urged his side to maintain the same focus they have all season to see off PSG on Tuesday.

“The second-leg of semi-final always the toughest game, more than the final. We have to control our emotions to do exactly what we have to do," said Guardiola at his pre-match press conference.

"You cannot play 90 minutes like we played in the second half (in Paris). I would love to but it won't happen.

“You have to understand it will be a big battle and we are going to suffer. They have to visualise that we are going to do it.

"What we have to do is not different to what we have done over the last seven months. Go out and play our game and win."

PSG are also dreaming of winning the Champions League for the first time, but if they are to progress to the final for a second consecutive season, they will need to score at least twice at the Etihad.

City have not conceded more than once in a Champions League game all season as the centre-back partnership of Ruben Dias and John Stones has eradicated the sort of defensive lapses that have cost Guardiola's men in previous years in this competition.

Stones admitted the English champions-elect have to remain wary of the "world class" talents of PSG star duo Kylian Mbappe and Neymar, but said City are confident of finally getting to the final

"I think (we are) quietly confident, we have to be. It is a big occasion for us as players and as a club, a chance to get into a Champions League final," said Stones.

"We have got to go into it where we left off. We are really confident and excited for the challenge ahead."

Mbappe is an injury doubt after sitting out Saturday's 2-1 win over Lens due to a calf strain.

The French World Cup winner has travelled to Manchester with the rest of the PSG squad and Guardiola dismissed any suggestion he won't be available.

"He is going to play," added Guardiola. "I am looking forward to him playing, for the football and the game itself."

Pep Guardiola on Monday called on his Manchester City players to control their emotions if they are to reach a first ever Champions League final as they take a 2-1 lead into the second leg of their semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain.

Pep Guardiola on Monday called on his Manchester City players to control their emotions if they are to reach a first ever Champions League final as they take a 2-1 lead into the second leg of their semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain. City came from behind with a stunning second-half performance in the French capital last week to take a giant step towards a goal they have been chasing ever since Sheikh Mansour's takeover in 2008 transformed the club's fortunes. Guardiola has won the Champions League twice as a coach when in charge of Barcelona, but has failed to do so in the past 10 years as he has suffered numerous agonising exits from Europe's premier club competition as Barca, Bayern Munich and City boss. City moved to the brink of sealing a third Premier League title in four years at the weekend and Guardiola urged his side to maintain the same focus they have all season to see off PSG on Tuesday. “The second-leg of semi-final always the toughest game, more than the final. We have to control our emotions to do exactly what we have to do," said Guardiola at his pre-match press conference. "You cannot play 90 minutes like we played in the second half (in Paris). I would love to but it won't happen. “You have to understand it will be a big battle and we are going to suffer. They have to visualise that we are going to do it. "What we have to do is not different to what we have done over the last seven months. Go out and play our game and win." PSG are also dreaming of winning the Champions League for the first time, but if they are to progress to the final for a second consecutive season, they will need to score at least twice at the Etihad. City have not conceded more than once in a Champions League game all season as the centre-back partnership of Ruben Dias and John Stones has eradicated the sort of defensive lapses that have cost Guardiola's men in previous years in this competition. Stones admitted the English champions-elect have to remain wary of the "world class" talents of PSG star duo Kylian Mbappe and Neymar, but said City are confident of finally getting to the final "I think (we are) quietly confident, we have to be. It is a big occasion for us as players and as a club, a chance to get into a Champions League final," said Stones. "We have got to go into it where we left off. We are really confident and excited for the challenge ahead." Mbappe is an injury doubt after sitting out Saturday's 2-1 win over Lens due to a calf strain. The French World Cup winner has travelled to Manchester with the rest of the PSG squad and Guardiola dismissed any suggestion he won't be available. "He is going to play," added Guardiola. "I am looking forward to him playing, for the football and the game itself."

Guardiola calls for Man City cool heads to see off PSG

Raphael Varane is set to miss Real Madrid's crunch Champions League second leg against Chelsea on Wednesday after the club confirmed he has sustained an adductor injury.

Varane was taken off at half-time of Madrid's 2-0 win over Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday and the French defender is now expected to sit out the game at Stamford Bridge.

Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Chelsea in last week's first leg at Valdebebas.

"After the tests carried out today on our player Raphael Varane by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he was diagnosed with an injury to the right adductor muscle," Real Madrid said in a statement on Monday.

Varane's injury is another major blow for Madrid, who are also in the heat of La Liga's title race, with a pivotal match at home to Sevilla coming up on Sunday.&nbsp;

Zinedine Zidane's side are two points behind Atletico Madrid, with four games left to play.

Eder Militao and Nacho Fernandez will likely form the central defensive partnership against Chelsea after they excelled while Varane was recently absent due to a positive test for Covid-19.

Sergio Ramos is also nearing a return to fitness following a calf injury, but it would be a surprise if the 35-year-old was thrown back in against Chelsea, after more than a month out.

Raphael Varane is set to miss Real Madrid's crunch Champions League second leg against Chelsea on Wednesday after the club confirmed he has sustained an adductor injury.

Raphael Varane is set to miss Real Madrid's crunch Champions League second leg against Chelsea on Wednesday after the club confirmed he has sustained an adductor injury. Varane was taken off at half-time of Madrid's 2-0 win over Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday and the French defender is now expected to sit out the game at Stamford Bridge. Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Chelsea in last week's first leg at Valdebebas. "After the tests carried out today on our player Raphael Varane by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he was diagnosed with an injury to the right adductor muscle," Real Madrid said in a statement on Monday. Varane's injury is another major blow for Madrid, who are also in the heat of La Liga's title race, with a pivotal match at home to Sevilla coming up on Sunday. Zinedine Zidane's side are two points behind Atletico Madrid, with four games left to play. Eder Militao and Nacho Fernandez will likely form the central defensive partnership against Chelsea after they excelled while Varane was recently absent due to a positive test for Covid-19. Sergio Ramos is also nearing a return to fitness following a calf injury, but it would be a surprise if the 35-year-old was thrown back in against Chelsea, after more than a month out.

Varane to miss Chelsea return after Real Madrid confirm injury

In another development in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 related to the COVID-19 outbreak, the entire Delhi Capitals (DC) contingent including players and support staff have gone into quarantine after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) asked them to isolate themselves.<o:p></o:p>

The instructions from the cricket board come as Delhi had played against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 29. Earlier on Monday, two players from KKR – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested posted for COVID-19. <o:p></o:p>

"As we had played our last game against KKR, we have been advised to go into quarantine and all of us are in isolation. We are all in our rooms," a Delhi Capitals official told Cricbuzz.

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The time frame of the quarantine period is yet to be known but there are no guarantees that Delhi Capitals’ scheduled practice session at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday (May 4) will go ahead as scheduled.<o:p></o:p>

"We don't have any information if that practice session will go ahead," the official said.<o:p></o:p>

DC and KKR next lock horns on May 8 in Ahmedabad.

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Meanwhile, besides the KKR duo testing positive for the dreaded virus, two members of the CSK staff returned positive. While bowling coach L Balaji was tested positive, CSK’s bus cleaner also contracted the virus. <o:p></o:p>

However, there are no suggestions that IPL 2021 will be cancelled.

In another development in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 related to the COVID-19 outbreak, the entire Delhi Capitals (DC) contingent including players and support staff have gone into quarantine after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) asked them to isolate themselves.

In another development in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 related to the COVID-19 outbreak, the entire Delhi Capitals (DC) contingent including players and support staff have gone into quarantine after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) asked them to isolate themselves. The instructions from the cricket board come as Delhi had played against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 29. Earlier on Monday, two players from KKR – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested posted for COVID-19. "As we had played our last game against KKR, we have been advised to go into quarantine and all of us are in isolation. We are all in our rooms," a Delhi Capitals official told Cricbuzz. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: KKR CEO Venky Mysore sheds light on situation as Varun, Sandeep test positive for COVID-19 The time frame of the quarantine period is yet to be known but there are no guarantees that Delhi Capitals’ scheduled practice session at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday (May 4) will go ahead as scheduled. "We don't have any information if that practice session will go ahead," the official said. DC and KKR next lock horns on May 8 in Ahmedabad. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: England players given choice to quit or carry on playing - Report Meanwhile, besides the KKR duo testing positive for the dreaded virus, two members of the CSK staff returned positive. While bowling coach L Balaji was tested positive, CSK’s bus cleaner also contracted the virus. However, there are no suggestions that IPL 2021 will be cancelled.

Delhi Capitals told to quarantine as COVID-19 hits IPL 2021

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was rocked on Monday when two players from Kolkata Knight Riders – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested positive for COVID-19. The development forced the BCCI to reschedule the match between KKR and Royal Challengers Bangalore, which was to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday.<o:p></o:p>

While both Varun and Sandeep are isolating after testing positive, all other KKR members have returned negative. However, KKR are strictly following the SOPs and have quarantined all the players and members in their respective hotel rooms. <o:p></o:p>

KKR CEO and Managing Director, Venky Mysore, has now shed light on the situation as he said the franchise was quick to take the necessary precautions and bring the situation under control. <o:p></o:p>

"Difficult times, but I'm happy to report that both Varun and Sandeep are doing well," Mysore told Star Sports.

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"We have taken all the precautions that are necessary and have been advised by the medical teams of IPL and KKR and also getting appropriate advice from outside on what the right thing to do is. Sandeep, in particular, is doing fine. No temperature, no other symptoms, and he is feeling good. Varun is still a little under the weather, but better than yesterday and both of them are in good spirits."<o:p></o:p>

KKR, including owner Shah Rukh Khan, joined the players and staff on a video call to boost everyone’s morale. The KKR CEO further said that players may return back to training on May 6 upon completing the quarantine.<o:p></o:p>

Speaking on the immediate steps in consultation with the officials and other governing bodies involved, Venky Mysore said:

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"I think everyone has been very proactive. We found out approximately 24 hours ago about Varun testing positive, so the immediate steps we took was to isolate him, and then later on in the night when we got test results which also involved Sandeep, we put them on a different floor with a different Air Conditioning ducts system to make sure others are appropriately protected. We have asked everybody in the bubble (players, support staff, management, hotel staff and service staff) to quarantine, so they are isolated in their rooms. The food delivery is on a knock and drop basis, which everyone has gotten used to by now.<o:p></o:p>

"The target completion date of this five day with this daily testing is the 6th of May," Venky Mysore said. <o:p></o:p>

"The team doctor was on the call as well, and his assessment is that if everything's goes well, the plan that we have put in place, we should be able to get the results sometime later in the day on the 6th of May which means that potentially we could even get out that evening for a practice subject to what the coaches want to do and then get ready for 7th and 8th depending on when the rescheduled games would potentially take place."<o:p></o:p>

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was rocked on Monday when two players from Kolkata Knight Riders – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested positive for COVID-19.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was rocked on Monday when two players from Kolkata Knight Riders – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested positive for COVID-19. The development forced the BCCI to reschedule the match between KKR and Royal Challengers Bangalore, which was to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday. While both Varun and Sandeep are isolating after testing positive, all other KKR members have returned negative. However, KKR are strictly following the SOPs and have quarantined all the players and members in their respective hotel rooms. KKR CEO and Managing Director, Venky Mysore, has now shed light on the situation as he said the franchise was quick to take the necessary precautions and bring the situation under control. "Difficult times, but I'm happy to report that both Varun and Sandeep are doing well," Mysore told Star Sports. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: England players given choice to quit or carry on playing - Report "We have taken all the precautions that are necessary and have been advised by the medical teams of IPL and KKR and also getting appropriate advice from outside on what the right thing to do is. Sandeep, in particular, is doing fine. No temperature, no other symptoms, and he is feeling good. Varun is still a little under the weather, but better than yesterday and both of them are in good spirits." KKR, including owner Shah Rukh Khan, joined the players and staff on a video call to boost everyone’s morale. The KKR CEO further said that players may return back to training on May 6 upon completing the quarantine. Speaking on the immediate steps in consultation with the officials and other governing bodies involved, Venky Mysore said: ALSO READ: Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman likely to leave IPL 2021 early "I think everyone has been very proactive. We found out approximately 24 hours ago about Varun testing positive, so the immediate steps we took was to isolate him, and then later on in the night when we got test results which also involved Sandeep, we put them on a different floor with a different Air Conditioning ducts system to make sure others are appropriately protected. We have asked everybody in the bubble (players, support staff, management, hotel staff and service staff) to quarantine, so they are isolated in their rooms. The food delivery is on a knock and drop basis, which everyone has gotten used to by now. "The target completion date of this five day with this daily testing is the 6th of May," Venky Mysore said. "The team doctor was on the call as well, and his assessment is that if everything's goes well, the plan that we have put in place, we should be able to get the results sometime later in the day on the 6th of May which means that potentially we could even get out that evening for a practice subject to what the coaches want to do and then get ready for 7th and 8th depending on when the rescheduled games would potentially take place."

IPL 2021: KKR CEO Venky Mysore sheds light on situation as Varun, Sandeep test positive for COVID-19

England have said that their players participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 must make their own minds whether to carry playing the tournament as COVID-19 continues to ravage the nation. At least two franchises have been affected by the virus after KKR players – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – and CSK staff – L Balaji and bus cleaner – tested positive for COVID-19.<o:p></o:p>

The T20 tournament headed into turmoil on Monday with the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore being postponed after positive results.<o:p></o:p>

However, the IPL 2021 will, in all likelihood, continue and ECB remains concrete with their decision to not withdraw any of the 11 English players in the lucrative tournament. <o:p></o:p>

Instead, the ECB has given an option to carry on with the IPL 2021 or quit and face 10 days in quarantine before they can return to their homeland. <o:p></o:p>

“We continue to monitor and communicate with our players and staff currently in India,” said an ECB spokesperson as quoted by DailyMail.<o:p></o:p>

“In terms of continued participation it will be a decision taken by each individual. We acknowledge these are challenging times and our thoughts are with the people of India.”<o:p></o:p>

Meanwhile, reports suggest that Chakaravarthy recently left KKR’s bubble in Ahmedabad via the IPL ‘green channel’ to have a shoulder scan and it is being assumed that the spinner contracted the virus there.<o:p></o:p>

The match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, on Tuesday, is on as scheduled.<o:p></o:p>

There has been no indication of any of England's 11 – Morgan, Buttler, Sam and Tom Curran, Moeen, Chris Woakes, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Billings, Chris Jordan, Jason Roy and Dawid Malan – flying back before the end of the tournament on May 30

England have said that their players participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 must make their own minds whether to carry playing the tournament as COVID-19 continues to ravage the nation.

England have said that their players participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 must make their own minds whether to carry playing the tournament as COVID-19 continues to ravage the nation. At least two franchises have been affected by the virus after KKR players – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – and CSK staff – L Balaji and bus cleaner – tested positive for COVID-19. The T20 tournament headed into turmoil on Monday with the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore being postponed after positive results. However, the IPL 2021 will, in all likelihood, continue and ECB remains concrete with their decision to not withdraw any of the 11 English players in the lucrative tournament. Instead, the ECB has given an option to carry on with the IPL 2021 or quit and face 10 days in quarantine before they can return to their homeland. “We continue to monitor and communicate with our players and staff currently in India,” said an ECB spokesperson as quoted by DailyMail. “In terms of continued participation it will be a decision taken by each individual. We acknowledge these are challenging times and our thoughts are with the people of India.” Meanwhile, reports suggest that Chakaravarthy recently left KKR’s bubble in Ahmedabad via the IPL ‘green channel’ to have a shoulder scan and it is being assumed that the spinner contracted the virus there. The match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, on Tuesday, is on as scheduled. There has been no indication of any of England's 11 – Morgan, Buttler, Sam and Tom Curran, Moeen, Chris Woakes, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Billings, Chris Jordan, Jason Roy and Dawid Malan – flying back before the end of the tournament on May 30

IPL 2021: England players given choice to quit or carry on playing - Report

New Zealand have replaced reigning World champions England as the number one ranked side in the ODI rankings but England have consolidated their position at the top of the T20I table after the annual update carried out on Monday.

These updates eliminate results from 2017-18 and halve the weighting of matches played in 2019-20 which includes the 2019 World Cup.

New Zealand, who defeated Bangladesh 3-0 in their only ODI series during the past year, have advanced two slots in the ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings after gaining three rating points to reach an aggregate of 121. Australia are second with 118 points while India and England are both on 115, the former ahead on decimal points.

England’s slip down to fourth position comes in the second annual update since they won the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup at Lord’s in the summer of 2019. In the past 12 months, they have suffered 2-1 series losses to Australia and India, as well as an ODI loss to Ireland.&nbsp;

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The latest update, which rates all matches played since May 2020 at 100 per cent and those of the previous two years at 50 per cent, sees Australia move up two places from fourth to second and India drop one place to third. The West Indies have overtaken Sri Lanka to ninth position.

The Netherlands have been allowed to retain their ranking despite only having played four ODIs during the new rating period, since their scheduled fixtures were postponed as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

England remain the top-ranked side in the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings, extending their lead over India to five points. During this period, they drew a three-match series against Pakistan 1-1, defeated Australia 2-1 and South Africa 3-0 before losing an away series to India by a 3-2 margin.

New Zealand have also gained in the annual T20I update, moving up from fifth to third after series wins over the West Indies, Pakistan, Australia and Bangladesh. Australia have moved the other way, down from third to fifth.

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In other movements at the top of the T20I rankings table, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have gained one place each to reach eighth and ninth positions, respectively, while the West Indies have dropped two places to 10th.

There has been no change of places in either format for Afghanistan, Pakistan or South Africa. Afghanistan are 10th in ODIs and seventh in T20Is, Pakistan are sixth in ODIs and fourth in T20Is while South Africa are fifth in ODIs and sixth in T20Is.

Despite the pandemic, 80 countries have played the requisite six T20Is over the past three years to remain in the rankings. Five countries have lost their ranking after the update – Gambia, Ghana, Hungary, Sierra Leone and Sweden.

The annual update to the Test rankings will be carried out following the conclusion of the ongoing Pakistan v Zimbabwe series.

New Zealand have replaced reigning World champions England as the number one ranked side in the ODI rankings but England have consolidated their position at the top of the T20I table after the annual update carried out on Monday.

New Zealand have replaced reigning World champions England as the number one ranked side in the ODI rankings but England have consolidated their position at the top of the T20I table after the annual update carried out on Monday. These updates eliminate results from 2017-18 and halve the weighting of matches played in 2019-20 which includes the 2019 World Cup. New Zealand, who defeated Bangladesh 3-0 in their only ODI series during the past year, have advanced two slots in the ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings after gaining three rating points to reach an aggregate of 121. Australia are second with 118 points while India and England are both on 115, the former ahead on decimal points. England’s slip down to fourth position comes in the second annual update since they won the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup at Lord’s in the summer of 2019. In the past 12 months, they have suffered 2-1 series losses to Australia and India, as well as an ODI loss to Ireland. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: 'Blood on your hands PM' - Michael Slater slams Australian government for banning citizens returning from India The latest update, which rates all matches played since May 2020 at 100 per cent and those of the previous two years at 50 per cent, sees Australia move up two places from fourth to second and India drop one place to third. The West Indies have overtaken Sri Lanka to ninth position. The Netherlands have been allowed to retain their ranking despite only having played four ODIs during the new rating period, since their scheduled fixtures were postponed as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. England remain the top-ranked side in the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings, extending their lead over India to five points. During this period, they drew a three-match series against Pakistan 1-1, defeated Australia 2-1 and South Africa 3-0 before losing an away series to India by a 3-2 margin. New Zealand have also gained in the annual T20I update, moving up from fifth to third after series wins over the West Indies, Pakistan, Australia and Bangladesh. Australia have moved the other way, down from third to fifth. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia pledges AUD 50,000 to help India in the battle against COVID-19 In other movements at the top of the T20I rankings table, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have gained one place each to reach eighth and ninth positions, respectively, while the West Indies have dropped two places to 10th. There has been no change of places in either format for Afghanistan, Pakistan or South Africa. Afghanistan are 10th in ODIs and seventh in T20Is, Pakistan are sixth in ODIs and fourth in T20Is while South Africa are fifth in ODIs and sixth in T20Is. Despite the pandemic, 80 countries have played the requisite six T20Is over the past three years to remain in the rankings. Five countries have lost their ranking after the update – Gambia, Ghana, Hungary, Sierra Leone and Sweden. The annual update to the Test rankings will be carried out following the conclusion of the ongoing Pakistan v Zimbabwe series.

ICC Men's Team Rankings: New Zealand top-ranked ODI side after annual update, India slip to third

Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket. The 32-year-old featured in six Tests, 166 ODIs, and 84 T20Is. He tasted the most accomplishment in the ODI cricket, scoring 2338 runs and scalping175 wickets.&nbsp;

Thisara Perera smashed the six that won Sri Lanka the 2014 T20 World Cup against India in Dhaka. He likewise played a splendid knock of 22 not-out from nine balls in the 2011 World Cup against India. The innings, however, has&nbsp;been forgotten as Sri Lanka proceeded to lose the showdown.

The all-rounder's choice to resign comes in the wake of reports that Sri Lankan selectors are thinking about dropping a few senior cricketers, including Thisara Perera, from the ODI side.

A senior official enlightened Newswire that Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Suranga Lakmal, and Thisara Perera are probably not going to be considered for the impending restricted overs visits.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka are ought to play an ODI series in Bangladesh, just as ODIs and T20Is in England.&nbsp;

While Thisara Perera last played a Test match back in 2012, he was important for the limited-overs squad that as of late visited the West Indies. He additionally drove the Jaffna Stallions to triumph in the debut Lanka Premier League before the end of last year. 
 
Thisara Perera thanked the team captains he has served under during his international career, teammates, both past and present, the Executive Committee&nbsp;of Sri Lanka Cricket, Management, and the staff, for the support they extended to him during his career.

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“I take pride in the fact that I was able to represent Sri Lanka in seven cricket world cups and be a contributing member of the 2014 T20 World Cup win against India in Bangladesh. Easily the highlight of My Life,’’ Perera mentioned in his letter.

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“Thisara was a brilliant all-rounder, who has contributed immensely as a player to Sri Lanka Cricket and played a part in some of the glorious cricketing moments of the country,’ said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, whilst paying tribute to the former Captain.

Thisara Perera turned out to be the only Sri Lankan and just the 10th player to hit six sixes in an over and the 6th to do as such in domestic cricket. Herschelle Gibbs, Yuvraj Singh, and, most as of late, Kieron Pollard have accomplished the accomplishment in global cricket. 
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Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket. The 32-year-old featured in six Tests, 166 ODIs, and 84 T20Is.

Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket. The 32-year-old featured in six Tests, 166 ODIs, and 84 T20Is. He tasted the most accomplishment in the ODI cricket, scoring 2338 runs and scalping175 wickets. Thisara Perera smashed the six that won Sri Lanka the 2014 T20 World Cup against India in Dhaka. He likewise played a splendid knock of 22 not-out from nine balls in the 2011 World Cup against India. The innings, however, has been forgotten as Sri Lanka proceeded to lose the showdown. The all-rounder's choice to resign comes in the wake of reports that Sri Lankan selectors are thinking about dropping a few senior cricketers, including Thisara Perera, from the ODI side. A senior official enlightened Newswire that Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Suranga Lakmal, and Thisara Perera are probably not going to be considered for the impending restricted overs visits. Sri Lanka are ought to play an ODI series in Bangladesh, just as ODIs and T20Is in England. While Thisara Perera last played a Test match back in 2012, he was important for the limited-overs squad that as of late visited the West Indies. He additionally drove the Jaffna Stallions to triumph in the debut Lanka Premier League before the end of last year. Thisara Perera thanked the team captains he has served under during his international career, teammates, both past and present, the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket, Management, and the staff, for the support they extended to him during his career. ALSO READ: Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman likely to leave IPL 2021 early Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the retirement of Thisara Perera from International Cricket with immediate effect. READ: https://t.co/RhvX9MqbSQ⬇️ — Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) May 3, 2021 × “I take pride in the fact that I was able to represent Sri Lanka in seven cricket world cups and be a contributing member of the 2014 T20 World Cup win against India in Bangladesh. Easily the highlight of My Life,’’ Perera mentioned in his letter. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: No plans for Cricket Australia charter flight for IPL players: Nick Hockley “Thisara was a brilliant all-rounder, who has contributed immensely as a player to Sri Lanka Cricket and played a part in some of the glorious cricketing moments of the country,’ said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, whilst paying tribute to the former Captain. Thisara Perera turned out to be the only Sri Lankan and just the 10th player to hit six sixes in an over and the 6th to do as such in domestic cricket. Herschelle Gibbs, Yuvraj Singh, and, most as of late, Kieron Pollard have accomplished the accomplishment in global cricket.

Sri Lankan all-rounder Thisara Perera retires from international cricket

Bangladesh players Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman might have to return to their country from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 sooner than planned. The development comes due to the quarantine rule imposed by the Bangladesh health ministry, Nizamuddin Chowdhury, the Bangladesh Cricket Board chief said on Monday. <o:p></o:p>

The new quarantine rule by the Bangladesh health ministry, which came into effect from May 1, states that travelers coming from India and South Africa will have to undergo a 14-day quarantine period before resuming work. BCB will need special permission from the Directorate General of Health Services to avail any relaxation on the new rule.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p></o:p>

Earlier, BCB had reduced the quarantine for their foreign coaching staff and cricketers but the scale of the second COVID-19 wave reduces the chances of the same happening this time.

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The Bangladesh cricket team is expected to return from Sri Lanka soon and they are unlikely to follow the same quarantine rule. <o:p></o:p>

"We have asked them (Shakib and Mustafizur) to let us know what is their plan for the next 15 days while we have also asked the health ministry to know what kind of quarantine protocol the two players will need to follow,'' BCB chief executive Nizamuddin Chowdhury told Cricbuzz on Monday.<o:p></o:p>

Shakib and Mustafizur were expected to return on May 19 and would have joined the Bangladesh team upon completing a mandatory three-day quarantine for the ODI series against Sri Lanka.

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"If the health ministry suggests that they will have to follow seven or 14 days quarantine, they will have to return earlier than scheduled from IPL. But before that, we have to know what rules will be in place for them," he said. "We are bound by the Bangladesh Government rules, and will take decisions according to the guideline provided by the government."<o:p></o:p>

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Bangladesh players Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman might have to return to their country from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 sooner than planned.

Bangladesh players Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman might have to return to their country from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 sooner than planned. The development comes due to the quarantine rule imposed by the Bangladesh health ministry, Nizamuddin Chowdhury, the Bangladesh Cricket Board chief said on Monday. The new quarantine rule by the Bangladesh health ministry, which came into effect from May 1, states that travelers coming from India and South Africa will have to undergo a 14-day quarantine period before resuming work. BCB will need special permission from the Directorate General of Health Services to avail any relaxation on the new rule. Earlier, BCB had reduced the quarantine for their foreign coaching staff and cricketers but the scale of the second COVID-19 wave reduces the chances of the same happening this time. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: No plans for Cricket Australia charter flight for IPL players: Nick Hockley The Bangladesh cricket team is expected to return from Sri Lanka soon and they are unlikely to follow the same quarantine rule. "We have asked them (Shakib and Mustafizur) to let us know what is their plan for the next 15 days while we have also asked the health ministry to know what kind of quarantine protocol the two players will need to follow,'' BCB chief executive Nizamuddin Chowdhury told Cricbuzz on Monday. Shakib and Mustafizur were expected to return on May 19 and would have joined the Bangladesh team upon completing a mandatory three-day quarantine for the ODI series against Sri Lanka. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: 'Blood on your hands PM' - Michael Slater slams Australian government for banning citizens returning from India "If the health ministry suggests that they will have to follow seven or 14 days quarantine, they will have to return earlier than scheduled from IPL. But before that, we have to know what rules will be in place for them," he said. "We are bound by the Bangladesh Government rules, and will take decisions according to the guideline provided by the government."

Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman likely to leave IPL 2021 early

Cricket Australia has no prompt intention&nbsp;to provide a charter flight for the return of players at present occupied with the Indian Premier League and claims it's untimely to hypothesise about bringing home plans with the competition planned to run for a further a month.&nbsp;

As India's COVID-19 case numbers keep on taking off, the Australian Government declared an interruption on all approaching departures from India until May 15 and accordingly cautioned that Australian residents who got back during that period in the wake of being in India could look as long as five years' prison.

While the Australian players staying at the IPL have not shown goals to return before the competition's fulfillment, Brisbane Heat skipper Chris Lynn, a week ago,&nbsp;glided the possibility of CA financing a sanction trip to localise their contracted players when the opposition wraps up.&nbsp;

"I texted back that as Cricket Australia make 10% of every IPL contract was there a chance we could spend that money this year on a charter flight once the tournament is over?" - Chris Lynn.

In any case, Cricket Australia's Chief Executive Officer Nick Hockley said today there was presently "no suggestion" of a charter flight.

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Nick Hockley added that while Cricket Australia stayed in ordinary contact with the major parts in India and stayed "very concerned" about their prosperity and safe get back, it was untimely to hypothesize on the coordinations of bringing home.

"There's no suggestion at the moment of any charter flight," Nick Hockley before news emerged of two positive tests in the IPL bubble.

"We're working closely and talking closely with the ACA (Australian Cricketers' Association), with the players, and with the BCCI to make sure everyone's okay and the people have got full information.

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"We've been in touch with the players there and they are generally in good spirits.

He said it was additionally too soon to theorize on the conceivable emergency courses of action should the pause on departures from India reach out past May 15, however noticed that players leaving India for another authority and spending quarantine time there before returning home had been broached.

As has truly been the situation, the IPL is directed during a time of CA-contracted players' yearly leave which implies the cricketers have adequately ventured out to India under their own volition to participate in the two-month competition. 
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Cricket Australia has no prompt intention to provide a charter flight for the return of players at present occupied with the Indian Premier League and claims it's untimely to hypothesise about bringing home plans with the competition planned to run for a further a month.

Cricket Australia has no prompt intention to provide a charter flight for the return of players at present occupied with the Indian Premier League and claims it's untimely to hypothesise about bringing home plans with the competition planned to run for a further a month. As India's COVID-19 case numbers keep on taking off, the Australian Government declared an interruption on all approaching departures from India until May 15 and accordingly cautioned that Australian residents who got back during that period in the wake of being in India could look as long as five years' prison. While the Australian players staying at the IPL have not shown goals to return before the competition's fulfillment, Brisbane Heat skipper Chris Lynn, a week ago, glided the possibility of CA financing a sanction trip to localise their contracted players when the opposition wraps up. "I texted back that as Cricket Australia make 10% of every IPL contract was there a chance we could spend that money this year on a charter flight once the tournament is over?" - Chris Lynn. In any case, Cricket Australia's Chief Executive Officer Nick Hockley said today there was presently "no suggestion" of a charter flight. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: 'Blood on your hands PM' - Michael Slater slams Australian government for banning citizens returning from India Nick Hockley added that while Cricket Australia stayed in ordinary contact with the major parts in India and stayed "very concerned" about their prosperity and safe get back, it was untimely to hypothesize on the coordinations of bringing home. "There's no suggestion at the moment of any charter flight," Nick Hockley before news emerged of two positive tests in the IPL bubble. "We're working closely and talking closely with the ACA (Australian Cricketers' Association), with the players, and with the BCCI to make sure everyone's okay and the people have got full information. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia pledges AUD 50,000 to help India in the battle against COVID-19 "We've been in touch with the players there and they are generally in good spirits. He said it was additionally too soon to theorize on the conceivable emergency courses of action should the pause on departures from India reach out past May 15, however noticed that players leaving India for another authority and spending quarantine time there before returning home had been broached. As has truly been the situation, the IPL is directed during a time of CA-contracted players' yearly leave which implies the cricketers have adequately ventured out to India under their own volition to participate in the two-month competition.

IPL 2021: No plans for Cricket Australia charter flight for IPL players: Nick Hockley

An inquiry into Australian gymnastics has found evidence of widespread abuse, sexism, racism and stringent coaching practices, according to a report published on Monday.

The Australian Human Rights Commission said that it found a culture that tolerated emotional, physical, verbal and sexual including body-shaming directed at young athletes over a decade. The development comes amid a “global reckoning” for the sport.

The commission, following the findings, recommended an investigation – completely independent – to look into specific abuse allegations while demanding formal apology from gymnastics authorities. It also called for stricter screening and a national register of coaches, who often have influence over vulnerable young women.

Gymnastics Australia called the findings "confronting" and said it "unreservedly apologises to all athletes and family members who have experienced any form of abuse" while promising to adopt all 12 recommendations.

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The world of gymnastics has been left red-faced by the series of scandals in recent times.

In the United States, former team doctor Larry Nassar was found guilty of sexually assaulting at least 265 identified victims over two decades including star Simone Biles. Whereas in Britain, the accusations of abuses have hit the headlines. In Greece, former gymnasts complained of suffering decades of abuse at the hands of one of their coaches.

The Australian inquiry was conducted after local athletes took to social media to comment on the documentary “Athlete A” which concerned the allegations on Nassar.

Among the Australians sharing their own negative experiences was Yasmin Collier, who spoke of having to strip naked in front of a male adult masseuse.

The Australian commission received hundreds of submissions before delivering its final report.

"While many athletes have had positive experiences and relationships with their coaches, there was a persistent use of 'authoritarian' or highly disciplinary coaching styles," their report said.

"A focus on 'winning-at-all-costs' and an acceptance of negative and abusive coaching behaviors have resulted in the silencing of the athlete voice and an increased risk of abuse and harm with significant short and long term impacts to gymnasts," it stated.

(With inputs from agencies)

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An inquiry into Australian gymnastics has found evidence of widespread abuse, sexism, racism and stringent coaching practices, according to a report published on Monday.

An inquiry into Australian gymnastics has found evidence of widespread abuse, sexism, racism and stringent coaching practices, according to a report published on Monday. The Australian Human Rights Commission said that it found a culture that tolerated emotional, physical, verbal and sexual including body-shaming directed at young athletes over a decade. The development comes amid a “global reckoning” for the sport. The commission, following the findings, recommended an investigation – completely independent – to look into specific abuse allegations while demanding formal apology from gymnastics authorities. It also called for stricter screening and a national register of coaches, who often have influence over vulnerable young women. Gymnastics Australia called the findings "confronting" and said it "unreservedly apologises to all athletes and family members who have experienced any form of abuse" while promising to adopt all 12 recommendations. ALSO READ: Thousands of Manchester United fans break into Old Trafford ahead of Liverpool clash! The world of gymnastics has been left red-faced by the series of scandals in recent times. In the United States, former team doctor Larry Nassar was found guilty of sexually assaulting at least 265 identified victims over two decades including star Simone Biles. Whereas in Britain, the accusations of abuses have hit the headlines. In Greece, former gymnasts complained of suffering decades of abuse at the hands of one of their coaches. The Australian inquiry was conducted after local athletes took to social media to comment on the documentary “Athlete A” which concerned the allegations on Nassar. Among the Australians sharing their own negative experiences was Yasmin Collier, who spoke of having to strip naked in front of a male adult masseuse. The Australian commission received hundreds of submissions before delivering its final report. "While many athletes have had positive experiences and relationships with their coaches, there was a persistent use of 'authoritarian' or highly disciplinary coaching styles," their report said. "A focus on 'winning-at-all-costs' and an acceptance of negative and abusive coaching behaviors have resulted in the silencing of the athlete voice and an increased risk of abuse and harm with significant short and long term impacts to gymnasts," it stated. (With inputs from agencies)

Investigation finds culture of abuse in Australian gymnastics

Former Australian cricketer Michael Slater on Monday slammed the Australian government for barring their citizens from returning home from India. The Australian government recently banned international flights from India till May 15 with a further announcement that those who try to enter Australia from India during the period can face imprisonment for five years.<o:p></o:p>

Slater has been in India to perform the duty of commentary in IPL 2021.&nbsp;Slater has now flown to the Maldives and is waiting for the Australian government to allow citizens to enter their country. <o:p></o:p>

The cricketer-turned-commentator took to social media platform Twitter to slam the Australian government for their decisions. <o:p></o:p>

“If our Government cared for the safety of Aussies they would allow us to get home. It’s a disgrace!! Blood on your hands PM. How dare you treat us like this. How about you sort out the quarantine system. I had government permission to work on the IPL but I now have government neglect”, Slater wrote on Twitter.

"And for those who think this is a money exercise. Well forget it. This is what I do for a living and I have not made a penny having left early. So please stop the abuse and think of the thousands dying in India each day. It's called empathy. If only our government had some!" he added in another tweet.

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Earlier, three Australian cricketers pulled out of IPL 2021 due to COVID-19 related concerns. The likes of Andrew Tye (Rajasthan Royals), Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson (Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) had left the IPL 2021 midway.<o:p></o:p>

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However, many Australian players like David Warner, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins, Chris Lynn, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jhye Richardson, Riley Meredith, and Moises Henriques are still part of IPL 2021.<o:p></o:p>

Earlier on Monday, KKR players Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier tested positive for the virus. Even three non-playing members from CSK contingent have tested positive for COVID-19.<o:p></o:p>

Former Australian cricketer Michael Slater on Monday slammed the Australian government for barring their citizens from returning home from India. The Australian government recently banned international flights from India till May 15 with a further announcement that those who try to enter Australia from India during the period can face imprisonment for five years.

Former Australian cricketer Michael Slater on Monday slammed the Australian government for barring their citizens from returning home from India. The Australian government recently banned international flights from India till May 15 with a further announcement that those who try to enter Australia from India during the period can face imprisonment for five years. Slater has been in India to perform the duty of commentary in IPL 2021. Slater has now flown to the Maldives and is waiting for the Australian government to allow citizens to enter their country. The cricketer-turned-commentator took to social media platform Twitter to slam the Australian government for their decisions. “If our Government cared for the safety of Aussies they would allow us to get home. It’s a disgrace!! Blood on your hands PM. How dare you treat us like this. How about you sort out the quarantine system. I had government permission to work on the IPL but I now have government neglect”, Slater wrote on Twitter. "And for those who think this is a money exercise. Well forget it. This is what I do for a living and I have not made a penny having left early. So please stop the abuse and think of the thousands dying in India each day. It's called empathy. If only our government had some!" he added in another tweet. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: After 2 KKR players, 3 members of CSK contingent test positive for COVID-19 If our Government cared for the safety of Aussies they would allow us to get home. It's a disgrace!! Blood on your hands PM. How dare you treat us like this. How about you sort out quarantine system. I had government permission to work on the IPL but I now have government neglect — Michael Slater (@mj_slats) May 3, 2021 × And for those who think this is a money exercise. Well forget it. This is what I do for a living and I have not made a penny having left early. So please stop the abuse and think of the thousands dying in India each day. It's called empathy. If only our government had some! — Michael Slater (@mj_slats) May 3, 2021 × Earlier, three Australian cricketers pulled out of IPL 2021 due to COVID-19 related concerns. The likes of Andrew Tye (Rajasthan Royals), Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson (Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) had left the IPL 2021 midway. However, many Australian players like David Warner, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins, Chris Lynn, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jhye Richardson, Riley Meredith, and Moises Henriques are still part of IPL 2021. Earlier on Monday, KKR players Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier tested positive for the virus. Even three non-playing members from CSK contingent have tested positive for COVID-19.

IPL 2021: 'Blood on your hands PM' - Michael Slater slams Australian government for banning citizens returning from India

Violence during Sunday's protests from Manchester United fans, which led to the Premier League game with Liverpool being postponed, has been condemned by the UK government's sports minister and the mayor of Greater Manchester.

United fans protesting against the club's American owners, the Glazer family, stormed into the stadium which was closed to fans due to COVID-19 restrictions.

A flare was thrown at the broadcasters podium as fans ran onto the field and protesters clashed with police outside the ground.

Greater Manchester Police&nbsp;said two officers were injured with one requiring hospital treatment after he was attacked with a bottle and suffered a slash wound to his face.

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"Passions are running high in&nbsp;football&nbsp;but there are ways to protest and make your voice heard without hurting or endangering others," said Nigel Huddleston, Minister for Tourism and Sport.

"We understand the frustrations, but the violence by a small minority of fans at Old Trafford yesterday was unacceptable," he said.

The fan protests against the Glazers, which have been taken place since they bought the club in 2005, have been reignited since United's involvement in the attempt to create a breakaway European Super League. [L1N2MP0FH]

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham expressed support for the aims of the protesters but criticized the violence.

"I fully understand the long-standing concerns of Manchester United supporters about both the ownership and financing of their club and the wider running of&nbsp;football," he said.

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"It is important to make clear that the majority of supporters made their protest peacefully...however, there is no excuse for the actions of a minority who injured police officers and endangered the safety of others," he added.

British foreign office minister James Cleverly said there was a need to understand the mood of&nbsp;football&nbsp;supporters.

"(We) cannot, cannot condone the images that we've seen about storming the ground," Cleverly told Sky News. "But we do need to understand the frustrations that fans have not just with Manchester United, but with a number of clubs across the game."

GMP Assistant Chief Constable Russ Jackson said the behavior of the fans was "reckless and dangerous".&nbsp;

&nbsp; "We have launched an investigation and we will be working closely alongside partners to ensure we establish the full circumstances surrounding today's events and prosecute those responsibly," he said.

No decision has yet been made on the rescheduling of the match or about any sanctions for Sunday's events.

Violence during Sunday's protests from Manchester United fans, which led to the Premier League game with Liverpool being postponed, has been condemned by the UK government's sports minister and the mayor of Greater Manchester.

Violence during Sunday's protests from Manchester United fans, which led to the Premier League game with Liverpool being postponed, has been condemned by the UK government's sports minister and the mayor of Greater Manchester. United fans protesting against the club's American owners, the Glazer family, stormed into the stadium which was closed to fans due to COVID-19 restrictions. A flare was thrown at the broadcasters podium as fans ran onto the field and protesters clashed with police outside the ground. Greater Manchester Police said two officers were injured with one requiring hospital treatment after he was attacked with a bottle and suffered a slash wound to his face. IN PICS | Thousands of Manchester United fans break into Old Trafford ahead of Liverpool clash! "Passions are running high in football but there are ways to protest and make your voice heard without hurting or endangering others," said Nigel Huddleston, Minister for Tourism and Sport. "We understand the frustrations, but the violence by a small minority of fans at Old Trafford yesterday was unacceptable," he said. The fan protests against the Glazers, which have been taken place since they bought the club in 2005, have been reignited since United's involvement in the attempt to create a breakaway European Super League. [L1N2MP0FH] Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham expressed support for the aims of the protesters but criticized the violence. "I fully understand the long-standing concerns of Manchester United supporters about both the ownership and financing of their club and the wider running of football," he said. ALSO READ: Manchester United's American owners facing strongest opposition yet "It is important to make clear that the majority of supporters made their protest peacefully...however, there is no excuse for the actions of a minority who injured police officers and endangered the safety of others," he added. British foreign office minister James Cleverly said there was a need to understand the mood of football supporters. "(We) cannot, cannot condone the images that we've seen about storming the ground," Cleverly told Sky News. "But we do need to understand the frustrations that fans have not just with Manchester United, but with a number of clubs across the game." GMP Assistant Chief Constable Russ Jackson said the behavior of the fans was "reckless and dangerous". "We have launched an investigation and we will be working closely alongside partners to ensure we establish the full circumstances surrounding today's events and prosecute those responsibly," he said. No decision has yet been made on the rescheduling of the match or about any sanctions for Sunday's events.

Manchester United fan violence condemned by government and mayor

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