Bagha Sharif retains title of Jabbarer Boli Khela

Defending champion Bagha Sharif, from Homna, Cumilla, claimed victory in the 116th edition of the Abdul Jabbarer Boli Khela at Laldighi Maidan in Chattogram on Friday. This marks his second consecutive win in the event, as he triumphed over Rashed Boli from Cumilla Sadar in the final.

Tamim calls Hridoy’s suspension fiasco ‘funny’

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal called out the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) over how they handled Towhid Hridoy’s suspension issue and also spoke about a few issues that have ‘upset’ the cricketers after a meeting with the board president in Mirpur today.

Watch / Will Hamza Choudhury's inclusion revive Bangladesh football?

If the BFF utilises this upsurge in interest from footballers and fans, it could be a game changer for Bangladesh football.

Cricket

Cricket

Hazlewood steers Bengaluru to narrow win over Rajasthan

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood starred with 4-33 in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 11 run IPL win at home against Rajasthan Royals, who won the toss and chose to field first Thursday.

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Hridoy to miss next DPL match as ‘previous rules reinstated’

Hridoy’s suspension, and the confusion surrounding his premature return to the field after serving just one game of a two-match ban, has sparked controversy and raised questions about administrative irregularities within domestic cricket.

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'I thought my face had come off': Flintoff reveals crash horror

Andrew Flintoff has revealed he thought his "face had come" off during the horrific car crash that left the former England all-rounder wishing he had died.

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Kishan's walk-off puzzles fans as Hyderabad slump to another loss

Sunrisers Hyderabad's playoff hopes in the Indian Premier League suffered another blow on Wednesday but even more puzzling was their batter Ishan Kishan's bizarre self-inflicted dismissal in their defeat at home against the Mumbai Indians.

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Mushfiqur’s slump deepens Bangladesh’s batting crisis

He is five Tests away from becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to reach the 100-Test milestone — a landmark achievement. But milestones alone cannot justify selection if current form continues to deteriorate. 

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Shanto blames ‘mental lapses’ as home woes mount

During the current ICC World Test Championship cycle, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) opted for a significant shift -- moving away from spin-friendly pitches to more balanced, sporting wickets for home Tests. The change came after years of criticism, with many arguing that doctored pitches may ha

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New Zealand to launch Major League Cricket franchise in 2027

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said on Wednesday it has agreed terms with American company True North Sports Ventures (TNS) to launch a new Major League Cricket (MLC) franchise that will debut in the 2027 season.

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Muzarabani wins battle of pacers

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani stood tall and won the battle against the much-hyped pace unit of Bangladesh in the first Test in Sylhet.

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Football

Football

18000-plus tickets allocated for Hamza’s first home appearance

Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) is working towards staging the high-profile clash at the 22,000-capacity stadium.

Nemesis’ Zohad included in BFF’s Marketing Committee

In a move aimed at revamping football in the country, the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has announced the formation of a Digital Media Management Committee and a Marketing Committee. Zohad Reza Chowdhury, the vocalist of the Bangladeshi rock band Nemesis, has been appointed as a member of the Marketing Committee.

Real Madrid win at Getafe to keep LaLiga title hopes alive

Arda Guler struck the only goal as Real Madrid won 1-0 at Getafe on Wednesday to claw back to within four points of LaLiga leaders Barcelona.

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Bangladesh lose Kabaddi series to Nepal

Nepal women’s kabaddi team handed a 21-17 defeat to the visiting Bangladesh side in Kathmandu today, wrapping up the five-match series 3-1 with a game in hand.

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Alcaraz withdraws from Madrid Open with injury

World number three Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from the Madrid Open on Thursday with a thigh injury, in a blow for his French Open title defence preparations.

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Swiatek hardened by going 'through the worst' after doping ban

Iga Swiatek admits the strict doping protocols can be stressful for players but feels like she has "been through the worst" after surviving her positive test over contaminated melatonin.

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AHF Cup / Bangladesh set up semifinal against Oman

Bangladesh emerged Pool B champions with an all-win record in the AHF Cup following a 5-0 win against Sri Lanka in their fourth and last final pool match in Jakarta, Indonesia on Wednesday.

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Women's kabaddi team bounce back in Nepal

Bangladesh women’s kabaddi team bounced back to keep the five-match Test series alive against Nepal with a 26-23 points victory at the Satdobato Taekwondo Hall in Lalitpur, Nepal on Tuesday.

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AHF Cup / Bangladesh edge past Thailand

Bangladesh emerged Pool B champions in the AHF Cup following a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Thailand in Jakarta, Indonesia on Tuesday.

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Simone Biles and Mondo Duplantis win Laureus awards

The world's most decorated gymnast Simone Biles was named the Sportswoman of the Year, while Swedish pole-vaulter Mondo Duplantis captured the men's honour at the Laureus awards ceremony in Madrid on Monday.

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I don't miss tennis: Rafael Nadal

The 38-year-old Spaniard, winner of 22 Grand Slam trophies, including 14 at Roland Garros, retired from the sport after his final match at the Davis Cup in Malaga in November.

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Bagha Sharif retains title of Jabbarer Boli Khela

Defending champion Bagha Sharif, from Homna, Cumilla, claimed victory in the 116th edition of the Abdul Jabbarer Boli Khela at Laldighi Maidan in Chattogram on Friday. This marks his second consecutive win in the event, as he triumphed over Rashed Boli from Cumilla Sadar in the final.

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Bangladesh, Zimbabwe land in Chattogram for 2nd Test

Bangladesh and the Zimbabwe cricket team have landed in Chattogram today for the second and final match of the two-Test series, set to begin on April 28.

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Djokovic ‘still trying to represent the older generation’

Djokovic, who is eyeing his 100th tour-level title before the French Open starts on May 25, said no player would ever be bigger than tennis.

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Tamim calls Hridoy’s suspension fiasco ‘funny’

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal called out the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) over how they handled Towhid Hridoy’s suspension issue and also spoke about a few issues that have ‘upset’ the cricketers after a meeting with the board president in Mirpur today.

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Bologna to face Milan in first Coppa Italia final since 1974

Bologna sit fourth in Serie A and look a good bet to return to the Champions League after their disappointing debut appearance in the competition this season. I

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No PSL broadcast in India after Kashmir tragedy

India and Pakistan have not engaged in bilateral cricket for years due to repeated terror-related tensions.

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Messi muted as Miami stumble in Concacaf semi 1st leg

Messi's impact was limited -- he was quickly closed down by Vancouver and was restricted to an optimistic long-range effort in the 29th minute which flew high over the bar.

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Selectors ‘hoping’ Bijoy card works this time

While Bijoy's return may look like a one-off decision, it appears the selectors are willing to give this chapter a few more pages.

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'Defiant' Maradona refused hospitalisation, doctor informs death trial

One of the questions at the heart of the trial is whether the decision to allow him to convalesce in a private home instead of a medical facility endangered his life.

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Hazlewood steers Bengaluru to narrow win over Rajasthan

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood starred with 4-33 in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 11 run IPL win at home against Rajasthan Royals, who won the toss and chose to field first Thursday.

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