”The match had looked a tricky one for Kvitova having split their four previous career meetings, withGarcia taking the last two. The panic-stricken federation hastily decided to send the wrestlers to Paris 17 days before the world championship began. Delhi didn’t play any cricket since the last season. In a meeting with the sports ministry after the Games, the federation said Mestvirishvili had ‘outlived his usefulness’ and had to be replaced. So I think players pick themselves with their performances and I haven’t seen a player getting dropped after performing well for their side. But it was all sweat in a rough start for the former world number one as she made nine unforced errors in the first three games. “It’s unbelievable: The atmosphere, the tradition, the history. Northern Ireland looks bound for the playoffs among the eight best group runners-up after winning 3-0 in San Marino. Former all-rounder Madan Lal has his fingers crossed before the start of the season. eep Narwal shines as Patna Pirates thrash Gujarat Fortunegiants to win third consecutive Pro Kabaddi titlePardeep Narwal’s heroics power Patna Pirates to third consecutive Pro Kabaddi titleBengal Warriors made a last minute comeback to beat Patna Pirates 41-38 in Kolkata.