Sanju Samson delivered under pressure when it mattered most, coach Gautam Gambhir said, praising the wicket-keeper batter for his pivotal role in securing India’s semi-final spot in the Twenty20 World Cup. Samson’s unbeaten knock of 97 guided India to a crucial chase of 196 against the West Indies, sealing victory with four balls to spare in a must-win game on Sunday. “He’s a world-class player, we all know how good a player Sanju is,” Gambhir told reporters after the game. “It was all about backing him. When the team needed him the most – obviously today was the day -…
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The Iran conflict killed one Chinese citizen in Tehran, the capital, while more than 3,000 were evacuated, China’s foreign ministry said on Monday, as its embassies and consulates in nearby countries swung into action to help the affected. Attacks by the United States and Israel from Saturday killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, provoking retaliatory Iranian strikes on Israel and other countries, including Gulf nations hosting US military bases. Work groups set up by Chinese embassies and consulates in neighbouring countries will receive and assist those evacuated, ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told a regular press briefing, but did not say…
Bangladesh’s state-owned flag carrier “MV Banglar Joyjatra” has been left stranded at the Port of Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. On Monday, Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC) Managing Director M Mahmudul Malek told bdnews24.com that the vessel is currently berthed at the port’s jetty. He said the crew were advised to remain cautious and stay safe. “All sailors on board are safe and are maintaining regular contact with their family members.” Unloading operations from the ship have been halted amid rising regional tension. The vessel, owned by the BSC, has 31…