Sunday, July 12
Mark Adair impressed on his ILT20 debut for Gulf Giants with an unbeaten 20 off 10 balls, and bowling figures of 2 for 23. He shone with a stunning catch and a humorous moment on the field, but despite his efforts, Sharjah Warriorz won by three wickets on the final ball, thanks to Tom Kohler-Cadmore's unbeaten 83.
Coco Gauff overcame a challenging start to defeat Sofia Kenin 6-3, 6-3 in the Australian Open first round. The third-seeded player demonstrated resilience and skill despite visibility issues. The American dedicated the straightforward to win to firefighters in Los Angeles. Gauff will face Jodie Burrage next.
British heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury announced his retirement from boxing just a month after his defeat by Oleksandr Usyk. The 36-year-old conveyed the news through an Instagram video, expressing gratitude for his career. Fury's record includes 34 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, with both losses against Usyk. This is not his first retirement announcement.
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League is set to commence on March 21 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, with the final on May 25. The schedule adjustment was reportedly done to avoid overlap with the Champions Trophy final. Kolkata Knight Riders will host the opener and final, while Sunrisers Hyderabad will host two playoff games.
Cricket Australia has revealed its 15-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, featuring Matt Short and Aaron Hardie. The squad highlights all-round capabilities, with notable players like Nathan Ellis included. Captain Pat Cummins faces uncertainty due to an injury, and Steve Smith may lead in his place. Australia aim to secure their first Champions Trophy since 2009.
Kapil Dev emphasized the futility of comparing players from different eras, highlighting disparities between his playing days and modern cricket. As workload debates arose surrounding Jasprit Bumrah's injuries, Kapil's former teammate Balwinder Sandhu had dismissed the concept of workload management, noting they frequently bowled extensive spells during their careers.
Altay Bayindir stood out as Manchester United narrowly defeated Arsenal in a gripping FA Cup match at the Emirates. The game finished 1-1 after normal time, with United winning 5-4 on penalties. Bayindir's crucial saves, particularly during the shootout, secured United's progression to the fourth round.
Barcelona convincingly beat Real Madrid 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia, marking their first title under Hansi Flick. Despite an early lead by Kylian Mbappe, Barcelona's goals from Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Alejandro Balde ensured their victory. Wojciech Szczesny received a red card, adding to the intensity.
The SA20 Season 3 match between Pretoria Capitals and Durban's Super Giants in Centurion was abandoned due to persistent rain. Despite attempts to start play and inspections by officials, conditions remained unplayable. Both teams received two points each, and ticket holders are eligible for refunds as per the league's policy.
Former Australian cricket star praised Jasprit Bumrah, suggesting that legendary batter Don Bradman wouldn't have achieved his famed batting average if he faced Bumrah. Bumrah's performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy included 32 wickets, earning him top-wicket-taker status. His achievements in 2024 showcased his dominance, as he impressed both in international cricket and the IPL.
