India clinched the T20I series against South Africa with a dominant 135-run victory in the fourth match, held at Wanderers Stadium. A powerful batting display led by Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson set a challenging total, which South Africa failed to chase, crumbling under the pressure of India's bowling attack.
Scotland is poised for a pivotal UEFA Nations League match against Croatia at Hampden Park, with the host nation striving to avoid relegation from League A. Currently trailing at the bottom of Group A1, they seek a crucial victory to change their fortunes as Croatia aims for group dominance. The fixture promises excitement, with significant impacts on the tournament standings.
England is set for a pivotal UEFA Nations League match against Greece in Athens, aiming to bounce back after a previous defeat. Interim manager Lee Carsley faces challenges with a depleted squad due to injuries. England needs to win by two goals to secure top position in Group B2. Greece leads the group with a strong team under coach Ivan Jovanović.
With nine major players like Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka withdrawing from the England squad due to injuries, captain Harry Kane voices his concern over players potentially prioritising club commitments over the national team. This development has put interim manager Lee Carsley in a difficult position as they prepare for crucial UEFA Nations League matches against Greece and Ireland. Discussions about player commitment to the national side intensify as England must secure a win against Greece to advance in the tournament.
Celtic demonstrated resilience in their UEFA Women’s Champions League match against Chelsea, scoring first but ultimately losing 2-1. Murphy Agnew's opener was quickly matched by Chelsea's Maika Hamano, followed by Ashley Lawrence giving the visitors the lead. Despite a valiant effort, Celtic couldn't find the equaliser, as Chelsea held on to maintain their perfect tournament record.
Mike Tyson, the former heavyweight champion, is scheduled to return to the boxing ring on 15 November 2024 to face YouTuber-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul at AT&T Stadium in Texas. This marks Tyson's first match since 2005, after previously withdrawing due to health concerns. The fight, which will be streamed live on Netflix, is drawing significant attention, partly due to the 31-year age gap between the fighters. With a co-main event featuring a rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, the event promises to be a notable one in the boxing community.
Gary Lineker, the iconic host of the BBC's *Match of the Day*, will step down at the end of the 2024-25 season after a successful 26-year tenure, continuing to host coverage for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and leading BBC's FA Cup coverage. His departure reflects wider changes within the BBC amid financial challenges, sparking speculation on potential successors.
Gary Lineker is set to step down as the host of BBC's flagship football programme, 'Match of the Day,' concluding a remarkable 25-year tenure. Lineker, who has become synonymous with the show and is the BBC's highest-paid presenter, has signed an 18-month contract extension for other broadcasting roles, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The departure follows controversies regarding his social media comments that strained his relationship with the BBC, while speculation over his successor includes several prominent female presenters.
David Coote, a Premier League referee, has been suspended by PGMOL following the release of an unverified video allegedly showing him making derogatory remarks about Liverpool FC and its former manager, Jurgen Klopp. The incident has sparked significant backlash and raised questions about impartiality in officiating.