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Women's T20 World Cup: Australia are under no more pressure to face New Zealand, says Meg Lanning

Losing to India thwarted Australia's hopes of an unbeaten run and they now have to beat the White Ferns on Monday in order to progress in the showpiece event. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-australia-are-under-no-more-pressure-to-face-new-zealand-says-meg-lanning-2267227.html

Khelo India University Games: Dutee Chand sprints away with universities' meet record

Her time was faster than the 11.56 clocked by N Simi (Mangalore University) in 2018, but Dutee Chand owns the Indian university all-time record with a time of 11.32 seconds in winning the World University Games gold last year. source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/khelo-india-university-games-dutee-chand-sprints-away-with-universities-meet-record-2267206.html

The Islanders Are Saying Goodbye to Brooklyn

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Rohit Sharma excited to witness El Clasico clash on March 2

Earlier in the day, Spanish football league La Liga's president Javier Tebas confirmed that El Clasico is not under threat amid the coronavirus outbreak. There has been speculation around the match as to date, 32 cases of coronavirus have emerged in Spain. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/rohit-sharma-excited-to-witness-el-clasico-clash-on-march-2-2267179.html

Live Coverage of the Olympic Trials Marathon

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Nahida Khan replaces injured Bismah Maroof in Pakistan squad for Women's T20 World Cup

Opener Nahida Khan has been called into the Pakistan squad as a replacement for injured captain Bismah Maroof for the remainder of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20 World Cup in Australia.  source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/nahida-khan-replaces-injured-bismah-maroof-in-pakistan-squad-for-womens-t20-world-cup-2267158.html

Maria Sharapova’s Future: Architecture and Candy, but not Coaching Tennis

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Can David Ross Bring the Magic of 2016 Back to the Cubs?

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5 terrific Siri tricks you’ll use time and again

5 terrific Siri tricks you’ll use time and again Siri means a secret in Swahili and in Norse, a beautiful woman who leads you to victory. To those of us in Appleland using the voice-controlled personal assistant, it stands for “Speech Interpretation and Recognition Intelligence.” And when you put Siri to work, she can move productivity mountains. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2wQ6GL8

Rishabh Pant brutally trolled for yet another poor show against New Zealand

Young Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant once again found himself at the receiving end of the trolls on social media after he displayed yet another poor performance with the bat on the opening day of the second and final Test against at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Saturday.  source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/rishabh-pant-brutally-trolled-for-yet-another-poor-show-against-new-zealand-2267103.html

MS Dhoni offers prayers at Ranchi’s famous Deori temple, pics go viral

Former Team India skipper MS Dhoni visited Ranchi’s iconic Deori Maa Temple and offered prayers there on Friday (February 28, 2020).  According to reports, Dhoni arrived at the famous temple around 12 noon to seek the blessings of the presiding deity. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/ms-dhoni-offers-prayers-at-ranchi-s-famous-deori-temple-pics-go-viral-2267025.html

Soccer Star Chicharito Is Closer to Mexico. But Maybe Not Close Enough

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Sun Yang, Chinese Olympic Swimmer, Gets 8-Year Doping Ban

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Sir Richard Hadlee, legendary New Zealand all-rounder, says Test cricket must for T20's existence

New Zealand pace great Sir Richard Hadlee is a purist at heart and no fan of cricket's shortest international format - T20. Hadlee, who once held the world record of taking most Test wickets with his 431 scalps, has no qualms in asserting that the shortest format will not survive if Tests are not taken care of. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/sir-richard-hadlee-legendary-new-zealand-all-rounder-says-test-cricket-must-for-t20s-existence-2266924.html

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: India aren’t taking Sri Lanka lightly, says Harmanpreet Kaur

India’s spot in the semi-finals of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20 World Cup 2020 is already safe but captain Harmanpreet Kaur insisted that her side would not take Sri Lanka lightly in their final Group A game at Junction Oval in Melbourne on Saturday.  source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/icc-womens-t20-world-cup-india-aren-t-taking-sri-lanka-lightly-says-harmanpreet-kaur-2266920.html

For Silvio Berlusconi, New Colors and a New Cause

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India include 'turbo touch' in training drill ahead of 2nd New Zealand Test--Watch

Having slumped to a crushing defeat at the hands of New Zealand in Wellington, the Virat Kohli-led side has now added a new drill in their training session as they look to level the two-match series with a win in the second Test, beginning Saturday at the Hagley Oval. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-include-turbo-touch-in-training-drill-ahead-of-2nd-new-zealand-test-watch-2266896.html

Dear CAS: With Flurry of Letters, Russia May Delay Olympic Ban

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Women's T20 World Cup: India look to iron out batting woes against Sri Lanka

Having already secured a semifinal berth, the unbeaten Indian women's cricket team will look to address some of its batting issues when they take on Sri Lanka in the final Group A match in the ICC T20 World Cup here on Saturday. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-india-look-to-iron-out-batting-woes-against-sri-lanka-2266864.html

Vivianne Miedema Lets Her Goals Do the Talking

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Losses hurt but we learn from them, says Indian coach Ravi Shastri

The sour taste of a 10-wicket loss to New Zealand in the first Test had been a good lesson for India`s cricketers and there was no doubt they would be far more competitive in the second in Christchurch, coach Ravi Shastri said. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/losses-hurt-but-we-learn-from-them-says-indian-coach-ravi-shastri-2266825.html

Goldberg crushes The Fiend to clinch Universal title at WWE Super ShowDown

American professional wrestler Bill Goldberg produced a dominant performance as he stunned his fellow countryman 'The Fiend' Bray Wyatt at WWE Super ShowDown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to clinch the Universal Championship for the second time in his career.  source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/goldberg-crushes-the-fiend-to-clinch-universal-title-at-wwe-super-showdown-2266819.html

Tired of Chasing Astros, A’s Look Forward to a ‘Level’ Playing Field

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Cellphone Carriers May Face $200 Million in Fines for Selling Location Data

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Cellphone Carriers May Face $200 Million in Fines for Selling Location Data

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Cellphone Carriers May Face $200 Million in Fines for Selling Location Data

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Cloud Computing Is Not the Energy Hog That Had Been Feared

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UEFA Warns Staff of Safety Concerns Amid Manchester City Backlash

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Navy arms destroyers with new laser weapons

Navy arms destroyers with new laser weapons Enemy drones over the ocean could track and surveil U.S. Navy ships, designate targets for aircraft or maritime attacks, or even fire dangerous weapons themselves at surface ships. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2wUza6H

Facebook cracks down on ads promising to cure coronavirus

Facebook cracks down on ads promising to cure coronavirus Facebook is cracking down on advertisements that promise to cure or prevent the coronavirus as some take advantage of fear about the epidemic spreading around the world. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2Pvvvmb

Mahendra Singh Dhoni tries his hands at farming in Ranchi, grows organic watermelon and papaya

In a video shared by Mahendra Singh Dhoni on his Facebook page, the star cricketer is seen with a few people in a field where organic watermelons and papayas are being cultivated. "Start of organic farming of watermelon in Ranchi followed by papaya in 20 days time. First time so very excited," Dhoni wrote as the video caption. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/mahendra-singh-dhoni-tries-his-hands-at-farming-in-ranchi-grows-organic-watermelon-and-papaya-2266750.html

Pep Guardiola sets record for most wins as manager in Champions League knockout games

Pep Guardiola also created another record as he became the manager with the most number of wins (10) against Madrid in all competitions in the 21st century, surpassing Ernesto Valverde and Diego Simeone. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/pep-guardiola-sets-record-for-most-wins-as-manager-in-champions-league-knockout-games-2266707.html

Kiren Rijiju dismisses coronavirus threat, says Olympics preparations in full flow

Kiren Rijiju said, "Tokyo 2020 Olympics will be a historic moment for all Asian countries. We are going to send a large Indian contingent. Players should understand that they do not only represent themselves, but they represent the country."  source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/kiren-rijiju-dismisses-coronavirus-threat-says-olympics-preparations-in-full-flow-2266699.html

Mahendra Singh Dhoni turns a pitch curator in Ranchi, operates roller

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was seen operating a pitch roller during a practice session at the Jharkhand States Cricket Association International Cricket Stadium in Ranchi on Wednesday (February 26, 2020). Dhoni, who has been out of action since India's loss to New Zealand in the ICC One-Day International World Cup on July 9 at the Old Trafford in England's Manchester, on Wednesday showed that he can be useful in curating and rolling the pitch too. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/mahendra-singh-dhoni-turns-a-pitch-curator-in-ranchi-operates-roller-2266692.html

Founder of 8chan Faces Arrest on ‘Cyberlibel’ Charge

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Founder of 8chan Faces Arrest on ‘Cyberlibel’ Charge

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Founder of 8chan Faces Arrest on ‘Cyberlibel’ Charge

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Rajasthan Royals play two IPL 2020 home games in Guwahati, face Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders

Jaipur-based Rajasthan Royals (RR) will be travelling to Guwahati in Assam for two home games in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 edition. Led by Australia's Steve Smith, Rajasthan Royals face Delhi Capitals on April 5 and then take on Kolkata Knight Riders four days later on April 9 at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. Rjasthan Royals tweeted that the move will help in expanding cricket's footprint in Northeast India as the region will host IPL matches for the first time ever. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/rajasthan-royals-play-two-ipl-2020-home-games-in-guwahati-face-delhi-capitals-and-kolkata-knight-riders-2266681.html

Prodding Mets to Spend More, Fans Have a Message: We’ll Venmo You

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David Warner and Aaron Finch's bat, Adam Zampa and Ashton Agar's spin power Australia to T20I series win over South Africa

Australia claimed the three-match T20 International series against South Africa 2-1 after David Warner and Aaron Finch powered the team from Down Under to a 97-run victory in the third and final match of the series on Wednesday (February 26, 2020) at Newlands in Cape Town. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/david-warner-and-aaron-finchs-bat-adam-zampa-and-ashton-agars-spin-power-australia-to-t20i-series-win-over-south-africa-2266671.html

Sunrisers Hyderabad reappoint Australia opener David Warner as captain for IPL 2020

Australian opener David Warner has been reappointed the captain of Indian Premier League (IPL) team Sunrisers Hyderabad for the 2020 season starting March 29. Warner had captained Sunrisers Hyderabad from 2015 to 2017 before he was banned in 2018 from any form of cricket following his involvement in the ball-tampering incident in the Cape Town Test against South Africa. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/sunrisers-hyderabad-reappoint-australia-opener-david-warner-as-captain-for-indian-premier-league-ipl-2020-2266665.html

ICC Women's T20 WC: India beat New Zealand by 3 runs, reach semi-finals

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side was able to maintain pressure on the rivals by taking early wickets as the Kiwis began the 134-run chase. Shafali Verma was once again the star with the bat for India as she slammed a well-composed knock of 46 runs off 34 balls laced with three sixes and 4 fours. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/icc-womens-t20-wc-india-beat-new-zealand-qualify-for-semi-finals-2266663.html

India batsman Ajinkya Rahane's plan to counter New Zealand pacers in Christchurch Test

India batsman Ajinkya Rahane has a strategy to tackle New Zealand fast bowlers who had blown away the visiting team's batsmen batters in the first Test at Wellingtion. Rahane plans to face the New Zealand pace battery with more intent in the second Test and his foolproof strategy includes countering the awkward angles which became a nightmare for Indian batsmen during the first Test at the Basin Reserve in Wellington which the Virat Kohli-led team lost in just over three days by 10 wickets. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-batsman-ajinkya-rahanes-plan-to-counter-new-zealand-pacers-in-christchurch-test-2266655.html

Grappling With Coronavirus, Tokyo Olympic Leaders Have No Good Options

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Grappling With Coronavirus, Tokyo Olympic Leaders Have No Good Options

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Amazon opens full-size grocery store with no cashiers

Amazon opens full-size grocery store with no cashiers Amazon on Tuesday unveiled a new supermarket prototype that relies more on technology than human workers — a controversial, job-killing business model that CEO Jeff Bezos had dismissed as nutty three years ago. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/3a4bV8r

Pakistan stun West Indies in ICC Women's T20 World Cup opener, win by 8 wickets

Pakistan launched their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup campaign on Wednesday (February 26, 2020) in great style by stunning 2016 winners West Indies in a Group B match at Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia. Pakistan outplayed West Indies in all the departments to register an east with an eight-wicket victory with 10 balls to spare. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/pakistan-stun-west-indies-in-icc-womens-t20-world-cup-opener-win-by-8-wickets-2266499.html

India vs New Zealand ICC Women's T20 World Cup Dream 11, Junction Oval pitch, Melbourne weather report

India take on New Zealand in their third Group A match of ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Junction Oval in Australia's Melbourne on Thursday (February 27, 2020). Both the team are unbeaten in the tournament so far with India at the top of Group A with two wins in two matches and New Zealand in the second spot after beating Sri Lanka in their opener. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-vs-new-zealand-icc-womens-t20-world-cup-dream-11-junction-oval-pitch-melbourne-weather-report-2266495.html

Coping With Kobe Grief: ‘There’s No Giving Advice on This.’

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Zion Williamson’s Time Is Now

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Maria Sharapova Is Retiring From Tennis at 32

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As coronavirus looms over Olympics, Japan PM urges two-week curbs on sports events

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called on Wednesday for sports and cultural events to be scrapped or curtailed for two weeks in the battle to stem a coronavirus contagion amid mounting concerns the 2020 Tokyo Olympics could be cancelled. source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/as-coronavirus-looms-over-olympics-japan-pm-urges-two-week-curbs-on-sports-events-2266455.html

Zion Williamson’s Time Is Now

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Kashvee Gautam emulates Anil Kumble and Jim Laker, scalps 10 wickets in women's Under 19 domestic one-day match

Bringing back memories of legendary India leg-spinner Anil Kumble and England's off-spinner Jim Laker, Chandigarh captain Kashvee Gautam on Tuesday (February 25, 2020) wrote her name in the history books by becoming the first Indian women player to pick all 10 wickets in a limited-overs match. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/kashvee-gautam-emulates-anil-kumble-and-jim-laker-scalps-10-wickets-in-womens-under-19-domestic-one-day-match-2266434.html

3 reasons to block your number before making a call

3 reasons to block your number before making a call Show of hands. Do you answer calls from numbers you don’t know? Me neither. Sure, it could be something important, but it’s most likely just spam. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2HSYpsl

TikTok ‘Skullbreaker’ challenge injures New Jersey teen: report

TikTok ‘Skullbreaker’ challenge injures New Jersey teen: report Doctors are reportedly warning parents about another viral challenge that involves two people getting a third to leap into the air, and then doing their best to kick the person’s feet out from under them. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2VoCEbS

India riding high on young guns Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues in ICC Women's T20 World Cup

India are on top of Group A after winning both their league matches in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020. In the first match, in India defeated Australia while Bangladesh found the going too tough in the second and on both occasions the young players in the team gave a scintillating display. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-riding-high-on-young-guns-shafali-verma-jemimah-rodrigues-in-icc-womens-t20-world-cup-2266394.html

After Hitting a ‘Very Dark Spot,’ Angels Are Ready for a Reset

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New Zealand's Neil Wagner says India batsmen will face more pace, bounce and chin music in 2nd Test at Christchurch

New Zealand pacer Neil Wagner on Wednesday (February 26, 2020) reaffirmed his team's intention to test the Indian batsmen with a liberal dose of "chin music" in the second Test at the seamer-friendly Hagley Oval. Wagner had opted out of the first Test to be with his wife for the birth of their first child, daughter Olivia. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/new-zealands-neil-wagner-says-india-batsmen-will-face-more-pace-bounce-and-chin-music-in-2nd-test-at-christchurch-2266378.html

India face strong New Zealand in Women's T20 World Cup Group A clash

The winner of the India and New Zealand ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group A match will take the top spot and if the former clinch a victory, it will take them a step closer to a place in the semifinal of the tournament. The top two teams from Group A and B will qualify for the last four. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-face-strong-new-zealand-in-womens-t20-world-cup-group-a-clash-2266367.html

Barcelona draw 1-1 Napoli in Champions League last-16 tie, Antoine Griezmann and Dries Mertens scorers

Barcelona ended the game with 10 men after Arturo Vidal was sent off with two minutes to go after picking up two yellow cards, following an angry clash with Napoli defender Mario Rui. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/barcelona-draw-1-1-napoli-in-champions-league-last-16-tie-antoine-griezmann-and-dries-mertens-scorers-2266350.html

Chennaiyin FC book FC Goa date in ISL play-offs after 2-2 with NorthEast United FC

Chennaiyin FC drew 2-2 with NorthEast United FC in Assam's Guwahati on Tuesday (February 25, 2020) to end their league engagements on the fourth spot and will now take FC Goa in the play-offs of the Indian Super League. Masih Saighani fired Chennaiyin into the lead (17th minute) before two goals in either half by Martin Chaves (43rd, 71st) seemed to have handed all three points for NorthEast United. But a late equaliser from Lallianzuala Chhangte (90+3rd) ensured the away side took a point. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/chennaiyin-fc-book-fc-goa-date-in-isl-play-offs-after-2-2-with-northeast-united-fc-2266330.html

Ex-Microsoft engineer convicted of stealing millions in digital currency for lavish purchases

Ex-Microsoft engineer convicted of stealing millions in digital currency for lavish purchases A former Microsoft employee was convicted Tuesday of wire fraud and other charges for stealing millions in gift cards and digital currency from the company then reselling the items to fund a $1.7 million lakefront home and $160,000 Tesla vehicle. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/396mYy0

Sabrina Ionescu Comes Up Big in Moments On and Off the Court

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N.F.L. Players Aren’t Sold on Proposed 17-Game Season

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Coronavirus Fears Lead to Closed-Door Soccer Game in Italy

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Cloud over Mt. Shasta appears 'out of this world'

Cloud over Mt. Shasta appears 'out of this world' Are human beings alone in the universe? It's the question of a lifetime and no one has really been able to answer it yet.  via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2Po7WMe

Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Mohammad Shami in Asia XI squad for T20Is in Bangladesh

India skipper Virat Kohli was on Tuesday named in the Asia XI squad which will lock horns with Faf du Plessis-led World XI in next month's Bangabandhu 100-year celebration three-match T20 International series in Dhaka.  source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/virat-kohli-rishabh-pant-mohammad-shami-in-asia-xi-squad-for-t20is-in-bangladesh-2266195.html

Dubai Tennis Championship: Leander Paes-Matthew Ebden to begin campaign in men's doubles category

Indian tennis ace Leander Paes and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden will look to kickstart their campaign at the Dubai Duty-Free Tennis Championship on a winning note when they play their round-of-16 clash of the men's doubles event later on Tuesday.  source https://zeenews.india.com/tennis/dubai-tennis-championship-leander-paes-matthew-ebden-to-begin-campaign-in-mens-doubles-category-2266176.html

IPL 2020: Rajasthan Royals to train in Guwahati from February 27 to 29

With the Rajasthan High Court set to hear the petition filed against Rajasthan Royals' decision to host two IPL games in Guwahati on March 17, the franchise has decided to use the facilities at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium for a three-day camp that will help them get a hang of conditions in what could turn out to be their second home ground source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/ipl-2020-rajasthan-royals-to-train-in-guwahati-from-february-27-to-29-2266115.html

Women's T20 World Cup: Jemimah Rodrigues has impressed a lot, says Windies' Shakera Selman

West Indies fast bowler Shakera Selman has heaped praises on Indian batwomen Jemimah Rodrigues, saying that the latter is a really good cricketer who has impressed a lot at such a young age. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-jemimah-rodrigues-has-impressed-a-lot-says-windies-shakera-selman-2266103.html

Sabrina Ionescu Pulls Off an N.C.A.A. First Hours After Kobe Bryant Memorial

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How Barcelona Lost Its Way

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Women's T20 World Cup: Rachael Haynes spares Australia’s blushes against Sri Lanka

Australian women vice-captain Rachael Haynes was the hero for her side with a classy half-century as the defending champion overcome a mighty scare against Sri Lanka and clinched a five-wicket win in their second Group A clash of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women's T20 World Cup at WACA Ground in Perth on Monday. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-rachael-haynes-spares-australia-s-blushes-against-sri-lanka-2265994.html

Kobe Bryant's wife Venessa sues helicopter operator after fatal crash: Reports

The widow of NBA star Kobe Bryant has filed a lawsuit against the operator of a helicopter that crashed into a California hillside, killing him, their daughter Gianna and seven others nearly a month ago, the Los Angeles Times reported on Monday. source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/kobe-bryants-wife-venessa-sues-helicopter-operator-after-fatal-crash-reports-2265990.html

New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson vows plenty more to come after dream debut against India

New Zealand`s Kyle Jamieson enjoyed a memorable Test debut in Monday`s 10-wicket win over India at the Basin Reserve and the towering pace bowler promises there is much more to come. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/new-zealands-kyle-jamieson-vows-plenty-more-to-come-after-dream-debut-against-india-2265988.html

Jeanne Evert Dubin Dies at 62; Tennis Pro in Sister’s Shadow

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As the Start-Up Boom Deflates, Tech Is Humbled

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As the Start-Up Boom Deflates, Tech Is Humbled

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Oman's Yousuf Abdulrahim Al Balushi banned from cricket for 7 years over match-fixing charges

Oman player Yousuf Abdulrahim Al Balushi has been banned from all forms of cricket for seven years after he accepted four charges of breaching the International Cricket Council (ICC) Anti-Corruption Code. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/omans-yousuf-abdulrahim-al-balushi-banned-from-cricket-for-7-years-over-match-fixing-charges-2265718.html

What to Watch for During the Kobe Bryant Memorial Service

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Can Players’ Bosses Control Cheating in Baseball? ‘It’s Tough’

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Tyson Fury’s Solid Victory Doesn’t Close the Door to Another Rematch

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Serie A: Henrikh Mkhitaryan shines as Roma end losing run with 4-0 win over Lecce

AS Roma notched up their first home league win for more than two months when they hammered Lecce 4-0 in Serie A on Sunday, helped by an inspirational performance from Henrikh Mkhitaryan. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/serie-a-henrikh-mkhitaryan-shines-as-roma-end-losing-run-with-4-0-win-over-lecce-2265681.html

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Women's T20 World Cup: East Perth weather, WACA Ground pitch report

India will head into the match after clinching a comfortable 17-run win over defending champion Australia in the tournament opener at Sydney Showground Stadium on February 21.  source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-vs-bangladesh-icc-womens-t20-world-cup-east-perth-weather-waca-ground-pitch-report-2265677.html

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: South Africa stun England by 6 wickets in opening match

Mignon du Preez celebrated her 100th T20I appearance in style by hitting back-to-back boundaries to help South Africa beat England by six wickets in their International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20 World Cup opener at WACA Ground in East Perth on Sunday. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/icc-womens-t20-world-cup-south-africa-stun-england-by-6-wickets-in-opening-match-2265666.html

We were not competitive enough, admits Virat Kohli after losing 1st New Zealand Test

After slumping to a crushing 10-wicket defeat at the hands of New Zealand, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Monday admitted that his side were not competitive enough against the Kane Williamson-led side during the opening Test at Basin Reserve in Wellington.  source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/we-were-not-competitive-enough-admits-virat-kohli-after-losing-1st-new-zealand-test-2265621.html

Chinese hacking: 5 major cases of Beijing-linked cyber intrusion

Chinese hacking: 5 major cases of Beijing-linked cyber intrusion Amid the growing political and economic influence of China, attention has turned to Beijing’s concerted efforts to collect data on Americans and steal scientific research. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/3a0TKAi

India lose first match in ICC World Test Championship; New Zealand take 1-0 lead

Opting to field after winning the toss, New Zealand bowled out India for 165 in their first innings and then, riding skipper Kane Williamson's 89 and useful knocks by Colin de Grandhomme and debutant Kyle Jamieson, made 348 for a big lead of 183 runs. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/india-lose-first-match-in-icc-world-test-championship-new-zealand-take-1-0-lead-2265612.html

At U.C. Irvine, to Honor Kobe Bryant Is to Win

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The fighters (creatively) got to the ring.

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The delays before the actual fight.

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One shot, and a knockout.

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