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Allen Leech weds Jessica Blair Herman
Los Angeles, Jan 14 (IANS) "Downton Abbey" star Allen Leech married American actress Jessica Blair Herman in a star-studded ceremony here. The 37-year-old married Herman, 32, on January 5 at Alisal Ranch and Resort in California's Santa Ynez Valley, reported dailymail.co.uk. Some guests who were a part of the ceremony were "Downton" co-stars Michelle Dockery and Dan Stevens and his "Bohemian Rhapsody" co-star Rami Malek, while "Glee" star Lea Michele and Darren Criss performed at the party.
Murray trains ahead of possible Aus Open farewell
Fans crowded around Court 17 to watch Andy Murray train hours prior to Monday's first-round clash, with retirement looming. Former world number one Andy Murray hit the practice court ahead of what could be his final Australian Open appearance on Monday. Murray dropped a bombshell on Friday, revealing he plans to retire at Wimbledon – where he has won two of his three grand slam titles – should he make it through the Australian Open due to an ongoing hip issue.
No Better Place to Make my India Debut Than New Zealand, Says Gill
Considered the 'next big thing' in Indian cricket, Shubman Gill has broken into the national team sooner than he expected and says there can't be a better place to start his international career than New Zealand, where he was named player of U-19 World Cup, 12 months ago. The last one year has seen the 19-year-old opener take giant strides.
Brady embracing Patriots' underdog status: Everybody thinks we suck
Tom Brady had a chip on his shoulder after the New England Patriots' dominant 41-28 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. Tom Brady said "everybody thinks we suck and cannot win any games" as the New England Patriots superstar embraced the team's underdog status in the NFL playoffs. Brady had a chip on his shoulder after the Patriots' dominating 41-28 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in their AFC divisional playoff game on Sunday.
Chargers TE Gates doesn't want to retire after playoff exit
Veteran tight end Antonio Gates, 38, said he is not ready to retire and is hoping to be back with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2019-20. Antonio Gates wants to be back on the field next season following the Los Angeles Chargers' defeat to the New England Patriots in the NFL playoffs. The Chargers were eliminated when they fell to last season's Super Bowl runners-up the Patriots 41-28 in the AFC divisional round on Sunday.
Top Runs of Divisional Playoffs
The divisional playoffs still proved a solid running back is key to winning in the NFL as four players reached 100 yards in their games. Here are the best runs from the divisional round.
Eagles vs. Saints highlights | NFC Divisional Round
The New Orleans Saints edge the Philadelphia Eagles 20-14 in the NFC Divisional Round.
Emery: Champions League qualification more difficult for Arsenal
After a 1-0 loss away to West Ham on Saturday, Arsenal head coach Unai Emery conceded the defeat was a blow to their top-four hopes. Unai Emery accepts it is "more difficult" for Arsenal to qualify for the Champions League after their 1-0 Premier League loss at West Ham. Emery's side were beaten by Declan Rice scoring his first Premier League goal for West Ham and the Gunners have now taken just four points from their last four league games.
Ignoring Isco nothing personal, says Solari
Isco was an unused substitute as Real Madrid earned a late 2-1 win at Real Betis, with Santiago Solari again having to defend the decision. Santiago Solari insisted his decision to leave Isco as an unused substitute in a 2-1 win at Real Betis was nothing personal against the Real Madrid midfielder. Isco was benched despite Solari being without Gareth Bale, Lucas Vazquez, Toni Kroos, Marco Asensio and Marcos Llorente for Sunday's visit to the Benito Villamarin.
AS Vita coach Florent Ibenge attributes Al Ahly defeat to Kalonji red card
AS Vita ended the 2-0 defeat to Al Ahly with 10 men and also conceded a penalty, while FC Platinum debuted in the group stages by frustrating Pirates. AS Vita coach Florent Ibenge says the red card to defender Dharles Kalonji was the turning point that saw them lose their Caf Champions League Group D opener to Al Ahly away in Alexandria on Saturday. Kalonji was sent off for a second bookable offence in the 36th minute, leaving Vita with a tough task to contain their numerical disadvantage.
Everton 2 Bournemouth 0: Zouma and Calvert-Lewin send Toffees into top half
Majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri said 11th was not good enough for Everton in midweek and they responded by beating Bournemouth 2-0. Everton moved into the top half of the Premier League after goals from Kurt Zouma and Dominic Calvert-Lewin sealed a 2-0 victory over Bournemouth on Sunday.
Hirscher sets World Cup record with ninth Adelboden victory
FIS Alpine World Cup history was made in Adelboden as eight-time overall champion Marcel Hirscher claimed victory in the slalom. Marcel Hirscher made FIS Alpine World Cup history in Adelboden on Sunday as he won a record ninth race at the same resort. Hirscher is enjoying another stellar season as he looks to claim an eighth overall globe in a row, the Austrian's latest success his ninth of the current World Cup schedule.
Asian Cup 2019: Sandesh Jhingan - Stephen Constantine gave a good speech after the UAE defeat
India suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of UAE in their second Group A game of the 2019 Asian Cup. However, they only need a draw in their final match on Monday against Bahrain. Sandesh Jhingan pointed that the current set of players in the India squad are positive in their approach and a speech by coach Stephen Constantine certainly helped them get over the disappointing defeat to the hosts. “When we lose a game its disappointing. The way we played, we all believed we did not deserve a defeat.
I-League: Chennai City FC to host East Bengal in return-leg clash
Coimbatore, Jan 13 (IANS) In a game between two of the best attacking sides of the ongoing I-League, table toppers Chennai City FC will take on East Bengal in a return leg fixture on Monday here. Mexican Enrique Esqueda, who scored in their last clash has gone back home and East Bengal has bolstered their attack with the signing of young Spaniard Jamie Santos Colado, who has scored one of the goals of the league, as well as Toni Dovale, another Spanish player who plays down the left wing.
Everton 2 Bournemouth 0: Zouma and Calvert-Lewin send Toffees into top half
Liverpool, January 13: Everton moved into the top half of the Premier League after goals from Kurt Zouma and Dominic Calvert-Lewin sealed a 2-0 victory over Bournemouth on Sunday (January 13). Results | Points Table Majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri said in midweek that Everton being 11th in the Premier League "is just not good enough" and Zouma's 61st-minute header got them going in the right direction at Goodison Park.
Punjab, Goa in boys U21 semis, Manipur, Jharkhand U17 girls rout rivals in KIYG
Pune, Jan 13 (IANS) Punjab and Goa chalked out contrasting victories over their rivals in Pool B to qualify for the semifinals in the boys under-21 football competition of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) here on Sunday. Punjab captain Parmeet Jutty (27th minute) and Vikrant Singh (28th) helped their team overpower Manipur 2-0 while Goa downed Karnataka 1-0 to record their second successive victories and with six points each assured themselves of a place in the knock-out stage.
Atletico beats Levante 1-0 in La Liga clash
Madrid, Jan 13 (IANS) A tenacious Atletico Madrid managed to overcome Levante's staunch resistance to earn a 1-0 La Liga win, extending its home winning streak to six matches here on Sunday. Atletico extended its unbeaten La Liga run to 16 league matches on the strength of a penalty kick successfully converted by France forward Antoine Griezmann. The home side was eager to win and keep pace with standings leader Barcelona, who was set to take on Eibar later in the day, reports Efe news.
Da Silva involved at both ends as Rennes wins 1-0 at Nantes
PARIS (AP) — Defender Damien Da Silva was involved at both ends of the field as Rennes won 1-0 away to Nantes to climb into sixth place in the French league on Sunday. He put Rennes ahead with a glancing header from forward Hatem Ben Arfa's free kick after 13 minutes. Ben Arfa has set up both his goals this season. With Nantes pushing for an equalizer during a frantic second half, Da Silva appeared to block a goal-bound shot with his arm.
Almoez Ali scores 4 as Qatar advances at Asian Cup
1 / 5 Japan's midfielder Ritsu Doan, right, goes for a header with Oman's midfielder Ahmed Al Mahaijri during the AFC Asian Cup group F soccer match between Japan and Oman at Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar) AL AIN, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Qatar thrashed North Korea 6-0 on Sunday and advanced to the knockout stages of the Asian Cup after the biggest victory in this tournament so far.
Watch: Fireworks at Golden Temple on 352nd Prakash Parv of Guru Gobind Singh
352nd Prakash Parv of Guru Gobind Singh celebrated across the country by Sikh community. Fireworks took over the skyline over Golden Temple in Amritsar to mark the occasion. Celebrations of birth anniversary of first Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh commenced on January 11.
Cassano: Madness to sell Higuain, he's Milan's only decent player!
Chelsea have been credited with an interest in signing the striker in January, but a former team-mate feels it would be a bad move on the club's part Former Italy international Antonio Cassano has said that AC Milan would be mad to let Gonzalo Higuain leave the club, insisting that the Argentine is their "only decent player".
Major shots by major champions include overlooked ones
1 / 4 FILE- In this June 17, 2018, file photo Brooks Koepka holds up the Golf Champion Trophy after winning the U.S. Open Golf Championship in Southampton, N.Y. Koepka says the key to victory were 9-irons he hit on the 16th and 17th holes of the final round. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File) HONOLULU (AP) — Brooks Koepka still smiles at the memory of the 9-irons he hit in the final round of his second straight U.S. Open victory. Yes, that's plural.
Former S. Africa and Leeds striker Phil Masinga dies at 49
FILE - In this Sunday, April 11, 1998 file photo, Udinese's Pineda, left, challenges for the ball with Bari's Phil Masinga, at the Udine stadium in Udine Italy. Phil Masinga, the former South Africa and Leeds United striker who scored the goal that took his country to the World Cup for the first time, has died at the age of 49 it was announced Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019.
Oman 0 Japan 1: Controversial Haraguchi penalty seals progress
Abu Dhabi, January 13: Four-time Asian Cup winners Japan sealed their place in the last 16 at the 2019 edition with a controversial 1-0 victory over Oman in Abu Dhabi. After being pushed all the way in their opening Group F victory over Turkmenistan, Japan were again far from their best as two contentious penalty decisions proved pivotal on Sunday (January 13).
Man United women's game abandoned after Charlton player hurt
LONDON (AP) — A women's soccer game between Manchester United and Charlton was abandoned Sunday after an injury to a player. Charlton says winger Charlotte Kerr was hurt in a collision as United took the lead in the 10th minute of the second-tier FA Women's Championship match. In a tweet, Charlton said players returned to the locker rooms as Kerr was treated on the field and they waited for an ambulance to arrive at the stadium in Kent, near London.
Unfortunate Klinger caught out by seventh delivery in BBL
Michael Klinger was out of luck in the Big Bash, caught off the seventh ball of an over in Perth Scorchers' victory on Sunday. Michael Klinger was on the wrong end of a miscount on Sunday as the Perth Scorchers batsman was dismissed off the seventh delivery in an over against Sydney Sixers.
Sancho gives Hudson-Odoi Bundesliga advice amid Bayern interest
Dortmund, January 13: Jadon Sancho has encouraged Callum Hudson-Odoi to join him in the Bundesliga amid reports the Chelsea winger wants to move to Bayern Munich. Hudson-Odoi has been attracting interest from the German champions since the start of the transfer window, with Bayern keen to offer him the regular first-team minutes he has struggled to get at Stamford Bridge.
Asian Cup 2019: Pronay Halder likely to be named captain for Bahrain game
Pronay Halder will lead India in their third Group A fixture against Bahrain on Monday at the Al-Sharjah Stadium, Sharjah at the Asian Cup. The midfielder has been a key cog in India’s midfield having started in each of the two group games against Thailand and UAE. It is believed that coach Stephen Constantine is impressed with the ATK midfielder’s performance and impressed with his on and off the field demeanour.
Haryana to meet Odisha at men's U-21 hockey final at KIYG
Pune, Jan 13 (IANS) Favoured Odisha and Haryana took their places in the final of the mens Under-21 hockey final of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2019 as the latter outplayed neighbours Punjab 3-1 while the former defeated Uttar Pradesh 2-1. In the men's U-21 semis, Haryana rode on goals from skipper Mandeep Mor (12th minute), Yashdeep Siwach (45th) and Kuldeep (46th) to get the better of Punjab 3-1 with some ease. For the losing side, Karajwinder Singh (23th) scored a consolation goal.
Jesse Were's brace steers Zesco United to a win over Kaizer Chiefs
Anthony Akumu also took part in the victory while David Owino missed the home win Kenyan International Jesse Were hit a brace to steer Zesco United to a 3-1 win over South Africa side Kaizer Chiefs in the first leg of the Caf Confederation Cup pre-group stage encounter. The Harambee Stars striker has been on a fine form, both in the Zambian Premier League as well as the continental front.
HWA Formula E squad fined for breaking curfew
FE teams are not allowed to enter their garages until 6.30am on race day, with cameras installed to make sure the curfew is respected. Motorsport.com understands that the team member involved in the incident was part of HWA’s organisational team, who arrived at the garage to make an early start on his work on Saturday.
Shooting: 10-year-old Abhinav Shaw becomes youngest Khelo India champ
Pune, Jan 13: Abhinav Shaw became the youngest gold medallist at the Khelo India Youth Games when he teamed up with Mehuli Ghosh to help West Bengal win the 10m air-rifle mixed team event here Sunday. The 10-year-old from Asansol raised his game enough in the final to ensure Mehuli Ghosh's classy display would not result in any medal other than her second gold, a media release issued here said.
Five iconic images that defined Indian cricket
Dhoni and Yuvraj after winning the 2011 World cup Indian cricket team created has many memorable moments on the Cricket field. Though many such moments were not recorded prior to 1980s, technological advancement which boomed after 1980s that made it possible to capture every important moment and helps us to cherish the memories whenever we see it in future. Any real fan can recollect the exact incident which happened on a particular match just by looking at the picture.
'I wouldn't have sold Ronaldo for €200m!' - Carvalho says Real Madrid miss star player
Real Betis host the capital club on Sunday and William Carvalho believes the European champions are feeling the absence of the Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo's absence is still keenly felt at Real Madrid, according to William Carvalho, who would not have sold him even for €200 million. Carvalho's Real Betis host his compatriot's former club on Sunday and the Portugal midfielder believes the Champions League holders miss Ronaldo.
Amelie Mauresmo says Andy Murray will retire from tennis as 'much more than just a sporting figure'
Talking about Andy Murray, Amelie Mauresmo said: “He is not afraid of his own sensitiveness, on the contrary. To me, he has been undervalued as a man, not as a tennis player.” Paris: Andy Murray will leave the sport as more than just a sporting figure, the Briton's former coach Amelie Mauresmo said on Sunday. Murray, 31, said on Friday that this year's Australian Open could be his last professional tournament, although the former World No 1 hopes he can bow out at his beloved Wimbledon.
Sadhus, visitors flock Prayagraj ahead of Kumbh Mela 2019
As Prayagraj is ready to host the Kumbh Mela 2019, which will start from January 15 in the holy city, Saints and Sadhus in large number are flocking to the city. Boat riders near the Ganga and Yamuna banks are also more visible. Boaters earn their yearly income during the Kumbh Mela. Siberian birds are also a big attraction for the visitors.
Scarlets vs Leicester: Once roaring Tigers bow out of Europe with a whimper
There were two stand-out moments from the latest round of European Champions Cup action. One made the soul sing, the other made it sink. If you’re a Leicester Tigers fan, at least. First, let’s start with the uplifting brilliance that was Viliame Mata’s off-load. Edinburgh’s Fijian No8, all 6ft 5in and 18 stone of him, produced a moment of skill so outrageous in its delivery, it defied belief.
I-League: Indian Arrows hammer Shillong Lajong FC 3-0
Shillong, Jan 13 (IANS) The 65th game of the ongoing Hero I-League saw hosts Shillong Lajong FC go down 0-3 to Indian Arrows at the JLN Stadium here on Sunday. Vikram Pratap Singh (18'), Lalengmawia (32'), and Ninthoi (45' + 3') scored for the Indian Arrows, sealing their victory. Lalengmawia was adjudged the Hero of the Match. Indian Arrows showed their attacking intent from the first minute and went on pressing hard.
Rishabh Pant is champion player in making: MSK Prasad
Rishabh Pant played three T20s and four Test matches in Australia. (AP) Rishabh Pant is very much a part of India’s 2019 World Cup campaign revealed chairman of selector MSK Prasad. Describing the Pant as a champion player in the making, Prasad said that the southpaw has been rested because the tour down under did take a toll on his body. "Rishabh Pant played three T20s and four Test matches in Australia and that had an impact on his body.
I-League: Indian Arrows hammer Shillong Lajong FC 3-0
Shillong, Jan 13 (IANS) The 65th game of the ongoing Hero I-League saw hosts Shillong Lajong FC go down 0-3 to Indian Arrows at the JLN Stadium here on Sunday. Vikram Pratap Singh (18'), Lalengmawia (32'), and Ninthoi (45' + 3') scored for the Indian Arrows, sealing their victory. Lalengmawia was adjudged the Hero of the Match. Indian Arrows showed their attacking intent from the first minute and went on pressing hard.
5 legends who could be playing their last World Cup
Cricket is a sport played all around the globe. The popularity of the sport is only second to football. And furthermore, with the invention of T20 format, the game has reached new heights in its popularity. But at the same time, the 50-over format is getting affected by all the T20 leagues. Once every four years, the World Cup tournament is played out. The expectations are always high since the best teams battle it out for the ultimate glory within a span of about six weeks.
AFC Asian Cup 2019: Bahrain's Miroslav Soukup - We know India's strengths and weaknesses
All four teams in Group A of the AFC Asian Cup 2019 remain in contention of securing a Round of 16 berth going into the final matchday. However, Bahrain remains the only team without a win and they come up against India at Sharjah on Monday. After a 1-1 draw against hosts UAE, the Gulf side were handed a narrow 1-0 defeat by Thailand, leaving them with just a point and bottom of the group. Head coach Miroslav Soukup remained optimistic on his side's chances to make the next stage. "We must be ready.
Sancho gives Hudson-Odoi Bundesliga advice amid Bayern interest
Callum Hudson-Odoi is right to consider a move to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, according to Borussia Dortmund sensation Jadon Sancho. Jadon Sancho has encouraged Callum Hudson-Odoi to join him in the Bundesliga amid reports the Chelsea winger wants to move to Bayern Munich. Hudson-Odoi has been attracting interest from the German champions since the start of the transfer window, with Bayern keen to offer him the regular first-team minutes he has struggled to get at Stamford Bridge.
'Zidane right to leave after Ronaldo sale' - Ex-Madrid president hints at power struggle
Ramon Calderon says the European champions have failed to recover from the close-season departures of their successful coach and former star player Zinedine Zidane left Real Madrid after losing a power struggle with Florentino Perez over transfers, according to former club president Ramon Calderon. Zidane quit Madrid in the off-season, on the back of winning a third successive Champions League as Los Blancos boss.
Djokovic: I can relate to Murray's injury woe
Melbourne, January 13: Novak Djokovic's own troubles with injury enable him to relate to the pain Andy Murray is going through as the end of his illustrious playing career nears. Murray announced on Friday (January 11) that 2019 is likely to be his last on the ATP Tour due to the ongoing hip problems that have troubled him for the past 18 months. The Briton even suggested the upcoming Australian Open could be his final tournament, although he hopes to bow out at his home grand slam - Wimbledon.
Almoez Ali stars as Qatar rout North Korea 6-0
Al Ain (UAE), Jan 13 (IANS) Four goals by Almoez Ali allowed Qatar to secure a berth in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup last-16 here on Sunday by trouncing North Korea 6-0 in their Group E second-round contest. Forward Ali's countryman Akram Afif, who plays for Qatar's Al Sadd on loan from La Liga's Villarreal, made four assists, leading their side to a glorious win.
Khelo India: Devanshi wins shooting gold
Pune, Jan 13 (IANS) Devanshi Ranas solid start provided her the necessary insurance against a less than productive showing in the final stages to win the junior (Under-21) womens 25m pistol gold in the Khelo India Youth Games here on Sunday. In the end, National junior pistol coach Jaspal Rana's daughter held off a challenge by Haryana's resurgent Anjali Choudhary.
AFC Asian Cup 2019: United Arab Emirates vs Thailand - Preview
A preview of UAE's 2nd group match against Thailand in the Asian Cup 2019. We could not ask for a more anxious filled ending to UAE’s final group match with the only result that the fans will be comfortable with would be nothing but a win. It’s been a rough start for the hosts in their 2019 Asian Cup campaign given their performance in the first two matches.
Want to play hard cricket and be respected off the field: Ashley Giles
Dubai [UAE], Jan 13 (ANI): England and Wales Cricket Board's managing director of cricket, Ashley Giles wants his side to play hard cricket on the field and be the 'most respected' among fans for their conduct off the field. "We still want people to play cricket hard. We don't want bland cricket played out on the field. But as much as I want us to be the best team in the world, I also want us to be the most respected team in the world over how we go about things. That is going to be challenged.
Don't want to let opportunity go: Shubman Gill on India call-up for NZ series
London [UK], Jan 13 (ANI): Domestic cricket star Shubman Gill, who has been picked for the ODI and T20I series against New Zealand, on Sunday said that he doesn't want to let the opportunity go if he gets a spot in the playing XI. "My only goal is that I don't want to let the opportunity go if I get selected in the XI," ESPNcricinfo quoted Gill, as saying. For Gill, it is a maiden call-up coming in the backdrop of his impressive performance in the domestic circuit.
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