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Toronto Sun
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Canada finds itself on a sticky wicket after two losses in World Cup qualifiers
Canada's Pargat Singh watches as his shot is caught by Ireland's Josh Little for 18 runs during an ICC Men's T20 World Cup cricket match last year. AP Photo Like a new ball losing its shine after a few overs, Canada's national team finds itself in a similar position in the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account After that outstanding showing in the World T20 Cup last year, things have not gone as smoothly as one would expect as Cricket Canada has had to duck a barrage of bouncers. Beyond the boundary lines, the parent body has been placed under investigation by the International Cricket Council for the way it conducts its business. And on the field, the players find themselves under intense pressure to excel despite not being given the tools it requires because Cricket Canada keeps interfering in the coach's job. CC suffers from amnesia from time to time and deliberately overrides the coach, who since last year has been relegated to a figurehead. He has to bend down to instructions from the CC blazers. At the global T20 finals last year, the blazers parachuted their own players into the squad against the wishes of then-coach Pubudu Dassanayake. The result was disastrous, ending with the world-class coach getting his marching orders. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'They had my hands tied down and essentially made life very hard for me,' Dassanayake recalled. His contract clearly stated his pact would be extended to 2027 if the team qualified for the World Cup in 2027, which it did. But CC reneged on the deal and it was sued for wrongful dismissal. The case comes up in June, but in the meantime Dassanayake was signed to a 3.5-year contract by the United States. It paints a sad picture, especially since Canada parades a top-class squad that can defeat the best of the second-tiered teams on any given day. The problems off the field have creeped on to the field with Canada losing its first two World Cup League Two encounters in Lauderhill, Fla., in hot and steamy conditions. In the opener of the three-country tourney, Canada was thrashed by a record 169 runs by the United States. Batting first, the host nation piled on 361 for just three wickets in 50 overs with Smit Patel playing a sensational knock of 152 off just 137 balls. His innings included 12 fours and four sixes and Patel received solid support from skipper Monank Patel (47) and Saiteja Mukkamalla (30). This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In reply, Canada was shot out for a meagre 192 with debutant Mansab Gill notching up an unbeaten half century. Canada was favoured to top Oman in the second match, but fell short by 15 runs in an exciting finish. Oman elected to bat first and finished on 217 for six, while Canada managed 202 with six balls left. The star for Canada in a losing cause was Pargat Singh, who struck 85 before losing his wicket in the 38th over. The humidity played havoc with Singh as he had difficulty running, otherwise Canada would likely have finished on top. 'Obviously it hurts,' Canada captain Navneet Dhaliwal said. 'We haven't batted well. For sure we have to score more runs, especially the top order. I think Pargat played really well but he needs support.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The loss dropped Canada out of the top four and that means its chances of going through to the next round of World Cup qualifiers will be a little more difficult. But it can still do so by turning the tables on the U.S. and Oman in the next couple of weeks. This league features eight teams — including Namibia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Scotland and the United Arab Emirates — with each side playing 36 one-day internationals spread across nine triangular series through December 2026. The top four teams move on to a 10-country World Cup qualifier that will send the top four teams to the 2027 World Cup. The Netherlands (12-6-0) tops the standings ahead of the U.S. and Scotland. Read More This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. TD Bank has inked a sponsorship deal for 2025 with the Canadian College and University Cricket (CCUC). This continued partnership collaboration signals a powerful commitment to building an inclusive, grassroots-driven cricket ecosystem for post-secondary students across Canada. 'We're building a post-secondary cricket system that reflects Canada's diversity, empowers student-athletes and creates real social impact through sport,' said Hassan Mirza, president of CCUC. 'With over 30 institutions already engaged and growing, the momentum behind this movement is undeniable.' KENYAN STAR DIES Mehboob Ali, an imposing player on the field, passed away in Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday. Ali was in his early 90s and, although he wasn't keeping well in recent months, no mention was made how he died. The burly star opened the batting for Kenya and East Africa and was an excellent fielder in the slips. Ali will always be remembered for being the man behind the rise of Sir Ali Muslim Club that became the best club team in East Africa. He inspired several young players from the club who went on to represent Kenya. Check out our sports section for the latest news and analysis. Toronto Maple Leafs Basketball Television Ontario Canada
Globe and Mail
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Globe and Mail
Canadian cricketers lose to Oman by 15 runs in World League 2 one-day international
Pargat Singh, battling cramps, scored 85 runs in a losing cause as Canada fell to Oman by 15 runs in ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 play Monday. Oman won the toss and elected to bat, finishing at 217 for six in its 50 overs at Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium. The Canadian run chase ended with the last ball of the 49th over when No. 10 batsman Saleem Kana, on four, was caught at the boundary – leaving Canada all out at 202 with six balls remaining. Singh was bowled by Samay Shrivastava in the 38th over with Canada at 147 for seven. Singh, who hit 12 fours in his 104-ball inning, was hobbled by the end of his knock and had difficulty running. Shivam Sharma and Dilon Heyliger, the No. 8 and 9 batsmen, looked to be leading Canada towards the victory target. But Sharma, on 37 was caught at the boundary in the 46th over with Canada at 190 for eight. And Heyliger, on 18, followed with Canada at 197 for nine in the 48th over with bowler Mujibur Ali taking his first international wicket. 'Obviously it hurts,' said Canada captain Navneet Dhaliwal. 'We haven't batted well. For sure we have to have to more runs, especially the top order. I think Pargat played really well but he needs support.' The Canadians, who lost to the 15th-ranked U.S. by 169 runs Saturday, are ranked 18th in the world in one-day play while Oman is No. 16. The World League 2 features eight teams – also including Namibia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Scotland and the United Arab Emirates – with each side playing 36 one-day internationals spread across nine triangular series through December 2026. The top four teams move on to a 10-country World Cup Qualifier that will send the last four teams to the 2027 World Cup. The Netherlands (12-6-0 with two no-results) top the standings ahead of the U.S. (12-5-0) and Scotland (9-5-0 with two no-results). Monday's win moved Oman (9-6-0 with two no-results) past Canada into fourth. Canada (9-7-0 with two no-results) dropped into fifth. The bottom four teams can also progress to the qualifier but will have to get there via the Cricket World Cup Qualifier Playoff which includes the top four teams from the Cricket World Cup Challenge League. Canada started well Monday with Oman's two openers falling to Sana with just 10 runs on the board. But No. 4 batsman Hammad Mirza steadied the ship with a 77-run knock off 103 balls with three fours and two sixes. Mohammad Nadeem, batting sixth, finished at 76 not out, slugging seven fours and two sixes in his 77-ball innings. He was named man of the match. Canadian bowlers Saad Bin Zafar, Sharma and Sana each took two wickets. Dhaliwal faced just two balls, out leg-before-wicket, while fellow opener Yuvraj Samra managed seven runs before he was run out with Canada at 30 for two. Singh and Harsh Thaker combined for an 80-run partnership before Thaker exited on 33 with Canada at 110 for three. And Singh's new partners did not last long with Canada stumbling to 113 for five with Zafar and Shreyas Movva dismissed for zero and two, respectively. With 20 overs and five wickets remaining, Canada needed 114 runs. Singh needed treatment for cramps with the 32 Celsius conditions feeling like 36 C. When play resumed after Singh's treatment, Mansab Gill was bowled for no score, leaving Canada at 116 for five. Gill had scored 54 in his debut in the loss to the U.S. The next wicket to fall was Singh. The Canadians, who won promotion to World League 2 from the Cricket World Cup Qualifier Playoff, face the U.S. on Friday and Oman on Sunday.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Water sharing row: What is Dam Safety Act & why Punjab wants to repeal it
With Punjab's dispute over Haryana's demand for additional water snowballing into a political storm, there is a growing demand in the border state for repealing the Dam Safety Act. Parties in Punjab say the law gives Centre the control over dams located within the state's territory. Details What does it provide? The Dam Safety Act, 2021, aims to provide for the surveillance, inspection, operation, and maintenance of specified dams across the country to prevent dam failure-related disasters and establish an institutional mechanism to ensure their safe functioning. It received the President's assent on Dec 13, 2021. What are specified dams? Specified dams in the country are defined as dams with a height of more than 15 metres, or between 10 and 15 metres with certain design and structural conditions, such as reservoir capacity or flood discharge capacity. This includes dams on both inter-state and intra-state rivers. What is Punjab's stance? Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann indicated on Monday that the state govt was already working on a draft to replace it with its own legislation. The resolution moved by the AAP govt in the Punjab assembly on Monday sought the repeal of the Dam Safety Act. Punjab minister for water resources Barinder Kumar Goyal alleged that the Centre was trying to use the law to exercise control over dams in states. 'That is their planning. Dams belong to the state, and they have no business to interfere,' he said. Congress objecting to parts of trifurcation law too The Congress has also objected to sections 78, 79, and 80 of the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, which laid out the grounds for the trifurcation of Punjab, on similar grounds. After the session, Congress MLA Pargat Singh said the AAP govt is silent on the law. 'These were overlooked even during the Punjab Termination Agreement Act, 2004. Both the laws should be annulled. There should be an expert committee to follow up on the issue,' he said. What do the parts state? Sections 78, 79, and 80 specifically deal with the rights and liabilities related to the Bhakra-Nangal and Beas projects, which are crucial water and power resources in the region. 'The main objection is that these sections, particularly 79, give Centre the control over the management and distribution of Punjab's river waters. Opposition parties argue that the arrangement undermines Punjab's riparian rights and its control over its own water resources. A related concern is that the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), under central control, may not adequately protect Punjab's interests in sharing water,' Pargat Singh said.
Hindustan Times
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Won't allow single drop of extra water to flow to other state: Cong
Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Thursday warned that the people of Punjab will not allow a single drop of extra water to flow to any other state. He asserted that Haryana has already received its rightful share and cannot demand more when Punjab itself is facing a severe shortage. Warring urged chief minister Bhagwant Mann to convene an emergency all-party meeting to formulate a united strategy to protect Punjab's water resources. He criticised AAP's planned protests as political theatrics, asking, 'when you are in power, why the need for dharnas?' and accused the AAP of staging drama instead of taking real action. He said that Punjab cannot be allowed to go dry while supplying extra water to other states, assuring full Congress support to the government in protecting the state's interests. Warring also accused AAP of having a secret understanding with the BJP, citing its crackdown on peacefully protesting farmers as evidence of hypocrisy. He warned the AAP against any compromise on Punjab's water rights. Clarifying the Congress stance, he said the party supports honouring past agreements and providing Haryana with its allocated share — but not a drop more. 'Punjab does not have enough water even for its own needs,' he said. Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa launched a scathing attack on the BJP, accusing it of betraying Punjab's farmers by siding with Haryana in the intensifying water dispute. With Punjab's reservoirs critically low and 76.5% of its groundwater blocks overexploited, he warned that Haryana's demand for 8,500 cusecs would devastate Punjab's agricultural base, which produces 185 lakh metric tonnes for India's food security. He demanded urgent steps to replenish Punjab's reservoirs and a transparent, data-driven resolution to the crisis. 'The BJP cannot silence Punjab's farmers. We will fight for every drop that rightfully belongs to our state,' Bajwa said. 'Attempt to rob Punjab of its water' Jalandhar: Punjab Congress MLAs — Pargat Singh from Jalandhar Cantonment and Sukhpal Singh Khaira from Bholath — also flayed the BJP and BBMB, accusing the Centre of making direct attempts to rob Punjab of its water. Addressing the press conference, Pargat Singh demanded the state government to bring white paper on the issue so that the issues could be brought in a comprehensive manner before public. Khaira said the transfer of Punjab-cadre officer Akashdeep Singh, director of water regulation, and his replacement with Haryana-cadre officer Sanjeev Kumar, raises serious questions about the impartiality of the BBMB.
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Hindustan Times
Mohali: Security guard robbed of bike at gunpoint in Phase 3B2
A security guard was robbed of his motorcycle at gunpoint near Chawla Chowk in Mohali on Monday evening, police said. Acting swiftly, police recovered the vehicle from Kharar on Tuesday. However, the search continues for the robbers. Complainant Pargat Singh, a resident of Kumbra village, who works as a security guard in an industrial unit in Phase 7, Industrial Area, told police that he was waiting to receive his sister near Chawla Chowk around 7.50 pm, when two bike-borne men approached him. While the rider asked him for directions to the Phase 3B2 market, the pillion rider pointed a gun at him and threatened to shoot. Fearing for his life, Singh handed over his motorcycle to the pillion rider, who then drove off with his two-wheeler. DSP Prithvi Singh Chahal said a distress call was received on helpline number 112 about the robbed motorcycle around 8 pm, following which a police team was despatched to the site. CCTV footage from nearby locations was reviewed, and the motorcycle was recovered from Kharar the following evening. A case under Sections 309(4) (robbery) and 3(5) (joint criminal liability) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and relevant sections of the Arms Act was registered.
