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Malaysia declines 2026 Commonwealth Games hosting offer
The Malaysian government announced on Friday that the country had declined an offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games on account of cost uncertainty and inadequate funding. This is a significant setback for the quadrennial multi-sport event. In response to Victoria's withdrawal as host due to escalating expenses, Malaysia was requested to assume the role. In support of Victoria's bid, the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has allocated £100 million in funding. The most recent ruling introduces the potentiality that the Games, which were previously canceled as a result of the Second World War, might not occur once more.
Knight’s captaincy leads England to T20 victory in NZ
Heather Knight, captain of England, led her team to a 15-run victory over New Zealand in the second match of the Twenty20 international series. Knight scored her second consecutive fifty. At this moment, England dominate the five-match series 2-0. The Match Player of the Day At Saxton Oval in Nelson, England, reached 149-7 with the assistance of Knight's 56 off 40 deliveries. Only she exceeded the 20-run mark, with Tamsin Beaumont and Charlie Dean each adding 19 and 16.
March Madness betting yields $2.7bn, player abuse
The estimated legitimate wagering by Americans on the men's and women's March Madness events this year is $2.72 billion, according to the American Gaming Association, a trade organization. This represents a negligible portion of the probable overall sum, as billions more are anticipated to be wagered via unauthorized channels, including bracket pools.
Cricket Australia cancels T20 over Afghanistan women’s rights concerns
The postponement of the second Australian men's cricket series against Afghanistan in succession can be attributed to the nation's appalling human rights record concerning women and girls. A one-day international series scheduled to be played in the United Arab Emirates in March 2023 had already been cancelled by Australia on account of "a marked deterioration" in the treatment of women in the country.
Legislation introduces independent football regulator
The establishment of an autonomous football regulatory body remains a priority for the United Kingdom government as the Football Governance Bill is scheduled to be presented in Parliament on Tuesday. The legislation would confer supervisory authority over clubs in England's top five divisions on an entity that is separate from both the government and football authorities.
Cultural division among fans benefits exploiters
Early departure is somewhat of a red flag. Booing your athletes. It is impolite to wear, purchase, or express any opinion regarding a half-and-half scarf that does not border on pathological loathing. Fake merchandise. Providing support to a club from a location other than one's own. Contributing to multiple clubs. Achieving a score below 10 out of 15 on a clickbait multiple-choice exam.
Gatland offers resignation following Wales’ defeat to Italy
In practice, the blue barricade was more resilient than the red. It should not come as a surprise that Gonzalo Quesada's Italy is developing at this rate, but the situation for Wales is becoming increasingly dire. The wooden spoon is back in their possession for the first time since 2003, prompting Warren Gatland to consider a hypothetical resignation offer that Abi Tierney, the CEO of the Welsh Rugby Union, declined.Â
IOC vice-president: Possibly only 40 Russian athletes at Paris 2024
International Olympic Committee (IOC) vice-president John Coates estimates that up to forty Russian athletes may compete as neutrals at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Coates told Sydney's Daily Telegraph, "The issue is how many [Russian athletes] will be there as well, because they won't be participating in any team sports because they can't compete as effectively as Russia."
Messi injured; Inter Miami reaches CONCACAF quarters
Lionel Messi assisted on a goal and conceded an assist prior to departing the pitch with a leg injury as Inter Miami defeated Nashville 3-1 in the round-of-16 second leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Luis Suarez, a former Barcelona colleague that Messi assisted in the eighth minute, scored the game-opening goal. Wednesday night, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner gave Inter Miami an early 2-0 advantage with a goal in the first half.
Champions League squad of the week: pepe at risk of love?
The Champions League was at its signature enthralling this week, as two matches reached the wire with penalty shootouts, and two others had outcomes that were anything but certain until the final seconds. The 4-3-3 squad below performs poorly during a week when fullbacks and wingers excelled.
Southgate: Going public on White’s England snub necessary
While Southgate endeavored to select White for the forthcoming friendlies at Wembley against Belgium and Brazil, the Football Association inquired about his inclusion on the lengthy list released before squad announcements. White, who was exceptional for Arsenal during their run to the quarterfinals of the Champions League and to the top of the Premier League, returned home early from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, which was his final appearance with England.
Champions League draw computerized for new complex format
Next season will feature a 36-team competition, with a table constructed based on the outcomes of eight rounds of league-phase matches (each team will encounter eight opponents, four at home and four away). The best eight teams advance to the round of 16, while the remaining sixteen teams compete in a knockout round to complete the lineup. The governing body is confident that this system will produce more high-profile matches with increased danger compared to the existing Champions League structure. However, elucidating its complexities might present a difficulty.