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Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 96 was in vain as Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets on Friday to set up an IPL final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Chasing 215 for victory after Sooryavanshi’s second successive 90-plus score in the last play-off, Gujarat skipper Shubman Gill’s 104 saw them chase down their target with eight balls to spare in New Chandigarh.Gill put on 167 runs with opening partner Sai Sudharsan, who made 58, as Gujarat, who lost the first play-off to Bengaluru, reached their third final in five seasons since their title-winning debut in 2022.Teenage sensation Sooryavanshi bowed out at the top of this season’s batting chart with 776 runs after his 47-ball knock laced with eight fours and seven sixes.Gill – India’s Test and ODI captain – is behind the boy wonder with 722 runs but has a chance to move ahead of him in the final in Ahmedabad on Sunday.Gill and the left-handed Sudharsan batted with control in a classical display to ease into the chase against a bowling attack led by Jofra Archer.Sudharsan, who was dropped on 14, fell hit wicket for the second time in two matches as his bat slipped to rattle the stumps after he had guided the ball for a four.Gill reached his first century of this season with a four but soon departed as Archer trapped him lbw before Jos Buttler (9) and Rahul Tewatia, with a winning six in his 17, steered the team home.Earlier Sooryavanshi’s partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, who hit an unbeaten 45, stood out in Rajasthan’s 214-6.Sooryavanshi, who hit a blistering 29-ball 97 in the eliminator, missed out on his ton for a second straight game after he miscued a shot to deep thirdman off Kagiso Rabada.He went on to raise his fifth half-century of the season in 31 balls — his slowest IPL fifty, but held the innings together despite the regular fall of wickets.Gujarat quicks peppered the left-handed Sooryavanshi with short balls and the teenager edged one from Rabada on to his helmet, but soon got back to business after a mandatory concussion check.He picked up the pace with a couple of sixes and fours and put life back into the innings with a 58-run stand with Jadeja.Jadeja and Sooryavanshi had put on 73 for the third wicket to hit back after Gujarat pace bowlers Mohammed Siraj and Rabada struck early on.Donovan Ferreira made Rajasthan finish with a flourish in his unbeaten 11-ball 38 but the effort was not enough. BRIEF SCORESGujarat Titans 219 for 3 (Gill 104, Sai Sudharsan 58) beat Rajasthan Royals 214 for 6 (Sooryavanshi 96, Jadeja 45*, Ferreira 38*, Holder 2-27, Rabada 2-35) by seven wickets Related Story Source link
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Arsenal’s long road back to Europe’s top table reaches its defining night tomorrow as they face Paris St Germain in the Champions League final, chasing a first crown that would seal the renaissance engineered by Mikel Arteta. The London club held off Manchester City to claim a first Premier League crown for 22 years last week, finally shedding the ‘nearly men’ tag that had weighed on Arteta’s shoulders. With the suffocating pressure of trying to deliver the Premier League title now released, they will seek a glittering ‘bonus’ trophy that would see them surpass even the legend of Arsene Wenger’s 2003-04 Invincibles. They face a formidable challenge in Budapest against Luis Enrique’s outstanding PSG team – a rare blend of eye-catching flair, intelligence and hard graft. Just as in 2006 when they lost to Frank Rijkaard’s Barcelona in their only previous appearance in the final, Arsenal will start as slight underdogs. But no one should be in any doubt about Arsenal’s ability to deliver on the biggest of stages.They may not be to everyone’s liking with their reliance on defensive stability and set pieces, but the old chant of ‘1-0 to the Arsenal’ that marked the days of former manager George Graham is now being sung with a new sense of pride. Eight victories came by that score in the Premier League as Arsenal kept 19 clean sheets while in the Champions League they have kept a competition-high nine shutouts and conceded only six goals in 14 unbeaten games. While reigning champions PSG have been delighting the purists, Arsenal have shown scant regard for critics of their more pragmatic approach and will not be about to tamper with what has become a watertight formula tomorrow. “The first goal is going to be key,” former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson said looking ahead to the final. “PSG will be worried about going 1-0 down to Arsenal, because they’ll know they’ll be up against it – they’ll be scared of losing the first goal.” Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat by Barcelona in 2006 was followed three years later by a run to the semi-finals. After that it was as if they were making up the numbers amongst Europe’s elite with seven successive last-16 exits before five seasons when they failed to even qualify for it. Even when Arteta returned to the club as manager in 2019 it took a while for Arsenal to re-establish themselves in Europe’s most prestigious club competition. But since then the progress has been impressive. Two years ago they lost by the odd goal against Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals before reaching the semi-finals last season, falling to Luis Enrique’s PSG again over two tight legs.Spaniard Arteta felt a deep sense of grievance after that bitter loss just over a year ago – claiming that defeat would make his team even more hungry to conquerEurope. Now they have the chance to set the record straight – and complete the journey from nearly men to champions of Europe. Meanwhile, Some 22,000 police officers will be deployed across France for the Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal this weekend, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said yesterday. Paris Saint-Germain’s 5-0 victory last year against Inter Milan in European football’s showpiece competition saw violence, particularly on the Champs-Elysees and around the club’s Parc des Princes stadium, where the match was shown live. Nunez told online news site Brut that of the 22,000 officers on duty for tomorrow’s match, 8,000 would be in the French capital. Last year also saw a huge policing operation, with 5,400 officers mobilised in the Paris metropolitan area. Source link
Qatar suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to the Republic of Ireland in an international friendly at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin yesterday, as Julen Lopetegui’s side continued their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Al Annabi were undone by an early Nathan Collins goal in the fifth minute and could not find a response in a contest that saw both sides reduced to 10 men. The match marked the start of the final phase of Qatar’s build-up to the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, where they will make their second successive appearance at the global showpiece. Ireland made a bright start and took the lead after just five minutes when Jack Moylan delivered a dangerous free-kick into the box and captain Collins rose highest to head past goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada. The hosts continued to threaten early on, with Troy Parrott curling narrowly wide, while Qatar struggled to create clear openings despite enjoying more possession as the first half progressed. Akram Afif came closest for the visitors midway through the half after being played through by Yusuf Abdurazzaq, but the striker fired well off target. Qatar gradually settled into the contest and Homam Al Amin, making his 100th international appearance, sent a free-kick over the crossbar from a promising position. The game took a dramatic turn late in the first half when Ireland midfielder Moylan, who had impressed throughout, was shown a straight red card for a high challenge on Jassem Gaber in the 43rd minute. The dismissal gave Qatar renewed momentum before the break, but Lopetegui’s side struggled to seriously test Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher. Lopetegui made five changes shortly after the restart, introducing Almoez Ali, Ahmed Alaaeldin, Karim Boudiaf, Assim Madibo and Mohamed al-Mannai as the coach opted to put 21 players through their paces. Qatar enjoyed more of the ball in the second half but failed to make their pressure count. Edmilson Junior and Alaaeldin both wasted decent opportunities, while Abdulrazzaq saw a deflected effort saved by Kelleher. Ireland, meanwhile, threatened sporadically on the counter and nearly doubled their lead late on when Collins headed across goal, but both Parrott and James Abankwah failed to convert from close range. The friendly became increasingly heated in the closing stages when substitute Almoez Ali was sent off in the 77th minute for shoving Jayson Molumby, reducing Qatar to 10 men as both teams finished a player short. There was also concern for al-Mannai, who was forced off injured only minutes after coming on, with veteran Hassan al-Haydos replacing him late in the match. Qatar will now continue their preparations with a final warm-up match against El Salvador in Los Angeles on June 6. Al Annabi have been drawn in Group B at the World Cup and will open their campaign against Switzerland on June 13 at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium before taking on co-hosts Canada in Vancouver on June 19. Qatar will conclude the group stage against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Seattle on June 24. Source link
Jannik Sinner succumbed to illness and a remarkable Juan Manuel Cerundolo comeback to crash out of the French Open on Thursday, blowing the men’s tournament wide open, as Aryna Sabalenka safely avoided a similar fate to progress.Men’s world number one Sinner was cruising when leading by two sets and 5-1 in the third set before suddenly struggling with his movement as he lost 18 points in a row.Sinner took a medical time-out, complained of feeling “dizzy” and left a sweltering Court Philippe Chatrier for treatment, but after returning still slipped to a 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 second-round loss to world number 56 Cerundolo.”I struggled, starting to feel very dizzy. Very low of energy. Tried to serve it out, but didn’t have a lot of energy,” said the Italian. “Woke up this morning, didn’t feel very well and tried to keep the points very short.”Sinner suffered his earliest exit from a Grand Slam since the 2023 French Open, as Cerundolo completed one of tennis’ biggest shocks in recent years and set up a last-32 tie against Spanish youngster Martin Landaluce on Saturday.The 24-year-old Sinner was the latest player to wilt under the blazing sun this week, seeing his 30-match winning streak, after taking titles in Rome, Madrid and Monte Carlo, Miami and Indian Wells, come to a shuddering halt.The Italian will now have to wait until next year, when injured rival Carlos Alcaraz will likely be back in action, for his next chance to complete the career Grand Slam.The top seed was in total control and romping towards the most routine of victories before he suddenly started to struggle physically, losing three consecutive games to love.He asked the chair umpire what his options were when 0-40 down in the next game, before being evaluated by a physio, saying he felt dizzy and needed to vomit.Sinner gingerly returned to the court after treatment to applause from the crowd but continued to melt in the 32C heat as Cerundolo took the set.Unheralded Argentinian Cerundolo appeared inspired by the unexpected opportunity and raced to victory against his deflated opponent, who was left bent over double after every lengthy rally. “I was little bit lucky, I feel sorry for him,” said Cerundolo, whose older brother Francisco also booked a last-32 spot shortly afterwards.French 17-year-old Moise Kouame became the youngest man to reach the third round at a major since Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon 23 years ago.The wildcard delighted a raucous crowd with a dramatic 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 2-6, 7-6 (10/8) over Paraguay’s Adolfo Daniel Vallejo after four hours and 56 minutes on Court Suzanne Lenglen. “Frankly, without you, I would never have won this match, never,” Kouame told the crowd.Canadian fourth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime reached the third round for only the second time in his last eight Grand Slam events, beating Roman Andres Burruchaga in four sets. Women’s world number one Aryna Sabalenka ground down a battling Elsa Jacquemot to win 7-5, 6-2. (AFP) Sabalenka, Gauff throughWomen’s world number one Sabalenka ground down a battling Elsa Jacquemot to win 7-5, 6-2. The 67th-ranked home hope Jacquemot pushed Sabalenka for long periods on Chatrier but ultimately could not live with the Belarusian’s power.Sabalenka, chasing a fifth Grand Slam title and first at Roland Garros, will next take on Daria Kasatkina.Reigning champion Coco Gauff also booked her place in the last 32, seeing off Egyptian qualifier Mayar Sherif 6-3, 6-2. The American, who could face Sabalenka in the semis in a rematch of last year’s final, got the better of a scrappy match featuring 11 breaks of serve. “It was a physical match, a tough match, my patience was really tested today,” said Gauff.Naomi Osaka edged closer to a possible last-16 meeting with Sabalenka after reaching the third round for the first time in seven years by beating Croatia’s Donna Vekic 7-6 (7/1), 6-4.The four-time Grand Slam champion will face a tough test from American teenager Iva Jovic on Saturday after the 17th seed thrashed compatriot Emma Navarro 6-0, 6-3.Sixth seed Amanda Anisimova, who lost the Wimbledon and US Open finals last year, progressed when her opponent Julia Grabher retired after losing the first set 6-0. Second round results(x denotes seeding):Men: Juan Manuel Cerundolo (ARG) bt Jannik Sinner (ITA x1) 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1; Martin Landaluce (ESP) bt Vit Kopriva (CZE) 1-6, 2-6, 6-4, 7-5, 6-0; Jaime Faria (POR) bt Jan-Lennard Struff (GER) 7-5, 7-6 (7/1), 6-2; Moise Kouame (FRA) bt Daniel Vallejo (PAR) 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 2-6, 7-6 (10/8); Alejandro Tabilo (CHI) bt Valentin Vacherot (MON x16) – walkover; Flavio Cobolli (ITA x10) bt Wu Yibing (CHN) 6-4, 6-4, 6-4; Learner Tien (USA x18) bt Facundo Diaz Acosta (ARG) 7-5, 4-6, 3-6, 7-6 (7/4), 6-3; Francisco Cerundolo (ARG x25) bt Hugo Gaston (FRA) 2-6, 6-4, 6-2, 6-1; Zachary Svajda (USA) bt Adam Walton (AUS) 6-3, 6-4, 6-7 (4/7), 6-2 Women: Aryna Sabalenka (BLR x1) bt Elsa Jacquemot (FRA) 7-5, 6-2; Daria Kasatkina (AUS) bt Susan Bandecchi (SUI) 7-5, 7-6 (13/11); Iva Jovic (USA x17) bt Emma Navarro (USA) 6-0, 6-3; Naomi Osaka (JPN x16) bt Donna Vekic (CRO) 7-6 (7/1), 6-4; Madison Keys (USA x19) bt Antonia Ruzic (CRO) 6-4, 6-4; Diana Shnaider (RUS x25) bt McCartney Kessler (USA) 7-6 (7/3), 6-1; Oleksandra Oliynykova (UKR) bt Kimberly Birrell (AUS) 6-3, 0-6, 7-6 (10/5); Coco Gauff (USA x4) bt Mayar Sherif (EGY) 6-3, 6-2; Anna Kalinskaya (RUS/N.22) bt Alina Korneeva (RUS) 7-6 (7/2), 6-4; Camila Osorio (COL) bt Yulia Putintseva (KAZ) 7-5, 6-7 (6/8), 7-5; Maria Sakkari (GRE) bt Claire Liu (USA) 6-7 (7/9), 6-3, 6-3; Maja Chwalinska (POL) bt Elise Mertens (BEL x23) 6-4, 6-0; Diane Parry (FRA) bt Ann Li (USA x30) 6-3, 6-4; Amanda Anisimova (USA x6) bt Julia Grabher (AUT) 6-0 – retired Related Story Source link
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 12 sixes, including three in a row off Australia captain Pat Cummins, before he was out for 97 off 29 balls for Rajasthan…
Brazil’s Neymar faces two to three weeks on the sidelines after injuring his calf. (AFP) Neymar has been ruled out of Brazil’s upcoming friendlies and is set to miss their World Cup opener after scans revealed a grade-two calf injury, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Thursday.CBF doctor Rodrigo Lasmar delivered the blow ahead of a players’ press conference, confirming the 34-year-old forward faces two to three more weeks on the sidelines.”Neymar reported for duty yesterday here at Granja Comary, underwent all the medical tests, which concluded with an MRI scan revealing a grade-two calf injury, not just swelling. He is expected to be cleared in two to three weeks,” Lasmar said.He did not say whether Neymar could be dropped from the squad. He had joined the team on Tuesday but missed Wednesday’s first training session and was sent to a private clinic in Teresopolis for imaging tests after complaints of swelling in his right calf.According to Lasmar, the MRI showed not swelling, as previously reported, but a Grade 2 calf strain – a moderate injury involving a partial tear of the muscle fibers that requires rest and rehabilitation.The diagnosis differs from that presented by Santos prior to the squad announcement. The club’s doctor Rodrigo Zogaib had stated the problem was merely swelling and that Neymar would arrive fit to begin training on Tuesday.Instead, Brazil’s all-time leading scorer will miss Sunday’s friendly against Panama at the Maracana and the subsequent match against Egypt in Cleveland. He is also all but ruled out of Brazil’s World Cup opener against African champions Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey.Brazil are in Group C also alongside Haiti and Scotland.Manager Carlo Ancelotti had already been without defenders Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos and forward Gabriel Martinelli for Sunday’s fixture due to their involvement in last weekend’s Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.Neymar’s recall last week had generated widespread excitement after he had not featured in Ancelotti’s plans during the Italian’s year in charge. The forward, who has scored 79 goals in 128 international appearances, has endured years of injury trouble and an underwhelming return to Santos.In an interview in early May, Ancelotti said that Neymar would receive no special treatment and that his place in the squad would be strictly based on fitness and form, not sentiment.For now, Brazil must plan without him. Related Story Source link
Italy’s World number one Jannik Sinner, the red-hot favourite at Roland Garros this year, suffered a dramatic five-set defeat by Argentina’s Juan Manuel Cerundolo after a…
Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina lost his second-round match to unseeded Argentine Thiago Agustin Tirante in four sets. (AFP) Alejandro Davidovich Fokina found himself without a coach at the French Open after his mentor Mariano Puerta abruptly quit via text message and flew to Miami without warning, leaving the Spanish 21st seed to fend for himself at Roland Garros. The bizarre coaching breakup occurred after Davidovich Fokina’s gruelling five-set victory over Bosnian Damir Dzumhur in the first round, following what was reportedly a heated discussion between player and coach. “After the match against Dzumhur, we had lunch and after that I went to cool down a little bit. He said he was feeling bad, he was going to the hotel,” Davidovich Fokina explained to reporters. “In the afternoon, like two-three hours later, he texted me a message (saying) that he will not continue… He didn’t say nothing to anybody to the team, he just took the flight and flew to Miami without saying a word to us. I heard he did this a couple of times before with other players, so it seems normal for him. I will not go behind him if he decides to leave and not continue till the end of the tournament. Not my problem, he’s an adult (who) made his own choices.” The former Argentine player previously coached Christian Garin and Brandon Nakashima. Without his coach’s guidance, which Davidovich Fokina said “probably affected me subconsciously”, he went on to lose his second-round match to unseeded Argentine Thiago Agustin Tirante in four sets yesterday. The Spanish player revealed that Puerta had even blocked his and his wife’s phone numbers, despite insisting there was no tension between them and that there was no fight that had led to the coach’s mysterious exit. “The thing is we didn’t fight, everything was normal. In the match, everything was normal. We were very communicative during the match against Dzumhur,” he added. “I don’t know what to say because it was strange. But nothing can surprise me anymore. I have (seen) a lot of things through my career, so this is another thing. I thought that he was a very good person and after that I discovered he did this a couple times before with other players.” Related Story Source link
