CRICKET / They have been discplined, says bowling coach Prasad
Pacemen set the tone When India embarked on their tour of England a little over a month ago, the inexperience of their pace bowlers was perceived to be a major hindrance to their ambitions of making a mark in Old Blighty.
Zaheer climbs seven places to 12th spot Zaheer Khans match-winning nine-wicket haul in the second Test against England has taken him seven places up to 12th spot in the latest LG ICC Test ranking for bowlers.
Ref Madugalle to speak to captains Taking a tough stand on the poor on-field behaviour of players during the second Test between India and England, Match Referee Ranjan Madugalle will have a word with the captains of both the sides before the third and final Test at the Oval next week.
Sania scores in emotional battle of peers Sania Mirza pulled off an impressive 6-3, 4-6, 6-2 win over 12th seed and doubles partner Shahar Peer of Israel to advance to the second round of the WTA Acura Classic here.
Rudra Pratap Singh, celebrating the dismissal of Matt Prior in the second innings of the second Test, was outstanding in his support of senior pro Zaheer Khan. AP
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