Cancun World QatarTribune Qatar_Tribune Tour Beach QatarTribuneChannel qatar_tribune Volleyball silver for Cherif and Ahmed again WEDNESday, APRIL 28, 2021 page 14 FIFA Arab Cup 2021 will capture attention of fans everywhere: QFA chief Sheikh Hamad

Nawaf Al Temyat, Deputy Vice-President of Saudi Arabia Football Federation holds out Qatar’s name during the FIFA Arab Cup 2021 draw at Katara Opera House on Tuesday.

Tribune News Network Committee for Delivery & Leg- Doha acy Secretary-General Hassan Al Thawadi said, “This tour- The first-ever FIFA Arab Cup nament will see elite teams 2021 will capture the imagi- from across the Arab world nation and attention of fans compete in a FIFA-sanctioned everywhere, said Qatar Foot- tournament for the first time. ball Association President HE A tournament of this magni- Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin tude – played exactly a year Ahmed Al Thani on Tuesday. before the World Cup – is sure Sheikh Hamad was among to excite our football crazy the many dignitaries who at- region as we continue prepa- tended the draw ceremony for rations for 2022. We look the firstFIFA Arab Cup 2021 forward to hosting the FIFA FIFA President Gianni Infantino; HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President, Qatar Olympic Committee; HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, President, Qatar at the Katara Opera House. Arab Cup and using the tour- Football Association; Hassan Al Thawadi, Secretary-General, Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy; Nasser Al Khater, CEO, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022; and others during the “Qatar is very excited to nament to confirm our plans FIFA Arab Cup 2021 draw ceremony at Katara Opera House on Tuesday. host the FIFA Arab Cup later for the World Cup, which is this year. National teams from just around the corner.” infrastructure, including sta- 16 teams have been drawn into or Sudan. World Cup Qatar 2022™. It Ranking: across the region will have Nasser Al Khater, CEO, diums, training sites and oth- four groups of four, as follows: The four group winners is seen as a vital opportunity the opportunity to participate FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, er facilities. We greatly look Group A: Qatar, Iraq, and four group runners-up will to test operations and facili- Oman (FIFA world ranking: 80) in a high-profile tournament said, “Following the success- forward to hosting national Oman or Somalia & Bahrain proceed to the knockout stage: ties exactly a year before Qatar v. Somalia (197) which is sure to capture the ful hosting of the FIFA Club teams from across the Arab or Kuwait quarter-finals, semi-finals,hosts the first World Cup in the Lebanon (93) v. Djibouti (183) attention of fans everywhere. World Cup in 2019 and 2021, world as we build up to the Group B: Tunisia, United third-place play-off and final. Middle East and Arab world. Jordan (95) v. South Sudan This is also an important step the FIFA Arab Cup provides biggest sporting event in our Arab Emirates, Syria & Mauri- The matches will take Ahead of the draw, FIFA (169) for the national team’s devel- Qatar with yet another op- region’s history in 2022.” tania or Yemen place at six Qatar 2022 stadi- confirmed the pairings for the Bahrain (99) v. Kuwait (148) opment and the entire country portunity to test our plans The nine highest-ranked Group C: Morocco, Saudi ums, with the venues set to be qualifying matches. The 14 Mauritania (101) v. Yemen as we fine-tune preparations and preparations ahead of the teams, including host country Arabia, Jordan or South Su- confirmed in due course. lowest-ranked teams will take (145) for the FIFA World Cup in FIFA World Cup. Fans, play- Qatar, will join the seven win- dan & Palestine or Comoros The tournament will take part in single-leg matches, Palestine (104) v. Comoros 2022,” said Sheikh Hamad. ers and officials will have the ners from the qualifying stage Group D: Algeria, Egypt, place later this year – during based on the April edition of (131) For his part, Supreme opportunity to use World Cup in the final tournament. The Lebanon or Djibouti & Libya a similar timeslot to the FIFA the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Libya (119) v. Sudan (123). Arab football stars all praise for FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021 QNA The Omani national team for holding the Arab Cup draw to participate in the draw cer- Doha goalkeeper and ambassador ceremony were excellent from emony and are proud to be of the Supreme Committee an organizational point of part of this tournament that Arab football stars, including for Delivery and Legacy indi- view, adding that the tourna- bring together all the 23 teams former players and coaches, cated that the competition will ment is important for friction in the Arab world on the land have stressed the importance be strong between the teams, with strong African and Asian of the World Cup country. of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar especially with the multiplic- teams. The President of SSFA 2021, which will be organized ity of football clubs from Asia He said that the tourna- pointed out that being in Qa- by the International Football and Africa, in addition to the ment is the best preparation tar with the rest of the officials Association (FIFA) in partner- public presence, pointing to for Qatar before 2022 World of the Arab associations con- ship with the State of Qatar at great presence in the last Club Cup, and it is a very special stituted an ideal opportunity the end of this year. World Cup that saw the par- preparation for them before to exchange views and ideas Ahead of unveiling the ticipation of one Arab team. the African Nations Champi- and benefit from this Arab fo- draw for the FIFA Arab Cup So, certainly there will be onship, which will be held in rum to develop cooperation in 2021 on Tuesday at Katara greater interest with the par- January 2022. the future. Cultural Village in Doha, Arab ticipation of all Arab teams, he The head of the Tunisian Meanwhile, Tunisian foot- football stars noted the im- added. delegation concluded his re- ball coach Mondher Kebaier portance of Qatar’s hosting Regarding holding match- marks by saying that their expressed his great happiness of the tournament as part of es on the World Cup stadiums, roles as Arabs is to participate with Qatar’s organization of its preparations to organize Al Habsi said it is a very won- in the success of the 2022 the Arab Cup, expressing the the most prominent sporting derful thing, and considered World Cup, and the Arab Cup hope that this initiative will event in the world at the end it a mini-World Cup, during is a unique opportunity for continue in the future because of next year. which all the distinctive sports that, stressing that what they of the great importance it rep- Omani goalkeeping legend facilities are tested and pre- see in Qatar is a very impres- resents, both for the partici- Ali Al Habsi, who expressed pared before the World Cup sive development. pating teams and the players. his great happiness at the re- 2022. The FIFA Arab Cup 2021 draw being conducted at Katara Opera House on Tuesday. In turn, President of the The Eagles of Carthage turn of the Arab Cup, especial- Saudi Arabia national South Sudan Football Asso- coach said that the tourna- ly with the great development team coach Herve Renard ex- players will be at that time. previous Gulf Cup that was the beginning of the establish- ciation (SSFA) Francis Amin ment will witness strong com- witnessed by Arab football in pressed his appreciation for The priority will be to qualify held in Doha and saw very ment of many Arab gatherings Michael praised the precau- petition among all, especially the recent period and with the idea of the Arab Cup 2021, for the 2022 FIFA World Cup wonderful stadiums, adding in the future. tionary measures taken by the as it includes many different brilliant Arab players playing which Qatar will host next De- in Qatar, he explained. that there wont be any con- On the chances of the Mo- organizing committee in prep- football clubs from Africa and in European leagues such as cember. He stated that they will cern regarding the organiza- roccan national team in the aration for the FIFA Arab Cup Asia, such as the Qatari team Riad Mahrez, Hakim Ziyech, The French coach Renard play in September, October tional aspects of the tourna- tournament, he said that he 2021 draw in which the South that holds the title of the last Mohamed Salah and others, said, in a press statement, that and November in the quali- ment. always have great confident in Sudan national team is par- edition of the AFC Asian Cup. adding the championship will organizing the Arab Cup with fying matches for the 2022 For his part, the coach of the players, pointing out that ticipating for the first time in For his part, former Syrian also contribute to improving the participation of all Arab World Cup before the start of the Moroccan national team they just achieved a wonder- its history. Francis extended national team captain Firas the levels of the Arab teams. teams is a good idea, adding the Arab Cup in December, so Hossein Amouta expressed ful victory in the African Na- his thanks and gratitude to the Al Khatib expected that the Speaking to reporters, Al that the only problem facing they will see if the team that his happiness with the par- tions Championship and be- Qatar Football Association for championship would witness Habsi said that holding the them in 2021 is that the calen- they will participate with is ticipation of the Moroccan ing in the tournament will be the hospitality and reception, an unparalleled success, espe- tournament in Qatar will be dar during it is crowded in the complete and includes all the national team in the tourna- a great incentive for players to adding that it is not strange cially as everyone was waiting the best preparation before Asian continent because they players, adding that there is ment, stressing that the par- present their best in the hope for the State of Qatar to organ- for the kick-off, and thanked the World Cup 2022 due to will play a lot of matches. still time before the start of ticipation will be with the lo- of opening the door to profes- ize major international sport- Qatar, the capital of Arab the large number of partici- He pointed out the Arab the Arab Cup. cal team. sionalism abroad. ing events. sports, for the idea of organ- pating teams, adding Qatar is Cup will be held next Decem- Regarding Qatar, the He expressed his hope Head of the Tunisian del- He added that as for the izing this distinguished event capable of organizing a very ber, and they do not know French coach said that he led that the Qatari initiative to es- egation Hussein Jenayah con- South Sudan Football Asso- that will bring together the distinguished tournament. how the physical status of the the Saudi national team in the tablish the tournament will be firmed that all arrangements ciation (SSFA), they are happy Arabs. Sports Wednesday, April 28, 2021 13 To be favourites in FIFA Sheikh Joaan meets Abdulaziz Al Faisal Arab Cup 2021, Qatar will have to prove on the field: Coach Sanchez

the field,” he said. Competition “Numbers and rankings -- these are on paper, you need tough: Saudi to prove in the field. So hope- fully we’re going to perform coach Renard well and we can show good Vinay Nayudu performance. Doha “If we do that, we have a better chance to reach far in The 2019 Asian champions the tournament, which will be Qatar, who have also done ex- good for us looking forward ceedingly well at the ongoing to the FIFA World Cup 2022. European qualifiersfor FIFA So, hopefully we’re going to World Cup 2022, have been perform well and we can do drawn alongside four-time some good results,” stressed champions Iraq and two qual- Sanchez. ifers Oman/Somalia and Bah- Meanwhile, the Saudi Ara- rain/Kuwait in Group A of the bia coach Herve Renard said first FIFA Arab Cup 2021. that the Arab Cup will be a Qatar coach Felix Sanchez, tough one for everyone. speaking soon after the draw, “It’s a very good competi- termed the grouping as “lit- tion. I would be lucky because tle difficult”despite Qatar’s I spent so many times in Africa growing stature in the foot- and I know a lot of teams will balling world. participate to this tournament. HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, received HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal, President The Spanish coach, how- Now, this competition will be of the Union of Arab Football Associations, upon his arrival and his accompanying delegation at Hamad International Airport on Tuesday. The ever, said that the team will very difficult for everyone,” meeting was also attended by HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, President of the Qatar Football Association. Prince Abdulaziz have to prove its strength on said the Frenchman. bin Turki Al Faisal later attended the draw ceremony of FIFA Arab Cup 2021 on Tuesday evening. the field. The stature on paper Saudi Arabia are in Group doesn’t matter. “If we want to C and have been drawn with be one of the favourites or to 2012 winners Morocco, Jor- reach far in the competition, dan/South Sudan, and Pales- we will have to prove that on Qatar coach Felix Sanchez. tine/Comoros. Saudi Arabia won the pre- FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021 an opportunity for vious Arab Cups in 1998 and 1002. Interestingly, Renard has also coached Morocco all Arabs: Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports previously which should help Saudi Arabia. QNA in light of all Arab countries The Minister expected expressing at the same time “It’s very good but also Doha confirming their participa- that the Arab championship his confidence in all the play- very difficult. I spent three tion in the tournament. would witness strong com- ers of the Iraqi team and their years and also with Mo- The Iraqi Minister of Youth The Minister expressed petitions in light of the par- ability to present high levels rocco, we played the World and Sports Adnan Dirjal said his confidence in the ability ticipation of all Arab coun- and compete for the title. Cup 2018. I spent a fantastic that the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar of the State of Qatar to organ- tries, especially in light of the The Iraqi national team time with Morocco. So my 2021 will be a very important ize the Arab championship in growth that most countries is the most winner of the heart will pump faster. But opportunity to bring the Arab a distinctive and successful are witnessing, whether at Arab Cup, with four titles in we have to concentrate on countries together. manner in view of the ma- the Asian or African level. 1964, 1966, 1985 and 1988, the game. Dirjal said, in a statement terial and human capabili- The Iraqi Minister of while Tunisia won the title “And now I’m the coach to Qatar News Agency (QNA), ties it possesses, as well as Youth and Sports stressed of the inaugural edition in of Saudi Arabia, so we have to that the State of Qatar has in light of the availability of that his country’s chances of 1963, Egypt 1992, Morocco be focused and to go as far as made a great step in organ- high-level infrastructure and winning the Arab title would 2012, and Saudi Arabia was FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA Arab Cup 2021 possible in this competition,” izing this event in coopera- stadiums with best modern be very difficult in light of crowned twice in 1998 and draw ceremony at Katara Opera House on Tuesday. he said. tion with the FIFA, especially technology. the presence of big teams, 2002. Nagelsmann joins Bayern as coach in mega deal The German becomes the most expensive coach Chelsea’s American midfielder Christian Pulisic (“L) celebrates with in Bundesliga history having also been the Chelsea’s German coach Thomas Tuchel and teammates after scoring during the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg against Real youngest at 28 when he first coached Hoffenheim Madrid at the Alfredo di Stefano stadium in Madrid on Tuesday. (AFP) 20 million to 30 million euros “Fundamentally I’m not grab at the players,” he said. ($24.2 million to 36.3mn) – now shaking and quivering over In contrast Nagelsmann’s Chelsea earn 1-1 standard for players these days the transfer fee,” he said. “With assistant Benjamin Glueck though hardly their bosses. the players there are many who and team manager Timmo “Julian’s contract length cost a lot more and who also Hardung will make the switch. draw at Real Madrid of five years alone shows how have to deal with pressure and “They have already came with committed he is to FC Bayern,” bring their performance. That’s me from Hoffenheim and DPA ners-up Paris Saint-Germain said Bayern’s chairman desig- how it is with me.” will go with me again,” said Berlin and Manchester City is on nate Oliver Kahn. Flick will want to bid fare- Nagelsmann. “That’s agreed Wednesday. “I am convinced that FC well with a second Bundesliga with the club.” Chelsea played to a 1-1 draw Record 13-time winners Bayern’s sporting future will title after the treble of last sea- Also open is the future of at Real Madrid on Tuesday Real, 2012 champions Chelsea be a very successful one with son concluded a dramatic spell the German national team with to hold a small edge in their and City were among 12 teams Julian Nagelsmann.” in which he was appointed in Flick, 56, now strong favour- Champions League semi-final. that had planned to form Nagelsmann is only 33 November 2019 with Bayern ite to replace his former boss American forward Chris- a breakaway Super League and hasn’t won a single title - in crisis. Joachim Loew after Euro 2020. tian Pulisic gave the English which collapsed last week after though that could change with Leading Leipzig by seven Bayern paid tribute to the visitors a 14th-minute lead but just two days. Leipzig in the German Cup points with three games to man who delivered their sec- striker Karim Benzema lev- The six English clubs and semi-finals and Bayern out - play that looks a certainty but ond treble - and sixth elite elled in the 29th for Real in the two others said they would but his work first withH offen- Nagelsmann also has work European crown - and he re- teams’ first-ever Champions pull out but Real president heim and then Leipzig made still to do as he could deliver a turned the favour despite a League meeting on a wet night Florentino Perez has insisted him one of the most promising maiden trophy, for himself and prickly working relationship in Spain. the project is not dead. coaches in Europe. club, in the German Cup. And with sporting director Hasan Benzema now has 71 goals Germany forward Timo “Julian Nagelsmann rep- then battle will start again. Salihamidzic. in the elite event for joint- Werner should have put Chel- resents a new generation of “Full attack on Julian Leipzig paid 5 million fourth all-time with former sea ahead in the 10th but coaches,” said club president Nagelsmann and Bayern Mu- euros two years ago to get Real legend Raul Gonzalez. aimed right at goalkeeper Herbert Hainer. “Despite his nich,” said CEO Oliver Nagelsmann from Hoffenhe- The return leg is next week Thibaut Courtois from point- In this file photo taken on December 16, 2020, Julian Nagelsmann is young age, he already has an Mintzlaff, who said a short- im, where he began coaching in London at Stamford Bridge blank range after Pulisic pictured prior to the Bundesliga match between TSG Hoffenheim and impressive CV. list of three is being considered aged 28, and this year Borussia for a place in the Istanbul final headed a Mason Mount cross RB Leipzig in Sinsheim. (AFP) “We are convinced that including Red Bull Salzburg’s Dortmund had to pay the on May 29. across goal. with Julian Nagelsmann, we American coach Jesse Marsch. same sum to Borussia Moe- “It is just the first half, we The Blues continued their DPA confirmed Tuesday as Bayern can continue the magnificent Mintzlaff said Leipzig nchengladbach to get helms- knew against Real Madrid it lively start and broke the Munich agreed to Flick’s request to be successes of recent years.” would try to trim their squad man Marco Rose in summer. would be tough,” Chelsea cap- deadlock four minutes later. released - likely with an eye Nagelsmann, a boyhood over summer but Nagelsmann Gladbach in turn agreed to tain Cesar Azpilicueta told BT Antonio Ruediger chipped Julian Nagelsmann’s “life on the soon to be vacant Ger- Munich fan and with his family assured his soon to be former spend 7.5 million euros to Sport. a long ball over the Real de- dream” to coach Bayern Mu- man job - while opening the already living in Bavaria, said club he would not attempt to get Eintracht Frankfurt’s Adi “We started with cour- fence to Pulisic who rounded nich was made a reality thanks cheque book to prise rising star the “complete package is sim- poach players - other than de- Huetter. age, we had to perform at our Courtois and smashed home to a world record transfer fee Nagelsmann from Leipzig on a ply special. I would not have fender Dayot Upamecano, who Bayern, like others in the best level. The semi-final ofa from 10 metres. while Hansi Flick also got his long-term deal to 2026. done it for any other club.” had already signed for Bayern Bundesliga, have been with- Champions League asks you Chelsea were in control but wish – with an early release While the exact transfer fee And he dismissed the idea in February. out fans this season but have to play your best. We missed Real, still without captain Ser- from his contract at the Ger- paid has not been confirmed, the large fee put extra pressure “It is quite normal in the committed 42.5 million for that little last pass where we gio Ramos, finally threatened man champions. Leipzig’s satisfaction with the on him in the role he will of- special situation where RB Upamecano and Nagelsmann could choose the best option.” in the 23rd from Benzema’s The biggest coaching sum backs media reports put- ficially start on July 1, the day have also done something for will surely expect further back- The second first-leg semi-final drive which went wide right swoop in German football was ting the total value at a potential after Flick’s deal now ends. me that I don’t now start to ing in the transfer market. between last season’s run- off the outside post. 14 Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Sports

QATAR’S Younousse and Tijan score silver finish in Cancun again

Qatar’s Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan claimed a second successive silver finish in the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Cancun Hub 2nd event in Mexico on Monday. Their good show was applauded by Qatar Olympic Committee President HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, who in a tweet said, “We congratulate the national team and the Qatar Volleyball Federation for this achievement, and good luck towards qualifying for the Olympiad.” In a repeat of the first event, the final was won by Norwegians Anders Mol and Christian Sorum 21-18, 21-18. The third and final event of the Cancun Hub qualification tournament will be played on Wednesday and the main draw will run until Sunday.(T NN) Tournament isn’t Cricket Australia to monitor over for BCCI till each player situation, thanks BCCI and reaches home IPL for keeping everyone safe safe: IPL COO ANI BCCI till each one of you has ANI New Delhi reached your home, safe and Melbourne sound,” he wrote. With the second COVID-19 He also pointed that the Following Australia Prime wave rampant across the bio-bubbles are being further Minister Scott Morrison’s de- country, there have been re- strengthened with an eye on cision to suspend passenger ports of some foreign players the coronavirus situation. flights fromI ndia till May 15, being wary of the situation “In order to allay any ap- Cricket Australia and the Aus- and how they will return to prehensions and concerns, we tralian Cricketers’ Association their respective countries at are further strengthening our released a statement, saying the end of the 14th edition of bio-secure environments to they are in regular dialogue with the Indian Premier League keep everyone involved in the all the parties involved in the In- (IPL). But IPL COO Hemang tournament safe and healthy. dian Premier League (IPL). Amin has assured all play- Recently, we increased testing “Cricket Australia and the ers and support staff that the in our bio-bubbles to be extra Australian Cricketers’ Asso- Board of Control for Cricket in vigilant. Instead of the stipulat- ciation are in regular dialogue India (BCCI) will ensure their ed test every five days, we now with players, coaches, match smooth return at the end of conduct a test every two days. officials and commentators on the league. In a letter to the “Further, earlier in the the ground in India regarding players and support staff, ac- tournament, we had permitted the current situation and we cessed by ANI, Hemang ad- food deliveries from outside will assist where possible,” said dressed the apprehension and your designated hotels, but CA in its official statement. concerns of the cricketers. He these privileges have also been “We will continue to liaise said that the tournament isn’t withdrawn. Apart from this, closely with the Australian over for the BCCI till every we have also increased our lev- Government following today’s player reaches home safely. el of caution to strengthen our announcement that direct “We understand that many bio-bubbles. I am sure you will flights from India to Australia of you are apprehensive about understand and co-operate will be paused until May 15, how you will get back home with us on these steps taken and monitor the situation once the tournament con- to strengthen the bubble. The between now and the tourna- cludes, which is natural and health and safety of our play- ment’s scheduled conclusion understandable. We want ers, support staff, manage- on May 30,” it added. to apprise you that you have ment and everyone involved Cricket Australia also nothing to worry about. The in IPL 2021 is of paramount thanked the BCCI and IPL or- BCCI will do everything to importance and we will leave ganising committee for keep- Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Australian David Warner (left) and others during their match against Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian ensure that you reach your no stone unturned in that en- ing everyone safe in a bio-se- Premier League (IPL). (BCCI/IPL) respective destinations seam- deavor,” he explained. cure bubble. lessly. The BCCI is monitoring Hemang also thanked the “We thank the BCCI and Australian cricketers taking a part of an Australian tour, he those resources to, I’m sure, to players involved in the IPL the situation very closely and players for bringing smiles on IPL for their efforts to keep part in the ongoing IPL 2021 sees them returning to Australia see them return to Australia in want to compete in the league is working with the govern- the faces of hundreds of crick- everyone safe in the tourna- will have to arrange flights using their own arrangements. accordance with their own ar- till the end. ment authorities to make ar- et fans in these trying times. ment’s bio-secure bubble. “under their own resources” “They’ve travelled there rangements,” he added. “The players are intend- rangements to get you home “While you go about play- Once again, our thoughts are if direct flights from India to privately ... this wasn’t part of While there have been ing to remain until the end of once the tournament con- ing the sport, we all love, you with the people of India dur- Australia is suspended when an Australian tour,” the Aus- rumours that the Australian the tournament unless some- cludes. Be rest assured that are also doing something re- ing this challenging time,” the the tournament gets over on tralian PM told reporters as players want to return home, thing changes dramatically. the tournament is not over for ally important.” statement added. May 30. quoted by 7news.com.au. sources in the know of devel- The media reports citing oth- Australia Prime Minister Morrison said since the “They’re under their own opments in Cricket Australia erwise are incorrect,” the CA Morrison on Tuesday said the cricketers have not travelled as resources. And they’ll be using have informed ANI that the source said. Saqib Mahmood ‘unavailable’ for PSL 6 due to County Play brand of cricket that gives people back commitments ANI and would love to return to home something to look forward to: McCullum London play there again in the future, when the timing is right #yel- ANI period,” said McCullum while England bowler Saqib lowstorm,” said Mahmood in Ahmedabad addressing his teammates in Mahmood is going to miss the an Instagram post. a video posted on the official remainder of the Pakistan Su- Earlier this month, the With the second Covid-19 Twitter handle of KKR. per League (PSL) season six as Board of Governors (BoG) of wave rampant across the “We are in a privileged he will play for his county Lan- the Pakistan Cricket Board country, Kolkata Knight Rid- position, we can give little bit cashire Cricket later this year. (PCB) met through a virtual ers (KKR) coach Brendon Mc- of hope even in these testing PSL six was postponed conference call and the board Cullum addressed his side in times,” he added. after a string of COVID-19 received a presentation and the dressing room, saying that Australia pacer Pat Cum- cases were reported in March an update on the report of the his team should look to play mins also urged everyone to this year. The tournament two-person fact-finding panel an exciting brand of cricket to stay indoors. will now resume on June 1 that was set-up by the PCB give people some respite dur- “It’s to everyone out there with the final scheduled for chairman to review the bio- ing these testing times. in India, we are all thinking of June 20. Mahmood, who security protocols, bylaws, and “I know people out there you, we know it’s a really tough plays for Peshawar Zalmi in arrangements for the PSL. are struggling with what’s time, stay safe, look after each the showpiece event, thanked The BoG was informed going on out there at the other,” said Cummins. the franchise for making his that as part of the strategy to moment. Batting coach Abhishek stay “enjoyable”. ensure the PSL 6 resumed and “In terms of the pandemic Nayar, and players Shubman “Really enjoyed my time is completed in a safe and se- and the situation, not just Gill and Prasidh Krishna also with @peshawarzalmipk in cure environment, the PCB here in India but also abroad, urged the players to stay in- #PSL6 earlier this year but was in the final stages of ap- heightened here in India. doors and stay safe against given the timing of the re- pointing a globally recognised “I understand it’s a diffi- this deadly virus. scheduled tournament in June safety management company cult time, we are going to do On Monday, Australian I will be unavailable for the re- that specialises in providing our best and play a brand of pacer Pat Cummins also do- Kiwi Brendon McCullum, coach of Kolkata Knight Riders. mainder and will be playing for Covid-safe technology solu- cricket and style of cricket that nated USD 50,000 to aid In- my county @lancashirecricket tions, bio-secure monitoring gives people back home some- dia’s fight against COVID-19. chase of oxygen supplies for position in the IPL points table Delhi Capitals on Thursday at I would like to thank everyone & management, as well as re- thing to look forward to even He made a donation to the Indian hospitals. with 4 points from 5 games. the Narendra Modi Stadium in at Peshawar for making my sponse and reaction to posi- if it’s just for a three-four hour PM-Cares Fund for the pur- KKR is currently at the fifth The side will next take on Ahmedabad. time such an enjoyable one tive tests.