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Australian Players Wear Black Armbands In Memory Of Phil Hughes And Ian Redpath

Australian players on Friday wore black armbands during the second pink-ball Test against India here in memory of former cricketers Phillip Hughes and Ian Redpath. Former Australia opening batter Hughes died in 2014 after being struck on the head by a short ball during a Sheffield Shield match. Redpath, also an opener, passed away earlier this month. Cricket Australia had earlier decided to commemorate the 10th death anniversary of Hughes during the day/night match. A documentary on the life of opening batter was also displayed at the Adelaide Oval before the start of play.

Epic Drama As Virat Kohli Sent Back By Umpires After KL Rahul Gets No-Ball Lifeline

An epic incident unfolded on Day 1 of the day-night Test between India and Australia in Adelaide on Friday. India batter KL Rahul seemed to have gotten himself out for duck in the first session but a no-ball by Australia pacer Scott Boland granted him a lifeline. Rahul, who opened for India alongside Yashasvi Jaiwal, had already lost partner Yashasvi Jaiswal on the first ball of the match. Then, he seemed to have edged the ball into the hands of the wicket-keeper on the first ball bowled by Boland. But, the delivery was found to be a no-ball, keeping Rahul on the pitch.

"Saw My Father Crying": Nitish Kumar Reddy Recalls Financial Struggles Behind Cricketing Turnaround

In his own words, he was not "serious" about cricket in his early days. But everything changed for Nitish Reddy when he saw tears rolling down his father's face owing to their financial struggles. It was a transformative moment for the young all-rounder who vowed to work harder and achieve success in the game, which culminated in a fine debut for India in the first Test against Australia at Perth. Reddy produced an impressive show, scoring 41 and 38 runs in the two innings against the likes of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood at Optus Stadium. He also claimed a wicket as India registered a massive 295-run win.

India Star Shares Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Picture He Clicked Without Telling Them. Reason Is...

Nitish Reddy shared his journey from a young cricket enthusiast dreaming of playing alongside Virat Kohli to making his Test debut for India. The all-rounder reminisced about his childhood when he would calculate his age to ensure he had enough time to play with Kohli before his retirement. Reddy's dream turned into reality when he received his maiden Test cap from Kohli ahead of the Perth Test, which India won by 295 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The 21-year-old, who grew up idolizing Kohli, expressed his admiration and excitement about playing with his hero.

India vs Sri Lanka, U19 Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Live Score And Updates

India vs Sri Lanka, U19 Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final, Live Updates: India are all set to face Sri Lanka in the second semi-final match of the ongoing ACC U19 Asia Cup 2024 in Sharjah on Friday. India qualified for the semi-finals after thrashing UAE by 10 wickets in their final group game in Sharjah. Chasing 137, Vaibhav Suryavanshi (76*) and Ayush Mhatre (67*) added an unbeaten 143 to see India across the line in just 16.1 overs. Earlier, UAE were bowled out for 137 with six overs to spare, having opted to bat first. (Live Scorecard)

Lionel Messi To Kick Off New Club World Cup, Neymar To Face Real Madrid

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will kick off FIFA's new 32-team Club World Cup when the Major League Soccer side take on Egypt's Al Ahly in the June 15 opener, the draw for the tournament revealed on Thursday. Brazilian team Palmeiras and Portugal's Porto complete Group A alongside Argentina World Cup winner Messi, whose Miami team were handed a spot by FIFA after finishing top of the regular season standings in MLS. Messi's former Barcelona team-mate, Brazilian Neymar, will have a reunion with La Liga rivals and European champions Real Madrid in Group H.

Jude Bellingham Back To Best As Real Madrid Face Girona

While doubts grow around Kylian Mbappe's start at Real Madrid, last season's hero Jude Bellingham has burst into the kind of form which made Los Blancos the champions of Spain and Europe. Madrid visit Girona on Saturday in La Liga, who were the team which ran them closest for the title until a late drop-off in form saw them fall to third. Carlo Ancelotti's side have a game in hand on leaders Barcelona, whom they trail by four points after a midweek defeat at Athletic Bilbao, in which Mbappe missed his second penalty in just over a week.

Liverpool Face Merseyside Derby Cauldron, Chelsea Defy Expectations

Premier League leaders Liverpool will expect more magic from Mohamed Salah when they meet Everton in an emotional Merseyside derby at Goodison Park. Chelsea face Tottenham having emerged as unexpected title contenders, while West Ham boss Julen Lopetegui and Wolves manager Gary O'Neil battle to avoid the sack. AFP Sport looks at the key talking points ahead of this weekend's action:

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Australian Players Wear Black Armbands In Memory Of Phil Hughes And Ian Redpath

Epic Drama As Virat Kohli Sent Back By Umpires After KL Rahul Gets No-Ball Lifeline

"Saw My Father Crying": Nitish Kumar Reddy Recalls Financial Struggles Behind Cricketing Turnaround

India Star Shares Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Picture He Clicked Without Telling Them. Reason Is...

India vs Sri Lanka, U19 Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Live Score And Updates

Lionel Messi To Kick Off New Club World Cup, Neymar To Face Real Madrid

Jude Bellingham Back To Best As Real Madrid Face Girona

Liverpool Face Merseyside Derby Cauldron, Chelsea Defy Expectations