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(Reuters) – Rachin Ravindra smashed a game-changing century as New Zealand posted 402 all out for a substantial first-innings lead of 356 runs over India, who responded by reaching 231-3 at stumps on the third day of the rain-affected opening test yesterday.

(Reuters) – Noman Ali claimed eight wickets as Pakistan’s frontline spinners bowled them to a 152-run victory over England in the second test in Multan yesterday to level the three-match series at 1-1.

(ESPN Cricinfo) – Pathum Nissanka sent Sri Lanka’s chase screaming out of the blocks before Kusal Mendis and Kusal Perera put on a clinical and unbeaten 106-run stand for the second wicket.

The 51st edition of the Central America & Caribbean (CAC) Bodybuilding & Fitness Championship was officially launched yesterday at the National Cultural Centre on Mandela Avenue ahead of the event’s commencement tomorrow evening at the same venue.

Despite being in encampment for approximately eight days, the Golden Jaguars allegedly did not receive any form of stipend or per diem from the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) ahead of their final matches in League A of the CONCACAF Nations League.

GCB Inter-County Super50 – Essequibo through to finals via NRR The Demerara juggernaut remains unstoppable after beating Essequibo in the third and final round of the round robin stage in the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) Inter-County Super50 Championship at the GCC ground, Bourda.

The maiden edition of the Percy Boyce Memorial Cycle Tournament will be staged on Sunday at the National Park, Thomas Lands.

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup (CMC) – Eight years ago, the West Indies edged out New Zealand by just six runs in a thrilling second semifinal of the 2016 T20 World Cup, booking their spot in the final.

(Reuters) – Pakistan set England a tricky victory target of 297 and then reduced the touring side to 36 for two on an eventful third day of the second test to stay on course for a series-levelling victory yesterday.

(Reuters) – India were bundled out for a dismal 46, their worst total on home soil, as New Zealand’s fast bowlers ran amok in overcast conditions before the tourists got to 180-3 at stumps on the second day of the rain-hit opening test yesterday.

‘Champion of Champions’ Futsal – Sparta Boss held to draw Heavyweights North East La Penitence, Back Circle A, Gold is Money, and Bent Street A secured opening wins while Sparta Boss was held to stalemate in the ‘Champion of Champions’ Futsal tournament on Tuesday night at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue.

CONCACAF U-17 Women’s Qualifiers – team didn’t feature at 2023 edition The Lady Jaguars have been drawn in group C in round one of the 2025 CONCACAF U-17 Women’s Qualifiers, which will occur from January 27th – 31st, following the official draw yesterday.

‘Rep Ya Turf’ Inter-Block Football Jetty Gunners captured the ‘Rep Ya Turf’ Inter-Block Football Championship, defeating Showtime A on sudden death penalty kicks in the final at the West Demerara Secondary School ground.

Lower Corentyne Secondary School (LCSS) became the latest beneficiary of the ‘Project Cricket Gears’ initiative following the acquisition of equipment.

(CMC) – West Indies T20 captain Rovman Powell and vice-captain Roston Chase were less than flattered with the pitch at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium which was used for the second T20I on Tuesday.

(Reuters) – England opener Ben Duckett smashed a belligerent hundred but Pakistan off-spinner Sajid Khan struck three late blows to leave the second test evenly poised on an enthralling second day yesterday.

(Reuters) – England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chiefs are confident a solution can be found if India do not travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, adding that India’s participation is necessary to protect the tournament’s broadcast rights.

(CMC) – West Indies Women’s captain Hayley Matthews says her teammates showed tremendous heart and grit in defeating England to qualify for the semifinals of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on Tuesday.

(CMC) – West Indies Women saved their best performance of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup for when it mattered most, in a clinical six-wicket victory over England Women that saw them progress to the semifinal round.

CONCACAF Nations League Guyana’s maiden campaign and sojourn in League A of the CONCACAF Nations League came to a conclusion as they suffered an embarrassing 1-5 loss to traditional rival Suriname last night at the Dr.