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Borja Herrera's Hat-Trick Powers FC Goa To First Win In ISL 2024-25

Led by Borja Herrera's sensational hat-trick, FC Goa secured their first win of their Indian Super League 2024-25 campaign as they edged past hosts East Bengal 3-2 in Kolkata on Friday. The visitors started the game brightly as they made some impactful moves into the final third. The likes of Dejan Drazic, Borja Herrera and Boris Singh made openings early on in the game. Their persistent attacks were soon rewarded when Drazic's cross from the left was parried away by East Bengal goalkeeper Debjit Majumder.

Sri Lanka To Host West Indies For White-Ball Bilaterals In October

Sri Lanka will host the West Indies for white-ball bilaterals in October, with a three-match T20I and ODI series, according to the ICC. Sri Lanka will seek to take confidence from their positive run in recent months, with an ODI series win over India, a Test match win against England at The Oval, and a brilliant run in the Test series against New Zealand at home. Though the Men in Maroon had their fair share of disappointments in the Test arena, they recently beat South Africa 3-0 in a T20I contest at home.

Bangladesh Super Fan In Middle Of Kanpur Test Row 'Was Abusing Mohammed Siraj': Report

The opening day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur was marked not only by cricketing action but also by a controversial incident involving a passionate Bangladeshi supporter, who goes by the name Tiger Roby. Roby, who dons a tiger costume to represent Bangla Tigers, the nickname of the National Team, claimed he was mistreated while attempting to cheer for his team from the C Block balcony, an area that has been closed to spectators due to safety concerns. However, several Bangladeshi journalists covering the Test series expressed scepticism about Roby's allegations, indicating that he often sensationalises issues for attention.

"India Are Front-Runners Because...": Five-Time Women's T20 World Cup Winner Gives Key Reason

Five-time winner Jess Jonassen knows what it takes to lift the Women's T20 World Cup, and the veteran Australian spinner rated India as the front-runner at the upcoming edition of tournament to be played on spin-friendly, low and slow UAE pitches. The 31-year-old left-arm spinner played a key part Australia's title triumphs in 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020 and 2023, and feels with little knowledge of the conditions, it will be challenging for Australia to defend the title but it will be a mistake to underestimate her country.

"Those Wondering What Has Changed...": Manu Bhaker's Post Sets Social Media On Fire

One of India's brightest sporting stars, Manu Bhaker made the entire country her own as she bagged two medals at the Paris Olympic Games. Since her return to home, Manu has been quite busy with events felicitation ceremonies, brand endorsements, and other commitments. As the ace shooter basks in Olympic glory, she also has a schedule in mind, as she plans the road moving forward. In a fiery post on social media, Manu explained that the glory and attention she has earned hasn't changed anything in her life.

Sri Lanka Star Kamindu Mendis Breaks Vinod Kambli's 30-Year-Old Record, Equals Don Bradman In Elite Test List

New Zealand were flailing at 22-2 and trailing by 580 on Friday against a dominant Sri Lankan batting attack that saw middle-order maestro Kamindu Mendis reach 1,000 runs from just eight Test appearances. Sri Lanka declared at 602-5 shortly before stumps on day two in Galle after a 200-run partnership between Kamindu and Kusal Mendis -- the third century-plus stand of the innings. The tourists then lost their openers inside nine overs, with Tom Latham caught on the fifth ball of the innings for two and Devon Conway dismissed for nine.

"Another Year...": Yuzvendra Chahal's Heartfelt Birthday Post For Wife Dhanashree Verma

India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal shared a heartfelt post for his wife Dhanashree Verma on her birthday on Friday. Dhanashree, who works as a dancer and a photographer on the professional front, turned 28. Chahal posted a series of their pictures on Instagram with the caption: "Another year older, another year more fabulous! Happy Birthday, love." Notably, Chahal had married Dhanashree in an intimate ceremony in Gurugram in December 2022. Besides their own professions, the couple is loved by fans on Instagram for their reels.

India Go Down Fighting Against Iran In AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers, Can Still Make Main Tournament

A fighting India went down by a solitary goal to four-time champions Iran in their second group match at the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers here on Friday. After keeping their formidable rivals at bay for most part of the match, the Indians finally conceded a goal in the 88th minute when Yousef Mazraeh managed to beat goalkeeper Priyansh Dubey in the Group G match. It was a creditable show by the Blue Colts against a team considered traditional powers of Asian football.

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Borja Herrera's Hat-Trick Powers FC Goa To First Win In ISL 2024-25

Sri Lanka To Host West Indies For White-Ball Bilaterals In October

Bangladesh Super Fan In Middle Of Kanpur Test Row 'Was Abusing Mohammed Siraj': Report

"India Are Front-Runners Because...": Five-Time Women's T20 World Cup Winner Gives Key Reason

"Those Wondering What Has Changed...": Manu Bhaker's Post Sets Social Media On Fire

Sri Lanka Star Kamindu Mendis Breaks Vinod Kambli's 30-Year-Old Record, Equals Don Bradman In Elite Test List

"Another Year...": Yuzvendra Chahal's Heartfelt Birthday Post For Wife Dhanashree Verma

India Go Down Fighting Against Iran In AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers, Can Still Make Main Tournament