Ajinkya Rahane-led Mumbai defeated Tamil Nadu, captained by Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, by an innings and 70 runs, advancing to the Ranji Trophy final for the 48th occasion. Meanwhile, achieving a milestone, both the Indian men's and women's table tennis teams secured their spots for the 2024 Paris Olympics on March 4, with their qualification determined by their current world rankings. Presently, the men's team holds the 15th position, while the women's team is ranked 13th.
Let's have a look at the top 10 trending sports news on March 5's sports roundup:
Mumbai storm into Ranji Trophy final
Mumbai secured a commanding win within three days over Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy semifinal at the BKS complex, advancing to the tournament final for the 48th time. Tamil Nadu was dismissed for 182 in their second innings, with Shams Mulani taking four wickets, leading Mumbai to a resounding innings and 70-run victory.
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2024 match ticket's price touches sky
The scarcity of India vs Pakistan clashes on the cricket field due to political tension between the two nations often leads to tickets getting sold out early. Fans eagerly wait for the high-voltage and often resort to other methods to get tickets for the mega event. With few months to go to T20 World Cup 2024 between the two, the ticket prices on resale platforms went as high as Rs 1.86 crore.
Pat Cummins becomes SRH's new captain
In a significant move ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Australian cricket team captain and ace fast bowler, Pat Cummins, has been appointed as the new skipper of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), taking over the reins from South African batter Aiden Markram who led the team in the 2023 edition.
WPL 2024: RCB return to winnings ways
Skipper Smriti Mandhana and Ellyse Perry's half-centuries helped RCB post 198/3 and beat UP Warriorz by 23 runs in their last home match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 season. RCB climbed one spot to no.3 on the points table after two consecutive losses. UP Warriorz lost their third match of the season and are fourth on the points table.
ICC Player of the Month Award: One Indian star nominated alongside Williamson, Nissanka
February was a month filled with exhilarating cricket performances, culminating in the nomination of three outstanding players for the ICC Player of the Month award. India's Yashasvi Jaiswal, New Zealand's Kane Williamson and Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka have been shortlisted for the award.
MS Dhoni teases fans with ‘new role’ post ahead of IPL 2024
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni caused a stir on the internet with a Facebook post on Monday evening, March 4, teasing a new 'role' for himself in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.
Dhoni's Facebook post read: “Can’t wait for the new season and the new ‘role’. Stay tuned!”
Rinku Singh catches up with Brendon McCullum
The English Team is gearing up for the fifth Test in Dharamsala, and with the final match of the India versus England Test series just around the corner, Rinku Singh seized the opportunity to visit Brendon McCullum, the former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) coach who is now coaching England.
Delhi HC seeks government, WFI's response to wrestlers' petition against federation elections
The Delhi High Court on March 4 requested responses from both the Centre and the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) regarding a petition filed by wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and her husband Satyawart Kadian. They are seeking to have the December 2023 elections conducted by the sports body declared illegal and invalidated.
Indian men's, women's book Paris Olympics berths
In a historic feat, India's men's and women's table tennis teams on March 4 qualified for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. The qualification was based on the rankings. Currently, the men's and women's team is ranked 15th and 13th respectively.
Arsenal thrash Sheffield United
Rampant Arsenal made history with a 6-0 win away to shambolic Sheffield United as Mikel Arteta’s side moved back to within two points of the Premier League summit.
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