FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup: India miss out on semis after goalless …

Amstelveen [Netherlands], August 24 (ANI): India’s campaign at the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup ended heartbreakingly after a 0-0 draw against Australia saw them miss out on a semifinal berth on goals scored.

India needed a victory to keep their hopes alive and reach the next round but were unable to find the breakthrough despite creating several promising opportunities. The two teams finished level on points and goal difference, but Australia secured the semifinal berth by virtue of having scored more goals during the tournament. librea.one

The match remained goalless throughout as both sides produced disciplined defensive displays. Australia enjoyed several penalty-corner opportunities, but India’s defence stood firm, while goalkeeper Savita and her backline repeatedly denied the Australians.

India also benefitted from successful video referrals that overturned key Australian chances during the contest.

India came closest late in the game through Salima Tete, Navneet Kaur and Lalremsiami, but the crucial finishing touch eluded them. Head coach Sjoerd Marijne’s side even withdrew their goalkeeper in the closing stages in search of a winning goal, but Australia managed to keep them at bay.

Despite the disappointment, the tournament marked one of India’s finest performances at a Women’s World Cup. The team will now play the classification match for fifth and sixth place, ensuring their second-best finish in the competition’s history after finishing fourth in 1974.

“We don’t feel good; we came so close, but we let this game go out of our hands. We need to learn from this match. It was a tough game for us. We will learn from this. We had some chances as well, and we didn’t finish. We lose as a team; we’ll fight to finish fifth. This World Cup isn’t finished for us," India captain Salima Tete said after the match, as quoted by ESPN.

With a resilient defensive effort and a spirited campaign, India leave the World Cup with pride, but also with the pain of knowing they were only a single goal away from a historic semifinal appearance. (ANI)

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Devdutt Padikkal has made a strong case for the Number 3 position in India’s Test batting order. He scored his second consecutive century in Colombo on Sunday, following his 167 in Galle. He became the first India No. 3 since Cheteshwar Pujara in 2018-19 to score hundreds in consecutive away Tests.

Padikkal scored 117 on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka. He was dropped on 0 and 1 but went on to build a solid innings. His hundred came across three partnerships. The most important ones were 120 with Shubman Gill and 74 with Ravindra Jadeja. India reached 300 for 5 at the close of play.

Sri Lanka struck early. KL Rahul fell for 18 after looking settled. Yashasvi Jaiswal batted positively and reached 45 with nine fours. But he fell to Asitha Fernando after a heated exchange between the two. The India opener appeared to headbutt Fernando during the argument before the Sri Lankan captain intervened.

Padikkal handled the spinners with confidence. He was not bothered by the uneven bounce or the negative tactics of bowling outside leg stump. His technique off the back foot was a treat to watch.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Padikkal’s intent, temperament, and strike rate. He said Padikkal had been waiting for his turn for the last year and a half and it was good to see him make the most of his opportunity.

Padikkal’s biggest test will come in the two-Test series in New Zealand. How he handles swing and pace there could decide his future in the team.

Devdutt Padikkal Hits Second Straight Test Century Against Sri Lanka

Devdutt Padikkal scored a brilliant 117 on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. His innings helped India reach 300 for 5 at stumps. This was his second consecutive century in as many Tests.

Padikkal’s innings came under difficult circumstances. He was dropped on 0 and 1 but remained solid after those reprieves. He built a 120-run partnership with captain Shubman Gill, who scored 50. He also added 74 runs with Ravindra Jadeja.

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 45 but fell to Asitha Fernando after a heated exchange between the two. Jaiswal appeared to headbutt Fernando during the argument before the Sri Lankan captain intervened. Rishabh Pant retired hurt after taking a blow on his forearm from Lahiru Kumara. He was on 3 at the time.

The SSC pitch offered enough bounce and bite, especially for the pacers. Padikkal handled the spinners with confidence and was not bothered by the uneven bounce. He reached his fifty off 90 balls. He eventually fell to Keshara Nuwantha, but by then he had taken India to a strong position.

KL Rahul scored 18 before falling to Lahiru Kumara. Dhruv Jurel and debutant Saransh Jain were batting at the close of play.

Irfan Pathan Praises Devdutt Padikkal After Second Test Century

Devdutt Padikkal continued his impressive run of form by scoring his second Test century against Sri Lanka in Colombo. He made 117 off 193 balls as India finished the opening day of the second Test at 300 for 5.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised Padikkal. He said Padikkal is giving a much-needed boost to the Number 3 spot for India in Test cricket. He added that Padikkal is pleasing to the eye when he bats.

Padikkal overcame an early scare after two difficult catches were dropped soon after he arrived at the crease. He then settled down and played a patient innings, spending nearly five hours at the crease and hitting 12 boundaries. He added 120 runs for the third wicket with captain Shubman Gill and another 74 with Ravindra Jadeja. Gill scored 50 before being caught behind, while Jadeja made 43 before being bowled by Asitha Fernando.

Padikkal was eventually dismissed by off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha, but his innings helped India recover strongly after losing Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul early. Jaiswal made 45, while Rahul scored 18.

India lost Rishabh Pant after he was hit on the forearm while attempting a pull shot and was forced to retire hurt. Fernando was Sri Lanka’s best bowler with three wickets for 46 runs.

India, who won the first Test in Galle by 165 runs, are looking to seal the two-match series. Sri Lanka made changes to their squad, with Pasindu Sooriyabandara retaining his place and Kamil Mishara making his Test debut. India also handed a debut to spin-bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain, who replaced Kuldeep Yadav.

FAQs

Q. How many runs did Devdutt Padikkal score?

A. Padikkal scored 117 runs in Colombo.

Q. Which batting position is Padikkal targeting?

A. Padikkal is making a strong case for India’s No. 3 spot.

Q. Who did Padikkal build partnerships with?

A. Padikkal added 120 runs with Shubman Gill and 74 with Jadeja.

Q. How many boundaries did Padikkal hit?

A. Padikkal hit 12 boundaries during his 117-run innings.

Q. Who dismissed Padikkal?

A. Keshara Nuwantha dismissed him in Colombo.

Q. What happened to Rishabh Pant?

A. Pant retired hurt after being hit on his forearm.

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Colombo [Sri Lanka], August 24 (ANI): Indian wicketkeeper/batter Rishabh Pant has etched his name above legendary MS Dhoni in India’s record books, becoming the country’s highest run-scorer as a designated wicketkeeper in away or neutral Tests.

Pant achieved this feat during India’s 2nd Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Monday. Pant has amassed 2,501 runs at an impressive average of 41.68 (at the time of reporting), narrowly surpassing Dhoni’s 2,496 runs. Farokh Engineer (1,209), Syed Kirmani (1,109) and Kiran More (901) round out the top five.

Pant had retired hurt after being struck on his left arm during the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Sunday.

The incident occurred during the third session when Sri Lanka pacer Lahiru Kumara bowled a short delivery at Pant. The India batter attempted to pull the ball behind square but missed, with the delivery striking him on the left arm.

Pant was visibly in pain after taking the blow and was immediately attended to by the Indian team physiotherapist. An ice pack was initially applied to his arm before it was strapped, but the tape was later removed as Pant continued to appear uncomfortable.

After scoring three runs off 15 balls, Pant walked off the field alongside the physiotherapist in the 58th over of India’s innings.

However, the batter walked out to bat on Day 2 after Asitha Fernando provided Sri Lanka with their sixth wicket by dismissing Saransh Jain for six.

Pant joined Dhruv Jurel in the middle to steady the innings and guide them towards a competitive total. Sri Lanka’s pacers tested Pant with a barrage of short-pitched deliveries, with the batter taking a couple of blows to the shoulder before the drinks break.

However, Pant showed good resilience, while Jurel provided solid support as the pair forged a valuable partnership to steady India’s innings, adding 47 runs till the drinks break. (ANI)

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England fast bowler Brydon Carse was seen in handcuffs in Derby in videos circulating on social media.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is currently investigating an incident that took place on Saturday night. A video obtained by The Telegraph shows Carse standing with the police, while former England captain Ben Stokes is also pictured in the background.

The incident reportedly occurred on 22 August after Carse joined his Durham teammates for celebrations following their 338-run County Championship victory over Derbyshire.

According to The Telegraph, Carse was briefly detained by the police but not arrested, and was seen returning to the team hotel soon after. Hence, it is still unclear what led the police to handcuff the England player outside the nightclub.

In the video, he was also seen speaking to his Durham teammate Matthew Potts. As reported by ESPNcricinfo, the ECB said on Sunday: “We are aware of an incident which is reported to have taken place in Derby last night and are currently investigating. We will provide a further update when possible.”

While Carse was not on international duty at the time, as a contracted player, the timing is embarrassing for the ECB.

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The list of former international cricket captains appealing to the Pakistani government to ensure imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan receives proper medical care has grown from 14 to 22 since the initiative began in February.

According to a press release issued by Greg Chappell, who spearheaded the initiative, the former captains have written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, “renewing their appeal for the medical treatment and welfare of former Prime Minister Imran Khan” following developments they say fall short of a Supreme Court directive.

The letter follows a Supreme Court order directing that Imran be transferred to hospital for examination by a medical board including his own physicians and sister, Dr Uzma Khan.

According to the letter, Imran’s hospital stay lasted only a few hours. He was examined by a state-appointed medical team, declared “medically fit” and returned to Adiala Jail before the court-directed board could complete its assessment.

The signatories said they were writing “not as politicians, but as former colleagues and rivals who share a bond forged on the cricket field” and were not seeking to interfere in Pakistan’s legal processes.

They have called for the medical board to complete its assessment, weekly family visits to continue and any recommended treatment to be provided without delay.

“We’re not asking Pakistan for anything unusual — just that a court order most countries would take for granted is actually carried out,” Chappell said.

The 22 signatories include Michael Atherton, Alex Blackwell, Allan Border, Michael Brearley, Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, Belinda Clark, Alastair Cook, Michael Gatting, Sunil Gavaskar, Lee Germon, Adam Gilchrist, David Gower, Kim Hughes, Nasser Hussain, Clive Lloyd, Kapil Dev, Arjuna Ranatunga, Andrew Strauss, Dilip Vengsarkar, Stephen Waugh, and John Wright.