Auckland v Canterbury

Auckland v Canterbury

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Phenomenal Kohli, Rabada end 2018 on top

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada and Indian captain Virat Kohli maintained their grasp over the top places in the ICC Test player rankings for 2018.

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Bumrah - The unleashing of a match-winner

Bumrah has a whopping 48 wickets in nine Tests [three each in South Africa, England and Australia] at 21.02 with a strike rate of 47.4 this year. All of Bumrah’s three five-wicket innings hauls so far have fired India to Test victories.

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Mashrafe Mortaza wins parliament seat

He secured over 96% of the votes in his constituency as part of a landslide victory for Awami League

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Smriti Mandhana, Alyssa Healy named ICC ODI, T20I Players of 2018

England left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone, meanwhile, has been named the Emerging Player of the Year

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Sport24.co.za | Kohli, Rabada end 2018 atop ICC rankings

India captain Virat Kohli and South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada have maintained their top positions in the ICC Test Player Rankings as at the end of 2018.

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Sport24.co.za | Proteas slip in ICC Test rankings, end year 4th

Despite defeating Pakistan in the opening Test at Centurion, the Proteas have dropped in the ICC Test rankings.

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Sport24.co.za | Klopp: 'We don't think about the gap, not for a second'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he team is "hungry" as they prepare to face title rivals Manchester City in a crunch clash at the Etihad on Thursday night.

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Sport24.co.za | Mathews almost certain to miss Test series in Australia

Sri Lanka suffered a big blow when Angelo Mathews was injured against New Zealand with him also set to miss the Australia Test series.

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India vs Australia: Pujara and Kohli difference between two sides, says Langer

Australian coach Justin Langer has lamented a lack of world-class batsmen in his side’s line-up and pointed out that Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara have been the difference for the visitor in the ongoing India vs Australia Test series.

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Smriti Mandhana wins ICC ‘Women’s Cricketer’ and ‘ODI Player of the year’ awards

Mandhana became only the second India woman player to bag an ICC award after fast bowler Jhulan Goswami, who was named the ICC Player of the Year in 2007.

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Australia may rest Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for first three ODIs against India

Coach Langer said Australia needs to keep its players fit and fresh ahead of busy 2019, which includes a World Cup and an Ashes tour and hinted that Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood may be rested in the ODI series against India ahead of the two Tests against Sri Lanka.

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Sport24.co.za | Mathews almost certain to miss Test series in Australia

Sri Lanka suffered a big blow when Angelo Mathews was injured against New Zealand with him also set to miss the Australia Test series.

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Sport24.co.za | Proteas women's duo make ICC ODI Team of the Year

The International Cricket Council has announced the women’s ODI and T20I teams of the year.

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Sport24.co.za | Pliskova fights back to win Brisbane opener

Karolina Pliskova says she refused to panic despite falling behind a set and a break to Yulia Putintseva in the opening round of the Brisbane International.

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Sport24.co.za | Plain sailing for Dimitrov and Raonic in Brisbane

Former champions Milos Raonic and Grigor Dimitrov have stormed into the second round of the season-opening Brisbane International.

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Sport24.co.za | 2019 Woods to showcase himself in different way

A resurgent Tiger Woods has a considerable amount to be excited about ahead of 2019 with his focus centering around growing the game of golf.

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Former Australia batsman Bill Watson dies aged 87

He featured in four Tests for Australia in addition to playing 41 first-class games

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Richard Pybus set to become West Indies' head coach

The former Pakistan and Bangladesh coach has been serving as CWI's high performance director since February 2018

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Sport24.co.za | Proteas women's duo make ICC ODI Team of the Year

The International Cricket Council has announced the women’s ODI and T20I teams of the year.

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Sport24.co.za | Mosimane: We have to win at home

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has given his assessment of his side's CAF Champions League opponents after being drawn in Group A.

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New dad Rohit Sharma to miss Sydney Test

The batsman left Australia on Sunday to attend to his wife and newborn daughter in Mumbai

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Rashid Khan to play in New Year's Eve fixture despite father's death

The Afghanistan legspinner had announced his father's death on Sunday evening through a Twitter post where he said he had lost 'the most important person in my life'

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Aaron Finch likely to stay at top for Sydney Test

Coach Justin Langer said that Aaron Finch would be better for the experience of learning how to juggle three formats as he goes through a testing series as opener

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'Have seen happier dressing rooms than Pakistan's currently' - Flower

The batting coach spoke about Pakistan batsmen's shot selection, the pressure their captain is under and how the players need to adapt

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Hurricanes bowlers help them extend unbeaten run

The Hurricanes easily accounted for the Scorchers, after a destructive first innings opening spell followed by a controlled hand from D'Arcy Short and Alex Doolan

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Sport24.co.za | Australia a 'soap opera' and 'I feel like a director'

Australia cricket coach Justin Langer has admitted he feels like a "director of a soap opera" as speculation grew around the future of banned Steve Smith and David Warner.

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Sport24.co.za | Staggering Test stats from 2018

Many will argue with an ever mounting heap of evidence that Test cricket is dying a quick death and T20 is the future.

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Sport24.co.za | GALLERY: 2018 sporting year in review

In no particular order, a review of the notable sporting moments during 2018.

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Sport24.co.za | Federer relishing 'once in a lifetime' Serena clash

Roger Federer and Serena Williams will face off across the net for the first time when United States go up against defending champions Switzerland.

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Sport24.co.za | Underhill injury a concern for England

England were left facing an anxious wait to discover the full extent of an ankle injury suffered by Sam Underhill.

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Sport24.co.za | Serena pulls US level at Hopman Cup

Serena Williams overcame a sluggish start to power past Maria Sakkari in straight-sets at the Hopman Cup in her first competitive match since melting down in the US Open final.

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Sport24.co.za | New dad Sharma to rejoin India squad after Sydney Test

Middle-order batsman Rohit Sharma will miss the crucial fourth Test in Sydney after flying home to spend time with his wife and new baby daughter.

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Sport24.co.za | Solskjaer tells 2-goal Pogba to cut out showboating

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has asked Paul Pogba to cut showboating from his game to recreate the "efficient" display that saw the Frenchman score twice for the second straight game.

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Sport24.co.za | Pogba stars as United win again

Paul Pogba scored twice for the second time in five days as Manchester United's revival since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over continued with a win over Bournemouth.

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Sport24.co.za | City stop the rot against Saints

Manchester City showed they are willing to accept the challenge of Liverpool in the race for the Premier League title with a win away to Southampton.

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Sport24.co.za | Bouchard gives herself pass mark after comeback win

Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard launched her comeback year in winning form as she cruised through her first round match in the WTA Auckland Classic.

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Sport24.co.za | Celtic blindsided by sudden Steve Komphela departure

Bloemfontein Celtic's media officer, Sello Nduna, has admitted that Steve Komphela's move to Golden Arrows on Friday caught the club by surprise.

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Sport24.co.za | Mayweather takes on kickboxer in Japan rumble

Floyd Mayweather fights undefeated Japanese kickboxing prodigy Tenshin Nasukawa, a New Year's Eve multi-million-dollar rumble outside Tokyo to be held under boxing rules.

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Sport24.co.za | Arsenal's season at crossroads as Fulham await

Riding high until two weeks ago, Arsenal's season has taken a sudden downturn that has thrown the focus firmly onto the club's plans for the January transfer window.

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Sport24.co.za | 5 things learned from the Premier League weekend

Liverpool took another significant step towards a first top-flight title in 29 years by thrashing Arsenal 5-1 to open up a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League.

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Sport24.co.za | Injuries a worry for Sarri and Chelsea

Maurizio Sarri said Chelsea's lengthening injury list is causing concern ahead of his side's crowded January schedule.

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Sport24.co.za | Kohli: All batsmen should be scared of lethal Bumrah

Indian skipper Virat Kohli hailed "outstanding" pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and declared batsmen around the world should be scared of the young hotshot fast bowler.

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Sport24.co.za | Kante's goal secures Palace coup for Chelsea

N'Golo Kante showed signs he is growing into his more advanced midfield role with a composed finish that gave Chelsea victory over Crystal Palace.

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Sport24.co.za | Disgraced Bancroft out for 0 on return from ban

A nervous Cameron Bancroft's return from his nine-month ban for ball-tampering did not go to plan when he was out to the third ball he faced in the Big Bash League.

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Hobart Hurricanes Women 80/10 * v Brisbane Heat Women 138/8

Hobart Hurricanes Women 80/10 * v Brisbane Heat Women 138/8

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Adelaide Strikers Women 139/8 * v Sydney Sixers Women 147/4

Adelaide Strikers Women 139/8 * v Sydney Sixers Women 147/4

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Central Districts 136/9 v Wellington 140/2 *

Central Districts 136/9 v Wellington 140/2 *

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Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Thunder

Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Thunder

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LeBron James declares himself 'the greatest player of all time' because of championship with Cavaliers

James says his 2016 NBA title with the Cavs made him the best ever

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NBA scores, highlights: T-Wolves' Karl-Anthony Towns records historic stat line, Lakers secure first win without LeBron James

There is no shortage of NBA action on Sunday

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College football bowl games 2018: Six Pack of picks, predictions for Rose Bowl, Sugar Bowl and more

Trust The Process for the final time in 2018 ... and first time in 2019

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NFL Wild Card odds, lines, schedule: Cowboys, Ravens, Texans all open as short home favorites

The line for Eagles-Bears was not posted alongside the others due to the uncertain health of Nick Foles

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NFL Playoff Picture Week 17 standings, updates, bracket: Colts grab final playoff spot, Chiefs get homefield

Everything you need to know about the NFL playoff hunt with the Week 17 results rolling in

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Colts vs. Titans final score, takeaways: Andrew Luck, Indy's defense dominate Tennessee, will face Texans in playoffs

Andrew Luck ran his record to 11-0 against the Titans

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2019 NFL Draft order: Cardinals lock up No. 1 pick, Lions fall out of top five with win

Find out where your team will pick in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft

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NFL Playoff Schedule 2019: Dates, times and TV for every round of the AFC and NFC postseason

Here are the dates and times for every NFL playoff game from the Wild-Card round to the Super Bowl

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Rex Ryan reportedly interested in Dolphins job if Adam Gase fired

The former Jets and Bills coach is willing to coach for the Dolphins

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Manny Diaz returns to Miami Hurricanes as coach just weeks after taking Temple job

Just 17 days after being named Temple coach, Diaz will return to Miami with a promotion to the same role

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Virginia Tech vs. Cincinnati odds, line: 2018 Military Bowl picks, top predictions from proven model on 45-25 run

SportsLine's advanced computer has simulated the 2018 Military Bowl 10,000 times.

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2019 NFL Draft: Pittsburgh Steelers team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Steelers fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Oakland Raiders team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Raiders fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: New York Jets team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Jets fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Miami Dolphins team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Dolphins fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Jacksonville Jaguars team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Jaguars fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Denver Broncos team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Broncos fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Cincinnati Bengals team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Bengals fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Buffalo Bills team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Bills fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Cleveland Browns team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Browns fans to turn their attention to the draft

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College Basketball Podcast: If UCLA fires Steve Alford, who should replace him at the Pac-12 school?

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander also discuss UK's win at Louisville -- and Seton Hall's ref-induced win over St. John's

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2019 NFL Draft: Washington Redskins team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Redskins fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Tampa Bay Buccaneers team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Buccaneers fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: San Francisco 49ers team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for 49ers fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: New York Giants team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Giants fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Green Bay Packers team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Packers fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Detroit Lions team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Lions fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Carolina Panthers team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Panthers fans to turn their attention to the draft

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2019 NFL Draft: Atlanta Falcons team needs, draft picks, prospects to watch

With their 2018 season over, it's time for Falcons fans to turn their attention to the draft

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New dad Rohit Sharma to miss Sydney Test

The BCCI has announced there will be no replacement for the fourth and final Test in Sydney.

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Harmanpreet Kaur named captain of ICC Women's T20 Team of the Year

India's Smriti Mandhana and Poonam Yadav found a place in both the ODI and the T20 teams of the year.

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Rashid Khan bereaved, will play Monday's BBL match

Rashid Khan's father passed away in his hometown late on Sunday evening but the player will play Monday's match against Sydney in his father's honour.

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India vs Australia: 'India is the real deal now', says Allan Border

With the Boxing Day Test win, India gained an unassailable 2-1 lead as it in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

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Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Aman’s maiden century puts Bihar in command against Mizoram

Bihar captain Ashutosh Aman fired a fine century to steer his side to 389/7 against Mizoram on day one of their Ranji Trophy 2018-19 clash on Sunday.

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Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Timeless Jaffer puts Vidarbha on top against former team

Vidarbha ended day one at 389 for four thanks to a classy 178 from Wasim Jaffer and his 199-run partnership with teenager Atharva Taide.

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Ranji Trophy: Kaul bowls Punjab to strong position

Batsmen contribute in no small measure to Kerala’s dire straits.

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There's something Australian about Kohli's Team India

At the MCG, Australia did not surrender, rather beaten by the very brand of cricket which was once its most striking feature.

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Ranji Trophy: Pacers put Andhra on top

Andhra walked away with honours at the end of first day's play after reducing Hyderabad to 226 for 7.

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Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Dinda heroics restrict Delhi to 240

Delhi was bowled out for 240 as Ashoke Dinda ran amok with four wickets to give Bengal the upper hand in their Ranji Trophy 2018-19 clash at the Eden Gardens on Sunday.

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India vs Australia: Some MCG moments are forever

Kirmani goes down memory lane on India’s two previous Test wins at the venue.

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Ranji Trophy: Siddharth, Nischal put Karnataka in command

The two batsmen guided the host side to a comfortable 273 for four on the first day of their Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh.

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WC in mind, Bumrah may be sparingly used for upcoming ODIs and IPL

Jasprit Bumrah's workload might be closely monitored for the upcoming ODI series against Australia and New Zealand as well as the IPL.

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Cricket up in the air, Down Under

The series balances at 1-1 but what lingers are the lousy words caught on the stump microphones, the television cameras that beam unflattering visuals of Kohli’s volcanic anger and even that needless focus on Ishant Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja getting embroiled in an argument.

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Bancroft out third ball on return from ban

Despite his quick exit, he was applauded by the crowd at Launceston in Tasmania as he trudged off.

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India vs Australia: We will go to Sydney to level the series, says Paine

On Australia’s repeated batting failures in the India vs Australia Test series, Tim Paine said, “It’s inexperience. It’s pressure. Its India’s bowling attack being probably as good as probably most of these guys have ever faced.”

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Sport24.co.za | New dad Sharma to rejoin India squad after Sydney Test

Middle-order batsman Rohit Sharma will miss the crucial fourth Test in Sydney after flying home to spend time with his wife and new baby daughter.

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Sport24.co.za | Staggering Test stats from 2018

Many will argue with an ever mounting heap of evidence that Test cricket is dying a quick death and T20 is the future.

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Sport24.co.za | Australia a 'soap opera' and 'I feel like a director'

Australia cricket coach Justin Langer has admitted he feels like a "director of a soap opera" as speculation grew around the future of banned Steve Smith and David Warner.

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Sport24.co.za | Kohli: All batsmen should be scared of lethal Bumrah

Indian skipper Virat Kohli hailed "outstanding" pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and declared batsmen around the world should be scared of the young hotshot fast bowler.

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Sport24.co.za | Disgraced Bancroft out for 0 on return from ban

A nervous Cameron Bancroft's return from his nine-month ban for ball-tampering did not go to plan when he was out to the third ball he faced in the Big Bash League.

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Sport24.co.za | Aussie captain disappointed with pitches in India series

Australia captain Tim Paine says he was frustrated by some of the pitches that have been provided for the test cricket series against India.

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Sport24.co.za | Aussie captain disappointed with pitches in India series

Australia captain Tim Paine says he was frustrated by some of the pitches that have been provided for the test cricket series against India.

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Sport24.co.za | Defiant Guardiola insists on business as usual

Pep Guardiola says he will never change his football principles even if Manchester City's poor run of form continues into the new year.

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India vs Australia: Former Aussie leg-spinner Kerry O’Keeffe responds to on-air comments

On day one of the Test, O'Keeffe had underplayed Mayank Agarwal's Ranji triple-century, saying it must have come against a "Canteen Staff" attack and later in the match, he had even struggled to pronounce some of the India players' names.

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Tendulkar lauds Indian team, Bumrah on Twitter after MCG Test win

Other former cricketers too post tweets congratulating India’s 137-run win that gives it a 2-1 series lead.

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India vs Australia: Labuschange added to Australia squad for Sydney Test

Leg-spinning all-rounder Marnus Labuschagne was on Sunday added to Australia's squad for the fourth and final game of the India vs Australia Test series, beginning Thursday.

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UFC 232 complete results, highlights: Jon Jones stops Alexander Gustafsson to reclaim title

'Bones' is back in business after finishing of Gustafsson in California on Saturday night

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Chandimal pleased with SL's 2018 despite 'big areas for improvement'

Despite losing four of their last five Tests, Sri Lanka won away series against Bangladesh and West Indies, as well as a home series against South Africa

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Tim Paine's Australia in dire need of Steven Smith and David Warner's return

After the Melbourne defeat, the Australia captain bluntly admitted that the team has been unable to fill the hole left by the duo

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'Don't want to be facing Bumrah' - Kohli

India's captain singled out the quick for special praise after they secured a 2-1 series lead over Australia and retained the Border-Gavaskar Trophy

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Australia call up Marnus Labuschagne as Mitchell Marsh slumps

The allrounder is averaging 28 with the bat and 59 with the ball this season but could feature in Sydney as Australia attempt to level the series

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'Matt Henry's catch was the key moment' - Kane Williamson

The substitute plucked a low catch on day four to dismiss Kusal Mendis, breaking a mighty 318-ball stand for the third wicket

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Injured Angelo Mathews almost certain to miss Australia tour

The allrounder has been ruled out of the limited-overs leg of the New Zealand tour and faces up to four weeks on the sidelines, according to the physio

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Bumrah finishes with nine as India retain Border-Gavaskar trophy

After rain delayed the final day in Melbourne, India needed just 27 balls to wrap up victory

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Wagner, Boult bowl New Zealand to record win

New Zealand required only 14 deliveries on the final day to clinch a series win that took them to No. 3 in the Test rankings

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Manish Pandey handed Karnataka captaincy across formats

Mumbai received a boost with the return of pacers Shardul Thakur and Tushar Deshpande for their crucial clash against Vidarbha, and Puducherry's home match against Manipur was shifted to Anantpur

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Sport24.co.za | Desperate Australia add SA-born leg-spinner to squad

Leg-spinning all-rounder Marnus Labuschagne has been added to Australia's squad for the fourth and final Test against India in Sydney.

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Sport24.co.za | India mop up Australia tail, take 2-1 Test series lead

A clinical and "obsessed" India mopped up Australia's tail to win the third Test in Melbourne and take an unassailable 2-1 lead in their series.

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Sport24.co.za | NZ crush Sri Lanka for record series win

New Zealand completed their demolition of Sri Lanka on Day 5 of the second Test in Christchurch, needing only 14 balls to take the last three wickets for a colossal victory.

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Sport24.co.za | Williamson reflects on Black Caps record win

New Zealand celebrate a historic victory when they needed just 14 balls on day five to demolish Sri Lanka by a colossal 423 runs in the second Test in Christchurch.

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Sport24.co.za | Paine admits Smith, Warner needed after more batting woes

Captain Tim Paine admits Australia badly need the banned Steve Smith and David Warner back in the side after more woeful batting in the third Test against India.

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Sport24.co.za | Rabada, Markram lead the way for Proteas on 2018 Test stage

Kagiso Rabada and Aiden Markram were the top performers in their respective discipline in the Proteas Test side this year.

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Sport24.co.za | Pakistan skipper opens up on batting woes

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed feels "it is everyone's responsibility", including the coaching staff, to try and fix the batting department.

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Sport24.co.za | Elgar: SA the toughest place in the world to bat

Proteas opener Dean Elgar believes that South Africa is the toughest place in the world to bat in Test cricket.

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India vs Australia: I always focus on consistency, says Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah wasn’t even born when India last won a Test match in Melbourne, way back in 1981. But the Indian pacer is happy to have played his bit in the side’s convincing victory against Australia on Sunday.

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India vs Australia: India goes 2-1 up to retain Border-Gavaskar Trophy

India defeated Australia by 137 runs in the third game of the India vs Australia Test series in Melbourne on Sunday and took giant strides towards winning its first ever series on Australian soil in seven decades by retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

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India vs Australia: We are not going to stop here, says Kohli after historic win in Melbourne

As India took an unassailable 2-1 lead in the ongoing India vs Australia Test series, captain, Virat Kohli, made it clear that this victory has given the team more confidence ahead of the next Test in Sydney.

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ICC gives BCCI one year to get tax exemptions

The ICC has said the 2021 and 2023 events may be moved to another country, if the Indian cricket board failed to acquire tax exemptions within the set deadline.

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Srinivasan challenges ICC

N. Srinivasan, the BCCI chief who was the ICC chairman from June 2014 to November 2015, lashed out at the current BCCI dispensation for squandering India’s interest in terms of revenue sharing from the ICC.

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Ranji Trophy: Needed to gradually hand over the captaincy to Manish, says Vinay Kumar

Manish Pandey takes over the reins from Vinay Kumar, who has led the state team across formats with distinction for eight years.

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Ranji Trophy: Puducherry takes on Manipur, Bihar challenge for Mizoram

Playing in Anantpur, the Rohit Damodaren-led side will be hoping to regroup and aim for an outright win.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2QakKmK

Dravid: Fantastic to see Pujara comeback after getting dropped for Edgbaston Test

Rahul Dravid, former India captain and coach of the India-A and U-19 teams, spoke about the ongoing India vs Australia series, his coaching experience and a lot more.

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Ranji Trophy: In-form Kerala ready for Punjab test

Kerala will have to fight the cold weather as it takes on Punjab at the PCA Stadium.

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Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Struggling Mumbai up against Vidarbha

Vidarbha, the defending champion, is sitting pretty in third position in the combined table of top two groups with 21 points from six games.

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Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Milestone match for Wasim Jaffer

As Mumbai and Vidarbha square off against each other from Sunday, Jaffer - a couple of months shy of turning 41 - will add another milestone in his glorious list: he will equal Madhya Pradesh stalwart Devendra Bundela’s 145 Ranji Trophy appearances, the most by any cricketer.

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UFC 232: Daniel Cormier quickly throws shade at Jon Jones following light heavyweight title win

Cormier once again proved that the rivalry between these two may never see an end

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UFC 232 results, highlights: BJ Penn's career slide continues with first-round submission loss

Penn suffered the first submission loss of his career to Ryan Hall on Saturday night

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UFC 232 results, highlights: Amanda Nunes finishes Cris Cyborg in under a minute to win second title

Nunes is the first women's double champion in UFC history after crushing Cyborg

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Warriors' Klay Thompson breaks out of shooting slump, tells right hand 'I missed you!'

Thompson finished with 32 points in the Warriors' win over the Trail Blazers

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NBA scores, highlights: Celtics make 19-point comeback vs. Grizzlies; Warriors take down Trail Blazers

The NBA had a nine-game slate on tap for Saturday

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College Football Playoff National Championship: Alabama vs. Clemson IV set for 2019 title game

It will be the third time the Crimson Tide and Tigers square off for the national title

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UFC 232 results: Amanda Nunes dismantling Cris Cyborg drew amazing reactions from Twitter

The stunning outcome had everyone expressing excitement on Twitter on Saturday

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Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly insists latest big-game disappointment in Cotton Bowl not comparable to past

Despite the latest in a long line of bad big-game finishes, Kelly feels better about his program

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Alabama vs. Oklahoma score, Orange Bowl 2018: No. 1 Tide work No. 4 Sooners in College Football Playoff semifinal

Alabama's early 28-0 lead was too much to overcome for a talented Oklahoma team

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UFC 232 results, highlights: Michael Chiesa submits Carlos Condit in welterweight debut

Chiesa made it look easy with a nasty Kimura on Condit's shoulder on Saturday night

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College Football Playoff 2018: Georgia players let out their frustrations after Notre Dame's blowout loss

The Bulldogs weren't playing Saturday night, but they were tweeting

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Clemson star freshman QB Trevor Lawrence proves worth the risk in standout College Football Playoff effort

Dabo Swinney went with his gut replacing an established star with a true freshman, and it totally paid off

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UFC 232 results, highlights: Alexander Volkanovski stops Chad Mendes in all-out battle

Volkanovski proved a lot of doubters wrong with his stoppage of the former title challenger

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The Knicks were down by 37 at halftime to the Jazz, and many of their fans actually loved it

Dreams of a No. 1 draft pick were dancing in their heads

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Orange Bowl 2018: Nick Saban destroys a headset during first half domination of Oklahoma

The headset did nothing wrong

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UFC 232 results, highlights: Uriah Hall delivers thunderous knockout in comeback win over Bevon Lewis

Hall may have saved his UFC career with a third round win on Saturday night in California

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LOOK: Alabama cheerleader sporting knee brace lauded by Twitter for her Orange Bowl grind

It just means more for this Crimson Tide cheerleader

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John Wall injury update: Wizards star to undergo season-ending surgery on troublesome heel, out 6-8 months

The Wizards, already going nowhere in 2018-19, won't have their star until next season

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UCLA vs. Liberty score: Bruins' meltdown continues with blowout loss at home

The Bruins have now lost four straight and looked lifeless against Liberty on Saturday night

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Manchester United vs. Bournemouth: Premier League prediction, pick, TV channel, live stream, watch online

The Red Devils look to make it three wins from three under their new coach

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Manchester City vs. Southampton: Premier League prediction, pick, TV channel, live stream, watch online

The pressure is on City to get a win or else they may fall out of the title race

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Liverpool vs. Arsenal score, takeaways: Firmino scores hat trick, Reds rock Gunners to go nine points clear

The Reds continued their domination in stunning fashion

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Clemson vs. Notre Dame score, Cotton Bowl 2018: No. 2 Tigers rout No. 3 Irish in College Football Playoff semifinal

It was close early, but Clemson was clearly head-and-shoulders above a previously undefeated Notre Dame

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Alabama vs. Oklahoma, Orange Bowl 2018: Live stream, watch online, TV channel for College Football Playoff

It'll be a battle in Miami between No. 1 Alabama and No. 4 Oklahoma in the CFP semifinal

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Sport24.co.za | Desperate Australia add SA-born leg-spinner to squad

Leg-spinning all-rounder Marnus Labuschagne has been added to Australia's squad for the fourth and final Test against India in Sydney.

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Sport24.co.za | Paine admits Smith, Warner needed after more batting woes

Captain Tim Paine admits Australia badly need the banned Steve Smith and David Warner back in the side after more woeful batting in the third Test against India.

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Sport24.co.za | Solskjaer keen to convince De Gea, Martial to stay

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may only be in charge of Manchester United for the remainder of this season, but he wants to see a star pair sign long-term contracts at Old Trafford.

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Sport24.co.za | India mop up Australia tail, take 2-1 Test series lead

A clinical and "obsessed" India mopped up Australia's tail to win the third Test in Melbourne and take an unassailable 2-1 lead in their series.

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Sport24.co.za | Delighted Klopp tells players to stay focused

Jurgen Klopp refused to get carried away with the growing expectation that Liverpool can lift the league title for the first time in 29 years saying his players must stay focused.

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Sport24.co.za | WRAP: English Premiership

A comprehensive wrap of all the collated matches, scores and match reports from the New Year period's English Premiership matches.

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Sport24.co.za | Williamson reflects on Black Caps record win

New Zealand celebrate a historic victory when they needed just 14 balls on day five to demolish Sri Lanka by a colossal 423 runs in the second Test in Christchurch.

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Sport24.co.za | Nightmare draw for Williams, Azarenka in Auckland

Venus Williams and Victoria Azarenka have been drawn to face each other in a blockbuster first-round clash at the ASB Classic in Auckland.

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Sport24.co.za | Murray, Nadal look for Brisbane bounce-back

Andy Murray aims to kick-start his stalled career in Brisbane this week after an injury-plagued 2018, with Spanish great Rafael Nadal also playing.

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Sport24.co.za | Tasmanian entry claims Sydney-Hobart overall glory

Alive won the gruelling Sydney to Hobart handicap honours after a protest against line honours victor Wild Oats XI was dismissed.

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Sport24.co.za | Kyrgios to cut back on 2019 schedule

Australian Nick Kyrgios says he will cut back on his schedule in 2019, blaming long stints away from home for mental health issues that led him to see psychologists.

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Sport24.co.za | 'I'd be lying if Federer record not on my mind' - Djokovic

Novak Djokovic admitted he'd be "lying" if overhauling Roger Federer's mark of 20 Grand Slam titles was not on his mind.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GOdwp2

Sport24.co.za | NZ crush Sri Lanka for record series win

New Zealand completed their demolition of Sri Lanka on Day 5 of the second Test in Christchurch, needing only 14 balls to take the last three wickets for a colossal victory.

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Sport24.co.za | Napoli fans don masks to support racism victim Koulibaly

Thousands of Napoli fans showed their support for Kalidou Koulibaly who was subjected to racist chanting at Inter Milan in midweek by wearing masks.

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Sport24.co.za | Ronaldo brace seals new record for Juventus

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Juventus closed out 2018 on a high with a 2-1 win over Sampdoria to set a new points record in Serie A before the winter break on Saturday.

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Sport24.co.za | Firmino takes Liverpool 9 points clear with Arsenal thrashing

Liverpool roared back from a rare Anfield deficit to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League as Roberto Firmino's hat-trick inspired a thrashing of Arsenal.

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Sport24.co.za | Rabada, Markram lead the way for Proteas on 2018 Test stage

Kagiso Rabada and Aiden Markram were the top performers in their respective discipline in the Proteas Test side this year.

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Sport24.co.za | World Rugby boss honoured with knighthood

World Rugby chairperson Bill Beaumont has been honoured with a knighthood for his contribution to the game.

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Sport24.co.za | Spurs title chances hit by Wolves defeat

Tottenham's Premier League title hopes took a major hit on Saturday when Wolves beat them 3-1 at Wembley to end their winning run.

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Sport24.co.za | Djokovic downs Anderson in Abu Dhabi final

Novak Djokovic has beaten Kevin Anderson after coming back from a set down in the final of the Mubadala World Tennis Championship.

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Perth Scorchers Women 127/7 v Sydney Thunder Women 124/5 *

Perth Scorchers Women 127/7 v Sydney Thunder Women 124/5 *

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Hobart Hurricanes Women 133/5 * v Brisbane Heat Women 129/10

Hobart Hurricanes Women 133/5 * v Brisbane Heat Women 129/10

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Nagaland v Arunachal Pradesh 87/5 *

Nagaland v Arunachal Pradesh 87/5 *

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Bengal v Delhi 105/5 *

Bengal v Delhi 105/5 *

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Assam 128/10 * v Jammu & Kashmir

Assam 128/10 * v Jammu & Kashmir

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Mizoram v Bihar 106/5 *

Mizoram v Bihar 106/5 *

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Andhra v Hyderabad (India) 97/2 *

Andhra v Hyderabad (India) 97/2 *

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Jharkhand v Tripura 100/2 *

Jharkhand v Tripura 100/2 *

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Sikkim 115/5 * v Meghalaya

Sikkim 115/5 * v Meghalaya

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Madhya Pradesh 86/2 * v Himachal Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh 86/2 * v Himachal Pradesh

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Karnataka 65/2 * v Chhattisgarh

Karnataka 65/2 * v Chhattisgarh

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Maharashtra 95/3 * v Gujarat

Maharashtra 95/3 * v Gujarat

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Railways v Baroda 98/4 *

Railways v Baroda 98/4 *

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Vidarbha 171/1 * v Mumbai

Vidarbha 171/1 * v Mumbai

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Punjab v Kerala 88/7 *

Punjab v Kerala 88/7 *

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Goa 104/3 * v Rajasthan

Goa 104/3 * v Rajasthan

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Haryana 87/7 * v Uttar Pradesh

Haryana 87/7 * v Uttar Pradesh

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Services v Odisha 62/5 *

Services v Odisha 62/5 *

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Puducherry v Manipur 99/5 *

Puducherry v Manipur 99/5 *

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Hobart Hurricanes v Perth Scorchers

Hobart Hurricanes v Perth Scorchers

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Ranji Trophy: Pandey-led Karnataka takes on struggling Chattisgarh

Manish Pandey replaces Vinay Kumar as captain when Karnataka takes on Chattisgarh in its Ranji Trophy fixture.

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Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad aims for outright win

Both Hyderabad, with 16 points from seven games, and Andhra, with eight points from six, would have gained confidence from the first innings leads in their respective previous encounters.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2ETRz6l

UFC 232 start time -- Jones vs. Gustafsson: Live stream, watch online, TV channel, PPV price

Here's everything you need to know to catch the UFC 232 event on Saturday in Los Angeles

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2018 Peach Bowl odds, line: Florida vs. Michigan picks, predictions from dialed-in expert who's 5-0 on Wolverines games

Mike Tierney has his finger on the pulse of Michigan football

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NBA DFS: Bradley Beal and top picks for Dec. 29 FanDuel, DraftKings daily fantasy basketball lineups

SportsLine's Mike McClure, a DFS pro with almost $2M in winnings, gives optimal lineup advice

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News24.com | Ruth Strauss dies in Australia at age 46

Ruth Strauss, the wife of former England cricket captain Andrew Strauss, has died following a battle with lung cancer.

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Sport24.co.za | Newlands: Can Proteas do without Keshav?

While unlikely, there is recent statistical evidence to point to the possibility of SA leaving out spinner Keshav Maharaj for the New Year Test, writes Rob Houwing.

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Andrew Strauss's wife dies aged 46 after cancer battle

Tragedy for former England captain as Ruth passes away from rare form of lung cancer

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Sport24.co.za | Guardiola's intensity has a downside: Hojbjerg

Pep Guardiola's obsessive attention to detail could be the reason Manchester City have suffered a slump in form, claims Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

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Sport24.co.za | Newlands: Can Proteas do without Keshav?

While unlikely, there is recent statistical evidence to point to the possibility of SA leaving out spinner Keshav Maharaj for the New Year Test, writes Rob Houwing.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2EW9vNO

Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Delhi challenge for Bengal

With 16 points, Bengal is placed eighth in the combined tally of Group A and B. Top five from the table will advance to the knockouts.

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Sport24.co.za | Solskjaer has restored positivity to United, says Shaw

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has restored Manchester United's attacking elan in the short space of time he has been caretaker manager said defender Luke Shaw.

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Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad aims for outright win

Both Hyderabad, with 16 points from seven games, and Andhra, with eight points from six, would have gained confidence from the first innings leads in their respective previous encounters.

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Sport24.co.za | Klopp surprised by Oxlade-Chamberlain's speedy recovery

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed he expects midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to return from long-term injury towards the end of February.

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Debutant Ben Manenti and all-round Tom Curran star for Sydney Sixers

A difficult pitch made for a low-scoring match and the Sydney Sixers spinners combined for a matchwinning contribution

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Graeme Hick wants Australian batsmen to bat with intent

The batting coach expects from his batsmen to show more intent and learn the art of pacing the innings from Virat Kohli.

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Load monitoring crucial to forging present Indian pace attack, says Bharat Arun

India’s bowling coach Bharat Arun feels Jasprit Bumrah's unconventional action makes him a potent bowler.

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Otago v Northern Districts

Otago v Northern Districts

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Never seen anybody quite like Bumrah, says McGrath

The former Australian speedster also heaped praise on Pat Cummins, who has starred with both and ball in the Boxing Day Test.

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India furious over Kerry O'Keeffe's 'Railways Canteen Staff XI' jibe

On day four, the commentator produced another moment that riled Indian fans, joking about the pronunciation of the players' names

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India vs Australia: Bumrah, Jadeja bring India on the cusp of famous win

Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja picked up five wickets between them as Australia finished the fourth day's play at the MCG at 258 for eight, needing 141 more for an improbable victory.

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Sport24.co.za | Bittersweet day for Sri Lanka's prolific Mendis

Sri Lanka's young batting maestro Kusal Mendis cemented a stellar year by passing 1 000 runs in 2018 but the occasion was tempered by his untimely dismissal.

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Sport24.co.za | Bittersweet day for Sri Lanka's prolific Mendis

Sri Lanka's young batting maestro Kusal Mendis cemented a stellar year by passing 1 000 runs in 2018 but the occasion was tempered by his untimely dismissal.

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Sport24.co.za | Brits surprise Greeks at Hopman Cup

A shock singles win for the unheralded Cameron Norrie over Stefanos Tsitsipas inspired Britain to victory in the opening tie of the mixed teams Hopman Cup.

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'I am going to try and get 1000 every year' - Mendis

Jeevan Mendis was a "really happy" man after becoming the youngest batsman since 2005 to score 1000 Test runs in a calendar year

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Neil Wagner provides the 'extra punch we need' - Shane Jurgensen

New Zealand's bowling coach was pleased with the efforts of the left-arm quick, who took three important wickets on day four at Hagley Oval

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Sport24.co.za | Cummins keeps Australia alive in Melbourne

Australia were teetering on the brink of defeat in the third Test on Saturday despite a battling unbeaten half century from tailender Pat Cummins.

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Sport24.co.za | Cummins keeps Australia alive in Melbourne

Australia were teetering on the brink of defeat in the third Test on Saturday despite a battling unbeaten half century from tailender Pat Cummins.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2Srf9uf

'Don't criticise individual preferences' - MS Dhoni on players skipping the Ranji Trophy

The India wicketkeeper is among a number of players who have drawn criticism for not playing domestic cricket this season

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Mathews sent for scans after hamstring trouble

He didn't return to bat after tea on the fourth day with Sri Lanka facing a fight to save the Test and the series

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Wagner burst leaves Sri Lanka on the brink

He dismissed half-centurions Mendis and Chandimal in a hostile spell to crack open the game after a third-wicket century stand

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Gritty Cummins makes India wait for victory

An unbeaten 61 from Australia's No. 8 left India two wickets from going 2-1 up in the series

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Sir Alastair Cook: England's record run-scorer to become first knight since Botham

The former England captain and his country's leading Test run-scorer is to receive a knighthood in the New Year's honours list.

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'They should triple my salary' - Dean Elgar

Dean Elgar says opening the batting in South Africa is the toughest job in Test cricket but that is also what makes it the most satisfying

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Azhar took a 'clean' catch, on-field decision should have stayed - Sarfraz

The Pakistan captain drew parallel with the catch that dismissed Virat Kohli in Perth, even as the coach Mickey Arthur got one demerit point for 'showing dissent'

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Sarfraz laments "mental challenges" of pressure in second innings

Pakistan's captain said the responsibility to turn things around rested with everyone, including the coaching staff, for a problem that's been recurring for the past two years

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Sport24.co.za | Faf gives SuperSport Park thumbs up

Proteas captain, Faf du Plessis, has given SuperSport Park the "thumbs up" following the hosting of its maiden Boxing Day Test match.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2GN0mIZ

Sport24.co.za | Former England captains Cook, Beaumont knighted

Former England cricket and rugby captains Alastair Cook and Bill Beaumont headlined sporting personalities in the New Year's Honours List with both men receiving knighthoods.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2ESyCA5

Sport24.co.za | New Zealand eye victory as Wagner rocks Sri Lanka

New Zealand were eyeing an historic victory as injury and a barrage of Neil Wagner bouncers left Sri Lanka in tatters at the close of day four of the second Test.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2CEMdcY

Sport24.co.za | Bancroft's ban for ball-tampering expires

Cameron Bancroft's ban for ball-tampering has expired and he was immediately rushed into the Perth Scorchers squad for their Big Bash League.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2EVHpC6

Sport24.co.za | New Zealand spirits up as Mendis falls, Mathews injured

Neil Wagner captured the wicket of in-form Sri Lanka batsman Kusal Mendis to revive New Zealand's spirits as they fought to wrap up the series-deciding second Test.

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Sport24.co.za | PCB deny Arthur's anger toward senior players

The Pakistan Cricket Board has denied reports that coach Mickey Arthur had heated exchanges with some of his senior players in the first Test.

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Sport24.co.za | Proteas: Ottis's 'four quickies' hint

There is a fair chance SA will field BOTH of Messrs Philander and Olivier for the New Year Test against Pakistan, writes Rob Houwing.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2Vg1msj

Sport24.co.za | Faf, Ahmed combine for WORST ever skipper's record!

Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis and his Pakistan counterpart Sarfraz Ahmed have combined to make the 'worst' possible cricketing history at SuperSport Park in Centurion.

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Sport24.co.za | Proteas v Pakistan, 1st Test: 5 talking points

Sport24's Lloyd Burnard highlights five talking points to have emerged after the first Test between the Proteas and Pakistan at Centurion.

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Sport24.co.za | Arthur receives official warning from ICC

Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur has received an official warning and one demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the first Test.

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Sport24.co.za | CSA to refund Centurion tickets

Cricket South Africa has announced the refund policy for those patrons who bought tickets for Days 4 and 5 of the first Test at SuperSport Park.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2AgOCbR

'Ever heard of a temporary captain', Pant gives it back to Paine

Rishabh Pant was giving it back to Tim Paine a day after the Australian joked about recruiting the Indian wicketkeeper to Hobart Hurricanes, with an offer to babysit while Paine takes his wife out for movies.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2Sm3A7r

World Cup 2019: Resting bowlers for the IPL? M. S. Dhoni thinks it may not be a good idea

M. S. Dhoni, who took India to the title win in 2011, believes bowlers could be fresh for the World Cup even if they participate in the IPL.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2BJMauI

SA v PAK 2018-19: Controversy over umpiring as home team closes in on win

South Africa’s Dean Elgar was given not-out after he appeared to have been caught by a diving Azhar Ali at first slip; the third umpire overruled the soft signal given by the on-field umpires.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2ESQyuh

Fantasy Football Week 17 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em: It's gametime for Sony Michel

Sony Michel will look to close out the season strong in Week 17, making him Jamey Eisenberg's Start of the Week.

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College football bowl games today: Predictions, picks, odds, lines, schedule for Dec. 29

The first day filled with major bowl games is loaded with five big matchups to keep you watching Saturday

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2018 Alamo Bowl: Iowa State coach Matt Campbell earns unsportsmanlike penalty over targeting call

Two targeting ejections caused the Iowa State coach to blow his top

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WATCH: Iowa State WR Hakeem Butler gets up for an incredible one-handed catch in the Alamo Bowl

This is referred to as 'catch radius'

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Michigan vs. Florida odds, line: 2018 Peach Bowl picks, predictions from proven computer model on 45-25 roll

SportsLine's advanced computer has simulated Michigan vs. Florida 10,000 times. See who they picked for the Peach Bowl here.

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Kentucky vs. Louisville odds, line: College basketball picks, predictions from model on 21-6 roll

SportsLine's advanced computer model simulated Saturday's Louisville vs. Kentucky game 10,000 times

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Liverpool vs. Arsenal: Premier League prediction, pick, TV channel, live stream, watch online

Three points for the Reds will keep the distance between them and City

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Premier League first-half awards: All love for Hazard, Pochettino and Alisson at the halfway mark

Nineteen games remain for each team, but who earned the first-half superlatives?

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West Virginia vs. Syracuse, Camping World Bowl score: Orange secure first 10-win season since 2001

Coach Dino Babers has done an excellent job restoring glory to the Syracuse program

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2018 Cotton Bowl: It's time for Brian Kelly to cash in Notre Dame's slow and steady upswing

Kelly's tenure with the Irish has been up and down, and now's the time to prove his doubters wrong

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Chelsea agrees on Christian Pulisic transfer from Borussia Dortmund in summer, report says

The American star could be on his way to the Premier League

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MLB hot stove: Angels reportedly agree to one-year deal with catcher Jonathan Lucroy

Lucroy is coming off a horrendous season, but could serve as the Angels' starting catcher

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NFL Week 17 Vegas expert picks and predictions: Saints, Bills cover

R.J. White went deep in the Las Vegas SuperContest two of the past three years

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PGA Tour DFS, Sentry Tournament of Champions 2019: Best DraftKings, FanDuel daily fantasy golf picks

SportsLine's Mike McClure, a DFS pro with more than $1 million in winnings, gives optimal lineup advice

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UFC 232 fight card, odds: Cris Cyborg, Jon Jones favored in respective championship bouts

Oddsmakers see Jones taking his 205-pound title back in his return to the Octagon

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UFC 232 salaries, fight purses: Three championship contenders set to make $500,000

Amanda Nunes is the lone headlining competitor set to make under that amount

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UFC 232 fight card, rumors, tickets, date, location, start time, Jon Jones return, poster

All the info you need for the upcoming UFC 232 event in Los Angeles

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Washington State vs. Iowa State odds, line: 2018 Alamo Bowl picks, predictions by dialed-in expert who's 4-0

Stephen Oh has his finger on the pulse of Iowa State football.

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UFC 232 predictions -- Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson: Fight card, odds, expert picks, location

A pair of highly anticipated title fights go down in Los Angeles on Saturday night

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2018 College Bowl Odds: Confidence football picks, predictions, rankings, lines from unbiased computer model

SportsLine simulated every bowl game 10,000 times

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College Football Playoff predictions: Expert picks for the 2018 Orange Bowl, Cotton Bowl games

The College Football Playoff semifinals go down Saturday night outside of Dallas and Miami

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When is the 2019 Winter Classic? What to know about Blackhawks vs. Bruins at Notre Dame Stadium

The two Original Six teams will clash in the 11th installment of the classic

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Dallas Stars CEO rips into two of his most valuable players in expletive-filled tirade for 'not getting it done'

Stars CEO Jim Lites wants people to acknowledge how bad the two have been this season

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2018 Orange Bowl, Alabama vs. Oklahoma: Prediction, pick, odds, spread, line for College Football Playoff

Expert picks against the spread for the College Football Playoff semifinal between Alabama and Oklahoma

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Kings rookie Marvin Bagley III won't participate in basketball activities for at least two more weeks

Sacramento's rookie originally suffered a left knee injury on Dec. 14 against Golden State

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As the Manny Machado free agency market plays out, the Yankees reportedly shift their focus to bullpen arms

General manager Brian Cashman still has big plans this offseason

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Sport24.co.za | Faf gives SuperSport Park thumbs up

Proteas captain, Faf du Plessis, has given SuperSport Park the "thumbs up" following the hosting of its maiden Boxing Day Test match.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GN0mIZ

Sport24.co.za | Bancroft's ban for ball-tampering expires

Cameron Bancroft's ban for ball-tampering has expired and he was immediately rushed into the Perth Scorchers squad for their Big Bash League.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EVHpC6

Sport24.co.za | Australian Open develops new extreme heat policy

A new extreme heat policy that dictates when it is safe to play will be introduced at next month's Australian Open to better deal with frequent oven-like conditions on court.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2ES6IFn

Sport24.co.za | Proteas v Pakistan, 1st Test: 5 talking points

Sport24's Lloyd Burnard highlights five talking points to have emerged after the first Test between the Proteas and Pakistan at Centurion.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EVXeJb

Sport24.co.za | Former England captains Cook, Beaumont knighted

Former England cricket and rugby captains Alastair Cook and Bill Beaumont headlined sporting personalities in the New Year's Honours List with both men receiving knighthoods.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2ESyCA5

Sport24.co.za | UEFA says anti-racism protocol not followed in Koulibaly case

European football governing body UEFA says the correct anti-racism protocol had not been followed during the Italian league game between Inter Milan and Napoli midweek.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2RoASpw

Sport24.co.za | New Zealand eye victory as Wagner rocks Sri Lanka

New Zealand were eyeing an historic victory as injury and a barrage of Neil Wagner bouncers left Sri Lanka in tatters at the close of day four of the second Test.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2CEMdcY

Sport24.co.za | PCB deny Arthur's anger toward senior players

The Pakistan Cricket Board has denied reports that coach Mickey Arthur had heated exchanges with some of his senior players in the first Test.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2rYaMew

Sport24.co.za | West Ham sign teen on long-term deal

West Ham were celebrating on Friday after rising teenage star Declan Rice signed a new long-term contract with the Premier League club.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GIslK0

Sport24.co.za | New Zealand spirits up as Mendis falls, Mathews injured

Neil Wagner captured the wicket of in-form Sri Lanka batsman Kusal Mendis to revive New Zealand's spirits as they fought to wrap up the series-deciding second Test.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2ERxj5a

Sport24.co.za | Proteas: Ottis's 'four quickies' hint

There is a fair chance SA will field BOTH of Messrs Philander and Olivier for the New Year Test against Pakistan, writes Rob Houwing.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Vg1msj

Sport24.co.za | Pirates to face African champs in CAF draw

CAF Champions League trophy-holders Esperance will face Horoya of Guinea, Orlando Pirates and FC Platinum in the 2018/19 group phase.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2RltScS

Sport24.co.za | Nadal 'satisfied' despite post-surgery comeback defeat

Rafael Nadal lost to Kevin Anderson at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi but said he was "satisfied" with his first match back.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2CCVVfA

Sport24.co.za | Arsenal 'won't raise the white flag' insists Klopp

Unai Emery may have suggested Liverpool can repeat the achievement of the 'Invincibles' but Jurgen Klopp has told his side to expect a tough contest.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Tk7Q7T

Sport24.co.za | Faf, Ahmed combine for WORST ever skipper's record!

Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis and his Pakistan counterpart Sarfraz Ahmed have combined to make the 'worst' possible cricketing history at SuperSport Park in Centurion.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AjGVSg

Sport24.co.za | Salah now in Emery's top 5 after PSG snub

Arsenal manager Unai Emery believes Mohamed Salah is now among the world's top five, despite failing to sign him when he was in charge of PSG.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2QWKsAi

Sport24.co.za | Sarri wants Hazard saga resolved

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says the time has come for star Eden Hazard to make up his mind as to whether he will sign a new contract.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2SoaGIP

Sport24.co.za | Protest mars Wild Oats XI record Sydney-Hobart race win

Supermaxi Wild Oats XI won a record ninth line honours in the Sydney to Hobart ocean race, but a protest against its victory.

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Sport24.co.za | Arthur receives official warning from ICC

Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur has received an official warning and one demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the first Test.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2QZJAv6

Sport24.co.za | Anderson defeats Nadal in Abu Dubai semi

Kevin Anderson has defeated world No 2 Rafael Nadal in their Mubadala World Tennis Championship semi-final match in Abu Dhabi.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2QTVQgs

Perth Scorchers Women 180/4 * v Sydney Thunder Women 179/5

Perth Scorchers Women 180/4 * v Sydney Thunder Women 179/5

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Melbourne Renegades Women 131/9 * v Melbourne Stars Women 130/10

Melbourne Renegades Women 131/9 * v Melbourne Stars Women 130/10

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Melbourne Renegades v Sydney Sixers

Melbourne Renegades v Sydney Sixers

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From Cape Town to Launceston: Cameron Bancroft's comeback

As the batsman prepares to return to professional cricket, a look back on his last nine months

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2GIkRq5

Sport24.co.za | Amla guides Proteas to victory at Centurion

The Proteas have secured a hard-fought victory over Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test at Centurion.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2TaqoqM

Sport24.co.za | Amla guides Proteas to victory at Centurion

The Proteas have secured a hard-fought victory over Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test at Centurion.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2TaqoqM

India vs Australia: Need to be patient with transitional Australia, says Hussey

The former Australian batting mainstay Michael Hussey also feels that Indian captain Virat Kohli is the best batsman in the world.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2EO9WZD

Matthew Wade's career-best outshines Jos Buttler in high-scoring clash

The England wicketkeeper-batsman made a superb 89, but a century opening stand put Hobart Hurricanes on course for victory

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2AgIIHJ

On a day of four zeroes at MCG, meet the man who made the duck walk

On Friday morning, batting on a tough MCG pitch, India and Australia lost wickets in a flurry, with captain Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, Nathan Lyon and Josh Hazlewood getting out for noughts. However, there was no duck strolling across the screen to rub salt on their wounds.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2rY7Gap

Sport24.co.za | Follow Pogba's example, Solskjaer tells lacklustre star trio

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has warned Manchester United stars Romelu Lukaku, Anthony Martial and Alexis Sanchez they should follow Paul Pogba's example.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GWpFIT

Sport24.co.za | WATCH: Shaun Pollock rips pants on live TV

Former Proteas skipper Shaun Pollock was the centre of a comical moment on Friday when he ripped his pants on live television.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AfUWk0

Sport24.co.za | PIC: Shaun Pollock rips pants on live TV

Former Proteas skipper Shaun Pollock was the centre of a comical moment on Friday when he ripped his pants on live television.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2AfUWk0

Auckland v Central Districts

Auckland v Central Districts

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Sport24.co.za | Garcia throws weight behind Harrington 'candidacy'

Masters Champion Sergio Garcia is the latest high profile golfer to throw his weight behind the ‘candidacy’ of Padraig Harrington for the Ryder Cup captaincy.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2BIglCf

Sport24.co.za | Spectators evicted from MCG for racist chanting to India players

A few Australian fans were evicted from the MCG during the third day's play of the Boxing Day Test against India due to racist chanting aimed at India players.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2rYjnhe

Sport24.co.za | Spectators evicted from MCG for racist chanting to India players

A few Australian fans were evicted from the MCG during the third day's play of the Boxing Day Test against India due to racist chanting aimed at India players.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2rYjnhe

Elgar, Amla keep South Africa on course

The pair put behind Aiden Markram's early departure and a pressure filled first hour to keep the home team in sight of victory

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2BKMAkt

India vs Australia: Slower yorker was Rohit's idea, says Bumrah

India speedster Jasprit Bumrah said the slow, swinging yorker to get Shaun Marsh out on the stroke of lunch was Rohit Sharma's idea.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2ERVXml

Faheem Ashraf set for Northants T20 deal

The Pakistan allrounder is expected to sign a two-month deal to take in the T20 Blast

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2Tfp2ey

The making of Jasprit Bumrah's slow yorker to Shaun Marsh

The Indian quick explains how Rohit Sharma had a role in the ball, and why yorkers are scarce in Test cricket in general

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2BLusH1

Exhausted Pat Cummins gets belated reward

Having taken four quick wickets late on day three, the fast bowler said Australia could still 'dare to dream' on a pitch he felt was still 'pretty good' to bat on

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2LABD9q

Australian players’ body concerned about use of stump microphones

The stump microphones have captured some interesting conversations between the Indian and Australian players during the ongoing Test series.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2Q6ZzlJ

Sport24.co.za | Pogba NOT for sale, insists Man United's Ed Woodward

Premier League giants Manchester United have no intention of accepting any offer for star midfielder Paul Pogba.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EU1uJ9

India vs Australia: Bumrah rips through Australia, India on top despite second innings collapse

India’s lead, so far, of 346 might already be enough for it to win the third match of the India vs Australia Test series on a deteriorating pitch.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2Sjn9xk

NZ reap rewards of backing batting core - McMillan

With Tom Latham and Henry Nicholls complementing Kane Williamson's successful Test year, and a settled core beginning to emerge, New Zealand are laying the foundation of a future-proof batting order

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2AmmHaD

Sport24.co.za | He's back! Ertugral makes PSL return with Maritzburg

Maritzburg United have confirmed the appointment of Muhsin Ertugral as their new head coach following the sacking of Fadlu Davids.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2VeN2Ar

Tom Latham's discipline inspires carpool buddy Henry Nicholls

'You look back at Tommy's 264 in Wellington, and for him to come out yesterday in the second innings and basically hit reset and do all that hard work again is pretty cool'

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Sport24.co.za | Steve Komphela calls it quits at Celtic - report

Steve Komphela has reported resigned as head coach of Absa Premiership outfit Bloemfontein Celtic with immediate effect.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Sr4dwS

Sport24.co.za | Murray happy with decision not to quit tennis

Former world number one Andy Murray says he has no regrets about not walking away from tennis despite missing 11 months of the year with a hip injury.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2CEtNJ9

MCG spectators warned over racist taunts

Chants of 'show us your visa' were a regular feature of the first two days, leading to a formal warning from CA to spectators in the bottom tier of the Great Southern Stand

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2Q6BFqi

Arthur gives Pakistan's seniors dressing-room dressing down

Coach's focus on the 'soft dismissals' of Sarfraz Ahmed, Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq, with talk emerging of 'big changes' in the next Test

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2ET7zW8

Latham, Nicholls tons give New Zealand firm grip

Even if Sri Lanka muster Wellington-like resistance in chase of 660, the Christchurch weather is unlikely to turn in their favour

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2Ve8vcD

Jasprit Bumrah, Pat Cummins headline 15-wicket day

After Bumrah's six wickets bowled India to a 292-run first innings lead, Cummins led Australia's fightback with four wickets in three overs

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2AsSJ55

Handscomb not expecting swift Sydney recall

The batsman made 70 off 35 balls in a BBL game but knows one T20 knock isn't enough to get him back into the Australian Test side

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2BFDMMs

Sport24.co.za | India in charge but devastating Cummins gives Australia hope

A clinical India had Australia on the ropes and staring at defeat in the third Test after skittling them for 151 before a devastating spell by Pat Cummins sparked the game back into life.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2CCB8Jm

Sport24.co.za | Tons from Latham, Nicholls give NZ colossal lead

Centuries from Tom Latham and Henry Nicholls put New Zealand in line for a defining victory over Sri Lanka in the second Test.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2BISkLC

Sport24.co.za | Australian cricketer Khawaja's brother re-arrested

The brother of Australian Test cricketer Usman Khawaja has been charged with trying to influence a witness.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2QRUyTl

Sport24.co.za | Warner will be welcomed back 'with open arms'

Australia's limited overs skipper Aaron Finch insists the divisive David Warner will be welcomed back "with open arms".

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2CCK3ua

Sport24.co.za | Banned duo could play for Oz 2 days after suspension

David Warner and Steve Smith could both make their return to international cricket two days after their current suspensions expire.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2T9kJkS

Sport24.co.za | Proteas: Is Duanne undroppable now?

Vernon Philander is shaping to be fit for Newlands at New Year ... but Centurion revelation Duanne Olivier can hardly be the SA man to make way, says Rob Houwing.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2AhtClo

Sport24.co.za | Centurion weather may stunt flow of 1st Test

Weather could end up playing a significant role in the first Test between South Africa and Pakistan at Centurion.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2StHz77

Sport24.co.za | Bavuma reminds of understated Proteas worth

Temba Bavuma, in the first innings of the first Test against Pakistan, gave a reminder of his value to this Proteas side, writes Lloyd Burnard.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2QQJOV3

Sport24.co.za | Olivier, Rabada spark Proteas recovery

Duanne Olivier and Kagiso Rabada destroyed the Pakistan line-up as the Proteas eye victory after the second day of the first Test in Centurion.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2ER5LNx

Sport24.co.za | Bangladesh lifts Smith's T20 tournament ban

Bangladeshi cricket officials lifted a ban on former Australian captain Steve Smith playing in the forthcoming Bangladesh Premier League.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2Vdr4h5

Finch: Will welcome Smith, Warner with open arms

Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts had also stated that they had no plans of dumping David Warner despite the recent unflattering statements by Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2ERrHI9

Jasprit Bumrah sizzles in debut year

With 45 wickets in nine Test matches, Jasprit Bumrah has cemented his place as the backbone in India's fast bowling department.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2LIQWxb

Preity Zinta: Varun Chakravarthy a long-term investment for Kings XI Punjab

Varun Chakravarthy, the mystery spinner, will be a back-up for captain R. Ashwin, the franchise co-owner says.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2CyRVNa

Steve Smith cleared to play Bangladesh Premier League

Steve Smith who is currently serving a one-year ban from international cricket over a ball-tampering scandal, is free to play for Comilla Victorians in the next edition of the BPL starting on January 5.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2Rqtom1

Ricky Ponting: Cheteshwar Pujara’s slow innings may cost India Melbourne Test

Cheteshwar Pujara’s slow century could come back to haunt India if it doesn’t find time to bowl Australia out twice, says Ricky Ponting.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2SoLqC4

NBA scores, highlights: Damian Lillard beats Warriors in OT; LeBron-less Lakers fall to Kings on buzzer-beater

The NBA had a five-game slate on tap for Thursday evening

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Texas Bowl score: Matt Rhule delivers as Baylor wins seventh game in shootout vs. Vanderbilt

Big plays were plentiful deep in the heart of Texas on Thursday night

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Miami AD Blake James says 2018 season is 'unacceptable,' still supports coach Mark Richt after blowout bowl loss

James had something to say after UM fell 35-3 to Wisconsin in the Pinstripe Bowl on Thursday afternoon

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Auburn vs. Purdue odds, line: 2018 Music City Bowl picks, top predictions from proven expert who's 9-1

Josh Nagel has his finger on the pulse of both Purdue and Auburn football

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Claude Giroux slices through Lightning defense, lifts stick of defender for incredible goal

This could be a 'goal of the year' candidate

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UFC 232: Difficulty of believing in Jon Jones increased by repeated preferential treatment

The vindication that Jones is seeking may be non-existent

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Chiefs reportedly give Damien Williams a two-year extension worth up to $8.1 million

Williams has filled in capably after the Chiefs cut Kareem Hunt

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Lionel Messi says he would 'love' a Neymar-Barcelona reunion, but admits it would be 'complicated'

There are rumors that Neymar may leave PSG, but does Messi want him back?

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Wisconsin vs. Miami, Pinstripe Bowl score: Jonathan Taylor shines as Badgers shut down Hurricanes

Taylor's performance puts him over the 2,000-yard mark in 2018 and into the Heisman race for 2019

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After failed drug tests, Clemson confirms that Dexter Lawrence and two others are suspended for the Cotton Bowl

Lawrence, the centerpiece of the stout Tigers' defensive line, and two teammates failed drug tests of 'B' samples

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Josh Rosen won't say if he wants Steve Wilks to return as Cardinals coach: 'It’s not really my place'

The Cardinals QB declined to endorse the coach after a report said he's on the verge of being fired

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Detroit vs. Youngstown State odds, line: College basketball picks, predictions from model on 21-6 roll

SportsLine's advanced computer model simulated Friday's Youngstown State vs. Detroit game 10,000 times.

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St. Louis will host 2020 NHL All-Star Game at Enterprise Center, per report

It will be the first time the Blues have hosted the event since 1988

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Nevada vs. Arkansas State odds, line: 2018 Arizona Bowl picks, predictions from model on 45-25 roll

SportsLine's advanced computer has simulated Nevada vs. Arkansas State 10,000 times.

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Rob Gronkowski doesn't say if he's planning to return next season after 'rollercoaster' year

Gronk says he's not thinking about next year as he endures a difficult season with the Patriots

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2018 MLB year in review: Red Sox's dominance, Harper's Home Run Derby and all the other memorable moments

Let's take a look back at an eventful year in baseball

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Temple vs. Duke, Independence Bowl score: Blue Devils QB Daniel Jones shines in big win over Owls

If this was Jones' last game in a Duke uniform, he went out in style

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LeBron James injury update: Lakers preparing for their star to miss 'several games' with groin strain, per report

LeBron is also expected to take it slow as he recovers from the injury he suffered on Christmas Day

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Redbox Bowl: 2019 NFL Draft prospects to watch in Oregon vs. Michigan State bowl game

An ultra-productive edge-rusher and slippery receiver headline the prospects to watch in this bowl game

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You can now buy Baker Mayfield's RV from Browns training camp for almost $200,000

Sounds like a smart investment, if you ask us

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Packers' Randall Cobb shares scary details of recent concussion: 'I didn't know where I was'

Cobb took a hard hit, but stayed on the field for the rest of the drive

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South Carolina vs. Virginia odds, line: 2018 Belk Bowl picks, predictions from expert who's 8-1

Josh Nagel has his finger on the pulse of both South Carolina and Virginia football.

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Georgia standout defensive back Deandre Baker will skip Sugar Bowl matchup vs. Texas

Baker won the 2018 Jim Thorpe Award

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Fantasy Football Week 17: PPR Lineup Cheat Sheet rankings for every game on the schedule

Are you sure you're setting your best Fantasy lineup for the title run? Dave Richard went through every matchup and rated every relevant player for Week 17 in PPR leagues.

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Report: Tiger Woods will skip Sentry Tournament of Champions to begin the new year

Big Cat will not be heading to Kapalua next week for the 2019 opener

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Washington State vs. Iowa State, Alamo Bowl: Prediction, pick, odds, line, TV, live stream, watch online

The Alamo Bowl has consistently been one of the most entertaining bowl games

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Sport24.co.za | Warner will be welcomed back 'with open arms'

Australia's limited overs skipper Aaron Finch insists the divisive David Warner will be welcomed back "with open arms".

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Sport24.co.za | Arsenal, City double header tests Liverpool's new tag as title favourites

Liverpool's push for a first English title in 29-years faces another test when they host Arsenal.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2rWDBbr

Sport24.co.za | Bavuma reminds of understated Proteas worth

Temba Bavuma, in the first innings of the first Test against Pakistan, gave a reminder of his value to this Proteas side, writes Lloyd Burnard.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2QQJOV3

Sport24.co.za | Anthony Laffor ignoring transfer speculation

Mamelodi Sundowns winger Anthony Laffor is refusing to pay any attention to speculation over his future, as he enters the final six months of his current contract.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Soy3C9

Sport24.co.za | India in charge but devastating Cummins gives Australia hope

A clinical India had Australia on the ropes and staring at defeat in the third Test after skittling them for 151 before a devastating spell by Pat Cummins sparked the game back into life.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2CCB8Jm

Sport24.co.za | Kyrgios bitten by spider over Christmas

Temperamental Australian star Nick Kyrgios has revealed that he was bitten by a spider over Christmas ahead of his defence of the Brisbane International.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AmrUiJ

Sport24.co.za | Wild Oats XI wins record 9th Sydney-Hobart race

Supermaxi Wild Oats XI has won its ninth line honours in the Sydney to Hobart ocean race to become the most successful yacht in the history of the gruelling competition.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AifKYg

Sport24.co.za | Tons from Latham, Nicholls give NZ colossal lead

Centuries from Tom Latham and Henry Nicholls put New Zealand in line for a defining victory over Sri Lanka in the second Test.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2BISkLC

Sport24.co.za | Federer, Serena back for yet another season

Tennis royalty Roger Federer and Serena Williams have been pounding balls across the net for more than 20 years and they are back for yet another season.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2SnmMC0

Sport24.co.za | Australian cricketer Khawaja's brother re-arrested

The brother of Australian Test cricketer Usman Khawaja has been charged with trying to influence a witness.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2QRUyTl

Sport24.co.za | Proteas: Is Duanne undroppable now?

Vernon Philander is shaping to be fit for Newlands at New Year ... but Centurion revelation Duanne Olivier can hardly be the SA man to make way, says Rob Houwing.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AhtClo

Sport24.co.za | Banned duo could play for Oz 2 days after suspension

David Warner and Steve Smith could both make their return to international cricket two days after their current suspensions expire.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2T9kJkS

Sport24.co.za | Anderson double sees Hammers come back to sink Saints

Felipe Anderson scored twice as West Ham came from a goal behind to win 2-1 away to Southampton in the Premier League on Thursday.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GICWEI

Sport24.co.za | Serena eyes 'bigger and better things' after US Open drama

Serena Williams would not discuss the incidents that unfolded during the US Open final she lost to Naomi Osaka and is choosing to "move on to bigger and better things".

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Q4KqkQ

Sport24.co.za | Emery says Liverpool can equal Wenger's 'Invincibles'

Arsenal coach Unai Emery believes Liverpool can match the achievement of Arsene Wenger's 'Invincibles' by going through a Premier League season without losing a match.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2SjqmwV

Sport24.co.za | Centurion weather may stunt flow of 1st Test

Weather could end up playing a significant role in the first Test between South Africa and Pakistan at Centurion.

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Sport24.co.za | Stellar 10-horse field for L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate

A high-quality field of 10 are set to do battle in the R1.5 million Grade 1 L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate on January 5, 2019.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AifhoY

Sport24.co.za | FA charge Emery after Brighton bottle-kick

Arsenal manager Unai Emery has been charged with improper conduct by the FA after kicking a water bottle into the crowd during a draw.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GFmqVS

Sport24.co.za | Liverpool still have plenty to prove, insists Van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk admits it is an exciting time to be a Liverpool player, but warned the Premier League leaders have won nothing yet.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EOvRQd

Preity Zinta: Varun Chakravarthy a long-term investment for Kings XI Punjab

Varun Chakravarthy, the mystery spinner, will be a back-up for captain R. Ashwin, the franchise co-owner says.

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Sydney Sixers Women 206/1 v Adelaide Strikers Women 132/10 *

Sydney Sixers Women 206/1 v Adelaide Strikers Women 132/10 *

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Moors Sports Club v Nondescripts Cricket Club 104/3 *

Moors Sports Club v Nondescripts Cricket Club 104/3 *

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Sri Lanka Army Sports Club 25/1 * v Chilaw Marians Cricket Club

Sri Lanka Army Sports Club 25/1 * v Chilaw Marians Cricket Club

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Sri Lanka Ports Authority Cricket Club 110/1 * v Tamil Union Cricket and Athletic Club

Sri Lanka Ports Authority Cricket Club 110/1 * v Tamil Union Cricket and Athletic Club

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Colombo Cricket Club v Burgher Recreation Club 72/7 *

Colombo Cricket Club v Burgher Recreation Club 72/7 *

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Colts Cricket Club 130/5 * v Badureliya Sports Club

Colts Cricket Club 130/5 * v Badureliya Sports Club

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Sinhalese Sports Club v Negombo Cricket Club 112/5 *

Sinhalese Sports Club v Negombo Cricket Club 112/5 *

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Hobart Hurricanes v Sydney Thunder

Hobart Hurricanes v Sydney Thunder

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BCB changes rules to let Steven Smith play in the BPL

The former Australia captain's participation in the tournament had earlier been barred on technical grounds but not anymore

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Viv Richards: India has a ‘lot of ground cover’ to win overseas

Viv Richards, the Windies legend, notes Indian cricket has improved in recent years.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2Riimz3

NFL Week 17 odds, picks: Andrew Luck's comeback gets the ending it deserves, plus five best bets

Best bets include the Chiefs beating up on the Raiders and the Eagles thumping the Redskins

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Week 17 NFL odds, picks: Redskins cover against Eagles, plus more best bets

Three picks and a cloud of trust for Week 17 of the NFL season

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Sport24.co.za | Ronaldo speaks out on racism after chants aimed at Koulibaly

Cristiano Ronaldo has come to the defense of Kalidou Koulibaly after the Napoli defender was the target of racist chants during a match at Inter Milan.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Ajrf1H

Smith, Bancroft statements not going to impact Warner reintegration plan, says Cricket Australia

Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts Thursday said it has no plans of dumping David Warner despite unflattering statements by his two teammates involved in the ball-tampering scandal earlier this year.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2QPpZNX

Sport24.co.za | Nadal looks to Australian Open with confidence after surgery

Rafael Nadal is confident he can be fit for the Australian Open as he chases an 18th Grand Slam title.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2GJbmY1

Sport24.co.za | Stroll: I'm a more complete driver today

Lance Stroll reckons the trials and tribulations he faced in 2018 will stand him in good stead as he prepares to turn out for Racing Point F1 next year.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EMCiDv

Test discard Peter Handscomb powers Stars to victory

Peter Handscomb was immediately in the runs in the BBL while Sandeep Lamichhane produced another fine display to help set up the Melbourne Stars' first victory

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Sport24.co.za | Micho urges Pirates to continue improving in 2019

Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic has urged his players to build on their good showing in the second half of the season.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Vd4mWs

Otago v Wellington

Otago v Wellington

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Sport24.co.za | Chelsea fighting against 'stupid people' in racism battle - Sarri

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri believes his club's battle to curb racist incidents among their fanbase is a "fight against stupid people".

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Q24hRC

Sport24.co.za | Russell 'really excited' to be team-mates with Kubica

George Russell is relishing having the experienced Robert Kubica as his team-mate, as he aims to show what he is capable of in his debut season in Formula 1.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2SnNnPh

Sport24.co.za | Proteas edge ahead at SuperSport Park

Temba Bavuma and Quinton de Kock steered South Africa to a first-innings lead on the second day of the first Test against Pakistan at SuperSport Park on Thursday.

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Sport24.co.za | Proteas edge ahead at SuperSport Park

Temba Bavuma and Quinton de Kock steered South Africa to a first-innings lead on the second day of the first Test against Pakistan at SuperSport Park on Thursday.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Q4R8Y7

India vs Australia: I don’t need to silence anyone, says Pujara

Making runs in Australia was a box Cheteshwar Pujara had to tick. He has done so in the ongoing India vs Australia Test series.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2Q4Ly7S

Afridi, Amir share eight wickets as Pakistan restrict lead to 42

Bavuma's composed fifty and de Kock's enterprising batting with the tail pushed South Africa to 223 all out at lunch on the second day

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2rV0Him

Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande return for Mumbai

The selectors have left out Dhawal Kulkarni from the squad for its upcoming contest against Vidarbha.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2SiFoCV

Tim Paine: The king of zingers!

Aussie skipper Tim Paine may well have won over a few admirers with his 'zingers' towards the Indians during the India vs Australia Test series.

from Sportstar - Cricket Videos http://bit.ly/2SmkYct

Ranji Trophy: Puducherry-Manipur contest shifted to Anantpur

The decision was taken by the BCCI after the pitch fiasco at the CAP Siechem ground in Puducherry earlier this week.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2EPiSxM

Sport24.co.za | Serena hails rule changes to protect mothers in tennis

Serena Williams has described the new changes to the 'Special Ranking' rule introduced by the WTA for 2019 as "great".

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2VdbBxy

Pujara confident India have 'enough on board' to win

Calling the MCG a "tough pitch to score runs on", the Indian batsman believes the visitors have done well to seize the initiative

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2EN1mdy

Sport24.co.za | Proteas’ Oz 2008 heroes: Where are they now?

Rob Houwing winds the clock back exactly 10 years to South Africa’s ground-breaking Boxing Day Test triumph over Australia in Melbourne.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2ENxQnT

Sport24.co.za | Kohli eyeing Graeme Smith's unique record in Melbourne

With his efforts in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, India captain Virat Kohli overtook Rahul Dravid on the list of top scorers for India in overseas Tests in any calendar year.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2EQnPas

Sport24.co.za | Proteas’ Oz 2008 heroes: Where are they now?

Rob Houwing winds the clock back exactly 10 years to South Africa’s ground-breaking Boxing Day Test triumph over Australia in Melbourne.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2ENxQnT

Sport24.co.za | Kohli eyeing Graeme Smith's unique record in Melbourne

With his efforts in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, India captain Virat Kohli overtook Rahul Dravid on the list of top scorers for India in overseas Tests in any calendar year.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EQnPas

India vs Australia: Pujara ton puts India in command

In the third game of the India vs Australia Test series, the mantra of Virat Kohli’s team has been to bat long and deep, build the innings brick by brick, and then wait for things to unfold.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2TeHLHb

Samaraweera points to Sri Lanka's batting gains on day of losses

Sri Lanka's outgoing batting coach spoke of the numbers which suggest that, under him, their top order has made significant gains

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Sport24.co.za | 'The Match' back in 2019 after Tiger, Phil sign new deal

It looks like "The Match" between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will return in 2019. And probably 2020.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2QSeq8Q

Sport24.co.za | South Africa's Sabbatini makes switch - to Slovakia!

Don't be surprised to hear these words at January's Sony Open: "Now on the tee, from Slovakia, Rory Sabbatini."

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2rWdH7q

India vs Australia: Starc has lost his inswinger, says Dean Jones

If you look at Mitchell Starc's performances this year, he has hardly been a strike bowler that he ought to be. He is under the scanner in the ongoing India vs Australia Test series.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2CBuiDJ

Sport24.co.za | Centurion crowd rides to CSA’s rescue

There’s been enough evidence already to suggest that SuperSport Park get an extended run now at staging the Boxing Day Test, reckons Rob Houwing.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2RhRBL2

Sport24.co.za | Centurion crowd rides to CSA’s rescue

There’s been enough evidence already to suggest that SuperSport Park get an extended run now at staging the Boxing Day Test, reckons Rob Houwing.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2RhRBL2

Sport24.co.za | Olivier: My wife is my inspiration on the field

Duanne Olivier says taking five wickets for the first time in Proteas colours on Wednesday was an emotional experience.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2BGNcaP

Sport24.co.za | Dale Steyn thanks family, friends, fans for well wishes

Dale Steyn has thanked his family, friends, cricket lovers - and the game itself - for all the messages of congratulations after becoming SA's highest ever Test wicket-taker.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2RocMva

Sport24.co.za | Australia openers survive after Kohli, Pujara heroics

A 170-run stand between century-maker Cheteshwar Pujara and captain Virat Kohli put India in a dominant position in the third Test.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2SlAlBW

Sport24.co.za | Brilliant Boult 'in the groove' as NZ take full control

A sublime six-wicket haul by Trent Boult and half centuries from Tom Latham and Jeet Raval gave New Zealand a vice-like grip on the second Test against Sri Lanka.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2Si5XZ7

Sport24.co.za | Isolated Warner still in contention for return

Cricket Australia chief Kevin Roberts has denied explosive revelations about the ball-tampering scandal had isolated David Warner.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2BKvDGP

Sport24.co.za | Big-hitting Guptill back in New Zealand colours

Martin Guptill, one of only a handful of players to have scored a double century in one-day cricket, will return to the NZ squad for next month's one-day series against Sri Lanka.

from Sport Cricket http://bit.ly/2Si6dHz

'I was just trying to pitch the ball up' - Boult

The New Zealand seamer put his incredible six-wicket burst in Christchurch down to "rhythm" and "getting into a groove"

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2rYwLCd

Warner reintegration unchanged by Smith, Bancroft words

The CA chief executive has spoken to David Warner in recent days the process when his ban ends in March while fellow banned players go public

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2BIsAyV

South Zone clinch fourth title with dominant performance

Abdur Razzak's match haul of 12 for 144 helped curb North Zone after South Zone's strong batting innings

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2ArZcgD

James Neesham and Doug Bracewell return to New Zealand ODI side

Also in the squad is wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Seifert, who is set to make his ODI debut with the regular keeper Tom Latham rested

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2EPgk3r

Boult's 6 for 4 studs New Zealand's dominance

Sri Lanka started the second day in anticipation of a lead, but found themselves staring at a series defeat at the end of it

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2EQCHFK

Advantage India after Kohli, Pujara, Rohit score big

from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://es.pn/2EPeAHy

Sport24.co.za | Olivier: My wife is my inspiration on the field

Duanne Olivier says taking five wickets for the first time in Proteas colours on Wednesday was an emotional experience.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2BGNcaP

Sport24.co.za | Dale Steyn thanks family, friends, fans for well wishes

Dale Steyn has thanked his family, friends, cricket lovers - and the game itself - for all the messages of congratulations after becoming SA's highest ever Test wicket-taker.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2RocMva

Sport24.co.za | 'Maybe God wants me to be sharper' - Komphela

Bloemfontein Celtic coach Steve Komphela is refusing to let the club's current woes weigh him down, and insists he is determined to be "comfortable with discomfort".

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2LAyTJ9

Sport24.co.za | Federer hoping for another 'crazy good' season

Roger Federer says he is fired up after an intense off-season and ready for another "crazy good" year, starting with his Australian Open title defence next month.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2AeP3Dx

Sport24.co.za | Mosimane: Wits are title favourites

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane considers Wits as favourites to win the PSL title this season due to a lack of continental action.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EPJuP9

Sport24.co.za | Australia openers survive after Kohli, Pujara heroics

A 170-run stand between century-maker Cheteshwar Pujara and captain Virat Kohli put India in a dominant position in the third Test.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2SlAlBW

Sport24.co.za | Isolated Warner still in contention for return

Cricket Australia chief Kevin Roberts has denied explosive revelations about the ball-tampering scandal had isolated David Warner.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2BKvDGP

Sport24.co.za | Zverev blasts 5th set tie-breaks at Australian Open

World number four Alexander Zverev has hit out at the decision to use tie-breaks in the final sets of the Australian Open.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2BFPGWQ

Sport24.co.za | Brilliant Boult 'in the groove' as NZ take full control

A sublime six-wicket haul by Trent Boult and half centuries from Tom Latham and Jeet Raval gave New Zealand a vice-like grip on the second Test against Sri Lanka.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Si5XZ7

Sport24.co.za | McGregor means business at Drak Challenge

Eleven-time world champion Hank McGregor has made no bones about the fact that he wants to win the N3TC Drak Challenge.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Vbzw0n

Sport24.co.za | Supermaxis fight closest-ever Sydney-Hobart battle

Four supermaxis were in a battle for glory in the epic Sydney to Hobart bluewater classic, in what organisers said was the closest contest in the history of the race.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2V67cwp

Sport24.co.za | Big-hitting Guptill back in New Zealand colours

Martin Guptill, one of only a handful of players to have scored a double century in one-day cricket, will return to the NZ squad for next month's one-day series against Sri Lanka.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Si6dHz

Sport24.co.za | 5 things that have gone wrong for Manchester City

Manchester City slumped to a third shock defeat in four Premier League games and are now seven points adrift of unbeaten leaders Liverpool.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EPr95z

Sport24.co.za | Hazard hits Chelsea hundred in win at Watford

Eden Hazard scored his 100th and 101st Chelsea goals as Maurizio Sarri's men moved back into the Premier League top four by grinding out a 2-1 win at Watford on Boxing Day.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2CBQ1eT

Sport24.co.za | City's title bid hit by shock defeat at Leicester

Manchester City's bid to retain the Premier League title suffered a major blow as the champions crashed to a shock defeat at Leicester.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2BHo83g

Sport24.co.za | Arsenal held as Brighton make a point

Arsenal's top-four bid suffered a setback as Jurgen Locadia's equaliser gave Brighton a draw at the Amex Stadium.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2Tb5GaA

Sport24.co.za | Solskjaer hails impact of 'happy boy' Pogba

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Manchester United are now seeing the Paul Pogba he knows from his time in charge of the club's reserve team.

from Sport Top Stories http://bit.ly/2EPTSaC

Boult sublime, runs flow as New Zealand takes control

A sublime six-wicket haul by Trent Boult and half centuries from Tom Latham and Jeet Raval gave New Zealand a vice-like grip on the second Test against Sri Lanka in Christchurch on Thursday.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2rWY1RG

Big-hitting Martin Guptill back in New Zealand colours

Martin Guptill, one of only a handful of players to have scored a double century in one-day cricket, will return to the New Zealand squad for next month's one-day series against Sri Lanka.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2StZ46U

Tim Paine: The king of zingers!

Aussie skipper Tim Paine may well have won over a few admirers with his 'zingers' towards the Indians during the India vs Australia Test series.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2SmkYct

Lehmann: ‘Bancroft should have approached us after ball-tamper request’

Both Cameron Bancroft and Steve Smith have given bombshell interviews in recent days as they re-emerge into public life after the scandal in South Africa in March.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2CzAZ9k

Trent Boult: Boult from the blue - A carnage; six wickets, 15 balls

A stunning burst of six wickets for four runs in 15 deliveries by Trent Boult saw New Zealand dismiss Sri Lanka for 104 on day two of the second Test in Christchurch.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2V5UjCx

The Wall: Pujara slams ton, gets into record books

This is the first time Cheteshwar Pujara has scored two hundreds in a single away Test series.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2EMsR72

Australia vs India - 3D

Ind v Aus Third Test 26-12-2018 

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2BFy5OM

Dale Steyn emotional after breaking Proteas record

South Africa paceman Dale Steyn said there is plenty more to come after making history at Centurion on Wednesday.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2ENsCIM

India vs Australia: Ponting ‘shocked’ by interviews of Smith and Bancroft

The pre-recorded interviews were the major talking point on day one of the third Test between Australia and India.

from Sportstar - Cricket http://bit.ly/2RngVPE

NBA scores, highlights: Kawhi Leonard, Raptors snap Heat's winning streak; Clippers fight off Kings' comeback attempt

There was no slowing down in the NBA season, with 10 games on the docket for the day after Christmas

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2019 IIHF World Junior Championship: Schedule, teams, TV channels, players to watch

What you need to know about the 2019 World Junior Championship in Canada

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TCU vs. California, Cheez-It Bowl score: Horned Frogs pull off OT victory as interceptions reign supreme

TCU beat Cal 10-7 in overtime in the turnover-filled game

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Duke vs. Temple odds, line: 2018 Independence Bowl picks, predictions from proven model on 45-25 run

SportsLine's computer model has simulated the 2018 Independence Bowl 10,000 times

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Lions head coach Matt Patricia apparently keeps showing up late to press conferences and team meetings

Punctuality doesn't seem to be a strength of the first-year head coach

from CBSSports.com Headlines http://bit.ly/2LD5Jcv

Packers reportedly interview two ex-Colts coaches for head coaching job in Green Bay

Surprise! The Packers have interviewed a former division rival about their coaching job

from CBSSports.com Headlines http://bit.ly/2V85lXQ

Georgia Tech vs. Minnesota, Quick Lane Bowl score: Paul Johnson tenure ends with lopsided loss

Johnson announced that he is stepping down on Nov. 28

from CBSSports.com Headlines http://bit.ly/2EQVz7s

Justin Herbert passes on 2019 NFL Draft, and here's how he can improve his stock before 2020

The Oregon quarterback has some work to do to cement himself as the top prospect in the 2020 Draft

from CBSSports.com Headlines http://bit.ly/2Aj0NFo

Fantasy Basketball Stock Watch: NBA Week 11 Value Trends

Catch up on the latest from around the NBA as we take a look at who has helped their stock most in December.

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LOOK: Indianapolis Colts fly Tyler Trent to see Purdue compete in Music City Bowl

Trent is in the terminal stages of osteosarcoma

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College Football Playoff 2018: Clemson ponders failed drug tests, looks to Dexter Lawrence's replacement

The Tigers will be without a key piece in the Cotton Bowl semifinal on Saturday afternoon

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Fantasy Football Week 17: Starts and sits, risks and sleepers for every game on the NFL schedule

Make sure you're setting the right lineup for the season finale as Dave Richard goes through every game on the NFL schedule and highlights the players you need to know.

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Chiefs-Patriots wild-card game? Five crazy NFL playoff scenarios that could still happen

If Week 17 goes off the rails, one of these scenarios could actually happen

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College Football Playoff 2018: How Clemson and Notre Dame changed QBs yet still finished undefeated

The Tigers and Fighting Irish both decided their offenses needed new leaders, and somehow, it worked out

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Fantasy Football Week 17 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em: It's gametime for Sony Michel

Sony Michel will look to close out the season strong in Week 17, making him Jamey Eisenberg's Start of the Week.

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Premier League Boxing Day scores: Liverpool widens gap on Manchester City; United rolls at Old Trafford on Boxing Day

The Boxing Day action brought some memorable moments as City's title chances took a hit

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Tiger Woods encore, Jordan Spieth's rebound and more 2019 golf storylines to watch

What will take place over the 12 months as the schedule changes and new superstars are assimilated

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TCU vs. California odds, line: 2018 Cheez-It Bowl picks, predictions from proven expert who's 7-2 on Golden Bears games

Zack Cimini has his finger on the pulse of Cal football

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MLB rumors: Padres reportedly jump in Corey Kluber mix, and they have the farm system to swing a trade

Kluber is the latest high-end starter the Padres have expressed interest in this offseason

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Agent's Take: Here's how to fix the Ultimate Roster using a revamped 2018 end-of-season lineup

In this Ultimate Roster re-do, Aaron Rodgers and David Johnson are out, Patrick Mahomes and Zeke Elliott are in

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Fantasy Football Week 17 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em: Wide receivers

If you're playing into Week 17, you need to know who is available before you lock in your lineup. See who Jamey Eisenberg is starting, and who he'll be benching this week at wide receiver.

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The Jonah Keri Podcast: Ferguson Jenkins

Jonah Keri sits down with Hall of Fame pitcher Ferguson Jenkins

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Report: The Match pitting Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson returning in 2019 and 2020

Following their $9 million debut, we could be seeing a lot more of Lefty and Big Cat

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Top NFL football knockout and survivor pool picks for Week 17: Fade the Ravens

National sportswriter Mike Tierney tells you who to pick in your Week 17 football survivor pool

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Cardinals reportedly planning to dump coach Steve Wilks after just one season

The Cardinals have apparently decided to give up on Steve Wilks afer just one season

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Baylor vs. Vanderbilt, Texas Bowl: Prediction, pick, odds, line, TV, live stream, watch online

The winner of the Texas Bowl will finish the season over .500

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Miami vs. Wisconsin, Pinstripe Bowl: Prediction, pick, odds, line, TV, live stream, watch online

Who doesn't love a bowl game in Yankee Stadium?

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Sport24.co.za | Olivier stars as Proteas top-order wobble

Fast bowler Duanne Olivier starred with the ball in an eventful opening day of the first Test between South Africa and Pakistan in Centurion

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Sport24.co.za | Olivier stars as Proteas batting top-order wobble

Fast bowler Duanne Olivier starred with the ball in an eventual opening day of the first Test between South Africa and Pakistan in Centurion

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Nayeem 10-for, Mominul, Yasir Ali tons give East Zone massive win

A win by 321 runs against Central Zone in Sylhet has propelled East Zone to the top of the table

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Sport24.co.za | Fulham frustrated as Wolves snatch late leveller

Fulham's bid to avoid relegation from the Premier League suffered a fresh setback as Wolves rescued a late draw at Craven Cottage.

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NFL Playoffs 2019: These eight rookies have an opportunity to make a major playoff impact

The 2018 draft class has produced a lot of talent, but these rookies picked between 14-40 can impact the postseason

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