Australia edged past Bangladesh in their second World Twenty20 match, winning by three wickets in Bangalore. Bangladesh scored 44 in the last three overs to make 156-5 after being put in to bat first. In reply, Australia lost 5 for 37 inside five overs, before eventually getting to their target of 157 with nine balls remaining. They next face Pakistan on Friday, a day after Bangladesh face tournament hosts India.
Arsenal defeat Man City 5-1 to stay in title hunt
Arsenal delivered a statement of intent in the Premier League title race with a 5-1 hammering of champions Manchester City to close the gap at the top to six points on Sunday.
Dubai Capitals into playoffs after 26-run Knight Riders win
David Warner's explosive batting propelled the Dubai Capitals into the playoffs of the DP World ILT20 Season 3 after they clinched a stunning 26-run win over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
Sonobe qualifies for Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open Round of 32
Wakana Sonobe, the 17-year-old Japanese talent, showcased her unquestionable abilities by defeating Cristina Bucsa in straight sets to move into the Round of 32.
18-year-old UAE resident wins inaugural L’Étape Dubai
L’Étape Dubai by Tour de France made its debut in the UAE this weekend, bringing together over 1,000 cycling enthusiasts, from hobby riders and amateurs to elite athletes, and recording the highest number of participants for the first edition of any amateur cycling event in the history of the UAE.
UAE to compete with seven athletes at Asian Winter Games
The UAE National Olympic Committee has announced the country’s participation in the ninth Asian Winter Games, set to take place in Harbin, China, from February 7-14, with 1,500 athletes from 34 Asian Olympic committees competing.
