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Paine steps down as Australia’s Test captain amid off-field scandal

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Paine steps down as Australia’s Test captain amid off-field scandal

In a development blockbuster, Tim Paine has resigned as Australia’s test captain, and the 36-year-old goalkeeper batsman announced the decision at a press conference in Hobart. The media said on Friday that Paine had been investigated by the regulatory agency Cricket Australia for sending a series of obscene text messages and an inappropriate photo to a female colleague in 2017.

“Today, I announced my decision to resign as the captain of the Australian men’s test team. It was a very difficult decision, but it was the right decision for me, my family and cricket,” Paine said emotionally while reading. Prepared statement. “As the background of my decision, about four years ago, I participated in a text exchange with my colleagues at the time.

At that time, the exchange was the subject of a thorough investigation by the CA Integrity Unit, and I was fully involved and publicly involved in the whole process. “That investigation and the Cricket Tasmania HR investigation conducted at the same time found that there was no violation of the Australian Cricket Code of Conduct. Although I was exempted, I deeply regretted the matter at the time, and it is still the case today. My wife and I talked to Family, thank them very much for their forgiveness and support.

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We think this matter is over and I can fully focus on the team as I have done for the past three or four years.” However, I have recently become aware of this kind of private The text exchange will be made public. In retrospect, my behavior in 2017 did not meet the standards of an Australian cricket team leader or the wider community. I apologize for the harm and pain caused to my wife, my family and the other party. I apologize for any damage to the reputation of our sport. “And I believe that for me, resigning as captain is the right decision, effective immediately.

I don’t want this to become an unwelcome distraction to the team before the huge Ashes series. “I really like my role as the captain of the Australian cricket team. Leading the Australian men’s test team is the greatest honor in my sports career. I thank my teammates for their support and I am proud of our ability to achieve together. “For them, I ask for their understanding and forgiveness. For Australian cricket fans, I am deeply sorry that my past actions have affected our game on the eve of the Ashes.

I apologize for the disappointment I caused to the fans and the entire cricket community. . “I am fortunate to have a beautiful, loving and supportive family. Knowing how much I let them down breaks my heart. They have always supported me and are my most loyal fans. I am grateful for their support. I will continue to be a loyal member of the Australian cricket team and look forward to a grand tour of the ashes. “

News Source : Hindustan Times

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Sania Mirza reflects on the challenges of being famous. She prioritizes her son Izhaan, striving to maintain a balance between work and motherhood.
Sania Mirza has a lot on her plate after being appointed as Dubai’s Sports Ambassador. With a career as prolific as hers, her journey would certainly be inspiring for many people, if made into a film.

But we are yet to see one materialise on Mirza’s life. She says there has been interest showed, “A biopic has been on the cards, a lot of people have been talking about it. But I haven’t had offers of late, unless my managers have not told me about any!”

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While work goes on, with Mirza also managing her tennis academies, it didn’t prevent her from ringing in the New Year with her ‘forever date’, as she captioned her picture with her six-year-old, lovingly called Izzu.

We ask her about life as a single mother. “No matter what I do in my life, my son Izhaan is always going to be my priority. Even amongst my professional commitments, he will remain that. That doesn’t mean I don’t do other things. I try to revolve my stuff around Izhaan as much as I can,” says the 38-year-old, who became a mother in 2018.

“I also try to not leave him too much, at max maybe one-two nights if I have to travel for work. All of it works itself out. I try to find a balance,” she adds. Being a busy public figure also means that she is constantly in the public eye.

Doing and saying the right thing in her life must be a pressure. Does Mirza feel it? “Being famous or not comes with it’s own set of challenges. More than the pressure, I feel a sense of responsibility.

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I feel there are so many kids who look up to you, so you have a certain sense of responsibility about how you conduct yourself. I try to be myself as much as I can in the public eye. I feel humbled and honoured to be in this position. I speak from my heart,” she quips.

Sania Mirza, the tennis icon and former World No. 1 doubles player, has recently revealed that conversations are underway for a potential biopic about her life. In an exclusive interview, Sania opened up about how she has been approached by individuals.

interested in bringing her inspiring journey to the big screen. “Individuals have been conversing, and it’s something that could definitely happen in the future,” she shared. While she didn’t provide specifics, the possibility of a Sania Mirza biopic has excited her fans, who have long admired her achievements on and off the court.

Sania’s remarkable career includes six Grand Slam titles, a career-high doubles ranking, and her pioneering efforts to break stereotypes in the world of sports. Beyond her athletic prowess.

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she has been a vocal advocate for women’s empowerment, making to make her story even more compelling. From her struggles and sacrifices to her triumphs and resilience, a biopic would surely highlight the journey of a woman who has defied the odds and become a trailblazer in the world of tennis.

The conversation around a biopic is not surprising, as there has been increasing interest in telling the stories of influential sports figures, especially women, whose contributions have often been underappreciated. With a potential biopic on the horizon, Sania could inspire yet another generation of young athletes, especially girls, to pursue their dreams relentlessly.

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