<p>In the Group A match on Day 2 of FIFA World Cup 2022, the reigning champions of Africa, Senegal, and the Netherlands will lock horns at the Al Thumama stadium on Monday (November 21). Qualified as the leader of their qualifier group in World Cup, the West African nation has won their first Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in 2021, defeating Egypt. It has reached the AFCON finals twice and has built up an excellent squad since then. Considered to be on top of its game, Senegal under coach Aliou Cisse has had a fantastic fortune since he took up the job in 2015.</p>

<p><strong>Senegal form</strong></p>

<p>So far, Senegal have&nbsp;had a 69.33 win percentage. In what is seen as a major setback for them, squad caption Sadio Mane will remain absent from the World Cup. His absence will be felt by fans across the globe. Acknowledging the same, coach Cisse said that the whole football family is saddened by what has happened because Mane was the second-best player in the world and he represents the African continent.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Netherlands Form</strong></p>

<p>One cannot take attention off the Netherlands. Under the leadership of veteran Louis Van Gaal and captain Virgil Van Dijk, the Dutch side has adopted an excellent form. The blend of young talents and veteran members is coming off as the squad's strength. This is the second time Coach Van Gaal is managing the team. He earlier enjoyed a successful spell with the Dutch team by reaching the semi-finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The Oranje have reached three finals and now in Qatar, the team is aiming for their maiden triumph. It will be the spectators' joy to watch both Senegal and Netherlands head to head as the two teams are up for the first challenge in the Group A match. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Senegal vs Netherlands Head to Head</strong></p>

<p>Monday's match will be the first time when the duo will face each other off as they have never met before this in an official game. It will be a tricky affair for Netherlands' coach Van Gaal given the fact that Senegal -- the Lions of Teranga -- are yet to lose to a European opponent in a group stage game. In 2018, Madagascar battled back to hold Senegal to a 2-2 draw in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier and the West African nation is yet to concede multiple goals to the opposition.&nbsp;Head coach Aliou Cisse will be keeping a keen eye on not letting the game slip as the other side is led by Van Gaal.&nbsp;However, despite the success Senegal enjoyed in recent times, Sadio Mane was an integral part of it, and their side will greatly miss him. With a successful trail of events on its back, Senegal is sure to miss Sadio Mane. Senegal is currently ranked 18th in the FIFA rankings. The team has a perfect opening game record while the Netherlands is the 10th-ranked team but they are unbeaten in their previous eight openers, having&nbsp;won six of them.</p>

<p><strong>Senegal v Netherlands lineup prediction</strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Senegal: </strong>(Goal Keeper) E. Mendy; (Defenders) Sabaly, Cisse, Koulibaly, Ballo-Toure; (Mid Fielders) Kouyate, N. Mendy, I. Gueye; (Strikers or Attackers) I. Sarr, Dia, Diatta</p>

<p><strong>Netherlands: </strong>Pasveer; Timber, Van Dijk, Ake; Frimpong, F. De Jong, Koopmeiners, Blind; Klaassen; Gakpo, Bergwijn</p>

<p><strong>When and where to watch</strong></p>

<p>The Group A match encounters between Senegal vs Netherlands will kick-off on Monday, November 21 at 9.30 PM IST, 4:00 PM Local Time at Al Thumama Stadiummake&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Prediction</strong></p>

<p>Senegal 0-1 Netherlands</p>


In the Group A match on Day 2 of FIFA World Cup 2022, the reigning champions of Africa, Senegal, and the Netherlands will lock horns at the Al Thumama stadium on Monday (November 21).

In the Group A match on Day 2 of FIFA World Cup 2022, the reigning champions of Africa, Senegal, and the Netherlands will lock horns at the Al Thumama stadium on Monday (November 21). Qualified as the leader of their qualifier group in World Cup, the West African nation has won their first Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in 2021, defeating Egypt. It has reached the AFCON finals twice and has built up an excellent squad since then. Considered to be on top of its game, Senegal under coach Aliou Cisse has had a fantastic fortune since he took up the job in 2015. Senegal form So far, Senegal have had a 69.33 win percentage. In what is seen as a major setback for them, squad caption Sadio Mane will remain absent from the World Cup. His absence will be felt by fans across the globe. Acknowledging the same, coach Cisse said that the whole football family is saddened by what has happened because Mane was the second-best player in the world and he represents the African continent. Netherlands Form One cannot take attention off the Netherlands. Under the leadership of veteran Louis Van Gaal and captain Virgil Van Dijk, the Dutch side has adopted an excellent form. The blend of young talents and veteran members is coming off as the squad's strength. This is the second time Coach Van Gaal is managing the team. He earlier enjoyed a successful spell with the Dutch team by reaching the semi-finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The Oranje have reached three finals and now in Qatar, the team is aiming for their maiden triumph. It will be the spectators' joy to watch both Senegal and Netherlands head to head as the two teams are up for the first challenge in the Group A match. ALSO READ | Qatar becomes the first host nation to lose the opening game in history Senegal vs Netherlands Head to Head Monday's match will be the first time when the duo will face each other off as they have never met before this in an official game. It will be a tricky affair for Netherlands' coach Van Gaal given the fact that Senegal -- the Lions of Teranga -- are yet to lose to a European opponent in a group stage game. In 2018, Madagascar battled back to hold Senegal to a 2-2 draw in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier and the West African nation is yet to concede multiple goals to the opposition. Head coach Aliou Cisse will be keeping a keen eye on not letting the game slip as the other side is led by Van Gaal. However, despite the success Senegal enjoyed in recent times, Sadio Mane was an integral part of it, and their side will greatly miss him. With a successful trail of events on its back, Senegal is sure to miss Sadio Mane. Senegal is currently ranked 18th in the FIFA rankings. The team has a perfect opening game record while the Netherlands is the 10th-ranked team but they are unbeaten in their previous eight openers, having won six of them. Senegal v Netherlands lineup prediction Senegal: (Goal Keeper) E. Mendy; (Defenders) Sabaly, Cisse, Koulibaly, Ballo-Toure; (Mid Fielders) Kouyate, N. Mendy, I. Gueye; (Strikers or Attackers) I. Sarr, Dia, Diatta Netherlands: Pasveer; Timber, Van Dijk, Ake; Frimpong, F. De Jong, Koopmeiners, Blind; Klaassen; Gakpo, Bergwijn When and where to watch The Group A match encounters between Senegal vs Netherlands will kick-off on Monday, November 21 at 9.30 PM IST, 4:00 PM Local Time at Al Thumama Stadiummake Prediction Senegal 0-1 Netherlands

FIFA World Cup 2022, Senegal vs. Netherlands match prediction & fantasy tips: Who will win the face-off?

<p>With the FIFA World Cup 2022 just round the corner the football fans are curious about the line up of music festivals and concerts, which artists will mark their presence or where to watch the live stream if you are not in Qatar. The opening ceremony of Qatar World Cup will take place at Al Bayt Stadium ahead of the opening clash between Qatar versus Ecuador. At the same venue the ball will be kicked of the first game of the World Cup between Qatar and Ecuador as the tournament kicks off.&nbsp;Al Bayt Stadium has a capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium was opened in November 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Is BTS performing?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>This year BTS' K-pop superstar Jeon Jungkook will perform during the football tournament’s opening ceremony on November 20. As per a tweet from the band, Jungkook will also contribute to the World Cup soundtrack. “Proud to announce that Jungkook is part of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Soundtrack &amp; will perform at the World Cup opening ceremony. Stay tuned!” BTS had written earlier.</p>

<h2><strong>Other entertainers performing in the opening ceremony?</strong></h2>

<p>In the line-up is American musical group Black Eyed Peas and Colombian singer J Balvin. Nigerian singer and songwriter Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie, and american rapper Lil Baby, who released an official anthem of the World Cup 2022 in late September, will also perform. Indian actress and dancer Nora Fatehi will also feature on FIFA’s single “Light The World”, the latest release of the FIFA World Cup 2022 official soundtrack. UK singer Dua Lipa denied reports of her performing at the ceremony.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, singer Rod Stewart declined the offer of "over $1 million" to perform in Qatar, as per media reports.&nbsp;"I was actually offered a lot of money, over $1 million, to play there 15 months ago," Stewart said while speaking to The Sunday Times. "I turned it down. It's not right to go," he added.&nbsp;Last FIFA World Cup was hosted by Russia in 2018 where popular personalities like Will Smith, Robbie Williams and Aida Garifullina held their performances.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Where to watch FIFA 2022?</strong></h2>

<p>If you are from India you can watch the opening ceremony on TV at Sports 18 or live stream at Voot and JioCinema app.&nbsp;For United States, viewers can watch FIFA World Cup on FOX, Telemundo and live Stream on fuboTV, Fox Sports app, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Canada, fans can see FIFA on CTV, TSN and the live stream on fuboTV, TSN app. United Kingdom viewers can switch on BBC One and see the Live Stream on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport Website.&nbsp;Turn on SBS channel if you are in Australia and live stream can be seen on SBS on demand. New Zealand viewers can get on Sky Sports and check out the Live Stream on Sky Sport.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Malaysia TV channels such as RTM, Astro can be tuned into while live stream is available on Astro Go. In Singapore, viewers can checkout Mediacorp Channel 5 and get the live stream from StarHub TV+, IPTV, Singtel TV.&nbsp;Moreover, for Hong Kong, one can get on BeIN Sports, ITV; or check the Live Stream on Now TV, ViuTV. Apart from this, there will be dozens of more music concerts lined up for the duration of the world cup for the football fans.&nbsp;</p>

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With the FIFA World Cup 2022 just round the corner the football fans are curious about the line up of music festivals and concerts, which artists will mark their presence or where to watch the live stream if you are not in Qatar.

With the FIFA World Cup 2022 just round the corner the football fans are curious about the line up of music festivals and concerts, which artists will mark their presence or where to watch the live stream if you are not in Qatar. The opening ceremony of Qatar World Cup will take place at Al Bayt Stadium ahead of the opening clash between Qatar versus Ecuador. At the same venue the ball will be kicked of the first game of the World Cup between Qatar and Ecuador as the tournament kicks off. Al Bayt Stadium has a capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium was opened in November 2021. Is BTS performing? This year BTS' K-pop superstar Jeon Jungkook will perform during the football tournament’s opening ceremony on November 20. As per a tweet from the band, Jungkook will also contribute to the World Cup soundtrack. “Proud to announce that Jungkook is part of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Soundtrack & will perform at the World Cup opening ceremony. Stay tuned!” BTS had written earlier. Other entertainers performing in the opening ceremony? In the line-up is American musical group Black Eyed Peas and Colombian singer J Balvin. Nigerian singer and songwriter Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie, and american rapper Lil Baby, who released an official anthem of the World Cup 2022 in late September, will also perform. Indian actress and dancer Nora Fatehi will also feature on FIFA’s single “Light The World”, the latest release of the FIFA World Cup 2022 official soundtrack. UK singer Dua Lipa denied reports of her performing at the ceremony. Meanwhile, singer Rod Stewart declined the offer of "over $1 million" to perform in Qatar, as per media reports. "I was actually offered a lot of money, over $1 million, to play there 15 months ago," Stewart said while speaking to The Sunday Times. "I turned it down. It's not right to go," he added. Last FIFA World Cup was hosted by Russia in 2018 where popular personalities like Will Smith, Robbie Williams and Aida Garifullina held their performances. Where to watch FIFA 2022? If you are from India you can watch the opening ceremony on TV at Sports 18 or live stream at Voot and JioCinema app. For United States, viewers can watch FIFA World Cup on FOX, Telemundo and live Stream on fuboTV, Fox Sports app, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo. In Canada, fans can see FIFA on CTV, TSN and the live stream on fuboTV, TSN app. United Kingdom viewers can switch on BBC One and see the Live Stream on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport Website. Turn on SBS channel if you are in Australia and live stream can be seen on SBS on demand. New Zealand viewers can get on Sky Sports and check out the Live Stream on Sky Sport. Malaysia TV channels such as RTM, Astro can be tuned into while live stream is available on Astro Go. In Singapore, viewers can checkout Mediacorp Channel 5 and get the live stream from StarHub TV+, IPTV, Singtel TV. Moreover, for Hong Kong, one can get on BeIN Sports, ITV; or check the Live Stream on Now TV, ViuTV. Apart from this, there will be dozens of more music concerts lined up for the duration of the world cup for the football fans. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has attained somewhat of a cult hero status when it comes to World Cups. With his frizzy hair and headband, it is impossible to miss the veteran who currently holds the record for the highest number of appearances as a goalkeeper for Mexico. Although on first look, his statistics may not reveal the impact he has had in the tournament but a quick search on YouTube and one will be flooded with videos of his amazing saves. With the FIFA World Cup 2022 just round the corner, it can be the last time that he will play in this competition and football fans from around the world will be expecting more heroics from the footballer nicknamed ‘Memo’. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ochoa was handed his Mexico debut in 2005 against Hungary and although he was included in the 2006 World Cup squad, it was strictly as the third-choice keeper. However, in 2010, he went into the competition as a top performer for Mexican club Americas, but the result was same. He saw Mexico get eliminated from the group stages of the competition without playing a single minute.</p>

<p><strong>First impressions</strong></p>

<p>By the time Mexico reached Brazil for the 2014 edition of the tournament, there was no denying Ochoa as the first choice. Already a veteran with experiences in both the French and Spanish leagues, he started the campaign with a clean sheet against Cameroon, but his stardom will come against Brazil. Against an attack boasting on world class talents like Oscar and Neymar, he pulled off six saves – including a blinder against Fred – to earn a well-deserved point for his national team. Even the legendary Pele went on to compare him to England legend Gordon Banks for his saves.</p>

<p>The great run of form continued against Croatia as he quickly gained popularity due to his athletic saves and acute awareness. In the Round of 16, he once again faced the might of Netherlands and although Mexico lost due to a late penalty, Ochoa was a name that almost all football fans knew.</p>

<p><strong>New year, same old Ochoa</strong></p>

<p>What followed were a barrage of transfer rumours ranging from Chelsea to Arsenal. But he continued to play in the La Liga followed by a move to Belgian champions Standard Liege.</p>

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<p>In 2018, Ochoa looked like he picked up just where he left in 2014. He pulled off an impressive 25 saves in just four games – the same as Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois but in fewer matches. In a group consisting of heavyweights like Germany and South Korea, he proved to be difference maker and before ultimately losing to Brazil, Ochoa looked almost invincible between the posts.</p>

<p><strong>Farewell with a hint of controversy</strong></p>

<p>Ahead of the 2022 World Cup, Ochoa actually found himself in a bit of a controversy. Kavak, a company where the veteran goalkeeper holds a huge number of shares, is also sponsoring the Argentina football team and that has not gone down well with some experts and also fans.</p>

<p>However, all that is in the past. Mexico once again has a tough challenge in front of them with Argentina and Poland featuring in their group. In that case, keeping a clean sheet will be nothing short of gold dust for El Tri and if fans will once again be expecting magic from Guillermo Ochoa.</p>

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Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has attained somewhat of a cult hero status when it comes to World Cups. With his frizzy hair and headband, it is impossible to miss the veteran who currently holds the record for the highest number of appearances as a goalkeeper for Mexico.

Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has attained somewhat of a cult hero status when it comes to World Cups. With his frizzy hair and headband, it is impossible to miss the veteran who currently holds the record for the highest number of appearances as a goalkeeper for Mexico. Although on first look, his statistics may not reveal the impact he has had in the tournament but a quick search on YouTube and one will be flooded with videos of his amazing saves. With the FIFA World Cup 2022 just round the corner, it can be the last time that he will play in this competition and football fans from around the world will be expecting more heroics from the footballer nicknamed ‘Memo’. Also read | England and Wales set to defy FIFA with 'OneLove' rainbow armbands Ochoa was handed his Mexico debut in 2005 against Hungary and although he was included in the 2006 World Cup squad, it was strictly as the third-choice keeper. However, in 2010, he went into the competition as a top performer for Mexican club Americas, but the result was same. He saw Mexico get eliminated from the group stages of the competition without playing a single minute. First impressions By the time Mexico reached Brazil for the 2014 edition of the tournament, there was no denying Ochoa as the first choice. Already a veteran with experiences in both the French and Spanish leagues, he started the campaign with a clean sheet against Cameroon, but his stardom will come against Brazil. Against an attack boasting on world class talents like Oscar and Neymar, he pulled off six saves – including a blinder against Fred – to earn a well-deserved point for his national team. Even the legendary Pele went on to compare him to England legend Gordon Banks for his saves. The great run of form continued against Croatia as he quickly gained popularity due to his athletic saves and acute awareness. In the Round of 16, he once again faced the might of Netherlands and although Mexico lost due to a late penalty, Ochoa was a name that almost all football fans knew. New year, same old Ochoa What followed were a barrage of transfer rumours ranging from Chelsea to Arsenal. But he continued to play in the La Liga followed by a move to Belgian champions Standard Liege. Also read | Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo eyes elite World Cup record amid Manchester United woes In 2018, Ochoa looked like he picked up just where he left in 2014. He pulled off an impressive 25 saves in just four games – the same as Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois but in fewer matches. In a group consisting of heavyweights like Germany and South Korea, he proved to be difference maker and before ultimately losing to Brazil, Ochoa looked almost invincible between the posts. Farewell with a hint of controversy Ahead of the 2022 World Cup, Ochoa actually found himself in a bit of a controversy. Kavak, a company where the veteran goalkeeper holds a huge number of shares, is also sponsoring the Argentina football team and that has not gone down well with some experts and also fans. However, all that is in the past. Mexico once again has a tough challenge in front of them with Argentina and Poland featuring in their group. In that case, keeping a clean sheet will be nothing short of gold dust for El Tri and if fans will once again be expecting magic from Guillermo Ochoa.

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<p>Joe Lycett, a British comedian shredded 10,000 pound ($11,900) notes on Sunday (November 20) after his ultimatum to David Beckham to step down as ambassador for Qatar at world cup, lapsed. Beckham is working for Qatar which is hosting Football World Cup. The country has been criticised for its restrictive social laws including those dealing with LGBTQ+ rights.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While giving the ultimatum, Lycett had said that he would donate the money to charity if Beckham steps down but would shred the notes in case he doesn't before the tournament began.</p>

<p>On Sunday (November 20), Lycett dressed in a rainbow dress, posted footage of him putting two stacks of 5-pound notes into a woodchipper.</p>

<p>Lycett earlier said Beckham was a "a gay icon" who was working for Qatar, which is "one of the worst places in the world to be gay."</p>

<p>There hasn't been any public reaction from Beckham on the matter</p>

<p>Homosexuality is illegal in Qatar and the country's organisers of the World Cup have warned visitors against public displays of affection but say that everyone, no matter their sexual orientation or background, is welcome at the event.</p>

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Joe Lycett, a British comedian shredded 10,000 pound ($11,900) notes on Sunday (November 20) after his ultimatum to David Beckham to step down as ambassador for Qatar at world cup, lapsed.

Joe Lycett, a British comedian shredded 10,000 pound ($11,900) notes on Sunday (November 20) after his ultimatum to David Beckham to step down as ambassador for Qatar at world cup, lapsed. Beckham is working for Qatar which is hosting Football World Cup. The country has been criticised for its restrictive social laws including those dealing with LGBTQ+ rights. While giving the ultimatum, Lycett had said that he would donate the money to charity if Beckham steps down but would shred the notes in case he doesn't before the tournament began. On Sunday (November 20), Lycett dressed in a rainbow dress, posted footage of him putting two stacks of 5-pound notes into a woodchipper. Lycett earlier said Beckham was a "a gay icon" who was working for Qatar, which is "one of the worst places in the world to be gay." There hasn't been any public reaction from Beckham on the matter Homosexuality is illegal in Qatar and the country's organisers of the World Cup have warned visitors against public displays of affection but say that everyone, no matter their sexual orientation or background, is welcome at the event. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p><strong>Qatar vs Ecuador Form and Head to Head stats&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Qatar and Ecuador have previously faced each other off three times, with one victory each in the head-to-head matches. The first encounter between the teams took place in February 1996 and finished in a 1-1 draw. A week later, the South American Giants, Ecuador, won the second game 2-1.</p>

<p>In their most recent clash, Qatar won 2-1 in an exciting match in October 2018. Ecuador had two red cards throughout the game, but they responded well, and they ultimately came in second place. It's interesting to note that nine players from that game are now on Qatar's team.</p>

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<h2><strong>Qatar vs Ecuador group prediction</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>As they are paired with the Netherlands and the African Champions Senegal, Qatar and Ecuador are both the least likely teams in Group A to go to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. However, because both sides will be prepared for the big game, the outcome will be interesting to watch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The outcome will have an impact on both teams' subsequent games as they try to advance to the next round. On November 25, Ecuador will play the Netherlands; the next day, Senegal. On the same day, Qatar will play the same opponents in reverse order.</p>

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<h2><strong>Qatar vs. Ecuador predicted lineup&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Qatar (4-4-2), Qatar predicted lineup: (Goal Keeper) Al Sheeb; (Defenders) Hassan, Khoukhi, Salman, Kheder; (Midfielders) Hatem, Boudiaf, Waad, Assadalla; (Strikers or Attackers) Ali, Al-Haydos&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ecuador (4-3-3), Equador lineup: Dominguez; Arboleda, Arreaga, Castillo, Palacios; Cifuentes, Franco, Gonzalez, Mendez; Estrada, Mena&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Qatar vs Ecuador match is set to kick-off. The FIFA World Cup 2022 Matchday 1 encounter will take place today at 9:30 PM IST, 7:00 PM local time. The venue for the match will be Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar.&nbsp;<br />
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Qatar vs Ecuador Form and Head to Head stats Qatar and Ecuador have previously faced each other off three times, with one victory each in the head-to-head matches.

Qatar vs Ecuador Form and Head to Head stats Qatar and Ecuador have previously faced each other off three times, with one victory each in the head-to-head matches. The first encounter between the teams took place in February 1996 and finished in a 1-1 draw. A week later, the South American Giants, Ecuador, won the second game 2-1. In their most recent clash, Qatar won 2-1 in an exciting match in October 2018. Ecuador had two red cards throughout the game, but they responded well, and they ultimately came in second place. It's interesting to note that nine players from that game are now on Qatar's team. Follow Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022 Opening Ceremony, Qatar vs Ecuador Live Updates Here Qatar vs Ecuador group prediction As they are paired with the Netherlands and the African Champions Senegal, Qatar and Ecuador are both the least likely teams in Group A to go to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. However, because both sides will be prepared for the big game, the outcome will be interesting to watch. The outcome will have an impact on both teams' subsequent games as they try to advance to the next round. On November 25, Ecuador will play the Netherlands; the next day, Senegal. On the same day, Qatar will play the same opponents in reverse order. ALSO READ | Did you know Messi trained away from Argentina team? Qatar vs. Ecuador predicted lineup Qatar (4-4-2), Qatar predicted lineup: (Goal Keeper) Al Sheeb; (Defenders) Hassan, Khoukhi, Salman, Kheder; (Midfielders) Hatem, Boudiaf, Waad, Assadalla; (Strikers or Attackers) Ali, Al-Haydos Ecuador (4-3-3), Equador lineup: Dominguez; Arboleda, Arreaga, Castillo, Palacios; Cifuentes, Franco, Gonzalez, Mendez; Estrada, Mena WATCH | Elon Musk reinstates Donald Trump's Twitter account Qatar vs Ecuador match is set to kick-off. The FIFA World Cup 2022 Matchday 1 encounter will take place today at 9:30 PM IST, 7:00 PM local time. The venue for the match will be Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar.

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The most expensive FIFA World Cup ever is all set to kick off in Qatar on Sunday. The mega event will begin with the opening ceremony first followed by the first match between Qatar and Ecuador. Also, this is for the first time in history that the Football World Cup is being hosted in the Middle East.

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<p>Participating in the FIFA World Cup celebrations in its own special way, Google has unveiled an animated Doodle of two boots kicking a football. But hold on! Your favourite players from Messi to Ronaldo to Neymar or Mbappe will undoubtedly kick the ball farther than the Doodle4Google animated boots but there is something more in store for you than just the Doodle. Google has you covered if you want to join in virtually on the action yourself and back your favourite team as the big game approaches.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>How to play for your team?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Simply search for "world cup qatar 2022" on your mobile device to enter the virtual FIFA World Cup 2022 competition and be ready to face off against other players in the multiplayer online game. To assist their preferred team score the most goals, people from all across the world may collaborate. When a real match is scheduled for the World Cup, it will show up in the game menu. Choose the match and the team you want to root for, then join forces with other supporters to rack up the most virtual GOAAAAALLLLS. The virtual match will conclude with a winner when the final buzzer sounds in the actual match!</p>

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<p>Football enthusiasts from all over the world are attending the tournament, which is held every four years. The Middle Eastern nation of Qatar is hosting its inaugural World Cup. Over the next month, players from the national teams of 32 countries will compete in a series of games, culminating on December 18, when one team will be declared the 2022 World Cup Champion.</p>

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<p>The opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2022 will take place on Sunday, November 20th just before the first match between hosts Qatar and Ecuador. The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at 14:00 GMT (19:30 IST).The Black-Eyed Peas, Robbie Williams, and Nora Fatehi are scheduled to sing, according to the Telegraph, and international superstar Shakira, who sung the official World Cup song in 2010, will also be there. In addition to them, Jungkook, one of the South Korean boy band BTS's seven members, is said to be playing.</p>


Participating in the FIFA World Cup celebrations in its own special way, Google has unveiled an animated Doodle of two boots kicking a football. But hold on! Your favourite players from Messi to Ronaldo to Neymar or Mbappe will undoubtedly kick the ball farther than the Doodle4Google animated boots but there is something more in store for you than just the Doodle.

Participating in the FIFA World Cup celebrations in its own special way, Google has unveiled an animated Doodle of two boots kicking a football. But hold on! Your favourite players from Messi to Ronaldo to Neymar or Mbappe will undoubtedly kick the ball farther than the Doodle4Google animated boots but there is something more in store for you than just the Doodle. Google has you covered if you want to join in virtually on the action yourself and back your favourite team as the big game approaches. ALSO READ | FIFA World Cup 2022 opening ceremony: When and where to watch? Who are the performers? How to play for your team? Simply search for "world cup qatar 2022" on your mobile device to enter the virtual FIFA World Cup 2022 competition and be ready to face off against other players in the multiplayer online game. To assist their preferred team score the most goals, people from all across the world may collaborate. When a real match is scheduled for the World Cup, it will show up in the game menu. Choose the match and the team you want to root for, then join forces with other supporters to rack up the most virtual GOAAAAALLLLS. The virtual match will conclude with a winner when the final buzzer sounds in the actual match! ALSO READ | Big blow to France as Karim Benzema ruled out of FIFA World Cup due to injury Football enthusiasts from all over the world are attending the tournament, which is held every four years. The Middle Eastern nation of Qatar is hosting its inaugural World Cup. Over the next month, players from the national teams of 32 countries will compete in a series of games, culminating on December 18, when one team will be declared the 2022 World Cup Champion. WATCH | Nepal goes to polls amid political instability The opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2022 will take place on Sunday, November 20th just before the first match between hosts Qatar and Ecuador. The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at 14:00 GMT (19:30 IST).The Black-Eyed Peas, Robbie Williams, and Nora Fatehi are scheduled to sing, according to the Telegraph, and international superstar Shakira, who sung the official World Cup song in 2010, will also be there. In addition to them, Jungkook, one of the South Korean boy band BTS's seven members, is said to be playing.

Doodle4Google celebrates Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022, Here's how you can back your favourite squad

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has arrived to Doha to attend the 2022 Qatar World Cup's opening ceremony on Sunday

Saudi crown prince in Qatar for World Cup opening ceremony

Qatar's emir has hit out at the criticism faced by his nation ahead of the football world cup. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Qatar's Emir hits out at criticism

In his opening press conference for the World Cup in Qatar on Saturday, FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasised support for the LGBTQ community and migrant workers. “Today I feel Qatari, today I feel Arab, today I feel African, today I feel gay, today I feel disabled, today I feel a migrant worker,” he said.

Qatar World Cup 2022: FIFA Chief speaks on migrant workers

Two F-16 fighter jets escorted the Polish soccer team on Thursday as the group headed to Qatar for the 2022 World Cup.

Watch: Polish football team escorted by F-16 jets for FIFA World Cup in Qatar

<p>The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on November 20 in Qatar. Ahead of the World Cup, a lot of updates from Qatar have made the headlines. On Thursday (November 17), a new development has come forward that Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have said no to five-star luxury and will lodge at student halls at the Qatar University, Doha. They have done so to enjoy the traditional beef barbecues during the showpiece event in the Middle East.</p>

<p>While players from other teams checked-in in city's expensive hotels, Messi and his teammates have headed straight to the student halls of the Qatar University, as per a report in Daily Mail. It is to be noted that the decision was taken after the Argentine football officials came to a conclusion that living in student halls will enable them to organise mouth-watering asados, traditional barbecues, etc. In addition, a&nbsp;special asado chef will be available for the players&nbsp;to ensure that beef and other preferred meals are cooked as it would be in Argentina.</p>

<p><strong>'We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar'</strong></p>

<p>In this regard, a source from the Argentina Football Association told Mail Online, "We visited the campus several times and chose it because not only does it have great facilities but it also has open air space for asados. This is very important to the players and Argentines in general, it’s part of our culture. We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar and the best way to do this is to make sure that they get a taste of home while focusing on the football."</p>

<p>He added: "You could say other teams have opted to stay in more luxurious accommodation but our team is the best in the world which also deserves the best beef. Our focus is to win the World Cup, not the quality of the hotel we are staying in."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wait-what-female-fans-in-qatar-might-find-themselves-in-jail-if-not-dressed-properly-during-fifa-world-cup-534824">Wait, what? Female fans in Qatar might find themselves in jail if not dressed properly during FIFA World Cup</a></strong></p>

<p>Argentina will begin their campaign in the forthcoming Qatar World Cup versus Saudi Arabia on November 22 (Tuesday). They are placed in Group C along with Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 id="argentina-world-cup-squad-0">Argentina World Cup 2022 Final Squad</h2>

<p>Emiliano Martinez, Franco Armani,&nbsp;Nahuel Molina,&nbsp;Gonzalo Montiel,&nbsp;German Pezzella,&nbsp;Nicolas Otamendi,&nbsp;Cristian Romero,&nbsp;Lisandro Martinez,&nbsp;Nicolas Tagliafico, Marcos Acuna, Juan Foyth,&nbsp;Guido Rodriguez, Rodrigo De Paul, Exequiel Palacios,&nbsp;Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Alejandro Gomez,&nbsp;Leandro Paredes,&nbsp;Lionel Messi (c),&nbsp; Nicolas Gonzalez, Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala, Julian Alvarez, Joaquin Correa, Angel Di Maria</p>


The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on November 20 in Qatar. Ahead of the World Cup, a lot of updates from Qatar have made the headlines. On Thursday (November 17), a new development has come forward that Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have said no to five-star luxury and will lodge at student halls at the Qatar University, Doha.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on November 20 in Qatar. Ahead of the World Cup, a lot of updates from Qatar have made the headlines. On Thursday (November 17), a new development has come forward that Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have said no to five-star luxury and will lodge at student halls at the Qatar University, Doha. They have done so to enjoy the traditional beef barbecues during the showpiece event in the Middle East. While players from other teams checked-in in city's expensive hotels, Messi and his teammates have headed straight to the student halls of the Qatar University, as per a report in Daily Mail. It is to be noted that the decision was taken after the Argentine football officials came to a conclusion that living in student halls will enable them to organise mouth-watering asados, traditional barbecues, etc. In addition, a special asado chef will be available for the players to ensure that beef and other preferred meals are cooked as it would be in Argentina. 'We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar' In this regard, a source from the Argentina Football Association told Mail Online, "We visited the campus several times and chose it because not only does it have great facilities but it also has open air space for asados. This is very important to the players and Argentines in general, it’s part of our culture. We want to make them feel at home while they are in Qatar and the best way to do this is to make sure that they get a taste of home while focusing on the football." He added: "You could say other teams have opted to stay in more luxurious accommodation but our team is the best in the world which also deserves the best beef. Our focus is to win the World Cup, not the quality of the hotel we are staying in." Also read: Wait, what? Female fans in Qatar might find themselves in jail if not dressed properly during FIFA World Cup Argentina will begin their campaign in the forthcoming Qatar World Cup versus Saudi Arabia on November 22 (Tuesday). They are placed in Group C along with Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland. Argentina World Cup 2022 Final Squad Emiliano Martinez, Franco Armani, Nahuel Molina, Gonzalo Montiel, German Pezzella, Nicolas Otamendi, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico, Marcos Acuna, Juan Foyth, Guido Rodriguez, Rodrigo De Paul, Exequiel Palacios, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Alejandro Gomez, Leandro Paredes, Lionel Messi (c), Nicolas Gonzalez, Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala, Julian Alvarez, Joaquin Correa, Angel Di Maria

FIFA WC: Messi & Co. say no to five-star luxury for student halls to relish traditional beef barbecues

<p>The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway in Qatar on November 20. Before all the action begins on the field, a lot of controversies have emerged in the run-up to the showpiece event. From a lot being said and written about the human rights violation in Qatar to a Danish reporter very recently being threatened by Qatari officials, a lot of drama has unfolded with regard to the mega tournament.</p>

<p>Ahead of Qatar 2022, another update has made heads turn. Female fans, coming from other countries, have been advised to dress properly and not wear anything that is too revealing during the upcoming FIFA World Cup.&nbsp;If any female fan fails to comply with this,&nbsp;she can be in big trouble and land herself&nbsp;in jail. It is to be noted that the laws in Qatar ban women from wearing tight clothes and showing their body parts in public. It falls under&nbsp;a punishable offence.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-qatar-officials-threaten-reporter-on-live-tv-apologise-after-video-goes-viral-watch-534783">FIFA World Cup: Qatar officials threaten reporter on live TV, apologise after video goes viral - WATCH</a></strong></p>

<p>The FIFA website, on the other hand,&nbsp;stated&nbsp;that women can wear anything they like but will have to keep in mind the strict laws of Qatar.&nbsp;"People can generally wear their clothing of choice. Visitors are expected to cover their shoulders and knees when visiting public places like museums and other government buildings," the World Cup website states.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the&nbsp;Chief technology officer of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar Niyas Abdulrahiman pointed out, "We have high-resolution special cameras to zoom in on a particular seat and clearly see the spectator. It’s being recorded, so that will help us in any post-event investigation."</p>

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The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway in Qatar on November 20. Before all the action begins on the field, a lot of controversies have emerged in the run-up to the showpiece event.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway in Qatar on November 20. Before all the action begins on the field, a lot of controversies have emerged in the run-up to the showpiece event. From a lot being said and written about the human rights violation in Qatar to a Danish reporter very recently being threatened by Qatari officials, a lot of drama has unfolded with regard to the mega tournament. Ahead of Qatar 2022, another update has made heads turn. Female fans, coming from other countries, have been advised to dress properly and not wear anything that is too revealing during the upcoming FIFA World Cup. If any female fan fails to comply with this, she can be in big trouble and land herself in jail. It is to be noted that the laws in Qatar ban women from wearing tight clothes and showing their body parts in public. It falls under a punishable offence. Also read: FIFA World Cup: Qatar officials threaten reporter on live TV, apologise after video goes viral - WATCH The FIFA website, on the other hand, stated that women can wear anything they like but will have to keep in mind the strict laws of Qatar. "People can generally wear their clothing of choice. Visitors are expected to cover their shoulders and knees when visiting public places like museums and other government buildings," the World Cup website states. Meanwhile, the Chief technology officer of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar Niyas Abdulrahiman pointed out, "We have high-resolution special cameras to zoom in on a particular seat and clearly see the spectator. It’s being recorded, so that will help us in any post-event investigation." ×

Wait, what? Female fans in Qatar might find themselves in jail if not dressed properly during FIFA World Cup

<p>The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition, in Qatar, is set to get underway in a few days. The World Cup is keenly awaited but a lot of negative publicity has happened due to the work culture and strict rules&nbsp;in Qatar. Ahead of the tournament's opener, on November 20, a big controversy erupted when a Danish reporter's live TV broadcast was interrupted by Qatar officials.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The security guard approached the reporter named Rasmus Tantholdt on a golf buggy, located close to Chedi Hotel at Katara Cultural Village. In a video that has gone viral in no time on social media platforms,&nbsp;Tantholdt's live recording had got hampered by the interruption of&nbsp;security officials. The member displayed his accreditation and accused the Qatari officials of wanting to break the camera set.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the clip, the reporter can be heard saying, "You invited the whole world here. Why can't we film?".&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Here's the viral video:</strong></p>

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<p>"Upon inspection of the crew's valid tournament accreditation and filming permit, an apology was made to the broadcaster by on-site security before the crew resumed their activity. Tournament organisers have since spoken to the journalist and issued an advisory to all entities to respect the filming permits in place for the tournament," the Supreme Committee's statement read.</p>

<p>Prior to the Qatar World Cup's commencement, former FIFA President Sepp Blatter had accepted that awarding World Cup rights to Qatar -- which has a history of human rights violations -- was a mistake.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is too small of a country. Football and the World Cup are too big for it," Blatter told Swiss newspaper Tages Anzeiger, as per Reuters. "It was a bad choice. And I was responsible for that as president at the time," he added.</p>


The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition, in Qatar, is set to get underway in a few days. The World Cup is keenly awaited but a lot of negative publicity has happened due to the work culture and strict rules in Qatar.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition, in Qatar, is set to get underway in a few days. The World Cup is keenly awaited but a lot of negative publicity has happened due to the work culture and strict rules in Qatar. Ahead of the tournament's opener, on November 20, a big controversy erupted when a Danish reporter's live TV broadcast was interrupted by Qatar officials. The security guard approached the reporter named Rasmus Tantholdt on a golf buggy, located close to Chedi Hotel at Katara Cultural Village. In a video that has gone viral in no time on social media platforms, Tantholdt's live recording had got hampered by the interruption of security officials. The member displayed his accreditation and accused the Qatari officials of wanting to break the camera set. In the clip, the reporter can be heard saying, "You invited the whole world here. Why can't we film?". Here's the viral video: pic.twitter.com/ODgE3m06YI — world cup out of context (@unluckyfootie) November 16, 2022 × Also read: From Brazil to France: Listing winners of past five editions of the FIFA World Cup "Upon inspection of the crew's valid tournament accreditation and filming permit, an apology was made to the broadcaster by on-site security before the crew resumed their activity. Tournament organisers have since spoken to the journalist and issued an advisory to all entities to respect the filming permits in place for the tournament," the Supreme Committee's statement read. Prior to the Qatar World Cup's commencement, former FIFA President Sepp Blatter had accepted that awarding World Cup rights to Qatar -- which has a history of human rights violations -- was a mistake. "It is too small of a country. Football and the World Cup are too big for it," Blatter told Swiss newspaper Tages Anzeiger, as per Reuters. "It was a bad choice. And I was responsible for that as president at the time," he added.

FIFA World Cup: Qatar officials threaten reporter on live TV, apologise after video goes viral - WATCH

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<p>Congratulatory messages have been pouring in for the T20 World Cup-winning team England after they won the final clash against Pakistan. On the other hand, the Babar Azam-led team was consoled by the Pakistan cricket fraternity.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jos Buttler's side scripted history as they beat Pakistan by five wickets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday (November 13) to win their second Twenty20 World Cup title. England became the first dual white-ball champions, as now they hold both the 50- and 20-over titles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the final match, England's captain Buttler won the toss and opted to bowl first. Englishmen restricted Pakistan to 137-8, with stunning spells by Sam Curran (3-12) and Adil Rashid (2-22).&nbsp;</p>

<p>While chasing, all-rounder Ben Stokes (52*) helped the team to reach the target of 138 after losing five wickets with six balls to spare. Moeen Ali (19) also scored crucial runs in the end.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>There was a moment when Pakistan were trying to make a comeback, but Shaheen Afridi walking off the field with an apparent knee injury appeared to be a turning point in the game. Afridi left the field after bowling one ball in the 16th over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Men In Green looked heartbroken after the loss, but the Pakistan cricket fraternity sent messages to comfort the team and congratulated them for their performance throughout the series.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Keep smiling , Keep working Hard , well played and congratulations Team England . <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakVsEngFinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakVsEngFinal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20Iworldcup2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20Iworldcup2022</a> <a href="https://t.co/HtrTGNHeDO">pic.twitter.com/HtrTGNHeDO</a></p>
— Rashid Latif | 🇵🇰 (@iRashidLatif68) <a href="https://twitter.com/iRashidLatif68/status/1591763995127865345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Remember the day we lost final in 2007,everyone broke in to tears in dressing room,Never easy to swallow the loss in World Cup final..boys fought well today and they need our backing ,we are proud of them all. well fought <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakVsEngFinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakVsEngFinal</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We saw a good fight, was a low total 2defend &amp; our young talent tried their best ! That’s what we want from them. England played well &amp; hard . Congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/ECB_cricket?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ECB_cricket</a> for their great brand of cricket - however <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamPakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamPakistan</a> you should be very proud of yourself <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKvsEng?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PAKvsEng</a></p>
— Azhar Mahmood (@AzharMahmood11) <a href="https://twitter.com/AzharMahmood11/status/1591759504881975302?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations England 🇬🇧<br />
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From almost being out of tournament to playing the final at MCG is a big deal in itself boys, all of you fought really well we backed you throughout and will continue doing so...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCupFinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCupFinal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cricket?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cricket</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakistanZindabad?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakistanZindabad</a> 🇵🇰</p>
— Hassan Ali 🇵🇰 (@RealHa55an) <a href="https://twitter.com/RealHa55an/status/1591759665897013248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations to the king of white ball cricket <a href="https://twitter.com/ECB_cricket?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ECB_cricket</a> yet another world cup …and for pakistani bowlers u made ur whole country proud 🇵🇰 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakistanZindabad?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakistanZindabad</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The batting side dug a hole that even the worlds best bowling couldn’t fill. Outstanding effort by the team to get to the final against all odds and a great game of cricket. England came well prepared. Chin up boys, we are the runners up of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/xbRAonpIKS">https://t.co/xbRAonpIKS</a></p>
— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/SAfridiOfficial/status/1591760476643692544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We love u &amp; proud of u all team Pakistan. We should all proud of the incredible journey to get to the final. U guys inspired many with ur resilience &amp; team unity. Thank u team Pakistan for lovely &amp; amazing memories <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ICCT20WorldCup2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ICCT20WorldCup2022</a> <a href="https://t.co/dmqmZeBRmg">pic.twitter.com/dmqmZeBRmg</a></p>
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Reaching Final was An absolutely Amazing Journey And we Fought really hard to get here..Chin up Boys! Fighting and giving our 💯 is our Job the Result is in Allah’s glory and we can’t change that..Better Luck Next Time INSHALLAH🇵🇰✨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EngvsPak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EngvsPak</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Final</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/ECB_cricket?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ECB_cricket</a> for winning <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup2022</a> bowled smartly batted with aggression and <a href="https://twitter.com/benstokes38?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@benstokes38</a> always cool at the finals 👏👏</p>
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<p>After the match,&nbsp;Pakistan's captain Babar Azam said: "Congratulations to England, they deserve to be champions and fought well."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thanking the fans, he said, "We felt like home here, got great support at every venue. Thanks for your support."</p>

<p>Reflecting on the match against England, Babar said: "I just told the boys to play our natural game, but we fell 20 runs short and the boys fought well with the ball. Our bowling is one of the best attacks in the world. Unfortunately, Shaheen's injury put us off, but that's part of the game."&nbsp;</p>


Congratulatory messages have been pouring in for the T20 World Cup-winning team England after they won the final clash against Pakistan. On the other hand, the Babar Azam-led team was consoled by the Pakistan cricket fraternity.

Congratulatory messages have been pouring in for the T20 World Cup-winning team England after they won the final clash against Pakistan. On the other hand, the Babar Azam-led team was consoled by the Pakistan cricket fraternity. Jos Buttler's side scripted history as they beat Pakistan by five wickets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday (November 13) to win their second Twenty20 World Cup title. England became the first dual white-ball champions, as now they hold both the 50- and 20-over titles. In the final match, England's captain Buttler won the toss and opted to bowl first. Englishmen restricted Pakistan to 137-8, with stunning spells by Sam Curran (3-12) and Adil Rashid (2-22). While chasing, all-rounder Ben Stokes (52*) helped the team to reach the target of 138 after losing five wickets with six balls to spare. Moeen Ali (19) also scored crucial runs in the end. IN PICS | T20 World Cup 2022: Key moments from final clash between England vs Pakistan There was a moment when Pakistan were trying to make a comeback, but Shaheen Afridi walking off the field with an apparent knee injury appeared to be a turning point in the game. Afridi left the field after bowling one ball in the 16th over. The Men In Green looked heartbroken after the loss, but the Pakistan cricket fraternity sent messages to comfort the team and congratulated them for their performance throughout the series. Hard luck 💔😔 pakistan 🇵🇰 — Umar Akmal (@Umar96Akmal) November 13, 2022 × Keep smiling , Keep working Hard , well played and congratulations Team England . #PakVsEngFinal #T20Iworldcup2022 pic.twitter.com/HtrTGNHeDO — Rashid Latif | 🇵🇰 (@iRashidLatif68) November 13, 2022 × Remember the day we lost final in 2007,everyone broke in to tears in dressing room,Never easy to swallow the loss in World Cup final..boys fought well today and they need our backing ,we are proud of them all. well fought #PakVsEngFinal — Sohail Tanveer (@sohailmalik614) November 13, 2022 × We saw a good fight, was a low total 2defend & our young talent tried their best ! That’s what we want from them. England played well & hard . Congratulations to @ECB_cricket for their great brand of cricket - however #TeamPakistan you should be very proud of yourself #PAKvsEng — Azhar Mahmood (@AzharMahmood11) November 13, 2022 × Congratulations England 🇬🇧 From almost being out of tournament to playing the final at MCG is a big deal in itself boys, all of you fought really well we backed you throughout and will continue doing so...#T20WorldCupFinal #Cricket#PakistanZindabad 🇵🇰 — Hassan Ali 🇵🇰 (@RealHa55an) November 13, 2022 × Congratulations to the king of white ball cricket @ECB_cricket yet another world cup …and for pakistani bowlers u made ur whole country proud 🇵🇰 #PakistanZindabad — Imad Wasim (@simadwasim) November 13, 2022 × The batting side dug a hole that even the worlds best bowling couldn’t fill. Outstanding effort by the team to get to the final against all odds and a great game of cricket. England came well prepared. Chin up boys, we are the runners up of the #T20WorldCup https://t.co/xbRAonpIKS — Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) November 13, 2022 × We love u & proud of u all team Pakistan. We should all proud of the incredible journey to get to the final. U guys inspired many with ur resilience & team unity. Thank u team Pakistan for lovely & amazing memories #ICCT20WorldCup2022 pic.twitter.com/dmqmZeBRmg — Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22) November 13, 2022 × 💔 — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) November 13, 2022 × It was always going to be @TheRealPCB bowling up against @ECB_cricket batting power house . But we didn’t have enough on the board . Great fight still by @TheRealPCB bowlers .in the end better team in the day won . Congratulations to @ECB_cricket — Salman Butt (@im_SalmanButt) November 13, 2022 × -Congratulations England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Reaching Final was An absolutely Amazing Journey And we Fought really hard to get here..Chin up Boys! Fighting and giving our 💯 is our Job the Result is in Allah’s glory and we can’t change that..Better Luck Next Time INSHALLAH🇵🇰✨#EngvsPak #Final — Saeed Ajmal (@REALsaeedajmal) November 13, 2022 × Hard luck team green @TheRealPCB and congratulations to @ECB_cricket for being crowned as the world T20 champions. We put a lot of effort but couldn’t make it, a lot to learn from our mistakes and work on them ahead. Chin up and let’s go forward with pride! #PakvsEng2022 — Umar Gul (@mdk_gul) November 13, 2022 × Hard luck team green @TheRealPCB and congratulations to @ECB_cricket for being crowned as the world T20 champions. We put a lot of effort but couldn’t make it, a lot to learn from our mistakes and work on them ahead. Chin up and let’s go forward with pride! #PakvsEng2022 — Umar Gul (@mdk_gul) November 13, 2022 × Congratulations @ECB_cricket for winning #T20WorldCup2022 bowled smartly batted with aggression and @benstokes38 always cool at the finals 👏👏 — Azhar Ali (@AzharAli_) November 13, 2022 × ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Player of the series Sam Curran says, 'I don't think I should be getting this' After the match, Pakistan's captain Babar Azam said: "Congratulations to England, they deserve to be champions and fought well." Thanking the fans, he said, "We felt like home here, got great support at every venue. Thanks for your support." Reflecting on the match against England, Babar said: "I just told the boys to play our natural game, but we fell 20 runs short and the boys fought well with the ball. Our bowling is one of the best attacks in the world. Unfortunately, Shaheen's injury put us off, but that's part of the game."

From Shahid Afridi to Umar Akmal: Pakistan cricket fraternity mourns T20 World Cup defeat

England has beaten Pakistan to win the ICC Men's T20 World Championship. The team scored 138 runs in 19 overs.

England beat Pakistan by five wickets to win the 2022 ICC Men's T20 World Cup title

From Brazil to France: Listing winners of past five editions of the FIFA World Cup

<p>French&nbsp;financial prosecutors (PNF) have been searching the headquarters of 'France 2023' as part of a preliminary investigation into the management of the&nbsp;rugby&nbsp;World Cup organising committee, the PNF said on Wednesday. "In early October 2022, the PNF opened a preliminary investigation into charges of favouritism, influence peddling, corruption and any other related offence relating to the management of GIP France 2023. The investigation was entrusted to the Paris research section (gendarmerie)," the PNF said in a statement to Reuters.</p>

<p>"It follows a joint report from the Inspectorate General of Finance and the Inspectorate General of Education, Sport and Research. "A search is under way at various points, including the headquarters of GIP France 2023." France 2023 said in a statement to Reuters that the search was "a continuation of the mission of the General Inspectorate of Finances, mandated this summer by the government to verify the management of the entities of the Organizing Committee (GIP, GIE and Endowment Fund) with the General Inspectorate of National Education, Sport and Research.</p>

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<p>"France 2023 will not comment further on the subject." The&nbsp;rugby&nbsp;World Cup in France will be held from Sept 8-Oct 28, 2023. Last month, the CEO of France 2023, Claude Atcher, was sacked after a report found that he had overseen "an extremely degraded social environment" at the organising committee.</p>


French financial prosecutors (PNF) have been searching the headquarters of 'France 2023' as part of a preliminary investigation into the management of the rugby World Cup organising committee, the PNF said on Wednesday.

French financial prosecutors (PNF) have been searching the headquarters of 'France 2023' as part of a preliminary investigation into the management of the rugby World Cup organising committee, the PNF said on Wednesday. "In early October 2022, the PNF opened a preliminary investigation into charges of favouritism, influence peddling, corruption and any other related offence relating to the management of GIP France 2023. The investigation was entrusted to the Paris research section (gendarmerie)," the PNF said in a statement to Reuters. "It follows a joint report from the Inspectorate General of Finance and the Inspectorate General of Education, Sport and Research. "A search is under way at various points, including the headquarters of GIP France 2023." France 2023 said in a statement to Reuters that the search was "a continuation of the mission of the General Inspectorate of Finances, mandated this summer by the government to verify the management of the entities of the Organizing Committee (GIP, GIE and Endowment Fund) with the General Inspectorate of National Education, Sport and Research. ALSO READ | Jessica Korda ruled out of remainder of LPGA season with injury concerns "France 2023 will not comment further on the subject." The rugby World Cup in France will be held from Sept 8-Oct 28, 2023. Last month, the CEO of France 2023, Claude Atcher, was sacked after a report found that he had overseen "an extremely degraded social environment" at the organising committee.

Prosecutors search France 2023 offices as part of financial preliminary investigation

<p>The stage is set for the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. After a riveting end to the Super 12 round, the four teams who are still alive in the competition are India, New Zealand, England and Pakistan. While the Black Caps, the 2021 runners-up, were the first to qualify for the semis, England and India followed suit before Pakistan rode on luck and a hard-fought win over Bangladesh to become the final team to proceed to the last four round.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While New Zealand take on the one-time winners Pakistan in the first semi-final, at the SCG, Sydeny on Wednesday (November 09), the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue lock horns with England in the second knockout game, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Thursday (November 10). As it has been a rain-marred tournament, with many games being abandoned without a ball being bowled, here's a look at what are the rules for the reserve day if rain once again makes an appearance and plays spoilsport during the semis and the final, on November 13 at the MCG, Melbourne:</p>

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<p>In order&nbsp;to prevent washouts in the knockouts, the International Cricket Council (ICC) came forward with a reserve day. It is to be noted that the reserve day will only come into effect&nbsp;if the match proceedings are hampered, with conditions applied:</p>

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<p><strong>T20 World Cup 2022: All you need to know about the Reserve Day rule -</strong></p>

<p>The reserve day will come into play only if at least 10 overs per side aren't possible on the scheduled dates (of the semi-finals and final). If the&nbsp;match doesn't even produce a complete 10-over-a-side contest, the game would be enter the reserve day. In case the two teams cross the 10-over mark and then rain plays spoilsport, then the outcome will be determined courtesy of the DLS method and won't be stretched to the following day.</p>

<p>India, England, Pakistan and NZ have a combined of three trophies between them. Barring NZ, all have won the trophy at least once. Who will walk away with the mega title this time around? Only time will tell...</p>
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The stage is set for the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. After a riveting end to the Super 12 round, the four teams who are still alive in the competition are India, New Zealand, England and Pakistan.

The stage is set for the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. After a riveting end to the Super 12 round, the four teams who are still alive in the competition are India, New Zealand, England and Pakistan. While the Black Caps, the 2021 runners-up, were the first to qualify for the semis, England and India followed suit before Pakistan rode on luck and a hard-fought win over Bangladesh to become the final team to proceed to the last four round. While New Zealand take on the one-time winners Pakistan in the first semi-final, at the SCG, Sydeny on Wednesday (November 09), the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue lock horns with England in the second knockout game, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Thursday (November 10). As it has been a rain-marred tournament, with many games being abandoned without a ball being bowled, here's a look at what are the rules for the reserve day if rain once again makes an appearance and plays spoilsport during the semis and the final, on November 13 at the MCG, Melbourne: ALSO READ | 'He’s earned the right to...' - Ben Stokes all praise for Virat Kohli ahead of India-ENG T20 WC semi-final In order to prevent washouts in the knockouts, the International Cricket Council (ICC) came forward with a reserve day. It is to be noted that the reserve day will only come into effect if the match proceedings are hampered, with conditions applied: T20 World Cup 2022: All you need to know about the Reserve Day rule - The reserve day will come into play only if at least 10 overs per side aren't possible on the scheduled dates (of the semi-finals and final). If the match doesn't even produce a complete 10-over-a-side contest, the game would be enter the reserve day. In case the two teams cross the 10-over mark and then rain plays spoilsport, then the outcome will be determined courtesy of the DLS method and won't be stretched to the following day. India, England, Pakistan and NZ have a combined of three trophies between them. Barring NZ, all have won the trophy at least once. Who will walk away with the mega title this time around? Only time will tell...

T20 WC 2022: EXPLAINED! What is the reserve day scenario for NZ vs Pak, India-ENG semifinals & final

<p>A&nbsp;Qatar&nbsp;World Cup ambassador has told German television broadcaster ZDF that homosexuality was "damage in the mind", as the Gulf state prepares to host the global tournament in less than two weeks. In an interview filmed in Doha and to be screened later on Tuesday, former&nbsp;Qatari international Khalid Salman addressed the issue of homosexuality, which is illegal in the conservative Muslim country.</p>

<p>Some soccer players have raised concerns over the rights of fans travelling to the event, especially LGBT+ individuals and women, whom rights groups say&nbsp;Qatari laws discriminate against. The country expects more than one million visitors for the World Cup. "They have to accept our rules here," Salman said, in an excerpt of the interview. "(Homosexuality) is haram. You know what haram (forbidden) means?," he said. When asked why it was haram, Salman said: "I am not a strict Muslim but why is it haram? Because it is damage in the mind."</p>

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<p>The interview was then immediately stopped by an accompanying official.&nbsp;Qatar's World Cup organisers, when contacted by Reuters, declined to comment. World soccer's ruling body FIFA did not immediately respond to a request for a comment. Organisers have repeatedly said everyone was welcome in&nbsp;Qatar&nbsp;during the World Cup.</p>

<p>Qatar&nbsp;is the first Middle Eastern country to host the World Cup but the small nation has come under intense pressure in recent years for its treatment of foreign workers and restrictive social laws. The country's human rights record has led to calls for teams and officials to boycott the Nov. 20-Dec. 18 tournament.</p>


A Qatar World Cup ambassador has told German television broadcaster ZDF that homosexuality was "damage in the mind", as the Gulf state prepares to host the global tournament in less than two weeks.

A Qatar World Cup ambassador has told German television broadcaster ZDF that homosexuality was "damage in the mind", as the Gulf state prepares to host the global tournament in less than two weeks. In an interview filmed in Doha and to be screened later on Tuesday, former Qatari international Khalid Salman addressed the issue of homosexuality, which is illegal in the conservative Muslim country. Some soccer players have raised concerns over the rights of fans travelling to the event, especially LGBT+ individuals and women, whom rights groups say Qatari laws discriminate against. The country expects more than one million visitors for the World Cup. "They have to accept our rules here," Salman said, in an excerpt of the interview. "(Homosexuality) is haram. You know what haram (forbidden) means?," he said. When asked why it was haram, Salman said: "I am not a strict Muslim but why is it haram? Because it is damage in the mind." ALSO READ | From Erling Haaland to Luis Diaz: Superstar footballers who won't be seen in FIFA World Cup in Qatar The interview was then immediately stopped by an accompanying official. Qatar's World Cup organisers, when contacted by Reuters, declined to comment. World soccer's ruling body FIFA did not immediately respond to a request for a comment. Organisers have repeatedly said everyone was welcome in Qatar during the World Cup. Qatar is the first Middle Eastern country to host the World Cup but the small nation has come under intense pressure in recent years for its treatment of foreign workers and restrictive social laws. The country's human rights record has led to calls for teams and officials to boycott the Nov. 20-Dec. 18 tournament.

Qatar World Cup ambassador shares take on homosexuality, says it is 'damage in the mind'

<p>Pakistan and New Zealand are set to lock horns in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 09). After topping Group 1 in the Super 12 round, the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps had assured themselves of playing the first semi-final whereas a run of green, with the Netherlands defeating title contenders South Africa, helped Babar Azam &amp; Co. remain alive and proceed to the semi-final round.</p>

<p>Thus, Pakistan and New Zealand are all set to face each other in back-to-back T20 WCs. In last year's edition, in the UAE, Babar-led Men in Green defeated the Kiwis by five wickets in an intense clash in Sharjah during the Super 12s. This time around, the stakes are higher given a ticket for the final is up for grabs. So far, the two teams have played each other on five occasions in the ICC semi-finals.</p>

<p><strong>Pakistan v New Zealand in SFs of ICC events:</strong></p>

<p>WC 1992: Pak beat NZ, Auckland&nbsp;<br />
WC 1999: Pak beat NZ, Manchester&nbsp;<br />
CT 2000: NZ beat Pak, Nairobi<br />
WT20 2007: Pak beat NZ, Cape Town<br />
CT 2009: NZ beat Pak, Johannesburg</p>

<p>Pakistan leads NZ 3-2 but anything can happen on any day. Given Kiwis have become much more confident and consistent in WCs over the years, the Asian giants have a stern test. <strong>Let's have a look at the weather forecast for the epic face-off at the SCG, Sydney:</strong></p>

<p>As per the weather reports, the temperature of Sydney city on Wednesday&nbsp;will be 22° Celcius during the day and it will come down to 15° Celcius at night. While the sky will be partly cloudy during the course of the&nbsp;day, there should be no concerns for the cricket fans as it is expected to be an uninterrupted match.</p>

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<p>The chances of rain are 24% during the day and only 7% at night. Since the NZ vs PAK face-off will commence at 7 pm in the evening as per the&nbsp;local time, rain is unlikely to make a presence or&nbsp;impact the proceedings. The humidity is expected to be 62% during the day whereas&nbsp;68% at night.</p>

<p>Which side will have the last laugh and become the first team to enter the final of the T20 WC 2022 edition? Only&nbsp;time will tell...</p>


Pakistan and New Zealand are set to lock horns in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 09). After topping Group 1 in the Super 12 round, the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps had assured themselves of playing the first semi-final whereas a run of green, with the Netherlands defeating title contenders South Africa, helped Babar Azam & Co.

Pakistan and New Zealand are set to lock horns in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 09). After topping Group 1 in the Super 12 round, the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps had assured themselves of playing the first semi-final whereas a run of green, with the Netherlands defeating title contenders South Africa, helped Babar Azam & Co. remain alive and proceed to the semi-final round. Thus, Pakistan and New Zealand are all set to face each other in back-to-back T20 WCs. In last year's edition, in the UAE, Babar-led Men in Green defeated the Kiwis by five wickets in an intense clash in Sharjah during the Super 12s. This time around, the stakes are higher given a ticket for the final is up for grabs. So far, the two teams have played each other on five occasions in the ICC semi-finals. Pakistan v New Zealand in SFs of ICC events: WC 1992: Pak beat NZ, Auckland WC 1999: Pak beat NZ, Manchester CT 2000: NZ beat Pak, Nairobi WT20 2007: Pak beat NZ, Cape Town CT 2009: NZ beat Pak, Johannesburg Pakistan leads NZ 3-2 but anything can happen on any day. Given Kiwis have become much more confident and consistent in WCs over the years, the Asian giants have a stern test. Let's have a look at the weather forecast for the epic face-off at the SCG, Sydney: As per the weather reports, the temperature of Sydney city on Wednesday will be 22° Celcius during the day and it will come down to 15° Celcius at night. While the sky will be partly cloudy during the course of the day, there should be no concerns for the cricket fans as it is expected to be an uninterrupted match. ALSO READ | T20 WC: Rohit, Dravid, Kohli have given up their business class seats for Indian pacers - Reports The chances of rain are 24% during the day and only 7% at night. Since the NZ vs PAK face-off will commence at 7 pm in the evening as per the local time, rain is unlikely to make a presence or impact the proceedings. The humidity is expected to be 62% during the day whereas 68% at night. Which side will have the last laugh and become the first team to enter the final of the T20 WC 2022 edition? Only time will tell...

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<p>Virat Kohli had spoken about the text he received from MS Dhoni after regaining form in the Asia Cup. After India's Super 4 round defeat to Pakistan, Kohli had revealed how Dhoni messaged him when he left Test captaincy, early this year, and spoke at length about the camaraderie between the two in a post-match presser. "When I left Test captaincy, MS Dhoni was the only one among all the cricketers I had played with before who texted me. A lot of people have my number but he was the only one who texted me. It comes from the genuine respect that we have from each other. There is no insecurity from either end in our equation."</p>

<p>Months later, the 34-year-old Kohli shared the details of Dhoni's text while speaking on&nbsp;<em>RCB Podcast</em>&nbsp;to Danish Sait. The former Indian captain said, "The only person who genuinely reached out to me was MS Dhoni. For me, that is such a blessing to know that I could have a such a strong bond and relationship with someone who is so senior to me. It's more like a friendship based on a lot of mutual respect, and that's one of the things he mentioned in the same message reaching out to me. It was, 'when you are expected to be strong and looked at as a strong individual, people forget to ask you how you are doing'."</p>

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<p>“It hit home to me. I was like, 'this is it'. I have always been looked at like someone who is very confident, very mentally strong, who can endure any situation and circumstance, find a way and show us the way. Sometimes, what you realise is that at any given time, you really need to take a couple of steps back and understand how you are doing, how your well-being is,” the superstar cricketer further added.</p>

<p>When Kohli received a text from Dhoni, he was battling a rough phase with the bat. After a break, he rejoined the team during the Asia Cup and ended as the second-highest run-getter in the continental tournament, with two half-centuries and a ton, and since then, it has been no looking back for the star batter. In the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Kohli is the leading run-getter after the end of the Super 12 round and will spearhead India's batting department in the knockouts as well.</p>

<p>Dhoni's texts for Kohli definitely left a big and positive impact on the latter; helping him recover from his poor form and he will now look to score big and guide India to their second T20 WC title in the ongoing edition in Australia.&nbsp;</p>


Virat Kohli had spoken about the text he received from MS Dhoni after regaining form in the Asia Cup. After India's Super 4 round defeat to Pakistan, Kohli had revealed how Dhoni messaged him when he left Test captaincy, early this year, and spoke at length about the camaraderie between the two in a post-match presser.

Virat Kohli had spoken about the text he received from MS Dhoni after regaining form in the Asia Cup. After India's Super 4 round defeat to Pakistan, Kohli had revealed how Dhoni messaged him when he left Test captaincy, early this year, and spoke at length about the camaraderie between the two in a post-match presser. "When I left Test captaincy, MS Dhoni was the only one among all the cricketers I had played with before who texted me. A lot of people have my number but he was the only one who texted me. It comes from the genuine respect that we have from each other. There is no insecurity from either end in our equation." Months later, the 34-year-old Kohli shared the details of Dhoni's text while speaking on RCB Podcast to Danish Sait. The former Indian captain said, "The only person who genuinely reached out to me was MS Dhoni. For me, that is such a blessing to know that I could have a such a strong bond and relationship with someone who is so senior to me. It's more like a friendship based on a lot of mutual respect, and that's one of the things he mentioned in the same message reaching out to me. It was, 'when you are expected to be strong and looked at as a strong individual, people forget to ask you how you are doing'." ALSO READ | WATCH: Virat Kohli pulls off a stunning diving catch to send Wesley Madhevere packing in Zimbabwe clash “It hit home to me. I was like, 'this is it'. I have always been looked at like someone who is very confident, very mentally strong, who can endure any situation and circumstance, find a way and show us the way. Sometimes, what you realise is that at any given time, you really need to take a couple of steps back and understand how you are doing, how your well-being is,” the superstar cricketer further added. When Kohli received a text from Dhoni, he was battling a rough phase with the bat. After a break, he rejoined the team during the Asia Cup and ended as the second-highest run-getter in the continental tournament, with two half-centuries and a ton, and since then, it has been no looking back for the star batter. In the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Kohli is the leading run-getter after the end of the Super 12 round and will spearhead India's batting department in the knockouts as well. Dhoni's texts for Kohli definitely left a big and positive impact on the latter; helping him recover from his poor form and he will now look to score big and guide India to their second T20 WC title in the ongoing edition in Australia.

'It's a blessing to know...': Virat Kohli opens up on text he received from MS Dhoni during his lean phase

<p>Mohammad Nabi has stepped down as Afghanistan T20I captain shortly after the Afghan side's end of campaign in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, on Friday (November 04). The senior player had first taken up the role of captaincy in 2013 and carried on with it till 2015 before he was reappointed as the captain ahead of the 2021 T20 WC in the UAE.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Afghanistan gave a massive scare to hosts and defending champions Australia, on Friday at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, the 37-year-old all-rounder Nabi took to his Twitter account and shared a post for his fans. Nabi revealed that the team management, selection committee and he was not on the same page as he summed up Afghanistan's dismal T20 WC campaign.&nbsp;<strong>Here's Nabi's statement:</strong></p>

<p><i>Dear Compatriots and Cricket Lovers!</i></p>

<p><i>AoA;</i></p>

<p><i>Our T20 World Cup journey came to an end, with a result that not us or our supporters were expecting. We are as frustrated as you are with the outcome of matches.</i></p>

<p><i>From the last one year, our team preparation was not to a level that a captain would want it or needed for a big tournament. Moreover, in some of the last tours, the team management, selection committee and | were not on the same page which had implications on the team balance.</i></p>

<p><i>Therefore, with due respect, effective immediately I announce to STEP DOWN as a CAPTAIN &amp; will continue to play for my country when the management &amp; team need me.</i></p>

<p><i>I thank every single one of you from the bottom of my heart who came to the grounds despite matches being affected by the rain and those who supported us worldwide, your love truly means a lot to us. Long live Afghanistan.</i></p>

<p><i>With best regards,</i></p>

<p><i>Mohammad Nabi</i></p>

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<p>Under Nabi, Afghanistan failed to win a single game in the Super 12 round of the T20 WC in Australia. They produced their best-ever performance in their final league stage game, versus the Aussies, but it wasn't enough as the Asian side lost by four runs in pursuit of a challenging 169-run target. Opting to bowl first, Afghanistan restricted Australia to 168 for 8, who rode on Glenn Maxwell's 32-ball 54, and failed to chase down the target despite brisk knocks from keeper-batter&nbsp;Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Gulbadin Naib and Rashid Khan.</p>

<p>It is to be noted that Nabi will remain available as a player in the limited-overs format despite stepping down as the captain. It will be interesting to see who will succeed him in the leadership role going forward.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


Mohammad Nabi has stepped down as Afghanistan T20I captain shortly after the Afghan side's end of campaign in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, on Friday (November 04).

Mohammad Nabi has stepped down as Afghanistan T20I captain shortly after the Afghan side's end of campaign in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, on Friday (November 04). The senior player had first taken up the role of captaincy in 2013 and carried on with it till 2015 before he was reappointed as the captain ahead of the 2021 T20 WC in the UAE. After Afghanistan gave a massive scare to hosts and defending champions Australia, on Friday at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, the 37-year-old all-rounder Nabi took to his Twitter account and shared a post for his fans. Nabi revealed that the team management, selection committee and he was not on the same page as he summed up Afghanistan's dismal T20 WC campaign. Here's Nabi's statement: Dear Compatriots and Cricket Lovers! AoA; Our T20 World Cup journey came to an end, with a result that not us or our supporters were expecting. We are as frustrated as you are with the outcome of matches. From the last one year, our team preparation was not to a level that a captain would want it or needed for a big tournament. Moreover, in some of the last tours, the team management, selection committee and | were not on the same page which had implications on the team balance. Therefore, with due respect, effective immediately I announce to STEP DOWN as a CAPTAIN & will continue to play for my country when the management & team need me. I thank every single one of you from the bottom of my heart who came to the grounds despite matches being affected by the rain and those who supported us worldwide, your love truly means a lot to us. Long live Afghanistan. With best regards, Mohammad Nabi pic.twitter.com/oSpzXxMFGB — Mohammad Nabi (@MohammadNabi007) November 4, 2022 × ALSO READ | T20 WC 2022 points table: Here's a look at Super 12 standings after NZ qualify, AUS survive AFG scare Under Nabi, Afghanistan failed to win a single game in the Super 12 round of the T20 WC in Australia. They produced their best-ever performance in their final league stage game, versus the Aussies, but it wasn't enough as the Asian side lost by four runs in pursuit of a challenging 169-run target. Opting to bowl first, Afghanistan restricted Australia to 168 for 8, who rode on Glenn Maxwell's 32-ball 54, and failed to chase down the target despite brisk knocks from keeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Gulbadin Naib and Rashid Khan. It is to be noted that Nabi will remain available as a player in the limited-overs format despite stepping down as the captain. It will be interesting to see who will succeed him in the leadership role going forward.

Team management, selectors & I were not on same page: Mohammad Nabi resigns as Afghanistan captain

<p>Team India locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). In a rain-marred close encounter, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. emerged on top by five runs (DLS method) as the Bangla Tigers put up a spirited fight. Being asked to bat first, in Adelaide, Rohit-led India posted 184 for 6 riding on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out). In reply, Litton Das started off with a bang and took his side to 66 for no loss in seven overs before a brief rain break led to a revised target; with Bangladesh needing 151 in 16 overs (i.e. 85 off the last 54 balls).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite having the momentum before the rain break, and the wet outfield being a disadvantage for India, Bangladesh eventually managed only 145 for 6 to lose by five runs. The match went down to the wire and made heads turn for plenty of reasons. There was an accusation by Bangladesḥ, where they claimed Kohli pulled off a fake fielding act whereas some eyebrows were raised as to why the game resumed despite wet outfield. In this regard, former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi made a bizarre remark.</p>

<p>"You saw the ground how wet it was. But ICC is inclined towards India. They want to ensure India reaches the semi-finals at any cost. The umpires were also the same who officiated India vs Pakistan &amp; will get the best umpire awards," said Afridi to SAMAA TV.</p>

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<p>It is to be noted that wet outfield is advantage to the batting side. Hence, even when play resumed, India had their back against the wall and could've lost had their bowlers and fielders not stepped up in the final nine overs. Moreover, similar attempts were made by umpires to finish the match when rain made its presence felt during Zimbabwe-South Africa and Pakistan-SA clash.</p>

<p>Following India's win over Bangladesh, they are well-placed in Group B to qualify for the semi-finals. With a win over Zimbabwe, they will not only make it to the semis but also top their group.&nbsp;</p>


Team India locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). In a rain-marred close encounter, Rohit Sharma & Co.

Team India locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). In a rain-marred close encounter, Rohit Sharma & Co. emerged on top by five runs (DLS method) as the Bangla Tigers put up a spirited fight. Being asked to bat first, in Adelaide, Rohit-led India posted 184 for 6 riding on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out). In reply, Litton Das started off with a bang and took his side to 66 for no loss in seven overs before a brief rain break led to a revised target; with Bangladesh needing 151 in 16 overs (i.e. 85 off the last 54 balls). Despite having the momentum before the rain break, and the wet outfield being a disadvantage for India, Bangladesh eventually managed only 145 for 6 to lose by five runs. The match went down to the wire and made heads turn for plenty of reasons. There was an accusation by Bangladesḥ, where they claimed Kohli pulled off a fake fielding act whereas some eyebrows were raised as to why the game resumed despite wet outfield. In this regard, former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi made a bizarre remark. "You saw the ground how wet it was. But ICC is inclined towards India. They want to ensure India reaches the semi-finals at any cost. The umpires were also the same who officiated India vs Pakistan & will get the best umpire awards," said Afridi to SAMAA TV. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: BCB to take up Virat Kohli's fake fielding issue in 'proper forum' It is to be noted that wet outfield is advantage to the batting side. Hence, even when play resumed, India had their back against the wall and could've lost had their bowlers and fielders not stepped up in the final nine overs. Moreover, similar attempts were made by umpires to finish the match when rain made its presence felt during Zimbabwe-South Africa and Pakistan-SA clash. Following India's win over Bangladesh, they are well-placed in Group B to qualify for the semi-finals. With a win over Zimbabwe, they will not only make it to the semis but also top their group.

ICC want to ensure India reach T20 World Cup semi-finals at any cost: Shahid Afridi makes glaring remark

<p>Tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King has spent her life fighting for gender equality and championing the rights of the LGBTQ community so it would hardly be surprising if she joined the long list of those criticising Qatar as World Cup hosts.</p>

<p>The American, however, believes staging soccer's blue-riband tournament in the conservative Gulf Arab state can open minds and become a power for good. Qatar's treatment of migrant workers and restrictive social laws which prohibit same-sex relationships has led many to question world governing body FIFA's decision.</p>

<p>But King, who in 2009 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her advocacy work on behalf of women and the LGBTQ community, points the fact that the&nbsp;WTA&nbsp;Tour she helped create used to stage its end-of-season tournament in Doha. Asked if she would be happy to host the Billie Jean Cup finals, which begins this month in Glasgow, in Qatar, she said: "I probably would be because, first of all, the&nbsp;WTA&nbsp;went there years ago.</p>

<p>"I get a lot of different people coming to me saying 'why would you play there the way they treat women?' "But personally I think it's important to show up and be an influencer. I think it's delicate, no question. But I think it's important to go if you get the opportunity and everything else fits too, not just go there for money or whatever."</p>

<p>Qatar’s government has said its labour system is a work in progress, but denied a 2021 Amnesty report that thousands of migrant workers were still being exploited. Organisers of the World Cup, which starts on Nov. 20, say that everyone, no matter their sexual orientation or background, is welcome.</p>

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<p>The 78-year-old King, who won 12 major Grand Slam singles titles and paved the way for equal prize-money at four majors, said staging the&nbsp;WTA&nbsp;Finals in Doha had created opportunities for female tennis players in the country.</p>

<p>"We were there four or five years and I think it helped," King said in a conference call with a small group of reporters ahead of the Billie Jean Cup finals which start on Nov. 8. "When I went there I did a clinic for the kids but only for the girls. Somebody was left-handed, which is sinister to them, and this mother was saying she hoped her left-handed daughter could one day become a champion and get rid of that stigma.</p>

<p>"These are the kind of discussions you can have when you're physically there. So I'm big on going actually, even if I know it's a fine line of how you do it." Last week Qatari police stopped a one-man protest by British LGBT activist Peter Tatchell outside the national museum of Qatar. Tatchell stood for more than an hour wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with "#Qatarantigay" and holding a placard that read "Qatar arrests and subjects LGBTs to conversion".</p>


Tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King has spent her life fighting for gender equality and championing the rights of the LGBTQ community so it would hardly be surprising if she joined the long list of those criticising Qatar as World Cup hosts.

Tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King has spent her life fighting for gender equality and championing the rights of the LGBTQ community so it would hardly be surprising if she joined the long list of those criticising Qatar as World Cup hosts. The American, however, believes staging soccer's blue-riband tournament in the conservative Gulf Arab state can open minds and become a power for good. Qatar's treatment of migrant workers and restrictive social laws which prohibit same-sex relationships has led many to question world governing body FIFA's decision. But King, who in 2009 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her advocacy work on behalf of women and the LGBTQ community, points the fact that the WTA Tour she helped create used to stage its end-of-season tournament in Doha. Asked if she would be happy to host the Billie Jean Cup finals, which begins this month in Glasgow, in Qatar, she said: "I probably would be because, first of all, the WTA went there years ago. "I get a lot of different people coming to me saying 'why would you play there the way they treat women?' "But personally I think it's important to show up and be an influencer. I think it's delicate, no question. But I think it's important to go if you get the opportunity and everything else fits too, not just go there for money or whatever." Qatar’s government has said its labour system is a work in progress, but denied a 2021 Amnesty report that thousands of migrant workers were still being exploited. Organisers of the World Cup, which starts on Nov. 20, say that everyone, no matter their sexual orientation or background, is welcome. ALSO READ | From Erling Haaland to Luis Diaz: Superstar footballers who won't be seen in FIFA World Cup in Qatar The 78-year-old King, who won 12 major Grand Slam singles titles and paved the way for equal prize-money at four majors, said staging the WTA Finals in Doha had created opportunities for female tennis players in the country. "We were there four or five years and I think it helped," King said in a conference call with a small group of reporters ahead of the Billie Jean Cup finals which start on Nov. 8. "When I went there I did a clinic for the kids but only for the girls. Somebody was left-handed, which is sinister to them, and this mother was saying she hoped her left-handed daughter could one day become a champion and get rid of that stigma. "These are the kind of discussions you can have when you're physically there. So I'm big on going actually, even if I know it's a fine line of how you do it." Last week Qatari police stopped a one-man protest by British LGBT activist Peter Tatchell outside the national museum of Qatar. Tatchell stood for more than an hour wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with "#Qatarantigay" and holding a placard that read "Qatar arrests and subjects LGBTs to conversion".

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Virat Kohli remained unbeaten as his remarkable knock helped India guide to a five-run win over Bangladesh in the Super-12 stage of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

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<p>Cricket remains a religion in India whereas the Indian cricket team's popularity knows no boundaries. The national stars have fan following across the globe. Ahead of Rohit Sharma-led India's crucial Super 12 clash versus Bangladesh in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022 edition, on Wednesday (November 02), a video of a Chinese fan cheering for Team India has gone viral.</p>

<p>In a video shared by journalist Vimal Kumar on his Youtube channel, the fan said, "<em>Bharat Mata ji jai. Main China se hun lekin Bharatiya cricket team ka fan hun main. Maine Hindi khud seseekhi kyunki mujhe bharatiya sanskriti bahot pasand hai. Main Australia ke ek vishvidyalaya mein padhta hun&nbsp;</em>(I am from China. I&nbsp;am a huge fan of the Indian cricket team. I learned Hindi language on my own due to my fondness of the Indian culture. I am from China but&nbsp;I study at a university in Australia)."</p>

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<p>Further, the Chinese youngster went on to claim that Virat Kohli, the former Indian captain, is his favourite player and backed Team India in the mega event in Australia. Speaking of Kohli, he is now the leading run-getter with over 200 runs in the ongoing competition and also became the highest run-getter&nbsp; overall in the tournament history during the India-Bangladesh tie.</p>

<p>Coming to India's campaign so far, Rohit &amp; Co. have won two and lost a game in Group B. They will look to almost confirm their semi-final berth with a win over the Bangla Tigers at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Wednesday.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


Cricket remains a religion in India whereas the Indian cricket team's popularity knows no boundaries. The national stars have fan following across the globe. Ahead of Rohit Sharma-led India's crucial Super 12 clash versus Bangladesh in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022 edition, on Wednesday (November 02), a video of a Chinese fan cheering for Team India has gone viral.

Cricket remains a religion in India whereas the Indian cricket team's popularity knows no boundaries. The national stars have fan following across the globe. Ahead of Rohit Sharma-led India's crucial Super 12 clash versus Bangladesh in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022 edition, on Wednesday (November 02), a video of a Chinese fan cheering for Team India has gone viral. In a video shared by journalist Vimal Kumar on his Youtube channel, the fan said, "Bharat Mata ji jai. Main China se hun lekin Bharatiya cricket team ka fan hun main. Maine Hindi khud seseekhi kyunki mujhe bharatiya sanskriti bahot pasand hai. Main Australia ke ek vishvidyalaya mein padhta hun (I am from China. I am a huge fan of the Indian cricket team. I learned Hindi language on my own due to my fondness of the Indian culture. I am from China but I study at a university in Australia)." × ALSO READ | WATCH: Rahul Dravid in splits after hearing chief selector Chetan Sharma's 'India will win T20 WC' remark Further, the Chinese youngster went on to claim that Virat Kohli, the former Indian captain, is his favourite player and backed Team India in the mega event in Australia. Speaking of Kohli, he is now the leading run-getter with over 200 runs in the ongoing competition and also became the highest run-getter overall in the tournament history during the India-Bangladesh tie. Coming to India's campaign so far, Rohit & Co. have won two and lost a game in Group B. They will look to almost confirm their semi-final berth with a win over the Bangla Tigers at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Wednesday.

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