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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hans Niemann responds to claims he ‘hate-watched' Magnus Carlsen's loss: 'If you think ... '
Hans Niemann (Freestyle Chess/Lennart Ootes) American Grandmaster Hans Niemann has responded to critics who accused him of 'hate-watching' Magnus Carlsen 's shocking elimination at the Las Vegas leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour. 'If you think I was hate watching yesterday, what would you call what I've experienced the past three years?' Niemann posted on X, referring to the controversy that has shadowed his career since 2022. — HansMokeNiemann (@HansMokeNiemann) The opening day in Las Vegas delivered a bombshell: world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, co-founder of the Freestyle Chess format and leader in overall standings, failed to make it past the group stage. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Carlsen finished fifth in the White Group with just four points after three defeats, including losses to India's R Praggnanandhaa and American GM Levon Aronian, who beat him in the fourth-spot tie-breaker. ALSO READ: Despite being told 'Can't invite you to Las Vegas', Hans Niemann turns up, awaits Magnus Carlsen in 'Battle of Baddies' This format, unlike previous legs, features 16 players split into two groups, with the top four advancing to the knockout rounds. Carlsen's early exit, especially after dominating in Paris and Karlsruhe, where he scored a perfect 9/9, was nothing short of shocking. Poll Do you believe Hans Niemann was genuinely 'hate-watching' Magnus Carlsen's elimination? Yes, he seems to take pleasure in it No, it's just a competitive environment Unsure, it's complicated I don't follow chess closely Niemann, competing in the Black Group alongside Hikaru Nakamura, Fabiano Caruana, and Arjun Erigaisi, didn't hide his emotions while commentating on Carlsen's decider against Aronian. 'There are very few pleasures in life that compare to this feeling,' he remarked after Aronian took the lead in Game 1 of the tie-break. The reaction isn't surprising given Niemann's turbulent history with Carlsen. The two have been embroiled in a bitter feud since the 2022 Sinquefield Cup, when Carlsen accused Niemann of cheating. Niemann later filed a $100 million lawsuit against Carlsen and others, which was ultimately dismissed after an out-of-court settlement. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Bangladesh announce their T20I squad for Pakistan series at home
Bangladesh cricket team (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) The Bangladesh Cricket Board has revealed their squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Pakistan, retaining the same team that secured a 2-1 victory against Sri Lanka. The Pakistan team has arrived in Dhaka, where all three matches will be played at Shere Bangla National Stadium on July 20, 22, and 24. Bangladesh's team reached Dhaka after clinching an eight-wicket win against Sri Lanka in the final T20I in Colombo. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Litton Das has made history by becoming the first Bangladesh captain to win two overseas T20I series, following his team's 3-0 victory against West Indies in December last year. Bangladesh's batting unit has shown exceptional form recently. Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, and Shamim Hossain played crucial roles in their success against Sri Lanka. The bowling department also impressed in the Sri Lanka series. Mahedi Hasan delivered outstanding figures of 4 for 11, while Rishad Hossain and Mustafizur Rahman maintained economy rates below six runs per over. Bangladesh's previous encounter with Pakistan in May-June this year resulted in a 3-0 loss in Lahore. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Many Are Watching Tariffs - Few Are Watching What Nvidia Just Launched Seeking Alpha Read More Undo The head-to-head record heavily favours Pakistan in T20Is, with 19 victories out of 22 matches played between the two nations. Bangladesh squad for T20Is against Pakistan: Litton Das (captain), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Mohammad Naim, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mohammad Saifuddin.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Not Jasprit Bumrah, Team India assistant coach calls this speedster 'a lion'
London: India's bowler Mohammed Siraj celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's batter Ben Duckett during the fourth day of the third Test match between India and England, at the Lord's Cricket Ground, in London. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar)(PTI07_13_2025_000173A) Even before the Indian cricket team landed on English shores, the one name that has dominated conversations is Jasprit Bumrah . From his menacing bowling to his workload management, the Indian spearhead has been the talk of the series. Bumrah has played two Tests in this series and picked up 12 wickets so far. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Although Bumrah is the face of the Indian bowling attack, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has showered praise on Mohammed Siraj , calling him a 'lion.' Siraj has played all three Test matches and has taken 14 wickets. The numbers don't do justice to the way the 31-year-old has bowled in the last two Tests—he has bowled his heart out. 'Let's first start with Siraj before we talk about Bumrah. I think we sort of take for granted how lucky we are to have someone like that,' said ten Doeschate. Ryan ten Doeschate press conference: Updates on Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and Arshdeep Singh 'I know he doesn't always have the returns you expect from a fast bowler. But in terms of heart, he's like a lion. 'And what he brings to this bowling attack—whenever he has the ball in hand—you always feel like something's going to happen. 'He's not someone who's going to shy away from the workload. So it becomes even more important for us to manage his workload and ensure that he's at least fit enough to give his best.' Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Team India's playing XI in limbo! Arshdeep Singh's injury throws selection into chaos
London: India's Arshdeep Singh during a training session ahead of the third Test cricket match against England, at Lord's Cricket Ground, in London. (PTI Photo/R SenthilKumar)(PTI07_08_2025_000257B) *** Local Caption *** Team India on Thursday was hit with a fresh injury concern. Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh sustained a cut on his bowling hand during a net session in Manchester, India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate told reporters. The incident occurred when Arshdeep attempted to stop a shot from Sai Sudharsan during his follow-through. The medical team examined the 26-year-old after training to assess whether stitches would be necessary. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'We have to see how bad the cut is,' said ten Doeschate. 'Obviously, the medical team is taking him to see a doctor. And whether he needs stitches or not is going to be important to our planning for the next few days,' he added. Ryan ten Doeschate press conference: Updates on Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and Arshdeep Singh Although Arshdeep is yet to make his Test debut, he was being considered as a potential replacement if the team opted to rest a frontline pacer for the fourth Test in Manchester. Ten Doeschate also hinted that the team combination for the Old Trafford Test now hinges on the severity of Arshdeep's injury. 'We'll take a call on the combination we play,' he said. 'Particularly given the Arshdeep situation as well, we'll make that call closer to Manchester,' he added. The fourth Test between India and England will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester, starting July 23. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Big update on Rishabh Pant's injury! Team India may have to take tough call
Beckenham: India's Rishabh Pant during a training session ahead of the fourth Test cricket match between India and England, at The County Ground, in Beckenham, England. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar)(PTI07_17_2025_000270A) Team India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate on Thursday confirmed that Rishabh Pant is getting closer to regaining full fitness ahead of the fourth Test match against England, starting from July 23 at Old Trafford. 'He will bat in Manchester before the Test. Look, I don't think it's going to keep Rishabh out of the Test, no matter what,' ten Doeschate told reporters. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'He batted with quite a lot of pain in the third Test, and it's only going to get easier and easier on his finger,' he said. On the first day of the Lord's Test, Pant suffered an injury after diving to pick up the ball but could not collect it cleanly. Following that, he was seen in a lot of pain and had to leave the field for medical attention. Dhruv Jurel took the field as he replaced Pant as the wicketkeeper during the second session of the first day of the Test match. Despite the finger injury, Pant batted in both innings and made a brilliant 74. Ryan ten Doeschate press conference: Updates on Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and Arshdeep Singh The assistant coach, however, said whether Pant will keep or not is a decision the team still needs to make. 'Keeping is obviously the last part of the process to make sure that he can keep. We don't want to go through that again, where we have to replace the keeper after three innings. 'But yeah, he rested today. He's trying to give the finger as long as possible, and hopefully he's good to go in Manchester,' he said. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
