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“They don’t have the dudes”: Emmanuel Acho blasts Mike McDaniel for Dolphins’ sorry state of affairs writing off postseason aspirations

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Mike McDaniel is under fire once again following the Miami Dolphins’ third consecutive loss this season.

The team’s disappointing performance has raised concerns among fans and analysts alike, putting additional pressure on McDaniel’s leadership.

As the Dolphins struggle to find their footing, questions about coaching strategies and player execution continue to mount.

With the season rapidly progressing, the spotlight remains firmly on McDaniel to turn things around and lead the team to victory.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-they-dudes-emmanuel-acho-blasts-mike-mcdaniel-dolphins-sorry-state-affairs-writing-postseason-aspirations

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12: Vinay Shines In Haryana Steelers Victory

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Haryana Steelers delivered a strong all-round performance to secure a well-earned victory over Puneri Paltan at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on Friday. The Steelers showed composure in key moments and maintained control for most parts of the match, eventually sealing the win with a solid defensive display and timely raids.

Haryana Steelers got off to a strong start, opening the match with a well-executed tackle by Rahul in the very first minute. They quickly doubled their lead when Vinay produced a successful raid, making it 2-0. Building on the early momentum, the Steelers maintained pressure and extended their lead with another solid tackle from Rahul. Their defence looked sharp and well-organised during the opening ten minutes.

The early dominance paid off as they inflicted an ALL OUT on their opponents, racing to a 14-4 lead before the first-half Time Out was called. Puneri Paltan resumed the match with a successful raid from Pankaj Mohite, but the Steelers responded swiftly as Vinay added another point to their tally. Maintaining their momentum, the Steelers continued to dominate and stretched their lead to 17-9 with just over five minutes left in the first half.

Staying composed and in control, they closed out the half strongly, heading into the break with a commanding 19-10 advantage.

The Paltan started the second half with a quick point, but the Steelers maintained control through a solid all-round performance. The key moment came when Vinay produced a Super Raid, pushing the Steelers’ lead to 10 points. By the time the Time Out was taken, the Steelers were ahead 25-16.

After the restart, the momentum stayed with the Steelers as Vinay, who went on to complete his Super 10, added another raid point. However, Puneri Paltan began to fight back, led by Pankaj Mohite, who also completed his Super 10 and reduced the deficit to 21-26.

The Paltan then inflicted an ALL OUT, earning four crucial points and closing the gap to 25-27. A successful raid from Pankaj Mohite made it 26-27, but the Steelers responded with two points from another Vinay raid. Stuwart Singh kept the Paltan in the contest with a successful raid to make it 29-30.

In the final minute, a crucial tackle from the Steelers extended their lead to 32-29, and Shivam Patare sealed the game with a two-point raid, making it 34-30. Haryana Steelers held on to secure a 34-30 win.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/pro-kabaddi-league-season-12-vinay-shines-in-haryana-steelers-victory

Did Indian Players Shake Hands With Their Pakistani Counterparts Following The Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship Match? Here’s What Reports Say

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Indian and Pakistani players exchanged goodwill at the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, where Indian players reportedly shook hands with their Pakistani counterparts following their match in Kulhudhufushi, Maldives. This gesture of sportsmanship comes amid a recent controversy involving similar teams in cricket.

The handshake controversy gained widespread attention after Indian cricketers reportedly snubbed the customary handshakes following their emphatic victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025. The incident occurred after the Group Stage match on September 14, Sunday, at the Dubai International Stadium. After Suryakumar Yadav hit the winning six off Pakistan’s bowler Sufiyan Muqeem, he and teammate Shivam Dube walked straight to the dressing room, bypassing the Pakistani team.

Pakistan’s cricket team was left visibly disappointed by this gesture, with their captain Salman Ali Agha refusing to participate in the post-game presentation. Later, Suryakumar Yadav explained the decision, stating, “Some things are above sportsmanship.” He also expressed solidarity with the Indian armed forces amidst Operation Sindoor, launched by the government following the militant attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which tragically claimed at least 26 lives.

In contrast, the Indian and Pakistani players displayed a more amicable spirit in the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, with reports confirming handshakes between the two teams after Pakistan secured a 2-0 win.

Looking ahead, Indian cricketers are expected to maintain a firm stance against Pakistan in their upcoming Asia Cup Super 4 match. The two teams are scheduled to clash again on September 21 at the Dubai International Stadium. India enters the game as favorites, buoyed by their current form and the presence of skilled, multi-faceted players in their squad.

Pakistan advanced to the Super 4 stage after a convincing 41-run victory over the UAE in Dubai. The remaining teams competing in the Super 4 round include Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, setting the stage for an exciting phase of the tournament.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/did-indian-players-shake-hands-with-their-pakistani-counterparts-following-the-commonwealth-beach-handball-championship-match-heres-what-reports-say

Kusal Mendis completes 5,000 runs in T20 cricket: Key stats

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Kusal Mendis Completes 5,000 Runs in T20 Cricket: Key Stats

By Parth Dhall | Edited by Rajdeep Saha | Sep 19, 2025

Star Sri Lankan batter Kusal Mendis has achieved a significant milestone by completing 5,000 runs in men’s T20 cricket. The 30-year-old reached this landmark during the 2025 T20 Asia Cup encounter against Afghanistan at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

Mendis, known for his prolific run-scoring ability, became the fifth Sri Lankan player to amass over 5,000 runs in T20 cricket. He played a crucial role in Sri Lanka’s successful chase of 170, smashing an unbeaten 74 off 52 balls that included 10 fours.

Match Highlights: Mendis Shines Against Afghanistan

Sri Lanka faced early setbacks in the match, losing Pathum Nissanka cheaply for 22 runs in the first wicket. Soon after, Kamil Mishara also departed with the score at 47/2. However, Mendis steadied the innings with significant partnerships.

He added 45 runs for the third wicket with Kusal Perera, followed by 27 runs alongside Charith Asalanka. In the final stages of the innings, Mendis then forged an unbeaten 52-run partnership with Kamindu Mendis, guiding Sri Lanka to a comfortable 171/4 and securing the win.

Joining an Elite Club of Sri Lankan T20 Run-Scorers

With this milestone, Mendis joins an exclusive group of Sri Lankan cricketers to have surpassed 5,000 T20 runs. He achieved the feat in his 185th T20 appearance, joining legends like Kumar Sangakkara (6,937 runs), Mahela Jayawardene (5,479 runs), Tillakaratne Dilshan (5,193 runs), and Dinesh Chandimal (5,131 runs).

Currently, Kusal Perera is the closest rival to Mendis in Sri Lankan T20 runs, with 4,933 runs at an average of 26.66.

Performance and Career Stats

In 185 T20 matches (180 innings), Kusal Mendis boasts an average of 30.16 and a strike rate of 137.27. His tally includes 2 centuries and 35 half-centuries.

Earlier this year, he also became only the second Sri Lankan batter to cross 2,000 runs in T20 Internationals (T20Is). In fact, in T20I cricket, Mendis has scored 2,164 runs in 87 matches, making him the second-highest run-scorer for Sri Lanka behind Kusal Perera, who has 2,187 runs. Mendis has recorded 17 half-centuries in T20Is so far.

Asia Cup Records

According to Cricbuzz, Mendis now holds the record for the highest individual score in a successful T20 Asia Cup chase, surpassing Mohammad Rizwan’s 71 against India in Dubai (2022). He also registered the second-highest individual score for Sri Lanka in T20 Asia Cup history, just behind Tillakaratne Dilshan’s 75* versus Pakistan in Mirpur (2016).

Kusal Mendis continues to cement his legacy as one of Sri Lanka’s premier T20 batsmen with his consistent performances and important contributions in crucial matches.

https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/kusal-mendis-attains-this-massive-milestone-in-t20-cricket/story

Red Sox edge Athletics 5-4 in 10 innings for 11th walk-off win of the year

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BOSTON (AP) — Pinch-hitter Nick Sogard’s 10th-inning infield grounder off Michael Kelly drove home Nate Eaton with the winning run, as the Boston Red Sox edged the Oakland Athletics 5-4 on Wednesday night. This marked Boston’s American League-leading 11th walk-off win of the season.

Eaton began the inning as the designated runner at second base, advanced to third on Carlos Narvaez’s sacrifice bunt, and scored with a head-first slide to avoid the tag by catcher Shea Langeliers.

Boston’s Chris Murphy (3-0) earned the win, pitching one-third of an inning, while Kelly (4-4) took the loss.

Masataka Yoshida singled in a run in the first for the Red Sox. In the second inning, Rob Refsnyder gave Boston a 2-1 lead with a leadoff home run, his ninth of the season.

The Athletics responded with a run in the second off Boston right-hander Lucas Giolito. Darell Hernaiz’s sacrifice fly scored Lawrence Butler, contributing to Hernaiz’s three RBIs in the game — matching his career high.

Oakland added three runs in the fifth inning. Butler drew a bases-loaded walk and Hernaiz followed with a two-run single. Boston countered with runs in the fifth and sixth innings, tying the game at 4.

Trevor Story stood out with a stolen base in the sixth inning but was caught attempting to steal second to end the eighth inning. This was the first caught-stealing event for Story this season after 31 consecutive successful steals—the longest such streak to start a season in the American League since stolen bases were first recorded in 1920.

**Key Moment:**
With two outs, bases loaded, and a 1-2 count on No. 8 hitter Hernaiz in the fifth inning, Boston left-hander Justin Wilson allowed a two-run single that gave Oakland a two-run lead. However, Boston responded in the bottom of the inning by loading the bases with no outs, scoring one run despite an error and misplay by the Athletics.

**Key Stat:**
The Red Sox, who hold a 21-26 record in one-run games this season, went 3-for-17 with runners in scoring position Wednesday. They are now 7-for-38 (.184) in such situations through the first five games of this six-game homestand.

**Up Next:**
The Athletics and Red Sox will conclude their season series Thursday afternoon. Right-hander J.T. Ginn (3-6, 4.69 ERA) is scheduled to start for Oakland, opposed by Boston’s right-hander Brayan Bello (11-7, 3.25 ERA).
https://whdh.com/sports/red-sox-edge-athletics-5-4-in-10-innings-for-11th-walk-off-win-of-the-year/