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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Christian Eriksen: Returns after euro 2020 fiasco

A life threatening injury at Euro 2020 saw Eriksen pulled out of the competition but got back in action just after 6 months to continue from where he left. The Danish attacking midfielder had cardiac arrest before the world's eyes leaving the fans across the globe in despair. Rest assured with fully recovered and physically fit, Eriksen is already back in professional club games and today he's been included in the 23-man Denmark National Squad to play two friendly match at the international level against Netherlands and Serbia at the end of this month by Denmark football coach Kasper Hjulmand.

The fans gushes over his inclusion in the Danish National Team and showered well wishes and congratulatory message via tweets across the globe.

Cristiano Ronaldo: Batman of Madrid City

Atlético Madrid manager, Diego Simeone describes CR7, “He is a monster, an extraordinary footballer and he has been instrumental wherever he has been”.

Why Cristiano Ronaldo is the Batman of Madrid City?

Ronaldo has four hat-tricks against Atletico Madrid , two apiece in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League-One with Real Madrid and the other with Juventus.

The United frontman has also scored a sensational 10 goals against Atletico Madrid(Los Colchoneros) while playing against them in Home Stadium in his last 5 Games.

The all time top scorer's stats against arch-rival Atlético Madrid are staggering: 25 goals in 35 career games, 4 hat-tricks and the venomous dagger of them all —two wins in a Champions League final while playing for crosstown rival Real Madrid.

CR7's Reputation in Champions League.

Rival teams and clubs are instilled with the feelings of dread and terror when lining up across or opposite from Cristiano Ronaldo CR7 is the player he who should not be named in Champions League . After all the Red Devils superstar is currently the all-time leading scorer in Champions League history with 140 goals, 5 Champions League titles and five Balon d'Or trophies.

Monday, March 14, 2022

India whitewash Sri Lanka under Rohit Sharma full time captaincy.

Rohit Sharma captaincy Accolades/Record

Whitewash Alert

First series as a full time captain and delivers whitewash win.

Across series and competition Sharma has successfully led India in 43 international games.

India have won 37 games and lost just six matches under his belt with zero draws.

He also won his maiden Test series as captain in this series against Sri Lanka. Reckoning this win, Sharma is blooming with a 14-0 winning streak in international cricket since becoming full time captain.

Captain's interview coverage after winning series.

"Team has supported me really well as a captain, When it comes to Captaincy, I always back my instincts than anything else. He furthered complimented Iyer saying, "Shreyas Iyer carried from where he left in the previous series. He's got everything which game requires".

Pakistan PCB in trouble at day 3

Pakistan failed to capitalise partnerships in the middle saw them at the loose end on Day 3 against Australia.

OFFICIAL MATCH COMMENTARY

After watching Australia bat in the 1st innings, we were sure that this will be a repeat of the 1st test. But gosh how good was Australian bowling! Terrific stuff. They have got a lead of 408 runs now in their kitty and surprisingly, Pat Cummins signals to get the roller on which means they are batting again. 'I am astonished by that' reckons Mike Haysman on air.

A bad day at the office for Pakistan! Things just went from bad to worse for them. From 38-1, Pakistan have been all out for 148. It started with Abdullah Shafique's suicidal run out and Imam gifting his wicket away. Their top order crumbled after that and no one showed fight. Wickets continued to tumble like a pack of cards. Babar Azam was the only one who stayed and played a lone battle. Shaheen Afridi and Nauman Ali did stitch the highest partnership of their innings but that was it. Pakistan really have to come back stronger with the ball now as they trail by 408 runs and need to replicate a bowling performance like Australia.

Mighty Aussies as they say! This is some sensational bowling from Australia. Lyon started post Lunch with a wicket and from there on, they just got into their groove and bowled class apart. Starc struck twice after that to put Pakistan in further trouble. And later, Cummins and Green bagged a wicket each which meant that a follow-on was very much on cards for the hosts. Mitchell Starc ended with three wickets by his name. They headed into the Tea break with only 3 wickets to grab and after the break, it didn't take much time to get those. Swepson got rid of Babar Azam to bag his maiden Test wicket which meant that Pakistan were bound to get all out sooner or later and he was the one who ended the proceedings as well. Australia have decided to not enforce the follow-on and this has come as a surprise but with a lead of 408 runs already, they will be happy to give their bowlers some rest now and pile more runs to the lead. They clearly have the upper hand in this Test. With 26 overs still left and with two days to go, Australia might look to add 100-150 runs or so and declare later.

Shreyas Iyer: ICC Player of the Month.

No hardwork and persistent attitude is left unsung. The classy Indian batter wins big in the heat of his scintillating form.

Indian Middle order batsman Shreyas Iyer on Monday was named as the ICC men’s player of the month for February 2022, reported the cricket official governing body. Iyer successfully pipped fellow nominees of the Month , UAE’s Vriitya Aravind and Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee to claim the award.

A look at Shreyas Iyer's performance in February

- Awarded Man Of The Match Vs West Indies in 3rd ODI.

- Awarded Man Of The Match Vs Sri Lanka in 2nd T20i.

- Awarded Man Of The Match Vs Sri Lanka in 3rd T20i.

- Awarded Man Of The Series Vs Sri Lanka in the T20i series.

ICC Men's Player Of The Month.

TWITTER HAILS THE MAN IN FORM SHREYAS IYER FOR WINNING BIG TIMES.

India eyeing victory on Day 3

India lead the test series 1:0 against Sri Lanka in a 3 test series.

OFFICIAL COMMENTARY

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of India vs Sri Lanka day-night match from M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The Indian bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah will look to seal the win for the hosts on Day 3 as Sri Lanka still need 419 runs to win with nine wickets in hand.

Bumrah claimed his maiden fifer in the first innings as India bundled out Sri Lanka for just 109 and all the eyes will be once again on the 28-year-old to dismantle visitors’ batting line-up.

Half-centuries from Shreyas Iyer and Rishabh Pant combined with inspired bowling on Sunday’s day two helped India eye a big win in the pink ball Test against Sri Lanka.

The tourists were 28 for one at stumps while chasing a daunting 447 for victory in Bangalore. Kusal Mendis on 16 and skipper Dimuth Karunaratne on 10 were batting at close of play.

Sunday, March 13, 2022

Erling Haaland to Manchester City?

Manchester City are said to have reportedly sealed a deal in place to sign Erling Haaland in the summer.

Personal terms and conditions have already been discussed and framework ready to be signed off.

Norwegian lad Haaland, just 21 years have already scored 80 goals and 21 assists in 79 appearance for Dortmund in all competitions.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady announces un-retirement

Just after 6 weeks into retirement, the American football Quarterback player comes out of retirement. The seven times super bowl champion said he's back to the NFL for the 23rd season.

Brady tweets, he've realized that his place is still on the field and not in the stands yet.

Tom Brady also made to the headlines taking his kids to watch the EPL match played between Manchester United and Tottenham.

Tom Brady and Cristiano Ronaldo

Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr booed by seething PSG fans.

Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr were jeered by home fans while playing against Bordeaux in Ligue 1 whistling disappointment amidst early knockout from champions league by Real Madrid. PSG's fans continued to booed every time they gets the ball.

UPHILL BATTLE FOR LITTLE MAGICIAN.

Lionel Messi is expected to stay with PSG until his contract expires but the battle symphony continues as his performance is already dipping like crafting an avalanche in Ligue 1 with just 2 goals in 18 appearance. A maiden champions league campaign with PSG already shattered, the unravel road towards domestic league remains the top priority for the 7 times Ballon D'Or winner.

NEYMAR Jr. - THE UNSUNG PERFORMER.

The Brazilian magician was embraced With rowdy booed and jeered after getting back from champions league campaign by PSG fans while playing against Bordeaux.

The seething PSG fans were reluctant to acknowledge his standard performance which saw him helped set up a goal in each of the both legs against Real Madrid. The champions league fiasco further infuriated the fans when he scored against Bordeaux by whistling in disappointment.