On the opening session of Day 3 of the 1st in Hyderabad, India were bundled out by England after scoring 436 runs and securing a 190-run lead. The International Cricket Council (ICC) released the events schedule for the 2024-27 cycle. Meanwhile, Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna will be in action during the Australian Open 2024 men's doubles final on January 27 (Saturday).
Let's have a look at the top 10 trending sports news on January 27's sports roundup:
India all out for 436 on Day 3, secure 190 runs
England finally managed to bundle out India but not before the hosts secured a monumental lead of 190 runs. In their first innings, India scored 436 runs and were all out during the opening session of the Day 3. England had earlier scored 246 runs in their first innings after electing to bat first.
3 Indian batters miss out on well-deserved centuries
Three Indian batters were dismissed in the 80s during the first innings of the first Test against England in Hyderabad. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal departed after playing an entertaining knock of 80 runs off 74 balls. Stylish batter KL Rahul missed his century by just 14 runs as he was dismissed for 86 runs. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja top-scored for India but missed out on a century as well. Jadeja departed after scoring 87 runs.
Joe Root shines with the ball, picks 4 wickets
Joe Root turned out to be England's best bowler in the first innings of the Hyderabad Test against India. The right-arm off-spinner bagged four wickets in his spell of 29 overs. Leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed and debutant Tom Hartley bagged two wickets each while Jack Leach managed to pick a wicket.
ICC releases schedule for events in 2024-27 cycle
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the event calendar for the 2024-2027 cycle, featuring a comprehensive lineup of 13 ICC tournaments. This busy four-year period will include major events like the men's and women's 50-over World Cups, the World Test Championship final, the Champions Trophy, and the T20 World Cup, among others. Kicking off this cycle, the first event will be the men's T20 World Cup, set to take place in June 2024, and jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA.
India to host two World Cups, one jointly with Sri Lanka
India have been given the rights to host the women's ODI World Cup in 2025. The tournament is scheduled to be held in October and November as India will be the sole host. Meanwhile, India along with Sri Lanka will host the men's T20 World Cup in 2026. The tournament will be staged in October and November of 2026.
Manoj Tiwary completes 10,000 runs in First-Class cricket
Manoj Tiwary, a renowned figure in Indian cricket, recently achieved a remarkable milestone by exceeding 10,000 runs in his first-class cricket career. This notable feat occurred in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match where Tiwary was playing for Bengal against Assam at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. At the age of 38, this accomplishment stands out as a testament to Tiwary's long-standing talent and commitment to cricket since his career's inception in 2004.
Nepal, West Indies and Bangladesh register wins in U-19 World Cup
In a stunning upset, Nepal clinched a narrow one-wicket victory over Afghanistan in their Under-19 World Cup match, propelling them into the Super Six stage. Meanwhile, the West Indies achieved a close win against England, and Bangladesh emerged victorious against a resilient USA team.
Rohan Bopanna to battle for his first Australian Open crown
The acclaimed Indian tennis superstar Rohan Bopanna is set to compete in the men's doubles final of the Australian Open, aiming for his first title in this prestigious tournament. The final, scheduled for Saturday, January 27, at the iconic Rod Laver Arena, is a highly-anticipated event for tennis fans worldwide, especially for over a billion Indians.
Gujarat Giants, Patna Pirates register solid victories in PKL
In an exciting Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 match, the Gujarat Giants clinched a convincing 44-35 victory over U Mumba at the Patliputra Indoor Stadium, propelling them to the fourth position on the leaderboard. The Patna Pirates delivered a spectacular performance in their home leg opener, securing a resounding 44-28 victory against the Bengal Warriors.
Vince McMahon steps down from his position at WWE owing to wild allegations
Vince McMahon has stepped down from his positions at WWE and its holding company, TKO Group Holdings, amid serious accusations including sex trafficking and rape. As per Deadline's reports, Janel Grant, a previous employee of WWE, has alleged McMahon of sexual misconduct and physical violence, and has also mentioned former WWE executive John Laurinaitis in her accusations.
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