However, as the Sydney Test progressed, Pant slammed a classy 159 not out when India declared the innings. Pant’s 159 was a way to tell the selectors that the young boy in him has now matured into a man. Two overseas hundreds against tough opponents tell a lot about the character of the young wicketkeeper. At then many pundits felt that Pant can be drafted into the side as a specialist batsman....
To nobody’s surprise, Lamar Jackson is among the 12 selections. The runaway MVP favorite led the voting from fans and was named the starting quarterback for the AFC in what will be his first Pro Bowl appearance. Jackson’s selection ends Baltimore’s 23-year wait for Pro Bowl quarterback and the second-year signal caller is joined by teammates Mark Ingram, Mark Andrews, Patrick Ricard, Marshal Yanda, Marlon Humphrey, Marcus Peters, Earl Thomas, Matthew Judon, Morgan Cox and Justin Tucker....
The U19 World Cup is always a tournament which is much anticipated by cricket fans because it gives a glimpse of the future stars. Many cricketers, who once featured for India in U19 World Cup, went on to have a very illustrious career at the senior level. There is no better example of that than the current Indian skipper Virat Kohli who first came into the limelight in the U19 World Cup in 2008 and broke into the Indian senior squad later that year....
Usually, as Hall of Fame inductees step up to the podium, NFL fans see tears and gratitude in the eyes and words of these legends. They thank every single individual, fans included, for helping them pursue their NFL careers. Jason Whitlock explains what it’s like for NFL fans to watch former athletes give their Hall of Fame speeches. The 2021 class of Hall of Famers took a different route for their speeches....
RELATED: 10 Best Horror Games You Can Play On Steam For Free Also, historically underrepresented communities are getting to tell horror stories of their own. It would not be incorrect to say that horror is in a renaissance at the moment. If these trends continue then the horror genre will gain the same respect that dramas and comedies enjoy. Updated September 29th, 2021 by Russ Boswell: As 2021 ticks on, more and more Horror films are hitting theaters and digital shelves....
With the release of the PS5 in late 2020, the public has been paying close attention to PlayStation as they eagerly wait to see what new exclusives will grace the platform. Fortunately, while some releases were not too well received, the majority of them were stellar titles. Taking a look back at 2021, it is clear that PlayStation has offered many quality exclusives with enough variety to please most gaming communities....
The temperature across the contiguous U.S. averaged 54.5 degrees Fahrenheit—2.5 degrees higher than the 20th Century average—in 2021. The year also set a record for the warmest recorded December, when temperatures averaged 39.3 degrees Fahrenheit, breaking a record previously set in 2015, according to a report released Monday by the National Centers for Environmental Information. The rising temperatures were paired with a number of billion-dollar natural disasters related to the weather and climate throughout 2021....
The five-passenger Cadillac XT4 debuted at the 2018 New York Auto Show and saw its best sales in its first full year on sale. They have waned by two-thirds through 2021, but have climbed back in 2022. What it continues to have is a little Cadillac charm that can’t be replicated by other automakers, though the brand is a long way from the cushy land yachts of the past....
Let’s take a look at the NBA Draft odds to see how everything has shifted with under two weeks remaining. As more draft-related props become available, like “exact order,” individual player over/unders, or odds for later picks in the first round, we’ll dive into those, too! All odds listed are from DraftKings 2022 NBA Draft odds, best bets for top-five picks No. 1 Pick (Orlando Magic): Jabari Smith, PF/C, Auburn (-450)...
And 2022’s procession should be all the more special following from last year’s cancellation due to coronavirus; the first time such a pause has occurred since World War II. Read on to discover everything you need to know about the floral float-filled festivities taking place this New Year’s Day. What Is The Rose Parade? The earliest of the events, known officially as the Tournament of Roses, witnessed floats filled with orange-blossom-bedecked, horse-drawn carriages wowing crowds in 1890....
2022 Toyota GR 86 The 2022 Toyota GR 86 is a next-generation design building off the platform that the Japanese automaker co-designed with Subaru, which uses the architecture for its BRZ coupe. It features styling that is similar to the current Toyota 86 but with modern flare like standard LED headlights, and new exterior color options that help it stand out in a crowd. The model was initially shown wearing a Track bRed paint job....
The Toyota Sienna was a late arrival to the minivan scene, landing in North America as a 1998 model. Last year marked the beginning of the fourth generation of Sienna, which brought a sole hybrid powertrain and the option of all-wheel drive, a boon to minivan drivers in northern states. The biggest change for 2022 was the addition of the Woodlands Special Edition, which comes with equipment for traveling a little farther off road than a standard minivan....
A lot of pressure is on players’ shoulders to perform at their very best then during the tournament in an effort to bring home the trophy to their respective nations. Here in this article, we’re tracking the leaders in each of the most important stats during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Stats correct as of December 14 after semi-final conclusion. Who has scored the most goals at the 2022 World Cup?...
“The new Corvette Z06 defines the American supercar,” said General Motors President Mark Reuss. “It builds on the distinctive design and groundbreaking dynamics introduced with the mid-engine Corvette and elevates them to deliver refined but uncompromising track capability with world-class performance.” The new Corvette Z06 builds on the foundation of the Corvette Stingray. It shares a chassis with the Corvette Racing C8.R. Front and rear fascias are unique to the model and maximize the engine’s cooling needs....
He then went over the departure of both Buddy Murphy and Cedric Alexander, with the Juggernaut jumping to SmackDown Live while the Soul of 205 Live became the Soul of Monday Nights. However, Gulak finished his State of the Roster address by revealing that he would face his former pupil, Humberto Carrillo tonight. Gulak said that taking out the young upstart is the first step in making a better 205 Live, as he looks to win the Cruiserweight Championship himself....
On first viewing, film fans might not pick up on all the intricate details, but that’s not to say they’re not there. If really scrutinised, plenty of intriguing details come to light—from family members slipped into the cast, to allusions left in by animators, to foreign phrases with hidden meanings. Here’s our rundown of boggling trivia from movie blockbusters that you may have missed. 1. Forest Gump (1994) Tom Hanks had trouble mastering Forrest Gump’s Southern drawl for this epic drama film....
Thursday’s report by the Department of Labor was released as many GOP governors announced their plans to end the benefits. Business executives and Republicans have accused the unemployment benefit of preventing unemployed people from finding jobs. The GOP-led states will begin the federal aid cutoffs in June, according to an analysis done by the Associated Press. The following are pulling out of the $300-a-week federal unemployment benefit, according to Insider: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Alaska, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia and Wyoming....
According to press release issued by the Washington State Department of Agriculture, the department “received confirmation yesterday of a test showing evidence of exposure to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.” The press release noted that the group of dogs were sampled in the COVID-19 and Pets Study, which was conducted by the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at Washington State University’s Center for One Health Research. “In all, 23 samples tested positive for antibodies to SARS-CoV-2, and while these are the first cases of a pet testing positive in Washington, they are not the first in the U....
Amid the experimentation, the U.S. fell short in a pair of invitationals on home soil — finishing in last place as France won the SheBelieves Cup before seeing Australia triumph at the Tournament of Nations. As U.S. coach Jill Ellis toyed with various formations and personnel while expanding the player pool, those setbacks came with the benefit of the doubt. “I’ve been really pleased that this window of time has enabled us to examine everything about this team and how to build on the strengths of our players,” Ellis said....
Al Rayyan (Qatar) will face Foolad Mahan (Iran) in the final of the ongoing 24th FIBA Asia Champions Cup at Amman, Jordan. In the first semi-final of the championship, Al Rayyan (Qatar) defeated ASU (Jordan) 71-67 to enter the final. Al Rayyan took the first quarter 14-10 while they were up by 33-29 at the halftime break. After the break, ASU took the third quarter 18-16 but Al Rayyan took the last quarter 22-20 to seal victory....
