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Manchester United Stadium Regeneration Could Add 7.3 Billion Pounds To British Economy

A proposed regeneration of the area around Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium could generate 7.3 billion pounds ($9.7 billion) annually to the British economy, according to an economic feasibility study commissioned by the club. However, mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham said on Monday no public money would go towards the project. United are considering whether to pursue a 2 billion pounds plan for a brand new 100,000-seater stadium or redevelop the existing 74,000 capacity Old Trafford.

Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur Eye Respite From Domestic Woes In Europa League

Manchester United and Tottenham kick off their Europa League campaigns this week, hoping to put disappointing starts to the Premier League season behind them. Erik ten Hag's United have failed to show any real improvement from a miserable season last term, sitting outside the top 10 already domestically with just seven points from five matches. The Dutch manager narrowly clung on to his job despite leading the Old Trafford giants to their worst-ever Premier League finish of eighth last term, largely thanks to a surprise FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.

Manchester City's Rodri 'Out For Season' After ACL Injury: Reports

Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri could miss the rest of the season due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury, according to reports in Spain on Monday. The 28-year-old limped off during City's 2-2 draw against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday after going down holding his right knee. ESPN and Spanish sports daily Marca reported that tests on Monday have confirmed an ACL tear. Rodri's loss would be a huge blow to City's hopes of winning a fifth consecutive Premier League title and ambitions of reclaiming the Champions League.

MS Dhoni vs Rishabh Pant 'Greatest In Test' Debate: Ex-India Star Gives 'SENA' Verdict

Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra believes that it is too early to consider Rishabh Pant as the best wicket-keeper batter to play for the country. Pant slammed a brilliant century during India's win over Bangladesh in the first Test match in Chennai and his performance led to a number of experts and fans hailing it as the 'greatest in Test' for India. However, during an interaction of Colors Cineplex, Chopra pointed out that with MS Dhoni featuring in the list as well, it is difficult to call Pant the 'greatest'. But he also added that Pant would remain in the conversation considering his performances against the SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) in Test cricket.

On Virat Kohli vs Jasprit Bumrah 'Fittest Cricketer' Debate, R Ashwin's 'Tipper Lorry' Take

The Indian cricket team fans found themselves in a heated debate over Jasprit Bumrah snubbing Virat Kohli while choosing the "fittest cricketer in the team". In a recent interaction, Bumrah picked himself over Kohli as the answer of the question and said that he wants to put his name forward in order to promote fast bowlers. However, the answer sparked a big internet war between the fans of both the star cricketers. Veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was asked about the debate and he asked the fans to not make a big deal out of this discussion before calling Bumrah the "crown jewel of Indian cricket".

Steve Smith's Blunt Jasprit Bumrah Verdict In "Best Fast Bowler" Debate

Is Jasprit Bumrah the best pace bowler in the world? There would hardly be a handful of people who would argue over Bumrah's stature. The India star has developed into a world-beater across formats, arguably becoming the most feared bowler in the world. Bumrah was crucial to Team India's successes at T20 World Cup 2024 and is as difficult to face in red-ball cricket, if not more. When seasoned Australian batter Steve Smith was asked about his verdict on Bumrah's stature, he spoke glowingly of the speedster ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, calling the Indian arguably the best fast bowler across formats.

"We Watched Him...": Rohit Sharma Points Out 'TNPL' Factor Behind R Ashwin's Ton vs Bangladesh

Team India skipper Rohit Sharma lauded the right-arm off spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for his exceptional performance with both bat and ball at his home, M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. Indian spinning duo Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja took India to a comfortable victory of 280 runs over Bangladesh in the first Test on Sunday. Ashwin was awarded the Player of the Match for his marvellous all-round performance (ton and fifer) in the recently concluded Chennai Test. With the bat, the right-hand batter played a knock of 113 runs from 133 balls which was laced with 11 boundaries and two maximums in the innings. With the ball, off spinner bagged six wickets in his spell of 21 overs where he conceded 88 runs.

Indian Bowlers Level With "Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Waqar Younis": Ex Pakistan Star's Admission

The Indian cricket team's dominant 280-run victory against Bangladesh in the Test series opener at Chepauk has drawn reactions from all across the globe. Bangladesh came into the series on the back of a 2-0 Test series triumph in Pakistan, raising fans' expectations for the India assignment. However, the first match saw the hosts assert their dominance, with R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill emerging as the brightest stars.

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Manchester United Stadium Regeneration Could Add 7.3 Billion Pounds To British Economy

Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur Eye Respite From Domestic Woes In Europa League

Manchester City's Rodri 'Out For Season' After ACL Injury: Reports

MS Dhoni vs Rishabh Pant 'Greatest In Test' Debate: Ex-India Star Gives 'SENA' Verdict

On Virat Kohli vs Jasprit Bumrah 'Fittest Cricketer' Debate, R Ashwin's 'Tipper Lorry' Take

Steve Smith's Blunt Jasprit Bumrah Verdict In "Best Fast Bowler" Debate

"We Watched Him...": Rohit Sharma Points Out 'TNPL' Factor Behind R Ashwin's Ton vs Bangladesh

Indian Bowlers Level With "Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Waqar Younis": Ex Pakistan Star's Admission