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Mboko reaches Australian Open fourth round with win

23 Jan 2026 | 10:47 AM

Melbourne, Jan 23 (UNI) Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko continued her impressive run at the 2026 Australian Open, advancing to the fourth round of the women’s singles with a hard-fought three-set victory over Denmark’s Clara Tauson on Friday.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv beats Panathinaikos in basketball EuroLeague

23 Jan 2026 | 10:44 AM

Jerusalem, Jan 23 (UNI) Maccabi Tel Aviv beat Greek champion Panathinaikos 75-71 at home on Thursday night in the 24th round of the EuroLeague.

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Freiburg edge Maccabi Tel Aviv to boost Europa hopes

23 Jan 2026 | 10:34 AM

Berlin, Jan 23 (UNI) SC Freiburg inched closer to securing automatic qualification for the UEFA Europa League round of 16 after a hard-fought 1-0 home victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv on Thursday, extending their unbeaten run in continental competition this season.

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India U19 hunt unbeaten run amid rain threat

23 Jan 2026 | 10:24 AM

Bulawayo, Jan 23 (UNI) The upcoming group-stage encounter between India U19 and New Zealand U19 here Saturday promises more than just cricket. It is shaping up to be a clash defined by skill, resilience, and unpredictability.
The viral narrative heading into this match is India U19’s quest for unbeaten glory, set against a New Zealand side struggling to gain momentum due to rain-disrupted games. India U19 have already won both of their group matches and are aiming to continue their dominance.

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Casemiro set to leave Manchester United after season ends

23 Jan 2026 | 10:17 AM

London, Jan 23 (UNI) Manchester United said on Thursday that midfielder Casemiro will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the season.
"Casemiro will leave Manchester United this summer, upon the expiry of his contract," Manchester United said in a statement on Thursday.

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GG beat UP Warriorz by 45 runs in 14th WPL 2026 match

23 Jan 2026 | 12:00 AM

Vadodara, Jan 23 (UNI) Gujarat Giants Women secured a convincing 45-run victory over UP Warriorz Women in the 14th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara, on Thursday.

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Ireland, Pak, WI register victories at ICC U19 WC

22 Jan 2026 | 11:44 PM

Windhoek/Harare, Jan 22 (UNI) Ireland, Pakistan, and West Indies all secured victories in the group stage of the ICC U19 World Cup on Thursday, ensuring their progression to the next round.

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ICC happy with Eden Gardens’ facilities for Men’s T20 World Cup

22 Jan 2026 | 11:24 PM

Kolkata, Jan 22 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday expressed happiness regarding the facilities at the iconic Eden Gardens for the forthcoming Men’s T20 World Cup scheduled from February 7.

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Death toll from Spanish fatal train crash rises to 45

22 Jan 2026 | 10:47 PM

Madrid, Jan. 22 (UNI) The death toll from Sunday's train crash in southern Spain has risen to 45 after Spanish Civil Guard officers discovered two additional bodies on Thursday.
The bodies were found after authorities extended the search perimeter around the crash site near the town of Adamuz, in the province of Cordoba. About 200 Civil Guard agents were involved in the operation, supported by search dogs, drones, and infrared equipment.

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Easwaran run out after stepping out for water

22 Jan 2026 | 10:31 PM

Kolkata, Jan 22 (UNI) Bengal captain Abhimanyu Easwaran was dismissed in unusual circumstances on Thursday, being run out after stepping out of the crease to get water, assuming the ball was dead.

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Ruud, Fritz advance to third round at Australian Open

22 Jan 2026 | 10:14 PM

Melbourne, Jan 22 (UNI) Casper Ruud and Taylor Fritz progressed to the third round of the Australian Open 2026 on Thursday with commanding straight-sets victories, keeping their hopes alive in a tournament that has already delivered thrilling action on Day 5.

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Aussie star Inglis stuns Siegemund to reach AO third round

22 Jan 2026 | 10:04 PM

Melbourne, Jan 22 (UNI) Maddison Inglis marked a stirring return to the Australian Open main draw after four years, producing a gutsy performance to reach the third round of her home Grand Slam and underline her belief that she belongs at the highest level.

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India winning CWG bid, vying to host the Olympics are very positive developments: Leander Paes

India winning CWG bid, vying to host the Olympics are very positive developments: Leander Paes

22 Jan 2026 | 10:03 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22 (UNI) Former tennis great Leander Paes feels that India being chosen as the host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games and vying to host the 2036 Summer Olympics are very significant developments.

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Anna Muzychuk to defending her title at Norway Chess Women 2026

Anna Muzychuk to defending her title at Norway Chess Women 2026

22 Jan 2026 | 10:02 PM

Stavanger(Norway), Jan. 22(UNI): Reigning Norway Chess Women’s champion Anna Muzychuk will return in 2026 as she looks to defend her title and potentially claim a second consecutive victory.

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Sinner cruises into third round at AO 2026

22 Jan 2026 | 10:00 PM

Melbourne, Jan 22 (UNI) Two-time defending Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner extended his dominance at Melbourne Park with a commanding straight-sets victory over Australia’s James Duckworth to march into the third round of the season’s first Grand Slam on Thursday night.

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