Bottom 2nd: Correa makes a terrific play at shortstop.


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Top 2nd: Houston narrows the gap.


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Bottom 1st: Duvall’s grand slam puts Atlanta ahead early.


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Top 1st: Davidson cruises through an inning.


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Bregman moves down in the batting order.


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This could be Freddie Freeman’s last game for Atlanta.


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Ron Washington had to downgrade his fungo bat.


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What We Learned From Week 8 in the N.F.L.


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Can Houston’s offense get back on track in time to stay alive?


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Bobby Cox, Atlanta’s celebrated manager, will be watching from home. His influence remains.


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Jets’ Win Raises a Question: Who Is Mike White?


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The home plate umpire is known for calls on the field and off it.


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Tucker Davidson will take the ball first for Atlanta.


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Jerry Remy, Red Sox Player and Longtime Commentator, Dies at 68


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Is this the last night of pitchers hitting for themselves?


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How to watch tonight’s game.


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Namibia looking forward to 'facing the heat' of Pakistan, New Zealand and India

Coach Pierre de Bruyn calls Afghanistan defeat an "icebreaker" after winning run comes to abrupt end

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Half a season in the Blast, then blast-off for the lesser-searched Daryl Mitchell

New Zealander hadn't opened in T20Is before this week, now he's put India on the brink

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Group 2 scenarios: What do India, Afghanistan and New Zealand have to do to make the semi-finals?

After the loss to New Zealand, India's fate is out of their own hands, even if they win their three remaining games

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Virat Kohli: India were not 'brave enough with bat or ball' against New Zealand

"New Zealand had better intensity, better body language, and they created pressure on us from the first over onwards"

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'We don't play it safe' - Buttler, the confidence and the adrenaline, and bringing the hammer down

"Just keep imposing ourselves on the opposition is the way we've championed trying to play"

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Saying Yes to Baseball Meant Leaving Football Behind


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Sodhi, Santner and Mitchell put India on the brink

India's campaign is now at risk of coming to an earlier than expected close

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Hamstring injury puts Shakib out of remainder of T20 World Cup

Bangladesh allrounder ruled out until further review after picking up left lower hamstring strain

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Afghan bowlers deliver another massive win to stay second on table

Hamid Hassan finished with 3 for 9 and Naveen-ul-Haq took 3 for 26 to crush Namibia

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Sri Lanka face the tough task of stopping England's juggernaut

Sri Lanka have shown spark in this tournament but find themselves in a situation where, even if they win here, they will need favours from others to progress

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Fantasy XI: Jason Roy for captain, Adil Rashid for vice-captain

Fantasy picks for the T20 World Cup game between England and Sri Lanka

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Former Australia legspinner Peter Philpott dies aged 86

Philpott played eight Tests before becoming a notable coach

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Atlanta Is Peaking at Exactly the Right Time


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'Genius' Jos Buttler proves his value as a T20 opener again in 'clinic of white-ball power hitting'

"When he comes off like today, it's very difficult to stop him," says captain Morgan after Buttler's 32-ball 71 against Australia

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With Its Battle-Tested Core Struggling, the Astros are on the Brink


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125 Years After the First College Golf Match, a Rematch


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Late Homers Have Atlanta on the Cusp of a Championship


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WBBL round-up: Deepti Sharma stars as Thunder make it back-to-back wins

A recap of the latest action from the WBBL with all the teams again in action on Sunday

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For the Astros, a Struggling Core Is Complicating Things


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He Ran the First N.Y.C. Marathon. Next Week, He’ll Run the 50th.


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Aaron Finch: Australia facing 'must-wins' against Bangladesh, West Indies

Captain admits England "dominated us from the start" but remains confident in side's ability

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Asghar Afghan to retire from all formats after T20 World Cup game against Namibia

If selected, he will finish with 75 T20I appearances, to go with six Tests and 114 ODIs

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Craig Williams savouring decision to return for Namibia

Cricketer by day, quality surveyor by night - Williams enjoying life after overturning 2018 retirement

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Six-happy Miller and Rabada finish the job after Shamsi's game-changing three-for

Pathum Nissanka's 58-ball 72 and Wanindu Hasaranga's hat-trick go in vain as Sri Lanka lose their second game

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Shakib and Nurul in doubt for South Africa match

Both men are carrying injuries and will be assessed in the lead-up to the November 2 game

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Namibia upbeat but Afghanistan's spinners will be a challenge

Associate nation will be keen to pull off another upset

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India and New Zealand out to renew recent rivalry

Both teams have flaws that they need to fix to stay in the running for a semi-final spot

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Kohli backs Shami after social media abuse: 'Attacking someone over religion is the most pathetic thing'

India captain calls the people who attacked Shami on social media 'spineless'

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A Recipe for d’Arnaud’s Perfect Day: Doughnuts and a Dinger


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Pitching and Managing Evolve, and a No-Hit Bid Ends Early


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Boult: 'Hopefully I can mirror what Shaheen did to India the other night'

New Zealand seamer says "early wickets" will be the focus

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Scott Boland and Jon Holland combine to break down New South Wales

The lower order dug in but Victoria wrapped up victory midway through the final session

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WBBL round-up: Harmanpreet and Duffin take Renegades top as Sixers stumble again

A recap of the latest action from the WBBL with four matches taking place on Saturday

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Matt Kuhnemann's ten-wicket haul dismantles Tasmania resistance

The left-arm spinner came into the match with just nine first-class wickets

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Cameron Green and Josh Philippe take Western Australia to victory

Hilton Cartwright was run out with 44 still needed but the home side did it with ease

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Alan Davidson, star of tied 1960 Test, dies at 92

Former Australia allrounder played 44 Tests and claimed 186 wickets at a remarkable average of 20.53

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Atlanta Flirts With a No-Hitter and Takes Series Lead


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At World Series, Atlanta Finally Gets Its Tribute to Hank Aaron


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With Accusations of Abuse, Kyle Beach Forces N.H.L. to Confront Its Failings


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With Accusations of Abuse, Kyle Beach Forces N.H.L. to Confront Its Failings


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Greg Norman Takes Aim at PGA Tour With New Saudi-Backed Golf League


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Kevin Garnett Talks Missed Opportunities, On and Off the Court


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Asif Ali thanks his believers as he comes good in green again

Faith shown by Islamabad pays off in Pakistan's hour of need

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Asif Ali seals tricky deal for Pakistan with six spree

With 24 needed from 12 balls, Asif hit four sixes off Janat in the 19th over to win it

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Atlanta’s Sidelined Superstar Can Picture Himself Out There


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Michael Holding: Quota 'an unnecessary burden for players of colour in South Africa to carry'

Former WI fast bowler cited the example of Makhaya Ntini and how even though he was a world-class player he is sometimes viewed as a statistic

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Batting Ninth for One More Weekend: the Pitcher


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T20 World Cup exit prompts 'serious questions' of Ireland's operations

Review will focus on the quality of preparation, selection policies, coaching structures and the quality of the facilities available in Ireland

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When There’s No Next Step on the Coaching Ladder


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Pooran, Russell hand West Indies their first win; Bangladesh all but out of semis race

Russell helped West Indies defend 12 runs in the final over

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South Africa look to re-focus against favourite opponents

Sri Lanka's batting is a concern, having already come apart at the hands of Shamsi, Maharaj and even Markram

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Graeme Smith's appointment explained as SJN hearings come to an end

Alleged irregularities in Smith's appointment as director of cricket had been a frequent talking point during the hearings

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Eoin Morgan: Australia clash will have no bearing 'whatsoever' on Ashes

Test and white-ball formats too far apart to land any psychological blows, says captain

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An Arena Where the Goal Is ‘Net Zero’ Carbon Emissions, Even From Fans


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Ashley Mallett, one of Australia's great spinners, dies aged 76

After his playing days, which brought 132 Test wickets, Mallett became a prolific writer

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Alice Capsey among new batch awarded ECB women's domestic contracts

Number of professionals in women's domestic game increases from 41 to 51

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Joel Paris sets up Western Australia for victory after Henry Hunt's hundred

The home side stumbled early in their chase but will still be confident of knocking off 121

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Sarah Taylor named as Team Abu Dhabi assistant coach

Former England keeper to work alongside Paul Farbrace and Lance Klusener

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An Autographed Card Sold for $4.6 Million. Did Luka Doncic Really Sign It?


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England's dream start could be tested by improving Australia

Moeen and Rashid shape as a big threat in a match that could show where Australia stand

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Tasmania start well chasing 438 to win after Kuhnemann five-for

Queensland declare to give the Tigers a mammoth chase but Jewell and Ward produce a century opening stand late in the day

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Harris hammers home Ashes case with a grinding century

Peter Handscomb also made a century for Victoria before New South Wales reached 1 for 33 at stumps in pursuit of 339

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Stripped of the All-Star Game, Atlanta Hopes to Make Up for Lost Time


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M.L.B. Commissioner Can’t Hear Native Voices Over Atlanta’s Chop


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Adam Milne's 'roller-coaster ride' brings him into New Zealand's T20 World Cup plans

Quick raring to go during the best period of cricket he's had in a "long, long time"

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Roger Goodell’s Pay for Two Years Reached Nearly $128 Million


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Saqlain Mushtaq: 'If India makes it to the final with us, it would be a great thing'

Pakistan's interim head coach warned that Afghanistan would be dangerous opponents because of their "fearless" approach

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David Warner hits form as Australia ease to two wins in two

Combined bowling efforts from Zampa and Starc tied Sri Lanka down to 154 for 6

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Top 4th: Urquidy is settling in.


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Atlanta has some speed in reserve.


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Bottom 3rd: Fried has a 1-2-3 inning.


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Top 3rd: A quick inning for Urquidy.


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Bottom 2nd: Houston’s offense wakes up.


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Top 2nd: Atlanta ties it on d’Arnaud’s homer.


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Bottom 1st: Altuve gives the Astros a lead.


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Group disagrees with baseball’s commissioner about the tomahawk chop.


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Tom Glavine is looking for Max Fried to have a big night.


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Top 1st: Two baserunners and nothing to show for it.


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Morton’s replacement says: ‘This is why we’re here.’


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