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NDTV
6 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
West Indies Coach Meets Match Referee Javagal Srinath As Umpiring Controversy Heats Up
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has voiced his concerns over the performance of TV umpire Adrian Holdstock during the first Test against Australia in Barbados, following a series of contentious review decisions on Day 2, as per ESPNcricinfo. Sammy reportedly met with match referee Javagal Srinath after the day's play to seek clarification regarding multiple decisions that didn't go in the West Indies' favour. He also expressed his concerns about Holdstock's officiating during the recent ODI series in England, where the South African umpire served as TV umpire in two games and stood on the field in another. Two key moments on the second day left the West Indies camp frustrated. The first was the dismissal of captain Roston Chase, adjudged lbw to Pat Cummins, despite what West Indies believed was clear evidence of an inside edge. The second was the wicket of Shai Hope, who was caught behind by Alex Carey off Beau Webster. The catch was deemed clean after a review by the third umpire. "We are just trying to find some sort of understanding as to what the process is," Sammy said, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo. "We only hope for consistency. That's all we could ask for. When there is doubt in something, just be consistent across the board," he added. "I have noticed, especially with this particular umpire, it's something that for me started in England. It's frustrating. I just ask for consistency in the decision-making," he noted. "Yeah, look, you don't want to get yourself in a situation where you're wondering about certain umpires. Is there something against this team? But when you see decision after decision, then it raises the question. I know he's here for the series. You don't want to go in a Test match having that doubt," Sammy said. "So I want to have that conversation as to the process... so we could be all clear. Because, at the end of the day, you don't want to be going into a Test match not trusting the umpires. And that's not what our team is about. So we're just looking for some clarity as to the decisions," he noted. "You'll have to wait and see for that," when Sammy was asked whether West Indies would be lodging a formal complaint, he said. Speaking on Chase's dismissal, which came just after lunch, breaking a 67-run partnership with Hope, Sammy said, "In our opinion, we saw the ball deviated onto the pad." While Sammy didn't explicitly dispute the decision on Hope's dismissal, he referenced a similar incident from the previous day, when a catch taken by Hope to dismiss Travis Head was ruled not to have carried. "I'm just saying, judge what you see," Sammy said, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo. "If you see the same thing and one is not out, there is even more doubt on the other one than you give it out. Again, I don't know what he's seen but from the images that we've seen, the decisions are not fair enough for both teams. We're all humans. Mistakes will be made. I just want fairness," he added. Australia also had their share of discontent. In the first over of Day 2, they reviewed an lbw call against Chase, convinced the ball had struck the pad first. While initial replays seemed to support their claim, Holdstock judged there was insufficient evidence to overturn the on-field decision. Fast bowler Mitchell Starc later questioned whether the visuals and audio in the replays were correctly synced. "There's been some interesting ones," Starc said, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo. "Obviously, a couple more have gone against the West Indies than us. One for us (against Chase) looked like there was a gap between the bat and the ball, it cost us 40-odd runs, but then a contentious one to then get the wicket," he added. "As players, you can only ask a question. We don't use the technology to make that decision. It sort of felt like, or looked like, that the Snicko and the images were out of sync to some capacity," he noted. Starc also maintained that Head's edge to Hope on the opening day looked out to them. Sammy, mindful of the protocols surrounding criticism of officials, revealed that he had instructed his players not to comment publicly on the decisions after the game. "We know the rules. We know fines going all across the board," he said, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo. "I don't want them to focus on that. Yes, we're kind of shooting ourselves in the foot by dropping so many catches, but look at the Test match (us) against our own selves, some of these decisions, and we're still in a position to win," he noted.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Sexologist reveals no 1 'most destructive' sex related myth you should stop believing, warns against ‘extra time condom'
Jun 27, 2025 10:44 AM IST Sex myths can be prevalent and persistent, influencing our perceptions and experiences. In the June 26 episode of Figuring Out With Raj Shamani, Dr Sankalp Kumar Jain, certified sexologist and founder of AskDrJain, Arunveda, ErectiCare Pro and Fertimacy, debunked some common misconceptions. He also shared his insights into sexual health, performance concerns, and the misconceptions that surround intimacy. Also read | World Sexual Health Day 2024: Experts debunk myths surrounding STIs and sexual health Have you heard of 'extra time condoms'? Here's what a sexologist said against them. (Freepik) Asked about 'the most destructive belief people have about sex' in India, Dr Jain said, 'That we can have sex non-stop for 30 minutes like we see in porn videos. All the penises you see in porn videos are injected with papaverine. If you do the same thing, it will be erected for 1 hour or two hour... there are also those 'extra time condoms' and the lubricant in them contains numbing agents. They are making your organ go numb and therefore giving you extra time.' What is average time for good sex? Further asked 'what is average time for good sex', Dr Jain added, 'At least 15 to 20 minutes of penetrative sex for around 40 to 50 strokes. It is put in three categories – foreplay, roleplay and rounds.' No matter how many partners you have right now or how long you've been with one person, safer sex should always be a top focus. In a 2023 interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ritu Hinduja, fertility consultant at Nova IVF Fertility in Mumbai, shared how you can take charge of your sexual health right now with her eight tips. When it comes to your sexual health, it's crucial that you and your partner be on the same page. Click here to know what Dr Hinduja suggested. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition. Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crick-it, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Quizzes, Polls & much more. Explore now!. Catch your daily dose of Fashion, Taylor Swift, Health, Festivals, Travel, Relationship, Recipe and all the other Latest Lifestyle News on Hindustan Times Website and APPs.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
SL vs BAN, 2nd Test: Sri Lankan bowlers restrict Bangladesh to 220 for eight at stumps on Day 1
Debutant spinner Sonal Dinusha and fast bowlers Vishwa Fernando and Asitha Fernando took two wickets each to help Sri Lanka limit Bangladesh to 220 for eight at stumps on the opening day of the second cricket Test on Wednesday. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to bat first at the Singhalese Sports Club. The visitor endured a nervous start, losing its first wicket with the total on five. Opening batter Anamul Haque failed to capitalize on a reprieve when Sri Lankan wicketkeeper Kusal Mendis dropped him off fast bowler Asitha Fernando. But he was soon out by the same bowler after a few deliveries without scoring. Mominul Haque and Shadman Islam shared a promising partnership of 38 runs, but Sri Lankan captain Dhananjaya de Silva removed Mominul (21), caught by substitute fielder Pawan Rathnayake. This left the visitors 71 for two at lunch. Sri Lanka took two quick wickets after lunch as Fernando had Shanto, who scored centuries in each innings in the first Test in Galle, caught behind by Mendis for eight. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG: Rishabh Pant reinventing Test batting, says Greg Chappell Off-spinner Tharindu Rathnayake then had Shadman caught by de Silva for 46, the highest score of the innings so far, leaving Bangladesh four down for 76. Sri Lanka missed out on another wicket when Lahiru Udara dropped Mushfiqur Rahim in the deep on eight. Rahim and Litton Das shared 67 runs for the fifth wicket and steadied Bangladesh's innings. Das edged a catch to Mendis and Vishwa Fernando didn't miss out on a second chance given by Rahim in the deep. Allrounder Dinusha, who is 24, made his Test debut for Sri Lanka after the retirement of senior allrounder Angelo Mathews after the first Test and had bowling figures of 2-22. Dinusha has scored 2,478 runs playing in 48 first-class matches and averaging more than 40 runs per innings. He has also taken 99 first-class wickets. Fast bowler Milan Rathnayake was left out of the lineup because of injury, and left-arm paceman Vishwa Fernando has taken his place. Bangladesh allrounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who missed the first Test due to an injury, returned in the place of Jaker Ali. A long rain stoppage meant only 71 overs were bowled on the opening day and on Day 2 the match will start 15 minutes early. The first Test, played in Galle, ended in a draw.
The Hindu
24-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Australia's Usman Khawaja ready to be a mentor for teenager Sam Konstas
Experienced Australia batter Usman Khawaja said he is ready to guide 19-year-old Sam Konstas through his journey as a Test opener as the pair prepare to walk out onto the pitch together for the first match against West Indies in Bridgetown. Konstas has been drafted in to replace Marnus Labuschagne, who opened in the World Test Championship final alongside Khawaja but failed to impress as Australia lost to South Africa by five wickets. 'It's an added role. To help Sammy along through his journey, trying to impart as much knowledge as I can. I won't be around forever,' Khawaja told reporters ahead of the match beginning on Wednesday. 'But it's very important that I can do whatever I can. Obviously, first and foremost, have a solid partnership between us, then a bit of stability at the top, and also guide him through this journey (sic). 'He's still very young; he's a 19-year-old boy, and it's quite exciting. There's obviously this series and then a big Ashes coming up.' READ: ENG vs IND, 1st Test Day 4: Rahul, Pant hundreds help India post 371-run target for England While Konstas will be eager to prove himself, the three-Test series will also give Khawaja another opportunity to quash any doubts about his ability to handle seam bowling. The 38-year-old struggled against South Africa, departing for a duck in the first innings and scoring just six runs in his second, losing his wicket on both occasions to fast bowler Kagiso Rabada. 'I can't understand how I can (have a problem against seam bowling) if I can score so many runs in Shield cricket or be the highest run-scorer for Australia in the WTC cycle,' Khawaja said. 'I open the batting for Australia. So I get out to seam more than I get out to anything else ... I understand I'm 38 years old. People will be looking for an excuse.'
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
India vs England Test: 'Itna tameez se khelne ke chakkar mein ... ': Rishabh Pant's complaint to KL Rahul caught on stump mic
NEW DELHI: Known for his aggressive and attacking style of batting, was asked to stay calm and go defensive against England's bowling attack on Day 4 of the first Test at Headingley Stadium in Leeds on Monday. During the first session, Pant was heard saying something to , who was at the non-striker's end — and it was picked up by the stump mic. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Paki hui waali ball. Itna tameez se khelne ke chakkar mein chuth rahi hai," Pant said. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Pant, who had scored a brilliant century in the first innings, was also caught talking to himself in Hindi on the stump mic. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter, appearing slightly rushed in this innings, was heard telling himself to calm down and avoid taking unnecessary risks. "Waise zaruri nahi hai (It is not important). Maarna hai to seedha lag jayega na next ball (If you want to hit, do it with a straight bat next ball). Zabardasti try kar raha hai (Why are you trying to score forcefully)," Pant was caught saying. At the other end, KL Rahul put on a masterclass in timing and composure as India reached 153 for three at lunch on Day 4. Rahul looked solid at 72 off 157 balls, while Pant was unbeaten on 31 off 59 deliveries. India added 63 runs in the session, losing just one wicket, and extended their overall lead to 159 runs. Greenstone Lobo predicts winner of IND vs ENG series | Who Has the Astrological Edge? India, who began the day with a 96-run lead, suffered an early blow when skipper was dismissed just seven balls into the morning session. Gill, coming off a magnificent century in the first innings, chopped on a good-length delivery from Brydon Carse. Rooted to the crease, Gill was cramped for room as the ball crashed into his stumps. Dejected, the Indian captain stared at the spot where the ball pitched — possibly on one of the cracks — as he walked back to the dressing room.
