Marlon Samuels has been handed a six-year ban from all forms of cricket by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The former West Indies batsman faced charges in September 2021 related to violations of the Emirates Cricket Board's (ECB) anti-corruption code. An independent anti-corruption tribunal conducted by the UAE Cricket Board found Samuels guilty, leading to the ICC imposing the six-year ban, effective from November 11, 2023.
Barcelona faced a spirited contest in the Spanish Copa del Rey 'Round of 32', securing a 3-2 victory against fourth-division side Barbastro. Despite taking an early lead with goals from Fermin Lopez and Rafinha, Barbastro's Adria de Mesa narrowed the gap. A late penalty by substitute Robert Lewandowski secured the win for Barcelona, as Barbastro managed another goal in the dying moments.
Barcelona took the lead with the ball hitting the net twice in a short period of time early on. Their strong position was shaken as Napoli reduced the gap before the break. Robert Lewandowski put the Catalans to rest at the end of a counter-attacking contest. After four years, Javi Hernandez's disciples confirmed the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.
Virat Kohli scored 316 runs in 5 matches in this year's IPL. He scored a century against Rajasthan Royals yesterday. However, Kohli made an unexpected record in yesterday's century. Kohli's 67-ball 100 is jointly the slowest century in IPL history. The previous record of 67 balls to reach three figures was held by Manish Pandey in 2009 IPL for Bengaluru.
The last years of the injured Sophie Molyneux were difficult. A severe ACL injury sidelined him for an extended period. He also lost the board contract two years ago. He returned to the team again with Australia's tour of Bangladesh. The 26-year-old left-arm spinner was again signed by Cricket Australia after showing glimpses of his skills
