Australia captain Steve Smith scored a career-best 192 to help his side set an imposing target of 530 on day two of the third Test against India. Smith added to his overnight 72 to move on to his third consecutive…
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Chelsea too good for West harm
Leaders Chelsea tightened their grip on the Premier League’s top spot with a commanding victory over West Ham.
Malcolm Waller banned from bowling
Zimbabwe all-rounder Malcolm Waller has been suspended from bowling by the International Cricket Council, only seven weeks before the World Cup. The off-spinner, 30, was reported after the second Test against Bangladesh in Khulna last month. The ICC said analysis…
England one-day captain missed selector’s calls
The 28-year-old was appointed as Alastair Cook’s replacement on Saturday, following England’s recent 5-2 series defeat against Sri Lanka. The Middlesex batsman Eoin Morgan said: “I thought I better give him a ring and he said ‘we’d like to offer…
Shane Watson shocked after hit by a bouncer
The all-rounder Shane Watson’s helmet was struck by a ball from fast bowler James Pattinson in the Melbourne Cricket Ground nets. Watson, 33, was assessed by doctors and a Cricket Australia spokesperson said he was “shaken but otherwise okay.”
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali’s condition ‘vastly improved’
The condition of boxing legend Muhammad Ali has “vastly improved” since he was taken to hospital with a mild case of pneumonia, his spokesman has said. Bob Gunnell said Ali’s doctors hoped to discharge him soon.
Suarez scores as Barcelona win 5-0
Luis Suarez scored his first La Liga goal as Barcelona closed the gap on leaders Real Madrid to one point going into Spain’s winter break.
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali in hospital with pneumonia
Former three-time heavyweight champion boxer Muhammad Ali has been taken to hospital with a mild case of pneumonia, his spokesman says.
Real Madrid won by 2
Real Madrid won their fourth trophy of 2014 by defeating Argentina’s South American champions San Lorenzo in the Club World Cup final in Morocco.
Fifa World Cup report: Michael Garcia findings to be released
Fifa executives have unanimously agreed to publish a “legally appropriate version” of a report into allegations of World Cup bidding corruption.
Raheem Sterling: Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers defends forward
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says criticism of Raheem Sterling is misplaced, describing him as “outstanding” after his two goals in the 3-1 League Cup win at Bournemouth.
Kevin Pietersen shines in Australian T20 Big Bash defeat
Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen scored 66 from 46 balls for Melbourne Stars in the first match of the Australian Big Bash Twenty20 season.
Alastair Cook: England one-day captain has to ‘wait and see’
Alastair Cook says he has to “wait and see” if he is to remain as England’s one-day captain, and that he can have “no complaints” if he is stood down.
Jose Mourinho: Chelsea ‘don’t speak’ about quadruple
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has played down the chances of his side winning the quadruple this season.
Champions League draw: Manchester City face Barcelona
Manchester City have been drawn against Barcelona in the Champions League last 16.Chelsea will play Paris St-Germain, and Arsenal are up against Monaco in ties to be played in February and March.Champions Real Madrid will face Schalke, with last season’s…
Alastair Cook: No guarantee for captain at World Cup – Moores
England coach Peter Moores says there is no guarantee of Alastair Cook being captain for next year’s World Cup.
Mario Balotelli: Liverpool striker accepts FA charge
Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli has accepted a Football Association charge for a post he made on social media.
Jose Mourinho: John Terry is happy again at Chelsea
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho believes John Terry is happy and enjoying football again after undergoing an uncertain period at the club.
New Zealand levels series against Pakistan
New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 4 wickets and leveled series yesterday Sharjah. Winning the toss, Pakistan opted to bat first and was bowled out in the 49th over. Pakistan was looking to post a big total but the Kiwi bowlers…
Jose Mourinho: Chelsea will not make any signings in January
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says he has no plans to sign any new players during the January transfer window.
Fifa and Olympic leaders face new financial checks
Swiss politicians have passed a law that aims to strengthen the oversight of some 60 sports bodies based there, including Fifa and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
England stays alive in ODI series
England defeated Sri Lanka by 5 wickets in the fifth ODI to stay alive in the ODI series. The match was split into two days because of heavy rainfall. England started their innings on Thursday instead of the day before…
NFL owners back new discipline and conduct policy for players
National Football League owners have unanimously endorsed a new personal conduct policy for their players.
Sri Lanka v England: Alastair Cook happy with tourists’ progress
England captain Alastair Cook said Thursday’s victory over Sri Lanka was “a really important win” as their World Cup preparations continue.
Pele jokes he is ‘ready to play for Brazil’ after hospital release
Pele has joked that he is ready to play for Brazil after being released from hospital in Sao Paulo. The 74-year-old admitted he had a “scare” after spending several days in intensive care. After successful treatment for a urinary tract…
Real Madrid stretch winning run as Ronaldo and Gareth Bale score
Real Madrid set a new Spanish record of 19 successive wins as they advanced to the Champions League last 16 with a routine 4-0 victory over Ludogorets.
Australia dominating after second day
Resuming the day at 354 for 6 Australia finished day 2 at 517 for 7 on Wednesday. Thanks to a 163 runs partnership between Clarke and Smith. Rain washed most of the days play, only 30 overs of cricket was…
Unpredictable Pakistan win first ODI against Kiwis
Pakistan defeated New Zealand by 3 wickets mainly due to the 110 runs partnership between Haris Sohail and Shahid Afridi in the first ODI at Dubai. Usually weak in chase, it seemed Pakistan will loose this match when they were…
Arsene Wenger: Gary Lineker condemns abuse of Arsenal boss
Gary Lineker has criticised supporters who booed Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.
Sri Lanka makes it 3-1
Sri Lanka defeated England by 6 wickets in the fourth ODI to go up 3-1 in the seven match ODI series. Winning the toss, England batted first and was bowled out for 265 in exact 50 overs. James Taylor top…