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‘Wild-eyed’: Irish sports star accused of sexual assault engaged in two-day ‘bender’

Reports circulating in the Irish media which suggest that a well-known sportsperson has been accused of sexual assault say that the star, who has remained unnamed, was on a two-day drinking binge in advance of…

December 12, 2018
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Pakistan cricket team to leave for South Africa tour tonight

The Pakistan cricket team will depart for South Africa tonight.

December 12, 2018
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Life in Syria a daily question mark, but football found a way to survive, says Muhannad Al-Fakeer

The chief worry for Muhannad Al-Fakeer while travelling from Syria to Mumbai stemmed from weather, unlike a few years ago when the trip was potentially life-threatening.

December 12, 2018
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After third-place finish in Bengaluru Open, Aadil Bedi eyes Asian Tour Q-School

Bedi, who had competed in four PGTI tournaments before turning professional in September this year, played in Panasonic Open apart from Jeev Milkha Singh Invitational on the PGTI circuit as a professional.

December 12, 2018
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Liverpool, Spurs edge Inter Milan, Napoli to advance

Liverpool, Spurs overcame nervous endings to finish runner-up in their groups, and edged head-to-head tiebreakers with Napoli, Inter Milan after finishing level on points.

December 12, 2018
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Sana Mir's leg-break delivery voted Play of Women’s World T20

Former Pakistan women captain Sana Mir’s leg-break delivery during the recently concluded Women’s World T20 has been voted as the 'Play of the Tournament' by the International Cricket Council.

December 12, 2018
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Pak crash out of World Cup after emphatic 5-0 defeat by Belgium

Pakistan crashed out of the ongoing Hockey World Cup in Bhubaneswar, after losing 5-0 to Belgium in an all-important cross-over match.

December 12, 2018
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Dananjaya suspended from bowling over illegal action: ICC

Sri Lanka off-spinner Akila Dananjaya has been suspended from bowling in international cricket over an illegal action, the International Cricket Council announced on Monday.

December 11, 2018
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Pakistan sneak into World Cup crossover round

Pakistan suffered a 5-1 defeat against the Netherlands but still sneaked into the knock-out stages of the Hockey World Cup as Germany beat Malaysia 5-3 to maintain their all-win record and seal a direct quarterfinal…

December 10, 2018
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Batsmen must take responsibility, says Sarfraz

The embattled Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed wants his batsmen to take responsibility during the upcoming tough tour of South Africa.

December 10, 2018
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‘PCB constitution will be altered to create CEO post’

Pakistan Cricket Board PCB) chairman Ehsan Mani said on Sunday changes will be made to the board’s constitution to create a new chief executive position.

December 10, 2018
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Liverpool turn to Salah to summon Gerrard´s spirit for Napoli showdown

Liverpool must again rely on fortress Anfield to inflict Napoli´s first Champions League defeat of the season if they are to avoid the disappointment of a group stage exit just over six months since appearing…

December 10, 2018
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Lahore Qalandars name Mohammad Hafeez as captain

Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Lahore Qalandars has named Mohammad Hafeez as its new captain.

December 10, 2018
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Arthur calls on beaten Pakistan to toughen up for Tests

Disgruntled coach Mickey Arthur demanded his players toughen up and seize key moments in Test matches after sloppy batting handed New Zealand an away series win over Pakistan for the first time in 49 years.

December 9, 2018
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