Fahad frustrates another Super Grandmaster in Dubai
Fahad's latest opponent had defeated reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen in 2022.
Strong Pakistan and Korea to play in 4th Bangabandhu Cup Int’l Kabaddi
The two Asian giants are going to play this tournament for the first time.
Uganda name squad for historic T20 World Cup appearance
After stunning Zimbabwe and the African field in qualifying, the Cricket Cranes look ahead to Group C play, taking on co-hosts West Indies, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Afghanistan.
Cricket
Raja claims best ever figure by a Bangladeshi in List A cricket
Raja claimed 8-23 in 6.3 overs to bundle out Sheikh Jamal for a mere 71 in 21.3 overs after Prime Bank had posted 270
‘Liton one innings away from an unbelievable WC’
“Liton Das has so much to offer us. Liton Das is a world class cricketer. He is one innings away from having an unbelievable World Cup.”
Hazlewood no fan of IPL’s ‘impact player’ rule
“Batting lineups just seem to be never-ending now. I’m not sure it’s a great rule."
Questions over T20 WC preparations follow Tigers
Ace all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, who is yet to take part in the T20I series as he prioritised playing in the Dhaka Premier League (DPL) first to get back into rhythm, had highlighted on Saturday that playing Zimbabwe was not ideal preparations.
Sri Lanka, Scotland qualify for women's T20 World Cup
Scotland will meet Sri Lanka in Tuesday's qualifying final, with the winners to join holders Australia, India, New Zealand and Pakistan in Group A at the main event which runs from October 3-20.
Joty 'more tensed than excited’ as WT20 WC fixtures revealed
The International Cricket Council announced the fixtures on Sunday. The event will run from October 3 to 20 in the capital Dhaka and the northeastern city of Sylhet, with warm-up matches starting on September 27.
A dropped catch adds to Tigers' headaches
The dropped catch from Jaker made the equation a little harder for the Tigers in the second T20I but more importantly, it added another worry for the team’s think tank heading into the T20 World Cup
Narine powers clinical Kolkata to top of IPL
Narine's blitz, laced with six fours and seven sixes, guided Kolkata to 235-6 after they were invited to bat first in Lucknow's final home game.
Football
Messi pays tribute to Argentina’s World Cup winning coach Menotti
Menotti led Argentina to their first World Cup triumph in 1978 in home soil and coached the national team from 1974 to 1982.
No second thoughts for departing Klopp after thrilling Spurs victory
"It seems to be really strange what I did, nobody really understands it, I tried to explain it," Klopp said of his departure announcement
Chelsea lift European chances with 5-0 drubbing of West Ham
Chelsea boosted their chances of European football next season, thumping West Ham 5-0 in the Premier League, with Cole Palmer, Conor Gallagher, Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson, with two, all getting on the scoresheet on Sunday.
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'Almost dead' Rublev battles illness to claim Madrid Open title
Rublev, who takes the Madrid crown from double champion Carlos Alcaraz whom he beat in the quarter-finals, said he had played despite feeling ill at times this week and hailed his doctors for helping him through.
Russia, Belarus Olympic volunteers shown the door over 'security' fears
The French security services worry Moscow could be seeking to disrupt the Games.
No to English at the Paris Olympics, say French MPs
The march of English globally has long infuriated French governments.
O'Sullivan out of world championships, claims refs 'have it in for me'
Ronnie O'Sullivan claimed some referees have "got it in for me" after his bid to capture a record eighth world snooker title was crushed by Stuart Bingham in the quarterfinals.
Thirty years on, Brazil pays tribute to late F1 hero Senna
Thirty years to the day since his death following a crash that sent shockwaves around the world, Brazilians will pay homage Wednesday to Formula One superstar Ayrton Senna -- a beloved symbol of national pride comparable only to compatriot Pele.
'Emotional' Nadal knocked out of Madrid Open by Lehecka
On the women's side, Iga Swiatek was made to sweat in her 4-6, 6-0, 6-2 victory over Brazilian lefty Beatriz Haddad Maia, as she dropped her first set of the tournament and needed two and a half hours to reach a second consecutive Madrid semi-final.
Jabeur wants 'more respect' for women after reaching Madrid quarters
Jabeur, the 2022 Madrid champion, took a swipe at tournament organisers, telling reporters she believes tennis still has a way to go to achieve gender equality, despite it being the leader in women's sport.
Nadal downs De Minaur in Madrid
Rafa Nadal continued his return to form as he defeated Alex de Minaur 7-6(6), 6-3 in the second round of the Madrid Open on Saturday.
'End of an era': Reus to leave Dortmund at season's end
Reus has spent 21 years with Dortmund.
Liverpool questions becoming a drag for Slot
Questions about his imminent appointment as Liverpool manager are becoming a drag for Dutchman Arne Slot as he prepares to lead Feyenoord through the final weeks of the season.
In cricket, Dhoni is like my father: Pathirana
“After my father, in my cricket life, he [Dhoni] plays my father’s role,” said Pathirana.
ICC T20 World Cup 2024: All squads so far
Teams will be allowed to make changes to their 15-man squad till May 24, the day the squads will be finalised.
Spurs need changes in summer, says Postecoglou
"We're pivoting to a whole different direction, expecting the same people are going to be on that," said Postecoglou.
Former NZ all-rounder Anderson in USA squad for T20 World Cup
Former New Zealand all-rounder Corey Anderson has been named to the United States squad for the T20 World Cup in June, USA Cricket has announced.
Girona want 'historic' home win over Barcelona
Barcelona will be favourites when they visit Girona on Saturday but the hosts are ready to seize a historic opportunity to beat them in front of their own fans, Girona manager Michel said on Friday.
UEFA agree to increase squad size for Euro 2024
UEFA have agreed to increase squad sizes from 23 to 26 players for the Euro 2024 tournament in Germany, European football's governing body said on Friday.
Starc shows class as Kolkata win in Mumbai
Mitchell Starc picked up four wickets as a disciplined bowling performance helped Kolkata Knight Riders seal a 24-run victory over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League on Friday.
Arsenal hope for Man City slip-up
Arsenal resume their quest for Premier League glory against Bournemouth this weekend knowing they have no margin for error with Manchester City hot on their heels.
