Sports News from Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
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Bangladesh sweep series against Pakistan despite Rizwan defiance
Bangladesh completed a 2-0 series sweep against Pakistan with a 78-run victory in the second test in Sylhet despite Mohammad Rizwan's defiant 94 in a failed chase on Wednesday.
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DR Congo prepares for World Cup despite Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo still expects to compete in North America this summer, despite attempting to navigate a national Ebola outbreak in its preparations for the World Cup.
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LIV Golf focused on long-term funding amid reports of potential bankruptcy
LIV Golf insists it remains focused on securing long-term investment in response to a report that said the rebel circuit has begun laying the groundwork for a potential US bankruptcy filing as a last resort.
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UAE, Saudi Arabia and allies condemn Israeli minister over flotilla detaineesThe foreign ministers of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Indonesia and Pakistan have jointly condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over the treatment of detainees linked to a Gaza-bound flotilla.
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UAE President joins call with Trump, regional leaders to discuss Iran peace dealUAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has taken part in a joint call with leaders of the US, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey and Pakistan to discuss regional developments and efforts to advance diplomatic solutions.
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UAE, UN discuss expediting access to clean water ahead of world conferenceRepresentatives from the UAE and UN have looked into ways to expedite access to clean water and sanitation during a meeting ahead of the 2026 United Nations Water Conference.
