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India succumb to last-minute jitters
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Yogeshwar, Sushil make fine start in new weight categories
Stars who shone brighter than others
‘Kings XI can only be proud of themselves’
Nadal beats Lajovic, sets up quarters clash with Ferrer
Beginning with Germany today, the Tribune previews the top contenders for the biggest prize in the world of football. Read on...
Loew, the man in charge
Ronaldo looks to avoid Ballon d’Or curse
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India succumb to last-minute jitters
India had the run of play at the start and forced their first penalty corner in the 11th minute, but failed to make it count. India mounted another move on a counter, but Dharamvir's cross could not be utilised by Akashdeep Singh in the 20th minute. At the other end, Indian goalkeeper Sreejesh padded away a shot from Dan Fox. India then came close to scoring in the 23rd minute on another Dharamvir cross to Mandeep Singh, but he sent the cross high in haste. India's lapses inside the circle conceded two penalty corners on either side of interval, but they did well thereafter to stay on level terms. Walmiki had a good chance to put India in the lead in the 41st minute when he had a clear look at the goal from the top of the circle, but was stick-checked from behind and the umpire blew for a penalty stroke. England appealed against the penalty stroke, saying the defender was going for the ball and not blocking the striker's stick, which was upheld and the penalty stroke was cancelled. A shy at the goal by Sardar was deflected out in the 63rd minute. Dharamvir's cross was picked up by Mandeep Singh, whose push was blocked by the goalkeeper but the ball came back to him and the second attempt hit the right post in the 65th minute. England made a last gasp attempt and benefited from a stick-check that conceded the fourth penalty corner that led to the goal in the 69th minute.
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Yogeshwar, Sushil make fine start in new weight categories
This was a strong performance by the Olympic Gold Quest-backed wrestlers in their first competitive tournament post the 2012 London Olympics. With just over 50 days left for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the performance of both the wrestlers will be a huge boost to their confidence after a sabbatical to recuperate from injuries post the London Olympics. At the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Sushil will fight in the 74kg category whereas Yogeshwar will compete in the 65kg.
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A look at the thrilling moments and statistical delights from ipl-7 Sabi Hussain Tribune News Service
Bangalore, June 2 Top Batsmen
Top bowlers
Individual performances IPL- 7 was about some stunning individual performances by batsmen and bowlers alike – this is the best of the best:
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‘Kings XI can only be proud of themselves’
Bangalore, June 2 Although Kings XI failed to win the title, they should still be proud of how they played throughout. “I don't think our guys can do anything but be very proud of their performance,” said skipper Bailey. Apart from signing up effective foreign players, Punjab did well to rope in good domestic talent like Sandeep Sharma, Wriddhiman Saha, Manan Vohra and Akshar Patel. For this, the credit should go to Bangar who showed an eye for talent, and then brought out the best from his players with his man-management skills. Sehwag went to the extent of putting him at par with Gary Kirsten. “Everything that you see and like about Kings XI starts with Sanjay. His knowledge of the game is wonderful, his ability to draw the younger players out of their shells to play as well as they have is phenomenal. The way he has managed the overseas players, he has just been fantastic,” Bailey said. While Punjab's success revolved largely around Maxwell's heroics initially, the whole team chipped in as the tournament progressed. Mana Vohra, Sandeep Sharma, Wriddhiman Saha, Akshar Patel…all played a very vital role. Off-spinner Patel, finishing at the sixth position in the wicket-takers list with an economy of 6.13, won the 'Emerging Player of the Tournament' award and deservedly got a national call-up for the ODI series against Bangladesh. |
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Nadal beats Lajovic, sets up quarters clash with Ferrer
World No. 83 Lajovic, who had not previously lost a set on his French Open debut, quickly went 5-0 down and never recovered, also losing the first four games of the second set to love. “I think he played a great tournament,” Nadal said of his 23-year-old opponent, “First time on this court (Philippe Chatrier) is never easy, the court is so big. I'm happy with the way I played today, I was able to control the points from the baseline, which is important for me.
Ferrer wins Spaniard David Ferrer registered a 6-3 6-3 6-7(5) 6-1 victory over Kevin Anderson at the French Open on Monday. The fifth seed reached his 10th straight grand slam last eight by beating the 2.03 metre (6ft 8in) South African, who towers nearly 30 cm (1 ft) above him. Ferrer dominated baseline rallies with the 19th seed in the first two sets before they exchanged breaks in the third and Anderson worked the angles better, sending Ferrer scampering and sliding and taking the tiebreak when the 32-year-old put a forehand into the net. Errani dumps out Jankovic
Battling Italian 10th seed Sara Errani survived an 81 minute first set to reach the French Open quarter-finals on Monday with a 7-6(5) 6-2 win against Jelena Jankovic, the sixth seed from Serbia. Jankovic was visibly wincing in the chair during repeated visits from the trainer who strapped and massaged her right thigh during the changes of ends, but had seemed rejuvenated as the pair went toe-to-toe in rallies lasting more than 20 shots. She clawed back Errani's tiebreak lead before losing the set with a return to the net, giving Errani the momentum to take the second.
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Beginning with Germany today, the Tribune previews the top contenders for the biggest prize in the world of football. Read on...
Left-back Durm, versatile defender Ginter and holding midfielder Kramer have only five caps between them, but all will be going to Brazil in a squad with only one recognized striker in 36-year-old Miroslav Klose. Attacking midfielder Mario Goetze played as a striker in the 2-2 warm-up draw against Cameroon on Sunday and that position can also be filled by Thomas Mueller, on target in that game. The coach, in charge of Germany for the fourth tournament, also kept faith in first-choice keeper Manuel Neuer and captain Philipp Lahm, both of whom are racing to get fit following injuries. Playmaker Bastian Schweinsteiger, also working on his fitness following several injuries this season, made the squad in a talented midfield that also includes Marco Reus, Mesut Ozil, Lukas Podolski and Toni Kroos. “We have the right mixture of young and highly talented players and those with lots of tournament experience, who know what it takes,” Loew said. “Our players have character, our team has character. With this squad, we travel to Brazil full of confidence.” — Agencies
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At the World Cup in 2006, under Klinsmann, Germany finished third. They repeated that feat at South Africa 2010. They were beaten by Spain 1-0 at the final of Euro 2008 and finished third at Euro 2012. Loew’s attacking philosophy and insistence on incisive passing and combination play over counterattacking has seen the German style change hugely since 2006. He has introduced a flair and steely resolve that has never been seen in equal amounts in a German team. His team always sets out to take the initiative and dictate the tempo of the game. — Agencies
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Ronaldo looks to avoid Ballon d’Or curse
Final test for unfinished Sao Paulo venue Sao Paulo: The Sao Paulo stadium hosting the opening match of the World Cup staged a second test game Sunday but well below capacity, with one section temporarily closed and another at half capacity on firefighters’ orders. FIFA had expected that, with just 11 days to go, the stadium would be able to hold a full capacity test for 65,000 fans, but it accommodated a crowd of 37,119. — Agencies
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The Hague, June 2
India had an equal run of play against England, and even saw a penalty stroke being cancelled, paving the way for England's victory. Ashley Jackson's penalty corner shot was blocked by goalkeeper P.R. Sreejesh, but Mantell capitalised on the rebound by sending a diagonal reverse shot into the net to leave the Indian players crestfallen in the dying moments of the game.
An unnecessary obstruction on the 25-yard line by Yuvraj Walmiki gave England their first penalty corner, which was converted by Mark Gleghorne with a rising shot. Indian equalised on a move initiated by captain Sardar, who put Dharamvir in possession on top of the circle and he turned around to send the shot into the net.
New Delhi, June 2
Paris, June 2
Germany have done nothing but impress since Joachim Loew took over as national team coach in July 2006 after working as Jurgen Klinsmann’s assistant for two years.
Lisbon:
When Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo was awarded last year’s Ballon d’Or, he naturally had plenty of reason to celebrate although one could forgive him for feeling apprehensive about his country’s hopes at the World Cup. Portugal rely on their captain and talisman Ronaldo, who will need to defy the odds. Since the inception of the Ballon d’Or, of the 14 players in possession of the prize heading into a World Cup none have achieved ultimate success on the global stage.
