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Robert Whittaker Out, Yoel Romero Now Faces Luke Rockhold at UFC 221

January 13, 2018

Finally, Friday's news confirms two additional points in we still can not have nice things in MMA, and the UFC's love for interim belts continues to roll strong. Romero was already scheduled for a fight a few weeks later at UFC on FOX 28 from Orlando in a middleweight bout against David Branch . The switch is yet another unusual turn in the UFC's middleweight division.

Kerber downs Barty in Sydney International final

January 13, 2018

Barty fought hard on Saturday in muggy conditions but was no match for the German two-time grand slam champion's experience, going down 6-4 6-4 at Sydney Olympic Park. Kerber , who began past year at the top of the rankings before finishing at No. 22, won her seventh straight match of 2018, including four singles at the Hopman Cup last week.

Liverpool open RB Leipzig talks over new Keita fee for January deal

January 13, 2018

German outlet reported that the Bundesliga outfit were open to the possibility of letting their star-man go in the winter window, a claim which the club are refuted in public. "The Liverpool-Naby-Keita-Companies-House-RB-Leipzig-transfer-gossip" Daily ExpressLiverpool-Naby-Keita-Companies-House-RB-Leipzig-transfer-gossip" says despite Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp 's hesitation on Friday, it appears the situation has taken a dramatic twist.

Leads Ducks to upset at Arizona State

January 13, 2018

Ionescu's double-double was her eighth of the season. The Ducks fought their way back behind Brown, closing the first half on a 14-2 run and pulling even at 41-all on his buzzer-beating 3-pointer. "We're not playing to the best of our abilities right now", Ionescu said. "It's exciting to see that we're winning when we're not playing to the best of our abilities".

They searched and found nothing, says P Chidambaram

January 13, 2018

Nothing was recovered from Karti's house during the raid. The raids took place after Chidambaram failed to appear before the ED. The searches were carried out at five locations, one in Delhi's Jor Bagh and four in Chennai . "The main ground in the case is that there is no FIR in respect of a scheduled crime registered by any police agency including the CBI", said Chidambaram.

What Sanchez Said When Asked Which Manchester Club He Will Join

January 13, 2018

After months of avoiding questions over Sanchez's future, Wenger has finally admitted that the Chilean will leave the Gunners. Arsenal are now preparing for their Premier League trip to Bournemouth on Sunday afternoon as they look to return to winning ways in the top flight.

Olivier, Ngidi added to South Africa squad for second Test

January 13, 2018

Significantly, South Africa has strengthened its hold on India in the first Test match. He had made his Test debut against Sri Lanka a year ago in Johannesburg where he took five wickets in the match but has not been able to establish himself as a regular member of the side against strong competition.

Rafael Nadal loses to Richard Gasquet at Kooyong Classic

January 13, 2018

Twelve months on from his unforgettable surge to a fifth Open crown aged 35 and in his first official tournament back after six months out of the game, Federer admits he can still barely believe what he pulled off. Venus Williams, who last won a Slam in 2008, is seeded five and has a first-round encounter with Swiss Belinda Bencic. Top-ranked Simona Halep opens against Australian wild card Destanee Aiava, has a potential second-round match against 2014 Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard ...

Antonio Brown expected to be game-time decision

January 13, 2018

Brown was sent home from practice on Friday due to the illness. Stephon Tuitt (right elbow), B.J. Finney and Artie Burns (right knee hyperextension) all practiced fully on Friday, Tomlin said. We do need to get him well from an illness standpoint. All three players sat out the team's Thursday practice with their injuries. The Jaguars will face the Steelers at Heinz Field Sunday at 1:05 p.m.

Mets offer 50 Cent chance to redeem himself with another first pitch

January 13, 2018

He also spoke on how the pitch has lived on in infamy, even getting its own baseball card . Jackson has marveled at the staying power of his pitch, a lefthanded throw that immediately veered to the right of catcher Anthony Recker, nicking a cameraman behind home plate at Citi Field.

Steve Wilks will not interview for Colts HC job

January 13, 2018

Interviews with Wilks and Studesville would satisfy the league's Rooney Rule, which requires teams to speak with at least one minority hiring during their search. This marked the first time Tisch took part in the interview process, which might indicate an added level of interest on the part of the Giants. Wilks also coached the San Diego Chargers secondary from 2009-11 and the Chicago Bears defensive backs from 2006-08.

Bruce Arians: Nick Saban 'covets' Giants coaching job

January 13, 2018

I don't like it, ' Collins said while in Atlanta before Alabama's overtime win on Monday. In an appearance on The Heard with Colin Cowherd , Arians said he wouldn't be surprised if Saban went to the Giants . History: It would be tempting to turn around the Giants and build a dynasty there, but Saban is 12 years older than Gruden. The Giants are coming off a 3-13 season.

Serena Williams absence gives chance for a new superstar to emerge

January 13, 2018

At one point, Alexis Olympia's heart rate dipped so low that doctors needed to perform an emergency C-section. When doctors finally gave her a CT scan, it revealed that she did indeed have blood clots in her lungs, causing the shortness of breath.

Lightning's Hedman out 3-to-6 weeks with lower-body injury

January 13, 2018

He can help dictate a lot of the play in how we're doing things, but it's not like we haven't lost him before. I guess the big worry would be if it's long term, but, again, it's hard to say... Hedman has been one of the top defensemen in the National Hockey League this season, with six goals and 33 points in 44 games. Stamkos, who missed 65 games last season with a torn lateral meniscus in his right knee, said Thursday that Hedman's skill set can not be replaced in the lineup.

Dominic Thiem an Australian Open doubt after Kooyong Classic withdrawal

January 13, 2018

In a video posted to Twitter, Djokovic also wrote: "I feel ready!" "I don't want to be over-confident, but I'm very, very happy with how it went today". 14 seems to have put those behind him and is trying to stay positive. However, the six-time AO victor also seemed rusty in his second competitive match.

Jack Wilshere and Aaron Ramsey in contention for Arsenal's clash with Bournemouth

January 13, 2018

Arsenal fans were left anxious after midfielder, Jack Wilshere limped off the pitch at Stamford Bridge last night. Jack Wilshere suffered an ankle injury vs Conte's men and he should be replaced by Mohamed Elneny in the midfield. Wales' Aaron Ramsey is back in the squad but Nacho Monreal, Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud all remain on the sidelines. Asked about Ozil's injury, Wenger added: 'It's his knee.

George Clooney's TV comeback lands at Hulu

January 13, 2018

This will be Clooney's first major foray back into television since leaving the NBC drama ER when that series ended in 2009. The series landed at the streaming service following a bidding war that ensued when Paramount TV and Anonymous Content's development of the project was announced late a year ago.

David Moyes has no intention of selling Andy Carroll and Javier Hernandez

January 13, 2018

He thrives on balls in the box. "When I joined, Javier was injured and we had to go with Marko and Michail up front in different games", Moyes said. My intention is not to let anybody go. "Maybe in a lot of games we have not been able to give him that service". It's a crucial epoch that Moyes is fully aware of the importance.

Incontro ag. Rafinha-Barcellona: il punto della trattativa - GDM

January 13, 2018

Arrivano ulteriori novità nella trattativa che porterebbe il brasiliano Rafinha all'Inter. Tra il club blaugrana e quello neroazzurro, infatti, non vi è ancora l'accordo sul prezzo del riscatto. E' praticamente fatta per Lisandro Lopez , difensore proveniente dal Benfica , mentre adesso si attende la risposta del Barcellona per quanto riguarda Rafinha .

David Silva Tipped To Return As Manchester City Face Liverpool Test

January 13, 2018

The sides who have most troubled Manchester City this season are those who have sat deep and conceded possession to Pep Guardiola's slick Premier League leaders. Is it simply a coincidence? In a usual season they would be in the title shake-up (their 44 points at this stage would have put them top in 2015/16), but given City's dominance, they are having to settle for a position amongst the also-rans in the race for the Champions League spots.

I don't think Mahrez would want to go to Arsenal - Wise

January 13, 2018

Liverpool are now fourth in the Premier League , three points behind second-placed Manchester United. The 25-year-old Brazil worldwide, who can operate as an attacking midfielder or as a winger, is one of the best players in the world and will be missed at the Reds .

Arsenal's Coquelin to affix Valencia, says Wenger

January 13, 2018

Neither club disclosed the transfer fee. Coquelin joined Arsenal in 2008 and made 160 appearance for the club. He has represented France at every youth level from under-17 to under-21. "It wasn't to be and now this opportunity has come up". "I'm very happy, it's a big challenge for me, I start a new life, but I'm very excited", Coquelin told Valencia's website, saying he had talked to coach Marcelino Garcia Toral.

Juan Martin del Potro beats Shapovalov in straight sets

January 13, 2018

The 2009 US Open champion was faced with an unsurprising show of endurance from his Spanish opponent, who was typically dogged in a contest that lasted one hour and 47 minutes. Former champions Juan Martin del Potro and Roberto Bautista Agut will meet Saturday in the final of the ATP Tour's ASB Classic. "I'm just so pleased to be able to make another final".

Pistons roll past Nets in Brooklyn 114-80

January 13, 2018

That's inexcusable. It's unacceptable. In particular, Drummond could be kryptonite to the staple of every National Basketball Association team's offense, the pick and roll. That being said, Kenny Atkinson and his staff should throw this tape out and move onto the next game. "We got off to a decent start and then they just dominated us the rest of the way in every phase of the game - and there's really not a lot to say much more than that".

Huskers Fall in Overtime at Penn State

January 13, 2018

They combined for four free throws and Watson hit the final shot of regulation moments later to send it to overtime 65-65. Despite that quick start for Penn State , the Cornhuskers hovered around a 10-point deficit for the majority of the second half, but a run just before the final media timeout took a Penn State lead that was once 16 points down to a single-possession game.

Europe's Ryder hopefuls face Asia in EurAsia

January 13, 2018

They join Swedes Henrik Stenson (world No 9) and Alex Noren (19); England's Paul Casey (14), Tyrrell Hatton (17), Tommy Fleetwood (18), Matthew Fitzpatrick (29) and Ross Fisher (31); Spain's Rafa Cabrera Bello (20); Belgium's Thomas Pieters (38) and Austria's Bernd Wiesberger (42) in a side that features several likely members of Bjorn's 2018 Ryder Cup team.

Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni set to be retained by RCB and CSK

January 13, 2018

There is no official update yet on the MS Dhoni's presence in the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). It will air live on Star Sports' streaming service Hotstar . Kings XI Punjab has said it may retain one player. · An uncapped player who is retained will only cost the franchise Rs 3 crore. The money will be deducted from the franchises' auction purse.

Caso Alanís no era problema de dinero

January 13, 2018

En otros temas, y muy a su estilo, seco y directo, Vergara afirmó que no le importa si otros equipos se están reforzando con jugadores europeos, haciendo alusión a la llegada esta noche del delantero francés Jérémy Ménez, quien se convirtió en el quinto refuerzo del América.

White Sox bring back Miguel Gonzalez for 2018

January 13, 2018

Gonzalez was one of the White Sox' most consistent pitchers over the past season and a half up until his trade. Gonzalez, 33, spent the 2016 season with the White Sox and much of 2017 there before being traded to the Rangers last August. The veteran pitcher has pitched a total of 268.2 innings with the Sox over the past two seasons and he will be relied upon to provide stability for 2018.

Defending champions India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets

January 13, 2018

India won the toss and chose to bowl first. Pakistani blind cricket team are leading the points table after registering back-to-back victories against Bangladesh and Nepal. India , on the other hand, defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in their second match courtesy Deepak Malik's unbeaten 179 off 103 balls. Few of the names featuring in the tournament, like India's Prithvi Shaw , Australia's Austin Waugh and South Africa's Thando Ntini have already attracted many eyeballs.

Craig Tiley says Maria Sharapova deserving of draw ceremony invite

January 13, 2018

In the absence of Williams and Victoria Azarenka, who is embroiled in a custody battle over baby son Leo, Sharapova and 2016 champion Angelique Kerber are the only former winners in the draw. Sharapova, 30, now 47th in the rankings, believes she can be world No.1.'That is the ultimate goal, ' she said. "I watched the whole tournament and I remember it very well", she said.

Florida House passes plan to bar 'sanctuary cities'

January 13, 2018

The debate took on another element Friday, after widespread reports that Trump questioned why the United States should accept immigrants from "s--hole countries" like Haiti, El Salvador and countries in Africa. The Florida House has overwhelmingly approved a ban against sanctuary policies. Sponsored by Rep. Larry Metz , HB 9 requires local and state agencies to comply with federal immigration authorities and prohibits sanctuary policies.

Federer embraces Australian Open favouritism

January 13, 2018

The Swiss legend, who starts as favourite to win his 20th Grand Slam title, has been handed a tough draw as he could face either 22nd seed Milos Raonic or 13th seed Sam Querrey as early as in the fourth round. Twelve months on from his unforgettable surge to a fifth Open crown aged 35 and in his first official tournament back after six months out of the game, Federer admits he can still barely believe what he pulled off.

National Football League divisional playoffs: Picks and betting lines

January 13, 2018

The Titans were down 21-3 to the Kansas City Chiefs last Saturday before storming back for a 22-21 victory at Arrowhead Stadium. They also got the ball to Julio Jones plenty this game as Jones finished with 94 yards and a score. "There is also the whole emotion around Ryan Shazier". However, I have the Patriots winning this game 27-20. "I don't think you take it for granted".

Chelsea v Leicester City

January 13, 2018

Chelsea can easily win even on an off day, and Leicester can only win with a five-star performance - such is the difference. Unlike his remarkably poor record against Arsenal , Conte is a ideal 4-for-4 against the Foxes , with 12 scored and 3 conceded in all competitions.

49ers Reuben Foster arrested in Alabama

January 13, 2018

The former Crimson Tide linebacker has had prior issues, falling in the draft for various reasons. Foster was the second of two first-round picks (No. Last March, Foster was dismissed from the 2017 NFL Scouting Combine after an altercation with medical staff. He blew up at medical personnel at the National Football League combine and his urine sample came back dilute, which is an automatic positive test.

Towns' near triple-double pushes Wolves past Knicks, 118-108

January 13, 2018

Karl-Anthony Towns finished an assist shy of a triple-double for Minnesota. . Andrew Wiggins finished with 16 points, six rebounds and two steals. Prior to getting hurt, he was averaging a career-high 17.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.3 threes and 1.1 steals across 34.1 minutes per game.

Antonio Conte admits he could leave Chelsea in May

January 13, 2018

It has been extraordinary. Should they prove unsuccessful in this venture this season Emery's position at the helm will come under scrutiny, with Mourinho and Conte top of the bill, as report the Mirror . "I think it's not important, the association, you understand. That never happened to me and it will never happen". "It's the Chelsea shirt which makes managers nervous.

Patriots stress importance of keeping Marcus Mariota in pocket

January 13, 2018

The biggest surprise of Wild-Card Weekend was sixth-seeded Tennessee (10-7 SU, 9-7-1 ATS) as an 8.5-point underdog going to AFC West champion Kansas City and winning 22-21 despite trailing 21-3 midway through the third quarter. The former fourth-round pick has established himself as Brady's most trusted target outside of Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski. Harmon, one of the team's captains, pointed out that Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota can be effective with his mobility and the ...

Liverpool favourites to complete move for £89 million LaLiga superstar

January 13, 2018

Liverpool agreed to sell the Brazilian playmaker for £142million last week as Barcelona finally signed a player they first targeted last summer. "It's good for him, bad for the Premier League because he's one of the best players in the league", Sky Sports News quotes him as saying.

Nexstar Media Group (NXST) Stock Rating Upgraded by BidaskClub

January 13, 2018

Qvt Financial Lp decreased Nexstar Media Group Inc ( NXST ) stake by 7.62% reported in 2017Q3 SEC filing. Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has 6 buy ratings, 0 holds and 0 sells even after the stock tumbled -2.55% from its high of $80.45 to a $3.61 billion market value through last close.

Rory McIlroy reveals heart irregularity he has 'to keep on top of'

January 13, 2018

He says he'll get an electrocardiogram every six months and an MRI once per year. As he prepares to return to competitive golf at the Abu Dhabi Championship next week, McIlroy revealed in in a wide-ranging interview with the Telegraph that a year and a half ago he suffered a viral infection in China, which left scar tissue and caused a thickening of his heart's left ventricle.

Everton out to shrink gap with Tottenham, in short and long term

January 13, 2018

Leighton Baines (calf), Seamus Coleman (broken leg) and Ramiro Funes Mori (knee) are all missing in defence for Allardyce while Michael Keane is also doubtful after he picked up a foot injury in the defeat to Liverpool last weekend. 17-year-old Rodel Richards scored another two goals for the youth team this week when they comprehensively beat their counterparts from the Liverpool academy 4-0.

Lacking man fell by Lake Erie ice, say Monroe County police

January 13, 2018

Clair. And on the other side of the state, on Lake St Clair, Coast Guard crews rescued a Canadian man from the ice. They said a man was on the ice and they had got an approximate location from his cell phone and crews were able respond by land, but the Royal Canadian Air Force couldn't respond due to weather.

Kohli fan sets himself on fire after Indian skipper falls cheaply

January 13, 2018

Along with Kohli, men who have held the Indian batting together like Cheteshwar Pujara and Rohit Sharma also failed. The options for the second Test are limited and, in fact, little if the team management goes by normal cricket sense instead of panicking after the loss at Newlands .

Heavy rainfall expected for Limerick as Met Eireann issues weather warning

January 13, 2018

A warning - which was issued this morning - has been valid since 11:00am and will remain in place until 11:00am tomorrow (Saturday, January 13). A status yellow warning has been issued, as forecasts predict between 25 to 40 mm of rain in the 24 hour period from noon on Friday to noon on Saturday with flooding in places.

Alexis Sanchez Offer to Arsenal Rumoured

January 13, 2018

When asked if United were interested in signing the 29-year-old Chilean worldwide, who is out of contract at the end of the season, Wenger said "nothing is really concrete at the moment". It looked like the player was set to move to City in the January transfer window. Manchester United stepped in the negotiations and are willing to offer more money and a player (believed to be Henrikh Mkhitaryan ) for the Arsenal superstar.

Livestream, photos from funeral of fallen Philly firefighter

January 13, 2018

It was last Saturday when he ran into a building during a 2-alarm fire in North Philadelphia. Firefighters on the scene rescued LeTourneau and took him to the hospital, where he died from his injuries, . A resident of Springfield in Delco and 11-year veteran of the fire department, LeTourneau graduatedCardinal O'Hara High School in 1993 and got an associate's degree in fire science at Delaware County Community College.

Eden Hazard voted into UEFA Fan's Team of the Year

January 13, 2018

What do you make of UEFA's 2017 Team of the Year? The midfielder has enjoyed a stunning year and is one of just two Premier League players in the 11, with Chelsea's Eden Hazard the other. The Belgian duo are the only Premier League selections included in the list, with the team dominated by five selections from back-to-back Champions League winners Real Madrid.

Orioles, Machado fail to reach contract agreement, on course for arbitration hearing

January 13, 2018

Britton, who who is recovering from surgery to fix a torn right Achilles tendon, reached agreement for a $12 million salary this season. The Britton and Brach news was reported by BaltimoreBaseball.com and confirmed by industry sources .

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