French Open 2025: Flawless Jannik Sinner ousts Novak Djokovic to set up final vs Carlos Alcaraz

French Open 2025: Flawless Jannik Sinner ousts Novak Djokovic to set up final vs Carlos Alcaraz

World No.1 Jannik Sinner continued his dominating run over Novak Djokovic and stormed into the final of the French Open 2025. After Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti had a heartbreaking end after having to retire from his semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz, Sinner managed to keep the Italian flag flying high at Roland Garros. On Friday, June 6, Sinner took three hours and 16 minutes to beat Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (7-3) at Court Philippe-Chatrier. It was Sinner’s fourth consecutive win over the 24-time Grand Slam champion, with Djokovic last winning in the 2023 ATP Finals. Djokovic’s wait to win his 25th Grand Slam was also prolonged after he last won a major at the US Open in 2023. French Open 2025, men’s singles semi-finals Highlights As far as Sinner is concerned, he will face Alcaraz in the summit clash on Sunday, June 8, in a bid to win his maiden French Open title. Last year, Sinner lost to Alcaraz in the semifinals at Roland Garros and also went down to him in the Italian Open 2025 final recently. Now, Sinner has a chance to make amends. “It was such a special occasion for me, playing against Novak in the semi-final of a Grand Slam. It’s just amazing, and I had to step up and play the best tennis I could. I’m very happy how I handled the situation, but this shows again what a role model he is for all of us and especially for us young players,” Sinner said in the on-court interview. “What he is doing is incredible, and I wish him only the best for the rest of the season. I think we are all very lucky to see him playing such high-level tennis, it’s amazing,” Sinner added. Sinner dictates terms Sinner was dominating right from the word go as he claimed an early break to go 3-2 in the opening set. In the seventh game, Djokovic survived a huge scare as he saved two break points to hold his serve. But he couldn’t earn the break back as Sinner went on to claim the set without having to break a sweat. Djokovic tried to use the drop shots to deceive Sinner, but the latter didn’t let the Serb much breathing space. The second set was a roller-coaster ride for both players. At 3-3, Sinner again went ahead with his second break of the match. But Djokovic bounced back brilliantly to break Sinner’s serve for the first time since the Davis Cup 2023. At 4-5, 40-15, Djokovic missed out on the first break point chance but converted the second to stay alive in the set. The 38-year-old Djokovic also showed incredible agility as he fetched a point through a 26-shot rally. Meanwhile, after dropping his serve, Sinner immediately stormed back to earn the break back, after which he held his serve to claim the second set. At the end of the set, Djokovic took a medical timeout, where he got treated on his right leg. It was in the second set that he called for treatment during the changeover. Djokovic goes down fighting Djokovic upped his game in the third set to try and push Sinner under pressure. Despite being 0-2 down after the first two sets, the veteran kept pushing more and more. Leading 5-4 in the set, Djokovic gave himself an excellent chance of winning the set and taking the match into the fourth set. But Sinner showed nerves of steel to save three set points. Sinner then held his serve to take the set into a tie-breaker. In the tie-breaker, Sinner took a 3-0 lead to push Djokovic right back on the backfoot. From there on, he didn’t look back and closed out the match comfortably. Djokovic was let down big time by the 53 unforced errors he made, 17 more than Sinner. Sinner also dominated with 10 aces and 44 winners. For the first time since the 2013 US Open, both the men’s and women’s singles finals will have World No.1 and 2s. Published By: sabyasachi chowdhury Published On: Jun 7, 2025

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KL Rahul century powers India A to strong start vs England Lions in Northampton

KL Rahul century powers India A to strong start vs England Lions in Northampton

India A got off to a commanding start in the second unofficial Test against England Lions at Northampton, riding on a composed and classy century from senior India batter KL Rahul. Making a return to red-ball cricket after injury setbacks, Rahul’s innings was not just crucial for India A’s position in the match but also a promising sign for the senior Indian side ahead of their high-stakes five-match Test series against England later this month. Rahul was cautious in the early stages of his knock, showing discipline in shot selection and letting the ball come to him. Batting under overcast skies and against a fresh England Lions pace attack, he took his time — reaching his half-century in 102 balls. But once settled, Rahul made a switch in his approach and went into attack mode, but with remarkable control. Growing in confidence and playing a range of crisp shots, including his trademark cover drives, – he brought up his century in 151 balls. England Lions vs India A, 2nd unofficial Test: Highlights His innings played a stabilising role after India A lost two early wickets — Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhimanyu Easwaran — both LBW to Chris Woakes in the first 11 overs. Rahul first stitched a steady 86-run stand with Karun Nair, who has been in fine form himself. Nair, who scored a double century in the first unofficial Test in Canterbury, looked solid before being trapped LBW by Woakes. Rahul then built on that platform with Dhruv Jurel, who added an impressive 52 off 87 deliveries. Their 121-run partnership ensured India A kept control through the middle session. Even after Rahul’s dismissal, Nitish Kumar Reddy added a handy 34 runs to take India A to a strong position by stumps. Chris Woakes was the pick of the bowlers for the Lions, finishing with 3/50, while George Hill claimed two wickets. India A will resume Day 2 with Tanush Kotian and Anshul Kamboj at the crease. Published By: Debodinna Chakraborty Published On: Jun 7, 2025

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2nd unofficial Test, Day 1: KL Rahul roars back with ton ahead of England Tests | Cricket News

2nd unofficial Test, Day 1: KL Rahul roars back with ton ahead of England Tests | Cricket News

KL Rahul (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Despite England Lions making early inroads after winning the toss and opting to bowl first on Day 1 of the second unofficial Test in Northampton on Friday, India A ended the day at 319/7 in 83 overs, riding on strong contributions from KL Rahul, Karun Nair, and Dhruv Jurel after early setbacks.The morning session belonged to England Lions pacer Chris Woakes, who struck twice to remove openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (17) and captain Abhimanyu Easwaran (11), leaving India A at 40/2.KL Rahul, returning to longer-format cricket, played a composed knock. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Alongside Karun Nair, he added 86 runs for the third wicket before Nair was trapped lbw by Woakes for 40. Rahul went on to score a fluent 116 off 168 balls, laced with 15 boundaries, before falling to George Hill shortly after the team crossed the 250-run mark.Middle-order contributions from Dhruv Jurel (52) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (34) kept the scoreboard moving, but wickets fell at regular intervals in the final session.Shardul Thakur (19) was dismissed lbw by spinner Farhan Ahmed, while George Hill claimed two crucial wickets, including that of Jurel.India A ended the day on a balanced position, with Tanush Kotian (5 not out) and Anshul Kamboj (1 not out) at the crease. Despite a few middle-order collapses, they posted a competitive total on a pitch offering movement early on. Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy Woakes was the pick of the bowlers for the hosts, finishing with 3/50, while George Hill supported well with 2/56.Brief Scores (Day 1):India A 319/7 in 83 overs (KL Rahul 116, Dhruv Jurel 52, Chris Woakes 3/50, George Hill 2/56) vs England Lions.

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TNPL | Aparajith, Vijay Shankar star for Chepauk Super Gillies

TNPL | Aparajith, Vijay Shankar star for Chepauk Super Gillies

CSG skipper Baba Aparajith in action. | Photo Credit: M. PERIASAMY R.S. Mokit Hariharan (46, 22b, 7×4, 2×6) set the stage with a blazing start before skipper B. Aparajith (77 n.o., 48b, 5×4, 5×6) took charge as Chepauk Super Gillies romped home to an eight-wicket win over IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans in the TNPL-9 match at the Sri Ramakrishna College Ground on Friday. Chasing 174, opener Mokit went hammer and tongs in the PowerPlay against the Tamizhans bowlers, who were wayward in their lines and lengths. The left-hander was severe on the leg-side, sweeping the spinners to the fence without fuss as CSG raced to 68 for one in the first six overs. Aparajith and Vijay Shankar then joined forces and kept the pedal to the metal. The two senior pros toyed with a hapless Tamizhans attack, pulling and lofting the bowlers over the ropes. The duo’s unbroken 105-run partnership for the third wicket off just 57 balls ensured the four-time champion cantered home in 16 overs. Earlier, Tushar Raheja’s sparkling knock (79, 43b, 7×4, 5×6) helped Tamizhans post 173 for six after being put in to bat. The left-hander got going, lofting Abhishek Tanwar down the ground before taking on Vijay Shankar. He flicked the medium-pacer over fine leg for a maximum before finding two more boundaries in a 17-run fourth over to give impetus to the innings. Raheja was strong through the off-side, and he maximised it by lofting the pacers and spinners alike over cover. But once he was dismissed, the Super Gillies medium-pacers pulled things back to restrict the former to a par score. CSG’s batters then took over. The scores: IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans 173/6 in 20 overs (Tushar Raheja 79, Pradosh Ranjan Paul 38, Abhishek Tanwar 2/23, Vijay Shankar 2/39) lost to Chepauk Super Gillies 174/2 in 16 overs (R.S. Mokit Hariharan 46, B. Aparajith 77 n.o., Vijay Shankar 41 n.o.). Toss: CSG. Saturday’s match: Nellai Royal Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas (7. 15 p.m.) Published – June 06, 2025 10:56 pm IST

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Ange Postecoglou Sacked: Tottenham Hotspur make surprise move, remove manager despite first major trophy in 17 years | Football News

Ange Postecoglou Sacked: Tottenham Hotspur make surprise move, remove manager despite first major trophy in 17 years | Football News

Ange Postecoglou (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur on Friday announced the dismissal of their manager Ange Postecoglou, shortly after the Australian guided the side to their first trophy in 17 years through the Europa League triumph.The victory over Manchester United with a 1-0 scoreline in Bilbao marked Tottenham’s first European success in 41 years, additionally securing them a Champions League spot for the upcoming season.However, the club’s dismal domestic performance, their worst since the 1976-77 relegation season, resulted in Postecoglou’s departure.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!“Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties,” according to a statement posted on Tottenham’s official X account.The Australian’s tenure ended precisely two years after his appointment from Celtic, with chairman Daniel Levy making the final decision.The club’s Premier League campaign concluded with 22 defeats from 38 matches, placing them 17th, just above Leicester, Ipswich and Southampton, who faced relegation.“The Board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the club for a change to take place,” the statement continued.“Whilst winning the Europa League this season ranks as one of the club’s greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph.”

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