Sports World Highlights: Novak Djokovic Enters His 50th Grand Slam Semi-Final; Hobart Hurricanes Enter BBL 2024-25 Final

Matches on January 21

1. Sri Lanka vs West Indies, Kuala Lumpur (8:00 AM IST)

2. India vs Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur (12:00 PM IST)

Indian superstar Virat Kohli is all set to play his first Ranji Trophy match since 2012 after making himself available for Delhi's fixture against Railways scheduled here from January 30.

Kohli's last Ranji Trophy match was back in November 2012 when Delhi faced Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad.

Sri Lanka skipper Manudi Nanayakkara called it right at the toss and has opted to bat first in Kuala Lumpur against West Indies.

Sri Lanka Women U19 (Playing XI): Sanjana Kavindi, Sumudu Nisansala(w), Dahami Sanethma, Manudi Nanayakkara(c), Hiruni Hansika, Rashmika Sewwandi, Shashini Gimhani, Limansa Thilakarathna, Pramudi Methsara, Aseni Thalagune, Chamodi Praboda

West Indies Women U19 (Playing XI): Asabi Callendar, Samara Ramnath(c), Naijanni Cumberbatch, Jahzara Claxton, Brianna Harricharan, Kenika Cassar, Abigail Bryce, Amrita Ramtahal, Amiah Gilbert, Kristen Sutherland(w), Selena Ross

Spain라이브 바카라 Paula Badosa completed a straight sets 7-5, 6-4 victory against United States’ Coco Gauff on Rod Laver Arena in the quarter-final of the Australian Open 2025. 

Sanju Samson will miss Kerala라이브 바카라 sixth round Ranji Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh, beginning in Thumba on January 23, as he has been included in India squad for the five-match T20I series against England.

Kerala squad: Sachin Baby (captain), Rohan S Kunnummal, Baba Aparajith, Vishnu Vinod, Mohammed Azharuddeen, Akshay Chandran, Shoun Roger, Jalaj Saxena, Salman Nizar, Aditya Sarwate, Basil Thampi, MD Nidheesh, NP Basil, NM Sharafuddeen, EM Sreehari.

The biggest match on Day 10 of the Australian Open 2025 is undoubtedly the quarterfinal showdown between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled to start around 2:45 PM IST. Here is the full lineup of key matches for the day:

Day Session

1. Women's Singles: Paula Badosa [11] vs. Coco Gauff [3] - Finished

2. Men's Singles: Tommy Paul [12] vs. Alexander Zverev [2] - Live

Night Session

1. Women's Singles: Aryna Sabalenka [1] vs. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova [27]

2. Men's Singles: Novak Djokovic [7] vs. Carlos Alcaraz [3]

Alexander Zverev has clinched the first set 7-6 in a hard-fought battle against Tommy Paul. The match, currently underway at Rod Laver Arena, is showcasing top-tier tennis. Paul, seeded 12th, is pushing hard but has committed 19 unforced errors compared to Zverev's 14, allowing the German, seeded 2nd, to capitalize at crucial moments.

In the second set, Paul is leading 1-0 on serve, but Zverev holds a 40:30 advantage in the current game.

Tommy Paul has bounced back strongly in the second set, leading 5-3 against the world number 2. The American has improved his first-serve percentage to 69% and fired 25 winners so far, outpacing Zverev라이브 바카라 10.

Alexander Zverev has now taken a commanding two-set lead over Tommy Paul, winning the second set in a tiebreak 7-6.

Despite Paul hitting 30 winners compared to Zverev's 16, his 40 unforced errors have proved costly, allowing the second seed to maintain control.

Alexander Zverev has taken a 4-0 lead in the fourth set against Tommy Paul.

The German's powerful serve and aggressive baseline play have left Paul struggling to find his rhythm.

Zverev dominated the first two sets, winning both tie-breaks decisively. However, Paul managed to claim the third set, 6-5.

Alexander Zverev defeats Tommy Paul in a thrilling quarter-final at the Australian Open 2025, with a 6-3, 7-6(5), 7-5, 6-2 victory.

The World No. 2 showcased an excellent performance, dominating with 44 winners and a 69% first-serve percentage. Despite Paul라이브 바카라 resilience, who managed 56 winners, Zverev라이브 바카라 consistency proved too much for the American, who also committed 36 unforced errors.

Zverev moves on to the semifinals, where he will look to continue his quest for the first Grand Slam title.

Rohan Bopanna and Zhang Shuai advanced to the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the Australian Open 2025 after receiving a walkover in their second-round match.

They are set to face Olivia Gadecki and John Peers of Australia in the quarters. The match will start at around 12:40 PM IST at the Kia Arena.

The mixed doubles quarter-final has begun and the Indo-Chinese pair of Rohan Bopanna and Zhang Shuai are up against Olivia Gadecki and John Peers. The first set is in progress!

In a solid start, Zhang S. and Bopanna R. dominate Gadecki O. and Peers J. to take the first set 6-3.

Despite some strong resistance, Gadecki and Peers couldn't find their rhythm.

Aryna Sabalenka, the top seed, has started strong, winning the first two games of the opening set.

Pavlyuchenkova is still looking to find her rhythm as Sabalenka dominates the early exchanges in this quarter-final match at Rod Laver Arena.

Set 1: Sabalenka leads 2-1

Current Game: 0-0

In a hard-fought contest at Kia Arena, the duo of Zhang Shuai and Rohan Bopanna fell short against the Australian pair of Olivia Gadecki and John Peers in the mixed doubles quarter-finals.

Despite starting strong and taking the first set 6-2, Bopanna and Shuai couldn’t maintain their momentum, ultimately losing the match 6-2, 4-6, 9-11 in a super tiebreak.

The defending champion Aryna Sabalenka is showcasing her dominance in the opening set, taking it 6-2 against Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.

The world number one was clinical with her first serve, winning crucial points and firing 19 winners in the set.

The highly anticipated quarter-final clash between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz is moments away on Rod Laver Arena.

Fans are eagerly awaiting this epic encounter between the legend and the rising star, with a semi-final berth on the line.

The score is tied at 1-1 in sets, with the deciding third set currently underway.

As the third set unfolds, Pavlyuchenkova leads 2-1, with Sabalenka trying to regain her rhythm.

And, the defending champion Aryna Sabalenka has secured her place in the semi-finals of the 2025 Australian Open, defeating Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-1, 2-6, 6-3.

The top seed battled through a tough second set but regained control in the decider to seal her spot in the final four.

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz have faced each other seven times so far, with Djokovic leading their head-to-head record 4-3.

This includes a notable victory by Djokovic in the gold medal match at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The quarterfinal clash between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz is now underway. The Serbian, ranked 7th, has started strong, leading 2-0 in the first set, with Alcaraz (3rd) trailing.

Follow the live score as this high-stakes encounter continues at the iconic Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne!

The battle is heating up!

The first set is tied at 2-2, with Djokovic holding a slight advantage in the ongoing game at 40-30.

Both players are showing strong serving, with Djokovic maintaining a 71% first serve percentage compared to Alcaraz라이브 바카라 73%.

The play hit a pause as Djokovic takes a medical timeout after some early intense play. Perhaps there's an injury on his foot. Let's hope there is no bad news.

And, Alcaraz takes the first set 6-4.

What an intense match! Novak Djokovic holds a 3-2 lead in the second set. The Serbian has been displaying strong serving with a 73% first serve percentage, but Carlos Alcaraz is not backing down, responding with some powerful shots.

After the Spaniard took the first set 6-4, the second set is proving to be a much closer contest, with the score favouring Nole at 4-3.

Djokovic has maintained a strong first serve percentage at 72%, while Alcaraz is keeping pace with 70%. The match has seen some powerful winners, with Alcaraz currently leading with 24 winners compared to Djokovic라이브 바카라 10.

Djokovic's strong first serve percentage at 71% has given him an edge to take 5-4 lead in the second set, while Alcaraz has struggled with his return game, winning just 29% of first return points.

Both players have been hitting some solid winners, with Alcaraz leading with 26 to Djokovic's 12.

Despite an apparent injury to his left leg, Novak Djokovic battled through to win the second set, leveling the match at 1-1.

The stats are tight, with Nole leading on first serves (72%) and second serves (62%), while Alcaraz has been more aggressive, hitting 29 winners to Djokovic라이브 바카라 17. Both players are evenly matched in total points won, making for a thrilling third set ahead!

Novak Djokovic continues to push forward in the third set, currently leading 3-2 against Carlos Alcaraz.

Both have kept their first serve percentages high, with Djokovic at 70% and Alcaraz at 72%.

However, Alcaraz has been dominant in winners (34 to Djokovic라이브 바카라 23), but Djokovic's solid service game is giving him the edge, particularly with his 63% win rate on second serves. It라이브 바카라 neck and neck!

Djokovic is on the brink of taking control in this thrilling quarterfinal match, now leading 5-3 in the third set against Carlos Alcaraz. But who knows, Carlitos can still bounce back!

Both players have maintained solid first serve percentages, with Djokovic at 71% and Alcaraz at 72%.

However, it라이브 바카라 Djokovic라이브 바카라 dominance in second serve points, winning 65%, that라이브 바카라 given him the edge. Alcaraz has struggled with unforced errors, totaling 31 so far, while Djokovic라이브 바카라 precise game has helped him convert 50% of break points.

And, just like that Novak Djokovic claims the third set 6-3, taking a solid 2-1 lead in the match.

The Serbian, showing remarkable resilience despite little injury, kept his unforced errors to just four.

His serve has been a major weapon, winning 59% of first serve points. Carlos Alcaraz, though explosive with 25 winners, couldn’t capitalize on his break points, converting just 37%.

As they head into the fourth set, Djokovic라이브 바카라 tactical play and consistency remains unbeatable!

The fourth set of the quarterfinal match between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic has taken an interesting turn. The Serbian player needs just one more set to win the match whereas the Spaniard is trying hard to bring himself back into the game. Djokovic is leading the fourth set with 4-2 at the moment.

Novak Djokovic won the fourth set 6-4 to win the quarter-final clash against Carlos Alcaraz in the Australia Open 2025. He will play his 50th Grand Slam semi-final match in the next round.

After losing the first set, Djokovic made a remarkable comeback to win the next three sets 6-4, 6-3 and 6-4 to win the match comfortably.

Chennaiyin FC are up against Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the match week 18 fixture of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25. After 44 minutes in the game, both teams are yet to score in the match.

Aided by Yogendra Bhadoria's quick-fire half-century and a four-wicket haul by Radhika Prasad, India thrashed England by 79 runs to lift the Physically Disabled Champions Trophy in Colombo on Tuesday. According to a PTI report, India posted a fighting 197/4 in 20 overs and then bowled England out for 118. The title clash saw some fine batting from Bhadoria, who dominated the England attack to score 73 runs off just 40 balls, including four boundaries and five sixes at a strike rate of 182.50.

Former England spinner turned broadcaster Alex Hartley has claimed that several senior players gave her the cold shoulder and Sophie Ecclestone even refused a TV interview with her during the ongoing Women's Ashes because she criticised the fitness standards of a few players after their early exit from T20 World Cup. Having gone down in three ODIs and the opening T20, England have already lost the Ashes. According to a PTI report, following England's defeat in the opening T20 on January 20, Hartley said she was ignored by players.

Sonika and Kaitlin Nobbs scored in a penalty shootout to help Odisha Warriors secure a bonus point win in their Women's Hockey India League match against JSW Soorma Hockey Club after both sides failed to score in regulation time in Ranchi on Tuesday. According to a PTI report, After an intense midfield battle across four quarters, the match advanced to shootouts where Sonika and Nobbs scored, while Jocelyn Bartram made four superb saves to give Odisha Warriors a (0-0) 2-0 shootout win.

The match between Chennaiyin FC and the Mohun Bagan Super Giant ended in a draw when both teams failed to score any goal in 98 minutes of play. Marina Machans and The Mariners shared one point each after a goalless draw in the ISL match. Mohun Bagan remained at the top with 37 points whereas Chennaiyin also remained at the 10th place with 18 points. 

According to an AP report, Haas has appointed Laura Mueller as the first female race engineer in Formula 1. Mueller will be working with French driver Esteban Ocon this year, Haas said on Tuesday. Race engineer is a very visible role in F1 since they're on the radio to drivers during races and those messages are broadcast. Haas was seventh in the constructor standings last year and has a new lineup with Ocon and Ollie Bearman.

Chennaiyin FC played out a goalless draw against table-toppers Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the match week 18 fixture of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25. Odisha Warriors defeated Soorma Hockey Club in shoot-out of the Women's HIL. That's all from our side for today. Join us tomorrow for more information. Goodnight and take care!