Simon Doull's prediction before the Border Gavaskar Trophy about Australia's plan to wear down Jasprit Bumrah has turned true, with the star Indian pacer suffering a back spasm during the fifth Test and didn't bowl after that. Doull had said that Australia's strategic scheduling was aimed to increase Bumrah's workload. The Aussies won the BGT 3-1 with a six-wicket win in Sydney.
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South Africa secured a spot in the Champions Trophy semifinals with a decisive seven-wicket victory over England, topping Group B. After containing England to a modest 179 runs, the Proteas chased down the target in 29.1 overs, led by Rassie van der Dussen's 72 not out and Heinrich Klaasen's 64. They will now face the Group A runners-up in the semifinals, while India and New Zealand are set to battle for Group A positions in Dubai on Sunday.
Official sources have questioned the valuation of a 7.5-carat lab-grown diamond gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Jill Biden. They suggest the actual market value is between Rs 1.1 lakh and Rs 1.9 lakh, much lower than the US state department's assessment of $20,000, pointing out recent price drops in lab-grown diamonds.
The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) uncovered that federal agencies hold an excess of software licenses, many unused, which could result in significant taxpayer savings. For instance, the Department of Labor and General Services Administration reported substantial surplus in various software licenses. Fixes are in progress, alongside staff reductions at GSA as part of a workforce optimization initiative.
Glenn McGrath believes Australia should have declared earlier in the rain-affected Brisbane Test against India. He highlighted the need for confidence in their bowling attack, referencing past Australian teams' tactics. Despite rain interruptions, centuries from Head and Smith propelled Australia to 445, leaving India struggling at 51/4 and trailing by 394 runs.
Indian badminton player Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian, ranked 64th, stunned world no. 2 Anders Antonsen at the Swiss Open Super 300 tournament, winning in three games. The Indian women's doubles team of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand also advanced to the semifinals. Other Indian players Isharani Baruah and Anupama Upadhyaya faced tough losses in their matches.
Former India pacer Laxmipathy Balaji backs Mohammed Shami to lead India's pace attack at the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai. Balaji highlights Shami's crucial role in making early breakthroughs, mentoring younger pacers, and exploiting Dubai's conditions. Shami's experience and skills are expected to be pivotal in India's quest for Champions Trophy success.
Elon Musk endorsed Germany's far-right AfD party, calling them the country's savior ahead of the February 23rd election. The AfD, currently second in polls, has been labeled a suspected extremist group. Mainstream parties refuse to collaborate with them. Musk's endorsement followed criticism of the leading conservative candidate by a right-wing influencer. AfD leaders celebrated Musk's support.
Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, has been performing exceptionally well since its release on February 14. Despite a significant drop in its third week, the film has grossed Rs 483.58 crore in India and is poised to possibly cross the Rs 500 crore mark over the weekend. Directed by Laxman Utekar, it also features Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna.
The premiere of 'Pushpa 2' took a tragic turn when a stampede occurred, leading to a woman's death and her son's injury. Star Allu Arjun was arrested but later granted bail. Producer Naveen Yerneni donated ₹50 lakh to the victim's family. Protesters vandalized Arjun's home, prompting increased security measures.