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Shakib playing positive role in getting BD focused on cricket despite turmoil

ISLAMABAD, Aug 15 (AP): Bangladesh spin bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed said the senior cricketers, including former lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan, are helping the team to focus on the Test series against Pakistan after political turmoil at home disrupted preparations."All the players are very mature and are very excited," Mushtaq told...

BCB president Papon reportedly agreed to resign

The change in government following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina has brought about a wave of changes in every sector of Bangladesh, including the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Nazmul Hassan Papon, the current President of the BCB, has expressed his willingness to step down from his position, reports UNB.It has...

Taiwan leader praises Olympic boxing champion in gender row

TAIPEI, Aug 16 (AFP): Taiwan's president praised Olympic boxing gold medallist Lin Yu-ting on Friday for showing "grace" despite attacks on her gender, as he hosted a party for the island's Olympians.Competing under the name Chinese Taipei, Taiwanese athletes brought home seven medals -- two gold and five bronze --...

Zimbabwe express interest in hosting Women's T20 World Cup 2024

Zimbabwe have emerged as one of two options being considered to host the Women's T20 World Cup this year, reports espncricinfo.com. The tournament, which is due to start on October 3 and was scheduled for Bangladesh, is likely to be moved after anti-government agitations prompted security concerns. The UAE is...

Barcelona's Spanish forward Lamine Yamal (R) takes part in a training session

Barcelona's Spanish forward Lamine Yamal (R) takes part in a training session ahead of the Spanish league football match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona, at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona on Friday — AFP

Ipswich sign Phillips on loan from Man City

LONDON, Aug 16 (AFP): Premier League new boys Ipswich signed Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips on a season-long loan on Friday.Phillips has endured a difficult time with Premier League champions City and the move to Ipswich marks the latest attempt to get his spluttering career back on track.The 28-year-old, who...

Leicester striker Daka out for a 'few months' with ankle injury

LONDON, Aug 16 (AFP): Leicester striker Patson Daka has been ruled out for a "few months" with an ankle injury, new Foxes manager Steve Cooper said Friday.Zambia international Saka suffered the setback during Leicester's final pre-season friendly with Lens and has now under gone surgery, Cooper said, adding Jamie Vardy...

Poland to bid for Summer Olympics in 2040 or 2044

WARSAW, Aug 16 (AFP): Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Friday that Poland would officially bid to host the Olympic Games in 2040 or 2044."I dedicate this decision to the 10, 12 and 15-year-olds of today. Poland will officially bid to host the Olympic Games," Tusk told the press."The...