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Always conducted myself with integrity, says Sanath Jayasuriya after ICC charge

Октября 16, 2018

Sanath Jayasuriya has been charged with two counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code, and has been given 14 days from October 15 to respond. The investigation led to Galle curator Jayananda Warnaweera being banned for three years in 2016 for failing to cooperate with the Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU).

Pliskova sets up Tianjin final with Garcia

Октября 16, 2018

Teenager Dayana Yastremska easily saw off the challenge of Wang Qiang in the Hong Kong Open final to win her first WTA Tour trophy. This was the third final between No.1 and No.2 seeds in 2018, and the lower seeded player has always on the title, at Auckland and the Australian Open.

Aaron Hernandez' Gay Lover Speaks Out: 'We Didn't Want People to Know'

Октября 16, 2018

Neither Jonathan Hernandez nor Aaron's lawyer George Leontire identified the perpetrator of the abuse. On Saturday, the Boston Globe published the first of a six-part series on the former New England Patriots tight end who committed suicide while in prison on April 19, 2017.

Liverpool Dealt Fresh Blow As Key Man Suffers Injury On International Duty

Октября 16, 2018

Sources have told ESPN FC that Liverpool believe it is too early to determine whether any of the injured players are doubts for Saturday's trip to Huddersfield Town. 'He is ready to play next weekend'. That game could see the return of fellow midfielder Adam Lallana, who has played just three minutes this season after sustaining a groin injury while on England duty last month.

West Indies coach Stuart Law suspended for first two ODIs against India

Октября 16, 2018

Openers Prithvi Shaw (33 not out) and Lokesh Rahul (33 not out) guided the side home easily in just 16.1 overs on the third day of the Test. Holder, who had also got his opposite number Virat Kohli's prized scalp on day two, became only the second pace bowler after India's Umesh Yadav , who took 6-88 in the West Indies innings, to claim a five-wicket haul at the ground.

Le'Veon Bell not expected to report to Pittsburgh Steelers this week

Октября 16, 2018

Fowler sort of walked back that report on Monday, extending his prediction to next week. But that now appears unlikely to happen, according to a new report from ESPN . Bottom line: Bell is looking out for himself. Instead, it was much of the same as it has been - an empty locker and Steelers players confirming that Bell was nowhere in the facility.

Pepperell takes 3-shot lead into British Masters final round

Октября 16, 2018

Wallace has three of those wins and is playing in his 50th European Tour event this week, while Fleetwood is the reigning Race to Dubai champion and successfully defended his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA title at the start of the year.

Next stop F1? Mick Schumacher can be ‘one of sport’s greats’

Октября 16, 2018

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has opened his praise book after watching Mick Schumacher clinch the F3 title yesterday. Michael Schumacher won the F3 German title in 1990 before starting his Formula One career one year later. It is expected that after two seasons Mick Schumacher , too, could make his debut in Formula 1 . For nearly 15 years the sportsman competed in the prestigious Formula One championship, teaming up with big names such as Benetton Ford, Mercedes and Ferrari.

Endeavor Considers Withdrawing From Saudi Arabia Deal

Октября 16, 2018

Although officials agreed to the investigation, Whitson said that the message from the Saudi government is clear. "It sounded to me like maybe these could have been rogue killers ". October 9: Cengiz writes an op-ed in Washington Post , saying her husband-to-be had applied for USA citizenship and that his reason for visiting Turkey was to take care of all necessary paperwork for them to marry before he returned to Washington .

Boston Red Sox ace Chris Sale released from hospital

Октября 16, 2018

The Red Sox are carrying just 11 pitchers for the ALCS , but Eduardo Rodriguez could provide multiple innings in relief. Ultimately, the Red Sox went on to win 7-4 to even the ALCS at one game apiece. Division Series, tightening up what was a 5-4 win over the Yankees . "The ball, the wall, he's backpedaling". Hinch said of Gonzalez, "He got back to the wall".

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Preview, Tips, and Odds

Октября 16, 2018

High-powered Los Angeles had just two singles off starter Wade Miley before breaking through against Milwaukee's vaunted bullpen. The Brewers won Monday night, 4-0 , and, while no, the game wasn't particularly close until Jeremy Jeffress's nightly meltdown, the game also didn't signal any fatal flaw in the Dodgers .

Kiwis out to restore New Zealand's faith

Октября 16, 2018

The New Zealand rugby league team say their fate lies in their owns hands as they face up to being overshadowed by Tonga in their own backyard. "I love the attitude; I loved the way they kept hanging in; I loved the way we almost won the footy game", Meninga said.

Wild ending keeps Miami Dolphins atop the AFC East with win

Октября 16, 2018

After going 0-4 as a starter with the Broncos past year, it marked Osweiler's first win since January 7, 2017 when he was with the Houston Texans and they beat Oakland in the AFC wild card round. If Mack remains hobbled or is forced to miss the game, the Bears will need a player like Leonard Floyd - all zero sacks of him - to step up and have a breakout game.

Manchester United want Massimiliano Allegri to replace Jose Mourinho

Октября 16, 2018

United offered Allegri a three-year contract worth €9million to replace under-fire Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford. Mourinho will head to his former stomping ground once the global break is over, with a trip to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea when the Premier League campaign resumes.

Usain Bolt angry with drugs test

Октября 16, 2018

The superstar is still attracting the attention of doping authoritiesThe world's fastest man is still being chased for drug tests with Usain Bolt left less than impressed after being handed a notice by the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority.

Jimmy Butler and Glen Taylor come to agreement about playing, future trade

Октября 15, 2018

It's if you give him that extension at 34 years old, making that kind of money, it can really handcuff your franchise. That really makes it tough. For his part, Wiggins had praise for Butler, telling reporters Sunday (via the Minneapolis Star Tribune ), "All I know is, when we start playing the real games, Jimmy is someone you want on your team".

Brady, Patriots Top Chiefs For Wild 43-40 Win

Октября 15, 2018

Easily taking the top primetime prize for the night, the hard fought Pats v. Chiefs match-up was up 18% in the early metrics from the Houston Texans win over the Dallas Cowboys last week . Following his struggles Saturday night against the Astros , Sale was admitted to Massachusetts General Hospital on Sunday to be treated for a stomach illness and stayed there overnight for evaluation.

Khabib Nurmagomedov offers to fight Floyd Mayweather

Октября 15, 2018

In 2017, Mayweather battered McGregor and emerged victorious in their crossover fight in boxing rules with a technical knockout in 10 round to secure a final victory in an illustrious career that ended with an unmatched 50-0 record. " McGregor had a fight, I don't know the other one but I know he was unbeaten", he stated. McGregor also left the cage and threw a punch at a person affiliated with Nurmagomedov .

Edelman thinks Gordon 'can be a really big piece' for Patriots

Октября 15, 2018

New England started off the season slow which is normal for New England. The 6-foot, 3-inch, 230-pound, first-round pick (10 overall) out of Texas Tech in the 2017 NFL Draft has passing numbers worthy of MVP consideration in the Chiefs' five wins this season.

Texans QB Watson sure he'll face Bills

Октября 15, 2018

Lorenzo Alexander tipped a pass by Watson at the line and intercepted it on the first drive of the second half. Another former Gamecock, Jadeveon Clowney, also got in on the play, though not in the way his team necessarily wanted - he drew an unsportsmanlike penalty for taunting the Bills after the score.

Jalen Ramsey (knee) questionable for Jaguars versus Cowboys

Октября 15, 2018

Compare odds and from multiple different online sportsbooks and shop for the best lines at our new NFL Odds & Betting Page . If Jacksonville can not establish the run game, Dallas will hang around longer than Jacksonville wants. Running back Leonard Fournette will be out for the fourth time in six games with a hamstring injury. Charles still holds the National Football League career record average of 5.39 yards per attempt for players with at least 1,000 carries.

Elliott wins NASCAR playoff race at Dover - 10/7/2018 4:54:53 PM

Октября 15, 2018

Following a dominating performance in Sunday's Gander Outdoors 400 , Harvick had a pit gun malfunction cost himself and the No. 4 Stewart-Haas Racing the lead late in the 404-lapper. But that was little consolation after Sunday's disappointment. "We've had so many opportunities and been so close and had the vehicle to win and been in position and I don't know, it just seems to not come through", Almirola said.

Khawaja steers Australia to battling draw with Pakistan

Октября 14, 2018

He came back a better bowler in the second innings with four wickets for 114 runs (three of which came in seven balls) and they included the prized one of centurion and Man of the Match, Usman Khawaja. Khawaja (141, 302 balls, 11 fours), who came into this series with a best Test score of 26 in Asia, silenced his critics with a brilliant hundred on a hard wicket to bat against a quality bowling attack.

Knicks waive Noah to make French center's departure official

Октября 14, 2018

The No. 9 overall pick by the Bulls in 2007, Noah averaged 8.9 points and 9.3 rebounds per game in his 11-year career. It was a foregone conclusion that he wouldn't be part of the 2018-19 roster, but the team wanted to trade him or reach an agreement on an buyout.

Doug McDermott sounds off on appreciation of Jimmy Butler’s leadership style

Октября 14, 2018

Where Garnett drew the line was requesting a trade , something he never did despite winning just two playoff series in 12 years with the team. Man, I was a damn Tasmanian devil. "You can't win without me". "Every team is going to through something at some point of the season". If Tom Thibodeau truly disrupted future trade conversations with Pat Riley in Miami, the Wolves may have to turn to the Houston Rockets as their main suitor for the 4-time All-Star.

India 308-4 at stumps in 2nd West Indies Test

Октября 14, 2018

Riding high on the blistering knock by Prithvi Shaw and a solid partnership between Ajinkya Rahane and Rishabh Pant, India has almost wiped the first innings total of West Indies on the Day 2 of the second Test match in Hyderabad .

Novak Djokovic wins a record fourth Shanghai title over Borna Coric

Октября 14, 2018

Djokovic saved set point in the opener before taking control of the tie break and the second set to dump out the South African seventh seed. In contrast, Coric - who is into his first Masters 1000 final - was largely untroubled on his serve.

Boston's Sale faces Astros' Verlander in Game 1 of ALCS

Октября 14, 2018

Saturday night's opener will be a rematch of Game 1 of the ALDS past year, when the Astros jumped on Sale for seven runs in five innings, including back-to-back homers by Alex Bregman and Altuve in the first. "I was always comfortable with the bullpen", Cora said. The Astros have been established as minus-145 favourites in the ALCS (bet $145 to profit $100) making Boston the winningest regular-season team to enter a playoff series as the underdog.

Barcelona seek Messi’s extension as Argentine may quit for free in 2020

Октября 13, 2018

Maradona , speaking from the Mexican state of Sinaloa where he coaches local second-tier side Dorados, said Messi's break was sensible. "For me it's hard to talk, but it's pointless wanting to make a man who goes to the bathroom 20 times before a match into the leader".

Novak Djokovic takes on Borna Coric in Shanghai Masters final

Октября 13, 2018

Open last month. 'That's the best match I've seen him play [since his comeback],' he said. After the match, Federer admitted he had no answer to Coric's quality on serve. The soon-to-be-No 2-ranked Djokovic booked a final appointment after crushing No 5 Alexander Zverev 6-2, 6-1. "Against that kind of player, you need something to hold on to, " he said.

Chelsea's Eden Hazard: I want to work with Jose Mourinho again

Октября 13, 2018

Chelsea star player Eden Hazard has hinted on why he considers a switch away from the Stamford Bridge to Real Madrid . " Last season with Mourinho was not pleasant ", he said. Pogba had urged Mourinho to adopt a more attacking approach at Old Trafford. "The problem is he plays to enjoy himself and at times doesn't realise the importance of moving from fun to reaping the rewards".

Yankees' Comeback Falls Short in Ninth as Red Sox Win ALDS

Октября 13, 2018

And everything else went Boston's way all night, so why not this? "So every single day I've been peeing like insane, being hydrated", Hicks said. In possibly his final start of a 10-year run with the Yankees , Sabathia allowed three runs on five hits in three innings.

Harry Kane backed to end England drought by Gareth Southgate

Октября 13, 2018

Gareth Southgate's side, who will now prepare to face Spain on Monday, would have been looking to exact some form of retribution against the country that knocked them out of the World Cup in the semi-finals in the summer. Croatia's Ivan Perisic forced a good save from Jordan Pickford with a stinging low shot and Ante Rebic , playing in an unfamiliar lone striker role, fired inches wide with a long-range effort for the revamped home side.

Thierry Henry appointed as Monaco coach on three year contract

Октября 13, 2018

Henry's first match will be against Strasbourg . Thierry Henry has now returned to the club where he started his career in 1993 before leaving in 1999 after 141 games scoring 28 goals. Ligue 1 outfit AS Monaco have appointed Thierry Henry as their new manager, following Leonardo Jardim's departure. Henry was a World Cup victor with France in 1998 and won the European Championship two years later, scoring 51 goals in 123 appearances for Les Bleus.

Federer opens Shanghai defence by mastering Medvedev

Октября 13, 2018

The 37-year-old Swiss top seed faces Spain's unseeded Roberto Bautista Agut on Thursday in the last 16 after what was an unconvincing start against the Russian. "Probably the hardest-hitting player I have ever played against", said Zverev. " At this point in my life, I want to do what I really like to ", said Federer .

De Minaur no match for Zverev in Shanghai

Октября 13, 2018

Despite suffering from a cold, the fourth-seeded German produced a hard-fought win over Nicoloz Basilashvili - and he didn't hide his joy. Basilashvili arrived in Shanghai after beating del Potro in Beijing to win his second career title.

Red Star slam allegations UCL clash with PSG was fixed

Октября 13, 2018

According to French publication L'Equipe, French prosecutors have begun looking into the match-fixing allegations after a tip-off by UEFA. A few days prior to the match, UEFA were allegedly informed that a senior figure within Red Star Belgrade intended, with a series of accomplices, to place several million euro on the Serbian club losing by five goals .

Salah Scores Direct From Corner But Limps Off In Egypt Win

Октября 13, 2018

Overall, it was the 40th goal of Salah's Egypt career, putting the Liverpool star alone in third place among the African nation's all-time top scorers. "Salah's injury is not a muscule tear and I don't think it is serious". Even with Shaqiri available and Salah having gone four games without a goal for the Reds, his injury will no doubt have caused concern back on Merseyside because of his importance to the team.

Vizcaino, Braves hold off Dodgers 6-5, NLDS deficit now 2-1

Октября 13, 2018

Buehler gave up five runs on only two hits and three walks in five innings. The Braves were 1-3 against the Dodgers in Atlanta during the regular season, with Newcomb getting the only win, and 2-5 overall versus Los Angeles. Indeed, the Baby Braves were thoroughly overmatched in their first postseason appearance since 2013, hitting.154 overall and scoring just eight runs.