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New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): Scotland have now been eliminated from contention for a top-two spot in the competition after Ireland won the competition, resulting in two wins out of five games in the Qualifier, as stated. ICC website. After Ireland had wasted a promising beginning, Laura Delany Her late surge (57*) helped maintain their calm, while Kathryn Bryce’s exceptional all-around performance (131* and 3/49) almost led her team to victory. As qualification chances hang in the balance, Scotland won the toss and elected to bat first in their final tournament match against Ireland . However, they got off to a shaky start as Ireland hit early, dismissing both openers rapidly one after another. Ava Canning Then took the important wicket of Sarah Bryce, cutting down Scotland Up to 19 from 3. Ailsa Lister and Kathryn Bryce stabilized the innings with a crucial 62-run stand, however, two ra...

On April 18, Pakistan reports that the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 game featuring Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) versus Punjab Kings (PBKS) is set for today at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Rain could potentially push back the beginning of this much-anticipated match, leaving fans eager with anticipation for updates. Intense rainfall is presently impacting Bengaluru, which might affect the scheduled start of the game. According to weather forecasts, the precipitation has the potential to lead to considerable postponements. As such, spectators ought to stay informed about any developments concerning the event. Luckily, the stadium boasts a dependable drainage system known as the 'subair drainage system.' This mechanism facilitates rapid water removal. Following significant rainfall, the surface can be ready for play again in approximately 10 to 15 minutes. As such, this capability significantly reduces potential interruptions caused by adverse weather cond...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 18 (ANI): As the highly anticipated T20 Mumbai League makes a grand return, the Mumbai Cricket Association ( MCA ) today announced India captain and Mumbai's very own Rohit Sharma as the face of Season 3, as per a release from MCA . Set to kick off on May 26, one of India’s top-tier domestic Twenty20 leagues will feature thrilling matches and intense rivalry, highlighting exceptional cricketing skills from various cities, as stated in a press release. The announcement took place during a press conference conducted in Mumbai with officials present. Rohit Sharma , MCA President Ajinkya Naik as well as members from both the Apex Council and the League Governing Council, together with team operators. During the event, MCA Additionally, two new teams were introduced, with Roadway Solutions India Infra Ltd and Royal Edge Sports & Entertainment joining as the team o...

On April 18, after the game, Fatima commended her squad's diligent efforts, saying, “Qualifying is highly significant, and all the praise belongs to the whole team.” Additionally, she emphasized their objective to secure victory over Bangladesh in their last encounter, striving to conclude the qualifying rounds atop the leaderboard undefeated. In their game against Thailand, Pakistan scored a total of 205 runs with six wickets down. They began steadily before Sidra Amin helped steady the ship during crucial moments. Towards the close of their innings, Fatima added significant contributions. Despite feeling the bowling pressure exerted by Thailand’s players, Fatima believed the squad made the most out of chances presented late in the match. On the cricket front, Fatima Sana and her teammates put up a commendable show, claiming three wickets apiece. This triumph marks four successive wins for Pakistan in the qualifiers. Moving forward, they will square off against Bangladesh...

The COSAFA Under-17 Girls' Championship taking place in Windhoek, Namibia between May 10 and May 17 will offer promising young talents in the area an opportunity to demonstrate their skills, possibly catching the attention of a national senior team coach. In the past, the championship has frequently achieved this feat, as players who performed exceptionally well subsequently made rapid contributions to their country's senior national team. Below is a list featuring the top scorers from each of the last four tournaments dating back to the first one held in Mauritius in 2019. JESSICA WADE (SOUTH AFRICA) - 10 OBJECTIVES Wade from South Africa participated in the championships held in 2019 and 2020, scoring five goals in each year, demonstrating remarkable consistency. Six years ago, she led her team into the finals, only to lose against dominant Uganda. However, she was unable to replicate this success in 2020 when her squad ended up fi...

Bengaluru (Karnataka), India, April 18 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bangalore RCB ) are all ready to face Punjab Kings ( PBKS ) in a thrilling match of the IPL In 2025, the match will take place at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The toss has been postponed in Bengaluru because of rainfall. RCB are positioned at No. 3 on the points table, while PBKS end up at number four. Each team has accumulated four victories and two losses after participating in six matches each. RCB 'net run rate is marginally superior to PBKS Both squads are coming into this match following substantial wins. A dominant victory for either team could potentially propel them to the top of the standings. In their earlier encounter in Jaipur, RCB Successfully chasing down a 174-run target against the Rajasthan Royals, they won by nine wickets with 15 balls remaining. Devdutt Padikkal performed well, while Phil Salt and Virat Kohli both re...

Leading Angola's national women's futsal team as head coach, Henrique Lopes Fernandes do Rosário, commonly referred to as Rosário Nandinho, is gearing up to achieve a significant landmark in his coaching career. For the very first time, Angola will join the CAF Women's Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, which is scheduled to occur in Morocco between April 22nd and 30th. Facing this significant milestone, the coach combines ambitious goals with practical expectations. Competing in Group B along with Guinea and Egypt, Angola encounters a formidable task ahead. However, Rosário has faith in his team members, their consistent improvement, and the shared drive this international competition might spark. In this discussion, he articulates his perspectives, aspirations, and the principles he seeks to instill in upcoming talent. CAFOnline.com: Angola is in Group B with Guinea and Egypt. What are your first impressions? Henrique Lop...

The Liberia Football Association (LFA) has temporarily banned Jasper Benfelix, who leads Wologizi FC as their head coach, along with four referees from participating in any events sanctioned by the LFA. This suspension remains effective until the conclusion of ongoing investigations regarding accusations of match fixing. Coach Benfelix, who recently guided Wologizi FC to victory in the Second Division championship, is under investigation after a contentious post was made in a WhatsApp chat. The message purportedly claimed that he expressed willingness to take actions to assist his previous team, Nimba Kwado, evade demotion should the opportunity arise. Shortly after the post circulated, Wologizi FC forfeited a crucial match against Nimba Kwado, enabling the latter to escape the relegation zone. The suspicious circumstances surrounding the forfeit have raised concerns, and Wologizi FC has also been referred to the LFA Disciplinary Committee for further review. ...

On April 17, Arslan Ash, the renowned PakistaniTekken 8 player, disclosed that he would not be participating in two significant esports competitions scheduled for 2025. According to him, unresolved visa issues are preventing his attendance at both the Riyadh Gamers8 and Evo Japan events. The lack of Arslan, one of the leading figures in the global Tekken community, is a letdown for both spectators and event planners. Earlier successes this year had set high hopes for his performance in upcoming tournaments. In an announcement posted on X (previously known as Twitter), he conveyed his vexation over the visa issues that led to his withdrawal. Arsalan mentioned, “Despite my best efforts to attend, I ran intovisa issues once more.” He recognized the difficulties that South Asian participants often face when trying to join international competitions. Such obstacles underscore a larger problem impacting numerous esports competitors from less developed countries. Even with this hu...

Rayon Sports, often regarded as Rwanda’s favorite and most popular team, faces an ongoing challenge driven internally: disarray within the organization. Even though they possess considerable skill, supporters, and assets needed to excel locally in soccer, the Blues find themselves trapped in a pattern of strong beginnings, midseason declines, and reactive measures that erase all advancements achieved. Most recently, this recurring narrative reached another turning point with the suspension—or perhaps dismissal—of chief coach Roberto Oliveira "Robertinho." Ostensibly cited as being sidelined because of illness, many believe the true cause lies in the squad’s underperformance; specifically, securing merely two victories out of ten matches along with relinquishing leadership to adversaries APR FC. This move makes Robertinho appear more like a casualty of a wider systemic issue rather than simply someone whose tactical strategies faltered. It bears noting that every thriving f...

Panaji (Goa), India, April 17 (ANI): For the first time in Indian football history, coaches from an English club have been brought in to develop local talent. Norwich City FC they brought their global experience to the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 National Finals held in Goa as part of the 'Dream Again' program. Dream Sports Foundation The seven-day U-17 football competition also included four specialized workshops addressing different areas of football development, as stated in an official statement. Dream Sports Foundation . The comprehensive program included sessions on leadership in coaching, as well as physical and medical training, all conducted alongside the development of coaches and supporting staff by the head coaches and physiotherapists from Norwich City. During this week-long event, these workshops offered Indian coaches an extensive opportunity for professional growth. The leadership and coaching sessions ga...

In football circles, the return of coaches often does not have a happy ending. Jo Bonfrere with Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Jose Mourinho with Chelsea serve as typical instances of this trend. Football stands out as one of the few phenomena globally that often escapes rational explanation. From the players on the field to the coaching staff and management officials, aspects of this sport can be utterly baffling at times. It’s hard to grasp because situations have been known to transform instantly within mere moments. In July 2024, Rayon Sports welcomed back Brazilian manager Robertinho Oliveira as their head coach. This experienced strategist led them to their most recent championship victory in the 2018-2019 season, after which they went five consecutive years without claiming the title again. The Blues were eager for victory as they had been overshadowed by their longtime rivals APR FC, who had claimed the championship title in Rwanda for five consecutive ...

Alioune Kebe, Liberia's Sports Ambassador-at-Large, has expressed gratitude to President Joseph Boakai for his appointment and reiterated his dedication to leveraging sports as a means of empowering young people, fostering change, and promoting national cohesion. In an extensive report covering his initial year in office—from April 2024 to April 2025—Ambassador Kebe highlighted significant accomplishments such as founding several sports academies, making personal monetary donations, and backing national teams. These efforts were aimed at realizing President Boakai's ARREST Agenda. Kebe expressed deep appreciation for being honored with the role of Ambassador-at-Large for Youth and Sports Development," he stated. "The trust you have placed in me fuels an unwavering dedication to expanding prospects for Liberia’s young people and using sports as a driving force for societal transformation. One of the key initiatives during his term was the l...

On April 16th, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Rishad Hossain led Lahore Qalandars to victory against Karachi Kings with a margin of 65 runs during their PSL 8 match held on Tuesday. In this contest, Fakhar Zaman and Daryl Mitchell both achieved scores over fifty, setting an ambitious target of 202-runs for Karachi Kings. When Lahore Qalandars decided to start batting, they faced early setbacks losing two rapid wickets; Mohammad Naeem managed only seven runs before being out. Following him, Abdullah Shafique briefly partnered with Fakhar Zaman but had his stay cut short at just six points when the score read 25-2 within 3.5 overs. Fakhar Zaman and Daryl Mitchell subsequently formed a crucial alliance, building a robust stand worth 125 runs which significantly bolstered Lahore’s standing. This collaboration concluded once Fakhar Zaman left the field having notched up 75 from 47 deliveries including six boundaries and five maximums. Subsequently, Sam Billings came together with Daryl Mitchel...

Kathmandu, April 16 -- On Tuesday, Pokhara Thunders FC desperately needed a win when they went up against Butwal Lumbini FC in their final match of the sixth and last game in the single round-robin format of the Nepal Super League Season 3. Pokhara's chances of advancing to the next round depended on this important match. However, for Butwal Lumbini, the game didn’t carry much significance. Having begun their campaign with a scoreless tie against Jhapa FC, they proceeded to lose each of their subsequent matches. Consequently, their chances of advancing to the next stage were already extinguished. Nonetheless, they remained determined to secure at least a moral victory. However, that did not come to pass, and they ended up at the bottom as they lost the game with a score of 0-2. On Tuesday, Ayush Ghalan and William Biassi, each scoring via headers, propelled Pokhara into the third spot. With this victory, Pokhara has accumulated eight points from six matches. Meanwhile...

Real Madrid will welcome Arsenal tonight for an anticipated high-energy match at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The team from Spain is behind by three goals in this match and must score at least four times on Wednesday evening to keep their chances of advancing alive. Although it appears challenging on paper, Real Madrid has a history of orchestrating remarkable turnarounds in the UEFA Champions League. The Los Blancos players and their supporters remain confident that they can achieve an impressive comeback against Arsenal. Meanwhile, The Gunners aim to showcase their defensive prowess to neutralize Madrid's formidable front four consisting of Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Rodrygo Goes. Manager Mikel Arteta has earned a reputation as a meticulous tactician—his squad hasn’t let in more than two goals in over 700 days now. What Arsenal players might be vulnerable against Real Madrid? Arteta might be worried since four of his players are at ri...

On Wednesday, April 16, several games are scheduled as part of the Rwanda Basketball League (RBL). At 4 pm, Espoir faces off against Orion, followed by Kepler versus APR at 6:30 pm. The night concludes with Tigers hosting Patriots at 9 pm at Petit Stade indoor gymnasium. The Patriots aim to secure victory over the Tigers in order to regain third place in the standings and enhance their playoff prospects. Previously, both teams had some success; Patriots recently returned to winning form after defeating another opponent, while ESP was edged out by APR earlier this week. Currently, Tigers hold the third spot with 19 points alongside Patriots, who occupy the fourth slot. Coach Sunny Niyomugabo expressed confidence about his team’s ability to reach their objectives despite acknowledging the challenges ahead. In addition, Kepler—ranked seventh—is set to take on first-place leader APR, boasting an impressive tally of 28 points. On the lower end of the rankings, last-ranked Espoir goes u...

Coach Fidele Nyirimana from Kepler VC firmly believes that his team will impress during their first participation in the upcoming Men’s African Volleyball Club Championship scheduled between April 17th and 30th in Misurata, Libya. Alongside APR VC, these two teams will represent Rwanda at this prestigious continental event following the withdrawal of Rwanda Energy Group (REG). Following their final practice session on Tuesday at NPC gymnasium in Remera prior to heading off to Misurata, Nyirimana assured Times Sport reporters, "Our preparations were thorough via several friendly games leading up to the tournament; thus, our club feels adequately equipped to face the challenge." Although new to such competitions, Kepler boasts talents like opposite hitter Wickliffe Dusenge and middle blocker John Nkurunziza—athletes whose previous experiences include playing alongside Gisagara when they clinched a historic bronze medal in an earlier iteration of this championship. Furthermor...

Despite the loss, Unai Emery remained optimistic about the direction of his team. Aston Villa could have forced extra-time but didn't complete their comeback LISTEN NOW: It's All Heating Up! Is it equitable for Manchester United or Tottenham to directly secure their spot in the Champions League if they win the Europa League? Unai Emery challenged Aston Villa to push their way inside Champions League the following season after they suffered a devastating quarter-final loss to Paris Saint-Germain . Amidst the presence of the Prince of Wales at Villa Park, Aston Villa staged an impressive comeback from a two-goal deficit to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory – yet they were eliminated with an overall score of 5-4 thanks to PSG’s 3-1 victory in last week’s first leg in France. In the Premier League The Villa team is just one point away from securing fifth place, which would likely ensure their qualification for the up...

Unai Emery experienced a wild mix of feelings during the sideline action against PSG. Several of his striking responses didn't escape notice as Villa aimed for an equalizer. LISTEN NOW: It’s All Heating Up! Is it equitable for Manchester United or Tottenham to directly secure their place in the Champions League if they clinch victory in the Europa League? Unai Emery responded differently from any other manager when Aston Villa passed up two opportunities to seize control PSG into overtime on Tuesday night. Villa nearly achieved one of the remarkable turnarounds in Champions League history. When they managed to score three unanswered goals, bringing the overall score to 5-4 in favor of their opponent. The team from the Midlands appeared defeated within just 27 minutes after Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes gave them a nightmarish beginning - and a 5-1 aggregate hurdle to overcome. But goals from Youri Tielemans John...