IPL 2021's match 32 will see Rajasthan Royals (RR) lock horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Tuesday evening (September 21). Both sides have been involved in some thrilling encounters in the past and the same is expected when the two unpredictable teams meet for the second time in the season and first in the UAE leg.

Talking about the last time both sides met, in Mumbai, it was a high-voltage contest. Riding on KL Rahul's 91 and Deepak Hooda's whirlwind 64, off 28 balls, PBKS posted 221-6. It seemed that Rahul &amp; Co. were set to lose, however, Sanju Samson's 119 went in vain as RR lost the contest in the final few balls to lose by 4 runs. Considering both sides remain alive in the playoffs race and are still in the bottom four, they will give their all in the upcoming contest.

Ahead of match 32, here's everything you need to know about the pitch report,&nbsp;weather and probable playing XI:&nbsp;

Weather and pitch report: The bigger outfield on one side could mean that the encounter won't be a high-scoring one as it was the case when both sides met early this year. The two-paced nature of the surface witnessed during the CSK-MI clash, on Sunday, gives a sneak peek of things to look forward to in the Dubai venue. On the weather, it is going to be another hot day, with humidity at 59 percent, and zero percentage of precipitation.&nbsp;

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Playing XIs

PBKS Probable XI: KL Rahul (c &amp; wk), Mayank Agarwal, Chris Gayle/Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Deepak Hooda, Shahrukh Khan, Adil Rashid, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Mohammed Shami

RR Probable XI: &nbsp;Evin Lewis, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c &amp; wk), Riyan Parag, Shivam Dube, Liam Livingstone, Rahul Tewatia, Chris Morris, Chetan Sakariya, Kartik Tyagi, Mustafizur Rahman/Tabraiz Shamsi. 
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IPL 2021's match 32 will see Rajasthan Royals (RR) lock horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Tuesday evening (September 21).

IPL 2021's match 32 will see Rajasthan Royals (RR) lock horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Tuesday evening (September 21). Both sides have been involved in some thrilling encounters in the past and the same is expected when the two unpredictable teams meet for the second time in the season and first in the UAE leg. Talking about the last time both sides met, in Mumbai, it was a high-voltage contest. Riding on KL Rahul's 91 and Deepak Hooda's whirlwind 64, off 28 balls, PBKS posted 221-6. It seemed that Rahul & Co. were set to lose, however, Sanju Samson's 119 went in vain as RR lost the contest in the final few balls to lose by 4 runs. Considering both sides remain alive in the playoffs race and are still in the bottom four, they will give their all in the upcoming contest. Ahead of match 32, here's everything you need to know about the pitch report, weather and probable playing XI: Weather and pitch report: The bigger outfield on one side could mean that the encounter won't be a high-scoring one as it was the case when both sides met early this year. The two-paced nature of the surface witnessed during the CSK-MI clash, on Sunday, gives a sneak peek of things to look forward to in the Dubai venue. On the weather, it is going to be another hot day, with humidity at 59 percent, and zero percentage of precipitation. ALSO READ | IPL 2021, PBKS vs RR, Live Streaming: When and where to watch Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals? Playing XIs PBKS Probable XI: KL Rahul (c & wk), Mayank Agarwal, Chris Gayle/Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Deepak Hooda, Shahrukh Khan, Adil Rashid, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Mohammed Shami RR Probable XI: Evin Lewis, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Shivam Dube, Liam Livingstone, Rahul Tewatia, Chris Morris, Chetan Sakariya, Kartik Tyagi, Mustafizur Rahman/Tabraiz Shamsi.

IPL 2021, RR vs PBKS: Pitch report, weather and probable playing XIs for Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings match

India's legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar feels that Team India should tweak their playing XI before heading into the World Test Championship final against New Zealand on Saturday at the Rose Bowl, Southampton.&nbsp;

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Day 1 was abandoned without a toss due to heavy rainfall, however, the play will officially begin from Day 2. Just because the toss did not happen, the teams can tweak their playing XI before facing each other.&nbsp;

Team India announced their playing XI on the eve of the WTC final. The Men in Blue had decided to play three pacers, two spinners. However, Gavaskar feels that Team India need to have an extra batsman due to the weather conditions in Southampton.&nbsp;

"Yes, that's the thing. See, they might have announced the team yesterday, [but] nothing is finalized until the captains share the sheets with each other during the toss. So, you can change the team till the very last moment. As a captain, when I used to be confused between playing a spinner or an extra batsman, I used to see the opposition's eleven and scratch and change the team on my paper just before the toss. So, the eleven can be changed any time before the toss,” Sunil Gavaskar told Aaj Tak.

According to Gavaskar, Team India need to include Hanuma Vihari in their lineup.&nbsp;

"So I feel like maybe they'll think of playing another batsman because of the weather. Because these conditions are suitable for New Zealand fast bowlers so Rishabh Pant is at six, he might shift to seven and an extra batsman might play. Seeing this weather, one spinner might be dropped," Gavaskar said.

He even felt that decision to field first would be a wise choice looking at the overcast conditions at the Rose Bowl.&nbsp;

"Yes, that will be the thinking of both the captains. It has been raining since yesterday so the groundsmen haven't got the chance to trim the grass and roll the pitch. There will definitely be some grass then. That's why I feel that as both India and New Zealand have brilliant new-ball attacks, they'll want to safeguard their own batters and field first (if they win the toss). If they can pick up 3-4 wickets in the first hour, the match will be in their control," Gavaskar added.

India's legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar feels that Team India should tweak their playing XI before heading into the World Test Championship final against New Zealand on Saturday at the Rose Bowl, Southampton.

India's legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar feels that Team India should tweak their playing XI before heading into the World Test Championship final against New Zealand on Saturday at the Rose Bowl, Southampton. ALSO READ: WTC Final: Tom Latham is thankful for a reserve day as Day 1 was washed out Day 1 was abandoned without a toss due to heavy rainfall, however, the play will officially begin from Day 2. Just because the toss did not happen, the teams can tweak their playing XI before facing each other. Team India announced their playing XI on the eve of the WTC final. The Men in Blue had decided to play three pacers, two spinners. However, Gavaskar feels that Team India need to have an extra batsman due to the weather conditions in Southampton. "Yes, that's the thing. See, they might have announced the team yesterday, [but] nothing is finalized until the captains share the sheets with each other during the toss. So, you can change the team till the very last moment. As a captain, when I used to be confused between playing a spinner or an extra batsman, I used to see the opposition's eleven and scratch and change the team on my paper just before the toss. So, the eleven can be changed any time before the toss,” Sunil Gavaskar told Aaj Tak. According to Gavaskar, Team India need to include Hanuma Vihari in their lineup. "So I feel like maybe they'll think of playing another batsman because of the weather. Because these conditions are suitable for New Zealand fast bowlers so Rishabh Pant is at six, he might shift to seven and an extra batsman might play. Seeing this weather, one spinner might be dropped," Gavaskar said. He even felt that decision to field first would be a wise choice looking at the overcast conditions at the Rose Bowl. "Yes, that will be the thinking of both the captains. It has been raining since yesterday so the groundsmen haven't got the chance to trim the grass and roll the pitch. There will definitely be some grass then. That's why I feel that as both India and New Zealand have brilliant new-ball attacks, they'll want to safeguard their own batters and field first (if they win the toss). If they can pick up 3-4 wickets in the first hour, the match will be in their control," Gavaskar added.

'Might shift to seven and extra batsman in might play': Sunil Gavaskar suggests tweak in India's playing XI

With less than a month to go for the World Test Championship finals, Virat and Co. will take on the Kiwis in a high-octane clash at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. India will be going ahead with its best possible XI to face Kane Williamson and Co.&nbsp;

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Indian pacer Umesh Yadav has said that he is not tensed about his chances of making it into the playing XI for the highly anticipated match. Team India has gone ahead with Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, and Jasprit Bumrah as their main pacers, however, with Mohammed Siraj's current form, Yadav's chances of making it to playing XI are very grim.&nbsp;

"Being in the XI or not being included is another part of the game. You play some, you miss some. But I have kept backing myself and also motivate myself during training so that my mind and body stay positive… That helps me feel strong. It’s just about keeping yourself fit with a positive mindset, which is in your control," Umesh Yadav said in a chat with The Telegraph.

"As I would say, conditions, situations and who’s bowling well in matches as well as at the nets determine the final XI. Besides, that’s the job of the team management and honestly, we are never really tense regarding our chances," Umesh Yadav added.

Umesh Yadav, who last played against Australia in &nbsp;December 2020, has 148 scalps in Test cricket in 48 matches.

With less than a month to go for the World Test Championship finals, Virat and Co. will take on the Kiwis in a high-octane clash at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

With less than a month to go for the World Test Championship finals, Virat and Co. will take on the Kiwis in a high-octane clash at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. India will be going ahead with its best possible XI to face Kane Williamson and Co. ALSO READ: 'Not possible': Salman Butt lashes out at Australian bowlers' stance on sandpaper gate Indian pacer Umesh Yadav has said that he is not tensed about his chances of making it into the playing XI for the highly anticipated match. Team India has gone ahead with Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, and Jasprit Bumrah as their main pacers, however, with Mohammed Siraj's current form, Yadav's chances of making it to playing XI are very grim. "Being in the XI or not being included is another part of the game. You play some, you miss some. But I have kept backing myself and also motivate myself during training so that my mind and body stay positive… That helps me feel strong. It’s just about keeping yourself fit with a positive mindset, which is in your control," Umesh Yadav said in a chat with The Telegraph. "As I would say, conditions, situations and who’s bowling well in matches as well as at the nets determine the final XI. Besides, that’s the job of the team management and honestly, we are never really tense regarding our chances," Umesh Yadav added. Umesh Yadav, who last played against Australia in December 2020, has 148 scalps in Test cricket in 48 matches.

'You play some, you miss some': Umesh Yadav on making into playing XI for WTC finals

Team India picked their squad for the visit through England what begins one month from now. BCCI selectors picked a solid 20-member squad for India's four-month visit through England where they play the World Test Championship finale against New Zealand on June 18, preceding confronting the hosts in a five-test series. Rahul Dravid felt that the combination of the squad made it clear that the management definitely understood what their best XI would be.&nbsp;

It denoted the arrival of star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and batsman Hanuma Vihari, who, because of their individual injuries needed to miss the four-Test series against England at home. Kuldeep Yadav was not named in the squad&nbsp;and it signalled towards&nbsp;his descending direction since the 2019 Cricket World Cup.&nbsp;

The left-arm spinner was a customary individual from India's limited-overs side before the 2019 Cricket World Cup and was one of the highest wicket-taking bowlers during that period. Kuldeep Yadav even procured a Test call-up and has two five-wicket hauls in the seven&nbsp;matches he has played for India. Yet, he has lost structure and certainty and has lost his place in Team India and furthermore is on the edges for Kolkata Knight Riders.

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Kuldeep Yadav has featured in seven&nbsp;Test matches for India and has gotten 26 wickets at an average of 23.85.

Rahul Dravid additionally discussed Kuldeep's form while remarking on India's 'balanced' squad for visit through England.

“It does seem balanced. It’s a 20-member squad. The only other one who could have merited selection would’ve been Kuldeep Yadav, but he’s fallen away over the last little bit. Also, with the kind of recent performances from Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar, they’re clear about the kind of balance they want in the squad, Rahul Dravid said during a webinar organized by Live Aid India.

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“With both Ashwin and Jadeja adding value with the bat and having like-for-like replacements in Axar and Washy, they’re clear about the direction they want to take. It lengthens their batting and all four finger spinners here allow them to do that. The make-up of the squad tells me they know their best XI even before they leave from here.” – he said.

Team India picked their squad for the visit through England what begins one month from now. BCCI selectors picked a solid 20-member squad for India's four-month visit through England where they play the World Test Championship finale against New Zealand on June 18, preceding confronting the hosts in a five-test series.

Team India picked their squad for the visit through England what begins one month from now. BCCI selectors picked a solid 20-member squad for India's four-month visit through England where they play the World Test Championship finale against New Zealand on June 18, preceding confronting the hosts in a five-test series. Rahul Dravid felt that the combination of the squad made it clear that the management definitely understood what their best XI would be. It denoted the arrival of star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and batsman Hanuma Vihari, who, because of their individual injuries needed to miss the four-Test series against England at home. Kuldeep Yadav was not named in the squad and it signalled towards his descending direction since the 2019 Cricket World Cup. The left-arm spinner was a customary individual from India's limited-overs side before the 2019 Cricket World Cup and was one of the highest wicket-taking bowlers during that period. Kuldeep Yadav even procured a Test call-up and has two five-wicket hauls in the seven matches he has played for India. Yet, he has lost structure and certainty and has lost his place in Team India and furthermore is on the edges for Kolkata Knight Riders. ALSO READ: From Pat Cummins to Virat Kohli: Cricketing stalwarts who contributed in India's fight against COVID-19 Kuldeep Yadav has featured in seven Test matches for India and has gotten 26 wickets at an average of 23.85. Rahul Dravid additionally discussed Kuldeep's form while remarking on India's 'balanced' squad for visit through England. “It does seem balanced. It’s a 20-member squad. The only other one who could have merited selection would’ve been Kuldeep Yadav, but he’s fallen away over the last little bit. Also, with the kind of recent performances from Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar, they’re clear about the kind of balance they want in the squad, Rahul Dravid said during a webinar organized by Live Aid India. ALSO READ: The Hundred: Smriti Mandhana to play for Southern Brave, Harmanpreet to represent Manchester Originals “With both Ashwin and Jadeja adding value with the bat and having like-for-like replacements in Axar and Washy, they’re clear about the direction they want to take. It lengthens their batting and all four finger spinners here allow them to do that. The make-up of the squad tells me they know their best XI even before they leave from here.” – he said.

Rahul Dravid names one player ‘who could have merited selection’ for England vs India series

Upcoming IND vs ENG, 3rd Test - Team India are set to lock horns with England in the third Test on Wednesday at the Motera Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat and Co. will be high on confidence after a recent win at the Chepauk.&nbsp;

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Indian paceman Jasprit Bumrah will return to the playing XI after resting in the second Test match. Umesh Yadav has cleared the necessary fitness Tests and is in contention to play in the pink-ball Test against England, starting February 24 at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad. As a consequence, pacer Shardul Thakur has been released from the Indian squad and will now join his stateside Mumbai for the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. &nbsp;

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Umesh is most likely to come in place of Kuldeep Yadav as Virat and Co. will be going into the match with three pacers and two spinners. Ishant Sharma could be the third pacer for Team India. Ishant Sharma is on the cusp of scripting history as he will become the second Indian pacer, after Kapil Dev, to play 100 Test matches if he starts in the pink-ball Test.

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Spin duo Axar Patel and Ravichandran Ashwin are most likely to feature in the third Test. Both of them had a great outing in the second Test against England.&nbsp;

Here's the probable XI for the pink-ball Test: Virat Kohli (C), Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Chetshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Umesh Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah

India Squad: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli(c), Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Ishant Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Wriddhiman Saha, Umesh Yadav, Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar

Upcoming IND vs ENG, 3rd Test - Team India are set to lock horns with England in the third Test on Wednesday at the Motera Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat and Co.

Upcoming IND vs ENG, 3rd Test - Team India are set to lock horns with England in the third Test on Wednesday at the Motera Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat and Co. will be high on confidence after a recent win at the Chepauk. ALSO READ: Indian captain Virat Kohli eyes couple of huge records at third Test against England Indian paceman Jasprit Bumrah will return to the playing XI after resting in the second Test match. Umesh Yadav has cleared the necessary fitness Tests and is in contention to play in the pink-ball Test against England, starting February 24 at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad. As a consequence, pacer Shardul Thakur has been released from the Indian squad and will now join his stateside Mumbai for the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. IN PICS: Olympic size swimming pool, dressing room with gyms, 11 centre pitches: Complete guide to world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad Umesh is most likely to come in place of Kuldeep Yadav as Virat and Co. will be going into the match with three pacers and two spinners. Ishant Sharma could be the third pacer for Team India. Ishant Sharma is on the cusp of scripting history as he will become the second Indian pacer, after Kapil Dev, to play 100 Test matches if he starts in the pink-ball Test. ALSO READ: IND vs ENG: James Anderson gives his verdict on Motera Stadium's pitch ahead of pink-ball Test Spin duo Axar Patel and Ravichandran Ashwin are most likely to feature in the third Test. Both of them had a great outing in the second Test against England. Here's the probable XI for the pink-ball Test: Virat Kohli (C), Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Chetshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Umesh Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah India Squad: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli(c), Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Ishant Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Wriddhiman Saha, Umesh Yadav, Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar

IND vs ENG, 3rd Test: Umesh in, Kuldeep out? Team India's probable XI for pink-ball Test

Sunrisers Hyderabad are ready to be led by their returning captain David Warner in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2020 that is to be held in the United Arab Emirates.

Sunrisers Hyderabad are ready to be led by their returning captain David Warner in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2020 that is to be held in the United Arab Emirates. Also read: MI vs CSK, IPL 2020 Live Streaming: When and where to watch Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings? Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar, who is also in UAE as a part of commentary panel, has predicted that Williamson (who was named SRH's captain while Warner was away) might not feature in the playing XI. In an interview to Sports Tak, Gavaskar named his playing XI. His list included David Warner, Jonny Bairstow, Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi as four overseas players in his playing XI and left out Kane Williamson. "The way Warner and Bairstow had their opening partnership in the entire tournament, both made many runs. So they will open the batting. Then you need the two Afghan players Nabi and Rashid as they are match-winners. That is why Kane Williamson will have to sit out for the first few matches," he said. IN PICS: IPL trivia: Top records of 'Thala' MS Dhoni in the tournament According to Gavaskar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads the bowling department which includes Basil Thampi and Sandeep Sharma. Former India U-19 captain, Priyam Garg was also in legend's playing XI. Sunrisers Hyderabad will open their IPL 2020 campaign against Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore on September 21. Sunil Gavaskar's SRH playing XI: David Warner (Captain), Jonny Bairstow, Manish Pandey, Priyam Garg, Vijay Shankar, Wriddhiman Saha, Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Basil Thampi, Sandeep Sharma

Sunil Gavaskar names his SRH playing XI for IPL 2020; excludes Williamson

Indian squad for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against West Indies will be announced tomorrow, a BCCI source confirmed on Wednesday.

India and West Indies are slated to play three ODIs and as many T20Is. The series is scheduled to start on December 6 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.The Men in Blue recently played three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, and managed to come out triumphant.

India lost the first T20I against Bangladesh at Delhi, but the side managed to make a comeback in the next two matches to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../india-vs-bangladesh-3rd-t20i-team-was-under- pressure-rohit-sharmas-pep-talk-motivated-us-says-shreyas-iyer-261...">win the series 2-1.</a>

The side is currently playing the two-match Test series against the Asian giants. India won the first Test by an innings and 130 runs.Both the teams have now gone to Kolkata to play the day-night Test at Eden Gardens, and the game is scheduled to start from Friday, November 22.

On the other hand, West Indies managed to defeat Afghanistan 3-0 in the three-match ODI series, but the side lost the T20I series 2-1 at Lucknow. 
India and West Indies last played three T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests earlier this year. The Men in Blue came out triumphant in each of the series.

In the Test series leg, skipper Virat Kohli had managed to become the most successful Indian captain as he surpassed MS Dhoni to achieve the feat.

Indian squad for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against West Indies will be announced tomorrow, a BCCI source confirmed on Wednesday. India and West Indies are slated to play three ODIs and as many T20Is.

Indian squad for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against West Indies will be announced tomorrow, a BCCI source confirmed on Wednesday. India and West Indies are slated to play three ODIs and as many T20Is. The series is scheduled to start on December 6 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.The Men in Blue recently played three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, and managed to come out triumphant. India lost the first T20I against Bangladesh at Delhi, but the side managed to make a comeback in the next two matches to win the series 2-1. The side is currently playing the two-match Test series against the Asian giants. India won the first Test by an innings and 130 runs.Both the teams have now gone to Kolkata to play the day-night Test at Eden Gardens, and the game is scheduled to start from Friday, November 22. On the other hand, West Indies managed to defeat Afghanistan 3-0 in the three-match ODI series, but the side lost the T20I series 2-1 at Lucknow. India and West Indies last played three T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests earlier this year. The Men in Blue came out triumphant in each of the series. In the Test series leg, skipper Virat Kohli had managed to become the most successful Indian captain as he surpassed MS Dhoni to achieve the feat.

Indian squad for the upcoming series against West Indies to be announced tomorrow: BCCI source

There was no happy ending for Alvaro Morata at the end of the toughest season of his career, as Spain coach Julen Lopetegui left him out of his World Cup squad on Monday.

Chelsea's 60 million-pound ($81 million) striker slipped down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge after a dramatic form slump and niggling back problem in a chastening first season in London.

After joining from Real Madrid last year the Spaniard started well, notching seven goals in his first seven matches in all competitions for the Blues.

But as Premier League defences began to target him, Morata struggled with constant physical battles, sometimes angering his own supporters for going down too easily.

In a torrid period after Christmas, Morata, 25, failed to score in 13 games, picking up a red card and four yellows in the same spell.

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Chelsea manager Antonio Conte turned to January signing Olivier Giroud as Chelsea stumbled to fifth place in the Premier League and Morata appeared from the bench in the 89th minute as Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 to win the FA Cup on Saturday.

Lopetegui left the forward out of his Spain squad in March for friendlies against Germany and Argentina, citing his "physical problems and inactivity" as the reason.

The coach, however, said there remained a good chance Morata would make it to Russia, with the other centre-forward options relatively inexperienced, but in the end they were preferred.

Diego Costa has seven goals in 18 appearances for Spain, while Iago Aspas and Rodrigo Moreno, the other two strikers picked, have played eight and four times for their country respectively.

Atletico Madrid forward Costa spent the first half of the season on strike in Brazil, refusing to play for Chelsea, before returning to help his Spanish side lift the Europa League last week.

Morata, with 13 goals from 23 appearances for Spain, left Madrid looking for a key role at Chelsea to help him cement his position as Spain's World Cup striker, after being forced to rotate with Karim Benzema at the Santiago Bernabeu.

As his season crumbled, the chances of making it to Russia became increasingly slim and the coach duly sounded the death knell.

"We believed we had other players in his position who could help us," Lopetegui said on Monday. "It's not something negative towards him. The truth is that he had a complicated end to the season."

Morata wished his compatriots the best of luck in a tweet shortly after Lopetegui announced his omission, but less than a year ago he would have expected to be leading the 2010 world champions' attack in Russia himself.

There was no happy ending for Alvaro Morata at the end of the toughest season of his career, as Spain coach Julen Lopetegui left him out of his World Cup squad

There was no happy ending for Alvaro Morata at the end of the toughest season of his career, as Spain coach Julen Lopetegui left him out of his World Cup squad on Monday. Chelsea's 60 million-pound ($81 million) striker slipped down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge after a dramatic form slump and niggling back problem in a chastening first season in London. After joining from Real Madrid last year the Spaniard started well, notching seven goals in his first seven matches in all competitions for the Blues. But as Premier League defences began to target him, Morata struggled with constant physical battles, sometimes angering his own supporters for going down too easily. In a torrid period after Christmas, Morata, 25, failed to score in 13 games, picking up a red card and four yellows in the same spell. ? OFICIAL | 46 millones de ilusiones en sus botas, en sus manos... ¡¡ESTOS SON #NUESTROS23!! ? ¡RT PARA APOYARNOS! pic.twitter.com/XBx0e4uOcB — Selección Española de Fútbol (@SeFutbol) May 21, 2018 × Chelsea manager Antonio Conte turned to January signing Olivier Giroud as Chelsea stumbled to fifth place in the Premier League and Morata appeared from the bench in the 89th minute as Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 to win the FA Cup on Saturday. Lopetegui left the forward out of his Spain squad in March for friendlies against Germany and Argentina, citing his "physical problems and inactivity" as the reason. The coach, however, said there remained a good chance Morata would make it to Russia, with the other centre-forward options relatively inexperienced, but in the end they were preferred. Diego Costa has seven goals in 18 appearances for Spain, while Iago Aspas and Rodrigo Moreno, the other two strikers picked, have played eight and four times for their country respectively. Atletico Madrid forward Costa spent the first half of the season on strike in Brazil, refusing to play for Chelsea, before returning to help his Spanish side lift the Europa League last week. Morata, with 13 goals from 23 appearances for Spain, left Madrid looking for a key role at Chelsea to help him cement his position as Spain's World Cup striker, after being forced to rotate with Karim Benzema at the Santiago Bernabeu. As his season crumbled, the chances of making it to Russia became increasingly slim and the coach duly sounded the death knell. "We believed we had other players in his position who could help us," Lopetegui said on Monday. "It's not something negative towards him. The truth is that he had a complicated end to the season." Morata wished his compatriots the best of luck in a tweet shortly after Lopetegui announced his omission, but less than a year ago he would have expected to be leading the 2010 world champions' attack in Russia himself.

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata misses out on Spain World Cup squad

Mandeep Singh blasted a quick-fire unbeaten half-century as India crushed Zimbabwe by 10 wickets to level the Twenty20 series on Monday. 
 
The result sets up a series decider in the third and final game that will also be played at the Harare Sports Club on Wednesday. 
 
Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat, but could only muster 99 for nine in their 20 overs as the Indian bowlers strangled the run-rate. 
 
The tourists made short work of their reply, racing to their victory target off 13.1 overs as Mandeep Singh (52 from 40 balls) and fellow opener Lokesh Rahul (47 from 40 balls) put on a century stand. 
 
All the Zimbabwe batsmen struggled to score quick runs in their innings with none managing more than a run a ball. Peter Moor (31 from 32 balls) was the only one to muster any sort of resistance. 
 
Debutant seamer Barinder Sran took for wickets to lead the Indian charge, while fellow paceman Jasprit Bumrah picked up three wickets in his four overs. 
 
India also handed a debut to seamer Dhawal Kulkarni, though he was by far the most expensive of the bowlers as his one wicket cost 32 runs. 
 
(Reuters)

None of the Zimbabwean batsmen managed more than a run a ball

Mandeep Singh blasted a quick-fire unbeaten half-century as India crushed Zimbabwe by 10 wickets to level the Twenty20 series on Monday. The result sets up a series decider in the third and final game that will also be played at the Harare Sports Club on Wednesday. Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat, but could only muster 99 for nine in their 20 overs as the Indian bowlers strangled the run-rate. The tourists made short work of their reply, racing to their victory target off 13.1 overs as Mandeep Singh (52 from 40 balls) and fellow opener Lokesh Rahul (47 from 40 balls) put on a century stand. All the Zimbabwe batsmen struggled to score quick runs in their innings with none managing more than a run a ball. Peter Moor (31 from 32 balls) was the only one to muster any sort of resistance. Debutant seamer Barinder Sran took for wickets to lead the Indian charge, while fellow paceman Jasprit Bumrah picked up three wickets in his four overs. India also handed a debut to seamer Dhawal Kulkarni, though he was by far the most expensive of the bowlers as his one wicket cost 32 runs. (Reuters)

India beat Zimbabwe by 10 wickets in 2nd T20, level series 1-1

Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat first in the crucial second T20 of the three-match series at Harare Sports Club today. 
 
As far as Playing XI is concerned, India have roped in Dhawal Kulkarni and Barinder Sran in place of Jaydev Unadkat and Rishi Dhawan for the must-win match while the hosts have replaced Mutumbami with Peter Moor.Having lost the first T20 in a thrilling encounter, India will have to win the second match in order to keep the series alive. 
 
Meanwhile, the hosts, who suffered a whitewash in the ODI series, will aim to seal the series.Zimbabwe are currently leading the series 1-0 following their two-run win in the opening T20. 
 
India Playing XI: KL Rahul, Mandeep Singh, Ambati Rayudu, Manish Pandey, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni (captain), Axar Patel, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jasprit Bumrah, Barinder Sran, Yuzvendra Chahal.Zimbabwe Playing XI: Chamu Chibhabha, Hamilton Masakadza, Sikandar Raza, Malcolm Waller, Elton Chigumbura, Peter Moor, Tinotenda Mutombodzi, Graeme Cremer, Neville Madziva, Taurai Muzarabani, Donald Tiripano. 
 
(ANI)

Dhawal Kulkarni and Barinder Sran make their debuts, replace Jaydev Unadkat and Rishi Dhawan

Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat first in the crucial second T20 of the three-match series at Harare Sports Club today. As far as Playing XI is concerned, India have roped in Dhawal Kulkarni and Barinder Sran in place of Jaydev Unadkat and Rishi Dhawan for the must-win match while the hosts have replaced Mutumbami with Peter Moor.Having lost the first T20 in a thrilling encounter, India will have to win the second match in order to keep the series alive. Meanwhile, the hosts, who suffered a whitewash in the ODI series, will aim to seal the series.Zimbabwe are currently leading the series 1-0 following their two-run win in the opening T20. India Playing XI: KL Rahul, Mandeep Singh, Ambati Rayudu, Manish Pandey, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni (captain), Axar Patel, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jasprit Bumrah, Barinder Sran, Yuzvendra Chahal.Zimbabwe Playing XI: Chamu Chibhabha, Hamilton Masakadza, Sikandar Raza, Malcolm Waller, Elton Chigumbura, Peter Moor, Tinotenda Mutombodzi, Graeme Cremer, Neville Madziva, Taurai Muzarabani, Donald Tiripano. (ANI)

Zimbabwe win toss, ask India to bowl first in second T20

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