RASHID KHAN AND FAF DU PLESSIS SET TO RETURN FOR MAJOR LEAGUE CRICKET SEASON TWO.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (Mar. 13, 2024) – The cricket fever is in the air in the United States of America as the second season of the Major League Cricket is set to be held in July this year. Superstars Rashid Khan (MI New York), Faf du Plessis (Texas Super Kings), Marco Jansen (Washington Freedom), Quinton de Kock (Seattle Orcas), Haris Rauf (San Francisco Unicorns) and Sunil Narine (LA Knight Riders) are all set to return for the exciting second season. MLC’s debut season in 2023 transformed the landscape of American cricket, bringing world class domestic T20 action to the United States for the first time with most of the matches played in front of sold-out crowds in Texas and North Carolina. Dozens of the world’s best cricketers competed alongside the nation’s top domestic talent across 19 matches. MI New York claimed the inaugural championship crown, defeating the Seattle Orcas in the championship final on July 30 at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium. Additionally, Major League Cricket (MLC) and Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) announced today an agreement for the professional services company to become the first-ever title sponsor of America’s only world class professional cricket championship. Cognizant Major League Cricket will return for its second season this summer, kicking- off on July 4 and again bringing the world’s best cricketers to the United States for multiple weeks of high-adrenaline T20 cricket action. “Major League Cricket is thrilled to welcome Cognizant as our title sponsor, starting with season two of MLC this summer,” said Vijay Srinivasan, co-founder, Major League Cricket. “This multi-year partnership will help enable the continued growth of MLC and cricket in America as this new era in the United States for the world’s second-largest sport continues to bloom.” “Cognizant is excited to support Major League Cricket’s vision, inspiring the next generation of cricket players,” said Ravi Kumar S, Chief Executive Officer, Cognizant. “Our extended relationship with MLC will help us create deeper connections with our clients and associates, while giving back to the communities where we work and play through outreach and education to help invite historically excluded groups into sports and technology.” MLC expands Cognizant’s sports sponsorship portfolio, which spans across the PGA, LPGA, Aston Martin Formula 1 (AMF1) team, SailGP, and the English Football Association, representing a combination of the interest and passion of its clients for the inspiration and energy that sports provides. Cognizant’s sponsorships are aligned to its goals of showcasing the parallels between sport and technology and increasing diversity and inclusion in both arenas. The 2024 MLC season will include matches returning to Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Grand Prairie, TX and at additional venues to be named later. More details on the 2024 season will be announced soon.
“Feels like I’m making my debut again” – Rishabh Pant.
New Delhi, 13 March 2024 “I’m excited and nervous at the same time. It feels like I’m going to make my debut again,” said star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, upon being declared fit by the BCCI for the upcoming edition of the IPL. The 26-year-old, who underwent an extensive rehabilitation and recovery process following a life-threatening road accident, will be making a return to professional cricket after 14 months. “To be able to play cricket again after everything I’ve been through is nothing short of a miracle,” an emotional Pant said. “I’m grateful to all my well-wishers and fans, and most importantly, the BCCI and staff at NCA. All their love and support continues to give me immense strength.” Upon joining the Delhi Capitals pre-season camp, Pant said, “I’m excited to return to Delhi Capitals & the IPL – a tournament I enjoy so much. Our team owners and support staff have been by my side throughout with their full support, guidance and co-operation at every step, for which I am deeply grateful. I can’t wait to re-unite with my DC family and play in front of the fans again.” Speaking on the occasion, Delhi Capitals Chairman & Co-owner Parth Jindal said, “We’re delighted to welcome Rishabh back to the Delhi Capitals family. The kind of grit and resilience he has displayed in overcoming challenges is inspirational to say the least. We’re humbled to have been a part of his journey to recovery, which has been exceptional. Rishabh’s return is one of the most highly anticipated ones in recent times, and I can’t wait to see him compete again.” Team co-owner Kiran Grandhi said, “Rishabh’s return is tremendous news not just for all of us at Delhi Capitals, but for Indian cricket. We’re glad to have assisted and supported him whenever there was a requirement. We are tremendously excited to see him back in DC colours, and can’t wait to watch him entertain the fans. Our best wishes are with him” Delhi Capitals will begin their IPL 2024 campaign against Punjab Kings on Saturday, 23 Match 2024 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mohali.
WPL 2024 : Perry’s panache derails the Mumbai Local.
The latest episode of ‘Cricket Ka Queendom’ saw two of the most decorated franchises of the TATA WPL take on each other. The Mumbai Indians were up against the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Arun Jaitley stadium at New Delhi. And it was a complete Ellyse Perry show all the way. It was the RCB Women who won the toss & they asked the girls from Mumbai to bat first. It was Ellyse Perry who took charge with both the bat & the ball. Firstly, she made the ball talk with her fiery nip-backers and made the Mumbai batters dance to her tunes. Perry, with her six wicket haul (6 for 15) restricted the Mumbai Indians to a modest total of 113. Mumbai Indians were off to a good start with their top order batters producing a clinic. Openers, Hayley Matthews and S Sajana added 43 runs together. However the Mumbai innings soon had to deal with breakthroughs as Perry provided a masterpiece with her seam bowling. First she crashed the ball onto the off stump and got rid of Sajeevan Sajana (30 off 21). Perry stunned the crowd with the next delivery, as Harmanpreet Kaur (0 off 1) played on a delivery from around the fifth-stump line which ended up hitting the stumps. Perry had her chances to grab the hat-trick but Amelia Kerr with the bat didn’t make it happen. Kerr couldn’t survive in front of Perry’s pace for too long. In the very next over by Ellyse Perry, Kerr (2 off 5) came down the pitch but was beaten on the inside edge by the one that angled in. The not-out decision was reviewed and the Mumbai Indians all-rounder found plumb in front. Next up was Amanjot Kaur who smashed her first delivery towards the fence for a four. But another nip-backer from Perry cost the Mumbai Indians the wicket of Amanjot Kaur (4 off 2). It was a deja-vu for Perry when Pooja Vastrakar (6 off 10) managed to get a boundary off one of her deliveries and then got dismissed to a crashing off-stump delivery by Ellyse Perry the very next ball. Perry added the finishing touches as she trapped Mumbai’s Nat-Sciver Brunt (10 off 15) with an immaculate delivery. As Ellyse Perry took 6 wickets and continued to rattle the stumps. Mumbai Indians stuttered and lost their last nine wickets for just 48 runs. In the 1st innings it was Perry with the ball, in the 2nd innings it was Perry with the bat. The opening pair for the RCB didn’t fire much. In came Ellyse Perry and took charge. She alongside Richa Ghosh maintained the score rate and stitched a fantastic partnership. The Perry-Ghosh duo combined for nine fours and three sixes, securing RCB’s position in the Eliminator. It was a career best 6 wicket haul for Ellyse Perry. Perry managed to pile 40 runs off 38 deliveries and remained unbeaten at the end of the game. Her innings with the bat included 5 fours and a six. RCB had an upper hand in the feisty duel as they won by 7 wickets and managed to secure a spot in the eliminator. Perry and Co. will now play on Friday after their opponents will be finalised after today’s game between the Delhi Capitals and the Gujarat Giants. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye.
Mitchell Marsh – Frontrunner to lead Australia at the t20 World Cup.
Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh recently received a strong backing to lead the Australian Men’s t20 setup. In a recent interview, Australian Men’s Cricket team coach & one of the three selectors as well, Andrew McDonald endorsed Mitchell Marsh as the most suitable candidate for leading the Australian Men’s t20 team at the ICC Men’s t20 World Cup 2024 which is to be held in the Caribbean and the USA in June. “I think all roads will lead to Mitch, so just got to get that ticked off in certain areas,” said McDonald. He later also added “We think he’s (Marsh) the leader for the World Cup, and I think that will just be a matter of due course.” Mitch Marsh, who now is an integral part of the Australian cricketing set up has led Australia to victories in the T20I series against South Africa and the West Indies. Recently, Mitchell Marsh led Australia to a clean sweep against New Zealand in a T20I series. The captaincy news has marked a significant moment for the 32 year old, hard hitting Aussie all-rounder whose international resurgence began during Australia’s charge to victory at the ICC t20 World Cup 2021, where he was the player of the match in the final. There is no doubt that Mitchell Marsh would be carrying enough weight on his shoulders, given that he is an all-rounder and now a potential International t20 cricket Captain as well. Marsh would be handy with both the bat and the ball. In 54 T20Is, Marsh has aggregated 1432 runs with nine half-centuries besides 17 wickets at a 22.76 average. Australia won’t be having any t20 assignments before the ICC Men’s t20 World Cup but their marquee players in the form of Mitch Marsh, David Warner, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc & Glenn Maxwell are set to gain t20 experience by displaying and polishing their t20 skills at the IPL, which is just round the corner. The ICC Men’s t20 World Cup is all set to begin on the 1st of June, 2024 with Australia being a part of group B in the tournament with the likes of England, Oman, Scotland and Namibia as their opponents. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye.
Leap Gymnastics joins hands with Maharashtra Amateur Gymnastics Association.
The four-year partnership will aim to propel the development of Gymnastics in Maharashtra. Mumbai, 11 March 2024: In a bid to revolutionize the landscape of gymnastics in Maharashtra, Leap Gymnastics, a pioneering initiative by the JSW Group, has entered into a four-year partnership with the Maharashtra Amateur Gymnastics Association (MAGA), taking on the exclusive role of ‘Development Partner.’ This strategic alliance underscores a collective commitment to invigorate the sport’s growth trajectory in the region. At the heart of this collaboration lies a concerted effort to implement a comprehensive competitive framework and pathway, aimed at broadening participation avenues for gymnasts across Maharashtra. The collaboration stands as a testament to the shared vision of both entities to foster growth within the gymnastics ecosystem, with meticulous adherence to the principles outlined by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG). India has been facing several challenges in the development of gymnastics as a prominent sport with only two gymnasts qualifying for the Olympics in the last 70 years. One key reason is the lack of widespread infrastructure and quality training programs. This is being solved by JSW’s Leap Gymnastics that currently operates four state-of-the-art training centers in Mumbai, catering to over 1000 aspiring gymnasts. With a strategic vision to proliferate the sport nationwide, Leap Gymnastics endeavors to launch many such centers across India in the coming years, extending its reach to a broader demographic while ensuring access to unparalleled infrastructure and meticulously structured training methodologies. Tanvi Jindal, Founder of Leap Gymnastics, articulated the organization’s mission, stating, “At Leap Gymnastics, our ethos revolves around furnishing a world-class training environment, underpinned by an internationally acclaimed curriculum. Our aim is to provide our gymnasts with the opportunity to embark on a journey of excellence, ultimately representing the nation on prestigious global platforms.” Another significant obstacle hindering the success of Indian gymnasts on the global stage lies in the limited opportunities for progression from beginner to high-performance levels. Currently, the structure of competitions in India primarily revolves around age categories, each with demanding skill prerequisites. This rigid system often proves overly challenging for young gymnasts, leading to frustration and dropout rates. The lack of flexibility in competition formats fails to cater to the diverse skill levels and developmental needs of athletes. “This was a critical issue that was impeding the growth and potential of gymnasts in our country. To address this issue, we’ve developed a more adaptive and inclusive approach to competitions, focusing on skill progression rather than age-based criteria. This shift will provide aspiring gymnasts with the necessary support and encouragement to thrive in the sport, ultimately bolstering India’s presence in international gymnastics arenas” Tanvi added. Through the partnership with Leap Gymnastics and MAGA are establishing a unified competitive framework for both Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) and Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) across all clubs and districts in the state. This progressive competition pathway is developed by FIG Technical Expert, Kym Dowdell and is modelled on those that have been implemented by other nations. As the initiative reaches the grassroots, there will be an increase in participation opportunities through the introduction of multiple level-based competitions, enhancing their development in the discipline. Moreover, the partnership aims to provide a well-defined pathway for high-performance development, empowering athletes to harbor ambitions of representing the nation on the international platform. Sanjay Shete, President of MAGA, highlighted the significance of this partnership, affirming, “This 4-year partnership will facilitate the sharing of knowledge, best practices, and industry insights, ultimately contributing to the overall systematic and long-term development, participation, and performance of gymnastics within the state of Maharashtra. Our concerted focus on crafting a robust competitive framework and pathway epitomizes our unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity within the sport.” To kickstart the dissemination of knowledge and technical proficiency, Leap Gymnastics recently conducted an orientation workshop in Balewadi, Pune, engaging over 250 coaches, judges, and officials from the state. Subsequent endeavors include a comprehensive coaches and judges education course slated for April and May, aimed at familiarizing state officials with technical guidelines and judging protocols under the new framework. Ria Vardhan, CEO of Leap Gymnastics, emphasized the transformative impact of this alliance, asserting, “Together with the MAGA, Leap Gymnastics is not just building a partnership; we’re constructing a foundation for the future of gymnastics in Maharashtra. Our shared commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and systematic development will propel aspiring gymnasts to reach new heights, fostering a culture of achievement and empowerment across the state. This alliance marks the beginning of an exciting journey towards unlocking the full potential of gymnastics in Maharashtra and beyond.”
Preview: 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024
Pune, 12th March 2024: The 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship is all set to kick off on the 13th March at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Pimpri in Pune, Maharashtra with the Final scheduled to take place on the 23rd of March. A total of 27 teams that have been divided into eight pools will be vying for top honours. With FanCode live-streaming the entire tournament, the excitement around the championship is like never before. The upcoming tournament holds significance as it will serve as the platform for choosing the next core probables for the Indian Women’s Hockey Team. The majority of the Senior Women’s Team, which includes key players such as Indian Captain Savita, the most capped player Vandana Katariya, seasoned pro Monika, experienced players like Navneet Kaur, Salima Tete, as well as emerging talents like Deepika and Sangita Kumari, are all poised to take part in the competition from their respective states. While defending Champions Hockey Madhya Pradesh have been slotted in Pool A along with Hockey Bihar and Chhattisgarh Hockey, last year’s runners-up and hosts of this year’s edition Hockey Maharashtra find themselves in Pool B with Delhi Hockey and Kerala Hockey. Pool C consists of Hockey Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh Hockey and Hockey Andhra Pradesh while Hockey Haryana, Le Puducherry Hockey and Assam Hockey form Pool D. Hockey Association of Odisha, Hockey Chandigarh and Goans Hockey are a part of Pool E. Pool F consists of Hockey Punjab, Hockey Himachal, Hockey Rajasthan and Hockey Mizoram. Hockey Karnataka find themselves in Pool G alongside Manipur Hockey, Hockey Uttarakhand and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Hockey while Hockey Bengal, Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu, Hockey Gujarat and Telangana Hockey form Pool H. The top team from each Pool will advance to the Quarter-Finals, slated for March 20th, with the Semi-Finals set to occur on March 22nd. The 3rd/4th place play-off is scheduled for March 23rd, followed by the Final later that evening. Notably, 29 Indian international players will be a part of this tournament, taking the level of hockey to new heights. Hockey Maharashtra will have Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, Akshata Abaso Dhekale and Rajani Etimarpu in the team while the likes of Mariana Kujur, Ajmina Kujur and Jyoti Chhatri will turn up for Hockey Association of Odisha. Nikki Pradhan, Beauty Dungdung, Salima Tete and Sangita Kumari will be seen in action for Hockey Jharkhand and Baljeet Kaur and Gurjit Kaur will represent Hockey Punjab. Hockey Uttar Pradesh will see Mumtaz Khan, Vandana Katariya and Bansari Solanki donning their colours while Bichu Devi Kharibam, Ishika Chaudhary and Lalremsiami will represent Manipur Hockey, Hockey Madhya Pradesh and Hockey Mizoram respectively. Hockey Haryana will field a star-studded line-up consisting of 11 international players, namely Monika, Navneet Kaur, Neha, Nisha, Deepika, Mahima Chaudhary, Jyoti, Savita, Sharmila Devi, Sonika and Udita. Speaking about the upcoming event, Hockey India President Dr. Dilip Tirkey said, “It is great to see so many international players turning up for their respective state teams. Not only does this better the level of hockey, but it also helps youngsters gain some valuable experience playing alongside the senior pros. The Hockey India Senior Women National Championship is a massive platform for all the players and we can expect to unearth many talents who could potentially represent the Indian Women’s Hockey Team in the future.” Hockey Madhya Pradesh will play Chhattisgarh Hockey on 13th March at 0700 hrs IST in the tournament opener. All the matches will be live-streamed on FanCode.
Phurba Lachenpa Believes Key to Good Performances in Final Weeks of Season is Mental Strength
Mumbai, 12th March, 2024: The ISL’s 10th season is turning the corner before the home stretch, and holders of the ISL League Winners Shield, Mumbai City FC, are well and truly on course to defend their crown. The Islanders have been on a 6-game unbeaten run, and are now doubt looking to up the ante, in what has been quite an eventful season for them. Opening up about the same, goal-keeper Phurba Lachenpa believes it has been a good season so far for the team. “The season so far has been good for us, considering all the things that have happened in the past few months, including the change in head coach. We have had a few injuries and change in personnel also, but we are still fighting for the top spot. And now we have to finish it with silverware,” said Lachenpa. With 7 clean sheets in the 15 games he has played, Lachenpa has been one of the mainstays in the Mumbai City FC line-up. And according to him, every game from now onwards is like a final. “Each game is very important for us now in the season, there are very few left, and it is very tight at the top of the table. There are three-four teams fighting for the top spot. As one of the top clubs in India, we have a certain set of expectations from ourselves. So, going to the match, we have put our best foot forward, and try to win all the games. These are the things that keep us motivated and help us stay motivated to keep fighting till the end,” he added. “At Mumbai City FC the standards are very high, and it is essential for us to win every game.” After the game against NorthEast United FC on 12th March, at the Mumbai Football Arena, the Islanders have three more games to play in the remainder of the ISL season, with Hyderabad FC, Odisha FC (Home) and Mohun Bagan as opponents, respectively. In the demanding stretch ahead, facing formidable contenders, Lachenpa recognises a need beyond mere skill—a unity of purpose to propel the team forward. “We have only a few games left, and now it is all about the mental strength and how far we can push ourselves. And if we keep ourselves mentally strong and keep pushing till the final whistle, I think our momentum will help us progress, and we can hopefully end the season with silverware,” he signed off.
Punjab Kings onboards KENT as Principal Sponsor for the upcoming IPL season.
Mohali, 12th March 2024: The Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings onboarded KENT as its Principal Sponsor for the upcoming season. The ‘Shers’ will be seen in action from March 23, competing in their first game of the season at the New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur, against the Delhi Capitals. KENT RO Systems Ltd. has been working towards providing 100% pure water to consumers since 1999. Over the past two decades, Kent has innovated & patented technology for multiple purification like RO plus UV, UF, and TDS controllers. KENT Technology has been developed and constantly working to provide emphatic solutions to address issues of making clean water accessible to all and has successfully developed technological breakthroughs to remove these problems. KPH Dream Cricket Limited CEO Mr. Satish Menon said, “we are delighted to have Kent back as our partner and we welcome them back wholeheartedly. Associating with a brand of the reputation of Kent is a matter of pride as Kent is a brand that is synonymous with cricket in different forms both on field and on air. We are confident that this association will work in the true spirit of promoting entertaining cricket, and it will provide pure thrill to its customers and fans alike.” Dr. Mahesh Gupta – Chairman and & Managing Director- KENT RO Systems Ltd. said, “We are happy to collaborate with PBKS in the 17th season of the IPL. The Punjab team represents the KENT RO brand values – while the brand stands for giving 100% Pure Water by Removing dissolved impurities and the Punjab team represents the purity of fighting spirit. Loaded with some of the Star players the team is likely to go places in this season of IPL. We wish the team all the best in all their matches.”
Jess Jonassen reflects on Delhi Capitals’ thrilling one-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore
New Delhi, 11 March 2024: The JSW and GMR Co-owned franchise Delhi Capitals registered a thrilling one-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore to secure their place in the playoffs of the WPL 2024 for the second straight season. Jemimah Rodrigues (58 runs off 36) and Alice Capsey (48 runs off 32) starred in batting as they helped Delhi Capitals post 181/5 in 20 overs. Royal Challengers Bangalore came close to chasing the target, courtesy of Richa Ghosh’s late onslaught of 29-ball 51, but fell short as the home side clinched the last-ball win. Needing 17 runs in the last over, Richa smashed two sixes off Jess Jonassen’s bowling to bring the equation down to 2 off 1, but faltered in the end. Speaking about the grueling last over, Jonassen stated, “I internally knew that at the start of the over, if I could set it up without going for a boundary in one of the first two balls, then we were sort of well and truly on the front foot. But, getting hit for a massive six down the ground was not ideal, and then I gave it too much air for her in the second last ball.” The Australian spinner, who whipped the bails off to dismiss Richa, added, “In the last ball, I targeted on her toes, I think executed well and thankfully it went straight to Shafali, who got it in quick enough. And coming away with the one-run win felt nice after the heartbreaking loss by one run in the previous game.” The 31-year-old left-arm spinner is currently leading the charts of top wicket-takers in the season so far (10 wickets in five matches) and is holding the Purple Cap. Reflecting on her performance, Jonassen said, “Since I’ve got that Purple Cap on my head, I’ve been quite ordinary with the ball. Ideally, I’d love to keep taking wickets, but I haven’t been as consistent as I was in those first couple of matches that I’ve played.” “I’m probably my harshest critic. It’s something to be mindful of and keep rectifying. I always want to try and do my best for whatever team I’m a part of,” she concluded. The Delhi Capitals will square off against Gujarat Giants in their next match of the WPL 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday, 13 March 2024.
Elemnt Sports Science shakes hands with the Gujarat Titans as the Official Merchandise Partner.
India’s first sports skincare brand, Elemnt Sports Science have teamed up with the Gujarat Titans as the Official Merchandise Partner for the upcoming season of TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The brand was exhilarated to announce its partnership with the Gujarat Titans as they took to their official Instagram handle revealing the partnership via a post with a caption saying “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with @gujarat_titans as their Official Merchandise Partner for IPL 2024. Elemnt has become the most trusted performance skincare brand in India and is proud to associate with The Gujarat Titans.” As a part of this exceptional association, Elemnt Sports Science would launch an exclusive range of Gujarat Titans branded sunscreens including white zinc sunscreen and invisible clear zinc sunscreen. Elemnt Sports Science would be launching special Blue Zinc Sunscreen sachets for the Gujarat Titans fans and cricketers. The Elemnt Sports Science’s Blue Zinc Sunscreen is considered as a better alternative to face paint as it nourishes the skin and has zinc, titanium dioxide minerals. The Gujarat Titans Blue Zinc sunscreen will be exclusively available at all home games of the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad as well as at select retail sports shops in Gujarat. In an exclusive interview with Mr. Amol Sonavane (Co-Founder, Elemnt Sports Science), when asked about the expectations Elemnt Sports Science has from their association with the Gujarat Titans, he quoted “Through this partnership, we hope to reach masses and create a deeper and stronger relationship with the cricket and sports community at large.” He later added “it was a great validation for us when the Gujarat Titans management team tested our products and believed in our products and brand story.” Mr. Sonavane also stated that the brand’s vision is to become the world’s biggest sports performance skincare brand and the partnership with the Gujarat Titans is a step in that direction. Elemnt Sports Science is a Mumbai (India) based dynamic sports skin care & cosmetic brand that is dedicated to empowering sportspeople and athletes to fully embrace & celebrate their passion for sports and active lifestyle every single day. Elemnt is often referred to as India’s most trusted sunscreen for cricketers. Its white zinc sunscreen 360 has been the highest selling cricketer zinc sunscreen on Amazon & Flipkart for the past two years. With a fresh Captain, Shubhman Gill, the Gujarat Titans will play their first game against the Mumbai Indians in front of their home crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, 24th of March, 2024.