Ben Stokes likely to be omitted from England’s T20 World Cup squad
England all-rounder Ben Stokes, who’s on an indefinite break from cricket to focus on mental well-being, is likely to be omitted from England’s 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. England coach Chris Silverwood has said selectors would “leave it late” to decide on Stokes’ involvement. “I’ll not be putting pressure on him or rushing him.”
World no. 2 Medvedev advances to his 3rd straight US Open semi-finals
World number two Daniil Medvedev has reached the US Open semi-finals for the third straight year, defeating Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp. Medvedev won the quarter-final with the scoreline of 6-3, 6-0, 4-6, 7-5. In 2019, Medvedev had lost in the final against Rafael Nadal.
Can’t guarantee I’ll be there in 2022-2023 season at Barcelona: Pique
Discussing his future plans, Barcelona defender Gerard Pique said he can’t guarantee that he’ll be there at Camp Nou in 2022-2023 season. “I’ll retire at Barca. This could be the last season, yes. I go year after year,” he added. Pique has made 568 appearances for Barcelona till now. He has won eight La Liga and three Champions League titles.
There should be love towards your work: Dhawan in Instagram post amid news of divorce
After news of his divorce from Aesha Mukerji surfaced, cricketer Shikhar Dhawan shared an Instagram post with a picture in Delhi Capitals jersey. He wrote, “It takes full strength, mind and heart to achieve any goal.” He added, “There should be love towards your work…only then one enjoys and prospers. Keep on working hard to turn your dreams into reality.”
Barmy Army respond to Virat Kohli’s ‘trumpet’ gesture at The Oval, say ‘Fair play’
England’s Barmy Army took to Twitter to respond to Team India captain Virat Kohli’s ‘trumpet’ gesture towards them during The Oval Test. “We can give it so we can take it…so fair play Virat,” Barmy Army wrote. “See you in Manchester,” they further tweeted along with trumpet emoji.
