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Desert storm to Smith revenge: Five memorable India-Australia ODI matches
India and Australia will play their 150th one-day international when both teams open their World Cup campaign in Chennai on Sunday.
Hosting Asian Games will 'wipe away' Japanese doubts, says top official
The 2026 Asian Games in Japan can "wipe away" public doubts over holding major sporting events, a senior official told AFP, following a wide ranging corruption scandal surrounding the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
India crush Bangladesh to reach maiden Asian Games cricket final
India crushed Bangladesh by nine wickets on Friday to power into the gold medal match in Hangzhou as they bid to win the Asian Games title on their first attempt.
WADA warns of 'consequences' over North Korean flag at Asian Games
The World Anti-Doping Agency warned the Olympic Council of Asia of "consequences" on Friday for allowing the North Korean flag to be repeatedly flown at the Asian Games, saying they were treating it "extremely seriously".
Rampant India crush Bangladesh to reach Asian Games cricket final
India crushed Bangladesh by nine wickets on Friday to power into the gold medal match in Hangzhou as they bid to win the Asian Games title on their first attempt.
Boca Juniors beat Palmeiras on penalties to reach Copa Libertadores final
Boca Juniors beat Palmeiras 4-2 on penalties after their Copa Libertadores semi-final ended 1-1 on Thursday, to earn a place in the final against Brazilian club Fluminense.
Prudent England face Samoa before World Cup quarter-final
England face Samoa in the Rugby World Cup on Saturday having already guaranteed their last-eight place but remain wary of the Pacific Islanders' traditional strengths.
It's 150 not out as India, Australia clash in World Cup
India kick off their World Cup campaign against Australia in Chennai on Sunday in the 150th clash in one-day internationals between two of cricket's heavyweight superpowers.
Leverkusen face derby rivals Cologne with Alonso revolution in full swing
Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen are dreaming of a Bundesliga title challenge, just a year since the Spaniard took over as coach with the club languishing near the relegation zone.
Wales promise no let-up against Georgia
Unbeaten Wales have promised no let-up when they take on winless Georgia in Nantes on Saturday, coach Warren Gatland insisting a victory would continue to help grow his side going into the World Cup quarter-finals.
Lens aim to build on memorable Champions League victory
After their stunning Champions League win over Arsenal, Lens are looking to cap a memorable week with another victory when they return to domestic duty in France with a derby against bitter local rivals Lille.
Irish bid to seal World Cup last eight spot, Scots to gatecrash party
Ireland's victory over defending champions South Africa two weeks ago has been hailed as one of the great Rugby World Cup performances and they will not wish to spoil that by losing to Scotland on Saturday.
Arsenal target Man City scalp as Man Utd seek spark
Arsenal could leapfrog Manchester City in an early season showdown for the Premier League title on Sunday as crisis-hit Manchester United seek some respite at home to Brentford.
Late birdies lift Kim Hyo-joo to Ascendant LPGA lead
South Korea's Kim Hyo-joo reeled off four straight birdies on the back nine on Thursday to seize a two-shot lead after the first round of the Ascendant LPGA in Dallas, Texas.
Hadley grabs one-shot lead at US PGA Tour Sanderson Farms Championship
Chesson Hadley fired eight birdies in an eight-under par 64 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead after the first round of the US PGA Tour Sanderson Farms Championship in Jackson, Mississippi.
Bears legend Dick Butkus dead at 80: family
Chicago Bears icon Dick Butkus, revered as one of the most ferocious tacklers in NFL history, died Thursday in California at the age of 80, his family said.
Foster ready for 'monster' quarter-final after Uruguay rout
Head coach Ian Foster said he was looking forward to a "monster" quarter-final after New Zealand secured their place in the knock-out phases with an 11-try rout of Uruguay.
Japan's Hashimoto extends reign as world all-around champion
Japan's Olympic champion Daiki Hashimoto bounced back after struggling in qualifying to successfully defend his men's all-around title at the world gymnastics championships in Antwerp on Thursday.
Liverpool too good for Saint-Gilloise, Brighton battle back to hold Marseille
Liverpool closed in on the Europa League knockout rounds with a 2-0 win over Union Saint-Gilloise on Thursday, while Brighton fought back to secure their first European point in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Marseille.
Hamilton praises 'phenomenal' Verstappen for 'raising the bar'
Lewis Hamilton on Thursday praised his erstwhile title rival Max Verstappen for "raising the bar" this season and added his voice to those who support the American Andretti team's bid to enter Formula One.
Cowboys, 49ers center stage, Dolphins look to bounce back
The Dallas Cowboys face the ultimate test of their championship aspirations on Sunday when they take on the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers in the latest instalment of one of the NFL's most ferocious rivalries.
New Zealand in World Cup quarters after 11-try Uruguay thrashing
New Zealand cantered to the bonus-point victory they needed to secure qualification for the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with an 11-try 73-0 thrashing of Uruguay on Thursday.
Japan's Hashimoto defends men's gymnastics world all-around title
Japan's Olympic champion Daiki Hashimoto successfully defended his men's all-around title at the world gymnastics championships in Antwerp on Thursday.
Brighton battle back to hold Marseille, West Ham set English record in Europe
Brighton fought back to secure their first Europa League point in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Marseille on Thursday as West Ham won 2-1 at Freiburg to set a new record unbeaten streak in Europe for an English team.
Samoa's Mapusua 'freshens things up' for England
Samoa head coach Seilala Mapusua said on Thursday he changed his whole front five for this weekend's Rugby World Cup game with England to deal with the "battle of attrition up front".
Embiid to play for USA at Paris Olympics
Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid said Thursday he has pledged to play for the United States at next year's Paris Olympics.
Name game as World Cup star Ravindra hails Tendulkar, Dravid
New Zealand batsman Rachin Ravindra on Thursday said hitting a match-winning century in the World Cup opener was inspired by watching footage of India cricket icons Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid after whom he is named.
Embiid to play for USA at Paris Olympics: Sixers
Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid has pledged to play for the United States at next year's Paris Olympics, the Philadelphia 76ers confirmed on Thursday.
Berhalter recalls Reyna to USA squad
Borussia Dortmund's Gio Reyna will re-unite with United States national team coach Gregg Berhalter for the first time since their bitter public dispute after the midfielder was named in the squad for this month's friendlies.
Buttler says England banking on experience to fight back
England skipper Jos Buttler on Thursday said his team has enough "experience in the room" to bounce back from their crushing loss to New Zealand in the World Cup opener.
England's Farrell 'on the same page' as friend Ford against Samoa
England captain Owen Farrell said on Thursday he was on the same page as fly-half George Ford after they were named to start this weekend's World Cup game against Samoa.
Embiid to play for USA at Paris Olympics: reports
Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid has pledged to play for the United States at next year's Paris Olympics, multiple media reports said Thursday.