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K Hoysala dead at 35: Tragedy as cricket star dies after suddenly collapsing following match INDIAN cricketer Hoysala K has reportedly died aged 35. It is believed the bowler suffered a heart attack after collapsing during the Aegis South Zone tournament in Bangalore. The incident occurred during a team meeting with his side A G Karnataka on Thursday. It is claimed he received medical attention immediately but he did not respond to treatment. He was taken to Bowring Hospital in Bengaluru via ambulance where doctors confirmed he had passed away. Tributes have poured in with Indian cricketer and fast bowler…

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Luke Littler, 17, loses Premier League Darts semi-final vs Michael van Gerwen after scraping past Peter Wright LUKE LITTLER was eventually dumped out of the Premier League Darts semi-finals in a blockbuster contest with Michael van Gerwen. And that came after stunning fans by showing off his shock brand-new throwing style in Newcastle. LUKE LITTLER was eventually dumped out of the Premier League Darts semi-finals in a blockbuster contest with Michael van Gerwen. And that came after stunning fans by showing off his shock brand-new throwing style in Newcastle. https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/26121797/luke-littler-premier-league-darts-win-peter-wright/

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Inside Red Bull’s Christian Horner & F1 rival Toto Wolff’s toxic feud… & how wives Geri & Susie battle to keep the peace F1

Inside Red Bull’s Christian Horner & F1 rival Toto Wolff’s toxic feud… & how wives Geri & Susie battle to keep the peace IT’S a rivalry as fierce as that between the drivers on the track – and as the new Formula One season approaches it’s set to crank up a gear yet again. But Red Bull boss Christian Horner and Mercedes chief Toto Wolff’s feud dates back to long before Max Verstappen clinched that controversial world title back in 2021. This week Wolff couldn’t resist a dig at his rival – who is under investigation over allegations of “inappropriate…

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Former Everton star Li Tie sentenced to life in prison Former Everton star Li Tie has been sentenced to life in prison for corruption in his home country of China, according to reports. Li made 40 appearances across all competitions for Everton having spent four years at the Premier League club from 2002 to 2006 after initially arriving on loan. The 46-year-old, who managed the China national team between 2019 and 2021, also had a spell at Sheffield United as player but only featured once for the team. Li is now set to spend the rest of his life behind…

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Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang makes history with Europa League goal record Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has become the all-time top goalscorer in the Europa League after finding the net for Marseille on Thursday evening. The former Arsenal and Chelsea striker scored Marseille’s equaliser in their knockout round play-off against Shakhtar Donetsk to move to 31 goals in the Europa League. That puts him one clear of former Manchester United and Chelsea forward Radamel Falcao, who has scored 30 goals in the competition during his career. Aubameyang is also five goals ahead of former Athletic Bilbao striker Aritz Aduriz and Romelu…

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Neymar’s family paid €150k to Dani Alves victim of nightclub rape The family of Brazil international footballer Neymar paid €150,000 (£128,500) in damages to the victim of Dani Alves, according to reports. Alves was found guilty of raping a woman in the bathroom of a Barcelona nightclub and sentenced to jail for four-and-a-half years on Thursday. The €150k payment was made before the verdict and would have been handed to the victim regardless of the outcome of the trial. Reports in Spain say that the court took the €150k into account when deciding on the length of Alves’ prison term.

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Thomas Tuchel slammed over treatment of Manchester United transfer target Mathys Tel at Bayern Munich: ‘It’s a slap in the face’ Lothar Matthaus has criticised Thomas Tuchel for his handling of Mathys Tel at Bayern Munich. The 18-year-old has shown plenty of promise following his €28.5 million (£24.4m) move from Rennes in July 2022 but has started just one Bundesliga game in nearly two seasons at Bayern. Reports in Germany have claimed that Manchester United are keeping tabs on Tel’s situation at Bayern, while the player’s advisor is refusing to rule out the possibility of a transfer this summer. And…

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The back page of the Daily Star reports on British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, who’s bought a 25% stake in English football club Manchester United. Elsewhere, the paper reports on the latest results from the Premier League and Champions League and there’s an injury update on Luke Shaw and what it means for England’s Euros.

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The back page of the Daily Express reports on Sir Jim Ratcliffe who claims that Manchester United will be looking to knock Liverpool and Manchester City off their perch – and return the Red Devils to the top. British billionaire Sir Jim bought a 25% state in the English football club. 

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Champions League fixtures tonight – 21/02 – Arsenal face FC Porto, Barcelona in action The Champions League returns tonight with two hotly-anticipated matches in action, as English giants Arsenal face Porto and Spanish giants Barcelona take on Napoli. Arsenal are heading to Porto for the first leg of their last-16 tie as they bid to make the quarter-finals for the first time since 2009-10.  Champions League fixtures tonightKick-off Where to watchFC Porto vs Arsenal 20:00TNT SportsNapoli vs Barcelona20:00TNT SportsWhere to watch the Champions League tonight? BBC Sports looks at the team news as the Champions League returns tonight with Arsenal…

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Premier League fixtures – 21/02 – Injury-hit Liverpool has chance to go four points clear at the top Liverpool will face Luton tonight in front of a home crowd, with a win seeing the Reds go four points clear at the top of the Premier League table. Liverpool have been hit with a string of high-profile injuries as of late, with Diogo Jota and Curtis Jones the latest to join the injury list. For Luton, who currently sit in 18th place, a win would see them move out of the relegation zone, though it’s a big ask, especially at Anfield,…

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The back page of the Daily Star leads with the latest from the Premier League, as Manchester City narrowly beat Brentford last night, moving them into second place in the table. The paper says Erling Haaland’s single goal has helped end Man City’s jitters and turn up the title heat. 

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The back page of the Daily Mirror reports on the latest from the Premier League, as Manchester City narrowly beat Brentford last night, moving them into second place in the table. Erling Haaland’s single goal has put the striker ‘back on track’ according to the paper. 

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The back page of the Sun newspaper leads with last night’s Premier League game, which saw Manchester City narrowly beat Brentford to move into second place on the table.  There’s an update on the injuries facing Liverpool, as Klopp confirms striker Diago Jota is out for several months & Jim Racliffe’s purchase of 25% of Manchester United also makes the splash.

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The back page of the Daily Mirror leads on the latest from the Premier League – as Crystal Palace ‘threw away’ the lead to see their match against Everton end 1-1. Elsewhere, the Birmingham City boss has stepped back due to illness and Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola has apologised for comments made about Kalvin Phillip’s weight. 

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The back page of the Daily Star is dominated by the latest from the Premier League – with Cyrstal Palace’s 1-1 draw against Everton dominating the paper. Despite going ahead, the paper says Palace ‘threw away’ their lead as Everton clawed a goal back late into the game. 

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The back page of the Sun newspaper reports on the latest happenings and gossip in the Premier League. Palace’s new boss Oliver Glasner was in attendance at Crystal Palace vs Everton, which ended 1-1 – but Palace did show their fight. 

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