Sports News from Friday, January 31st, 2025

Harshit Rana claimed three wickets in his debatable appearance as a concussion substitute to help India to a series-clinching 15-run victory against England in the fourth T20 International on Friday.

Former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales goes on trial from Monday at Madrid's High Court for his kiss on the lips of World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso that was watched by millions and triggered a backlash against machismo in the sport.

Twice Europa League winners Porto will face two-times finalists AS Roma in a knockout phase playoff tie, while Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce were pitted against Anderlecht in Friday's draw held in Nyon, Switzerland.

Defending champions Real Madrid will play 2023 winners Manchester City in a blockbuster Champions League knockout phase play-off tie after the two teams were pitted against each other in the draw held in Nyon, Switzerland, on Friday.

Two unbeaten teams will face-off in the ICC Women's T20 Under-19 World Cup final in Malaysia after the reigning champions India defeated England in the second semi-final.

Dinesh Chandimal's unbeaten half-century and persistent rain in Galle delayed Australia's push for victory in the opening test against Sri Lanka on Friday.

The Sharjah Warriorz put up a spirited performance as they banked on Johnson Charles’ 65 and some fine bowling from Adam Zampa and Adam Milne to soar to a four-wicket win against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the DP World ILT20 clash at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur were joined by Rangers as three British clubs secured their spots in the Europa League last-16 on the final round of group games on Thursday.