Italian Open: Alcaraz, Sinner drawn on opposite sides as World no.1 returns after suspension

IANS | May 5, 2025 5:24 PM

Rome, May 5 (IANS) World No. 1 Jannik Sinner will open against Mariano Navone or wild card Federico Cina at the clay-court ATP Masters 1000 Italian Open, following Monday’s draw ceremony in Rome. The 23-year-old will be playing just his second tournament of the year, after winning the Australian Open in January, and his first since completing three months of ineligibility in a case resolution agreement with WADA.

IPL 2025: Being able to change wet ball is a big plus, says SRH pacer Mohammed Shami

IANS | May 5, 2025 4:54 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) India and Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Mohammed Shami has hailed the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) decision to reverse the saliva ban and allow replacement of the wet ball in the second innings to counter dew in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The veteran pacer feels that it is a big boost for making the game balance for both batters and bowlers.