Newcastle took a big step towards securing their Premier League survival with a vital 2-1 win at Burnley, while Manchester United prepared for a revenge mission against Tottenham on Sunday.

Steve Bruce's side came from behind at Turf Moor to end their seven-game winless run.

Matej Vydra put Burnley ahead in the first half, but Jacob Murphy equalised and Allan Saint-Maximin grabbed the priceless winner.

Fourth bottom Newcastle are now six points clear of the relegation zone and hold a game in hand on third bottom Fulham.

Burnley are seven points above the bottom three, but aren't certain of survival after just one win from their last eight matches.

The hosts took the lead with 18 minutes gone as Ashley Westwood pounced on a poor header from Newcastle defender Ciaran Clark.

Westwood played in Chris Wood and he pulled the ball back from the touchline for Vydra to net from close-range.

But French winger Saint-Maximin turned the game after coming on as a 57th minute substitute.

Saint-Maximin surged down the right flank and drew three defenders towards him before pulling the ball back for Murphy to equalise in the 59th minute.

Five minutes later, Saint-Maximin produced a brilliant individual effort as he ran at the Burnley defence before driving his low shot past Bailey Peacock-Farrell.

Later, Manchester United will try to make amends for their embarrassing 6-1 home defeat against Tottenham in October.

United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was believed to be fighting to save his job after that dismal result, while Tottenham looked to be emerging as potential title challengers.

But United have gradually turned their season around and arrive in north London in second place.

In stark contrast, Tottenham have endured a troubled campaign, slumping down to seventh place and crashing out of the Europa League.

Tottenham haven't completed a league double over United since the 1989-90 season.

West Ham can bolster their unexpected bid to qualify for next season's Champions League if they beat third placed Leicester in Sunday's second match.

David Moyes' side are two points behind fourth placed Chelsea, but a victory would take them above both the Blues and fifth placed Liverpool.

The sixth placed Hammers haven't finished in the top four since 1985-86 when they came third.&nbsp;

Arsenal travel to bottom of the table Sheffield United in Sunday's last match.

Newcastle took a big step towards securing their Premier League survival with a vital 2-1 win at Burnley, while Manchester United prepared for a revenge mission against Tottenham on Sunday.

Newcastle took a big step towards securing their Premier League survival with a vital 2-1 win at Burnley, while Manchester United prepared for a revenge mission against Tottenham on Sunday. Steve Bruce's side came from behind at Turf Moor to end their seven-game winless run. Matej Vydra put Burnley ahead in the first half, but Jacob Murphy equalised and Allan Saint-Maximin grabbed the priceless winner. Fourth bottom Newcastle are now six points clear of the relegation zone and hold a game in hand on third bottom Fulham. Burnley are seven points above the bottom three, but aren't certain of survival after just one win from their last eight matches. The hosts took the lead with 18 minutes gone as Ashley Westwood pounced on a poor header from Newcastle defender Ciaran Clark. Westwood played in Chris Wood and he pulled the ball back from the touchline for Vydra to net from close-range. But French winger Saint-Maximin turned the game after coming on as a 57th minute substitute. Saint-Maximin surged down the right flank and drew three defenders towards him before pulling the ball back for Murphy to equalise in the 59th minute. Five minutes later, Saint-Maximin produced a brilliant individual effort as he ran at the Burnley defence before driving his low shot past Bailey Peacock-Farrell. Later, Manchester United will try to make amends for their embarrassing 6-1 home defeat against Tottenham in October. United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was believed to be fighting to save his job after that dismal result, while Tottenham looked to be emerging as potential title challengers. But United have gradually turned their season around and arrive in north London in second place. In stark contrast, Tottenham have endured a troubled campaign, slumping down to seventh place and crashing out of the Europa League. Tottenham haven't completed a league double over United since the 1989-90 season. West Ham can bolster their unexpected bid to qualify for next season's Champions League if they beat third placed Leicester in Sunday's second match. David Moyes' side are two points behind fourth placed Chelsea, but a victory would take them above both the Blues and fifth placed Liverpool. The sixth placed Hammers haven't finished in the top four since 1985-86 when they came third. Arsenal travel to bottom of the table Sheffield United in Sunday's last match.

Newcastle boost survival bid as Man Utd eye Spurs revenge

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced the schedule for the remainder of the postponed Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2021, scheduled to be played from June 1. <o:p></o:p>

The Board of Governors was provided with a presentation and update on the report of the independent two-person fact-finding panel that was set up by the governing body to review the bio-security protocols and arrangements for PSL 6 and made recommendations on better implementation of a bio-secure bubble for future events. <o:p></o:p>

The Board of Governors expressed their disappointments at the shortcomings mentioned in the report. It backed the recommendations towards a zero-tolerance approach towards those who breach COVID-19 SOPs.

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Furthermore, a mandatory seven-day quarantine has been finalised for all participants will start from May 22. PSL 6 will resume on June 1 with the final scheduled on 20 June.<o:p></o:p>

All matches will be played at the National Stadium in Karachi with an 8 pm PST start.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">PSL 6 - Complete schedule and fixture list:</h2>

<ul>
	<li class="MsoNormal">1 June: Lahore Qalandars v Islamabad United (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">2 June: Multan Sultans v Karachi Kings (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">3 June: Islamabad United v Quetta Gladiators (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">4 June: Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">5 June: Islamabad United v Karachi Kings (D); Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">6 June: Peshawar Zalmi v Karachi Kings (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">7 June: Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Qalandars (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">8 June: Multan Sultans v Peshawar Zalmi (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">9 June: Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">10 June: Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">11 June: Multan Sultans v Islamabad United (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">12 June: Quetta Gladiators v Peshawar Zalmi (D); Karachi Kings v Lahore Qalandars (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">13 June: Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">14 June: Multan Sultans v Lahore Qalandars (N)</li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">16 June: Qualifier (1 v 2) (N)<o:p></o:p><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p>17 June: Eliminator 1 (3 v 4) (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">18 June: Eliminator 2 (loser Qualifier v winner Eliminator 1) (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p>20 June: Final (N)<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced the schedule for the remainder of the postponed Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2021, scheduled to be played from June 1.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced the schedule for the remainder of the postponed Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2021, scheduled to be played from June 1. The Board of Governors was provided with a presentation and update on the report of the independent two-person fact-finding panel that was set up by the governing body to review the bio-security protocols and arrangements for PSL 6 and made recommendations on better implementation of a bio-secure bubble for future events. The Board of Governors expressed their disappointments at the shortcomings mentioned in the report. It backed the recommendations towards a zero-tolerance approach towards those who breach COVID-19 SOPs. ALSO READ: Babar Azam is like Sachin Tendulkar; Virat Kohli can follow him to improve technique: Aaqib Javed Furthermore, a mandatory seven-day quarantine has been finalised for all participants will start from May 22. PSL 6 will resume on June 1 with the final scheduled on 20 June. All matches will be played at the National Stadium in Karachi with an 8 pm PST start. PSL 6 - Complete schedule and fixture list: 1 June: Lahore Qalandars v Islamabad United (N) 2 June: Multan Sultans v Karachi Kings (N) 3 June: Islamabad United v Quetta Gladiators (N) 4 June: Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars (N) 5 June: Islamabad United v Karachi Kings (D); Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators (N) 6 June: Peshawar Zalmi v Karachi Kings (N) 7 June: Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Qalandars (N) 8 June: Multan Sultans v Peshawar Zalmi (N) 9 June: Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars (N) 10 June: Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings (N) 11 June: Multan Sultans v Islamabad United (N) 12 June: Quetta Gladiators v Peshawar Zalmi (D); Karachi Kings v Lahore Qalandars (N) 13 June: Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi (N) 14 June: Multan Sultans v Lahore Qalandars (N) 16 June: Qualifier (1 v 2) (N) 17 June: Eliminator 1 (3 v 4) (N) 18 June: Eliminator 2 (loser Qualifier v winner Eliminator 1) (N) 20 June: Final (N)

PSL 6: Complete schedule, venue details and all you need to know

As Rajasthan Royals (RR) gear up to play the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 opener against Punjab Kings on Monday, wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler has said that he wishes to break the record of most sixes in an IPL match.<o:p></o:p>

The record of most sixes in an IPL match stands with Chris Gayle, who smashed 17 sixes against Pune Warriors in 2013 when he was with Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Gayle had hammered 175 not-out in that knock. <o:p></o:p>

Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Jos Buttler was asked a few questions regarding the IPL 2021. One of which was “Which IPL record would you like to break?”

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“Most sixes in a match,” Jos Buttler replied.<o:p></o:p>

While Buttler is regarded as one of the most dangerous batsmen in white-ball cricket, hitting 17 sixes in an IPL match is a challenge that should sit well with the England batsman. However, the most sixes Buttler has hit in an IPL innings is seven during his 89-run knock against Chennai Super Kings in 2019.<o:p></o:p>

Buttler is likely to open for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2021 and with smaller grounds in India, he would look to achieve the record if he gets it going from the word go.

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The swashbuckling batsman said that “variety” is the strength of the Rajasthan Royals.<o:p></o:p>

Royals would be looking to win the trophy for the first time since IPL 2008 and with Sanju Samson set to lead the side, the Rajasthan outfit would be looking for a fresh start with new ideas. They have Kumar Sangakkara on board as the Director of Cricket.<o:p></o:p>

As Rajasthan Royals (RR) gear up to play the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 opener against Punjab Kings on Monday, wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler has said that he wishes to break the record of most sixes in an IPL match.

As Rajasthan Royals (RR) gear up to play the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 opener against Punjab Kings on Monday, wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler has said that he wishes to break the record of most sixes in an IPL match. The record of most sixes in an IPL match stands with Chris Gayle, who smashed 17 sixes against Pune Warriors in 2013 when he was with Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Gayle had hammered 175 not-out in that knock. Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Jos Buttler was asked a few questions regarding the IPL 2021. One of which was “Which IPL record would you like to break?” ALSO READ: List of records SRH captain David Warner can achieve in IPL 2021 “Most sixes in a match,” Jos Buttler replied. While Buttler is regarded as one of the most dangerous batsmen in white-ball cricket, hitting 17 sixes in an IPL match is a challenge that should sit well with the England batsman. However, the most sixes Buttler has hit in an IPL innings is seven during his 89-run knock against Chennai Super Kings in 2019. Buttler is likely to open for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2021 and with smaller grounds in India, he would look to achieve the record if he gets it going from the word go. ALSO READ: Here are some major records CSK skipper MS Dhoni can shatter in IPL 2021 The swashbuckling batsman said that “variety” is the strength of the Rajasthan Royals. Royals would be looking to win the trophy for the first time since IPL 2008 and with Sanju Samson set to lead the side, the Rajasthan outfit would be looking for a fresh start with new ideas. They have Kumar Sangakkara on board as the Director of Cricket.

Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler reveals one record he wishes to break in IPL

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib al Hasan is all set to wear the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-kkr-team-preview-kolkata-look-to-find-old-glory-under-morgans-leadership-376676">Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)</a> colours again after the franchise signed him up for INR 3.2 crore at the auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. Ahead of KKR’s IPL 2021 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad, skipper Eoin Morgan opened up about the role of Shakib in the 14th&nbsp;edition of the T20 tournament. <o:p></o:p>

Shakib, who was part of KKR for six years from 2011 to 2017, missed out on previous edition of IPL due to a ban imposed on him by the ICC. Before that, Shakib was with SRH in 2018 and 2019.<o:p></o:p>

The southpaw is expected to be a crucial member of KKR in IPL 2021 with his left-arm spin and quality batting providing balance to the XI.

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"Given that we have a bit more travel this year and we go from venue to venue, it's important to have strength and depth in the squad. Shakib Al Hasan gives us a different dynamic in the team," Morgan told KKR's official website.

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"Given that we play at different venues where the conditions change quite a lot, you have a spin-bowling all-rounder who had success in international cricket and IPL at different stages," he added.<o:p></o:p>

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“If called upon, he can definitely deliver.” <o:p></o:p>

The KKR skipper further backed veteran Sunil Narine to play an integral role and have another successful season with the Kolkata outfit while comparing his qualities with Shakib.<o:p></o:p>

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"Shakib and Sunil Narine are no different. In big moments of the game, particularly last year, you would throw Sunil the ball, or you would get him in with the bat because he has been in that situation over and over again.<o:p></o:p>

"He believes in himself and in the team to go and get through and win that situation," he signed off.<o:p></o:p>

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib al Hasan is all set to wear the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) colours again after the franchise signed him up for INR 3.2 crore at the auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib al Hasan is all set to wear the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) colours again after the franchise signed him up for INR 3.2 crore at the auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. Ahead of KKR’s IPL 2021 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad, skipper Eoin Morgan opened up about the role of Shakib in the 14th edition of the T20 tournament. Shakib, who was part of KKR for six years from 2011 to 2017, missed out on previous edition of IPL due to a ban imposed on him by the ICC. Before that, Shakib was with SRH in 2018 and 2019. The southpaw is expected to be a crucial member of KKR in IPL 2021 with his left-arm spin and quality batting providing balance to the XI. ALSO READ; Babar Azam is like Sachin Tendulkar; Virat Kohli can follow him to improve technique: Aaqib Javed "Given that we have a bit more travel this year and we go from venue to venue, it's important to have strength and depth in the squad. Shakib Al Hasan gives us a different dynamic in the team," Morgan told KKR's official website. Gunning for number 1⃣3⃣ against tonight's opponents 💪🏼#SRHvKKR #KKRHaiTaiyaar #IPL2021 pic.twitter.com/bWA87pweuK — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) April 11, 2021 × "Given that we play at different venues where the conditions change quite a lot, you have a spin-bowling all-rounder who had success in international cricket and IPL at different stages," he added. “If called upon, he can definitely deliver.” The KKR skipper further backed veteran Sunil Narine to play an integral role and have another successful season with the Kolkata outfit while comparing his qualities with Shakib. ALSO READ: List of five major records RCB captain Virat Kohli can break in IPL 2021 "Shakib and Sunil Narine are no different. In big moments of the game, particularly last year, you would throw Sunil the ball, or you would get him in with the bat because he has been in that situation over and over again. "He believes in himself and in the team to go and get through and win that situation," he signed off.

He can definitely deliver: Eoin Morgan banking on star all-rounder to have quality IPL 2021

Former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed has said that Indian captain Virat Kohli can improve his batting technique by closely following Pakistan batsman Babar Azam. Javed, who is the head coach of Pakistan Super League (PSL) side Lahore Qalandars, compared Babar to Sachin Tendulkar as he said the former doesn’t have many weak areas just like the Master Blaster.<o:p></o:p>

&nbsp;While Javed said Kohli has a better range of shots as compared to Babar, he lacks the correct technique against swing bowlers.<o:p></o:p>

“Virat Kohli has a better range [of shots] as compared to Babar Azam but he also has one area of weakness. If the ball swings, he tends to get trapped around the off-stump such as against [James] Anderson in England,” said Javed in an interview with Cricket Pakistan.

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“When you look at Babar, you don’t see any weak areas. Just like, [Sachin] Tendulkar who also didn’t have any weak areas. Babar is technically more safe and sound but if he follows Kohli’s fitness routine he will become an even better player. Meanwhile, Kohli can improve his t9echnique by looking at Babar so that he doesn’t get trapped,” he added. <o:p></o:p>

Interestingly, this is the same Virat Kohli, who has scored 70 international centuries with the same technique and has been one of the faces of the Indian batting unit for a decade. No wonder social media is having a crack over Javed's latest comments.

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Javed went on to heap praise on Babar for being the mainstay of Pakistan batting line-up over the past couple of years. <o:p></o:p>

“During the past two or three years, Babar Azam is 50 per cent of Pakistan’s batting. I never thought that he would be this consistent and even go past Virat Kohli [in ODI rankings]. Pakistan is very lucky, he came when the team was struggling and has single-handedly put the team on the right track. Even, captaincy hasn’t affected his form,” he concluded.<o:p></o:p>

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Former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed has said that Indian captain Virat Kohli can improve his batting technique by closely following Pakistan batsman Babar Azam. Javed, who is the head coach of Pakistan Super League (PSL) side Lahore Qalandars, compared Babar to Sachin Tendulkar as he said the former doesn’t have many weak areas just like the Master Blaster.

Former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed has said that Indian captain Virat Kohli can improve his batting technique by closely following Pakistan batsman Babar Azam. Javed, who is the head coach of Pakistan Super League (PSL) side Lahore Qalandars, compared Babar to Sachin Tendulkar as he said the former doesn’t have many weak areas just like the Master Blaster. While Javed said Kohli has a better range of shots as compared to Babar, he lacks the correct technique against swing bowlers. “Virat Kohli has a better range [of shots] as compared to Babar Azam but he also has one area of weakness. If the ball swings, he tends to get trapped around the off-stump such as against [James] Anderson in England,” said Javed in an interview with Cricket Pakistan. IN PICS | From MS Dhoni to Imran Tahir: Five oldest players in IPL 2021 “When you look at Babar, you don’t see any weak areas. Just like, [Sachin] Tendulkar who also didn’t have any weak areas. Babar is technically more safe and sound but if he follows Kohli’s fitness routine he will become an even better player. Meanwhile, Kohli can improve his t9echnique by looking at Babar so that he doesn’t get trapped,” he added. Interestingly, this is the same Virat Kohli, who has scored 70 international centuries with the same technique and has been one of the faces of the Indian batting unit for a decade. No wonder social media is having a crack over Javed's latest comments. ALSO READ: Virender Sehwag recalls Rahul Dravid getting angry with MS Dhoni Javed went on to heap praise on Babar for being the mainstay of Pakistan batting line-up over the past couple of years. “During the past two or three years, Babar Azam is 50 per cent of Pakistan’s batting. I never thought that he would be this consistent and even go past Virat Kohli [in ODI rankings]. Pakistan is very lucky, he came when the team was struggling and has single-handedly put the team on the right track. Even, captaincy hasn’t affected his form,” he concluded.

Babar Azam is like Sachin Tendulkar; Virat Kohli can follow him to improve technique: Aaqib Javed

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has revealed an incident where he witnessed Rahul Dravid get angry in real life after he yelled at MS Dhoni for getting out by playing a loose shot against Pakistan. Recently, Dravid’s ‘angry’ side has been the talk of the town after the former Indian batsman was seen in an advertisement. In the ad, the 48-year-old can be seen, shouting, breaking glasses and throwing coffee.<o:p></o:p>

Recalling the incident where Dravid got angry in real life, Sehwag went down the memory lane. Sehwag said during one of India’s tours of Pakistan, Dravid lashed out at Dhoni for getting dismissed by a loose stroke while revealing how the incident caught Dhoni by surprise and it was evident when he came out to bat in the next match. <o:p></o:p>

“I have seen Rahul Dravid get angry. When we were in Pakistan and MS Dhoni had been a newcomer, he played a shot and got caught at point. Dravid was very angry with MS Dhoni. ‘That’s the way you play? You should finish the game.’ I was myself taken aback by the storm of English from Dravid, I didn’t understand half of it,” Sehwag said on Cricbuzz.

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“But when MS Dhoni next came in to bat, I could see he was not hitting shots much. I went and asked him what was wrong. He said he did not want to be scolded by Dravid again. ‘I will finish the game quietly and go back,’ Dhoni said,” he added.<o:p></o:p>

Dravid’s never-before-seen ‘angry’ avatar caught everyone by surprise and the advertisement has been one of the trending topics in India. <o:p></o:p>

“It was very nice to see the feedback, that somewhere we’ve communicated the dark side of Rahul Dravid that doesn’t even exist!” Ayappa KM, who directed the commercial, told the Indian Express.

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Dravid remains one of the legends of the game having played 164 Tests, 344 ODIs and one T20I, and scoring 13288, 10889 and 31 runs respectively.<o:p></o:p>

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has revealed an incident where he witnessed Rahul Dravid get angry in real life after he yelled at MS Dhoni for getting out by playing a loose shot against Pakistan.

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has revealed an incident where he witnessed Rahul Dravid get angry in real life after he yelled at MS Dhoni for getting out by playing a loose shot against Pakistan. Recently, Dravid’s ‘angry’ side has been the talk of the town after the former Indian batsman was seen in an advertisement. In the ad, the 48-year-old can be seen, shouting, breaking glasses and throwing coffee. Recalling the incident where Dravid got angry in real life, Sehwag went down the memory lane. Sehwag said during one of India’s tours of Pakistan, Dravid lashed out at Dhoni for getting dismissed by a loose stroke while revealing how the incident caught Dhoni by surprise and it was evident when he came out to bat in the next match. “I have seen Rahul Dravid get angry. When we were in Pakistan and MS Dhoni had been a newcomer, he played a shot and got caught at point. Dravid was very angry with MS Dhoni. ‘That’s the way you play? You should finish the game.’ I was myself taken aback by the storm of English from Dravid, I didn’t understand half of it,” Sehwag said on Cricbuzz. TRENDING: #IndiraNagarKaGunda: Rahul Dravid's 'angry' avatar takes Twitter by storm - Check best reactions “But when MS Dhoni next came in to bat, I could see he was not hitting shots much. I went and asked him what was wrong. He said he did not want to be scolded by Dravid again. ‘I will finish the game quietly and go back,’ Dhoni said,” he added. Dravid’s never-before-seen ‘angry’ avatar caught everyone by surprise and the advertisement has been one of the trending topics in India. “It was very nice to see the feedback, that somewhere we’ve communicated the dark side of Rahul Dravid that doesn’t even exist!” Ayappa KM, who directed the commercial, told the Indian Express. ALSO READ: MS Dhoni fined after CSK's IPL 2021 opener versus Delhi Capitals Dravid remains one of the legends of the game having played 164 Tests, 344 ODIs and one T20I, and scoring 13288, 10889 and 31 runs respectively.

Virender Sehwag recalls Rahul Dravid getting angry with MS Dhoni

The Delhi Capitals got off to a fantastic start in the IPL 2021 with a seven-wicket win over the Chennai Super Kings in Mumbai at the&nbsp;Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Delhi Capitals' opening batsman&nbsp;Prithvi Shaw was in the thick of things as he blasted his way to a 38-ball 72-run innings, helping his team chase down a target of 189 runs with 8 balls to spare.

"Very happy with the way I batted. Everyone executed whatever we practiced in the last few days. It was brilliant to see everyone contributing to the team. The opening stand which we got was very crucial for us. Chasing 190 odd is not easy without a good start. It was a great win for us; however, I should've stayed in the middle until the end. So, if I have to rate my innings out of 10, I will give an 8 to myself," said Shaw.

The 21-year-old, who scored a whopping 827 runs in 8 matches in the&nbsp;Vijay Hazare Trophy, spoke about how he got back into form before the IPL 2021, "I made some small changes in my batting before the IPL. I just wanted to minimize all the mistakes I was making, and I worked hard. I practiced for two weeks with Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Rajinikanth Sivagnanam sir&nbsp;and Pravin Amre sir before the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Then I just played my natural game with a few changes in the Vijay Hazare Trophy."

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When asked about the newly appointed skipper&nbsp;Rishabh Pant's captaincy, Shaw said, "We really miss Shreyas Iyer, and he led the team very well. However, Rishabh Pant is very smart. He is fearless and enjoys the game. He's very entertaining on the field and is very cool and calm as a Captain. He's doing a fantastic job for the team."

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The opening batsman expressed that he worked out his technical errors with&nbsp;Rajinikanth Sivagnanam and Pravin Amre and speaks to the Delhi Capitals Head Coach&nbsp;Ricky Ponting more about tactics as a batsman, "With Ricky, I generally speak to him about tactics and strategies as a batsman. He has played so much of cricket and he has got the experience which he can share with us and he does especially with the youngsters. I am really enjoying working with him."

Shaw, who was very happy with the team's performance in their first match of the season, had a special message for the Delhi Capitals fans, "All the fans have given us so much of love. The fans were still caring for me even when I wasn't doing well before the Vijay Hazare Trophy so I would like to thank everyone and ask them to keep supporting me and the Delhi team for this IPL."

The Delhi Capitals got off to a fantastic start in the IPL 2021 with a seven-wicket win over the Chennai Super Kings in Mumbai at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday.

The Delhi Capitals got off to a fantastic start in the IPL 2021 with a seven-wicket win over the Chennai Super Kings in Mumbai at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Delhi Capitals' opening batsman Prithvi Shaw was in the thick of things as he blasted his way to a 38-ball 72-run innings, helping his team chase down a target of 189 runs with 8 balls to spare. "Very happy with the way I batted. Everyone executed whatever we practiced in the last few days. It was brilliant to see everyone contributing to the team. The opening stand which we got was very crucial for us. Chasing 190 odd is not easy without a good start. It was a great win for us; however, I should've stayed in the middle until the end. So, if I have to rate my innings out of 10, I will give an 8 to myself," said Shaw. The 21-year-old, who scored a whopping 827 runs in 8 matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, spoke about how he got back into form before the IPL 2021, "I made some small changes in my batting before the IPL. I just wanted to minimize all the mistakes I was making, and I worked hard. I practiced for two weeks with Strength & Conditioning Coach Rajinikanth Sivagnanam sir and Pravin Amre sir before the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Then I just played my natural game with a few changes in the Vijay Hazare Trophy." IN PICS | IPL 2021- Dhawan and Shaw star as Delhi Capitals beat Chennai Super Kings × When asked about the newly appointed skipper Rishabh Pant's captaincy, Shaw said, "We really miss Shreyas Iyer, and he led the team very well. However, Rishabh Pant is very smart. He is fearless and enjoys the game. He's very entertaining on the field and is very cool and calm as a Captain. He's doing a fantastic job for the team." ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Two key overseas bowlers to miss CSK's next match, confirms Stephen Fleming The opening batsman expressed that he worked out his technical errors with Rajinikanth Sivagnanam and Pravin Amre and speaks to the Delhi Capitals Head Coach Ricky Ponting more about tactics as a batsman, "With Ricky, I generally speak to him about tactics and strategies as a batsman. He has played so much of cricket and he has got the experience which he can share with us and he does especially with the youngsters. I am really enjoying working with him." Shaw, who was very happy with the team's performance in their first match of the season, had a special message for the Delhi Capitals fans, "All the fans have given us so much of love. The fans were still caring for me even when I wasn't doing well before the Vijay Hazare Trophy so I would like to thank everyone and ask them to keep supporting me and the Delhi team for this IPL."

IPL 2021: 'Made some small changes...' - Prithvi Shaw opens up about returning to form

Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad as both teams start their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 journey at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday.<o:p></o:p>

MA Chidambaram in Chennai hosted the IPL 2021 opener between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians with the Virat Kohli-led outfit emerging victorious by two wickets. However, given it is a fresh pitch in Chennai, the pacers were in the game more than the spinners on Friday and the same is expected on Sunday.

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<h2 class="MsoNormal">Ahead of the KKR vs SRH, IPL 2021 match, here are some stats you need to know from the previous IPL matches played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.<o:p></o:p></h2>

T20 matches played: 83<o:p></o:p>

Matches won by teams batting first: 47<o:p></o:p>

Matches won by teams batting second: 34<o:p></o:p>

Highest 1st innings score: 246/5 - Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 2010<o:p></o:p>

Lowest 1st innings score: 70 - Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings, 2019<o:p></o:p>

Highest successful run chase: 208/5 - Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2012<o:p></o:p>

Average 1st innings score: 160

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There are no chances of rain on Sunday during KKR vs SRH match in IPL 2021 with the temperatures expected to hover around 32 degrees Celcius.

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SRH and KKR will be locking horns at the MA Chidambaram Stadium for the first time in IPL history. However, SRH and KKR last played at the venue in IPL 2019. CSK defeated both SRH and KKR in IPL 2019.<o:p></o:p>

While KKR could manage to score just 108/9 in 20 overs, SRH posted 175/3 against the three-time IPL winners. CSK defeated KKR by seven wickets while Shane Watson’s blistering 53-ball 96-run knock helped his team seal a win against SRH.<o:p></o:p>

Given it will be the first match for SRH and KKR in IPL 2020, all eyes will be on the team combination of both teams.<o:p></o:p>

Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad as both teams start their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 journey at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday.

Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad as both teams start their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 journey at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. MA Chidambaram in Chennai hosted the IPL 2021 opener between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians with the Virat Kohli-led outfit emerging victorious by two wickets. However, given it is a fresh pitch in Chennai, the pacers were in the game more than the spinners on Friday and the same is expected on Sunday. × ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Two key overseas bowlers to miss CSK's next match, confirms Stephen Fleming Ahead of the KKR vs SRH, IPL 2021 match, here are some stats you need to know from the previous IPL matches played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. T20 matches played: 83 Matches won by teams batting first: 47 Matches won by teams batting second: 34 Highest 1st innings score: 246/5 - Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 2010 Lowest 1st innings score: 70 - Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings, 2019 Highest successful run chase: 208/5 - Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2012 Average 1st innings score: 160 ALSO READ: Virender Sehwag recalls Rahul Dravid getting angry at MS Dhoni SRH vs KKR, IPL 2021 match in Chennai: Weather forecast There are no chances of rain on Sunday during KKR vs SRH match in IPL 2021 with the temperatures expected to hover around 32 degrees Celcius. SRH vs KKR stats at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai SRH and KKR will be locking horns at the MA Chidambaram Stadium for the first time in IPL history. However, SRH and KKR last played at the venue in IPL 2019. CSK defeated both SRH and KKR in IPL 2019. While KKR could manage to score just 108/9 in 20 overs, SRH posted 175/3 against the three-time IPL winners. CSK defeated KKR by seven wickets while Shane Watson’s blistering 53-ball 96-run knock helped his team seal a win against SRH. Given it will be the first match for SRH and KKR in IPL 2020, all eyes will be on the team combination of both teams.

SRH vs KKR, IPL 2021: MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch report, venue stats, Chennai weather forecast - All you need to know

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain Virat Kohli was full of praises for his team-mates, especially Harshal Patel and Glenn Maxwell, as the Bengaluru outfit got off to a rollicking start in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 by defeating defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) by two wickets in Chennai on Friday.

RCB roped in Maxwell at the auction for a whopping INR 14.25 crore despite the Aussie having a torrid IPL 2020 with Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings). However, Maxwell answered his critics in style while showing why the RCB management was spot on to spend heavily for his acquisition.

After the IPL 2021 season opener against MI, RCB captain Kohli said that Maxwell’s knock of 39 runs off 28 deliveries was the game-changer as he put the pressure back on the bowlers. Kohli revealed that RCB wanted to allow Maxwell to play a few deliveries before bringing his array of shots into the game rather than slogging from the word go while adding it was important to play the strongest side in the tournament (MI) and test themselves against the best.

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“We won the first match last year as well that we played. It was important to play against the strongest side in the competition and test our side. Everyone was involved in this game, and when you win by two wickets, it means that everyone has gone in and played. A lot of options for me as well that helped bringing the game back. The pitch was looking decent in the first half, but to be honest, with the old ball the length ball was difficult to get away. That is why those partnerships between Maxi and me and then between AB and Maxi was really important. It's not a pitch where you can just hit through the line. You have to be smart with picking the gaps and running hard. Playing in Chennai you have to be respectful of that. The shot that Pollard got out to, in Wankhde it would've sailed into the crowds,” Kohli said in the post-match presentation on Friday.

“We came back well and used the conditions well. They came back well too after losing Rohit early and those last six overs for us were probably the best six we've ever had. We brought Harshal in a trade from Delhi. He is relishing the responsibility and is clear with his plans. He was the difference today. He is going to be our death bowler. As a captain you want players with clarity, and he has that. Jamieson started off well, Yuzi was good, Siraj was good too. In T20 cricket, clarity at the top of your mark is all you as for as a captain. Harshal was very clear with that and it was his day today.

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“We wanted Maxi to bat at four. Rajat is a very solid player. He is an exciting player, plays spin well too. The thinking was that we wanted to give Maxi some balls at the start and not get him slogging right away. You saw the result today of him playing 10-15 balls. His innings was the game-changer. Had he stayed in we would've finished a couple of overs earlier. The opposition then gets nervous about AB. We have depth in the batting which we want to utilize. AB is probably the only one in the team who is so versatile. And he does it on slow wickets what not many can do. In a tricky chase you need experience at the back, and the opposition knows that if he doesn't get out, the bowlers get in a different headspace,” the RCB skipper added.

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While AB de Villiers stole the thunders with his terrific knock of 48 off 27 balls, it was Maxwell and Kohli who set the stage for the middle-order batters to finish the game for RCB. While Kohli scored 33 off 29, Maxwell posted 39 off 28.

Earlier, Harshal Patel picked up five wickets and became the first bowler to scalp a five-fer against Mumbai Indians.

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RCB will next be in action against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on April 14.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain Virat Kohli was full of praises for his team-mates, especially Harshal Patel and Glenn Maxwell, as the Bengaluru outfit got off to a rollicking start in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 by defeating defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) by two wickets in Chennai on Friday.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain Virat Kohli was full of praises for his team-mates, especially Harshal Patel and Glenn Maxwell, as the Bengaluru outfit got off to a rollicking start in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 by defeating defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) by two wickets in Chennai on Friday. RCB roped in Maxwell at the auction for a whopping INR 14.25 crore despite the Aussie having a torrid IPL 2020 with Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings). However, Maxwell answered his critics in style while showing why the RCB management was spot on to spend heavily for his acquisition. After the IPL 2021 season opener against MI, RCB captain Kohli said that Maxwell’s knock of 39 runs off 28 deliveries was the game-changer as he put the pressure back on the bowlers. Kohli revealed that RCB wanted to allow Maxwell to play a few deliveries before bringing his array of shots into the game rather than slogging from the word go while adding it was important to play the strongest side in the tournament (MI) and test themselves against the best. ALSO READ: First game could be my last: Chris Lynn on running out captain Rohit Sharma in IPL 2021 opener “We won the first match last year as well that we played. It was important to play against the strongest side in the competition and test our side. Everyone was involved in this game, and when you win by two wickets, it means that everyone has gone in and played. A lot of options for me as well that helped bringing the game back. The pitch was looking decent in the first half, but to be honest, with the old ball the length ball was difficult to get away. That is why those partnerships between Maxi and me and then between AB and Maxi was really important. It's not a pitch where you can just hit through the line. You have to be smart with picking the gaps and running hard. Playing in Chennai you have to be respectful of that. The shot that Pollard got out to, in Wankhde it would've sailed into the crowds,” Kohli said in the post-match presentation on Friday. “We came back well and used the conditions well. They came back well too after losing Rohit early and those last six overs for us were probably the best six we've ever had. We brought Harshal in a trade from Delhi. He is relishing the responsibility and is clear with his plans. He was the difference today. He is going to be our death bowler. As a captain you want players with clarity, and he has that. Jamieson started off well, Yuzi was good, Siraj was good too. In T20 cricket, clarity at the top of your mark is all you as for as a captain. Harshal was very clear with that and it was his day today. IN PICS | IPL 2021- Harshal Patel and ABD shine as RCB beat Mumbai Indians in season opener “We wanted Maxi to bat at four. Rajat is a very solid player. He is an exciting player, plays spin well too. The thinking was that we wanted to give Maxi some balls at the start and not get him slogging right away. You saw the result today of him playing 10-15 balls. His innings was the game-changer. Had he stayed in we would've finished a couple of overs earlier. The opposition then gets nervous about AB. We have depth in the batting which we want to utilize. AB is probably the only one in the team who is so versatile. And he does it on slow wickets what not many can do. In a tricky chase you need experience at the back, and the opposition knows that if he doesn't get out, the bowlers get in a different headspace,” the RCB skipper added. Harshal Patel Press Conference | MI v RCB Man of the Match for RCB, @HarshalPatel23 gives us insights into his bowling after a brilliant performance against MI in the first match of #IPL2021 in Chennai.#PlayBold #WeAreChallengers #MIvRCB pic.twitter.com/VaRWykTbRe — Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) April 10, 2021 × While AB de Villiers stole the thunders with his terrific knock of 48 off 27 balls, it was Maxwell and Kohli who set the stage for the middle-order batters to finish the game for RCB. While Kohli scored 33 off 29, Maxwell posted 39 off 28. Earlier, Harshal Patel picked up five wickets and became the first bowler to scalp a five-fer against Mumbai Indians. × RCB will next be in action against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on April 14.

His innings was game-changer: Virat Kohli praises Glenn Maxwell after winning start in IPL 2021

Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday started their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 with a two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Chris Lynn, who made his Mumbai Indians debut in the tournament opener on Friday, was involved in a mix-up with skipper Rohit Sharma which resulted in the latter getting run-out early in the first innings.<o:p></o:p>

After the match, Lynn jokingly said that it is not an ideal scenario running out your captain in the first game while adding that his first game for Mumbai Indians could be his last. Lynn admitted that he was a bit nervous going into the match but cleared out that there were plenty of other factors that led to MI losing the match and not just the run-out. <o:p></o:p>

Lynn further said that he would have sacrificed his wicket instead of running out Rohit if he was able to cross the pitch. <o:p></o:p>

The hard-hitting Australian slashed the ball towards the covers and called for a run before immediately pulling out. However, Rohit was halfway down the track by then and Virat Kohli was quick to get the throw to the non-striker’s end to dismiss the MI captain. While Rohit departed early, Lynn ended up with a 35-ball 49.<o:p></o:p>

"Look, obviously I was a bit nervous, no doubt about it. (It was my) first game for Mumbai and it was the first time I was batting with Rohit as well. It happens in the game of cricket as well. I thought there was a run, and then obviously there wasn't a run. But yeah, if I had been able to run past him and sacrifice my wicket, I definitely would have done that, but it wasn't the case.

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"As I said, it happens, but yeah, I put just a little bit more pressure on myself. It's not ideal, running out your captain in the first game. The first game could be my last, who knows? (laughs). But anyhow, it was a spur-of-the-moment thing, happens in the game. It would have been nice (if the runout didn't happen); he was striking the ball nicely, and we were 10 or 15 runs short in the end. He would have definitely made a difference, but there were plenty of factors in this game tonight, not just the run-out," Chris Lynn answered to WION's query in the post-match press conference.

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Lynn started the match in place of South African Quinton de Kock, who is undergoing the mandatory seven-day quarantine period. He is expected to be back in the MI playing XI in their next match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday in Chennai.

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Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday started their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 with a two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday started their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 with a two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Chris Lynn, who made his Mumbai Indians debut in the tournament opener on Friday, was involved in a mix-up with skipper Rohit Sharma which resulted in the latter getting run-out early in the first innings. After the match, Lynn jokingly said that it is not an ideal scenario running out your captain in the first game while adding that his first game for Mumbai Indians could be his last. Lynn admitted that he was a bit nervous going into the match but cleared out that there were plenty of other factors that led to MI losing the match and not just the run-out. Lynn further said that he would have sacrificed his wicket instead of running out Rohit if he was able to cross the pitch. The hard-hitting Australian slashed the ball towards the covers and called for a run before immediately pulling out. However, Rohit was halfway down the track by then and Virat Kohli was quick to get the throw to the non-striker’s end to dismiss the MI captain. While Rohit departed early, Lynn ended up with a 35-ball 49. "Look, obviously I was a bit nervous, no doubt about it. (It was my) first game for Mumbai and it was the first time I was batting with Rohit as well. It happens in the game of cricket as well. I thought there was a run, and then obviously there wasn't a run. But yeah, if I had been able to run past him and sacrifice my wicket, I definitely would have done that, but it wasn't the case. IN PICS | IPL 2021- Harshal Patel and ABD shine as RCB beat Mumbai Indians in season opener "As I said, it happens, but yeah, I put just a little bit more pressure on myself. It's not ideal, running out your captain in the first game. The first game could be my last, who knows? (laughs). But anyhow, it was a spur-of-the-moment thing, happens in the game. It would have been nice (if the runout didn't happen); he was striking the ball nicely, and we were 10 or 15 runs short in the end. He would have definitely made a difference, but there were plenty of factors in this game tonight, not just the run-out," Chris Lynn answered to WION's query in the post-match press conference. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Australia pacer Behrendorff 'absolutely pumped' to join CSK × Lynn started the match in place of South African Quinton de Kock, who is undergoing the mandatory seven-day quarantine period. He is expected to be back in the MI playing XI in their next match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday in Chennai.

First game could be my last: Chris Lynn on running out captain Rohit Sharma in IPL 2021 opener

Pep Guardiola said he was "overwhelmed" to be described by Marcelo Bielsa as "magical" ahead of Manchester City's clash with Leeds on Saturday.

Veteran Leeds boss Bielsa this week said the Catalan was a "magical man" because of the way his teams played.

Guardiola, who views the Argentine as a role model, said at his pre-match press conference on Friday: "I'm overwhelmed, I feel weird.

"He's the most honest person. I'm pretty sure what he says is what he believes. He doesn't say or do anything for the media for the reputation of himself.

"That's why I'm overwhelmed. Everyone knows the admiration and respect (I have for him), the way he helped me in my beginnings.

"Always he'll be there in my heart and that's why I am always, 'wow'.&nbsp;

"Always I feel I don't deserve it because if there's one person who can search or find the secrets, the way we want to do it, the way we want to play, it's him, through his work ethic and especially his knowledge about the game."

Quadruple-chasing City head into the Premier League game at the Etihad Stadium 14 points clear at the top of the table.

They need 11 more points from their remaining seven fixtures to wrap up their third title in four years.

The sides drew 1-1 when they met at Elland Road in October.

Guardiola said: "I am looking forward to the game. We faced them in the first game and we know how difficult it was and this will not be an exception.

"The quality of the manager and the backroom staff shows in the position in the table. They were promoted last season and are already safe with 42 points... They've done incredibly well all season."

City were boosted this week by the announcement that Kevin De Bruyne had signed a new contract, committing him to the club until 2025.

Seeing it through would take the 29-year-old playmaker up to a decade at the Etihad Stadium.

Guardiola said: "I'm glad an important player like Kevin, who can have all the world in his hands and all the clubs would be delighted to have him, has decided to stay with us.

"I think it's a big compliment for all at Manchester City."

Pep Guardiola said he was "overwhelmed" to be described by Marcelo Bielsa as "magical" ahead of Manchester City's clash with Leeds on Saturday. Veteran Leeds boss Bielsa this week said the Catalan was a "magical man" because of the way his teams played.

Pep Guardiola said he was "overwhelmed" to be described by Marcelo Bielsa as "magical" ahead of Manchester City's clash with Leeds on Saturday. Veteran Leeds boss Bielsa this week said the Catalan was a "magical man" because of the way his teams played. Guardiola, who views the Argentine as a role model, said at his pre-match press conference on Friday: "I'm overwhelmed, I feel weird. "He's the most honest person. I'm pretty sure what he says is what he believes. He doesn't say or do anything for the media for the reputation of himself. "That's why I'm overwhelmed. Everyone knows the admiration and respect (I have for him), the way he helped me in my beginnings. "Always he'll be there in my heart and that's why I am always, 'wow'. "Always I feel I don't deserve it because if there's one person who can search or find the secrets, the way we want to do it, the way we want to play, it's him, through his work ethic and especially his knowledge about the game." Quadruple-chasing City head into the Premier League game at the Etihad Stadium 14 points clear at the top of the table. They need 11 more points from their remaining seven fixtures to wrap up their third title in four years. The sides drew 1-1 when they met at Elland Road in October. Guardiola said: "I am looking forward to the game. We faced them in the first game and we know how difficult it was and this will not be an exception. "The quality of the manager and the backroom staff shows in the position in the table. They were promoted last season and are already safe with 42 points... They've done incredibly well all season." City were boosted this week by the announcement that Kevin De Bruyne had signed a new contract, committing him to the club until 2025. Seeing it through would take the 29-year-old playmaker up to a decade at the Etihad Stadium. Guardiola said: "I'm glad an important player like Kevin, who can have all the world in his hands and all the clubs would be delighted to have him, has decided to stay with us. "I think it's a big compliment for all at Manchester City."

Guardiola overwhelmed by Bielsa's 'magical man' tribute

Thomas Tuchel has challenged Tammy Abraham to make it "impossible" to leave him out, admitting it could be tough for the England forward to break back into the Chelsea side this season.

Abraham has only just shaken off a niggling ankle problem suffered in the 2-0 Premier League win over Newcastle on February 15.

Chelsea have lost just once in Tuchel's 16 matches in charge, with Abraham missing the bulk of those games.

They have one foot in the Champions League semi-finals after beating Porto 2-0 away in the first leg of their last-eight tie this week and are fifth in the Premier League, one point behind fourth-placed West Ham.

Academy graduate Abraham remains Chelsea's top scorer in all competitions this term with 12 goals, though Mason Mount has topped the charts under new manager Tuchel.

"Tammy had a bit of a rough time because twice he was substituted at half-time for tactical changes," said Tuchel.

"So he could not have the impact that he demands from himself, we wish from him and he can clearly give for us.

"Then he got injured and the squad played very well without him. Now suddenly we enter the decisive part of the season where it's not so easy to bring players who were injured into the shape or to let them play."

"But it's on Tammy to do everything to make it impossible to leave him out," he added. "It's very, very hard to select the 18 players for Premier League matches."

Chelsea face Crystal Palace in Saturday's Premier League clash at Selhurst Park but Abraham could find himself surplus to requirements again despite a lack of goals from the forwards.

A clutch of Premier League clubs are understood to be keen on a move for Abraham, with West Ham among the suitors.

Tuchel said he could not help the 23-year-old advance his claims for an England place ahead of the delayed Euro 2020 tournament but believes Abraham can have a big impact on the end of Chelsea's season.

"In the offensive positions it's always possible to have a huge impact in only some minutes," he said.

"And nothing has changed. We demand a lot of Tammy and he demands a lot of himself, and he is using every minute to convince us he needs to be on the pitch. And so we go on.

"Hopefully he stays fit and will play a key role in the end of the season."

Thomas Tuchel has challenged Tammy Abraham to make it "impossible" to leave him out, admitting it could be tough for the England forward to break back into the Chelsea side this season.

Thomas Tuchel has challenged Tammy Abraham to make it "impossible" to leave him out, admitting it could be tough for the England forward to break back into the Chelsea side this season. Abraham has only just shaken off a niggling ankle problem suffered in the 2-0 Premier League win over Newcastle on February 15. Chelsea have lost just once in Tuchel's 16 matches in charge, with Abraham missing the bulk of those games. They have one foot in the Champions League semi-finals after beating Porto 2-0 away in the first leg of their last-eight tie this week and are fifth in the Premier League, one point behind fourth-placed West Ham. Academy graduate Abraham remains Chelsea's top scorer in all competitions this term with 12 goals, though Mason Mount has topped the charts under new manager Tuchel. "Tammy had a bit of a rough time because twice he was substituted at half-time for tactical changes," said Tuchel. "So he could not have the impact that he demands from himself, we wish from him and he can clearly give for us. "Then he got injured and the squad played very well without him. Now suddenly we enter the decisive part of the season where it's not so easy to bring players who were injured into the shape or to let them play." "But it's on Tammy to do everything to make it impossible to leave him out," he added. "It's very, very hard to select the 18 players for Premier League matches." Chelsea face Crystal Palace in Saturday's Premier League clash at Selhurst Park but Abraham could find himself surplus to requirements again despite a lack of goals from the forwards. A clutch of Premier League clubs are understood to be keen on a move for Abraham, with West Ham among the suitors. Tuchel said he could not help the 23-year-old advance his claims for an England place ahead of the delayed Euro 2020 tournament but believes Abraham can have a big impact on the end of Chelsea's season. "In the offensive positions it's always possible to have a huge impact in only some minutes," he said. "And nothing has changed. We demand a lot of Tammy and he demands a lot of himself, and he is using every minute to convince us he needs to be on the pitch. And so we go on. "Hopefully he stays fit and will play a key role in the end of the season."

Chelsea's Tuchel challenges Abraham to make it 'impossible' to leave him out

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