Munster boss Graham Rowntree: They had a bit too much power for us
Graham Rowntree admitted his Munster side were "overpowered" by the Sharks as they fell to a third consecutive URC loss.
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Canada's Dabrowski, partner Routliffe ousted in Pan Pacific Open women's doubles semis
Top seeds Gabriela Dabrowski of Ottawa and Erin Routliffe of New Zealand fell just short of a women's doubles final appearance at the Pan Pacific Open tennis tournament in Tokyo.
India "Made Things Harder": On India's WTC Final Qualification After NZ Series Loss, Anil Kumble Says This
Former cricketer Anil Kumble reacted to India's disappointing defeat to New Zealand in the second Test of the series in Pune, stating that India's batting has let the hosts down. Tom Latham's New Zealand side made history by defeating Rohit Sharma's team by 113 runs at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Saturday, securing their first-ever series win in India. This loss marks India's first home Test series defeat since 2012, ending an 18-series unbeaten streak--the longest home winning sequence for any team.
India Set To Release KKR Star Harshit Rana From Test Squad. Report Reveals Why
Pace bowler Harshit Rana is set to be released by India to play for Delhi in the side's upcoming Ranji Trophy game, as per reports. Originally a travelling reserve with the Indian Test team hosting New Zealand in a three-match series, Harshit Rana is reportedly going to be allowed to leave the national setup to help Delhi in their Ranji Trophy game against Assam. Following the unavailability of Navdeep Saini, the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) have requested for Harshit's services.
Rohit Sharma's "12 Saal Mein Ekbar Allowed" Comment After India's Series Loss vs New Zealand Criticised Heavily
India succumbed to its first-ever Test series loss at home in 12 years on Saturday after New Zealand thrashed them by 113 runs in the second Test. The last time India lost a Test series at home, it was against Alastair Cook-led England in 2012. Left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner weaved magic with his 6-104 in the second innings on Saturday as New Zealand did the unimaginable by clinching a historic Test series win in India for the first time with a 113-run victory over the hosts. Santner, who took 7-53 in the first innings, rattled India yet again with a remarkable spell of 6-104 to end up with match figures of 13-157, the third-best match figures for a bowler from his country in Tests.
"Fired A Shot At India": Tom Latham Reveals Strategy Behind New Zealand Beating India
New Zealand captain Tom Latham on Saturday said the intention to fire first shots at India and winning the toss in the opening Test in Bengaluru as well as in the second Test here were key factors in their historic series win in India. New Zealand crushed India by 113 runs in the second Test here on Saturday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead but also brought an end to the most successful home run for any Test side in terms of series wins at home.
India Hold New Zealand To Thrilling 3-3 Draw In Hockey U21 Sultan Of Johor Cup
India colts displayed remarkable composure to finish their round-robin stage with a thrilling 3-3 draw against New Zealand at the Sultan of Johor Cup here on Friday. Gurjot Singh (6'), Rohit (17') and Talem Priyobarta (60') put their names on the scoresheet, while drag-flicker Jonty Elmes (17', 32', 45') scored a hat-trick of goals for New Zealand. While India continue to lead the points table with 10 points, their fate to make the final will be determined by Great Britain and Australia's matches against Japan and Malaysia respectively later in the day.
Virat Kohli Can't Control Frustration After 'Unlucky' Umpire's Call Dismissal vs New Zealand. Does This - Watch
Virat Kohli was frustrated man on Saturday. The star India batter is not going through the best of phases. Before India's second innings against New Zealand in the second Test, Kohli's scores in the series read 0, 70 and 1. His latest innings was also not noteworthy as he fell for jusy 17 that left India reeling against New Zealand chasing a high target. Ultimately India fell short by 113 runs to slump to their first home Test series loss in 12 years. Kohli was left seething after his dismissal after he was trapped in front of the wicket by MItchell Santner.