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South Africa skipper Bavuma thrilled his Tendulkar wish comes true
Temba Bavuma said he would fulfil a cherished ambition on Saturday when he leads out South Africa in a World Cup match against England at the Wankhede Stadium, the home ground of his boyhood idol Sachin Tendulkar.
Barcelona draw Frankfurt in Women's Champions League group stage
Women's Champions League holders Barcelona were placed in a pool with four-time winners Eintracht Frankfurt while English champions Chelsea were matched with Real Madrid in the group-stage draw on Friday.
Liverpool defender Robertson faces shoulder surgery
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines as he prepares to have surgery on a shoulder injury.
Messi should have own Ballon d'Or category, says Guardiola
Pep Guardiola says Lionel Messi should have his own category at the Ballon d'Or after he was asked whether the World Cup winner or Erling Haaland should win this year's award.
Three great England-South Africa ODIs ahead of World Cup clash
Reigning champions England and South Africa head into their World Cup clash on Saturday with both sides looking to revive their campaigns after shock defeats by Afghanistan and the Netherlands respectively.
Granada's Israeli forward misses Osasuna trip for security reasons
Granada's Israeli forward Shon Weissman is not travelling for Friday's Liga match against Osasuna in the Basque country for security reasons, his club told AFP.
'Exhausted' Lindelof available for Man Utd despite trauma of Brussels attack
Victor Lindelof is available for Manchester United on Saturday even though he is "exhausted" following the fatal shooting of two Swedish fans before the country's Euro 2024 qualifier against Belgium.
Warner and Marsh fire Australia to 367-9 against Pakistan in World Cup
Openers David Warner and Mitchell Marsh hit swashbuckling hundreds against a sloppy Pakistan to lift Australia to 367-9 in their World Cup clash in Bengaluru on Friday.
Springboks' Reinach 'in a good spot' before World Cup semi despite death threat
South Africa assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said on Friday scrum-half Cobus Reinach was in a good place before this weekend's Rugby World Cup semi-final despite receiving a death threat on social media.
Drivers shocked by 'obscene' prospect of one-million euros fines
George Russell declared increased fines of up to one million euros ($106 million) for Formula One drivers who breach sporting regulations as "obscene" and unrealistic, confirming that the drivers will meet on Friday to address the problem.
'Not an upset' if Dutch keep winning at World Cup
Dutch batsman Teja Nidamanuru believes it will not be an "upset" if his team defeat Sri Lanka on Saturday and keep alive their bid to reach the Cricket World Cup semi-finals.
Australia's Warner, Marsh in 259-run opening stand against Pakistan at World Cup
David Warner and Mitchell Marsh both made centuries as the openers pummelled Pakistan in their World Cup clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday.
Kaoru Mitoma signs new Brighton deal
Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma has signed a new contract with Brighton that will keep him at the Premier League club until 2027, ending speculation over his future.
Tonali has future at Newcastle despite betting probe, says Howe
Eddie Howe insists Sandro Tonali has a future at Newcastle as the Italian midfielder awaits the outcome of an investigation into alleged breaches of betting rules.
Buttler says Woakes' form a 'frustration' ahead of key World Cup clash
England captain Jos Buttler accepted Chris Woakes's form with the new ball was a major concern heading into the faltering champions' key World Cup clash against South Africa on Saturday.
Schauffele fights back at windy Zozo Championship
Xander Schauffele finished with a flourish to move three strokes off the lead heading into the last two days of the US PGA Tour's Zozo Championships in Japan on Friday.
Pochettino advised me not to go into coaching, says Arteta
Mikel Arteta revealed on Friday that "role model" Mauricio Pochettino advised him not to go into coaching as he prepares his Arsenal side to take on Chelsea.
Australia openers Warner, Marsh pummel Pakistan at World Cup
David Warner and Mitchell Marsh both made half-centuries as Australia's opening pair pummelled Pakistan in their World Cup clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday.
Bayern 'not rushing' Neuer comeback, says coach Tuchel
Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel said the side would "not rush anything" as captain Manuel Neuer edged closer to a return from injury after almost 12 months on the sidelines.
No suspension for Bayern's Mazraoui over pro-Palestinian posts
Bayern Munich on Friday said defender Noussair Mazraoui would not be suspended, after a probe into the Moroccan player over his social media posts on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Billie Jean King wants combined tennis World Cup, shirt numbers
American tennis great Billie Jean King called this week for a combined women and men's World Cup of tennis and for players to wear shirt numbers, to keep growing the sport.
First-class Fuellkrug lands for Dortmund ahead of Bremen reunion
In-form striker Niclas Fuellkrug's Borussia Dortmund host his former side Werder Bremen on Friday, continuing the forward's stunning late-career flourish.
Shelton shocked by success after moving into Japan Open semis
Rising tennis star Ben Shelton said Friday that his career has moved "a lot faster than I would have thought" after advancing to the semi-finals of the Japan Open.
England demolish Australia as WXV1 rugby tournament debuts
England captain Marlie Packer claimed two of her team's six tries as the Red Roses demolished Australia 42-7 on Friday to kick off a new top-tier women's rugby tournament.
Binder takes charge as wild weather disrupts Australia MotoGP
KTM's Brad Binder produced a scorching late lap to clock the fastest time Friday for a disrupted Australian MotoGP, as championship leader Francesco Bagnaia finished outside the top 10.
Binder takes charge at Australia MotoGP as Bagnaia misses top 10
KTM rider Brad Binder produced a scorching late lap to stamp his mark on the Australian MotoGP with the fastest time in second practice Friday, as championship leader Francesco Bagnaia finished outside the top 10.
Jaguars hold off Saints for dramatic NFL triumph
Trevor Lawrence threw for 204 yards and a touchdown and the Jacksonville Jaguars stretched their NFL win streak to four games on Thursday with a 31-24 victory at New Orleans.
D-backs edge Phillies, Astros rout Rangers in MLB playoffs
Ketel Marte smacked a bases-loaded single in the ninth inning to drive in the winning run as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat Philadelphia 2-1 on Thursday in the Major League Baseball playoffs.
Barista Tuilagi comes of age for Rugby World Cup semi-final
Ever since Manu Tuilagi made his England debut in 2011, the fleet-footed stocky centre has been considered a key part of their success.
Djokovic to open 2024 at United Cup, but no Nadal
World number one Novak Djokovic will open his 2024 season at the mixed teams United Cup in Australia, but injury-plagued Rafael Nadal was not on the Spain team announced Friday.
NFL reunion for Tagovailoa and Hurts as Dolphins visit Eagles
Former University of Alabama teammates Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts, now superstar quarterbacks, face each other in the NFL for the first time Sunday in a possible Super Bowl preview.
'Purpose-driven' Springboks braced for England showdown
For most rugby players the glory of getting your hands on the Webb Ellis cup would be motivation enough to lay your body on the line in a World Cup semi-final.