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Had a repeat of vertigo symptoms but feeling good for opening Test vs Pakistan: Smith

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Australian batter Steve Smith revealed on Tuesday that he had a relapse of the debilitating vertigo symptoms “a couple of Fridays ago” but added that he was now “feeling good” ahead of the inaugural Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi from March 4.

Smith missed the last three T20Is of the five-match series against Sri Lanka after suffering a concussion while trying to save a six in Australia’s second-match win in Sydney on February 13.

With Australia leading by 11 runs with three balls remaining, Smith leapt to save a Maheesh Theekshana shot which was just heading over the boundary at deep mid-wicket.

The 32-year-old managed to send the ball back across the boundary in mid-air but hit his head on the turf as he landed and was taken away by medical staff.

The Australian vice-captain was rendered unconscious for a few seconds after landing heavily. The 32-year-old batting stalwart said that the concussion he sustained while fielding had led to the debilitating vertigo symptoms that have troubled him in the past, coming back.

“It was just headaches (after the fielding mishap)… a bit of drowsiness and then a couple of Fridays ago I had a vertigo incident where I was struggling for a bit that day,” Smith told cricket.com.au ahead of the first practice session in Rawalpindi on Tuesday.

Smith has suffered several concussion injuries during his cricketing career with the most brutal being a blow to the head from England pace bowler Jofra Archer at Lord’s during the 2019 Ashes. The blow led to him being sidelined from the next Test. He also almost missed an ODI against India in Sydney the following year as he woke up in the morning with vertigo symptoms, said the report.

Those same symptoms came back following the nasty fall while fielding in the dramatic second T20I against Sri Lanka on February 13, where the hosts won the Super Over after the scores were tied on 164.

According to medical experts, the vertigo symptoms post-concussion are due to the debris (ear rocks) which accumulates within the inner ear canal.

Smith has “undergone treatment known as the Epley manoeuvre (where a patient’s head is carefully manipulated to enable relocation of the ‘ear rock’ crystals)”, which had improved his symptoms, the report said.

“I think I actually knocked myself out for a couple of seconds there (after the fielding incident),” Smith said. “Then, then when I came to, I was in a bit of a weird state and I knew straight away that I was likely concussed after having quite a few knocks to the head (earlier).

“But I had the Epley manoeuvre and got the crystals back where they’re supposed to be in the inner ear,” added Smith.

Smith added that it wasn’t a great feeling but once things settled down, he had progressed nicely and was hoping to be in the side for the opening Test against Pakistan.

“That’s not a very comfortable place to be, I tell you that. After that, things settled down and I’ve progressed really nicely. I’ve been able to do all the exercise stuff that I’ve needed to do to get myself back to that ready-to-play state.

“I’ve done a lot of stuff where I’ve got my heart rate up to a good amount, brought it back down and that’s part of the protocols to getting back to playing. I had a couple of good hits in Melbourne before we came away, but today’s (Tuesday) just about ticking off facing fast bowling and once that’s done everything should be fine,” he added.

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₹136 Crore Per Year To Luxury Suite At Training Ground: All About Kylian Mbappe’s Bumper Deal At Real Madrid

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In a move that has captivated football enthusiasts worldwide, Kylian Mbappe has officially transferred from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid as of Tuesday.

This long-anticipated switch concludes months of speculation and excitement among fans.

Real Madrid’s Exciting Acquisition

Real Madrid announced on Monday that they had secured a deal with the French superstar for the next five seasons, merging one of football’s brightest talents with its most illustrious club.

This deal follows years of interest from Madrid, eager to bring in the player seen as the heir to Lionel Messi’s throne in the sport.

Financial Details of Mbappe’s Move

The 25-year-old Parisian will reportedly earn 15 million Euros net per season at Real Madrid, translating to over ₹136 crores annually. This figure breaks down to an impressive ₹2.6 crore per week.

While this is a significant reduction from the €75 million net per year he received at PSG, the shortfall will be offset by a massive signing bonus. The bonus, around €150 million, will be disbursed over the course of his contract.

Perks and Anticipated Debuts

Aside from his substantial salary, Mbappe will enjoy a private luxury suite at Real Madrid’s training facility and will sport the iconic No.9 jersey, previously worn by legendary striker Karim Benzema.

His anticipated debut for Real Madrid will occur during the preseason, with their first friendly against AC Milan at Soldier Field in Chicago on July 31.

His competitive debut is expected in the UEFA Super Cup, where Real Madrid will take on Europa League winners Atalanta in Warsaw, Poland, on August 14.

Mbappe’s Stellar PSG Legacy

Mbappe joined PSG from Monaco in 2017 for €180 million and has since become the club’s all-time leading scorer.

Throughout his seven-year tenure in Paris, he consistently demonstrated his scoring prowess, netting at least 30 goals in six of those seasons. His move to Real Madrid marks the next chapter in an already illustrious career, as he aims to further his legacy at one of the world’s most storied football clubs.

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ENG vs ESP, Euro 2024 Final: Spain Become The 1st Four-Time Champions Of Europe After Beating England 2-1 In Berlin

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Spain triumphed over England with a 2-1 victory in the Euro 2024 final, held in Berlin, becoming the first team to win the championship four times.

The match saw a tense first half ending goalless, but Spain took the lead shortly after the break. Williams Jr. netted the opener in the 47th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by England.

England fought back, with Palmer leveling the score in the 73rd minute, igniting hopes for the Three Lions. However, Spain maintained their pressure, and in the 86th minute, Oyarzabal clinched the winner with a decisive strike.

This historic win cements Spain’s status as Europe’s most successful team, while England’s wait for a major international trophy continues. The final was a showcase of high-quality football and strategic mastery, ultimately seeing Spain emerge as deserved champions.

This historic win cements Spain’s status as Europe’s most successful team, while England’s wait for a major international trophy continues. The final was a showcase of high-quality football and strategic mastery, ultimately seeing Spain emerge as deserved champions.

Preview of Euro 2024 Cup final:

A strong Spanish outfit will meet a pesky England side in the final of Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. Spain battled France and defeated them by 2-1 in the semi-final, while England overcame the Netherlands by the same margin.

However, it wasn’t without a contentious penalty call that went in England’s favour. Despite not starting the contest as favourites, England’s ability to hang in there could work against Spain, who are seeking a 4th Euro title. By contrast, England are yet to lift the trophy.

A crucial stat which is in favour of England is the head to head battle, which the former lead by 13-10 against Spain in 27 outings.

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Violent Clash Erupts Between Rival Supporters During Argentina vs Brazil 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers has been marred in controversy as the match between Brazil and Argentina saw violent clashes between rival supporters before the start of it. The high-profile fixture had to be delayed by 30 minutes as the Marcana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro witnessed ugly scenes, with disturbing visuals emerging on social media.

With the Brazilian and Argentinian players lining up for national anthems, the camera turned towards the stands as a section of rival fans exchanged blows. The local police officials could be seen beating up a section of Argentinian fans with batons and it did not go well with the tourists. By pointing at the violent scenes, Messi and co. decided to walk off the pitch.

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