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South Africa power-hitter Tristan Stubbs fetched the highest bid of Rand 9.2 million (USD 520,000 approx.) at the inaugural SA20 player auction in Cape Town on Monday. Sunrisers Eastern Cape won a fierce bidding war against MI Cape Town and Johannesburg Super Kings to snap up their homegrown star-in-the-making. Uncapped 24-year-old batter Donavon Ferreira, who plays for Titans in the South African domestic circuit, created a big stir....

Tristan Stubbs the biggest buy, Donavon Ferreira also creates stir South Africa power-hitter Tristan Stubbs fetched the highest bid of Rand 9.2 million (USD 520,000 approx.) at the inaugural SA20 player auction in Cape Town on Monday. Sunrisers Eastern Cape won a fierce bidding war against MI Cape Town and Johannesburg Super Kings to snap up their homegrown star-in...

Pakistan batter Azhar Ali will retire from Test cricket after the Karachi Test against England, which starts on December 17. He will finish three Tests short of becoming the sixth Pakistan player to 100 Tests, and fifth on their all-time runs-scoring charts. He made the announcement on the eve of the Karachi Test, saying: "It has been a great honour and privilege for me to represent my country at the highest level....

Pak vs Eng Test series, 2022 Pakistan batter Azhar Ali will retire from Test cricket after the Karachi Test against England, which starts on December 17. He will finish three Tests short of becoming the sixth Pakistan player to 100 Tests, and fifth on their all-time runs-scoring charts.He made the announcement on the eve of the...

Former Wallaby Digby Ioane stormed out of Australian rugby in 2013 - now his nephew Monty looms as the Wallabies' biggest challenge when he lines up for Italy in tonight's Test Monty Ioane, nephew of Digby, will lace up against the Wallabies on Saturday The 28-year-old travelled to France with his superstar Uncle at the age of 14 The 95kg left winger has played 15 games for Italy and will try to upset Australia…...

Monty Ioane, nephew of former Wallaby Digby, lines up for Italy against Australia in Test Former Wallaby Digby Ioane stormed out of Australian rugby in 2013 - now his nephew Monty looms as the Wallabies' biggest challenge when he lines up for Italy in tonight's TestMonty Ioane, nephew of Digby, will lace up against the Wallabies on SaturdayThe 28-year-old travelled to France with his sup...

Sven-Goran Eriksson tells Gareth Southgate to carry on as England boss 'for at least another two years' with the FA wanting a quick answer on his future after World Cup heartbreak... as Swede says a foreign successor 'will always be criticised' By Adam Shergold for MailOnline Published: 01:58 EST, 16 December 2022 | Updated: 02:26 EST, 16 December 2022 Gareth Southgate should remain England manager 'for at least two more years' despite the team's World Cup quarter-final exit, according to Sven-Goran Eriksson....

Sven-Goran Eriksson tells Gareth Southgate to carry on as England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson tells Gareth Southgate to carry on as England boss 'for at least another two years' with the FA wanting a quick answer on his future after World Cup heartbreak... as Swede says a foreign successor 'will always be criticised'By Adam Shergold for MailOnline Published: 01:58 EST, 16...

Australia 267 for 5 (Smith 105, Labuschagne 52, Carey 42*) beat New Zealand 242 (Phillips 47, Starc 3-60) by 25 runs There was no fairytale finish with the bat for Aaron Finch but he was able to sign off his ODI career with hard-earned 25-run victory as Steven Smith, who will be a contender to be the new 50-over captain, compiled a superb hundred and Australia's bowlers did enough to repel a spirited effort from New Zealand's middle order....

Recent Match Report – Australia vs New Zealand 3rd ODI 2022 Australia 267 for 5 (Smith 105, Labuschagne 52, Carey 42*) beat New Zealand 242 (Phillips 47, Starc 3-60) by 25 runsThere was no fairytale finish with the bat for Aaron Finch but he was able to sign off his ODI career with hard-earned 25-run victory as Steven Smith, who will be a contender to be

Chris Paul has been able to get away with a few calls in his career due to his ability to convince the referees. Houston Rockets youngster Jalen Green playfully called him out, saying he is the ultimate trickster. The Rockets pulled off an unexpected 111-97 win against the Phoenix Suns in their last outing on Tuesday. With that victory, they extended their winning streak to two following their 97-92 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday....

“That’s the ultimate trickster in the league” Chris Paul has been able to get away with a few calls in his career due to his ability to convince the referees. Houston Rockets youngster Jalen Green playfully called him out, saying he is the ultimate trickster. The Rockets pulled off an unexpected 111-97 win against the Phoenix Suns in their last...

Pat Cummins has indicated a greater bowling workload for Cameron Green against South Africa and the allrounder may be given an opportunity to get into the attack early. Green largely had a bit-part role to play against West Indies, bowling 29 overs across the two Tests, despite Cummins not being available for half the Perth Test due to injury, and only being required to bat in Adelaide....

AUS vs SA 2022 – Pat Cummins targets early role for Cameron Green after quiet West Indies series Pat Cummins has indicated a greater bowling workload for Cameron Green against South Africa and the allrounder may be given an opportunity to get into the attack early.Green largely had a bit-part role to play against West Indies, bowling 29 overs across the two Tests, despite Cummins not being avai...

Two Race of the Day selections have already landed this week and Alan Thomson returns with a close look at a wide-open handicap at Southwell on Friday, live on Sky Sports Racing. THE GROUNDWORK The hardy Sky Sports Racing outside broadcasting crew head to chilly Southwell on Friday where the 14-runner Spreadex Sports Get 50 In Bonuses Handicap (4.25) is the best betting contest on the card....

Race of the Day on Sky Sports Racing: Paul Mulrennan can steer Anif to another all-weather win at Southwell | Racing News Two Race of the Day selections have already landed this week and Alan Thomson returns with a close look at a wide-open handicap at Southwell on Friday, live on Sky Sports Racing.THE GROUNDWORKThe hardy Sky Sports Racing outside broadcasting crew head to chilly Southwell on Friday where the 14-runner...

Roger Federer's retirement is undoubtedly one of the highlights of this year. The news was in the air, since the Swiss had not stepped on the court in official tournaments for more than a year, but his announcement marked the end of an era. The Swiss player had tried by all means to take one last lap, but the state of his right knee did not allow him to continue....

‘That relaxed me a bit’ Roger Federer's retirement is undoubtedly one of the highlights of this year. The news was in the air, since the Swiss had not stepped on the court in official tournaments for more than a year, but his announcement marked the end of an era.The Swiss player had tried by all means to take one last

George Russell finished every race in 2022, with the exception of the British Grand Prix Mercedes driver George Russell expects the team to be "in a much stronger position from race one" in the 2023 Formula 1 world championship. Russell finished fourth in the drivers' standings, two places and 35 points above team-mate Lewis Hamilton. "They haven't forgotten how to build a fast race car," said Russell....

Formula 1: George Russell says Mercedes will be strong ‘from race one’ in 2023 Mercedes driver George Russell expects the team to be "in a much stronger position from race one" in the 2023 Formula 1 world championship.Russell finished fourth in the drivers' standings, two places and 35 points above team-mate Lewis Hamilton."They haven't forgotten how to build a fast race car,"...

Zimbabwe 205 for 3 (Madhevere 67, Raza 65*, Mustafizur 2-50) beat Bangladesh 188 for 6 (Nurul 42*, Shanto 37, Jongwe 2-34) by 17 runs A late flourish by Bangladesh captain Nurul Hasan could not defy Zimbabwe, who kept their nerves to clinch a 17-run win in the first T20I and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The win was fashioned by fifties from Wessly Madhevere and Sikandar Raza, followed by some efficient death bowling by Richard Ngarava and Luke Jongwe....

Recent Match Report – Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 1st T20I 2022 Zimbabwe 205 for 3 (Madhevere 67, Raza 65*, Mustafizur 2-50) beat Bangladesh 188 for 6 (Nurul 42*, Shanto 37, Jongwe 2-34) by 17 runsA late flourish by Bangladesh captain Nurul Hasan could not defy Zimbabwe, who kept their nerves to clinch a 17-run win in the first T20I and take a 1-0 lead in the

Dean Elgar believes there could be moments where the contest between Australia and South Africa over the next three weeks becomes "feisty" but both he and his opposite number Pat Cummins are confident it won't come near the levels of the ugly 2018 series. Although the two sides have met in ODIs and T20Is since that controversial encounter more than four years ago, this is the first Test match battle - a format of the game that allows contests, both good and bad, more time to build and stew....

Aus vs SA Test series Dean Elgar believes there could be moments where the contest between Australia and South Africa over the next three weeks becomes "feisty" but both he and his opposite number Pat Cummins are confident it won't come near the levels of the ugly 2018 series.Although the two sides have met in ODIs and T...

The Sharks have been given a chance of upsetting Bordeaux on the road, but the Vodacom Bulls are set to struggle at Exeter, according to the SARugbymag.co.za team. Champions Cup TEAM: Sharks get Bok boost for Bordeaux duel Bordeaux vs Sharks (Friday, Bordeaux, 10pm)Devin Hermanus: Bordeaux by 10Rienk de Beer: Sharks by 3Zelím Nel: Bordeaux by 3…...

Euro Cup Picks: Sharks have a shot The Sharks have been given a chance of upsetting Bordeaux on the road, but the Vodacom Bulls are set to struggle at Exeter, according to the SARugbymag.co.za team. Champions Cup TEAM: Sharks get Bok boost for Bordeaux duel Bordeaux vs Sharks (Friday, Bordeaux, 10pm)Devin Hermanus: Bordeaux by 10Rien...

World Cup star Cody Gakpo would be perfect for either Liverpool or Manchester United according to Gianluca Di Marzio. The reliable reporter also insists that the time is right for the forward to make the switch to a Premier League club as the January transfer window looms. When asked about the ideal fit for the Netherlands star, Di Marzio told SoccerNews, “At Manchester United or Liverpool....

Gianluca Di Marzio says “now is the right time” for Man United target Cody Gakpo – Man United News And Transfer News World Cup star Cody Gakpo would be perfect for either Liverpool or Manchester United according to Gianluca Di Marzio. The reliable reporter also insists that the time is right for the forward to make the switch to a Premier League club as the January transfer window looms. When asked about the ideal...

Emma Raducanu and Ons Jabeur will play against each other on Friday at 8 p.m. in Abu Dhabi during the Mubadala World Tennis Championship. The winner of the 2021 US Open debuted in the top 10 earlier this year, reaching a high of No. 10. Her finish in the semifinals of the Korea Open was her best performance this year. The 20-year-old was performing admirably when she suffered an injury that required her to leave the competition in the middle of it....

Where to watch Emma Raducanu vs Ons Jabeur also online streaming – Mubadala World Tennis Championship 2022 Emma Raducanu and Ons Jabeur will play against each other on Friday at 8 p.m. in Abu Dhabi during the Mubadala World Tennis Championship. The winner of the 2021 US Open debuted in the top 10 earlier this year, reaching a high of No. 10. Her finish in the semifinals of the Korea Open was

NFL executive Troy Vincent compares the combine to a 'SLAVE AUCTION' making owners 'get defensive' as Atlanta Falcons' Arthur Blank is left 'offended' and Jerry Jones claims it is a 'privilege' to play in the league The league's VP of football operations likened the combine to a 'slave auction' It comes off Vincent announced the event would abolish tedious medical testing ...

NFL executive Troy Vincent compares the combine to a ‘SLAVE AUCTION’ making owners ‘get defensive’ NFL executive Troy Vincent compares the combine to a 'SLAVE AUCTION' making owners 'get defensive' as Atlanta Falcons' Arthur Blank is left 'offended' and Jerry Jones claims it is a 'privilege' to play in the leagueThe league's VP of football operations likened the combine to a 'slave auction'It com...

After rain and wet outfield delayed the start of the game and spiced up the St Kitts pitch, the spinners found sharp turn and bounce, even with the new ball. Amazon Warriors had a trio of spinners - Tabraiz Shamsi, Imran Tahir and Gudakesh Motie - in their ranks but Powell trusted his defence and calmly played them out. He managed all of 8 off 24 balls against spin but tore into the extra pace of Odean Smith and Romario Shepherd, smashing them for 36 off 14 balls to help Tallawahs chase down 143 with four wickets and four balls to spare....

CPL 2022 – Jamaica Tallawahs Rovman Powell After rain and wet outfield delayed the start of the game and spiced up the St Kitts pitch, the spinners found sharp turn and bounce, even with the new ball. Amazon Warriors had a trio of spinners - Tabraiz Shamsi, Imran Tahir and Gudakesh Motie - in their ranks but Powell trusted his defence and

According to SPORT, Adrien Rabiot, the French player who has been in fine form during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, prefers a move to Spanish giants Barcelona despite having offers from Premier League clubs. The Catalan club has wanted to sign the player since his exit from PSG for free in 2019. Rabiot ended up signing for Juventus then. Rabiot's contract with the Old Lady is set to expire next summer....

FIFA World Cup star prefers Barcelona move despite big offers from Premier League clubs: Reports According to SPORT, Adrien Rabiot, the French player who has been in fine form during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, prefers a move to Spanish giants Barcelona despite having offers from Premier League clubs. The Catalan club has wanted to sign the player since his exit from PSG for free in 2019. Rabiot e...

Sri Lanka 179 for 6 (Mendis 36, Nissanka 35, Gunathilaka 33, Rajapaksa 31, Mujeeb 2-30, Naveen 2-40) beat Afghanistan 175 for 6 (Gurbaz 84, Ibrahim 40, Madushanka 2-36) by four wickets Last Saturday, Sri Lanka were all out for 105 against Afghanistan. Just seven days later, though, the very same batters put in a strong all-round performance - this time batting second, out of choice - to thwart Afghanistan's challenge and complete a four-wicket win in the first match of the Super 4 round of the 2022 Asia Cup....

Recent Match Report – Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 7th Match, Super Four 2022 Sri Lanka 179 for 6 (Mendis 36, Nissanka 35, Gunathilaka 33, Rajapaksa 31, Mujeeb 2-30, Naveen 2-40) beat Afghanistan 175 for 6 (Gurbaz 84, Ibrahim 40, Madushanka 2-36) by four wicketsLast Saturday, Sri Lanka were all out for 105 against Afghanistan. Just seven days later, though, the very same batt...

The World Cup reaches its climax on Sunday with Argentina facing defending champions France in a mouth-watering finale - but what have been the on-field highlights of the tournament in Qatar? Here, the Sky Sports writers pick out their standout moments from the past four weeks... Best player of the World Cup Adam Bate: It is Lionel Messi (Argentina). Nobody has scored more goals and nobody has provided more assists....

World Cup 2022: The best player, manager, goal, match, and moment in Qatar, selected by Sky Sports writers | Football News The World Cup reaches its climax on Sunday with Argentina facing defending champions France in a mouth-watering finale - but what have been the on-field highlights of the tournament in Qatar? Here, the Sky Sports writers pick out their standout moments from the past four weeks...Best player of the W...

On the training pitch and at the coffee machine: Wales’ elder statesmen have chosen some typical battlegrounds – and others less familiar – to test the mettle of their newer breed. Today, though, two generations have one collective aim in Cardiff: prevent this autumn campaign sliding further towards disaster. Following a heavy defeat by New Zealand, respite must wait. Argentina, fresh from victory at Twickenham, are eyeing a second successive victory at the Principality....

Alex Cuthbert backs Louis Rees-Zammit to shine in new full-back role for Wales On the training pitch and at the coffee machine: Wales’ elder statesmen have chosen some typical battlegrounds – and others less familiar – to test the mettle of their newer breed.Today, though, two generations have one collective aim in Cardiff: prevent this autumn campaign sliding further to...

Eight winter sports events have been cancelled so far this season The United Nations is calling on sports organisations across the world to do more for sustainability. The inaugural Sport for Nature Framework will aim to safeguard nature, contribute to new biodiversity goals and restore key ecosystems by 2030. The launch of the scheme coincides with the UN's Biodiversity Summit (COP15) taking place in Montreal, Canada....

UN urges sports organisations to do more for sustainability The United Nations is calling on sports organisations across the world to do more for sustainability.The inaugural Sport for Nature Framework will aim to safeguard nature, contribute to new biodiversity goals and restore key ecosystems by 2030.The launch of the scheme coincides with the UN's Biodive...

The capacity for Manchester United’s game against Burnley in the Carabao Cup next week has been reduced. In an official statement issued by the club today, it was confirmed that the sold out game has been reduced to a capacity of 62,000. The article quotes “unavailability of ambulance service personnel as a result of a day of industrial action affecting North West Ambulance Service” as the reason for the reduction....

Manchester United forced to reduce capacity for cup tie against Burnley – Man United News And Transfer News The capacity for Manchester United’s game against Burnley in the Carabao Cup next week has been reduced. In an official statement issued by the club today, it was confirmed that the sold out game has been reduced to a capacity of 62,000. The article quotes “unavailability of ambulance service pe...

Victorian Gabrielle Villegas has charged into the girls' singles final at this week's December Showdown at Melbourne Park. Melbourne, Australia, 16 December 2022 | Darren Parkin The match-ups for tomorrow’s 16/u Australian Championships singles finals have been confirmed. Gabrielle Villegas is looking to wrap a perfect bow on her 2022 season at the December Showdown at Melbourne Park this week....

Villegas advances to 16/u Australian Championships singles final | 16 December, 2022 | All News | News and Features | News and Events Victorian Gabrielle Villegas has charged into the girls' singles final at this week's December Showdown at Melbourne Park. Melbourne, Australia, 16 December 2022 | Darren Parkin The match-ups for tomorrow’s 16/u Australian Championships singles finals have been confirmed. Gabrielle Villegas is loo...

Big picture The time for talking is over. We've been through the context and the controversies and now, we can get to the cricket. Come 10.20am on Saturday in Queensland, all eyes will be on bat versus ball, or if we're honest, maybe just ball. In stark contrast to all the Bazballing our Test-cricket-loving eyes have been subjected to, the tone for this series is expected to be set by the fast bowlers....

Match Preview – Australia vs South Africa, South Africa in Australia 2022/23, 1st Test Big picture The time for talking is over. We've been through the context and the controversies and now, we can get to the cricket. Come 10.20am on Saturday in Queensland, all eyes will be on bat versus ball, or if we're honest, maybe just ball.In stark contrast to all the Bazballing our Test-cricket...

Man United 'will face competition from Real Madrid' for £50m Dutch star Cody Gakpo after PSV forward's stunning World Cup as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his attack after Cristiano Ronaldo's exit By Adam Shergold for MailOnline Published: 01:25 EST, 16 December 2022 | Updated: 01:27 EST, 16 December 2022 Manchester United 'will face competition from Real Madrid' for £50million Holland hotshot Cody Gakpo as they search for a new forward....

Man United ‘will face competition from Real Madrid’ for £50m Dutch star Cody Gakpo Man United 'will face competition from Real Madrid' for £50m Dutch star Cody Gakpo after PSV forward's stunning World Cup as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his attack after Cristiano Ronaldo's exitBy Adam Shergold for MailOnline Published: 01:25 EST, 16 December 2022 | Updated: 01:27 EST, 16 Decembe...

Cam Newton remains a free agent as we head toward the climax of the 2022 NFL season. Despite the 2015 MVP being a mainstay in the league since being drafted first overall by the Carolina Panthers back in 2011, no team has taken a chance on him in 2022. Newton was with the Panthers from 2011 to 2019 before signing a one-year contract with the New England Patriots for the 2020 season....

3 Reasons why no NFL team wants to take a chance on Cam Newton Cam Newton remains a free agent as we head toward the climax of the 2022 NFL season. Despite the 2015 MVP being a mainstay in the league since being drafted first overall by the Carolina Panthers back in 2011, no team has taken a chance on him in 2022. Newton was with the Panthers from

New Zealand are "disappointed and frustrated" after being swept 3-0 by Australia in the ODI series in Cairns, especially after "having opportunities in all three matches and not getting over the line," according to their coach Gary Stead. New Zealand had the hosts under pressure with early wickets in all three games but lost two of those by slim margins: the first by two wickets and the third by 25 runs....

Aus vz NZ ODIs, 2022 New Zealand are "disappointed and frustrated" after being swept 3-0 by Australia in the ODI series in Cairns, especially after "having opportunities in all three matches and not getting over the line," according to their coach Gary Stead. New Zealand had the hosts under pressure with early wickets i...

Former All Blacks flyhalf Stephen Donald has supported New Zealand Rugby’s stance to deny Beauden Barrett the opportunity to be selected while playing overseas. Barrett, a New Zealand Test centurion, reportedly requested an exemption that would allow him to still be eligible for the All Blacks, despite planning to play overseas for two years after the 2023 World Cup. However, fearing an erosion of talent, World Cup-winner Donald supported the decision to turn Barrett down and restrict All Blacks selection to NZR-contracted players....

‘You can’t be an All Black from Timbuktu’ Former All Blacks flyhalf Stephen Donald has supported New Zealand Rugby’s stance to deny Beauden Barrett the opportunity to be selected while playing overseas. Barrett, a New Zealand Test centurion, reportedly requested an exemption that would allow him to still be eligible for the All Blacks, de...

Max Verstappen won in Saudi Arabia in March, his first victory of the season Saudi Arabia looks set to host the opening race of the 2024 Formula 1 season, in a change from previous plans for it to be held in Australia. The news emerged in a statement from the Victorian state government announcing a two-year contract extension for the Australian Grand Prix until 2037....

Saudi Arabia set to host first F1 race of 2024 season Saudi Arabia looks set to host the opening race of the 2024 Formula 1 season, in a change from previous plans for it to be held in Australia.The news emerged in a statement from the Victorian state government announcing a two-year contract extension for the Australian Grand Prix until 2037.The state...