Shock after Nigeria stumble in World Cup qualifier
Jose Peseiro shouts instructions from the touchline during Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ international friendly against Portugal at Estadio Jose Alvalade on November 17, 2022. Photo: AFP
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Vinicius may miss Argentina World Cup qualifier due to injury
(FILES) Brazil’s forward Vinicius Junior gestures as leaves a training session in Teresopolis, Rio de Janeiro, on November 15, 2023, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualification football matches against Colombia and Argentina, on November 16 and 21 respectively. – Forward Vinícius Jr. sees it “a little difficult” to play in a South American derby against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup qualifier after suffering a muscle strain in Brazil’s defeat to Colombia in Barranquilla on November 16. (Photo by Daniel RAMALHO / AFP)
"Pitch From India vs Pakistan...": Rohit Sharma On Playing Cricket World Cup 2023 Final On 'Used' Track
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma had a clear answer about playing the Cricket World Cup 2023 final against Australia on a 'used' pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The pitch which will be used for the summit clash was last used during India's game against Pakistan - a match that the Rohit Sharma-led side won comprehensively. During the pre-match press conference, Rohit was asked about the surface and he answered that although the pitch was 'a lot drier' against Pakistan, it now has a bit of grass. However, he was quick to point out that the toss will not play a major role in the match.
"Let's Bring The Cup Home": Hardik Pandya's Rousing War Cry Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Final
Indian cricket team all-rounder Hardik Pandya suffered a major heartbreak in the middle of the Cricket World Cup 2023 as he was ruled out of the competition due to injury. During the group stage match against Bangladesh, the all-rounder was forced to limp out of the field after injuring his left ankle and the seriousness of the injury meant that his journey in the World Cup came to a premature end. Ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2023 final match against Australia in Ahmedabad, Pandya took to social media to post a special message for his teammates and urged them to 'bring the cup home' for their billions of fans.
'King Kohli' enters 50-overs GOAT debate at run-laden World Cup
AHMEDABAD, India : Virat Kohli has long been on the cusp of batting greatness and at 35 years old he is making a solid case to be considered the greatest 50-overs player of all time after a run-laden World Cup campaign on home soil.
Murray withdraws from Britain's Davis Cup squad with injury
Former world number one Andy Murray has withdrawn from Britain's Davis Cup squad ahead of the finals next week due to a shoulder injury, the Briton said on Saturday, effectively ending his season.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers fans take over Hamilton for Grey Cup weekend
Winnipeg Blue Bombers fans decked out in blue and gold have descended on Hamilton ahead of Sunday's Grey Cup, hoping to cheer their team to its third Canadian Football League championship win in the past four years.
India vs Australia, World Cup 2023 Final: Top Players To Watch Out For
India will lock horns with Australia in the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Sunday, November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match will commence at 2:00 PM IST. The big beasts, India are currently the only unbeaten team in the tournament and have an opportunity to carry on with their momentum and lift the World Cup after a 12-year gap. The Men in Blue faced a tough situation in the semi-final against New Zealand. But they held their nerves and got over the line.