Opportunity lost for Dutch as they exit Women’s World Cup
WELLINGTON : It might have been only the Netherlands third appearance at a Women’s World Cup finals, but Friday’s quarter-final exit to Spain was an opportunity squandered.
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Victories for Spain and Sweden set up mouthwatering World Cup semi-final tie
It's official! The first of two Women's World Cup semi-final clashes has been confirmed, as Spain and Sweden saw off competition from the Netherlands and Japan, respectively, to set up a mouthwatering match-up in Aukland next Tuesday.
Kane Williamson Admits Playing In World Cup A ''Tough Goal''
Kane Williamson on Friday admitted that chances of him playing in the ICC World Cup 2023 in India remain slim as the New Zealand batsman continues his recuperation from a surgery. Williamson had gone under the knives in April this year for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) on his right knee. Williamson had suffered the injury while playing for Gujarat Titans in the opening match of the IPL 2023 against Chennai Super Kings at Ahmedabad. "To be at the World Cup is always special. It's still just guesswork at the moment in terms of when the day is or how it's tracking at the time," Williamson was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo.
Shakib Al Hasan To Lead Bangladesh In Asia Cup, World Cup
The preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup and ODI Cup 2023 are on and all teams are ready to give their sweat and blood to clinch the coveted titles. The craze among the fans is also increasing day by day as the squads for the marquee events are also being announced. Talking about the squad, Bangladesh on Friday appointed veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan as their ODI captain for both the Asia Cup and the 2023 World Cup, which will begin in August and October, respectively.
What channel is Aberdeen FC vs Celtic? Live stream, TV channel and kick-off details for Pittodrie clash
It's always an exciting fixture on the Premiership card when Celtic travel to Pittodrie to face Aberdeen.
Teenager Paralluelo shines as Spain make history
WELLINGTON : While Spain were expected to lean on the experience of Alexia Putellas and others at the Women's World Cup, it was teenager Salma Paralluelo who made a spectacular impact off the bench to send La Roja into the semi-finals for the first time.
African teams missing as Women’s World Cup quarterfinals begin
FIFA Women World Cup trophy. PIX: FIFA
Rugby World Cup: The Webb Ellis myth is celebrated
There is no actual evidence that William Webb Ellis "picked up the ball and ran" during a game of football at Rugby School but that has not prevented a legend building up around him.