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Shadman guides Bangladesh to 213-3 in West Indies Test

Opener Shadman Islam hit an unbeaten 99 to steer Bangladesh to 213-3 on the opening day of the first Test against West Indies on Wednesday.

No penalty practice for Fleetwood hero Haughey before he downs Arsenal

Fleetwood shootout star Conor Haughey did not even practise penalties before his decisive spot-kick saw the fourth-tier side knock Premier League champions Arsenal out of the League Cup in one of the all-time great upsets.

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Blundell ton leads New Zealand rearguard in first England Test

A rollicking century by Tom Blundell propelled New Zealand to a first innings of 306 and back into contention in the first Test against England at Mount Maunganui on Friday.

Australia reeling on 94-3 after Ashwin strikes twice

India's Ravichandran Ashwin took two wickets in one over including Steve Smith for a duck to leave Australia reeling on 94-3 at lunch on Friday's opening day of the second Test.

Climate change could force 'decoupling' of long-distance athletics events - Coe

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said Friday long-distance events could be "decoupled" from major championships due to climate change as concerns mount about competitor welfare in soaring heat.

Blundell leads New Zealand rearguard in first Test against England

Bold batting from Tom Blundell on 80 not out led a New Zealand fightback on day two of the first Test against England at Mount Maunganui on Friday.

Durant says Suns have 'all the pieces' now for title tilt

Kevin Durant believes the Phoenix Suns have been transformed into NBA title contenders following his recent blockbuster trade from the Brooklyn Nets.

Antetokounmpo injury scare as Bucks roll to 12th straight win

Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered an injury scare on Thursday as the Milwaukee Bucks cruised to a 12th straight victory with a 112-100 win over the Chicago Bulls.

Australia to spend $4.8 billion on 2032 Olympic venues

Australia said Friday it will spend Aus$7.0 billion (US$4.8 billion) on venues for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, including a new 17,000-seat arena and a revamp of the Gabba stadium.

USA beat Canada, Brazil's Marta makes winning return

The United States showed solidarity with the Canadian women's team in their pay dispute before beating them 2-0 in the opening game of the SheBelieves Cup in Orlando on Thursday.

Broad and Anderson reach milestone as England retain control

Bowling greats James Anderson and Stuart Broad reached another cricket milestone on Friday to strengthen England's grip on day two of the first Test against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui.

U.S beat Canada, Brazil's Marta makes winning return

The United States showed solidarity with the Canadian women's team in their pay dispute before beating them 2-0 in the opening game of the SheBelieves Cup in Orlando on Thursday.

Woods impresses in first PGA Tour start in seven months

Tiger Woods birdied his last three holes to wrestle a two-under-par 69 from Riviera Country Club on Thursday and thrill fans cheering his return to PGA Tour action at the Genesis Invitational.

Bok Cassiem's Bayonne 'all up for' Stade Francais challenge

South Africa back-rower Uzair Cassiem said his Bayonne side are prepared for a "big challenge" as they defend their unbeaten home record against in-form Stade Francais in the French Top 14 on Saturday.

Arsenal seek swift response to take title fight to Man City

Arsenal have no time to lick their wounds after losing top spot in the Premier League to Manchester City as the Gunners aim to snap a four-game winless streak at Aston Villa on Saturday.

Barcelona and Man Utd draw thriller as Juventus held in Europa League

Barcelona and Manchester United played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Europa League play-off tie on Thursday, while Juventus were left frustrated by Nantes in a 1-1 stalemate.

Sinner gains Tsitsipas revenge as Rune falls to world number 160

Jannik Sinner stunned top seed Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets to reach the Rotterdam ATP quarter-finals on Thursday while ninth-ranked Holger Rune was knocked out by world number 160 Gijs Brouwer.

Sinner gains revenge over Tsitsipas in Rotterdam

Jannik Sinner stunned top seed and Australian Open runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets to reach the Rotterdam ATP quarter-finals on Thursday.

Woods back in action at Riviera, first Tour start in seven months

Former world number one Tiger Woods launched his first US PGA tournament bid in seven months on Thursday as he teed off in Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club.

Celtics remove 'interim' tag, make Mazzulla head coach

The Boston Celtics officially named Joe Mazzulla the 19th head coach in franchise history on Thursday, removing the "interim" tag from the title he'd held since replacing Ime Udoka.

Barca and Man United share thrilling Europa League draw

Barcelona and Manchester United shared a gripping 2-2 draw at Camp Nou on Thursday as the two European heavyweights traded blows in an intense Europa League play-off first leg.

'I don't think so' - Messi's father on Barca return

Lionel Messi's father and representative Jorge Messi said on Thursday it is unlikely his son will return to play for Barcelona.

Kudermetova stuns Gauff in Doha to set up Swiatek clash

Veronika Kudermetova upset the Doha Open seedings to defeat American teenager Coco Gauff 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 on Thursday and set up a semi-final clash with world number one Iga Swiatek.

Australia rout Sri Lanka by 10 wickets at Women's T20 World Cup

Australian opening batters Beth Mooney and Alyssa Healy took the defending champions to a dominant 10-wicket Women's T20 World Cup win against Sri Lanka at St George's Park in Gqeberha on Thursday.

Winning skiing gold medals is very rare, says world star Shiffrin

Mikaela Shiffrin bagged a 13th individual world medal -- and seventh title -- when she won the giant slalom in Meribel on Thursday, but the American star batted away suggestions she was now the greatest of all time.

Harris shines as Australia strangle Sri Lanka batters

Australian all-rounder Grace Harris held a spectacular catch and took two wickets as Sri Lanka struggled in a top-of-the-table Women's T20 World Cup clash at St George's Park in Gqeberha on Thursday.

Shiffrin storms giant slalom for 13th world medal and seventh gold

Mikaela Shiffrin put the split with her long-time coach behind her as she won a memorable seventh world title, storming to giant slalom glory at the World Ski Championships on Thursday.

Irish lock Tadhg Beirne ruled out of Six Nations with injury

Ireland lock Tadhg Beirne has been ruled out for the rest of the Six Nations due to surgery on his ankle, the Irish Rugby Football Union said Thursday.

Gatland would not support Welsh players' strike ahead of Six Nations clash

Wales head coach Warren Gatland would not support his players if they decided to strike ahead of their Six Nations clash with England.

Shiffrin storms giant slalom for 13th world medal, seventh gold

Mikaela Shiffrin put the split with her long-time coach behind her as she won a memorable seventh world title when she stormed to giant slalom glory at the World Ski Championships in Meribel on Thursday.

Conte set for more time away from Tottenham

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte is set for another spell away from the touchline to recover from gallbladder surgery.

Stokes, Bairstow, Archer return for The Hundred 2023

England Test captain Ben Stokes has been retained by the Northern Superchargers for this year's edition of The Hundred after missing last year's event due to a heavy workload.

Shiffrin sets fastest time in opening world giant slalom run

Mikaela Shiffrin put the split with her long-time coach behind her as she set the fastest time in the opening run of the women's giant slalom at the World Ski Championships in Meribel on Thursday.

Attack-minded England take control of first Test in New Zealand

High-octane batting and a precocious day-one declaration put England in control of the first Test against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui on Thursday.

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