Arsenal’s exit from the Champions League has confirmed RB Salzburg’s spot in the FIFA Club World Cup. The Gunners needed a win to ensure their qualification, but fell to a 1-0 defeat against Bayern Munich in the second leg of their quarter final fixture.
As a result, Manchester City and Chelsea are the only Premier League clubs playing in the competition as winners of the Champions League over the past three years.
Arsenal fail to qualify for FIFA Club World Cup after Bayern loss
🚨 OFFICIAL: Arsenal are out of the Clubs’ World Cup after tonight.
🇦🇹 RB Salzburg access to the World Cup.
🏴 Manchester City, Chelsea. 🇪🇸 Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid. 🇩🇪 Bayern, Borussia Dortmund. 🇫🇷 Paris Saint-Germain. 🇮🇹 Inter, Juventus. 🇵🇹 Benfica, Porto. 🇦🇹 Salzburg. pic.twitter.com/I8ljDZCQTN
The new format of the FIFA Club World Cup will consist of 32 teams divided into eight groups of four, with the top two teams going into a knockout stage from the Round of 16. Here is the list of teams that has already qualified for the tournament:
EUROPE Chelsea Manchester City Real Madrid Bayern Munich Paris Saint-Germain Internazionale FC Porto Benfica Borussia Dortmund Juventus Atletico Madrid FC Salzburg
SOUTH AMERICA Palmeiras Flamengo Fluminense 2024 Copa Libertadores winners Two coefficient places TBD
CONCACAF Monterrey Seattle Sounders FC León 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup winners Host slot TBD
AFRICA Al Ahly Wydad Casablanca 2024 CAF Champions League winners 1 coefficient place TBD
ASIA Al Hilal Urawa Red Diamonds 2024 AFC Champions League winners 1 coefficient place TBD
OCEANIA Auckland City
Arsenal not qualifying for the CWC might be a blessing in disguise, considering how packed the fixture schedule already is. They will have four competitions to play next season anyway, and adding a fifth would put much more stress on their players at a time when injuries are running rampant.
As a result, Salzburg might benefit more from qualification since their talents will receive much more exposure against teams from all around the world.
Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are set to meet each other in the Champions League semifinals. While Bayern Munich picked up a narrow 1-0 win over Arsenal in the second leg of their quarter finals, Madrid defeated Manchester City on penalties to go through.
Here are the results from both the quarter final second leg fixtures.
Champions League Quarter Final Leg 2 Results
Manchester City 1-1 Real Madrid (3-4 pens)
Madrid produced a remarkable defensive performance in the second half to keep themselves alive in the tie. Antonio Rudiger scored the winning penalty after a tense 120 minutes to send his team through to another semifinal, and set up the possibility of a 15th Champions League title.
Oh my word, look at this celebration of the whole Real Madrid squad with Lunin after Rüdiger hit the winning penalty!
Rodrygo scored on the rebound in the 12th minute to give his side the lead, and after trying incredibly hard in the second half, Kevin De Bruyne managed to equalise after pouncing on a loose ball in the box.
The Belgian took several shots on goal, with the total shots racking up to 30. And in spite of his prolific finishing record, he wasn’t able to score again.
Bayern Munich 1-0 Arsenal
Joshua Kimmich turned into the hero for Bayern Munich, assisted by Raphael Guerreiro. The German scored the only goal of the game to send his team into the semifinals, with a tense clash against Real Madrid lined up ahead.
The moment Joshua Kimmich score this beautiful goal to send arsenal back to England and bayern into the semis 😍👏🔥 pic.twitter.com/fvBxAgNFxo
The game started slow, with barely any opportunities in the first half. The second half, however, saw Bayern pick up the pace. Goretzka and Guerreiro struck the post within seconds, before Kimmich pounced on a great delivery from his teammate.
The Gunners barely created any opportunities in the game, and have now crashed out of the Champions League in the quarter finals stages.
All India Rank Release Date: The countdown to the release of All India Rank is on. Scheduled to hit theatres on February 23, 2024, All India Rank promises to offer a gripping narrative that delves into the complexities of India’s education system, particularly the challenges faced by students aspiring to secure admission into prestigious institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
Watch the All India Rank TrailerBelow
The release of the trailer for All India Rank was met with excitement and anticipation from audiences. Actor Vicky Kaushal, known for his roles in popular movies like ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike,’ took to social media to introduce the trailer to fans. Sharing his connection with the director, Varun Grover, Kaushal reminisced about their shared beginnings in the cinematic world with the movie ‘Masaan’, adding a heartfelt touch to the trailer launch event.
Plot
The trailer offers a glimpse into the lives of students preparing for the IIT entrance exam, transporting viewers back to the 1990s. At the center of the narrative is a 17-year-old protagonist from Lucknow, who finds himself grappling with the pressures of academic success while navigating familial expectations. Shot against the backdrop of an IIT coaching center in Kota, the trailer paints a raw and unfiltered picture of the challenges faced by IIT aspirants, from the relentless hours spent studying to the emotional toll of competition.
The Cast and Crew
Bodhisattva Sharma leads the cast of All India Rank, supported by a talented ensemble that includes actors like Samta Sudiksha, Sheeba Chaddha, and Geeta Agrawal Sharma. Varun Grover, known for his acclaimed work as a writer on projects like ‘Sacred Games’, makes his directorial debut with this film. With his keen storytelling skills and a stellar cast at his disposal, Grover aims to deliver a compelling cinematic experience that resonates with audiences.
The Music
Complementing the narrative of ‘All India Rank’ is its evocative soundtrack, composed by Mayukh–Mainak, with lyrics penned by Varun Grover himself. The music serves as a powerful storytelling tool, enhancing the emotional depth of the narrative and immersing viewers in the world of the film. From uplifting melodies to poignant tunes, the soundtrack adds an extra layer of richness to the viewing experience.
All India Rank Release Date
With the release date of April 19th, 2024, drawing near, anticipation for All India Rank continues to grow. Produced by Sanjay Routray and Sarita Patil, with Gayatri M serving as co-producer, the film represents a collaborative effort to bring an important story to the screen. As fans eagerly await the film’s release, the buzz surrounding All India Rank only continues to intensify, fueled by the compelling trailer and the promise of a thought-provoking cinematic experience.
Pulsar is and will always represent the beating heart of Bajaj Auto’s Motorcycles business. Over the years, the range has grown from a 150cc model to include bikes of up to 125cc to 250cc. The Biggest Ever Pulsar on May 3 is one of the most anxious launches! Bajaj has defined the brand as “every biker’s love,” dares the aim of every biker prospect, and keeps the brand refueled on a regular basis. In this, the Pulsar 400 drawing reflects Bajaj’s fulfillment of this brand to suggest it will be the brand’s most potent offering ever.
The All New Bajaj Pulsar 400
The render describes what the offering could have been associated with the “Biggest Ever Pulsar” moniker: a muscular aesthetic, a dominating altitude, high-end materials, and of course, Pulsar’s unmistakable DNA. The color schemes are consistent with Bajaj’s current marketing structures, swelling the suspense for this to-be-launched bike even more. The design’s tone and contour are similar to the Pulsar N series in terms of overall appearance but on a smaller scale.
The front of the Pulsar 400 has a pair of meaty USD telescopic front forks with an ornamental shroud around the lightweight tank. Furthermore, the tank’s shroud features an aggressive machining design. The rear subframe is lifted and sculpted, lending the bike a more athletic feel. The render includes the front LED projector beam headlamp, which complements the makeup of the new generation pulsars with its sharp and raked-back look.
The standard LED lighting would be included in the future Generation Pulsar. The chassis dominates the thick cast bodywork around the engine. It’s a naked layout with the lowest quantity of fairings on behalf of Bajaj. The Powertrain is a droplet dead spinning. The liquid-cooled single cylinder, DOHC 4V engine head, and DTS-i twin arc spark system come from Bajaj.
Given Bajaj’s current lineup, the possibility of the Pulsar 400 sharing an engine with the Dominar 400, for instance, is almost certain, given the two’s similar performance levels and compatibility with the brand’s standards. Bajaj has three high-capacity single-cylinder engines in use at the moment, each with its own set of specifications and applications. The DOHC 4V head, liquid cooling, and 6-speed gearbox are all features of these engines, which are used in models from legacy manufacturers like KTM and Triumph.
In conclusion, the upcoming launch of the Pulsar 400 promises to deliver a compelling blend of performance, design, and technology, setting a new benchmark for the Pulsar lineup and generating significant interest among motorcycle enthusiasts.
Intel’s Lunar Lake-V “Core Ultra 200V” CPUs will host 8 CPU cores, 8 GPU cores, and 32 GB or more of on-package LPDDR5X memory. These chips, accompanied by Meteor Lake and Arrow Lake, have been highly anticipated. Once again, this includes a new CPU architecture, as well as new GPU cores with Xe2-LPG “Arc Battlemage” and on-package LPDDR5X memory.
The All New Intel Lunar Lake-V CPUs
This results in a variety of interesting configurations. For instance, based on Bilibili’s report of prominent insider Golden Pig Upgrade, Intel will most likely start using “V” branding instead of “MX” as the last label. This is also indicated by recent revelations such as Core Ultra 5 234V. Additionally, insights into the configurations of the Lunar Lake-V chips have surfaced.
All Lunar Lake-V CPUs, for their part, will use a single die integrating 4 P-cores centering on the Lion Cove core architecture and 4 LP-E cores centering on the Skymont core architecture. Besides, no standard E-Cores will be launched for Lunar Lake CPUs, meaning that this class of CPUs has been heavily tuned to provide the dramatic “Performance Per Watt” gains claimed by Intel when applied to ultra-thin and light machines. Regarding the Lunar Lake-V’s GPU from Intel, it will also feature the company’s newest Arc Battlemage graphic architecture-based Xe2-LPG iGPUs.
That includes up to eight Xe cores, which might outcompete the Xe-LPG “Arc Alchemist” in terms of performance improvement. However, there are on-package memories on the Lunar Lake-V “Core Ultra 200V”, with the most recent shipping manifests hinting at a capacity of up to 32 GB. The LPDDR5X memory on memory-on-package will operate at an 8533 MT/s speed. With TDPs ranging between 17-30W, the slight increase in power envelope compared to Meteor Lake-U (15-28W) is attributed to the on-package memory.
As per recent claims, Intel’s Lunar Lake-V “Core Ultra 200V” CPUs at 17W are predicted to provide a 50% multi-threaded workload kick over Meteor Lake “Core Ultra 100” CPUs at 15W. Lunar Lake CPUs have been described as having the following key features: designs optimized for thin and light notebooks, a hybrid Lion Cove P-Cores and Skymont LPE-Cores, and Battlemage I “Xe2-LPG” GPU architectures up to 8 Xe2 GPU cores up to 64 Execution Units. According to Intel’s current plans, the rollout of Lunar Lake CPUs would begin later in 2024, with increased yields coming in early 2025. More information about these chips may become available at Computex 2024.
The OnePlus 13, the brand’s upcoming flagship, remains a source of great excitement despite its distant release. The Internet is already buzzing with rumors of various features and specifications that have created excitement. One popular debate surrounds the question of whether the OnePlus 13 might be the first phone in the world to incorporate the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 System-on-Chip. This move could establish a new benchmark for flagship smartphones, resulting in the next generation’s unrivaled performance and efficiency.
Leaks About the OnePlus 13
According to leaks by the popular tipster Yogesh Brar about the potential specifics of the OnePlus 13, one of the most notable discoveries is that it will include a micro curved 2k display that will provide users with an amazing visual experience. Furthermore, the OnePlus 13 is speculated to continue featuring the incredible battery life of its predecessor, the OnePlus 12, using its 100W fast charging technology with a 5,400 mAh battery.
While this may be the case, there could be innovations, in terms of power delivery, which would make the charging even faster. The “Ultra Action,” a three-stage customizable button that replaces the three-stage alert slider will be a new feature on the anticipated OnePlus 13. A consumer may thus make more efficient use of the smartphone.
On the imaging front, it is expected that the device to introduce a new camera arrangement while keeping the same camera sensors as the OnePlus 12. This fact is significant since it suggests that the company is sticking to the partnership with Hasselblad camera technology. For context, the three speculated OnePlus 13 camera sensors are a 50MP Sony LYT-808 primary sensor with Optical Image Stabilization, 48MP Sony IMX581 ultrawide, and 64MP Omnivision O64B telephoto-periscope. This camera layout will provide users with a compounding photography experience.
The OnePlus 13 will run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC, whose launch is expected to be unveiled at the Snapdragon Summit in October 2024. Designed on Qualcomm’s custom Oryon CPU and an improved Neural Processing Unit performance, the OnePlus 13 will be fast, efficient in saving power and energy, and an excellent user to operate.
While rumors speculate a possible release later in the year, with the availability of the phone to the Indian market to follow, it is exciting not to delve further into them but wait for the phone’s company to make the official announcements. However, the OnePlus 13 phone is expressive to be a flagship workhorse in redefining the standards for phone performance and innovation.
The 33rd match of the ongoing IPL 2024 is set to witness a showdown between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Thursday, April 18.
Both teams enter this match on the heels of recent losses. PBKS suffered a defeat in a nail-biting encounter against Rajasthan, while Mumbai Indians faltered in the El Clásico against Chennai Super Kings. With playoff aspirations at stake, both sides aim to elevate their performance in the upcoming game.
Punjab Kings find themselves with only one batsman having surpassed 150 runs this season, but he will be sidelined for Thursday’s match due to a shoulder injury. Conversely, Mumbai Indians boast three batsmen with over 150 runs each, with those lagging behind either occupying middle to lower-order slots or having played fewer IPL 2024 games.
Mumbai’s opening pair, Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan, have provided impetus, amassing 308 runs, the second-highest partnership for the first wicket this season. They’ve maintained a solid partnership, with just two single-digit dismissals in six innings, and have notched up fifty-plus stands (including a century) in the remaining four. Their partnership runs have come at an impressive rate of over 11 runs per over.
Dewald Brevis, Image Credits- MI Twitter
In contrast, Punjab Kings have struggled for batting depth. Their regular openers, Shikhar Dhawan and Jonny Bairstow, have managed just 168 runs at an average of 8.33. With Dhawan sidelined in their previous match against the Royals, Kings experimented with Bairstow and Atharva Taide at the top, but failed to significantly improve their performance.
The disparity extends to the number of sixes as well. Mumbai leads with 67 sixes this season, while Kings’ tally of 44 is among the lowest. Notably, in the powerplay, Mumbai’s 23 sixes sharply contrast with Punjab’s four.
Despite Mumbai’s stronger batting lineup, they find themselves just below Kings near the bottom of the table with four points from six games. This discrepancy could be attributed to the differing performances of their bowling units this season.
Despite the brilliance of Jasprit Bumrah (10 wickets at an average of 14.60 and an economy of 6.08), Mumbai’s bowling unit has been one of the least effective this season, with a collective average of 35.72 and an economy of 10.04, ranking third worst among all teams. In contrast, Punjab boasts the best bowling average (25.20) and the fourth-best economy rate (8.87) this season.
Harshal Patel, Image Credits- PBKS Twitter
The dynamics might shift at their home venue. Teams have struggled to accelerate in Mullanpur, with the powerplay run rate of 7.11 being the lowest this season. This poses a challenge for Rohit and Ishan to provide Mumbai with their usual rapid start on Thursday.
PBKS vs MI: Pitch Report & Conditions
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur is renowned for its balanced pitch, offering opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers alike. Captains winning the toss might prefer to bat first, aiming to set a substantial target.
Historically, teams winning the toss have opted to chase in Mullanpur, with a success rate of two wins out of three games this season. The only loss occurred when Kings narrowly fell short by just two runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The pitches have predominantly favored batsmen, and this trend is expected to continue in the evening fixture on Thursday.
PBKS vs MI: Head-to-head
Matches Played: 31
Punjab Kings won: 14
Mumbai Indians Won: 16
No Result: 01
First Played: April 25, 2008
Last Played: May 3, 2023
PBKS vs MI: Team News and Impact Player Strategy
Punjab Kings
Jonny Bairstow’s recent form, particularly in Mullanpur where he has posted scores of 9, 0, and 15, might prompt Kings to consider including the South African batsman Rilee Rossouw. Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma have emerged as strong contributors with the bat in the lower order. Therefore, anticipate the Impact Player strategy to remain consistent: Ashutosh potentially swapping in or out for Arshdeep Singh or Prabhsimran Singh.
Kumar Kartikeya, Image Credits- MI Twitter
Predicted XII:
Atharva Taide
Jonny Bairstow/Rilee Rossouw
Prabhsimran Singh
Sam Curran (capt)
Liam Livingstone
Jitesh Sharma (wk)
Shashank Singh
Harpreet Brar
Harshal Patel
Kagiso Rabada
Arshdeep Singh
Ashutosh Sharma
Mumbai Indians
In addition to Bumrah, Gerald Coetzee stands out as the only MI bowler with a sub-ten economy rate in the death overs during IPL 2024. Mumbai has ranked as the third-most expensive side in this phase. Considering their limited use of spin, there might be temptation to introduce the Sri Lankan fast bowler Nuwan Thushara in place of the offspinning all-rounder Mohammad Nabi.
Manchester City and Real Madrid face off in the second leg of the Champions League quarter finals today, with the latest chapter of their rivalry set to be written. The fixture is drawn at 3-3, after a thrilling first leg, and both teams will have to start from scratch again.
Here is a preview of the match Manchester City vs Real Madrid, including how you can watch the big game in India.
Real Madrid vs Manchester City streaming details and preview
Where can I watch Real Madrid vs Manchester City in India?
The matches will be available to watch on the Sony Ten channels and the Sony Liv App.
What time is kickoff?
The match will kick off at 12:30AM IST on Thursday, 18 April.
As usual, the match between the two European heavyweights promises to be an entertaining watch. After avoiding defeat in the first leg at the Santiago Bernabeu, Manchester City have brought the tie home on level terms. Both teams will have their regular players available, and Kyle Walker will return for the game after missing the last five games because of a hamstring injury.
It is impossible to predict which team goes through, as they are both in great form and are also on top of their respective leagues. But, as it is in these games, it will be decided on fine margins.
Realme has announced that the Realme Narzo 70x 5G will launch in India next week, as conveyed through a media invite and its social media channels on Wednesday, April 17th. Teasers have been posted by Realme to reveal the specifications and price range of the upcoming Narzo series smartphone. It’s confirmed that the device will be available for purchase in the country through Amazon.
The All New Realme Narzo 70x 5G
Serving as the successor to last year’s Realme Narzo 60x, the Realme Narzo 70x 5G is set to support 45W fast charging. After the new P-series smartphones were unveiled, Realme announced that the Narzo 70x 5G smartphone will launch in India on April 24 at 12:00 pm IST and has a price below ₹12,000. Additionally, via a specialized microsite on Amazon, the Realme Narzo 70x 5G launch is being teased.
The phone is expected to be powered by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging and boasts an IP54 rating for water and dust protection. Realme has revealed multiple posters on various social media platforms that outline the phone’s design and features. Images show a 50-megapixel dual camera setup on the back of the phone and a hole-punch cutout on the screen.
It is expected to be better equipped than its predecessor – Realme Narzo 60x which came in last September with a base price of ₹12,999. The Realme Narzo 60x 5G also uses a 6.72-inch full-HD+ 1080×2400 pixels LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC accompanied by up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
This phone will have a dual rear camera setup made up of a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel portrait lens, and an 8-megapixel front camera. It is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W wired quick charging and includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
On Tuesday, the global launch of the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion was announced by the company. The smartphone, which is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and boasts a Pantone-validated display and camera system, joins the recently introduced Indian variant, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro. Priced at EUR 399 or around 20,700 INR, the new phone will be available in select markets in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Oceania region over the coming weeks.
The Latest Motorola Edge 50 Fusion
Motorola has yet to confirm the launch of the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion in India. The vegan leather Hot Pink and Marshmallow Blue and Poly Morgan Blue variants with a poly yardcone cover finish are the three color options available to users. In terms of the display, the device is equipped with a 6.7-inch full-HD+ pOLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate, which offers a smoother and more tactile experience. Additionally, the screen had a peak brightness of 1,600 nits and accounted for 92% of the total area.
The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor processor processor that processor with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. On Motorola’s new Android 14-based Hello UI, consumers can get a smooth and easy OOB experience. with a 50-megapixel primary rear sensor and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. For capturing stunning selfies and engaging in video calls, the device sports a 32-megapixel front camera.
Fueling the smartphone all day long is a robust 5,000mAh battery, and it supports 68W wired fast charging for additional flexibility. It provides various connectivity options, including 5G, 4G, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, and USB Type-C. It also has compatible biometric sensor and IP rating items, similar to those of the Motorola Edge 50 Ultra, ensuring adequate security and durability. The dimensions of the device are 161.9mm x 73.1mm x 7.9mm, and it weighs 174.9g. Motorola Edge 50 Fusion is a fantastic blend of performance and lightness to cater to all consumers.
