David Warner back as cricket captain after leadership ban lifted
David Warner was named captain of Big Bash League team Sydney Thunder on Wednesday, a fortnight after having his lifetime ban on any leadership role in Australian cricket lifted.
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Imane Khelif's Leaked Medical Report Triggers Fresh War, IOC Chief Asked To "Kneel And Apologise"
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif is once again in the news. Her 'leaked' medical report, suggesting the presence of ambiguous genitalia and secondary male characteristics has made many suggest that the pugilist is indeed a 'biological male'. A report by French journalist Djaffar Ait Aoudia stressed that Imane Khelif had internal testicles and an XY chromosome makeup, which hint towards a 5-alpha reductase deficiency. As the report became public, IBA President Umar Kremlev demanded apology from International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach for allowing a 'man' to compete against women in the Paris Olympic Games.
Amorim signs off in style to leave Sporting and Man Utd fans smiling
LISBON: As Ruben Amorim was being hoisted into the air by his Sporting players after an outstanding 4-1 victory over Manchester City in the Champions League on Tuesday (Nov 5), fans of Manchester United would have had double reason to be smiling broadly.
Six years on from 'Sandpaper-gate', Warner to captain BBL team
MELBOURNE : Six years on from the Newlands ball-tampering scandal, former Australia batsman David Warner has been appointed captain of Big Bash League (BBL) team Sydney Thunder.
Olympics In India In 2036? Government Makes Formal Bid, Sends Letter Of Intent To Olympic Body: Sources
In a significant step towards India's vision of becoming a sports powerhouse, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formally sent a Letter of Intent to the Future Host Commission, International Olympic Committee (IOC) on October 1, expressing India's interest to host the Olympics and Paralympics Games in 2036, sources told IANS. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in India in 2036 has taken a significant step forward," the source said. "This monumental opportunity could bring substantial benefits, fostering economic growth, social progress, and youth empowerment across the country," the source added.
Viktor Gyokeres was once sold by Dan Ashworth for £1million - now he's destroyed Man City amid Man United links
Viktor Gyokeres firmly announced himself on the world stage with a stunning Champions League hat-trick as Sporting Lisbon demolished Manchester City.
Injured Rice ruled out of Champions League game at Inter, says Arsenal boss Arteta
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice will miss their Champions League match at Inter Milan through injury, coach Mikel Arteta said on Tuesday, while the north London side hope Martin Odegaard can return to action after two months on the sidelines.
Martinez back in Argentina squad after suspension, Berrenechea gets first call-up
BUENOS AIRES : Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has returned to the Argentina squad for this month's World Cup qualifiers after serving a suspension, while Valencia midfielder Enzo Berrenechea earned his first call-up by coach Lionel Scaloni on Tuesday.