Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:21pm on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
India secured a 23-run victory over Zimbabwe in the third T20I, taking a 2-1 series lead. Shubman Gill (66) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (49) led the batting, helping India post 182/4. Despite a spirited 65* from Dion Myers, Zimbabwe fell short at 159/6. Washington Sundar shone with three wickets, and Avesh Khan took two. The win came after a loss in the opener and back-to-back victories for India. The fourth T20I is set for Saturday, July 13, in Harare.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:33pm on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Novak Djokovic advanced to the Wimbledon semifinals for the 13th time after Alex de Minaur withdrew due to a hip injury. De Minaur, who was injured during his fourth-round victory over Arthur Fils, announced his withdrawal hours before the quarterfinal match. The Australian expressed his devastation, revealing that medical exams showed the injury was severe. Djokovic, now tied with Roger Federer for the most Wimbledon semifinal appearances, will face either Taylor Fritz or Lorenzo Musetti. Djokovic, aiming for his eighth Wimbledon title, has won seven of his 24 Grand Slam titles at the All England Club.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:14pm on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Hours after BCCI appointed Gautam Gambhir as India's new head coach, Rohit Sharma's wife Ritika Sajdeh shared an emotional post for outgoing coach Rahul Dravid. Ritika highlighted Dravid's deep connection with their family, noting how much their daughter Samaira will miss him. Rohit, who referred to Dravid as his "work wife," praised Dravid's humility and influence in the Indian dressing room. Dravid's tenure saw India achieve significant milestones, including winning the T20 World Cup. Gambhir will now lead the team until December 2027, taking over from the legendary cricketer.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:48am on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Spanish player Lamine Yamal made history by becoming the youngest goal scorer in the Euros at 16 years and 362 days old. He scored an equalizer against France, breaking the previous record held by Switzerland's Johan Vonlathen since 2004. Yamal is also the youngest player to participate in the Euros and has recorded three assists, making him the joint assist leader of the tournament. His impressive performance has garnered significant attention, solidifying his position as a rising star in international football.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:32am on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Indian cricket team's outgoing coach Rahul Dravid rejected a bonus of Rs 2.5 crore for winning the T20 World Cup 2024. Instead, he opted for the same bonus amount as the support staff, Rs 2.5 crore. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had announced a total prize money of Rs 125 crore for the team. Dravid's decision ensured that all support staff members, including batting, bowling, and fielding coaches, received equal bonus amounts. This gesture reflects Dravid's commitment to teamwork and fair recognition.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:34am on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
The BCCI has named Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team, hoping his tenacity and leadership skills will benefit the team. Gambhir, who will begin his tenure with the Sri Lanka series, is also set to bring in his own coaching staff. According to reports, he has recommended Abhishek Nayar as assistant coach and R Vinay Kumar as bowling coach. The BCCI is expected to act quickly on these recommendations. Gambhir takes over from Rahul Dravid, who held the position with remarkable success.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:04am on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Spanish captain Alvaro Morata was injured after a security guard accidentally slid into him while trying to intervene in a fan's attempt to take a selfie with players. Morata, who had been substituted earlier, was seen limping and holding his knee in pain. Coach Luis de la Fuente downplayed the severity of the injury, saying "we believe it's nothing." Morata's status is uncertain ahead of Sunday's Euro 2024 final against either England or the Netherlands. Spain advanced to the final with a 2-1 win over France.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:27am on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Argentina defeated Canada 2-0 in the Copa América semifinals at MetLife Stadium, securing a spot in Sunday's final. Lionel Messi scored his first goal of the tournament, a subtle effort, to seal the win. The breakthrough came midway through the first half, with a straightforward goal. Despite early scares, Argentina worked hard to secure the victory. This win marks a crucial step towards repeating as champions. Key points: Argentina wins 2-0, Messi scores his first goal, and the team advances to the final.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:00am on 10 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports
Spain won 2-1 against France in the Euro 2024 semifinals, advancing to the final. France's Randal Kolo Muani scored first, but Spain's Lamine Yamal equalized in the 21st minute, becoming the youngest scorer at a major tournament at 16 years old. Dani Olmo scored the winning goal four minutes later. Spain's victory marks their fifth win in five Euro 2024 matches. They will face either England or the Netherlands in the final. This win marks a historic moment for Spain and a remarkable achievement for young sensation Lamine Yamal.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:26pm on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday Sports
Spain and France meet in the EURO 2024 semi-finals on Tuesday, July 9. Spain has won all five of their games, showcasing strong offense and defense. France has kept four clean sheets in their five matches and aims for a fourth major final in eight years. Spain will miss Carvajal and Le Normand due to suspensions. Expected line-ups are Unai Simón; Navas, Nacho, Laporte, Cucurella; Olmo, Rodri, Ruiz; Yamal, Morata, Williams for Spain, and Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Hernández; Kanté, Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Griezmann; Kolo Muani, Mbappé for France.