Wednesday, 27 Nov, 2024

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Bangladesh face Thailand in semi today

Hosts and defending champions Bangladesh will take on Thailand while Nepal will face Kenya in the semifinals of the ongoing 4th Bangabandhu Cup 2024 International Kabaddi Tournament today at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium in Mirpur. The three-time champions Bangladesh earlier

Saikat makes history as first Bangladeshi umpire in T20 World Cup

Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat has made history as the first Bangladeshi umpire to officiate at an ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The 47-year-old took charge of the tournament opener between the USA and Canada in Dallas on Sunday, marking a significant milestone for Bangladesh in the

USA beat Canada by 7 wickets in opening match of T20 World Cup

Aaron Jones struck an explosive 94 from 40 balls as the USA beat Canada by seven wickets in the opening game of the T20 World Cup on Saturday. Canada made 194-5 in their 20 overs but Jones's magnificent innings, incluing ten sixes ensured the USA, in their World Cup debut, reached

Imperious Pant leads India to warm-up win over Bangladesh

A quickfire half-century from the returning Rishabh Pant was the stand-out display as India put on a fine performance in the final ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up game against Bangladesh. Rishabh Pant was in sensational form in India's warm-up match against Bangladesh,

Haier Television Exciting Offers for T20 World Cup

To celebrate the upcoming Men's T20 World Cup 2024, global appliance brand Haier has launched the exciting Haier Television T20 Offer, the unbeatable discount is perfect for cricket enthusiasts gearing up for the event. This exclusive campaign promises to elevate the cricket

Rohit Sharma earns massive praise from Shakib Al Hasan

As the whole world gears up for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024 legendary Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has heaped praise on Indian captain Rohit Sharma. He appreciated his leadership qualities and batting exploits.  With a crucial warm-up fixture between India and

Bangladesh vs India T20 World Cup warm-up match today

Rohit Sharma-led India will play their first and only warm-up match for the 20224 T-20 World Cup at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York today (June 1).  The match comes ahead of the Men in Blue's official start to this year's T20 World Cup with a

Al-Hilal defeat Al-Nassr to lift King’s Cup leaves Ronaldo in tears

Cristiano Ronaldo’s season ended in tears on Friday as Al-Hilal completed the league and cup double by defeating Al-Nassr 5-4 in a penalty shootout, after two hours of play in a tempestuous King’s Cup final at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah had ended 1-1. Goalkeeper

Hudson-Smith breaks European record in Oslo

Great Britain's Matthew Hudson-Smith beat his own 400m European record with a convincing victory in his season opener at the Diamond League in Oslo. The 29-year-old ran 44.07 at the Bislett Games, beating his 44.26 from last year's World Athletics Championships in Budapest.

England suffer defeat by France in Euro qualifier

England dropped further points at home in their Euro 2025 qualifying campaign following a 2-1 defeat by group leaders France at St James’ Park. Former Sunderland winger Beth Mead netted the opener in front of the Gallowgate End when she was teed up by Lauren Hemp, but it was

Alcaraz reaches French Open last 16

Spanish third seed Carlos Alcaraz shrugged off his injury concerns to reach the French Open last 16 with a solid straight-set victory against American 27th seed Sebastian Korda. Alcaraz, who has been nursing an arm injury, fought hard to win 6-4 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 at Roland Garros. The

'Hope I can play another World Cup': Shakib Al Hasan 

Bangladesh veteran and former captain Shakib Al Hasan had hinted at taking a call on his international career after Champions Trophy 2025 in September last year.  But he doesn't have plans to quite any time soon it seems as the all-rounder is hoping to play another T20 World

England beat Pakistan in 4th T20, win series 2-0

Reigning champions England produced a fine all-round display as they overwhelmed Pakistan by seven wickets at the Oval on Thursday in their last competitive match before they begin the defence of their Twenty20 World Cup title. Victory gave England a 2-0 win in a four-match T20 series

Cricket’s ability to mock itself

In cricket, what started out as a “bit of a laugh” but turned out to be much more serious? This is not a trick question. It could refer to Test cricket’s origins. England v Australia, five-day matches, players switching allegiance between countries, a jibe by Australians

3 athletes receive medical assistance from PM

Three national athletes have received Taka five lakhs each as medical assistance on behalf of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The three athletes of Bangladesh Athletics Federation (BAF) received cheques of the medical assistance at the Prime Minister Office today. Tofazzel Hossain

Bangladesh bets big on veterans for T20 World Cup glory

Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmudullah Riyad are expected to play their last T20 World Cup in Bangladesh colors. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said the blend of experience and youth is the specialty of his team in this T20 World Cup. However, Bangladesh's games before the World

Scheffler keen to 'move on' after all police charges dropped

Scottie Scheffler says he wants to "move on" after all charges against the world number one following his arrest at the US PGA Championship earlier this month were dropped. The American was arrested by police officer Bryan Gillis outside Valhalla Golf Club hours before his

Swiatek saves match point to beat Osaka in thriller

Defending champion Iga Swiatek saved a match point before beating Naomi Osaka to avoid the earliest French Open exit of her career in a second-round thriller in Paris. The 22-year-old Pole, who is bidding for a third successive title, fought back to win 7-6 (7-1) 1-6 7-5. Former

Olympiakos become first Greek side to lift European trophy

Ayoub El Kaabi struck four minutes from the end of extra time as Olympiakos beat Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League final to become the first Greek side to win a European trophy. The Moroccan striker, hero of Olympiakos' run to the final, stooped low to head in Santiago

Barcelona appoint Flick as new boss

Barcelona have appointed former Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick as their new boss on a two-year contract. Flick, was who sacked by Germany in September 2023, takes over from Xavi, who was sacked last week. Flick's stint with Germany came after he guided Bayern Munich to a treble