China comeback earns Women's Asian Cup win
China have claimed a record-extending ninth Women's Asian Cup title after staging a dramatic second-half comeback to beat South Korea 3-2 in the final in Navi Mumbai.
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"Part Of Me Feels Lost Too": Sachin Tendulkar's Tribute To Lata Mangeshkar
Indian cricket great Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday said he considers himself "fortunate" to have been a part of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar's life. Lata Mangeshkar passed away on Sunday at an age of 92 years. The legendary singer was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital on January 8 after she was diagnosed with COVID-19 and pneumonia. Tendulkar arrived at the Breach Candy hospital in Mumbai, where the legendary singer took her last breathe. The former cricketer also said the iconic singer will always continue to live in our hearts through her music.
China Beat South Korea 3-2 In Dramatic Final, Clinch AFC Women's Asian Cup Title For 9th Time
China came back from two goals down to defeat South Korea 3-2 in a dramatic final and clinch their record-extending ninth title of the AFC Women's Asian Cup in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. South Korea looked to be cruising to their maiden crown after taking a 2-0 lead at half-time but China fought back after the break through goals from Tang Jiali, Zhang Linyan and Xiao Yuyi, who netted the winner deep into added time to seal her side the title at the DY Patil Stadium. China entered the final chasing a record-extending ninth AFC Women's Asian Cup title against a Korean side that had never laid their hands on the coveted trophy.
"An Unparalleled Icon": Babar Azam Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Lata Mangeshkar
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam paid his heartfelt tribute to legendary Indian singer Lata Mangeshkar, who died in Mumbai on Sunday at the age of 92. Taking to Twitter, Babar Azam described Lata Mangeshkar as "an unparalleled icon", whose legacy will continue to live in the hearts of fans across the globe. "End of a golden era. Her magical voice and legacy will continue to live in the hearts of millions worldwide. An unparalleled icon! RIP Smt. Lata Mangeshkar Ji," Babar captioned a sketch of Lata Mangeshkar.
When avid cricket fan Lata Mangeshkar fasted for India's victory during 2011 World Cup semis
singer Lata Mangeshkar's love for cricket is no secret and she had her own superstitions like any fan such as fasting for the Indian team's victory during the high voltage World Cup semifinal clash against arch rivals Pakistan in 2011. Mangeshkar, 92, one of the biggest music icons of the country, died on Sunday at a Mumbai hospital due to multiple organ failure, according to her sister Usha Mangeshkar and doctors treating her. She did not eat or drink during the nine-hour nail-biter at Mohali which India won by 29 runs to make it to the final. “I had watched the whole match and I was very tense," Mangeshkar had told PTI in an interview at that time. "Everyone in my family follows some kind of superstition when India is playing. I, Meena and Usha did not eat or drink anything during the match. I was constantly praying for victory and we had our dinner after India won,” she had said. An avid cricket fan, Mangeshkar had watched the 1983 World Cup final, which India won, from the gallery at the Lord's.
Sachin Tendulkar pays last respects to Lata Mangeshkar at Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital
Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday paid his last respects to the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who passed away after a brief illness. Sachin arrived at the Breach Candy hospital in Mumbai, where Mangeshkar took her last breathe. The 'Bharat Ratna' passed away on Sunday at the age of 92 years. The megastar was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital on January 8 after she was diagnosed with Covid-19 and pneumonia. She had recovered from Covid, but was put on ventilator support after her condition worsened on Saturday. A two-day national mourning will be observed in the memory of Mangeshkar. The national flag will also fly at half-mast for two days, as a mark of respect. She will be given a State funeral.
India vs West Indies, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma-led side to sport black armbands to condole demise of Lata Mangeshkar
Cricket in India's (BCCI) Vice-President Rajeev Shukla on Sunday said that the Indian players would sport black armbands in the first ODI against West Indies to condole the demise of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar. "Indian Players will sport black armbands in the first ODI against West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium to condole the demise of Lata Mangeshkar. The national flag will fly at half-mast," Shukla told ANI.
Pakistan Cricket Board Chief Ramiz Raja's Tribute To Lata Mangeshkar
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja on Sunday condoled the demise of singer Lata Mangeshkar, saying she was the "epitome of grace." "Lata Mangeshkar was the epitome of grace, humility, and simplicity, and therefore greatness.. a lesson for all. Kishore Kumar and now her death has left me music broken," tweeted Raja. Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away on Sunday at the age of 92 years. The megastar had been admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital on January 8 after she was diagnosed with COVID-19 and pneumonia. Though having recovered from COVID, the singer was put on ventilator support after her condition worsened on Saturday.