World champion Dubois pulls out of Parker fight due to illness
World heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois withdrew on Thursday from his scheduled title defence against Joseph Parker on Saturday after falling ill.
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Dybala's double sends Roma through, Galatasaray crash out
ROME : AS Roma secured their place in the Europa League last 16 with a 3-2 home win over 10-man Porto on Thursday thanks to a Paulo Dybala double, advancing 4-3 on aggregate.
Biathlon-French duo Simon and Fillon Maillet shine with single mixed relay gold
LENZERHEIDE, Switzerland : France's Julia Simon and Quentin Fillon Maillet won the gold medal in the single mixed relay at the International Biathlon Union World Championships on Thursday.
Wales coach Sherratt makes wholesale changes for Ireland showdown
CARDIFF : Wales interim coach Matt Sherratt looked for familiarity as he made nine changes to the starting line-up for Saturday's Six Nations match against Ireland.
Dubai police detain spectator that left Raducanu distressed during match
DUBAI : Dubai Police detained a tourist who had engaged in behaviour that caused Emma Raducanu distress during her match at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the Government of Dubai said on Thursday.
India beat Bangladesh by six wickets in Champions Trophy
DUBAI : India kicked off their Champions Trophy campaign with a six-wicket victory against Bangladesh in a Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday.
PGA officials, Saudi investors to meet with Trump at White House, Washington Post reports
PGA Tour and Saudi Public Investment Fund officials were to meet with President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday to continue negotiations on an agreement between the tour and LIV Golf, the Washington Post reported.
Arsenal hoping for Man City favour in title race
LONDON : Manchester City are not used to playing a supporting role in a Premier League title drama but Sunday's home game against leaders Liverpool at least offers Pep Guardiola's inconsistent side the chance to grab centre stage again.