DHAKA, – A group of fans calling for Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan to play in a farewell test against South Africa were attacked by rival protesters wielding sticks and bamboo on Sunday, police said. Shakib was a member of parliament for the Awami League led by Sheikh Hasina, whose 15-year rule as prime minister… Continue reading Fans of Bangladesh’s Shakib attacked during protest
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Arsenal to channel Bournemouth pain into Shakhtar clash, Arteta says
Arsenal will use the hurt from their first Premier League defeat of the season to deliver a strong response in their home clash against Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League, manager Mikel Arteta said on Monday. Saturday’s 2-0 loss at Bournemouth brought Arsenal’s unbeaten start to the league season to a shuddering halt… Continue reading Arsenal to channel Bournemouth pain into Shakhtar clash, Arteta says
Lanky Anders Antonsen lifted the second Denmark Open men’s singles title but this one was more meaningful.
On Sunday, a determined Antonsen beat spirited Koki Watanabe of Japan 21-15, 21-16 in the final at the Jyske Bank Arena in Odense to the delight of his adoring home fans. It was his second home title following the success at 2020, where the tournament then went on during the Covid-19 outbreak under strict guidelines… Continue reading Lanky Anders Antonsen lifted the second Denmark Open men’s singles title but this one was more meaningful.
Naomi osaka will escape Billie Jean King Cup final
Japan’s Naomi Osaka said she will skip next month’s Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Spain as she recovers from injuries that have kept her out of key tournaments during the WTA’s Asian swing. The four-times Grand Slam champion had been one of the big drawcards for the team tournament in Malaga from Nov. 13-20,… Continue reading Naomi osaka will escape Billie Jean King Cup final
Aryna sabalenka ranked to the top of WTA
Aryna Sabalenka’s return to top spot in the WTA rankings after leapfrogging Iga Swiatek has set up a thrilling end to the season, with next month’s WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia likely to prove decisive in the race to end the year as world number one. Sabalenka has enjoyed a spectacular season, defending her Australian… Continue reading Aryna sabalenka ranked to the top of WTA
United States to face Canada in the group stage
Top seeds the United States will face neighbours Canada in the group stage when Coco Gauff makes her debut in the third edition of the United Cup mixed team tournament in Sydney and Perth at the start of next season. World number three Gauff will be joined in the U.S. team by Taylor Fritz, Denis… Continue reading United States to face Canada in the group stage
Simone Inzaghi bemoaned for injuries
Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi bemoaned having to make early substitutions due to injuries to key players but was pleased with his team’s overall performance in Sunday’s win at AS Roma in Serie A. Inter, who secured a 1-0 victory thanks to a second-half goal by Lautaro Martinez, suffered setbacks early in the match as… Continue reading Simone Inzaghi bemoaned for injuries
Gavi is thrilled to be back in action for Barcelona after his long-awaited return from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
The 20-year-old underwent surgery after suffering the injury in Spain’s Euro 2024 qualifying win over Georgia last year. He subsequently missed the rest of the season, along with Spain’s triumph at the Euros. But Gavi made his return to action on Sunday, coming on as a substitute during Barca’s 5-1 win over Sevilla in LaLiga,… Continue reading Gavi is thrilled to be back in action for Barcelona after his long-awaited return from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Lewandowski and Torre at the double as Barcelona thrash Sevilla 5-1
Robert Lewandowski and substitute Pablo Torre each scored twice to help leaders Barcelona thrash visitors Sevilla 5-1 in LaLiga on Sunday in a confidence boost for Hansi Flick’s side ahead of key clashes against Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Barca were dominant throughout the encounter at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium and effectively killed off… Continue reading Lewandowski and Torre at the double as Barcelona thrash Sevilla 5-1
Arne Slot records in Liverpool after 10 matches
Arne Slot continued his superb start as Liverpool manager with his team’s 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday, their 10th win in their opening 11 games in all competitions, and the Dutchman was quick to praise his defence. While former boss Juergen Klopp’s shoes once seemed nearly impossible to fill, many have pointed to Liverpool’s… Continue reading Arne Slot records in Liverpool after 10 matches
