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The Commanders are looking for a true early-down workhorse to replace the struggling run game. Tyler Allgeier fits this profile perfectly. The 25-year-old, who served as Bijan Robinson's backup, offers the 'thumper' power the team desires and excels in outside zone schemes. With a projected contract value around $5.7 million, Allgeier represents a cost-effective option to lead the backfield next season.
'Mera bat': Sanju Samson stops Rinku Singh from walking away with his bat during West Indies match - WATCH
Realising the slip, Samson turned back and said “mera bat” before taking it from Rinku, as all three burst into smiles.
Minutes later, the smiles turned into applause.
Samson smashed 97 off just 50 balls, pulverising the West Indies attack with 12 fours and four sixes to guide India to a five-wicket win in the must-win Super Eights clash. The victory sealed India’s place in the semifinals, where they will meet England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.
Such was the impact of the knock that India captain Suryakumar Yadav doffed his cap as Samson walked back to the dressing room.
"I always say good things happen to good people and at the right time. No better time, no better stage for someone like him to step up and give the team what the team required.
“The moment he came into the side, I think the first thing which he said amongst the group when we sat together was, 'let's do something which the team wants, not what you want," Suryakumar said in a video posted by the BCCI on social media on Monday.
Reflecting on Samson’s turbulent year — losing his place, batting out of position, and fighting his way back — Suryakumar added:
"I always say good things happen to good people and at the right time. No better time, no better stage for someone like him to step up and give the team what the team required.
“That comes with experience and also over his life, he’s seen so many ups and downs. I don't want to take you back to what happened in the whole year - losing his position, batting out of position, and then coming back batting at the same position.
"It's not easy to win the World Cup. The World Cups, the ICC tournaments, the games which you play in ICC tournaments are won by courageous people, and this was a courageous knock. He can already get carried away by a good start, but then the way he was batting, he held one side together, took the team through.
“He deserves all the credit. I'm very happy for him, his wife, his family back home, and all the people who love him, support him. We're just one more step closer. Hopefully, this may continue. I have a lot of things to say, but then, I'm very happy. He deserves everything," he elaborated.
In between the emotional praise, Samson cut in with a cheeky response that summed up the mood.
"Rulayega kya pagle? (Will you make me cry?)," said Samson to Suryakumar, as the duo burst into laughter.
2026 Flat Branch Ultra sets state running records
More than 20 Missouri running records fell at the 2026 Flat Branch Ultra as Brendan Connell and Jessalyn Sadler sped to overall victories on Columbia’s USATF-certified 50K course. The Feb. 21 event delivered a surge of strong performances on the MKT and Katy Trails, according to a community announcement.
Organizers said runners broke 23 Missouri state records documented at StateRunningRecords.com, according to the announcement. Connell won the race in 3:01:32, and Sadler captured the women’s title in 3:26:47 as athletes posted competitive marks across multiple age groups.
Race director John Shelby of Ha Ha Racing Events said the certified course was designed to offer a fast, accurate and well-supported 50K experience, according to the announcement. The out-and-back route includes stretches along the Missouri River, nearby bluff views and a pass by the historic Burr Oak.
The Flat Branch Ultra is held each year on the third Saturday in February with an 8 a.m. start time. Fleet Feet Columbia and Fleet Feet Jefferson City served as title sponsors for the 2026 event. Full results and event details are available at UltraSignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=124682, HaHaRacingEvents.com and StateRunningRecords.com.
This story was created by Dave DeMille, [email protected], with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct.
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Bellarmine Knights and Jacksonville Dolphins meet in ASUN Tournament
Jacksonville Dolphins (12-19, 7-11 ASUN) vs. Bellarmine Knights (12-18, 7-11 ASUN)
Jacksonville, Florida; Wednesday, 12 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Bellarmine takes on Jacksonville in the ASUN Tournament.
The Knights have gone 7-11 against ASUN teams, with a 5-7 record in non-conference play. Bellarmine has a 5-11 record against opponents above .500.
The Dolphins' record in ASUN action is 7-11. Jacksonville ranks fourth in the ASUN with 9.7 offensive rebounds per game led by Donovan Rivers averaging 1.6.
Bellarmine averages 8.4 made 3-pointers per game, 1.9 more made shots than the 6.5 per game Jacksonville gives up. Jacksonville averages 72.9 points per game, 8.7 fewer points than the 81.6 Bellarmine gives up.
The teams meet for the second time this season. Bellarmine won 77-70 in the last matchup on Jan. 23. Kenyon Goodin led Bellarmine with 24 points, and Hayden Wood led Jacksonville with 21 points.
TOP PERFORMERS: Jack Karasinski averages 2.4 made 3-pointers per game for the Knights, scoring 21.3 points while shooting 42.6% from beyond the arc. Tyler Doyle is shooting 52.9% and averaging 13.8 points over the past 10 games.
Jason Thirdkill Jr. is averaging eight points and 5.2 rebounds for the Dolphins. Wood is averaging 1.4 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Knights: 5-5, averaging 81.7 points, 24.6 rebounds, 15.8 assists, 5.5 steals and 1.9 blocks per game while shooting 54.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 79.9 points per game.
Dolphins: 4-6, averaging 72.0 points, 31.1 rebounds, 10.2 assists, 5.5 steals and 2.8 blocks per game while shooting 45.9% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 73.3 points.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
South Carolina Upstate plays in Big South Tournament against the Gardner-Webb
Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs (3-28, 1-15 Big South) vs. South Carolina Upstate Spartans (13-18, 5-11 Big South)
Johnson City, Tennessee; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: South Carolina Upstate and Gardner-Webb meet in the Big South Tournament.
The Spartans are 5-11 against Big South opponents and 8-7 in non-conference play. South Carolina Upstate is 2-1 in games decided by 3 points or fewer.
The Runnin' Bulldogs' record in Big South action is 1-15. Gardner-Webb is 1-0 in games decided by less than 4 points.
South Carolina Upstate averages 74.6 points per game, 11.7 fewer points than the 86.3 Gardner-Webb gives up. Gardner-Webb has shot at a 43.1% clip from the field this season, 0.3 percentage points less than the 43.4% shooting opponents of South Carolina Upstate have averaged.
The teams meet for the third time this season. The Spartans won 71-61 in the last matchup on Feb. 28. Karmani Gregory led the Spartans with 22 points, and Jacob Hudson led the Runnin' Bulldogs with 16 points.
TOP PERFORMERS: Gregory averages 1.9 made 3-pointers per game for the Spartans, scoring 15.8 points while shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc. Carmelo Adkins is shooting 38.1% and averaging 15.6 points over the last 10 games.
Colin Hawkins is averaging 8.4 points for the Runnin' Bulldogs. Jacob Hogarth is averaging 11.5 points over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Spartans: 4-6, averaging 71.2 points, 32.2 rebounds, 12.5 assists, 7.3 steals and 4.7 blocks per game while shooting 42.7% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 74.8 points per game.
Runnin' Bulldogs: 1-9, averaging 68.5 points, 25.6 rebounds, 10.2 assists, 6.4 steals and 2.4 blocks per game while shooting 46.3% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 80.8 points.
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