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Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi lit up the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha on Friday (Nov 14)with one of the most explosive knocks seen from an Indian youngster. Playing for India A in their first match of the tournament, the young southpaw batter smashed a stunning hundred in just 32 balls against the UAE, leaving the crowd and his teammates amazed.&nbsp;Vaibhav was in full control from the start, hitting the UAE bowlers to all parts of the ground. By the time he reached his hundred, he had already hit ten fours and nine sixes. This became the joint third-fastest hundred by an Indian in men’s T20 cricket. It also bettered his own record; he had struck a 35-ball IPL hundred for Rajasthan Royals earlier in 2025, which is still the fastest IPL century by an Indian.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mohammed-shami-heads-to-this-ipl-team-after-major-trade-deal-ipl-shami-lucknow-super-giants-1763119868841">Mohammed Shami might join THIS IPL team after major trade deal: Reports</a>&nbsp;The teenager looked all set to go after Chris Gayle’s world record of 175. With the way he was batting, a double hundred in T20 cricket didn’t look impossible. But Vaibhav’s incredible innings ended at 144 off only 42 balls when he mistimed a shot to deep cover. He showed his disappointment right after getting out, knowing he had missed a rare chance to etch his name in the record books.&nbsp;During his knock, the pressure on the UAE bowlers was so intense that they even started bowling wides to avoid being hit. Vaibhav finished with 15 sixes and 11 fours, making it the fourth-highest score by an Indian in T20 cricket.&nbsp;India A entered the tournament with a strong squad full of rising IPL names like Vaibhav, Priyansh Arya, Jitesh Sharma and Nehal Wadhera. Until last year, India sent U-23 teams for this event, but this time, selectors picked a powerful senior group to dominate the competition.

Vaibhav Suryawanshi was phenomenal as he dispatched the UAE bowlers all over the park, hitting 32 32-ball hundred for India A in the ongoing Rising Stars Asia Cup. In his innings of 144 runs, he smashed 26 boundaries.

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi lit up the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha on Friday (Nov 14)with one of the most explosive knocks seen from an Indian youngster. Playing for India A in their first match of the tournament, the young southpaw batter smashed a stunning hundred in just 32 balls against the UAE, leaving the crowd and his teammates amazed. Vaibhav was in full control from the start, hitting the UAE bowlers to all parts of the ground. By the time he reached his hundred, he had already hit ten fours and nine sixes. This became the joint third-fastest hundred by an Indian in men’s T20 cricket. It also bettered his own record; he had struck a 35-ball IPL hundred for Rajasthan Royals earlier in 2025, which is still the fastest IPL century by an Indian. Also read | Mohammed Shami might join THIS IPL team after major trade deal: Reports The teenager looked all set to go after Chris Gayle’s world record of 175. With the way he was batting, a double hundred in T20 cricket didn’t look impossible. But Vaibhav’s incredible innings ended at 144 off only 42 balls when he mistimed a shot to deep cover. He showed his disappointment right after getting out, knowing he had missed a rare chance to etch his name in the record books. During his knock, the pressure on the UAE bowlers was so intense that they even started bowling wides to avoid being hit. Vaibhav finished with 15 sixes and 11 fours, making it the fourth-highest score by an Indian in T20 cricket. India A entered the tournament with a strong squad full of rising IPL names like Vaibhav, Priyansh Arya, Jitesh Sharma and Nehal Wadhera. Until last year, India sent U-23 teams for this event, but this time, selectors picked a powerful senior group to dominate the competition.

Vaibhav Suryawanshi was phenomenal as he dispatched the UAE bowlers all over the park, hitting 32 32-ball hundred for India A in the ongoing Rising Stars Asia Cup. In his innings of 144 runs, he smashed 26 boundaries.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes 32-ball hundred in Rising Stars Asia Cup clash

To enhance the hand-eye coordination of its players, Hockey India has enlisted the expertise of renowned South African eye specialist Dr. Sherylle Calder. She will be working with the men's hockey team until next year's Asian Games, as confirmed by head coach Craig Fulton to news agency PTI on Friday (November 14). Dr. Calder, an expert in improving hand-eye, foot, and overall body coordination, has worked with some of the world's top athletes. Her EyeGym programs have been credited with boosting the performance of elite sports figures like golfer Ernie Els and Mercedes F1 driver Valtteri Bottas.&nbsp;Dr. Sherylle Calder is a globally recognised leader in the field of visual performance coaching, with over 25 years of experience helping individuals unlock their cognitive potential across sports, business, and education. As the founder of EyeGym, she has crafted a pioneering training program that focuses on the development of advanced cognitive behaviours through visual awareness—a discipline that bridges the gap between mental processes and physical performance.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-sri-lanka-players-escorted-back-to-hotel-under-heavy-security-after-practice-session-1763123415278">WATCH | Sri Lanka players escorted back to hotel under heavy security after practice session</a>&nbsp;Dr. Calder is the only professional in the world to hold a formal PhD in Visual Performance Skills Training, a rare distinction that underscores her deep expertise in the cognitive science of vision and its applications in human performance. Her unique approach has transformed how athletes and professionals understand and enhance their visual and mental skills, leading to measurable improvements in focus, reaction time, decision-making, and overall performance.&nbsp;Her extensive global exposure has allowed her to work with thousands of elite athletes, helping them achieve peak performance in a range of competitive sports. Dr. Calder’s coaching resume includes high-profile successes across various disciplines, such as tennis, volleyball, water polo, netball, surfing, canoeing, and skiing. Her clients have included Grand Slam champions, coaches, umpires, and referees—each of whom benefited from her tailored, behind-the-scenes training strategies that focus on cognitive development and visual acuity.<h2>HI announces squad for Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025</h2>Hockey India announced the Indian men’s hockey team for the upcoming 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, which will take place in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23 to 30, 2025. Sanjay has been appointed the captain. India’s campaign will begin with a match against Korea on November 23, followed by a clash with Belgium on November 24. The team will then face Malaysia on November 26, New Zealand on November 27, and finish their group stage with a game against Canada on November 29.&nbsp;The squad includes goalkeepers Pawan and Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar, while the defense line-up features Poovanna Chandura Boby, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, Yashdeep Siwach, Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas, and Sanjay. The midfield will be led by Rajinder Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, Vivek Sagar Prasad, and Mohammed Raheel Mouseen. India's forward line will be spearheaded by Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Selvam Karthi, Aditya Arjun Lalage, Dilpreet Singh, and Abhishek. Standby players for the tournament are Varun Kumar, Vishnu Kant Singh, Hardik Singh, and Angad Bir Singh.

Dr. Sherylle Calder: The new secret weapon for Indian men's hockey team as they push for 2026 Asian Games glory

To enhance the hand-eye coordination of its players, Hockey India has enlisted the expertise of renowned South African eye specialist Dr. Sherylle Calder. She will be working with the men's hockey team until next year's Asian Games, as confirmed by head coach Craig Fulton to news agency PTI on Friday (November 14). Dr. Calder, an expert in improving hand-eye, foot, and overall body coordination, has worked with some of the world's top athletes. Her EyeGym programs have been credited with boosting the performance of elite sports figures like golfer Ernie Els and Mercedes F1 driver Valtteri Bottas. Dr. Sherylle Calder is a globally recognised leader in the field of visual performance coaching, with over 25 years of experience helping individuals unlock their cognitive potential across sports, business, and education. As the founder of EyeGym, she has crafted a pioneering training program that focuses on the development of advanced cognitive behaviours through visual awareness—a discipline that bridges the gap between mental processes and physical performance. Also Read: WATCH | Sri Lanka players escorted back to hotel under heavy security after practice session Dr. Calder is the only professional in the world to hold a formal PhD in Visual Performance Skills Training, a rare distinction that underscores her deep expertise in the cognitive science of vision and its applications in human performance. Her unique approach has transformed how athletes and professionals understand and enhance their visual and mental skills, leading to measurable improvements in focus, reaction time, decision-making, and overall performance. Her extensive global exposure has allowed her to work with thousands of elite athletes, helping them achieve peak performance in a range of competitive sports. Dr. Calder’s coaching resume includes high-profile successes across various disciplines, such as tennis, volleyball, water polo, netball, surfing, canoeing, and skiing. Her clients have included Grand Slam champions, coaches, umpires, and referees—each of whom benefited from her tailored, behind-the-scenes training strategies that focus on cognitive development and visual acuity. HI announces squad for Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 Hockey India announced the Indian men’s hockey team for the upcoming 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, which will take place in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23 to 30, 2025. Sanjay has been appointed the captain. India’s campaign will begin with a match against Korea on November 23, followed by a clash with Belgium on November 24. The team will then face Malaysia on November 26, New Zealand on November 27, and finish their group stage with a game against Canada on November 29. The squad includes goalkeepers Pawan and Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar, while the defense line-up features Poovanna Chandura Boby, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, Yashdeep Siwach, Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas, and Sanjay. The midfield will be led by Rajinder Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, Vivek Sagar Prasad, and Mohammed Raheel Mouseen. India's forward line will be spearheaded by Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Selvam Karthi, Aditya Arjun Lalage, Dilpreet Singh, and Abhishek. Standby players for the tournament are Varun Kumar, Vishnu Kant Singh, Hardik Singh, and Angad Bir Singh.

The next assignment for the Indian men's hockey team is the upcoming 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, set to be held in Ipoh, Malaysia from November 23-30. Sanjay has been named captain of the team

In the history of Test cricket, there have been many bowlers who picked 200 wickets in the longest format of the game. Now, let's glance at the five bowlers who picked the fastest 200 wickets in Test cricket.

In the history of Test cricket, there have been many bowlers who picked 200 wickets in the longest format of the game. Now, let's glance at the five bowlers who picked the fastest 200 wickets in Test cricket.

5 bowlers to fastest 200 Test wickets: Only one Indian makes the cut, check who?

Just hours before the start of the second ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday (November 14, 2025), a video surfaced on social media platforms showing the Sri Lankan team returning from a practice session. The footage, though not independently verified by WION, showed the team bus being escorted by a high-security convoy, resembling the kind of protection typically given to heads of state.&nbsp;This increased security was a response to a deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad on Tuesday (November 11), which claimed 12 lives just ahead of the first one day international between the two teams in Rawalpindi. Following the attack, some Sri Lankan players expressed concerns about their safety and even considered pulling out of the tour. However, the Sri Lankan Cricket Board confirmed that the series would continue and warned players about facing a "formal review" if they withdrew. As a result, the second and third ODIs were rescheduled by one day.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-india-37-1-on-day-1-after-bumrah-s-five-for-leaves-proteas-bowled-out-of-159-1763118930364">IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159</a><h2>Watch the viral video here</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">No.. It’s not Donald Trump in Pakistan. It’s Sri Lanka Cricket team returning to hotel from an optional practice session at Rawalpindi. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKVSL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PAKVSL</a> <a href="https://t.co/CgfaX0TJXv">pic.twitter.com/CgfaX0TJXv</a>&mdash; Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/nibraz88cricket/status/1989176587267502133?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Pakistan and Sri Lanka are also set to compete in a tri-nation series featuring Zimbabwe, starting next Tuesday (November 18 ), with all seven matches to be held in Rawalpindi. Afghanistan, initially slated to be the third team in the tournament, withdrew following a Pakistani airstrike in Paktika Province that killed three Afghan cricketers and five civilians. It's worth remembering that Sri Lanka had already faced a traumatic experience in 2009 when gunmen attacked their team bus in Lahore, injuring six players while they were en route to a Test match to be played at the Gaddafi Stadium. That attack led to international teams staying away from Pakistan for almost a decade.

WATCH | Sri Lanka players escorted back to hotel under heavy security after practice session

Just hours before the start of the second ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday (November 14, 2025), a video surfaced on social media platforms showing the Sri Lankan team returning from a practice session. The footage, though not independently verified by WION, showed the team bus being escorted by a high-security convoy, resembling the kind of protection typically given to heads of state. This increased security was a response to a deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad on Tuesday (November 11), which claimed 12 lives just ahead of the first one day international between the two teams in Rawalpindi. Following the attack, some Sri Lankan players expressed concerns about their safety and even considered pulling out of the tour. However, the Sri Lankan Cricket Board confirmed that the series would continue and warned players about facing a "formal review" if they withdrew. As a result, the second and third ODIs were rescheduled by one day. Also Read: IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159 Watch the viral video here

A video circulating on social media shows Sri Lanka's team bus under heavy security ahead of their second ODI in Rawalpindi, following a deadly bombing in Islamabad

From Jasprit Bumrah to Ravindra Jadeja, here's a look at the top five active Indian bowlers with most five-wicket hauls in Tests. This list also includes Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj

From Jasprit Bumrah to Ravindra Jadeja, here's a look at the top five active Indian bowlers with most five-wicket hauls in Tests. This list also includes Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj

Meet top 5 active Indian bowlers with most five-wicket hauls in Tests

In a major IPL move, Sunrisers Hyderabad is all set to trade veteran pacer Mohammed Shami to Lucknow Super Giants. The deal is set to be a full cash trade, with LSG ready to match the INR 10 crore that SRH spent on him at the IPL 2025 mega auction. Both franchises have settled the terms, and the trade will go through once Shami gives his approval, as per a report by ESPNcricinfo. Shami, now 35, has not played for India since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;Even though he has been playing for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. He missed out on selection for the Test series against West Indies and South Africa, and was also not picked for the five-Test tour of England. His IPL 2025 season didn’t help his case either. During the 2025 IPL season, Shami played nine matches for SRH and took only six wickets.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-end-of-the-road-for-sai-sudharsan-in-tests-washington-sundar-makes-surprise-appearance-at-no-3-1763117131681">IND vs SA: End of the road for Sai Sudharsan in Tests? THIS player makes surprise appearance at No.3</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;His average and economy were on the higher side, and his numbers at the Hyderabad home ground were even worse. One of his toughest outings came against the Punjab Kings, where he gave away 75 runs without getting a wicket, the second most expensive spell in IPL history.&nbsp;SRH signed Shami for INR 10 crore ($ 1.2 million) because of his brilliant powerplay bowling for the Gujarat Titans in the 2022 and 2023 seasons. In those two years, he picked 28 wickets in the first six overs, more than Trent Boult and Mohammed Siraj. But after missing IPL 2024 due to injury, he couldn’t find the same rhythm in 2025, taking just five wickets in the bowling powerplay.&nbsp;The move to LSG also makes sense for the franchise. Their Indian pace group has injury concerns. Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan are all recovering from different injuries and not playing domestic cricket. That makes Shami’s experience valuable. If the trade goes through, he will reunite with Bharat Arun, LSG’s head of talent development and India’s former bowling coach, who has worked closely with him in the past.&nbsp;

SRH had signed Shami in 2024 Mega auctions for INR 10 crore because of his brilliant powerplay bowling for the Gujarat Titans in the 2022 and 2023 seasons. In those two years, he picked 28 wickets in the first six overs, more than Trent Boult and Mohammed Siraj.

In a major IPL move, Sunrisers Hyderabad is all set to trade veteran pacer Mohammed Shami to Lucknow Super Giants. The deal is set to be a full cash trade, with LSG ready to match the INR 10 crore that SRH spent on him at the IPL 2025 mega auction. Both franchises have settled the terms, and the trade will go through once Shami gives his approval, as per a report by ESPNcricinfo. Shami, now 35, has not played for India since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025. Even though he has been playing for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. He missed out on selection for the Test series against West Indies and South Africa, and was also not picked for the five-Test tour of England. His IPL 2025 season didn’t help his case either. During the 2025 IPL season, Shami played nine matches for SRH and took only six wickets. Also read | IND vs SA: End of the road for Sai Sudharsan in Tests? THIS player makes surprise appearance at No.3 His average and economy were on the higher side, and his numbers at the Hyderabad home ground were even worse. One of his toughest outings came against the Punjab Kings, where he gave away 75 runs without getting a wicket, the second most expensive spell in IPL history. SRH signed Shami for INR 10 crore ($ 1.2 million) because of his brilliant powerplay bowling for the Gujarat Titans in the 2022 and 2023 seasons. In those two years, he picked 28 wickets in the first six overs, more than Trent Boult and Mohammed Siraj. But after missing IPL 2024 due to injury, he couldn’t find the same rhythm in 2025, taking just five wickets in the bowling powerplay. The move to LSG also makes sense for the franchise. Their Indian pace group has injury concerns. Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan are all recovering from different injuries and not playing domestic cricket. That makes Shami’s experience valuable. If the trade goes through, he will reunite with Bharat Arun, LSG’s head of talent development and India’s former bowling coach, who has worked closely with him in the past.

SRH signed Shami in 2024 Mega auctions for INR 10 crore because of his brilliant powerplay bowling for the Gujarat Titans in the 2022 and 2023 seasons. In those two years, he picked 28 wickets in the first six overs, more than Trent Boult and Mohammed Siraj.

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On day 1 of the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa being played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, hosts were 37/1 at stumps after bowling out South Africa for 159 on Friday (November 14). For India, Washington Sundar (6*) and KL Rahul (13*) were at the crease. Earlier in the day, India's quick Jasprit Bumrah (5/27) took a five-wicket haul which gave India an upper hand on day 1.&nbsp;Bad light curtailed play early in the final session, with India losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal cheaply. However, KL Rahul and Washington Sundar saw the team through without further loss, adding 19 runs in an unbeaten second-wicket stand. The pair played cautiously on a pitch that continued to offer variable bounce. Earlier, Bumrah's lethal spell of 5/27 had dismantled South Africa's batting after they had made a promising start, reaching 57/0. The visitors lost all ten wickets for just 102 runs, handing India the upper hand at the close of play.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-you-prepare-for-the-worst-you-play-for-the-best-hashim-amla-s-advice-for-south-african-batters-facing-spin-1763114020193">IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin</a>&nbsp;Bumrah's fiery burst after tea was a highlight, with the Eden Gardens crowd cheering him on. He struck immediately, removing Simon Harmer with a ball that jagged back to shatter his off-stump. A few deliveries later, Bumrah bowled an inswinging yorker to bowl out Keshav Maharaj for a duck. By the time the session ended, Tristan Stubbs was the only batter left unbeaten on 15, as South Africa's collapse continued. On a pitch offering inconsistent bounce, Jaiswal had a tough time getting going, taking 15 balls to score his first runs—a boundary off Marco Jansen. He added two more fours before being dismissed for 12, nicking a delivery from Jansen onto his stumps. Rahul, meanwhile, played a patient knock, scoring just one run from his first 14 balls before striking a crisp drive off Wiaan Mulder.&nbsp;Sundar, promoted to number three, endured a challenging period early but grew more confident as the day progressed. The South African bowlers—Jansen, Mulder, and Bosch—kept things tight, while spinners Maharaj and Harmer found some turn. But Rahul and Sundar weathered the storm, sticking to solid, disciplined batting. Play was finally halted at 4:35 pm due to bad light, with Bumrah's superb five-wicket haul being the standout performance of the day, putting India in a strong position at the end of the first day.&nbsp;Brief scores:South Africa: 159 all out in 55 overs (Aiden Markram 31, Ryan Rickelton 23; Jasprit Bumrah 5/27, Kuldeep Yadav 2/36) lead India 37/1 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 13 not out, Yashasvi Jaiswal 12; Marco Jansen 1/11) by 122 runs.

IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159

On day 1 of the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa being played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, hosts were 37/1 at stumps after bowling out South Africa for 159 on Friday (November 14). For India, Washington Sundar (6*) and KL Rahul (13*) were at the crease. Earlier in the day, India's quick Jasprit Bumrah (5/27) took a five-wicket haul which gave India an upper hand on day 1. Bad light curtailed play early in the final session, with India losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal cheaply. However, KL Rahul and Washington Sundar saw the team through without further loss, adding 19 runs in an unbeaten second-wicket stand. The pair played cautiously on a pitch that continued to offer variable bounce. Earlier, Bumrah's lethal spell of 5/27 had dismantled South Africa's batting after they had made a promising start, reaching 57/0. The visitors lost all ten wickets for just 102 runs, handing India the upper hand at the close of play. Also Read: IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin Bumrah's fiery burst after tea was a highlight, with the Eden Gardens crowd cheering him on. He struck immediately, removing Simon Harmer with a ball that jagged back to shatter his off-stump. A few deliveries later, Bumrah bowled an inswinging yorker to bowl out Keshav Maharaj for a duck. By the time the session ended, Tristan Stubbs was the only batter left unbeaten on 15, as South Africa's collapse continued. On a pitch offering inconsistent bounce, Jaiswal had a tough time getting going, taking 15 balls to score his first runs—a boundary off Marco Jansen. He added two more fours before being dismissed for 12, nicking a delivery from Jansen onto his stumps. Rahul, meanwhile, played a patient knock, scoring just one run from his first 14 balls before striking a crisp drive off Wiaan Mulder. Sundar, promoted to number three, endured a challenging period early but grew more confident as the day progressed. The South African bowlers—Jansen, Mulder, and Bosch—kept things tight, while spinners Maharaj and Harmer found some turn. But Rahul and Sundar weathered the storm, sticking to solid, disciplined batting. Play was finally halted at 4:35 pm due to bad light, with Bumrah's superb five-wicket haul being the standout performance of the day, putting India in a strong position at the end of the first day. Brief scores: South Africa: 159 all out in 55 overs (Aiden Markram 31, Ryan Rickelton 23; Jasprit Bumrah 5/27, Kuldeep Yadav 2/36) lead India 37/1 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 13 not out, Yashasvi Jaiswal 12; Marco Jansen 1/11) by 122 runs.

South Africa after winning the toss elected to bat first but were bowled out for 158 runs as India pacer Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul on the opening day of the first Test being played in Kolkata

From Aneta Rygielska to Wiktoria Rogalinska here are few top contenders to win World Boxing Cup 2025. The prestigious list also consists of Chantelle Reid, Charaabi Sirine and Yeonji Oh amongst favourites. 

From Aneta Rygielska to Wiktoria Rogalinska here are few top contenders to win World Boxing Cup 2025. The prestigious list also consists of Chantelle Reid, Charaabi Sirine and Yeonji Oh amongst favourites.&nbsp;

From Aneta Rygielska to Wiktoria Rogalinska, top contenders to win World Boxing Cup 2025

India pulled off a bold and unexpected move in the first Test against South Africa, leaving fans and experts talking right from the opening session. After India lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early for 12 on day 1 (Nov 14), everyone expected captain Shubman Gill to walk in at no. 3. Instead, Washington Sundar came out to bat, surprising almost everyone who was watching. This move raises one simple question.<h2>Is India looking for a new No.3 in Test cricket?</h2>Washington Sundar has shown his batting talent in the longest format before. His knocks in Australia and England proved that he has the skill and patience needed in Test cricket. But batting at No. 3 is a very different challenge. This is the position once held by Rahul Dravid and later by Cheteshwar Pujara, two players known for their solid technique and long stays at the crease. By sending Sundar up the order, India seems to be testing his temperament and trusting his all-round ability in a big way.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-richer-between-sania-mirza-and-shoaib-malik-net-worth-compared-1763108179314">Who is richer between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik? Net worth compared</a><h2>Two wicketkeeper batters in playing XI for India?</h2>There is also a selection angle behind this call. India wanted both wicketkeepers, Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel in the playing XI. Pant’s return was a major focus for the team, while Jurel forced his way in with two unbeaten centuries for India A against South Africa A. With both deserving a spot, India needed a flexible batting order. Sundar’s promotion made that possible.&nbsp;On the other hand, Sai Sudharsan’s recent form in red-ball cricket did not help his case. He scored only 84 runs in four innings against South Africa A, and 133 runs in three innings against the West Indies. These numbers were not enough to keep his place secure, especially when others were performing better. His limited returns opened the door for Jurel and pushed the team to try Sundar higher up.

After India lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early for 12 on day 1 (Nov 14), everyone expected captain Shubman Gill to walk in at no. 3. Instead, this all-rounder came out to bat, surprising almost everyone who was watching.

India pulled off a bold and unexpected move in the first Test against South Africa, leaving fans and experts talking right from the opening session. After India lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early for 12 on day 1 (Nov 14), everyone expected captain Shubman Gill to walk in at no. 3. Instead, Washington Sundar came out to bat, surprising almost everyone who was watching. This move raises one simple question. Is India looking for a new No.3 in Test cricket? Washington Sundar has shown his batting talent in the longest format before. His knocks in Australia and England proved that he has the skill and patience needed in Test cricket. But batting at No. 3 is a very different challenge. This is the position once held by Rahul Dravid and later by Cheteshwar Pujara, two players known for their solid technique and long stays at the crease. By sending Sundar up the order, India seems to be testing his temperament and trusting his all-round ability in a big way. Also read | Who is richer between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik? Net worth compared Two wicketkeeper batters in playing XI for India? There is also a selection angle behind this call. India wanted both wicketkeepers, Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel in the playing XI. Pant’s return was a major focus for the team, while Jurel forced his way in with two unbeaten centuries for India A against South Africa A. With both deserving a spot, India needed a flexible batting order. Sundar’s promotion made that possible. On the other hand, Sai Sudharsan’s recent form in red-ball cricket did not help his case. He scored only 84 runs in four innings against South Africa A, and 133 runs in three innings against the West Indies. These numbers were not enough to keep his place secure, especially when others were performing better. His limited returns opened the door for Jurel and pushed the team to try Sundar higher up.

After India lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early for 12 on day 1 (Nov 14), everyone expected captain Shubman Gill to walk in at no. 3. Instead, this all-rounder came out to bat, surprising almost everyone who was watching.

IND vs SA: End of the road for Sai Sudharsan in Tests? THIS player makes surprise appearance at No.3

From Cameron Green to Hardik Pandya here is a look at five most expensive trades in IPL history. The elite list consists of names like Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan and Lockie Ferguson as the trade window IPL 2026 is about to close. 

From Cameron Green to Hardik Pandya here is a look at five most expensive trades in IPL history. The elite list consists of names like Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan and Lockie Ferguson as the trade window IPL 2026 is about to close.&nbsp;

From Cameron Green to Hardik Pandya, 5 most expensive trades in IPL history

Hashim Amla’s legacy in South African cricket is one of quiet brilliance. Known for his calm demeanour and unflappable technique, Amla was a cornerstone of South Africa’s batting lineup for over two decades. Today, as a coach and mentor, he continues to influence the game from behind the scenes, particularly through the SA20 league, where he believes the future of South African cricket is being forged. Speaking at the ‘SA20 India Day 2025’ event in Mumbai. MI Cape Town batting coach Hashim&nbsp;Amla shared his thoughts on the evolving landscape of international cricket, the role of T20 leagues, and how South Africa’s emerging talents can balance the aggressive nature of modern cricket with the traditional demands of Test cricket.<h2>The role of SA20 in South Africa’s cricketing future</h2>For Amla, the SA20 league is more than just a showcase of T20 cricket. It is a vital part of South Africa’s cricketing ecosystem that will help maintain the nation’s standing on the world stage. As players such as Jofra Archer and Rassie van der Dussen shine in the league, Amla sees it as a fast-track to the national team for young players, accelerating their experience and providing them with high-pressure, high-exposure opportunities.&nbsp;“SA20 will definitely play its role in maintaining South Africa’s prestige in international cricket,” Amla said while replying to a question from WION. The rapid development of players in the league mirrors the growth seen in India through the IPL, where young cricketers gain invaluable experience playing alongside seasoned internationals. Amla believes that, in time, the SA20 will do the same for South Africa, ensuring that the next generation of players is both skilled and battle-tested.&nbsp;As cricket continues to evolve, one of the key challenges facing young cricketers today is adapting to the demands of both T20 and Test cricket. The current generation of batters, many of whom have grown up playing T20 cricket, now face the task of maintaining their aggressive instincts while also excelling in the slower, more methodical world of Test cricket. For Amla, the solution lies in preparation and mindset. “Test cricket still demands patience and bravery,” he said. While T20 cricket encourages fast-paced, risk-taking shots, Test cricket rewards mental fortitude and the ability to play long, grinding innings. Amla’s advice for young batters is simple: continue to play four-day cricket at the domestic level, where the true challenges of Test cricket can be honed. He believes that maintaining a connection to traditional formats is crucial for preserving the art of batting in longer formats.<h2>The South African challenge in India</h2>As South Africa prepares for a challenging Test series in India, Amla reflects on what it takes to succeed in one of the toughest cricketing environments in the world. For South Africa’s young players, many of whom are touring India for the first time, Amla sees an advantage in their lack of preconceived notions about the country’s conditions. “When you come to a new place, you have less baggage. You come with a fresh mind,” he explained. In India, where conditions are often drastically different from those in South Africa, the ability to adapt quickly becomes crucial. Amla is optimistic about the South African squad's chances, particularly in the bowling department, where the team boasts a potent mix of pace and spin options.&nbsp;However, he also emphasises the importance of batting. “Getting enough runs on the board to allow your bowlers to win you the game” is key, he believes. The quality of India’s spinners and fast bowlers means that South Africa’s batters will need to step up and provide a solid foundation for the team.&nbsp;One player who has caught Amla’s eye is India’s rising star, Shubman Gill. Not only has Gill impressed with his batting, but his leadership as captain has also drawn praise from Amla. “It takes a big personality to captain and open the batting,” Amla says, recalling his own experiences of captaining alongside another young leader, Graeme Smith. For Amla, the balance between leadership and performance is the mark of a true champion, and Gill has shown that he can shoulder both responsibilities with maturity.<h2>Donning a different hat</h2>Amla, now coaching MI Cape Town, believes that the modern coach must possess a deep understanding of the evolving T20 format, but also a connection to the traditional aspects of the game. His work with MI Cape Town, a team with a rich legacy of success, requires him to navigate the demands of high expectations while fostering an environment of growth and learning. “The expectation is always there, but it’s about creating an environment that gets the best out of players,” Amla explains.&nbsp;The T20 format, Amla acknowledges, requires more than just technical skill; it demands an understanding of the game’s evolving trends and an ability to stay ahead of the curve. As someone who has experienced the game’s growth, Amla is well-positioned to guide younger players in understanding the delicate balance between modern cricket’s aggression and the patience required for the longest format of the game.<h2>Amla on Proteas lifting WTC</h2>Reflecting on South Africa’s triumph in the World Test Championship, Amla speaks fondly of the team’s resilience. “South Africa were underdogs, but they clawed their way back into the game,” he said. It was a victory that encapsulated the spirit of South African cricket — the same spirit that has driven the team through years of high performance. For Amla, playing in India remains a special experience. “The crowds are amazing, and the passion for the game is something every cricketer wants to experience,” he says. He encourages South Africa’s current squad to embrace the passion and intensity of the Indian crowd, knowing it will drive them to perform at their best.

IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin

Hashim Amla’s legacy in South African cricket is one of quiet brilliance. Known for his calm demeanour and unflappable technique, Amla was a cornerstone of South Africa’s batting lineup for over two decades. Today, as a coach and mentor, he continues to influence the game from behind the scenes, particularly through the SA20 league, where he believes the future of South African cricket is being forged. Speaking at the ‘SA20 India Day 2025’ event in Mumbai. MI Cape Town batting coach Hashim Amla shared his thoughts on the evolving landscape of international cricket, the role of T20 leagues, and how South Africa’s emerging talents can balance the aggressive nature of modern cricket with the traditional demands of Test cricket. The role of SA20 in South Africa’s cricketing future For Amla, the SA20 league is more than just a showcase of T20 cricket. It is a vital part of South Africa’s cricketing ecosystem that will help maintain the nation’s standing on the world stage. As players such as Jofra Archer and Rassie van der Dussen shine in the league, Amla sees it as a fast-track to the national team for young players, accelerating their experience and providing them with high-pressure, high-exposure opportunities. “SA20 will definitely play its role in maintaining South Africa’s prestige in international cricket,” Amla said while replying to a question from WION. The rapid development of players in the league mirrors the growth seen in India through the IPL, where young cricketers gain invaluable experience playing alongside seasoned internationals. Amla believes that, in time, the SA20 will do the same for South Africa, ensuring that the next generation of players is both skilled and battle-tested. As cricket continues to evolve, one of the key challenges facing young cricketers today is adapting to the demands of both T20 and Test cricket. The current generation of batters, many of whom have grown up playing T20 cricket, now face the task of maintaining their aggressive instincts while also excelling in the slower, more methodical world of Test cricket. For Amla, the solution lies in preparation and mindset. “Test cricket still demands patience and bravery,” he said. While T20 cricket encourages fast-paced, risk-taking shots, Test cricket rewards mental fortitude and the ability to play long, grinding innings. Amla’s advice for young batters is simple: continue to play four-day cricket at the domestic level, where the true challenges of Test cricket can be honed. He believes that maintaining a connection to traditional formats is crucial for preserving the art of batting in longer formats. The South African challenge in India As South Africa prepares for a challenging Test series in India, Amla reflects on what it takes to succeed in one of the toughest cricketing environments in the world. For South Africa’s young players, many of whom are touring India for the first time, Amla sees an advantage in their lack of preconceived notions about the country’s conditions. “When you come to a new place, you have less baggage. You come with a fresh mind,” he explained. In India, where conditions are often drastically different from those in South Africa, the ability to adapt quickly becomes crucial. Amla is optimistic about the South African squad's chances, particularly in the bowling department, where the team boasts a potent mix of pace and spin options. However, he also emphasises the importance of batting. “Getting enough runs on the board to allow your bowlers to win you the game” is key, he believes. The quality of India’s spinners and fast bowlers means that South Africa’s batters will need to step up and provide a solid foundation for the team. One player who has caught Amla’s eye is India’s rising star, Shubman Gill. Not only has Gill impressed with his batting, but his leadership as captain has also drawn praise from Amla. “It takes a big personality to captain and open the batting,” Amla says, recalling his own experiences of captaining alongside another young leader, Graeme Smith. For Amla, the balance between leadership and performance is the mark of a true champion, and Gill has shown that he can shoulder both responsibilities with maturity. Donning a different hat Amla, now coaching MI Cape Town, believes that the modern coach must possess a deep understanding of the evolving T20 format, but also a connection to the traditional aspects of the game. His work with MI Cape Town, a team with a rich legacy of success, requires him to navigate the demands of high expectations while fostering an environment of growth and learning. “The expectation is always there, but it’s about creating an environment that gets the best out of players,” Amla explains. The T20 format, Amla acknowledges, requires more than just technical skill; it demands an understanding of the game’s evolving trends and an ability to stay ahead of the curve. As someone who has experienced the game’s growth, Amla is well-positioned to guide younger players in understanding the delicate balance between modern cricket’s aggression and the patience required for the longest format of the game. Amla on Proteas lifting WTC Reflecting on South Africa’s triumph in the World Test Championship, Amla speaks fondly of the team’s resilience. “South Africa were underdogs, but they clawed their way back into the game,” he said. It was a victory that encapsulated the spirit of South African cricket — the same spirit that has driven the team through years of high performance. For Amla, playing in India remains a special experience. “The crowds are amazing, and the passion for the game is something every cricketer wants to experience,” he says. He encourages South Africa’s current squad to embrace the passion and intensity of the Indian crowd, knowing it will drive them to perform at their best.

Former Proteas player Hashim Amla discusses South Africa's cricket future, SA20's impact, playing spin in India, and the balance between T20 aggression and Test cricket patience

Bangladesh wrapped up a dominant innings-and-47-run victory over Ireland shortly after lunch on the fourth day of the Sylhet Test on Friday, sealing their 24th win in the format. Debutant left-arm spinner Hasan Murad starred with 4-60, while Taijul Islam finished with 3-84, including the final wicket of Barry McCarthy, as Ireland were dismissed for 254 in their second innings. Bangladesh had taken firm control of the game with a massive first-innings total of 587-8 declared in reply to Ireland's 286.&nbsp;Ireland tried to unsettle the spinners after they resumed on Friday morning with an aggressive sweep-heavy approach. Andy McBrine resisted with a gritty 52 off 106 balls, his fifth Test half-century, but received little support until a late counterattack from McCarthy (25) and debutant Jordan Neil (36).&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2026-tim-southee-joins-three-time-champions-kolkata-knight-riders-as-bowling-coach-1763109711544">Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach</a>&nbsp;McCarthy and Neil added 54 runs for the ninth wicket to delay Bangladesh's victory charge. Murad, who took two wickets late on day three, returned to trap Irish captain Andy Balbirnie (38) with a full delivery.&nbsp;Balbirnie, who did not bat on the third evening due to a finger injury, came in at number eight. The star for Bangladesh in the match was opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy who slammed a career-best 171.&nbsp;&nbsp;Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto made 100, his eighth Test century and fourth as captain, equalling Mushfiqur Rahim's tally as Bangladesh skipper. Shadman Islam (80), Mominul Haque (80) and Liton Das (60) also contributed with the bat, while Humphreys finished with 5-170 -- his second five-wicket haul in as many Tests.&nbsp;Captain Shanto hailed the strong start from his openers.&nbsp;"The way everyone performed in this match, we're really happy. Especially the opening partnership -- it was tremendous," he said.&nbsp;He also praised the 24-year-old Murad's impact on a placid surface.&nbsp;"Murad waited for so long. He has been doing well in first-class cricket. He showed what a quality and exciting bowler he is."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-richer-between-sania-mirza-and-shoaib-malik-net-worth-compared-1763108179314">Who is richer between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik? Net worth compared</a>&nbsp;Player-of-the-match Joy said he was "a bit disappointed" to miss out on a maiden double-hundred but was "happy overall with the contribution".&nbsp;Balbirnie said he was hopeful his team would improve as they play more matches.&nbsp;"We know how good they are in their own conditions. From skill point of view, we've to get there," he said.&nbsp;"That'll come with more matches... The more our players are exposed to top-flight international cricket, they'll get better."&nbsp;The teams now move to Mirpur for the second and final Test starting November 19 at the Sher- e-Bangla National Stadium.&nbsp;That match will mark Mushfiqur Rahim's 100th Test appearance -- the first Bangladesh player to reach the milestone.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The star for Bangladesh in the match was opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy who slammed a career-best 171

Bangladesh wrapped up a dominant innings-and-47-run victory over Ireland shortly after lunch on the fourth day of the Sylhet Test on Friday, sealing their 24th win in the format. Debutant left-arm spinner Hasan Murad starred with 4-60, while Taijul Islam finished with 3-84, including the final wicket of Barry McCarthy, as Ireland were dismissed for 254 in their second innings. Bangladesh had taken firm control of the game with a massive first-innings total of 587-8 declared in reply to Ireland's 286. Ireland tried to unsettle the spinners after they resumed on Friday morning with an aggressive sweep-heavy approach. Andy McBrine resisted with a gritty 52 off 106 balls, his fifth Test half-century, but received little support until a late counterattack from McCarthy (25) and debutant Jordan Neil (36). Also Read - Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach McCarthy and Neil added 54 runs for the ninth wicket to delay Bangladesh's victory charge. Murad, who took two wickets late on day three, returned to trap Irish captain Andy Balbirnie (38) with a full delivery. Balbirnie, who did not bat on the third evening due to a finger injury, came in at number eight. The star for Bangladesh in the match was opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy who slammed a career-best 171. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto made 100, his eighth Test century and fourth as captain, equalling Mushfiqur Rahim's tally as Bangladesh skipper. Shadman Islam (80), Mominul Haque (80) and Liton Das (60) also contributed with the bat, while Humphreys finished with 5-170 -- his second five-wicket haul in as many Tests. Captain Shanto hailed the strong start from his openers. "The way everyone performed in this match, we're really happy. Especially the opening partnership -- it was tremendous," he said. He also praised the 24-year-old Murad's impact on a placid surface. "Murad waited for so long. He has been doing well in first-class cricket. He showed what a quality and exciting bowler he is." Also Read - Who is richer between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik? Net worth compared Player-of-the-match Joy said he was "a bit disappointed" to miss out on a maiden double-hundred but was "happy overall with the contribution". Balbirnie said he was hopeful his team would improve as they play more matches. "We know how good they are in their own conditions. From skill point of view, we've to get there," he said. "That'll come with more matches... The more our players are exposed to top-flight international cricket, they'll get better." The teams now move to Mirpur for the second and final Test starting November 19 at the Sher- e-Bangla National Stadium. That match will mark Mushfiqur Rahim's 100th Test appearance -- the first Bangladesh player to reach the milestone. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The star for Bangladesh in the match was opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy who slammed a career-best 171

BAN vs IRE, 1st Test: Bangladesh beat Ireland by an innings and 47 runs, lead series 1-0

In the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Jasprit Bumrah on Friday (Nov 14) took a five-for as the hosts dominated day 1. Bumrah's heroics helped the hosts bundle out South Africa for a total of 159 despite a decent start. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also took two wickets each. For South Africa, opener Aiden Markram top scored with 31 runs, while Tony de Zorzi and Wiaan Mulder contributed with 24 runs each.&nbsp;&nbsp;It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2026-tim-southee-joins-three-time-champions-kolkata-knight-riders-as-bowling-coach-1763109711544">Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach</a><h2>What happened in the match?</h2>After winning the toss, South Africa chose to bat first. Openers Aiden Markram (31) and Ryan Rickelton (23) gave their side a decent start. However, India’s Jasprit Bumrah struck early and put the visitors under pressure. After the openers, Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi tried to rebuild the innings but failes, as visitors managed to made only 159 runs in their first innings.&nbsp;For India, Bumrah was the star with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul for just 27 runs. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also picked up two wickets each, while Axar Patel added one wicket and helped India to keep Proteas to a modest total.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-you-prepare-for-the-worst-you-play-for-the-best-hashim-amla-s-advice-for-south-african-batters-facing-spin-1763114020193">IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin</a>&nbsp;At the time of writing, India were 28/1 after 10 overs, with KL Rahul and Washington Sundar at the crease. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed by Marco Jansen for 12 runs. With only a few overs left in the day, India will aim to finish strongly without losing more wickets. Meanwhile, South Africa will hope for another breakthrough to carry momentum into the next day.

It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions. 

In the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Jasprit Bumrah on Friday (Nov 14) took a five-for as the hosts dominated day 1. Bumrah's heroics helped the hosts bundle out South Africa for a total of 159 despite a decent start. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also took two wickets each. For South Africa, opener Aiden Markram top scored with 31 runs, while Tony de Zorzi and Wiaan Mulder contributed with 24 runs each. It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions. Also Read - Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach What happened in the match? After winning the toss, South Africa chose to bat first. Openers Aiden Markram (31) and Ryan Rickelton (23) gave their side a decent start. However, India’s Jasprit Bumrah struck early and put the visitors under pressure. After the openers, Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi tried to rebuild the innings but failes, as visitors managed to made only 159 runs in their first innings. For India, Bumrah was the star with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul for just 27 runs. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also picked up two wickets each, while Axar Patel added one wicket and helped India to keep Proteas to a modest total. Also Read - IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin At the time of writing, India were 28/1 after 10 overs, with KL Rahul and Washington Sundar at the crease. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed by Marco Jansen for 12 runs. With only a few overs left in the day, India will aim to finish strongly without losing more wickets. Meanwhile, South Africa will hope for another breakthrough to carry momentum into the next day.

It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions.&nbsp;

IND vs SA, 1st Test: Bumrah five-for helps India bundle out Proteas for 159

From Quinton de Kock to Rassie van der Dussen, here's a look at the top five South African batters fastest to 1000 ODI runs. This list also includes Temba Bavuma, Hashim Amla and Peter Kirsten

From Quinton de Kock to Rassie van der Dussen, here's a look at the top five South African batters fastest to 1000 ODI runs. This list also includes Temba Bavuma, Hashim Amla and Peter Kirsten

Meet top 5 South African batters fastest to 1000 runs in ODIs

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced the appointment of New Zealand cricket legend Tim Southee as the team’s Bowling Coach for the upcoming Tata Indian Premier League 2026 season. Southee’s vast international experience, deep tactical understanding, and prior association with the franchise make him an invaluable addition to KKR’s coaching staff.&nbsp;One of the most accomplished fast bowlers of his generation, Tim Southee has been a cornerstone of New Zealand cricket for over 15 years. Having represented his country in 100+ Test matches, over 150 ODIs, and 120+ T20 Internationals, Southee has claimed more than 700 international wickets across formats. Renowned for his swing, accuracy, and leadership, he captained New Zealand in multiple formats and played pivotal roles in their 2019 ICC World Cup campaign and the 2021 ICC World Test Championship victory.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Southee is no stranger to the KKR family, having been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders squad (2021, 2022, 2023) in the IPL during his playing career. Known for his professionalism and mentoring qualities, he made a strong impact both on and off the field before announcing his retirement from international cricket in 2025.&nbsp;Southee is no stranger to the KKR family, having been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders squad (2021, 2022, 2023) in the IPL during his playing career. Known for his professionalism and mentoring qualities, he made a strong impact both on and off the field before announcing his retirement from international cricket in 2025.&nbsp;Speaking on the appointment, Venky Mysore, CEO of Kolkata Knight Riders, said, “We are delighted to welcome Tim Southee back to the KKR family, this time in a coaching capacity. Tim’s vast experience and technical expertise will be instrumental in shaping our bowling unit. His leadership qualities and calm approach make him an ideal mentor for our young bowlers.”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Southee expressed his excitement about returning to the franchise, saying, “KKR has always felt like home to me, and it’s an honour to return in this new role. The franchise has an incredible culture, passionate fans, and a great group of players. I look forward to working closely with the bowlers and helping the team achieve success in IPL 2026.”

One of the most accomplished fast bowlers of his generation, Tim Southee has been a cornerstone of New Zealand cricket for over 15 years. Having represented his country in 100+ Test matches, over 150 ODIs, and 120+ T20Is, Southee has claimed more than 700 international wickets across formats.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced the appointment of New Zealand cricket legend Tim Southee as the team’s Bowling Coach for the upcoming Tata Indian Premier League 2026 season. Southee’s vast international experience, deep tactical understanding, and prior association with the franchise make him an invaluable addition to KKR’s coaching staff. One of the most accomplished fast bowlers of his generation, Tim Southee has been a cornerstone of New Zealand cricket for over 15 years. Having represented his country in 100+ Test matches, over 150 ODIs, and 120+ T20 Internationals, Southee has claimed more than 700 international wickets across formats. Renowned for his swing, accuracy, and leadership, he captained New Zealand in multiple formats and played pivotal roles in their 2019 ICC World Cup campaign and the 2021 ICC World Test Championship victory. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Southee is no stranger to the KKR family, having been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders squad (2021, 2022, 2023) in the IPL during his playing career. Known for his professionalism and mentoring qualities, he made a strong impact both on and off the field before announcing his retirement from international cricket in 2025. Southee is no stranger to the KKR family, having been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders squad (2021, 2022, 2023) in the IPL during his playing career. Known for his professionalism and mentoring qualities, he made a strong impact both on and off the field before announcing his retirement from international cricket in 2025. Speaking on the appointment, Venky Mysore, CEO of Kolkata Knight Riders, said, “We are delighted to welcome Tim Southee back to the KKR family, this time in a coaching capacity. Tim’s vast experience and technical expertise will be instrumental in shaping our bowling unit. His leadership qualities and calm approach make him an ideal mentor for our young bowlers.” ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Southee expressed his excitement about returning to the franchise, saying, “KKR has always felt like home to me, and it’s an honour to return in this new role. The franchise has an incredible culture, passionate fans, and a great group of players. I look forward to working closely with the bowlers and helping the team achieve success in IPL 2026.”

One of the most accomplished fast bowlers of his generation, Tim Southee has been a cornerstone of New Zealand cricket for over 15 years. Having represented his country in 100+ Test matches, over 150 ODIs, and 120+ T20Is, Southee has claimed more than 700 international wickets across formats.

IPL 2026: Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach

Indian tennis superstar Sania Mirza and former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik have been in the news for many reasons over the years. From their high-profile marriage to their recent separation, people often wonder one basic thing: who is richer between the two? Let’s understand below.&nbsp;Sania and Shoaib got married in 2010. Their marriage ended in early 2024. Both were top stars in their sports. Sania ruled Indian tennis and became one of the most successful tennis players India has ever seen. Shoaib Malik played international cricket for Pakistan for nearly 20 years and was one of their key players. Now let’s look at their earnings.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-asian-games-glory-to-grand-slam-triumphs-sania-mirza-s-greatest-career-milestones-1763106645589">From Asian Games glory to Grand Slam triumphs: Sania Mirza’s greatest career milestones</a><h2>Shoaib Malik’s Net Worth</h2>According to media reports, Shoaib Malik’s net worth is approximately $ 28 million. In Indian currency, this amounts to approximately ₹228 crore. Malik's net worth was contributed from these earnings. This is how Shoaib Malik built most of his net worth over the years.&nbsp;• Salary and match fees he earned during his cricket career • Payments from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) when he was active • Brand endorsements he signed over the years • Media work like TV shows, interviews, and cricket discussions • Investments in businesses and property, which still give him income<h2>Sania Mirza’s Net Worth</h2>According to reports, Sania Mirza’s net worth is around 25 million dollars, which comes to roughly ₹200 crore. This is how Sania Mirza built most of her net worth over the years.&nbsp;• Prize money from WTA events • Long-term brand endorsements • Events, appearances, and guest sessions • Her tennis academy and related projects • Investments in startups and real estate<h2>So, who is richer?</h2>The difference isn’t very big, but Shoaib Malik is slightly richer than Sania Mirza. Shoaib’s earnings over two decades of cricket put him ahead by a small margin.&nbsp;Shoaib Malik recently confirmed his divorce from Sania. He has also announced his marriage to Pakistani actress Sana Javed. Sania and Shoaib have a five-year-old son, Izaan, who lives with Sania.

Sania and Shoaib got married in 2010. Their marriage ended in early 2024. Both were top stars in their sports. Sania ruled Indian tennis and became one of the most successful tennis players India has ever seen

Indian tennis superstar Sania Mirza and former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik have been in the news for many reasons over the years. From their high-profile marriage to their recent separation, people often wonder one basic thing: who is richer between the two? Let’s understand below. Sania and Shoaib got married in 2010. Their marriage ended in early 2024. Both were top stars in their sports. Sania ruled Indian tennis and became one of the most successful tennis players India has ever seen. Shoaib Malik played international cricket for Pakistan for nearly 20 years and was one of their key players. Now let’s look at their earnings. Also read | From Asian Games glory to Grand Slam triumphs: Sania Mirza’s greatest career milestones Shoaib Malik’s Net Worth According to media reports, Shoaib Malik’s net worth is approximately $ 28 million. In Indian currency, this amounts to approximately ₹228 crore. Malik's net worth was contributed from these earnings. This is how Shoaib Malik built most of his net worth over the years. • Salary and match fees he earned during his cricket career • Payments from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) when he was active • Brand endorsements he signed over the years • Media work like TV shows, interviews, and cricket discussions • Investments in businesses and property, which still give him income Sania Mirza’s Net Worth According to reports, Sania Mirza’s net worth is around 25 million dollars, which comes to roughly ₹200 crore. This is how Sania Mirza built most of her net worth over the years. • Prize money from WTA events • Long-term brand endorsements • Events, appearances, and guest sessions • Her tennis academy and related projects • Investments in startups and real estate So, who is richer? The difference isn’t very big, but Shoaib Malik is slightly richer than Sania Mirza. Shoaib’s earnings over two decades of cricket put him ahead by a small margin. Shoaib Malik recently confirmed his divorce from Sania. He has also announced his marriage to Pakistani actress Sana Javed. Sania and Shoaib have a five-year-old son, Izaan, who lives with Sania.

Sania and Shoaib got married in 2010. Their marriage ended in early 2024. Both were top stars in their sports. Sania ruled Indian tennis and became one of the most successful tennis players India has ever seen.

Who is richer between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik? Net worth compared

Controversial Spanish administrator Luis Rubiales is yet again in the spotlight after he was pelted with eggs during a book presentation on Thursday (Nov 13). Rubiales, in the spotlight for kissing Spanish female footballer Jenni Hermoso during the 2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup presentation, has been convicted for his offenses. However, Thursday’s incident has yet again seen him make headlines, where he was egged.

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<h2>Rubiales back in headlines</h2>In August 2023, while he was the head of the Spanish football federation (RFEF), Rubiales forcefully kissed Hermoso during the presentation where he was one of the guests of honours. Spain had earlier beaten England in the final, which saw them lift their maiden title in the Women’s department. He has since been convicted and fined €10,800.&nbsp;On Thursday, while he was in attendance and sitting on the podium during the presentation, his book “Matar a Rubiales“ (Killing Rubiales), one of the audience sitting in the back row started pelting eggs at him. Despite having limited capacity in the presentation hall, the attack came as a surprise to many.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;In retaliation, Rubiales got off his seat and rushed towards the attacker before others came to rescue. Later, it was discovered that the person throwing eggs at Rubiales was his own uncle and the confirmation of the same was given by the former Spanish football chief.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;“I’ve found out he was my own uncle, Luis Ruben, he’s called. An uncle who is my age,” Rubiales told news portal Periodista Digital. “He threw eggs at me because he’s a deranged person, and I don’t think there’s any justification for it. They’ve arrested him, they’ve taken him away and, well, we’ll have to take action against him because I honestly thought he was armed.”&nbsp;While no action has been escalated for the incident, it will be interesting to see how Rubiales responds to the latest incident.

On Thursday, while he was in attendance and sitting on the podium during the presentation, his book “Matar a Rubiales“ (Killing Rubiales), one of the audience sitting in the back row started pelting eggs at him. 

Controversial Spanish administrator Luis Rubiales is yet again in the spotlight after he was pelted with eggs during a book presentation on Thursday (Nov 13). Rubiales, in the spotlight for kissing Spanish female footballer Jenni Hermoso during the 2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup presentation, has been convicted for his offenses. However, Thursday’s incident has yet again seen him make headlines, where he was egged.

On Thursday, while he was in attendance and sitting on the podium during the presentation, his book “Matar a Rubiales“ (Killing Rubiales), one of the audience sitting in the back row started pelting eggs at him.&nbsp;

Watch: Luis Rubiales, controversial Spanish football administrator, pelted with eggs during book presentation

Cristiano Ronaldo could miss the opening matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the star Portugal forward received a direct red while playing in the penultimate qualifier on Thursday (Nov 13). Playing in the UEFA World Cup qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, a direct red card has put Ronaldo’s involvement in the main tournament in question. As a result of the red card, Ronaldo’s Portugal also lost 2-0 to the Republic of Ireland and now need a flawless performance in the final qualifier on Sunday.&nbsp;<h2>Ronaldo likely to miss World Cup opener</h2>Playing from the start, Ronaldo was found guilty of a challenge on Ireland defender Dara O'Shea off the ball. The challenge was initially deemed reckless but enough for a yellow card only; however, the referee was alerted for a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) check. Ronaldo was found guilty of a red card offence and his yellow card was cancelled out before being sent off.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to FIFA's Disciplinary Code, Chapter 2, Article 14(i) says that if a player is sent off for "assault, including elbowing, punching, kicking, biting, spitting or hitting an opponent," they should serve a three-game ban.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;If the above rule is brought into effect, the Portugal captain could serve a three-match ban. In case the defending Nations League champions qualify for the World Cup through the group stage on Sunday, Ronaldo will miss the opening two matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old forward will be suspended for the final qualifier on Sunday and will serve the remaining two matches during the World Cup, as suspension from competitive matches is only served in competitive matches, meaning Ronaldo won’t serve suspensions in international friendly matches during the March international break and pre-tournament friendlies in May and June.&nbsp;A decision on the length of the Portugal captain's ban will be made by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee soon.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>How Ronaldo can avoid World Cup suspension?</h2>In case suspended for only one match, that suspension will be served in the final World Cup qualifier against Armenia on Sunday. However, a three-match ban could make things complicated. In case of a three-match ban, Ronaldo’s Portugal must lose to Armenia on Sunday while either Hungary (any margin) or Ireland (by at least four goals) win in the final qualifier.&nbsp;This would mean Portugal will settle for a place in the Playoffs and will have to play two more competitive matches. Ronaldo will, in turn, serve his remaining two matches of suspension during the Playoffs, meaning he will be cleared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in case Portugal qualify through the Playoffs route. However, if the three-match suspension stands and Ronaldo’s Portugal qualifies as group winners, the 40-year-old will miss the World Cup opening matches.

According to FIFA's Disciplinary Code, Chapter 2, Article 14(i) says that if a player is sent off for "assault, including elbowing, punching, kicking, biting, spitting or hitting an opponent," they should serve a three-game ban.

Cristiano Ronaldo could miss the opening matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the star Portugal forward received a direct red while playing in the penultimate qualifier on Thursday (Nov 13). Playing in the UEFA World Cup qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, a direct red card has put Ronaldo’s involvement in the main tournament in question. As a result of the red card, Ronaldo’s Portugal also lost 2-0 to the Republic of Ireland and now need a flawless performance in the final qualifier on Sunday. Ronaldo likely to miss World Cup opener Playing from the start, Ronaldo was found guilty of a challenge on Ireland defender Dara O'Shea off the ball. The challenge was initially deemed reckless but enough for a yellow card only; however, the referee was alerted for a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) check. Ronaldo was found guilty of a red card offence and his yellow card was cancelled out before being sent off. According to FIFA's Disciplinary Code, Chapter 2, Article 14(i) says that if a player is sent off for "assault, including elbowing, punching, kicking, biting, spitting or hitting an opponent," they should serve a three-game ban. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes If the above rule is brought into effect, the Portugal captain could serve a three-match ban. In case the defending Nations League champions qualify for the World Cup through the group stage on Sunday, Ronaldo will miss the opening two matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old forward will be suspended for the final qualifier on Sunday and will serve the remaining two matches during the World Cup, as suspension from competitive matches is only served in competitive matches, meaning Ronaldo won’t serve suspensions in international friendly matches during the March international break and pre-tournament friendlies in May and June. A decision on the length of the Portugal captain's ban will be made by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee soon. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes How Ronaldo can avoid World Cup suspension? In case suspended for only one match, that suspension will be served in the final World Cup qualifier against Armenia on Sunday. However, a three-match ban could make things complicated. In case of a three-match ban, Ronaldo’s Portugal must lose to Armenia on Sunday while either Hungary (any margin) or Ireland (by at least four goals) win in the final qualifier. This would mean Portugal will settle for a place in the Playoffs and will have to play two more competitive matches. Ronaldo will, in turn, serve his remaining two matches of suspension during the Playoffs, meaning he will be cleared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in case Portugal qualify through the Playoffs route. However, if the three-match suspension stands and Ronaldo’s Portugal qualifies as group winners, the 40-year-old will miss the World Cup opening matches.

According to FIFA's Disciplinary Code, Chapter 2, Article 14(i) says that if a player is sent off for "assault, including elbowing, punching, kicking, biting, spitting or hitting an opponent," they should serve a three-game ban.

Here's why Cristiano Ronaldo could be suspended for opening match of 2026 FIFA World Cup

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill had yet another tough call on the flip of the coin as he lost yet another toss on Friday (Nov 14) in the opening match against South Africa. Playing in the first of two Test matches at the iconic Eden Gardens, Gill’s opposite number, Temba Bavuma, won the toss as the former was mocked. Having lost the toss, Gill made a bold statement stating he has kept his luck for the World Test Championship (WTC) final.&nbsp;<h2>Gill makes bold statement</h2>“I think the only toss that I'm going to win is hopefully in the WTC finals,” Gill said after the toss.&nbsp;“Looks like a good surface. It's going to be a good surface for the first day or a couple of days. And then, hopefully, we'll get some turn as the game goes on,” he added, hinting at a balanced contest between bat and ball.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Playing in his eighth Test matches as captain of the Indian side, Gill has now lost seven tosses, with his only toss win coming in the second Test against the West Indies. That rare occasion was at the Arun Jaitley Stadium last month, where India won the match on the fifth day. Despite a dismal run of form with the toss, Gill has still managed to win three matches while losing the flip and drawing once.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;The Indian skipper will be hoping for the same as he looks to outstage the current WTC holders, South Africa. The hosts made two key changes to the Playing XI for the match as Axar Patel returned to the Test Playing XI for the first time since February 2024, while Rishabh Pant was also back, having missed the Asia Cup, West Indies series and the Australia tour. &nbsp;

Playing in his eighth Test matches as captain of the Indian side, Shubman Gill has now lost seven tosses, with his only toss win coming in the second Test against the West Indies. 

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill had yet another tough call on the flip of the coin as he lost yet another toss on Friday (Nov 14) in the opening match against South Africa. Playing in the first of two Test matches at the iconic Eden Gardens, Gill’s opposite number, Temba Bavuma, won the toss as the former was mocked. Having lost the toss, Gill made a bold statement stating he has kept his luck for the World Test Championship (WTC) final. Gill makes bold statement “I think the only toss that I'm going to win is hopefully in the WTC finals,” Gill said after the toss. “Looks like a good surface. It's going to be a good surface for the first day or a couple of days. And then, hopefully, we'll get some turn as the game goes on,” he added, hinting at a balanced contest between bat and ball. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Playing in his eighth Test matches as captain of the Indian side, Gill has now lost seven tosses, with his only toss win coming in the second Test against the West Indies. That rare occasion was at the Arun Jaitley Stadium last month, where India won the match on the fifth day. Despite a dismal run of form with the toss, Gill has still managed to win three matches while losing the flip and drawing once. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes The Indian skipper will be hoping for the same as he looks to outstage the current WTC holders, South Africa. The hosts made two key changes to the Playing XI for the match as Axar Patel returned to the Test Playing XI for the first time since February 2024, while Rishabh Pant was also back, having missed the Asia Cup, West Indies series and the Australia tour.

Playing in his eighth Test matches as captain of the Indian side, Shubman Gill has now lost seven tosses, with his only toss win coming in the second Test against the West Indies.&nbsp;

IND vs SA: Unlucky Shubman Gill makes bold statement, says 'I'm going to win toss in WTC final'

Carlos Alcaraz knocked rival Jannik Sinner off the top of the standings on Thursday after securing the year-end world number one spot by beating Lorenzo Musetti at the ATP Finals 6-4, 6-1 in Turin.&nbsp;A double-Grand Slam winner this season, Alcaraz will be ahead of Sinner in the updated men's rankings on Monday thanks to his success over Musetti which also sealed first place for the Spaniard in the Jimmy Connors Group at the season-ending tournament.&nbsp;Alcaraz, who has won 70 matches so far this season, could lose his semi-final on Saturday but will now still finish 2025 top of the pile, even if Sinner retains his Finals title on home turf.&nbsp;But Alcaraz looks in no mood to do that as he seeks his first Finals triumph, and he appears to be on course for yet another final showdown against Italy's Sinner, who qualified in first place from the Bjorn Borg Group on Wednesday.&nbsp;"It means the world to me to be honest, the year number one is always a goal," said Alcaraz.&nbsp;"To be honest at the beginning of the year I saw the number one really far away, Jannik being there winning almost every tournament he plays.&nbsp;"For me it means everything. The work that we put in every day during the whole season, up and downs, comebacks from the tennis side. So I'm really proud of my team and myself."&nbsp;Alcaraz has won four of his five meetings with Sinner this season, all of which have been in finals of top-level tournaments -- with two deciding Grand Slams.&nbsp;The 22-year-old won one of the best matches in tennis history against Sinner to retain his French Open title in June before losing the Wimbledon final to the Italian.&nbsp;And on Thursday he confidently dealt with Sinner's countryman Musetti who has been eliminated and will not take part in the Davis Cup Final 8, which is being held in Bologna next week.&nbsp;A passionate crowd cheered on Musetti but it was to no avail for the world number nine who only qualified for the Finals due to Novak Djokovic pulling out at the last minute and clearly flagged in the second set.&nbsp;"I was tired, I knew it would be hard to recover from the battles of the last few months and above all the last few weeks... I needed a miracle today," said Musetti, who came to the Finals after losing the Athens final to Djokovic on Sunday.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>De Minaur through</h2>Heading into the semis with Alcaraz is Alex de Minaur who did his part to qualify with a straight-sets win against Taylor Fritz, 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 earlier on Thursday.&nbsp;Australia's De Minaur had to win in two sets in order to have any chance of making it out of the group, and he will now face Sinner in the semis.&nbsp;Hard court specialist De Minaur won his 43rd match of the season on the surface, the most on the men's tour, and was too much for Fritz once he prevailed in the first set tie-break.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;"Couple days ago was one of the toughest days I've had in my career. I was in a very, very dark spot. I could tell you that I hated the sport," De Minaur told reporters.&nbsp;"Here we are two days later and I'm feeling great about myself. It's incredible."&nbsp;De Minaur revealed that personal battle after defeat to Musetti on Tuesday helped his mindset coming into the match with Fritz.&nbsp;"Regardless of the result today, I had made peace with myself. That was a big, big moment. I knew the way I wanted to play. I was going to commit to it from the first point to the last," he said.&nbsp;"I was okay with the result not going my way. I had made peace with that. I just wanted to play my way."&nbsp;Defeat for Fritz in one hour and 35 minutes ended the American's participation in this year's edition of the Finals.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Carlos Alcaraz, who has won 70 matches so far this season, could lose his semi-final on Saturday but will now still finish 2025 top of the pile, even if Sinner retains his Finals title on home turf.

Carlos Alcaraz knocked rival Jannik Sinner off the top of the standings on Thursday after securing the year-end world number one spot by beating Lorenzo Musetti at the ATP Finals 6-4, 6-1 in Turin. A double-Grand Slam winner this season, Alcaraz will be ahead of Sinner in the updated men's rankings on Monday thanks to his success over Musetti which also sealed first place for the Spaniard in the Jimmy Connors Group at the season-ending tournament. Alcaraz, who has won 70 matches so far this season, could lose his semi-final on Saturday but will now still finish 2025 top of the pile, even if Sinner retains his Finals title on home turf. But Alcaraz looks in no mood to do that as he seeks his first Finals triumph, and he appears to be on course for yet another final showdown against Italy's Sinner, who qualified in first place from the Bjorn Borg Group on Wednesday. "It means the world to me to be honest, the year number one is always a goal," said Alcaraz. "To be honest at the beginning of the year I saw the number one really far away, Jannik being there winning almost every tournament he plays. "For me it means everything. The work that we put in every day during the whole season, up and downs, comebacks from the tennis side. So I'm really proud of my team and myself." Alcaraz has won four of his five meetings with Sinner this season, all of which have been in finals of top-level tournaments -- with two deciding Grand Slams. The 22-year-old won one of the best matches in tennis history against Sinner to retain his French Open title in June before losing the Wimbledon final to the Italian. And on Thursday he confidently dealt with Sinner's countryman Musetti who has been eliminated and will not take part in the Davis Cup Final 8, which is being held in Bologna next week. A passionate crowd cheered on Musetti but it was to no avail for the world number nine who only qualified for the Finals due to Novak Djokovic pulling out at the last minute and clearly flagged in the second set. "I was tired, I knew it would be hard to recover from the battles of the last few months and above all the last few weeks... I needed a miracle today," said Musetti, who came to the Finals after losing the Athens final to Djokovic on Sunday. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes De Minaur through Heading into the semis with Alcaraz is Alex de Minaur who did his part to qualify with a straight-sets win against Taylor Fritz, 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 earlier on Thursday. Australia's De Minaur had to win in two sets in order to have any chance of making it out of the group, and he will now face Sinner in the semis. Hard court specialist De Minaur won his 43rd match of the season on the surface, the most on the men's tour, and was too much for Fritz once he prevailed in the first set tie-break. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes "Couple days ago was one of the toughest days I've had in my career. I was in a very, very dark spot. I could tell you that I hated the sport," De Minaur told reporters. "Here we are two days later and I'm feeling great about myself. It's incredible." De Minaur revealed that personal battle after defeat to Musetti on Tuesday helped his mindset coming into the match with Fritz. "Regardless of the result today, I had made peace with myself. That was a big, big moment. I knew the way I wanted to play. I was going to commit to it from the first point to the last," he said. "I was okay with the result not going my way. I had made peace with that. I just wanted to play my way." Defeat for Fritz in one hour and 35 minutes ended the American's participation in this year's edition of the Finals. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Carlos Alcaraz, who has won 70 matches so far this season, could lose his semi-final on Saturday but will now still finish 2025 top of the pile, even if Sinner retains his Finals title on home turf.

ATP Finals: Carlos Alcaraz beats Jannik Sinner to end year as world number one after defeating Lorenzo Musetti

The Indian team made two crucial changes to the Playing XI for the opening Test match against South Africa as Axar Patel made his red-ball return for the first time since February 2024. While Axar’s return came as a surprise, the Indian team management showed full faith in Dhurv Jurel as he was backed to stay in the Playing XI despite the return of Rishabh Pant for the first time since getting injured in the Manchester Test against England. At the time of reporting, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat first.<h2>Axar Patel returns to India's Playing XI</h2>Having won the West Indies series 2-0, the Indian team’s biggest test is against South Africa, who are the defending World Test Champions. For the two crucial Test matches, India brought back Axar Patel for the first time since the England Test match in Vizag in February 2024. His return means India will go with three quality spinners in the Playing XI in the form of Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav, who kept their places.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Patel has a healthy record on Indian soil and was unexpectedly included in the line-up. His inclusion in the Playing XI meant that Sai Sudharsan was dropped to the bench in an unusual move by the management. It is expected that Jurel could play in the No.3 spot while captain Shubman Gill continues to play at No.4.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;In another key change, Pant returns to the Indian team after almost four months out. He was injured in the Manchester Test against England, which kept him out of the Asia Cup, the Australia tour, and the West Indies series. However, he was passed fit for the South Africa series and will act as deputy to Gill in the red-ball format.&nbsp;<h2>India Playing XI&nbsp;</h2>Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Shubman Gill(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat first as India made two chnages from their last Test win over the West Indies in October. The changes saw the return of Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel into the Playing XI. 

The Indian team made two crucial changes to the Playing XI for the opening Test match against South Africa as Axar Patel made his red-ball return for the first time since February 2024. While Axar’s return came as a surprise, the Indian team management showed full faith in Dhurv Jurel as he was backed to stay in the Playing XI despite the return of Rishabh Pant for the first time since getting injured in the Manchester Test against England. At the time of reporting, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat first. Axar Patel returns to India's Playing XI Having won the West Indies series 2-0, the Indian team’s biggest test is against South Africa, who are the defending World Test Champions. For the two crucial Test matches, India brought back Axar Patel for the first time since the England Test match in Vizag in February 2024. His return means India will go with three quality spinners in the Playing XI in the form of Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav, who kept their places. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Patel has a healthy record on Indian soil and was unexpectedly included in the line-up. His inclusion in the Playing XI meant that Sai Sudharsan was dropped to the bench in an unusual move by the management. It is expected that Jurel could play in the No.3 spot while captain Shubman Gill continues to play at No.4. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes In another key change, Pant returns to the Indian team after almost four months out. He was injured in the Manchester Test against England, which kept him out of the Asia Cup, the Australia tour, and the West Indies series. However, he was passed fit for the South Africa series and will act as deputy to Gill in the red-ball format. India Playing XI Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Shubman Gill(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat first as India made two chnages from their last Test win over the West Indies in October. The changes saw the return of Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel into the Playing XI.&nbsp;

IND vs SA, 1st Test: Axar Patel makes red-ball return after Feb 2024; Pant joins Jurel in Playing XI

France reached the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 win over Ukraine on Thursday as the country marked the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks, while Portugal were made to wait after losing 2-0 in Dublin as Cristiano Ronaldo saw red.&nbsp;Norway must also be patient after Italy struck late in Moldova to prevent them from stamping their ticket to next year's tournament in North America.&nbsp;France's victory came in an emotionally-charged Parc des Princes, which observed a minute's silence to mark the 10th anniversary of the attacks in and around Paris on Friday, November 13, 2015.&nbsp;Most of the 130 people killed in the attacks lost their lives at the Bataclan concert hall in the capital, where they were attending a concert.&nbsp;But one person died near the Stade de France in the northern Paris suburb of Saint-Denis, where multiple explosions took place as suicide bombers attempted to enter the ground during a friendly between Les Bleus and Germany.&nbsp;Didier Deschamps was the coach then and remains in charge now, with the approaching World Cup to be his final tournament before stepping down.&nbsp;"Given the context tonight, we are pleased to have put some smiles on faces by securing qualification," said Deschamps.&nbsp;"We have fulfilled our objective. I understand that it is seen as normal that France qualify but we still had to go out and do it, so we are very proud."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Second-half goals by Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise, as well as a first international strike for Hugo Ekitike, gave Deschamps' side an unassailable six-point lead over both Iceland, who beat Azerbaijan 2-0, and Ukraine at the top of Group D.&nbsp;While France can now look forward to the draw for the finals, which takes place in Washington, DC, on December 5, Ukraine and Iceland meet each other on Sunday in a shoot-out to decide who continues on into the play-offs next March.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Sad, disappointed</h2>Portugal would have secured top spot in Group F with a win against the Republic of Ireland.&nbsp;But a Ronaldo red card for violent conduct when trailing 2-0 to a Troy Parrott brace meant Portugal remain on 10 points, three ahead of the Irish and two ahead of Hungary, who won 1-0 against Armenia.&nbsp;Portugal's final group match will be against Armenia in Porto on Sunday, while Hungary welcome Ireland in what will likely be a clash for second place.&nbsp;Parrott headed the hosts into the lead on 17 minutes, before doubling up on the stroke of half-time.&nbsp;Ireland then dug in deep to frustrate their fancied opponents, whose task effectively became insurmountable when 40-year-old Ronaldo swung an elbow into Dara O'Shea's back and was dismissed after a VAR review.&nbsp;Ronaldo, the men's all-time top goalscorer in international football, could potentially miss the start of the World Cup if Portugal qualify, depending on the length of his ban."We didn't manage (to win), we're sad and disappointed with what we did here today," Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva said.&nbsp;Despite romping to an Erling Haaland-inspired 4-1 win over Estonia, Norway will also have to wait until the final matchday to wrap up their berth at the World Cup.&nbsp;Forwards Alexander Sorloth and Haaland both netted doubles in the space of 12 second-half minutes earlier in Oslo, but the Norwegians had to wait on Italy's later match against Moldova before they could be certain of topping Group I.&nbsp;The Moldovans looked to have done enough to send Stale Solbakken's side to the finals, until Gianluca Mancini struck on 88 minutes to send Italy on the way to a victory that kept their automatic qualification hopes alive.&nbsp;Inter Milan forward Pio Esposito doubled Italy's lead in injury time to ensure Sunday's meeting between the Italians and Norway at the San Siro will be a blockbuster.&nbsp;Three points separate the pair but Norway hold an imposing head-to-head record over Italy after cruising to a 3-0 win in their encounter in June.&nbsp;"It wasn't easy... We also knew that Norway had won, so it was a bit of a strange atmosphere," Sandro Tonali told Sky Sport Italia.&nbsp;"It would mean a lot to us (to beat Norway), because it might not heal the wound, but it will help us push forward."&nbsp;In Group K, already-qualified England beat Serbia 2-0 at Wembley courtesy of goals by Arsenal duo Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze, while Albania edged Andorra 1-0 to sew up second spot.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Norway must also be patient after Italy struck late in Moldova to prevent them from stamping their ticket to next year's tournament in North America.

France reached the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 win over Ukraine on Thursday as the country marked the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks, while Portugal were made to wait after losing 2-0 in Dublin as Cristiano Ronaldo saw red. Norway must also be patient after Italy struck late in Moldova to prevent them from stamping their ticket to next year's tournament in North America. France's victory came in an emotionally-charged Parc des Princes, which observed a minute's silence to mark the 10th anniversary of the attacks in and around Paris on Friday, November 13, 2015. Most of the 130 people killed in the attacks lost their lives at the Bataclan concert hall in the capital, where they were attending a concert. But one person died near the Stade de France in the northern Paris suburb of Saint-Denis, where multiple explosions took place as suicide bombers attempted to enter the ground during a friendly between Les Bleus and Germany. Didier Deschamps was the coach then and remains in charge now, with the approaching World Cup to be his final tournament before stepping down. "Given the context tonight, we are pleased to have put some smiles on faces by securing qualification," said Deschamps. "We have fulfilled our objective. I understand that it is seen as normal that France qualify but we still had to go out and do it, so we are very proud." ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Second-half goals by Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise, as well as a first international strike for Hugo Ekitike, gave Deschamps' side an unassailable six-point lead over both Iceland, who beat Azerbaijan 2-0, and Ukraine at the top of Group D. While France can now look forward to the draw for the finals, which takes place in Washington, DC, on December 5, Ukraine and Iceland meet each other on Sunday in a shoot-out to decide who continues on into the play-offs next March. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Sad, disappointed Portugal would have secured top spot in Group F with a win against the Republic of Ireland. But a Ronaldo red card for violent conduct when trailing 2-0 to a Troy Parrott brace meant Portugal remain on 10 points, three ahead of the Irish and two ahead of Hungary, who won 1-0 against Armenia. Portugal's final group match will be against Armenia in Porto on Sunday, while Hungary welcome Ireland in what will likely be a clash for second place. Parrott headed the hosts into the lead on 17 minutes, before doubling up on the stroke of half-time. Ireland then dug in deep to frustrate their fancied opponents, whose task effectively became insurmountable when 40-year-old Ronaldo swung an elbow into Dara O'Shea's back and was dismissed after a VAR review. Ronaldo, the men's all-time top goalscorer in international football, could potentially miss the start of the World Cup if Portugal qualify, depending on the length of his ban. "We didn't manage (to win), we're sad and disappointed with what we did here today," Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva said. Despite romping to an Erling Haaland-inspired 4-1 win over Estonia, Norway will also have to wait until the final matchday to wrap up their berth at the World Cup. Forwards Alexander Sorloth and Haaland both netted doubles in the space of 12 second-half minutes earlier in Oslo, but the Norwegians had to wait on Italy's later match against Moldova before they could be certain of topping Group I. The Moldovans looked to have done enough to send Stale Solbakken's side to the finals, until Gianluca Mancini struck on 88 minutes to send Italy on the way to a victory that kept their automatic qualification hopes alive. Inter Milan forward Pio Esposito doubled Italy's lead in injury time to ensure Sunday's meeting between the Italians and Norway at the San Siro will be a blockbuster. Three points separate the pair but Norway hold an imposing head-to-head record over Italy after cruising to a 3-0 win in their encounter in June. "It wasn't easy... We also knew that Norway had won, so it was a bit of a strange atmosphere," Sandro Tonali told Sky Sport Italia. "It would mean a lot to us (to beat Norway), because it might not heal the wound, but it will help us push forward." In Group K, already-qualified England beat Serbia 2-0 at Wembley courtesy of goals by Arsenal duo Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze, while Albania edged Andorra 1-0 to sew up second spot. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Norway must also be patient after Italy struck late in Moldova to prevent them from stamping their ticket to next year's tournament in North America.

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: France qualify for as Portugal, Norway forced to wait

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has handed down bans to 102 players across the top two divisions of Turkish football for their involvement in betting-related activities. The bans vary in length, ranging from three months to a year. Among the notable players affected are Eren Elmali and Metehan Baltaci of Galatasaray.&nbsp;&nbsp;Elmali received a 45-day suspension, while Baltaci faces a nine-month ban. These sanctions, issued by the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK), are final once the seven-day appeal period concludes. This action follows a significant investigation into betting within Turkish football, during which the TFF temporarily suspended 1,024 players from the professional leagues. As a result, matches in Turkey’s third and fourth divisions were also postponed for two weeks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/de-minaur-knocks-out-taylor-fritz-in-straight-sets-to-keep-atp-finals-hopes-alive-1763054664198">De Minaur knocks out Taylor Fritz in straight sets to keep ATP Finals hopes alive</a>&nbsp;Elmali defended himself on Instagram, explaining that his name appeared in the investigation due to a past match involving his former team where a bet was placed without his knowledge or involvement. He emphasised that since then, he has had no connection to betting. The investigation first became public on October 27, when TFF president Ibrahim Haciosmanoglu revealed that hundreds of referees were also implicated in betting activities. Out of 571 referees working in Turkish professional leagues, 371 had betting accounts, and 152 were actively placing bets. Some referees had placed thousands of bets, with one having bet on more than 18,000 matches.&nbsp;In addition to players and coaches, match officials are prohibited from engaging in betting activities by both TFF and international governing bodies like FIFA and UEFA. As part of the ongoing investigation, Turkish prosecutors have issued arrest warrants for 21 individuals, including 17 referees and two football club presidents. Murat Ozkaya, the chairman of Super Lig club Eyupspor, is among those arrested, along with six referees and another individual.

Betting scandal rocks Turkish football as 102 players banned. What we know so far

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has handed down bans to 102 players across the top two divisions of Turkish football for their involvement in betting-related activities. The bans vary in length, ranging from three months to a year. Among the notable players affected are Eren Elmali and Metehan Baltaci of Galatasaray. Elmali received a 45-day suspension, while Baltaci faces a nine-month ban. These sanctions, issued by the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK), are final once the seven-day appeal period concludes. This action follows a significant investigation into betting within Turkish football, during which the TFF temporarily suspended 1,024 players from the professional leagues. As a result, matches in Turkey’s third and fourth divisions were also postponed for two weeks. Also Read: De Minaur knocks out Taylor Fritz in straight sets to keep ATP Finals hopes alive Elmali defended himself on Instagram, explaining that his name appeared in the investigation due to a past match involving his former team where a bet was placed without his knowledge or involvement. He emphasised that since then, he has had no connection to betting. The investigation first became public on October 27, when TFF president Ibrahim Haciosmanoglu revealed that hundreds of referees were also implicated in betting activities. Out of 571 referees working in Turkish professional leagues, 371 had betting accounts, and 152 were actively placing bets. Some referees had placed thousands of bets, with one having bet on more than 18,000 matches. In addition to players and coaches, match officials are prohibited from engaging in betting activities by both TFF and international governing bodies like FIFA and UEFA. As part of the ongoing investigation, Turkish prosecutors have issued arrest warrants for 21 individuals, including 17 referees and two football club presidents. Murat Ozkaya, the chairman of Super Lig club Eyupspor, is among those arrested, along with six referees and another individual.

102 Turkish football players, including Galatasaray's Elmali and Baltaci, have been banned for involvement in betting activities. Referees and club presidents also implicated

Alex de Minaur kept alive his chances of reaching the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after beating Taylor Fritz in straight sets 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 in Turin. Australia's De Minaur had to win in straight sets in order to have any chance of making it out of the Jimmy Connors Group, and he now needs Carlos Alcaraz to beat Lorenzo Musetti later in order to book his place in the semi-finals. Should Alcaraz beat local hero Musetti, as he is widely expected to, seventh seed De Minaur will take second place in the group after avoiding a sixth straight defeat at the finals.&nbsp;Hard court specialist De Minaur won his 43rd match of the season on the surface, the most on the men's tour, and was too much for Fritz once he prevailed in the first set tie-break. "Couple days ago was one of the toughest days I've had in my career. I was in a very, very dark spot. I could tell you that I hated the sport," De Minaur told reporters. "Here we are two days later and I'm feeling great about myself. It's incredible."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/racers-set-for-final-lap-fmsci-national-racing-championship-gears-up-for-a-thrilling-final-1763052182952">Racers set for final lap: FMSCI National Racing Championship gears up for a thrilling final</a>&nbsp;De Minaur revealed that personal battle after defeat to Musetti on Tuesday helped his mindset coming into the match with Fritz."Regardless of the result today, I had made peace with myself. That was a big, big moment. I knew the way I wanted to play. I was going to commit to it from the first point to the last," he said. “I was okay with the result not going my way. I had made peace with that. I just wanted to play my way.” Defeat for Fritz in one hour and 35 minutes ended the American's participation in this year's edition of the prestigious end-of-season tournament.&nbsp;"Today was probably the match that I'm not super happy about," Fritz said. “I thought the other two matches I played well, did a lot of things well that maybe I hadn't been doing well. I thought the first two matches I returned exceptionally well... There's some positives to take. Obviously, right now I feel pretty upset.” Alcaraz is now guaranteed a spot in the semi-finals but still needs to beat Musetti to both secure first place in the group and claim the year-end number one ranking for the second time. If Musetti beats Alcaraz and joins Jannik Sinner in the next round it will be the first time two Italians have reached the semis in the history of the tournament.

De Minaur knocks out Taylor Fritz in straight sets to keep ATP Finals hopes alive

Alex de Minaur kept alive his chances of reaching the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after beating Taylor Fritz in straight sets 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 in Turin. Australia's De Minaur had to win in straight sets in order to have any chance of making it out of the Jimmy Connors Group, and he now needs Carlos Alcaraz to beat Lorenzo Musetti later in order to book his place in the semi-finals. Should Alcaraz beat local hero Musetti, as he is widely expected to, seventh seed De Minaur will take second place in the group after avoiding a sixth straight defeat at the finals. Hard court specialist De Minaur won his 43rd match of the season on the surface, the most on the men's tour, and was too much for Fritz once he prevailed in the first set tie-break. "Couple days ago was one of the toughest days I've had in my career. I was in a very, very dark spot. I could tell you that I hated the sport," De Minaur told reporters. "Here we are two days later and I'm feeling great about myself. It's incredible." Also Read: Racers set for final lap: FMSCI National Racing Championship gears up for a thrilling final De Minaur revealed that personal battle after defeat to Musetti on Tuesday helped his mindset coming into the match with Fritz. "Regardless of the result today, I had made peace with myself. That was a big, big moment. I knew the way I wanted to play. I was going to commit to it from the first point to the last," he said. “I was okay with the result not going my way. I had made peace with that. I just wanted to play my way.” Defeat for Fritz in one hour and 35 minutes ended the American's participation in this year's edition of the prestigious end-of-season tournament. "Today was probably the match that I'm not super happy about," Fritz said. “I thought the other two matches I played well, did a lot of things well that maybe I hadn't been doing well. I thought the first two matches I returned exceptionally well... There's some positives to take. Obviously, right now I feel pretty upset.” Alcaraz is now guaranteed a spot in the semi-finals but still needs to beat Musetti to both secure first place in the group and claim the year-end number one ranking for the second time. If Musetti beats Alcaraz and joins Jannik Sinner in the next round it will be the first time two Italians have reached the semis in the history of the tournament.

Hard court specialist De Minaur won his 43rd match of the season on the surface, the most on the men's tour, and was too much for Fritz once he prevailed in the first set tie-break

After months of fierce competition and nail-biting finishes, the JK Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship is set to crown its champions at the highly anticipated finale, to be held at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore on November 15-16. Now in its 28th edition, the championship is India's oldest and most prestigious motorsport event. Adding to the excitement, American racing legend Freddie Spencer, a three-time MotoGP World Champion and MotoGP Hall of Famer, will be in attendance.&nbsp;The grand finale will see rookies chasing their first podiums and seasoned professionals battling for the coveted championship titles. Competitions will span across all categories, including the LGB Formula 4, JK Tyre Novice Cup, Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, and the newly introduced JK Tyre Levitas Cup. Additionally, the penultimate round of the FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship will take place as part of the Indian Racing Festival 2025.&nbsp;Among these, the LGB Formula 4 holds a special place as the longest-running and most prestigious class in the championship, bridging the gap between karting and professional formula racing. The series is known for testing drivers' skill, precision, and racecraft to the limit. Heading into the final round, Diljith TS from Dark Don Racing leads the LGB Formula 4 standings with 53 points, followed closely by Dhruvh Goswami of MSport Racing (45 points), and Mehul Agarwal of Dark Don Racing (28 points). The championship is fiercely competitive, with strong performances from experienced drivers setting the stage for a thrilling finale at Kari Motor Speedway.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fide-world-cup-2025-arjun-harikrishna-advance-to-pre-quarters-r-praggnanandhaa-crashes-out-1763049531427">FIDE World Cup 2025: Arjun, Harikrishna advance to pre-quarters; R Praggnanandhaa crashes out</a>&nbsp;The FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship, featuring a competitive mix of local and international talent, will also showcase the skills of drivers like Kenyan Shane Chandaria (Chennai Turbo Riders), Frenchman Sachel Rotge (Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru), South African Luviwe Sambudla (Goa Aces JA Racing), India’s Ishaan Madesh (Kolkata Royal Tigers), and Saishiva Sankaran (Speed Demons Delhi). All competitors will race identical Ligier JS F422 cars, making driver skill the deciding factor in each race.The Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, powered by [sponsor], is another key highlight of the weekend. The powerful GT-R650 bikes have delivered high-speed duels throughout the season, and the final round promises more intense racing. Bengaluru's Anish Shetty leads the Professional category with 57 points, followed by defending champion Navaneeth Kumar from Puducherry (36 points), and Kayan Patel from Mumbai (34 points).&nbsp;In the Amateur division, Bryan Nicholas from Puducherry holds the lead with 69 points, ahead of Johring Warisa from Umrangso (45 points) and Kabir Sahoch from Vadodara (33 points). Meanwhile, the Levitas Cup, India's newest single-make series, launched this season with identical Maruti Suzuki Ignis cars, is already thrilling fans with its close, skill-based racing. Ashwin Pugalagiri from Madurai and Balaji Raju from Chennai are tied at the top of the Rookie standings, each with 32 points, while Nihal Singh from Gurgaon trails closely with 27 points. In the Gentlemen category, Jai Prashanth Venkat from Coimbatore leads with 38 points, followed by Ram Charan (28 points) and Yokeshwaran Krishnavelu (21 points).&nbsp;The Novice Cup, a popular entry-level series, will also conclude with an exciting finish. The top three drivers—Abhijit Vadavalli (Momentum Motorsports) with 34 points, Lokithlingeash Ravi (DTS Racing) with 32 points, and Prathik Ashok (DTS Racing) with 28 points—are all in contention for the title, with only a small gap separating them.

Racers set for final lap: FMSCI National Racing Championship gears up for a thrilling final

After months of fierce competition and nail-biting finishes, the JK Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship is set to crown its champions at the highly anticipated finale, to be held at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore on November 15-16. Now in its 28th edition, the championship is India's oldest and most prestigious motorsport event. Adding to the excitement, American racing legend Freddie Spencer, a three-time MotoGP World Champion and MotoGP Hall of Famer, will be in attendance. The grand finale will see rookies chasing their first podiums and seasoned professionals battling for the coveted championship titles. Competitions will span across all categories, including the LGB Formula 4, JK Tyre Novice Cup, Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, and the newly introduced JK Tyre Levitas Cup. Additionally, the penultimate round of the FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship will take place as part of the Indian Racing Festival 2025. Among these, the LGB Formula 4 holds a special place as the longest-running and most prestigious class in the championship, bridging the gap between karting and professional formula racing. The series is known for testing drivers' skill, precision, and racecraft to the limit. Heading into the final round, Diljith TS from Dark Don Racing leads the LGB Formula 4 standings with 53 points, followed closely by Dhruvh Goswami of MSport Racing (45 points), and Mehul Agarwal of Dark Don Racing (28 points). The championship is fiercely competitive, with strong performances from experienced drivers setting the stage for a thrilling finale at Kari Motor Speedway. Also Read: FIDE World Cup 2025: Arjun, Harikrishna advance to pre-quarters; R Praggnanandhaa crashes out The FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship, featuring a competitive mix of local and international talent, will also showcase the skills of drivers like Kenyan Shane Chandaria (Chennai Turbo Riders), Frenchman Sachel Rotge (Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru), South African Luviwe Sambudla (Goa Aces JA Racing), India’s Ishaan Madesh (Kolkata Royal Tigers), and Saishiva Sankaran (Speed Demons Delhi). All competitors will race identical Ligier JS F422 cars, making driver skill the deciding factor in each race. The Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, powered by [sponsor], is another key highlight of the weekend. The powerful GT-R650 bikes have delivered high-speed duels throughout the season, and the final round promises more intense racing. Bengaluru's Anish Shetty leads the Professional category with 57 points, followed by defending champion Navaneeth Kumar from Puducherry (36 points), and Kayan Patel from Mumbai (34 points). In the Amateur division, Bryan Nicholas from Puducherry holds the lead with 69 points, ahead of Johring Warisa from Umrangso (45 points) and Kabir Sahoch from Vadodara (33 points). Meanwhile, the Levitas Cup, India's newest single-make series, launched this season with identical Maruti Suzuki Ignis cars, is already thrilling fans with its close, skill-based racing. Ashwin Pugalagiri from Madurai and Balaji Raju from Chennai are tied at the top of the Rookie standings, each with 32 points, while Nihal Singh from Gurgaon trails closely with 27 points. In the Gentlemen category, Jai Prashanth Venkat from Coimbatore leads with 38 points, followed by Ram Charan (28 points) and Yokeshwaran Krishnavelu (21 points). The Novice Cup, a popular entry-level series, will also conclude with an exciting finish. The top three drivers—Abhijit Vadavalli (Momentum Motorsports) with 34 points, Lokithlingeash Ravi (DTS Racing) with 32 points, and Prathik Ashok (DTS Racing) with 28 points—are all in contention for the title, with only a small gap separating them.

The FMSCI National Racing Championship is set to finish its 2025 season with thrilling races at Kari Motor Speedway. Champions will be crowned in multiple categories, including Formula 4, Royal Enfield GT Cup, and Levitas Cup

Arjun Erigaisi outperformed Peter Leko in both rapid games, while P Harikrishna made the most of his opportunities to defeat Nils Grandelius and progress to the pre-quarterfinals at the ongoing 2025 FIDE World Cup on Thursday (November 13). Unfortunately, R Praggnanandhaa’s campaign ended with a loss to former world Rapid champion Daniil Dubov in the fifth round.Pranav V and Karthik Venkataraman were eliminated in the classical games, but three Indian players managed to advance to the tiebreaks, with two ultimately making it through to the next round.&nbsp;Arjun was the standout performer of the day, winning the first Rapid game in 40 moves with black after Leko’s pawn sacrifice led to a sharp attack. In the second game, Leko had to take risks to stay in the competition, but Arjun held his nerve and secured victory in 57 moves. Reflecting on his performance, Arjun expressed satisfaction, noting that while the classical games were tense, he felt in control during the tiebreaks. He will next face two-time World Cup winner Levon Aronian.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-experience-of-paris-olympics-is-behind-me-now-i-am-focused-on-says-nikhat-zareen-as-she-gears-up-for-upcoming-world-boxing-cup-1763044953204">'Experience of Paris Olympics is behind me, now I am focused on...', says Nikhat Zareen as she gears up for upcoming World Boxing Cup</a>&nbsp;P Harikrishna also made it through, drawing the first game with black and then winning with white in 34 moves against Nils Grandelius. He will meet Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara in the next round. Meanwhile, Praggnanandhaa’s hopes were dashed when he drew the first Rapid game with black but then took risks with white. His gamble failed, and Daniil Dubov capitalized with a brilliant attack to win the second game in 53 moves. In other notable results, Aleksey Grebnev defeated Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, winning the first Rapid game in 70 moves and drawing the second. Sam Shankland triumphed over Richard Rapport, winning both rapid games to reach the Round of 16.<h2>India results (Round 4, Tiebreak)</h2>GM Arjun Erigaisi bt GM Peter Leko (HUN) (3:1 aggregate); GM R Praggnanandhaa lost to GM Daniil Dubov (FID) (1.5:2.5 aggregate); GM P Harikrishna bt GM Nils Grandelius (SWE) (2.5:1.5 aggregate)

FIDE World Cup 2025: Arjun, Harikrishna advance to pre-quarters; R Praggnanandhaa crashes out

Arjun Erigaisi outperformed Peter Leko in both rapid games, while P Harikrishna made the most of his opportunities to defeat Nils Grandelius and progress to the pre-quarterfinals at the ongoing 2025 FIDE World Cup on Thursday (November 13). Unfortunately, R Praggnanandhaa’s campaign ended with a loss to former world Rapid champion Daniil Dubov in the fifth round. Pranav V and Karthik Venkataraman were eliminated in the classical games, but three Indian players managed to advance to the tiebreaks, with two ultimately making it through to the next round. Arjun was the standout performer of the day, winning the first Rapid game in 40 moves with black after Leko’s pawn sacrifice led to a sharp attack. In the second game, Leko had to take risks to stay in the competition, but Arjun held his nerve and secured victory in 57 moves. Reflecting on his performance, Arjun expressed satisfaction, noting that while the classical games were tense, he felt in control during the tiebreaks. He will next face two-time World Cup winner Levon Aronian. Also Read: 'Experience of Paris Olympics is behind me, now I am focused on...', says Nikhat Zareen as she gears up for upcoming World Boxing Cup P Harikrishna also made it through, drawing the first game with black and then winning with white in 34 moves against Nils Grandelius. He will meet Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara in the next round. Meanwhile, Praggnanandhaa’s hopes were dashed when he drew the first Rapid game with black but then took risks with white. His gamble failed, and Daniil Dubov capitalized with a brilliant attack to win the second game in 53 moves. In other notable results, Aleksey Grebnev defeated Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, winning the first Rapid game in 70 moves and drawing the second. Sam Shankland triumphed over Richard Rapport, winning both rapid games to reach the Round of 16. India results (Round 4, Tiebreak) GM Arjun Erigaisi bt GM Peter Leko (HUN) (3:1 aggregate); GM R Praggnanandhaa lost to GM Daniil Dubov (FID) (1.5:2.5 aggregate); GM P Harikrishna bt GM Nils Grandelius (SWE) (2.5:1.5 aggregate)

Arjun Erigaisi beats Peter Leko in both rapid games, while P Harikrishna secured a spot in the pre-quarterfinals by beating Nils Grandelius. Praggnanandhaa’s journey came to an end with a loss to Daniil Dubov

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