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Pakistan reach SAFF final for first time by beating Bangladesh
Bangladesh put up a great fight until the 84th minute. Hamza Choudhury’s side launched one attack after another on Pakistan’s defence. But all dreams ended due to their own mistake in the last moment. Bangladesh’s dream of reaching the final of the SAFF Championship after 21 years on home soil was not fulfilled. The hosts had to exit the semi-final after conceding a goal in the 85th minute. Pakistan have secured a place in the final for the first time in history with a 1-0 win.
Uruguay beats Argentina in first match since Lionel Messi’s retirement
Argentina suffered defeat in their first match following Lionel Messi's retirement from international football, losing 2-1 to Uruguay at the La Bombonera in Buenos Aires. The world champions conceded twice before pulling one goal back late in the match but ultimately failed to avoid defeat.
India suffer humiliating 244-run defeat against New Zealand after collapsing to 89
India's batting lineup collapsed against a devastating spell from Matt Henry as New Zealand secured a massive 244-run victory over Shubman Gill's side. Henry and Matt Fisher's pace attack bowled India out for just 89, handing the visitors their second-biggest defeat by runs in ODI cricket.
Scaloni to lead Argentina until 2030
Lionel Scaloni has agreed to extend his contract as head coach of Argentina's national team until the 2030 FIFA World Cup, the Argentine Football Association said on Thursday.
Bangladesh bowled out for 138 after batting collapse against Pakistan
Bangladesh suffered a major batting collapse against Pakistan in the Under-19 Asia Cup semi-final on Thursday, managing just 138 runs before being bowled out in 31.4 overs. The Young Tigers now face an uphill task of defending the modest total to keep their hopes of reaching the final alive.
Bangladesh storm into SAFF semi-finals with 4-0 rout of Sri Lanka
Bangladesh produced a commanding performance under new captain Hamza Choudhury, sweeping aside Sri Lanka 4-0 to finish top of their group and book a place in the semi-finals of the SAFF Championship.
Lionel Messi wins the MLS Golden Boot for a second straight season
Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 MLS Golden Boot, becoming the first player in league history to win the award in consecutive seasons.
Bangladesh settle for draw as West Indies win Test series
Bangladesh ended the second Test against West Indies in a draw after bad light stopped play on the final day in Sylhet on Monday. The visitors claimed the two-match series 1-0 following their eight-wicket victory in Mirpur.
Bangladesh name 16-member squad for South Africa Test series
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have announced a 16-member Test squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa, combining experienced campaigners with young prospects. Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the side, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz named as his deputy.
Tigers set 369 to win on day 5 of Sylhet Test by Windies
Bangladesh need 369 runs to win the second Test against West Indies in Sylhet after the visitors declared their second innings on 398 for six on the final day on Monday.