Colombia tie England's biggest game in a decade, says Southgate

England's last-16 tie against Colombia is the biggest game the Three Lions has had in a decade, says Gareth Southgate.

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Batshuayi sees funny side after booting ball into own face

Michy Batshuayi had a moment to forget in Belgium's win over England, but the Chelsea forward was able to laugh at himself.

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Statistical highlights: 122 goals, 158 yellow cards and more

Neymar had the most goal attempts for a player in the group stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

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World Cup progress Nishino's 'only consolation' for defensive Japan

Akira Nishino was not happy about telling his Japan players to try and keep the score at 1-0 to Poland, but admitted the strategy worked.

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Pekerman wary of confident England in last 16

Colombia and England will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup and Jose Pekerman knows Gareth Southgate's side are to be taken seriously.

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I wasn't lost or confused - Nawalka defends Poland decisions

Poland crashed out of the World Cup at the first hurdle, but Adam Nawalka strongly responded to his critics on Thursday.

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Panama 1 Tunisia 2: Khazri seals first World Cup win in 40 years

Panama was on course for a first World Cup win before a second-half turnaround helped Tunisia create history of its own.

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In Pictures: Germany returns home following nightmare in Russia

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Japan vs Poland: Match in pictures

Akira Nishino's call to change his Japan team almost backfired as it progressed on fair play after a 1-0 defeat to Poland.

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Senegal vs Colombia: Match in pictures

Japan's surprise loss to already-eliminated Poland proved irrelevant as Colombia knocked Senegal out with a 1-0 victory in Samara.

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Angry Maradona offers reward over 'death' report

The reports, circulated via WhatsApp voice messages from a man with an Argentine accent, said the 57-year-old star had been hospitalized and had died of cardiac arrest.

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Yuki Bhambri drawn against Fabbiano in Wimbledon opener

Bhambri has clashed with the Italian thrice, but does not have encouraging results, having lost to him on all occasions.

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Balaji-Vardhan duo keen to perform at Wimbledon

Though they started playing together in doubles three years ago, it was in the last 10 months that things have fallen in place for Sriram Balaji and Vishnu Vardhan.

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UTT: Adriana puts Smashers in final

United’s Madhurika Patkar stumbles in the final match.

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Kabaddi Masters: India sails into the final

India beat South Korea 36-20 in the semifinals of the Kabaddi Masters Dubai 2018.

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Hima Das, Dutee Chand shine in inter-state athletics

Hima timed 51.13, just 0.08 shy of Manjir Kaur's National record, to achieve her personal best for the distance as she broke Nirmala's meet record and won her second title of the championships.

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Kabaddi World Cup 2019: IKF to discuss budget with UAE

An official announcement will be made later as the IKF will discuss “budget and logistic issues” with the UAE government tomorrow.

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Asian Games 2018: Mary Kom pulls out of boxing squad

Instead of Mary, fellow Manipur star Sarjubala Devi will represent India in the women’s 51-kilogram category at the Asiad.

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Hockey: Indian juniors thrash Bangladesh seniors 4-0 in warm-up game

The practice matches have been provided as a warm-up before the Indian junior team embarks on its Belgium tour in July

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NBA Academy Games from July 15

There will be a series of exhibition matches and the event would be open to NBA team personnel and NCAA coaches.

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Mirabai to lead Indian challenge at Asian Games

Despite ranking ninth in the last edition, Mirabai is the favourite this time to win gold at the Asian Games.

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Aditi makes strong start in Women’s PGA Championships

Currently 76 in world rankings and 57th in CME rankings on the LPGA Tour, Aditi has had an average start to the event.

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Lahiri makes a strong start at Quicken Loans PGA event

Anirban Lahiri settled for a joint tenth position, while Tiger Woods rallied from behind and remained seven shots behind the leaders.

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Gehlot elected IKF chief for next four years

Observer and Director of International Affairs Olympic Council of Asia Vinod Tiwari was also present in the AGC of the IKF, where 22 member countries participated.

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Shiva, Sarjubala make Asiad squad after winning trials

Most of the team was finalised without trials, based on performances in the international tournaments and the national camp, but the men’s 60kg and 64kg and the women’s 51kg division were decided following trials.

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Malaysia Open 2018: Sindhu, Srikanth enter semifinals

The 22-year-old Sindhu, who won a silver at the Glasgow World Championship, will face world no.1 and top seed Chinese Taipei’s Tai Tzu Ying.

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Champions Trophy: India plays Netherlands with final berth at stake

A draw will be enough for India to move into the final; a defeat will send Netherlands through.

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Varun Kumar: We will be ‘Ruthless’ against Netherlands

Indian hockey team's defender Varun Kumar said that the team needs to play aggressive game to win the next match against the Netherlands.

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England 0-1 Belgium - 5 things review

Adnan Januzaj's goal was his first for Belgium in what was his ninth appearance for the national side.

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Panama 1-2 Tunisia - 5 things review

Wahbi Khazri is Tunisia's first player to score two goals at the World Cup.

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Antarctic Argentinians brave the cold to celebrate Rojo winner

Marcos Rojo scored the winner for Argentina with just four minutes remaining for the final whistle against Nigeria on June 26.

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Japan 0-1 Poland - 5 things review

Poland has now won all of the World Cup games in which it has scored first.

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On This Day - Argentina win 1986 World Cup

32 years ago, on this day, Argentina beat West Germany 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca to win the World Cup.

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Senegal 0-1 Colombia - 5 things review

Four of Yerry Mina's five goals for Colombia have been headers.

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Portugal not distracted by Germany exit - Alves

Portugal meets Uruguay next in the Group 16 knockouts at the Fisht Olympic Stadium in Sochi on Saturday.

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The alarming facts behind Germany's surprise exit

It is the first time since 1938 that Germany has been knocked out from the first round of the World Cup.

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Messi is 'capable of everything', warns France's Mandanda

"They have quality. It could come from everywhere," says France goalkeeper Mandanda.

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France train ahead of Argentina clash

France meets Argentina in the first Round of 16 clash on Saturday at the Kazan Arena.

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FIFA World Cup 2018, Day 17: Today’s match schedule, teams and timings (in IST)

FIFA World Cup 2018 full schedule for Day 17: Round-of-16 time table in IST, venues with complete fixtures for the showpiece tournament in Russia.

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Neymar likes to exaggerates fouls - Guardado

Andres Guardado stoked the fires ahead of Mexico's last-16 clash with Brazil by claiming Neymar likes to "exaggerate fouls".

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Genius Messi a shining light for Argentina, says Sampaoli

Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli says his side's plan against France in the last 16 will be to make the game easier for Lionel Messi.

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Hospitality is in our blood, says Sorokin

The Local Organising Committee CEO, Alexey Sorokin, has been working tirelessly since 2010 to make the World Cup a success.

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VAR bumps correct decision percentage up to 99.3

Averages out to almost seven incidents per game till group stage.

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Euro 2008 success changed Spain's story - Fernando Torres

Fernando Torres has recalled his game-winning goal in Euro 2008, a decade on from Spain's final victory over Germany.

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Tabarez: It will take entire Uruguay team to stop Cristiano Ronaldo

With four goals in three games, Oscar Tabarez knows Cristiano Ronaldo is likely to demand the best from Uruguay in Sochi.

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France, Argentina seek true form in knockout meeting

Both teams, with an array of expensive players, are yet to put their best foot forward.

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Ziyech has deal in place to leave Ajax, confirms Ten Hag

Morocco international Hakim Ziyech already has a deal in place to join another club, Ajax coach Erik ten Hag has confirmed.

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Griezmann eyeing future MLS switch

France and Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann has revealed his desire to finish his career in MLS but he has other goals first.

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Napoli would be signing 'new Buffon' in Meret, claims Di Natale

Udinese legend Antonio Di Natale believes Napoli is signing the 'new Gianluigi Buffon' in Alex Meret ahead of his reported €35m transfer.

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Khedira wants Low to keep Germany job

Sami Khedira said Germany's players were determined to make amends for their World Cup exit, while backing head coach Joachim Low.

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Rooney to join Ibra and Beckham in boosting MLS, says Arena

Zlatan Ibrahimovic and David Beckham have set the standard for Wayne Rooney to follow in MLS, says Bruce Arena.

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FIFA backs Maradona but urges World Cup star to be respectful

FIFA has urged Argentina legend Diego Maradona to be respectful after he made headlines for his antics in the stands.

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Group stage review: Of Germany's exit, VAR and organisational success

The first half of the World Cup saw the abject subjugation of the defending champion Germany while Argentina's Jorge Sampaoli is still struggling to put together a plan to get the best out of his group and Lionel Messi.

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Rohit Kumar signs two-year extension with FC Pune City

Central midfielder Rohit Kumar on Friday signed a two-year extension contract with Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Pune City.

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Juventus renews Chiellini & Barzagli contracts

Juventus has handed Andrea Barzagli a new one-year deal, while Giorgio Chiellini has agreed a contract running to 2020.

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Deschamps hopes France can 'neutralise' Messi

France faces Argentina for a place in the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, and Didier Deschamps hopes his team can silence Lionel Messi.

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Delph returns from World Cup for birth of child

Fabian Delph has temporarily returned to England from the World Cup in Russia to attend the birth of his third child.

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Messi can decide France's fate, warns Lloris

Lionel Messi could put France out of the World Cup if he steps up his game for Argentina in the round of 16, says Hugo Lloris.

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De Gea to retain Spain spot, Hierro confirms

Spain will not be dropping David De Gea for its World Cup round-of-16 clash with Russia, coach Fernando Hierro has confirmed.

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Fellaini to stay at Man Utd with new two-year contract

Belgium international Fellaini's previous deal at Old Trafford was due to expire at the end of June, but United have handed him fresh terms that tie him to the club until 2020.

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Castro swaps Dortmund for Stuttgart

Stuttgart has signed 31-year-old midfielder Gonzalo Castro from Borussia Dortmund, while striker Daniel Ginczek has left the club.

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I'm happy for Sweden's World Cup success - Zlatan

Former Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said that Sweden's rivals will have a hard time in the World Cup.

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Pogba vs Messi: the battle within the battle

The Round-of-16 fixture between France and Argentina offers Paul Pogba another opportunity to justify his top billing and usurp Lionel Messi.

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Hats of, World Cup 2018

Take a look at the fancy hats that fans from across the globe are donning during the on-going FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia.

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India U-16s to play seven Internationals ahead of AFC Championship

The July leg is marked as the AIFF’s final preparation ahead of the AFC Championship, scheduled in September in Malaysia.

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England 0-1 Belgium - 5 things review

Adnan Januzaj's goal was his first for Belgium in what was his ninth appearance for the national side.

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Panama 1-2 Tunisia - 5 things review

Wahbi Khazri is Tunisia's first player to score two goals at the World Cup.

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Antarctic Argentinians brave the cold to celebrate Rojo winner

Marcos Rojo scored the winner for Argentina with just four minutes remaining for the final whistle against Nigeria on June 26.

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England vs Belgium: Match in pictures

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IN PICTURES: Terrific Tunisia overcomes Panama

Tunisia secured a 2-1 win over Panama — its second win in World Cup history.

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The best goals of the group stage

Here's Sportstar's selection of the spectacular strikes from the 48 group-stage matches of the FIFA World Cup 2018.

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The OMG moments of the group stage

Here's Sportstar's selection of the moments that might have made you go 'oh my god'.

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In Pictures: Germany returns home following nightmare in Russia

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Harmanpreet becomes second Indian pick in Kia Super League

Harmanpreet will play for Lancashire Thunder in the 2018 season of the league, the club announced on Friday.

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A reality check for Afghanistan's Test team

Featuring in its first-ever outing in the longest format of the game, not many expected Afghanistan to pull off a surprise against formidable India, but that the proceedings would last just two days was beyond anyone’s imagination.

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The 1983 World Cup: A view from behind the stumps

Syed Kirmani was India’s wicketkeeper when the team stumped the cricket world in the 1983 World Cup.

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ICC launches integrity app

The app is designed with the needs of players, officials and team support staff at all levels of the game and across all formats.

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Emotion recollected in tranquility: 1983 in Kapil's words

The heading is Wordsworthian. The feat was romantic too, in the heroic and adventurous sense! We invite the captain, Kapil Dev, to relive those glorious moments.

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Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 198/4 v Malaysian Armed Forces 38 *

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 198/4 v Malaysian Armed Forces 38 *

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The top 25 Test bowling performances of all time

A definitive list based on an exhaustive and thorough ratings system

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Bring on England, says Kohli after Ireland rout

The two one-sided T20Is against Ireland were ideal preparation for the series against England, according to the India captain.

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Who are you? Guide to rivals of Wimbledon top seeds

A look at the men and women trying to upset the stars at Wimbledon in the first round.

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Wozniacki rallies to set up Sabalenka Eastbourne showdown

Caroline Wozniacki will be strongly fancied to start Wimbledon on the back of a second title in Eastbourne after beating Angelique Kerber.

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Murray will 'most likely' make grand slam return at Wimbledon

Two-time Wimbledon winner Andy Murray has been drawn against Benoit Paire and will "most likely" make his grand slam return at SW19.

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Sabalenka beats Radwanska to reach Eastbourne final

Sabalenka will face top seed Caroline Wozniacki in the final.

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Yuki Bhambri drawn against Fabbiano in Wimbledon opener

Bhambri has clashed with the Italian thrice, but does not have encouraging results, having lost to him on all occasions.

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Who will partner Leander Paes in Asian Games?

Having missed all tennis after the successful Davis Cup campaign against China, Leander may not be in a position to press his choice.

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Nadal, Djokovic, Murray in loaded bottom half of Wimbledon draw

The path to a ninth title, however, might not be that easy for Roger Federer, who faces a potential fourth-round match against Borna Coric – the 21-year-old Croatian who stunned the top seed in the Halle final.

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Reigning champion Pliskova knocked out at Eastbourne

It seemed Pliskova was on course to reach the semifinals of the grass-court event that acts as a warm-up for Wimbledon, but surrendered her advantage against 20-year-old Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka to lose 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (7/5).

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The brain surgeons of tennis

No one has tested Federer or Nadal for their IQ Quotient. One suspects that if you did, the scores would be quite high. Humble men as they are, it would not occur to them to mention it even if it was in the 140s.

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Hamilton future key to F1 driver market

The Formula One driver market is “on hold” until defending world champion Lewis Hamilton's future with Mercedes is resolved.

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Making F1 interesting again

F1’s movers and shakers needs to step back and look outside the box and not be afraid of revolutionary changes. Here are five key things that I think the rule makers could look at changing to improve the sport.

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Hampshire v Kent

Hampshire v Kent

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Toronto Nationals v Edmonton Royals

Toronto Nationals v Edmonton Royals

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Montreal Tigers v CWI B Team

Montreal Tigers v CWI B Team

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LeBron opts out of Cavs deal, sets up NBA free agency circus

The Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets and Philadelphia 76ers are expected to be the most ardent suitors for James.

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NBA Academy Games from July 15

There will be a series of exhibition matches and the event would be open to NBA team personnel and NCAA coaches.

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Japan vs Poland: Match in pictures

Akira Nishino's call to change his Japan team almost backfired as it progressed on fair play after a 1-0 defeat to Poland.

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Senegal vs Colombia: Match in pictures

Japan's surprise loss to already-eliminated Poland proved irrelevant as Colombia knocked Senegal out with a 1-0 victory in Samara.

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'I was making horrible decisions' - Steven Smith reflects

'It's been tough but, you know, I think I needed a break if that makes sense. It's obviously come under some ordinary circumstances but I was really mentally fatigued after the Ashes'

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England draw first blood against New Zealand in dress rehearsal for tri-series final

England's women struck an early psychological blow ahead of Sunday's tri-series final at Chelmsford, by easing to an seven-wicket victory

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Patel keeps Warwickshire's season ticking

Warwickshire have moved back to the top of the County Championship Division Two after recording a comfortable 86-run win over Durham

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Joe Clarke's magnificent century saves Worcestershire and keeps England talking going

Clarke batted for over five hours to defy a Notts attack that was missing Stuart Broad, who didn't return to the field for the last two sessions

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Tom Abell and Lewis Gregory avert further slip for Somerset after Essex threaten

The sixth-wicket pair came together after Somerset had lost three wickets in 11 balls but fought off the threat posed by Simon Harmer

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Lancashire and Hampshire brace for relegation battle

Joe Weatherley scored his maiden first-class century on the final day at Old Trafford to ensure a draw

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Jahanara's historic five-for seals thrilling Bangladesh win

Bangladesh made hard work of a chase of 135 - they needed every last ball of their 20 overs - but Nigar Sultana (46) and Fahima Khatun (26*) got the job done

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Topley and Dawson in trim for Hampshire's Lord's final

Four wickets apiece for Reece Topley and Liam Dawson set up an easy Lions victory and left both in good heart for Saturday's Royal London Cup final

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Joe Root's T20 position safe despite Ben Stokes' return nearing

Paul Farbrace, who is standing in as head coach for the T20s, insisted that "Root always plays" amid the battle for top-order batting places in the England side

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Surrey's Scarborough win looks just champion

Surrey's win gives the Roses match a relegation feel as Yorkshire go to Old Trafford second from bottom, three points behind the old enemy

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New Zealand reach tri-series final as Bates, Devine make light work of South Africa

New Zealand booked their place in Sunday's tri-series final, and brought England along with them in the process

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India focus on experiments with Ireland series on the line

Virat Kohli wants to try different players in different roles as India's tour of the United Kingdom gathers steam

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Prasanna's early arrival is just the job for Northants

Seekkuge Prasanna made good use of his early arrival in England for the Vitality Blast as he bowled Northants to a second successive Championship win

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Live Report: Women's T20 Triangular

Follow the action with our live report on the third double-header from Bristol in the Women's T20 Triangular

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On his maiden UK tour, Kuldeep Yadav feeling at home

Yadav also underlined that India’s easy 76-run win over Ireland on Thursday was down to hosts’ inability to play spin properly.

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India looks to ring in the changes in second T20

The big question is a chance for the likes of K.L. Rahul, Dinesh Karthik and Umesh Yadav in the final clash against Ireland.

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Kohli hints at middle-order experiments in UK

India skipper Virat Kohli pushed him down the order to number six in the first T20 against Ireland, Raina and Dhoni batted at No. 3 and No. 4 respectively.

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Langer hopes Australia emerges unscathed from England ‘jungle’

Having been whitewashed 5-0 in the ODIs, Australia concluded its limited-overs tour with a 28-run Twenty20 defeat.

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Blistering Buttler sets up England T20 win over Australia

Australia, set 222 for victory, lost half its wickets inside nine overs and lost the rubber by 28 runs.

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England vs Belgium: Match in pictures

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The World Cup group stage in pictures

Ronaldo's hat-trick to Germany's agony, the World Cup group stage's highlights in pictures

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The best goals of the group stage

Here's Sportstar's selection of the spectacular strikes from the 48 group-stage matches of the FIFA World Cup 2018.

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The OMG moments of the group stage

Here's Sportstar's selection of the moments that might have made you go 'oh my god'.

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Colombia tie England's biggest game in a decade, says Southgate

England's last-16 tie against Colombia is the biggest game the Three Lions has had in a decade, says Gareth Southgate.

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Batshuayi sees funny side after booting ball into own face

Michy Batshuayi had a moment to forget in Belgium's win over England, but the Chelsea forward was able to laugh at himself.

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Statistical highlights: 122 goals, 158 yellow cards and more

Neymar had the most goal attempts for a player in the group stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

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World Cup progress Nishino's 'only consolation' for defensive Japan

Akira Nishino was not happy about telling his Japan players to try and keep the score at 1-0 to Poland, but admitted the strategy worked.

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Pekerman wary of confident England in last 16

Colombia and England will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup and Jose Pekerman knows Gareth Southgate's side are to be taken seriously.

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I wasn't lost or confused - Nawalka defends Poland decisions

Poland crashed out of the World Cup at the first hurdle, but Adam Nawalka strongly responded to his critics on Thursday.

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Panama 1 Tunisia 2: Khazri seals first World Cup win in 40 years

Panama was on course for a first World Cup win before a second-half turnaround helped Tunisia create history of its own.

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In Pictures: Germany returns home following nightmare in Russia

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Japan vs Poland: Match in pictures

Akira Nishino's call to change his Japan team almost backfired as it progressed on fair play after a 1-0 defeat to Poland.

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Senegal vs Colombia: Match in pictures

Japan's surprise loss to already-eliminated Poland proved irrelevant as Colombia knocked Senegal out with a 1-0 victory in Samara.

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Angry Maradona offers reward over 'death' report

The reports, circulated via WhatsApp voice messages from a man with an Argentine accent, said the 57-year-old star had been hospitalized and had died of cardiac arrest.

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Lebanese fan 'stabbed to death over World Cup celebrations

Mohammad Zaher was allegedly killed by two of his neighbours late on Wednesday in the Beirut suburb of Hay Al-Sellum, Lebanese news outlets reported.

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'Sorry': Germany arrives home after World Cup agony

The four-time champion landed at Frankfurt airport shortly after 3 pm (13.00 GMT), a day after its humiliating 2-0 defeat against South Korea at Russia's Kazan Arena sent it packing in the first round.

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Japan 0 Poland 1: Fair play history made as Nishino's men scrape through

Akira Nishino's call to change his Japan team almost backfired as they progressed on fair play after a 1-0 defeat to Poland.

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Can anyone dethrone Roger Federer at Wimbledon?

Rafael Nadal is fresh off an 11th French Open title, but will he be able to transfer that success to grass? And what about the rest of the field?

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Social media explodes after German downfall

A stream of memes and jokes flooded social media after a stunning 2-0 defeat to South Korea condemned Die Mannschaft to its earliest exit in 80 years.

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Wozniacki overcomes stiff resistance from Konta

Wozniacki recorded her first win in three meetings with Konta.

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No stopping the Warriors

The Warriors side was simply too versatile on both ends of the floor and far more cohesive than the Cavaliers, who never found a rhythm or a specific style of play except for leaning on LeBron James.

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England vs Belgium: Match in pictures

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No World Cup hooligans? Russia says told you so

The group stage is over and little has disturbed the peace besides the all-night singing of happy fans in the streets.

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IN PICTURES: Terrific Tunisia overcomes Panama

Tunisia secured a 2-1 win over Panama — its second win in World Cup history.

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The World Cup group stage in pictures

Ronaldo's hat-trick to Germany's agony, the World Cup group stage's highlights in pictures

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World Cup 2018: Tunisia ends World Cup drought, beats Panama

With its first victory in the competition in 40 years, the African nation bowed out on a high.

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The best goals of the group stage

Here's Sportstar's selection of the spectacular strikes from the 48 group-stage matches of the FIFA World Cup 2018.

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The OMG moments of the group stage

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Southgate: There is a lot for us to work on

England manager Gareth Southgate said his players have a lot to work on tactically ahead of their round-of-16 clash against Colombia.

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Won't take any team lightly, says Martinez post England win

Belgium coach, Roberto Martinez, was happy that his side, which had nine fresh faces, managed to secure the win against England on Thursday.

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Colombia tie England's biggest game in a decade, says Southgate

England's last-16 tie against Colombia is the biggest game the Three Lions has had in a decade, says Gareth Southgate.

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Batshuayi sees funny side after booting ball into own face

Michy Batshuayi had a moment to forget in Belgium's win over England, but the Chelsea forward was able to laugh at himself.

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Statistical highlights: 122 goals, 158 yellow cards and more

Neymar had the most goal attempts for a player in the group stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

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World Cup progress Nishino's 'only consolation' for defensive Japan

Akira Nishino was not happy about telling his Japan players to try and keep the score at 1-0 to Poland, but admitted the strategy worked.

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Pekerman wary of confident England in last 16

Colombia and England will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup and Jose Pekerman knows Gareth Southgate's side are to be taken seriously.

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Senegal commitment explains fair play exit, says Cisse

Becoming the first team to exit a World Cup due to their inferior fair play record was a sign of Senegal's commitment, says Aliou Cisse.

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I wasn't lost or confused - Nawalka defends Poland decisions

Poland crashed out of the World Cup at the first hurdle, but Adam Nawalka strongly responded to his critics on Thursday.

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Belgium scrapes past England, tops group

Adnan Januzaj scored in the 51st minute to help Belgium defeat England 1-0. Belgium will meet Japan in the round-of-16 while England will lock horns with Colombia.

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Panama 1 Tunisia 2: Khazri seals first World Cup win in 40 years

Panama was on course for a first World Cup win before a second-half turnaround helped Tunisia create history of its own.

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England-Belgium deadlocked 0-0 at halftime

Both the teams have qualified for the knock-outs and a lacklusture first half failed to produce any goals as the teams avoided a top of the group finish.

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In Pictures: Germany returns home following nightmare in Russia

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Panama vs Tunisia: View in 3D

View the live action of the Group G match between Panama and Tunisia in the ongoing FIFA 2018 World Cup.

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Japan vs Poland: Match in pictures

Akira Nishino's call to change his Japan team almost backfired as it progressed on fair play after a 1-0 defeat to Poland.

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Senegal vs Colombia: Match in pictures

Japan's surprise loss to already-eliminated Poland proved irrelevant as Colombia knocked Senegal out with a 1-0 victory in Samara.

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England vs Belgium: View in 3D

View the live action of the Group G match between England and Belgium in the ongoing FIFA 2018 World Cup.

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Mina guides Colombia into round-of-16

Yerry Mina scored his second World Cup game in as many games to steer Colombia into the round-of-16 after a 1-0 win over Senegal.

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Angry Maradona offers reward over 'death' report

The reports, circulated via WhatsApp voice messages from a man with an Argentine accent, said the 57-year-old star had been hospitalized and had died of cardiac arrest.

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Former Premier League referee reveals role in deliberate booking scam

A former referee in English football's elite Premier League has admitted to going along with a request to deliberately book a player back in 2011.

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Lebanese fan 'stabbed to death over World Cup celebrations

Mohammad Zaher was allegedly killed by two of his neighbours late on Wednesday in the Beirut suburb of Hay Al-Sellum, Lebanese news outlets reported.

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'Sorry': Germany arrives home after World Cup agony

The four-time champion landed at Frankfurt airport shortly after 3 pm (13.00 GMT), a day after its humiliating 2-0 defeat against South Korea at Russia's Kazan Arena sent it packing in the first round.

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Senegal vs Colombia: Rodriguez subbed out, score remains 0-0 at half-time

Senegal and Colombia failed to break the deadlock as the scoreline remained 0-0 at the end of the first half during their Group H clash at the Samara Arena on Thursday.

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Ricciardo closing in on new deal with Red Bull

The Australian, winner of seven Grands Prix with Red Bull, told reporters this week that he expected to confirm a new deal 'soon'.

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England vs Belgium: Match in pictures

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IN PICTURES: Terrific Tunisia overcomes Panama

Tunisia secured a 2-1 win over Panama — its second win in World Cup history.

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The best goals of the group stage

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The OMG moments of the group stage

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In Pictures: Germany returns home following nightmare in Russia

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Japan vs Poland: Match in pictures

Akira Nishino's call to change his Japan team almost backfired as it progressed on fair play after a 1-0 defeat to Poland.

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Senegal vs Colombia: Match in pictures

Japan's surprise loss to already-eliminated Poland proved irrelevant as Colombia knocked Senegal out with a 1-0 victory in Samara.

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Ireland Women v Bangladesh Women

Ireland Women v Bangladesh Women

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India A v West Indies A

India A v West Indies A

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Ireland v India

Ireland v India

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Montreal Tigers v Winnipeg Hawks

Montreal Tigers v Winnipeg Hawks

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Women’s World Cup: Rani Rampal to captain India

Hockey India announces an 18-member squad for next month's tourney.

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Semenya back on track after challenging IAAF rules

The South African is set to participate in the seventh leg of the Diamond League.

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India draws 1-1 with Belgium in Champions Trophy

India conceded a late goal to settle for a 1-1 draw with Belgium in its penultimate round robin match of the Champions Trophy hockey tournament.

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UTT: Falcons pips Mavericks in an absorbing clash

Mavericks, which had all its previous four rounds, faced the first defeat as Matilda Ekholm blanked Mavericks’ Mouma Das 3-0 in the final match to tilt the balance in favour of the former.

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Sudha Singh shows her supremacy

The 32-year-old seasoned athlete reaped benefits of her training in Bhutan to clock 9:39.59 in the National inter-state athletics championships.

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More gold for India in Junior World Cup

It was a golden harvest for Indian shooting as it swept the mixed air pistol, mixed air rifle and the standard pistol gold medals, to go beyond the reach of China on top of the medals table in the Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany, on Thursday.

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Top four finish in Asiad will be great, says Madhurika Patkar

Madhurika was part of the women’s team that created history in the Gold Coast CWG.

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No stopping the Warriors

The Warriors side was simply too versatile on both ends of the floor and far more cohesive than the Cavaliers, who never found a rhythm or a specific style of play except for leaning on LeBron James.

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Johnson overcomes tough times to set new track record

Jinson Johnson’s late entry into athletics proved to be a blessing in disguise for the latest track star, whose unspent energy propelled him to break Sriram Singh's famous 800m National record set in the 1976 Montreal Olympics.

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Shuttler Aparna Balan cries foul after Asian Games snub

BAI had organised two All India senior ranking tournaments in Bangalore and Hyderabad to allow the domestic players a chance to make it to the Asian Games squad.

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Resurgent Nirmala books Asian Games berth

The quartermiler puts a period of ‘personal and family problems’ behind her to qualify.

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Tiger eyes new putter in bid to end five-year win drought

The 14-time major winner plays his 11th event of the year, and only planned tune-up for next month’s British Open.

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Malaysia Open: Srikanth, Sindhu win; Saina crashes out

Star shuttlers P. V. Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth notched up straight-game wins to progress to the quarterfinals but it was curtains for Saina Nehwal in the $ 7,00,000 Malaysia Open world tour super 750 tournament on Thursday.

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Match in pictures: Mexico vs Sweden

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DDCA elections: Over 450 votes polled, rival groups get into argument

The three candidates in fray - noted journalist Rajat Sharma, former Test player Madan Lal and advocate Vikas Singh were represented in full force by their loyalists, who got into heated argument inside the polling station.

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Mexico 0 Sweden 3: Duo advance as world champion Germany bows out

Defending champion Germany was eliminated at the group stage after it lost and Sweden defeated Mexico, which advanced despite defeat.

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When an Indian kid nearly bumped into Iker Casillas at World Cup

Surya Varikuti is delighted at representing India in the 6th Gazprom Football for Friendship International Championship.

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Sampaoli: ‘Felt very proud when Leo came and hugged me’

After helping his team win the on-field skirmish over Nigeria, Lionel Messi quieted the off-field noises that have threatened to derail Argentina’s World Cup campaign.

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Austrian Grand Prix: Resurgent Hamilton starts favourite

The four-time champion arrives in the Styrian Alps with a 14-point lead in this year’s title chase and a sense of reinvigoration thanks to his updated engine.

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Shock Germany win ‘shook South Korea upside down’

South Korean fans rejoiced after their team went out of the World Cup in a blaze of glory, eliminating Germany.

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Neymar sizzles as Brazil waltzes through to second round

The five-time champion defeated Serbia 2-0 to get its World Cup campaign back on track.

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Giant felled! Germany crashes out of World Cup

Loses 2-0 to South Korea to fail to make it past the opening round for the first round since 1938.

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FIFA World Cup 2018, Day 15: Today’s match schedule, teams and timings (in IST)

FIFA World Cup 2018 full schedule for Day 15: Match time table in IST, venues with complete fixtures for the showpiece tournament in Russia.

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5 talking points from day 14 of the FIFA World Cup

Germany first-round exit, Mexico's reality check, Philippe Coutinho's inspiring performance and more in the 5 talking points from day 14 of the FIFA World Cup.

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Rivaldo believes Neymar will thrive in World Cup spotlight

Rivaldo is backing Neymar to shoulder the responsibility of guiding Brazil to its sixth World Cup triumph.

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Germany exit gives Brazil lift off

Brazil advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 win over Serbia, just hours after another of the favourites, Germany, crashed out.

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Switzerland puts politics aside to keep World Cup journey rolling

Much has been made of the tensions caused by Switzerland's win over Serbia, but it proved against Costa Rica that it is united.

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Brazil vs Serbia: Match in pictures

Brazil will meet Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup after it secured the top spot in Group E and sent Serbia packing from Russia.

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If I go and headbutt Roberto... Southgate laughs off permutations talk

Gareth Southgate again made clear he finds the notion of England trying not to beat Belgium to aid their World Cup draw faintly ridiculous.

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Switzerland goes through despite 2-2 draw

Switzerland were far from their best against Costa Rica, but secured the point they needed to progress to the World Cup knockout stages.

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Agony, pain and misery of Germany

As Germany crashed out of the World Cup, losing 2-0 to South Korea, thousands of dejected fans joined in mourning the loss.

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Westwood optimistic about England's chances at World Cup

Former English footballer and product of the Manchester United academy, Ashley Westwood, feels this England side has what it takes to go all the way.

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Routine win takes Brazil to round of 16

Brazil only needed a point from its final Group E fixture, against Serbia, but goals from Paulinho and Thiago Silva sent it through as the group winner.

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Egypt FA defends choice of Grozny for World Cup base

The team's stay in the capital of Muslim-majority Chechnya had spurred widespread criticism.

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Half-time report: Dzemaili goal gives Switzerland lead

Blerim Dzemaili scored in the 31st minute to give Switzerland a 1-0 lead against Costa Rica in Nizhny Novgorod Stadium.

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'How sad!' says Merkel spokesman after Germany World Cup exit

The defending champion's 2-0 defeat against South Korea plunged the fans in mourning.

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Germany exit fourth biggest upset in World Cup history

Germany started the World Cup with an ELO rating of 2,044 and South Korea with 1,677.

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Reverse psychology paid off against Germany - Shin Tae-yong

South Korea head coach Shin Tae-yong felt that telling his players that they only had "a one per cent chance" against Germany helped them to win.

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Low won't make 'premature' statement on Germany future

Oliver Bierhoff expects Joachim Low to stay at the Germany helm after its World Cup exit, but the coach will not make a quick assessment.

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Hummels: Germany hasn't been convincing since 2017

Germany won the Confederations Cup in 2017, but Mats Hummels has not been impressed by the team's performances since.

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Joachim's Germany hits a new low

Germany's loss against South Korea left Joachim Low’s men at the bottom of Group F and the ignominy of becoming the fourth defending champion in five tournaments to get knocked out in the first stage.

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Germany's 'euphoria' fades quickly on way to embarrassing exit

The defending champion is out of the World Cup after a humiliating 2-0 defeat to a South Korea side that capitalized on its chaos.

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Champions curse strikes again as Germany exit World Cup

Winning the World Cup is the pinnacle of international football but, as Germany found out, there is a curse that comes with it.

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South Korea's Cho Hyun-woo, the man Germany couldn't beat

He hit the headlines after his point-blank range save against Sweden in South Korea’s opening fixture in the World Cup

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Juventus completes €40m deal for Joao Cancelo

Juventus has filled the void left by Stephan Lichtsteiner's departure by adding fellow full-back Joao Cancelo to its squad.

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Switzerland vs Costa Rica: View in 3D

View the live action of the Group E match between Switzerland and Costa Rica in the ongoing FIFA 2018 World Cup.

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Darren Sammy on Steven Smith: Not right to 'keep kicking a man when he's down'

Sammy and Chris Gayle have asked that everyone move on from the Newlands ball-tampering controversy and let Smith and David Warner get on with their lives

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'It won't get tougher than this' - Justin Langer expects Australia to develop character, not scars, after England beatings

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Sarfraz wants to continue batting at No. 4

The Pakistan captain is wary of the challenges posed by Australia and the Zimbabwean conditions, but is confident of the team doing well in the tri-series

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Jos Buttler and Adil Rashid ensure Australia end tour winless

Australia's captain threatened to turn the game with an onslaught against Moeen Ali but he became Adil Rashid's third wicket and England closed out the win

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Jonathan Trott ensures Warwickshire in position to push for victory

Durham saw hope of parity in the contest slip away and face the prospect of a final-day battle for a draw

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Northants close in on back-to-back wins

Glamorgan look likely to stay rooted to the foot of Division Two after Northants dominated the third day in Cardiff

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Brett D'Oliveira's sportsmanship aids Samit Patel as Jake Libby ton sets up Notts

The Worcestershire captain withdrew a run out appeal following a collision between batsman and bowler

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Mohammad Abbas' class tells as Foxes march on

Mohammad Abbas ensured a third victory in five for Leicestershire as they continued to defy the sceptics

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CSA under fire from third GLT20 franchise over failed league

Bloemfontein City Blazers accused CSA of false information, dishonesty in how it went about scrapping the tournament and planning a new one with different ownership

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Harmer's ill luck loosens Essex's title grip

Somerset's game resistance has given them every chance to save the match at Chelmsford and keep their own title challenge bubbling

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Stalemate looms in Manchester relegation battle

Hampshire might gain more satisfaction from a fourth-day draw as they anticipate the Royal London Cup final on Saturday

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Roll up, roll up, roll up and see the Mighty Morkel!

Scarborough's new tourist attraction might not go down with the locals with a Yorkshire victory about as likely as a huge payout in the Amusement Arcade

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Kent complete Lord's pick-me-up as Podmore hounds former county

Harry Podmore hounded his former county to leave Kent in tip-top frame of mind for the Royal London Cup final on Saturday and Middlesex's Championship season in ruins

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Rohit, Dhawan set it up for wristspinners in huge win

India set off a rollicking start to their tour with a crushing 76-run win against the hosts at Malahide

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Scarborough spectator cited for racist abuse

Yorkshire have advised they will make no comment on the alleged incident involving Surrey's Ryan Patel until they hear officially from the ECB about the matter

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Joseph returns from back injury in 12-man squad to face Bangladesh

He has been out since sustaining a back injury late last year and has been named to face Bangladesh in a practice match in Antigua

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ICC revenue model favours wealthy cricket nations, says CWI

At the ICC's annual conference this week, the West Indies board will also lay out the need for a better distribution of hosting rights to ICC events, and BCCI compensation for observing the unofficial IPL window

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Henry Brookes continues rapid rise with England Lions call-up

Teenage fast bowler joins squad on back of impressive Warwickshire displays

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Lockie Ferguson joins Derbyshire's foreign legion

New Zealand fast bowler added to impressive overseas pace battery for Vitality Blast campaign

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'India have their most complete fast-bowling attack in many years' - Tendulkar

He has also elaborated on why he thinks two new balls is a bad idea in ODIs

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Domestic 50-over structure needs review - Langer

The coach has also said Australia would need to work out whether Tim Paine, whom he called 'an outstanding young man', was the right man to captain them in ODIs

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Quinton de Kock lined up to join Nottinghamshire

Azhar Ali on Somerset's radar as counties look for late-season recruits

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Kusal, Dilruwan steer Sri Lanka in nervous chase to level series

West Indies fancied their chances when Kusal Mendis fell in the first over of the day but an injured Kusal Perera and a stoic Dilruwan Perera ensured they didn't have any further trouble

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Harmanpreet Kaur lined up for KSL bow with Lancashire Thunder

India's T20I captain is set to make her maiden appearance in the Kia Super league after missing 2017 with injury

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Pakistan to continue playing in UAE as deal with Emirates Board struck

The PCB and the Emirates Cricket Board have struck a deal that will see Pakistan continue to play their "home" matches in the UAE

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Mayank Agarwal's second hundred in consecutive days sees off England Lions

Another century from Mayank Agarwal set up India A's match-winning 309 for 6, as the Lions lost for the first time in the tri-series

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Cameron Steel, Tom Latham lead Durham response after Jonathan Trott 170*

Durham put forward a resilient response to Warwickshire's total of 424 leaving their Specsavers County Championship Division Two contest in the balance after day two

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Aaron Finch says 'settled' Australia ready to hit back in one-off T20I

Australia's T20 captain believes they will take confidence from their recent success against England in the shortest format

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Pressure for batting places hots up as Jos Buttler vaults to head of England's T20 queue

Interim coach plays down importance of four-match spell in charge of T20 team, but earmarks long-term role

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England Lions v West Indies A

England Lions v West Indies A

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South Africa Women v New Zealand Women

South Africa Women v New Zealand Women

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Ireland Women v Bangladesh Women

Ireland Women v Bangladesh Women

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West Indies President's XI v Bangladeshis

West Indies President's XI v Bangladeshis

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England Women v New Zealand Women

England Women v New Zealand Women

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BCCI to conduct umpires' re-exam

The examination will be conducted on August 5 in Bengaluru.

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I have two variations of googly, claims Chahal

This is Chahal’s maiden tour of England and he is desperate to make it count.

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Fan colour - 'Croatia can win the title!'

Croatia's smooth run in the World Cup has impressed fans, who think it can go all the way.

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Brazilian fan's journey to Russia in 50-year-old car

This Brazilian fan traveled to Russia in his 50-year-old Beetle.

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On This Day: Lampard's world cup 'goal' that never was

On this day in 2010, Frank Lampard was disallowed a goal in the world cup, that was probably the beginning of cries for goal-line technology.

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Nigeria 1-2 Argentina: Fast match report

Lionel Messi and Marcos Rojo starred in Argentina's much-needed win over Nigeria in St Petersburg.

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World Cup 2018: Maradona steals spotlight

Diego Maradona went through every emotion during Argentina's crucial game against Nigeria.

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Argentina fans celebrate World Cup survival

Argentina scraped through to the pre-quarterfinals with a 2-1 win over Nigeria.

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Sidharth Rawat in quarterfinals, Adil advances

In Colombo, Niki Poonacha, Manish Sureshkumar, Abhinav Sanjeev Shanmugam and Nitin Kumar Sinha made the singles quarterfinals.

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Vardhan-Balaji, Jeevan qualify for Wimbledon; Ankita loses

Ankita lost 2-6, 7-5, 4-6 to the Russian world number 132 Vitalia Diatchenko after a brave two-hour-23-minute battle in the second round of the grass-court major.

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Ambitious Ricciardo can 'only gain' from next move

Daniel Ricciardo has nothing to fear and plenty to gain from his current deliberation over leaving Red Bull, he believes.

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Brazil vs Serbia: Match in pictures

Brazil will meet Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup after it secured the top spot in Group E and sent Serbia packing from Russia.

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Agony, pain and misery of Germany

As Germany crashed out of the World Cup, losing 2-0 to South Korea, thousands of dejected fans joined in mourning the loss.

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South Korea vs Germany: The match in pictures

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Match in pictures: Mexico vs Sweden

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In pictures: When Diego Maradona went out of control!

The images show how "the golden boy" showed his support for Argentina at the Saint Petersburg Stadium on Tuesday.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: The match in pictures

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South Korea vs Germany: Match in pictures

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Serbia vs Brazil: View in 3D

View the live action of the Group E match between Serbia and Brazil in the ongoing FIFA 2018 World Cup.

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No cliques as Tunisia targets first World Cup win since 1978

Nabil Maaloul cut a defiant figure on Wednesday and is hoping his Tunisia players can end their World Cup experience on a high.

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How can the IPL become a global sports giant?

If it has to compete with leagues like the NFL, NBA and Premier League football, it needs to expand in India and abroad

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Toronto Nationals v Vancouver Knights

Toronto Nationals v Vancouver Knights

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Career-best bowling, a maiden century, but will Grant Stewart play at Lord's?

Grant Stewart has had the best 48 hours of his cricketing career, but he retreats from suggestions he might win a place in Kent's cup final side on Saturday

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Leicestershire on top despite Tony Palladino's old-school nous

Tony Palladino led a Derbyshire fightback before Leicestershire's bowlers regained control at the end of the second day of the day/night Division Two match at Derby

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Duckett gatecrashes Khawaja's record day

Usman Khawaja became the first Glamorgan player to hit hundreds in his first three Championsip figure - then a familiar figure rudely interrupted

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A mist to rival those from the mists of time

Surrey and Yorkshire are locked in an enthralling contest as Scarborough's attempts to rival Barbados for sunshine last only a day

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Alex Davies carries Lancashire hopes after Rilee Rossouw ton

Alex Davies led the recovery for Lancashire at Emirates Old Trafford as he finished the second day of their crucial Specsavers County Championship match against Hampshire unbeaten on 78

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Notts pace attack makes inroads as Worcestershire wilt

Nottinghamshire strengthened their overall advantage on the second day of their day-night pink ball Specsavers County Championship match against Worcestershire

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Ryan ten Doeschate returns from suspension in emphatic style

Ryan ten Doeschate and Ravi Bopara both struck hundreds with ease on a Chelmsford pitch on which Somerset will hope to meet just as successfully

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Second GLT20 franchise ponders legal action against CSA

The Nelson Mandela Bay Stars are considering going to court following the South African board's decision to replace the originally planned T20 league

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Paul Farbrace confirms interest in England head coach role

Interim coach plays down importance of four-match spell in charge of T20 team, but earmarks long-term role

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ICC survey reveals over a billion fans - 90% in subcontinent

The survey also reveals nearly 90% of the game's fans want cricket to be in the Olympics

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Middle order the focus in India's Irish reunion

Eleven years after they last hosted India, Ireland have an opportunity to impress as Full Members

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Rejigged Australia seek final chance to make their mark on England

Australia's search for a consolation victory moves to Edgbaston, and a return to a format in which they have plenty of form

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BCCI moots return to Elite-Plate system in Ranji Trophy

Board officials contemplated adding a Plate Group to the tournament, comprising the new teams that are now eligible to take part - Bihar and the North Eastern States.

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Nevill wants Smith, Warner to help build NSW team

The New South Wales captain wants the banned duo to play a role in helping his team atone for several lost years

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Holder four-for leaves Test evenly poised on 20-wicket day

The day started off with Sri Lanka five wickets down in the second innings. It ended with Sri Lanka five wickets down in the fourth

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Kusal Perera 'cleared of any serious injury'

Sri Lanka batsman crashed into the advertising hoardings while attempting a catch on the boundary

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Alex Carey targets 'red-hot' tour finale from Australia's in-form T20 squad

After playing as a specialist batsman in ODIs, T20 wicketkeeper will take on the vice-captaincy under Aaron Finch

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Deepak Chahar, Mayank Agarwal help India A cruise to first win

A five-wicket haul for Deepak Chahar limited West Indies A to a total of 221 before Mayank Agarwal's century underpinned the chase

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T20 Blast retains importance for Dawid Malan and Mark Wood in spite of impending 100-ball tournament

Domestic T20 remains vital given the significance of format globally, say England players

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Jos Buttler's 'unbelievable' form an example for England - Trevor Bayliss

Jos Buttler is a "devastating" batsman who ranks in the "top echelon" of players, according to the England coach

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England pace-setters right to be confident - but India challenge awaits

An unprecedented 5-0 success over their oldest enemy suggests England are in prime form a year out from the World Cup

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How many times has a team been bowled out twice in a day?

And which batsman with 5000 or more ODI runs has scored the most ducks?

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Ireland v India

Ireland v India

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England v Australia

England v Australia

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Kabaddi Masters: India whips Kenya 50-15

India recorded a fourth group stage victory in as many matches.

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Asian Games Boxing: Solanki, Vikas in Indian squad, trials in only two categories

The Asian Games will feature seven weight categories — 49kg, 52kg, 56kg, 60kg, 64kg, 69kg, and 75kg.

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IOA seeks clarity on Khelo India selections

In a series of emails to the Sports Authority of India, IOA president Narinder Batra has sought clarity on the methodology and selection process for trainees under the Khelo India development programme.

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Dipa Karmakar named in 10-member artistic gymnastics squad for Asian Games

A fit again Dipa Karmakar was on Tuesday named in the Indian gymnastics squad for the Asian Games, making it a comeback event for the 24-year-old after a career-threatening injury.

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My next target is to become a Super GM: Praggnanandhaa

Praggnanandhaa rated the victory over GM Roeland Pruijssers at the Gredine Open recently as one of the best in his career.

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Jauna qualifies with meet record

Dharun pips Santhosh Kumar to clinch 400m hurdles.

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Weightlifter Sathish sets eyes on upcoming Asian Games

Sathish, who won a gold in the 77kg category in the CWG at Gold Coast, said he was getting ready for the trials for the Asiad next week after undergoing rehabilitation in Bengaluru following injuries.

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Sathish sets eyes on Asian Games

After successfully defending his Commonwealth Games gold at Gold Coast, weightlifter Sathish Sivalingam has eyes set on the Asian Games in Indonesia.

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Indian track and field athletes will bag more medals than previous Asian Games: AFI chief

In 2014 Asian Games in Incheon, Indian track and field athletes had won 13 medals including two gold out of the country’s total haul of 57.

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Hriday Hazarika wins gold in Junior World Cup

The Indian domination in air events continued as Hriday Hazarika and Saurabh Chaudhary won the junior men’s air rifle and air pistol gold medals respectively in the Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany.

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Furore over shooting’s omission from 2022 CWG reaches British Parliament

Even as the CGF maintained its stance, India did not give up on its hopes to get it included in the Games programme as an optional sport.

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Tomar wins retrials, wrestling squad complete for Asiad

Tomar fought back after trailing Utkarsh Kale 2-6 to level scores and was declared the winner by virtue of winning the last scoring point.

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Ramandeep ruled out of Champions Trophy

He sustained a full thickness condral fracture-injury in the center of his right knee during the opening match against Pakistan.

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Pakistan seeks WSF’s help to procure Indian visas

PSF secretary Tahir Sultan said the Indian authorities were being unjust with the Pakistani sports persons.

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India aims to upstage Australia in Champions Trophy hockey

In pursuit of their maiden Champions Trophy title in the 37th and final edition of the event, the Indians could not have asked for a better start.

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Saina sails into second round of Malaysian Open

Saina will meet second seed Akane Yamaguchi of Japan in the second round.

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Rahane’s exclusion from limited-overs squad a ‘surprise’ for Vengsarkar

Former batsman Dilip Vengsarkar — one of the anchors of India’s historic series win in England in 1986 — shares his insights on the upcoming tour in July.

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James Harden - profile of the 2018 NBA MVP

LeBron James: Their team has more cohesiveness and James Harden is the biggest reason behind that.

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James Harden wins first career NBA MVP award

The Houston Rockets star pipped LeBron James and Anthony Davis to clinch the award.

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Perera duo steer Sri Lanka to historic win

Kusal Perera and Dilruwan Perera weathered the West Indian storm on an “uneven” pitch to take Sri Lanka over the line.

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Mayank slams second consecutive ton, India A beats England Lions

Mayank Agarwal has now scored three hundreds - 151 retd out against Leicestershire, 112 against West Indies A and on Tuesday a brilliant 112 against the Lions.

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We will go in with belief that we can beat India, asserts Gary Wilson

Wilson underlined Ireland’s success against Pakistan and England and said that it will take heart from the past when taking on the Men in Blue.

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Porterfield awaits a 'good test' against India

Ireland's seasoned campaigner, William Porterfield, has made it clear that the team’s target will be to try and win both the T20 fixtures against a star-studded Indian side.

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Virat Kohli, Team India look to improve T20I rankings

India is placed third in the team rankings with 123 points, while the leader of the squad has, so far, accumulated 670 points with his batting exploits.

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Darren Berry to join as Pakistan fielding coach in September

Berry’s name was shortlisted after fellow Australian Steve Rixon completed his contract with the PCB and left for home after the T20I series in Scotland, instead of preferring to extend his contract.

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India looks to kick-off English summer on winning note

The games will mark the onset of a long summer for the Indian team, with sterner tests against England to follow this short series in Malahide, on the outskirts of Dublin.

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Iceland v Croatia - Head-to-Head Preview

Iceland face table toppers Croatia, hoping to win the match by a three-goal margin while also hoping for Argentina to draw against Nigeria.

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Head-to-Head Preview - Australia v Peru

Australia faces Peru, which is already eliminated, in a must-win match and will hope for France to beat Denmark.

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Denmark v France: Head-to-head preview

Denmark faces France in its last group match, needing only a point to go through to the next round.

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Head-to-Head Preview - Nigeria v Argentina

A point will be enough for Nigeria to progress, while Argentina must win to qualify.

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Spain 2-2 Morocco: Match Report

Spain and Morocco played out a thrilling match at the Kaliningrad Stadium. Spain scraped through to the top of the group.

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Kompany in contention for England clash - Martinez

"He is fully fit to join the group and work normally," said manager Roberto Martinez.

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Bielsa: Messi will lead Argentina to their best again

Fomer Argentina manager Marcleo Bielsa believes the Argentina side against Nigeria will be back to its best.

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Murray about Wimbledon: 'My health is priority'

Andy Murray was out injured since Wimbledon 2017 and recently made a return to tennis at Queen's club.

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Uruguay fans delighted with Suarez and co.

Fans say that it has been a long time since they have seen such a wonderful performance from the boys.

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Russian fans brought back down to earth

Fans hope that the Russian boys will learn from their mistakes and fix them.

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James Harden - profile of the 2018 NBA MVP

LeBron James: Their team has more cohesiveness and James Harden is the biggest reason behind that.

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Iran 1-1 Portugal: Match Report

Carlos Queiroz's Iran fought hard to get a draw against Portugal, but just fell short of progressing to the next round.

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2018 World Cup: Matchday in Words - Day 12

Former Argentine national team coach Marcelo Bielsa firmly believes that we will get to see the best of the Argentine team from now onwards.

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Back on top, Nadal aims to end Wimbledon woe

Rafael Nadal extended his incredible record on the red dirt of Roland Garros earlier this month as he crushed Dominic Thiem to win his 11th French Open title.

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Sharapova back at Wimbledon and at crossroads

Maria Sharapova missed 2016 Wimbledon as she sat out a doping ban while injury scuppered her plans to play the qualifying tournament 12 months ago.

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Bondarenko no match for impressive Kvitova

Wimbledon favourite Petra Kvitova made it six wins from six on grass in 2018 with victory over Kateryna Bondarenko in Eastbourne.

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Wimbledon qualifiers: Ankita Raina wins opening round

Ankita Raina began her campaign at the Wimbledon qualifiers with an easy straight sets win over local girl Maia Lumsden in London on Tuesday.

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Frosty Bouchard marches on in Wimbledon qualifying

Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard took the first step towards the main draw on Tuesday, but her mood was not celebratory.

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Karunuday Singh beats top seed Li Zhe in Hong Kong

Karunuday led 7-6(1) when the Chinese retired before the start of the second set.

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Murray in no hurry over Wimbledon decision

“If I feel like I'm in good enough shape, I'll do it," Murray said about his chances of playing the Wimbledon this year.

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Federer, Zverev to start 2019 season at Hopman Cup

The Swiss legend will again partner Belinda Bencic at the mixed-teams event in Perth.

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Envious depth can equip Croatia to emulate 1998 World Cup heroes

Zlatko Dalic has urged Croatia to live up to the legacy of the country's 1998 stars and they appear capable of doing so at this World Cup.

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Messi: Game against France will be a difficult one

Argentina progressed to the round-of-16 after a thrilling 2-1 win over Nigeria on Tuesday.

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John Obi Mikel: I'm proud of these boys

Nigeria was knocked out of the World Cup after narrowly losing its final Group D match to Argentina.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: The match in pictures

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England fans banned after singing anti-Semitic song in Russia

British police tracked the duo down after a video circulated online showing them singing anti-Semitic songs and making Nazi gestures at a bar in the Russian city of Volgograd.

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Iceland 1 Croatia 2: Perisic strikes late on to secure maximum points

Ivan Perisic scored late on to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory for Croatia over Iceland in World Cup Group D.

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Lionel Messi scores 100th goal of World Cup 2018

With the group stages yet to be completed, Russia 2018 has seen its 100th goal thanks to a moment of magic from Argentina star Lionel Messi.

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Australia 0 Peru 2: Guerrero stars as Gareca's men make proud exit

Peru left the World Cup with its heads held high after goals from Andre Carrillo and Paolo Guerrero earned it a 2-0 win over Australia.

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James Harden - profile of the 2018 NBA MVP

LeBron James: Their team has more cohesiveness and James Harden is the biggest reason behind that.

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James Harden wins first career NBA MVP award

The Houston Rockets star pipped LeBron James and Anthony Davis to clinch the award.

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Match in pictures: Iceland vs Croatia

Croatia went into the knockout round as a table toppers and eliminated Iceland with a 2-1 win in Rostov Arena.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: The match in pictures

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In pictures: Australia vs Peru, France vs Denmark

Australia were knocked by already-eliminated Peru in a 2-0 defeat, while France and Denmark settled for a 0-0 draw and qualified for the next round.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: View in 3D

View the live action of the Group D match between Nigeria and Argentina in the ongoing FIFA 2018 World Cup.

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Socceroos left to rue what could have been after Cahill snub

Australia lost 2-0 to Peru as its World Cup ended in Sochi and it left many wondering what might have been if Tim Cahill started.

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In pictures: Australia vs Peru, France vs Denmark

Australia were knocked by already-eliminated Peru in a 2-0 defeat, while France and Denmark settled for a 0-0 draw and qualified for the next round.

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Denmark 0 France 0: World Cup's first stalemate sends both teams through

Denmark and France failed to find the back of the net as the two sides played out a goalless draw at the Luzhniki Stadium on Tuesday.

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Fans hope Messi doesn't do a Maradona

Argentina faces a genuine threat of missing out on a knockout spot for the first time since 2002. Fans would hope Messi would let them prolong their stay in Russia.

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Saudi Arabia extends Pizzi's contract

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has handed Juan Antonio Pizzi a new deal after the end of its World Cup adventure.

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Trott's hundred brings sense of calm

Durham showed early promise before running up against the cussed resistance of a familiar figure seeking to go out on a high

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Paul Horton leads response after Wayne Madsen underpins Derbyshire effort

Wayne Madsen reached a batting milestone for Derbyshire but it was Leicestershire who took the honours on the opening day of the floodlight Division Two match

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Glamorgan strike back through Timm van der Gugten five-for

Timm van der Gugten claimed four wickets in 12 deliveries with the second new ball as Glamorgan came back strongly in the evening on day one against Northamptonshire

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Stand-in captain Chris Nash leads way with first Notts ton

Chris Nash registered his first century for Nottinghamshire to put them in a strong position on the opening day of their Specsavers County Championship match against Worcestershire

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"You can't live on burgers and chips" - A fan view on the floodlit Championship

Floodlit Championship cricket halved the average crowd at Chelmsford as Essex supporters shunned the attraction of a gorgeous summer's evening

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Vince's hundred adds a touch of quality

James Vince tuned up for the Royal London Cup final with a cultured century at Old Trafford but Hampshire's position near the foot of the table was a more immediate problem

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Jonny Tattersall toughs it out as Scarborough lies back and thinks of England

Johnny Tattersall played his second impressive innings in quick succession as Yorkshire spectators wilted in the heat at Scarborough

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Steven Smith reaches Toronto to revive career

One of the marquee players of the Global T20 Canada League, Smith — who is facing a one-year suspension from international cricket for his involvement in the ball-tampering fiasco that erupted in South Africa in March — will be seen in action after three months.

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WI vs SL: Thrilling finish on the cards after dramatic day

Seamers create carnage as 20 wickets fall on the third day in Barbados; Sri Lanka needs 63 more runs to win with five wickets in hand.

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Indian paddlers have become more competitive, says Karlsson

“Most Indian players have upped their game and improved a lot this year, and CWG performance has brought their motivation level up which reflects in their good performance in UTT too,” Karlsson was quoted as saying.

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