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Detective Pikachu: The Magnificent Pokémon Sequel Has Restarted Filming

Detective Pikachu is one of the upcoming sequels that has finally been cracked. The new reports have confirmed the sequel to Pokémon Detective Pikachu. This is an active development at Legendary Entertainment. 

Detective Pikachu: The Magnificent is back to work

Jonathan Krisel is the co-creator of the IFC sketch comedy series Portlandia and the FX series Baskets, is likely to take over for original director Rob Letterman, while Chris Galletta has performed the script duties. This is still not clear whether Ryan Reynolds would return to voice Pikachu,  the ending of Detective Pikachu has raised questions that would be possible. 

Detective Pikachu

In this, the first Detective Pikachu movie was adapted from the game 3DS game of the same name. The film has Ryan Reynolds as a sarcastic coffee-drinking and crime-solving Pikachu. This flick arguably became the first of a wave of actually-pretty-decent video game movies, Sonic the Hedgehog and The Super Mario Bros. The game has racked up over $430 million at the box office. This seems to be enough to make it profitable. We’ve heard a little about a sequel. The film features Justice Smith indicating that probably wasn’t going to happen. 

Detective Pikachu 2 may be somewhat of a fresh start for the franchise, as Legendary is reportedly eying Jonathan Krisel to direct.  This is replacing the original director Rob Letterman. Meanwhile, the film screenplay has reportedly been handled by former Letterman writer Chris Galletta. It has been replaced through a five-person committee that contributed to the first movie’s script.  

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Before premiering Detective Pikachu Legendary hired writer Oren Uziel, who had scripted 22 Jump Street. You will get a  draft of Sonic the Hedgehog, for working on a sequel to the movie. Recently, Uziel told Polygon that though he wrote an outline and screenplay for the movie, he was no longer involved with the film. Krisel and Galletta have been working off Uziel’s draft or starting fresh for now. 

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WPL App: The Ultimate Guide for Fans to Follow the Women’s Premier League 2023

WPL App: The Women’s Premier League 2023 (WPL) is all set to begin on March 4th, and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has launched a mobile application for the league. This app is similar to the Indian Premier League (IPL) app, which has been highly successful. With the launch of the WPL app, the BCCI is leaving no stone unturned to make the WPL 2023 a massive success.

Here is everything you need to know about the WPL app and the Women’s Premier League 2023:

When will the WPL 2023 Season Start?

The WPL 2023 season will start on Saturday, March 4.

Which Teams will Compete in the WPL 2023 Season?

Five teams will compete in the WPL 2023 season – Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Delhi Capitals, and UP Warriorz.

Who will Play in the Opening Match of the WPL 2023 Season?

The Gujarat Giants will host the Mumbai Indians in the opening contest of the WPL 2023 at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.

Who is the Most Expensive Player in the WPL Season?

Smriti Mandhana is the most expensive player in the WPL 2023 season, having attracted a price of Rs 3.4 crore from Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Where will the WPL 2023 Season be Played?

The WPL 2023 season will be played at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai and the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.

What is the Per-Match Valuation of a WPL 2023 Match?

A WPL 2023 season match is valued at more than Rs 7 core each.

Where will the WPL 2023 Season get Broadcast?

The WPL 2023 season will be broadcasted on the Sports 18 Network.

What are the App Features of the WPL App?

The WPL app provides a host of features to help fans stay connected to the league. These include:

  • Live updates on match scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and match highlights.
  • In-depth analysis of the league, teams, and players.
  • News and updates on player injuries, transfer rumors, and more.
  • Access to team profiles, player statistics, and team standings.
  • Exclusive interviews with players and coaches.
  • Social media integration to share your favorite moments with friends.

The WPL app is the ultimate guide for fans to follow the Women’s Premier League 2023. With its host of features and live updates, fans can stay connected to the league and never miss a moment of the action. So, download the app today and get ready to witness some exciting cricketing action!

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RCB believes the nation can grow with woman’s equity and ‘Sports for All’ is a step in that direction

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Taking forward the visionary ‘Sports for All’ concept, RCB has made inclusivity and diversity the key to going into the inaugural Women’s Premier League (WPL). 

It was the natural progression for RCB and Diageo as brands that have adopted diversity and inclusivity as their core values. Diageo held back all investments in overseas teams because we believe in India’s story, and we want to be part of this monumental journey for equal opportunity in Sports. 

The Sports For All — the Female Cricket Strategy is a revolutionary model to ensure increased participation of women at all levels of cricket and contribute to equal opportunity for women and growth in India. And the RCB women’s team is very central to that mission with an investment of 901 Crores for Royal Challengers Bangalore. 

Beyond the field, the RCB thinks that the ‘Sport for All’ philosophy will also create a vibrant work culture and a holistic society. 

“Sports for All” is a roadmap based on critical pillars to ensure cricket becomes a household name and one of the first career choice for young woman in India.   

  1. Build icons: Sports has iconic figures to inspire the next generation and we commit to building icons here at RCB to inspire the upcoming generation of women in India. 
  2. Talent ID: RCB commits to identifying talent from every corner of the country through its Hinterland Scouting System and growing talent from the ground up and giving them an opportunity to showcase their undiscovered, raw talent and be a part of this movement and revolution of sports in India.
  3. Opportunity To Play: RCB will organise many competitions at multiple levels for talents to play and compete. Players from the grassroots will be given the platform to represent and play their style of cricket to mark their presence in the world of cricket. 
  4. Leverage Existing Fan base to make them the driving force to amplify women cricket in India. 

Mr Prathmesh Mishra, Chief Commercial Officer, Diageo India, and Chairman of RCB, said: “Gender inequality is not only a pressing moral and social issue but also a critical economic challenge. Nation can grow if there is gender parity and advancing woman’s equity can add to economic growth. 

Diageo believes it is our responsibility to contribute to nation’s progress. Investing in the women’s team has always been on top of our agenda. We believe it is a core part of our culture of diversity and inclusivity. We have invested 901 Crores to get this team because this mission is really important for this country. We believe India will move if we convert Sports & fitness from hobby to lifestyle and we are committed to this agenda.”

“We are confident that the WPL will go a long way not just in boosting women’s cricket in India but also mark a journey in equal participation of women in society at large. Along with superstars like Smriti Mandhana leading the team that RCB is immensely proud of putting together reflects our commitment and desire to promote women’s cricket and growth of opportunities for women in this country. We are ready for this historic journey which we firmly believe will enhance the future of women’s sports while encouraging equal opportunity for everyone.”  

While “Sports for All” approach is based predominantly on the ethos of building icons, giving more opportunities to women to compete at the highest level and unearthing new talents, there by inspiring the next generation of women cricketers. 

Smriti Mandhana, RCB women’s team captain, said: First of all, I should thank the RCB management for giving me the opportunity to be a part of and lead a legacy team like the RCB. It is an exciting opportunity and at the same time challenging. The WPL is a landmark tournament in the history of women’s cricket, and I hope we all will be inspiring a lot many women to take up the sports through our performance and presence. It’s extremely encouraging for us to see a franchise like RCB to commit to this larger cause of equal participation of women and invest a round sum of money to get a team and contribute to the growth of India.” 

Tata Motors reaches 50 Lakh Cars Milestone

Tata Motors announced a major achievement: the production of five million passenger vehicles (PV). Employees celebrated this historic moment, which is understandable given the journey to this point. The path to success included anticipated market ups and downs with each new product, new technology, and increased customer outreach.

The celebration was especially meaningful because Tata Forever range cars and SUVs were used to form the 50-lakh formation. The achievement demonstrates the popularity of Tata passenger vehicles in India. Without a doubt, each million units produced represents a new chapter in the company’s history.

Tata Motors has been constantly innovating and embracing the future of mobility. This entails developing vehicles that are safer, smarter, and more environmentally friendly in a timely manner. This accomplishment is a testament to the hard work of employees, suppliers, channel partners, the government, and customers.

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All of whom have made significant contributions to Tata Motors’ success in a competitive market. And the road to this point was not without its difficulties. This has been especially true in the last three years. The COVID-19 pandemic was a surprise to which no one was prepared.

Tata Motors’ strong product portfolio and improved consumer connect have contributed to this achievement.

Since producing the first million cars in 2004, the company has increased production to two million in 2010, three million in 2015, and four million in 2020. What’s remarkable is that Tata Motors went from producing four million to five million cars in just three years, which is faster than the previous milestones.

Tata Motors has launched a commemorative campaign for customers and employees to mark this achievement. To commemorate the occasion, dealerships and sales outlets will have special décor with signatory cues. Month-long celebrations are planned for the people who matter – across manufacturing locations and regional offices.

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The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) declares itself in favour of the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes

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ANOCA aligns itself with the position of the International Olympic Committee and its President, Dr Thomas Bach

At the end of the work of the 59th ordinary session of its Executive Committee, the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) in view of the exchanges and the recommendations defended by common agreement between all the participants took the resolution next:

– The members came out unanimously in favor of the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in all international competitions.

The President of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa, the Honorable Mustapha Berraf reiterated this position by affirming that ANOCA aligns itself with the position of the International Olympic Committee and its President Dr. Thomas Bach.

It will thus be a question of allowing Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate in complete neutrality without any sign of identity in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) declares itself in favour of the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes

ANOCA has given its agreement to reaffirm that politics cannot put pressure on Sport and withdraw from it all its nobility values ​​which revolve around peace, unity and Solidarity.

The work of Nouakchott takes on a historic stamp in this sense and insists on the lifting of the barriers which must exist between politics and sport.

It recalls that the Athletes must in no case pay the heavy price of a conflict whatever it is and wherever it is.

ANOCA wishes with all these wishes that this conflict ends and that the world finds all peace, tranquility and serenity.

This session was held under the chairmanship of the Honorable Mustapha Berraf, President of ANOCA.

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Roberto Firmino to leave Liverpool at the end of 22/23 as a free agent

Roberto Firmino is expected to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, when his contract expires. The player has personally informed Jurgen Klopp of his decision, and will take on a new challenge next season. 

He was offered a new deal by the club, but has rejected their offer after talking to his family. And now, after spending eight years with the club and winning every trophy available to him with the Merseyside club, he will seek a new club to play for as a free agent. 

Roberto Firmino to leave Liverpool as a free agent at the end of the season 

Last year, it was Sadio Mane who left the club. And this time around, Firmino is the one leaving the club. The fabled trio of Salah, Mane and Firmino has now become history as the club seeks to build a new project with new players.  

The Brazilian has struggled with injuries this season, which have limited his appearances. But over the last 15 years, he established himself as a vital player in Klopp’s setup which helped him establish the club as a powerhouse in England and Europe. 

Roberto Firmino has not started for the team since November, in spite of having a remarkable start to the season. He also surprisingly missed out on a call-up to the Brazil national team for the 2022 World Cup. And since then, things haven’t been the same for the 31-year-old. 

It now remains to be seen which club lines up to sign Firmino, given his experience at the highest level and his versatility in attack. 

MO Alts publishes My Way 3.0 to celebrate the inspiring stories of 23 distinguished entrepreneurs building 11 disruptive companies

Motilal Oswal Alternates (MO Alts) publishes the third book of its My Way series – My Way 3.0. This book narrates the origin stories of 23 distinguished entrepreneurs building 11 disruptive companies, and their aspirations for the future. The genesis of My Way series was in the realization that usually a select few large businesses enjoy the spotlight of media and consequently the public at large. However, given India’s massive size and scale, there are several tremendously inspiring stories about businesses that are on their path to greatness with solid foundations and unwavering corporate values. The stories also underline what it took and what it continues to take for these companies to create value and leave behind a legacy.

The book also captures the genesis of MO Alts, and how it emerged as a differentiated mid-market fund in a relatively short time and scaled-up. The 11 companies covered in this book are the ones in which MO Alts invested through its India Business Excellence Fund III.

Raamdeo Agrawal, Chairman, Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd said “Our Private Equity business was founded with a vision to become the most respected mid-market focused alternate asset manager in India. Right from inception, MO Alts was conceptualized as a PE firm that was for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs, with a mission to partner with high quality businesses and founders. India is poised for unprecedented growth over the next couple of decades, and we need to encourage and celebrate our entrepreneurs to make sure that this opportunity is capitalized on.”

Vishal Tulsyan, CEO & Managing Director, MO Alts said “At MO Alts our investing philosophy is rooted in backing not just the right business model but also the right entrepreneur. What we look for in people are mainly four things – integrity and competence; skills to build a large organization; passion and hunger; and grace, which means having a mind-set of choosing the right thing to do for every stakeholder.”

“Given, our focus on founder selection, we felt it was important that we showcase and celebrate those who chose to partner with us. MO Alts believes that good quality companies and promoters have multiple sources of funds and many options at their disposal. We aim to add value in many other ways than just providing capital.”

MO Alts publishes My Way 3.0 to celebrate the inspiring stories of 23 distinguished entrepreneurs building 11 disruptive companies

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Once MO Alts becomes part of a company, it seeks to work in partnership with the entrepreneur to ensure that the full might of its network and experience is at their disposal to leverage. Building the right team, empowering them, and aligning them with the larger vision is the only way to build a lasting and scalable organization. MO Alts helps its portfolio companies to see the value of taking everyone along, and making the larger team a partner in the success story.

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Sergio Busquets overtakes Paco Gento, Messi and Ramos with 2 new El Clasico records

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Sergio Busquets has set two new records in El Clasico with his latest appearance in the fixture. The Barcelona midfielder captained his side to a 1-0 win at the Santiago Bernabeu, as they picked up the advantage heading into the second leg of their 2023 Copa del Rey semi final. 

While he didn’t score, he made his 46th El Clasico appearance, surpassing Sergio Ramos and Lionel Messi to become the player with the most appearances in the fixture. 

Sergio Busquets sets two new El Clasico records 

Not only is he the player with the most appearances, but he is also the one with the most wins in the fixture. Barcelona’s win at the Bernabeu means Sergio Busquets now has 22 wins against Los Blancos, surpassing the previous record of 21 held by Real Madrid legend Paco Gento. 

He has lost 16 times to Real, while drawing eight times. And so far, he has never found the back of the net against their rivals. 

With two more meetings set up between the two teams until the end of the season, Busquets has the opportunity to extend his record even further. He is expected to have 48 Clasico appearances by the end, with a potential 24 wins if they can continue their dominant form over Los Blancos. 

The veteran’s future remains uncertain, however, since his deal expires in the summer and he hasn’t agreed to a renewal yet. 

Newcastle United set for new-look scouting team from 23/24

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Newcastle United have undergone a massive transformation since their Saudi Arabian takeover. It was expected that the club would go all-out with their financial power to sign players immediately. But that has been the approach of Chelsea, rather than the Magpies. 

After some very shrewd signings, such as Bruno Guimaraes, Sven Botman and Kieran Trippier, Eddie Howe’s side is in contention for a Champions League from mid-table obscurity. And now, they are making changes to their backroom staff for their long-term project. 

Newcastle United to appoint Manchester City scouts 

Paul McLaren, who previously worked with Manchester City, will be moving to Tyneside soon as the head of UK scouting at the youth level. The club will also appoint West Ham United academy scout Delroy Ebanks as their Southern lead scout to oversee their youth team. 

Paul Baker will be the lead scout for the North, and Paul Midgley will be the head of youth recruitment for Newcastle United. McLaren will start his role from July, at the end of the ongoing season, as part of the new-look recruitment team at the club. 

As a result, it appears that Newcastle are taking a much more long-term approach to their growth. This is similar to the kind that RB Leipzig have taken in Germany. However, they have sister clubs all over the club feeding them players, particularly, RB Salzburg from Austria. And it now remains to be seen whether the Saudi Arabian ownership will develop a similar model for the Premier League club to thrive. 

ISL Playoffs: Kerala Blasters walk off the pitch and abandon the match against Bengaluru FC

In the first match of the ISL Payoffs of this 2022-23 season, Bengaluru FC hosted Kerala Blasters in the first knockout match to seal a place in the semi-finals. The hype surrounding the match was huge as Kerala Blasters are one of the most supported ISL teams and on the other hand, Indian captain Sunil Chhetri has a huge fan base.

The match was equally contested by both the teams as expected and the game was held to a goalless draw in the 90 minutes. But it was in the first half of extra time, that drama started to unfold. In the 96th minute, Bengaluru FC got a free kick. The Kerala Blasters FC goalkeeper was trying to make a wall and was way off his line. Experienced Sunil Chhetri took this opportunity and took the free kick quickly and beat the goalkeeper to take a 1-0 lead in the tie.

However, this decision didn’t go well will the Kerala Blasters as their coach Ivan Vukomanovic called his players to walk off the pitch. The whole team went straight into the dressing room and abandoned the match. They gave up without a fight with 25-30 minutes of play still left.

ISL Playoffs: Kerala Blasters walk off the pitch and abandon the match against Bengaluru FC

This is a never-seen-before event in ISL as no other team has walked off the pitch in protest of a referring decision. There will surely be a huge consequence of this for the Kerala Blasters.

Bengaluru FC players waited on the pitch as their opponents went into the dressing room. Sunil Chhetri’s team was on the pitch for the full 120 minutes before the referee blew the final whistle.

The ISL rules and regulations regarding this strange situation are still unknown but for sure, but the consequences will be grave. There have been many referring errors this season, but disrespecting the officials and the league in this manner won’t go down well.

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