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Messi faces fine for slapping Bangladeshi-origin footballer
Argentine football star Lionel Messi is facing a fine after slapping American footballer Quinn Sullivan, who is of Bangladeshi descent, on the back of his neck.
Baichung Bhutia calls for boycott of Brazil's India friendly
Former India football captain Baichung Bhutia has urged fans to boycott India's proposed friendly against five-time world champions Brazil, arguing that the money being spent on the high-profile match would be better invested in developing the country's football infrastructure.
Bangladesh crushed for 64, Australia stumble after losing 3 early wickets
Bangladesh were bowled out for just 64 in their first innings before Australia lost three wickets for 50 runs in a dramatic opening day of the Mackay Test, leaving the hosts 14 runs behind at tea.
Joe Root draws level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record
England captain Joe Root has equalled Sachin Tendulkar's world record for the most half-centuries in Test cricket after scoring a composed 66 against Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley.
Starc strikes five in 22 balls to shatter Bangladesh top order
Bangladesh's hopes of carrying their momentum from Darwin into the second Test were rocked by a stunning opening spell from Mitchell Starc, who claimed five wickets in just 22 balls to trigger a dramatic top-order collapse at Mackay.
England crush Pakistan by innings and 103 runs inside three days
England wrapped up a dominant victory over Pakistan inside three days, winning the Headingley Test by an innings and 103 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Cape Verde name Bettencourt to replace Bubista as head coach
Cape Verde have appointed Humberto Bettencourt as their new head coach, promoting their long-serving assistant to the top job as the 'Blue Sharks' look to build on their historic 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
Argentina players banned for 18 matches over World Cup final incident
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee has handed down suspensions to three Argentina players following the post-match brawl after the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in New Jersey.
Australia name one change for second Test, Cummins calls Bangladesh a 'great team'
Matt Renshaw's return to the XI was widely expected, but the debate over whether Australia would field four pacers or three pacers and a spinner continued until the eve of the match. Captain Pat Cummins had said at a press conference that he needed more time to finalise the combination. Shortly after, however, Australia announced their XI for the second Test, opting for three pacers .
We want to play good cricket for all five days: Shanto
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto is keeping expectations in check despite the team's stunning nine-wicket win over Australia in Darwin, insisting that the focus should remain on playing good cricket throughout the five days of the Mackay Test.