The continuing U19 World Cup is reaching its climax as Australia and Pakistan are set to face one another within the semifinal in the present day in Benoni. India have already certified for the ultimate with an exciting win over South Africa. Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh has been examined optimistic for COVID-19 forward of the T20I sequence in opposition to the West Indies. In the meantime, within the ongoing Professional Kabaddi League season, the matches in Kolkata are set to get underway from in the present day with the opening recreation to happen between Bengal Warriors and Gujarat Giants. All of that and way more in in the present day’s sports activities wrap.
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U19 World Cup 2024: Australia beat Pakistan in thriller, to face India in ultimate on Sunday
Australia U19 defeated Pakistan U19 by one wicket to qualify for the ultimate of the U19 World Cup. The Aussie colts chased down 180-run goal however Pakistan went down preventing. India and Australia will now lock horns within the ultimate on Sunday.
SA20 2024: Joburg Tremendous Kings knocked out, Sunrisers and Tremendous Giants to face in ultimate
Durban Tremendous Giants defeated Joburg Tremendous Kings by 69 runs within the second qualifier of SA20 2024. They’ll now face defending champions Sunrisers Japanese Cape within the ultimate which might be performed on Saturday (February 10).
Australia announce Take a look at squad for New Zealand sequence, Michael Neser returns
Australia have introduced a powerful Take a look at squad for the two-match sequence in New Zealand. That is their first tour to the Kiwi nation since 2016 and might be trying to repeat their feat once they had gained 2-0. Nevertheless, Australia are coming off a shock defeat to the West Indies at house, their first in Pink-ball Checks.
David Warner set to play for Australia for first time since retiring from Checks and ODIs in 1st T20I in opposition to West Indies
David Warner is about to return to worldwide cricket for the primary time since retiring from Checks and ODIs. He was enjoying Worldwide League T20 however having picked in Australia T20I squad for West Indies, he returned on time to be out there for the opener.
Andre Russell hints at retirement after T20 World Cup 2024 in West Indies and USA
West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has hinted at worldwide retirement after the T20 World Cup later this yr. Nevertheless, he additionally clarified that he might be in contact with the coach and might be out there for the West Indies in future as properly and can come again from retirement if wanted.
India and Bangladesh declared joint winners of U19 Girls’s SAFF Championship after huge controversy
India and Bangladesh have been declared joint winners of U19 Girls’s SAFF Championship following huge outrage by the gang and the Bangladesh aspect after India gained the ultimate by way of coin toss in accordance with guidelines. Each groups have been tied at 1-1 after common time and on penalties, all gamers scored targets making it 11-11.
Paris Olympics medals to be made with metallic chunks of Eiffel Tower
Paris Olympics organisers have revealed the design of the medals. A hexagonal, polished piece of iron taken from the Eiifel Tower is being embedded in every gold, silver and bronze medal on the Olympics that may happen from July 26 to August 11.
Sri Lanka to face Afghanistan in first ODI in the present day in Pallekele
Sri Lanka and Afghanistan will renew their rivalry in ODIs with the primary of the three-match sequence ranging from in the present day. Notably, Afghanistan defeated Sri Lanka by seven wickets comfortably within the ODI World Cup final yr in Pune.
Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen makes it to semifinal of Strandja Boxing Event
Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen superior to the semifinals of the seventy fifth Strandja Memorial Event on Thursday. She defeated France’s Lkhadiri Wassila by a 5-0 unanimous verdict margin in 50 kg class.
Varun withdraws from FIH Professional League after being accused of rape, takes pressing go away to combat authorized battle
Accused of rape beneath the stringent POCSO act, Arjuna award-winning Indian hockey participant Varun Kumar has withdrawn from the FIH Professional League in Bhubaneswar. He’ll discover authorized choices in opposition to the allegation and has described the “calculated try to extort cash” from him.