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BBL: Chris Lynn deals in sixes en route to quickfire 94

December 23, 2019

Lynn demolished the Sixers' bowling unit by hitting four 4s and 11 huge sixes , taking his side to 209/4. The Brisbane captain fell for single figures in his first two knocks of the 2019-20 Big Bash but flexed his muscles in an extraordinary knock.

Messi's 50th dazzler of 2019 crowns Barca blitz on Alaves

December 23, 2019

Messi has defended the colours of Barcelona throughout his career since 2003. The France global found the net with a first-time strike from the edge of the box. Messi's strike marked the sixth year in a row he has scored 50 goals in a calendar year. Barcelona are now 3 points clear off Real Madrid in the La Liga.

England World Cup star, Martin Peters dies

December 23, 2019

Renowned as being the complete midfielder, Peters was good in the air, able to cross with either foot and possessed great movement, being able to drift into goal-scoring positions unnoticed by his markers which would later see him nicknamed "The Ghost".

Brother of 49ers backup QB Beathard stabbed to death during dispute

December 23, 2019

Multiple people were said to be involved in the fight. "A third stabbing victim, a 21-year-old man, was treated and released", the statement read. Clay Beathard played high school football for Battle Ground Acadamey in Tennessee and later at Long Island University .

Blue Jays reportedly reach agreement with Hyun-Jin Ryu

December 23, 2019

Toronto is building around a promising young core of hitters, including three sons of former big league stars who broke into the majors last season: Vladimir Guerrero Jr ., Bo Bichette and Cavan Biggio . And because he received a qualifying offer from the Dodgers last winter (which he accepted), he was not eligible to receive one this year and won't cost the Jays a draft pick.

LaLiga: Zidane reacts as Real Madrid finish 2019 behind Barcelona

December 23, 2019

Putting in a performance like we did, I would have liked us to have scored a goal for them. "The important thing is to create chances". I don't have an explanation for why the ball doesn't want to go in, but I trust that my team-mates can score at any time.

'Magical' Lazio down Juventus in Saudi for Super Cup win

December 23, 2019

Le Aquile went ahead after just 16 minutes through Luis Alberto , but the Bianconeri found an equaliser on the stroke of half-time when the in-form Paulo Dybala latched on to a loose ball in the box. Paulo Dybala levelled just before the break but Bosnian global Senad Lulic restored Lazio's advantage in the 73rd minute. "I don't think Lazio is our bogey team".

Mahrez: Arteta's Arsenal departure emotional for Man City

December 23, 2019

More likely is that this is going to take some time for Arteta to piece together, meaning Chelsea catch them at the flawless time. Five things to know... But I will only be sure if it's the best for the club that they want me to stay longer. Subscribe to Squawka's Youtube channel here . After that, he began his coaching career at the Guardiola headquarters.

Reds head home hungry for more after winning CWC title

December 23, 2019

Liverpool have established a 10-point lead at the top of the table this term, and now boast of one of the best squads in the land. " If you see it already on television again, for us in the game it was not so easy, he showed me now the video and when he's landing he gets the kick and rolls over ".

IPL 2020: List of 10 most expensive players

December 23, 2019

Yusuf last played for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2018 and 2019 season, but was later released by the team before this year's auction. Kolkata Knight Riders ( KKR ) grabbed him for jaw-dropping Rs 15.5 crore, making him the most expensive overseas player in IPL history.

Transfer: Real Madrid send message to Pogba over Man Utd exit

December 23, 2019

Solskjaer is happy to be patient with Pogba's rehab and return to the pitch, which looks destined to be sometime in January 2020. With Barcelona asking for such a low fee and with Manchester United clearly interested this could be a great signing for the club.

Salah expresses his optimism in leading Egypt to 2022 World Cup

December 23, 2019

For all the criticism the club received for travelling to Qatar with a full-strength squad, leaving behind a youth team to get knocked out of the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, the players were in no doubt it was the right decision. 'We don't want to have (the final goals) but they are necessary since it was level in the game . Then came the drama an interesting but not memorable game had been missing - Sadio Mane burst goalwards and Rafinha made a desperate sliding tackle from behind as the ...

Vikings rule out RB Dalvin Cook, mark Alexander Mattison as questionable

December 23, 2019

Minnesota can clinch a playoff berth with a win Monday night. For Aaron Rodgers , US Bank Stadium has been his personal house of horrors. The Vikings enter this game with four wins in the last five outings. Defensively, Minnesota ranks as the sixth-best team in the National Football League according to DVOA. Outside of the divisional implications, there's also the story line of two quarterbacks looking to put some ghosts to rest.

Lazio beat Juventus to lift the Supercoppa Italiana

December 23, 2019

Danilo Cataldi scored an unstoppable free-kick, the awarding of which noticed Rodrigo Bentancur despatched off for a second bookable offence, to spherical out the win as Lazio, who additionally defeated Juve within the 2017 Supercoppa, gained the prize for the fifth time.

Embiid: Sixers 'playing scared' in recent skid

December 23, 2019

The Dallas Mavericks are proving they are more than a one-man show. Dallas also won at Milwaukee on Monday without Doncic , ending the Bucks' 18-game winning streak with a 120-116 victory. Philadelphia couldn't solve Dallas' matchup 2-3 zone, either. They're held to 29.4 percent shooting from long selection. Carlisle explained the Mavericks went into the zone four minutes into the competition and remained with what was functioning.

Former Bruin Noel Acciari has 2nd straight hat trick for Florida Panthers

December 23, 2019

Petr Mrazek finished with 18 saves. Carolina swarmed Driedger in the opening minutes of the game but the Panthers' backup goalie stopped all 13 shots he faced in the opening period, including a key save on Warren Foegele . On Monday, Acciari scored three of the Panthers' objectives in a 6-1 win over the Ottawa Senators. NEW YORK - William Nylander and Mitchell Marner each scored their second goal of the game early in the third period as Toronto doubled up New York.

Lakers star could be sidelined for game against Nuggets with muscle strain

December 23, 2019

After missing the entire preseason and training camp while recovering from a stress reaction that sidelined him from the 2020 FIBA World Cup, Kuzma has since missed the last five games with an ankle injury . The Nuggets led, 55-53, at the break. But Denver responded with a 23-11 run to take a 91-78 lead into the fourth. Nuggets: Improved to 4-0 in the first game of a back-to-back.

NASCAR Legend 'Junior' Johnson Dead at 88

December 23, 2019

Johnson had been in declining health and had entered hospice care prior to his death, according to the racing association. "The entire NASCAR family is saddened by the loss of a true giant of our sport, and we offer our deepest condolences to Junior's family and friends during this hard time", NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France said in a statement.

Ozil cut from video game in China over Xinjiang comments

December 23, 2019

They burn their Qurans. They shut down their mosques. Supporters of China's Muslim Uighur minority hold flags of East Turkestan as they hold placards during a demonstration at Fatih in Istanbul. Months earlier the Houston Rockets and the National Basketball Association had been left severely damaged and commercially wounded in China after Rockets general manager Daryl Morey tweeted his support for the ongoing protests in Hong Kong.

Love: Morant Dunk Almost Ended My Career

December 23, 2019

The Cavaliers forward added: "Boy, I was so glad he missed that dunk". Speaking after the game, Love was classy in his response, praising the No.2 pick in last year's National Basketball Association draft for his spectacular athleticism. I mean I knew he was athletic but damn. "I looked back and helped him up and just kind of tipped my hat to him". The kid is really, really special and you've got to give credit where credit is due.

Tom Brady Appears To Try To Trip Opposing Defensive Lineman

December 23, 2019

There's no denying the fact that the odds are stacked against the upstart Bills. Julian Edelman was a big part of that win, and his season has been more than impressive. The Pats top-ranked defense allowed a season-high 375 yards the first time the teams met. The Pats sent a second-round pick in next April's draft to the Falcons to acquire Mohamed Sanu, and so far he's been a raging disappointment in New England.

Isaiah Thomas details confrontation with 76ers fan in stands

December 23, 2019

Be a fan.' His response was, 'I'm sorry, I just wanted a Frosty, '" Thomas said, adding that he believes the fan's behavior stemmed from a 76ers promotion in which fans are awarded a frozen dessert if an opposing player misses two free throws in the second half.

White Sox agree to 3-year, $55.5M deal with Keuchel

December 23, 2019

This is a huge move for the White Sox as they have been looking to add a solid veteran starter to their rotation. They also traded for outfielder Nomar Mazara , nabbed catcher James McCann and inked veteran lefty Gio Gonzalez to a one-year, $5 million deal.

Raiola claims Pogba wants Man United stay and takes dig at hierarchy

December 23, 2019

France worldwide Pogba was expected to return to training last week after recovering from the ankle injury that has kept him out since September, but he was struck down by illness and his symptoms worsened on Sunday. It has given the impression of someone not doing everything possible to get back to full fitness, but Solskjaer insists it is wide of the mark. The Red Devils have enjoyed some mini-streaks of great form but their league campaign has been marred by a brand of inconsistency that ...

Arteta stunned by poor 'atmosphere and energy' at Arsenal

December 23, 2019

Germany playmaker Ozil kicked his gloves in frustration after being withdrawn in the 59th minute of Arsenal's 3-0 defeat at the Emirates Stadium. Arteta , previously Pep Guardiola's No2 at Manchester City , was appointed by Arsenal on Friday despite no managerial experience .

Rohit Sharma edges Virat Kohli to register most ODI runs in 2019

December 23, 2019

Cuttack - Skipper Virat Kohli smashed 85 to help India pull off a nervous chase of 316 to win the third one-day global by four wickets against the West Indies and clinch the series on Sunday. Drafted into the side in place of injured Deepak Chahar, the lanky 27-year-old from Delhi grabbed his maiden ODI wicket when he dismissed the in-form Shimron Hetmyer (37), who looked desperate to break free after the Windies were tied down to less than four runs an over midway into their innings.

The Citadel pays visit to NC State

December 23, 2019

The Tigers are a big 24-point favorite against the Mountain Hawks, according to the latest college basketball odds . The Tigers are still the only Power 5 school that is undefeated and one of only four schools in Division 1 that are unbeaten in the country.

Le'Veon Bell doesn't regret leaving Pittsburgh Steelers for New York Jets

December 23, 2019

Fitzpatrick has played a big role in the Steelers' turnaround after an ugly 0-3 start, and Gase says what the Steelers have Fitzpatrick doing now is exactly what the Dolphins envisioned when they drafted him. "It'll probably be 50-50", Bell told reporters. "I think half will be happy to see me and still love me, and half that hate me, despise me". Anybody who's wearing my jersey, I'll go sign it.

Kevin de Bruyne: Pep Guardiola hails midfielder's performance in Leicester win

December 23, 2019

While City's next two Premier League fixtures see them take on Man City and champions of Europe Liverpool, Rodgers believes his Foxes will not be fazed by the challenges they will face over the next six days. This season, just as he did last season, Ndidi tops the Premier League rankings for tackles. "To be ahead of Man City at this stage of the season shows you how well we've done".

Tottenham vs Chelsea: Predicted Blues line up to face Spurs

December 23, 2019

Jose Mourinho has sprinkled his magic on Spurs by steering his new side to four league wins out of five since his appointment and another success this weekend would fire Tottenham into the top-four at Chelsea's expense. Jose Mourinho was recently hired by Tottenham as replacement for Mauricio Pochettino who was sacked, and the Portuguese has been trying his best to change the fortune of Spurs.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer relying heavily on penalties to win

December 23, 2019

Troy Deeney has a good record at home when facing Manchester United but needs the support of Gerard Deulofeu and Ismaila Sarr upfront to unlock the opposition defence. "He has got an influence off the pitch as well, because he is a good character in and around the place". Two goals for the worse from the first leg at Old Trafford to PSG, McTominay failed to be threatened at the Parc des Princes as the Red Devils produced one of the most remarkable turnarounds in Champions League history, ...

Russell Westbrook, Rockets use big second-half rally to knock off Clippers

December 23, 2019

The game remained close until Los Angeles went on a 21-5 run during a five-minute span in the second quarter to take a 65-48 lead with 2:14 remaining. George led the way with 11 points, including three 3-pointers. The win was the fourth straight for Utah. George scored 34 points and had 9 rebounds.

Raptors C Marc Gasol to miss several weeks with hamstring injury

December 23, 2019

Raptors 10,000 times and the results are in. Place a legal sports bet on this National Basketball Association action or other games at BetMGM . The RAPTORS (-167) are moderate road favorites. Drummond averages 17.7 points and 16.6 rebounds per game. The Pistons have stayed within 4 points in a loss just thrice this year. The club has gone 4-2 SU record over their past six games away from Scotiabank Arena, covering in just two of those contests according to the OddsShark NBA Database .

Boychuk, Islanders top Bruins for first time in eight games

December 23, 2019

The Bruins struck first 1:58 into the game on a goal scored by Anders Bjork . It was a goal that wouldn't have happened without a ferocious effort from Charlie Coyle who poked the puck off the stick of Ryan Pulock before finding an open Bjork.

'Stoked' Scott ends win drought at Australian PGA Championship

December 23, 2019

Australians Lucas Herbert and Brett Rankin headed the leaderboard after day one of the European Tour co-sanctioned Australian PGA Championship Thursday, with veteran Adam Scott three off the pace. Hendry's winning chance evaporated when his approach on the 17th hole clipped trees and plunged into a green-side bunker. "After a good save on 12 it was time to do something, I was behind", said Scott after a three under par 69 gave him a 13-under winning total of 275.

Sabres captain Jack Eichel day-to-day with upper body injury

December 23, 2019

In 38 games under coach Ralph Krueger, the Sabres , according to Scandella, have grown more comfortable with each other and the new system. We started skating more. Vorobyev's centring pass to a cutting Shayne Gostisbehere hit the stick of Connor Sheary - the late addition to the Buffalo lineup when Eichel was scratched - before sliding into the right side of the net for a 1-0 Flyers lead.

NBA in-season tournament would have $15M prize

December 23, 2019

The NBA told teams that a study it commissioned through a third-party company earlier this year showed that 60 percent of NBA fans want a shorter regular season, that 68 percent of fans said they are interested in an in-season tournament and 75 percent were interested in a play-in tournament to decide the playoffs field.

Irfan Pathan's message for brother Yusuf after IPL auction snub

December 22, 2019

Australian pacer Pat Cummins has become the most expensive foreign player to be sold in the IPL , after Kolkata Knight Riders brought him for a whopping 15.5 crore. The Virat Kohli-led RCB has been desperately searching for an all-rounder lower down the order to finish the innings as the top-order already has big players in AB de Villers, Aaron Finch and Parthiv Patel.

Watch HERE: Netflix Debuts Chilling Teaser For New Aaron Hernandez Documentary

December 22, 2019

Rolling Stone examined Hernandez's plunge from Super Bowl champion to convicted murderer in a 2013 profile that traced the football star from his beginnings in CT to the University of Florida to Foxborough and ultimately prison , where Hernandez - serving a life sentence for the murder of Lloyd - hanged himself in his cell in April 2017 at the age of 27.

Raptors' Pascal Siakam, Marc Gasol out indefinitely

December 22, 2019

The injuries have struck when the National Basketball Association defending champions face a three-game schedule in four days, starting Friday night at home against the Washington Wizards. However, with Siakam sidelined indefinitely, it's hard to envision that not having some sort of impact on their plans. For the season, Gasol is averaging a career-low 6.6 points , plus 6.6 rebounds , 3.4 assists , and 1.1 blocks .

Military academy cadets were just playing the stupid circle game

December 22, 2019

The object of the "circle game" is to get another person to look at the "OK" sign, which is delivered underhand. The US Military Academy at West Point and the US Naval Academy both said that investigations showed the students were playing a game popular among youth called the "circle game" - not expressing any racist views.

Manchester City retaliated for sinking Leicester as Arsenal kills Everton

December 22, 2019

Sat in the stands watching their new teams play out an uninspiring 0-0 draw, Carlo Ancelotti and Mikel Arteta must have realised the scale of the task awaiting them at Everton and Arsenal , respectively. Here are the 11 most expensive January signings in the league's history! Who was the last player to reach double figures before Christmas in the Premier League for a newly promoted club? Arsenal , in 11th spot, again failed to spark under interim manager Freddie ...

NYPD Releases Photos of Juvenile Suspect in Harlem Stabbing Incident

December 22, 2019

The police did not disclose the child's name. . One of the accessories has been questioned and released; the other one is charged with murder, robbery, and criminal possession of a weapon, reported WLNY . Majors, an 18-year-old student at Barnard College from Virginia, was walking through Morningside Park on the Upper West Side when she was attacked last Wednesday just before 8pm.

'I have to earn new deal', insists Guardiola

December 22, 2019

The former Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss signed an initial three-year deal when he replaced Manuel Pellegrini in the summer of 2016 and agreed a contract extension in 2018, meaning he has 18 months remaining. "Yes he'll step up. That is how it's however I can simply dwell with that as a result of I've no downside with being second even once I need to be first".

Mikel Arteta will be 'ruthless' to build winning mentality at Arsenal

December 22, 2019

Pep Guardiola has said the success of clubs should not be determined exclusively by trophies, as he acknowledged Manchester City "cannot win all of the time". City face Leicester on Saturday, looking for the win to close the gap on the second-placed visitors to one point. Merson continued: "I would love Arteta to be successful at Arsenal".

Jorginho On Bench - Chelsea Team vs Tottenham Hotspur Confirmed

December 22, 2019

The Lilywhites have looked like a different side since Jose Mourinho replaced Mauricio Pochettino in the managerial hotseat and are back in contention for a top-four finish. "I'll always have respect for him". And, Frank Lampard has a near-full strength squad to choose from ahead of his side's latest fixture . In contrast, Chelsea are experiencing the first major blip of Lampard's reign after four defeats in their last five league matches .

New England Patriots: 3 bold predictions for showdown against the Bills

December 22, 2019

And with both teams boasting elite defenses this season , playoff intensity will be plentiful. There were a couple lead changes in this close contest, with Buffalo opening with a 3-0 advantage, the Patriots building a 10-3 lead and then the Bills coming back to retake a 17-13 edge.

Pochettino: I Was Open To Taking The Arsenal Job

December 22, 2019

But speaking in Qatar before the Club World Cup final between Liverpool and Flamengo, he stressed he will "be ready if something arrives and, of course, open to listen". Mauricio Pochettino has admitted he would have considered taking the Arsenal job if he had been approached, despite his "love" for former club Tottenham .

Vikings clinch playoff spot with Rams' heartbreaking loss to 49ers

December 22, 2019

However, if the Seahawks and Saints are tied with the Packers at the end of the year, that head-to-head tiebreaker would be negated in a three-team tie. If the Packers beat the Vikings but lose the Lions, then it is complicated, since they can add up to 12 more victories to that total to reach 78. So then the Saints, in that path to 1-1, are looking at being nestled in between the NFC West and NFC North champions in seeding.

Oklahoma DE Perkins, 2 others suspended for LSU game

December 22, 2019

In his absence, Justin Broiles will move into the starting lineup per Sooner Scoop . On the season, he has recorded 75 tackles and started in every game. Perkins has been Oklahoma's most productive defensive lineman this season, leading the team with six sacks and ranking second with 13.5 tackles for loss.

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