Adriana Leon scores twice to lead Canada past Australia in women's soccer friendly
Adriana Leon, finding the target for the third time in two games, scored twice Tuesday to give Canada a 2-1 comeback win over Australia in a women's soccer friendly.
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Watch: Glenn Maxwell Takes Terrific Diving Catch of Martin Guptill
More often than not, Glenn Maxwell leaves his mark on the cricket field either with his batting, bowling or fielding. His utility in all three departments makes him one of the most prominent cricketers currently. All eyes will be on him when Australia gets down to action in the T20 World Cup in two months' time. On Tuesday, Maxwell starred with four wickets and a spectacular catch as Australia restricted New Zealand to 232-9 in the series-opening one-day international on Tuesday in Cairns. After captain Aaron Finch won the toss and chose to bowl, Maxwell's part-time off-spin stole the show as Australia look to rebound from a stunning defeat to underdogs Zimbabwe on Saturday which soured a 2-1 ODI series victory.
Banyana seek positives after 6-0 Brazil thumping: 'Come World Cup, we will be way better'
Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) champions Banyana Banyana were humbled by the South American champions Brazil as they fell to a 6-0 defeat at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in KwaZulu-Natal on Monday evening.
Cricketing landscape is changing fast, need to strike balance: Kane Williamson
Williamson's comments came at a time when cricketers around the world are opting to play for various cash-rich T20 leagues over international cricket. "It's a tricky one because it is changing. So much seems to have happened so quickly," Williamson told reporters.
Preview: Slovakia an awkward hurdle in play-off target
Put the group tables, fixture lists and calculators away.
Super Falcons, U.S. clash again as teams continue preparations for 2023 Women World Cup
Super Falcons’ Tony Payne (left) tries to stop USWNT’s Sophia Smith during their first friendly game in Kansas City, U.S. Both teams will go at it again in Washington DC… today. PHOTO: SOCCERWIRE.COM
Australia vs New Zealand, 1st ODI Live Score Updates: Australia Win Toss, Opt To Bowl
Australia vs New Zealand, 1st ODI, Live Score Updates: Australia captain Aaron Finch won the toss and opted to bowl first against New Zealand in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Cazaly's Stadium in Cairns. Australia had last won the series against Zimbabwe 2-1, but it is important to remember that the side suffered a seven-wicket loss in the third and final ODI. On the other hand, New Zealand are coming off a successful tour of the West Indies where they won both ODI and T20I series. It would be interesting to see what team combination both teams go in with. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Louise Quinn: Stakes are too high for complacency
Louise Quinn says complacency will never be an issue for the Republic of Ireland because "there's too much to play for".