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TALE OF TWO DEMOCRACIES BIHAR ASSEMBLY POLLS US What happens if TRUMP POLLS NDA ahead in more than REFUSES to concede defeat? RASHID KHAN TO half of 243 seats of Bihar he Trump administration threw the pres- X-PLAINED RETURN TO SUSSEX idential transition into tumult on Mon- he ruling NDA in Bihar day, with President Donald Trump block- FOR 2021 was ahead of its rivals T ing government officials from cooper- ussex have re-signed star in more than half of the ating with President-elect Joe Biden's team. The Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid state's 243 assembly developments cast T Khan for next year's T20 Blast seats, with the BJP appearing set doubt on whether the Fact: No president S to outperform its senior alliance nation would witness competition. The world's number one has ever refused to partner JD(U) headed by Chief the same kind of T20I bowler, who has had two stints Minister Nitish Kumar, accord- smooth transition of leave the office in the past; with Sussex, recently concluded his IPL ing to trends available so far. power that has long so the next steps would be anchored its democra- 2020 campaign with SunRisers KEY HIGHLIGHTS cy. The Electoral Col- totally unprecedented Hyderabad in which he ended up taking lege is slated to for- 20 wickets in 16 appearances. ➤ mally confirm Biden's victory on Dec 14 and the The hype around the youth Democrat will be sworn into office in late Jan. brigade of Bihar trouncing the So, what's next? We analyse the scenarios... ➤The leg-spinner was set to veteran heavyweights, seems play for Sharks T20 skipper to have fallen flat on the face BYPOLLS RESULTS: BJP AHEAD IN SCENARIO 3: If no voting fraud is found, or if the SC 's side again this of the opposition, as the MP, GUJARAT AND UP turns down Trump’s case, and he refused to accept a year, but it was mutually trends paint a different picture ➤ The BJP was leading in 17 seats and the Democratic win and hunkers down in the White House, agreed he would miss the on the Bihar political landscape Congress in nine in MP ➤ In Jharkhand, the BJP SCENARIO 1: Trump may choose to take the election result to the then he will be forcibly removed by the military competition due to his over- ➤Interestingly, the BJP was ahead in one and the Congress in the other. Supreme Court, who would then decide what to do —although, there is SCENARIO 4: Biden could direct federal agents to lapping commitments in the was on its way to become The party was ahead in both the seats in no guarantee that they would agree to look at the case remove the current president from the White Caribbean Premier League the single largest party, Karnataka➤ In Odisha, the state's ruling Biju SCENARIO 2: He may claim that the postal voting has led to voting House forcibly and Indian Premier League when reports last came in Janata Dal was ahead in both the seats fraud, and if he was able to provide them with evidence, then the SC ➤Rashid's both previous would launch an internal inquiry. If voting fraud was found, then the SC Trump will lose his power at (* WHEN WE FILED THIS REPORT) midday on January 20, 2021 appearances in T20 blast have may choose to allow him to serve a second term, or will call for re-polls seen Sussex advance to the (SOURCE: AFP/METRO.UK) knockout stages

NEWS CLICK IN A FIRST, MOON ROCKS JUGAL HANSRAJ WRITING HERE FOR IN BRIEF MORE NOVEMBER 11 TO BE SCOOPED UP FROM HIS SECOND BOOK FOR KIDS, THE LUNAR SURFACE WILL BE OUT NEXT YEAR VIRGIN HYPERLOOP CRE- NATIONAL EDUCATION DAY hina is all set to send a spaceship to the CELEB BOOK ATES HISTORY, FIRST PAS- Moon later this month to collect the SENGERS TRAVEL SAFELY C first samples of rock and dust to be re- turned to Earth in more than 40 years. reating a history in the world of Chang'e-5 will have just a single lunar day transportation, Virgin Hyperloop to collect the material from a previously un- C has successfully tested human explored region of the near side of the Moon travel in a hyperloop pod for the first before returning to Earth. The spaceship will time.The test took place at the compa- lift off from the Wenchang Satellite Launch ny's DevLoop test track in the desert out- ➤ The speed at which the hyperloop pod travelled Center on Hainan Island on November 24 on side Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday and was nearly 160 km per hour during the test, but, a Long March 5 rocket and land in the north the first two passengers were Virgin Hy- eventually, the goal is to make humans travel via of the Oceanus Procellarum -— a vast lava perloop's CTO and co-founder Josh November 11 is celebrated as the plain on the lunar surface. Giegel and director of passenger ex- these airless tubes at speeds of up to 1,223 km per National Education Day. In 2008, it perience, Sara Luchian. hour ➤The occupants made their maiden voyage was chosen to commemorate the The last time rock samples on the newly-unveiled XP-2 vehicle, designed by birth anniversary of independent Hyperloop is a new transport mode under BIG e Bjarke Ingels Group and Kilo Design, which from the surface of the Moon ctor-director Jugal Hansraj will in 2021 India's first education minister, come out with his second book for children, development to enable high-speed move- was custom-built with occupant safety and comfort Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. were brought back to Earth Awhich is a journey of a timid young prince ment of hundreds of people and goods at in mind ➤Virgin hyperloop was founded in 2014 to was from the Apollo mission as he learns that true bravery lies within one's a time in floating pods through tubes or make Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's vision of a ➤A reformer and a freedom own heart and should be used to create peace not fighter, Maulana Abul Kalam that returned home in war. 'The Coward and the Sword' will be published tunnels above or below the ground futuristic transportation system by HarperCollins India. Azad was not merely a scholar December 1972 but was committed to build the ➤The book talks about the peaceful king- nation through education. dom of Kofu, ruled over by a benevolent and RUSSIA'S ISKITIMKA RIVER SPACE ➤ brave King Rissho and his charming wife TURNS 'BEETROOT RED' As the first education minis- Queen Kanito. Its people are resourceful, The alarming discolouration of the ter of free India, he was respon- and more importantly, just like their king, Iskitimka river in the industrial sible for the setting up of the courageous Kemerovo city in Russia has caused Central Institute of Education in a flutter among the residents of Delhi, the University Grants ➤Hansraj's first children's fiction novel the city. Several pictures of the Commission in 1953 and the titled 'Cross Connection: The Big Circus red-coloured river were shared on the Indian Institutes of Technology Adventure' was published in 2017 social media.

SHARON STONE'S UNWIND THERAPY: Disney updates holiday movie calendar, Gal Gadot-starrer 'Death The mission is designed to collect Good Bath, yoga, colouring books on the Nile' delayed indefinitely samples of dust and debris from a 1 dventure movie 'Death previously unexplored region of the near hen it comes to un- on the Nile' has been side of the Moon and return them to the winding, nothing STONE'S T I P S A taken off the holiday Earth works for Sharon movie calendar, further jeopar- W Stone as a good bath, ➤ Go and take a shower or have a really good bath. dising the chances for a revival This will enable scientists to study the yoga and her colouring books. The Why not pull up a yoga mat? How about painting, this year of the industry. Walt 62-year-old Hollywood star believes Disney Co said, the release of 2 formation of the Moon and better that self-care is important. Talking drawing or colouring in? I have a bunch of colouring the mystery adventure based on understand its age and the rocks and min- about looking after mental health books on a table with some big jars of pens and an Agatha Christie novel and erals on the lunar surface amid the pandemic, Stone said: "The pencils. I sit and do those all the time. I do them with a star cast that includes Gal most important thing we can do is with my kids or with a friend and I find it to be a Gadot and Kenneth Branagh It is described as a 'grab and go' mis- stay in touch with others. had been delayed indefinitely. Zoom calls are a real really nice way to centre myself while we're talk- ENTERTAINMENT 3 sion, featuring a lander, ascender, ing. It's very calming orbiter and returner as part of the CELEB TALK ➤ It's extraordinarily important that we all look after ➤'Wonder Woman 1984' from Warner is the independent Oscar hopeful Chang'e-5 spacecraft godsend but an- our mental health, especially now with this pan- Bros is now the last potential 'Nomadland' The rocks will help scientists to other important demic. This time has been very difficult for every- Hollywood blockbuster still on the cal- ➤Hollywood studios have pushed a thing we need to do is record the last-known volcanic activi- one because people are losing everything that they endar for 2020, with a Dec 25 release string of movies, including the new 4 self-care." Stone feels, it identify themselves with. When people lose their ty on the surface of the Moon, thought to is important to look af- date ➤The only remaining Disney- James Bond film 'No Time To Die' and sense of self, they lose their sense of steadiness be anything between 1 billion and 3.5 bil- ter our mental health owned movie to be released this year action movie 'Black Widow' into 2021 amid the global virus and that becomes a dangerous thing lion years ago crisis. “Life is short, but there is always time enough for courtesy.” READ. PLAY. LEARN RALPH WALDO EMERSON, POET 02 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Brighten up the day for a Donate online, if you are homeless animal really busy This lockdown has confined us to our homes but you can still be generous. Get online and donate for a cause. There 4are several websites such as GiveIndia where you can choose a cause and make an online donation. Or you can visit sites of independent NGOs dedicat- ed to a cause like Project Nanhi Kali for educating a girl.

This Diwali you can light up the lives of homeless animals by donating biscuits, rice and basic medicines (Ridd and Spec- 1 tazarol) to the homeless animals living in the shelters. If you love animals but do not have the time or the space required to look after them; Be a volunteer for a day pledge to donate sum amount (starting from `200 per month) to an animal shelter. There can’t be a better way to give back to the society.Choose a volun- teering service through websites Buy new toys, such as ivolunteer.in or kar- Cook, share and celebrate deposit old to 5mayog.org. On these sites, NGOs lists out at an orphanage volunteering opportunities for a day or for ToyBank.org a particular time frame. PS: Volunteer- ing can also get you a college degree.

The sparkle in the eyes of kids who can’t afford toys will be priceless than the sparkle of the crackers. So pack up your toys you don’t need and donate it through 3 toybank. It’s currently providing such services in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Pune. There are other sites pan India that can reach your toys to those who need them.

There is fun in making Di- WHAT WE CAN LEARN THIS DIWALI wali goodies for guests, but it will be more pleasurable if Giving back in your Community outreach you do for those who don’t get 2 household Also, ensure that the children to eat mama’s home-cooked food. Cook or bake something at Charity begins at home, and and personnel in your local home, and share it with the the first person whose Diwali community and neighbour- kids in the orphanage or with the elders in the old you should be attempting to hood are cared for. Diwali can age home, whichever is brighten should be your domes- be a time to gather resources closer for you. Or tic help. Buy sweets or a simple such as non-perishable food have it picked up meaningful gift for your domestic help. items, blankets and other essentials. for delivery!

BOOK OF FRESH FACED THROUGH THE DAY A guide to discovering winter your personal Ikigai he Japanese concept of ‘Ikigai’ or ‘the reason T for being’ combines purpose, passion, vocation and profession. While Ikigai may be presented as a philosophical concept, ith the pan- its discovery is unique demic turn- EXPERTS SHARE 5 GREAT TIPS FOR WINTER SKINCARE to every person and ing the spot- Moisturise well, preferably summer. The ozone layer is Keep yourself hydrated makes life worthwhile and light on W twice a day and on damp the thinnest in winters, with fluids. Your body’s rewarding to live. A new health and environ- 1 4 ment, even our beauty skin. Ample hydration in the allowing those harsh UV rays water requirements are book by author-entrepreneur lifestyle for himself and concept of finding direction and purpose routine is being form of a moisturiser suited to often harm the skin. the same throughout the Atul Khekade weaves an impacted. More his family. He discovers in life, ‘Me Ki Gai’, the author believes, for your specific skin type year. So keep yourself engaging story on this indi- and more peo- Use a gentle, sulphate- his ikigai through his can come to the aid of the millions of is necessary to reinstate hydrated as much in winter vidual journey to Ikigai. ple are turning free face wash that own experience along people who lost jobs and hope during to person- the lost moisture in 3 with water and juices for The novel ‘Me Ki Gai’ is a doesn’t dry out skin the journey with Krisha. the Covid-19 pandemic, and discover alised prod- winters. good skin. man’s journey to discovering ucts for Sulphates are among the Prabhudas, the mystic, their own reasons for jumping out of bed every Use sunscreen worst toxins to be found in Load up on Vitamin C himself and his own ikigai guides Parth with a sys- in the morning. unique 2 when you products which deep cleanse, 5 Vitamin C plays a huge zone when guided by a mys- tematic process that “But when the going gets tough, the skin types tic character saving him may help millions of tough get going. If looked within, the and step out! since these agents dehydrate role in reversing the dehy- prob- Sunscreen is the skin as well. Make sure drating and dulling effect from a life-eending situation. people discover their principles of ikigai may help us build a lems as important you pick a cleanser which is winter season has on skin It is the story of Parth, a own. new world with a more rewarding in winters mild, doesn’t dry out the and hair health. Have young adult who is looking to Housing some profound, heart- personal and professional life,” says the as it is in skin, yet cleanses deeply. oranges, kiwis, amla, etc. start his career and build a better touching explanations on the Japanese optimistic author.

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It’s not just a place where you get to learn Einstein’s Theory of SCHOOL IS COOL Relativity. It’s also a place where you can think beyond the classroom. Hence we say, SCHOOL IS COOL! WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2020 03 Laam Exporama brings forth Shedding light on culture of 2 states participants' acumen in various fields

havan Vidyalaya, Panchkula, or- ganised Laam Exporama-2020, WINNERS OF EVENTS an annual two-day fun-filled event to commemorate VERSETALE : Manav Mangal School, St Vivekanand founder vice-chairman Lala Millennium School, Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh BAmarnath Aggarwal on the virtual plat- form. The event aimed at bringing out and Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula innate talent and potential of the students. The event was not only a medium to ex- LOKJHANKAR: Bhavan's Tripura and Bhavan hibit the creativity and versatility of the Vidyalaya, Panchkula, Amravati Vidyalaya, Stepping participants but also was instrumental Stones Sr Sec School in nurturing healthy competitive spirit among them. EXPRESSOGRAPHIC: Amravati Vidyalaya, DC Model AV Police Public School, Police lines, Panchkula, First day's programme began with an School, Bhavan's Tripura celebrated Haryana and Punjab Day by showing var- activity 'Versetale', which was convert- ious colours of the two states. A special assembly ing story into a poem. Next in sequence BIZZ IT : Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh, Bhavan's D was 'Lokjhankar', a fusion of the two, folk was conducted wherein students dressed up in ethnic cos- Tripura, Stepping Stones Sr Sec School dance and classical music. The partici- tumes of the two states in online classes. Children sang folk pants performed Indian folk dances on their presence. ganised in which all the participants the beats of the non-filmy classical mu- The second day's events started with were given digital certificates and CINEMATICS: Gurukul Global, Chandigarh and songs and performed folk dances. Children also made sic. This was followed by 'Expresso- a business quiz 'Bizz It', to enhance and shopping vouchers were given to the po- Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula, Bhavan Vidyalaya, posters on Haryana and Punjab Day. A quiz and declamation graphic', an event based on a multi-dis- explore the critical thinking of the par- sition holders. Chandigarh, Manav Mangal on "Creation of Punjab & Haryana" were conducted for the ciplinary approach, highlighting inte- ticipants related to the field of business. The overall running trophy was senior students. Children prepared different cuisines of gration of art and language with Mathe- Next in line was 'Cinematics', a video bagged by Bhavan's Vidyamandir School, MAATI KE RANG : Bhavan's, Tripura, Gurukul Haryana and Punjab with the help of parents and discussed matics. It ended with a prize distribution making competition. Last but not the Tripura and host school. Principal Gul- Global, Amravati Vidyalaya and Bhavan Vidyalaya, function for that day's events. least, was 'Maati Ke Rang', a solo per- shan Kaur congratulated all the prize their ingredients and nutrition value. The family members of founder vice- formance (folk song) by the participants. winners and motivated the participants Panchkula chairman graced the programme with Thereafter, prize distribution was or- with her words. Learning concepts, principles Alumnus visits school campus Interactive workshop on gender sensitisation of science in fun way ith the aim of t Vivekanand Millennium School, cultivating sci- HMT Pinjore, conducted a work- W entific tem- S shop on gender awareness for perament and attitude teachers in association with an NGO- among the children, 'Samvedana'. It was skillfully de- the pre-primary wing signed to introduce the concept of of Delhi Public School, gender and equality and effects of in- Chandigarh, organised equality, moreover, coming up with an activity 'World of workable solutions that can be used Science'. The children to address the issue in the classroom enthusiastically par- and wider community. The main fa- ticipated in perform- atluj Public School, Sector 4, Pranab Mukherjee, and sportsper- cilitators of the workshop were Pra- ing various science ex- Panchkula, hosted Manpreet sons like Glen McGrath, Steve jakta, Ritu Pathak and Aruti. periments like misci- S Singh, an alumnus of 2006 Waugh, etc. He had also received The manner in which one in- teraction. change and catalysts of behaviour- ble and immiscible liq- batch, a sports ambassador and so- Young Community Achiever of ternalises sex-specific stereotypes While addressing the group, it al transformation - teachers. uids, properties of air cial entrepreneur, recently. Man- Year 2019 by IABCA. and many forms of discrimination was stressed how gender works in The interaction with vice prin- concept, concept of preet has played a crucial role in Reekrit Serai, managing direc- was brought out through the activ- subtle and subversive ways and af- cipal Pallavi was stimulating. float and sink etc. It strengthening ties between Aus- tor, Satluj Group of Schools, said, ities performed by the teachers. The fects society, culture as well as po- She revealed that the school pro- was an enriching tralia and India through cricket and "Manpreet has made us proud with participants enthusiastically ex- lice, executive and judiciary. Stress vides holistic teaching and the post hands-on learning experience that nurtures intellec- has worked with top luminaries his amazing contributions to soci- pressed their opinions on gender was laid on gender sensitisation be- Covid-19 challenge of online teach- tual curiosity and critical thinking, helping children such as Dalai Lama, ex-PM Man- ety on an international level. We roles, inherent fallacies and biases ing critical to bringing about a so- ing meant revamping of teaching acquire new ways of asking questions and under- mohan Singh (on environmental wish him the very best in all his fu- that affect personal and social in- cial change through the agents of methods. standing the world. causes), former president Late ture endeavours." Bright learners bag key positions in Laam Exporama

n order to bring out creativity and versatility of students, a series of I competitions were organised by UTTARAKHAND Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula as part of Laam Exporama 2020, in which stu- dents of Amravati Vidyalaya, Amravati En- A TRYST WITH BOUNDLESS BEAUTY clave, Panchkula, participated and bagged several key positions. Pari of class VIII olidays are all about fun, frolic and enthusiasm, secured second rank in Lokjhankar Adding another feather in the quiz out of 14 teams that participated. and that was what my recent vacation trip to while Parisha of class VI bagged first vidyalaya's cap was the team of class The staff members and management HNainital - The City of lakes, was all about. I had rank in Expressographic and Kashvi XII students Kritin Pandey and Rahul committee appreciated the efforts of the heard that Nainital is a beautiful place that leaves one won third prize in "Matti ke Rang". that bagged fourth position in Business meritorious students. awestruck. The place brings one closer to nature and it surely left me mesmerised with its breathtaking beauty. Students join hands Senior kids take part in We got up quite early that morning and after a 7-hour- long drive from Chandigarh we finally reached Nainital. against bullying in school henna competition We enjoyed our stay at the hotel amidst the gracious hos- uru Nanak Foundation Public School, Sector 92, pitality by the warm staff and delectable food there. A Mohali, observed Karwa Chauth celebration long walk at the Nainital Mall Road offered a picturesque G with a mehndi competition for the senior students. Through various alluring designs such view of the Naini Lake. A visit to Nainital Zoo was really the as Indian, Arabic and Indo-Arabic, they exhibit- best attraction for a wildlife lover like me. The high ed their talent in this art form. With the guidance any of them. As we moved into the thick rugged forest altitude, well maintained zoo is home to numerous of teachers, students sent photos as well as some in open jeeps, I experienced the beauty of lush green animals and birds. It was a great learning experi- videos of mehndi application with unparalleled forests and wilderness while spotting deer, monkeys zeal. Jaspreet Kaur of class XII stood first in the ence as I saw a wind turbine there and learnt and peacock. A number of rivulets criss-crossed competition. Principal Poonam Sharma felici- about its working. After Nainital, we made our way tated the students for trying their best. through the park; it was indeed a tryst with nature. It to the Land of Roars and Trumpet – Jim Corbett o mark the first ever celebration of In- was simply an awesome experience enjoying the National Park. The huge national park stretches ternational Day Against Violence and serene ambience of Uttarakhand, as we kept our cam- TBullying at School including Cyber Students hail helpers' contribution to society over a vast expanse supporting diverse animal and eras ready to capture the scenic beauty and the lovely Bullying, Sharda Sarvhitkari Model Sr Sec plant species. It is a perfect place to expe- School, Sector 40, Chandigarh conducted ith the aim of stimulating the stu- moments spent together with family. The pictur- rience adventure by spotting endangered many activities on the theme "Together dents' imagination and enhanc- esque hills, the pleasant weather, winding hill against bullying in school" to enhance ing their social development animals and varied fauna and flora. After a W road and tall pine trees kissing the azure sky are awareness on prevention of such incidents skills, symposium on 'Our Helpers' was refreshing cool dip in the resort’s swimming St enough reasons to call this a perfect holiday and to make schools more safe and vibrant conducted by class II students of pool we went on a pre-booked safari. The for all learners. Students prepared and Joseph's Sr Sec School, Sector 44, Chandi- filled with lots of fun. biggest attractions of the Jim Corbett Reserve were shown videos, presentations and garh. The students presented themselves BHAVYA, class IX, Saint Soldier's School, short films to encourage them to be more as teachers, doctors, policemen, chefs, are the Bengal tigers and Asiatic elephants, attentive and speak up against oppressors architects, firefighters, etc to shed light but I wasn’t lucky enough to catch a sight of Sector 16, Panchkula and work together in preventing bullying on their contribution to society. 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The IPL 2020 staged several high-scoring games as batsmen managed to make the most of the batting-friendly pitches. At the same time, there were a series of outrageous dismissals which left spectators and cricketers stumped. Here's a look at some of the most unusual dismissals...

PANT'S 'BRAIN PANDYA CLIPPED THE UNLUCKY WARNER RUNOUT FADE' MOMENT BAILS WITH HIS BAT AT NON-STRIKER’S END

SRH skipper RASHID'S TWIN MOEEN’S RUN OUT David War- DISMISSALS OFF FREE HIT! ner had an outstanding Afghanistan’s star crick- “Don’t think I’ve ever seen IPL campaign eter Rashid Khan was dis- it in my life,” former Zimb- with the 2016 missed twice in SRH’s ma- abwe cricketer Pommie champi- tch against CSK. Rashid was Mbangwa had said during ons. Howe- Marcus both hit-wicket and caught commentary when Moeen Stoinis and Rishabh ver, he was on off the same ball. Facing Ali did the unthinkable in the receiving Pant were involved in Deepak Chahar in the de- RCB’s match against SRH. a horrible mix-up in Hardik Pandya end when SRH ath overs, Rashid went Ali had the golden oppor- locked horns DC’s match against down on his right knee to tunity to get off the mark Hardik Pandya’s ploy of with Virat Steve Smith-led RR. clear the man at the long- with a bang after Shahbaz staying inside the crease Kohli-led RCB in Pant was sent back by on position. However, Nadeem overstepped. Inst- while facing pacers back- match No.3. Stoinis and the wick- Rashid ended up disturbing ead of cashing on the free- fired against KKR as the Playing his etkeeper-batsman hit, Ali was sent packing by the off bail and was swashbuckling batsman first match, didn’t adjudged hit-wicket. Rashid on a golden duck. even ended up giving away his Warner was make a wicket to Andre Russell for runout by RCB desperate free. Yes, Pandya went far pacer Umesh Yadav. attempt to back in the crease and end- Yadav had dropped get back in ed up hitting the stumps. a return catch off Pandya’s dismissal was the the crease. first hit-wicket of the IPL Rahul Tewatia and the wicked 2020. The MI batsman was was quick to deflection from hilariously trolled on social Umesh's hand remove the bails media following his bizarre ended up hitting David Warner after collecting the dismissal. Even Russell was throw from substitute the stumps at the Rashid Khan baffled after Hardik clipped non-striker’s end. Rishabh Pant Manan Vohra. the bails with the bat and walked away with a smile.

Ktohli will re urn home after ‘ABDUL CAN BE SPECIAL Teen sensation Ansu Fati will not one Test in Aus; Rohit added PLAYER IN FUTURE’ play for Barcelona again this year Yuvraj Barcelona expect Ansu Fati to I can’t recall Singh be out for four months after this happening the club confirmed the 18- before but there is year-old underwent surgery nothing wrong in this. for a knee injury on Monday. I think it depends on Fati had the operation after the player if he wants tearing the internal meniscus o: ANI t to play or not. I think of his left knee during Barca’s Pho BCCI has done well 5-2 win over Real Betis on to allow him (Virat) Saturday. AFP n what is possibly the first instance of a this break. male cricketer getting paternity leave dur- Niranjan Shah, ing a Test series, the Indian cricket board former VP, BCCI Ion Monday announced that it had allowed skipper Virat Kohli to return home after the first Test against Australia in Adelaide. The BCCI also announced the inclusion of Rohit Abdul Samad Sharma in the Test side. He will, however, be rested for the ODIs and T20 International se- ries preceeding the Tests. Among other deci- Photo: sions, the Indian cricket board has decided to @SunRisers Twitter handle Ansu Fati replace leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy with Rohit Sharma speedster T Natarajan. IANS Photo: PTI

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