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‘I had nothing to do with hit on doctor’ Father denies any involvement in killing of anaesthetist accused of negligence in his son’s death JANINE MOODLEY THE father of Zayyaan Sayed has denied involvement in the killing of specialist anaesthetist, Dr Abdulhay Munshi. Mohammadh Sayed made the statement following several reports that suggested it was a revenge killing for his son’s death in October 2019. Zayyaan,10, who suffered from reflux, underwent a laparoscopic procedure conducted by Munshi and Dr Peter Beale, a paediatric surgeon, at Johannesburg’s Park Lane Hospital. His lung collapsed soon after the surgery and he died. Munshi and Beale were accused of negligence and were suspended from the hospital after investigations by Netcare and the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA). Before the investigations were finalised, they…

Bid to give the deaf community a voice CHANELLE LUTCHMAN THE acting head of department at a school for the deaf believes it would be a victory if sign language was recognised as South Africa’s 12th official language. Asha Udith Khelawan, of the VN Naik School for the Deaf, said that as a deaf person she knew and had seen the struggles the deaf community had faced. Khelawan said if sign language were to become the 12th official language, it would mean that she would be equal to all South Africans. “I would have an identity. It would be a nice win for this community,” said Khelawan, 44. September marks the 62nd anniversary of International Month for the Deaf. It is also the month that the South African Sign Language…

Crematorium stays closed as new furnaces fail CHANELLE LUTCHMAN FOR MORE than a decade, residents in Chatsworth and surrounding areas have been unable to cremate the bodies of their loved ones at the Mobeni Heights Crematorium. Despite two furnaces being installed at the government facility over the past three years, the crematorium remains closed. Ganas Govender, the councillor of Ward 69, of which the crematorium is part, said: “Things are not looking promising. I visit the premises at least once a week to check on the progress but the situation is the same. “Initially, there was one furnace but, in 2017, the city installed a second one at a cost of R4.5 million of taxpayers money. It worked for about a year, while the other one was inoperable. Then the…

Joburg businessman kidnapped by ‘cops’ JANINE MOODLEY HAMZA Khan, a Gauteng businessman, was kidnapped on Friday by two men allegedly posing as policemen. The kidnappers, dressed in white, confronted Khan, 30, outside his family’s butchery in Fordsburg at about 9.30am. The incident was captured on CCTV and shared on social media by Yusuf Abramjee, an anti-crime activist. Khan was removed from his vehicle and into an awaiting car. Abramjee said the suspects were allegedly posing as policemen, a method used in other cases where businessmen were kidnapped. He said in previous incidents in Fordsburg and Mayfair, the suspects informed the victims that they were under arrest. The victims did not resist. Abramjee did not disclose if the suspects had contacted Khan’s family for a ransom. He said several businessmen had…

Killer ‘will feel the pain every day…’ CHANELLE LUTCHMAN KARIMA Abdul believes justice has been delivered after her sister’s killer was sentenced last week to 15 years in prison. Abdul’s older sister, Salma Sheik, 43, died after her daughter’s boyfriend reversed into her during an argument at her home in Woodhurst, Chatsworth, in 2017. Sheik’s husband, Afzal Haniff, 48, was also knocked over and sustained multiple injuries. Sheik was a mother of three and a crèche teacher. Rayen Chetty, 27, who was in a relationship with the couple’s daughter, Raheesa, was found guilty last month of murder and attempted murder. Magistrate Sophie Reddy said Chetty’s sentence must reflect the circumstances of the accused, the seriousness of the offence, and the natural indignation of the public. “You committed these offences because…

Losing our religion? Minority faiths need recognition, too Declaring public holidays for Hindu and Muslim festivals would aid in reconciliation BRIJ MAHARAJ Mohammad Ponir Hossain REUTERS TWENTY-SIX years into democracy and South Africans of different rainbow colours, languages, religions, ethnic roots and geographical origins are still trying to find each other, seeking common ground, while sometimes appearing to be residing on different planets in the universe. (There are rumours that racists, hankering for a return to the old South Africa, plan to colonise Venus, our “sister planet”, and are “likely to live high above the ground”.) The ultimate quest is that from this melting pot, a common cultural heritage will emerge. Invariably, there have been robust public debates about what form this should take. Pearl Boshomane Tsotetsi has argued that…

Respect for other religions crucial IT IS COMMON practice in thousands of homes for the followers of Hinduism to rise every day at 3am, do the necessary and begin their prayer and meditation at about 4am. I fall into this category. This period of prayer and meditation is prescribed in our holy scriptures and by our God-realised saints or swamis as they are known. Complete silence during this prescribed period is the essence of a successful meditation (when one is able to connect with the divine). Therefore, the most important principle of co-existence comes to the fore. Furthermore, the principle of practising one’s religion with absolute due respect for the religious practice of another religious group is also essential. May I add that nobody will be able to pray or…

Critics of call to prayer are intolerant and Islamophobic THE letter “An outdated tradition in a multi-religious society” by Anand Singh (the POST, September 9-13) does not let facts get in the way of his Islamophobic diatribe. A self-confessed supporter, if not a member, of the fascist neo-Nazi style Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Professor Singh under the guise of academic questions uses negative adjectives to clearly denigrate Islam and Muslims. He phrases his questions in a way that already implies that Muslims are guilty of the very issues that he questions. Let us deal with the factual inaccuracies. He states as fact that Chandra Ellaurie, in the Isipingo call to prayer (Azaan) case, was subjected to “louder than legal noise limits”. Ellaurie himself clearly stated that the Azaan that he…

Please maintain the Azaan I REFER to the letter “An outdated tradition in a multi-religious society” by Anand Singh (the POST, September 9-13). I write as a follower of the Hindu faith with a view to discovering God. The Azaan is as relevant today as it was 1400 years ago. Muslims, as part of their faith, are reminded five times a day of their duty to God and that everything rests with him. I support the call to prayer in its current form. The right to call to prayer is enshrined in the Constitution as it is with the case of other faiths, such as the ringing of bells in the temple, etc. Chandra Ellaurie’s statements were clearly anti-Islamic and Islamophobic. It exposed his lack of knowledge of Islam. He…

MY SPORTING MEMORY Karate is a way of life for Phoenix mom ESHLIN VEDAN AS a child, Lorraine Munsami of Phoenix never had an opportunity to participate in karate as she came from a poor background. “I used to watch other kids training. My parents used to say that karate was expensive, but I knew that some day I would do this,” she said. Munsami’s daughter, Lauren, started participating in karate aged 4 at the Red-fern Community Hall after her nephew Tevin had joined. “I used to sit there and watch the kids for an hour twice a week. It was boring. I wanted to be on the floor training. I joined aged 32, and was the only adult in the class, so I introduced my friend Debra Naidoo to…

Your Stars SHARRON DUFF Aries (March 21 – April 19) This week has busy energy and you may find yourself struggling to keep all your balls in the air at the same time. Find a creative outlet to de-stress and watch your diet at the same time. It is easy to fall into bad habits because of time constraints. It is important to look after yourself during this stressful time. Lucky colour: gold. Taurus (April 20 – May 20) If you have been waiting to start something new, then this is it. This week brings you some energy and a new lease of life. Don’t be surprised when you are offered help from an unexpected source. Remember to read all documents carefully. Lucky colour: orange. Gemini (May 21 – June…

getting HOOKED Head north to catch the early summer smashes THE weather has been up and down but the shore angling has been fairly constant. The shad are full up on most of the KZN coast so go catch a big one and weigh it in at one of our branches before the end of the month. The North Coast is warming up quickly and the summer fish are starting to appear in the catch reports (and our dreams). The NE wind needs to blow for a couple of days and we should be in for the first of the summer smashes up north. The longer beaches and rocky areas on the North Coast have been very productive for edibles. The ledges have had an amazing bronze bream season with…

VEDAN’S VIEW Red Devils, Blues in goalie crisis ESHLIN VEDAN eshlin.vedan@inl.co.za THE 23-year-old Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin is showing signs that he could be English football’s breakout star. The former England U21 international has been on the Toffees first team roster since 2016, however he never displayed the sort of consistency that would warrant an England national team selection. He notched a hat-trick as Carlo Ancelotti’s side defeated Everton 5-2 on Saturday. Calvert-Lewin will receive a lot of service from Richarlison and James Rodriguez this season, which will work to his advantage. If he can carry on at the current rate, he will soon be in the England team. Manchester United opened the season with a 3-1 defeat against Crystal Palace. The Red Devils’ defeat was not even a shock.…

Pastors defend Christian mission against abuse allegations JANINE MOODLEY Supplied WHILE allegations of fraud and sexual abuse have surfaced against Kwasizabantu, a Christian mission station in Kranskop, several pastors and a former Phoenix policewoman have a different story to tell. Theresa Moodley, an ex-policewoman, said she worked with the mission for over 40 years and was one of the first group of people to visit there. She said her encounters were always pleasant. “We were always treated with humility and respect and I had a good relationship with the mission staff.” She said she continued to hold empowerment workshops and women’s retreats at the mission. “I do a trip there every August with 60 to 70 senior citizens from Phoenix and we stay there at no cost,” said Moodley. She…

Undertakers slam new rules CHARLENE SOMDUTH THE Clare Estate Crematorium has implemented new rules under level 1 of the lockdown – but funeral undertakers are unhappy with the decisions made at the private facility. In a notice sent to undertakers on Sunday, the crematorium’s management said all funerals were allowed a maximum of 75 mourners and undertakers will not be allowed to put up decor at the venue, including statues of Hindu deities, pillars and drapes. According to level 1 of the national lockdown regulations, the number of people attending a funeral was increased from 50 to 100. Nasan Chetty, of Merebank Funeral Services, said: “Two of the halls at the crematorium can each seat up to 300 people. If the management set up the hall as per the Covid-19…

OPINION SA has a key role to play in fostering peace It was a smart move to formally dub the latest agreement the Abraham Accords HUMANITY at large has not had a great deal to celebrate in 2020, but the signing of an accord normalising relations between Israel and the Arab states of the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain was a genuinely positive development. The first peace agreement between Israel and other Arab countries for over a quarter of a century, it showed that with mutual trust and goodwill, countries long divided along national-ideological lines can agree to go forward together in a spirit of co-operation, peace and friendship. This should resonate particularly strongly for South Africans, who just over a quarter of a century ago famously demonstrated to a…

Long wait for justice as matters are adjourned The families of two men who were killed, as well as a gunshot survivor, speak to Chanelle Lutchman about their anguish while waiting for the trials to begin • IN August 2018, Kidesh Ramjettan, 37, was standing outside his petrol station in Rossburgh, Durban, when he was shot. Three months later, Ayanda Shezi, 36, Menziwa Mdaka, 26, and Zakhele Dubazane, 34, were arrested in Johannesburg. Shezi, a contracted hit man, pleaded guilty during his first appearance in the Durban Magistrate’s Court. He told the court that he was hired to kill Ramjet-tan for R30 000. He also told the court that he needed the money for his sister’s funeral and to support his four children. Shezi is currently serving a life sentence.…

Police probe getaway car link in Durban robberies THANDEKA MGQIBI OVER the past month there has been a spate of home and business robberies in Durban in which a white Toyota Etios has been used as a getaway vehicle. Provincial police said, however, that it was not yet known if the same gang was involved. Last Tuesday morning, a homeowner in Challen Avenue, Northcroft, Phoenix, had opened his driveway gate when he saw the vehicle parked on the road. Five men held him up at gunpoint and forced him into his home where the rest of his family were. The suspects stole two cellphones and cash. No shots were fired and there were no injuries. The same morning, it is believed a group of men in a car of the…

Preserving Indian languages is vital to our culture RAM MAHARAJ ANURAG SHARMA Pexels.com OUR history, artefacts, institutions, culture and tradition, and the qualities and values passed down over the centuries make up our character and largely constitute our heritage. Most of these facets of our lives arise from the languages and knowledge embodied in our books, including our sacred scriptures. Indian languages form a pristine and perennial pillar of our heritage. On the cusp of Heritage Day celebrations, it is time for reflection, rejuvenation and resolution regarding Indian languages. Language is the essence of heritage. It is the root of culture. Indian languages define our identities. When Indian languages die, the culture naturally perishes. These languages are near and dear to everyone, regardless of ethnicity. As this year marks the…

Guard against unscrupulous priests THIS is with reference to Yogin Devan’s column, “Live sheep export creates shortage of trotters” (the POST, September 16-20), that mentions the South Indian month of Purtassi. During the Covid-19 period, we need to use this time for introspection as a community. We also need to be guarded against unscrupulous priests, especially during the fast that will end on October 16. Many devotees will fall at the feet of supposed religious teachers and leaders at this time. Sadly, some of these individuals manipulate the masses for their own benefit. It is important to remember a fundamental Hindu teaching that your blessing comes from your mother or elders first, is not given the due importance it deserves. It is important going forward that we as parents teach…

Lindiwe Sisulu secretly leading a new chapter in state capture THE Zondo Commission into State Capture cost taxpayers more than R500 million and, to date, there have been no arrests. All the matters being investigated date from about 15 years ago and state capture in similar forms continues today. Members of the ANC know that the first step to take control of the state is to become a leader within party structures. The party president is the coveted prize and second is to serve on the national executive. Most of those on the national executive are ministers. Becoming the president of the party is a costly exercise. In the past elective conference, the public protector revealed that it cost president Cyril Ramaphosa about R1 billion to beat his rival Nkosazana…

Learn about your migrant forefathers CHANELLE LUTCHMAN AS WE APPROACH the 160th anniversary in November of the arrival of Indians to South Africa, a women’s forum has started a project to trace one’s ancestral roots. The Arya Samaj Women’s Forum is helping Indian South Africans trace where their forefathers lived in India before being brought to the country as indentured labourers. Serela Ramklass, the forum’s chairperson, said the 1860 Heritage Project had been launched recently and to date 25 people had contacted the forum. “There are many people of Indian descent in South Africa who do not know the origins of their migrant ancestors. “We felt it was necessary to assist with this information. “We provide the trace through the indenture number. This provides details about the migrant’s arrival in…

SHARKS SEEK URGENCY MIKE GREENAWAY THE Sharks comfortably led the South African pack in Super Rugby earlier this year but Sikhumbuzo Notshe, pictured, reckons it will be a different ball game when the Currie Cup begins on October 10 following this week’s Superfan Saturday and next week’s Springbok Showdown. Notshe was the in-form No 8 in South Africa when rugby was halted the day after the Sharks had beaten the Stormers in Durban (March 14), with his team topping the overall Super Rugby log after seven rounds, but he says the local landscape has changed considerably over the last five months. “For us at the Sharks, there have been only a few changes to our squad but our opposition have loaded up on players in required areas, especially the Lions…

Can the ‘bird’ fly the system ANDREW HARRISON Picture: Candiese Lenferna There is little doubt that the introduction of the Merit Rating system of handicapping has had a profound effect on racing in this country. In its purest form it has its merits but I would argue that the local horse population is not big enough for the system to work effectively. This is proven by the introduction of a myriad of special dispensations for various categories of races, introduced in reaction to try and plug frailties in the system. This, to a point where many trainers and, more importantly the majority of punters, are left guessing. Jack’s Bird, a winner of one race and two placings from nine starts finds herself giving weight to all in the Greyville Convention…

New-look Dhoni stumps critics Veteran cricketer sets own pace in life’s innings ENIGMATIC cricket icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni, pictured, on Saturday returned to competitive action after 437 days – a period that seemed an eternity to his fans – with an unusual beard that would be something between a goatee and full-grown one, and a new hairstyle. He looked a little heavier, but his wicket-keeping was spot-on as he grabbed two catches and didnt concede a single bye in Mumbai Indians’ 162/9 in the IPL opener against Chennai Super Kings in Abu Dhabi. And when the TV ran commercials between the overs, 39-year-old Dhoni made his presence felt in that space too. He seemed to be appearing in every second advertisement, for different products and in different looks – from…

Shot business owner fights for his life CHARLENE SOMDUTH AN EMPANGENI man is fighting for his life in hospital after being shot at his business premises in mysterious circumstances. Jay Moodley, 50, the owner of SA Bedding, was shot in the chest. His son, Ashlin Moodley, 24, was shot in the head and died. His remains were cremated on Sunday at the Stanger Crematorium. Colonel Thembeka Mbele, police spokesperson, said the father and son were attacked by unknown men inside their business premises in Empangeni Rail last Thursday afternoon. “The men fired shots at them. The son was pronounced dead at the scene. His father was taken to hospital for medical attention.” Mbele said Empangeni police were investigating a case of murder and attempted murder. The motive for the shooting…

DA suspends MPP amid probe CHANELLE LUTCHMAN THE DA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed that it suspended MPP (member of the provincial parliament) Bradley Singh this week pending the outcome of an investigation. This was after an eight-minute recording, alleged to be between Singh and Michelle Lutchman about an alleged altercation in July, was shared on several WhatsApp groups. Lutchman, a DA councillor, succeeded Singh in his ward in Phoenix after he was sworn in as an MPP. Nicole Graham, the DA’s caucus leader, said this was one of several complaints the party had received about Singh’s behaviour. The altercation allegedly took place between their sons. In the recording, the woman says she went to a shop near Singh’s home. “I came to the shop to buy the child Coke,” she…

Open day at three KZN mosques POST REPORTER THREE mosques will participate in the annual national mosque open day in KwaZulu-Natal on Heritage Day. The campaign, which is headed by the SA Muslim Network (Samnet), aims to attract people from other faiths to mosques between 2pm and 4pm tomorrow. Dr Faisal Suliman, chairperson of Samnet, said: “All South Africans and the media are encouraged to visit one of the mosques and its facilities, chat about Islam and have any of their questions about Islam and Muslims answered. “The purpose of the campaign is to briefly educate visitors about Islam and Muslims, to dispel myths, to demystify the misconceptions about Islam, as well as to build and strengthen relations with other religious groups.” Suliman said the open day was also a…

OPINION Our solidarity with Palestine cannot waver LAST week, the so-called Abraham Accords were signed at the White House in Washington DC by Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister; Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) foreign minister; and Abdullatif bin Rashid al-Zayani, Bahrain’s foreign minister. This is supposedly part of Donald Trump’s “Deal of the Century” that has gone down like a lead balloon in the US presidential campaign, where Trump requires every breath of air behind his back to push his ratings in the polls. The Abraham Accords sees the UAE and Bahrain departing from their decades-long commitment of boycotting Israel until that regime ends its unlawful occupation of Palestine. This move is being termed a “stab in the back of the oppressed Palestinians” as it…

Court cases backlogged in lockdown Task team now set up CHANELLE LUTCHMAN THE wheels of justice are expected to turn faster under level 1 of the national lockdown. Last month, Ronald Lamola, Minister of Justice, said that at the end of March, a total of 194 225 cases had been carried forward to the following financial year that started in April. He said 62 161 of those cases qualified nationally as the backlog in the district and regional courts. This comprised 39 766 cases in the district courts and 22 395 in the regional courts as at June 26. He said the Western Cape led with 14 645 cases, followed by Gauteng with 12 890. There are 8 020 court cases backlogged in KwaZulu-Natal. The regional court in KZN has…

Prisoners finally allowed non-contact visits THANDEKA MGQIBI SEVEN months had passed since Trevor King had seen his son, Terino, at West-ville Prison and last Saturday they were reunited. King last saw Terino in February, a month before the national lockdown was implemented. Prison visits were temporarily banned in March, as a way to limit movement in and out of prisons and courts, to prevent the spread of Covid-19. “When I heard that visitation had resumed, I got so excited that I immediately drove to the Westville Prison. But I wasn’t allowed in,” said King of Phoenix. “Instead I was given a number to contact and arrange for an appointment, which was granted for last Saturday.” King said the moment between him and his son was one of mixed emotions. “Though…

EDITOR’S VIEW Now’s the chance to alter our bleak future WHAT will South Africa look like a decade from now? It is a question to ponder in light of a report that predicts South Africa will be a failed state by 2030. The report was drawn up by Eunomix, a consultancy that works with corporates and governments. It says our future was bleak due to the poor decisions the government made, more recently the administration of Jacob Zuma. The coronavirus pandemic has hastened the decline. Eunomix believes that, at best, an economic recovery will be slow. At worst, South Africa will remain in a long-term recession. This means that, over time, the rich will get poor and the poor will become poorer. For Indian South Africans, as well as those…

The victim is not the mosque THE Azaan has stirred up a religious storm. To reflect the various views of its readers, the POST had devoted almost an entire page to the controversy that is causing animosity and division between Hindus and Muslims. I read all the views but the one that I found interesting and persuasive was “An outdated tradition in a multi-religious society” by Anand Singh (the POST, September 13-17). After mulling over his letter, I have second thoughts about my own views on this topic and have done an about-turn. Now I think the judgment on this matter was the correct one. What’s at stake here is religious freedom against the rights of individuals to peace and tranquillity, both of which are guaranteed in the Constitution. It’s…

Poor need help more than ever SOUTH Africa will be affected for a while beyond Covid-19 – and, sadly, will affect indigent households the most. The coronavirus has exacerbated inequalities such as take-home salary scales, education, housing and health care, among others. Ordinary people, especially the low-income earners and workers in insecure employment and the less privileged people living in informal settlements, have been most affected by retrenchments and wage cuts. The price of basic foods such as rice, sugar beans, flour, sugar, cooking oil, meat and vegetables, and essentials, like electricity, is rising. Together with the business class and private sector, the government needs to formulate a plan to better address the two-tier systems and the challenges that the less privileged people and the working-class face. MOHAMED SAEED Pietermaritzburg…

Stiff sentences needed to curb racism ONCE again we have seen racism rear its ugly head. This time it was in the form of a racist advert by Clicks that portrayed black hair as dry and damaged and white women’s hair as normal. The advert is insensitive and demeaning. Whites have practised the abhorrent apartheid policy in South Africa for generations. It discriminated against other races, stripping them of their dignity and it gave whites a false sense of superiority over the other races. Today in our democratic country apartheid has been abolished, but some white people have not shed their apartheid mentality. I do not support Julius Malema and the EFF, but in this case I support their protest action to close all Clicks stores countrywide. However, it did…

Taste of home Food blogger Sherona Naidoo shares South African inspiration. Follow her on Instagram and Facebook: The slaycook_sa Peri Peri Chops On The Braai 1kg lamb chops 2 tbs cooking oil 1 tsp crushed ginger and garlic 2 tsp pure Kashmiri chilli powder 2 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp peri peri seasoning/meat spice (optional) 1 tsp mixed herbs 2 tsp chilli flakes/2 red chillies, crushed 2-3 tbs peri peri marinade (I prefer Woolworths or Amina’s) salt and pepper to taste handful of fresh thyme (optional) Mix all the ingredients to form a marinade. Marinate the chops and top with fresh thyme. Wrap with cling film and refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 1 hour. Braai for 20 minutes or until the meat is cooked. Or…

Record your mother’s story THANDEKA MGQIBI THE Oral History Association of South Africa (Ohasa) is inviting writers to submit stories for its coffee table publication series, titled Tell Your Mother’s Story. Its primary objective is to promote and facilitate the preservation recording and study of oral history in South Africa. Dr Kogie Archary, an executive committee member, said the publication sought to close the gap that existed in women’s stories. “Stories of ordinary women who are the backbone of any nation are often neglected,” said Archary. “At Ohasa, we realised that there is a need to fill that gap on the bookshelves. “Therefore, we have engaged in the collection of stories, especially stories of the organic intellectuals who are the elders in our community and may not necessarily be able…

Two nabbed in cycling doping investigation TWO people were in custody on Monday after an investigation was opened into suspected doping by the Arkea-Samsic team at this year’s Tour de France, the Marseille prosecutor said on Monday. Dominique Laurens said in a statement that the probe was targeting a “small part of the team” and that those in custody were part of the “close entourage of the main rider”. The prosecutor did not name the main rider. The leader of the Arkea-Samsic team is Colombian Nairo Quintana. The probe targeted “the administration and prescription without medical justification of a substance or a method prohibited during a sporting event, and helping and encouraging the use of that substance or method”, the statement added. Searches led to “the discovery of many health…

DeChambeau powers to top AS THE golf world turns its gaze from Winged Foot Golf Club to the year’s final major at Augusta National in November, questions remain over just how much Bryson DeChambeau’s hard-charging US Open win could shift the sport’s landscape. With an average drive of 325.6 yards in Mamaroneck, New York – the furthest of any US Open champion in four decades, according to data compiled by 15th Club content head Justin Ray for the United States Golf Association (USGA) – DeChambeau showed he could win by saving his precision for the greens. Plenty of golfers struggled with the wickedly narrow fairways at Winged Foot Golf Club, with competitors hitting them less than 40% of the time, a record low, according to the USGA data, and DeChambeau…

Agarwal thrives when the heat is on AT 27 YEARS and 313 days, Mayank Agarwal made his Test debut – when the selectors perhaps had no option but to pick him following a prolific domestic season – and proved everyone wrong with a mature innings of 76 and 42 against Australia in Melbourne in December 2018. And at 29 years and 217 days, he scored his highest IPL score, a fabulous 60-ball 89, and almost single-handedly took Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) to victory. With this IPL knock against Delhi Capitals (DC), Agarwal has proved that there is a place for sensible and calculated cricket even in the bang-bang shortest format of the game. The 29-year-old’s knock – his highest IPL score in 78 matches – also proves that age is…

WWE superstars line up to make ‘Gold Rush’ history CLASH of Champions, the night when all WWE superstars have to fight tooth and nail to defend their titles, is back for its fourth event since its start in 2016. This night is a golden opportunity for Superstars who have the courage to take on the champions and write their names into WWE history books. The event will take place on September 27 at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida, and fans can watch and engage live through WWE’s virtual fan viewing experience, the ThunderDome. The PPV’s tagline this year is “Gold Rush” and is set to bring major changes to the existing WWE championship lists for both Raw and SmackDown. Current WWE Champion Drew McIntyre is set to have a…