Jofra Archer’s rapid rise was cemented on Tuesday morning when England’s selectors named the Barbados-born fast bowler in the 15-man squad for the Cricket World Cup. Archer’s impressive displays in his three ODI matches against Ireland and Pakistan have earned his call-up while David Willey is the unlucky player to miss out having been named …
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World No.1 Naomi Osaka escapes after French Open scare
(CNN)Coming into the French Open, Naomi Osaka talked about wanting to win the career grand slam or even calendar year grand slam. And why not think that big? The hugely talented Osaka has claimed the last two majors and soared to No. 1 in the rankings. The Japanese megastar could still achieve those goals this …
German Cup: Bayern Munich complete double by beating Leipzig
BERLIN (AP) Captain Manuel Neuer returned from six weeks out injured to help Bayern Munich complete a domestic double after beating Leipzig 3-0 in the German Cup final on Saturday. [ MORE: Valencia end Barcelona’s four-year hold on Copa del Rey ] Robert Lewandowski scored twice and Kingsley Coman grabbed the other as Bayern claimed …
The 30 best players in the Premier League 2018/19: ranked
The Premier League champions are Manchester City, Liverpool were a single point off it and overall the competition’s best players play for one of those two clubs. That doesn’t make for a particularly interesting ranking system though, and there have been some stellar performances from individuals at other clubs which need to be considered. Using …
Juan Mata signs new deal with Manchester United until June 2021
Juan Mata has signed a new contract with Manchester United until June 2021, with the option to extend for a further year. The Spaniard’s previous deal at Old Trafford was set to expire at the end of the month.United were reluctant to allow Mata to leave on a free transfer, having already seen Ander Herrera …
BAFTAs TV 2019: Jodie Comer in TEARS as she wins Best Actress
Killing Eve was the big winner at Sunday’s British Academy Television Awards, as it scooped the coveted Best Drama Series, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress. The acclaimed drama earned three gongs at the showcase in London’s Royal Festival Hall out of a total of five nominations, with Jodie Comer paying a touching tribute to …
AUS vs SL, World Cup 2019, Warm-Up: Khawaja anchors chase as Australia beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets
Usman Khawaja, who opened alongside skipper Aaron Finch in place of a rested David Warner, anchored the chase with 89 off 105 balls. Australia eventually breezed to victory in 44.5 overs. Sri Lanka, who have lost eight of their last nine ODIs, scored 239 for eight after opting to bat with opener Lahiru Thirimanne making …
Prince Harry spotted flying commercial on the way home from Rome
It might seem like the members of the royal family lead glamorous lifestyles, but Prince Harry proved he’s just like the rest of us when he was snapped flying commercial. Of course, Prince Harry was leaving an elegant event. The royal had been in Rome for the Sentebale Polo Cup charity game, which was held on Friday afternoon. …
Novak Djokovic Survives Scare, Rafael Nadal Coasts Into Rome Semi-Finals
Novak Djokovic saved match points in the second set tie-break before winning 4-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4. © AFP World number one Novak Djokovic saved two match points against former US Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro to advance to the semi-finals of the Italian Open in a three-set Roman thriller on Friday as defending champion …
Man Utd gaffe as new keeper kit inspired by Schmeichel in 1999 is from WRONG year
EAGLE-EYED Manchester United fans have spotted a major flaw in the club’s Treble tribute goalkeeper kit… it’s actually inspired by a kit from two years BEFORE the famous feat. Adidas and United’s marketing spiel claims the new purple and black goalkeeper uniform was inspired by the one Peter Schmeichel wore in the 1998-99 season. They …