Although criticism is something that all football players have to deal with, I nevertheless expected. However, with only the top two teams able to qualify for Russia directly, third-placed Australia will hope the Samurai Blue can emerge with a win or hold the Saudis to a draw. But they would need a big win over Iraq plus heavy defeats for both Australia and Saudi Arabia to claim third and a route through the playoffs. ”Australia have never been a side renowned for pace but they were made to look sluggish by fle. a again’Media fraternity facing questions from public: Minister Rajyavardhan Singh RathoreDon’t foresee India hosting big events soon, says Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh RathoreRajyavardhan Singh Rathore was on Sunday appointed as the country’s Youth Affairs and Sports Minister in place of Vijay Goel who has?been made the Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs. ”“He probably won’t start on Tuesdaybut if he comes on he will do a job,” added Rush. Pacquiao, who has won world titles in an unprecedented?eight weight divisions, had demanded a review. Sania Mirza and Shuai Peng will next face Sorana Cirstea and Sara Sorribes Tormo. Pandya is currently in Sri Lanka with the Indian team for the ODI series and having made his Test debut already. The 18th seed quickly fell 5-0 behind, finally requesting the trainer on court for a right thigh massage.