Cricket/Hundred: Ben Stokes was dismissed for a first-ball duck as Northern Superchargers were thrashed by Birmingham Phoenix, who achieved a record 10-wicket win. Moeen Ali and Ben Duckett led Phoenix to a rapid chase in just 39 balls.
Cricket/Hundred: Sam Curran’s stellar all-round performance led Oval Invincibles to a dramatic three-run victory over Manchester Originals, ending Originals’ playoff hopes. Curran smashed 68 runs and defended seven runs in the final over.
Cricket/Hundred: Birmingham Phoenix set the lowest total in the Hundred’s history, scoring just 54 against Northern Superchargers. Spinners Linsey Smith and Georgia Wareham starred with the ball for Superchargers.
Cricket/Hundred: Paige Scholfield’s unbeaten 48 guided Oval Invincibles to a crucial seven-wicket win over Manchester Originals. Marizanne Kapp and Amanda-Jade Wellington also played key roles in the victory.
Boxing/Paris Olympics: Imane Khelif secured her spot in the Olympic boxing final with a unanimous decision win over Janjaem Suwannapheng, celebrated by her passionate Algerian supporters.
Boxing/Paris Olympics: Australia’s Caitlin Parker and Charlie Senior are guaranteed at least bronze medals, with hopes of securing the country’s first boxing gold at the 2024 Games.
Soccer/Transfers: Ilkay Gundogan has decided to stay at Barcelona despite interest from Fenerbahce. Barcelona, looking to offload players due to financial constraints, may add Dani Olmo to their squad soon.