From Sourav Ganguly's shirtless celebration to Kumble's broken jaw, there are several images that speak for themselves. And, here we are looking back at 10 images that have defined Indian Sporting history since the Independence. 
 India's 1st major sporting event
India hosted the first-ever Asian Games which took place in Delhi. The week-long event started on 4th March 1951.  India stood 2nd in the marquee event and collected as many as 51 medals which included 15 gold, 16 silver, and 20 bronze. 
Olympic Glory for New India
KD Jadhav brought home independent India's 1st ever Olympic medal. The Maharashtra-born star won the bronze medal in the Bantamweight category of wrestling at the Helsinki Olympics in 1952.
India's 1st World Champion
Wilson Jones who won the World Amateur Billiards Championships in 1958 and 1964 was the first to win a world championship across sports in independent India. He was awarded Arjuna Award in 1963, Padma Shri in 1965, and the Guru Dronacharya award in 1996. 
The Big HeartbreakIndia’s first legend of the track, Flying Sikh Milkha Singh had missed out on a Bronze medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics by just 0.1s in the 400m race. Though he won at Commonwealth, and Asian Games and made multiple national records, the Olympic medal eluded him endlessly. 
A new dawn in Indian cricket
Underdogs India defeated the legendary West Indies who entered the campaign as hot favourites and lifted their first-ever World Cup. The moment that changed Indian cricket forever.Captain Kapil Dev received the trophy from Prince Charles.
A broken jaw - No problem!
Bowling with a broken jaw, Indian ace Anil Kumble dismissed Brian Lara in the Antigua Test in May 2002. On the following day, he underwent surgery for his jaw. 
Shirtless Dada at Lord's
Sourav Ganguly took off his jersey, swung it in the air at Lord's, and celebrated the historic NatWest triumph against England. While the win was special, cricketers, management & audience were apparently allowed to maintain the dress code of Lord's. But, Dada flouted the norm as he celebrated the iconic victory in the most iconic way. 
'India win the World Cup'
It took another 28 years for India to win another World Cup. In 2011, the MS Dhoni-led team defeated Sri Lanka to lift the trophy again. Team India dedicated the World Cup victory to 'God of Cricket' Sachin Tendulkar
Farewell, Little Master!
A billion Indians had tears in their eyes when Sachin Tendulkar walked out for one final time in Mumbai's Wankhede. Tendulkar retired from all forms of cricket after his 200th Test which was against West Indies.
Bigger than 1983 triumph?
For the first time in the Thomas Cup's 73 years of existence, India were crowned the Champions. The Indian men's team defeated the 14-time winners Indonesia who were the 14-time winner 

Independence Day 2022: Images that define Independent India's sporting history

From the first ever Olympic medal to Dada’s shirtless celebration, take a look at the 10 images that define India’s rich sports history.

Independence Day 2022: Images that define independent India's sporting history

From Sourav Ganguly's shirtless celebration to Kumble's broken jaw, there are several images that speak for themselves.&nbsp;

From Sourav Ganguly's shirtless celebration to Kumble's broken jaw, there are several images that speak for themselves. And, here we are looking back at 10 images that have defined Indian Sporting history since the Independence.&nbsp;
&nbsp;India's 1st major sporting event
India hosted the first-ever Asian Games which took place in Delhi. The week-long event started on 4th March 1951. &nbsp;India stood 2nd in the marquee event and collected as many as 51 medals which included 15 gold, 16 silver, and 20 bronze.&nbsp;
Olympic Glory for New India
KD Jadhav brought home independent India's 1st ever Olympic medal. The Maharashtra-born star won the bronze medal in the Bantamweight category of wrestling at the Helsinki Olympics in 1952.
India's 1st World Champion
Wilson Jones who won the World Amateur Billiards Championships in 1958 and 1964 was the first to win a world championship across sports in independent India. He was awarded Arjuna Award in 1963, Padma Shri in 1965, and the Guru Dronacharya award in 1996.&nbsp;
The Big Heartbreak India&rsquo;s first legend of the track, Flying Sikh Milkha Singh had missed out on a Bronze medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics by just 0.1s in the 400m race. Though he won at Commonwealth, and Asian Games and made multiple national records, the Olympic medal eluded him endlessly.&nbsp;
A new dawn in Indian cricket
Underdogs India defeated the legendary West Indies who entered the campaign as hot favourites and lifted their first-ever World Cup. The moment that changed Indian cricket forever. Captain Kapil Dev received the trophy from Prince Charles.
A broken jaw - No problem!
Bowling with a broken jaw, Indian ace Anil Kumble dismissed Brian Lara in the Antigua Test in May 2002. On the following day, he underwent surgery for his jaw.&nbsp;
 Shirtless Dada at Lord's
Sourav Ganguly took off his jersey, swung it in the air at Lord's, and celebrated the historic NatWest triumph against England. While the win was special, cricketers, management &amp; audience were apparently allowed to maintain the dress code of Lord's. But, Dada flouted the norm as he celebrated the iconic victory in the most iconic way.&nbsp;
'India win the World Cup'
It took another 28 years for India to win another World Cup. In 2011, the MS Dhoni-led team defeated Sri Lanka to lift the trophy again. Team India dedicated the World Cup victory to 'God of Cricket' Sachin Tendulkar
Farewell, Little Master!
A billion Indians had tears in their eyes when Sachin Tendulkar walked out for one final time in Mumbai's Wankhede. Tendulkar retired from all forms of cricket after his 200th Test which was against West Indies.
Bigger than 1983 triumph?
For the first time in the Thomas Cup's 73 years of existence, India were crowned the Champions. The Indian men's team defeated the 14-time winners Indonesia who were the 14-time winner&nbsp;

Washington Sundar is injured once again.
The all-rounder injured his left shoulder on Wednesday during a Royal London One-Day Championship game against Worcestershire, because of which he left the field after receiving treatment following a heavy landing during fielding.
Sundar was named in Team India's squad for the 3-match ODI series in Zimbabwe, starting August 18. But the injury has now cast a cloud over his participation on the tour.
Injuries are nothing new to Sundar has he has been often ruled out of tournaments due to them. Most recently, he injured his bowling hand while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2022 and missed a considerable number of matches.
He joined county side Lancashire to regain his match fitness last month and played a couple of matches for them in the County Championship Division One. Sundar was now playing the Royal London One-Day Championship matches.
Also read: Former chief selector questions Ashwin's selection in India's squad for Asia Cup 2022

Washington Sundar injured again, leaves field during Royal London One Day match

Washington Sundar suffers yet another injury to his shoulder which has now cast a cloud over his participation in India's 3-match ODI series in Zimbabwe

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Sundar joined county side Lancashire to regain his match fitness last month and played a couple of matches for them in the County Championship Division One

Washington Sundar is injured once again.
The all-rounder injured his left shoulder on Wednesday during a Royal London One-Day Championship game against Worcestershire, because of which he left the field after receiving treatment following a heavy landing during fielding.
Sundar was named in Team India's squad for the 3-match ODI series in Zimbabwe, starting August 18. But the injury has now cast a cloud over his participation on the tour.
Injuries are nothing new to Sundar has he has been often ruled out of tournaments due to them. Most recently, he injured his bowling hand while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2022 and missed a considerable number of matches.
He joined county side Lancashire to regain his match fitness last month and played a couple of matches for them in the County Championship Division One. Sundar was now playing the Royal London One-Day Championship matches.
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A video of MS Dhoni's sweet gesture towards fans at the Ranchi airport shows why MSD is a synonym for humbleness.
Known for his cool and calm demeanour, Dhoni made time to interact with the fans and ground staff as he arrived at the airport. MSD was praised for his sweet gesture as he shook hands and obliged for pictures with fans.
Dhoni may not be very active on social media, but he continues to make waves online as his videos often go viral.
Also read: Rohit Sharma wants to create bench strength with future in mind

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A video of MS Dhoni's sweet gesture towards fans at the Ranchi airport shows why MSD is a synonym for humbleness

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Known for his cool and calm demeanour, Dhoni made time to interact with the fans and ground staff as he arrived at the airport

A video of MS Dhoni's sweet gesture towards fans at the Ranchi airport shows why MSD is a synonym for humbleness.
Known for his cool and calm demeanour, Dhoni made time to interact with the fans and ground staff as he arrived at the airport. MSD was praised for his sweet gesture as he shook hands and obliged for pictures with fans.
Dhoni may not be very active on social media, but he continues to make waves online as his videos often go viral.
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The football World Cup in Qatar is likely to begin a day earlier than scheduled as FIFA is reportedly set to move the start date of the event to allow the host nation to play the opening game on Sunday, November 20th.
The competition is scheduled to begin with the Netherlands and Senegal playing at Al Thumama Stadium on Monday, November 21st.
Qatar's opening match against Ecuador is scheduled for the same day at Al Bayt Stadium, however, it's understood the hosts now want to play exclusively first, as has become the tradition in recent tournaments.
The Bureau of the FIFA Council must still approve the move, but it's understood there is unlikely to be any opposition.
The competition will conclude with the final on December 18th.
Also read: Transfer news: Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig after below-par stint at Chelsea

2022 Qatar World Cup likely to start a day earlier than scheduled for hosts' opening game

The FIFA World Cup in Qatar is likely to begin a day earlier than scheduled as hosts Qatar now want to play exclusively first

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2022 FIFA World Cup likely to start a day earlier than scheduled for hosts' opening game

Qatar World Cup is scheduled to begin with the Netherlands and Senegal playing on November 21, as of now

The football World Cup in Qatar is likely to begin a day earlier than scheduled as FIFA is reportedly set to move the start date of the event to allow the host nation to play the opening game on Sunday, November 20th.
The competition is scheduled to begin with the Netherlands and Senegal playing at Al Thumama Stadium on Monday, November 21st.
Qatar's opening match against Ecuador is scheduled for the same day at Al Bayt Stadium, however, it's understood the hosts now want to play exclusively first, as has become the tradition in recent tournaments.
The Bureau of the FIFA Council must still approve the move, but it's understood there is unlikely to be any opposition.
The competition will conclude with the final on December 18th.
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Murali Sreeshankar, who made the nation proud with a historic silver at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games 2022, had a disappointing Diamond League debut in Monaco on August 10.
The long jumper ran behind the leader by quite some margin and ended at the 6th spot and failed to win a medal. Sreeshankar, who has the season best of 8.36m in the nationals, finished with a 7.94m leap, which was much below his best standards.
Cuba's Masso Maykel won gold with a mammoth effort of 8.35m, slightly below Sreeshankar&rsquo;s best effort this season. At CWG 2022, Sreeshankar became the first Indian to win silver in men's long jump at the Games.
Also read: India's Neeraj Chopra message for Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem wins hearts
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Diamond League: CWG 2022 Silver medallist Murali Sreeshankar finishes 6th

Murali Sreeshankar, who made the nation proud with a historic silver at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games 2022, had a disappointing Diamond League debut in Monaco as he failed to finish on the podium

Sreeshankar, who has the season best of 8.36m in the nationals, finished with a 7.94m leap, which was much below his best standards

Murali Sreeshankar, who made the nation proud with a historic silver at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games 2022, had a disappointing Diamond League debut in Monaco on August 10.
The long jumper ran behind the leader by quite some margin and ended at the 6th spot and failed to win a medal. Sreeshankar, who has the season best of 8.36m in the nationals, finished with a 7.94m leap, which was much below his best standards.
Cuba's Masso Maykel won gold with a mammoth effort of 8.35m, slightly below Sreeshankar&rsquo;s best effort this season. At CWG 2022, Sreeshankar became the first Indian to win silver in men's long jump at the Games.
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The owners of IPL team Mumbai Indians, Reliance Industries, unveiled the team names &amp; brand identity of their new franchises of UAE &amp; South Africa T20 Leagues.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the owners revealed that 'MI Emirates' and 'MI Cape Town' will be the names of the UAE and South Africa-based franchises respectively.
Both the teams will adorn Mumbai Indians' colours of gold and blue. 'The new entities take the iconic Mumbai Indians identity and weave in the local influence', the statement read.
Nita Ambani, the director of Reliance Industries welcomed the new franchises and said that the franchises embody the ability to dream, be fearless and foster a positive attitude in life. &lsquo;I am sure that both the MI Emirates and MI Cape Town will embrace the same ethos and take MI&rsquo;s global cricket legacy to even greater heights&rsquo; She added.

Mumbai Indians unveil franchises for UAE & South Africa T20 Leagues

Reliance Industries, owners of IPL team Mumbai Indians have revealed the team names & brand identity of their two new franchises.
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The owners revealed that 'MI Emirates' and 'MI Cape Town' will be the names of the UAE and South Africa-based franchises respectively.

The owners of IPL team Mumbai Indians, Reliance Industries, unveiled the team names &amp; brand identity of their new franchises of UAE &amp; South Africa T20 Leagues.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the owners revealed that 'MI Emirates' and 'MI Cape Town' will be the names of the UAE and South Africa-based franchises respectively.
Both the teams will adorn Mumbai Indians' colours of gold and blue. 'The new entities take the iconic Mumbai Indians identity and weave in the local influence', the statement read.
Nita Ambani, the director of Reliance Industries welcomed the new franchises and said that the franchises embody the ability to dream, be fearless and foster a positive attitude in life. &lsquo;I am sure that both the MI Emirates and MI Cape Town will embrace the same ethos and take MI&rsquo;s global cricket legacy to even greater heights&rsquo; She added.

Days after winning Gold at the Commonwealth Games, Australia captain Meg Lanning has announced that she is taking an indefinite break from competitive cricket.
In a statement, Lanning said that she needed the break to take a step back and focus on herself after leading Australia to incredible successes over the last few years.
With no timeline set for her return, the World Cup-winning captain is unlikely to lead Australia during their tour of India later this year. The Southern Stars are slated to play five T20Is in December. She has also pulled out from the second edition of The Hundred, which is set to start on August 11.
Also read: Boult shock for New Zealand as pacer opts out of central contract
30-year-old Lanning made her international debut in 2010 and was named captain in 2014. She has led Australia in 171 matches. Under her captaincy, Australia won the T20 and 50-over World Cups along with the Ashes victory over England.

Australian captain Meg Lanning takes indefinite break from competitive cricket

First, Trent Boult. Now, Meg Lanning.

Australia’s legendary captain is all set to take an indefinite break from cricket.

Meg Lanning said that she needed the break to take a step back and focus on herself after leading Australia to incredible successes over the last few years

Days after winning Gold at the Commonwealth Games, Australia captain Meg Lanning has announced that she is taking an indefinite break from competitive cricket.
In a statement, Lanning said that she needed the break to take a step back and focus on herself after leading Australia to incredible successes over the last few years.
With no timeline set for her return, the World Cup-winning captain is unlikely to lead Australia during their tour of India later this year. The Southern Stars are slated to play five T20Is in December. She has also pulled out from the second edition of The Hundred, which is set to start on August 11.
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30-year-old Lanning made her international debut in 2010 and was named captain in 2014. She has led Australia in 171 matches. Under her captaincy, Australia won the T20 and 50-over World Cups along with the Ashes victory over England.

The constant clamour around Team India's workload, team management, and injury issues has always pointed towards the importance of bench strength, and the Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma too, resonates with that thought.&nbsp;Sharma while speaking on Star Sports' show Follow The Blues said that with the future of the Indian team in perspective, he wants to create India's bench strength. 'We want to make sure that India's future is in safe hands' he added.The Indian cricket team has always had a hectic schedule and with World T20 approaching the team has tried to find the best possible combination and injuries and workload management have further played a part in it.&nbsp;the Indian Skipper who will next lead India in the upcoming Asia Cup further spoke about Rahul Dravid, the Indian coach, and said that Dravid was on the same page as him which made the processes for them. 'It was easier for me to give out a clear message to the boys because the coach and the captain always need to be on the same page for the team to move in the same direction', said Rohit.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma wants to create bench strength with future in mind

Rohit Sharma has his eyes set on working for the future of the Indian cricket team...

Rohit Sharma said that with the future of the Indian team in perspective, he wants to create India's bench strength.

The constant clamour around Team India's workload, team management, and injury issues has always pointed towards the importance of bench strength, and the Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma too, resonates with that thought.&nbsp; Sharma while speaking on Star Sports' show Follow The Blues said that with the future of the Indian team in perspective, he wants to create India's bench strength. 'We want to make sure that India's future is in safe hands' he added. The Indian cricket team has always had a hectic schedule and with World T20 approaching the team has tried to find the best possible combination and injuries and workload management have further played a part in it.&nbsp; the Indian Skipper who will next lead India in the upcoming Asia Cup further spoke about Rahul Dravid, the Indian coach, and said that Dravid was on the same page as him which made the processes for them. 'It was easier for me to give out a clear message to the boys because the coach and the captain always need to be on the same page for the team to move in the same direction', said Rohit.&nbsp;

After a below-par two-year stint at Chelsea, German striker Timo Werner will return to RB Leipzig.
RB Leipzig re-signed Werner for £25 million on a permanent deal, which will end in 2026.
Also read; Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter: Report
Now, 26-year-old Werner is returning to the club where it all started. In his first four-year stint at the German club, Werner netted 95 goals in 159 matches.
But he failed to replicate that scoring rate at Chelsea. He scored just 10 goals in two years at Stamford Bridge.
However, he played a significant role in Chelsea's Champions League victory in 2021, when he netted one in the semi-final against Real Madrid.
In 2020, Chelsea paid £54 million for the German striker.

Transfer news: Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig after below-par stint at Chelsea

Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig!

The German has re-signed for his old club for £25 million on a permanent deal.

RB Leipzig re-signed Werner for &pound;25 million on a permanent deal, which will end in 2026

After a below-par two-year stint at Chelsea, German striker Timo Werner has returned to German club RB Leipzig.
 RB Leipzig re-signed Werner for &pound;25 million on a permanent deal, which will end in 2026.
 The 26-year-old is returning to the club where it all started for him. In his first four-year stint at the German club, Werner netted 95 goals in 159 matches. But he failed to replicate that scoring rate at Chelsea. He scored just 10 goals in two years at Stamford Bridge.
Also read; <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/cristiano-ronaldo-and-harry-maguire-received-the-most-abuse-on-twitter-report-1659517205655">Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter: Report</a>
However, he played a significant role in Chelsea's Champions League victory in 2021, when he netted a goal in the semi-final against Real Madrid.
In 2020, Chelsea had paid &pound;54 million for the German striker.

The return of R Ashwin to India's T20I squad for the Asia Cup came as a shocker to many fans.
And time and again many cricket experts questioned Ashwin's place in India's T20I squad given the off-spinner is regarded as a Test specialist.
Former chairman of the selection committee Kiran More questioned Ashwin's place in the squad and opined that Men In Blue should have gone with an extra seamer or a spinner with all-round capabilities.
Also read: Boult shock for New Zealand as pacer opts out of central contract
Citing Ashwin's IPL record, More said that Shami or Axar Patel would have been a better choice for that role given the pacer can pick wickets with the new ball as well as with the old one while Axar can bat down the order.
And if stats have to be believed, Ashwin IPL's exploit has not been encouraging. He picked only 12 wickets in 17 matches during IPL 2022 at an average of 41.92.
Notably, Ashwin first made it to India's squad for the 2021 World Cup after nearly four years. Then, he was not in India's scheme of things after the New Zealand T20I series at home. But he, once again, returned to the shortest format of game during the West Indies tour, in which he picked three wickets.

Former chief selector questions Ashwin's selection in India's squad for Asia Cup 2022

Former chief selector questions Ravichandran Ashwin’s selection for the Asia Cup.

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Former chairman of the selection committee Kiran More questioned Ashwin's place in the squad and opined that Men In Blue should have gone with an extra seamer or a spinner with all-round capabilities

The return of R Ashwin to India's T20I squad for the Asia Cup came as a surprise for many fans.
Many cricket experts also questioned Ashwin's place in India's T20I squad given the off-spinner is considered a Test specialist.
Former chairman of the selection committee Kiran More questioned Ashwin's place in the squad and opined that Men In Blue should have gone with an extra seamer or a spinner with all-round capabilities.
Citing Ashwin's IPL record, More said that Shami or Axar Patel would have been a better choice for that role given the pacer can pick wickets with the new ball as well as with the old one while Axar can bat down the order.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/boult-shock-for-new-zealand-as-pacer-opts-out-of-central-contract-1660107413301">Boult shock for New Zealand as pacer opts out of central contract</a>
Ashwin picked up only 12 wickets in 17 matches during IPL 2022, and while he did score some runs for the Rajasthan Royals, it was his primary role as the bowler that came under scanner.
 Notably, Ashwin first made it to India's squad for the 2021 World Cup after nearly four years. Then, he was not in India's scheme of things after the New Zealand T20I series at home. But he, once again, returned to the shortest format of game during the recent West Indies tour, where he picked up three wickets.

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Nikhat claims Mary Kom used foul language during Olympic trial

After Mary Kom&nbsp;beat Nikhat&nbsp;Zareen&nbsp;in the Olympic trial on Saturday, the controversy which clouded&nbsp;the event before the bout continues after it as well. The 36-year-old Kom was seen refusing to shake hands with her challenger&nbsp;after the final decision was announced.&nbsp;Nikhat&nbsp;also claims that the 6-time World Champion used foul language during the fight.&nbsp;
Byte: Nikhat&nbsp;Zareen: In the ring, she used some bad words for me and I don't want to react on that right now because that's okay.

After Mary Kom&nbsp;beat Nikhat&nbsp;Zareen&nbsp;in the Olympic trial on Saturday, the controversy which clouded&nbsp;the event before the bout continues after it as well. The 36-year-old Kom was seen refusing to shake hands with her challenger&nbsp;after the final decision was announced.&nbsp;Nikhat&nbsp;also claims that the 6-time World Champion used foul language during the fight. Nikhat&nbsp;said, "In the ring, she used some bad words for me and I don't want to react on that right now because that's okay".

THUMB TEXT: MI CAPE TOWN REVEALS MARQUEE PLAYERS
 
Ahead of the inaugural edition of Cricket South Africa's T20 League, MI Cape Town revealed their five marquee signings.
Among the five signings, three are foreign players while the other two are from South Africa with one capped and uncapped player each.
Also read: Mumbai Indians unveil franchises for UAE & South Africa T20 Leagues
Kagiso Rabada is the capped Proteas player while the franchise has put faith in uncapped Dewald Brewis, who had an impressive IPL season for Mumbai Indians. The three foreign recruits are Rashid Khan, Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone. 
Notably, Rashid plays for Gujarat Titans, Rabada and Livingstone for Punjab Kings and Curran last played for CSK in the Indian Premier League.

Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan to represent MI Cape Town in CSA T20 League

Ahead of the inaugural edition of Cricket South Africa's T20 League, MI Cape Town revealed their five marquee signings.

Among the five signings, three are foreign players while the other two are from South Africa with one capped and uncapped player each

Ahead of the inaugural edition of Cricket South Africa's T20 League, MI Cape Town revealed their five marquee signings.
Among them, three are foreign players while the other two are from South Africa with one capped and uncapped player each.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/mumbai-indians-unveil-franchises-for-uae-south-africa-t20-leagues-1660131679708">Mumbai Indians unveil franchises for UAE &amp; South Africa T20 Leagues</a>
Kagiso Rabada is the capped Proteas player while the franchise has put faith in uncapped Dewald Brewis, who had an impressive IPL season for Mumbai Indians. The three foreign recruits are Rashid Khan, Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone.
Notably, Rashid plays for Gujarat Titans, Rabada and Livingstone for Punjab Kings and Curran last played for CSK in the Indian Premier League.
Notably, Rashid plays for Gujarat Titans, Rabada and Livingstone for Punjab Kings and Curran last played for CSK in the Indian Premier League.

An absolute legend, a leading businessperson, a mother, and an activist, Serena Williams the greatest of all champions is set to retire. The Tennis world came to a standstill for a moment when on August 9, Serena Williams said that she has decided to ‘focus on life beyond her sport’ Her choice of being referred to as ‘one of the greatest of all time' in opposition to ‘history’s greatest female athlete’ spoke volumes about her, her stand, and what she accomplished on & off the Tennis court.
Bringing an end to the huge wage gap, crashing the glass ceiling, her statement-making fashion sense, and her staunch stand on various issues all define her, apart from the record 23 singles Grand Slam and 14 major championships in doubles. Here's a look at 3 of her most memorable moments on the court: First Slam win First is always special. For Serena Williams, the first Grand Slam came in 1999, when she was 17 years old. Unknown about what was in store for her, the American had defeated World No. 1 Swiss Tennis player Martina Hingis in the US Open final, becoming the first Afro-American woman to win a singles major in the Open Era. Australian Open 2003 For all the 4 years that she had played in major singles events, she had failed to get her hands around the Australian Open trophy. But that changed in 2003 finally, when she completed the Serena Slam after beating Venus. Interestingly, from the 2002 French Open to the 2003 Australian Open, Williams won all 4 major singles titles and all over Venus Williams. 2017 Australian OpenJust before entering the competition, the American got to know that she was expecting her first child. And in her extravagant Aus Open victory, Williams dropped no set and won against Venus Williams to win her 8th title in Melbourne, leaving behind Steffi Graff in the all-time list of major winners in the Open Era.

Serena Williams' retirement: relive the legend's most memorable on-court moments

Serena Williams, the winner of 4 Olympic Gold medals, 23 Grand Slam singles titles, 14-major doubles titles, has decided to ‘focus on life beyond her sport’.

Here's a look some of her most memorable wins on the court

On August 9th, American Tennis great Serena Williams said that she has decided to &lsquo;focus on life beyond her sport&rsquo;

An absolute legend, a leading businessperson, a mother, and an activist, Serena Williams the greatest of all champions is set to retire. &nbsp; The Tennis world came to a standstill for a moment when on August 9, Serena Williams said that she has decided to &lsquo;focus on life beyond her sport&rsquo; &nbsp; Her choice of being referred to as &lsquo;one of the greatest of all time' in opposition to &lsquo;history&rsquo;s greatest female athlete&rsquo; spoke volumes about her, her stand, and what she accomplished on &amp; off the Tennis court.
 Bringing an end to the huge wage gap, crashing the glass ceiling, her statement-making fashion sense, and her staunch stand on various issues all define her, apart from the record 23 singles Grand Slam and 14 major championships in doubles. Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/big-revelation-by-ross-taylor-faced-racism-from-new-zealand-teammates-and-officials-1660213611598">Big revelation by Ross Taylor, faced racism from New Zealand teammates and officials</a> &nbsp; Here's a look at 3 of her most memorable moments on the court: &nbsp; First Slam win &nbsp; First is always special. For Serena Williams, the first Grand Slam came in 1999, when she was 17 years old. Unknown about what was in store for her, the American had defeated World No. 1 Swiss Tennis player Martina Hingis in the US Open final, becoming the first Afro-American woman to win a singles major in the Open Era. &nbsp; Australian Open 2003 &nbsp; For all the 4 years that she had played in major singles events, she had failed to get her hands around the Australian Open trophy. But that changed in 2003 finally, when she completed the Serena Slam after beating Venus. Interestingly, from the 2002 French Open to the 2003 Australian Open, Williams won all 4 major singles titles and all over Venus Williams. &nbsp; 2017 Australian Open Just before entering the competition, the American got to know that she was expecting her first child. And in her extravagant Aus Open victory, Williams dropped no set and won against Venus Williams to win her 8th title in Melbourne, leaving behind Steffi Graff in the all-time list of major winners in the Open Era.

KL Rahul has cleared his fitness test and will now be leading Team India in the Zimbabwe series, BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced on Thursday. While the Selection Committee had earlier named Shikhar Dhawan as the captain, he will now assist him in the 3-match ODI series that begins on 18th August. The Indian batter was on a long break, first due to his sports hernia injury and he later contracted Covid-19. He was not a part of the squad earlier but was added later after he was cleared by BCCI's medical team. Since the conclusion of the IPL, the 30-year-old hasn't played international cricket. Squad for Zimbabwe series: KL Rahul (Captain) Shikhar Dhawan (vice-captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Sanju Samson (wicket-keeper), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Avesh Khan, Prasidh Krishna, Mohd Siraj, Deepak Chahar.

KL Rahul declared fit, set to lead Team India in Zimbabwe series

KL Rahul set to return!

Captaincy duties for Zimbabwe tour handed to KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan to assist him.

Captaincy duties for the Zimbabwe tour have been handed to KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan to assist him.

KL Rahul has cleared his fitness test and will now be leading Team India in the Zimbabwe series, BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced on Thursday. While the Selection Committee had earlier named Shikhar Dhawan as the captain, he will now assist him in the 3-match ODI series that begins on 18th August.&nbsp; The Indian batter was on a long break, first due to his sports hernia injury and he later contracted Covid-19. He was not a part of the squad earlier but was added later after he was cleared by BCCI's medical team. Since the conclusion of the IPL, the 30-year-old hasn't played international cricket.&nbsp; Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/kagiso-rabada-rashid-khan-to-represent-mi-cape-town-in-csa-t20-league-1660236245922">Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan to represent MI Cape Town in CSA T20 League</a> Squad for Zimbabwe series: KL Rahul (Captain) Shikhar Dhawan (vice-captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Sanju Samson (wicket-keeper), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Avesh Khan, Prasidh Krishna, Mohd Siraj, Deepak Chahar.

Chennai Super Kings management, who bought the Johannesburg franchise, have put faith in their former player Faf du Plessis for the inaugural edition of Cricket South Africa T20 League. 
According to a Cricbuzz report, Super Kings have signed Faf du Plessis as their marquee player. Faf has been an integral part of CSK before Royal Challenger Bangalore bagged the former Proteas captain in IPL 2022 auction. 
Also read: Big revelation by Ross Taylor, faced racism from New Zealand teammates and officials
The report further states that Super Kings' Johannesburg franchise have roped in Moeen Ali, who is currently a part of the Chennai franchise. 
Moreover, Pretoria and Port Elizabeth teams, which Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad own, have retained their IPL stars, namely Anrich Nortje and Aiden Markram respectively. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals-owned Paarl have signed Jos Buttler.

CSA T20 League: Faf du Plessis back with Chennai Super Kings but in different country

Chennai Super Kings management, who bought the Johannesburg franchise, have put faith in their former player Faf du Plessis for the inaugural edition of Cricket South Africa T20 League

CSA T20 League: Faf du Plessis back with Super Kings but in different country

Faf du Plessis has been an integral part of CSK before Royal Challenger Bangalore bagged the former Proteas captain in IPL 2022 auction

Chennai Super Kings management, which bought the Johannesburg franchise, have put their faith back in their former player Faf du Plessis for the inaugural edition of Cricket South Africa T20 League.
According to a Cricbuzz report, Super Kings have signed Faf du Plessis as their marquee player. Faf was an integral part of CSK before Royal Challenger Bangalore bagged the former Proteas captain in IPL 2022 auction.
The report further states that Super Kings' Johannesburg franchise has roped in Moeen Ali, who is currently a part of the Chennai franchise.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/big-revelation-by-ross-taylor-faced-racism-from-new-zealand-teammates-and-officials-1660213611598" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Big revelation by Ross Taylor, faced racism from New Zealand teammates and officials</a>
Moreover, Pretoria and Port Elizabeth teams, which Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad own, have retained their IPL stars, namely Anrich Nortje and Aiden Markram respectively. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals-owned Paarl has signed Jos Buttler.

In a major revelation, Ross Taylor accused teammates and officials of making racial comments on him during his 16-year-long career in New Zealand. 
Taylor, who is of Samoan descent, wrote in his new autobiography that cricket in New Zealand is a pretty white sport. He recalled that locker room banter sometimes was racist and hurtful but he was concerned that raising the issue might make the situation worse.
Also read: 2022 FIFA World Cup likely to start a day earlier than scheduled for hosts' opening game
In his autobiography, Taylor revealed how his ethnicity was used to explain a point to him.
“A teammate used to tell me you're half a good guy Ross but which half is good? You don't know what I'm referring to.' I was pretty sure I did."
Reacting to Taylor's revelation, a New Zealand Cricket spokesperson told a country's daily that the national body deplores racism and is deeply disappointed Ross has been exposed to this type of behaviour.
Ross Taylor is the highest run-getter for New Zealand in Tests and ODIs. In 112 Tests, Taylor had accumulated 7684 runs, including 19 centuries while scored 8602 runs, including 21 hundreds, in 236 ODI games.

Big revelation by Ross Taylor, faced racism from New Zealand teammates and officials

In a major revelation, Ross Taylor accused teammates and officials of making racial comments on him during his 16-year-long career in New Zealand.

Ross Taylor: Faced racism from New Zealand teammates and officials

Ross Taylor, who is of Samoan descent, wrote in his new autobiography entitled Black &amp; White that cricket in New Zealand is a pretty white sport

In a major revelation, Ross Taylor has accused teammates and officials of making racial comments on him during his 16-year-long career in New Zealand.&nbsp;
Taylor, who is of Samoan descent, wrote in his new autobiography that cricket in New Zealand is a pretty white sport. He recalled that locker room banter sometimes was racist and hurtful but he was concerned that raising the issue might make the situation worse.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/2022-fifa-world-cup-likely-to-start-a-day-earlier-than-scheduled-for-hosts-opening-game-1660195977173" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">2022 FIFA World Cup likely to start a day earlier than scheduled for hosts' opening game</a>
In his autobiography, Taylor revealed how his ethnicity was used to explain a point to him.
&ldquo;A teammate used to tell me you're half a good guy Ross but which half is good? You don't know what I'm referring to.' I was pretty sure I did."
Reacting to Taylor's revelation, a New Zealand Cricket spokesperson told a country's daily that the national body deplores racism and is deeply disappointed Ross has been exposed to this type of behaviour.
Ross Taylor is the highest run-getter for New Zealand in Tests and ODIs. In 112 Tests, Taylor had accumulated 7684 runs, including 19 centuries while scored 8602 runs, including 21 hundreds, in 236 ODI games.

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