New Zealand have clinched the Twenty20 international series against Sri Lanka, with a 9-wicket win in the second match in Auckland. Chasing a victory target of 143, the Black Caps won the game with 10 overs to spare. Colin Munro was named man of the match for his 14-ball half century, which is the second fastest in T20s behind India's Yuvraj Singh (12 balls). The 2-0 series defeat sees Sri Lanka lose top spot to the West Indies in the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 rankings.
Dubai Capitals sail to playoffs after a six-wicket win over Sharjah Warriorz
Shayan Jahangir and Jordan Cox have registered fifties to help defending champions Dubai Capitals sail into the play-offs with a strong six-wicket win over Sharjah Warriorz at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday.
Stoppage-time comeback gives Burkina Faso victory in opener
Two goals deep in second-half stoppage time saw Burkina Faso snatch a 2-1 victory over 10-man Equatorial Guinea in the opening Group E match at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Wednesday.
Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day test
A side strain ended England fast bowler Jofra Archer's Ashes campaign on Wednesday while the beleaguered tourists dropped batter Ollie Pope for the fourth test against Australia.
Martha Stewart joins Snoop Dogg as Swansea minority co-owner
American businesswoman and television personality Martha Stewart has joined Swansea City as a co-owner, the Welsh football club announced on Tuesday.
Arsenal edge Palace on penalties to reach League Cup semi-finals
Arsenal have edged past Crystal Palace on penalties on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals of the League Cup when goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga saved a spot kick from Palace defender Maxence Lacroix.
