Pakistan's Sufiyan Muqeem shone in the T20I against Zimbabwe with an impressive five-wicket haul, leading to a series-clinching 10-wicket victory. Zimbabwe collapsed to 57 all out, with only two batters reaching double figures. Pakistan secured the win rapidly, thanks to strong performances from Saim Ayub and Omair Yousuf. The series concludes on Thursday.
Barcelona secured their first La Liga win in a month with a 5-1 victory against Mallorca, led by two goals from Raphinha. Returning from injury, Lamine Yamal earned a penalty, and substitutes Frenkie De Jong and Pau Victor contributed with late goals, lifting Barca to a four-point lead over Real Madrid.
Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli reunited to unveil their late coach Ramakant Achrekar's memorial in Mumbai on his birth anniversary. The reunion brought back memories of their partnership from their school days before they became India teammates. But while Tendulkar went on become a cricket icon, Kambli's career ended early because of various reasons.
PV Sindhu, a double Olympic medallist, will marry Hyderabad-based Venkata Datta Sai in Udaipur on December 22. Preparations are underway with celebrations beginning on December 20 and a reception in Hyderabad on December 24. The schedule fits well as Sindhu’s sporting commitments resume in January. Venkata Datta Sai serves as an executive director at Posidex Technologies.
India's comprehensive win over Australia in Perth boosted their chances for the 2025 World Test Championship Final, taking them to the top of the points table. However, the competition remains fierce with Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka in the fray. Various outcomes against Australia will determine India's qualification.
Australia faces a dilemma as Josh Hazlewood is ruled out of the pink-ball Test against India due to a side strain, leaving Scott Boland as the prime candidate for replacement. However, Boland's recent exposure in a warm-up game against India could be advantageous for the visitors. Experts question Cricket Australia's decision to play Boland in the practice match.
Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana's impressive five-wicket haul triggered West Indies' collapse on day three of the second Test, bowling them out for 146. Bangladesh batters then gave an improved performance in their second innings, reaching 193 for five at stumps, extending their lead to 211, which put the visitors in a strong position for a series-levelling victory.
Clashes at a football match in N'Zerekore, Guinea, left many dead, with bodies filling hospitals. The violence was triggered by a disputed referee decision, leading to fans invading the pitch and later setting a police station on fire.
Liverpool's 2-0 win over crisis-hit Manchester City has solidified their position as the top contenders for this season's Premier League title. With consistent performance under new manager Arne Slot and contributions from key players, Liverpool's dominance contrasts sharply with City's recent struggles.
West Indies bowled out Bangladesh for 164 and reached 70 for 1 on day two of the second Test in Jamaica. Kraigg Brathwaite remained unbeaten on 33, and Keacy Carty on 19. Jayden Seales shone with four wickets for five runs, leading the Windies' strong position.