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Nottingham Forest will engage in discussions with Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) Chief Howard Webb this week, where they will review the controversial VAR decisions made during their defeat to Everton. Forest was incensed by the officiating of referee Anthony Taylor and VAR official Stuart Atwell, particularly with regard to three penalty appeals involving Ashley Young. According to the Daily Mail, PGMOL protocol allows clubs to request access to VAR audio, and Webb will present the recordings to Forest officials ahead of Sunday’s match against Manchester City. The meeting will be attended by Evangelos Marinakis or Sokratis Kominakis, who represent Forest’s ownership group. Forest has drawn criticism for their statement following the Everton loss, in which they questioned the appointment of Atwell, who supports Luton Town, implying that PGMOL could have avoided the situation. Despite Forest’s request, PGMOL has declined to make the VAR audio public, but one of the decisions is expected to be featured in the upcoming ‘Match Officials: Mic’d Up’ program. Forest may face consequences from the Football Association due to comments made by Nuno Espirito Santo, Neco Williams, and the club’s refereeing consultant, Mark Clattenburg, which appeared to question Atwell’s integrity.

As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, speculation about potential trades intensifies. Since 2019, numerous first-round picks have been traded, including five within the top 10. To help navigate the complexities of these transactions, the PFF draft value chart offers invaluable insights. It assigns a numerical value to each draft pick, representing the expected four-year PFF WAR (Wins Above Replacement) value of a player selected in that position. This data empowers individuals to assess trades effectively, identifying teams that overpay or secure the more favorable outcome.

AB de Villiers has slammed Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) decision to release Yuzvendra Chahal. Chahal recently etched his name into IPL history by becoming the first bowler to claim 200 wickets in the tournament, a milestone he achieved by dismissing Mumbai Indians’ Mohammad Nabi. De Villiers, who shared the RCB dressing room with Chahal, described the spinner’s departure from the franchise as ‘heartbreaking’. Chahal, a key member of RCB’s squad, formed close bonds with both de Villiers and Virat Kohli both on and off the field. Despite his departure from the team, Chahal remains RCB’s leading wicket-taker, having claimed 139 wickets in 113 matches at an economy rate of 7.58.

Ahead of their clash in IPL 2024, both Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have outlined their strategies. RCB’s Will Jacks emphasized their plan to bat first and pressure SRH by dismissing their in-form openers early on.

India will bid to host the World Chess Championship later this year, featuring Chennai’s D Gukesh as the challenger and defending champion Ding Liren of China. Gukesh secured his spot in the match after winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto, becoming the youngest ever contender. The All India Chess Federation (AICF), led by Secretary Dev Patel, expressed confidence in hosting the championship, emphasizing the potential to make chess more popular in the country. The venue and dates are still under discussion with FIDE, the governing body of chess. Several Indian states, including Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, are in contention to host the event.

Arnold Schwarzenegger tackles the question of whether exercising at night enhances fat loss. Despite intriguing findings, the lack of conclusive evidence in observational studies highlights the need for further research. However, Schwarzenegger emphasizes the significance of consistency over timing, as continuous effort is crucial for achieving weight loss goals.

Francis Lui Kin-wai’s superstar Golden Sixty drew barrier seven for the Group One Champions Mile, scheduled for Thursday’s FWD Champions Day. Lui expressed concerns about the weather, as rain has persisted at Sha Tin throughout the week, similar to the conditions when Golden Sixty finished third in the 2022 Group One Gold Cup on a yielding surface. Despite the weather uncertainty, Lui remains optimistic, highlighting Golden Sixty’s professionalism and exceptional fitness. Other notable runners in the Champions Mile include Voyage Bubble (barrier six), Galaxy Patch (barrier one), and Japanese contender Obamburumai (barrier 10). Romantic Warrior drew barrier 10 for the Group One QE II Cup, while Massive Sovereign has a favorable barrier two. The Group One Chairman’s Sprint Prize features California Spangle in barrier seven and Victor The Winner in barrier two. Mad Cool, who defeated Victor The Winner in Japan’s Group One Takamatsunomiya Kinen, drew barrier 11.

Despite a valiant effort at the Theatre of Dreams, Sheffield United’s Premier League survival hopes dwindle after a 3-2 defeat to Manchester United. Jayden Bogle and Ben Brereton Diaz handed the Blades the lead on two occasions, but a Harry Maguire-won penalty and a Bruno Fernandes brace ultimately sealed their fate. Sheffield United’s defensive woes continue to haunt them, as they have now conceded the most goals (92) in a 38-game Premier League season, surpassing Derby County’s previous record. With four matches remaining, the Blades face an uphill battle to avoid relegation, with a loss to Newcastle United on Saturday potentially sealing their fate.

Arsenal has regained control of the Premier League title race with emphatic wins over Chelsea and Wolves. Liverpool’s title hopes have suffered a setback after a home loss to Everton, while Manchester City remains in contention with two games in hand. The top three’s remaining fixtures provide a tantalizing glimpse into the season’s thrilling conclusion.

Former Indian cricketers Sanjay Manjrekar and Deep Dasgupta have strongly advocated for the inclusion of wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant in the Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. They believe that Pant’s exceptional skills and recent performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) make him a key player for India’s chances of success in the tournament. Pant has been in excellent form in the IPL, scoring 342 runs in nine matches for the Delhi Capitals, including three half-centuries and an explosive 88 not out against the Gujarat Titans. Manjrekar believes that Pant’s ability to score quickly and win matches on his own sets him apart from other Indian wicket-keeper batters. He also highlighted Pant’s temperament, saying that he thrives on big stages and is able to relax and play his natural game under pressure. Dasgupta echoed Manjrekar’s sentiments, saying that Pant is a no-brainer for the playing XI. He praised Pant’s fitness and hard work, noting that he has lost six kilos in the last four or five months. Dasgupta also believes that Pant’s recent IPL performances have proven that he is in peak physical and mental condition. The ICC has set a deadline of May 25 for teams to make changes to their original squad selections, which means that Pant’s inclusion is still a possibility. If he is selected, he will be a valuable asset to the Indian team and could play a key role in their quest for T20 World Cup glory.