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Batsmen like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Phil Salt among several others have taken power-hitting during powerplay in the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/indian-premier-league">Indian Premier League</a> (IPL) 2025 to next level.
While fans are soaking in the fun in the stadiums and in front of television sets, it came as a surprise when umpires suddenly decided to check the bats of Rajasthan Royals' Shimron Hetmyer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru' <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/phil-salt">Phil Salt</a> during their match in Jaipur on Sunday (April 14).
Meanwhile in the evening game between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians on same day, umpires checked Mumbai Indians' captain&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/hardik-pandya" rel="dofollow">Hardik Pandya</a>&rsquo;s bat as well. Umpires were seen using a gauge to check Hardik's bat width.
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-psl-2025-for-a-second-time-in-a-year-pakistani-bowler-usman-tariq-reported-for-suspect-bowling-action-8961705">PSL 2025: For a second time in a year, Pakistani bowler Usman Tariq reported for suspect bowling action</a>
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<h2>Why did umpires checked the bats?</h2>
The rules are meant to bolster <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/bcci">BCCI</a> policies aimed at curbing player advantages in this highly competitive batting environment.&nbsp;Now, the BCCI has given power to the match officials to inspect on-the-spot any bat which they feel is necessary, which is a major shift from past seasons where such scrutiny took place in the team&rsquo;s dressing rooms. &nbsp;
See video of umpire checking Hardik's bat:
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&ldquo;The umpires keep a house-shaped bat gauge. If the bat passes through that gauge, it is deemed acceptable. We have all performed bat checks before the start of the innings inside the dressing room. The players hand over their willows and the check is done,&rdquo; said a former BCCI umpire who has officiated over 100 IPL games to news agency PTI.
&ldquo;Now the question is, did any player provide one bat for check and used another on the field? If that has happened, then this protocol is welcome. The players walk around with a number of bats and while the weight is different, the height, width (bat face), depth (middle of blade), and width of the edge must comply within the bounds prescribed by ICC,&rdquo; the umpire further added.&nbsp;
<h2>What are the rules on bat sizes?</h2>
According to ICC guidelines, certain parameters with regards to measurements need to be followed. The width of the bat face should not be more than 4.25 inches (10.79 cm) and the middle of the bat (thickness) should not exceed 2.64 inches (6.7 cm).
Furthermore, edge width must not be more than 1.56 inches (4 cm) and the total height of the bat from the handle down to the base cannot be more than 38 inches (96.4 cm).
There has been no official word from the BCCI regarding whether any violation of bat dimension contradictions have led to these random checks.
The consequences of bat dimensions in regards to modern cricket today is actually severe considering that even a poor shot has the potential to sail a long way into the stands of the stadium.&nbsp;This IPL season has already recorded 525 sixes struck in 29 matches, which is a new record, with Nicholas Pooran leading the charge with 31 of those.

Sports: There has been no official word from the BCCI regarding whether any violation of bat dimension contradictions have led to these random checks

Batsmen like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Phil Salt among several others have taken power-hitting during powerplay in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 to next level. While fans are soaking in the fun in the stadiums and in front of television sets, it came as a surprise when umpires suddenly decided to check the bats of Rajasthan Royals' Shimron Hetmyer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru' Phil Salt during their match in Jaipur on Sunday (April 14). Meanwhile in the evening game between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians on same day, umpires checked Mumbai Indians' captain Hardik Pandya’s bat as well. Umpires were seen using a gauge to check Hardik's bat width. Also Read: PSL 2025: For a second time in a year, Pakistani bowler Usman Tariq reported for suspect bowling action Why did umpires checked the bats? The rules are meant to bolster BCCI policies aimed at curbing player advantages in this highly competitive batting environment. Now, the BCCI has given power to the match officials to inspect on-the-spot any bat which they feel is necessary, which is a major shift from past seasons where such scrutiny took place in the team’s dressing rooms. See video of umpire checking Hardik's bat: 🔥 Unreal Moment in IPL 2025! 🔥 Umpire checks Hardik Pandya's bat before his explosive entry! 💪🏏 #IPL2025 #HardikPandya pic.twitter.com/KoSe5HAVq0 — Cricket Chronicles (@CricketChroni) April 14, 2025 “The umpires keep a house-shaped bat gauge. If the bat passes through that gauge, it is deemed acceptable. We have all performed bat checks before the start of the innings inside the dressing room. The players hand over their willows and the check is done,” said a former BCCI umpire who has officiated over 100 IPL games to news agency PTI. “Now the question is, did any player provide one bat for check and used another on the field? If that has happened, then this protocol is welcome. The players walk around with a number of bats and while the weight is different, the height, width (bat face), depth (middle of blade), and width of the edge must comply within the bounds prescribed by ICC,” the umpire further added. What are the rules on bat sizes? According to ICC guidelines, certain parameters with regards to measurements need to be followed. The width of the bat face should not be more than 4.25 inches (10.79 cm) and the middle of the bat (thickness) should not exceed 2.64 inches (6.7 cm). Furthermore, edge width must not be more than 1.56 inches (4 cm) and the total height of the bat from the handle down to the base cannot be more than 38 inches (96.4 cm). There has been no official word from the BCCI regarding whether any violation of bat dimension contradictions have led to these random checks. The consequences of bat dimensions in regards to modern cricket today is actually severe considering that even a poor shot has the potential to sail a long way into the stands of the stadium. This IPL season has already recorded 525 sixes struck in 29 matches, which is a new record, with Nicholas Pooran leading the charge with 31 of those.

IPL 2025 | Mystery checks: Here's why umpires are randomly checking players' bat. Know More

During the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pakistan-super-league">Pakistan Super League</a>, Quetta Gladiators' Usman Tariq's bowling action was reported for suspected bowling action. The bowler&nbsp;was reported by Ahsan Raza and Chris Brown in the match on Sunday (April 13) in which Quetta lost to Lahore Qalandars by 79 runs in Rawalpindi. The Quetta bowler had also picked up one wicket while giving away 31 runs off his four overs.
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2025-kkrs-manish-pandey-reveals-how-his-army-roots-shaped-his-lifestyle-8961513">IPL 2025: KKR&rsquo;s Manish Pandey reveals how his Army roots shaped his lifestyle</a>
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Quetta Gladiators started their season with a dominant 80-run win against Peshawar Zalmi. In that match, Usman Tariq scalped 2/26.
The PCB has also issued a statement saying that Tariq can continue to bowl in the upcoming matches, but if the off-spinner is reported once again, there might be chances that he will be suspended from bowling and will need to obtain clearance from the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/international-cricket-council">International Cricket Council</a> (ICC).
<h2>'If called again, he will be banned from bowling'</h2>
&ldquo;Under the Regulations, Usman is permitted to compete in future matches without restriction (PSL),&rdquo; the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pakistan-cricket-board">Pakistan Cricket Board</a> said in a press release.
&ldquo;But if he is called again, he will be banned from bowling and will require verification from an ICC-accredited laboratory to lift the suspension.&rdquo; Tariq was noted for an unusual bowling action in a Quetta match against the Karachi Kings at the same venue last year, which prompted the franchise to retract their plans for the off-spinner and subject him to a bowling evaluation.
There is no word yet on when his bowling action test can be planned. Pakistan do have an ICC-accredited biomechanics laboratory in Lahore, but Gladiators do not play there until April 25.

Sports: Usman Tariq, 27, was reported by umpires Ahsan Raza and Chris Brown during Quetta Gladiators' clash against Lahore Qalandars, who won by 79 runs

During the ongoing Pakistan Super League, Quetta Gladiators' Usman Tariq's bowling action was reported for suspected bowling action. The bowler was reported by Ahsan Raza and Chris Brown in the match on Sunday (April 13) in which Quetta lost to Lahore Qalandars by 79 runs in Rawalpindi. The Quetta bowler had also picked up one wicket while giving away 31 runs off his four overs. Also Read: IPL 2025: KKR’s Manish Pandey reveals how his Army roots shaped his lifestyle Quetta Gladiators started their season with a dominant 80-run win against Peshawar Zalmi. In that match, Usman Tariq scalped 2/26. The PCB has also issued a statement saying that Tariq can continue to bowl in the upcoming matches, but if the off-spinner is reported once again, there might be chances that he will be suspended from bowling and will need to obtain clearance from the International Cricket Council (ICC). 'If called again, he will be banned from bowling' “Under the Regulations, Usman is permitted to compete in future matches without restriction (PSL),” the Pakistan Cricket Board said in a press release. “But if he is called again, he will be banned from bowling and will require verification from an ICC-accredited laboratory to lift the suspension.” Tariq was noted for an unusual bowling action in a Quetta match against the Karachi Kings at the same venue last year, which prompted the franchise to retract their plans for the off-spinner and subject him to a bowling evaluation. There is no word yet on when his bowling action test can be planned. Pakistan do have an ICC-accredited biomechanics laboratory in Lahore, but Gladiators do not play there until April 25.

PSL 2025: For a second time in a year, Pakistani bowler Usman Tariq reported for suspect bowling action

Karun Nair has been the talk of town for quite some time now. His astronomical run in domestic 50-ver tournament Vijay Hazare Trophy led to the murmurs of him potentially being selected for India's Champions Trophy 2025 squad but it couldn't happen. The batter, however, didn't lose hope and got to play his first IPL match on Sunday (Apr 13) after nearly three years.
In his first outing for Delhi Capitals, Nair was on fire as he smacked 89 off 40 balls with 12 fours and five sixes to his name. It was not only his first IPL match in nearly 1,000 days but first fifty in nearly seven years as well.
Also Read - <a class="gh-archive-page-post-title-link" href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2025-watch-mi-vs-dc-clash-heats-up-not-just-bumrah-vs-nair-but-man-vs-woman-fight-in-stands-8961520" aria-label="IPL 2025 | WATCH: MI vs DC clash heats up &mdash; not just Bumrah vs Nair, but man vs woman in stands">IPL 2025 | WATCH: MI vs DC clash heats up &mdash; not just Bumrah vs Nair, but man vs woman in stands</a>
Nair's last fifty had come 2,520 ago for Punjab Kings against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on May 20, 2018 - it is the longest gap between two fifties in IPL history. In Nair defence, however, the batter only played six times during those seven years in exile.
On the second spot of the same list is SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH) explosive batter Travis Head. The Aussie, a menace name for the bowlers since last couple of years, had went without a fifty in IPL for nearly seven years as well. The difference between his two fifties in IPL is 2,516 days.
After scoring a fifty for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2017, Head hit a fifty on May 7 - his last till 2024. The next fifty came for SRH on March 27 against MI. Aussie, however, didn't play in the IPL for all that time and hence the gap.
As for the match between DC and MI, Mumbai held their nerves amid Nair's onslaught and won the match 12 runs. Asked to bat first, MI put up 205 on board and DC were going strong, needing 93 in 60 balls with nine wickets in hand.
Nair's wicket then started a collapse and DC were bowled out for 193 in 19 overs - losing the match by 12 runs.

Nair's last fifty had come 2,520 ago for Punjab Kings against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on May 20, 2018 - it is the longest gap between two fifties in IPL history. cricket sports

Karun Nair has been the talk of town for quite some time now. His astronomical run in domestic 50-ver tournament Vijay Hazare Trophy led to the murmurs of him potentially being selected for India's Champions Trophy 2025 squad but it couldn't happen. The batter, however, didn't lose hope and got to play his first IPL match on Sunday (Apr 13) after nearly three years. In his first outing for Delhi Capitals, Nair was on fire as he smacked 89 off 40 balls with 12 fours and five sixes to his name. It was not only his first IPL match in nearly 1,000 days but first fifty in nearly seven years as well. Also Read - IPL 2025 | WATCH: MI vs DC clash heats up — not just Bumrah vs Nair, but man vs woman in stands Nair's last fifty had come 2,520 ago for Punjab Kings against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on May 20, 2018 - it is the longest gap between two fifties in IPL history. In Nair defence, however, the batter only played six times during those seven years in exile. On the second spot of the same list is SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH) explosive batter Travis Head. The Aussie, a menace name for the bowlers since last couple of years, had went without a fifty in IPL for nearly seven years as well. The difference between his two fifties in IPL is 2,516 days. After scoring a fifty for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2017, Head hit a fifty on May 7 - his last till 2024. The next fifty came for SRH on March 27 against MI. Aussie, however, didn't play in the IPL for all that time and hence the gap. As for the match between DC and MI, Mumbai held their nerves amid Nair's onslaught and won the match 12 runs. Asked to bat first, MI put up 205 on board and DC were going strong, needing 93 in 60 balls with nine wickets in hand. Nair's wicket then started a collapse and DC were bowled out for 193 in 19 overs - losing the match by 12 runs.

Before 89 vs MI, Karun Nair's last IPL fifty had come 2,520 days ago and next is Travis Head with gap of 2,516 days between two fifties

Kolkata Knight Riders&rsquo; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/manish-pandey">Manish Pandey</a> revealed his daily schedule and training regime and his secret to keeping a fit persona. The defending champions are currently placed fifth in the table with six points from six games. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kolkata-knight-riders">Kolkata Knight Riders</a> has won three and lost as many.
Known for his graceful batting and electric fielding, the Indian star highlighted how he imbibes discipline in his daily schedule. He said, &ldquo;Being from an army background, it helped me as a kid because we had the opportunity to play a lot of different sports back then. So, that really helped me as a kid to have that early foundation of the kind of fitness," Pandey said in an episode of 'Train Like a Knight'.
Shedding some light on his workout routine for the week, Manish Pandey underscored the importance of keeping things simple. &ldquo;I keep it very simple, try and stick to my goals, which is two strength and two cardio sessions in a week.&rdquo;
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<h2>'Don't like to have heavy breakfast'</h2>
In terms of having a healthy, nutritious meal plan, the 35-year-old shared that he prefers having a light breakfast and then heading for his workouts. &ldquo;I'm not a big breakfast eater. My typical breakfast would contain eggs and porridge because I can start my workout immediately after an hour or so.&rdquo;
&ldquo;For my afternoon meals, I go a little heavy because I feel I've finished my gym. Then I can set myself for an evening sport. Probably get another boiled egg or something there. And a little bit of curd to accompany the whole thing&rdquo;, he added.
The host of the show also spoke about the advancements in sports nutrition over the years, referring to the high protein curd that contains 25 grams of protein and is low in fat with no added sugar, to which the cricketer added, &ldquo;Any kind of meal I'm having, either it's rice, dal, there must be curd in it. It's obviously good for the gut, especially during the summers, to make one feel nice and light.&rdquo;
To enhance his recovery post matches, Manish Pandey shared that he also looks at other sources like flax seeds and fish oil, which is rich in omega three and important for recovery and general body health.
Kolkata Knight Riders will next face <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/punjab-kings">Punjab Kings</a> on Tuesday (April 15).&nbsp;

Sports: In terms of having a healthy, nutritious meal plan, the 35-year-old shared that he prefers having a light breakfast and then heading for his workouts

Kolkata Knight Riders’ Manish Pandey revealed his daily schedule and training regime and his secret to keeping a fit persona. The defending champions are currently placed fifth in the table with six points from six games. Kolkata Knight Riders has won three and lost as many. Known for his graceful batting and electric fielding, the Indian star highlighted how he imbibes discipline in his daily schedule. He said, “Being from an army background, it helped me as a kid because we had the opportunity to play a lot of different sports back then. So, that really helped me as a kid to have that early foundation of the kind of fitness," Pandey said in an episode of 'Train Like a Knight'. Shedding some light on his workout routine for the week, Manish Pandey underscored the importance of keeping things simple. “I keep it very simple, try and stick to my goals, which is two strength and two cardio sessions in a week.” Also Read: How Pakistan Super League has sparked a cricketing revival in Pakistan? 'Don't like to have heavy breakfast' In terms of having a healthy, nutritious meal plan, the 35-year-old shared that he prefers having a light breakfast and then heading for his workouts. “I'm not a big breakfast eater. My typical breakfast would contain eggs and porridge because I can start my workout immediately after an hour or so.” “For my afternoon meals, I go a little heavy because I feel I've finished my gym. Then I can set myself for an evening sport. Probably get another boiled egg or something there. And a little bit of curd to accompany the whole thing”, he added. The host of the show also spoke about the advancements in sports nutrition over the years, referring to the high protein curd that contains 25 grams of protein and is low in fat with no added sugar, to which the cricketer added, “Any kind of meal I'm having, either it's rice, dal, there must be curd in it. It's obviously good for the gut, especially during the summers, to make one feel nice and light.” To enhance his recovery post matches, Manish Pandey shared that he also looks at other sources like flax seeds and fish oil, which is rich in omega three and important for recovery and general body health. Kolkata Knight Riders will next face Punjab Kings on Tuesday (April 15).

IPL 2025: Gut healthy and nutritious! Here's what KKR’s Manish Pandey has revealed about his Army-inspired lifestyle

During the high-intensity clash between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals on Sunday (Apr 13) in IPL 2025, everyone witnessed the fiery exchange of words between Jasprit Bumrah and Karun Nair but that wasn&rsquo;t the only heated moment of the evening.
While the crowd was still buzzing from Karun&rsquo;s fearless approach towards Bumrah, chaos erupted in the Arun Jaitley Stadium stands. In a shocking turn of events, a physical fight broke out between a man and a woman in the stadium stands. Watch the video below:
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A viral video that's now circulating on social media captured the moment clearly. The two individuals were seen exchanging multiple blows. Some tried to shout them down, but it took a group of nearby fans jumping in to physically separate the two.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, MI ended DC&rsquo;s unbeaten run &nbsp;with a thrilling 12-run win. After being put in to bat, MI posted a strong 205/5. Tilak Varma top scored with a fluent 59 off 33 with support from Ryan Rickelton (41 off 25), Suryakumar Yadav (40 off 28), and good finishing touch by Naman Dhir (38 off 17).
DC&rsquo;s chase got of to the worst possible start as Jake Fraser-McGurk fell for a golden duck right on the first ball of the innings. However, Karun Nair launched a counter attack by smacking MI bowlers all over the park.
Playing his first IPL match in over three years, Nair came in at No. 3 and went after MI's best bowler Jasprit Bumrah. In the sixth over, Nair smashed Bumrah for a massive six over deep square leg, sliced a yorker for four, and a classy inside-out six over cover rattling the world&rsquo;s best white-ball pacer.
Bumrah, clearly frustrated, had an angry reaction after an accidental bump with Nair as both exchanged a couple of words.&nbsp;But the Mumbai pacer had the last laugh as DC&rsquo;s chase crumbled after Nair&rsquo;s dismissal by Santner in the 12th over and they were eventually dismissed for 193 in 19 overs.

The two individuals were seen exchanging multiple blows. Some tried to shout them down, but it took a group of nearby fans jumping in to physically separate the two. sports cricket

During the high-intensity clash between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals on Sunday (Apr 13) in IPL 2025, everyone witnessed the fiery exchange of words between Jasprit Bumrah and Karun Nair but that wasn’t the only heated moment of the evening. While the crowd was still buzzing from Karun’s fearless approach towards Bumrah, chaos erupted in the Arun Jaitley Stadium stands. In a shocking turn of events, a physical fight broke out between a man and a woman in the stadium stands. Watch the video below: @gharkekalesh pic.twitter.com/cblrVMu7zc — Arhant Shelby (@Arhantt_pvt) April 14, 2025 A viral video that's now circulating on social media captured the moment clearly. The two individuals were seen exchanging multiple blows. Some tried to shout them down, but it took a group of nearby fans jumping in to physically separate the two. Meanwhile, MI ended DC’s unbeaten run with a thrilling 12-run win. After being put in to bat, MI posted a strong 205/5. Tilak Varma top scored with a fluent 59 off 33 with support from Ryan Rickelton (41 off 25), Suryakumar Yadav (40 off 28), and good finishing touch by Naman Dhir (38 off 17). DC’s chase got of to the worst possible start as Jake Fraser-McGurk fell for a golden duck right on the first ball of the innings. However, Karun Nair launched a counter attack by smacking MI bowlers all over the park. Playing his first IPL match in over three years, Nair came in at No. 3 and went after MI's best bowler Jasprit Bumrah. In the sixth over, Nair smashed Bumrah for a massive six over deep square leg, sliced a yorker for four, and a classy inside-out six over cover rattling the world’s best white-ball pacer. Bumrah, clearly frustrated, had an angry reaction after an accidental bump with Nair as both exchanged a couple of words. But the Mumbai pacer had the last laugh as DC’s chase crumbled after Nair’s dismissal by Santner in the 12th over and they were eventually dismissed for 193 in 19 overs.

IPL 2025 | WATCH: MI vs DC clash heats up — not just Bumrah vs Nair, but man vs woman in stands

The International Cricket Council has finally responded to the pleas of Afghanistan's women cricketers who were forced to flee the country. That's following the Taliban takeover in 2021. The ICC has now formed a task force to support them with funding, coaching and also the kinds of facilities.

Afghanistan's cricket team gets funding from ICC

Back in 2016, when the first ball of Pakistan Super League was bowled, many thought of it as just another cricket league, but the idea to launch the league in Pakistan was different.&nbsp;
It was about to bring back cricket to a country at a time when Pakistan was not safe to travel for other cricketing nations. The recurring attacks from terrorist organisations had pushed the country into a state where nobody was safe. The country&rsquo;s image, as well as the sports and tourism industries, were affected badly.
So, it was Pakistan as a country that needed something to bring back the joy to fans who lived and died for the game. As a result, Pakistan Super League was born.
The establishment of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pakistan-super-league">Pakistan Super League</a> (PSL) was perceived as a big risk by many. This was because it was a franchise-based T20 tournament that was about to be hosted in hopes of restoring the image of Pakistan cricket and also improving the ailing domestic structure. Looking at it from their perspective, the risk was very high. But, fast forward to 2025, and everything appears to be paying off in ways that we least expected.
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Over the years, it is not just a tournament but has become an institution of sort in the country now. It serves as a the stage where local stars perform and showcase their skills alongside international players, while cities in Pakistan get to soak up the energy with fans motivated for high class competition. One can say now that starting PSL, it has completely transformed the country's system of domestic cricket.
<h2>PSL has enhanced overall professionalism of cricket in Pakistan</h2>
New talents have suddenly emerged. Young players such as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shaheen-afridi">Shaheen Shah Afridi</a>, Shadab Khan, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/haris-rauf">Haris Rauf</a>, and Mohammad Haris have come up the ranks from domestic circuit. The PSL not only provided them with exposure, but an opportunity and a path to fast track to the international level.
The PSL has not only focused on individual player growth, but has also enhanced the overall professionalism of the sport in Pakistan.
Earlier, domestic matches in Pakistan used to be played in front of vacant stadiums. The hussle and bustle has returned ever since the PSL was founded. Stadiums in Lahore, Karachi, Multan, and Rawalpindi City are now frequently sold out, and cricket has once again became a sport that unifies the country. Fans now feel more connected to the sport than before with live streams, social media posts, and access to behind the scenes footage.
For a lot of players, the PSL has given them life-altering contracts. There is also a financial transformation that cannot be overlooked. It has enabled domestic cricketers to turn into professionals, concentrate on their training, and actually pursue cricket as a career. That kind of financial security is essential for maintaining a good pool of talent.
Possibly one of the most important accomplishments of the league has been how it aids in changing the international views of Pakistan. The PSL serves as a strong indicator: cricket does not only exist in Pakistan &mdash; it&rsquo;s now flourishing.
As PSL enters its tenth year, the focus is once again on growth and evolution. There is room for expansion, investment in women's cricket, and a closer connection with development at the grassroots level. What stands out is how the PSL has achieved in a short span of ten years what traditional domestic structure didn't manage to do in decades. It has rejuvenated the sport, lifted the benchmarks, and reignited hopes and dreams ignited in youth.

Sports: The Pakistan Super League has not only focused on individual player growth, but has also enhanced the overall professionalism of the sport in Pakistan

Back in 2016, when the first ball of Pakistan Super League was bowled, many thought of it as just another cricket league, but the idea to launch the league in Pakistan was different. It was about to bring back cricket to a country at a time when Pakistan was not safe to travel for other cricketing nations. The recurring attacks from terrorist organisations had pushed the country into a state where nobody was safe. The country’s image, as well as the sports and tourism industries, were affected badly. So, it was Pakistan as a country that needed something to bring back the joy to fans who lived and died for the game. As a result, Pakistan Super League was born. The establishment of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) was perceived as a big risk by many. This was because it was a franchise-based T20 tournament that was about to be hosted in hopes of restoring the image of Pakistan cricket and also improving the ailing domestic structure. Looking at it from their perspective, the risk was very high. But, fast forward to 2025, and everything appears to be paying off in ways that we least expected. Also Read: IPL 2025 | 'That changed the game,' MI spinner Karn Sharma shares turning point during win vs DC Over the years, it is not just a tournament but has become an institution of sort in the country now. It serves as a the stage where local stars perform and showcase their skills alongside international players, while cities in Pakistan get to soak up the energy with fans motivated for high class competition. One can say now that starting PSL, it has completely transformed the country's system of domestic cricket. PSL has enhanced overall professionalism of cricket in Pakistan New talents have suddenly emerged. Young players such as Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf, and Mohammad Haris have come up the ranks from domestic circuit. The PSL not only provided them with exposure, but an opportunity and a path to fast track to the international level. The PSL has not only focused on individual player growth, but has also enhanced the overall professionalism of the sport in Pakistan. Earlier, domestic matches in Pakistan used to be played in front of vacant stadiums. The hussle and bustle has returned ever since the PSL was founded. Stadiums in Lahore, Karachi, Multan, and Rawalpindi City are now frequently sold out, and cricket has once again became a sport that unifies the country. Fans now feel more connected to the sport than before with live streams, social media posts, and access to behind the scenes footage. For a lot of players, the PSL has given them life-altering contracts. There is also a financial transformation that cannot be overlooked. It has enabled domestic cricketers to turn into professionals, concentrate on their training, and actually pursue cricket as a career. That kind of financial security is essential for maintaining a good pool of talent. Possibly one of the most important accomplishments of the league has been how it aids in changing the international views of Pakistan. The PSL serves as a strong indicator: cricket does not only exist in Pakistan — it’s now flourishing. As PSL enters its tenth year, the focus is once again on growth and evolution. There is room for expansion, investment in women's cricket, and a closer connection with development at the grassroots level. What stands out is how the PSL has achieved in a short span of ten years what traditional domestic structure didn't manage to do in decades. It has rejuvenated the sport, lifted the benchmarks, and reignited hopes and dreams ignited in youth.

How Pakistan Super League has sparked a cricketing revival in Pakistan?

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/wwe" rel="dofollow">WWE</a> WrestleMania, the biggest pro-wrestling spectacle, is less than a week away. The 41st edition of the Showcase of the Immortals will get underway at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (April 19 and 20) in the US, with some of the top names in this billion-dollar industry, including John Cena, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Charlotte Flair and Rey Mysterio set to feature at WWE WrestleMania 41. But who headlines the two nights? Let's find out.
WWE WrestleMania 41 will see 16-time world champion John Cena face off against the WWE champion Cody Rhodes. This dream match came to life after Cena won the Elimination Chamber match and turned &lsquo;Heel&rsquo; for the first time in his 20-year-plus decorated WWE career, breaking the internet.
On the other hand, the WWE creative pulled off a billion-dollar draw by announcing the biggest match of the year, a triple threat between Roman, Seth Rollins and CM Punk. Though there are a couple more matches worthy of main-eventing Night 1 at the Mania, this top-tier clash will headline Night 1, with Cody vs Cena being the main event on Night 2.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heres-who-will-induct-triple-h-into-the-wwe-hall-of-fame-class-of-2025-before-wrestlemania-41-shawn-michaels-8957783" rel="dofollow">Here's who will induct Triple H into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025 before WrestleMania 41</a>
Paul Heyman revealed the main event of WrestleMania 41 Night 1 during a SmackDown episode, announcing that CM Punk - a former multi-time champion, will headline his first main event ever at this year&rsquo;s grandest showdown.&nbsp;
<h2>Full list of WrestleMania 41 matches spread across two nights -</h2>
<ul>
<li>Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena &nbsp;</li>
<li>Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins</li>
<li>Triple Threat Match Women's World Championship: IYO SKY vs. Bianca Belair vs. Rhea Ripley &nbsp;</li>
<li>World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther vs. Jey Uso &nbsp;</li>
<li>WWE Women's Championship: Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair &nbsp;</li>
<li>AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul &nbsp;</li>
<li>Intercontinental Championship: Bron Breakker vs. Penta vs. Finn B&aacute;lor vs. Dominik Mysterio &nbsp;</li>
<li>United States Championship: LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu &nbsp;</li>
<li>Rey Mysterio vs. El Grande Americano &nbsp;</li>
<li>Jade Cargill vs. Naomi Damian &nbsp;</li>
<li>Priest vs. Drew McIntyre - &nbsp;</li>
<li>Sin City Street Fight World Tag Team Championship: The War Raiders vs. The New Day &nbsp;</li>
<li>WWE Women's Tag Team Championship: Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez vs. Bayley and Lyra Valkyria</li>
</ul>
Though the WWE has confirmed most matches, the one involving Kevin Owens and Randy Orton is on hold due to an injury suffered by Owens. With the final SmackDown episode just before WrestleMania 41 yet to be aired, the WWE could make last-minute changes or additions to the match cards for both nights. &nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

The 41st edition of the Showcase of the Immortals, WWE WrestleMania, will get underway at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (April 19 and 20) in the US. Sports, WWE

WWE WrestleMania, the biggest pro-wrestling spectacle, is less than a week away. The 41st edition of the Showcase of the Immortals will get underway at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (April 19 and 20) in the US, with some of the top names in this billion-dollar industry, including John Cena, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Charlotte Flair and Rey Mysterio set to feature at WWE WrestleMania 41. But who headlines the two nights? Let's find out. WWE WrestleMania 41 will see 16-time world champion John Cena face off against the WWE champion Cody Rhodes. This dream match came to life after Cena won the Elimination Chamber match and turned ‘Heel’ for the first time in his 20-year-plus decorated WWE career, breaking the internet. On the other hand, the WWE creative pulled off a billion-dollar draw by announcing the biggest match of the year, a triple threat between Roman, Seth Rollins and CM Punk. Though there are a couple more matches worthy of main-eventing Night 1 at the Mania, this top-tier clash will headline Night 1, with Cody vs Cena being the main event on Night 2. Also read | Here's who will induct Triple H into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025 before WrestleMania 41 Paul Heyman revealed the main event of WrestleMania 41 Night 1 during a SmackDown episode, announcing that CM Punk - a former multi-time champion, will headline his first main event ever at this year’s grandest showdown. Full list of WrestleMania 41 matches spread across two nights - Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins Triple Threat Match Women's World Championship: IYO SKY vs. Bianca Belair vs. Rhea Ripley World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther vs. Jey Uso WWE Women's Championship: Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul Intercontinental Championship: Bron Breakker vs. Penta vs. Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio United States Championship: LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu Rey Mysterio vs. El Grande Americano Jade Cargill vs. Naomi Damian Priest vs. Drew McIntyre - Sin City Street Fight World Tag Team Championship: The War Raiders vs. The New Day WWE Women's Tag Team Championship: Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez vs. Bayley and Lyra Valkyria Though the WWE has confirmed most matches, the one involving Kevin Owens and Randy Orton is on hold due to an injury suffered by Owens. With the final SmackDown episode just before WrestleMania 41 yet to be aired, the WWE could make last-minute changes or additions to the match cards for both nights. (With inputs from agencies)

WWE WrestleMania 41 - Who headlines Night 1 and Night 2? Full details inside and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rohit-sharma" rel="dofollow">Rohit Sharma</a> didn&rsquo;t score many runs, but his game tactics helped <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> win a high-scoring thriller against Delhi Capitals. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday (Apr 13), chasing 206, Delhi looked strong at one stage with 135 for two, when Karun Nair was smashing the ball all around the park. It looked like Delhi would win easily.
<h2>Rohit Sharma's cricketing mind changed the game for Mumbai</h2>
But things changed quickly after Karun got out. From the dugout, Rohit Sharma made two smart suggestions. Firstly, he asked for a ball change after the 11th over as the dew was coming in, helping the spinners grip the ball better.
In addition, he told coach Mahela Jayawardene and captain Hardik Pandya to bring back leg-spinner Karn Sharma despite him leaking 17 runs in his first over.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2025-that-changed-the-game-mi-spinner-karn-sharma-on-turning-point-during-win-vs-dc-8960743" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025 | 'That changed the game,' MI spinner Karn Sharma shares turning point during win vs DC</a>
That advice worked like magic.
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Karn came back and picked up three big wickets, bringing Delhi under pressure, which later got all out on 193. Mumbai Indians won by 12 runs and finally got a reason to smile this season.
Even though Rohit scored only 18 runs, fans and experts praised him for his game sense. He was talking to the coach and captain during timeouts, helping with field placements and bowling changes. Broadcasters even made a special poster of Rohit Sharma's instructions.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-rohit-sharmas-reaction-to-bumrah-karun-nair-brawl-wins-internet-video-goes-viral-watch-8959496" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025: Rohit Sharma&rsquo;s reaction to Bumrah-Karun Nair fight wins internet, video goes viral &ndash; WATCH</a>
Rohit also hit a six in his short innings, becoming the first Indian to smash 50 sixes against one IPL team - Delhi Capitals. He broke MS Dhoni&rsquo;s record of 49 sixes against RCB.
Meanwhile, this match showed that even when Rohit doesn&rsquo;t score big, he can still win games with his smart thinking. Experience, timing, and a sharp mind.
(With inputs from agencies)

This match showed that even when Rohit doesn’t score big, he can still win games with his smart thinking, experience, timing, and sharp mind. Sports, Cricket

Rohit Sharma didn’t score many runs, but his game tactics helped Mumbai Indians win a high-scoring thriller against Delhi Capitals. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday (Apr 13), chasing 206, Delhi looked strong at one stage with 135 for two, when Karun Nair was smashing the ball all around the park. It looked like Delhi would win easily. Rohit Sharma's cricketing mind changed the game for Mumbai But things changed quickly after Karun got out. From the dugout, Rohit Sharma made two smart suggestions. Firstly, he asked for a ball change after the 11th over as the dew was coming in, helping the spinners grip the ball better. In addition, he told coach Mahela Jayawardene and captain Hardik Pandya to bring back leg-spinner Karn Sharma despite him leaking 17 runs in his first over. Also read | IPL 2025 | 'That changed the game,' MI spinner Karn Sharma shares turning point during win vs DC That advice worked like magic. Watch - View this post on Instagram A post shared by Star Sports India (@starsportsindia) Karn came back and picked up three big wickets, bringing Delhi under pressure, which later got all out on 193. Mumbai Indians won by 12 runs and finally got a reason to smile this season. Even though Rohit scored only 18 runs, fans and experts praised him for his game sense. He was talking to the coach and captain during timeouts, helping with field placements and bowling changes. Broadcasters even made a special poster of Rohit Sharma's instructions. Also read | IPL 2025: Rohit Sharma’s reaction to Bumrah-Karun Nair fight wins internet, video goes viral – WATCH Rohit also hit a six in his short innings, becoming the first Indian to smash 50 sixes against one IPL team - Delhi Capitals. He broke MS Dhoni’s record of 49 sixes against RCB. Meanwhile, this match showed that even when Rohit doesn’t score big, he can still win games with his smart thinking. Experience, timing, and a sharp mind. (With inputs from agencies)

DC vs MI: How Rohit Sharma won the game for Mumbai Indians from the dugout

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel was fined INR 12 lakh ($14,000 approx) for his team's slow over rate during their IPL 2025 match against Mumbai Indians at Arun Jaitley stadium on Sunday (Apr 13). This was DC&rsquo;s first offence for slow over rate this season and as per the IPL's code of conduct, the captain faces a fine for this. Earlier, there were match suspensions for slow over rates but after their removal, fines and in-game field restrictions are the only penalties for such offences.
While chasing 206, DC were solid stage with 113/1 after 10 overs. With 93 runs needed from the last 10 overs and nine wickets in hand, they seemed to have control of the chase. But things started to fall apart for DC after they lost wickets one after another.
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The middle order failed to step up, and things got worse when they suffered a hat-trick of run-outs in the 19th over. Despite the efforts of their lower-order batters, they ended up falling short by 12 runs, which was a tough pill to swallow. It was their first defeat in IPL 2025 that displaced them from the top position in points table.
Axar Patel was clearly disappointed after the loss. &ldquo;We had the game,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;I think we had soft dismissals from the middle order, some bad shots. We lost by 12 runs with an over to go, so we could have still won it. It can't happen that your lower-order batters will always save you in chases. There are some odd days where you play wrong shots, so I don&rsquo;t think there is any point in thinking too much about it.&rdquo;
Despite the loss, Axar&rsquo;s comments show his belief that cricket is a game of small margins. He acknowledged that it wasn&rsquo;t just the poor shots but also the run-outs that cost them the match. While DC would be disappointed, this defeat can serve as a lesson on the importance of maintaining focus and making smarter decisions in crunch situations. It&rsquo;s a setback, but with a bit of reflection and improvement, DC will hope to bounce back stronger in their next match against Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday (Apr 16).

With 93 runs needed from the last 10 overs and nine wickets in hand, they seemed to have control of the chase. But things started to fall apart for DC after they lost wickets one after another. Cricket Sports

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel was fined INR 12 lakh ($14,000 approx) for his team's slow over rate during their IPL 2025 match against Mumbai Indians at Arun Jaitley stadium on Sunday (Apr 13). This was DC’s first offence for slow over rate this season and as per the IPL's code of conduct, the captain faces a fine for this. Earlier, there were match suspensions for slow over rates but after their removal, fines and in-game field restrictions are the only penalties for such offences. While chasing 206, DC were solid stage with 113/1 after 10 overs. With 93 runs needed from the last 10 overs and nine wickets in hand, they seemed to have control of the chase. But things started to fall apart for DC after they lost wickets one after another. Also Read - IPL 2025 | 'That changed the game,' MI spinner Karn Sharma shares turning point during win vs DC The middle order failed to step up, and things got worse when they suffered a hat-trick of run-outs in the 19th over. Despite the efforts of their lower-order batters, they ended up falling short by 12 runs, which was a tough pill to swallow. It was their first defeat in IPL 2025 that displaced them from the top position in points table. Axar Patel was clearly disappointed after the loss. “We had the game,” he said. “I think we had soft dismissals from the middle order, some bad shots. We lost by 12 runs with an over to go, so we could have still won it. It can't happen that your lower-order batters will always save you in chases. There are some odd days where you play wrong shots, so I don’t think there is any point in thinking too much about it.” Despite the loss, Axar’s comments show his belief that cricket is a game of small margins. He acknowledged that it wasn’t just the poor shots but also the run-outs that cost them the match. While DC would be disappointed, this defeat can serve as a lesson on the importance of maintaining focus and making smarter decisions in crunch situations. It’s a setback, but with a bit of reflection and improvement, DC will hope to bounce back stronger in their next match against Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday (Apr 16).

IPL 2025 | DC's Axar Patel latest skipper to be fined for slow over rate

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rory-mcilroy">Rory McIlroy</a>'s 11-year long wait came to an end on Sunday with a win at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/the-masters">The Masters</a>.&nbsp;McIlroy, who started Sunday&rsquo;s final round with a two-stroke lead, overcame some bumps in the road including a furious comeback by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/justin-rose">Justin Rose</a> to force a one-hole playoff after shooting 1-over par on the day, and finishing at 11-under par for the tournament and cementing his place among the game&rsquo;s immortals.
With his victory at The Masters, the 35-year-old completed the career grand slam - winning each of golf&rsquo;s four majors. McIlroy becomes just the sixth player to accomplish the feat joining Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tiger-woods">Tiger Woods</a>.
<h2>What all does the winner of The Masters gets?</h2>
The 2025 Masters Tournament had a total purse of $21 million. This time, the winner got $4.2 million as prize money, while Justin Rose got $2.268 million. But besides the prize money, there are lesser known privileges that the winner gets. Let's have a look:
The iconic Green Jacket is handed out to the winner, but most may not be aware they have an engraved gold nameplate on the inside of it.&nbsp;Winners also get to take the Green Jacket home for a year before it takes up a permanent residency at Augusta.&nbsp;Another long-standing tradition for Masters winners is a gold medal, which has been given out since the inaugural event in 1934.
Just three-and-a-half inches in size, it displays an image of the Augusta clubhouse on the front. The Masters trophy, a stunning&nbsp;work of art and a replica of the Augusta clubhouse comprised of 900 individual pieces of silver.&nbsp;A band on the base of the trophy bears the names of every winner.
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Although they can't take the trophy home, winners do get to take home a smaller replica, which is estimated to be 40 per cent of the original trophy's size.
The clubhouse is another prominent feature on the gold locket given to the winner.&nbsp;However, champions must wait until the Champions Dinner held in their honour before they get their hands on the locket.
Another perk is access to a champions-only range during Masters week.&nbsp;Winners also get access to the Champions Locker Room, although due to the small space, those lockers are shared.
Aside from dictating the menu, winners receive an invite to the Champions Dinner every year.&nbsp;The winner also receive honorary membership to Augusta, meaning they can play the fabled fairways anytime they wish.&nbsp;Another major perk of victory is being granted permission to bring a guest and play the course on the Sunday before the Masters tees off.
Of course, there's the more timely rewards of OWGR points, with the Masters winner to earn 100.Champions are also given an exemption to all majors and PGA Tour events for the next five years following their triumph.
So yes, winning The Masters is not just about lifting the trophy, but much more.
Below are the rewards:
<ul>
<li>Green Jacket</li>
<li>Name engraved on The Masters trophy</li>
<li>A replica of the trophy</li>
<li>Masters gold medal</li>
<li>Gold locket</li>
<li>Invitation to The Masters Champions Dinner</li>
<li>Honourary membership to Augusta</li>
<li>A locker in the Augusta Champions Locker Room</li>
<li>Access to Champions-only range</li>
<li>Lifetime invitation to The Masters</li>
<li>100 OWGR points and 750 FedEx Cup points</li>
<li>$4.2million</li>
<li>Five-year major exemption</li>
<li>Five-year PGA Tour exemption</li>
<li>A special Sunday tee time</li>
</ul>
(With inputs from agencies)
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Rory McIlroy's 11-year long wait came to an end on Sunday with a win at The Masters. McIlroy, who started Sunday’s final round with a two-stroke lead, overcame some bumps in the road including a furious comeback by Justin Rose to force a one-hole playoff after shooting 1-over par on the day, and finishing at 11-under par for the tournament and cementing his place among the game’s immortals. With his victory at The Masters, the 35-year-old completed the career grand slam - winning each of golf’s four majors. McIlroy becomes just the sixth player to accomplish the feat joining Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. What all does the winner of The Masters gets? The 2025 Masters Tournament had a total purse of $21 million. This time, the winner got $4.2 million as prize money, while Justin Rose got $2.268 million. But besides the prize money, there are lesser known privileges that the winner gets. Let's have a look: The iconic Green Jacket is handed out to the winner, but most may not be aware they have an engraved gold nameplate on the inside of it. Winners also get to take the Green Jacket home for a year before it takes up a permanent residency at Augusta. Another long-standing tradition for Masters winners is a gold medal, which has been given out since the inaugural event in 1934. Just three-and-a-half inches in size, it displays an image of the Augusta clubhouse on the front. The Masters trophy, a stunning work of art and a replica of the Augusta clubhouse comprised of 900 individual pieces of silver. A band on the base of the trophy bears the names of every winner. Also Read: Golf: Rory McIlroy completes career Grand Slam with tearful Masters win Although they can't take the trophy home, winners do get to take home a smaller replica, which is estimated to be 40 per cent of the original trophy's size. The clubhouse is another prominent feature on the gold locket given to the winner. However, champions must wait until the Champions Dinner held in their honour before they get their hands on the locket. Another perk is access to a champions-only range during Masters week. Winners also get access to the Champions Locker Room, although due to the small space, those lockers are shared. Aside from dictating the menu, winners receive an invite to the Champions Dinner every year. The winner also receive honorary membership to Augusta, meaning they can play the fabled fairways anytime they wish. Another major perk of victory is being granted permission to bring a guest and play the course on the Sunday before the Masters tees off. Of course, there's the more timely rewards of OWGR points, with the Masters winner to earn 100.Champions are also given an exemption to all majors and PGA Tour events for the next five years following their triumph. So yes, winning The Masters is not just about lifting the trophy, but much more. Below are the rewards: Green Jacket Name engraved on The Masters trophy A replica of the trophy Masters gold medal Gold locket Invitation to The Masters Champions Dinner Honourary membership to Augusta A locker in the Augusta Champions Locker Room Access to Champions-only range Lifetime invitation to The Masters 100 OWGR points and 750 FedEx Cup points $4.2million Five-year major exemption Five-year PGA Tour exemption A special Sunday tee time (With inputs from agencies)

What all you get after you win The Masters? Deets inside

"After Karun got out, their momentum broke," that&rsquo;s how Mumbai Indians (MI) spinner Karn Sharma described the moment things started to change in Mumbai&rsquo;s way against Delhi Capitals on Sunday (April 13) in IPL 2025.
DC were chasing 206 and were in a strong position at 113/1 after 10 overs, and it looked like they had the game in hand. Karun Nair was in sublime touch scoring 89 of 40 balls, but once he was bowled by Mitchell Santner, MI started to find a way back.
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Karn, who was playing his first match of the season, came in as the Impact Player. He leaked runs in his first over but returned with three important wickets of Abishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs, and KL Rahul in his next three. He ended with 3/36 in four overs and played a pivotal role in slowing Delhi down.
Karn said, &ldquo;At that time, the situation was like they were going 10-11 runs per over. So my role was just to take wickets in the middle overs, and the way they were batting, every wicket was important. Obviously, KL Rahul is a big name and he had finished the game for them in the last match. But all the wickets were important for us at that time. After Karun got out, their momentum broke. And after that, we got two-three wickets quickly. That changed the game.&rdquo;
Mumbai also used the new ball change rule in the second innings due to dew. After the 13th over, they replaced the ball, which helped Karn take quick wickets.
He explained, &ldquo;When you get the ball replaced, the new ball has an upright seam, so it gives you purchase from the wicket. That helped us.&rdquo;
Piyush Chawla, former India legspinner, praised Karn&rsquo;s performance. &ldquo;You have to give a lot of credit to Karn because it's not easy when you come to a team after six-seven [five] games and then all of a sudden you get a chance in this kind of situation where the other team is going berserk.&rdquo;
Karn Sharma's heroics helped MI win by 12 runs and eventually break DC's five-match winning streak.

Karn Sharma, playing his first match of IPL 2025, picked 3 crucial wickets of KL Rahul, Stubbs and Porel which dismantled DC's middle order in a 207-run chase. Sports Cricket

"After Karun got out, their momentum broke," that’s how Mumbai Indians (MI) spinner Karn Sharma described the moment things started to change in Mumbai’s way against Delhi Capitals on Sunday (April 13) in IPL 2025. DC were chasing 206 and were in a strong position at 113/1 after 10 overs, and it looked like they had the game in hand. Karun Nair was in sublime touch scoring 89 of 40 balls, but once he was bowled by Mitchell Santner, MI started to find a way back. Also Read - IPL 2025: Fire breaks out at luxury Hyderabad hotel hosting SRH players - Report Karn, who was playing his first match of the season, came in as the Impact Player. He leaked runs in his first over but returned with three important wickets of Abishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs, and KL Rahul in his next three. He ended with 3/36 in four overs and played a pivotal role in slowing Delhi down. Karn said, “At that time, the situation was like they were going 10-11 runs per over. So my role was just to take wickets in the middle overs, and the way they were batting, every wicket was important. Obviously, KL Rahul is a big name and he had finished the game for them in the last match. But all the wickets were important for us at that time. After Karun got out, their momentum broke. And after that, we got two-three wickets quickly. That changed the game.” Mumbai also used the new ball change rule in the second innings due to dew. After the 13th over, they replaced the ball, which helped Karn take quick wickets. He explained, “When you get the ball replaced, the new ball has an upright seam, so it gives you purchase from the wicket. That helped us.” Piyush Chawla, former India legspinner, praised Karn’s performance. “You have to give a lot of credit to Karn because it's not easy when you come to a team after six-seven [five] games and then all of a sudden you get a chance in this kind of situation where the other team is going berserk.” Karn Sharma's heroics helped MI win by 12 runs and eventually break DC's five-match winning streak.

IPL 2025 | 'That changed the game,' MI spinner Karn Sharma shares turning point during win vs DC

Karun Nair is back at being a run machine and this time it is in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Playing for Delhi Capitals in his first IPL match since 2022, he smashed 89 off 40 balls including 12 fours and five sixes.
Nair was picked up in the IPL on the back of his stellar performances in the domestic cricket, especially Vijay Hazare trophy where he smacked 779 runs in seven innings, averaging 389.5 with five centuries for Vidarbha.
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The IPL innings has been long in making for Nair who is now knocking on the door for a spot in the Indian cricket national team - specifically on the upcoming Test tour of England in June after the IPL 2025 get over.
<h2>Karun played three more Tests after scoring famous 303 not out</h2>
Karun, famously scored 303 not out in only his third Test, after being handed a debut in 2016 against England. He is only the second India batter to score a triple hundred in Tests after Virender Sehwag.
Despite popular belief, Nair was not dropped right after scoring his triple hundred but was selected to play against Australia in Feb-Mar next year. The batter, however, didn't play the first Test of the four-match series but was part of rest of the three games.
He replaced spinner Jayant Yadav to reinforce the batting after India lost the match in Pune by 333 runs. Nair, however, could not replicate his form in the next four innings he batted in and scored 26, 0, 23 and 5 before losing his place permanently.
As for IPL, he last played for Rajasthan Royals on May 3, 2022 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) but managed to score only 13 runs. In the previous two games of the season, he had scored only three runs and was subsequently dropped from the side.
Nair's form could not have come at a better time with Indian batters, especially Rohit Sharma, struggling in red-ball cricket as evident on the last tour of Australia in Dec-Jan 2024-25 where India lost the five-match Border Gavaskar Series 3-1.

Nair was not dropped after scoring his 303 not out in 2016 but was selected to play vs Australia in Feb-Mar in 2017. In IPL, he last played for RR on May 3, 2022 vs KKR before turning up for DC on Sunday (Apr 13). sports cricket

Karun Nair is back at being a run machine and this time it is in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Playing for Delhi Capitals in his first IPL match since 2022, he smashed 89 off 40 balls including 12 fours and five sixes. Nair was picked up in the IPL on the back of his stellar performances in the domestic cricket, especially Vijay Hazare trophy where he smacked 779 runs in seven innings, averaging 389.5 with five centuries for Vidarbha. Also Read - IPL 2025: Ayush Mhatre, all of 17, replaces Ruturaj Gaikwad at CSK. Know more about Mumbai opener The IPL innings has been long in making for Nair who is now knocking on the door for a spot in the Indian cricket national team - specifically on the upcoming Test tour of England in June after the IPL 2025 get over. Karun played three more Tests after scoring famous 303 not out Karun, famously scored 303 not out in only his third Test, after being handed a debut in 2016 against England. He is only the second India batter to score a triple hundred in Tests after Virender Sehwag. Despite popular belief, Nair was not dropped right after scoring his triple hundred but was selected to play against Australia in Feb-Mar next year. The batter, however, didn't play the first Test of the four-match series but was part of rest of the three games. He replaced spinner Jayant Yadav to reinforce the batting after India lost the match in Pune by 333 runs. Nair, however, could not replicate his form in the next four innings he batted in and scored 26, 0, 23 and 5 before losing his place permanently. As for IPL, he last played for Rajasthan Royals on May 3, 2022 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) but managed to score only 13 runs. In the previous two games of the season, he had scored only three runs and was subsequently dropped from the side. Nair's form could not have come at a better time with Indian batters, especially Rohit Sharma, struggling in red-ball cricket as evident on the last tour of Australia in Dec-Jan 2024-25 where India lost the five-match Border Gavaskar Series 3-1.

Karun Nair did play three more Tests after scoring 303 not out but was dropped after scoring...

In a shocking turn of events, a fire broke out in a luxury hotel in Hyderabad, India, where IPL franchise <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/sunrisers-hyderabad-srh" rel="dofollow">SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH)</a> players were putting up. The incident occurred at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, on Monday (Apr 14) morning. The latest report suggests there were no casualties, and all SRH players were evacuated on time and are safe.
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The fire broke out on the first floor while the SRH players were putting up on the sixth floor. Soon after the fire was reported, the hotel staff doused it, although there was chaos among the guests, who immediately fled the scene. The SRH Team also left the hotel amid the blaze, with everyone reported to be safe.&nbsp;
Much to the relief, there was no loss of life, but property damage was there. The fire brigade reached the location quickly, helping control its spread, while police arrived soon after, launching an investigation into this matter. &nbsp;
Considering hotel Park Hyatt has been a usual halt for the SunRisers Hyderabad Team over the years, a lapse in security could force them to move out to a different venue.&nbsp;
SRH plays their next <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a> game against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday (Apr 17).&nbsp;
<h2>SRH in IPL 2025&nbsp;</h2>
The SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) began IPL 2025 on a fiery note, smashing the second-highest team total (286-6) against Rajasthan Royals in their tournament opener, with the record for the highest IPL team score (287-3) belonging to them only. Though they won that match, SRH endured a horrid run afterwards, losing four games on the trot.&nbsp;
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Reeling at the bottom of the points table, SRH needed a wonder performance to pull themselves up, and it came against the high-flying Punjab Kings. In their previous home game against PBKS, SRH completed the second-highest successful run chase in the tournament, hunting 245 with nine balls and eight wickets to spare. &nbsp;
Chasing a humongous 246, SRH openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma began in fifth gear, stitching a 171-run stand for the first wicket inside 13 overs. Abhishek completed his maiden IPL hundred soon after, hitting 141, including ten fours and 14 sixes &ndash; the highest score by an Indian ever. &nbsp; Their win boosted their morale ahead of a marquee clash against Mumbai Indians, which are coming off a tight win against Delhi Capitals in their last match. &nbsp;
SRH and MI share four points each, with two wins in their respective contested matches thus far.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

The latest report suggests there were no casualties, and all SunRisers Hyderabad players were evacuated on time and are safe. Sports, Cricket

In a shocking turn of events, a fire broke out in a luxury hotel in Hyderabad, India, where IPL franchise SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH) players were putting up. The incident occurred at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, on Monday (Apr 14) morning. The latest report suggests there were no casualties, and all SRH players were evacuated on time and are safe. Fire at Park Hyatt Hyderabad Quickly Contained; No Casualties Reported A fire broke out on the first floor of the Park Hyatt Hotel in Banjara Hills on Monday morning, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The incident occurred around 8:50 AM, leading to the… pic.twitter.com/8NTO3nATFB — Sudhakar Udumula (@sudhakarudumula) April 14, 2025 The fire broke out on the first floor while the SRH players were putting up on the sixth floor. Soon after the fire was reported, the hotel staff doused it, although there was chaos among the guests, who immediately fled the scene. The SRH Team also left the hotel amid the blaze, with everyone reported to be safe. Much to the relief, there was no loss of life, but property damage was there. The fire brigade reached the location quickly, helping control its spread, while police arrived soon after, launching an investigation into this matter. Considering hotel Park Hyatt has been a usual halt for the SunRisers Hyderabad Team over the years, a lapse in security could force them to move out to a different venue. SRH plays their next IPL 2025 game against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday (Apr 17). SRH in IPL 2025 The SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) began IPL 2025 on a fiery note, smashing the second-highest team total (286-6) against Rajasthan Royals in their tournament opener, with the record for the highest IPL team score (287-3) belonging to them only. Though they won that match, SRH endured a horrid run afterwards, losing four games on the trot. Also read | PSL 2025 - 'Hairdryer' prize for Karachi Kings POM James Vince. Netizens ask: Lunchbox or mixer next? Reeling at the bottom of the points table, SRH needed a wonder performance to pull themselves up, and it came against the high-flying Punjab Kings. In their previous home game against PBKS, SRH completed the second-highest successful run chase in the tournament, hunting 245 with nine balls and eight wickets to spare. Chasing a humongous 246, SRH openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma began in fifth gear, stitching a 171-run stand for the first wicket inside 13 overs. Abhishek completed his maiden IPL hundred soon after, hitting 141, including ten fours and 14 sixes – the highest score by an Indian ever. Their win boosted their morale ahead of a marquee clash against Mumbai Indians, which are coming off a tight win against Delhi Capitals in their last match. SRH and MI share four points each, with two wins in their respective contested matches thus far. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Fire breaks out at luxury Hyderabad hotel hosting SRH players - Report

Cricketers are not new to receiving strange items or prizes as rewards for their star performances over the years, with the latest instance during the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/psl" rel="dofollow">PSL 2025</a> making headlines. Following game three of this season between Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans, which Karachi won by four wickets, chasing 235 inside the 20th over, the franchise awarded the Player of the Match James Vince with a hairdryer, something the team faced a lot of flak for on their social media handles.
Contested at the National Stadium in Karachi, the hosts won the toss and elected to bowl first. Multan Sultan lost two wickets inside the first ten overs, but captain Mohammad Rizwan&rsquo;s unbeaten 105 &ndash; the first centurion of this edition, propelled them to a massive 234 for five in 20 overs. Considering the flatness of the track at the Karachi Stadium, the total was always within the reach of the home side.
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Karachi Kings lost four wickets inside seven overs, but that was where they began doing wonders. James Vince, an England domestic great, took it upon himself to bail the team out, and he did exactly that.&nbsp;
Alongside Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah, Vince added 142 runs for the fifth wicket, putting the hosts closer to a massive win. Though they lost two more wickets later, Karachi completed the chase on the second ball of the last over, creating a record.
The dugout was jubilant, and so was the dressing room morale.
<h2>Wait, What?!</h2>
Meanwhile, Karachi Kings uploaded a video on its social media handles, where the team coach was seen presenting the Player of the Match Vince with a hairdryer as a reward, with netizens wondering what&rsquo;s next for them, a mixer or a lunchbox.&nbsp;
Here are some of the funny replies to that post -&nbsp;
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James Vince is the Dawlance Reliable Player of the Match for his game-changing performance against the Multan Sultans! 💙❤️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/YehHaiKarachi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#YehHaiKarachi</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KingsSquad?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KingsSquad</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KarachiKings?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KarachiKings</a> <a href="https://t.co/PH2U9FQl5a">pic.twitter.com/PH2U9FQl5a</a>
&mdash; Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) <a href="https://twitter.com/KarachiKingsARY/status/1911311882448748614?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Next game give Roti Maker ☺️
&mdash; Dr Khushboo 🇮🇳 (@khushbookadri) <a href="https://twitter.com/khushbookadri/status/1911389350438552048?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Use it to dry the pitch in case of rain. Good choice.👍
&mdash; Tushar Gupta (@Tushar15_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Tushar15_/status/1911606048856691125?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 14, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Next time Give Roti Maker <a href="https://t.co/2ChxHoHZ3x">pic.twitter.com/2ChxHoHZ3x</a>
&mdash; Lakhan Sharma (@Lakhan_Sharma_7) <a href="https://twitter.com/Lakhan_Sharma_7/status/1911377656190247396?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Milton ka Lunch de dena water bottle ke saath next time
&mdash; SAHIL NAGPAL (@Pavilionpulse) <a href="https://twitter.com/Pavilionpulse/status/1911400253292503456?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Absolute joke. Are you guys promoting PSL or insulting Pakistan.
&mdash; imran (@imran050219) <a href="https://twitter.com/imran050219/status/1911630515787989173?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 14, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Are they really giving out hair dryers? 🤣
&mdash; Imran Raz (@Imran_Razaq) <a href="https://twitter.com/Imran_Razaq/status/1911450886750040371?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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An all-timer of a Player of the Match award over in the PSL <a href="https://t.co/TJSUzTk2xX">https://t.co/TJSUzTk2xX</a>
&mdash; Ben Gardner (@Ben_Wisden) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ben_Wisden/status/1911385629042029039?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, Lahore Qalanders lead the points table thus far, winning one and losing one in two contested matches.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Karachi Kings pulled off a brilliant run chase against Multan Sultan in PSL 2025, with James Vince scoring a magnificent 101 in the second innings. Sports, Cricket

Cricketers are not new to receiving strange items or prizes as rewards for their star performances over the years, with the latest instance during the ongoing PSL 2025 making headlines. Following game three of this season between Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans, which Karachi won by four wickets, chasing 235 inside the 20th over, the franchise awarded the Player of the Match James Vince with a hairdryer, something the team faced a lot of flak for on their social media handles. Contested at the National Stadium in Karachi, the hosts won the toss and elected to bowl first. Multan Sultan lost two wickets inside the first ten overs, but captain Mohammad Rizwan’s unbeaten 105 – the first centurion of this edition, propelled them to a massive 234 for five in 20 overs. Considering the flatness of the track at the Karachi Stadium, the total was always within the reach of the home side. Also read | IPL 2025: Ayush Mhatre, all of 17, replaces Ruturaj Gaikwad at CSK. Know more about Mumbai opener Karachi Kings lost four wickets inside seven overs, but that was where they began doing wonders. James Vince, an England domestic great, took it upon himself to bail the team out, and he did exactly that. Alongside Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah, Vince added 142 runs for the fifth wicket, putting the hosts closer to a massive win. Though they lost two more wickets later, Karachi completed the chase on the second ball of the last over, creating a record. The dugout was jubilant, and so was the dressing room morale. Wait, What?! Meanwhile, Karachi Kings uploaded a video on its social media handles, where the team coach was seen presenting the Player of the Match Vince with a hairdryer as a reward, with netizens wondering what’s next for them, a mixer or a lunchbox. Here are some of the funny replies to that post - James Vince is the Dawlance Reliable Player of the Match for his game-changing performance against the Multan Sultans! 💙❤️#YehHaiKarachi | #KingsSquad | #KarachiKings pic.twitter.com/PH2U9FQl5a — Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) April 13, 2025 Next game give Roti Maker ☺️ — Dr Khushboo 🇮🇳 (@khushbookadri) April 13, 2025 Use it to dry the pitch in case of rain. Good choice.👍 — Tushar Gupta (@Tushar15_) April 14, 2025 Next time Give Roti Maker pic.twitter.com/2ChxHoHZ3x — Lakhan Sharma (@Lakhan_Sharma_7) April 13, 2025 Milton ka Lunch de dena water bottle ke saath next time — SAHIL NAGPAL (@Pavilionpulse) April 13, 2025 Absolute joke. Are you guys promoting PSL or insulting Pakistan. — imran (@imran050219) April 14, 2025 Are they really giving out hair dryers? 🤣 — Imran Raz (@Imran_Razaq) April 13, 2025 An all-timer of a Player of the Match award over in the PSL https://t.co/TJSUzTk2xX — Ben Gardner (@Ben_Wisden) April 13, 2025 Meanwhile, Lahore Qalanders lead the points table thus far, winning one and losing one in two contested matches. (With inputs from agencies)

PSL 2025 - 'Hairdryer' prize for Karachi Kings POM James Vince. Netizens ask: Lunchbox or mixer next?

In a heartwarming initiative during the Pakistan Super League, the Multan Sultans have pledged donations to Palestinian charities. In their first match alone, they raised $5,340, committing $356 for every six and wicket. Proceeds will go to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.

Multan Sultans raise $5,340 for Palestine in first PSL match initiative

Three-time F1 world champion Sir Jackie Stewart will auction a unique helmet signed by 20 Formula 1 champions to support the Race Against Dementia charity. Stewart will wear the helmet while driving his iconic 1973 Tyrrell during an exhibition lap at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

F1 legend Jackie Stewart to auction helmet signed by 20 champions for charity

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In India, the changing of seasons heralds the rise and fall of various pet trends. As the newest addition to the roster, Indian fantasy sports are rapidly evolving with the integration of technology and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/data-analytics" rel="dofollow">data analytics</a>, transforming them from mere tools of intuition and fandom to something akin to the deep learning AIs of today.
&ldquo;Today&rsquo;s fantasy sports are no different than estimating the stock market using complex algorithms. Everything is a skill these days, and the one who optimises the data best becomes the winner,&rdquo; said FIFS&rsquo; (Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports) Director General Mr. Joy Bhattacharjya on the growing complexity of the sport in an exclusive interview to WION.&nbsp;
The mounting reliance on technology gained legitimacy at the Big Data Gameathon, an initiative spearheaded by Dream11 and FIFS. No longer did participants rely on basic stats, but rather built models that encompassed not only the players&rsquo; stats but also the pitch and weather conditions, and their performance against certain types of bowlers - to the minutiae of how a batsman plays against leg spinners on turning tracks.
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The point was made quite clear, saying AI is making advanced prediction models accessible to everyone, with or without coding skills. As one expert put it, &ldquo;Today, for someone who hasn&rsquo;t coded in decades, AI allows them to pose intelligent questions and receive valuable insight. That is transformative.&rdquo;
The purpose of the collaboration between FIFS and the ministry of information and broadcasting (MIB) is to harness the potential within sport to inspire innovations while taking care of a new breed of sports-tech entrepreneurs. Their method is straightforward, though very impactful: Take India&rsquo;s obsession with cricket, integrate high-level <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/artificial-intelligence">Artificial Intelligence</a> challenges, and prize the top achievers.
Under a month, the Gameathon has scaled from 150 teams to over 650, demonstrating the massive interest this interdisciplinary approach of sports and technology has. Their partnership with the MIB further credibility and reach to ensure this momentum sustains for a long-term ecosystem.
&ldquo;What we&rsquo;re doing is combining a passion for sports with a passion for technology, which is a force we can&rsquo;t stop,&rdquo; Joy said. "Students are developing models for their favorite games and competing at levels where they are recognised not just for monetary prizes, but for notoriety. That&rsquo;s the real motivator.&rdquo;
<h2>'Focus is on India'</h2>
While cricket has captured the imagination of the nation first due to its cultural influence, the goals are far more expansive. There are already plans to apply the same principles to the ISL and I-league. The aim is to use Indian sports to further AI literacy and innovation in technologies.
&ldquo;I don&rsquo;t see any reason why this could not be applied to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/premier-league">Premier League</a> games or any other sport around the world. But right now, the focus is on India,&rdquo; he added.
Perhaps the most exhilarating feature of AI in sports technology comes in the field of talent identification. India's enormous area coupled with its huge population means that myriad athletes with exceptional talent go unrecognised due to the lack of accessibility and infrastructure. AI-driven sports tech can make that possible.
&ldquo;Consider how the internet transformed education in remote areas of India&mdash;AI has the power to do the same for sports,&rdquo; Joy said fervently. &ldquo;We're thinking about the equalisation of access to coaching, scouting, and player development. Every athlete in the global hinterlands would be able to be viewed, analysed, and provided with a systematic approach to achieving their goals.&rdquo;
With the advancement of Artificial Intelligence technologies, and with the development of more complex fantasy strategy disciplines, the question of whether AI is capable of substituting human spontaneity becomes a matter of debate. Although for now, it remains up to people&mdash;their imagination, the zeal to create, and technology.
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Sports: Indian fantasy sports are rapidly evolving, transforming them from mere tools of intuition and fandom to something akin to the deep learning AIs of today

In India, the changing of seasons heralds the rise and fall of various pet trends. As the newest addition to the roster, Indian fantasy sports are rapidly evolving with the integration of technology and data analytics, transforming them from mere tools of intuition and fandom to something akin to the deep learning AIs of today. “Today’s fantasy sports are no different than estimating the stock market using complex algorithms. Everything is a skill these days, and the one who optimises the data best becomes the winner,” said FIFS’ (Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports) Director General Mr. Joy Bhattacharjya on the growing complexity of the sport in an exclusive interview to WION. The mounting reliance on technology gained legitimacy at the Big Data Gameathon, an initiative spearheaded by Dream11 and FIFS. No longer did participants rely on basic stats, but rather built models that encompassed not only the players’ stats but also the pitch and weather conditions, and their performance against certain types of bowlers - to the minutiae of how a batsman plays against leg spinners on turning tracks. Also Read: IPL 2025 | SRH vs PBKS Today Match - Prediction, Toss, Pitch Report and Playing XI The point was made quite clear, saying AI is making advanced prediction models accessible to everyone, with or without coding skills. As one expert put it, “Today, for someone who hasn’t coded in decades, AI allows them to pose intelligent questions and receive valuable insight. That is transformative.” The purpose of the collaboration between FIFS and the ministry of information and broadcasting (MIB) is to harness the potential within sport to inspire innovations while taking care of a new breed of sports-tech entrepreneurs. Their method is straightforward, though very impactful: Take India’s obsession with cricket, integrate high-level Artificial Intelligence challenges, and prize the top achievers. Under a month, the Gameathon has scaled from 150 teams to over 650, demonstrating the massive interest this interdisciplinary approach of sports and technology has. Their partnership with the MIB further credibility and reach to ensure this momentum sustains for a long-term ecosystem. “What we’re doing is combining a passion for sports with a passion for technology, which is a force we can’t stop,” Joy said. "Students are developing models for their favorite games and competing at levels where they are recognised not just for monetary prizes, but for notoriety. That’s the real motivator.” 'Focus is on India' While cricket has captured the imagination of the nation first due to its cultural influence, the goals are far more expansive. There are already plans to apply the same principles to the ISL and I-league. The aim is to use Indian sports to further AI literacy and innovation in technologies. “I don’t see any reason why this could not be applied to Premier League games or any other sport around the world. But right now, the focus is on India,” he added. Perhaps the most exhilarating feature of AI in sports technology comes in the field of talent identification. India's enormous area coupled with its huge population means that myriad athletes with exceptional talent go unrecognised due to the lack of accessibility and infrastructure. AI-driven sports tech can make that possible. “Consider how the internet transformed education in remote areas of India—AI has the power to do the same for sports,” Joy said fervently. “We're thinking about the equalisation of access to coaching, scouting, and player development. Every athlete in the global hinterlands would be able to be viewed, analysed, and provided with a systematic approach to achieving their goals.” With the advancement of Artificial Intelligence technologies, and with the development of more complex fantasy strategy disciplines, the question of whether AI is capable of substituting human spontaneity becomes a matter of debate. Although for now, it remains up to people—their imagination, the zeal to create, and technology.

Exclusive | How artificial intelligence and data analytics are transforming fantasy sports

Defending champion <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/scottie-scheffler" rel="dofollow">Scottie Scheffler</a> said it wasn't just the wind swirling around Augusta National that made the going tough on Friday afternoon.
"It contributed a little bit," the world number one said after firing a one-under par 71 that left him three strokes behind leader Justin Rose going into Saturday's third round.
"I definitely could have been a bit sharper on the back nine," Scheffler said. "Just a few too many mistakes.&nbsp;"But overall I did enough to stay in the tournament. Three shots back going into the weekend, it was very challenging out there on the back nine, so I took advantage of my opportunities, and hopefully I'll clean up the card a little bit tomorrow."
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Scheffler's biggest break on a rollercoaster day came at the par-three 12th, where his tee shot flew beyond the green and disappeared into the azalea bushes only to roll down the slope into the clear, allowing him to chip in for a birdie.
<h2>'Didn't hit as many faiways'</h2>
"I was fortunate to see the ball come out of the bushes there and was able to take advantage of the break," he said.&nbsp;But it was a mixed bag on the back nine, where he made four of his five bogeys balancing three birdies on each side.
"I had a couple three-putts. I didn't hit as many fairways. I got myself in trouble off the tee on 18," said Scheffler.&nbsp;"It's extremely challenging when you get greens this fast and you get that much wind, especially when it's gusty," he said.
"I did a good job of making some key up-and-downs, and I had the chip-in on 12, good up-and-down for par on 13, took advantage of a look there on 14.&nbsp;"Overall I felt like I did some good things out there to stay in the tournament."
Scheffler, who also won the&nbsp;Masters&nbsp;in 2022, is trying to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tiger-woods">Tiger Woods</a> as the only players to win back-to-back <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/the-masters">The Masters</a>&nbsp;titles.
He won a total of nine titles, including Paris Olympics gold, in a stunning 2024 campaign.&nbsp;But he has yet to win in a 2025 season that got off to a late start after he injured his hand in a Christmas Day cooking accident.
Disclaimer:&nbsp;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 the WION audience.

Sports: Scheffler, who also won the Masters in 2022, is trying to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods as the only players to win back-to-back Masters titles

Defending champion Scottie Scheffler said it wasn't just the wind swirling around Augusta National that made the going tough on Friday afternoon. "It contributed a little bit," the world number one said after firing a one-under par 71 that left him three strokes behind leader Justin Rose going into Saturday's third round. "I definitely could have been a bit sharper on the back nine," Scheffler said. "Just a few too many mistakes. "But overall I did enough to stay in the tournament. Three shots back going into the weekend, it was very challenging out there on the back nine, so I took advantage of my opportunities, and hopefully I'll clean up the card a little bit tomorrow." Also Read: F1: McLaren dominates second practice at Bahrain Grand Prix but Max Verstappen struggles Scheffler's biggest break on a rollercoaster day came at the par-three 12th, where his tee shot flew beyond the green and disappeared into the azalea bushes only to roll down the slope into the clear, allowing him to chip in for a birdie. 'Didn't hit as many faiways' "I was fortunate to see the ball come out of the bushes there and was able to take advantage of the break," he said. But it was a mixed bag on the back nine, where he made four of his five bogeys balancing three birdies on each side. "I had a couple three-putts. I didn't hit as many fairways. I got myself in trouble off the tee on 18," said Scheffler. "It's extremely challenging when you get greens this fast and you get that much wind, especially when it's gusty," he said. "I did a good job of making some key up-and-downs, and I had the chip-in on 12, good up-and-down for par on 13, took advantage of a look there on 14. "Overall I felt like I did some good things out there to stay in the tournament." Scheffler, who also won the Masters in 2022, is trying to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods as the only players to win back-to-back The Masters titles. He won a total of nine titles, including Paris Olympics gold, in a stunning 2024 campaign. But he has yet to win in a 2025 season that got off to a late start after he injured his hand in a Christmas Day cooking accident. 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 the WION audience.

The Masters 2025: Defending champion Scottie Scheffler three back after tough day at Augusta

Liverpool star forward Mohamed Salah has penned a new two-year deal with the club as he continues his association with the Merseyside club as announced on Friday (April 11). Salah, whose current deal was supposed to expire would have been a free agent in July, but he will now continue to don the red kit of Liverpool for at least the next two years. Salah&rsquo;s new deal will see him stay at the club until 2027, meaning he will complete 10 years at the club.
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Salah pens new deal at Liverpool<o:p></o:p></h2>
"Of course I'm very excited - we have a great team now," said Salah.<o:p></o:p>
"Before we also had a great team. But I signed because I think we have a chance to win other trophies and enjoy my football.<o:p></o:p>
"I have played eight years here, hopefully it's going to be 10. I'm enjoying my life here, enjoying my football. I have had the best years of my career here."<o:p></o:p>
Having moved from AS Roma in 2017, Salah became a quick hit at the club as he helped the Reds win their first league title in 30 years in 2020. He also played a huge role in Liverpool&rsquo;s Champions League triumph in 2019, scoring in the final against Tottenham in Madrid.<o:p></o:p>
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He would then help Liverpool win the 2022 FA Cup and the League Cup adding trophies to his cabinet. On personal terms he won the Premier League Golden Boot on multiple occasions while also pocketing the PFA Premier League Player of the Season Award in the 2017-18 season, breaking the record for most goals scored in a season.<o:p></o:p>
At the time of writing, Salah has 243 goals and 109 assists in 393 appearances for the Reds and is on the verge of winning his second Premier League title. Arne Slot&rsquo;s side is 11 points clear at the top and need a maximum of 11 points to win the Premier League title.<o:p></o:p>

Sports, Football: Mohamed Salah has penned a new two-year deal with Liverpool as he continues his association with the Merseyside club as announced on Friday (April 11).

Liverpool star forward Mohamed Salah has penned a new two-year deal with the club as he continues his association with the Merseyside club as announced on Friday (April 11). Salah, whose current deal was supposed to expire would have been a free agent in July, but he will now continue to don the red kit of Liverpool for at least the next two years. Salah’s new deal will see him stay at the club until 2027, meaning he will complete 10 years at the club. Salah pens new deal at Liverpool "Of course I'm very excited - we have a great team now," said Salah. "Before we also had a great team. But I signed because I think we have a chance to win other trophies and enjoy my football. "I have played eight years here, hopefully it's going to be 10. I'm enjoying my life here, enjoying my football. I have had the best years of my career here." Having moved from AS Roma in 2017, Salah became a quick hit at the club as he helped the Reds win their first league title in 30 years in 2020. He also played a huge role in Liverpool’s Champions League triumph in 2019, scoring in the final against Tottenham in Madrid. ALSO READ | 'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details He would then help Liverpool win the 2022 FA Cup and the League Cup adding trophies to his cabinet. On personal terms he won the Premier League Golden Boot on multiple occasions while also pocketing the PFA Premier League Player of the Season Award in the 2017-18 season, breaking the record for most goals scored in a season. At the time of writing, Salah has 243 goals and 109 assists in 393 appearances for the Reds and is on the verge of winning his second Premier League title. Arne Slot’s side is 11 points clear at the top and need a maximum of 11 points to win the Premier League title.

Mohamed Salah inks new two-year Liverpool deal despite Saudi Pro League interest

Justin Rose, leading after round one of the Masters for the fifth time, isn't surprised that statistically Augusta National favors front-runners -- even though he has yet to claim a green jacket.
The last five Masters champions have all been in the top three after one round.
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And in the past 20 editions, only one player has come from outside the top 10 after one round to win, Tiger Woods charging from 33rd place to win in 2005 and rallying from 11th through 18 holes to win in 2019.
"It makes sense, because it's the kind of golf course that needs a ton of respect," Rose said. "So when you are playing with the lead or around the lead, you're afforded the luxury of patience and respecting holes and respecting pins and things like that.
"When you're in chase mode, you end up possibly making one or two silly bogeys by trying to play catch-up, and obviously that ultimately hampers the catch-up."
World number one Scottie Scheffler, who was tied for third after one round last year on the way to his second Masters title, said he didn't pay much attention to that kind of stat, which in any case he didn't think was unique to Augusta.
"I think anytime you get close to the lead, it's going to be easier for you to win the golf tournament. That's a simple fact of the matter," Scheffler said after seizing a share of second place on four-under par 68 alongside Ludvig Aberg and Corey Conners.
"I'm a bit surprised that it's like that, but I wouldn't say that it can't be done."
Certainly Rose knows better than most that a lead on Thursday is no guarantee come Sunday.
He led or shared the lead after 18 holes in 2004, 2007 and 2008 and again in 2021. He has also led or shared the lead after 36 holes, 54 holes and even after 72 -- when he lost to Sergio Garcia in a playoff for his second Masters runner-up finish.
Jon Rahm, the 2023 champion from Spain, was bullish on his chances of bouncing back after a first-round 75 left him 10 off the pace.
"If I can get off to a good start, post a round in the 60s tomorrow, then the weekend could be a new story," he insisted.
Disclaimer:&nbsp;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 the WION audience.

World number one Scottie Scheffler, who was tied for third after one round last year on the way to his second Masters title, said he didn't pay much attention to that.

Justin Rose, leading after round one of the Masters for the fifth time, isn't surprised that statistically Augusta National favors front-runners -- even though he has yet to claim a green jacket. The last five Masters champions have all been in the top three after one round. Also Read - More women than men in LA28 Olympics; veteran boxer Mary Kom welcomes ‘momentous decision’ And in the past 20 editions, only one player has come from outside the top 10 after one round to win, Tiger Woods charging from 33rd place to win in 2005 and rallying from 11th through 18 holes to win in 2019. "It makes sense, because it's the kind of golf course that needs a ton of respect," Rose said. "So when you are playing with the lead or around the lead, you're afforded the luxury of patience and respecting holes and respecting pins and things like that. "When you're in chase mode, you end up possibly making one or two silly bogeys by trying to play catch-up, and obviously that ultimately hampers the catch-up." World number one Scottie Scheffler, who was tied for third after one round last year on the way to his second Masters title, said he didn't pay much attention to that kind of stat, which in any case he didn't think was unique to Augusta. "I think anytime you get close to the lead, it's going to be easier for you to win the golf tournament. That's a simple fact of the matter," Scheffler said after seizing a share of second place on four-under par 68 alongside Ludvig Aberg and Corey Conners. "I'm a bit surprised that it's like that, but I wouldn't say that it can't be done." Certainly Rose knows better than most that a lead on Thursday is no guarantee come Sunday. He led or shared the lead after 18 holes in 2004, 2007 and 2008 and again in 2021. He has also led or shared the lead after 36 holes, 54 holes and even after 72 -- when he lost to Sergio Garcia in a playoff for his second Masters runner-up finish. Jon Rahm, the 2023 champion from Spain, was bullish on his chances of bouncing back after a first-round 75 left him 10 off the pace. "If I can get off to a good start, post a round in the 60s tomorrow, then the weekend could be a new story," he insisted. 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 the WION audience.

Augusta Masters: British Justin Rose leads after first round

For the first time in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/olympic-games" rel="dofollow">Olympic Games</a> history, the number and percentage of women participants will overtake their counterparts at the 2028 LA Olympics, with the former Olympic medalist and boxing veteran <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mary-kom" rel="dofollow">Mary Kom</a> welcoming this momentous move with both hands. Following years of constant rise in their participation numbers, the number of women participants across all disciplines will be more than men in LA.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to shrink the number of teams in the men&rsquo;s football competition from 16 to 12; on the other hand, they expanded the women&rsquo;s tournament by four teams, enlarging the number from 12 to 16. Besides, the addition of two teams in women&rsquo;s water polo and an extra in the weight category in women&rsquo;s boxing, making it 12 and seven, respectively, will see more women's spots (5655) than men&rsquo;s (5543) across all 36 disciplines.
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&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a momentous decision, one that will encourage a lot of women to get into sports. The current generation will get opportunities we didn&rsquo;t get. I wish I was competing right now just so that I didn&rsquo;t have to wait for so long to compete at the Olympics,&rdquo; India&rsquo;s Mary Kom, who won the bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics, said in a chat with the Indian Express.
Having won five World Championship medals from 2002 to 2010, Mary had to wait till 2012 to participate in her first-ever Olympic Games, as until then, women&rsquo;s boxing wasn&rsquo;t part of the Olympic programme. However, despite their inclusion, there were only three categories for women as opposed to ten for men.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, history was created twelve years later at the 2024 Paris Games, which saw an equal number of events for both genders for the first time. While it was 50-50 at the Paris Games, the percentage of women&rsquo;s participants at the LA Games will be 50.5%.&nbsp;
Concerning India, they had 45 women participants among the contingent of 110, and the number might increase at the next Games should women&rsquo;s hockey and cricket teams qualify.
<h2>&lsquo;It&rsquo;s all merit-based&rsquo;</h2>
Addressing all talks around the grounds on which this decision was made, the IOC&rsquo;s sports director Kit McConnell said, &lsquo;every single one of those decisions was merit-based.&rsquo;&nbsp;
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&ldquo;All of these decisions are supported by numbers. The ticket demand &mdash; the incredible success of Paris across all venues, including every single session focused on women's sports. We have seen the broadcast numbers of women&rsquo;s sports being absolutely equal if not even stronger, and we&rsquo;ve seen the media coverage increase exponentially. All reflective of participation and popularity,&rdquo; McConnell said, as quoted by the Indian Express.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We have seen the incredible growth of women&rsquo;s team sports around the world &mdash; women&rsquo;s football being a leader in that regard. For every single one of those quota places in the Olympic Games, there&rsquo;s a number of countries that are investing in women&rsquo;s sports to chase that qualification. So when we add two teams in water polo, it&rsquo;s not just further investments in two countries&hellip; four women&rsquo;s football teams, that&rsquo;s not just another four countries that are chasing those places,&rdquo; McConnell continued.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Olympics: Following years of constant rise in their participation numbers, the number of women participants across all disciplines will be more than men in LA.

For the first time in Olympic Games history, the number and percentage of women participants will overtake their counterparts at the 2028 LA Olympics, with the former Olympic medalist and boxing veteran Mary Kom welcoming this momentous move with both hands. Following years of constant rise in their participation numbers, the number of women participants across all disciplines will be more than men in LA. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to shrink the number of teams in the men’s football competition from 16 to 12; on the other hand, they expanded the women’s tournament by four teams, enlarging the number from 12 to 16. Besides, the addition of two teams in women’s water polo and an extra in the weight category in women’s boxing, making it 12 and seven, respectively, will see more women's spots (5655) than men’s (5543) across all 36 disciplines. Also read | Compound archery to make Olympic debut at LA 2028 Olympic Games “It’s a momentous decision, one that will encourage a lot of women to get into sports. The current generation will get opportunities we didn’t get. I wish I was competing right now just so that I didn’t have to wait for so long to compete at the Olympics,” India’s Mary Kom, who won the bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics, said in a chat with the Indian Express. Having won five World Championship medals from 2002 to 2010, Mary had to wait till 2012 to participate in her first-ever Olympic Games, as until then, women’s boxing wasn’t part of the Olympic programme. However, despite their inclusion, there were only three categories for women as opposed to ten for men. Meanwhile, history was created twelve years later at the 2024 Paris Games, which saw an equal number of events for both genders for the first time. While it was 50-50 at the Paris Games, the percentage of women’s participants at the LA Games will be 50.5%. Concerning India, they had 45 women participants among the contingent of 110, and the number might increase at the next Games should women’s hockey and cricket teams qualify. ‘It’s all merit-based’ Addressing all talks around the grounds on which this decision was made, the IOC’s sports director Kit McConnell said, ‘every single one of those decisions was merit-based.’ Also read | LA28 Olympics: Cricket, to be played for first time since 1900, will be six-team event across men's and women's categories “All of these decisions are supported by numbers. The ticket demand — the incredible success of Paris across all venues, including every single session focused on women's sports. We have seen the broadcast numbers of women’s sports being absolutely equal if not even stronger, and we’ve seen the media coverage increase exponentially. All reflective of participation and popularity,” McConnell said, as quoted by the Indian Express. “We have seen the incredible growth of women’s team sports around the world — women’s football being a leader in that regard. For every single one of those quota places in the Olympic Games, there’s a number of countries that are investing in women’s sports to chase that qualification. So when we add two teams in water polo, it’s not just further investments in two countries… four women’s football teams, that’s not just another four countries that are chasing those places,” McConnell continued. (With inputs from agencies)

More women than men in LA28 Olympics; veteran boxer Mary Kom welcomes ‘momentous decision’

Carlos Alcaraz cruised into the Monte Carlo Masters quarter-finals for the first time on Thursday with a straight-set win over Daniel Altmaier, while British fifth seed Jack Draper was knocked out by Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Four-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz brushed aside 84th-ranked German Altmaier 6-3, 6-1 to set up a last-eight clash with rising French star Arthur Fils on Friday.<o:p></o:p>
"His (Fils') level is really high right now," said Alcaraz. "I saw a little bit from his match today, and he's playing great. I'm not gonna be scared -- that's for sure."<o:p></o:p>
Alcaraz took some time to find his rhythm as Altmaier broke him back to level at 3-3 in the first set, but it was one-way traffic from then on.<o:p></o:p>
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The second seed reeled off three straight games to take the first set before racing through the second in just over half an hour.<o:p></o:p>
"At the beginning of the match, we played really long and tough rallies, really close games," added Alcaraz. "I think we both played great tennis. At the end of the first set, I think I played such a great level."<o:p></o:p>
The 21-year-old, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, is the favourite to lift the title this weekend after early exits for top seed Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic.<o:p></o:p>
Alcaraz was beaten in his first match on his only previous appearance at the tournament in 2022.<o:p></o:p>
Fils eased into his third successive Masters quarter-final this season with an impressive 6-2, 6-3 thrashing of 2023 champion Andrey Rublev. The 20-year-old Fils is aiming to reach the semis of a Masters event for the first time, after losing in the last eight at both Indian Wells and the Miami Open this year.<o:p></o:p>
"If it's him, it's going to be the first time I'm going to play him," Fils said of meeting Alcaraz. "It's going to be a good experience. He's a big champion. He won four Grand Slams already. I didn't win a single one."
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Sports, Tennis: Alcaraz took some time to find his rhythm as Altmaier broke him back to level at 3-3 in the first set, but it was one-way traffic from then on.

Carlos Alcaraz cruised into the Monte Carlo Masters quarter-finals for the first time on Thursday with a straight-set win over Daniel Altmaier, while British fifth seed Jack Draper was knocked out by Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Four-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz brushed aside 84th-ranked German Altmaier 6-3, 6-1 to set up a last-eight clash with rising French star Arthur Fils on Friday. "His (Fils') level is really high right now," said Alcaraz. "I saw a little bit from his match today, and he's playing great. I'm not gonna be scared -- that's for sure." Alcaraz took some time to find his rhythm as Altmaier broke him back to level at 3-3 in the first set, but it was one-way traffic from then on. Also read | 'Stop Stalking'- Japanese badminton star's on-the-face message to Chinese fans The second seed reeled off three straight games to take the first set before racing through the second in just over half an hour. "At the beginning of the match, we played really long and tough rallies, really close games," added Alcaraz. "I think we both played great tennis. At the end of the first set, I think I played such a great level." The 21-year-old, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, is the favourite to lift the title this weekend after early exits for top seed Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic. Alcaraz was beaten in his first match on his only previous appearance at the tournament in 2022. Fils eased into his third successive Masters quarter-final this season with an impressive 6-2, 6-3 thrashing of 2023 champion Andrey Rublev. The 20-year-old Fils is aiming to reach the semis of a Masters event for the first time, after losing in the last eight at both Indian Wells and the Miami Open this year. "If it's him, it's going to be the first time I'm going to play him," Fils said of meeting Alcaraz. "It's going to be a good experience. He's a big champion. He won four Grand Slams already. I didn't win a single one." 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 the WION audience.

Tennis: Carlos Alcaraz creates history with maiden Monte Carlos Masters QF berth

Former Manchester United star Eric Cantona has accused co-owner Jim Ratcliffe and his lieutenants of destroying the Old Trafford club. British billionaire Ratcliffe has endured a turbulent spell since taking charge of United's football operations after buying a minority share in February 2024.<o:p></o:p>
The INEOS owner has sacked boss Erik ten Hag and replaced him with Ruben Amorim, with little improvement in a team languishing in 13th place in the Premier League.<o:p></o:p>
Ratcliffe, a boyhood United fan, has also raised ticket prices and made drastic cost-cuts, resulting in around 450 job losses, while launching a plan to build a new 100,000-capacity stadium.<o:p></o:p>
A United legend after helping the club end their long wait to win the English title in 1993, Cantona is not impressed with Ratcliffe's impact on his former team.<o:p></o:p>
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"Since Ratcliffe arrived, this team of directors try to destroy everything and they don't respect anybody," Cantona told reporters during an event at FC United, the non-league team started by fans in 2005 as a response to the controversial takeover by the Glazer family, who remain the majority shareholders. <o:p></o:p>
"They even want to change the stadium. The soul of the team and the club is not in the players. All the people around is like a big family. It's very important to respect these people like you respect your manager and teammates.<o:p></o:p>
"Since Ratcliffe arrived, it's the complete opposite. He doesn't want Sir Alex Ferguson as an ambassador any more. He is more than a legend, and I think we have to find this soul again."<o:p></o:p>
<h2>'Lost their soul'<o:p></o:p></h2>
Former France striker Cantona, who has signed up to become an FC United co-owner, spent five years at United after Alex Ferguson signed him from Leeds, winning four Premier League titles and two FA Cups. The 58-year-old believes leaving Old Trafford would be a big mistake because the soul of the club is tied to their home since 1910.<o:p></o:p>
"This team of directors they try to destroy everything. They don't respect anybody. They even want to change the stadium. The stadium is iconic," he said. "For me, Arsenal lost their soul when they left Highbury, and I'm sure a lot of fans miss Highbury. I don't think United can play in another stadium than Old Trafford."<o:p></o:p>
Cantona, who now works as an actor, revealed he offered to help Ratcliffe rebuild a club that hasn't won the Premier League since Alex Ferguson's final season in charge in 2013.<o:p></o:p>
"Until the end of October this year, I will shoot movies," he said. "But I said to them, 'I can put that aside and concentrate and help you to rebuild something'. And they don't care.<o:p></o:p>
"I feel sad to see United in this kind of situation. They decided something else. They have another strategy, another project.<o:p></o:p>
"I support United because I really love United, but now if I was a fan and I had to choose a club, I don't think I would choose United. Because I don't feel close to these kind of decisions.<o:p></o:p>
"I think maybe we are dreamers, and the owners are more like an economy and a strategy. I hate this kind of thing. I hate this kind of decision."
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Sports, Football: Ratcliffe has made drastic cost cuts, resulting in around 450 job losses, while launching a plan to build a new 100,000-capacity stadium.

Former Manchester United star Eric Cantona has accused co-owner Jim Ratcliffe and his lieutenants of destroying the Old Trafford club. British billionaire Ratcliffe has endured a turbulent spell since taking charge of United's football operations after buying a minority share in February 2024. The INEOS owner has sacked boss Erik ten Hag and replaced him with Ruben Amorim, with little improvement in a team languishing in 13th place in the Premier League. Ratcliffe, a boyhood United fan, has also raised ticket prices and made drastic cost-cuts, resulting in around 450 job losses, while launching a plan to build a new 100,000-capacity stadium. A United legend after helping the club end their long wait to win the English title in 1993, Cantona is not impressed with Ratcliffe's impact on his former team. Also read | Lyon vs Manchester United Live Streaming: How to Watch TV Channel Online App Free Streaming Option Date Time in India, US, Australia, UK? "Since Ratcliffe arrived, this team of directors try to destroy everything and they don't respect anybody," Cantona told reporters during an event at FC United, the non-league team started by fans in 2005 as a response to the controversial takeover by the Glazer family, who remain the majority shareholders. "They even want to change the stadium. The soul of the team and the club is not in the players. All the people around is like a big family. It's very important to respect these people like you respect your manager and teammates. "Since Ratcliffe arrived, it's the complete opposite. He doesn't want Sir Alex Ferguson as an ambassador any more. He is more than a legend, and I think we have to find this soul again." 'Lost their soul' Former France striker Cantona, who has signed up to become an FC United co-owner, spent five years at United after Alex Ferguson signed him from Leeds, winning four Premier League titles and two FA Cups. The 58-year-old believes leaving Old Trafford would be a big mistake because the soul of the club is tied to their home since 1910. "This team of directors they try to destroy everything. They don't respect anybody. They even want to change the stadium. The stadium is iconic," he said. "For me, Arsenal lost their soul when they left Highbury, and I'm sure a lot of fans miss Highbury. I don't think United can play in another stadium than Old Trafford." Cantona, who now works as an actor, revealed he offered to help Ratcliffe rebuild a club that hasn't won the Premier League since Alex Ferguson's final season in charge in 2013. "Until the end of October this year, I will shoot movies," he said. "But I said to them, 'I can put that aside and concentrate and help you to rebuild something'. And they don't care. "I feel sad to see United in this kind of situation. They decided something else. They have another strategy, another project. "I support United because I really love United, but now if I was a fan and I had to choose a club, I don't think I would choose United. Because I don't feel close to these kind of decisions. "I think maybe we are dreamers, and the owners are more like an economy and a strategy. I hate this kind of thing. I hate this kind of decision." 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 the WION audience.

Football legend Cantona accuses billionaire Ratcliffe of destroying Manchester United

Former France Rugby player Sebastien Chabal says he has 'no memories' for his international career. Chabal played 62 times for France from 2000 to 2011 as a back-row forward. He made the comments in an interview but did not mention the word 'concussion' which could be the underlying reason for his condition.
A concussion can be described as a traumatic brain injury (TBI) which causes temporary, and in some cases, prolonged loss of normal brain function.
"I don't remember a single second of a rugby match I played (as reprted by news agency AFP) ," Chabal <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAeVfC_P-XE">said in an interview</a> published on YouTube channel Legend on Wednesday (Apr 10) in French. "I don't remember a single one of the 62 Marseillaises (French national anthem) I experienced."
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"What would you do, my memory won't return," he added while mentioning that he doesn't even remember his daughter's birth.
The former Rugby player, however, accepted that he has not consulted a doctor for his condition.
In December 2023, nearly 300 former Rugby players including England World Cup-winners Steve Thompson, who has revealed that he's suffering from early on-set dementia, and Phil Vickery started a legal battle for their brain injuries.
The players said that World Rugby, &nbsp;the Welsh Rugby Union and the RFU failed to protect their health and safety.
Recently, 27-year-old Australian cricket player Will Pucovski also announced his retirement from the game after suffering more than 10 concussion during his career.
The batter last played any form of cricket in March 2024 when another hit by the ball on his head made him quit the match and doctor advised him to retire from the game altogether.
<h2>How does a concussion affect the brain?</h2>
The best way to explain how a concussion affects the human brain could be taken from a 2015 movie with the same name. Hollywood actor Will Smith played the role of Nigerian-American doctor Bennet Omalu who studied the link between effect of concussion resulting from repeated hits athletes took in NFL.
Omalu, Smith's character in the movie, took an apple and put it in a glass jar with filled half to 3/4th with water. He then held the jar horizontally to the ground and shook it at intervals. After some time, the hard apple became loose on the surface with its skin coming off and subsequently the pulp inside started coming out in pieces as well.
Omalu said in the scene: "Human brain is like the apple, in a liquid (called cerebrospinal fluid, water in this case)) and is not in direct contact with skull (glass jar)."
By shaking the glass jar, Omalu tried to replicate the hits athletes took in NFL while playing the high contact sport and just like the apple became loose and the pulp started coming off, brain gets injured with neurons getting damaged and blood starts coming out like in any other injury in body.
A concussion can affect the brain in many ways with headache being the most immediate symptom including drowsiness and feeling dizzy as well.&nbsp;
Repeated concussion can lead to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) which can affect individual behaviour, physical impairment and in some cases dementia as well.

Former France Rugby player Sebastien Chabal played 62 times for France from 2000 to 2011 as a back-row forward and says 'I don't remember a single one.' sports

Former France Rugby player Sebastien Chabal says he has 'no memories' for his international career. Chabal played 62 times for France from 2000 to 2011 as a back-row forward. He made the comments in an interview but did not mention the word 'concussion' which could be the underlying reason for his condition. A concussion can be described as a traumatic brain injury (TBI) which causes temporary, and in some cases, prolonged loss of normal brain function. "I don't remember a single second of a rugby match I played (as reprted by news agency AFP) ," Chabal said in an interview published on YouTube channel Legend on Wednesday (Apr 10) in French. "I don't remember a single one of the 62 Marseillaises (French national anthem) I experienced." Also Read: What actually is a concussion and how does it affect the brain "What would you do, my memory won't return," he added while mentioning that he doesn't even remember his daughter's birth. The former Rugby player, however, accepted that he has not consulted a doctor for his condition. In December 2023, nearly 300 former Rugby players including England World Cup-winners Steve Thompson, who has revealed that he's suffering from early on-set dementia, and Phil Vickery started a legal battle for their brain injuries. The players said that World Rugby, the Welsh Rugby Union and the RFU failed to protect their health and safety. Recently, 27-year-old Australian cricket player Will Pucovski also announced his retirement from the game after suffering more than 10 concussion during his career. The batter last played any form of cricket in March 2024 when another hit by the ball on his head made him quit the match and doctor advised him to retire from the game altogether. How does a concussion affect the brain? The best way to explain how a concussion affects the human brain could be taken from a 2015 movie with the same name. Hollywood actor Will Smith played the role of Nigerian-American doctor Bennet Omalu who studied the link between effect of concussion resulting from repeated hits athletes took in NFL. Omalu, Smith's character in the movie, took an apple and put it in a glass jar with filled half to 3/4th with water. He then held the jar horizontally to the ground and shook it at intervals. After some time, the hard apple became loose on the surface with its skin coming off and subsequently the pulp inside started coming out in pieces as well. Omalu said in the scene: "Human brain is like the apple, in a liquid (called cerebrospinal fluid, water in this case)) and is not in direct contact with skull (glass jar)." By shaking the glass jar, Omalu tried to replicate the hits athletes took in NFL while playing the high contact sport and just like the apple became loose and the pulp started coming off, brain gets injured with neurons getting damaged and blood starts coming out like in any other injury in body. A concussion can affect the brain in many ways with headache being the most immediate symptom including drowsiness and feeling dizzy as well. Repeated concussion can lead to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) which can affect individual behaviour, physical impairment and in some cases dementia as well.

Former France Rugby player Chabal claims he doesn't remember 'birth of his daughter' but refrains from using the word CONCUSSION

Japanese badminton star Chiharu Shida has told Chinese fans to "stop stalking" her and said she was "very scared" by the unwanted attention.
Shida, who won women's doubles bronze at the Paris Olympics, has a strong following in China partly because of her engagement with the local culture.
The 27-year-old, currently competing at the Asia Championships in the eastern Chinese city of Ningbo, has been dubbed "Badminton Goddess" by fans and media.
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She hit out at some supporters on Tuesday, accusing them in an Instagram post of taking their fandom too far.
"Every time we compete in China we always experience the harm of stalkers," Shida wrote in Chinese.
"It has already gone on for a year and a half, and recently I have felt very uncomfortable and very scared," she said.
"From now on, please immediately stop stalking me... but if the situation continues, I will think of a way to handle it."
Shida added that "not all fans are like this" and thanked the majority for their support.
She and doubles partner Nami Matsuyama are ranked third in the world and beat compatriots Mizuki Otake and Miyu Takahashi in Ningbo on Wednesday.
China's government has tried to curb extreme fandom in recent years after sports stars and other celebrities experienced stalking and other abuse from particularly fervent followers.
Beijing's cyber watchdog recently closed nearly 4,000 online accounts and scrubbed 1.6 million posts from the country's highly controlled Internet platforms to "create a good public opinion environment for athletes", state broadcaster CCTV reported this week.
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Sports, Badminton: Shida, who won women's doubles bronze at the Paris Olympics, has a strong following in China partly because of her engagement with the local culture.

Japanese badminton star Chiharu Shida has told Chinese fans to "stop stalking" her and said she was "very scared" by the unwanted attention. Shida, who won women's doubles bronze at the Paris Olympics, has a strong following in China partly because of her engagement with the local culture. The 27-year-old, currently competing at the Asia Championships in the eastern Chinese city of Ningbo, has been dubbed "Badminton Goddess" by fans and media. Also read | Compound archery to make Olympic debut at LA 2028 Olympic Games She hit out at some supporters on Tuesday, accusing them in an Instagram post of taking their fandom too far. "Every time we compete in China we always experience the harm of stalkers," Shida wrote in Chinese. "It has already gone on for a year and a half, and recently I have felt very uncomfortable and very scared," she said. "From now on, please immediately stop stalking me... but if the situation continues, I will think of a way to handle it." Shida added that "not all fans are like this" and thanked the majority for their support. She and doubles partner Nami Matsuyama are ranked third in the world and beat compatriots Mizuki Otake and Miyu Takahashi in Ningbo on Wednesday. China's government has tried to curb extreme fandom in recent years after sports stars and other celebrities experienced stalking and other abuse from particularly fervent followers. Beijing's cyber watchdog recently closed nearly 4,000 online accounts and scrubbed 1.6 million posts from the country's highly controlled Internet platforms to "create a good public opinion environment for athletes", state broadcaster CCTV reported this week. 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.

'Stop Stalking'- Japanese badminton star's on-the-face message to Chinese fans

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