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The National
2 days ago
- Sport
- The National
India's Manchester Test rescue act has rattled England in more ways than one
A fascinating series in which both teams have refused to concede an inch witnessed one of the finest rescue acts in recent times as India displayed extraordinary determination to bat out five sessions and draw the fourth Test in Manchester after being 0-2 and trailing by 311 runs. That India managed to save the Test is a remarkable achievement as they played most of it with 10 batters after Rishabh Pant broke his foot during the match. England would have anticipated a quick finish to the match when India lost wickets off successive balls without a run on the board on Saturday. But their batters were not going to give up, no matter how dire the situation. The fight shown by the lower order in the heartbreaking Lord's Test defeat galvanised the frontline batters in the hour of need at Old Trafford. India batted 143 overs on days four and five to save the match and keep the series alive heading into the last Test at The Oval. KL Rahul (90) and captain Shubman Gill (103) bore the brunt of the early England storm, facing more than 200 deliveries each to take the sting out of the home team's attack. Then, all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar guarded the gates until the final hour of the match, thwarting every attack with the composure and technique of top tier Test batters. The pitch had more than enough spite to keep the batters in check. The ball that got Rahul lbw stayed low by a foot, while Gill was hit on the body by deliveries that spat at him. The spinners also had enough rough to work with; both Liam Dawson and Joe Root got the ball to spin sharply and stay low. But Jadeja and Sundar did not give up. As the final hour of the Test began, and with both Sundar and Jadeja approaching thoroughly deserved centuries, England captain Ben Stokes offered an early draw. Both batters refused and batted for an additional five overs to reach their centuries. A perfect reward for an incredibly hard day at the office. But England and Stokes did not see it that way. Stokes was miffed at India's refusal to accept a draw when he offered it. Then, as some sort of protest, he got Harry Brook to bowl who dished out club-level deliveries. It was a draining day and by the end of it, England were rattled. Stokes and his England teammates had a go at the Indian all-rounders for wanting to score a century. After the match, Stokes extolled the virtues of a well-earned 80 not out instead of a century. 'I don't think there would have been much more satisfaction in walking off 100 not out, getting your team off in a tricky situation, than walking off at 80 or 90 not out,' the England captain said. Stokes lecturing the opposition batters - one of whom was aiming for his maiden Test ton - about how they should feel about their accomplishments and milestones was incredulous to watch. India were well within their rights to not only chase milestones but also keep England bowlers on the field for as long as possible, since the fifth Test begins in just three days and extra miles in the legs of the bowlers would mean advantage India. Just like England's openers were well within their rights to delay taking strike in the Lord's Test and use time wasting tactics. But England's reaction and antics at the end showed a palpable frustration had snuck into a team that was within touching distance of a 3-1 series lead in Manchester. England had their moments earlier in the innings, none more so than when Jadeja was dropped by Joe Root at slip first ball. But the match somehow slipped past them. Stokes had pushed his body to breaking point, nursing a hurt hamstring and shoulder to get the team over the finish line, and then possibly take a well-deserved break; England's bowlers were running on fumes after being on the field for 250 overs. All of which possibly contributed to England throwing a hissy fit at the end. India, meanwhile, go in the final Test knowing they have one of their most in-form batting line-ups in recent memory which also fights right until the end. They also know England's main fast bowlers have run out of gas after playing successive Tests and the home team will now have to rely on second or third choice bowlers. India too will have to manage without Jasprit Bumrah and or Mohammad Siraj. But they have been doing so almost the entire tour. All they need now is to get four fully fit bowlers, including wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav, and then see who is standing at the end of it all. All four Tests have gone deep into the fifth day and the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has become a Test of endurance. England looked ragged by the end of the penultimate bout. If India somehow manage to select the best playing XI, which they have failed to do in four Tests, the series can still end in a 2-2 draw. And that, in many ways, would be the perfect result for two teams who may have their flaws but have not given up at any stage across 20 days of absorbing cricket.
News24
5 days ago
- Politics
- News24
‘That's going to be my legacy': Siviwe Gwarube plans to ‘turn education system on its head'
Siviwe Gwarube talks to News24 about her determination to turn SA's education system on its head. Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once. Start your FREE trial now Show Comments ()
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
When I lost 3 STONE in 3 WEEKS through a free method better than any fat jab, I reversed my pre-diabetes. So did I put it back on? Six months on DONAL MACINTYRE reveals all... and says anyone can do it
Six months ago, I took a leap into the unknown. In a desperate bid to reclaim my health and shed the weight I had carried for far too long, I did something most would consider mad: I stopped eating. Not for a day, or a week — but for 23 days. No food. Just water, black coffee and sheer determination.
BBC News
22-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Lucy Bronze always had 'eye of the tiger', says early coach
England footballer Luzy Bronze always had the "eye of the tiger" with her determination to succeed, one of her early coaches has 33-year will line-up against Italy later in the semi-finals of the Women's Euro 2025 tournament having helped her country come back from two goals behind in the previous part in her seventh major competition, defender Bronze is one of England's most successful Jobson, who helped oversee her training at Alnwick in Northumberland more than 20 years ago, believes her talent was "obvious straight away". He told BBC Radio Newcastle he first became aware of the her when she was one of only a handful of girls to attend a football camp. "She came along with her brother. She wanted to impress and to train. It was a fantastic week."At the end of the camp we were playing in a game. I remember getting the ball in the middle of the field and getting wiped out in a tackle."I thought it was my brother Shaun [but], as I looked up, there was Lucy looking down at me as if to say 'come on, get up'."From a young age, she had it. One of her middle names is Tough. She's very tenacious and resilient." 'Best in the world' Jobson, who runs the Trident Soccer group with his brother, recalled how the pair helped Bronze get involved with training camps in the United States before she moved there aged 17 having won a scholarship with the University of North later went on to play for Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City, Lyon and Barcelona and is currently with Chelsea, having won five Champions League trophies, nine league titles and six domestic cups. Jobson said he was proud seeing Bronze score England's first goal against Sweden in their quarter-final comeback on Thursday before finding the net again in the penalty shoot-out."That game the other night was wonderful. It was great to see how much Lucy drove that team forward."It was eye of the tiger stuff out of Rocky. She galvanised the team."You can see from the moment the referee blows the whistle she wants to keep driving them forward. "For me, she's the best female footballer in the world." Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Free Malaysia Today
12-07-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Fruit, family and football: meet the small trader with big dreams
Muhammad Irwani Amirsirifuddin remains all smiles despite his physical limitations. (Bernama pic) IPOH : Despite being a person with disabilities, Muhammad Irwani Amirsirifuddin is determined to succeed each day. Having lost his right leg below the knee in an accident some time ago, the 33-year-old from Kampung Pulau Padang Bota Kiri in Parit, Perak refuses to rely solely on government aid or public donations. The seventh of 10 siblings has taken the initiative to earn a living by selling fruits from his three-wheeled motorcycle around Bota, near Parit, stopping at well-populated eateries. 'As long as I'm able to move, I'll continue to use my strength to earn a living for myself and my family,' he told Bernama when met here. Irwani – who is fondly known as Wan Sekerat, which literally translates to 'Half Wan' – leaves home in the morning to collect fruits from local suppliers around Bota Kiri and Titi Gantung, before making his rounds between 11am and 2pm and staying for 10-20 minutes at each eatery. 'It is mangosteen and rambutan season. The response has been very encouraging: I can sell 40-50kg of fruit a day, with mangosteens priced at RM10 per kg and rambutans at RM9,' he told Bernama. He shared that he had sold fish in his village from 2018 before switching to fruits in 2022 upon realising the demand from customers. Irwani lost his leg in a motorcycle incident in 2015. (Bernama pic) 'People who stop in Bota are often from out of town. So, when they see fruits that can be easily peeled, they tend to buy them,' said Irwani, who earns around RM1,500 a month. Recounting how he lost his right leg in 2015, he revealed that it had happened on the way back to Bota after a kayaking activity in Pasir Salak. 'I was born with a right leg that didn't function properly – it was limp and dangling – and on the way back, I was riding pillion with a friend. Perhaps I was tired, but I didn't realise that my leg had slipped into the rear wheel. 'I was admitted to Manjung Hospital and, on my second day there, I asked the doctor to amputate my leg below the knee because it couldn't be saved.' Despite the incident, Irwani has never lost hope: instead, it has fuelled his determination to keep working and avoid becoming a burden to his family. 'I could rely on the monthly assistance of RM450 I receive from the social welfare department, but that's no reason for me to sit at home and do nothing. We shouldn't let our disabilities be an excuse to remain idle,' he said. Irwani does brisk business by stopping at popular eateries in Bota near Parit, Perak. (Bernama pic) And in spite of his physical limitations, Irwani's ambition remains strong: he actively plays football as part of the national amputee football team Harimau Kudung, under the Malaysian Amputee Football Association (Mafa). 'I've been involved in sports since 2018 and became more active in 2022. I'm currently preparing for the Amputee Football World Cup Qualifiers in Jakarta this November. 'People with disabilities are not only capable of being independent but can also contribute meaningfully to society and the nation. 'Most importantly, never let your limitations become a barrier to success. With effort, prayer, and trust in God, success will come,' he concluded.
