Former South Africa Under-19 player had been hospitalised after an assault near Taunton in May
Firdose Moonda08-Sep-2022
Mondli Khumalo was assaulted in May•ICC/Getty Images
Mondli Khumalo, the former South Africa Under-19 and Kwa-Zulu Natal Inland bowler, has had a final, successful surgery after being assaulted in Somerset in May. He is now able to move around without a protective helmet and hopes to be able to return to professional cricket by early next year.”That was the final piece of the puzzle,” Rob Humphries, Khumalo’s agent, told ESPNcricinfo. “Now it’s about healing and the pathway back to professional cricket. He is in great spirits and physically, he is really good. He can get up and walk about. It’s about being able to get back in the gym and rebuilding his fitness. He is fit and strong and in a really good space.”Khumalo, who was on his first trip as an overseas professional at North Petherton Cricket Club, was attacked outside a pub in Bridgwater, near Taunton, where he was celebrating a win with his team-mates.A 27-year-old man was arrested and released on investigation and the case awaits the go-ahead from the crown prosecution service.Khumalo was unconscious at the scene and then placed in an induced coma for four days. He had three operations to relieve pressure and bleeding in the brain. Ten days after being hospitalised, Khumalo was able to stand unaided and his club team-mate Lloyd Irish shared a video of Khumalo catching a sponge ball.His fourth and final operation, to replace the piece of skull that had been removed to attend to the brain injury, took place on September 7. It would have taken place sooner, but was delayed by several weeks after Khumalo contracted Covid-19. He will remain in England until he is cleared to travel, with Humphries aiming for a November return. Khumalo’s mother and uncle, who made the trip across from South Africa to England soon after the attack, have already returned home and Khumalo has been in the club’s care.In June, they organised a crowd-funding campaign to help with the costs of Khumalo’s treatment, which is chargeable by the NHS, and raised £27,379. Further funding will be needed, as his bills have exceeded this amount.
Denunciados pela confusão generalizada nos minutos finais da decisão do Campeonato Carioca, Fred, do Fluminense, e Bruno Henrique, do Flamengo, foram absolvidos pela 3ª Comissão Disciplinar do Tribunal de Justiça Desportiva do Rio de Janeiro (RJD/RJ), nesta quarta-feira.
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Os dois atacantes, que trocaram empurrões e foram expulsos no clássico, foram absolvidos após as defesas requererem à Comissão Disciplinar a prescrição da denúncia – a qual foi aceita -, absolvendo, portanto, os denunciados no Artigo 250, que prevê suspensão de um a três jogos.
Na mesma sessão, o Flamengo também foi julgado pela denúncia no artigo 213 III, por “lançamento de objetos no campo ou local da disputa do evento desportivo”, que prevê multa de R$ 100 a R$ 100 mil. O clube foi absolvido por maioria de votos, com o voto vencido do Auditor Fr. Marllus Lito Freire que aplicava multa de R$ 7.000,00 (sete mil reais).
أعلن لويس دي لا فوينتي المدير الفني لمنتخب إسبانيا، قائمة اللاعبين الذين سيخوضون مباراة فرنسا في نصف نهائي بطولة دوري الأمم الأوروبية.
ويخوض منتخب إسبانيا مباراة فرنسا في المربع الذهبي يوم 5 يونيو المقبل، وفي حال التأهل إلى النهائي سيلتقي بالفائز من ألمانيا أو البرتغال.
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وضم 6 لاعبين من برشلونة وهم باو كوبارسي، داني أولمو، بيدري، جافي، فيرمين لوبيز، لامين يامال.
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Fast bowler is hoping his experience playing for Melbourne Stars in the BBL helps him when Pakistan take on India at the T20 World Cup
PTI29-Sep-2022
Haris Rauf produced figures of 4-0-25-1, accounting for Hardik Pandya, in the India-Pakistan 2021 T20 World Cup game•AFP/Getty Images
Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf is banking on knowledge gained from the Big Bash League to outsmart India’s batters in the T20 World Cup match between the two at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 23.”If I give my best, they won’t be able to play me easily. For the upcoming World Cup match, I’m very happy because it is at the Melbourne Cricket Ground,” Rauf, who plays for Melbourne Stars in the BBL, said after at the post-match interaction following Pakistan’s six-run win over England in Lahore on Wednesday.”It is my home ground because I play for the Melbourne Stars, and I have an idea of how the conditions play out there. I’ve already started planning on how I would bowl against India.”The win in Lahore gave Pakistan a 3-2 series lead in the seven-match T20I series, with Rauf playing a key role so far, topping the wickets charts with eight scalps.India and Pakistan, who only meet in multi-team tournaments these days, faced each other twice at the Asia Cup in the UAE in August. There, Rauf did not have the biggest impact, going wicketless when India beat Pakistan by five wickets in the first round, and taking one wicket – that of Rohit Sharma to break a half-century opening stand – when Pakistan turned the tables on India in the Super 4s. He was relatively expensive in both games too, going at 8.75 and 9.50 respectively, but finished as runners-up Pakistan’s joint-leading wicket-taker.Playing India twice in the Asia Cup, Rauf said, could take the edge off the nerves that come with the territory. “The match between India and Pakistan is always a high-pressure game. In the World Cup last year, I was feeling so much pressure. But in the past two matches in the Asia Cup, I didn’t feel much of it because I knew I just had to give my best.”
Newcastle United are firing on all cylinders right now but might come to regret their inability to effectively bolster over the past few transfer windows, with the squad somewhat lacking in depth.
In a way, Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon are individual analogues of Eddie Howe’s greater tactical ideology, bringing devastating attacking quality but also diligence and a high work ethic. It differentiates them from many positional peers in the same talent bracket across Europe.
Of course, Newcastle aren’t just an easy-on-the-eye attacking outfit, with last week’s Carabao Cup semi-final triumph marked by a resilient and tough defensive line that subdued the Gunners, silenced them.
Sven Botman was back in the heart of the defence and this bore dividends for the Tynesiders. His form and fitness over the coming months could be the difference maker after missing out on Abdukodir Khusanov.
Why Newcastle missed out on Abdukodir Khusanov
As far as whirlwind introductions to a new club go, Khusanov has been through the paces since joining Manchester City in January, leaving French side Lens in a deal worth about €40m (£34m).
City’s new centre-back, only 20, has been touted as a “future legend” by talent scout Jacek Kulig, with a bullish physique and unending gas tank that will charge Pep Guardiola’s system. He’s fast and technically gifted, with so many exciting years of development ahead of him.
Unfortunately, the Magpies will only get to see him around twice a year, for he hasn’t ended up in Howe’s rearguard despite being open to moving to St. James’ Park in the overtures of the January window.
This is because PSR (profit and sustainability) rules inhibited the Toon from safely making the winter acquisition. The Athletic reported that significant groundwork was laid for the signing of Khusanov, who instead joins Man City as one of the first cogs in an expensive rebuild.
Newcastle fans will be – quite rightly – irked by the variables that have stifled their club’s market movements over the past year, but the reality is more nuanced than it sometimes seems.
It’s not all so dour, though, with Newcastle winning 12 of their past 14 matches, reaching a cup final and stepping further forward in another.
Abdukodir Khusanov in action for Man City
Khusanov would have been a welcome addition and an alternative will still be needed for the long term, but with Botman back, Howe might just be equipped with the requisite tools for a grand-slam finish to the 2024/25 campaign.
Sven Botman's importance at Newcastle
It’s been a rough road for Botman. Last season, his fitness problems sat at the top of Newcastle’s mountainous pile, effectively restricting Howe’s chances considerably.
Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli in action with Newcastle United's KieranTrippierand Sven Botman
No European football this term has presented a clean slate, though, and Newcastle have taken it, with Botman returning from injuries that had left him out of action for the opening half of the campaign to strengthen their accord.
Hailed for his “sensational” work by academy scout Antonio Mango, the talented and athletic centre-half has only played three Premier League games this term but he’s already reminded the division of his expertise, winning 67% of his ground battles and averaging a ridiculous nine clearances per game, as per Sofascore.
See below, despite his lack of match action, Botman was able to emerge triumphant across two semi-final legs against Arsenal – keeping two clean sheets – one of the finest Premier League sides of the present generation.
Sven Botman vs Arsenal (1st & 2nd legs)
Match Stats
1st leg
2nd leg
Minutes played
90′
80′
Goals conceded
0
0
Touches
44
42
Accurate passes
22/29 (76%)
14/21 (67%)
Long balls
1/4
0/3
Tackles
1
2
Clearances
8
10
Ground duels
1/1
3/4
Aerial duels
7/8
6/6
Stats via Sofascore
Described as a “machine” of a centre-back by journalist Jamie Roberts, the Dutchman stepped up big time, proving his big-game mettle as his industrious defending triggered waves of fluent forward play that culminated in seat-raising goals from the likes of Isak, Gordon and Jacob Murphy.
The £34m-valued Khusanov would have been a wonderful addition, but with Botman back, Newcastle need not concern themselves with the botched bid across the business months of the season.
After all, as per Transfermarkt, the Netherlands star is currently priced at £37m despite having spent so many matches in the infirmary over the past year and a bit.
It’s a testament to his quality, with Botman’s very presence at the heart of this thriving Toon team sure to attract new rising stars like moths to a brilliant bulb.
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Each franchise will have a total auction purse of INR 95 crore, a INR 5 crore increase from last year
Nagraj Gollapudi09-Nov-2022
The IPL auction is heading to Kochi for the first time•BCCI
The IPL player auction for the 2023 season will take place in Kochi on December 23. It will be a mini auction as opposed to the mega auction ahead of the 2022 edition, when the ten franchises had to rebuild their squads virtually from scratch.In addition to the money left over from their previous auction purse and the value of the players they release, each team will have an additional INR 5 crore (approx. US $607,000) to spend at this auction, making the overall purse INR 95 crore (approx. US $11.5 million).Punjab Kings had the largest purse left over – INR 3.45 crore (approx. US $425,000) – after last year’s auction, while Lucknow Super Giants had exhausted their entire purse. Chennai Super Kings had INR 2.95 crore (approx. US $358,000) remaining, followed by Royal Challengers Bangalore (INR 1.55 crore, or approx. US $188,000), Rajasthan Royals (INR 0.95 crore or approx. US $115,000) and Kolkata Knight Riders (INR 0.45 crore, or approx. US $55,000).Defending champions Gujarat Titans were left with INR 0.15 crore (approx. US $18,000) while three teams – Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals – had INR 0.10 crore (approx. US $12,000).The IPL is expected to finalise the player pool for the auction by early December after the franchises submit the list of players that are being released, the deadline for which is November 15.While the mega auction in February was held over two days, the mini auction will be wrapped up in just one day. Mini auctions in the past, however, have produced some of the most expensive buys especially in the overseas players category.This year franchises are keen to see if allrounders Ben Stokes, Sam Curran and Cameron Green will put their names forward for the auction. If they do, they are likely to be in high demand.Three teams – Punjab, Delhi and Lucknow – bought only seven overseas players in the 2022 auction, so they could be on the lookout to fill that eighth and final spot. Six franchises had also brought in injury replacements for last season and they will have to decide whether to retain the replacement player or the original player, or both if the player limit allows.
Ex-Leeds United loanee Jermaine Pennant believes his former club should make a double signing this summer if they are promoted to the Premier League.
Leeds flying on track for promotion
As we enter the business end of the season, Leeds are in a very strong position to achieve their aim of promotion from the Championship, given that they are currently sitting seven points above third-placed Burnley.
The Whites have won four games on the spin in the second tier, and they strengthened their chances of ending their two-year absence from the Premier League with a dramatic 2-1 victory against promotion rivals Sunderland last time out.
A Wilson Isidor effort gave the Black Cats the lead just after the half-an-hour mark, but substitute Pascal Struijk was the hero in the second half, with the 25-year-old bagging a late equaliser before netting a stoppage-time winner to secure all three points at Elland Road.
The job is far from done, but Leeds chiefs are likely to have one eye on signings for the summer transfer window, and they may be particularly keen to tie down two loanees, who have played a key role in their push for promotion this season.
When asked whether he thinks Tottenham Hotspur’s Manor Solomon and AFC Bournemouth’s Joe Rothwell should be signed on a permanent basis, Pennant, who spent a season at Elland road in 2003-04 told Football FanCast: “100 per cent. Especially when you come into the Premier League, you need as much talent as you can. They’re two great players who have helped Leeds immensely.
“When you get players who have got you promoted, you want to keep that core and then invest around that for players who can adapt and play in the Premier League.
“So 100 per cent they need to sign players like that, it’s only gonna benefit them if they can.”
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Leeds and Farke already have their eyes on one or two players they would like to sign if they reach the Premier League.
ByBrett Worthington Feb 17, 2025 Solomon and Rothwell must be signed permanently
Solomon has been a vital player for Daniel Farke this season, and the winger has been particularly impressive since the turn of the year, picking up four goals and four assists in his last eight matches.
At 25-years-old, the Israel international is only likely to improve, and he has previously put in some impressive performances in the top flight, bagging four goals in 19 top-tier games for Fulham, so there are indications he would be able to make the step-up.
Rothwell has also been integral to Leeds’ success, making 30 appearances and assisting both goals in the dramatic victory against Sunderland, with TEAMtalk’s James Marshment lauding the Bournemouth loanee as a “driving force” in Farke’s midfield.
Given the midfielder’s Premier League experience is limited, having only played a bit-part role for the Cherries, the 30-year-old may not be a regular starter next season, but his performances this season suggest he could be a good squad player at the very least.
Após perder para o Atlético-MG, o Flamengo volta a campo neste sábado, às 19h, para medir forças com o América-MG, no Maracanã. A equipe tenta se recuperar na tabela do Brasileirão, já que tem apenas 15 pontos, com seis derrotas em treze rodadas. Em caso de revés para o Coelho, o rubro-negro pode entrar na Z4 com uma combinação de resultados.
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Antes do duelo contra o Tolima, pela Copa Libertadores, a equipe comandada pelo técnico Dorival Júnior precisa reencontrar o caminho das vitórias para não deixar o pelotão de frente se distanciar neste primeiro turno. Diante disso, o LANCE! apontou cinco pontos importantes para o torcedor ficar de olho no duelo contra a equipe mineira.
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– Desempenho em casa: Considerado por muitos como um dos favoritos ao título, o Flamengo não teve um bom início de Brasileirão. Como mandante, a equipe tem apenas a décima segunda melhor campanha com dez pontos. No duelo deste sábado, o time tentará melhorar o desempenho para voltar a sonhar com voos maiores na competição.
– Má fase do artilheiro: Nas últimas partidas, Gabigol não tem tido o rendimento esperado pela torcida. Diante do Galo, o atacante teve dificuldade para superar os defensores e foi improdutivo. O goleador, então, não deu um chute a gol e praticamente não incomodou a defesa adversária.
– Últimos momentos: Andreas Pereira ainda convive com a sombra da falha na decisão da Libertadores contra o Palmeiras. A tendência é que o meio-campista se despeça do Flamengo na próxima semana. No entanto, tem tido mais oportunidades desde a chegada do técnico Dorival Júnior, e o clube ainda tenta uma nova e última investida para sua permanência.
– Início de trabalho: Com quatro partidas à frente do rubro-negro, Dorival sofreu três derrotas. O comandante sabe que um mau resultado contra o Coelho pode aumentar a panela de pressão e começar a trazer questionamentos sobre o início de seu trabalho no time carioca.
– Novidades em duas posições: Para sair de campo com os três pontos, o Flamengo terá possíveis mudanças na escalação. No gol, Santos deve ser a novidade no lugar de Diego Alves. O arqueiro não entra em campo desde o dia 4 de maio em virtude de uma lesão na coxa esquerda. Na frente, Pedro deve ser aproveitado e jogar ao lado de Gabigol.
نجح نادي بيراميدز في حجز مكانه ببطولة كأس القارات للأندية “إنتركونتيننتال 2025″، بعد تتويجه بلقب دوري أبطال إفريقيا لأول مرة في تاريخه على حساب ماميلودي صن داونز الجنوب إفريقي، ليصبح رابع الفرق المتأهلة إلى البطولة العالمية.
تأتي بطولة كأس إنتركونتيننتال بنظامها الجديد الذي أطلقه الاتحاد الدولي لكرة القدم “فيفا” مؤخرًا، حيث تصل القيمة الإجمالية للجوائز المالية إلى 12.5 مليون دولار، يحصل منها البطل على 5 ملايين دولار، بينما ينال الوصيف 4 ملايين دولار. ويحصل كل فريق خاسر في نصف النهائي على مليوني دولار، أما الفرق الخاسرة في ربع النهائي فتحصل على مليون دولار، فيما يكتفي الخاسر في الدور التمهيدي بمبلغ 500 ألف دولار.
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وكان ريال مدريد الإسباني قد تُوّج بالنسخة الأخيرة من البطولة، بعد فوزه على باتشوكا المكسيكي بثلاثية نظيفة في المباراة النهائية.
وشارك النادي الأهلي في النسخة الماضية، حيث حقق فوزًا مهمًا على العين الإماراتي بثلاثية نظيفة في ملعب استاد القاهرة الدولي، وحصل على كأس آسيا وإفريقيا والمحيط الهادئ، لكنه ودع نصف النهائي بعد خسارته أمام باتشوكا بركلات الترجيح. الأندية المتأهلة لكأس إنتركونتيننتال 2025
1- باريس سان جيرمان (بطل أوروبا).
2- بيراميدز (بطل إفريقيا).
3- الأهلي السعودي (بطل آسيا).
4- كروز أزول (بطل أمريكا الشمالية).
5- أوكلاند سيتي (بطل أوقيانوسيا).
6- فلامينجو (بطل أمريكا الجنوبية).
يُذكر أن بيراميدز، الذي تأسس عام 2008 باسم “الأسيوطي” قبل أن يتحول إلى اسمه الحالي في 2018، يخطو الآن خطواته الأولى نحو المنافسة على الساحة العالمية، مستفيدًا من إنجازه القاري، وطامحًا في كتابة صفحة جديدة من الإنجازات في تاريخ الكرة المصرية.