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Indian women struggle to 103/9 against Australia

February 05, 2020

The top four - Shafali Verma , Smriti Mandhana , Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmapreet - were all among the runs, but the middle-order, comprising Veda Krishnamurthy and Taniya Bhatia, struggled. The 29-year-old Perry shared small but important stands with Rachel Haynes and Jess Jonassen, doing the bulk of the scoring. Natalie Sciver (3/23) & Sarah Glenn (3/28) bowled beautifully on a good batting track and kept picking wickets at regular intervals.

Dubois has three points to help Blue Jackets defeat Canadiens

February 05, 2020

They shut out the Florida Panthers 4-0 on Saturday. Matched up against former Jackets starting netminder Sergei Bobrovsky, the game turned into a goaltending duel as the veteran and rookie traded sharp saves back and forth until Zach Werenski finally found a victor in OT.

Dodgers to acquire Mookie Betts, David Price from Red Sox

February 05, 2020

Right-hander Kenta Maeda would move from the Dodgers to the Twins, with right-hander Brusdar Graterol moving from Minnesota to Boston . The deal is pending review of medical records for the involved players. The 27-year-old Betts hit.295/.391/.524 with 29 home runs and 80 RBIs last season. Boston will bid adieu to one of its most popular and productive players of the current generation in parting with Betts - the 2018 AL MVP and a career.301/.374/.519 hitter.

Verstappen: 'Maybe God is with Hamilton but he's not God'

February 05, 2020

Speaking to Sky F1's Natalie Pinkham, Max Verstappen has urged Red Bull to "step up" and challenge Mercedes this season. "Of course we want to start the title". "Coming off past year, at the end, we were very competitive", said the Dutch driver. You know, I think we were very competitive. A year ago we couldn't compete in every race, but now we have to do as much as possible in all races get points.

Cristiano Ronaldo: South Korean fans compensated after Juventus forward fails to play

February 05, 2020

The Portuguese superstar had been expected to play at least 45 minutes against K-League All Stars, according to event organisers The Fasta Inc, but sat out the entire game before a sell-out 65,000 crowd. Kim Min-ki, who was the attorney for the two spectators, also confirmed that he was working on cases with 87 other spectators in connection with aspects surrounding the particular fixture.

Eriksen admits that his Serie A debut "was tough"

February 05, 2020

He managed just three goals and three assists during the first half of the season, and his inconsistency saw him booed by Spurs supporters during matches for a perceived lack of interest. Sanchez burst into the penalty area, was upended by a clumsy challenge from Musso and Lukaku scored from the spot, completing a third successive league defeat for Udinese who dropped to 15th.

Ireland Complete Preparations For Scotland Clash Later

February 05, 2020

The 34-year-old Irish great was satisfied with his performance. "To have the pressures of doing something he passionately wanted to do, to lead his country for the first time, and all of those new bits that come in around that and then deal with coming back from such an injury and leading the side like he did, hats off to Johnny, that's a magnificent effort".

Clint Capela, Robert Covington part of four-team trade

February 05, 2020

Malik Beasley , Juan Hernangomez and Jarred Vanderbilt will come to the Wolves from Denver , and Evan Turner from Atlanta as part of the deal, according to reports. The Hawks, who were in the market for a center, get Capela to put into pick-and-rolls with Trae Young, a priority for them. The first big trade of the National Basketball Association trade deadline just went down.

National Basketball Association changes Three-Point Contest for first time, adding two deep threes

February 05, 2020

Five-time All-Star Lillard ranks third in National Basketball Association, scoring at 29.8 points a game and second in 3-point hoops with 192, while Young - fifth in league scoring at 29.2 points a game - has made 156 3-pointers in 46 games after making the same number over 81 games last season.

Pelicans vs. Rockets - Game Recap

February 05, 2020

Rockets are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games. Holiday collected 18 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists. The Pelicans are 3-6 against the rest of the division. The Rockets now rank third in offensive efficiency, while New Orleans ranks 22nd in defensive efficiency. Pelicans are 15-3-1 ATS in their last 19 games.

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho's blunt response to Harry Kane's England 2020 chances

February 05, 2020

The England captain , 26, has had surgery to fix a ruptured tendon in his hamstring , sustained in defeat by Southampton on New Year's Day. Spurs sent Kane to North America in January 2019 as part of his warm-weather training regime following an ankle ligament injury which saw the striker return earlier than expected.

Iguodala prepared to sit out season if Grizzlies don't trade him

February 05, 2020

A tweet about Brooks' comments from point guard Ja Morant , who was named Rookie of the Month in the West for the third time this season Tuesday, only increased the scope of the controversy. Iguodala's former Golden State Warriors teammate Stephen Curry also joined the discussion with a post on his Instagram story. That.500 record is now good enough to claim the Western Conference's final playoff spot.

F1 teams to assess coronavirus risk to Chinese GP

February 05, 2020

The grand prix is scheduled as the fourth round of what would be a record 22 race season. Red Bull team boss Christian Horner is confident the FIA and Liberty Media will make the right decision. He said that if the situation remained as it is now, teams could not attend the race "because we couldn't get there". While the epicentre of the virus in Wuhan and Hubei province is 800 km from the Shanghai's F1 track, confirmed cases are rising daily (currently around 17,500) with the spread ...

India crush rival Pakistan to reach U-19 WC final

February 05, 2020

They will now face either Bangladesh or New Zealand whose semi-final match will be played on Thursday. Pakistan will contest the third-place play-off in Benoni on Saturday. Ali and captain Rohail Nazir (62) helped Pakistan recover after losing Mohammad Huraira and Fahad Munir cheaply, but only Mohammad Haris, who hit a brisk 21 off 15 balls, provided any additional contribution.

Captain Kane to miss one dayers against India

February 05, 2020

India's Test squad: Virat Kohli (Captain), Mayank Agarwal , Prithvi Shaw , Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), R. India have played some smart cricket of late and enter the series as favorites. Just because Shardul can provide that option of one more pace bowler and his batting skills have proved handy in the past.

Timberwolves in talks on multiteam deal to land D'Angelo Russell

February 05, 2020

Minnesota does not want to part with a high draft pick as they continue to rebuild, but that is what the Warriors are seeking in any potential deal for Russell. Golden State has an interest in shedding salary in a potential Russell trade, and Minnesota could need to give the Warriors flexibility on which year or years they'd prefer draft picks, league sources said.

Tom Brady Gets Job Offer...From Market Basket | Chuck Nowlin

February 05, 2020

Last year, Brady only made $15 million and the Patriots were unable to surround him with high-caliber talent following Antonio Brown's departure. Brady and the Patriots were summarily dumped out of this year's NFL Playoffs in the first week thanks to a boilover loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Williams’ shootout goal lifts Hurricanes past Canucks, 4-3

February 05, 2020

Hughes, the leader of the National Hockey League rookie points, added to his total with an assist at the opening goal of the game. After they defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 in a shootout, they were able to bring their fans at PNC Arena to their feet and join in on a timely celebration.

Knicks Fire Steve Mills

February 05, 2020

They were 17-65 last season, tying the worst record in franchise history, but believed a big summer could lead to a quick improvement. General manager Scott Perry will take over his role in the interim, per several reports. The Knicks, on the other hand, have not reached the postseason in five years. Since Mills became president in June 2017, the Knicks have gone 61-154.

Gervonta Davis charged with domestic violence, denies hitting woman

February 05, 2020

Over the weekend, we reported the news of professional lightweight championship boxer Gervonta Davis yoking up the mother of his children in Miami . "I never once hit her", Davis began explaining in the post. She is also the mother of his child. The Baltimore native is 23-0 with 22 KOs. He faced assault charges, which were later dropped, in 2017 after reportedly punching a childhood friend in the head.

Chiefs lead 49ers 7-3 after first quarter of Super Bowl LIV

February 05, 2020

Below are some key highlights from Super Bowl LIV between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs , gathered here for your convenience. Garoppolo was key to the 49ers' first touchdown drive right after the Chiefs scored that field goal. Robbie Gould converted a 38-yard field goal to put the 49ers on the board in the opening quarter.

Lillard helps Portland blaze past Utah with a 51 point charge

February 05, 2020

Currently, for a six-game stretch, Lillard is averaging an impressive 48.8 points. He additionally made 9 three-pointers, ending up being the initial gamer in the National Basketball Association background to standard 45 factors as well as 10 aids over a 6-game period.

Messi hits out at Barca director Abidal for bad-mouthing players

February 05, 2020

Messi referred to a line in Abidal's interview with Sport in which he said, "A lot of the players were not satisfied and many of them were not working very hard". Messi's response can also be seen in the context of Abidal's claim, in a defiant, challenging tone, that there had been no offer made to Xavi to take over, effectively accusing the former player of lying.

Chelsea defender Rudiger proud of Leicester double: Massive point

February 05, 2020

We need to score more from set-pieces, particularly in games against good opposition when it's tight. Chelsea have announced their starting eleven and substitutes to lock horns with Brendan Rodgers' Leicester City side in the Premier League this afternoon.

Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio announces retirement

February 04, 2020

MLive.com also reports that he is being accused of committing NCAA violations, citing court documents filed in a motion by former assistant coach Curtis Blackwell. Smith at Michigan State in 2007. Penn State and Michigan State meet on November 14, 2020, at Beaver Stadium. Dantonio, 63, went 114-57 in 13 seasons with the Spartans, including 7-6 in 2019.

Jurgen Klopp: Salah was never selfish

February 04, 2020

Mohamed Salah scored twice at Anfield in addition to further goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Jordan Henderson , the Reds registering a 16th successive victory and extending their unbeaten run to 42 league games . Ralph Hasenhuttl, on the other hand, was also proud of what his Southampton side was able to produce. The way we played was unbelievably good and I am proud and stand by our plan.

Alcott wins sixth Open wheelchair title

February 04, 2020

Alcott was greeted by Australian Open men's champion Novak Djokovic, who is preparing for the finals against Dominic Thiem on Sunday. But with several sponsors kicking in, he ensured $800 for every one of his 41 aces would go towards disabled bushfire sufferers.

James has a triple-double, Lakers throttle Kings

February 04, 2020

Losing snapped a two-game profitable series the Lakers had been around. During the first timeout less than four minutes into the game, a video of both Bryant and Gianna playing basketball was shown on the giant scoreboard as members of both the Lakers and Kings watched.

Suspensions And Fines Were Handed Out For The Grizzlies-Knicks Scuffle

February 04, 2020

Oladipo missed more than 12 months with a quad tendon that tore near the point where it attaches to his right knee. He said he had no issue with Crowder at any other point in the game. He was asked if he was upset that Crowder stole the ball. Less than 24 hours later, the National Basketball Association weighed in with official discipline stemming from the incident, with a trio of players earning one-game suspensions and two others forced to pony up with fines.

Israel Folau: Hull KR lead campaign against Catalans Dragons signing

February 04, 2020

Folau could be in line to make his Catalans debut at Wakefield on Monday in the second round of the Super League. Woolf says Folau is passionate about his Tongan heritage and any meetings that he has had with him have really gone well. Maria and Israel Folau are expected to base themselves in France. "It shows none of the bravery, cameraderie or integrity RFL (Rugby Football League) expects from its players, staff and fans".

Dillon Brooks: Andre Iguodala's Grizzlies exit can't come soon enough

February 04, 2020

The 36-year-old has basically told them they are not good enough for him, and he's going to great lengths to force his way out of Memphis. He said: "A guy that's on our team doesn't want to be on our team". Brooks' team-mates Ja Morant and De'Anthony Melton seemingly backed his remarks when they were posted on Twitter. Ja Morant seemed to agree, as he tweeted a speaking emoji on top of the quote.

Knicks fire president Steve Mills, Masai Ujiri atop James Dolan replacement list

February 04, 2020

Scott Perry will continue in his role as general manager for the foreseeable future , sources tell Wojnarowski. In just over two days, the National Basketball Association trade deadline will arrive, which is a very important date on the National Basketball Association calendar and one that you need a cohesive vision in place from your front office.

College basketball: Stanford ends skid, upsets No. 11 Oregon

February 04, 2020

The Cardinals 'lead in the first half was 9-7 just over four minutes into the game. Shakur Juiston was the leader in rebounds for OR has he totaled 7 with 1 coming offensively. Da Silva also leads the Cardinal in rebounding as he has recorded 5.9 rebounds per game. They have allowed 97.0 points per 100 possessions for the season (81st in the NCAA) but 100.2 points per 100 possessions against PAC-12 opponents (8th in the PAC-12).

SA vs ENG, 1st ODI: South Africa opt to bowl

February 04, 2020

This latest haul comprised the key dismissals of opposition captain Eoin Morgan , the left-handed Sam Curran and debutant Tom Banton . South Africa will also be without their Test captain Faf du Plessis and pace ace Kagiso Rabada. The Proteas are a national treasure, but with a number of disastrous defeats on the pitch; major internal disputes in the boardroom and serious allegations of mismanagement and bad governance, Cricket South Africa is in a tailspin.

Rockets shopping center Clint Capela to host of East teams

February 04, 2020

The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor provided context Monday night, noting the Rockets are one of several teams interested in Minnesota Timberwolves wing Robert Covington . Capela, now in his sixth National Basketball Association season, is making $14.9 million this season and will make $16 million, $17.1 million and $18.2 million in successive seasons.

No. 17 Auburn tops No. 13 Kentucky behind Doughty’s 23 points

February 04, 2020

LSU guard Skylar Mays has been a key component in several areas for the No. 22 Tigers in SEC play. "So, we've got stuff to learn". "There's not one guy in our (locker) room that played well, but give Auburn the credit, They were more physical, they created more fouls than us and the insane thing is, we had our chance - 62-60 with the ball and we're OK, let's go and we don't do what we need to (to win)".

NBA All-Star Weekend 2020: Toronto Raptors' Nick Nurse to coach Team Giannis

February 04, 2020

The Raptors are 35-14 this season, which is the second best record in the Eastern conference. Nurse is in his second season as the Raptors' head coach after spending five seasons as an assistant coach with Toronto. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson still remains out with an ankle injury, and the team's depth in the frontcourt is now limited, but Chris Boucher contributed some solid minutes in this game, and hopefully Gasol can return soon to help solve that problem.

Pysyk scores 3 times as Panthers beat Maple Leafs 5-3

February 04, 2020

Andersen stopped seven of eight shots in the opening period, but was forced into concussion protocol after getting bumped into at least three times - with the worst coming on a collision with Panthers centre Frank Vatrano about five minutes before the intermission.

Neymars birthday party wont affect PSG selection - Tuchel

February 04, 2020

The report further stated that for this goal, Real's top-tier management is willing to wait till the summer of 2021-when the player will enter the final year of his contract-and believe that is the only time when they can sign the French global for a reasonable fee in the region of €150 million.

Morata could miss Atletico Madrid's Champions League clash with Liverpool

February 04, 2020

Saturday's loss to rivals Real at The Bernabeu left Atletico in sixth place in the Spanish league, 13 points off the lead after 22 matches. I expect Liverpool to get through the tie, but I also don't think it will be as one-sided as both sides' respective seasons suggest.

Lampard asks for a replacement for Chelsea record-breaker

February 04, 2020

He's got a lot of advice to give to all of us because he played at the highest level so you have to listen to him. "This is not to talk ourselves down, because we're six points clear in fourth, [but] now we probably become the underdogs ...

African Stars Who Played For Manchester United

February 04, 2020

Gudjohnsen's former Chelsea striker partner, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, believes Ighalo was at the bottom of United's list of targets. The 24-year-old has scored 12 goals in all competitions in an injury-hit season, but has just one in the last six matches as United struggle for goals in the absence of striker Marcus Rashford , who is nursing a stress fracture in his back.

Ram wins his first Grand Slam in doubles at 58th attempt

February 04, 2020

Ram, 35, and Salisbury (27) arrived in form after profitable three titles collectively in 2019 and have been far superior to the native youth, who performed their third main . The Australian wildcards were under pressure on serve early in Sunday's final on Rod Laver Arena, the No.11 seeds creating 10 break points in the first set.

Liverpool on verge of becoming earliest champions in Premier League history

February 04, 2020

The Toffees are now just four points behind from Tottenham , who sit fifth in the Premier League table, and Everton boss Ancelotti has reaffirmed his belief that the club can get back onto the continental stage by the end of the campaign.

Says Chiefs Are From Kansas State

February 04, 2020

Taking to social media to congratulate the Kansas City Chiefs on their win, he mistakenly confused their home state of Missouri with Kansas. And but, Donald Trump nonetheless managed to mess it up when he applauded the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs for representing the fallacious state.

Montreal Canadiens Assign Jesperi Kotkaniemi to AHL Laval Rocket

February 04, 2020

The Panthers now sit third in the Atlantic division with 61 points - boasting the same total as the Toronto Maple Leafs, who occupy the second wild card spot, as well as the Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers. Hours before the game, the Canadiens assigned centre Jesperi Kotkaniemi to the Laval Rocket. Barkov is second on the Panthers in scoring, notching 16 goals and 54 points in 49 games.

Staples Center Sending Memorial Items Left By Fans To Vanessa Bryant

February 04, 2020

The items are being cataloged and will be delivered to the Bryant family at the request of Kobe's widow, Vanessa Bryant , Zeidman said. Bryant's wife Vanessa has asked Staples Center's operators if she and her family could keep the items left outside the arena in the week following the death of her husband, according to Broderick Turner of the Los Angeles Times .

Sleeping fan at Super Bowl 54 identified as Clinton family confidant, advisor

February 04, 2020

But for one Super Bowl LIV attendee at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Sunday night, it was the flawless opportunity to take a nap . Starting off, how about $15 for your basic popcorn? That'll add up to a full $30. At that point, just go for the burger and beer, if you're into that.

What Liverpool need to win the Premier League

February 04, 2020

Although the 25th round of Premier League matches brought plenty of goals and two dramatic comebacks, in many ways it was another oddly disappointing weekend in terms of quality. The consolation strike came on Samatta's league debut, making the Tanzanian attacker Villa's first first player to score on his league bow since Rudy Gestede scored against Bournemouth in August 2015.

Did Flyers mascot Gritty punch a kid? Philly police say no

February 04, 2020

Officials told ABC News that an investigation was completed and determined the mascot did not commit physical assault as alleged. The mascot got up, "took a running start", and "punched my son as hard as he could," Greenwell told the newspaper.

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