Paul stars as Suns rout Clippers to reach NBA finals

Paul was the architect of the Suns win, the 36-year-old, 11-time NBA All-Star drawing on all of his experience to get Phoenix over the line.

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Man United agrees deal to sign Sancho from Borussia Dortmund - report

Manchester United has agreed a deal in principle to sign England winger Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund for a fee of around GBP 73 million.

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Tottenham names former Wolves boss Nuno as new manager

Nuno Espirito Santo has been named Tottenham's new manager; he joins the club as a replacement for Jose Mourinho.

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WNBA announces All-Stars for game against US National Team

The WNBA revealed its 2021 All-Stars, broken into two sides: the US team that will compete for gold at the Tokyo Olympics later this summer and Team WNBA, made up of players not on the national team.

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Border restrictions force Otago's Dean Foxcroft to miss another domestic season

The South Africa-born allrounder had been locked out of the 2020-21 season as well

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Neymar, Sanchez return for Copa America knockout match between Brazil and Chile

Neymar will return for Brazil and Alexis Sanchez has recovered from a calf muscle injury ahead of the encounter at the Nilton Santos Stadium in Rio de Janeiro.

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Semenya fails to reach Olympic qualifying time for 5,000m

Semenya was taking part in a race at Liege which was held after an Olympic qualifying deadline of June 29 had already expired.

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Connell's opening burst subdues Pakistan Women in series opener

She takes 3 for 21 to fashion WI Women's first T20I victory after seven completed matches

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Justin Langer addressed 'confronting' team review with squad ahead of tour

Aaron Finch praised the coach for tackling the issues 'head on'

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Ben Curran takes down Ben Stokes to inspire Northants win as Sam and Tom watch on from afar

Middle brother's T20 best galvanises strugglers before Graeme White spins Durham out

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Jamie Smith, Gus Atkinson put Surrey top as home comforts can't change Hampshire fortunes

Jamie Overton's miserly spell stifles run chase to keep Hampshire rock bottom of South Group

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James Anderson hopes Hundred encourages 'positivity' for England's Test players

Fast bowler confirms his role will be promotional-only as he saves energies for red-ball

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Birmingham Bears boost top-four hopes as Carlos Brathwaite leads way in Yorkshire mauling

Adam Hose and Ed Pollock seal chase with 69 balls to spare as Blast records tumble

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Shubman Gill injures lower leg and in doubt for first England Test

Team management to take final call based on severity of injury

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Cricket Australia hopeful of full stadiums for 2021-22 season

Only the MCG will not be sold to capacity for the Boxing Day Test, although the current lockdowns are a reminder of the challenging situation

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Kane Williamson reclaims No. 1 spot in Test batting rankings

Ross Taylor, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson and Trent Boult also move up after WTC final performances

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Euro 2020: England will be seen as a dangerous side now - Kane

England's rivals will consider it a "dangerous" side after its win over Germany in the pre-quarterfinals, says captain Harry Kane.

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Euro 2020: It's coming Rome - Southgate wants England's emotions in check for quarterfinals

England manager Gareth Southgate warns his team of over-excitement following its 2-0 win over Germany in the pre-quarterfinals.

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Jonquel Jones scores 23 in return from EuroBasket tournament

Jones, who recently got back from Spain, had to pass multiple COVID-19 tests before playing the Mystics. She got going early, collecting a double double in the first half with 19 points and 11 rebounds.

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Everton set to appoint ex-Liverpool boss Benitez as manager

Everton is expected to unveil former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez as its new boss.

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Meet siblings Troy and Jayla Pina - first swimmers to represent Cape Verde at the Olympics

Siblings Jayla and Troy Pina will represent their mother’s home country at the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games. Together they form the first Cape Verdean swimming team to compete in the Olympics.

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Ravi Dahiya, Deepak Punia nominated for Arjuna award

The Wrestling Federation of India has nominated wrestlers Ravi Dahiya, Deepak Punia, and 19-year-old Anshu Malik for the Arjuna award. 

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1936 Berlin Games: Dhyan Chand’s farewell Olympics

Dhyan Chand was told to fight on the front lines, but his commanding officer ordered him to return to the Olympics team and fight his battles for India on the hockey field, says his son Ashok Kumar.

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Euro 2020: Emotional Andersson refuses to blame defender for Sweden's exit

Sweden manager Janne Andersson refuses to blame defender Marcus Danielson for Sweden's loss to Ukraine in its Euro 2020 pre-quarterfinal clash.

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Ross Taylor: WTC win 'makes up for the heartbreak of 2019'

The New Zealand batter says he has no no plans of retiring, and that he "still want(s) to learn and still get better"

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Euro 2020: Ukraine will have no fear against England, says Shevchenko

Ukraine manager Andriy Shevchenko says his team would not be intimidated by England's 2-0 win over Germany when the two teams meet in the quarterfinals.

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Srihari Nataraj qualifies for Tokyo Olympics after FINA approves QT

India's Srihari Nataraj has officially qualified for Tokyo Olympics after FINA approved his 'A' standard qualification time in the men's 100m backstroke time trial at the Sette Colli Trophy in Rome.

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Euro 2020: Southgate's England clips German wings in Wembley win

On Tuesday evening at Wembley, Gareth Southgate out-thought his counterpart Joachim Loew by nullifying the German side’s biggest threat in attack - Germany's wingbacks.

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Chris Lynn steps down as Brisbane Heat captain

Jimmy Peirson will be favourite to take over after deputising impressively last season

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Simon Harmer bedazzles Somerset as Essex prevail in rain-hit match-up

Pepper, Wheater make light work of run-chase to hand Eagles victory on DLS method

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EURO 2020: Ukraine beats 10-man Sweden 2-1 in extra time, to face England in quarterfinals

The two sides were level at 1-1 after 90 minutes but the tide of the last-16 game changed when Sweden had defender Marcus Danielson sent off nine minutes into extra time.

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EURO 2020: Full quarterfinal fixtures, teams qualified, timings in IST and GMT

EURO 2020: Here is the full schedule of the quarterfinal fixtures of the ongoing Euro 2020 tournament.

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Scott Steel lacks backing as Steelbacks outfox Leicestershire Foxes

Rob Keogh top-scores for Northamptonshire in five-wicket win

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Glamorgan keep qualification hopes alive in one-run thriller against Surrey

van der Gugten holds his nerve after Pope, Jamieson nearly see Surrey over the line

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South Africa bat first; West Indies bench Andre Fletcher and Chris Gayle

Heinrich Klaasen was left out of the XI and Aiden Markram given an opportunity at No.5

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EURO 2020: Sterling praises England collective after knocking Germany out

The Manchester City forward broke the deadlock in the 75th minute before captain Harry Kane made sure of victory 10 minutes later.

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EURO 2020: From Brazil highs to lows in Russia, Germany's 'eternal' Loew bows out

Having scraped through its group with a 2-2 draw against Hungary, Germany bows out with a 2-0 defeat at Wembley on Tuesday, ending Loew's 15-year reign as its coach.

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Western Conference Finals: Paul George helps Clippers stay alive versus Suns

Paul George scores 41 points as Los Angeles Clippers beats Phoenix Suns 116-102 in Game Five of the Western Conference finals.

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Mbappe apologises for shootout miss as France crashes out of Euro 2020

Kylian Mbappe apologises for missing the decisive spot kick in France's 5-4 shootout loss to Switzerland.

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WNBA says 99 percent of players fully vaccinated

Since the WNBA season began on May 14, no players have tested positive for COVID-19.

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Lawyer Ronalds to lead Australian review into allegations of abuse of swimmers

Australian swimming has been under the microscope since double Olympic silver medallist Madeline Groves withdrew from Tokyo Games trials, citing "mysogynistic perverts" in the sport.

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Ben Simmons withdraws from Australia's Olympic squad

Ben Simmons has withdrawn from Australia’s Olympic squad to spend time working on his individual skill development following a disappointing NBA post-season for Philadelphia 76ers.

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Australian Open golf to return in November after COVID hiatus

The tournament will take place at The Australian Golf Club in Sydney from Nov. 25.

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Brazil star Neymar complains about Copa America pitch again

In a post on Instagram, Neymar pondered “Where will the next Brazil match be played?” beneath photos of a dirt pitch and Wembley Stadium's impeccable-looking pitch during the 2012 Olympics.

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Euro 2020: Croatians shattered by seismic loss to Spain

Euro 2020: "When we netted twice in quick succession to draw level my heart was as big as a house and then it broke after we conceded twice," says Croatia midfielder Nikola Vlasic after his side's loss to Spain.

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Mavericks names Jason Kidd as coach, Nico Harrison as GM

Hall of Famer Jason Kidd has been officially appointed as Dallas Mavericks' new head coach.

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Euro 2020: Spain keeper Simon goes from zero to hero in 5-3 win over Croatia

Euro 2020: Unai Simon made a blunder to gift Croatia the opening goal but made amends with a few sharp saves later on as Spain beat Croatia 5-3 to progress to the Euro 2020 quarterfinal stage.

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EURO 2020: Germany trio of Gundogan, Gosens and Rudiger in doubt for last-16 clash with England says Loew

Euro 2020: Ilkay Gundogan, Robin Gosens and Antonio Rudiger are doubtful for Germany's Round of 16 game against England.

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New president Umar Kremlev confident AIBA will return to Olympic role in Paris

The new AIBA president is confident his beleaguered organisation will be welcomed back into the Olympic family after the Tokyo Games.

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Euro 2020: Luis Enrique hails Spain's team spirit after 'crazy' 5-3 win over Croatia

Euro 2020: Luis Enrique lavished praise on his Span squad after it recovered from a nightmare start to beat Croatia in extra time in their Euro 2020 Round of 16 game.

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Euro 2020: Petkovic, Xhaka shower praises on the Swiss history-makers after stunning win over France

Euro 2020: Switzerland manager Vladimir Petkovic and skipper Granit Xhaka hailed the achievement of the first Swiss side to reach the last-eight of a major tournament since it hosted the World Cup in 1954 after fighting back against France to draw 3-3 and win 5-4 on spot kicks.

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Euro 2020: Mbappe will bounce back after penalty miss, says Deschamps

Euro 2020: France coach Didier Deschamps feels Kylian Mbappe will bounce back from the disappointment of missing the decisive penalty in the penalty shootout loss to Switzerland on Tuesday.

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Copa America: Messi scores twice as Argentina routs Bolivia 4-1

Argentina rode on Lionel Messi's brace to cruise to a 4-1 win over Bolivia in their Copa America group a game. Messi made his 148th appearance to become Argentina's most-capped player.

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Copa America: Uruguay beats Paraguay 1-0

Edinson Cavani scored from a penalty to seal an easy 1-0 win for Uruguay against Paraguay, setting up a quarterfinal tie against Colombia.

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Copa America Bolivia vs Argentina LIVE: Papu Gomez converts Messi's lob to give Argentina 1-0 lead

Copa America Bolivia vs Argentina LIVE: Follow Sportstar's live coverage of the Group A Copa America match between Bolivia and Argentina being played at the Arena Pantanal in Cuiaba.

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EURO 2020: Switzerland stuns France to set up Spain quarterfinal

Switzerland defeated France 5-4 in a penalty shootout to advance into the EURO 2020 quarterfinals, after the teams were level 3-3 post extra time.

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Blistering Tom Banton batters Kent with maiden Somerset hundred

Conway and Gregory co-star in crushing ten-wicket victory at Canterbury

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Rain ruins Hampshire's return to home comforts

First home fixture of the Vitality Blast is washed out without a ball being bowled

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Euro 2020: England captain Kane to wear rainbow armband against Germany

Kane will wear a rainbow armband in support of the LGBTQ communities during Tuesday's Euro 2020 last-16 tie against Germany.

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Euro 2020: Spain beats Croatia 5-3 to advance to the quarterfinals

Spain will take on either France or Switzerland in its quarterfinal fixture of EURO 2020 after the 5-3 extra-time victory over Croatia in Copenhagen.

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Ecuador coach says Brazil's Tite deserves World Cup title

Ecuador's coach insisted Tite should remain in the job despite recent internal problems at the Brazilian soccer confederation.

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Mourinho needs to move on, says England defender Shaw

Luke Shaw and Jose Mourinho had a strained relationship during the latter's two-and-a-half-year tenure at Old Trafford, with the 58-year-old Portuguese publicly criticising the left back's performances on several occasions.

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English wins Travelers, beats Hickok in 8-hole playoff

The 29-year-old Texan, who had never won on the PGA Tour, couldn't convert a 39-foot birdie putt on the 17th, but he knocked in a nine-footer for birdie on No. 18 to match English.

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Deepika reclaims world no.1 ranking after hat-trick of gold medals at WC Stage 3

Deepika Kumar, who had achieved the top spot for the first time in 2012, on Sunday claimed gold medals in three recurve events -- women's individual, team and mixed pair.

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NZ bowling coach on Southee's newest variation that bamboozled Rohit Sharma

Jurgensen reveals Southee's unusual inswinger was developed at a camp in Lincoln just before the England tour

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Tim Southee: 'We have that right to play more Test cricket'

New Zealand quick hopes winning the WTC gives his team the opportunity to play longer series more often

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Tokyo Olympics: Manu Bhaker on her preparations, training regime and missing mom's food!

“I am happy that I am getting to represent my country at the Olympics. It is the biggest and most important competition for all players. I am putting in a lot of hard work. I hope to make everyone proud,” says young Manu Bhaker.

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Euro 2020: Past defeats to Germany are irrelevant, says England's Southgate

Euro 2020: England has not defeated Germany in the knockout match of a major tournament since the 1966 World Cup final, but Gareth Southgate insists that the past results will have no impact on Tuesday's Euro 2020 last-16 clash between the two sides.

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Copa America: Peru gets past Venezuela to seal Copa last-eight spot

Peru rode on Andre Carrillo's second-half goal to defeat Venezuela 1-0 and earn tis berth in the Copa America quarterfinals.

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EURO 2020: Belgium's Hazard and De Bruyne to undergo scans for injuries in Portugal game

Euro 2020: Belgium captain Eden Hazard and midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will both undergo scans after being forced off the pitch during the side's 1-0 win over Portugal.

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EURO 2020: Portuguese shed tears for missed Euro chance after Belgium loss, says Santos

Euro 2020: Portugal coach Fernando Santos says his players were reduced to tears after their Euro last-16 loss to Belgium.

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EURO 2020: Belgium coach Martinez hails team’s strong mentality after Portugal win

Euro 2020: Roberto Martinez showered praise on his Belgium side after it put up a resolute all-round display to snatch a 1-0 win over defending champion Portugal and seal its spot in the Euro 2020 quarters.

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Copa America: Ecuador draws with Brazil, qualifies for Copa America last eight

Ecuador held a second string Brazil side to a 1-1 draw to seal its berth in the Copa America quarterfinal.

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EURO 2020: Belgium edges defending champion Portugal to reach quarterfinals

Belgium held on despite losing Kevin De Bruyne to injury in the second half and will face Italy in Munich in the last eight on July 2.

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Mithali Raj bemoans lack of strike rotation after India slip to heavy defeat

India chewed up 181 dot balls while creeping to 201 for 8 in Bristol

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Euro 2020: Luis Enrique urges police to deal with 'severe' threats to Morata

Last week, Morata said people had threatened his family and shouted "I hope your children die" at him before Wednesday's 5-0 win over Slovakia.

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Goldmoney Asian Rapid Chess: Arjun, Gukesh impress; Vidit, Adhiban suffer

Youngsters Arjun Erigaisi and D. Gukesh punched away above their weight to stun Vidit Gujrathi and Women World No. 1 Hou Yifan on the second day

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Avishka Fernando ruled out of England ODIs due to quadriceps tear

He had picked up the injury while fielding in the second T20I, in Cardiff

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Ashwell Prince: Not looking to change anything about Bangladesh batters

New batting coach on a short-term contract says his major role will be to support head coach Domingo

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West Indies choose to bowl in bid for 2-0 lead, both sides unchanged

South Africa opt against change in balance despite lack of sixth bowling option

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Stephen Eskinazi 91* gets Middlesex back to winning ways despite Glamorgan recovery

Dan Douthwaite and James Weighell strike maiden Blast fifties to lift visitors from 76 for 6

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Sussex frustrated as Surrey game called off one ball before DLS result possible

Umpires halted play after 4.5 overs of chase with home side ahead on Duckworth-Lewis-Stern

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Brett D'Oliveira career-best keeps Worcestershire on track for quarter-finals

Leicestershire fight back through Lewis Hill's half-century before suffering sixth defeat

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EURO 2020: Bale quits interview after question about his Wales future

Euro 2020: Wales captain Gareth Bale cut short a post-match interview when asked about his future in international football after his country's crushing 4-0 loss to Denmark.

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Euro 2020: Austria posed bigger threat than potential quarterfinal opponents, says Mancini

The game finished 0-0 after 90 minutes before goals from substitutes Federico Chiesa and Matteo Pessina were enough to send the Italians through, although Sasa Kalajdzic’s late goal led to a nervy ending.

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Al Ahly to face Kaizer Chiefs in African Champions League final

Al Ahly beats Esperance 3-0 to qualify for the final of the African Champions League.

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Japan to ask athletes from India, others for more COVID-19 tests

Japan plans to ask Olympic athletes from India and five other countries hit hard by the highly infectious Delta variant of the coronavirus to have daily virus tests for seven days before leaving for the Games.

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EURO 2020: Austria belief was huge but we paid for our mistakes, coach Foda

EURO 2020: Austria coach rued his side's small mistakes in the defeat to Italy, but added that his team must be proud of its resilient performance at this edition of the European Championship.

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Chris Froome's return to Tour de France could be short-lived after crash

The four-time champion was involved in a massive high-speed crash on Saturday.

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Copa America: Ecuador midfielder Diaz has COVID-19 ahead of Brazil match

Ecuador midfielder Damian Diaz has tested positive for COVID-19 on the eve of his side's Copa America game against Brazil.

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Croatia's Perisic tests COVID-19 positive, to miss next Euro 2020 game

Perisic will have to self-isolate for 10 days, the Croatian team said in a statement. The rest of the squad and coaching staff tested negative.

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Copa America changes Maracana pitch amid criticism

The Arena Pantanal in Cuiaba, which will hold one more group stage match, has also been targeted for irregular patches and sinking areas on the pitch.

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Lizette Salas catches Nelly Korda for share of lead at Women's PGA Championship

Lizette Salas fires a five-under 67 to secure a share of the lead after three rounds of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.

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Bubba Watson, Kramer Hickok share Travelers lead

Bubba Watson and Kramer Hickok each shoot 2-under 68s to share the third-round lead at the Travelers Championship.

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U.S. Olympic trials: Berry turns away from flag during anthem

While the music played, Berry placed her left hand on her hip and fidgeted. She took a quarter turn, so she was facing the stands, not the flag.

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Steve Stricker holds the lead at Bridgestone Senior Players Championship

Steve Stricker leads by four shots going into the final round of the Senior Players Championship; a solid 68 from Jerry Kelly propels him to the second spot.

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Euro 2020: Italy beats Austria 2-1 with extra time goals to reach last eight

Italy will now play either Belgium or Portugal in its quarter-final next Friday in Munich.

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Jordan Thompson continues formidable form as Yorkshire crush Northants

Allrounder cracks 74 from 35 balls in massive total of 224 for 3, before Bess completes rout

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Charlotte Dean's five-for sets Danni Wyatt up for the kill in Vipers' rout

Central Sparks bowled out for 83 en route to eight-wicket loss

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Alex Hales the solo gunslinger as stunning century overwhelms Lancashire

Opener's fifth T20 hundred continues formidable run of form as Notts pull clear at the top

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West Indies bowl first; play all of Gayle, Bravo and Russell in first T20I against South Africa

However, South Africa benched both seam-bowling allrounders Andile Phehlukwayo and Wiaan Mulder

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EURO 2020: Dolberg brace powers Denmark past Wales into quarters

A double for Kasper Dolberg and goals from Joakim Maehle and Martin Braithwaite guided Denmark to a dominant 4-0 win over Wales in the EURO 2020 round of 16 on Saturday.

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Ben Stokes shows all-round return to form to inspire Durham victory

Four wickets and handy cameo with the bat put Birmingham Bears to the sword

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Grace Scrivens seals Storm's fate as Sunrisers ease to victory

Four defeats in a row for 2019 champions in absence of England stars

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Emma Lamb shepherds Thunder to victory with all-round heroics

Half-century and four wickets, plus strong display in the field, puts Diamonds in the rough

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Mithali Raj confused by early end to Bristol Test against England

Twelve overs were still left in the game when umpires called bad light and the players started shaking hands

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Alberto Contador: Roglic, Pogacar favourites for Tour de France title

Two-time winner Alberto Contador predicts an evenly matched Tour de France this year but picks Primoz Roglic and Tadej Pogacar as his favourites for the yellow jersey.

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U.S. Olympic trials: Dalilah Muhammad, Sydney McLaughlin set for 400m hurdle showdown

Dalilah Muhammad clinching her heat in 55.51 to win by more than one and a half seconds. She will compete in Saturday's semifinals against a strong slate of contenders including McLaughlin, who posted the event's fastest time of 54.07.

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EURO 2020: England's Kane dismisses criticism, aims to fire in knockout rounds

Euro 2020: Harry Kane, England's skipper, faced criticism of his form after below-par displays led to him being substituted in both the 1-0 win over Croatia and the 0-0 draw with Scotland.

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Peru, Ecuador and Venezuela in the race for last two spots in Copa America quarterfinals

Peru, Ecuador and Venezuela are in a three-way battle for the last two spots in the Copa America quarterfinals.

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What pressure? Simone Biles soars to lead at U.S. Olympic Trials

Her all-around total of 60.565 included a 15.133 on beam that featured the "double-double" dismount named for her, a maneuver she's kept under wraps since the 2019 world championships.

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P. V. Sindhu: My target in Tokyo is to come back with a gold

Sindhu says being India's flag-bearer during the Games will be a proud moment in her career.

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Steve Stricker opens five-shot lead in Senior Players

Steve Strickers fires a 68 in the second round to stay in the lead at Senior Players Championship.

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Australia says 'unacceptable' treatment of swimmers dates back decades

Australian swimming has been under the microscope since two-time Olympic silver medallist Madeline Groves withdrew from Tokyo Games trials, citing "mysogynistic perverts" in the sport.

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Jason Day fires 62 to move into lead at Travelers

Jason Day cards an eight-under 62 to grab the 36-hole lead at the Travelers Championship.

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Chess World Cup: Adhiban well placed; Harikrishna, Vidit, Harika get first-round byes

The draw for the Chess World Cup beginning next month is out; P. Harikrishna, Vidit Gujrathi, and D. Harika, among Indians, receive a bye in the first round.

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Euro 2020: Mancini urges Italy to put on a show worthy of wonderful Wembley

Euro 2020: Italy goes into the Euro 2020 last-16 clash against Austria having impressed in the group stages by winning all three games without conceding a goal to top Group A and extending its unbeaten run to 30 matches in all competitions.

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England wants Gareth Southgate to stay as coach beyond 2022

Southgate is rated so highly that the Football Association already wants to extend his contract beyond 2022.

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Mo Farah misses Tokyo Olympics qualification, will not defend 10,000m title

Mo Farah will not race for a third successive 10,000 metres gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics after he failed to make the Olympic qualifying time at the British Athletics Championships.

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Australia's T20 shake-up - who has the most to gain?

The captain and chief selector have indicated there is plenty to play for over the next few weeks

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Colin de Grandhomme denied on Hampshire debut as Tom Banton returns to form

Thrilling contest goes down to wire as Lewis Gregory hold his nerve at Taunton

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Ollie Pope finds spark as Surrey extend Middlesex's misery

Century stand between Stevie Eskinazi and Daryl Mitchell but visitors still come up short

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Glenn Phillips smacks 94* again as Gloucestershire sack Hove to top South Group

Visitors recover from 35 for 4 in the Powerplay to run out easy winners

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Arron Lilley cracks 99 not out as Callum Parkinson stymies Yorkshire run-chase

Leicestershire's 207 for 3 too much at Grace Road as run-chase falters

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Matt Critchley benefits from last-ball drop as Nottinghamshire tie again

Derbyshire slide from 68 for 0 chasing small target before Sol Budinger mistake leaves scores level

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Ricardo Vasconcelos, Mohammad Nabi help Northants to second consecutive win

Lancashire unable to defend below-par total amid slide in form

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Daniel Bell-Drummond fifty enough as Essex collapse before the rain

Harmer takes four for Essex but bad weather has final say in local rivalry

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Jake Libby, Brett D'Oliveira put Worcestershire back on track with eight-wicket win

Ben Stokes endures subdued evening as Durham fail in their defence of 178

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Injury scare for Bajrang Punia ahead of Tokyo Olympics

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Competing in Ali Alyev tournament, Bajrang was up against A Kudyev in the semifinal when he sustained the injury.

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Liam Livingstone makes virtue of versatility in pitch for England World Cup role

Low-key but impressive performances in first two T20Is enhance his claims to squad berth

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Reagan Singh signs new contract with Chennaiyin FC, to stay till 2023

The 30-year-old defender signs a new contract with the Mariners that will keep him at the club till 2023.

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Michael Mason, 'emotion and jubilation', and Kane 'not the last man standing' Williamson

"I have never experienced 139 runs taking so long and there was a lot of nervous energy in the change room" - Southee

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Gwen Berry calls on athletes to seek change in their communities

Her raised right fist protest came four days after world 200 metres champion Noah Lyles had raised his left fist that was enclosed in a fingerless glove before the start of the men's 100m final.

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U.S. trials: Coburn dominates steeplechase, Felix advances in 200m

Emma Coburn cruises to victory in the women's 3,000m steeplechase at the U.S. Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon.

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WNBA: Te'a Cooper helps Sparks beat Mystics

Te'a Cooper scores 26 points as Los Angeles Sparks beats Washington Mystics 89-82.

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Rashford to decide on shoulder operation after Euros

Marcus Rashford says he will wait until the end of England's European Championship campaign to decide whether he needs an operation to repair a shoulder problem.

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NBA: Strong defensive effort guides Clippers past Suns in Game Three

Paul George scores 27 points as LA Clippers beats Phoenix Suns 106-92 in Game Three of the Western Conference finals.

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Bolt's prediction: Watch out for Bromell in 100m in Tokyo Olympics

One of Bolt's favorites in the 100-metre at the rescheduled Tokyo Games will be Trayvon Bromell, who won the event last weekend at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials.

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Malone closes in on Tokyo ticket at US Olympic trials

Brody Malone, who claimed his first national title three weeks ago, was back on top again in St. Louis and in pole position to claim the one automatic berth on the men's squad after taking the lead in the all-around competition with a score of 85.250.

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Ugandan team member arriving in Tokyo had Delta coronavirus variant: Report

A coach in the Uganda's delegation tested positive after arriving in Japan on Saturday, while a second member, an athlete, tested positive on Wednesday after arriving in the team's host city of Izumisano.

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Need to breastfeed could block Canadian's path to Olympics

Kim Gaucher said COVID-19 rules prevent her from bringing her daughter, Sophie, who was born in March, to the Tokyo Olympics next month.

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BMW International Open round one suspended

Wade Ormsby, Sam Horsfield, Masahiro Kawamura and Sebastian Garcia Rodriguez were all on 7 under par when the round was suspended.

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Aaron Finch refocuses on T20 World Cup build-up despite tour disruptions

The Australia captain said that performances on the upcoming tours will count for a lot in final selection

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Brazil coach fined for criticising troubled Copa America

Tite criticised the organisation on Wednesday after Brazil's last-minute 2-1 victory against Colombia in Rio de Janeiro.

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Uruguay, Paraguay qualify for Copa America knockout round

Uruguay had its first win in the tournament against Bolivia, which could have jumped ahead on the table, but is out of the tournament due to Paraguay's convincing victory against Chile.

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Australians at the PSL: Usman Khawaja, Tim David and James Faulkner leave a mark

For some it was their first experience of an overseas T20 league

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Multan Sultans complete turnaround title win on back of Sohaib Maqsood, Rilee Rossouw fifties

Peshawar suffer more final heartache as they well well short in tall chase

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Edgbaston pitch invasion mars Derbyshire win and raises post-Covid crowd concerns

Warwickshire CEO condemns 'disgraceful' scenes after student promotion backfires

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Stevie Eskinazi hundred trumped by Dan Lawrence and Essex as Middlesex lose off last ball

Essex come close to messing up chase before Simon Harmer's four seals narrow win

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Glenn Phillips 94* powers Gloucestershire to commanding win over Glamorgan

NZ wicketkeeper-bat required just 41 balls to take game away from visitors

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Tony Palladino sues Derbyshire for discrimination following release from club

Club stalwart did not get contract renewal in 2020 following mental health issues

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Sri Lanka bat first again, Jos Buttler misses out with calf injury

Sam Billings replaces Buttler, David Willey also in; Sri Lanka include Niroshan Dickwella and Binura Fernando

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EURO 2020: Forsberg hails Swedish show of strength in last-gasp Poland win

Euro 2020: Sweden's Emil Forsberg heaps praise on his side after it beat Poland 3-2 to top Group E at the European Championship.

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EURO 2020: Forsberg hails Swedish show of strength in last-gasp Poland win

Euro 2020: Sweden's Emil Forsberg heaps praise on his side after it beat Poland 3-2 to top Group E at the European Championship.

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Lewandowski’s best efforts not enough to keep Poland at Euro 2020

Even though he scored twice, Lewandowski's efforts were not enough to avoid Poland's exit from the competition.

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Copa America: Late Casemiro goal gives Brazil controversial 2-1 win over Colombia

Casemiro's stoppage-time header saw Brazil beat Colombia 2-1 in their Copa America group B clash on Thursday.

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Copa America Brazil vs Colombia LIVE: Neymar's unbeaten Brazil takes on Colombia

Copa America Brazil vs Colombia LIVE: Follow Sportstar's live coverage of the Group B Copa America match between Brazil and Colombia being played at the Estadio Nilton Santos in Rio de Janeiro.

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Jordan Thompson and Harry Brook come of age with 141 stand in 56 balls

Young Yorkshire pair tear into Worcestershire to transform malfunctioning innings

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Virat Kohli - 'Can't be too worried about getting out, have to take more risks'

Captain backs positive approach after batters get caught in two minds on final day

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Northants get on the board through Ricardo Vasconcelos, Adam Rossington fifties

Club record opening stand in T20 sees visitors to comfortable win

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James Hildreth half-century eases Somerset to revenge win at Surrey

Will Smeed offers sound support as visitors bounce back from thumping less than a fortnight ago

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EURO 2020: France tops Group F, Portugal squeezes into last 16 after 2-2 draw

World champion France won the group by one point from Germany in second with Portugal third, level on points with the Germans.

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Euro 2020: Germany salvages late 2-2 draw against Hungary to make last 16 cut

With coach Joachim Loew throwing on substitutes to gain the point needed to progess to the last 16, Goretzka's strike provided Germany with the late life-line.

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Virat Kohli calls for best-of-three finals to decide future World Test Championships

India captain acknowledges NZ were better side but says great Tests come in series

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EURO 2020: Full Round of 16 fixtures, teams qualified

EURO 2020: Here is the full schedule of the Round of 16 fixtures of the ongoing Euro 2020 tournament.

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Cristiano Ronaldo equals Daei record for most international goals in men's football

Cristiano Ronaldo drew level with Iran's Ali Daei (109) in the all-time men's international leading goal-scorer's list.

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Kane Williamson toasts 'special feeling' as New Zealand finally get 'across the line'

"I think we saw a lot of heart, a lot of commitment. What's important to our group is our commitment to our style of cricket"

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Derbyshire drop captain Billy Godleman after dire T20 run

Batter will be given opportunity to "recharge batteries" after scoring 47 runs in eight innings

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FIFA 2022: Qatar committed to improving worker welfare, says World Cup organiser

Qatar has faced great international scrutiny over the treatment of blue collar workers ever since it won the rights in 2010 to host the first World Cup in the Middle East.

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EURO 2020: 'No zero risk' - UK move to increase Wembley fans questioned

The new levels mean the stadium will be at 75% capacity for the final three EURO 2020 games, which conclude with the final itself on July 11.

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Euro 2020: Claesson winner helps Sweden finish top of Group E after defeat of Poland

EURO 2020: In the knockout stage, Group E table-topper Sweden will face one of the third-placed sides in Glasgow on June 29.

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Euro 2020: Spain crushes Slovakia 5-0 to book knockouts spot

Goals from Aymeric Laporte, Pablo Sarabia, Ferran Torres and two own goals from Martin Dubravka and Juraj Kucka sealed Spain's progress to the knockout stages.

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Sublime New Zealand win inaugural World Test Championship

Taylor and Williamson calmly take the side home after India's collapse

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Sri Lanka choose to bat, Chris Woakes, Liam Livingstone back for England

Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bat first in the opening match of the T20I series against England in Cardiff

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Title clash a triumph for improbable PSL 2021

Who between Multan Sultans and Peshawar Zalmi will make the occasion their own?

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Euro 2020: We'll make sure we don't wait another 23 years, says Scotland boss

Scotland was not good enough to progress in its first major tournament in 23 years but will make sure it doesn't wait as long for the next one, says Steve Clarke.

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Euro 2020: Timid Czechs want more attacking options and fans in last 16

Czech Republic coach Jaroslav Silhavy says his team was poor in attack during the 1-0 loss to England.

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Former Lille owner Lopez reaches deal to save Bordeaux

Bordeaux was placed into administration in April after its owners, investment management firm King Street Capital Management, decided it could no longer support the club financially.

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Pistons win lottery, receive No. 1 pick in 2021 NBA draft

The Pistons won the NBA draft lottery on Tuesday night, meaning they’ll have the No. 1 pick on July 29 — and, presumably, the chance to take Oklahoma State guard Cade Cunningham.

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Argentines recall Maradona goal of the century 35 years on

On June 22, 1986, Maradona scored twice against England in a 2-1 win in the quarterfinals of the World Cup, the second of which was a solo goal often classed as the greatest goal ever scored.

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Daren Sammy appointed as member of CWI's Board of Directors

His new role "will be to ensure that all the right questions are being asked while contributing to shaping of new ideas"

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19-year-old Bukayo Saka stands tall for England at Euro 2020

It was Saka's first start in a major international tournament and only his sixth appearance for England. But, remarkably, it was his second man of the match award.

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Top-heavy field for Olympic golf still missing some stars

Dustin Johnson, the No. 2 player in the world, had already said he would not be going because the Tokyo Olympics on July 29 through August 1 are crammed into an already busy golf schedule.

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Tokyo 2020 organisers ban alcoholic beverages at venues

The decision has been taken to prevent the spread of infections, says Tokyo 2020 president Seiko Hashimoto.

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Louis Kimber's maiden Blast fifty helps Leicestershire defeat Derbyshire

Kimber strikes 53 off 28 balls as Foxes recover from 80 for 5

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Zak Crawley's knock in vain as Kent fall to Gloucestershire

England batter shows vital signs before Glenn Phillips seals win in Bristol with 38 balls to spare

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EURO 2020: Early Sterling goal gives England top spot in Group D

A solitary goal from Raheem Sterling was enough as England defeated Czech Republic 1-0 and topped Group D of EURO 2020 in London on Tuesday.

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Euro 2020: Croatia beats Scotland 3-1 to book knockout spot

Goals from Nikola Vlasic, Luka Modric and Ivan Perisic helped the 2018 World Cup runners-up overcome Scotland at Hampden Park on Tuesday.

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Fans ejected from Ageas Bowl over 'abusive behaviour'

Alleged racist abuse of New Zealand players reported to ICC via social media

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Zazai, Wells and Irfan set up Peshawar Zalmi's PSL final date with Multan Sultans

United knocked out in the second eliminator after producing PSL's best-ever league stage performance

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Miserly, masterful Samit Patel leads Nottinghamshire to thumping win over Worcestershire

Alex Hales' 60 not out off 24 balls sees hosts home by 10 wickets at Trent Bridge

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Drama in PSL Eliminator 2 - Peshawar Zalmi field with ten men as umpires deny substitute for Mohammad Irfan

The confusion was because the umpires wanted to ensure Irfan's injury was genuine

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Sri Lanka look to close the gap on England in T20I series

Back-to-back Cardiff matches a stern test of leadership and a gauge of where SL are as a T20 side

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Euro 2020: Germany hosts Hungary as sports, politics mix

It will be the first competitive match between Germany and Hungary since the “Miracle of Bern” in the 1954 World Cup final, when the West German team came from behind to defeat a Hungarian side considered to be the best in the world 3-2.

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Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham to play friendlies in support of mental health

The London clubs have agreed to play three fixtures ahead of the 2021-22 Premier League campaign.

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Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat to be the top seed in Tokyo Olympics

Japanese wrestler Mayu Mukaida is in the second position while Luisa Valverde Melendres has bagged the third position.

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Eugene to host Diamond League final in 2023

The $270 million stadium on the campus of the University of Oregon opened this year and is currently hosting the U.S. Olympic trials.

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Williamson 49, Shami four-for and Southee's strikes set up intriguing final day

New Zealand's last five wickets added 114 compared to India's 61, and proved to be the difference

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Euro 2020: Finland coach Kanerva feels 'empty' but proud to finish third

Finland, which finished third in Group B with three points, must wait until the end of the group stage to see if its adventure in a first ever major tournament will continue.

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Euro 2020: Brave Denmark players deserve last-16 place says Hjulmand

Kasper Hjulmand said that rather than deflating the Denmark side, the unfortunate events surrounding star midfielder Christian Eriksen had brought them closer together and provided added motivation.

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EURO 2020: Mission accomplished, now we want more says Austria's Foda

Euro 2020: Having made it to the European Championship knockout stage for the first time, Austria coach Franco Foda says his team would fancy its chances against the Italy.

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Mark Boucher hopes West Indies success is the spark to reignite South Africa's Test cricket

The coach praised the return to form of Quinton de Kock and leadership of Dean Elgar

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Keshav Maharaj's 'worst ball' gives him a hat-trick moment to savour

The left-armer hopes that his success can help forge a path for South Africa's spinners of the future

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Euro 2020: Russia lacked tournament experience says Cherchesov

The outcome is a major disappointment after Russia reached the last eight in the World Cup on home soil three years ago and Cherchesov said this team had lacked the experience he could call on in 2018.

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EURO 2020: Opportunity knocks for Gilmour replacement, says Scotland's Clarke

Euro 2020: Scotland manager Steve Clarke says Billy Gilmour's absence would offer somebody else the chance to become a national hero against Croatia on Tuesday.

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EURO 2020: North Macedonia coach Angelovski to step down after Euro 2020 exit

EURO 2020: North Macedonia head coach Igor Angelovski will step down from his role following his side's ouster from the European Championship.

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Copa America in Brazil up to 140 virus cases

CONMEBOL said in a statement that of the 15,235 tests, the number of people infected was 0.9 per cent of the total.

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Italian PM Draghi opposes Euro 2020 final in variant-hit England

Euro 2020: Italian prime minister Mario Draghi, whose country's team has had an impressive run at the Euro 2020 so far, is the latest leader to voice doubts about England hosting the tournament's final.

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Argentina, Chile through to Copa America quarter-final

Argentina logged its second win in three group matches played, beating Paraguay 1-0, while Chile drew 1-1 with Uruguay to end the day with five log points.

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Kraigg Brathwaite: West Indies 'didn't show the fight' with brittle batting

The home side failed to reach 200 in four innings against South Africa

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Copa America Argentina vs Paraguay LIVE: Messi and Aguero lead Argentina against Paraguay

Copa America Argentina vs Paraguay LIVE: Follow Sportstar's live coverage of the Group A Copa America match between Argentina and Paraguay being played at the Estadio Nacional Mane Garrincha in Brasilia.

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Karachi Kings knocked out as Zazai's blitz takes Peshawar Zalmi into Eliminator 2

Zazai's 77 gave Zalmi's middle-order enough of a buffer to see off a tricky chase

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Sam Cook four-for, Will Buttleman fifty hand Surrey first loss of the campaign

Weakened hosts stumble to 118 all out in rain-affected game before Essex knock off chase

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EURO 2020: Denmark snatches last-16 place, sends five other teams through

EURO 2020: The Belgians swept to victory in the group, winning all three games, with Denmark taking second place on three points and Finland behind it on goal difference.

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Euro 2020: Belgium beats Finland 2-0 to secure third win

Denmark, second in Group B after its 4-1 win over Russia on Monday, will play Wales in Amsterdam on June 26. Finland must wait to see if it qualifies for the knockout stages.

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Euro 2020: Wijnaldum, Depay help Netherlands complete clean sweep in Group C

The Netherlands had already sealed top spot in Group C after beating Ukraine and Austria, and they will play their last-16 game in Budapest on Sunday.

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Euro 2020: Austria advances to last 16 with win over Ukraine in final group game

The Netherlands, which was confirmed as group winners after beating both Ukraine and Austria, defeated bottom side North Macedonia 3-0 in the other fixture to finish with nine points while Austria has six from two wins.

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Euro 2020, LIVE score updates: Russia vs Denmark: Denmark with early possession in match against Russia

Euro 2021: Follow the score of the EURO 2020 Group B game between Russia and Denmark at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen.

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EURO 2020: Wembley may have 65,000 fans for semifinals, final

The British government had already agreed to increase the current group-stage capacity of about 22,000 to at least 40,000 for one game in the round of 16 game and the final three matches.

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All-round Multan Sultans overpower Islamabad United to secure final berth

Khawaja's 70 in vain as Islamabad United fall short by 30 runs

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Alastair Cook says England's priorities 'don't make sense' in wake of New Zealand Test defeat

Former captain questions why Root was denied best side but first-choice squad picked for Sri Lanka T20Is

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Euro 2020: Russia ready for major test against fired-up Denmark

Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov says his team is preparing for a tough match against a Danish team determined to reach the knockout stages.

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Euro 2020: Swiss coach confident of last-16 spot despite tough travel

Vladimir Petkovic is confident his side has done enough to reach the next round with a 3-1 win over Turkey.

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Sterling: No panic in England camp ahead of final Euro group game

Raheem Sterling says England is not bothered by the "noise" from outside the camp ahead of Tuesday's final Euro 2020 Group D match against Czech Republic.

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Copa America: Chile to fine players who broke COVID-19 bubble

A number of Chilean football players will be fined after inviting a hairdresser into their Copa America bubble.

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Jeev remembers Milkha Singh: 'Dad was my best friend, guide and mentor'

Ace golfer and late Milkha Singh's son Jeev Milkha Singh on Monday paid tribute to the sprint legend, who died of COVID-19 complications last week.

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Liberty beats Sparks in WNBA celebratory matchup

Allen scored a season-high 17 points and had two blocked shots in the final minute of New York's 76-73 victory on Sunday in what was billed as “The ’97 Game” by the WNBA.

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Nelly Korda outlasts Leona Maguire to win Meijer LPGA Classic

Nelly Korda shoots a five-under 67 in the final round to finish the Meijer LPGA Classic at 25 under, two shots ahead of Ireland's Leona Maguire in second place.

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Allyson Felix secures Tokyo berth, will feature in 5th Olympics

Allyson Felix now has the chance to win a 10th Olympic medal and break a tie with Jamaica’s Merlene Ottey as the most decorated female track athlete in the history of the games.

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Hawks beat 76ers in Game 7, to face Bucks in final

Young made a late 3-pointer and scored 21 points to help Atlanta win for the third time in the series in Philadelphia, a 103-96 victory over the top-seeded 76ers on Sunday night in Game 7.

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French GP: Max Verstappen stretches F1 lead with victory

Verstappen's Mexican team mate Sergio Perez, winner in Baku after the Dutch driver suffered a high-speed blowout while leading, finished third after passing Valtteri Bottas in the closing laps.

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Copa America: Venezuela comes back twice to draw 2-2 with Ecuador

Ronald Hernandez scored his first international goal in stoppage time to give Venezuela a dramatic 2-2 draw against Ecuador.

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Euro 2020: Italy's winning 'product' doesn't change, says Mancini

Italy coach Roberto Mancini also expects challenges to get harder for the Azzurri in the knockout stage of Euro 2020.

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Peru beats Colombia 2-1 to keep hopes alive at Copa America

Peru beat Colombia 2-1 on Sunday to keep alive its chances of advancing to the knockout stage of Copa America.

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Barcelona president: Super League project still alive, don't make us apologise for wanting to be masters of our own destiny

Despite opposition from UEFA, fans and rival clubs, Laporta insisted the Super League would mean "financial sustainability for the clubs and makes for a more attractive competition".

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Athletes prize money to be increased by USD 1 million at Worlds: Sebastian Coe

The increased prize money is in addition to an athlete fund that came from donations and provided up to USD 3000 to 193 athletes from 58 countries for food, living and training expenses.

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Jon Rahm wins US Open at Torrey Pines, makes history

Jon Rahm becomes the first Spaniard to win the US Open, birdieing his last two holes to finish one-shot ahead of Louis Oosthuizen.

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Laurel Hubbard to become first transgender Olympian after NZ weightlifting selection

The 43-year-old, who will be the oldest lifter at the Games, had competed in men's weightlifting competitions before transitioning in 2013.

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New Zealand's latest additions continue to look ready-made for Test cricket

Devon Conway's seamless elevation brought the first half-century of the final

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Keaton Jennings' six and out leaves Lancashire and Notts tied at the last

Lancashire conspire to fall short of victory despite opener's 88

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Joe Root back for a Blast as Yorkshire head top of North Group

Stand-in captain top-scores with 49 and takes a wicket in first over as Derbyshire brushed aside

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Kent fly high on Daniel Bell-Drummond, Zak Crawley innings to hand Essex thrashing

Opening stand of 145 sets up home side for their highest Blast total

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As it happened - India vs New Zealand, WTC final, Southampton, 3rd day

All the stats, analysis and colour from the title bout of the inaugural World Test Championship

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Ben Stokes in the thick of it as Durham give Bears sore heads

Returning England allrounder hits 29, to go with 1 for 20 and two catches in the field

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Tokyo Olympics venue medical officers want no spectators

The Tokyo 2020 president is eyeing a cap of 10,000 people per venue, even as government health experts warn against in-person audiences.

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Belgium's Thorgan Hazard ruled out of Finland game

Hazard scored in Belgium's 2-1 win over Denmark on Thursday, its second victory in as many games in the tournament, but the Borussia Dortmund midfielder appeared to pick up a knee injury.

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Tokyo 2020 organisers show off Olympic village a month before Games begin

The apartment complex abutting the shopping plaza was built on reclaimed land and designed to house about 12,000 people in 23 buildings. It includes shops, a park and a school.

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Selection in Olympic team was my late father's dream - Lalremsiami

India's Lalremsiami says her selection in the Tokyo-bound Indian contingent is the biggest achievement of her career.

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Live Report - India vs New Zealand, WTC final, Southampton, 3rd day

All the stats, analysis and colour from the title bout of the inaugural World Test Championship

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EURO 2020: Germany's Loew not surprised by heroics of highly-rated Gosens

The 26-year-old excelled in his ninth game for the country on Saturday, causing problems for the Portugal defence with his blistering pace and power as he set up two goals and scored another in the Group F clash.

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Jordi Alba feels Spain's intensity and determination is on track

After the 1-1 draw with Poland in Seville, Alba is hopeful that Spain will turn the tide against Slovakia on Wednesday.

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NBA: Bucks edges Nets in OT in Game 7, withstands Durant's 48

Milwaukee Bucks qualified for the Eastern Conference finals after beating Brooklyn Nets 115-111 in a thrilling contest.

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Dressel, Ledecky romp to wins at U.S. Olympic swim trials

Ledecky locked up her fourth individual race at the Olympics with a time of 8 minutes, 14.62 seconds, adding to her victories in the 200, 400 and 1,500 free.

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Doping’s puzzling rules: McNeal's case poses another hurdle

McNeal had a place on the starting line at the Olympic trials on Saturday, where she finished first in her qualifying heat, even though she has been found guilty of a doping-rules violation.

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Harry Kane: I feel as good as I have all season

England's Harry Kane insists he has no fitness problems despite a difficult start to the Euro 2020 campaign.

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Luis Enrique not worried about Spain's chances despite Poland draw

Spain coach Luis Enrique is not worried about his side's chances of reaching the knockout stages of Euro 2020.

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LPGA Classic: Nelly Korda shoots 62, takes 3-shot lead in Michigan

Nelly Korda had 11 birdies and one bogey to get to 20-under 196 at Blythefield Country Club. She broke the tournament 54-hole record of 17 under set by Lexi Thompson in her 2015 victory.

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Uganda Olympic team member tests positive for coronavirus

A member of Uganda’s Olympic team has tested positive for the coronavirus and was barred entry into Japan, in the first detected infection among arriving athletes for the Tokyo Games.

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Oosthuizen in three-way tie for US Open lead

Louis Oosthuizen sinks a monster eagle putt at the final hole to vault into a three-way tie for the lead after the third round of the US Open; Mackenzie Hughes and Russell Henley are the others in the lead.

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Euro 2020: Wasteful Spain held by Poland, faces crunch final group game

Spain was again haunted by its inability to finish off chances as it drew 1-1 with Poland after missing a second-half penalty.

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Cheap haul but costly day for Wiaan Mulder as he gets the bar bill

The allrounder explains what "keg ball" is and how he hopes to add runs to his wickets

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Heather Knight hails 'great advert' for Test cricket, would support a fifth day

The England captain was full of praise for her team's efforts despite being defied by India's lower order

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Islamabad United ease to victory after Wasim's four-for completes Multan Sultans' batting collapse

The two teams will meet again in Qualifier 1 on Monday, the winner of which will move to the final

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Gosens puts in dream performance as German intimidates Portugal in EURO 2020 clash

EURO 2020: Robin Gosens played a sensational game on the biggest stage, intimidating the Portuguese defence with his speed and power down the left wing.

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Germany completes incredible comeback to beat Portugal 4-2 in Euro 2020 clash

EURO 2020: Joachim Loew's Germany side flipped the script thanks to two own goals and strikes from Havertz and Gosens.

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Quinton de Kock misses century but drags South Africa to respectable 298

Kyle Mayers and Kemar Roach end with three wickets apiece

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As it happened - India vs New Zealand, WTC final, Southampton, 2nd day

All the stats, analysis and colour from the title bout of the inaugural World Test Championship

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US Open: Bland, Henley share lead, race wide open

Henley hit a two-foot par putt on his final hole to fire a one-under 70 and settle for a share of the 36-hole clubhouse lead on five-under-par 137 with Bland.

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Milkha Singh, a symbol of toil and struggle

Milkha Singh, the name synonymous with running to survive and succeed, has moved to a better world. The best-remembered Indian athlete for generations, Milkha lived a life where he remained eternally grateful to God.

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Euro 2020: Busquets could play against Poland, says Enrique

Busquets tested positive for COVID-19 on June 6 at Spain's training camp and was sent back home to Barcelona.

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Juergen Klinsmann interested in Tottenham Hotspur job

Klinsmann, appearing on the BBC as a pundit during Euro 2020, was asked by another former Spurs player, presenter Gary Lineker, if he would be interested in the job, when he responded in the affirmative.

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Ryan Crouser breaks shot put world record at US Olympic Trials

The 28-year-old exceeded fellow American Randy Barnes' previous record of 23.12m, which had stood for more than 30 years, electrifying the crowd inside Eugene, Oregon's, Hayward Field.

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Euro 2020: Expect more attacking power against Portugal - Loew

The three-time European champions, desperate to make amends for its shock 2018 World Cup first round exit, were largely toothless against the French.

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'Colossal sportsperson': Indians pay tribute to Milkha Singh

Prominent Indian sportspersons paid tribute on Twitter to 'Flying Sikh' Milkha Singh, who died of COVID-19 on Friday.

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Copa America 2021: Rodriguez header secures 1-0 win for Argentina over Uruguay

The result extended Argentina’s unbeaten run to 15 games since it lost in the semifinal of the last Copa America in 2019.

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Bromell hitting stride again after years lost to heel injury

This was shaping up to be a classic what-could-have-been sort of career for sprinter Trayvon Bromell but he feels back on track with that speedy version who was becoming a big name in the sprint game.

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Aaron Finch: IPL return 'hard to justify' for Australia players missing tours

The captain was "a little bit surprised" by the number of withdrawals from West Indies and Bangladesh trips

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Kyle Verreynne learning to go against his instincts in the Test match long game

In just his second Test, Verryenne was grateful to have Dean Elgar alongside him when South Africa were in early trouble

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Smriti Mandhana: More Test experience will help avoid late-session collapses

She praised the performances of India's debutants in Bristol, especially fellow opener Shafali Verma

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Argentina vs Uruguay LIVE Score, Copa America 2021 Updates: Lo Celso starts for Argentina; Cavani, Suarez both in Uruguay XI

ARG vs URU, Copa America Updates: Presenting the live score, commentary and highlights from the match between Argentina and Uruguay at Estádio Nacional de Brasília.

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Samit Patel enters record books as Notts hold off Derbyshire in rain-reduced thrash

Veteran allrounder becomes first Englishman to 250 wickets and 5000 runs in T20

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Sultans smoke Qalandars behind Shahnawaz Dhani's 4 for 5

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Colin Ingram 75 from 48 sets up Glamorgan as Middlesex stay bottom of South Group

Steve Finn takes 4 for 19 but Middlesex stumble in run chase for fourth defeat out of five

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Euro 2020: Punchless England held by Scotland at Wembley

The result leaves England still well poised to progress, level on four points with group leaders Czech Republic, which it host on Tuesday, while Scotland and Croatia have a point each ahead of their meeting in Glasgow on the same day.

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Sophie Ecclestone aiming to 'win the battle' with Shafali Verma as England push for victory

Spinner says "whoever breaks first will lose battle" ahead of final day

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Remembering Milkha Singh, the flying Sikh

Indian sprint legend Milkha Singh, fondly known as the 'Flying Sikh', breathed his last on Friday. He was 91. Here, we take a look at some of the most iconic moments of his decorated career.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Milkha Singh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his tributes to Milkha Singh - the Indian sprint legend, who passed away on Friday after a month long battle with COVID-19.

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Euro 2020: Schick on target as Czechs edge closer to knockouts with Croatia draw

Euro 2021: Patrik Schick scored his third goal of the European Championships, making him the top-scorer of the Euro 2020, as Czech Republic got closer to a berth in the knockout stages after playing out a 1-1 draw with Croatia.

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Ski mountaineering proposed as additional sport for 2026 Winter Games

The proposal to add five ski mountaineering medal events will be voted on at the IOC Session in Tokyo on July 20-21, while the full event programme and athlete quotas will be determined at an Executive Board meeting in June 2022.

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India's XI 'takes the pitch and conditions out of the equation' - India fielding coach R Sridhar

Indications are both teams aren't tweaking plans yet, given they still have five days available to them, but India will take a call on their XI 'if needed' at toss time

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Euro 2020: Maguire to feature against Scotland, says Southgate

Southgate said all 26 members of his squad had trained ahead of the Group D game.

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Young joins Aston Villa on a free transfer from Inter Milan

The 35-year-old former England international has signed a one-year contract with Villa.

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Penalty misses at historically high rate at Euro 2020

Only two out of six penalties awarded during Euro 2020 have been converted into goals.

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Emotional Neymar counts down to Pele's record for Brazil

Pele has scored the highest number of goals for Brazil (77); Neymar is nine goals behind after netting his team's second goal in the Copa America contest against Peru.

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Houlihan can compete at U.S. trials despite ban - USTA

Houlihan denied knowingly ingesting the substance and said she was innocent of any wrongdoing.

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Storm brewing on Ledecky's Tokyo Olympic horizon

Katie Ledecky is used to slaying her competition, winning not by hundredths but by full seconds. Usually lots of 'em.

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Copa America: More COVID-19 cases emerge as four of 10 teams hit

The Bolivian and Chilean football teams announced more positive COVID-19 tests among players or staff, meaning four out of 10 competing teams have been hit only days into the Copa America.

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Euro 2020: Croatia looks to fire up attack, stifle Schick in vital clash

Croatia assistant coach Vedran Ćorluka called on the team to be more dangerous and attack-minded in the Group D game against Czech Republic at Hampden Park on Friday.

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Colombia draws 0-0 with Venezuela in Copa America clash

Venezuela is one of only two nations never to win the Copa America and its already slim chances were damaged before the tournament began when eight players tested positive for COVID-19 and were forced to self-isolate.

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Euro 2020: Netherlands seals top spot in Group C with win over Austria

Memphis Depay and Denzel Dumfries score as the Netherlands beats Austria 2-0 to emerge as the Group C winner and book a berth in the last 16.

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Copa America 2021: Brazil cruises past Peru with 4-0 victory

The result means Brazil is the first team in the tournament to win both its first games, and immediately go to the top of Group B,

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16-year-old Noor Ahmad leads Karachi Kings to nail-biting win

Karachi Kings were given a scare at the death by James Faulkner and Tim David, but held on to keep their qualification hopes alive

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Brazil vs Peru LIVE Score, Copa America 2021 Updates: Neymar starts for Brazil in Group B match against Peru

BRA vs PER, Copa America Updates: Presenting the live score, commentary and highlights from the match between Brazil and Peru at Estádio Nilton Santos

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'I'll remember this day for a long time' - Sophia Dunkley on debut feat

England batter reflects on "crazy day" as hosts hit back after Shafali Verma fireworks

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Northamptonshire lose fourth on the spin as Leus du Plooy sees Derbyshire home

Two-time champions slip to 81 for 7 and lose heavily despite lower-order's recovery

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David Bedingham's fine season continues as Durham turn Lancashire over

Championship's leading run-scorer makes second consecutive Blast fifty in dominant run chase

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Archie Lenham and Will Jacks show promise of youth before Oval washout

Only five overs possible as unbeaten South Group sides have to share points

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Ian Cockbain fifty, Ryan Higgins' last-gasp six ensures narrow DLS win for Gloucestershire

Visitors move ahead of par score off final ball before rain arrives at Radlett

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Euro 2020: De Bruyne leads Belgium to 2-1 comeback win over Denmark

Belgium has a maximum six points from two games, while Denmark is bottom of the group after two losses. Russia and Finland has three points each after two games.

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Usman Khawaja's 105 helps Islamabad United beat Peshawar Zalmi in run fest of epic proportions

The 479 runs scored were the most in a single match in PSL history

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Durham hit by positive Covid-19 test, 'a number' of players and staff forced to self-isolate

Thursday's Blast fixture against Lancashire to go ahead despite withdrawals

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Shakib Al Hasan and Sabbir Rahman incidents overshadow on-field action

Prime Bank, Prime Doleshwar and Abahani Limited well placed as teams head into Super League

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Joe Clarke to face trial for affray following Powys incident

Nottinghamshire batter to attend hearing in July following not guilty plea

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Euro 2020: Taking the knee can cause tension, says France's Varane

The anti-racism gesture was at the centre of controversy before the Euros got underway when England players were booed by some of its own fans in two friendlies.

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Euro 2020: Welsh players raise their game when wearing crest, says Page

The Dragons went way beyond expectations to reach the semifinals in its maiden appearance at the tournament in 2016, and Wednesday's win over Turkey put them on the verge of qualification again for the knockouts. .

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Euro 2020: Turkey coach Gunes says individual mistakes behind dismal start

After losing 3-0 to Italy in their opening Group A game, Turkey fell to their second consecutive defeat after Aaron Ramsey and Connor Roberts scored for Wales at Baku.

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Rory McIlroy says PGA Tour should ban green books

Currently, the Masters is the only event during the season that prohibits the use of green books, which plot out illustrations of each green of a course to show slope and the directions of breaks.

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Newlywed Westwood back at Torrey Pines after 2008 near-miss

Westwood joked that he hoped their on-course relationship would not change following their wedding in Las Vegas last Friday.

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U.S. Open crowds limited despite California reopening

State health officials had previously told the USGA that off-site parking areas for fans had to be within a 15-minute bus ride of the course.

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Euro 2020: McGinn believes Scotland can match England on Friday

The Scots has not beaten England since 1999 - and even that 1-0 victory was part of a two-legged defeat in a Euro 2000 qualification playoff.

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Ishikawa says Osaka has been so strong but everyone has a weak point

Osaka withdrew from the French Open last month before the second round in the wake of controversy caused by her decision to skip some of her mandatory post-match media commitments.

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A return to Torrey and prime time for US Open on West Coast

The return to Torrey Pines for the 121st US Open means another prime-time show along the Eastern seaboard, and that's happening with greater frequency for the US Open.

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Katie Ledecky wins 200m freestyle at Olympic trials

Ledecky was set to return about an hour later as an overwhelming favourite in the 1,500 freestyle, a new event for the women at these pandemic-delayed Olympics.

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Nine-member Sri Lankan team likely for Athletics Nationals in Patiala

The Sri Lankan bunch awaiting clearance includes the women’s 4x100m relay team but not the 4x400m relay team.

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Euro 2020: Maguire declares himself fit for England's game against Scotland

The England defender did not feature in his side's 1-0 win over Croatia in its Group D opener at Wembley on Sunday.

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Euro 2020: Locatelli brace helps Italy beat Switzerland and make knockouts

Italy leads Group A with 6 points after two rounds of matches and are ahead of Wales (4), Switzerland (1) and Turkey (0).

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Rio 2016 medallist Prenot fails to advance at U.S. swim trials

He came in as the No. 4 seed but only managed the 17th-best time of 2 minutes, 13.42 seconds. The top 16 advanced to the evening semifinals.

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Steven Smith's elbow problem clouds T20 World Cup and Ashes build-up

The selectors also decided it was better for Cameron Green to remain at home to prepare for next season

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All Rhodes lead to quarter-finals as Birmingham Bears' perfect start continues

Captain Will's T20 career-best leads thumping victory over winless Leicestershire

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Euro 2020: Who is Manuel Locatelli, Italy's hero against Switzerland

Locatelli scored twice in each half to help Italy become the first team to progess into the round of 16 stage of the competition.

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Shan Masood, bowlers combine to notch up record 110-run win for Multan Sultans

The biggest loss by runs in PSL history also eliminated Quetta Gladiators from the playoffs race

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Jonny Bairstow, on one leg, hits 48-ball hundred as Yorkshire dominate Worcestershire

England batter doubtful for Sri Lanka T20Is after leaving ground in moon boot with coach fearing ligament damage

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Wales beat Turkey, as Glamorgan succumb to Kent in turkey

Billings, Crawley return to action but wish they hadn't, as Milnes exploits dreadful pitch

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Sergio Ramos to leave Real Madrid after 16 years

Real Madrid has confirmed that its captain Sergio Ramos will leave the club during the summer.

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EURO 2020: Ramsey, Roberts goals give Wales 2-0 win over Turkey

Goals from Aaron Ramsey and Connor Roberts gave Gareth Bale-led Wales outfit a 2-0 victory over Turkey in a Euro 2020 Group A encounter on Wednesday.

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Ollie Pope to miss four Surrey Blast fixtures after being required to self-isolate

Batter comes into contact with Covid-19 carrier, but not while on England duty

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Golfer arrested after on-course fracas at qualifying event

Smith, who also plays on the University of Tennessee-Martin golf team, was among those attempting to qualify for the Wichita Open at Sand Creek Station Golf Course in Newton.

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U.S. swimmers King, Murphy heading to Tokyo to defend gold medals

Murphy, winner of three gold at the 2016 Rio Games, touched first in the 100 metres backstroke in 52.33 seconds ahead of Hunter Armstrong.

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Former WNBA, Louisville guard Schimmel arrested in Oregon

The Sheriff’s Office website also listed several misdemeanor charges including domestic abuse, menacing, reckless endangerment and harassment.

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Brazilian clubs vow to create independent league body

Unlike countries such as England, Spain and Germany, where the league is run by a body separate from the national association, professional leagues and national teams in Brazil are controlled by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).

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Zazai, bowlers ensure crushing Peshawar Zalmi win over hapless Karachi Kings

Peshawar's bowlers restricted Karachi Kings to their lowest ever PSL total before Zazai made short work of it

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Alex Davies 83 from 54 makes light work of Derbyshire target

Leus du Plooy's unbeaten 92 in vain in five-wicket defeat at Derby

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Morata to stay on loan at Juventus for another season

Morata, who is currently with the Spain squad at the European Championship, spent last season on loan in Turin, and the clubs have come to an agreement that he can stay for another year.

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Euro 2020: Hummels own goal gifts France 1-0 win over Germany

France got its Euro 2020 campaign off to a winning start as it rode on Mats Hummels' own goal to earn a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Germany.

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Euro 2020: Greenpeace protestor parachutes into stadium before France vs Germany fixture

The protestor glided into the stadium and seemed to lose control after connecting with wires attached to the roof for TV cameras.

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Luke Wright highlights Essex shortcomings as Sussex claim third consecutive win

Skipper slams 75 from 44 to help make short work of small chase

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Jake Lintott takes four as Birmingham romp to crushing win over Northants

Malan, Hain set up 55-run win with pair of emphatic half-centuries

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Tom Abell 68 from 33 helps see off Kent as Somerset claim first win

Zak Crawley hits quickfire 48 but Kent fall away in tall chase

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Alex Hales 96* sets up Nottinghamshire for narrow win over Durham

Durham's chase runs out of steam despite David Bedingham half-century

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Jonny Bairstow trumps Josh Inglis as Leicestershire go down fighting in massive chase

Yorkshire given scare in defence of massive 240 in aggregate record for Blast

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Middlesex young guns hunt down 216 to give sleepy Radlett a Blast

Imposing Hampshire target overhauled with two balls to spare in outground thriller

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Euro 2020: Hungary's late meltdown against Portugal disappointing, says coach

Hungary will have to regroup for its next match against world champion France on Saturday, when the weather is forecast to be a sizzling 36 degrees Celsius, before facing Germany.

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Euro 2020: Santos pleased with bench after Portugal leaves it late against Hungary

Portugal will face tougher tests against Germany (June 19) and France (June 23), but Santos said his team was ready to build on its performance.

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Brazil counts 52 virus cases connected to Copa America

The ministry said Tuesday that the increase, from 41 total cases earlier, includes 19 workers hired for the tournament.

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Ronaldo dazzles in Portugal's 3-0 victory over Hungary

Cristiano Ronaldo struck a brace to become the leading goalscorer in the history of the European Championship as Portugal beat Hungary 3-0 to get its Euro 2020 campaign off to a winning start.

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Wales relishing chance to silence Turkish fans, says Bale

Thousands of Turkish fans are expected to travel to the Azerbaijan capital for the game and are likely to create a partisan atmosphere for what is a must-win game for Senol Gunes's Turkey side at the Olympic Stadium.

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Judge dismisses murder charges against Simone Biles’ brother

Defence lawyers had sought the judge's ruling, which also acquitted Tevin Biles-Thomas of voluntary manslaughter and felonious assault charges.

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Warwickshire close to signing Che Simmons, 17-year-old dubbed 'new Jofra Archer'

Barbadian fast bowler has UK passport and impressed on trial with 2nd XI

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Jake Weatherald, Usman Shinwari help keep Quetta Gladiators' distant playoffs dream alive

Their 18-run win consigned the Lahore Qalandars to their second straight defeat

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Ramsdale replaces injured Henderson in England squad

Aaron Ramsdale has been called by England as replacement for the injured Dean Henderson in its Euro 2020 squad.

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Spain's Luis Enrique rues missed chances but defends game plan

Spain was left frustrated, despite enjoying 85% possession in Seville, the highest figure for a team in a European Championship fixture since 1980 when Opta started recording the data.

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Euro 2020: N Macedonia wants Austria's Arnautović punished for outburst

“I would like to say one thing very clearly: I AM NOT A RACIST!” Arnautović wrote. “I have friends in almost every country and I stand for diversity.”

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Ronaldo removes Coca-Cola bottles at Euro press conference

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo removed two cola bottles kept in front of him at a Euro 2020 press conference, encouraging people to drink water instead.

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Katie Ledecky wins 400m but slower than expected in US Swimming trials

Ledecky earned a trip to her third Olympics with a never-in-doubt victory in the women's 400-metre freestyle at the U.S. swimming trials.

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NBA: Hawks rallies past Sixers, levels series 2-2

Trae Young scores 25 points to fuel Atlanta Hawks to a 103-100 victory against Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

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Sierra Leone-Benin contest postponed again after more COVID-19 chaos

The Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Sierra Leone and Benin descended into farce after it was alleged minutes before kickoff that six of the Leone Stars players had tested positive for COVID-19.

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Shelby Houlihan maintains innocence after four-year doping ban

USA's middle-distance runner Shelby Houlihan said she received a four-year ban for testing positive for an anabolic steroid.

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