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Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence On Hardik Pandya's Vice-Captaincy Snub: "We Have Lot Of..."

India T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said Hardik Pandya remains very much part of the leadership group despite the elevation of Axar Patel as his deputy. Following the retirement of Rohit Sharma form T20s last year, Hardik was tipped to lead the side but Suryakumar was given that responsibility after the arrival of new coach Gautam Gambhir. Ahead of the five T20s against England, Hardik was removed as vice-captain and Axar was handed that responsibility.

Novak Djokovic Beats Carlos Alcaraz In Australian Open Blockbuster As Aryna Sabalenka Survives

A vintage Novak Djokovic tamed Carlos Alcaraz in a late-night blockbuster to set up an Australian Open semi-final with Alexander Zverev as two-time women's defending champion Aryna Sabalenka fought on. The 37-year-old Djokovic rolled back the years at the scene of his greatest achievements on Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 triumph sealed close to 1:00 am. The Serb surged into the semi-finals and a date with world number two Zverev to edge closer to an 11th Melbourne crown and all-time record 25th Slam title.

Kylian Mbappe Says Mental Shift Helped Change His Real Madrid 'Situation'

Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe said Tuesday a shift in mentality helped him improve his 'situation' in the Spanish capital after struggling initially following his dream move from Paris Saint-Germain. The French superstar played inconsistently in his first months at Madrid after joining last summer, but in recent weeks has returned to his devastating peak. "You always have to be calm and focus on your game and what you can improve," Mbappe told a news conference ahead of Madrid's Champions League clash with RB Salzburg on Wednesday.

Amid Concerns Over Champions Trophy Stadium Readiness, Pakistan Cricket Board To Take This Step

The renovated stadiums in Karachi and Lahore would be handed over to the Pakistan Cricket Board on February 5, effectively two weeks before the start of Champions Trophy. Both the upgraded venues would be tested out during matches of the tri-series involving Pakistan, South Africa and New Zealand before the Champions Trophy begins on February 19. There have been concerns raised over whether the stadiums would be ready in time for the mega event and if the PCB would have ample time to test out all the new added facilities and construction at these stadiums.

"Loaded Question": Team India Gears Up For Reduced Time With Family After BCCI Diktat, Jos Buttler Gives Blunt Take

As Indian players gear up for reduced time with families during lengthy tours abroad owing to a BCCI diktat, England captain Jos Buttler on Tuesday said having partners and children on long overseas assignments is "really important" and does not affect the game "too much". Limited time with family members on tours was a contentious clause in the BCCI's recently-circulated 10-point disciplinary policy for players. India's Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma has already voiced his apprehension with the clause that allows families no more than two weeks on tours exceeding 45 days.

"It Hurts To...": Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence On Champions Trophy 2025 Snub From Team India Squad

Explosive batter and T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said he has accepted his exclusion from the Champions Trophy squad but what hurts him more is that he could not perform well in the ODI format and the ones chosen for the ICC event deserve to be on the team. The selectors ignored Suryakumar for the 15-member CT squad but he remains in-charge of the side that will take on Jos Buttler's England in the five-match T20I series beginning here Wednesday.

Who Is Himani Mor? Neeraj Chopra's Wife, Who's Won Gold Medal For India In...

Former Olympic javelin champion Neeraj Chopra on Sunday announced his wedding to Himani Mor. Neeraj shared the news with his fans on social media with several pictures from the private event.

England's Playing XI vs India In 1st T20I: Major Warning By ECB - "Firepower With..."

England Cricket Board (ECB) on Tuesday announced their Playing Eleven of the first T20I match against India at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The first T20I match between England and India will be played on Wednesday at Eden Gardens at 7 pm IST. Phil Salt along with Ben Duckett will open for England in Kolkata. Salt will keep the wicket instead of skipper Jos Buttler in the first match of the 20-over series.

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Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence On Hardik Pandya's Vice-Captaincy Snub: "We Have Lot Of..."

Novak Djokovic Beats Carlos Alcaraz In Australian Open Blockbuster As Aryna Sabalenka Survives

Kylian Mbappe Says Mental Shift Helped Change His Real Madrid 'Situation'

Amid Concerns Over Champions Trophy Stadium Readiness, Pakistan Cricket Board To Take This Step

"Loaded Question": Team India Gears Up For Reduced Time With Family After BCCI Diktat, Jos Buttler Gives Blunt Take

"It Hurts To...": Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence On Champions Trophy 2025 Snub From Team India Squad

Who Is Himani Mor? Neeraj Chopra's Wife, Who's Won Gold Medal For India In...

England's Playing XI vs India In 1st T20I: Major Warning By ECB - "Firepower With..."