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Jacob TroubaKyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports Welcome once again to THN’s Hot Seat Radar web series. In these files, we’re looking, team-by-team in reverse alphabetical order, at a player, coach or management member we perceive to be on the ‘hot seat’ as someone who has all kinds of pressure on them to put together very good results or face ramifications that would unsettle their position with their current organization. Also in every file, we’re pointing out someone on the ‘cold seat’ as someone extremely likely to stay with their team for quite some time. Today, we’re turning our attention to the New…
The India vs Bangladesh Test rivalry has seen some exceptional performances over the years, with both sides producing memorable innings. Today, let’s delve into the highest individual scores in India vs Bangladesh Test matches, showcasing some of the most iconic innings played by Indian and Bangladesh batters.Highest individual scores in India-Bangladesh Tests1. Sachin Tendulkar (1st Test at Dhaka, December 10, 2004)Sachin Tendulkar’s 248 not out remains the highest individual score in India vs Bangladesh Test matches. The “Master Blaster” played this monumental knock in the first Test of the 2004 series at Dhaka. Tendulkar’s innings was a masterclass in patience…
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Indian Olympic shooter Manu Bhaker, who recently won two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics 2024, has openly expressed her admiration for cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni. In a heartfelt statement, Bhaker reflected on the significant impact these cricketers have had on Indian sports and their role as icons for aspiring athletes.Acknowledging Sachin, Kohli and Dhoni’s influenceSpeaking to News18, Bhaker described Tendulkar, Kohli, and Dhoni as ‘icons,’ emphasizing their contributions to the sport and their ability to bring glory to the nation.“Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli & MS Dhoni are icons. They have always brought glory for the country…
Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir, two of India’s most prominent cricketers, have shared a tumultuous relationship both on and off the field. Their rivalry, which has often been played out in front of millions of fans, is marked by several fiery confrontations, especially during the Indian Premier League (IPL). Over the years, their verbal spats have stirred up considerable media attention and fan interest, with many questioning whether the two truly harbored ill feelings toward each other.However, recently, the duo put an end to all rumors regarding their differences when they sat down for a candid conversation ahead of India’s…
Sanju Samson‘s recent performances have come under scrutiny as he once again failed to deliver with the bat in the third and final T20I between India and Sri Lanka, held in Pallekele on Tuesday (July 30).Sanju Samson’s second duck in the T20I seriesSanju was dismissed for a four-ball duck, caught by Wanindu Hasaranga at deep point off the bowling of Chamindu Wickremasinghe. This dismissal followed a golden duck in the second T20I, marking a disappointing series for Samson, who failed to score in both outings against Sri Lanka. His repeated failures have cast doubt over his future participation in India’s…
The three-match ODI series between Afghanistan and South Africa kick off on Wednesday, September 18, in Sharjah. This series is the first bilateral encounter between the two cricketing nations, adding significance as both teams aim to finalize their combinations ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. While South Africa and Afghanistan have previously clashed in ICC events, this will be their first-ever face-off in a bilateral format.Previous encounters between Afghanistan and South AfricaTheir last ODI meeting took place during the ICC World Cup on November 10, 2023, in Ahmedabad, where Rassie van der Dussen’s composed half-century led the Proteas to…
Derek Chisora stole a microphone from Gareth A Davies before calling Eddie Hearn ‘disrespectful’ in a playful interview with talkSPORT.Del Boy was speaking to legendary broadcaster Davies in the build-up to Saturday’s night’s blockbuster fight between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois – a fight that is live on talkSPORT.3Chisora’s chat with Eddie Hearn and Gareth T Davies got rather animatedCredit: YT: talkSPORT BoxingDiscussing the fight at length with Hearn and Chisora, the talkSPORT host interrupted the conversation to turn attention to the 40-year-old heavyweight following his stunning victory over Joe Joyce at the O2 Arena back in July.Playfully addressing Davies,…
Vergil Ortiz should not face Terence Crawford according to Jeff Mayweather.The undefeated star was looking to cement his name as a potential challenger to Crawford’s 154lbs WBC belt, and did so with a win over Serhii Bohachuk.2Ortiz defeated Bohachuk but it was far from routineBut it was far from routine with the favourite dropped twice in the first and eighth rounds en route to a narrow majority decision win on the judges’ scorecards.A clash with Crawford was a fight many fans were calling for after the seeming collapse of Bud’s showdown with Canelo Alvarez. But the trainer and uncle of…
It is the week when Manchester City begin another assault on the Champions League against the backdrop of a legal battle with the Premier League yet Rodri, the club’s star midfielder, managed to take the conversation in an unexpected direction on Tuesday.A question on the increasing demands being placed upon Europe’s elite players brought a pointed response. “We’re close to (strike action),” Rodri told reporters during a press conference previewing City’s clash with Inter Milan. “It’s the general opinion of the players, and if it keeps this way, we’ll have no other option.”The debate over football’s calendar has rumbled on…