New Zealand have won the first T20 international against Sri Lanka by three runs in Mount Maunganui after defending 184. Today’s game was set up for the Kiwis by a blistering century opening stand between Martin Guptill and Kane Williamson, with each scoring half-centuries. Black Cap’s Trent Boult was declared the Man of the Match for his 3 for 21 in four overs.
FIFA mandates female coaches in their women's competitions
Every team in a FIFA women's competition will be required to have at least one female head or assistant coach, part of sweeping new regulations from football's governing body aimed at boosting the number of women coaching at the highest levels.
Iran continuing World Cup preparations but will not play in US, says football president
The Iranian national team are continuing to prepare for the World Cup finals and have no intention of pulling out of the tournament even if they will not travel to the United States, Iran FA President Mehdi Taj said on Wednesday.
Buttler hopeful of England return despite T20 World Cup struggles
Former England captain Jos Buttler said he still wants to play for the national side after taking a break from cricket in the wake of their semi-final exit from the Twenty20 World Cup.
Messi scores 900th career goal, joins Ronaldo in elite club
Lionel Messi scored his 900th career goal on Wednesday to become the second player to reach the mark in elite men's football after Cristiano Ronaldo.
Bayern, Liverpool and Atletico join Barca in Champions League quarters
The second-leg matches of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 concluded on Wednesday with four high-scoring fixtures, as Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Atletico Madrid and Barcelona secured qualification for the quarter-finals.
