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Thailand overcomes Vietnam to retain ASEAN football title
The two teams entered the match after a 2-2 draw in the first leg at Vietnam's home ground, reports Xinhua news agency. Thai skipper Theerathon Bunmathan struck from outside the box in the 24th minute to score for the home team.
ILT20 introduces unique player awards; Green Belt for highest scorer, White for top wicket-taker
While the players are getting a chance to experience several distinct initiatives, such as the usage of fan-engaging Smartball technology on the field, the cricketing superstars are being presented with a unique set of awards during the competition, which kicked off following a glittering opening ceremony at the Dubai International on Frida. The tournament is being held across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.
Indian women's hockey team registers stellar 5-1 win over South Africa
Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, the industrious midfielder took to the pitch as a senior for the first time as she was selected to start against South Africa in this game. It marked a momentous occasion for the young player who led the Indian women's junior team at the Uniphar U23 5-Nation Tournament 2022 in May.
Hockey World Cup: Australia score late goal to secure 3-3 draw with Argentina
Australia and Argentina had started the tournament in contrasting styles -- the Kookaburras thrashing France 8-0 while Argentina overcame South Africa 1-0. But on Monday, Australia were trailing Argentina by a goal (3-2) with four minutes to go for the final hooter when the experienced Blake Govers scored a field goal in the 57th minute to make it 3-3 and claim one point for the Kookaburras from the match.
Table tennis: China bags four titles at WTT Contender Durban
China's Qian Tianyi broke open a 1-1 tie after two sets to get past her compatriot Fan Siqi 4-1 to be crowned the women's singles champion. Three doubles events of the tournament featured all-Chinese finals. Zhang Rui and Kuai Man beat Qian and Shi Xunyao 3-1 in the women's doubles final, while Chen Yuanyu and Lin Shidong defeated Xu Yingbin and Xu Haidong 3-1 in the men's doubles title contention.
ILT20: Vince scores half-century as Gulf Giants beat Dubai Capitals by 6 wickets
Vince, who had hit 65 in the first match in his team's six-wicket win against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on Sunday, produced yet another captain's knock that came off 56 balls with seven boundaries and three sixes. He put on a 107 runs partnership for the third wicket with Erasmus, whose knock came off 28 balls with five boundaries and two sixes. Gulf Giants won the match with six balls to spare.
Hockey World Cup: France beat South Africa 2-1, remain in contention for QF spot
France had started with a 0-8 defeat against World No. 1 Australia while South Africa had lost 0-1 to Argentina. France and South Africa have competed multiple times over the past year in the FIH Hockey Pro League as well as the recently concluded FIH Hockey Men's Nations Cup.
Hockey World Cup: Netherlands beat New Zealand 4-0; virtually seal berth in quarters
Brinkman scored twice in the first quarter, slamming home field-goals in the 2nd and 12th minutes of the match. Koen Bijen (19th min) and Tjep Hoedemakers (54th min) scored the fourth goal for the Dutch who won the title in 1973, 1990 and 1998. The Netherlands had started their campaign for their fourth title with a 4-0 win against Malaysia.
Road to recovery has begun, I am ready for the challenges ahead, says Pant after surgery
In a series of tweets, Pant also said that his surgery was a success. "I am humbled and grateful for all the support and good wishes. I am glad to let you know that my surgery was a success. The road to recovery has begun and I am ready for the challenges ahead. Thank you to the @BCCI, @JayShah & government authorities for their incredible support."
Australian Open: Iga Swiatek crosses Jule Niemeier hurdle to enter round-two
Swiatek will face Colombia's Camila Osorio in the second round on Wednesday. A semifinalist in Melbourne last year, Swiatek worked hard in her opener. The 21-year-old made clear before the tournament she was not taking Niemeier lightly, and the German once again proved to be a tough matchup for the World No.1.
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