Chennai Super King skipper MS Dhoni who led the Yellow Army to victory in the last Indian Premier League season has arrived in Chennai ahead of this season's mega auctions which are scheduled to take place on January 12th and 13th.
CSK took to its Twitter to share Dhoni's picture as they informed about his arrival. Dhoni will be there for the auction discussions and will likely be present for the auction, the Tweet read. However, they also said that it is skipper's choice if he will attend the mega auctions or not.
The 4-time IPL champions had retained 4 players last year. Along with MS Dhoni the team also retained Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Moeen Ali.
While Jadeja took 16 crore, Dhoni 12, Ali 8, Ruturaj Gaikwad was retained for 6 crore.

Dhoni arrives in Chennai ahead of 2-day mega auctions

MS Dhoni arrived in Chennai ahead of the mega IPL auctions. The 4-time IPL winning skipper might attend the mega auctions scheduled for 12 and 13 Feb 

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Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni who led the Yellow Army to victory in the last Indian Premier League season has arrived in Chennai ahead of this season's mega auctions which are scheduled to take place on February 12th and 13th.
CSK took to its Twitter to share Dhoni's picture as they informed about his arrival. Dhoni will be there to prepare the team for auctions and is likely be present for the event in Bengaluru.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The 4-time IPL champions had retained 4 players last year. Along with MS Dhoni, the team also retained Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Moeen Ali.
While Jadeja took 16 crores, Dhoni 12, Ali 8, Ruturaj Gaikwad was retained for 6 crores.

The 4-time IPL champions had retained 4 players last year. Along with MS Dhoni the team also retained Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Moeen Ali.

Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni who led the Yellow Army to victory in the last Indian Premier League season has arrived in Chennai ahead of this season's mega auctions which are scheduled to take place on February&nbsp;12th and 13th. Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ipl-2022-shardul-asks-kl-rahul-lucknow-s-budget-for-him-chahal-answers-1643372250997">IPL 2022: Shardul asks KL Rahul Lucknow's budget for him, Chahal answers</a>
CSK took to its Twitter to share Dhoni's picture as they informed about his arrival. Dhoni will be there to prepare the team for auctions and is likely be present for the event scheduled&nbsp;in&nbsp;Bengaluru.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The 4-time IPL champions had retained 4 players last year. Along with MS Dhoni, the team also retained Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Moeen Ali.
While Jadeja took 16 crores, Dhoni 12, Ali 8, Ruturaj Gaikwad was retained for 6 crores.

India's former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is skeptical about Kuldeep Yadav's role in the Indian team after the chinaman bowler made a comeback to the national fold for the West Indies white-ball home series.
In a chat with news agency PTI, Harbhajan said that it won't be easy for Kuldeep to return to competitive cricket after knee surgery as he doesn't play any domestic matches recently.
However, Harbhajan also added that if Kuldeep takes one-two early wicket then he would be a different spinner.
The Turbanator also urged the team management to give Kuldeep an extended run after recalling him in the national squad.
Notably, once touted as the best overseas spinner, Kuldeep has been in and out of Team India in the past couple of years and got injured in Dubai just ahead of the second phase of IPL 2021.
Also read: BCCI planning to hold the Ranji Trophy in two phases: Treasurer Arun Dhumal

India vs West Indies: Harbhajan Singh feels it won't be easy for Kuldeep to make a return to competitive 

India's former off-spinner Harbhajan has urged the Indian team management to give Kuldeep Yadav, who has been in and out of the team before his knee surgery, an extended run

India's former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is skeptical about Kuldeep Yadav's role in the Indian team after the chinaman bowler made a comeback to the national fold for the West Indies white-ball home series.
In a chat with news agency PTI, Harbhajan said that it won't be easy for Kuldeep to return to competitive cricket after knee surgery as he didn't get to&nbsp;play any domestic cricket recently.
The Turbanator also urged the team management to give Kuldeep an extended run after recalling him in the national squad.
Notably, once touted as the best overseas spinner, Kuldeep has been in and out of Team India in the past couple of years and got injured in Dubai just ahead of the second phase of IPL 2021.

India's former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is skeptical about Kuldeep Yadav's role in the Indian team after the chinaman bowler made a comeback to the national fold for the West Indies white-ball home series.

India's former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is skeptical about Kuldeep Yadav's role in the Indian team after the chinaman bowler made a comeback to the national fold for the West Indies white-ball home series.
In a chat with news agency PTI, Harbhajan said that it won't be easy for Kuldeep to return to competitive cricket after knee surgery as he didn't get to&nbsp;play any domestic cricket recently.
The Turbanator also urged the team management to give Kuldeep an extended run after recalling him in the national squad.
Notably, once touted as the best overseas spinner, Kuldeep has been in and out of Team India in the past couple of years and got injured in Dubai just ahead of the second phase of IPL 2021.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/bcci-planning-to-hold-the-ranji-trophy-in-two-phases-treasurer-arun-dhumal-1643338132218" target="_blank">BCCI planning to hold the Ranji Trophy in two phases: Treasurer Arun Dhumal</a>

The cricket fans still have to wait for the thunderous on-air voice of Ravi Shastri as the former India head coach's name is missing from the commentators' list for the upcoming home series against West Indies.
BCCI has shortlisted seven experts for the white-ball series against West Indies, namely, Sunil Gavaskar, L Sivaramakrishnan, Harsha Bhogle, Murali Kartik, Deep Dasgupta, and Ajit Agarkar along with West Indian Ian Bishop.
According to a Times of India report, Shastri won't do commentary in Sri Lanka series as well given he will be busy for the next two months.
Also read: WATCH U19 World Cup highlights: Afghanistan defends 134 runs vs Sri Lanka, to register a spot in semis
However, Shastri is expected to return to the commentary box from IPL 2022.
Notably, Shastri coached the Indian team for seven years and fans were expecting to hear his voice after he ended his coaching stint.

India vs West Indies: Ravi Shastri's return to the commentary box delayed

The cricket fans still have to wait for the thunderous voice of Ravi Shastri as the former India head coach could return to the commentary box from IPL 2022

The cricket fans still have to wait for the thunderous voice of Ravi Shastri as the former India head coach's name is missing from the commentators' list for the upcoming home series against West Indies.
BCCI has shortlisted seven experts for the white-ball series against West Indies, namely, Sunil Gavaskar, L Sivaramakrishnan, Harsha Bhogle, Murali Kartik, Deep Dasgupta, and Ajit Agarkar along with West Indian Ian Bishop.
According to a Times of India report, Shastri won't do commentary in Sri Lanka series as well given he will be busy for the next two months.
However, Shastri is expected to return to the commentary box from IPL 2022.
Notably, Shastri coached the Indian team for seven years and fans were expecting to hear his voice after he ended his coaching stint.

The cricket fans still have to wait for the thunderous voice of Ravi Shastri as the former India head coach's name is missing from the commentators' list for the upcoming home series against West Indies

The cricket fans still have to wait for the thunderous voice of Ravi Shastri as the former India head coach's name is missing from the commentators' list for the upcoming home series against West Indies.
BCCI has shortlisted seven experts for the white-ball series against West Indies, namely, Sunil Gavaskar, L Sivaramakrishnan, Harsha Bhogle, Murali Kartik, Deep Dasgupta, and Ajit Agarkar along with West Indian Ian Bishop.
According to a Times of India report, Shastri won't do commentary in Sri Lanka series as well given he will be busy for the next two months.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/watch-u19-world-cup-highlights-afghanistan-defends-134-runs-vs-sri-lanka-to-register-a-spot-in-semis-1643339966996" target="_blank">WATCH U19 World Cup highlights: Afghanistan defends 134 runs vs Sri Lanka, to register a spot in semis</a>
However, Shastri is expected to return to the commentary box from IPL 2022.
Notably, Shastri coached the Indian team for seven years and fans were expecting to hear his voice after he ended his coaching stint.

In an incredible effort, Afghanistani colts have defended a paltry 134 runs against Sri Lanka in the quarterfinal of ICC Under-19 World Cup to salvage a semifinal berth.
In one of the dramatic games in the Under 19 World Cup, Sri Lanka bundled out Afghanistan for a mere 134 runs as right-arm slinger Vinuja Ranpul took 5-10.
With the hope of making an easy chase, Sri Lanka came out to bat but Afghans showed a spirited bowling display and reduced the Lankans to 43-7 after 17 Overs.
Then came a brilliant fightback from captain Dunith Wellalage and Raveen de Silva. who put up a 69-run stand but the former got dismissed in a search of boundary and Afghanistan bowled out Sri Lanka when they needed five runs from 25 balls, thus winning the match by 4 runs.

WATCH U19 World Cup highlights: Afghanistan defends 134 runs vs Sri Lanka, to register a spot in semis

Afghanistan bowlers rose to an unlikely occasion in an incredible effort to defend their paltry 134 to storm into the Super League semifinals at the U19 World Cup

In an incredible effort, Afghanistani colts have defended a paltry 134 runs against Sri Lanka in the quarterfinal of ICC Under-19 World Cup to book a semifinal berth.
In one of the mst&nbsp;dramatic games in the Under 19 World Cup, Sri Lanka bundled out Afghanistan for a mere 134 runs as right-arm slinger Vinuja Ranpul took 5 wickets for just 10 runs
With the hope of making an easy chase, Sri Lanka came out to bat but Afghans showed a spirited bowling display and reduced the Lankans to 43-7 after 17 overs.
Then came a brilliant fightback from captain Dunith Wellalage and Raveen de Silva. who put up a 69-run stand but the former got dismissed in a search of boundary and Afghanistan bowled out Sri Lanka when they needed five runs from 25 balls, thus winning the match by 4 runs.

In an incredible effort, Afghanistani colts have defended a paltry 134 runs against Sri Lanka in the quarterfinal of ICC Under-19 World Cup to salvage a semifinal berth

In an incredible effort, Afghanistani colts have defended a paltry 134 runs against Sri Lanka in the quarterfinal of ICC Under-19 World Cup to book a semifinal berth.
In one of the mst&nbsp;dramatic games in the Under 19 World Cup, Sri Lanka bundled out Afghanistan for a mere 134 runs as right-arm slinger Vinuja Ranpul took 5 wickets for just 10 runs
With the hope of making an easy chase, Sri Lanka came out to bat but Afghans showed a spirited bowling display and reduced the Lankans to 43-7 after 17 overs.
Then came a brilliant fightback from captain Dunith Wellalage and Raveen de Silva. who put up a 69-run stand but the former got dismissed in a search of boundary and Afghanistan bowled out Sri Lanka when they needed five runs from 25 balls, thus winning the match by 4 runs.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/former-india-coach-ravi-shastri-has-the-best-advice-for-virat-kohli-1643263429691" target="_blank">Former India coach Ravi Shastri has the best advice for Virat Kohli</a>

After postponing the Ranji Trophy early in the month due to rising Covid-19 cases in India, BCCI is looking to hold the premier first-class competition in two phases.
While talking to news agency PTI, BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal said that the operations team is working on hosting the league stage from next month while the rest of the tournament could be played after the conclusion of IPL 2022.
Arun Dhumal further added that BCCI is keen to organise the domestic tournament and exploring all possibilities to stage it without compromising players safety.
Notably, Ranji Trophy comprising 38-first-class teams was scheduled to start on January 13 but was postponed indefinitely due to the third wave of Covid-19.
Also read: Cricket to be a part of the Asian Games 2022 after 8 years

BCCI planning to hold the Ranji Trophy in two phases: Treasurer Arun Dhumal

After postponing the Ranji Trophy earlier this month due to rising Covid-19 cases in India, BCCI is looking to hold the premier first-class competition in two phases

BCCI planning to hold Ranji Trophy in two phases: Treasurer Arun Dhumal

After postponing the Ranji Trophy earlier this month due to rising Covid-19 cases in India, BCCI is looking to hold the premier first-class competition in two phases.
While talking to news agency PTI, BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal said that the operations team is working on hosting the league stage from next month while the rest of the tournament could be played after the conclusion of IPL 2022.
Arun Dhumal further added that BCCI is keen to organise the domestic tournament and exploring all possibilities to stage it without compromising players safety.
Notably, Ranji Trophy comprising 38-first-class teams was scheduled to start on January 13 but was postponed indefinitely due to the third wave of Covid-19.

After postponing the Ranji Trophy early in the month due to rising Covid-19 cases in the country, BCCI is looking to hold the premier first-class competition in two phases

After postponing the Ranji Trophy earlier this month due to rising Covid-19 cases in India, BCCI is looking to hold the premier first-class competition in two phases.
While talking to news agency PTI, BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal said that the operations team is working on hosting the league stage from next month while the rest of the tournament could be played after the conclusion of IPL 2022.
Arun Dhumal further added that BCCI is keen to organise the domestic tournament and exploring all possibilities to stage it without compromising players safety.
Notably, Ranji Trophy comprising 38-first-class teams was scheduled to start on January 13 but was postponed indefinitely due to the third wave of Covid-19.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/cricket-to-be-a-part-of-the-asian-games-2022-after-8-years-1643290216286" target="_blank">Cricket to be a part of the Asian Games 2022 after 8 years</a>

In delighting news for fans, cricket will be a part of the 2022 Asian Games which are scheduled to take place from September 10 to September 25, in Hangzhou, China. It will be played in a T20 format.
Cricket made its debut at the Asian Games in 2010 when Bangladesh clinched the men's gold medal. Pakistan walked away with silver. In the 2014 edition, Sri Lanka claimed the men's gold while Pakistani women defended their title. Cricket however was not included in the 2018 Games in Jakarta.
The sport now makes a return to the Games after 8 years. Indian men's and women's cricket teams have never competed at the Asian Games.
Also read: This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain

Cricket to be a part of the Asian Games 2022 after 8 years

In delighting news for fans, cricket will be a part of the 2022 Asian Games which are scheduled to take place from September 10 to September 25, in Hangzhou, China

In delighting news for fans, cricket will be a part of the 2022 Asian Games which are scheduled to take place from September 10 to September 25, in Hangzhou,&nbsp;China. It will be played in a T20 format.
Cricket made its debut at the Asian Games in 2010 when&nbsp;Bangladesh clinched the men's gold medal. Pakistan walked away with silver. In the 2014 edition,&nbsp;Sri Lanka claimed the men's gold while Pakistani women defended their title. Cricket however was not included in the&nbsp;2018 Games in Jakarta.
The sport now makes a return to the Games after 8 years. Indian men's and women's cricket teams have never competed at the Asian Games.

In delighting news for fans, cricket will be a part of the 2022 Asian Games which are scheduled to take place from September 10 to September 25, in Hangzhou,&nbsp;China

In delighting news for fans, cricket will be a part of the 2022 Asian Games which are scheduled to take place from September 10 to September 25, in Hangzhou,&nbsp;China. It will be played in a T20 format.
Cricket made its debut at the Asian Games in 2010 when&nbsp;Bangladesh clinched the men's gold medal. Pakistan walked away with silver. In the 2014 edition,&nbsp;Sri Lanka claimed the men's gold while Pakistani women defended their title. Cricket however was not included in the&nbsp;2018 Games in Jakarta.
The sport now makes a return to the Games after 8 years. Indian men's and women's cricket teams have never competed at the Asian Games.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain" href="This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain" target="_blank">This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain</a>

Ashleigh Barty continued her flawless run at the Australian Open as she brushed aside Madison Keys 6-1, 6-3 to become the first Australian woman to reach the final of her home grand slam in over 40 years.
The world number one went into the semi-final having not come close to dropping a set all tournament and eased to a straight-sets victory in only 62 minutes.
Australia has been waiting for a women's singles finalist since Wendy Turnbull back in 1980, with Chris O'Neal the last home champion in the women's or men's singles two years earlier.
Also read: Watch! meet Ashleigh Barty the cricketer, World No.1 shows off her talent in Aus Open

Watch Australian Open highlights! Ashleigh Barty becomes 1st Aussie woman to reach final in over 40 years

Ashleigh Barty continued her flawless run at the Australian Open as she brushed aside Madison Keys 6-1, 6-3 to become the first Australian woman to reach the final of her home grand slam in over 40 years

Ashleigh Barty&nbsp;continued her flawless run at the Australian&nbsp;Open as she&nbsp;brushed aside Madison Keys 6-1, 6-3 to become the first Australian woman to reach the final of her home grand slam in over 40 years.
The world number one went into the semi-final having not come close to dropping a set all tournament and eased to a straight-sets victory in only 62 minutes.
Australia has been waiting for a women's singles finalist since Wendy Turnbull back in 1980, with Chris O'Neal the last home champion in the women's or men's singles two years earlier.

Ashleigh Barty&nbsp;continued her flawless run at the Australian&nbsp;Open as she&nbsp;brushed aside Madison Keys 6-1, 6-3 to become the first Australian woman to reach the final of her home grand slam in over 40 years

Ashleigh Barty&nbsp;continued her flawless run at the Australian&nbsp;Open as she&nbsp;brushed aside Madison Keys 6-1, 6-3 to become the first Australian woman to reach the final of her home grand slam in over 40 years.
The world number one went into the semi-final having not come close to dropping a set all tournament and eased to a straight-sets victory in only 62 minutes.
Australia has been waiting for a women's singles finalist since Wendy Turnbull back in 1980, with Chris O'Neal the last home champion in the women's or men's singles two years earlier.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="Watch! meet Ashleigh Barty the cricketer, World No.1 shows off her talent in Aus Open" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/watch-meet-ashleigh-barty-the-cricketer-world-no-1-shows-off-her-talent-in-aus-open-1643191176020" target="_blank">Watch! meet Ashleigh Barty the cricketer, World No.1 shows off her talent in Aus Open</a>

Two years after Kobe Bryant's passing, fans of the NBA legend remembered to honour his memory.
On Wednesday fans visited Crypto.com Arena - the former Staples Center - to remember the Lakers superstar.
One of his fans placed a sculpture of Kobe and his daughter Gianna near the site of the helicopter crash in Calabasas two years ago. The artwork includes the names of all nine victims who perished in the crash, along with Kobe and his daughter.
Also read: Novak Djokovic set to return to action at Dubai Open after visa-row & deportation from Australia

Fans in L.A. remember Kobe Bryant two years after his tragic death

Two years after Kobe Bryant's tragic death, fans of the NBA legend placed a sculpture of Kobe and his daughter Gianna near the site of the helicopter crash

Fans in Los Angeles remember Kobe Bryant two years after his tragic death

Two years after Kobe Bryant's passing, fans of the NBA legend found a moving way&nbsp;to honour his memory.
On Wednesday fans visited Crypto.com Arena - the former Staples Center - to remember the Lakers superstar.
One of his fans placed a sculpture of Kobe and his daughter Gianna near the site of the helicopter crash in Calabasas two years ago. The artwork includes the names of all nine victims who perished in the crash, along with Kobe and his daughter.

Two years after Kobe Bryant's tragic death, fans of the NBA legend placed a sculpture of Kobe and his daughter Gianna near the site of the helicopter crash

Two years after Kobe Bryant's passing, fans of the NBA legend found a moving way&nbsp;to honour his memory.
On Wednesday fans visited Crypto.com Arena - the former Staples Center - to remember the Lakers superstar.
One of his fans placed a sculpture of Kobe and his daughter Gianna near the site of the helicopter crash in Calabasas two years ago. The artwork includes the names of all nine victims who perished in the crash, along with Kobe and his daughter.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="Novak Djokovic set to return to action at Dubai Open after visa-row &amp; deportation from Australia" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/novak-djokovic-set-to-return-to-action-at-dubai-open-after-visa-row-deportation-from-australia-1643254956782" target="_blank">Novak Djokovic set to return to action at Dubai Open after visa-row &amp; deportation from Australia</a>

As the debate over who should lead India in Tests gets intense, Mohammed Shami feels that he is not thinking about leading India at the moment.
In a chat with India.com, the pacer said that he is ready for whatever responsibility is given to me. Shami though questioned that who doesn't want to captain the India team? However, he said that it's not the only thing and he was looking to contribute in whichever manner possible for the team. 
Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar had earlier said that India would consider a fast bowler to lead the side in Tests and according to him, Jasprit Bumraha was a good choice. 
Also read: This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain

'Who doesn't want to captain India but not thinking about it' says Md Shami

As the debate over who should lead India in Tests gets intense, Mohammed Shami says that he doesn't want to lead the Indian Team

As the debate over who should lead India in Tests gets intense, Mohammed&nbsp;Shami&nbsp;feels that he is not thinking about leading India at the moment.
In a chat with India.com, the pacer said that he is ready for whatever responsibility is given to him. Shami&nbsp;though questioned&nbsp;that who doesn't want to captain the India team? However, he said that it's not the only thing and he was looking to contribute in whichever manner possible for the team.&nbsp;
Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib&nbsp;Akhtar had earlier said that India would consider a fast bowler to lead the side in Tests and according to him,&nbsp;Jasprit&nbsp;Bumraha was a good choice.&nbsp;

As the debate over who should lead India in Tests gets intense, Mohammed&nbsp;Shami questioned that who doesn't want to captain India? But he is not thinking about it

As the debate over who should lead India in Tests gets intense, Mohammed&nbsp;Shami&nbsp;feels that he is not thinking about leading India at the moment.
In a chat with India.com, the pacer said that he is ready for whatever responsibility is given to him. Shami&nbsp;though questioned&nbsp;that who doesn't want to captain the India team? However, he said that it's not the only thing and he was looking to contribute in whichever manner possible for the team.&nbsp;
Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib&nbsp;Akhtar had earlier said that India would consider a fast bowler to lead the side in Tests and according to him,&nbsp;Jasprit&nbsp;Bumraha was a good choice.&nbsp;
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/this-is-why-ravi-shastri-feels-that-jasprit-bumrah-shouldn-t-be-appointed-as-india-captain-1643264631197" target="_blank">This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain</a>

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi has tested positive for Covid-19 just hours before the start of the Pakistan Super League on January 27.
Afridi, who was all set to play for his 4th franchise in the PSL, the Quetta Gladiators, will now isolate at his home. The 41-year-old can return to play in the league after completing his quarantine period and after returning a negative RT-PCR test.
The star all-rounder has played 50 matches in the PSL and scored 465 runs across his stints for 3 franchises. He has also picked 44 wickets in the league.
Also read: This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain

Shahid Afridi tests positive for Covid-19 ahead of the Pakistan Super League

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi has tested positive for Covid-19 just hours before the start of the Pakistan Super League on January 27

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid&nbsp;Afridi&nbsp;has tested positive for Covid-19 just hours before the start of the Pakistan Super League on January 27.
Afridi, who&nbsp;was all set to play for his 4th franchise in the PSL, the Quetta Gladiators, will now isolate at his home. The 41-year-old can return to play in the league after completing his quarantine period and after returning a negative RT-PCR test.
The star all-rounder has played 50 matches in the PSL and scored 465 runs across his stints for 3 franchises. He has also picked 44 wickets in the league.

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid&nbsp;Afridi&nbsp;has tested positive for Covid-19 just hours before the start of the Pakistan Super League on January 27

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid&nbsp;Afridi&nbsp;has tested positive for Covid-19 just hours before the start of the Pakistan Super League on January 27.
Afridi, who&nbsp;was all set to play for his 4th franchise in the PSL, the Quetta Gladiators, will now isolate at his home. The 41-year-old can return to play in the league after completing his quarantine period and after returning a negative RT-PCR test.
The star all-rounder has played 50 matches in the PSL and scored 465 runs across his stints for 3 franchises. He has also picked 44 wickets in the league.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/this-is-why-ravi-shastri-feels-that-jasprit-bumrah-shouldn-t-be-appointed-as-india-captain-1643264631197" target="_blank">This is why Ravi Shastri feels that Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be appointed as India captain</a>

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Manchester City closed in on the top spot in Premier league, challenging leaders Liverpool for the title, as they beat Southampton 3-1. The win comes after City's consecutive shock losses to Crystal Palace and Leicester. David Silva scored in the first 10 minutes to put city ahead as Guardiola's side stay in the run for the Premier league title.

Manchester City closed in on the top spot in Premier league, challenging leaders Liverpool for the title, as they beat Southampton 3-1. The win comes after City's consecutive shock losses to Crystal Palace and Leicester. David Silva scored in the first 10 minutes to put city ahead as Guardiola's side stay in the run for the Premier league title.

A heartbreaking yet powerful journey of former New Zealand cricketer Chris Cairns who finally bid adieu to the University of Canberra, Australia will leave one motivated. The 51-year-old former Kiwi skipper has seen life at its hardest. The former all-rounder who suffered aortic dissection followed by a series of life-threatening surgeries has said goodbye to Canberra hospital where he was being treated for the past 141 days. He was on a life-support system in Sydney hospital in August, after 4 heart surgeries he suffered a spinal cord stroke that left him paralyzed below the waist.Sharing about the end of his arduous journey, the grateful Blackcap said A bittersweet farewell, after 141 days as an inpatient University of Canberra Hospital, I am finally heading home for good. Cairn who has played 62 Tests and 215 ODIs further informed that his next phase of rehabilitation will start on Monday as an outpatient at Brindabella.He who once feared if he would walk again or not is strongly heading on the path of recovery. Cairn has allegedly been named by the ICC as the linchpin in the New Zealand match-fixing scandal in 2008-2012, however, he denied the claims.  

Discharged after 141 days! A heartbreaking journey of a Kiwi skipper

A heartbreaking yet powerful journey of former New Zealand cricketer Chris Cairns who finally bid adieu to the University of Canberra will which leave one motivated

Discharged after 141 days! A heartbreaking journey of former New Zealand skipper Chris Cairns

Cairns once feared if he would walk again or not is strongly heading on the path of recovery.

A heartbreaking yet powerful journey of former New Zealand&nbsp;cricketer Chris Cairns who finally bid adieu to the&nbsp;University of Canberra, Australia will leave one motivated. Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ipl-2022-shardul-asks-kl-rahul-lucknow-s-budget-for-him-chahal-answers-1643372250997">IPL 2022: Shardul asks KL Rahul Lucknow's budget for him, Chahal answers</a> The 51-year-old former Kiwi&nbsp;skipper has seen life at its hardest. The former all-rounder who suffered aortic dissection followed by a series of life-threatening surgeries has said goodbye to Canberra hospital where he was being treated for the past 141 days. He was on a life-support system in Sydney hospital in August, after 4 heart surgeries he suffered a spinal cord stroke that left him paralyzed below the waist. Sharing about the end of his&nbsp;arduous&nbsp;journey, the grateful&nbsp;Blackcap said 'A bittersweet farewell, after 141 days as an inpatient University of Canberra Hospital, I am finally heading home for good'. Cairn who has played 62 Tests and 215 ODIs further informed that his&nbsp;next phase of rehabilitation will start on Monday as an outpatient at Brindabella. He who once feared if he would walk again or not is strongly heading on the path of recovery. Cairn has allegedly been named by the ICC as the linchpin in the New Zealand&nbsp;match-fixing scandal in 2008-2012, however, he denied the claims.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ace Russian Tennis player Daniil Medvedev defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas to book his berth in his second straight Australian Open final on Friday. The World No. 2 brought down the greek player 7-6, 4-6, 6-1, 6-1 in the stirring semi-final clash. The single Grand Slam winner will now take on 20-time Grand Slam champion Rafa Nadal who is aiming to become the all-time Men's Grand Slam leader. Nadal cruised into the final after beating Matteo Berrettini.Medvedev who would look to derail Nadal's dream chase last won the US Open title after defeating World No.1 Novak Djokovic.

Aus Open Semifinal: Medvedev beats Tsitsipas to face Nadal in final clash

Daniil Medvedev sets up a date with Rafael Nadal after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the semi-final clash of the Australian Open 2022

Medvedev&nbsp;who would look to derail Nadal's&nbsp;dream chase last won the US Open title after defeating World No.1&nbsp;Novak Djokovic.

Ace Russian Tennis player&nbsp;Daniil Medvedev&nbsp;defeated Stefanos&nbsp;Tsitsipas&nbsp;to book his berth in his second straight Australian Open final on Friday. Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/watch-australian-open-highlights-ashleigh-barty-becomes-1st-aussie-woman-to-reach-final-in-over-40-years-1643289372428">Australian</a><a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/watch-australian-open-highlights-ashleigh-barty-becomes-1st-aussie-woman-to-reach-final-in-over-40-years-1643289372428"> Open highlights! Ashleigh Barty becomes 1st Aussie woman to reach final in over 40 years</a> The World No. 2 brought down the Greek player 7-6, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in a stirring semi-final clash in the Rod Laver Arena. The single Grand Slam winner will now take on 20-time Grand Slam champion&nbsp;Rafa&nbsp;Nadal&nbsp;who is aiming to become the all-time Men's Grand Slam leader. Earlier,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/watch-australian-open-2022-highlights-rafael-nadal-just-one-win-away-from-a-record-21st-grand-slam-title-1643357183711">Nadal&nbsp;cruised into the final after beating Matteo Berrettini.</a> Medvedev&nbsp;who would look to derail Nadal's&nbsp;dream chase last won the US Open title after defeating World No.1&nbsp;Novak Djokovic.

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal is known for his fun takes and impromptu replies in any given situation. One such scene from a video that has left the netizens in splits involves his colleagues KL Rahul and Shardul Thakur. As KL Rahul has been named the skipper for the new IPL team of Lucknow Super Giants, India's ace bowler Shardul had a fun question for him ahead of the IPL mega auctions. While KL Rahul replied by the book, Chahal's quick-witted response has impressed the netizens. In the video that has now gone viral, the all-rounder who is popularly known as Lord Shardul asks Rahul how much would Lucknow pay him in mega auctions, to which he said he will be paid as per the base price. However, Chahal immediately replied by saying 'Bhagwan k liye koi budget nahi hota'

IPL 2022: Shardul asks KL Rahul Lucknow's budget for him, Chahal answers

IPL fever is on! watch... Shardul Thakur's question about the mega auction and Yuzi's epic response! 

VO: Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal&nbsp;is known for his fun takes and&nbsp;impromptu&nbsp;replies in any given situation. One such scene from a video that has left the netizens&nbsp;in splits involves&nbsp;his colleagues KL Rahul&nbsp;and Shardul Thakur.&nbsp;
As KL Rahul&nbsp;has been named the skipper for the new IPL&nbsp;team of Lucknow&nbsp;Super Giants, India's ace bowler&nbsp;Shardul&nbsp;had a fun question for him ahead of the IPL&nbsp;mega auctions. While KL Rahul&nbsp;replied by the book, Chahal's&nbsp;quick-witted response has impressed the netizens.&nbsp;
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While KL Rahul&nbsp;replies Shardul&nbsp;Thakur&nbsp;by the book, like always&nbsp;Chahal&nbsp;had an out of the box response for 'Lord Shardul'&nbsp;

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal&nbsp;is known for his fun takes and&nbsp;impromptu&nbsp;replies in any given situation. One such scene from a video that has left the netizens&nbsp;in splits involves&nbsp;his colleagues KL Rahul&nbsp;and Shardul Thakur.&nbsp; Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ipl-2022-auctions-big-list-of-all-players-retained-budget-remaining-for-all-teams-1643364570756">IPL 2022 Auctions: Full list of all players retained, budget remaining for all teams</a> As KL Rahul&nbsp;has been named the skipper for the new IPL&nbsp;team of Lucknow&nbsp;Super Giants, India's ace bowler&nbsp;Shardul&nbsp;had a fun question for him ahead of the IPL&nbsp;mega auctions. While KL Rahul&nbsp;replied by the book, Chahal's&nbsp;quick-witted response has impressed the netizens.&nbsp; In the video that has now gone viral, the all-rounder who is popularly known as Lord Shardul&nbsp;asks&nbsp;Rahul&nbsp;how much would Lucknow pay him in mega auctions, to which he said he will be paid as per the base price. However, Chahal&nbsp;immediately replied by saying 'Bhagwan k liye&nbsp;koi budget nahi hota'

With 2 new teams Ahmedabad and Lucknow, this time the much-awaited Indian Premier League will be a 10 team affair.
The date for the mega auctions is set as the high-profile franchisees who have already retained their best players now prepare to use up the remaining purse to find the best pick. 
As per the BCCI, each team has a salary cap of Rs 90 crore and was only allowed to keep back a total of 4 players. However, the 2 new teams could pick only 3 players. Here's a look at how much each team has already spent and how much will they be able to splash on Feb 12th and 13th when the mega auctions will take place in Bengaluru: 
Chennai Super Kings:
The defending champions used all 4 spots to save Ravindra Jadeja (16 cr), skipper MS Dhoni(12 cr), Moeen Ali (8 cr) and Ruturaj Gaikwad(6 cr) for themselves.
They are left with 48 crores.  
Mumbai Indians:
The Rohit Sharma led-team that boasts the maximum number of IPL trophies brought back their skipper (16), Jasprit Bumrah (12), Suryakumar Yadav (8), and Kieron Pollard(6)
Ther are also left with the same amount as CSK, 48 crores.
Delhi Capitals:
Rishabh Pant was the most expensive pick for DC at 16. They further retained Axar Patel (12), Prithwi Shaw(7.5) and Anrich Nortje (6.5)   
Delhi has 47.5 crores to spend at the mega auctions.
Kolkata Knight Riders:
They also retained 4 players. Andre Russell for 12 cr, Venkatesh Iyer and Varun Chakravarthy for 8 and SunilNarine for 6. KKR has 48 crores.Royal Challengers Bangalore:RCB is left with 57 crores after retaining Virat Kohli for 15 crores, Glenn Maxwell at 11 and M. Siraj for 7.Sunrisers Hyderabad:Looking to rejig their complete squad, SRH has the 2nd heaviest purse to flaunt at the mega auctions. SRH has 68 crores after retaining Kane Williamson for 14 cr, Umran Malik and Abdul Samad each at 4 crores.
Rajasthan Royals:RR retained 3 players. Uncapped Yashasvi Jaiswal Sanju Samson and Jos Buttler for 4, 14 and 10 respectively. They now have 62 crores. Punjab Kings:Owning the heaviest purse, Punjab has only spent 18 crores to retain Mayank Aggarwal(14) and Arshdeep Singh(4). They have a balance of 72 cr.Lucknow Super Giants:The newest team bought KL Rahul for 17 crores, Marcus Stoinis for 9.2 crore and Ravi Bishnoi for 4 crores. They are left with 59 crores. The Ahmedabad team:Another addition to this year is Ahmedabad which picked Hardik Pandya and Rashid Khan for 15 crores each. They also picked Shubhman Gill for 8 crores. They have 59 crores left in their purse.
  
 
 
 

IPL 2022 Auctions: Big list of all players retained, budget remaining for all teams

IPL Auctions 2022: How much money all the teams have in their purse ahead of the Mega Auctions! Tap for the list of all players retained and drafted 

With 2 new teams Ahmedabad&nbsp;and Lucknow, this time the much-awaited Indian Premier League will be a 10 team affair.
The date for the mega auctions is set as the high-profile franchisees who have already retained their best players now prepare to use up the remaining purse to find the best pick.&nbsp;
As per the&nbsp;BCCI, each team has&nbsp;a salary cap of Rs 90 crore&nbsp;and was only allowed to retain a maximum of 4 players.&nbsp;However, the 2 new teams could pick only 3 players. Here's a look at how much each team has already spent and how much will they be able to splash on Feb 12th and 13th when the mega auctions&nbsp;will take place in Bengaluru:&nbsp;
Chennai Super Kings:
The defending champions used all 4 spots to save Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;(16 cr), skipper MS Dhoni(12 cr), Moeen&nbsp;Ali (8 cr) and Ruturaj&nbsp;Gaikwad(6 cr)&nbsp;for themselves.
They are left with 48 crores.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Mumbai Indians:
The Rohit Sharma&nbsp;led-team that boasts the maximum number of IPL&nbsp;trophies brought back their skipper Rohit&nbsp;Sharma (16 cr), Jasprit&nbsp;Bumrah&nbsp;(12 cr), Suryakumar Yadav&nbsp;(8 cr), and Kieron&nbsp;Pollard(6 cr)
They are also left with the same amount as CSK, 48 crore.
Delhi Capitals:
Rishabh Pant was the most expensive pick for DC at 16 cr. They further retained Axar Patel (12 cr), Prithwi Shaw(7.5 cr) and&nbsp;Anrich&nbsp;Nortje (6.5 cr)&nbsp; &nbsp;
Delhi has 47.5 crore&nbsp;to spend at the mega auctions.
Kolkata&nbsp;Knight Riders:
They also retained 4 players. Andre Russell for 12 cr, Venkatesh Iyer&nbsp;and Varun Chakravarthy for 8 cr each and SunilNarine for 6. KKR&nbsp;has 48 crores.
Royal Challengers Bangalore:
RCB&nbsp;is left with 57 crore&nbsp;after retaining Virat&nbsp;Kohli for 15 crore, Glenn Maxwell at 11&nbsp;cr and M. Siraj&nbsp;for 7 cr.
Sunrisers&nbsp;Hyderabad:
Looking to refresh&nbsp;their complete squad, SRH&nbsp;has the 2nd biggest purse to flaunt at the mega auctions. SRH&nbsp;has 68 crores&nbsp;after retaining Kane Williamson for 14 cr, Umran&nbsp;Malik and Abdul&nbsp;Samad&nbsp;each for 4 crore.
Rajasthan&nbsp;Royals:
RR retained&nbsp;3 players. Uncapped Yashasvi&nbsp;Jaiswal&nbsp;Sanju&nbsp;Samson and Jos&nbsp;Buttler for 4, 14 and 10 crore respectively. They now have 62 crore&nbsp;in their purse.&nbsp;
Punjab Kings:
With the biggest purse, Punjab has only spent 18 crores&nbsp;to retain Mayank&nbsp;Aggarwal(14 cr) and Arshdeep&nbsp;Singh(4 cr). They have a balance of 72 cr.
Lucknow&nbsp;Super Giants:
The newest team drafted KL Rahul&nbsp;for 17 crore, Marcus Stoinis&nbsp;for 9.2 crore&nbsp;and Ravi Bishnoi for 4 crore. They are left with 59 crore.&nbsp;
The Ahmedabad&nbsp;team:
Another&nbsp;addition to this year is Ahmedabad which picked Hardik Pandya&nbsp;and Rashid Khan for 15 crore&nbsp;each. They also picked Shubhman Gill for 8 crore. They have 59 crore&nbsp;left in their purse for the mega auction.
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As per the&nbsp;BCCI, each team has&nbsp;a salary cap of Rs 90 crore&nbsp;and was only allowed to retain a maximum&nbsp;of 4 players. However, the 2 new teams could draft only&nbsp;3 players each.

With 2 new teams Ahmedabad&nbsp;and Lucknow, this time the much-awaited Indian Premier League will be a 10 team affair.
The date for the mega auctions is set as the high-profile franchisees who have already retained their best players now prepare to use up the remaining purse to find the best pick.&nbsp; Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ipl-auctions-2022-thala-ms-dhoni-arrives-in-chennai-to-prepare-for-mega-auctions-1643351425537">IPL Auctions 2022: Thala MS Dhoni arrives in Chennai to prepare for mega auctions&nbsp;</a>
As per the&nbsp;BCCI, each team has&nbsp;a salary cap of Rs 90 crore&nbsp;and was only allowed to retain a maximum of 4 players.&nbsp;However, the 2 new teams could pick only 3 players. Here's a look at how much each team has already spent and how much will they be able to splash on Feb 12th and 13th when the mega auctions&nbsp;will take place in Bengaluru:&nbsp; Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ipl-2022-shardul-asks-kl-rahul-lucknow-s-budget-for-him-chahal-answers-1643372250997">IPL 2022: Shardul asks KL Rahul Lucknow's budget for him, Chahal answers</a>
Chennai Super Kings:
The defending champions used all 4 spots to save Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;(16 cr), skipper MS Dhoni(12 cr), Moeen&nbsp;Ali (8 cr) and Ruturaj&nbsp;Gaikwad(6 cr)&nbsp;for themselves.
They are left with 48 crores.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Mumbai Indians:
The Rohit Sharma&nbsp;led-team that boasts the maximum number of IPL&nbsp;trophies brought back their skipper Rohit&nbsp;Sharma (16 cr), Jasprit&nbsp;Bumrah&nbsp;(12 cr), Suryakumar Yadav&nbsp;(8 cr), and Kieron&nbsp;Pollard(6 cr)
They are also left with the same amount as CSK, 48 crore.
Delhi Capitals:
Rishabh Pant was the most expensive pick for DC at 16 cr. They further retained Axar Patel (12 cr), Prithwi Shaw(7.5 cr) and&nbsp;Anrich&nbsp;Nortje (6.5 cr)&nbsp; &nbsp;
Delhi has 47.5 crore&nbsp;to spend at the mega auctions.
Kolkata&nbsp;Knight Riders:
They also retained 4 players. Andre Russell for 12 cr, Venkatesh Iyer&nbsp;and Varun Chakravarthy for 8 cr each and SunilNarine for 6. KKR&nbsp;has 48 crores. Royal Challengers Bangalore: RCB&nbsp;is left with 57 crore&nbsp;after retaining Virat&nbsp;Kohli for 15 crore, Glenn Maxwell at 11&nbsp;cr and M. Siraj&nbsp;for 7 cr. Sunrisers&nbsp;Hyderabad: Looking to refresh&nbsp;their complete squad, SRH&nbsp;has the 2nd biggest purse to flaunt at the mega auctions. SRH&nbsp;has 68 crores&nbsp;after retaining Kane Williamson for 14 cr, Umran&nbsp;Malik and Abdul&nbsp;Samad&nbsp;each for 4 crore.
Rajasthan&nbsp;Royals: RR retained&nbsp;3 players. Uncapped Yashasvi&nbsp;Jaiswal&nbsp;Sanju&nbsp;Samson and Jos&nbsp;Buttler for 4, 14 and 10 crore respectively. They now have 62 crore&nbsp;in their purse.&nbsp; Punjab Kings: With the biggest purse, Punjab has only spent 18 crores&nbsp;to retain Mayank&nbsp;Aggarwal(14 cr) and Arshdeep&nbsp;Singh(4 cr). They have a balance of 72 cr. Lucknow&nbsp;Super Giants: The newest team drafted KL Rahul&nbsp;for 17 crore, Marcus Stoinis&nbsp;for 9.2 crore&nbsp;and Ravi Bishnoi for 4 crore. They are left with 59 crore.&nbsp; The Ahmedabad&nbsp;team: Another&nbsp;addition to this year is Ahmedabad which picked Hardik Pandya&nbsp;and Rashid Khan for 15 crore&nbsp;each. They also picked Shubhman Gill for 8 crore. They have 59 crore&nbsp;left in their purse for the mega auction. 
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The former World Number one, Rafael Nadal outplayed Italy's Matteo Berrettini in a four-set battle to reach the final of Australian Open 2022 on Friday.
In the first semifinal, which was played under a closed roof, the Spaniard made a mockery of Berrettini's backhand play as he won the first two sets 6-3, 6-2 easily.
However, Berrettini make a mind-boggling comeback in the third set as Nadal tried to close out the rallies early, thus making too many unforced errors.
In the fourth set, Berrettini threatened to break Nadal's service early but a 20-time grand slam champion survived the scare. Then the 34-year-old Nadal, broke Italian's service in the 8th game, finally winning the match 6-3, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.
Nadal who is currently tied with Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slams each and one more win in Melbourne will give the Spaniard a lead in that race.

WATCH Australian Open 2022 highlights: Rafael Nadal just one win away from a record 21st Grand Slam title

Rafael Nadal is currently tied with Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slams each and one more win in Melbourne on Sunday will give the Spaniard a lead in that race

The former World Number one, Rafael Nadal outplayed Italy's Matteo Berrettini in a four-set battle to reach the final of Australian Open 2022 on Friday.
 In the first semifinal, which was played under a closed roof, the Spaniard made a mockery of Berrettini's backhand play as he won the first two sets 6-3, 6-2 easily.
 However, Berrettini make a mind-boggling comeback in the third set as Nadal tried to close out the rallies early, thus making too many unforced errors.
 In the fourth set, Berrettini threatened to break Nadal's service early but a 20-time grand slam champion survived the scare. Then the 34-year-old Nadal, broke Italian's service in the 8th game, finally winning the match 6-3, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.
 Nadal who is currently tied with Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slams each and one more win in Melbourne will give the Spaniard a lead in that race.

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<li>Rafael Nadal won the first two sets 6-3, 6-2</li>
<li>Berrettini&nbsp;made a stunning comeback and won third set 6-3</li>
<li>Rafael Nadal&nbsp;will play his 6th Australian Open final on Sunday</li>
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Former World Number one, Rafael Nadal outplayed Italy's Matteo Berrettini in a four-set battle to reach the final of Australian Open 2022 on Friday. In the first semifinal, which was played under a closed roof, the Spaniard made a mockery of Berrettini's backhand play as he won the first two sets 6-3, 6-2 easily. However, Berrettini make a mind-boggling comeback in the third set as Nadal tried to close out the rallies early, thus making too many unforced errors.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/watch-australian-open-highlights-ashleigh-barty-becomes-1st-aussie-woman-to-reach-final-in-over-40-years-1643289372428" target="_blank">Watch Australian Open highlights! Ashleigh Barty becomes 1st Aussie woman to reach final in over 40 years</a>
In the fourth set, Berrettini threatened to break Nadal's service early but a 20-time grand slam champion survived the scare. Then the 34-year-old Nadal, broke Italian's service in the 8th game, finally winning the match 6-3, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.
Nadal who is currently tied with Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slams each and one more win in Melbourne will give the Spaniard a lead in that race.

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