New Delhi [India], January 15 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice President Rajeev Shukla on Saturday said that Virat Kohli had made immense contributions as the captain of Indian Test team and the board respects his decision of stepping down from the captaincy. Shukla's remarks came as Kohli stepped down as India's Test captain after leading the side for seven years. "We respect Virat Kohli's decisio
Joe B. Hall, who played one season of college basketball at Kentucky and later succeeded the legendary Adolph Rupp as head coach, died Saturday. He was 93. The university announced his passing on the basketball program's Twitter account. No cause of death was announced. "It is with great sadness we share the passing of the great Joe B. Hall. Our hearts are with the Hall family," the tweet read. "We love you, Joe B." Ha
Orlando City SC forward Alexandre Pato signed a one-year contract for the 2022 season on Saturday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team for Pato, who injured his right knee in the 2021 season opener against Atlanta United. The 32-year-old Brazilian was limited to just four appearances (one start) last season. "Pato's ability is proven and we know the untapped potential in what he can bring to our team," Orland
Madison Keys claimed her sixth WTA singles title in short order on Saturday, breezing to a 6-1, 6-2 victory over fellow American Alison Riske in the final of the Adelaide International 2 in Adelaide, Australia. Keys, 26, dispatched Riske in 66 minutes after needing three-set victories over No. 2 Elina Svitolina of Ukraine, No. 8 Liudmila Samsonova of Russia and No. 3 Coco Gauff. Keys broke Riske in her opening service g
ALTAY, Jan. 15 (Xinhua) -- Have you ever tried to ski using hand-made fur snowboards? Come to Altay Prefecture of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region to explore the sport.
In 2005, an ancient rock painting that depicted people hunting with skis, dating back more than 12,000 years, was found in Altay.
This discovery has provided solid evidence of the area's long tradition and cul
By Vishesh RoyNew Delhi [India], January 15 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) treasurer Arun Dhumal on Saturday said that there is no doubt that Virat Kohli is the most successful Indian team captain and cricket in the country would continue to thrive under his mentorship and batting skills. Dhumal's remarks came as Kohli stepped down as India's Test captain after leading the side for seven years. "V
Panaji (Goa) [India], January 15 (ANI): The Congress has rejected Trinamool Congress offer for an alliance for forthcoming assembly polls in Goa with AICC in charge of state Dinesh Gundu Rao taking a dig and stating that "Trinamool's brilliant strategy to defeat BJP in Goa is weaken Congress and divide the anti BJP vote". Rao's response came after a tweet by Mahua Moitra, who is Goa in charge of Trinamool Congress. She ha
Panaji (Goa) [India], January 15 (ANI): The Congress has rejected Trinamool Congress offer for an alliance for forthcoming assembly polls in Goa with AICC in charge of state Dinesh Gundu Rao taking a dig and stating that "Trinamool's brilliant strategy to defeat BJP in Goa is weaken Congress and divide the anti BJP vote". Rao's response came after a tweet by Mahua Moitra, who is Goa in charge of Trinamool Congress. She ha
Russian Aslan Karatsev ended Andy Murray's bid for his first title since 2019 on Saturday after posting a 6-3, 6-3 win in the final of Sydney Tennis Classic. The top-seeded Karatsev recorded four aces and benefited from five double faults by the Brit to claim his third ATP Tour title and first in Australia. Karatsev needed one hour and 32 minutes to dispatch Murray, who was appearing in his first ATP Tour final since wi
New Delhi [India], January 15 (ANI): Former India batter Suresh Raina on Saturday said that he is shocked to see Virat Kohli stepping down as the Test captain. Kohli on Saturday announced that he is stepping down as the captain of the Indian Test team. Last year, the 33-year-old had stepped down as the T20I captain and then he was removed as the ODI leader as the selectors wanted one captain for the white-ball format. "Al
New Delhi [India], January 15 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah thanked Virat Kohli on his "tremendous tenure" as captain of the Indian Test team after the latter stepped down from the post on Saturday. Kohli's decision to leave Test captaincy comes a day after India lost the three-match Test series against South Africa on Friday. "Congratulations to @imVkohli on a tremendous tenur
New Delhi [India], January 15 (ANI): With Virat Kohli stepping down as India's Test captain, the reign of the country's "most successful captain" in the longest format came to an end. The 33-year-old who is responsible for creating a crop of fast-bowlers that can help the side take 20 wickets in any condition, will now be hoping to have a good run with the bat in all three formats of the game. Announcing his decision on T
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Larry Mayer
I've compiled my list of the Bears' top 10 plays from the 2021 season (see above). NFL Media recently completed a similar task (see at bottom of story), and there are some similarities and several differences.
First, two observations:
• There are six plays in both of our top 10s. I selected each of the first five on NFL Media's list but only one of its second five plays. We're in agr
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Bears edge rusher Robert Quinn, inside linebacker Roquan Smith and return specialist Jakeem Grant Sr. all have been named second-team All-Pro by the Associated Press for the 2021 season.
Quinn set a franchise record with 18.5 sacks, eclipsing Hall of Fame defensive end Richard Dent's 17.5 in 1984. Quinn registered at least a half sack in 14 of 16 games played, including 12.0 in the final eight
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The Bears on Friday interviewed Jeff Ireland for their general manager position and Brian Flores for their head-coaching job.
Prior to joining the Saints, Ireland spent six seasons as Dolphins general manager from 2008-13. Inheriting a team that went 1-15 in 2007, Ireland helped Miami rebound to win the AFC East title with an 11-5 mark in 2008.
Before being hired by the Dolphins, Ireland
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Lions general manager Brad Holmes couldn't contain his excitement on the first night of last year's NFL Draft after turning in the selection of tackle Penei Sewell with the No. 7 overall pick. Holmes nearly took down team president Rod Wood with a giant bear hug as he went around the room celebrating the pick.
That excitement on draft night was certainly well founded with the year the rookie
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