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- Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Women’s Captain, Smriti Mandhana Takes Helm
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When Harmanpreet Kaur scored a memorable century against Australia in the 2017 Women’s ODI World Cup semi‑final, she changed the course of that match and…
- Kusal Mendis Named Sri Lanka Test Captain Ahead of Pakistan Tour
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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially appointed wicket‑keeper‑batter Kusal Mendis as the full‑time captain of the national men’s Test team. The decision…
- Abhishek Sharma Needs 53 Runs to Reach 2,000 T20I Runs, Could Break Suryakumar Yadav’s Record
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India opener Abhishek Sharma needs 53 runs to hit 2,000 T20I runs and could break Suryakumar Yadav’s record, aiming to score within 166 balls.
- Bordeaux Demoted to Sixth Tier After Financial Sanctions
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Six-time champions Bordeaux will play in the sixth tier after failing to meet €10 million debt obligations; sold for €1 to Park Bench, which will assume debt.
- Ferrari Issues ‘Statement’ After Social Media Takeover, Russell Faces Second Grid Penalty
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Ferrari released a “statement” after its social media accounts were taken over by Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on Thursday in Singapore. George…
- CAS to Decide Senegal-Morocco AFCON Title Dispute Within Days
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CAS will issue a ruling within days on Senegal’s appeal after CAF stripped them of the AFCON title, following a disputed 1‑0 win over Morocco.
- PSL 12 Set for March 18–May 2, 2027, Overlapping with IPL 2027
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The 12th Pakistan Super League will run from March 18 to May 2, 2027, featuring eight teams and a final on May 2, potentially overlapping with IPL 2027.
- Dubai Hosts Australia vs South Africa and Bangladesh vs West Indies in World Championship of Legends 2026
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On 9 October, the Dubai International Cricket Stadium will host the 11th and 12th matches of the World Championship of Legends 2026. The 11th match pits…
- Singapore Tourism Board Prepares Haze‑Ready Measures for Formula 1 Grand Prix
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STB has contingency plans for the F1 Singapore Grand Prix amid haze, offering medical help, N95 masks, and real‑time PSI updates to protect spectators.
- Mesa Jr. Provides Key Hit as Rays Edge Yankees 4–3
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In the Tampa Bay Rays’ 4‑3 win over the New York Yankees on October 7, 2026, Victor Mesa Jr. went 1‑for‑4, hitting a home run that drove in two runs and scored once while…
- Jon Rahm Declares He Will Not Join LIV Golf’s Next Phase
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Former world number one Jon Rahm has announced that he will not participate in LIV Golf’s upcoming phase, known as LIV 2.0, after reviewing the proposed terms. Rahm’s lawyer…
- Southampton’s Tonda Eckert Avoids Ban After Spygate Fine
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Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has been fined £28,000 ($37,000) and given a reprimand by the English Football Association (FA) for his role in the “spygate” scandal, but he…
- Ronaldo Extends Respectful Tribute to Messi After Argentina’s Farewell
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Cristiano Ronaldo posted a message of respect to Lionel Messi following the Argentine star’s farewell to international football. In response to Messi’s Instagram post on…
- FIA Warns of Possible Entertainment Restrictions at Singapore Grand Prix if Haze Intensifies
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The FIA has said that if the haze over Singapore worsens, there could be "some restrictions" on outdoor entertainment during the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, but the race…
- Hong Kong Seize First Innings Lead After Winning Toss Against Malaysia
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Hong Kong won the toss, chose to bat first, and reached 21/0 after 2.1 overs in the ICC T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier B 2026 match against Malaysia.
- Messi to Play Final Argentina Match in Friendly vs. Benin
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Lionel Messi will appear in Argentina colours for the last time in a friendly match against Benin tonight in Buenos Aires. Coach Lionel Scaloni said it would be an unforgettable…
- Cambodian Workers Make Premier League Shirts for Less Than £1 an Hour
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Workers in Cambodia are earning less than £1 an hour to produce official football shirts for major clubs, according to a BBC Sport investigation. The report traced authentic…
- Taylor’s 100th T20I Wicket and 64‑run Knock Steer Windies to 3‑0 Sweep of Zimbabwe
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West Indies veteran Stafanie Taylor became only the fourth woman to reach 3,000 T20I runs and 100 wickets when the Caribbean side beat Zimbabwe by eight…
- Yankees Lose ALDS Game 3, Extending World Series Drought to 17 Seasons
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The New York Yankees were eliminated from the postseason when they fell 4-3 to the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 of the American League Division Series on…
- Kapil Dev Says Hardik Pandya Must Play More to Reduce Injury Risk
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Hardik Pandya has not played competitive cricket since the final week of IPL 2026, and his return to the India A side for the ODI series against Australia A, scheduled to begin…
- PCB Sets March–May Window for 12th HBL Pakistan Super League
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PCB confirmed the 12th HBL Pakistan Super League will run from March 18 to May 2, 2025, with eight franchises and a new squad‑building process.
- Yankees Lose ALDS Game 3 to Rays 4-3, Drought Continues
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In Game 3 of the ALDS, the Yankees fell 4-3 to the Rays in the Bronx. Victor Mesa Jr. hit a two‑run homer off Max Fried, sealing Tampa Bay’s win.
- Yankees Lose ALDS to Rays in Three-Game Sweep
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The New York Yankees were eliminated from the playoffs when they were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in a three‑game series at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees lost 4‑3 in Game 3, after…
- Shanghai ATP 1000 Day Two: Matchups and Predictions
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The ATP 1000 Shanghai event on Thursday features more than a dozen opening matches. LWOT provides predictions and previews for each contest, focusing on who will advance to the…
- USA Secure League 2 Title with Four‑Wicket Win Over Namibia
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USA clinched the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 title after a four‑wicket win over Namibia in Dallas, with Monank Patel scoring 108.
- Bears Banter Podcast Highlights Chicago’s Recent Success Over Packers
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Matt Spiegel joins Bill Zimmerman on the Bears Banter Podcast to discuss Chicago’s recent wins, backup QB success, and the upcoming Bears‑Packers showdown.
- Arsenal Near Long‑Term Deal for Declan Rice
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According to BBC Sport, Declan Rice is close to signing a new long‑term contract with Arsenal that will bring a significant pay rise to his already high…
- USMNT Wins All Four Friendlies, Pochettino Prepares for Haiti Quarterfinal
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Mauricio Pochettino’s experimental squad delivered a perfect record during the long international break, winning all four friendlies on home soil. The…
- Bangladesh Coach Focuses on Players’ Adaptation to Abu Dhabi Conditions Ahead of Afghanistan Test
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Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons focuses on how players returning from Japan's Asian Games will adapt to Abu Dhabi's heat before the October 9 Test against…
- Colombia’s Youthful Squad Impress Coach Lorenzo in 2-0 Victory Over Peru
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Colombia beats Peru 2-0 at Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium, with Velásquez and Arcila scoring first senior goals. Coach Lorenzo praises the youthful squad.