Denmark, Netherlands and UK: Which European countries are leading for their climate performance?
Denmark, the Netherlands and the UK have taken the lead in an annual climate performance ranking released at COP29 today.
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Amid India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy Stand-Off, ICC Dealt Major Legal Threat
The future of the Champions Trophy 2025 is uncertain. There has been no progress since the time the BCCI informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that it will not be sending the Indian cricket to Pakistan, the designated hosts, for the Champions Trophy. After that announcement, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sought a written explanation from the ICC about the status of the participation of various teams. It also said that a hybrid model (where some matches will be played at a neutral venue) is not acceptable to it.
'Snake Cracks' On Perth Test Pitch? Chief Curator Makes Big Revelation
WACA head curator Isaac McDonald on Wednesday said the unusual rain in Perth has impacted the pitch preparation for the first Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy and though he doesn't expect the surface to develop "snake cracks", there will still be plenty of bounce and carry. The surface at the Optus Stadium or at the nearby WACA ground is known for its pace and bounce and when the cracks open up in dry conditions, it provides more assistance to the seamers besides bringing the spinners into play.
"Little Competition...": India's Fielding Coach On How He Gets The Best Out Of Players
India's fielding coach T Dilip on Wednesday revealed that he prefers organizing fielding competitions between groups of players at the start of training sessions as it helps set the right tone. Set to take on Australia in a five-Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from Friday, the visiting Indian camp has tried to maximise their training sessions and match simulations ahead of the opening Test. Dilip, who has been retained as India's fielding coach under new head coach Gautam Gambhir, said his experience has helped him identify the right process to enhance the team's preparation.
'Cricket Auctions Are A Gamble', Says Ex-Supreme Court Judge
Just four days ahead of the mega Indian Premier League player auction in Saudi Arabia, former Supreme Court judge, Justice Vikramjit Sen said bidding huge sums of money on cricketers was akin to 'gambling'. Justice Sen was speaking during the launch of the book titled 'Online Gaming in India - Technology, Policy and Challenges' at the India International Centre on Tuesday evening. The book, published by the Taylor and Francis group, has been edited by Professors Lovely Dasgupta and Shameek Sen of West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences.
India vs China Final Live Score, Womens Asian Champions Trophy 2024: India Look To Take Lead After Goalless Q1; Ind 0:0 Chn
India vs China Hockey Final LIVE Updates: After a goalless first quarter, India look to break the deadlock before half-time against China in their Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 final at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium. India some inspiration from their attackers after China kept their defensive shape well maintained in the 1st 15. The Salima Tete-led India eased through to the summit clash after beating Japan 2-0 in the semi-finals. India have been unbeaten in the tournament so far, winning all six of their games, including a 3-0 rout of China, who they now face in the final at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium.
India not ruling out Gill playing in series opener
India will give Shubman Gill every chance to prove his fitness to start the opening test against Australia at Perth Stadium with the batsman showing improvement after fracturing his left thumb, bowling coach Morne Morkel said on Wednesday.
Which India Star Is Capable Enough Of Playing For Australia? Pat Cummins' Reply Shocks Internet
Australian cricket team skipper Pat Cummins believes that there is not a single India cricketer who can slot into his side. Ahead of the five-match Test series against India, Australia cricketers like Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head were asked to pick one player from the opposition side who can join their team seamlessly. While all of them named an individual, Cummins just replied - "No one". Coming to the other players, Lyon picked Virat Kohli, Mitchell Marsh picked Rishabh Pant. "It'd be a pretty strong batting lineup having Smith, Marnus and Virat in your top order," said Nathan Lyon.