The India U-19 side is leaving nothing to chance ahead of next month’s ICC U-19 World Cup in South Africa. The team is departing almost a full month in advance, and will first play a three-match one-day series against the host before taking part in a quadrangular tournament also featuring New Zealand and Zimbabwe. India’s colts arrived in the city here eight days ago, and have combined training at the National Cricket Academy and the KSCA’s Alur facility with a short team-bonding trip to the jungle in Nagarhole.“It’s good that we are getting at least ten games prior to the World Cup,” said head coach Paras Mhambrey at the team’s pre-departure press conference at the NCA here on Sunday. “They give us an opportunity to experiment and also arrive at the right combination. This is a very balanced side, with seaming all-rounders, spinning all-rounders, quality fast bowlers and batsmen as well. We have got the right balance going into the … [Read more...] about World Cup only part of larger picture: coach Mhambrey
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David Davutovic wraps up the 11 biggest talking points in world football and the A-League
With an astute coach in Mark Rudan, an inspirational playmaker in Alessandro Diamanti and big personalities such as Besart Berisha, the real question is why not? David Davutovic looks as three reasons the A-League’s newest club can make history in their maiden campaign in his latest edition of Duva’s XI. Plus a former A-League prodigy’s Bundesliga debut, the latest on Australia’s Women’s World Cup bid and where Kevin Muscat’s coaching future could lie. MORE FOOTBALL NEWS: Alessandro Diamanti has been a revelation in his first A-League campaign for Western United.Source:Getty Images 1. WESTERN UNITED There are three reasons Western United can win A-League title in their debut season. Former Italy and West Ham star Alessandro Diamanti, impressive squad depth and a stellar away record (three wins, one loss). They’ve shown game plan variations and an ability to win while under pressure. Diamanti possesses the A-League’s best left … [Read more...] about David Davutovic wraps up the 11 biggest talking points in world football and the A-League
Mike Hussey and Sam Landsberger preview every BBL09 squad ahead of a crucial campaign for World T20 aspirants
At the front of the queue are Chris Lynn, D’Arcy Short and Marcus Stoinis – all out of favour because they open the batting for their franchises when Aaron Finch and David Warner have those positions locked for Australia. Watch every KFC Big Bash League match LIVE or On-Demand with KAYO SPORTS on your TV or favourite device. Get your 14-day free trial> Is Adam Zampa or Ashton Agar our frontline spinner? Shane Warne said it should be Cameron Boyce. How many bags of wickets would it take Hobart strike weapon Riley Meredith to muscle into the fast bowling battery? Can Billy Stanlake prove he has the control to combat the world’s best? What does Josh Hazlewood have to do to prove he has enough white-ball tricks? Or could an unknown come from the clouds? This time last year and Kane Richardson had abandoned his ODI World Cup dream. Which BBL09 challenger can take the title from Melbourne Renegades?Source:Getty Images Then, the death bowler’s 24 scalps … [Read more...] about Mike Hussey and Sam Landsberger preview every BBL09 squad ahead of a crucial campaign for World T20 aspirants
Presidents Cup: Tiger Woods leads USA to victory over Internationals at Royal Melbourne
Email Updated December 15, 2019 16:14:39 Photo: Tiger Woods's team's win was an eighth Presidents Cup victory in a row for the United States. (AP: Andy Brownbill) Related Story: Patrick Reed's caddy admits to 'shoving' spectator at Presidents Cup Related Story: Tiger roars the US team back into Presidents Cup contention Map: Australia United States captain Tiger Woods has led from the front to help the Americans dominate the Sunday singles and overhaul the Internationals at Royal Melbourne, claiming an eighth successive Presidents Cup. Key points:The United States' eighth successive win takes Tiger Woods's personal Presidents Cup record to 27 wins, 15 losses and one halved matchAdam Scott's late fight can't prevent him copping a 2&1 loss to Xander ShauffeleMatt Kuchar sinks the winning putt for the United States against Louis Oosthuizen, with a match to spare Woods clinched a record 27th win in the event with a 3&2 victory over Abraham Ancer to fire up his team … [Read more...] about Presidents Cup: Tiger Woods leads USA to victory over Internationals at Royal Melbourne
From cricket, politics, Abhinandan to Chandrayaan 2, here’s what dominated 2019’s Google search in India
Recapping the many trends that stoked the users’ imagination in 2019, Google India announced its ‘Year in Search’ results highlighting standout moments in Search across news, sporting events, personalities, movies, songs and more.The top 10 overall list of trending search terms this year reflected the country's excitement around events like the Cricket World Cup, the Lok Sabha elections followed by the buzzing interest that surrounded the launch of Chandrayaan 2. Movies like Kabir Singh, Gully Boy, Mission Mangal, Joker, and a double entry of Marvel’s blockbusters - Avengers: Endgame and Captain Marvel also featured in the overall list.Among the most searched personalities this year, IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman topped the list, followed by Lata Mangeshkar, and Yuvraj Singh. This year also witnessed a unique entry of the internet singing sensation ‘Ranu Mondal’. Sporting searches were dominated by the Cricket World Cup followed by the Pro … [Read more...] about From cricket, politics, Abhinandan to Chandrayaan 2, here’s what dominated 2019’s Google search in India