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Cliff Notes – South Africa hope Markram’s career-defining knock can be match-defining too Aiden Markram’s century, scored under immense pressure, is poised to be one of the most significant in South African cricket history, particularly in a fourth-innings context. Despite his emotional celebration, Markram remains focused on the task ahead, with South Africa still needing 69 runs for victory. Markram’s performance reflects a return to form after previous struggles, showcasing his ability to adapt and…

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What Norris wants to change after enduring “worst Friday” of F1 2025 in Canada F1

Mclaren’s Struggles Mark "Worst Friday" for Norris in Canada Lando Norris lamented a frustrating day at the office for McLaren as he described it as the team’s "worst Friday" of the F1 2025 season during practice sessions at the Canadian Grand Prix. Both Norris and team-mate Oscar Piastri struggled for pace, finishing seventh and 14th in the morning session, and sixth and second in the afternoon respectively, as strong performances from Mercedes, Red Bull, and…

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Cliff Notes – Barcelona set to complete transfer for Joan García from Espanyol source Barcelona has activated Joan García’s €25 million release clause, confirming the goalkeeper’s imminent transfer from Espanyol. García, 24, has signed a six-year contract with Barça, enhancing their goalkeeping options alongside Marc-André ter Stegen and others. Despite interest from Premier League clubs, Barcelona secured García’s signature, with Espanyol unable to prevent the transfer due to the contractual clause. Barcelona set to complete…

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Cliff Notes – Transfer rumors news Barcelona plot Nico Williams move Barcelona is in discussions regarding a potential transfer for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, who is reportedly keen on joining the club. Manchester United is focusing on Napoli striker Victor Osimhen as a key target, should they miss out on Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyökeres. Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona plot Nico Williams move Barcelona have held a meeting regarding a move for Athletic Club winger…

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Cliff Notes – Rachel Daly – Former Lioness and Euros winner awarded MBE Rachel Daly, a key player in England’s Euro 2022 victory, has been honoured with an MBE in King Charles’ Birthday Honours list. Over her international career, Daly earned 84 caps for England, scoring 16 goals, and showcased her versatility by playing multiple positions, including at the 2023 World Cup. Rachel Daly: Former Lioness and Euros winner awarded MBE Tom HamiltonJun 13, 2025,…

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Canadian GP: George Russell leads practice as Charles Leclerc sits out F1

Russell Sets the Pace in Canada as Leclerc Bows Out After Crash George Russell led the way in the second practice session of the Canadian Grand Prix on Friday, showcasing Mercedes’ potential at Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Charles Leclerc, however, sat out after a crash in the opening session that necessitated extensive repairs to his Ferrari. Russell’s Impressive Performance In a demonstration of skill and strategy, George Russell clocked a time of 1:12.123, firmly establishing…

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Cliff Notes – Smith suffers compound dislocation of little finger Steven Smith sustained a compound dislocation of his right little finger while attempting to catch a ball during the World Test Championship final, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming West Indies tour. The injury occurred when Smith dropped a catch from Temba Bavuma, leading to immediate medical assessment and hospital treatment, with potential implications for Australia’s batting line-up. Smith suffers compound dislocation of…

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Cliff Notes – Kyle Walker: ‘I would give up a PL title for trophy with Spurs’ Kyle Walker expressed a willingness to sacrifice one of his Premier League titles to have won a trophy with Tottenham, highlighting the significance of their recent Europa League victory. The Spurs secured their first trophy since 2007 with a 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final, ending a 17-year drought. Walker fondly recalled his time at…

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Cliff Notes – “There’s some quality energy as India take on India A behind closed doors” India prepares for their five-Test series against England with a four-day match against India A, held behind closed doors in Beckenham. Bowling coach Morne Morkel emphasises the importance of consistency and character in adapting to varying pitch conditions ahead of the Tests. Several senior players have shown promising form in previous matches for India A, although bowlers Reddy and…

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Tsunoda “knows what’s going to happen” if he can’t turn around Red Bull F1 form F1

Tsunoda Looks to Reset F1 Career at Canadian Grand Prix Yuki Tsunoda is aiming for a fresh start at the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend, as he acknowledges the pressure to perform amidst questions over his future with the Red Bull Racing team. The Japanese driver, who has experienced mixed fortunes since his promotion to Red Bull, admits he “knows what’s going to happen” if he is unable to turn around his current form. Pressure…

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Cliff Notes – Transfer window weekly: Gyökeres to Man United? Onana replaced? Manchester United is monitoring Viktor Gyökeres but prioritising a deal for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo, with potential player sales to free up budget. André Onana expects to remain at United, despite interest from Saudi Arabia, while the club is keeping an eye on Emiliano Martínez’s situation at Aston Villa. Chelsea’s pursuit of Mike Maignan from AC Milan has stalled, but they plan to renew…

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Cliff Notes – Captain Cummins in a league of legends feat Benaud, Imran and more Pat Cummins reached 300 Test wickets during the World Test Championship final, becoming the 40th bowler and the eighth Australian to achieve this milestone. He is the fifth-fastest bowler to reach 300 wickets, completing the feat in 68 Tests and 13,725 balls, with a remarkable strike rate of 45.75 balls per wicket. As captain, Cummins has taken 136 wickets, ranking…

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Cliff Notes – Alex Carey has another eventful outing at Lord’s Alex Carey faced scrutiny for a reverse sweep attempt that led to his dismissal, despite previous success with the shot in different conditions. He also dropped a catch off Wiaan Mulder, a rare misstep given his strong wicketkeeping form over the past two years. Alex Carey has another eventful outing at Lord’s Alex Carey’s previous day of Test cricket at Lord’s was interesting. So…

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