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South Africa A’s bowlers set up a comfortable six-wicket win with over six overs to spare at Senwes Park on Wednesday, to take an unassailable 2-1 lead against Bangladesh A

ESPNcricinfo staff27-Apr-2011
Scorecard and ball-by-ball detailsSouth Africa A’s bowlers set up a comfortable six-wicket win with over six overs to spare at Senwes Park on Wednesday, to take an unassailable 2-1 lead against Bangladesh A.Winning the toss and bowling first, the hosts blitzed the visitors’ top order to reduce them to 88 for 6. Ethy Mbhalati and Kyle Abbott picked up two wickets each, while the rest of the attack maintained the pressure. Yet, Nadif Chowdhury and Nasir Hossain pulled their team out of the muck, with a 103-run stand as Bangladesh A finished with 218.Loots Bosman and Jacques Rudolph began the chase well, adding 44 in quick time before the hosts lost three quick wickets. Dean Elgar and Imran Khan calmed the nerves though, with a 78-run stand, before Vaughn van Jaarsveld upped the scoring-rate to take his side home in the 44th over. Imran finished with an unbeaten 58 off 84 balls with five fours.

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Líder do Grupo 8 da Libertadores, o Palmeiras tenta manter os 100% de aproveitamento nesta quarta-feira, às 21h45, diante do principal rival da chave: o Boca Juniors (ARG). O jogo é válido pela terceira rodada e acontece no Allianz Parque, onde o Verdão perdeu a final do Paulista para o Corinthians, domingo. Em relação ao Dérbi, o time deve ter apenas a volta de Felipe Melo, enquanto os argentinos vão para o confronto com Tevez no banco de reservas. Veja abaixo as principais informações do duelo:

Local: Allianz Parque, em São Paulo (SP)
Data/horário: 11/4/2018 – 21h45 (de Brasília)
​Árbitro: Andrés Cunha (Uruguai)
Assistentes: Nicolas Taran e Mauricio Espinosa (ambos do Uruguai)
Onde acompanhar: Globo, Sportv e tempo real do LANCE!
Parcial de ingressos: 33 mil ingressos vendidos

PALMEIRAS (Técnico: Roger Machado)

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Desfalques do Palmeiras: Não há.

Boca Juniors:Rossi, Jara, Goltz, Magallán e Fabra; Barrios e Pablo Pérez; Reynoso, Cardona e Pavón; Abila. Técnico:Guillermo Barros Schelotto
Desfalques do Boca:Nahitan Nandez (suspenso), Gago (lesionado) eBenedetto (lesionado)

PALPITES: Na redação do LANCE!, 40% dos jornalistas consultados creem na vitória do Palmeiras, enquanto 30% apostam em um empate, e outros 30% creem na vitória do Boca Juniors.

West Ham United have reportedly emerged as ‘favourites’ to sign Blackburn Rovers star Ben Brereton Diaz during the upcoming transfer window, according to a Spanish source.

The Lowdown: Almost a free agent

The 23-year-old first joined the Championship outfit on loan from Nottingham Forest back in the summer of 2018, and after a successful spell, ended up putting pen to paper on a permanent deal at Ewood Park in January of the following year.

The striker has been consistently linked with a move away from the Blue and Whites as a result of his contract expiring at the end of the season, which will make him a free agent to any potential suitors, and there appears to be interest being ignited from multiple clubs across Europe.

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The Latest: West Ham leading the race

According to the Spanish press (via Sport Witness), it’s claimed that Sevilla are ‘keen’ on a move for Brereton Diaz, but the Irons are believed to be ‘favourites’ ahead of their competitors in the race for his signature.

The report further states that the option to extend, the costs of a deal, and the level of wages available would ‘benefit’ West Ham, which could be seen as an advantage in the battle for his services.

The Verdict: Goal machine

The £9m-rated forward has been in some seriously impressive form for Rovers this season, having netted 22 goals and provided three assists in just 39 appearances across all competitions, as per Transfermarkt.

Such form has seen the Stoke-born predator receive high praise from his manager Tony Mowbray, who dubbed his standout goal-getter an “extraordinary” talent, with his performances being rewarded through a surprise international call-up for Chile.

He has now become a star for his country too, with four goals in 11 caps, and perhaps the deciding factor could be that he needs to play for a club where he’s going to get guaranteed game time to cement his place in Chile’s starting XI in years to come.

In other news… a Sky Sports pundit has reacted to some huge news surrounding one of West Ham’s summer transfer targets.

Andrew Symonds appears to have played his last game for Queensland, after deciding against taking part in this summer’s Big Bash

ESPNcricinfo staff17-Dec-2010Andrew Symonds appears to have played his last game for Queensland, after deciding against taking part in this summer’s Big Bash. Symonds, 35, has advised the Bulls he won’t be turning out in the Twenty20 tournament this season after he scored 88 runs in six outings during the previous campaign.”Andrew is living in north Queensland and is in the process of purchasing a farm,” the Queensland Cricket CEO, Graham Dixon, said. “He was pretty up-front with us that he was moving in a direction that didn’t involve playing cricket again for Queensland.”We told him that he goes into this phase of his life with our blessings and best wishes. He doesn’t owe Queensland Cricket anything and we have been privileged to enjoy the benefit of his skills and his passion for Queensland during his career. Our door is always open to him and I am sure he will continue to keep close ties with us.”Queensland will have a new-look outfit for the Big Bash this summer, with Darren Lehmann having taken over the Twenty20 coaching role after Trevor Barsby resigned. Michael Lumb, the England player, will join the Bulls on Saturday after signing as an overseas recruit for the Big Bash.

Celtic favourite John Hartson has backed Kyogo Furuhashi to return to the starting lineup for the Scottish Cup semi-final clash against Rangers at Hampden Park. 

The lowdown: Left out at Ibrox

The 27-year-old forward has been a huge absentee for the Bhoys, having missed 30 games this season with knee and more recently hamstring issues.

However, the Japanese ace made a welcome return to the fold in the second half of the 7-0 demolition of St Johnstone at Celtic Park last weekend. Kyogo was actually fit for the Old Firm win at Ibrox two weeks ago, but was left out as the manager did not feel he was needed.

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Now, as another Old Firm showdown looms large, the Japan international could be back in contention to be named amongst Ange Postecoglou’s starting XI from the outset.

The latest: Hartson calls for Kyogo

Speaking on The Go Radio Football Show, as relayed by the Daily Record, Hartson is adamant that Kyogo should feature if Giorgos Giakoumakis is deemed unfit.

The former Wales and 50-goal Hoops frontman said: “The back four will stay the same and I think the midfield will remain the same.

“The only one for me will be O’Riley or Hatate. Then it’ll be Maeda, Jota, and if Giakoumakis isn’t fit, then I see Kyogo starting.

“Why wouldn’t he start him? I think he’ll be dying to get back on the scoresheet.

“He’s such an enthusiastic and quality player. What an impact he made before he got injured.”

The verdict: Spot on

Having finally made a successful comeback there appears to be little reason not to include the 12-cap ace from the start, particularly should Giakoumakis miss out.

After almost four months out it’s unlikely Kyogo will be able to complete 90 minutes but it’s impossible to ignore the Japanese star’s quality.

Prior to coming off injured on Boxing Day, the versatile attacker had scored 16 times and provided five assists in 27 appearances across all competitions this season and will be a welcome addition back into Postecoglou’s squad for the semi-final and beyond.

In other news, pundit pinpoints key Celtic advantage in SPFL title race. Find out more here.

Former Wolves loanee Vitinha didn’t enjoy much success at Molineux last season, as the midfielder was subject to just 22 appearances for the West Midlands club under former manager Nuno Espirito Santo.

The Portuguese youngster failed to impress during an underwhelming campaign as the Black Country outfit finished 13th in the Premier League.

However, upon his arrival at Wolves, the midfielder was showered with praise by executive chairman Jeff Shi, who said:

“Vitinha is a crucial signing and an integral component in our recruitment plan for this summer. He is an exciting and special young talent, with an abundance of technique and creativity.”

Having struggled to make a positive impact for Wolves, the English side refused to take up their £16m option to buy and the 22-year-old subsequently returned to his parent club, FC Porto.

However, the West Midlands outfit may be kicking themselves with Vitinha now starring for the Portuguese juggernaut.

The midfielder has made 40 appearances across all competitions this season for Porto, with six of those coming in the Champions League as the youngster featured in all of his side’s group games before dropping down to the Europa League.

After a slow start to the season where the Portuguese starlet had to prove himself to manager Sergio Conceicao, patience has paid off with the 22-year-old starting 22 of Porto’s 29 league games this term.

Although the quality of the Portuguese top-flight is lower than that of the Premier League, Vitinha has certainly come a long way in a short period of time, with his market value also proving a good indicator of his progress.

When the midfielder made the move to Molineux, he was worth just £4.5m, according to Transfermarkt.

Having registered just one goal and one assist in an underwhelming season, the 22-year-old didn’t see much of an rise in his valuation, with a £1.8m increase.

However, fast forward almost a year and the Portuguese is Porto’s second-most valuable player behind Otavio with a market value of a whopping £21.6m.

Wolves will almost certainly be in the market for a new midfielder this summer with Joao Moutinho’s contract expiring in the summer, while Ruben Neves has been heavily linked with a move away – with Manchester United seemingly the front runners.

Therefore, by paying the £16m for Vitinha, not only could Wolves have secured a future profit but also a long-term successor to Moutinho, which would’ve allowed for recruitment of top quality in other positions to be pursued instead.

Granted, there were little signs from Vitinha that suggested he would be a revelation in a Wolves shirt, however, under new management in Bruno Lage, it would’ve certainly been worth a punt to see if the midfielder could turn around his fortunes at Molineux.

AND in other news: Lage could unearth Wolves’ next £100m talent as Fosun plot offer for 19-year-old “missile”

The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has sought an explanation from fast bowler Sreesanth, who represents the state, after he had reportedly criticised it

Cricinfo staff25-Jul-2010The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has sought an explanation from fast bowler Sreesanth, who represents the state, after he had reportedly criticised it. Sreesanth has been warned of disciplinary action in the event of a repetition.”If Sreesanth repeats such things in future, the body has authorised the office bearers to take an appropriate action immediately,” KCA secretary TC Mathew told reporters.The uncertainty over Sreesanth’s availability had prompted the KCA to replace him as captain of the state side for the Ranji Trophy, though he was named in the 25-man list of probables for the Indian domestic season. Sreesanth had then suggested that he was considering playing for a different state side, but confirmed this month that he would stick with Kerala.

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Dois sócios do Vasco, Paulo Martins Pereira e Ângelo Leite Horto, que são da chapa ‘Reconstruindo o Vasco’, de Eurico Miranda, entraram com nova ação pedindo a validação dos votos da urna 7 da eleição do clube que ocorreu no dia 7 de novembro, em São Januário. O processo estána 17ª Vara Cível do Tribunal de Justiça do Rio de Janeiro.

A ação pede que os 475 votos da urna 7 sejam validados. No texto, os autores alegam que comprovou a regularidades destes sócios com documentos e testemunhas.

O documento tem um capítulo ‘distribuição por prevenção’, em que eles alegam que a primeira ação da eleição do Vasco foi da 17ª Vara Cível do Tribunal de Justiça do Rio de Janeiro e não da 52ª, da juíza Maria Cecília Pinto Gonçalves.Vale lembrar que já houve um pedido do Eurico Miranda via Vasco para tirar a ação da 52ª Vara e ir para a 17ª – o que foi indeferido pela relatora Márcia Ferreira Alvarenga.

Os autores da ação, no documento protocolado na 17ª Vara, admitem que são integrantes da chapa de Eurico Miranda e se dizem eleitos presidente e vice da Assembleia Geral do Vasco.

No início do tópico ‘direito fundamental’, eles pedem a validade dos votos na urna 7 dizendo que os sócios votaram nela ‘por determinação do incompetente juízo da 52ª Vara Cível”.Depoimentos dos sócios que foram a delegacia e Tata da Granja foram citados no documento. Nomes de 150 sócios que teriam enviado vídeo ao Vasco pedindo a validação da urna 7 foram citados também.

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Newcastle United could make another attempt to sign Jesse Lingard when he becomes a free agent this summer, according to Sky Sports News’ Pete Graves. 

The lowdown

Newcastle tried to sign the 29-year-old on January’s transfer deadline day, only for Manchester United to block the move. The Magpies had offered to stump up a loan fee, cover the entirety of the player’s £75,000-per-week wages and pay a survival bonus, but to no avail.

Man United appear to have missed their last opportunity to cash in on Lingard, whose contract expires in June, after he had been one of countless reported targets for PIF and Newcastle last month.

The latest

Graves took to Twitter on Monday evening to announce that any hopes Newcastle had of signing Lingard before the 11pm deadline were extinguished, but he added that there is a possibility of the Magpies revisiting their interest during next summer’s transfer window.

The journalist tweeted: “Jesse Lingard to #nufc is OFF. #mufc told him he won’t be allowed to leave. Understand he’s extremely disappointed. Newcastle had offered loan fee, full wages and a survival bonus. He will leave for a free in the summer. Expect Newcastle, West Ham and Spurs to all be in for him.”

The verdict

Keeping Lingard at Old Trafford feels like a tremendous waste of talent. The 29-year-old is clearly well down the pecking order, having only played 88 minutes of Premier League football this season, and Man United are seemingly going to lose their £18m-rated asset for nothing in the summer.

They really ought to have sold him last year off the back of his dazzling loan spell at West Ham, where he scored nine goals and provided five assists in 16 games.

Newcastle may be frustrated to have missed out this time, but they could ultimately be the beneficiaries of the Red Devils’ questionable decision-making if they can land Lingard on a free transfer in a few months’ time.

In other news, Newcastle held talks over this Belgian star on Monday

A disciplined bowling performance, followed by half-centuries from Mohammad Hafeez and Shahzaib Hasan, helped Pakistan A beat Pakistan by seven wickets at the Gaddafi Stadium to win the Pakistan Day Twenty20 Challenge.Hours after securing victory against the Under-19 side, Pakistan A’s bowlers made inroads into the senior team’s line-up, hampering their momentum after they had chosen to bat. A 65-run association for the second wicket was Pakistan’s best partnership and they slid from 83 for 1 after 11 overs to 151 for 6. Abdur Rehman was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 for 18 in four overs, while Mohammad Sami claimed 1 for 23. Khalid Latif, who was Hafeez’s solitary wicket, was the innings’ top scorer with 41.Pakistan A lost Imran Farat, who had scored a century in the first game, cheaply during the chase but were steadied by a 90-run partnership for the second wicket between Hafeez and Shahzaib Hasan. Hafeez was dismissed for 55 and Hasan Raza fell shortly after, with the score on 118 for 3, but Shahzaib Hasan remained unbeaten on 67 to see his side through to the target.Imran Farhat blitzed his way to a 56-ball 103 that lifted Pakistan A to 194, a score that proved 33 runs too many for Pakistan Under-19s, in the opening game of the Pakistan Day challenge trophy, in Lahore. Pakistan A were unstoppable after winning the toss, with Farhat and his captain Mohammad Hafeez putting the Under-19 attack to the sword. They added a mammoth 159 in 15.5 overs, before Ahmed Shahzad finally managed to dislodge Hafeez for a 45-ball 59. Three late wickets ensured that Pakistan A could not reach 200, but thanks to Farhat they already had a monumental score. He spanked 14 fours and 3 sixes, and Usman Qadir who went for 43 in three overs was the main sufferer.Shehzad ensured that the youngsters gave the A side a fight, with a 51-ball 88 that included half-a-dozen sixes and fours each. But, Mohammad Sami returned commendable figures of 3 for 26 to ensure that Shehzad did not have any support from the other end. The Under-19s eventually finished at 161 for 6.