Iconic shared Olympic gold moment will not be repeated, says Barshim
Barshim said he felt "lucky" to have shared the gold with Tamberi.
Minimalist Mustafizur only watches death overs
Mustafizur also opined that playing at the IPL is the best possible preparation for any cricketer.
Spinners help Bengaluru defeat Hyderabad
Hyderabad could only score 171-8 as RCB registered only their second win in nine games and are still languishing at the bottom of the 10-team table.
Cricket
I don’t watch a lot of cricket: Mustafizur
“I’ve always been less inclined to watch matches, I prefer playing,” Mustafizur said in a video shared by CSK on the social media platforms today.
Fielder's foot on the rope, still Mushfiqur out caught
The incident happened at the 33.4 over mark of the Prime Bank innings when Mushfiqur’s lofted shot against off spinner Nayeem Hasan was caught at deep mid-wicket by Abu Haider Rony, who mounted a terrific effort rolling to the ground while taking the catch.
Not everyone happy with IPL's 'impact player' rule
Introduced last season, the rule allows teams to bring in a substitute at any time for a player in the starting 11.
Pakistan stalwart Bismah Maroof announces shock international retirement
Having made her international debut in 2006, Maroof represented Pakistan in 276 international matches, aggregating 6,262 international runs, including 33 half-centuries to go with 80 wickets.
Coach told me two matches would suffice, chief selector said better to play three: Shakib
Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan put an end to speculations about his availability in the upcoming five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe at home, reassuring that he will indeed play the series.
Pakistan withdraw injured Rizwan, Irfan from NZ series
With wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan ruled out on the eve of the series with a muscle tear, Haseebullah Khan, who was called up as replacement, is likely to keep wickets in the last two matches in Lahore later on Thursday and on Saturday.
Batters do the hard yards as focus shifts to Zimbabwe T20Is
Meanwhile, Sujon asserted that the new selection panel has created a balanced team with the preparatory squad.
BCB steps up to combat heatwave
Representatives of clubs, players, BCB staff and ground staff attended the workshop.
Football
Courtois can return next week: Ancelotti
"He's well, I think he will be available to travel with us next week (to Munich) and he can play against Cadiz," Ancelotti told a news conference.
President, fan support key in decision to stay: Xavi
In January, with Barcelona on a miserable run of form, Xavi said he would walk away from his post in the summer despite having a year left on his contract.
Liverpool's title bid rocked by Everton
Everton's first derby victory at Goodison Park in more than 13 years prevented Liverpool from climbing level with Arsenal at the top of the league table. Juergen Klopp's men are three points behind the Gunners (77) with four games to play.
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Boris Becker discharged from bankruptcy: lawyer
The three-time Wimbledon winner was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for concealing assets in April 2022 but was released in December of the same year and subsequently deported to Germany.
Nadal uncertain over Roland Garros appearance
The 37-year-old, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, said that he is far from being in top form and that he is only playing against American Darwin Blanch in the first round of the Madrid Open on Thursday as a personal sacrifice.
Zinnat wins gold in Nelson Mandela Cup Boxing
Bangladeshi-origin US-based boxer Jinnat Ferdous won the gold medal in the Nelson Mandela Cup International Boxing Competition held in the South African city of Durban on Tuesday.
Sinner plays down Djokovic, Alcaraz comparisons
The Italian world number two can come within touching distance of the top-ranked Djokovic in the standings should he triumph in Madrid this fortnight and he arrives in the Spanish capital brimming with confidence and carrying an impressive 25-2 win-loss record for the season.
Djokovic, Bonmati crowned at Laureus Awards
Tennis great Djokovic, a record 24-time Grand Slam champion, equalled his former rival Roger Federer's tally at the prestigeous ceremony in Madrid.
Woods adds Homa, Kim and Kisner to his indoor golf team
"I have already shared my excitement and optimism for TGL as a league and product," Woods said.
Pool lies empty as Bogura swimmers train in ponds
“I don’t want to talk about the lack of facilities anymore. Many journalists have come before, interviewed me about it, but nothing ever happens,” said Masud Rana, a Bogura-based swimming instructor, who was frustrated by the years of false promises and obliviousness of the authorities.
Seven killed at Sri Lanka motor race
At least seven people were killed and another 21 wounded when a race car ploughed into spectators at a packed motorsport event hosted by Sri Lanka's army Sunday, police said.
Luis Enrique wants to 'mark history' with PSG treble
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said Tuesday he was chasing history as the club bid for the treble of Ligue 1, Champions League and French Cup trophies this season.
Mushtaq arrives in Mirpur 'to make a difference'
Bangladesh’s newly-appointed spin-bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed arrived at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium along with the rest of the coaching panel, including head coach Chandika Hathurusingha, who joined the Tigers camp following the Eid holidays.
Police in Federation Cup semis after three seasons
Bangladesh Police FC advanced to the semifinals of the Federation Cup after three seasons with a 3-0 win over three-time champions Sheikh Jamal DC in the third quarterfinal at the Sheikh Fazlul Haque Moni Stadium in Gopalganj today.
Shakib likely to play in Super League: Chief selector
“Shakib will return to Bangladesh by the end of this month. There is a possibility of him playing one or two matches in the DPL. Then he will join the team,” Lipu told the reporters in Mirpur today
Toffee to stream ICC T20 World Cup in Bangladesh
“Banglalink has secured the exclusive streaming rights from international Cricket Council for six prestigious men’s and women’s ICC events,” said Banglalink chief commercial officer in Bangladesh Upanga Dutta
India women’s cricket team arrive in Sylhet
The five-match series will take place in its entirety at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
Inter's Martinez delighted with Scudetto win in Milan derby
"Now, I feel like crying because we worked so hard, suffered so much, we deserved this joy," the 26-year-old told DAZN.
CSK will be ‘sad’ to see Mustafizur go, says Hussey
“We will be sad when he goes [back to Bangladesh], but his country is calling. We want to keep him for as long as we can,” Hussey said in the pre-match press conference.
Real's Bellingham eyeing triple trophy success
Bellingham has scored 21 goals for Real since signing in the close season from Borussia Dortmund for 103 million euros ($109 million).
Warner says mammoth IPL scores won't be replicated at World Cup
The current edition of the world's richest cricket tournament has seen monumental totals, including Sunrisers Hyderabad twice breaking IPL records with 277 and 287.
