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New Zealand win rain-hit T20 to end Bangladesh series 1-1
Bevon Jacobs struck an unbeaten 62 to guide New Zealand to a six-wicket win over Bangladesh in a rain-hit third T20 international on Saturday, with the series ending 1-1.
Inoue outlasts Nakatani in Tokyo Dome superfight
Japan's Naoya Inoue gave another boxing masterclass to beat countryman Junto Nakatani by unanimous decision and stay unbeaten in front of 55,000 fans at a sold-out Tokyo Dome on Saturday.
Coe will be 'tough' on athletes seeking nationality switch
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe has told AFP he will remain "tough" on the issue of athletes switching nationality after his federation blocked a bid by top Jamaicans and Kenyans to move to Turkey.
No.1 Korda charges into share of LPGA Mexico lead
Top-ranked Nelly Korda, coming off her third major title, closed with a birdie to seize a share of the lead after Friday's second round of the LPGA Riviera Maya Open.
Young fires 67 to seize commanding PGA lead at Doral
Fourth-ranked Cameron Young rode a hot start and surged to a five-stroke lead after Friday's second round of the PGA Cadillac Championship.
Joy for Norris in Miami as McLaren end Mercedes run
World champion Lando Norris beamed in the Florida sunshine Friday after steering his upgraded McLaren to pole position for Saturday's sprint race at the Miami Grand Prix.
Leclerc offers hope to Ferrari fans in Miami
Charles Leclerc offered Ferrari fans a message of hope on Friday after the Italian team were outpaced by McLaren's world champion Lando Norris in qualifying for Saturday's sprint race at the Miami Grand Prix.
Norris on sprint pole as McLaren shine again
World champion Lando Norris ended Mercedes' early-season supremacy by steering his upgraded McLaren to pole position on Friday for Saturday's sprint race at the Miami Grand Prix.
Leeds beat Burnley to virtually secure Premier League survival
Leeds all but secured their place in the Premier League next season with a 3-1 win over already-relegated Burnley on Friday.
Top seeds Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final
World number one Jannik Sinner downed Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 on Friday to reach the Madrid Open final, where he will face Alexander Zverev.
Delhi end slump with team-record chase against Rajasthan
An opening partnership of 110 from 57 balls by Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul paved the way for Delhi Capitals to record their highest successful chase in the IPL, beating Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets.
Leclerc on top for Ferrari ahead of Verstappen and Piastri
Charles Leclerc topped the times for Ferrari ahead of Red Bull's revitalised four-time champion Max Verstappen and McLaren's Oscar Piastri in Friday's sole practice session at the Miami Grand Prix.
Godon raises game to take Romandie stage and revenge over leader Pogacar
After being caught on the line the day before, Dorian Godon sprinted to victory on the third stage of the Tour of Romandie on Friday as Tadej Pogacar, who had won the previous two stages, cruised in fourth to preserve his overall lead.
Celtic's O'Neill expects no let-up from Hibs despite fans' feelings
Martin O'Neill understands why some Hibernian fans want their side to lose to Celtic on Sunday but he remains confident the Edinburgh club's players will still be going all out for victory at Easter Road.
Javelin star Kitaguchi teams up with Czech legend Zelezny
Japanese Olympic women's javelin champion Haruka Kitaguchi has started training with Czech javelin legend Jan Zelezny, she said in an Instagram post on Friday.
Sawe sub-2hr marathon captured 'global imagination' says Coe
World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe on Friday hailed Sabastian Sawe's victory in the London Marathon, during which he became the first person to break the mythical two-hour mark in a race, telling AFP it was a feat that captured the imagination of the entire world.
Sinner shines to beat Fils, reach Madrid Open final
World number one Jannik Sinner downed Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 to reach the Madrid Open final on Friday.
Was LIV Golf an expensive failure for Saudis? Not everyone thinks so
Throwing more than $5 billion at a divisive new tour and walking away after five seasons does not look like good business, but LIV Golf wasn't all bad news for Saudi Arabia.
McInnes wants Tynecastle in 'full glory' for Hearts title charge
Hearts manager Derek McInnes has called on the club's support to play their part in ending Celtic and Rangers' 41-year stranglehold on Scottish football.
McFarlane says troubled Chelsea still attractive to potential managers
Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane insists the Blues remain an attractive club for prospective managers despite their latest turbulent campaign.
Man Utd boss Carrick relishes 'special' Liverpool rivalry
Michael Carrick believes Manchester United against Liverpool is always a "standout" fixture even though neither club are challenging for the Premier League title this season.
Spurs must banish 'loser' mentality despite injury woes, says De Zerbi
Roberto De Zerbi said troubled Tottenham cannot afford to cry about their debilitating injury list as they battle to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
Arsenal must manage emotions of title race says Arteta
Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to manage their emotions as a gripping Premier League title race builds to a nerve-shredding climax.
Fixture pile-up no excuse for Man City in title race: Guardiola
Pep Guardiola insists Manchester City cannot use their gruelling schedule as an excuse if they fail to win the Premier League title.
Luis Enrique says 'unique' PSG-Bayern first leg could have gone either way
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said on Friday that he was "not frustrated" by the narrow advantage his side hold over Bayern Munich heading into their trip to Germany for the Champions League semi-final second leg.
Flick happy Raphinha back for Barca with title in sight
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick celebrated the return of winger Raphinha from injury on Friday as the Catalans close in on the Spanish title.
Howe says Saudi backers are fully behind Newcastle
Eddie Howe said Friday he was certain that Newcastle's Saudi backers remain firmly behind the club's efforts to establish itself as one of the best in the world.
Salah 'deserves big send-off', says Liverpool boss Slot
Arne Slot said Mohamed Salah "deserves a big send-off" as he confirmed he expected the departing superstar to return from injury before the end of the season.
Former world skating champion Uno joins pro eSports team
Japan's retired former world champion figure skater Shoma Uno said Friday that he was "ready to take gaming beyond being just a hobby" after joining a professional eSports team.
Japan baseball umpire hit by bat still unconscious two weeks on
A Japanese professional baseball umpire who was struck on the head by a bat during a game two weeks ago is still unconscious, local media said.
Nakatani says won't be intimidated in sold-out Inoue title clash
Japan's Junto Nakatani said he won't be intimidated when he faces fellow unbeaten countryman Naoya "Monster" Inoue on Saturday in front of 55,000 fans at a sold-out Tokyo Dome.
T-Wolves eliminate Nuggets as Knicks demolish Hawks in NBA playoffs
The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets while the New York Knicks put on one of the most dominant displays in NBA playoff history, destroying Atlanta to advance Thursday.