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PSG vs Bayern Munich: Lineup and how to watch the UEFA Champions League match LIVE in India?

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The UEFA Champions League knockout stage is back after the group stage of the tournament was concluded before the FIFA World Cup 2022. Now, it’s time for the UCL Round of 16 stage. The tournament will resume with a blockbuster clash between French club PSG and German side Bayern Munich.

The two teams meet in the 2020 Champions League final where Bayern Munich defeated PSG. PSG will be looking to get the better of the two teams this time. The two-legged tie promises to be an exciting one.

PSG vs Bayern Munich: Lineup and how to watch the UEFA Champions League match LIVE in India?

When is the PSG vs Bayern Munich UEFA Champions League match?

The UEFA Champions League match between PSG and Bayern Munich will be played on 14th February 2023.

Where will be the match played?

The match will be played at PSG’s home ground, Parc des Princes.

What time does the match kick-off?

The match will kick off at 1:30 AM IST (Wednesday, 15th February 2023).

Which TV channels will broadcast the UEFA Champions League match live in India?

Sony Sports Network is the official broadcaster of the UEFA Champions League tournament in India. The match will be broadcasted on Sony Ten 2 channel.

How can you watch the live streaming of the match in India?

You can watch the live streaming of the PSG vs Bayern Munich UEFA Champions League on Sony LIV.

Predicted Lineups

PSG: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Ramos; Mendes; Danilo; Ruiz, Vitinha, Verratti; Neymar, Messi

Bayern Munich: Sommer; Cancelo, De Ligt, Upamecano, Davies; Goretzka, Kimmich; Sane, Musiala, Coman; Choupo-Moting

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Jesse Marsch being favoured as new Southampton manager before 18th Feb

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Southampton are considering Jesse Marsch as a candidate to replace former head coach Nathan Jones. The American was recently sacked by Leeds United after spending just under a year with the Yorkshire club. 

The likes of Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard were also looked at. But as things stand, Marsch is leading the race to be named the new manager. 

Jones spent three months in charge of the club, and was only able to win one game during his time on the bench. As a result, the club decided to move swiftly to relieve him of his duties. And the Saints now want a new man in charge before their next game against Chelsea on the 18th. 

Jesse Marsch in line to become next Southampton manager 

The American’s past connection to the Red Bull group, having coached the New York Red Bulls in the past. And that is the time since when Southampton have been keeping an eye on his development. 

They now believe it is important to act fast and have a new man in charge of the first team. However, it will be a very tough task for Jesse Marsch since the team is at the bottom of the table, and is at a serious risk of being relegated at the end of the season. 

An official announcement from Southampton about their head coach position can be expected in the days before 18th. 

Danilo to sign new contract with Juventus until 2025

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Juventus full-back Danilo is set to renew his contract with the club in the coming days. The player himself confirmed that he would be signing on for an additional period beyond his current deal, and it is only a matter of time before it has been made official. 

This season, he has been one of the most trusted defenders for Max Allegri. He has started all matches in Serie A except for one, and has worn the captain’s armband in nine games. As a result, he has stepped up as a leader on the pitch which has helped the rest of the team get back on track. 

Danilo to renew contract with Juventus very soon  

“The contract expires in 2024, there will be important news soon. I have faith in the club: it will even overcome this moment. I have played for Porto, Real and City, but only here do you understand that what you did up until the day before it is not enough,” Danilo told Tuttosport about his new deal. 

The new contract that he will be signing runs until 2025, an extra year than his current deal. The 31-year-old has performed quite well this season, after spells at Manchester City and Real Madrid where he wasn’t exceptional. 

His assertiveness on the pitch has been quite instrumental in their success this season. And in the absence of Bonucci, he is one of the senior players that can lead the team from the front. 

MediaTek’s revenues will continue to drop in Q1 2023

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Revenues of $3.4 billion, down 26% QoQ and 25% YoY for MediaTek‘s Q4 2022. The total revenue for 2022 was $18.7 billion, an increase of 6% year over year. Powered by 5G SoCs, MediaTek produced a good H1 2022, but a disappointing H2 2022 as a result of macroeconomic headwinds and customer inventory adjustments.

Why MediaTek’s revenue is dropping?

The sluggish consumer demand, the slow China market, and inventory adjustments by smartphone OEMs were the causes of the QoQ fall. Due to aggressive inventory adjustments by clients, the revenue for the mobile phone segment fell by 25% YoY and 30% QoQ. In Q4 2022, the Taiwanese chip giant derived 52% of its revenue from this category.

MediaTek's revenues will continue to drop in Q1 2023

Due to order reductions from telecommunication operators for inventory adjustment, the smart edge segment, which generated 42% of the company’s sales in the fourth quarter, experienced a sequential fall of 18%. Due to the rising popularity of these devices in the US and Europe, enterprise ASIC and automotive revenue both increased.

A small portion of MediaTek’s revenue, or 6%, came from the power IC market, which saw a 37% QoQ decline in Q4 due to sluggish demand from consumer electronics like smartphones. But in Q4 there was a rise in demand for power ICs from commercial and industrial applications.

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MediaTek revised its outlook from the previous quarter’s estimate, lowering Q1 2023 revenues to the range of $3.0-$3.4 billion, a decrease of 35–40% year over year and 3-12% quarter over quarter. A 47.5% gross margin and a 33% operating expense ratio are anticipated for Q1 2023. The majority of smartphone OEMs will keep their inventory cautiously. The first quarter will see a small uptick in demand for Wi-Fi and smart TV. Along with Bullitt Group, MediaTek unveiled satellite-based connectivity solutions that will go on sale in Q1 2023. After Apple and Qualcomm, MediaTek is the third company to provide satellite-based connectivity options.

By the end of H1 2023, MediaTek directed the inventory levels to return to normal. This is consistent with our opinion. MediaTek anticipates a sales increase in the second half of 2023. By the end of Q1 2023, Chinese smartphone OEMs’ inventory levels will drop to 2-2.5 months from the current 3-3.5 months.

MediaTek shipments have decreased, according to Counterpoint Research’s Smartphone AP/SoC Shipment Tracker, as a result of continuous inventory adjustments, the state of the global economy, and a sluggish China market. In Q4 2022, LTE SoCs saw a greater drop than 5G SoCs.

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MediaTek provided generally unreliable Q1 2023 guidance. Inventory adjustment and macroeconomic concerns will make the first half of 2023 challenging. We anticipate that the market will recover and that inventory levels will return to normal in the second half. In 2023, we anticipate a stagnation in the global shipment of smartphones. Therefore, despite the second-half growth, it’s predicted that shipments of AP SoCs for smartphones would decline in 2023.

Samsung Odyssey G5 QHD Gaming Monitor 2023 launched

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Apart from launching the flagship Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED Curved Gaming Monitor, Samsung also announced the affordable Odyssey G5 2023 QHD Gaming Monitor in India today. This marks the fourth SKU in the portfolio to be launched recently and goes to show its interest in the rising market of India.

Samsung Odyssey G5 QHD Gaming Monitor 2023 launched ₹26,299

Samsung Odyssey G5 QHD Gaming Monitor 2023 is here – All You Need to Know

This 27-inch Odyssey G5 QHD Gaming Monitor is a successor to the very cool Odyssey G5 from 2022, so retains most of the features from its predecessor. It still retains that 1000R curvature that makes it stand out from the rest, same 16:9 aspect ratio, HDR10 support and 2,560 x 1,440 resolution.

With up to 300 nits of peak brightness, 1ms response time and an upgraded 165Hz refresh rate, the Odyssey G5 (2023) could be your next affordable QHD Gaming Monitor. Also, it retains the AMD FreeSync Premium feature to reduce lags, screen tearing and helps you a lot if you have an AMD GPU.

Exclusive gaming features like Flicker Free, Black Equalizer, Low Input Lag Mode and Refresh Rate Optimizer make your gaming experience even richer. If you love to use the monitor for long hours, the Eye Saver Mode will be a real help, standard ports like DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, USB Type-C and a 3.5mm headphone jack are there.

Currently, this curved borderless gaming monitor has been launched in India for ₹26,299 with 3 years warranty, so if you are intending to get one for yourself, head over to Samsung India and order it right away. As a part of the launch offer, this gaming monitor also includes Exchange and No Cost EMI offers, visit Samsung India: https://lite.bz/sI31eN

Ruben Baraja becomes new Valencia head coach after Gattuso

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Valencia have announced former midfielder Ruben Baraja as the replacement for Gennaro Gattuso. His appointment has been confirmed by the club in an official statement. 

The extent of his deal has not been revealed, but one can expect it will at least be until the end of the season if not 2024. He joins the club having managed other Spanish teams such as Elche, Rayo Vallecano, Real Zaragoza, Tenerife and Sporting Gijon. 

Ruben Baraja returns to Valencia as first team manager 

“‘Pipo’, one of the most decorated and illustrious players in the history of Valencia CF, knows the idiosyncrasies of the club and returns home to contribute with his professionalism and commitment as a coach after forging his legendary figure in the 2000s by helping to win two La Liga titles, a Uefa Cup, a European Super Cup and a Copa del Rey,” the official statement read. 

“In the coming days he will take charge of the team at the Ciutat Esportiva de Paterna and his coaching staff will include another Valencia CF legend, Carlos Marchena.”

Valencia started the season well under Gattuso, but fell off in subsequent matches. They now find themselves at serious risk of relegation from La Liga, one point from safety. Ruben Baraja becomes the tenth manager to lead the club in nine years, showcasing the tumultuous situation at the club. 

Fans have been protesting against the ownership of Peter Lim very prominently in the last few weeks. And it now remains to be seen whether their worst fears will be avoided or realised by the end of the campaign. 

BCCI Awards Long-Awaited Compensation to Innovative VJD Method’s Inventor Jayadevan After 25 years

For cricket enthusiasts and fans, the term VJD method is not new. The Board of Control for Cricket in India BCCI has finally paid the due remuneration to the developer of the “VJD method“, V Jayadevan, after a massive 25 years. This method is used to calculate target scores if a cricket match is interrupted by rain and has been extensively used in domestic cricket matches in India since 1998.

V Jayadevan, a civil engineer, who worked at the irrigation department in Thrissur, created the VJD method as a casual invention and it was Sunil Gavaskar who finally understood its worth and got it adopted by the BCCI. Despite the widespread popularity of the VJD method, the BCCI failed to recognize its worth and provided just a meagre one-time remuneration, which Jayadevan used for developing a better version of the software.

Here’s what you need to know about Jayadevan and his revolutionary creation – VJD Method

  1. The VJD method was created as a teaching tool for a BTech student.
  2. Jayadevan, who was passionate about cricket, took an interest in the subject and developed the method.
  3. Sunil Gavaskar finally understood its merits and assured to take it forward.
  4. The BCCI adopted the method in domestic cricket in 1998 but failed to provide a deserving payment to Jayadevan.
  5. In 2010, there were plans to use the VJD method in the Indian Premier League but it didn’t materialise due to internal issues.
  6. Jayadevan is currently working on adapting the method for Android and iOS phones.
  7. He has taken VRS from his job and is now developing the Android version of the VJD method.
  8. Jayadevan will continue discussions with IPL chairman Brijesh Patel and BCCI to explore the possibility of using the VJD method in IPL tournaments.

BCCI Finally Recognizes and Rewards the Pioneering Work of Jayadevan and the VJD Method

For the unversed, the Duckworth-Lewis method is also used to set winning targets in international matches that are disrupted by rain. However, the BCCI adopted the VJD method for domestic cricket in India. Jayadevan’s contribution to the world of cricket cannot be ignored, and it is high time that the BCCI recognizes his worth and pays him the due remuneration.

The VJD method is a revolutionary invention that has greatly impacted the world of cricket. It is imperative that the BCCI and other cricket governing bodies recognize and acknowledge the efforts of individuals like Jayadevan who have contributed to the sport in their own unique way. The recent payment to Jayadevan is a step in the right direction and we hope that such acknowledgements become a norm in the future.

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Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre: Everything We Need to Know

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Aubrey Plaza has appeared doe the latest super-spy thriller film titled, Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre. In this film, we will see Orson Fortune who has been tasked with tracking down billionaire arms broker the reason behind the deadly new weapon technology.

Orson takes the help of international operatives, played by Aubrey Plaza, Cary Elwes, Bugzy Malone, plus movie star Danny Francesco to save the world. The Guy Ritchie Aubrey Plaza may not be the perfect employee, but this time there will be no exception. 

Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre

Lionsgate is set to release the Miramax film in theaters, directed by Ritchie and co-written by Ivan Atkinson and Marn Davies. Ritchie, Atkinson, and Bill Block produce “Operation Fortune,” which marks Miramax’s third film collaboration with Ritchie behind “The Gentleman” and “Wrath of Man.” Lionsgate is also set to distribute Ritchie’s upcoming “Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” film. 

“Operation Fortune” was co-financed by Miramax and STX Entertainment. The feature was originally set to debut in January 2022 but has since been pushed back. 

Statham and Ritchie have collaborated on films across two decades since 1998’s “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.” While Statham is an action franchise staple, co-star Plaza has newly been minting her action chops coming off the independent film “Emily the Criminal.” 

“I think, for a while, I did feel like, ‘Aw man, I’m being put in a box, and I don’t like it, so I’m going to fight to get out of that and show people what I can do,’” Plaza said of being typecast in a certain comedy role. “But then I started to look at it as a gift. If I convince people so well that I was that one thing and then I do something that’s totally different, it will be that much more satisfying to surprise them. So I started to try to think of it like that and be a little bit more positive and less bitter about it.” 

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Plaza previously said that she channeled her inner James Bond for “Operation Fortune.” 

“I was like, ‘If I’m going to be in an action movie, I want to be with Jason Statham and Guy Ritchie, that’s good for me,’” Plaza told L’Officiel Australia of playing secret agent Sarah Fidel. “Normally, in those movies, the Bond character is always mildly sexually harassing other women or being so overly flirtatious with the women. I was like, I wanted Sarah Fidel to be a female bond, not like a Bond girl, like a female Bond. Where I was like, I’m an agent, but I’m also hitting on all the guys, and I’m just horny or something.” 

She talked with fun  “That was not in the script. I just added that because I thought that’s what a female Bond character would do. We need a female Bond.” 

Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre: Release Date 

Operation Fortune premiered only in theaters on 3rd March 2023. 

Here is the trailer: 

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Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED Curved Gaming Monitor launched in India

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Finally, Samsung has launched its flagship Gaming Monitor in India, Odyssey G8 OLED with a curved OLED display refined for a true gaming experience. Built on the foundation of Samsung’s Odyssey lineup of gaming monitors, it looks pretty cool and unique in its own way.

The new design mixes the core Odyssey Gaming philosophy and also brings the good of Samsung Smart Monitors, so anyone who is paying a ransom amount of money for these monitors will get the best out of both worlds. Launched at a price of ₹1,32,399, it’s not cheap though but demands the price because of its uniqueness.

Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED Curved Gaming Monitor launched in India

Hearing the fact that most gamers want a high refresh rate OLED gaming experience, Samsung brought this Odyssey G8 OLED Curved Gaming Monitor that bears a 34-inch QD-OLED display with 3,440 x 1,440 resolution. Having that 1800R curvature does give this monitor an edge over any available in other markets with sleek edges and a low 0.1ms response time.

Samsung says the monitor covers 99% DCI-P3 color gamut, which again is a good thing for those who want to do creative tasks as well. Both a 175Hz refresh rate and a high 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio make gaming more lifelike and rich, while in terms of media consumption, you have VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 and HDR10+ & HDR10+ Gaming.

As we told you, this Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED brings both gaming and media consumption advantages along with productive greatness, the Neo Quantum Processor and Smart TV experience with its embedded TV apps just enriches why you should pay the premium price.

Samsung Odyssey Odyssey G8 OLED Detailed Specifications

  • QD-OLED & NEO QUANTUM PROCESSOR: With the advanced Neo Quantum Processor, every frame on the QD-OLED panel is instantly analyzed and optimized for maximum quality; Colors, shades and contrast unify to deliver a bright and brilliant picture at all times
  • DisplayHDR True Black 400: Uncover every secret with infinite expression; See true black and dark colors on screen without pixel light bleed for supreme color and depth expression in every game
  • ULTRA WQHD: The Ultra-WQHD display with a 21:9 ratio surrounds your peripherals to give you more field of vision in combat, races and more; With a wider field of view, attack before your opponent can react
Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED Curved Gaming Monitor launched in India
  • 0.03MS RESPONSE TIME & 175HZ REFRESH RATE: Dodge, counter and engage faster than the rest; QD-OLED technology creates near-instant reaction time with the blistering 0.03ms response time and 175Hz refresh rate; Milliseconds count when you face the best
  • AMD FREESYNC PREMIUM PRO: Hyper action made seamless; Fast-action and complex game scenes are projected stably and stutter-free with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro to power your competitive edge
  • SAMSUNG GAMING HUB: Gaming Hub allows instant access to top streaming services and your favourite consoles; Smooth visuals and responsive gameplay are powered by Samsung’s advanced game streaming technology without downloads – just turn on and play
  • GAME BAR: Check and control game settings in an instant and view the status of important settings such as FPS or HDR; Modify response time, screen ratio and game picture mode all on one in-game screen for uninterrupted, more optimal gameplay
Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED Curved Gaming Monitor launched in India
  • SMART TV EXPERIENCE: Take a break from gaming sessions and catch up on streaming content with just a Wi-Fi connection; Samsung TV Plus offers free live content with no downloads or sign-ups and personalized recommendations from Universal Guide
  • IoT HUB & VOICE ASSISTANTS: Dim the lights, set the thermostat and pull the blinds down, all using SmartThings integration to create the perfect gaming environment; Voice controls are even accessible via Bixby or Alexa, and are supported by the monitor’s built-in speakers.
  • USB TYPE C PORT: The USB C port enables you to power up, transmit data and send display signals between devices with one connection; Its single connection architecture offers an intuitive PC setup that’s clutter-free and stress-free. In addition, the Micro HDMI 2.1 port provides a smoother, clearer, color and higher resolution gaming experience, especially for consoles.

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Newgen Gaming raises strategic investment from nCore Games

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Newgen Gaming operates the popular Penta Esports brand

The funding will be used to expand operations across South Asia and MENA regions

nCore Games has also invested in Studio nCore, IceSpice and Dot9 Games

nCore Games has made a strategic investment of $1 million in a gaming company, Newgen Gaming which operates in the esports domain through its brand Penta Esports. This is the first funding round for Newgen Gaming.

The company was founded in 2021 by industry veterans Anurag Khurana, Kiran Noojibail,  Akshay Paul and Krishanu Ghosal. Its esports brand, Penta Esports, specialises in multiple verticals including leagues, tournaments and content. With a focus on the grassroots esports ecosystem of India, the brand enables esports athletes with opportunities across titles and platforms.

Since its inception, Penta Esports has launched its grassroots-focused league called the Penta Amateur League and the Penta Collegiate League for colleges and universities, alongside other tournament IPs like the Penta Invitational, Penta Cup, and Penta Challenge. The company’s latest IP, the Penta Pro Series which was an official Valorant Off Season event witnessed participation from the best teams across regions. Additionally, the brand also has multiple content IPs and plans to launch more.

The funds will be used to accelerate the growth of the company’s offerings and to expand its team and operations across South Asia and MENA regions.

nCore Games is India’s premiere mobile games and Interactive company and also has investments in Studio nCore, IceSpice and Dot9 Games. The company’s marquee investors include Galaxy Interactive and Animoca Brands. These investors have backed the company as their first investment in the Indian subcontinent in order to tap into the founder’s deep and unparalleled experience in mobile gaming and the region’s significant growth prospects.

Through this investment, nCore Games will gain access to a strong network of esports athletes and fans, as well as unique and strong content intellectual properties, like Esports in 5, 1v1, Koffee with Kiran and more. Penta Esports will be able to capitalise on its strong growth and momentum with this infusion of capital. 

Newgen Gaming founder and CEO, Anurag Khurana said, “We started Newgen Gaming with an objective to democratise gaming and esports in India. We will be scaling up rapidly and providing more opportunities to the players and experiences to the viewers across the region. We’re excited to have raised this round from nCore Games. Vishal and I always had a collective vision that has been aligned to bring growth to the gaming industry. This collaboration will be our first big step together.”

Kaval Bombra Co-founder, President and CEO of nCore Global said, “This strategic investment will mark our foray into esports and we’re thrilled to have Newgen Gaming, an established leader in that segment, as our partner. We believe the team’s collective experience and vision has it poised for enormous growth and provides the right synergy for nCore as it works to establish a comprehensive gaming ecosystem.”

Said nCore Games co-founder Vishal Gondal, “As we set out to build a full-stack gaming ecosystem, we believe Newgen Gaming will be an integral part. Esports event management and fan engagement are set to become key growth drivers for the industry, and we look forward to tapping into Newgen Gaming’s expertise in this area as we build out India’s #1 gaming platform.”