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Pakistan move closer to direct qualification for 2019 World Cup

June 20, 2017

The pre-match verbal jousting was not without the banter of Indian celebrities. The left-hander failed to let the horror mix-up deter him - striking Ravindra Jadeja for six over long on and following up with a brace of boundaries as Pakistan raced up to 150 in the 26th over.

Kane silences Scotland's celebration with late leveller for England

June 20, 2017

Hart was slated for his contribution to Leigh Griffiths' double free-kick, as well as a moment of madness that involved a back-pass. "It is annoying for them to do so much and have a result that could have been one of the best results ever".

Reelected Real Madrid president Florentino Perez to tackle Cristiano Ronaldo's future

June 20, 2017

Florentino Perez will continue as Real Madrid President till 2021 after winning a third consecutive election uncontested. Zinedine Zidane's men also clinched LaLiga for the first time since 2012. It is well known that Zidane's word means a lot to Ronaldo as he was the only person who managed to convince the striker to accept reduced playing time for Los Blancos last season.

Pakistan cricket back on track after ICC Champions Trophy win: Shahid Afridi

June 20, 2017

Arthur said Pakistan were desperate to prove they could go toe to toe with tournament favourites India with the title up for grabs. Second, Indian celebrities, most notably Rishi Kapoor, kept showing us why whole cricketing world wanted to see Pakistan as winners, except, of course, minnows Afghanistan.

Mizzou basketball player arrested during traffic stop

June 20, 2017

According to Capt. Brian Weimer, Tilmon was pulled over on Tiger Avenue, just south of Hospital Drive at 1:42 a.m. Friday for failing to stay in a single lane. Tilmon, now ranked No. 40th nationally by 247sports, was a highly sought after recruit and initially made up a star studded Class of 2017 recruiting class for the Illini before he and others opted out when IL hired new coach Brad Underwood.

Pakistan beat India by 180 runs, lift Champions Trophy

June 20, 2017

In his second over, one of the risky bowlers in today's cricket gave some hard time to the unsafe batsman in the World. Fakhar Zaman departed after scoring a brilliant knock of 114 runs of 106 balls that included three sixes and 12 boundaries.

Virat Kohli proud of India's performance in Champions Trophy despite losing final

June 20, 2017

Praising Pakistan for their brilliant all-round performance in the Champions Trophy final here on Sunday, Indian skipper Virat Kohli said the green brigade can upset any team on their day. Pandya is followed by Yuvraj Singh and Shikhar Dhawan, who racked up 22 and 21 runs respectively before being dismissed. Shadab picked up his second wicket when Kedar Jadhav, on nine, gave Sarfraz a simple catch and India appeared to be crumbling meekly at 72 for six.

How Fans Reacted to Team India's Loss

June 19, 2017

India captain Virat Kohli stated that he is proud of his team's performance in the recently concluded Champions Trophy 2017 tournament despite losing the final to Pakistan on Sunday. "With the ball, we could have had more wicket-taking opportunities". Pandya scripted the fastest half-century in a world One-Day International (ODI) final, reaching the landmark in 32 deliveries with three consecutive sixes off leg-spinner Shadab Khan.

ICC Champions Trophy 2017: Virat Kohli bemused after confusing question by journalist

June 20, 2017

Since then there has not been any bilateral series between the two nations. "They are basically a nomadic team which plays overseas". It is itself a big reply to all the critics. Azhar Ali got run out after he scored a good innings of 59 runs of 71 balls. He also played a vital role in the middle over by giving breakthroughs and containing runs.

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather will fight August 26 in Las Vegas

June 19, 2017

After just under two years of smack talk between the two, Mayweather and McGregor coming to an agreement to finalize this fight is a massive development. He said that a win for McGregor would make him the biggest athlete in the world. The fight will be one of the biggest moments in the history of combat sports and figures to be one of the greatest spectacles of all time.

Raiola: Ibrahimovic Has No Offers From Milan

June 20, 2017

Raiola told Gazzetta dello Sport (via Goal): "Ibra is fine, he's received so many offers, from the USA and beyond". "He's certainly not going to Napoli". As well as Ibrahimovic and Donnarumma, Raiola said he could also be negotiating a move for Paris Saint-Germain's Blaise Matuidi in the close-season.

Aston Villa interested in Mubarak Wakaso, Swansea have made enquiry

June 19, 2017

Granada's Ghanaian midfielder Wakaso Mubarak stands on the pitch with the ball during the Spanish league football match Granada CF vs Club Atletico de Madrid at Nuevo Los Carmenes stadium in Granada on March 11, 2017. "It is nearly every player's dream to play in England so I'm not an exception and hopefully things will be smooth for me in the coming weeks", he added.

Dustin Johnson ready for long game in US Open double bid

June 20, 2017

As far as the actual golfing goes, all eyes will be on Dustin Johnson as he looks to the first golfer to win back-to-back U.S. Opens in almost three decades. Open in a playoff with Zach Johnson. Prior to the Masters , Johnson won the Dell Technologies Match Play, the Genesis Open at Riviera Country Club and the WGC Mexico Championship.

Pakistan dominate Champions Trophy team of the tournament

June 19, 2017

In-form Shikhar Dhawan , who was the top scorer in the tournament with 317 runs, also fell to Amir at 21 when he was caught behind in the 9th over. India continued to lose wickets at the regular intervals. "I am more happy and delighted for players like Fakhar Zaman and Hasan Ali, who impressed their peers through their talent and performances", Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed said in an ICC release.

Burling, Kiwis beat Oracle third time in America's Cup

June 19, 2017

Emirates Team New Zealand had a flawless start to the America's Cup match with two wins over Oracle Team USA, but they're kicking themselves for a far from ideal performance overall. Oracle does have history on its side. Despite relinquishing the point advantage they held at the beginning of the day, ORACLE TEAM USA helmsman Jimmy Spithill is refusing to panic, especially with the experience of overturning an 8-1 deficit to the same opposition in 2013.

Team New Zealand capsizes in America's Cup challenger race

June 19, 2017

It's been a dramatic week in the America's Cup challenger eliminations on Bermuda's Great Sound , and the main event is still a week away. "We are disappointed not to be going into the final, but we are very proud of what we have achieved", Barker said in a live television interview on board SoftBank Team Japan's sleek black 50-foot (15 metre) catamaran.

'Real Madrid to decide future of striker Alvaro Morata'

June 20, 2017

Manchester United are said to be close to taking advantage of the situation and are now favourites to sign the 24-year-old striker from Real Madrid . The Express also say that United stars Ander Herrera and David De Gea have spoken with Morata while away on global duty this week and told him what life is like at Old Trafford.

Sexton set to start on Lions bench

June 19, 2017

Robbie Henshaw and Jared Payne slot into the midfield, suggesting two of Ben Te'o, Jonathan Joseph and Jonathan Davies will start on Saturday. They supplement a Lions squad depleted by the loss of Stuart Hogg (facial injury) and Ross Moriarty (back injury), with Owen Farrell a doubt for Saturday's first Test after suffering a quadriceps injury in training.

UFC fighter Matt Hughes condition

June 19, 2017

Cox had also suggested that Hughes had suffered a collapsed lung as a result of the accident, which saw a train collide with the passenger-side of the former two-time UFC welterweight champions pick-up truck. Illinois State Police said Hughes' pickup was traveling on a road in central Illinois when the driver crossed railroad tracks marked with a warning. Hughes was seriously injured and airlifted to HSHS St.

Pacific drives global ad market

June 19, 2017

Both Dentsu Aegis and Interpublic's Magna Global issued revisions earlier this month. Slower-than-expected economic growth was cited for the downgrades. While some regions rise, others will fall. Indeed, it is forecast to fall in the United Kingdom from 9.6% in 2016 to just 0.6% this year, bring Europe's growth rate down from 4.6% to 2%.

Blaney wins 1st career NASCAR Cup race at Pocono Raceway

June 20, 2017

The team has won at least one race in each of the last six decades, but none since Trevor Bayne took the Daytona 500 in 2011. It was also the 99th victory for Wood Brothers Racing , putting the team one step closer to a milestone of their own.

Rory McIlroy destroys ex-PGA Tour pro who called him out

June 19, 2017

That's not up for debate and professional athletes should always expect criticism when they fail to perform. You probably hadn't heard of Elkington but he won a US PGA Championship in 1995 and two Player's Championships. McIlroy birdied four of his last six holes in Wisconsin, but still missed the cut by four shots. Following his meagre display at Erin Hills, McIlroy will be hoping to rediscover top form when he takes on the Travelers Championship before heading back to Europe for the ...

No. 3 Halep faces unseeded Ostapenko in French Open final

June 19, 2017

Paris: Few other people saw it coming but Jelena Ostapenko's mother was not surprised that her daughter burst into the limelight to claim the French Open title in spectacular fashion on Saturday. The tournament has always caused an upset to top seeds every now and then both in Men's and Women's championships since it is played in the hard court.

Made available for expansion draft

June 19, 2017

Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury is one marquee player's who's not expected to receive any added protection from his team. Neal is a nine-time 20-goal scorer. The NHL Expansion Draft will be held Wednesday, June 21. Remember regular trading can resume Thursday, Jun. 22 at 8 a.m. ET and the free agency period begins Jul.

After intense final, Pak-India players enjoy spirit of cricket

June 19, 2017

Praising Pakistan for their brilliant all-round performance in the Champions Trophy final here on Sunday, Indian skipper Virat Kohli said the green brigade can upset any team on their day. "I don't think the first game (against Pakistan in Birmingham) will have any relevance here". These two lads, plus Shadab Khan , are the future of Pakistan cricket and I sincerely hope they will only go in the upward direction from here.

Draymond Green slept on Klay Thompson's couch after winning the NBA Finals

June 19, 2017

And things apparently got so insane that Green ended up passing out on Thompson's couch at one point during the early morning. "Tuesday morning, I slept on Klay's couch", Green said. Or at least that's what I think MT was doing - he was on Klay Thompson's float yesterday, he got great backstage access, then I couldn't find him until MT called us from his cellphone today, somewhere from Downtown Oakland.

Pakistan army mocks India after Champions Trophy victory

June 19, 2017

The Pakistan Cricket Board is haemorrhaging money and several Pakistani cricketers have been accused of match fixing. "I don't see any relevance of the first game here because you can never tell how a particular team starts a tournament".

Reds take star HS RHP Greene at No. 2

June 19, 2017

Youth and potential took precedence over experienced products with three consecutive high school players selected to open the draft and four coming off the board within the first six picks The unexpected trends at the top of draft resulted in a bevy of college talent available later in the first round.

Pakistan can upset any team on their day, says Virat Kohli

June 19, 2017

India had won the tournament in 2013 by beating England. And not by a whisker. Revelation and redemption helped Pakistan turn world cricket's order upside down as Fakhar Zaman's maiden one-day worldwide century and Mohammad Amir's brilliant new-ball spell underpinned a landslide 180-run win over India in the Champions Trophy final.

Vegas fight is 'ridiculous', says Lewis

June 19, 2017

Lewis is referring to the fact that McGregor is a mixed martial arts fighter rather than a boxer. "You are talking about one discipline where you can use only your hands and only a few can do it", he said. "I don't know what the outcome or the answer is when this thing's over, but what the hell, we're going to give it a shot and see what happens". The Nevada State Athletic Commission have given their blessing to the contest being record as a 50th win for Mayweather, although McGregor will be ...

Everton to make €20 million move for Jorgensen

June 19, 2017

Everton have raced out of the blocks in terms of getting transfer targets tied down. The Premier League club have already been busy in reinforcing this summer following the additions of goalkeeper Jordan Pickford and midfielder Davy Klaassen from Sunderland and Ajax respectively.

Everton sign Nathangelo Markelo and add to title-winning U23 squad

June 19, 2017

Everton have announced the signing of teenage defender Nathangelo Markelo on a three-year deal from FC Volendam . The young defender had been extensively scouted by Everton and other leading European clubs, but according to reports from Liverpool Echo , the Blues have secured the deal for the Holland U-18 worldwide.

Tom Brady wants to play a National Football League game in China

June 19, 2017

For years, there have been reports about a planned preseason National Football League game that will be played in China, but those plans have yet to come to fruition. "We had an opportunity, I think, 10 years ago and my team was going to play here", Brady said. Brady is headed to Shanghai on Tuesday and will visit Tokyo on Wednesday, according to ESPN.

Bollywood forgets cricket after Pakistan win ICC Champions Trophy

June 19, 2017

Left-arm pacer Mohammed Aamir bowled a terrific opening spell, picking up three key Indian wickets. Fakhar, four knocks into his global career, struck a buoyant big-match century against his team's archrivals, denting key bowlers out of shape during a 128-run opening stand with Azhar Ali, before a bristling Pakistan grew the total with hitherto unsuspected power and skill.

Florentino Perez to continue as Real Madrid President

June 19, 2017

The 32-year-old's future at Real Madrid now looks uncertain with reports suggesting on Friday that he wants to leave Spain after the authorities accused him of tax evasion. "The point now is whether he really has chose to leave", added Calderon. "One year before he was going to come [in 2008], he told me that he was really grateful to Manchester United , the fans, the people there, his teammates - everything in the city".

Lewis Hamilton: Canadian GP domination is 'great blow' to Ferrari

June 19, 2017

Hamilton e he had qualified badly and finished seventh at the Monaco Grand Prix. This was Lewis Hamilton's 6th win in Canada in last 10 races in the city and it is also the best record that he has recorded at all the circuits that he raced in.

US Open snippets from second round at Erin Hills

June 19, 2017

He didn't make a birdie the rest of the way and had to settle for a 70. Because of that you can go out and play some great golf but you have a bunch of guys out there that can play some good golf as well. In all, 23 players are within four shots of the lead. Matsuyama tied a second-round U.S. Open record in relation to par with his seven-under score, and his bogey-free 65 could have been even better.

Cink in four-way tie for lead as Fowler battles

June 19, 2017

LPGA TOUR: Alena Sharp shot her second straight 66 to move into a share of the lead at 12-under 132 after the second round of the Manulife LPGA Classic. Scott, meanwhile, was closer to the cut line than the lead for much of the day, but he stormed home with an eagle and two birdies in the final five holes to jump to equal 11th.

Champions Trophy Final: 'Passionate' Pakistan outplayed us, says Virat Kohli

June 19, 2017

Meanwhile, Pakistan would consider it as a golden opportunity to avenge their first match defeat against India and clinch their maiden title. "For years now, Pakistan is playing home matches in Dubai". Q. Just wanted to ask, what have you been telling the youngsters in the team through the campaign, Hassan Ali is obviously a few ODIs old, Fakhar Zaman also, so what have you personally been telling the youngsters on the team coming into the campaign for such a big tournament, ...

Mercedes A-Class, AMG GT sedans shown to United States dealers

June 19, 2017

Ken Schnitzer, chairman of the Mercedes-Benz dealership and owner of four establishments in Texas, said he was confident that the future model would be very competitive in the market. For this reason, the A-Class should help Mercedes attract more youthful buyers and conquest consumers coming from other brands. Mercedes-Benz plans on expanding its sedan lineup with two new cars when 2018 rolls around.

Cody Bellinger homers twice in Los Angeles Dodgers' win over Cleveland Indians

June 19, 2017

While it's unclear as to which fans the gesture was meant for, there is seating in the dugout suites close to home plate. If this was indeed a preview of the 2017 World Series, the Indians will go into knowing firsthand what to expect from Kershaw, whose list of accomplishments is as long as the 430-foot home run Tribe catcher Roberto Perez hit off him in the bottom of the fifth to tie the game, 2-2.

Rassie Erasmus Has Triggered Six Months' Notice Clause In Munster Contract

June 19, 2017

Erasmus will still be in charge for the start of the new season, but his future past that point remains unclear. Despite reports at the end of Munster's season claiming that director of rugby Rassie Erasmus had informed the players that he would be staying on with the province, it's possible that looming fears of a return to South Africa may become reality sooner than hoped.

Mayfield accepts guilty plea for 3 misdemeanors

June 19, 2017

Mayfield accepted a plea deal on misdemeanor charges of public intoxication, fleeing and disorderly conduct that he incurred in Fayetteville, Ark., on February 25, per The Oklahoman . "I am anxious to fulfill the responsibilities that have been set and am continuing to dedicate myself to the high standard that everyone rightfully expects from someone in my position".

One arrest after vehicle hits people outside of London mosque

June 19, 2017

The Muslim Council of Britain called the incident a "violent manifestation" of Islamophobia and said authorities should increase security outside of mosques "as a matter of urgency". The appalling attack on Muslims in Finsbury Park is an attack on us all and on the culture and values of our country. Police said the 48-year-old man who was driving the vehicle has been arrested and taken to a hospital as a precaution.

Pakistan leapfrog to sixth place in ICC ODI rankings

June 19, 2017

Amir trapped Rohit Sharma leg before off the third ball in the opening over without even a single run on the board. Some teams might not have the best starts, and they come back amazingly, which Pakistan have done. "The credit goes to my boys; they're learning very well and they work hard.When superstars play, it is easier to guide them during a match because they don't need much guidance; they already know how to cope with high-pressure situations".

Newcastle eye Chelsea transfer target Willy Caballero

June 19, 2017

And the 35-year-old has wasted no time in finding himself a new club after agreeing to move to the Premier League champions. Chelsea are in the market for a new back-up goalkeeper to first-choice shot-stopper Thibaut Courtois after the club sold Asmir Begovic to Bournemouth in a deal worth almost £10million last month.

Champions Trophy: Hardik Pandya Hits Fastest Half-Century In ICC Tournament Finals

June 19, 2017

Kohli said after the game: "We can be very proud of that as a unit, and we leave here with our heads held high because we understand the kind of expectations and pressures we face as a team ". Yet not matter how well we pulled ourselves together in this crucial competition, we must not lose sight of the fact that the team , just like the cricket Board, is practically falling apart.

India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2017: Historic victory, says Sarfraz Ahmed

June 19, 2017

Mohammad Amir removed all of India's top three batsmen as Pakistan stunned their arch-rivals with a remarkable 180-run win in cricket's Champions Trophy final at The Oval in London yesterday. Mohammad Amir had Rohit Sharma lbw in the first over and the king of the ODI chase, Virat Kohli came in at 0-1 but instead of steadying the ship he was dropped after just eight balls and instead of taking that reprieve he was out one ball later.

Pakistan bowler Wahab Riaz ruled out of Champions Trophy

June 19, 2017

Kohli told reporters after the game: "The way Yuvi batted, it was the game-changing innings, to be honest". Yes, Virat Kohli earned a lot of appreciation for his phenomenal captaincy but, Yuvraj Singh's unexpected performance on the field also left everyone surprised.

Cricket South Africa launches T20 Global League, announces names of teams owners

June 19, 2017

SRK's team will be called Capetown Knight Riders.This is SRK's third team in T20 cricket leagues after Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League and Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League. "He is a global super-star and I will be happy to see him signing more autographs than I will do", he joked. The player draft is scheduled for August 19, with nearly 400 players from 10 countries confirming their interest.

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