Thaakir Abrahams showing his worth after 'frustrating' start with Munster
It's been a difficult start for Thaakir Abrahams at Munster, both on and off the pitch, but the South African is hopeful that his luck is starting to change.
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Australian Players Wear Black Armbands In Memory Of Phil Hughes And Ian Redpath
Australian players on Friday wore black armbands during the second pink-ball Test against India here in memory of former cricketers Phillip Hughes and Ian Redpath. Former Australia opening batter Hughes died in 2014 after being struck on the head by a short ball during a Sheffield Shield match. Redpath, also an opener, passed away earlier this month. Cricket Australia had earlier decided to commemorate the 10th death anniversary of Hughes during the day/night match. A documentary on the life of opening batter was also displayed at the Adelaide Oval before the start of play.
Morocco to get loan for 2030 World Cup infrastructure
RABAT :The African Development Bank plans to lend Morocco 650 million euros to develop transportation infrastructure for the World Cup in 2030, MAP state news agency quoted the bank's head as saying on Thursday.
Club World Cup draw: Mamelodi Sundowns drawn alongside Dortmund in Group F
Mamelodi Sundowns will open their 2025 Club World Cup campaign against South Korean club Ulsan HD.
Ryan Rickelton Hits First Test Ton For South Africa Against Sri Lanka
Ryan Rickelton made a battling century as South Africa overcame a shaky start on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at St George's Park on Thursday. The left-handed Rickelton hit 101 as South Africa reached 269 for seven at the close. Rickelton, 28, has been a peripheral figure in the South African Test team since making his debut two-and-a-half years ago. He was playing in only his eighth Test out of a possible 19 and came into the match with a highest score of 42.
Rickelton’s relief as he scores maiden ton with a dose of food fortune
GQEBERHA, South Africa : South African batting hero Ryan Rickelton admitted he felt relief more than any other emotion as he survived a massive scare before reaching his maiden test century on the opening day of the second test against Sri Lanka on Thursday.
Homa takes first round lead in title defence at Sun City
SUN CITY, South Africa : Defending champion Max Homa carded a six-under-par 66 to take a one shot lead after the first round of the DP World Tour’s Nedbank Golf Challenge at Sun City, finishing with consecutive birdies following a challenging back nine.
Ivorian beats Ighalo, Iwobi to Most Handsome African Athlete title
In a groundbreaking study merging beauty and sports, Wilfried Zaha, the Côte d’Ivoire and Galatasaray winger who is on loan at French club Lyon, has been crowned the most handsome African athlete of 2024. The rankings, determined using the golden ratio, offer an intriguing take on the intersection of aesthetics and athleticism.