The second round is underway in the Indian Premier League (ISL) as the teams are slowly establishing themselves and trying to form the right groups from their teams. Kerala Blasters FC Northeast United are hosting the Goa Medical College Stadium in Bambolim on Thursday.The Kerala Blasters lost the first game of the season to ATK Mohun Bagan, 0-1. Blasters showed promise and quality, but ATK Mohun Bagan still outdid them. The lack of practice in the match was an indication that Kibo Vicuña looked out of cohesion.The Blasters played a friendly with Mumbai City Football Club behind closed doors after their first game of the season to work on their fitness. Although Blasters had many areas to work on, there were also some instances of silver lining. The defensive duo of Costa Nhamuinsu and Baccari Kuni looked strong, allowing Vicuña to focus only on midfield to provide enough balls for Gary Hopper.Meanwhile, Northeast United won their first meeting against Mumbai City FC with an unexpected 1--0 score. Mumbai City FC looked flustered and tired, allowing defensive duo Benjamin Lampot and Dylan Fox to be their prime. Gerrard Noss's squad absorbed all the pressure to keep the attack on the counter and surprise Mumbai City FC. The midfield crowd worked brilliantly for the Highlanders.A NorthEast United victory takes them to the top of the league, while a victory for Kerala Blasters will provide much-needed momentum for Kibu Vicuna to start the season.Kerala Blasters FC vs NorthEast United FC - Everything you need to knowKerala Blasters FC and North East United have met 12 times in the last six seasons of the Indian League. The two teams met only in the regular league season. The two teams were very competitive with each other in their matches.Kerala Blasters has won five times, while the Highlanders have won three. Four matches ended in a draw. The last three confrontations between these two teams ended in deadlock, indicating the quality and competitiveness of the two teams. In fact, the last meeting between the two teams ended in a goalless draw.Results of the last five matches in ISL between Kerala Blasters FC and NorthEast United FCNortheast United 0-0 Kerala BlastersKerala Blasters 1-1 Northeast UnitedKerala Blasters 0-0 Northeast UnitedNortheast United 2--1 Kerala BlastersNortheast United 0-1 Kerala BlastersThe top 3 scorers of last seasonKerala Blasters - Bartholomew Ojpichi (15), Messi Polly (8), Rahul KB (1)NorthEast United FC - Asamoah Jian (4), Redeem Tlang (3), Martin Chaves (3)Clean sheet from last seasonKerala Blasters - 3Northeast United - 3Also Read: Barcelona sack coach Quique Setien after UEFA Champions League exit
With a win and tied in the Indian Premier League 2020-21, Hyderabad FC are soaring as this is the best start to the season in ISL. Under Manolo Marquez, the club is undergoing a rebuilding process and could even challenge a place in the extension this season.Under the contract, Owen Coyle's Jamshedpur FC enters the match with a loss followed by a 2--2 draw. Despite the adverse results, Jamshidpour appears to be on the right track with Nereus Valskis, the league's top scorer last season, finding his golden touch in front of goal.Cowell will also be happy with Jackichand Singh and Valskis who cooperated well in attack. The former was a big part of FC Goa's offensive that helped the club reclaim winners from the previous season.In a goalless draw against Bengaluru FC, Joel Chianese and Louis Sastre were eliminated in the first half due to injuries. Both players will miss the match against Jamshedpur FC. Forward Fran Sandaza is unlikely to take over the field either. The Marquis will have to dive into the Indian talent pool on his list.In general, a good match is at stake. Hyderabad FC and Jamshedpur FC will kick off at Tilak Maidain Ground in Vasco on December 2 (Wednesday) at 7:30 PM India Standard Time.Hyderabad FC vs Jamshedpur FC head-to-headThe two sides met for the first time on 29 October 2019 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex as Jamshedpur FC scored a 3--1 victory. The second game was in Hyderabad, in a 1-1 draw.Hyderabad FC vs Jamshedpur FC team newsHyderabad FC will not have Chianese and Sastre. Chianese is believed to have an ankle problem, while Sastre pulled out with a hamstring problem. Fran Sandaza's involvement also remains in doubt.Jamshedpur FC coach Owen Coyle will miss main goalkeeper Rehenesh TP after being sent off against Odisha FC. Pawan Kumar is likely to be the alternative.Hyderabad FC vs Jamshedpur FC Predicted XIHyderabad FC Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Subrata Pal; Akash Mishra, Odei Onaindia, Chinglensana Singh, Ashish Rai, Joao Victor, Nikhil Poojari, Halicharan Nazary, Aridane Santana (C)Jamshedpur FC Predicted XI: Pawan Kumar, Laldinliana Renthlei, Stephen Eze, Peter Hartley, Ricky Lallawmawma, Mobashir Rahman, Aitor Monroy, Alex Lima, Jackichand Singh, Nerijus Valskis, Isaac VanmalsawmaHyderabad FC vs Jamshedpur FC PredictionWith the way both teams have played so far, calling a victor is not easy. Hyderabad FC is missing two important players while Jamshedpur FC is missing their ace goalkeeper. Although most possibilities point towards a draw, one could see Jamshedpur FC coming out as a 2-1 winner.Also Read: ISL 2019-20: Kerala Blasters FC vs NorthEast United MATCH PREDICTION, PREVIEW AND WHERE TO WATCH
Football events continue during the weekdays in Indian Super League (ISL) as ATK Mohun Bagan faces Odisha FC at Goa Fatorda Stadium. The games are being held behind closed doors due to the COVID-19 situation in the country.ATK Mohun Bagan previewATK Mohun Pagan is in high spirits after scoring two successive victories with his final victory over fierce rivals SC East Bengal. ATKMB striker Roy Krishna was in great shape after scoring twice in two matches.Mohun Pagan, the ATK defense, kept a straight clean sheet with seasoned activists Sandesh Jingan, Terry and Pritam Kotal serving as a three-man baseline. Midfielders Javi Hernandez and Carl McHugh were ordered to play from midfield.Coach Antonio Habas has several options in the midfield with players like Edo Garcia, Jaish Rani, Subhashish Boss and Prabber Das to increase the creativity behind the attack.Odisha FC PreviewOdisha FC hasn't scored any wins in the competition yet. After starting to lose to Hyderabad FC in their first game in ISL 2020-21, they drew 2-2 against Jamshedpur FC. His confidence will be boosted after returning with two goals against the Red Miners.Striker Diego Mauricio scored twice in the last fifteen minutes of the match when they scored their first point in the ISL season. The duo of Marcelinho and Nandha Kumar Sekar's midfielders were Odisha FC's creative paths in both matches.Coach Stuart Baxter hopes his main striker Manuel Ono can make big strides before facing ATK Mohun Pagan. The defense will also aim to rise after conceding three goals in two matches.ATK Mohun Pagan signs against OdishaThis is ISL's first season for ATK Mohun Bagan and they will face Odisha FC in Fatorda for the first time.ATK Mohun Bagan has a winning streak with two wins, but Odisha FC will be cheered by his performance against Jamshedpur FC. This creates an interesting clash for Indian football fans.Predictor: ATK Mohun Bagan 2--1 Odisha FC
The seventh season of the Indian Super League (ISL) enters its third week with two former champions on paper. Two-time ISL champion club, Chennai, is set to face the 2019 champions Bengaluru FC at GMC Stadium in Bambolim, Goa.Preview Chennai FCChennai coach Chapa Laszlo will face a challenge when his team faces well-known enemies of Bengaluru FC. Marina Machans kicked off her campaign in the 2020-21 ISL championships with a 2--1 victory over Jamshedpur FC. Midfielder Anerod Thapa and New Deal player Ismael Goncalves advanced in that match.However, after a racy offensive performance, Chennai FC was relatively weak in their second showdown against Kerala Blasters FC. To compound his troubles, striker Jacob Sylvester missed a penalty kick and missed his first goal in the AFC Champions League.The attack was in good shape against Jamshedpur FC but lacked the much-needed bit of pitch against Kerala Blasters. Chennai will have to face a well-disciplined, well-trained Bengaluru FC team.Bengaluru FC Team PreviewBengaluru FC only managed to draw with Hyderabad in the 50th game of coach Carles Quadrat in charge of the team. The blues weren't at their best considering the high standards that were set.Sunil Chhetri and his cohorts lacked the offensive momentum for which they have always been famous for in ISL. Bengaluru FC scored two goals and none of the prime forwards was able to score.Quadrat will be happy with his defensive setup because Trio Fran Gonzalez, Juanan and Harmangot are news that have established their baseline well. Bengaluru used Ashique Kuruniyan's pace well along the flanks to provide defensive support and aid in offensive play.Predict the Chennai FC Bengaluru matchThe matches between the two teams have always been exciting with a tendency to score many goals. The match record is locked in three wins for every match ending in a draw.Indian soccer fans can look forward to a thrilling showdown as the two southern giants face each other. Given what it looks like in the ISL so far, we'd expect the two sides to finish in terms of level.Prediction: Chennaiyin FC 1 - 1 Bengaluru FCAlso Read: ISL 2019-20: ATK MOHUN BAGAN VS ODISHA FC MATCH PREDICTION, PREVIEW AND WHERE TO WATCH
Two undefeated teams, Bengaluru FC and North East United, will face a thrilling Indian Premier League (ISL) match at Fattorda Stadium on Tuesday.The former champions, Bengaluru FC, entered the season as one of the strongest teams after falling in the semi-finals last season. They have held most of their major players for this ISL season. Some additions were made to the foreign team when Norwegian Christian Upseth and First League winner Fran Gonzalez of Adelaide United and Mohun Bagan joined respectively.However, the team appears far from perfect. After making a two-goal lead in the first game, Bengaluru scored only once in the next two matches, thanks to a penalty kick. It will be interesting to see how they managed to beat the Northeast United defense, which has been solid so far.NorthEast United renewed their squad while keeping a few key players. With Gerrard Nuss at the helm, the team is making an impressive game with 8 points from 4 matches.They haven't lost a game this season yet. Players like Apuia, Benjamin Lambot, Dylan Fox and Ninthoinganba Meetei were great for Highlanders. The team has fine-tuned a few matches now, and with some fixes in the offensive, NorthEast United could become a killer. In the last match against SC East Bengal, NorthEast United won by a 2--0 lead.Bengaluru FC vs NorthEast United FC - Everything you need to knowThe two teams have met 8 times, and Bengaluru has the advantage with 5 wins. Northeast United won only once, while points were shared twice.In the 2018-19 season, NorthEast United FC qualified for the playoffs for the first time in their history. They faced the Bengaluru team in the semi-finals of two matches. Although Highlanders won the opening match, Men in Blue was finally laughing by winning the second and semi-final match on aggregate.Results of the last five matches between Bengaluru FC and Northeast UnitedNorthEast United FC 0-2 Bengaluru FC - December 18, 2019Bengaluru 0-0 Northeast United - October 21, 2019Bengaluru 3-0 Northeast United - 11 March 2019NorthEast United FC 2-1 Bengaluru FC - 7 March 2019Bengaluru 2--1 Northeast United - January 30, 2019 The top 3 scorers of last seasonSunil Chhetri (11) was the top scorer for the Bengaluru football team last season. Deshorn Brown (7) and Semboi Haokip (6) also made useful contributions.For NorthEast United, Asamoah Gyan was the top scorer with 4 goals. Redeeming Tlang and Martin Chaves followed with 3 each.Clean sheet from last seasonWith Gurpreet Singh Sandhu trailed, Bengaluru scored 11 clean matches last season.However, NorthEast United only had 3 clean sheets with Subhasish Roy as their goalkeeper.
Jamshedpur FC's emerging team meets again with SC East Bengal Indian Super League (ISL) today at Tilak Maidan in Vasco da Gama in Goa.Newcomers to ISL, SC East Bengal, continue to strive for victory in the competition after facing three straight losses. Their campaign in the ISL got off to a bad start when they were defeated by competitors ATK Mohun Bagan in the first Kolkata Derby in the league.Art director Robbie Fowler has publicly criticized his team members, especially the Indian band. The team will be very determined to do everything possible and provide a result to the coach. Anthony Pilkington and Mattie Steinman have been in good contact, but they will try to take advantage of their chances in the next match.ISL(Indian Super League) SC East Bengal - PreviewWith two of his key players injured (Danny Fox, Lucen Mitte, and Aaron Amade Holloway), the Reds and Golds will also have to test their team's depth in the match. Some of their veteran activists like CK Vineeth and Eugeneson Lyngdoh could appear in the match against Jamshedpur FC.ISL(Indian Super League) Jamshedpur FC - PreviewJamshedpur FC coach Owen Coyle will be delighted with his team after they claim their first ISL(Indian Super League) win this season. Nereus Valskis scored twice against ATK Mohun Pagan to take his team to three points. The Lithuanian striker is the current top scorer with five goals in four matches.Jamshedpur FC midfield played a great support team for their lethal striker. Aitor Monroy, Jackichand Singh, Isaac Vanmalsawma, and Alex Lima created opportunities in the park for Valskis.Nigerian international Stephen Eyes led the Red Miners' defense alongside Peter Hartley. Backs Laldinliana Renthlei and Ricky Lallawmawma were also great for the team.Predictions between SC East Bengal and Jamshedpur FCThe two teams will face each other for the first time in ISL(Indian Super League) as this is SC East Bengal's first season in the competition.SC East Bengal, looking for their first win, desperate for a good result. On the other hand, Jamshedpur FC is looking to reach its best and deliver consistent performance early in this year's competition.Prediction SC East Bengal 1-2 Jamshedpur FCAlso Read: ISL 2019-20: BENGALURU FC AND NORTHEAST UNITED FC MATCH PREDICTION, PREVIEW AND WHERE TO WATCH
The 2019/20 ISL (Indian Super League) season has been unforgettable for Hyderabad FC. The club came to ISL (Indian Super League) as the new avatar for Pune City FC, which has multiplied due to various financial problems and unpaid salaries for some players. However, despite the spirited way in which they got into the league, Hyderabad FC didn't live up to the hype.The club was unable to maintain a clean sheet throughout the entire season and has only scored two wins in its 18 matches. HFC also failed to score wins in December and January, ensuring it is cemented further down the table at the end of the season. The club finished 10th at the table with just 10 points from 18 matches dedicated to this season.On the other hand, Bengaluru has also had a forgotten season with their high standards. After winning a title every year of their existence, they finished the 2019/20 season without any titles. It is clear that the Blues had serious problems facing goal.With Miku gone and with club captain Sunil Chhetri without getting younger, Carles Quadrat had major loopholes to fill in XI in the match. Deshorn Brown, Kevaughn Frater, and Manuel Onwu ran a placement test, and none of them solved the problem.One would expect both Bengaluru Football Club and Hyderabad to grapple with the issues in the 2020-21 ISL (Indian Super League) season. While Carles Quadrat has hired players like Clayton Silva and Christian Upseth, Hyderabad has gone ahead with much-needed roster reform. The club's first signature was Spaniard Manolo Marquez. With 32 years of coaching experience under his belt, Marquez's coaching credentials are well known in some football circles.ISL Live Bengaluru vs Hyderabad Although there isn't much meaningful history in the Bengaluru FC matches against Hyderabad, the next match in Fattorda promises to be fun.Bengaluru FC will play the game after losing points to FC Goa in their first game of the season. With two goals ahead, the Blues' defensive unit faltered in the second half when FC Goa striker Igor Angulo equalized, ending the match 2-2. Carles Quadrat's men would undoubtedly suffer after the result, but they were confident of entering the match against Hyderabad FC.As far as Hyderabad FC is concerned, they scored an impressive 1-0 win over Odisha FC. The result was not only a rare victory but also his first clean sheets. However, as the win gives them much-needed confidence in the match against the Bengaluru side, Manolo Marquez will be aware of the threat the Blues could pose.Needless to say, a good match is expected in Fattorda between Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Kick-off is at 7:30 PM Indian Standard Time.ISL Live Head-to-headBengaluru FC - 1 winHyderabad FC - No win1 DrawISL Results in past meetingsHyderabad FC 1-1 Bengaluru FC - 29th November 2019Bengaluru FC 1-0 Hyderabad FC - 30th January 2020Top 3 goalscorers from ISL last seasonBengaluru FC - Sunil Chhetri (11), Deshorn Brown (7), Thongkhosiem Haokip (6)Hyderabad FC - Marcelinho (7), Bobo (5), Liston Colaco & Marko Stankovi (2)Number of clean sheets from last ISL seasonBengaluru FC - Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (11)Hyderabad FC - No clean sheets last seasonAlso Read: Dart rules: Everything about you need to know about Dart
ATK Mohun Bagan will face Bengaluru FC in the eighth week of Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21 matches. The match will be held at the Vätorda Stadium in Margao, Goa.ISL Live ATK Mohun Bagan previewThe Mariners suffered a minor setback in their campaign in Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21 when they were defeated by Jamshedpur FC. Nevertheless, Antonio Habas' team managed to keep track and leave disappointment behind as per the ISL Points Table.In their next two matches, against Hyderabad FC and FC Goa, they collected four points, a draw, and a win. Roy Krishna was the Mariners' attacking champion, having scored five goals in six matches this Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21 Season.The defense is back in the classic four-man background, with Sandesh Jinggan and Terry in the middle. Pritam Kotal and Subhashish Bose have both worked well with the teams with their ability to contribute to offense as well.Carl McHugh plays as a central defensive midfielder, connecting between defense and midfield. Roy Krishna will team up with David Williams, and Mandir Singh will be by his side in ATK's Mohun Pagan attack.ISL Live Bengaluru FC Team PreviewHead coach Carles Quadrat hopes his team can continue with a positive start to the Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21. The Blues are unbeaten for six games yet, with three wins and many draws as per the ISL Points Table.After starting with three draws in the first four matches, the Blues were able to get it right. They have convincingly won their last two games against Kerala Blasters FC and Odisha FC this Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21 Season as per ISL Points Table.Forward strikers Sunil Chetri and Clayton Silva are doing well and will strive to keep up the same trend.ISL Live ATK Mohun Pagan signs against BengaluruThe two sides have met on previous occasions at Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21. Bengaluru FC enjoys a 5-2 lead over the former ATK by drawing in their head-to-head matches as per the ISL Points Table.As a newly merged entity, ATK Mohun Bagan will face Bengaluru FC for the first time at Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21. Since the current shape of the two sides is good, it will be difficult to separate the two teams in Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21.ISL Live Prediction: ATK Mohun Bagan 1 - 1 Bengaluru FCAlso Read: ISL LIVE 2020-21: NORTHEAST UNITED FC VS JAMSHEDPUR FC, ISL LIVE SCORE, ISL POINTS TABLE 2020, PREDICTION
The Ninth round of Indian Super League(ISL) 2020-21 will witness the confrontation between Bengaluru Football Club and Jamshedpur. The match will take place at Fatorda Stadium in Margao, Goa, when the Indian Super League(ISL) event kicks off in the last week of 2020.ISL Live Bengaluru FC Team PreviewBengaluru FC has been one of the most consistent teams in the Indian Super League(ISL) and currently ranks third in the Indian Super League(ISL) 2020-21 ranking. Over the course of seven matches, they won three, drawn three and lost one game, thereby gaining twelve points as per the ISL Points Table.Harmanjot Khabra and Rahul Bheke were great wingers, contributing both to attack and defense. Dimas Delgado and Erik Bartallo commanded the midfield, controlling the flow and rhythm of the match.Sunil Chhetri and Clayton Silva were crucial in the Blues attack, with each scoring three goals in their seven matches. Skipper Chhetri will try to score more goals as the season progresses.ISL Live Jamshedpur FC - PreviewJamshedpur FC coach Owen Cowell will support his players to recover from their loss to FC Goa. The Red Miners' unbeaten streak of six games ended when they lost 2--1 to FC Goa at Tilak Maidan as per the ISL Points table.Stephen Eyes opened the scoring for Jamshedpur FC, but two goals from Goa striker Igor Angulo caused them to lose the lead. Nereus Valskis was the team's top scorer this season, but he was calm in the last two games.Jakishand Singh, Aitor Monroy and Alex Lima were the creative midfielders for the Red Miners. Young Indians have been impressed by Anikit Jadhav and Isaac Vanmalsawma with their performances so far.ISL Live Bengaluru FC vs Jamshedpur PredictionsBengaluru Football Club and Jamshedpur FC have met six times in the last three seasons at Indian Super League(ISL).The two teams are tied for two wins each on their head-to-head record. Two of the six matches ended in a draw, the last one being Blues fashion as per the ISL Points Table.Given the current form of the two teams, an exciting match awaits at Fatorda. The Blues have the upper hand with a tougher defensive setup and a host of attack options.ISL Live Prediction: Bengaluru FC 2 - 1 Jamshedpur FCAlso Read: THE REASON BEHIND BANNING REFUELING IN F1
Events continue into the ninth week of the games in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21, with Chennayin FC set to face ATK Mohun Bagan. The match will be played at GMC Stadium in Bambolim, Goa.ISL Live Preview Chennaiyin FCCoach Chapa Laszlo will be delighted with his team's performance in recent ISL matches. Marina Matches defeated FC Goa and tied Northeast United FC and SC East Bengal in their last three Indian Super League (ISL) matches as per the ISL Points Table.The return of midfield master Anerod Thapa boosted the team's creative play. Along with Brazilian midfielder Rafael Crivellaro, Thapa is a staple in Chennai FC.Laszlo winger Reagan Singh will return to compete on a key mission after the latter served his one-match ban. Singh had collected four yellow cards in the competition over the course of six matches.With two wins, two losses, and three draws in seven matches, Chennaiyin FC is ranked seventh in the Indian Super League (ISL) standings.ISL Live ATK Mohun Bagan previewATK Mohun Bagan was one of the most consistent teams in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2020-21. The Mariners have won five of seven matches and lost only once in the competition so far as per the ISL Points Table.With strong defensive lineups from Sandesh Jhingan, Tiri, Pritam Kotal, and Subhashish Bose, ATKMB clinched five clean sheets. Irishman Karl McHugh had a strong presence in midfield, working between offense and defense.ATK Mohun Bagan also has one of the fiercest attacks in the league which is Roy Krishna, David Williams, and Manvir Singh. The three forwards were among the goals, and Krishna was on top as per the ISL Points Table.ISL Live Chennai FC vs Mohun Pagan vs ATKATK Mohun Bagan FC will face Chennaiyin FC for the first time in Indian Super League (ISL) as a newly incorporated entity.Previously, the former ATK had a 7-4 head-to-head advantage over Chennaiyin FC. Four of their matches ended with the two teams sharing points as per the ISL Points Table.Chennaiyin FC and ATK Mohun Bagan will be confident to enter the game after a string of positive results recently. However, with stronger defense and attack, ATK Mohun Bagan will have the upper hand in this match.ISL Live Prediction: Chennaiyin FC 1-2 ATK Mohun BaganAlso Read: ISL 2020-21: Bengaluru FC vs Jamshedpur FC ISL LIVE, ISL LIVE SCORE, ISL POINTS TABLE
IPL Auctions 2021 - No major sponsor on board yet:The biggest cricket league in the world, the Indian Premier League (IPL), once again has no sponsors. The relationship between IPL and title sponsor Dream11 ended on December 31 with a very remote chance to renew the deal with the flagship fantasy platform. Neither the official IPL website (Iplt20.com) nor any of the IPL press releases bear the Dream11 name or logo.Senior BCCI Officer in Sponsor Status IPL 2021. We are told that it is likely that the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) will make a new bid for the main sponsor, as a return to the former sponsors VIVO is not possible."Bidding for the new main sponsor is the only possible option currently available. The IPL deal for 2020 was almost half of it and we cannot continue it. A return to LIVE is also unlikely in the current situation. A Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry official said:" The final decision will be made on the new bid. And sponsor the title soon. "It should be noted that BCCI suspended its 440 Cr sponsorship deal with VIVO in the wake of anti-China sentiment ahead of IPL 2020. This led to Dream11 entering as a title sponsor, but for 222Cr, which is nearly half the price of the VIVO bargain. While signing the agreement, Dream11 tried to negotiate with BCCI to extend the rights to IPL 2022 also at the same price. But BCCI held up and the deal was eventually signed for only one season, i.e. IPL 2020.Will the auction take place without the main sponsor on board?The Board of Directors decided to hold the IPL Auctions 2021 on February 18th in Chennai, which is less than 3 weeks old. It will be difficult for BCCI to terminate the main sponsor before IPL auctions 2021.The IPL Auction is a widely broadcast and televised event in which the Main Sponsor, in particular, earns a large number of Miles and it currently appears that the auction in Chennai will be held without the Main Sponsor.Options with BCCI -1) Renegotiate the deal with Dream11:- Seems unlikely. This could put BCCI in a legal mess. The title sponsorship tender published by BCCI prior to the IPL 2020 was for only one year and if BCCI decided to renegotiate the agreement with Dream11 for another year, that would be contrary to the terms of the bid and could be challenged by the competing parties.2) Return to VIVO:- BCCI has all contractual rights to return to VIVO as the main sponsor. But the question is, will they risk defying the public sentiment that is still against China and Chinese companies? Once again, the choice appears unlikely.3) Bid for the main sponsor:-This appears to be the most feasible option in the current circumstances. This gives everyone involved a fair chance. Even BCCI can get a prime sponsor of similar value to what VIVO promised thanks to the massive audience numbers of IPL 2020.The problem with choice is lack of time. The Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is unlikely to launch a tender in the next few days and complete the paperwork ahead of IPL auctions 2021.So don't be surprised if auctions for the world's largest cricket league take place without a major sponsor on board on February 18.Also Read: India vs England 2021 | England tour of India Full Schedule, venue, dates - All you need to know
As the popularity of the best esports games grows, new and exciting possibilities also increase. Just think of titles like Fortnite and League of Legends, and the number of pro players who started in just those two games. For gamers willing to dedicate their time, a career as an esports professional or live stream player comes in handy.The first step? Knowing where to start, of course! This is where our list of best online games comes in. In this article, we are going to talk about the most popular titles and show you some high-level games that you may have missed. Sounds like a plan? Let's Begin.Among all the options, how do we choose the games to feature?We look at three main factors: the popularity of the game, the number of events and tournaments, and the pool of estimated prizes. After analyzing the numbers, we have settled on this list of the 10 best e-sports. We hope it will serve as a comprehensive look at the competitive gaming landscape in 2021.10 BEST ONLINE GAMES IN 2021:S.No.Best E-SportsWebsiteGenrePublisherPrize Payouts1Counter-Strike: Global Offensive www.counter-strike.netFPSValve$92 Million2League of Legendswww.leagueoflegends.comMOBARiot Games73.5 Million3 Fortnitewww.epicgames.comBattle RoyaleEpic Games$84.5 Million4Dota 2www.dota2.comMOBAValve Corporation$221 Million5Overwatchwww.playoverwatch.comFPS Blizzard Entertainment $21.5 Million6Call of Dutywww.callofduty.comFPSActivision$29 Million7Hearthstonewww.playhearthstone.comDigital CCGBlizzard Entertainment$20.5 Million8Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siegewww.ubisoft.comFPSUbisoft$11 Million9PlayerUnknown’s Battlegroundswww.pubg.comBattle RoyalePUBG Corporation$21.5 Million10Super Smash Broswww.smashbros.comFightingNintendo$6 Million10. Super Smash BrosEvery Nintendo fan knows Smash Bros. Heck, even casual players know and respect a respected franchise. What makes it so popular? Smash Bros. pool Between characters from your favorite video game franchises in a fight to the death. Choose from over 75 characters and prepare for epic battles between Mario vs Zelda, Pikachu vs Pacman, or Sonic vs Joker. There are so many different attacks, saves, and ultimate games that make each match unique, and it's always exciting to see which player (and character) leads. What could he not love?However, not all Smash Bros titles are created equal, especially when it comes to the competitive scene. In particular, two versions stand out from the crowd: Melee and Ultimate.Smash Melee is the GameCube version of the game, which still attracts a large number of followers due to its powerful mechanics. Smash Ultimate is the latest version of the Switch, and its regular updates and DLC make it perfect for competitions.As for potential loot? Don't be fooled by the relatively small amount of prizes. Despite the endless controversy, Nintendo has not yet sponsored official matches. This means that Smash Bros tournament chests are entirely community-generated. However, Smash is so popular that tournaments always attract top talent from teams like Cloud9, Evil Geniuses, and Misfits.9. PlayerUnknown’s BattlegroundsPUBG has brought the Battle Royale genre to the masses. Although this wasn't BR's first success, it was the first to have such a thriving player and fan base.PUBG follows a tried and true formula. One hundred players drop into an island arena and fight to the last man standing Hunger Games style. Load weapons and ammo and fight to the death! You'll have to draw the four epic maps and use the environment to your advantage if you hope to survive the storm. It is an action-packed shooting game that will push you to the limits.As for the competitive landscape? Unlike most of my opponents in the game, he is alive and well. The 2019 PUBG World Championship featured 32 teams and 128 players in total who competed for cash prizes of $6 million. And the 2021 call promises greater participation, with all the typical fanfare included.8. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six SiegeThe Six Invitational 2020 program has just ended. First, a North American team called Spacestation Gaming took home $1 million in cash prizes. Divided into five parts, each $200,000. Not bad for a workday.Rainbow Six Siege is a tactical shooter that follows the typical team deathmatch formula, with some unique twists. Depending on the situation, Six Siege features different objectives, ranging from hostage rescue to defusing bombs. But one thing always remains constant: they must work together if they want to win. Use your connections to communicate enemy movement, carefully design your game plan, and stay on the alert. Teamwork makes dreams work, they say. And with prize payments approaching around $11 million, that's a big dream.7. HearthstoneHearthstone maintains a huge presence in esports and is one of the most influential games in the market.What makes it unique? It is literally an online card game. Similar to traditional tabletop CCGs like Magic the Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, players build decks and use them to battle other players around the world. There are plenty of ways to play, from ranked matches to team battles to casual single-player campaigns. common theme? A mysterious fantasy world inspired by the legends of Blizzard's Warcraft. And a variety of minions, monsters, weapons, and hero cards that you can use to draw the composition.Since its launch in 2014, total prize payments have exceeded 20 million. If you are looking for an esports game for mobile or want something more casual, Hearthstone is the way to go.6. Call of DutyModern Warfare introduces many new and exciting mechanics that we did not see in previous versions. There is a greater focus on the physical environment and map exploration, and the developers have blurred the lines between the campaign and multiplayer modes.And that's not even the best part! Activision is launching an exciting new Battle Royale mode called Warzone soon! Rumor has it that it features the same kill or die mechanics on an all-new map (complete with a variety of new dangers, of course).Since the first game was introduced in 2003, Call of Duty tournaments has paid out over $29 million in cash prizes. An impressive number, no doubt. But this is not the only good news! If the longevity of the franchise is any indication, new CoD players can rest easy knowing that their careers will still be relevant 10 years from now.5. OverwatchOverwatch has more than twenty heroes, and each one of them is unique. What does that mean exactly? Well, some specialize in attack, some in defense, and some in weird skills that you don't understand until you get into the game and experience them for yourself. But no matter which hero you choose, the task is always the same: eliminate the enemy team and get the most points. Oh, and keep a positive K/D, otherwise you risk giving your opponents victory.Like many Blizzard games, the development team actively supports the competitive landscape and the potential earnings are generous, to say the least. If you love classic comic book-style heroes and fast-paced competitive action, this is a game you don't want to miss.4. Dota 2Dota 2 is a MOBA with two teams of five fightings to the death. Your goal is to defend your base as you slowly advance towards the "Ancient" enemy, a sacred temple and source of its power. Destroy it and your team wins! Choose one of 117 unique heroes (each with their own combination of magical moves), join the game, and defend your path until the last breath. Your team counts on you!Although Dota 2 is only seven years old, it ranks among the highest-grossing esports games. The prize pool exceeds 200 million dollars and the number is growing! Of course, the competition is fierce, with top players from Team Liquid, OG, and other formidable teams joining the mix. Whether you like to play competitively or not, Dota 2 is so much fun that you don't want to miss it.3. FortniteAlthough other games have pushed the gaming industry up, Fortnite has broken the glass ceiling. After which he built an entirely new structure in his wake. Needless to say, we have Fortnite to thank for the explosive growth of esports in recent years.Fortnite has a strong competitive scene and the major esports leagues maintain dedicated teams. why? Just take a look at the Fortnite World Cup, where Epic Games gave away $30 million in cash prizes (the largest return in gaming history at the time). Fortnite is a great game and a great place to start for players looking for a fun and interesting community combined with high-stakes competitive action.2. League of LegendsThe success of Iot Games, League of Legends, has been going on for 10 years and it's still going strong. In addition to topping the Twitch viewer charts for several years in a row, it has been consistently ranked as one of the most popular esports games.League of Legends is a fantasy-inspired top-down MOBA or multiplayer online battle arena. At the beginning of each match, players choose their characters, choose the battle path, and a countdown begins. Each team must cross the map and destroy the enemy Nexus before they destroy you. Get rid of the towers and the opposing minions as you go, and always keep an eye on the tall grass; You never know where the danger lies. Inspirational maneuvers and first-class tactics will be required if you hope to be successful.While DOTA 2, another hugely popular MOBA, dwarfs the total LoL prize payout, LoL is more popular overall. It's also where many professional teams got their start, including heavy hitters like TSM and 100 Thieves. Overall, League of Legends is one of the best esports games on PC for thrill-seekers.1. Counter-Strike: Global OffensiveCS: GO is widely regarded as one of the best first-person shooter games out there, and it has been ranked number one on our list of the best esports games.Download the game through Steam Launcher, enter a game and choose your side: terrorist or anti-terrorist. Then hit the opposing team for any number of high-risk goals. Depending on the gameplay, this could include IRL-inspired death scenarios with friendly fire or intense bomb disposal situations.What makes CS: GO so competitive? Well, when you die, you are out until the end of the match! This creates opportunities for single players to score some amazing 1v2 (or more) victories. Get AWP and Flip Knife from Steam Community Market, then shoot/slide your way through intense matches with whatever you have on. It really is a winner takes it all.These high-stakes scenarios are combined with classic CS: GO FPS gameplay to make tournament play exciting fun. Even for the viewer, it's always a great show. The unexpected gameplay in Heck, CS: GO may be the reason why many of today's greatest artists, including Shroud and Summit1g, got started on the game.Also Read: Ranking The Best Call Of Duty Multiplayer Maps Of All Time
The stage is full set for the 14th edition of the IPL final. In the battle of the south and east, the Chennai Super Kings will face the Kolkata Knight Riders in the final of IPL 2021. In a critical finish, the Chennai Super Kings secured a 4-wicket victory over the Delhi Capitals to cement their spot in the finals. This is their ninth final and which is the most by any team in IPL history. Every individual player contributed a lot to the success of Chennai in this edition. Ruturaj Gaikwad is in contention for the Emerging Player of the award and again proved his worth by scoring valuable 70 runs in the winning cause in Qualifier 1. On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders held their nerves against Delhi Capitals in Qualifier 2 and won the match by three wickets in the final over the match, and booked their final spot. They have a 100 percent win record in the IPL finals and dreaming to lift the trophy for the third time. The second leg of the IPL was phenomenal for them as they totally became a formidable side.Match Details:Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders, FinalVenue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, DubaiDate &Time: October 15th at 7:30 PM IST, and at 6:00 PM local timeLive Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+HotstarPitch Report:It’s an excellent sporting wicket that has got genuine bounce. The par score on this surface is between 165-170. The seamers can extract more pace out of the wicket. Playing to the merit will be the key for the batters here.Probable Playing XIs CSK vs KKR:Chennai Super KingsRuturaj Gaikwad, Faf du Plessis, Robin Uthappa, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Dwayne Bravo, Shardul Thakur, Josh Hazlewood, Deepak ChaharKolkata Knight RidersShubman Gill, Venkatesh Iyer, Rahul Tripathi, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Eoin Morgan (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Sunil Narine, Lockie Ferguson, Shivam Mavi, Varun ChakravarthyCSK vs KKR Top Picks for CSK vs KKR Dream11 Match:Top Picks – BatsmenRuturaj Gaikwad is just 24 runs away from becoming the leading run-scorer in this edition of the IPL. He had a terrific journey in the IPL 2021 where he has scored 603 runs in 15 matches at an average of 46.38. Shubman Gill became the leading run-scorer for Knight Riders in this IPL. He made batting look very simple on bowling-friendly surfaces. In 16 matches in this edition, he has mustered 427 runs at an average of 26.68 with the highest score of 57.Top Picks – All-RoundersRavindra Jadeja can bowl 3-4 overs for his captain in quick succession without giving any sort of room for the batters to go after him. So far in this IPL, he has picked up 11 wickets at an economy of 6.86 and scored 227 runs with the bat at an average of 75.66. We can say easily say, Venkatesh Iyer, is the player to watch out for in the future. The batting abilities he has possessed in this IPL have been innumerable. In 9 matches, he has scored 320 runs at an average of 40 and even picked up 3 wickets as well.Top Picks – BowlersShardul Thakur will be brimming with confidence. He has been picked in the Indian T20 World Cup revised squad. He was rewarded for his excellent bowling performances in the 2nd leg of the IPL. Overall, in this IPL, he has scalped 18 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.75. With the way, Varun Chakravarthy is performing in this IPL, he will definitely be going to find his place in the final eleven in the T20 World Cup. In 16 matches, he has scalped 18 wickets in this edition of the IPL at an economy of 6.4.Top Picks – WicketkeepersThe greatest finisher, MS Dhoni has returned to his best with a match-winning knock of 18* runs from 6 balls in Qualifier 1 against Delhi Capitals. He still averages 16.28 in this tournament.Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CSK vs KKR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:MS Dhoni, Robin Uthappa, Faf du Plessis (c), Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer (vc), Shardul Thakur, Lockie Ferguson, Varun ChakravarthySuggested Playing XI No.2 for CSK vs KKR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:Dinesh Karthik, Ambati Rayudu, Nitish Rana, Rahul Tripathi (vc), Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Moeen Ali (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Josh Hazlewood, Shardul Thakur, Varun ChakravarthyCSK vs KKR Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:Player Statistics Dream11 Points Ruturaj Gaikwad 603 runs 900 Faf du Plessis 547 runs 868 Venkatesh Iyer 320 runs 577 Varun ChaKravarthy 18 wickets 648 Sunil Narine 14 wickets and 60 runs 597 CSK vs KKR Risky Captaincy Choices:Robin Uthappa showed his vintage batting skills in Qualifier 1 against top-quality Delhi Capitals bowling unit. He scored 63 runs in no time. He is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams. Nitish Rana has scored 383 runs in 15 innings in this tournament at an average of 31.91 with the highest score of 80. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.Player you should avoid:Eoin Morgan has been spot on with his captaincy skills but as a batter, he has failed in this tournament. Hence, it’s better to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.Also Read- BCCI unveils Team India's new jersey ahead of T20 World Cup
