Ireland's 'unicorn' Andrew Porter happy to raise the volume
Last week, Ireland's head of athletic performance Aled Walters described Andrew Porter as a "unicorn", and it’s easy to see why.
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Pakistan's Plan Ahead Of India Clash In Champions Trophy 2025: Captain Mohammad Rizwan Takes Backseat As...
The Pakistan cricket team had an extended practice session on Friday where senior batter and former captain Babar Azam faced several bowlers ahead of the Champions Trophy match against India in Dubai on Sunday. Pakistan are in a do-or-die situation following their 60-run loss to New Zealand in the opening match in Karachi. The team practised for three hours at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium with all the batter, barring skipper Mohammad Rizwan, undergoing an extended 20-minute batting session.
Rublev in third Qatar Open final, faces Draper for title
DOHA: Russia’s Andrey Rublev reached his third Qatar Open final on Friday after a “super tough” three-set triumph over Felix Auger-Aliassime of Canada.
Champions Spain fight back in Women’s Nations League opener, England held
PARIS: Spain kicked off their Women’s Nations League title defense by fighting back to snatch a thrilling 3-2 win over Belgium on Friday while European champions England were held to a 1-1 draw in Portugal.
Andreeva downs Rybakina in Dubai to become youngest WTA 1000 finalist
DUBAI: Teenager Mirra Andreeva toppled another seed at the Dubai Championships, upsetting Elena Rybakina on Friday to become the youngest player to reach the final of a WTA 1000 tournament.
Pakistan Star, Part Of Champions Trophy Squad, Confused On Why He Got Selected. Says "I Didn't Know..."
Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah is surprised that he has been picked for the Champions Trophy despite dishing out ordinary performances, saying he himself doesn't know "how I got into the team". Khushdil, a middle-order left-hand batter, scored a stroke-filled 69 off 49 deliveries but his efforts went in vain as Pakistan lost the Champions Trophy opener to New Zealand by 60 runs. Ever since Khushdil made his ODI debut in November 2020 against Zimbabwe, the 30-year-old has played only 14 50-over games, while he has not played a T20I since October 2023.
RB Kingmaker claims Al-Mneefah Cup crown in thrilling finish at Saudi Cup meet
RIYADH: RB Kingmaker showcased his class and determination as he claimed victory in the $1.5 million Al-Mneefah Cup, presented by the Ministry of Culture, at the King Abdulaziz Racecourse on Friday, the opening day of Saudi Cup weekend.
South Africa Thrash Afghanistan By 107 Runs To Begin Champions Trophy Campaign On Rousing Note
Opening batter Ryan Rickelton struck a flawless maiden century before a clinical display by the bowlers as South Africa began their Champions Trophy campaign with a comprehensive 107-run win over Afghanistan in Karachi on Friday. Rickleton smashed 103 off 106 balls with the help of seven fours and one six while captain Temba Bavuma (58 off 76 balls), Rassie van der Dussen (52 off 46 balls) and Aiden Markram (52 not out off 36 balls) scored half centuries as South Africa posted 315 for 6 after opting to bat. Rickleton's ton was the tournament's fifth in three day's time and the third at the National Stadium here.