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Following their narrow defeat in the series opener, Bangladesh returns to the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium today, April 20, 2026, for a high-stakes second ODI against New Zealand. Trailing 1-0 in the three-match series, the hosts are under pressure to rectify the batting collapse that saw them lose their last seven wickets for just 37 runs in the first game. While captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz will look to lead a resilient comeback, the "Black Caps" enter with significant momentum. See best photos below

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Ulama is making a comeback in Mexico. Once played by the Aztecs, Maya, and Incas, this ballgame carries cultural significance. As with most indigenous traditions and cultures in Mesoamerica, the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors pushed it to the brink of extinction. But it refused to die. While modern football emerged as the most-loved, most-followed sport, this traditional game has been quietly fighting its way back into the lives of Mexicans. The players, often wearing special belts and loincloths, pass a rubber ball with their hips and points [read: goals] are scored when an opponent fails to return it or knocks it out of bounds. Here are a few glimpses from an ulama championship in Mexico City.

BY Photo Webdesk 20 April 2026

French youngster Arthur Fils captured the 2026 Barcelona Open title on Sunday, defeating Andrey Rublev in a hard-fought final, 6-2, 7-6(2). The 21-year-old Frenchman showcased immense mental fortitude, particularly under the guidance of his new coach, Goran Ivanisevic. This victory marks Fils' first title since returning from a long-term back injury and his first trophy since 2024. While top seed Carlos Alcaraz was forced to withdraw mid-week due to a wrist injury, Fils took full advantage, dismantling the draw to secure his 101st career win. In the doubles final, British pair Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash claimed the championship in straight sets. See best photos below.

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The Estadio Monumental was a sea of white and red on Sunday as 85,000+ fans packed the stands for a historic 104th consecutive sell-out. While the atmosphere was electric with confetti and flares, the match ended in heartbreak for the home side as Boca Juniors secured a 1-0 victory. The decisive moment came in first-half stoppage time when Leandro Paredes converted a penalty following a VAR-confirmed handball. The Superclasico spirit also took over the Buenos Aires streets, with the club supporters turning the city into a vibrant festival. Despite River Plate’s late pressure through Maximiliano Salas and Marcos Acuna, Boca’s defence held firm to claim the bragging rights in Argentina's fiercest rivalry. See best photos below.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a commanding 126–113 victory over the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series at Rocket Arena. Donovan Mitchell set the tone with 32 points, extending his NBA record to nine consecutive series openers with at least 30 points, while a resurgent Max Strus provided a massive spark off the bench with a playoff career-high 24 points. Toronto, appearing in their first postseason game since 2022, struggled without starting point guard Immanuel Quickley (hamstring). Despite RJ Barrett scoring a Raptors debut record 24 points and Scottie Barnes adding 21, Cleveland broke the game open with a devastating 27–9 run bridging the second and third quarters. James Harden’s double-double (22 points, 10 assists) helped the fourth-seeded Cavs build a lead as large as 24, effectively silencing the Raptors' transition game and taking a 1–0 lead heading into Monday’s Game 2.

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Bayern Munich secured their 35th Bundesliga title on Sunday with a commanding 4-2 victory over VfB Stuttgart at the Allianz Arena. The win puts the Bavarians 15 points clear at the top, making them unassailable with four games remaining in the season. Stuttgart briefly threatened to spoil the party when Chris Führich opened the scoring in the 21st minute. However, Bayern responded with a clinical six-minute blitz before half-time, featuring goals from Raphaël Guerreiro, Nicolas Jackson, and Alphonso Davies. Harry Kane came off the bench to seal the win in the 52nd minute, while a late consolation from Chema Andrés wasn't enough to stop the title celebrations in Munich.

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The first Merseyside derby at Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium ended in heartbreak for Everton as Liverpool struck late to seal a 2-1 win in the English Premier League 2025-26 fixture on Sunday. The Reds took the lead in the 29th minute, with Mohamed Salah finishing Cody Gakpo's through ball. Everton responded after the break, with Beto heading home in the 54th minute to level the scores. Both sides pressed for a winner, but just as the match seemed destined for a draw, Virgil van Dijk headed past Jordan Pickford in the 101st minute from Dominik Szoboszlai's corner to clinch all three points for the visitors.

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Olympique Lyonnais pulled off a stunning 2-1 upset against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes, dealing a major blow to the league leaders' title cushion. The visitors dominated the opening exchanges, with Brazilian starlet Endrick opening the scoring in the 6th minute. Just twelve minutes later, Afonso Moreira doubled the lead, finishing a clinical counter-attack orchestrated by Endrick. PSG struggled to capitalize on their 77% possession; their frustrations peaked when Gonçalo Ramos saw his 33rd-minute penalty saved by Dominik Greif. Despite a late stoppage-time strike from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Lyon held firm to secure all three points.

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Boca Juniors defeated River Plate 1-0 at the Monumental Stadium in a tight Superclásico with few clear chances and a controversial ending. The game's only came in the first-half stoppage time when Leandro Paredes scored from the penalty spot after a handball by Lautaro Rivero. River Plate tried their best to get back in the game and so they did via Salas, who came on for the injured Driussi. After a mistake by Boca, Salas did manage to shoot on goal but his effort went wide. Later in the match, Acuña sent in a few dangerous crosses, but no one could finish them. In the end, Boca held on to a vital win and extended their unbeaten run, while River were left frustrated.

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Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly cracked 93 and 87 respectively as Punjab Kings defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs in match 29 of Indian Premier League 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Punjab on Sunday (April 19). Arya and Connolly added 182 runs in just 13.2 overs for a highly entertaining second wicket stand for PBKS, as they tallied 254/7, this IPL season's highest total, going past RCB's 250 for three. In reply, LSG could manage just 200 for 5 in 20 overs with skipper Rishabh Pant (43), opener Mitchell Marsh (40) and Aiden Markram (42) providing some resistance.

BY Photo Webdesk 20 April 2026