The second day of the IPL 2025 Auction saw intense bidding wars as RCB secured talented English all-rounder Jacob Bethell for Rs 2.6 crore, while CSK acquired Australian pacer Nathan Ellis for Rs 2 crore. Sri Lankan fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera and West Indies sensation Shamar Joseph were sold to Delhi Capitals and LSG respectively, while all-rounder Kamindu Mendis was taken by SRH at his base price of Rs 75 lakh. Several big names like Jason Behrendorff and Navdeep Saini went unsold, making it an eventful day for the IPL teams. Stay updated with the latest business news and stock market updates through our coverage.
In a recent episode of Bret Easton Ellis' podcast, acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino expressed his admiration for the film "Joker: Folie à Deux," despite its negative reception. He sees it as a worthy successor to his own script for "Natural Born Killers" and praises the direction it took. Tarantino also noted the influence of his own work on the film, particularly in the characters of Arthur Fleck and Lee Quinzel.
As viewers of the popular reality dating show, "The Bachelorette," discussed the unexpected ending of Season 21, they couldn't help but speculate about the potential for a new season. While no official announcement has been made, it's highly unlikely that the show will be canceled given its consistently high ratings. If the show follows its typical production schedule, Season 22 would premiere in the summer of 2025. In the meantime, fans can tune into the upcoming Season 29 of "The Bachelor," where Grant Ellis will be the newest bachelor looking for love.
With The Hundred tournament just around the corner, fans are excited to see the players that each team has retained or drafted for the 2024 season. The tournament will run from July 23 to August 18 and can be watched live on Sky Sports. Some of the top names to watch out for include Chris Woakes, Moeen Ali, Meg Lanning, and Nathan Ellis. Keep an eye out for international replacements and potential game-changers like Suzie Bates and Andre Russell.
In a crucial match against Scotland, the defending champions Australia were put to the test but ultimately emerged victorious. Despite dropping six catches, Australia managed to restrict Scotland to 180/5, thanks to solid bowling performance from Nathan Ellis, Mitchell Starc, and Adam Zampa. However, it was Travis Head and Marcus Stoinis' half-centuries that led Australia to a narrow win by 5 wickets in 19.4 overs. With this win, Australia secured their place in the second round of the T20 World Cup, while Scotland's hopes of making it to the playoffs were shattered.
In a thrilling warm-up match for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, West Indies came out on top against Australia, who were missing several key players. Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell, and Sherfane Rutherford were the stars for the West Indies as they smashed their way to a massive total of 257 runs. Despite a valiant effort from Australia's Josh Inglis and Nathan Ellis, they fell short by 35 runs. Australia's IPL players, including Pat Cummins, Glenn Maxwell, and Mitchell Starc, were absent from the match as they continue to enjoy a break after a hectic IPL schedule.
Wyatt Ellis, a 15-year-old mandolin prodigy, is quickly making a name for himself in the bluegrass world. Ellis has already had the opportunity to perform alongside bluegrass legends like Bobby Osborne, Sierra Hull, and Marty Stuart. His debut album "Happy Valley" was released earlier this year and features collaborations with Stuart, who has praised Ellis' talent. The music video for his latest single, "Blue Smoke," documents Ellis' experience opening for Stuart on a three-date tour and gives a glimpse into the life of a young musician.
In a thrilling and unpredictable match, Manchester United holds off a determined Coventry City side to reach the FA Cup final against rival Manchester City. Scott McTominay, Harry Maguire, and Bruno Fernandes get on the scoresheet for United, while Coventry's Ellis Simms, Callum O'Hare, and Haji Wright bring their team back into the game. However, United ultimately prevails in a penalty shootout after a nail-biting finish, with Rasmus Hojlund's final penalty securing their spot in the coveted final.
Emotions ran high as Coventry City pulled off a dramatic comeback in the final moments of their FA Cup tie against Wolves, securing a spot in the semi-finals for only the second time in the club's history. A thrilling match that saw two goals scored in injury time, including a historic double by Ellis Simms, proved to be a defining moment for the underdog team. With Wembley in sight, Coventry City has their sights set on going all the way and making their mark in the history books once again.
In a thrilling quarter-final match, Haji Wright's 100th-minute winner secured a 3-2 win for Coventry over Wolves, sending them into the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley. The Sky Blues dominated for large portions of the game, but found themselves trailing late until Ellis Simms' equalizer in the 97th minute. Just three minutes later, American international Wright curled home the winner, stunning the Premier League side and securing the Championship club's first semi-final appearance since 1987. Now, Coventry will await Sunday's draw to determine their opponent as they switch focus back to their Championship campaign.