Bavuma has put SA20 snub behind him: 'The focus for me is on the World Cup'
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma says he will put all distractions aside and insists his main focus is on leading the national team against India.
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Kenny focus on Armenia as Scots loss sparks old debate
Stephen Kenny's suitability as the manager of Ireland was once again a topic of discussion ahead of the final UEFA Nations League game against Armenia at the Aviva Stadium.
Nations League - "We Have To Focus On Winning" Against Spain: Portugal Coach Fernando Santos
Portugal coach Fernando Santos said his team would not settle for the draw they need to reach the Nations League finals when they host Spain in Braga on Tuesday. Portugal, who won the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2019, moved top of Group A2 on Saturday with a 4-0 victory over the Czech Republic as Spain lost at home to Switzerland. Santos' side now hold a two-point lead over their neighbours ahead of the final group match. "We just have to focus on winning rather than reaching the final four," he said.
'We have to focus on winning' against Spain, says Portugal's Santos
Portugal coach Fernando Santos said his team would not settle for the draw they need to reach the Nations League finals when they host Spain in Braga on Tuesday.
Ravichandran Ashwin Trends But Asks Twitter To Focus On "Bowling Hero" Deepti Sharma
Deepti Sharma ran Charlotte Dean out at the non-striker's end for backing up too far in the 44th over and as a result, the Harmanpreet Kaur-led defeated England in the third and final ODI by 16 runs at the Lord's Cricket Ground. This mode of dismissal has always garnered polarising views and as soon as Deepti ran out Charlotte Dean, several cricketers came out criticising the Indian spinner.
In-form Rajat Patidar in focus ahead of 2nd India ‘A’-NZ ‘A’ one-dayer
Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL eliminator against Lucknow Super Giants followed by an innings of 58 in Qualifier 2 against Rajasthan Royals made many take notice of his splendid timing and big match temperament. Subsequently, the 29-year-old from Indore switched to red-ball format for Madhya Pradesh with scores of 85 and 79 in the Ranji Trophy knockouts against Punjab and Bengal respectively. If that wasn’t enough, Rajat scored 122 and 30* in the Ranji final against Mumbai.
India vs Australia, 3rd T20I: Harshal Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal's Form In Focus Ahead Of Series Decider Against Australia
India will be hoping their key bowlers, Harshal Patel and Yuzvendra Chahal, are back to their best when the hosts take on Australia in the series-deciding third T20 International in Hyderabad on Sunday. India were able to plug the gaps in Nagpur to level the three-match series with a comprehensive win in the eight-over-a-side contest. But they will need their bowlers, especially Harshal and Chahal, to overcome their struggles ahead of the T20 World Cup. India had got off to an electric start in the last game with Axar Patel bowling a fiery two-over spell that included a couple of wickets but they are struggling at the back end of the innings.
India vs Australia, 3rd T20I: Harshal Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal's form in focus ahead of series decider
Harshal Patel and Yuzvendra Chahal, are back to their best when the hosts take on Australia in the series-deciding third T20 International here on Sunday. India were able to plug the gaps in Nagpur to level the three-match series with a comprehensive win in the eight-over-a-side contest. But they will need their bowlers, especially Harshal and Chahal, to overcome their struggles ahead of the T20 World Cup. India had got off to an electric start in the last game with Axar Patel bowling a fiery two-over spell that included a couple of wickets but they are struggling at the back end of the innings. While Jasprit Bumrah is sure to carry the responsibility, senior seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's poor show at the death overs is a real concern. He struggled in the Asia Cup and in the opener against Australia.