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Bangladesh cricketers hungry to gain pre-World Cup boost in ODI series vs New Zealand

MIRPUR, Bangladesh: After failing to reach this month’s Asia Cup final, Bangladesh is hungry to gain a much-needed boost ahead of the 50-over World Cup by beating New Zealand in the three-match ODI series that starts on Thursday.Bangladesh rested a host of key players for the Asia Cup, captain Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Najmul Hossain and Towhid Hridoy among them, in order to keep them fresh and injury-free, although it has still not named its squad for next month’s World Cup.New Zealand has sent only five World Cup-bound players to Bangladesh, stand-in skipper Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Rachin Ravindra, Ish Sodhi and Will Young.Tamim Iqbal, who stepped down as ODI captain last month, is back for Bangladesh after recovering from a back problem. Mahmudullah, axed after the England series in March following poor form, also returns.Liton Das, who leads the side in Shakib’s absence, said: “There are many things to achieve from the series.

Striking Spain players arrive at training camp as dispute continues

BARCELONA: Spanish internationals selected by new coach Montse Tome gathered Tuesday at the women’s national team training camp, despite declaring themselves unavailable, with doubts about their willingness to play in upcoming Nations League games persisting.

Most Spanish Women Footballers Rejoin Squad After Deal

Most of Spain's international footballers have agreed to rejoin the squad, the government said Wednesday, following a strike by the World Cup winners over the disgraced former president of the federation forcibly kissing a player. The announcement followed hours of negotiations over player demands for further changes at the Spanish football federation (RFEF) after ex-president Luis Rubiales resigned. "We have arrived at a series of agreements which will be drawn up and signed tomorrow" between the RFEF and the Spanish government, Victor Francos, secretary of state for sports, told reporters, adding that two of the 23 called-up players did not wish to continue with the squad.

Visa Issues Hit Inaugural MotoGP Race in India

Some of the riders and team officials bound for the inaugural MotoGP round in India, including six-time champion Marc Marquez, are awaiting their visas ahead of the race this weekend. Sources in Repsol Honda Team confirmed to PTI that the arrival of its riders Marquez and Joan Mir in India has been delayed due to visa issues. Both the Spanish drivers were scheduled to attend a promotional event near Delhi on Wednesday but now that visit stands cancelled.

Majors record makes Novak Djokovic best in history, Nadal says - ESPN

Rafael Nadal's most recent Grand Slam win came at the French Open in 2022, and with Novak Djokovic having overtaken his mark for most major titles in men's tennis, the Spanish player conceded that his rival is the best player in history.

Newcastle United silence critics to prove Champions League worth

MILAN: It was something far from pretty, that will live long in the memory despite being so forgettable.

Football rumours: Brentford striker Ivan Toney targeted for £60m January move

Brentford striker Ivan Toney continues to be a hot property while he serves a ban over betting. Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham are all keen on a January move for the England international (27), according to the Daily Mirror, with a likely asking fee of around £60 million.

Novak Djokovic 'is the best in history', says Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal's last Grand Slam win came at the French Open in 2022, but with Novak Djokovic having overtaken his impressive haul of most major titles in men's tennis, the Spaniard conceded the Serbian is the best player in history.

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Bangladesh cricketers hungry to gain pre-World Cup boost in ODI series vs New Zealand

Striking Spain players arrive at training camp as dispute continues

Most Spanish Women Footballers Rejoin Squad After Deal

Visa Issues Hit Inaugural MotoGP Race in India

Majors record makes Novak Djokovic best in history, Nadal says - ESPN

Newcastle United silence critics to prove Champions League worth

Football rumours: Brentford striker Ivan Toney targeted for £60m January move

Novak Djokovic 'is the best in history', says Rafael Nadal