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Desert storm to Smith revenge: Six memorable India-Australia ODI matches
Undefeated India and five-time champions Australia will clash in the World Cup final at the world's biggest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
India eye fairytale finish in World Cup final against Australia
Rohit Sharma's undefeated India will look to end a 10-year global title drought in front of 130,000 fans in the World Cup final against five-time champions Australia on Sunday.
Vegas GP opening practice cut short after manhole cover comes loose
The Las Vegas Grand Prix suffered an embarrassing start when the first practice session on the new circut was abandoned after just nine minutes of racing on Thursday due to a loose drain cover.
Stevenson labors to WBC lightweight crown
Undefeated American fighter Shakur Stevenson labored to a unanimous-decision victory over Edwin De Los Santos of the Dominican Republic to claim the vacant WBC world lightweight crown on Thursday.
Thunder roll past Warriors, Butler stars in Miami win
Oklahoma City dealt short-handed Golden State a fifth straight NBA defeat Thursday, the Warriors unable to contain the explosive young Thunder side in the absence of Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.
Loose manhole cover causes opening practice at Las Vegas Grand Prix to be cut short
The Las Vegas Grand Prix got off to an embarrassing start after the first practice session on the new circut was cut short after around 10 minutes on Thursday due to a loose drain cover.
Pacific Games caught in big-power rivalry as Chinese money rolls in
A years-long saga mixing big-power rivalry, Chinese money and delayed national elections will reach a conclusion of sorts when the Pacific Games open on Sunday in the remote Solomon Islands.
Ravens beat Bengals as quarterback Burrow injured
The Baltimore Ravens strengthened their hold on the NFL's AFC North division with a 34-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, who saw quarterback Joe Burrow depart with an apparent wrist injury in a bruising clash on Thursday.
Late goals fire USA past Trinidad in Nations League
The United States put one foot in the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Nations League after a late flurry of goals secured a nervy 3-0 win over Trinidad & Tobago on Thursday.
Butler shines as Heat push NBA win streak to seven games
Jimmy Butler scored 36 points to help the Miami Heat shake off a slow start and beat the Brooklyn Nets 122-115 on Thursday, pushing their NBA winning streak to seven games.
Viva Las Vegas or risk of flop for F1's newest race?
Formula One's push to conquer America enters a new phase this weekend as the sport brings its high-octane show to the neon lights of the Las Vegas strip.
Diaz double fires Colombia over Brazil after kidnap drama
Luis Diaz scored a fairytale second-half double to fire Colombia to a 2-1 upset over Brazil on Thursday, capping a roller coaster month that saw his father kidnapped by guerrillas for 12 days.
Paris derby as Racing 92 await arrival of 'superb' Kolisi
Two of French rugby's in-form sides meet in the Top 14 on Saturday as leaders Stade Francais host Racing 92, although South Africa's two-time World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi is not expected to make his debut for another week.
Wales prove there is life after Bale in Euro 2024 turnaround
Life after Gareth Bale appeared bleak for Wales, but Rob Page's men have the chance of a third consecutive appearance at the European Championship in their own hands after a remarkable turnaround in Euro 2024 qualifying.
Germany seek stability in Nagelsmann's home debut
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann takes charge of his first match on home soil in Saturday's friendly against Turkey in Berlin, promising improvements in defence seven months from hosting Euro 2024.
Uruguay stun Argentina; emotional Diaz double as Colombia sink Brazil
Uruguay ended Argentina's 14-match unbeaten streak with a 2-0 victory over the world champions in World Cup qualifiers on Thursday as Luis Diaz scored twice to fire Colombia to an emotional 2-1 win over Brazil.
Australia trying to focus only on football for Palestine game - Arnold
Australia coach Graham Arnold said it has been "quite stressful" preparing to play Palestine next week against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas conflict, but hopes football can bring some joy.
Angels' Ohtani wins historic AL MVP, Braves' Acuna wins NL honor
Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani won the American League Most Valuable Player award Thursday, becoming the first to twice claim the honor by unanimous vote.
Three share lead in rain-hit RSM Classic
Late birdies lifted Cameron Young and Davis Thompson into a share of the clubhouse lead alongside rookie Eric Cole on Thursday in the rain-disrupted first round of the PGA Tour RSM Classic.
Djokovic's ATP Finals record bid on course after Sinner beats Rune
Novak Djokovic's bid for a record-breaking seventh ATP Finals title will continue after Jannik Sinner beat Holger Rune 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 and capped a perfect Thursday in which he became the first Italian to reach the semi-finals.
Hungary and Slovakia reach Euro 2024 while starlet Yamal scores for Spain
Hungary and Slovakia booked their tickets for Euro 2024 on Thursday while 16-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal scored again for already-qualified Spain.
Yin, Hataoka share lead at LPGA Tour Championship
China's Yin Ruoning shook off her pre-round doubts to fire nine birdies in a nine-under-par 63 on Thursday and share the LPGA Tour Championship first-round lead with Japan's Nasa Hataoka.
Southgate uses Bobby Charlton footage to inspire England
Gareth Southgate has used clips of Bobby Charlton to inspire his England players before they pay tribute to the World Cup winner in Friday's Euro 2024 qualifier against Malta.
Alexander-Arnold revels in new role for England
Trent Alexander-Arnold admits his move into midfield for England has given him extra "excitement" when he plays for his country.
Starc predicts 'spectacle of cricket' in World Cup final against India
Australia's Mitchell Starc believes Sunday's World Cup final against India at Ahmedabad's 130,000-capacity stadium will be "loud and a spectacle of cricket".
Hungary reach Euro 2024 and starlet Yamal scores again for Spain
Hungary clinched their ticket for Euro 2024 on Thursday thanks to an own goal from Bulgaria's Alex Petkov deep in stoppage time, which gave the Hungarians a 2-2 draw in Sofia.
Hungary qualify for Euro 2024 after clinching draw
Hungary qualified for Euro 2024 when a Bulgarian own goal late in stoppage time gave them a 2-2 draw in Sofia on Thursday.
Hamilton defends F1 Vegas race after Verstappen outburst
Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has defended the organisation of the Las Vegas Grand Prix after criticism from current world champion Max Verstappen.
Arsenal boss Arteta charged over VAR rant
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been charged by the Football Association over an explosive VAR rant following his side's controversial defeat against Newcastle.
South Africa coach 'proud' of injured Bavuma despite World Cup exit
South Africa coach Rob Walter on Thursday said he was "proud" of Temba Bavuma despite the injured captain being unable to break the country's World Cup jinx.
'Nothing close to a choke', says Proteas coach Walter after defeat
South Africa coach Rob Walter dismissed claims his team suffered another dose of World Cup semi-final stage fright in their tense three-wicket defeat to Australia, insisting it "was nothing even remotely close to a choke".
Fury to fight Usyk for undisputed heavyweight crown on February 17
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will clash in a "historic" fight for the undisputed heavyweight title in Saudi Arabia on February 17.