MagniX, a leading developer in electric propulsion systems, has announced its plans to launch the new and highly anticipated Samson range of lithium-ion batteries for aviation applications. With an impressive energy density of 300 watt-hours per kilogram and a service life of over 1,000 discharge cycles, these batteries are set to revolutionize the industry. MagniX is looking to use these powerful batteries in their electric propulsion systems, ranging from 350 to 650 kilowatts, marking a significant advancement in the field of aviation technology.
The Indian cricket team has announced their squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, with youngsters Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, and Nitish Reddy earning their maiden call-ups. The squad, led by Shubman Gill, also includes the likes of Tushar Deshpande and Dhruv Jurel, who have impressed with their performances in the domestic circuit and the Indian Premier League. Veteran players like Sanju Samson and Khaleel Ahmed have also been included to provide experience and stability to the team.
India and Bangladesh face off in the Super 8s clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, with Bangladesh winning the toss and choosing to field first. However, India captain Rohit Sharma's decision to stick with the same winning combination and not make any changes to their squad has caused controversy among fans on social media. With a strong head-to-head record in World Cups, the intense rivalry between these two teams is expected to make for an exciting match.
The highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024, is set to take place at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on June 9. With India coming in with momentum from their opening win and Pakistan looking to bounce back after a loss, this match holds high stakes for both teams trying to secure a spot in the knockout stages. While India is not expected to make any changes to their playing XI, there is speculation that Shivam Dube could be replaced by Sanju Samson for his prowess against pacers. However, it is unlikely that India's captain Rohit Sharma will make any changes.
Former Indian cricketer S Sreesanth has shared his chosen playing XI for India's opening match of the T20 World Cup against Ireland next month. The two-time World Cup winner has excluded wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson and all-rounder Shivam Dube from his strongest XI, opting instead for youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal to open the innings with Rohit Sharma. However, Sreesanth has backed the selection of two frontline spinners and Arshdeep Singh in the pace department.
Indian batter Rishabh Pant shined in the T20 World Cup warm-up match against Bangladesh, scoring a powerful 53 runs in just 32 balls. His impressive performance, along with Hardik Pandya's solid 40 runs, led India to a competitive total of 182 for five. Meanwhile, left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh starred in the bowling attack, restricting Bangladesh to 122 for nine and securing India's victory.
India's Rishabh Pant delivered an impressive performance in the first warm-up match against Bangladesh, solidifying his claim for a spot in India's T20 World Cup playing XI. The wicketkeeper-batter struck a quickfire half-century to guide India to a competitive total of 182/5. Despite not having a single big partnership, Pant's explosive knock proved to be the primary architect of India's fighting total. This display has certainly given him an edge over Sanju Samson in the competition for the wicketkeeper-batter slot.
The Indian Men's T20 World Cup team surprised their fans by starting their warm-up game against Bangladesh with Sanju Samson as the opener alongside Rohit Sharma. This resulted in speculation about the team's potential change in opening pair for the upcoming tournament. India ultimately won the toss and chose to bat, but not before losing Samson early on. Despite the loss, this match serves as an opportunity for India to adapt to the conditions before their first official game.
The Lucknow High Court has ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe allegations of police assault and false accusations made against a man in Rae Bareli, UP. The man was allegedly pressured to hand over his vehicle to police officials acting on behalf of the Superintendent of Police (SP), and was later unlawfully detained and arrested. The court has directed the SIT, led by senior officers, to submit a report within two months and the next hearing is scheduled for July 3rd. The victim's mother has also requested an FIR against the involved police officers and compensation for the violation of her son's Fundamental Rights. Meanwhile, IPL team captains Hardik Pandya and Sanju Samson's travel to the USA has been delayed due to the ongoing investigation.
Virat Kohli, who was eliminated from the IPL 2024 playoffs by Rajasthan Royals, maintained his grip on the top spot for the highest run-scorer of the season and clinched the Orange Cap with a record-breaking 741 runs. However, his closest competitors from Rajasthan Royals, Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson, had a disappointing outing in the playoffs and remained in 3rd and 5th place respectively. Meanwhile, SRH's Travis Head missed out on a chance to secure the 2nd spot as he struggled in the latter half of the season, allowing Chennai Super Kings' Ruturaj Gaikwad to claim the runner-up position.