A Newcastle United co-owner was reportedly part of a club delegation that met with Alexander Isak in a bid to keep the Liverpool target.

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According to the Daily Mail, Newcastle co-owner Jamie Reuben and club director Jacobo Solis met Isak at his house in Northumberland before the Magpies' Premier League clash with Liverpool on Monday. The report adds that this meeting is a 'step in the right direction' in a bid to reintegrate the Toon striker.

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Isak has made it clear he wants to leave Newcastle amid his efforts to sign for Liverpool. Manager Eddie Howe said this saga is "coming to an end" last week as Newcastle try to keep their prized asset. The report adds that Newcastle want the Swede to return to first-team training and then play for them soon. Whether that happens is up in the air.

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It is understood that a new Newcastle contract would be part of the discussions with Isak, if the 25-year-old is committed to the club this season. However, Magpies fans have called the former Real Sociedad man a "rat" for his wantaway actions, so it may be a while before he wins them over.

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Liverpool's initial bid for Isak of £110 million ($149m) was rejected by Newcastle earlier this month. It remains to be seen if the Reds will return with a new and improved offer before the transfer window shuts on September 1.

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O Palmeiras enfrenta o Bahia, nesta quarta-feira (1), às 15h (de Brasília), no Estádio Bruno José Daniel, em Santo André-SP, pela primeira rodada do Campeonato Brasileiro sub-20. Campeão em 2022, o time palestrino vai em busca de seu terceiro título da competição.

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No ano passado, o Palmeiras se sagrou campeão ao vencer o Corinthians por 1 a 0, com gol de Endrick, na final disputada na Neo Química Arena. O primeiro título do Brasileiro sub-20 veio em decisão contra o Vitória, com goleadas por 4 a 1 e 5 a 2, na edição de 2018.

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A partida contra o Bahia será a primeira do time alviverde após o título da Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior, no dia 25 de janeiro. As Crias da Academia faturaram a taça ao bater o América-MG por 2 a 1, no Canindé, com gols de Ruan Ribeiro e Patrick, encerrando a campanha com 100% de aproveitamento.

Os torcedores palmeirenses poderão assistir ao jogo desta quarta de forma gratuita no Bruno José Daniel. O estádio recebeu a goleada por 5 a 0 sobre o Floresta, pelas quartas da Copinha deste ano.

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O Verdão está no Grupo B do Brasileiro sub-20, ao lado de Athletico-PR, Atlético-GO, Bahia, Cruzeiro, Fortaleza, Goiás, Grêmio, Santos e São Paulo. Enquanto isso, o Grupo A é composto por América-MG, Atlético-MG, Botafogo, Ceará, Corinthians, Cuiabá, Flamengo, Fluminense, Internacional e Red Bull Bragantino.

Como o time sub-20 do Palmeiras conquistou o Brasileiro e a Copa do Brasil da categoria no ano passado, carimbou vaga na disputa da Libertadores sub-20. É a primeira vez que o Palestra participa do torneio, que será realizado em julho, no Chile.

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O Campeonato Brasileiro sub-20 conta com 20 times, que são divididos em dois grupos com dez equipes cada. Na primeira fase, os clubes se enfrentam em turno único, e os quatro melhores classificados de cada chave avançam às quartas de final. Os jogos eliminatórios são realizados em confrontos de ida e volta, com exceção da decisão, disputada em partida única.

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Veja os jogos do Palmeiras pelo Brasileiro sub-20:

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1/3 – 15h: Palmeiras x Bahia – Bruno José Daniel

9/3 – 15h: Atlético-GO x Palmeiras – Antônio Accioly

17/3 – 19h: Palmeiras x Goiás – Academia de Futebol 2

21/3 – 15h: Palmeiras x Fortaleza – Academia de Futebol 2

28/3 – 20h: Cruzeiro x Palmeiras – Castor Cifuentes

9/4 – 20h30: Palmeiras x Santos – Allianz Parque

A definir: Grêmio x Palmeiras – a definir

A definir: Palmeiras x Athletico-PR – a definir

A definir: São Paulo x Palmeiras – a definir

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Neste domingo (26), o Corinthians derrotou o Athletico-PR por 1 a 0no Nogueirão, em Mogi das Cruzes, pela quinta rodada do Brasileirão Feminino. Com gol de falta marcado por Luana Bertolucci, as Brabas continuam na liderança e com 100% de aproveitamento na competição.

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Gabi Zanotti, Miriã, Ellen, Erika e Jaqueline foram os desfalques do Timão. Logo, a equipe que entrou em campo foi:Lelê; Paulinha, Giovanna Campiolo, Mariza e Yasmim; Ju Ferreira, Luana e Vic Albuquerque; Gabi Portilho, Tamires e Jheniffer.

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O primeiro tempo do jogo foi bem morno, com poucas chances criadas pelos dois times. Porém o que diminuiu ainda mais o ritmo das jogadoras foi a queda de energia no Nogueirão aos 13 minutos da primeira etapa. O refletor do estádio apagou e a árbitra Adeli Mara Monteiro decidiu paralisar a partida.

Após 17 minutos, o confronto reiniciou e as Brabas continuaram com uma postura ofensiva. Ju Ferreira arriscou de fora da área, mas a bola passou perto do gol do Athletico-PR. Pelo lado visitante, Thayslane se aproximou do gol de Lelê após boa troca de passes, porém finalizou para fora. A etapa inicial, que durou 67 minutos, terminou em 0 a 0.

Na segunda etapa, o Corinthians conseguiu sua primeira grande chance aos 12 minutos. Millene sofreu falta próxima à área adversária, Luana fez uma bela cobrança e marcou o gol da vitória do Timão, que criou as melhores oportunidades do segundo tempo.

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Ao fim do jogo, faltando somente em minuto para o fim do tempo regulamentar, Gabi Morais levou a pior em uma dividida e saiu de campo chorando. A partida terminou com um placar ‘magro’, mas com a vitória, as Brabas seguem na liderança do Brasileirão com 100% de aproveitamento.

Foi a quinta vitória consecutiva do Corinthians, que chegou a 15 pontos e lidera a competição. A Ferroviária e o Flamengo vem atrás, com 12. O Palmeiras, que tem 10, ainda joga amanhã e pode retomar a vice-liderança.

Argentina will “enjoy Lionel Messi while we have him”, with Lionel Scaloni saying the all-time great has “won the right to decide when he retires”.

• All-time great will turn 39 next summer
• Expected to grace another major tournament
• Coach happy with selection options

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  It has been suggested that an upcoming World Cup qualifier against Venezuela may be the last competitive international fixture that Messi graces in his homeland. Friendlies could be arranged ahead of next summer’s FIFA finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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  Messi has offered no indication that he is thinking about retirement, but he will turn 39 in July 2026 and is expected to call time on his international career after helping the Albiceleste to try and defend the global title that they claimed at Qatar 2022.

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  The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner currently has 193 caps and 112 goals to his name. Argentina will allow their talismanic No.10 to dictate when he walks away, with head coach Scaloni telling : “Messi still makes the difference, cracks are like that. Messi has won the right to decide when he retires. Let’s enjoy Messi while we have him.”

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  Messi has been joined at MLS side Inter Miami by an international colleague, in the form of Rodrigo De Paul, and Scaloni added when asked about picking those plying their trade in North America: “De Paul in MLS? I know Rodrigo well. We don’t value where they play, but rather their performances. If he continues to be the same as always, he’ll stay. It’s up to him. I don’t think he’ll have any problems. We know his training style and how he takes care of himself.”

Manchester United flop Antony has revealed he rejected an offer to link up with Harry Kane at Bayern Munich before sealing his permanent transfer to Real Betis. The Brazilian winger, who fell out of favour under Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford, officially sealed his return to Betis in a €25 million (£21m/$27m) deal on deadline day, penning a five-year contract.

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Antony's game time at United significantly reduced after Amorim took charge of the club last November. He was eventually sent out on loan in the January transfer window to Real Betis, where he enjoyed a successful six-month spell. The Brazilian returned to Old Trafford this summer, but he was forced to train with Amorim's 'Bomb Squad' while the club worked to get him a permanent transfer.

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Now, the 25-year-old has claimed that he had offers from at least five other clubs, including German champions Bayern Munich, but he had made up his mind to return to Betis. 

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Speaking to , Antony said: "I spoke with Bayern Munich. I don't know if it was [a] €7 million [offer], but I said I had Betis's word and that it was 95% certain and that I would respect my word. I feel comfortable making this decision because I'm very happy here. More than five teams called me."

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Antony could play his first match after completing his permanent transfer on September 14, as Real Betis take on Levante in La Liga. Manuel Pelligrini's side are currently eighth in the table with one win, two draws and one defeat recorded in their first four games of the new season.

India spun out New Zealand, before England edged out Australia in a nail-biter

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It was heartbreak and ecstasy in equal measures in Potchefstroom as India and England made the final of the inaugural Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup to be played on Sunday. While India comfortably beat New Zealand in the first semi-final, tensions swayed one way and then the other before England edged Australia out by three runs in a low-scoring thriller.Defending 99, England fast bowlers Ellie Anderson and Alexa Stonehouse struck early before legspinner Hannah Baker’s triple-strike crippled Australia. She varied her flight and length to bowl Ella Hayward and then got enough purchase from the surface to have Australia captain Rhys McKenna caught at mid-off and trapped wicketkeeper Paris Hall three balls later to have them at 59 for 7.Ella Wilson and Milly Illingworth, batting at No. 9 and No. 10, managed to hit a four apiece towards the end to get the equation down to Australia needing four with two wickets and just shy of three overs in hand. But the latter was run out via a direct hit from Ryana MacDonald-Gay from mid-off before Grace Scrivens trapped No. 11 Maggie Clark lbw with her offspin to spark off wild celebrations.Milly Illingworth was run out off a direct-hit•ICC/Getty Images

The scene was far removed from the halfway stage when Clark, Hayward and Sianna Ginger walked back with three-fors. The script went awry for England after opting to bat, as they lost wickets at regular intervals to be placed at 29 for 4 at the end of the powerplay.The pace of Illingworth and the nagging lengths of Clark had seen the back of Liberty Heap – who has forged a successful alliance at the top with captain Scrivens – and No. 3 Niamh Holland. Offspinner Hayward inflicted further misery by breaking the back of the middle order.But Scrivens – second at present in the tournament’s list of run-scorers – held one end up even as she saw England slide to 37 for 5 in the ninth over. However, a full length ball from seamer Ginger was hard to resist for her and she holed out to Claire Moore at long-off for 20. It was only because of a 46-run eighth-wicket partnership between Stonehouse (25) and Josie Groves (15) that England had managed to get close to hundred.ESPNcricinfo Ltd

India spin out New ZealandEarlier in the day, India’s spinners wove a web around New Zealand and kept them to 107 for 9 before a masterclass from opener Shweta Sehrawat helped them cruise to an eight-wicket win. Sehrawat scored an unbeaten 61 off just 45 balls with ten fours and was involved in a second-wicket partnership of 62 with Soumya Tiwari (26). It was her third half-century in the competition, by virtue of which she found herself atop the batting charts.This was after legspinner Parshavi Chopra, who shone with a Player-of-the-Match performance against Sri Lanka, starred with three for 20 to leave New Zealand short of par. She broke the 37-run second-wicket partnership between Georgia Plimmer and Isabella Gaze (26) by trapping the latter lbw.Only Plimmer offered some resistance with the bat with a 32-ball 35 and she was the seventh batter out with the score on 91.

While allrounder Cameron Green is on the cusp of a major IPL deal, he’s been left with a “weird” feeling after playing a minimal role in Australia’s strong start to the home Test summer.Green, 23, has attracted enormous interest ahead of the upcoming IPL player auction, but his obvious talents with bat and ball haven’t been greatly required of late.With Australia’s top-order rampant against West Indies, No. 6 Green barely had a chance to spend time in the middle. He didn’t bat in the Perth Test – his first at home – then only made 9 and 5 in Adelaide when declarations were in the air.Related

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On a bowler-dominated Gabba surface, Green played fluently in the first innings for a run-a-ball 18 to briefly curb South Africa’s quicks then faced just three deliveries as Australia staggered over the line in the chase.He has also bowled just 32 overs across the three Tests, including three during the Gabba match. Green didn’t play in the Sheffield Shield ahead of the Tests after being a late inclusion into Australia’s T20 World Cup squad.”It’s definitely been a weird start to the summer for myself not having to do too much,” Green told reporters. “Being an allrounder you’re the guy to help out when the team needs. At the moment it feels like I’m not really needed.”It’s probably a sign of how well the team is playing. We’ve been winning games of cricket and that’s what you want.”Cameron Green leaps in the gully to catch Sarel Erwee•Getty Images

Green, however, remains confident he can have an impact if required in the pivotal Boxing Day Test against South Africa.”All you can look at is how you are training and I feel in a pretty good space,” he said. “I’m hitting the ball well. If you can’t get much game time that’s the only way you can tell how you are going. I feel pretty good in the nets.”He hasn’t been entirely a spectator with Green’s fielding in the gully a particular highlight in Brisbane, where he claimed several sharp catches and five overall.The towering Green is perhaps an unusual presence behind the wicket but his agility and safe pair of hands have made him especially reliable.”I was always in the slips, [gully is] pretty similar,” he said. “The only change is in the gully you’re watching the batter instead of the ball.”Even though he didn’t spend much time batting on the much debated Gabba surface, which was deemed “below average” by match referee Richie Richardson, Green fronted a vicious short bouncer from tearaway Anrich Nortje which sailed over his head to the boundary for byes to end the match.”He [Nortje] has shown what he can bring to the team…that raw pace,” Green said. “You don’t get to face it too much, facing 150 [kph]. I think most of the batters are happy they got to face that. If we can withstand that, and we know we can, it gives us a little insight into how to face him at the MCG.”After enjoying an unexpected few days off, Australia can clinch the series with victory in the traditional Boxing Day Test – the first between the countries since 2008.”Three days to recharge is pretty invaluable. A lot of the guys were lucky enough to go home…been on the road for a long time. ” Green said. “Very special [the Boxing Day Test]. The national anthem always gets to you, it’s loud out there. We’ve had some special games there.”

This is the simple reason why national teams are not wearing any sponsorships on their jerseys

You're watching your national team line up for a crucial World Cup qualifier. The tension is palpable, the nation holds its breath.

But something's different, isn't it? That familiar logo emblazoned across the chest. Unlike your beloved club side, there's no betting company, no airline, no car manufacturer vying for space on the hallowed shirt.

Ever wondered why? Why national teams are seemingly exempt from the all-consuming world of football sponsorship that sees clubs raking in millions from jersey deals? The answer, like many things in football, boils down to rules, regulations, and a healthy dose of tradition.

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• The FIFA rulebook: A sponsor-free zone

  The governing body of world football, FIFA, has a fairly simple stance on national team shirt sponsorship: The FIFA equipment regulations state: “All advertising by sponsors on any element of match clothing is used or introduced into the stadium during official games is banned.”

  That's pretty definitive. No squeezing in that online casino you like to bet on, or whatever upstart energy drink is hot right now. It applies across the board, from the World Cup final to a friendly between two lower-ranked nations.

  But why? Is it a sudden surge of puritanical spirit within FIFA HQ? Unlikely.

  The most logical explanation lies in a careful balancing act: protecting their own lucrative sponsorship deals. FIFA rakes in billions from official partners like Coca-Cola, Adidas, and Visa. Allowing individual national teams to sport their own sponsors on their jerseys would dilute the impact of these global partnerships, potentially costing FIFA a fortune.

  Imagine a World Cup final between Brazil and Germany. If Brazil's shirt prominently featured a rival sportswear brand to Adidas, the official tournament sponsor, it would be a marketing nightmare for FIFA. All of a sudden, all of the advertising around the pitch becomes less valuable. Essentially, FIFA wants to ensure that their official partners receive maximum exposure during their flagship tournaments.

  It's a classic case of protecting the golden goose.

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• The warm-up loophole: A compromise

  While match jerseys remain pristine and sponsor-free, national teams can display their partners on training gear and warm-up attire. This creates a bizarre dichotomy: players sporting a clean, iconic jersey during the game, and then transforming into walking billboards during the pre-match preparations.

  You'll often see players clad in jackets and training tops plastered with logos of various sponsors. This loophole allows national teams to generate some commercial revenue without compromising FIFA's sponsorship arrangements.

  It's a compromise, albeit a somewhat awkward one. It allows teams to appease their sponsors and boost their coffers, while still adhering to FIFA's regulations for official matches.

  During a friendly against Ghana in March, the England squad were spotted in white tracksuits emblazoned with the name of a popular soft drink. The same can be said of post-match interviews.

  It's worth noting that there are rules governing sponsor placement and size even on training apparel, ensuring they don't overshadow the national team crest or interfere with the overall aesthetic.

• The cost of purity: Lost revenue

  The decision to ban shirt sponsorships comes at a significant cost for national teams. Consider the sums involved. Real Madrid, for example, generates a reported £62 million annually from their shirt sponsor. Imagine how much a global powerhouse like France, the reigning world champions, could command for similar exposure. They have to be content with their Nike kit deal, estimated at $56 million per year until 2026. While this is a substantial sum, it pales in comparison to the potential revenue from a dedicated shirt sponsor.

  This lost income could be reinvested in grassroots football development, player training, or improving infrastructure. It's a debate that often surfaces, with some arguing that the benefits of increased funding outweigh the perceived loss of tradition or purity. For smaller nations, the lack of shirt sponsorship revenue can be particularly detrimental. It puts them at a significant disadvantage compared to wealthier countries with more established commercial partnerships. Ultimately, the decision rests with FIFA, who prioritize their own sponsorship interests above the individual financial gains of national teams.

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• Barcelona and UNICEF: A different kind of sponsorship

  There is one prominent and notable exception to clubs financially exploiting the space on their jerseys. From 2006 to 2011, Barcelona sported the UNICEF logo on their shirts, a move widely praised as a powerful statement of social responsibility. This wasn't a traditional sponsorship deal, however. Barcelona actually paid UNICEF a substantial sum each year to display the logo, rather than the other way around. It was a groundbreaking initiative that demonstrated the potential for football to promote positive social causes.

  Although the UNICEF deal was later replaced with a paid sponsorship from Qatar Foundation, the Barcelona-UNICEF partnership remains a significant moment in football history. Ironically, Barcelona didn't have a sponsor on their shirts for many years before their deal with UNICEF, so in some ways a sponsorless shirt is also part of the club's tradition.

  The numbers spoke for themselves. In 2005, without sponsors, Barcelona sold 900,000 shirts. With UNICEF emblazoned on the chest, shirt sales grew to 1.1 million. With Qatar Airways, they hit 1.2 million. This illustrates the impact that a meaningful or innovative partnership can have on fan engagement and merchandise sales.

  While traditional sponsorships are driven by commercial gain, collaborations with charitable organizations can resonate with fans on a deeper level. So, while you may never see "Visit Rwanda" or "Paddy Power" emblazoned across Harry Kane's chest during a World Cup match, remember that the absence of sponsors is a deliberate decision, driven by FIFA's desire to protect its own commercial interests.

  Whether that's a good thing for the game as a whole is a debate that will likely continue for years to come. But don't bet on seeing it change any time soon.

Ex-Spurs star Steven Caulker says Harry Kane "wasn't the best player" in the club's youth set-up but he knows why he's gone on to become a success.

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Kane is currently riding high after winning the first major title of his career. The Bayern striker helped fire the Bavarian giants to the Bundesliga title to end his infamous trophy curse after failing to land any silverware during his 19 years with Spurs.

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Kane may be one of the biggest stars on the planet but he didn't impress Caulker during his time in the youth set-up at Spurs. The former defender has been reminiscing about the duo's time at the club and has, perhaps surprisingly, claimed that Kane did not really stand out. However, Caulker does believe he knows why Kane has been able to go and enjoy such a successful career.

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He posted on LinkedIn: "Harry Kane wasn't the best player in our youth team. In fact, at the time, I'm not sure I would have even put him in the top five. For context, I came through Spurs academy, where they produced a phenomenal amount of talent in a really short space of time. Kyle Walker, Kyle Naughton, Danny Rose, Andros Townsend, Ryan Mason, Adam Smith, Jake Livermore, Tommy Carroll, Alex Pritchard, Nabil Bentaleb, and myself all went on to play in the Premier League. Plus many other talented players who went on to play professional football at various different levels. Harry was in the year below me, and if I'm honest, he rarely stood out to me as having anything special. One thing I do remember though, is his mentality. It was second to none. Roll on a few years, and a few loan spells, Harry got his break with Spurs. Harry has gone on to surpass all of us with his incredible individual achievements; the only player in the same bracket is Kyle Walker, who Spurs paid a lot of money for as a youngster. The point of the story? Life isn't a sprint. Some of us are ahead of the curve before others, but if we don't have the right mentality to stay there, we will soon be overtaken. Well done, H. Simply incredible what you have achieved so far."

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Bayern wrap up their Bundesliga season on Saturday against Hoffenheim and then return to action in June at the Club World Cup with group games against Auckland City, Boca Juniors and Benfica.

Fast bowler Jaydev Unadkat will be available to captain Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy final against Bengal starting on February 16 in Kolkata, after he was released from the India squad for the second Test against Australia starting on February 17.It is understood that Unadkat was keen to play the Ranji Trophy final and initiated the request with the Indian team management before the selectors approved his release.Saurashtra qualified for the Ranji Trophy final on Sunday by beating Karnataka by four wickets in the semi-final in Bengaluru. Bengal won the other semi-final against Madhya Pradesh by 306 runs.Unadkat’s availability is a boost to Saurashtra’s prospects in the final, as they aim for their second title after winning their first in the 2019-20 season. Though he has played just three matches this Ranji Trophy season, Unadkat led the side in all those fixtures and took 17 wickets at an average of 13.64.His best performance came in the group match against Delhi, when he took a hat-trick in the first over of the match on his way to career-best innings figures of 8 for 39. He also scored 70 in that game. Unadkat did not play any of the knockouts for Saurashtra, who were led by Arpit Vasavada in the quarter-finals and semi-finals.After making his Test comeback in Bangladesh in December last year following a gap of 12 years, Unadkat was part of India’s Test squad for the first two Tests of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. He did not feature in the XI in the first Test of the series in Nagpur, which India won by an innings and 132 runs inside three days. The second Test will be played in Delhi between February 17 and 21, and India are expected to field an unchanged bowling attack comprising R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj.