Mumbai Indians thrashed Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday night to go to the summit of the Indian Premier League (IPL) points table.
The result knocks out Kolkata and puts Sunrisers Hyderabad into the playoffs
Earlier, Chennai Super Kings sealed a top-two finish despite being convincingly beaten by King XI Punjab.
The playoffs get underway on Tuesday with the first qualifier between Mumbai and Chennai.
All-star line-up expands at Hero Dubai Desert Classic
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Yamal strikes as Barcelona punish 10-man Villarreal
Barcelona has secured a composed 2-0 LaLiga victory at Villarreal on Sunday thanks to goals from Raphinha and Lamine Yamal in a match that tilted firmly in the visitors' favour when the hosts were reduced to 10 men just before the break.
Morocco beat Comoros in Cup of Nations opener
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American Tien defeats Belgian Blockx to win Next Gen ATP Finals title
American Learner Tien has overpowered Belgian opponent Alexander Blockx 4-3(4) 4-2 4-1 to win the Next Gen ATP Finals on Sunday, the year-ending exhibition tournament between the eight highest-ranked players on the tour aged 20 and under.
Dubai Capitals clinch important six-wicket victory over Gulf Giants
The Dubai Capitals sealed an important six-wicket win over the Gulf Giants courtesy of an impressive all-round display at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Sunday
