Thunder clinch playoff spot with win vs. Celtics - 'No better test' - ESPN
BOSTON — The Oklahoma City Thunder clinched a playoff berth Wednesday night.
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West Indies captain Matthews applauds T20 leagues for bolstering women's game
BENGALURU : Twenty20 leagues have transformed women's cricket from a sport that once relied on public support for survival into an appealing spectacle, according to West Indies white-ball captain Hayley Matthews.
Spirit star Trinity Rodman feels tug of international soccer
Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit open the NWSL season Friday at Houston, but the fifth-year forward admits she feels the pull of playing overseas.
Former India All-Rounder Syed Abid Ali Dies At The Age Of 83
Former India all-rounder Syed Abid Ali, who was known for his versatility and sharp fielding skills, died on Wednesday after a prolonged illness. He was 83. He was part of an illustrious group of Hyderabad cricketers that included MAK Pataudi, ML Jaisimha, and Abbas Ali Baig. He died in the United States. The news of Abid Ali's passing was shared by the North America Cricket League (NACL). "It is with profound reverence and a heart full of admiration that I share with you the passing of uncle Syed Abid Ali a cricketing legend from India who made Tracy, California, his home, and whose remarkable legacy continues to inspire us to strive for excellence," NACL posted in its Facebook page.
Ireland scrap home series against Afghanistan over fund crunch
Ireland have cancelled a multi-format series against Afghanistan this year due to financial reasons, but the Afghan board is hopeful it will be played next year.
All eyes on Piastri as local hero eyes Australia breakthrough
MELBOURNE : Orange can be a brave choice in fashion but the colour will be much in vogue at Albert Park this week as McLaren's Oscar Piastri bids for a breakthrough win at his home Australian Grand Prix.
Eubank Jr fined $130,000 for slapping Benn with an egg
IBO middleweight champion Chris Eubank Jr has been fined 100,000 pounds ($129,210) by the British Boxing Board of Control for slapping upcoming opponent Conor Benn with an egg at a press conference last month, British media reported on Tuesday.
Wallabies flyhalf Lolesio returns to Super Rugby action after concussion
SYDNEY : Australia flyhalf Noah Lolesio will return to action for the ACT Brumbies against Fijian Drua in Super Rugby Pacific on Friday after three weeks on the sidelines with concussion.