Philander strikes as proteas dominate on first day
Graeme Smith scored a half-century but fell late
on as South Africa made a confident reply after dismissing Sri Lanka
for 180 on the opening day of the first test on Thursday. Seam
bowler Vernon Philander claimed five wickets for the hosts, who
reached 90 for one at the close at Centurion.
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Neymar strikes but Santos wobble
Santos coach Muricy Ramalho admitted his side
will need to keep the ball and defend far better if they are to win
the Club World Cup, where they are likely to face Barcelona in the
final.
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Nigerian world champion Bada dies
The 1997 world 400m champion Sunday Bada of
Nigeria died and the sport’s world governing body was shocked to
receive the news, the IAAF said in its official website on
Wednesday. “The IAAF on behalf of the global athletics family offers
its condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Sunday
Bada who will be sadly missed.”
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