The UAE will look to secure a draw in their T20 series with Ireland this afternoon. After a battling 34-run defeat in the opening game, they play the second and final game in Abu Dhabi. The series comes ahead of Ireland’s participation in the T20 World Cup, and the UAE’s games against Afghanistan, Hong Kong and Oman in the Asia Cup Qualifying. Play gets under way at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium at 13:30.
Tanzid century stuns Australia, keeps Bangladesh on top in Darwin
Opener Tanzid Hasan became the first Bangladesh cricketer to score a test century in Australia on Friday as the South Asian side dominated another day in Darwin to carve out a 153-run first-innings lead over the stunned hosts.
Shelton wins back-to-back Canadian Opens with victory over Nakashima
Ben Shelton has won the Canadian Open for a second straight year with a 6-3 7-6(4) victory over fellow American Brandon Nakashima on Thursday, claiming his second Masters 1000 crown and picking up a seventh career title.
Swiatek defeats Rybakina to claim Canadian Open title
Iga Swiatek has captured her first title of the season with a swift 6-2 6-3 win against Elena Rybakina in the Canadian Open final on Thursday, giving the Pole a confidence boost heading into the US Open.
Dubai Police reminds football fans of stadium rules ahead of new season
As the new ADNOC Pro League season gets underway on Friday, Dubai Police is urging football fans to enjoy the matches responsibly and follow stadium safety rules.
Italy's Curtis betters own 50m backstroke world record
Italy's Sara Curtis broke her own 50m women's backstroke world record on Thursday when she won gold in 26.56 seconds at the European Championships in Paris, a day after she had set the previous record.
The UAE has expressed its full solidarity with Kuwait following the foiling of a terrorist plot targeting a vital facility.
The UAE has strongly condemned Iran for targeting two vessels of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) on the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan have strongly condemned Iran for targeting ADNOC tankers on the Strait of Hormuz.
