Carlos Alcaraz had to fight his way out of a second-set slump on Sunday to escape with a 6-1, 2-6, 6-3 victory over Damir Dzumhur in his opening match at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open. The Spaniard, playing his first tournament since a runner-up finish to Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon, raced through the first set but completely lost his way in the second, dropping his serve twice against the 33-year-old Bosnian.&nbsp;But he regained his intensity -- and cut down his errors, in the third. Alcaraz fired his seventh ace to set up a match point and advanced to the third round seconds later as his opponent fired wide.&nbsp;Alcaraz, seeded second, claimed his 12th consecutive match at the Masters 1000 level after titles in Monte Carlo and Rome.&nbsp;"It was a relief to get this win," Alcaraz said after committing 44 unforced errors. "It was a rollercoaster of good feelings and bad feelings.&nbsp;"I was happy to get the win in the end. I know that I have chances to do better. "I will use the day off tomorrow to get my confidence back. It was a little tricky, I need to play smart tennis."&nbsp;Alcaraz, runner-up in Cincy in 2023, next faces Serb Hamad Medjedovic, a 6-4, 7-6 (7/3) winner over Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor.&nbsp;American Ben Shelton, coming off his first Masters 1000 title in Toronto, eased through his opener 6-3, 3-1 as opponent Camilo Ugo Carabelli was unable to continue because of a right knee problem.&nbsp;The Argentine who beat Kei Nishikori in the first round, pulled up short after the first point of the third game of the second set, gripping his knee.&nbsp;With a tournament supervisor translating from Spanish, the South American then took a medical time out. Once back, he only lasted three more points.&nbsp;Shelton had less than an hour on court, something of a favor after a draining Toronto tournament which only ended on Thursday.&nbsp;"It's not easy to play a couple of days after winning any title," he said. "I feel for Camilo. I hope he has a quick recovery.&nbsp;"I wanted to compete and be a warrior this week - see what I could do," said Shelton, adding when asked about tape on his right thigh that he has "a few muscle things."The legs take a lot of the force," he said.&nbsp;Sixth seed Alex de Minaur, the Washington champion and a Toronto quarter-finalist last week, was bounced by American Reilly Opelka 7-6 (8/6), 6-4, who crushed 14 aces and saved all seven break points he faced.&nbsp;Australian Adam Walton upset slumping former number one and 2019 Cincy champion Daniil Medvedev 6-7 (0/7), 6-4, 6-1 for the first top 50 win of his career.&nbsp;Spanish veteran Roberto Bautista Agut dismissed Briton Cam Norrie 6-4, 6-3 while number nine seed Andrey Rublev beat American Learner Tien 7-6 (7/4), 6-3.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a><h2>Gauff fights through</h2>In women's action, second-seeded French Open champion Coco Gauff battled through a tough first set to beat China's Wang Xinyu 6-3, 6-2.&nbsp;Gauff, who lifted the trophy in Cincinnati in 2023 and went on to claim her first Grand Slam title at the US Open that year, grinded through a first set marred by five service breaks.&nbsp;But she steadied in the second set to run out the winner in 71 minutes on a first match point.&nbsp;"It was a rough start," Gauff said. "But it was about just trusting myself and the work we've done in practice. "I was able to let it all go in the second set."&nbsp;Third seed Jessica Pegula, runner-up last year to Aryna Sabalenka, defeated Kimberly Birrell 6-4, 6-3.&nbsp;Seventh seed Jasmine Paolini, finalist last season at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, needed her last-chance match point to cement a 7-6 (7/2), 7-6 (7/5) win over Greek Maria Sakkari.&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Carlos Alcaraz, seeded second, claimed his 12th consecutive match at the Masters 1000 level after titles in Monte Carlo and Rome.

Carlos Alcaraz had to fight his way out of a second-set slump on Sunday to escape with a 6-1, 2-6, 6-3 victory over Damir Dzumhur in his opening match at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open. The Spaniard, playing his first tournament since a runner-up finish to Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon, raced through the first set but completely lost his way in the second, dropping his serve twice against the 33-year-old Bosnian. But he regained his intensity -- and cut down his errors, in the third. Alcaraz fired his seventh ace to set up a match point and advanced to the third round seconds later as his opponent fired wide. Alcaraz, seeded second, claimed his 12th consecutive match at the Masters 1000 level after titles in Monte Carlo and Rome. "It was a relief to get this win," Alcaraz said after committing 44 unforced errors. "It was a rollercoaster of good feelings and bad feelings. "I was happy to get the win in the end. I know that I have chances to do better. "I will use the day off tomorrow to get my confidence back. It was a little tricky, I need to play smart tennis." Alcaraz, runner-up in Cincy in 2023, next faces Serb Hamad Medjedovic, a 6-4, 7-6 (7/3) winner over Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor. American Ben Shelton, coming off his first Masters 1000 title in Toronto, eased through his opener 6-3, 3-1 as opponent Camilo Ugo Carabelli was unable to continue because of a right knee problem. The Argentine who beat Kei Nishikori in the first round, pulled up short after the first point of the third game of the second set, gripping his knee. With a tournament supervisor translating from Spanish, the South American then took a medical time out. Once back, he only lasted three more points. Shelton had less than an hour on court, something of a favor after a draining Toronto tournament which only ended on Thursday. "It's not easy to play a couple of days after winning any title," he said. "I feel for Camilo. I hope he has a quick recovery. "I wanted to compete and be a warrior this week - see what I could do," said Shelton, adding when asked about tape on his right thigh that he has "a few muscle things. "The legs take a lot of the force," he said. Sixth seed Alex de Minaur, the Washington champion and a Toronto quarter-finalist last week, was bounced by American Reilly Opelka 7-6 (8/6), 6-4, who crushed 14 aces and saved all seven break points he faced. Australian Adam Walton upset slumping former number one and 2019 Cincy champion Daniil Medvedev 6-7 (0/7), 6-4, 6-1 for the first top 50 win of his career. Spanish veteran Roberto Bautista Agut dismissed Briton Cam Norrie 6-4, 6-3 while number nine seed Andrey Rublev beat American Learner Tien 7-6 (7/4), 6-3. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) Gauff fights through In women's action, second-seeded French Open champion Coco Gauff battled through a tough first set to beat China's Wang Xinyu 6-3, 6-2. Gauff, who lifted the trophy in Cincinnati in 2023 and went on to claim her first Grand Slam title at the US Open that year, grinded through a first set marred by five service breaks. But she steadied in the second set to run out the winner in 71 minutes on a first match point. "It was a rough start," Gauff said. "But it was about just trusting myself and the work we've done in practice. "I was able to let it all go in the second set." Third seed Jessica Pegula, runner-up last year to Aryna Sabalenka, defeated Kimberly Birrell 6-4, 6-3. Seventh seed Jasmine Paolini, finalist last season at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, needed her last-chance match point to cement a 7-6 (7/2), 7-6 (7/5) win over Greek Maria Sakkari. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Carlos Alcaraz, seeded second, claimed his 12th consecutive match at the Masters 1000 level after titles in Monte Carlo and Rome.

Cincinnati Open: Carlos Alcaraz battles through, Ben Shelton advances in straight sets

The West Indies beat Pakistan by five wickets on Sunday as Roston Chase and Justin Greaves led the charge with the bat to level the one-day series between the sides. Chase had 49 runs and Greaves was not out for 26 with a thrilling selection of fours and sixes in a game shortened by rain delays in Tarouba.&nbsp;Earlier, West Indies' poor start was steadied by Sherfane Rutherford's 33-ball 45 to put the home side back in the driving seat.&nbsp;Chase sealed the deal by steering a delivery from Hasan Ali through cover for four and he punched the air in celebration.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;"I'm happy with the win. We had to come in and level the series, so very pleased," Chase, who was named man of the match, said.&nbsp;The decisive third match of the series takes place at the same venue on Tuesday.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Roston Chase had 49 runs and Justin Greaves was not out for 26 with a thrilling selection of fours and sixes in a game shortened by rain delays in Tarouba.

The West Indies beat Pakistan by five wickets on Sunday as Roston Chase and Justin Greaves led the charge with the bat to level the one-day series between the sides. Chase had 49 runs and Greaves was not out for 26 with a thrilling selection of fours and sixes in a game shortened by rain delays in Tarouba. Earlier, West Indies' poor start was steadied by Sherfane Rutherford's 33-ball 45 to put the home side back in the driving seat. Chase sealed the deal by steering a delivery from Hasan Ali through cover for four and he punched the air in celebration. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) "I'm happy with the win. We had to come in and level the series, so very pleased," Chase, who was named man of the match, said. The decisive third match of the series takes place at the same venue on Tuesday. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Roston Chase had 49 runs and Justin Greaves was not out for 26 with a thrilling selection of fours and sixes in a game shortened by rain delays in Tarouba.

WI vs PAK: West Indies level ODI series with Pakistan as Roston Chase, Justin Greaves star

A 6.1-magnitude quake struck Sindirgi in western Turkey on Sunday, the Turkish disaster management agency (AFAD) said on Sunday.The quake was felt across several cities in the west of the country, including Istanbul and the tourist hotspot of Izmir, said officials, who are yet to comment on any potential damages or deaths.Several buildings collapsed in the Balikesir province after the quake, according to images broadcast by Turkish media.The quake hit at 7:53 pm (1653 GMT), with a 4.6-magnitude aftershock following several minutes later, according to AFAD."All AFAD teams and the relevant institutions have immediately begun searches on the ground. No undesirable event has been flagged up till now," Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X.Turkey is crisscrossed by several geological fault lines, which have previously caused catastrophes in the country.A quake in February 2023 in the southwest killed at least 53,000 people and devastated Antakya, the site of the ancient city of Antioch.More recently, a 5.8-magnitude tremor in the same region resulted in one death and injured 69 people at the beginning of July.

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Sindirgi, western Turkey, on Sunday, shaking cities like Istanbul and Izmir. Several buildings collapsed in Balikesir province, followed by a 4.6-magnitude aftershock minutes later.

A 6.1-magnitude quake struck Sindirgi in western Turkey on Sunday, the Turkish disaster management agency (AFAD) said on Sunday. The quake was felt across several cities in the west of the country, including Istanbul and the tourist hotspot of Izmir, said officials, who are yet to comment on any potential damages or deaths. Several buildings collapsed in the Balikesir province after the quake, according to images broadcast by Turkish media. The quake hit at 7:53 pm (1653 GMT), with a 4.6-magnitude aftershock following several minutes later, according to AFAD. "All AFAD teams and the relevant institutions have immediately begun searches on the ground. No undesirable event has been flagged up till now," Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X. Turkey is crisscrossed by several geological fault lines, which have previously caused catastrophes in the country. A quake in February 2023 in the southwest killed at least 53,000 people and devastated Antakya, the site of the ancient city of Antioch. More recently, a 5.8-magnitude tremor in the same region resulted in one death and injured 69 people at the beginning of July.

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Sindirgi, western Turkey, on Sunday, shaking cities like Istanbul and Izmir. Several buildings collapsed in Balikesir province, followed by a 4.6-magnitude aftershock minutes later.

Powerful 6.1-magnitude earthquake hits western Turkey; buildings collapse, aftershock follows

Crystal Palace twice came from behind to stun a new-look Liverpool and win the Community Shield for the first time on penalties after a 2-2 draw at Wembley on Sunday (Aug 10). New signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scored for the Premier League champions, but Palace responded through Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr before winning an error-strewn shootout 3-2. Mohamed Salah blazed over from the spot, while Alexis Mac Allister and Harvey Elliott were denied by an inspired Dean Henderson as Palace built on winning their first ever major trophy by beating Manchester City in May's FA Cup final.&nbsp;"We were on the same level as Liverpool and it was a big performance. I'm proud of the team," said Palace boss Oliver Glasner.&nbsp;The traditional curtain-raiser to the English football season was given extra significance after a summer marked by tragedy for Liverpool.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/former-tottenham-hotspur-captain-son-makes-instant-impact-on-lafc-debut-in-mls-1754811776342">Former Spurs captain Son makes instant impact on LAFC debut in MLS</a>&nbsp;Forward Diogo Jota was killed in a car accident alongside his brother Andre Silva.&nbsp;Reds legend Ian Rush and Palace chairman Steve Parish laid wreaths on the side of the pitch before kick-off, while the Liverpool end was awash with banners and flags paying tribute to the Portuguese international.&nbsp;A minute's silence, however, had to be cut short due to disturbances in the crowd.&nbsp;Jota's death has dampened the excitement over Liverpool's transfer spending spree to build on a squad that romped to a record-equalling 20th league title last season.&nbsp;All four of their new signings at a cost of £260 million ($350 million) -- Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, Frimpong and Milos Kerkez -- started.&nbsp;Ekitike's role this season could depend on whether Liverpool are successful in their pursuit of Newcastle striker Alexander Isak.&nbsp;But the Frenchman -- signed from Eintracht Frankfurt last month for an initial £69 million -- did his case to be Slot's preferred number nine no harm at all.&nbsp;Wirtz also bagged his first assist for the Reds when Ekitike spun onto the German's pass and fired into the far corner after just four minutes.&nbsp;Palace were making their first ever appearance in the fixture but the Eagles again showed their ability to match one of the Premier League's giants over 90 minutes.&nbsp;Mateta missed a glorious chance to level when he failed to beat Alisson Becker when one-on-one.<h3>Liverpool unbalanced</h3>&nbsp;But from the rebound Sarr charged into the box and was tripped by an out-of-sorts Virgil van Dijk.&nbsp;Mateta coolly sent Alisson the wrong way from the penalty spot to equalise.&nbsp;Liverpool's players were sporting a "Forever 20" emblem, referencing Jota's now-retired shirt number, that they will wear all season.&nbsp;The Liverpool fans had risen to chant Jota's name as the game entered the 20th minute when their side retook the lead.&nbsp;Frimpong's chipped cross caught out Henderson and flew into the far corner.&nbsp;Ekitike wasted a great chance for his second early in the second half from another Wirtz pass as this time he fired over.&nbsp;However, Slot's new-look side are still to find the right balance between attack and defence as has been evidenced during pre-season.&nbsp;"The combinations look sometimes sharper now," said Slot on the difference in his side to last season. "We are able to create more but we are conceding at the moment more as well. If you want to compete to win the league, you cannot concede these chances.&nbsp;"We conceded too much today to win the game."&nbsp;Palace were a constant threat with balls in behind the Reds' defence and levelled again 13 minutes from time.&nbsp;Sarr sped onto Adam Wharton's through ball and calmly slotted past Alisson for his fourth goal in seven games against Liverpool and sent the game to a shootout without extra-time.&nbsp;Youngster Justin Devenny was the unlikely hero as he blasted the winning spot-kick high past Alisson, showing Salah, Mac Allister and Elliott how it is done.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

New signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scored for the Premier League champions, but Palace responded through Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr before winning an error-strewn shootout 3-2.

Crystal Palace twice came from behind to stun a new-look Liverpool and win the Community Shield for the first time on penalties after a 2-2 draw at Wembley on Sunday (Aug 10). New signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scored for the Premier League champions, but Palace responded through Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr before winning an error-strewn shootout 3-2. Mohamed Salah blazed over from the spot, while Alexis Mac Allister and Harvey Elliott were denied by an inspired Dean Henderson as Palace built on winning their first ever major trophy by beating Manchester City in May's FA Cup final. "We were on the same level as Liverpool and it was a big performance. I'm proud of the team," said Palace boss Oliver Glasner. The traditional curtain-raiser to the English football season was given extra significance after a summer marked by tragedy for Liverpool. Also read | Former Spurs captain Son makes instant impact on LAFC debut in MLS Forward Diogo Jota was killed in a car accident alongside his brother Andre Silva. Reds legend Ian Rush and Palace chairman Steve Parish laid wreaths on the side of the pitch before kick-off, while the Liverpool end was awash with banners and flags paying tribute to the Portuguese international. A minute's silence, however, had to be cut short due to disturbances in the crowd. Jota's death has dampened the excitement over Liverpool's transfer spending spree to build on a squad that romped to a record-equalling 20th league title last season. All four of their new signings at a cost of £260 million ($350 million) -- Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, Frimpong and Milos Kerkez -- started. Ekitike's role this season could depend on whether Liverpool are successful in their pursuit of Newcastle striker Alexander Isak. But the Frenchman -- signed from Eintracht Frankfurt last month for an initial £69 million -- did his case to be Slot's preferred number nine no harm at all. Wirtz also bagged his first assist for the Reds when Ekitike spun onto the German's pass and fired into the far corner after just four minutes. Palace were making their first ever appearance in the fixture but the Eagles again showed their ability to match one of the Premier League's giants over 90 minutes. Mateta missed a glorious chance to level when he failed to beat Alisson Becker when one-on-one. Liverpool unbalanced But from the rebound Sarr charged into the box and was tripped by an out-of-sorts Virgil van Dijk. Mateta coolly sent Alisson the wrong way from the penalty spot to equalise. Liverpool's players were sporting a "Forever 20" emblem, referencing Jota's now-retired shirt number, that they will wear all season. The Liverpool fans had risen to chant Jota's name as the game entered the 20th minute when their side retook the lead. Frimpong's chipped cross caught out Henderson and flew into the far corner. Ekitike wasted a great chance for his second early in the second half from another Wirtz pass as this time he fired over. However, Slot's new-look side are still to find the right balance between attack and defence as has been evidenced during pre-season. "The combinations look sometimes sharper now," said Slot on the difference in his side to last season. "We are able to create more but we are conceding at the moment more as well. If you want to compete to win the league, you cannot concede these chances. "We conceded too much today to win the game." Palace were a constant threat with balls in behind the Reds' defence and levelled again 13 minutes from time. Sarr sped onto Adam Wharton's through ball and calmly slotted past Alisson for his fourth goal in seven games against Liverpool and sent the game to a shootout without extra-time. Youngster Justin Devenny was the unlikely hero as he blasted the winning spot-kick high past Alisson, showing Salah, Mac Allister and Elliott how it is done. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

New signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scored for the Premier League champions, but Palace responded through Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr before winning an error-strewn shootout 3-2.

Crystal Palace humbles new-look Liverpool to win maiden Community Shield

South Korea star Son Heung-min made his Major League Soccer debut for Los Angeles FC on Saturday (Aug 9), providing a burst of energy as a second-half substitute in a 2-2 draw with the Fire in Chicago. Son was brought down for a penalty in the 77th minute that Denis Bouanga converted to clinch a draw in the 81st minute -- VAR confirming the spot-kick after the referee had allowed play to continue.&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO -&nbsp;

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"It was a great pass. Obviously it was definitely contact and it was definitely a penalty, I have no doubt about it," said Son, who was sent sprawling by Carlos Teran after racing on to a through ball with the goal in his sights. "A bit disappointed not getting three points, but I think everybody put in a lot of effort. (I'm) happy I made my debut and I hope the goals come soon."&nbsp;The former Tottenham captain also had a string of shots on goal, including one blocked in second-half injury time.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/summer-transfer-window-slovenian-striker-benjamin-sesko-completes-manchester-united-move-1754741413526">Transfer Window: Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko completes Manchester United move</a>&nbsp;Son signed with LAFC on Wednesday for a reported MLS record $26 after a decade with Premier League club Spurs, where he became a household name. The South Korea captain had announced the previous Saturday in his homeland that he would be leaving the north London club and departed as Tottenham's fifth-highest goalscorer of all time with 173 goals in 454 appearances.&nbsp;Son will not get a chance to play in front of home fans in Los Angeles until August 31, when Western Conference leaders San Diego will be the visitors.&nbsp;But around the Fire's SeatGeek Stadium there were a lot of fans wearing his jerseys, waving South Korean flags and holding up signs welcoming Son to MLS.&nbsp;Cheers greeted his entry in place of David Martinez in the 61st minute with the teams level at 1-1.&nbsp;Jonathan Bamba put Chicago 2-1 ahead in the 70th minute and were pressing again when Brian Gutierrez's shot bounced off the post and LAFC seized the rebound.&nbsp;Nathan Ordaz played the ball forward for Son to race away. He had a first MLS goal in his sights when he was brought down.&nbsp;The penalty allowed LAFC to level for a second time.&nbsp;Carlos Teran had opened the scoring for the Fire in the 11th minute with a header from a corner.&nbsp;Eight minutes later Ryan Hollingshead nodded in to make it 1-1.&nbsp;Son had said at his introductory press conference -- attended by luminaries including Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass -- that he felt fighting fit and wanted to get on the pitch "as soon as possible."&nbsp;He will have his next chance when LAFC, who moved up a spot to fifth in the Western Conference, visit the New England Revolution next Saturday.&nbsp;"It was a decent 30 minutes in my legs, so, yeah, getting ready for next week," Son said. "So we'll see how I progress with the training sessions and with the players and we'll see (if) next week I can start the game and make a big impact."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Son was brought down for a penalty in the 77th minute that Denis Bouanga converted to clinch a draw in the 81st minute -- VAR confirming the spot-kick after the referee had allowed play to continue.

South Korea star Son Heung-min made his Major League Soccer debut for Los Angeles FC on Saturday (Aug 9), providing a burst of energy as a second-half substitute in a 2-2 draw with the Fire in Chicago. Son was brought down for a penalty in the 77th minute that Denis Bouanga converted to clinch a draw in the 81st minute -- VAR confirming the spot-kick after the referee had allowed play to continue. WATCH VIDEO -

Son was brought down for a penalty in the 77th minute that Denis Bouanga converted to clinch a draw in the 81st minute -- VAR confirming the spot-kick after the referee had allowed play to continue.

Former Spurs captain Son makes instant impact on LAFC debut in MLS

Two boxers in Japan have died from brain injuries they incurred in separate bouts during the same event in Tokyo, officials said. Super featherweight Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa, both 28, fought on the same card in Tokyo's Korakuen Hall on August 2. Both were later rushed to hospital where they had brain surgery.&nbsp;Kotari, who battled to a draw after 12 rounds against fellow Japanese fighter Yamato Hata lost consciousness soon after and "passed away at 10:59 pm on August 8," his M.T boxing gym said on its website Saturday.&nbsp;"He did his best to fight his way through the surgery and treatment he had been receiving at a Tokyo hospital due to acute subdural haematoma," the gym's post said.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/neeraj-chopra-arshad-nadeem-s-clash-at-the-silesia-diamond-league-will-not-happen-1754803045299">Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem's clash at the Silesia Diamond League will not happen</a>&nbsp;Urakawa was stopped in the eighth and final round against Yoji Saito and "tragically succumbed to injuries sustained during his fight", the World Boxing Organization (WBO) said in an Instagram post on Sunday.&nbsp;Urakawa died on Saturday night, according to local media reports.&nbsp;"This heartbreaking news comes just days after the passing of Shigetoshi Kotari, who died from injuries suffered in his fight on the same card," the WBO said, adding it extends "our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and the Japanese boxing community."&nbsp;Tsuyoshi Yasukochi, secretary-general of the Japan Boxing Commission, told local media after their hospitalisation that it was likely "the first time in Japan two fighters underwent skull-opening surgery for injuries stemming from the same event".&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Super featherweight Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa, both 28, fought on the same card in Tokyo's Korakuen Hall on August 2.

Two boxers in Japan have died from brain injuries they incurred in separate bouts during the same event in Tokyo, officials said. Super featherweight Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa, both 28, fought on the same card in Tokyo's Korakuen Hall on August 2. Both were later rushed to hospital where they had brain surgery. Kotari, who battled to a draw after 12 rounds against fellow Japanese fighter Yamato Hata lost consciousness soon after and "passed away at 10:59 pm on August 8," his M.T boxing gym said on its website Saturday. "He did his best to fight his way through the surgery and treatment he had been receiving at a Tokyo hospital due to acute subdural haematoma," the gym's post said. Also read | Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem's clash at the Silesia Diamond League will not happen Urakawa was stopped in the eighth and final round against Yoji Saito and "tragically succumbed to injuries sustained during his fight", the World Boxing Organization (WBO) said in an Instagram post on Sunday. Urakawa died on Saturday night, according to local media reports. "This heartbreaking news comes just days after the passing of Shigetoshi Kotari, who died from injuries suffered in his fight on the same card," the WBO said, adding it extends "our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and the Japanese boxing community." Tsuyoshi Yasukochi, secretary-general of the Japan Boxing Commission, told local media after their hospitalisation that it was likely "the first time in Japan two fighters underwent skull-opening surgery for injuries stemming from the same event". Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Super featherweight Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa, both 28, fought on the same card in Tokyo's Korakuen Hall on August 2.

SHOCKING! Two Japanese boxers die of brain injuries at same Tokyo event

Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka got their title defenses off to smooth starts as they powered into the third round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open on Saturday (Aug 9). The men's and women's top seeds, each ranked number one in the world, were both competing for the first time since Wimbledon -- where Sinner lifted the title and as Sabalenka bowed out in the women's semi-finals. Sinner crushed Colombian Daniel Elahi Galan 6-1, 6-1 in steamy afternoon weather while Sabalenka beat 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 7-5, 6-1 under the lights of the night session.&nbsp;Sabalenka needed 54 minutes and a service break in the final game to clinch the opening set with a stinging winner. The second set was more of a grind than the score suggested as she saved five break points for a 4-1 lead and recovered from 0-30 down in the final game before securing the win.&nbsp;"It's always a tough match against her," Sabalenka said of the Czech opponent she has faced nine times. "She pushed me to the limit. If you lose focus even a little bit it can cost you a set. I had to fight for every point against her," added Sabalenka, who next faces Britain's Emma Raducanu, a 6-3, 6-2 winner over Olga Danilovic.&nbsp;Meanwhile Sinner outclassed Colombia's Galan with 17 winners and just four unforced errors.&nbsp;Sinner won the opening five games in 15 minutes as he allowed his 144th-ranked opponent, who came through qualifying, little breathing room. The victory in 59 minutes was the fastest of Sinner's ATP career, beating his previous quickest by one minute.&nbsp;Sinner claimed his 22nd consecutive win on hardcourt, last losing the Beijing final in September to rival Carlos Alcaraz.&nbsp;"I didn't know what to expect," Sinner said&nbsp;of his return to tournament action. "I'm happy because it's not easy to play here.&nbsp;"The ball is flying and you have to serve very precise if you want to go far in the tournament.&nbsp;"Today I was finding my spots&nbsp; but there is still a little room to improve. For a first match it could not have gone better."&nbsp;After snapping up the first set Sinner broke to start the second before Galan clawed out a hold in a seven-minute game in which he fought off five break points. But it was only a momentary reprieve. Sinner fired three aces to hold for 3-1 as he roared away again for the victory.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Sinner crushed Colombian Daniel Elahi Galan 6-1, 6-1 in steamy afternoon weather while Sabalenka beat 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 7-5, 6-1 under the lights of the night session.

Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka got their title defenses off to smooth starts as they powered into the third round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open on Saturday (Aug 9). The men's and women's top seeds, each ranked number one in the world, were both competing for the first time since Wimbledon -- where Sinner lifted the title and as Sabalenka bowed out in the women's semi-finals. Sinner crushed Colombian Daniel Elahi Galan 6-1, 6-1 in steamy afternoon weather while Sabalenka beat 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 7-5, 6-1 under the lights of the night session. Sabalenka needed 54 minutes and a service break in the final game to clinch the opening set with a stinging winner. The second set was more of a grind than the score suggested as she saved five break points for a 4-1 lead and recovered from 0-30 down in the final game before securing the win. "It's always a tough match against her," Sabalenka said of the Czech opponent she has faced nine times. "She pushed me to the limit. If you lose focus even a little bit it can cost you a set. I had to fight for every point against her," added Sabalenka, who next faces Britain's Emma Raducanu, a 6-3, 6-2 winner over Olga Danilovic. Meanwhile Sinner outclassed Colombia's Galan with 17 winners and just four unforced errors. Sinner won the opening five games in 15 minutes as he allowed his 144th-ranked opponent, who came through qualifying, little breathing room. The victory in 59 minutes was the fastest of Sinner's ATP career, beating his previous quickest by one minute. Sinner claimed his 22nd consecutive win on hardcourt, last losing the Beijing final in September to rival Carlos Alcaraz. "I didn't know what to expect," Sinner said of his return to tournament action. "I'm happy because it's not easy to play here. "The ball is flying and you have to serve very precise if you want to go far in the tournament. "Today I was finding my spots but there is still a little room to improve. For a first match it could not have gone better." After snapping up the first set Sinner broke to start the second before Galan clawed out a hold in a seven-minute game in which he fought off five break points. But it was only a momentary reprieve. Sinner fired three aces to hold for 3-1 as he roared away again for the victory. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Sinner crushed Colombian Daniel Elahi Galan 6-1, 6-1 in steamy afternoon weather while Sabalenka beat 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 7-5, 6-1 under the lights of the night session.

Top seeds Sinner and Sabalenka off to flying starts in Cincinnati

London's Metropolitan Police said Saturday that officers had arrested at least 150 people for supporting Palestine Action at a protest backing the group banned last month under anti-terror laws.&nbsp;"We've now arrested 150 people in Parliament Square," the force said in a post on X, adding "there are still people holding placards supporting Palestine Action" and that "officers are steadily working through the crowd making further arrests".

London Metropolitan Police said Saturday that officers had arrested at least 150 people for supporting Palestine Action at a protest backing the group banned last month under anti-terror laws.



London's Metropolitan Police said Saturday that officers had arrested at least 150 people for supporting Palestine Action at a protest backing the group banned last month under anti-terror laws. "We've now arrested 150 people in Parliament Square," the force said in a post on X, adding "there are still people holding placards supporting Palestine Action" and that "officers are steadily working through the crowd making further arrests".

London's Metropolitan Police said Saturday that officers had arrested at least 150 people for supporting Palestine Action at a protest backing the group banned last month under anti-terror laws.

UK: Police arrest 150 pro-Palestine activists under anti-terror laws

Five Lebanese soldiers were killed on Saturday in a blast while removing munitions from a Hezbollah military facility in south Lebanon, a military source told AFP.&nbsp;"Five soldiers were killed in an explosion... inside a Hezbollah military facility," the source said, requesting anonymity as they were not authorised to brief the media, adding that the incident took place as the troops were "removing munitions and unexploded ordnance left over from the recent war" between Israel and Hezbollah.&nbsp;The army did not immediately issue a statement, but President Joseph Aoun said he spoke to army commander Rodolphe Haykal about a "painful incident" that led to a number of dead and wounded from the army as a result of a munitions explosion as an engineering unit "was working to remove and disable" the ordnance, a presidency statement said.

Five Lebanese soldiers were killed on Saturday in a blast while removing munitions from a Hezbollah military facility in south Lebanon, a military source told AFP.

Five Lebanese soldiers were killed on Saturday in a blast while removing munitions from a Hezbollah military facility in south Lebanon, a military source told AFP. "Five soldiers were killed in an explosion... inside a Hezbollah military facility," the source said, requesting anonymity as they were not authorised to brief the media, adding that the incident took place as the troops were "removing munitions and unexploded ordnance left over from the recent war" between Israel and Hezbollah. The army did not immediately issue a statement, but President Joseph Aoun said he spoke to army commander Rodolphe Haykal about a "painful incident" that led to a number of dead and wounded from the army as a result of a munitions explosion as an engineering unit "was working to remove and disable" the ordnance, a presidency statement said.

The army did not immediately issue a statement, but President Joseph Aoun said he spoke to army commander Rodolphe Haykal.

5 Lebanese soldiers killed while removing munitions from Hezbollah site

Manchester City midfielder Rodri will not be at full fitness until after September's international break, Pep Guardiola has revealed. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner missed most of last season due to ligament damage and without him City failed to mount a strong defence of their Premier League crown. The 29-year-old Spanish international fought his way back to fitness but suffered a groin injury in City's defeat to Saudi club Al-Hilal at the Club World Cup in the United States last month.&nbsp;"Rodri's getting better but he had a big injury in the last game against Al-Hilal and for the last five or six weeks," Guardiola said in comments released on Saturday. "He's training right now and in the last two or three days is better. Hopefully maybe the international break is when he will be really, really fit.&nbsp;"Hopefully, in the games (prior to that) he can play some minutes but the important thing is to not have pain because we don't want him to be come back and injured, come back and injured.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/summer-transfer-window-slovenian-striker-benjamin-sesko-completes-manchester-united-move-1754741413526">Transfer Window: Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko completes Manchester United move</a>&nbsp;"We will try desperately to avoid that but he's training the last two or three days with us and that's good."&nbsp;The City staff are also nursing Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic back to fitness and both players joined Rodri in being left out of a pre-season game in Sicily this week.&nbsp;City face Wolves in their first Premier League game of the season next weekend and then play Tottenham and Brighton before the September internationals.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Rodri fought his way back to fitness but suffered a groin injury in City's defeat to Saudi club Al-Hilal at the Club World Cup in the United States last month.

Manchester City midfielder Rodri will not be at full fitness until after September's international break, Pep Guardiola has revealed. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner missed most of last season due to ligament damage and without him City failed to mount a strong defence of their Premier League crown. The 29-year-old Spanish international fought his way back to fitness but suffered a groin injury in City's defeat to Saudi club Al-Hilal at the Club World Cup in the United States last month. "Rodri's getting better but he had a big injury in the last game against Al-Hilal and for the last five or six weeks," Guardiola said in comments released on Saturday. "He's training right now and in the last two or three days is better. Hopefully maybe the international break is when he will be really, really fit. "Hopefully, in the games (prior to that) he can play some minutes but the important thing is to not have pain because we don't want him to be come back and injured, come back and injured. Also read | Transfer Window: Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko completes Manchester United move "We will try desperately to avoid that but he's training the last two or three days with us and that's good." The City staff are also nursing Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic back to fitness and both players joined Rodri in being left out of a pre-season game in Sicily this week. City face Wolves in their first Premier League game of the season next weekend and then play Tottenham and Brighton before the September internationals. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Rodri fought his way back to fitness but suffered a groin injury in City's defeat to Saudi club Al-Hilal at the Club World Cup in the United States last month.

Manchester City star Rodri suffers setback in recovery; out till September

Manchester United signed Slovenian international Benjamin Sesko on Saturday (Aug 9), making him the third forward the 20-time English champions have acquired in the close season. The 22-year-old's arrival from RB Leipzig, in a deal reported to be worth up to £74 million (85 million euros, $99 million), completes an overhaul of the Red Devils' attack that failed to fire last season. Only four other teams scored fewer than United's 44 goals in 38 Premier League games last season as the English giants endured their worst campaign for 51 years, finishing 15th in the table.&nbsp;Sesko, who has scored 16 goals in 41 international appearances, is United's third major attacking signing following the recruitment of Matheus Cunha for £62.5m from Wolves and Bryan Mbeumo, who joined from Brentford for £65m with £6m in add-ons.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-isl-clubs-issue-ultimatum-to-aiff-ask-to-move-to-supreme-court-amid-league-s-uncertain-future-1754714716528">ISL clubs issue ultimatum to AIFF, ask to move to Supreme Court amid league's uncertain future</a>&nbsp;"Manchester United is pleased to confirm that Benjamin Sesko has joined the club, subject to registration," read a club statement.&nbsp;The five-year contract includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3million, with the remainder in add-ons, according to reports.&nbsp;"The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future," said Sesko. “When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon."&nbsp;Sesko had also been linked with Newcastle, but once again Eddie Howe's League Cup winners failed to land their target despite being able to offer European football this season, unlike Manchester United.&nbsp;Howe had seen Sesko as a ready-made replacement for unhappy Swedish striker Alexander Isak, who has been a target for champions Liverpool.<h3>‘Exceptional young talents’</h3>&nbsp;Sesko, though, said he felt a vibrancy at United as they seek to rebound from a desperately disappointing 2024-2025 campaign under 40-year-old Portuguese manager Ruben Amorim.&nbsp;"From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created," he said. "It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions.&nbsp;"I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together."&nbsp;Sesko had also previously been linked with Arsenal after impressing during his two-year spell in Germany, where he scored 39 times in 87 appearances for Leipzig, including 21 goals last season.&nbsp;Standing 1.95 metres (6ft 4ins) tall, Sesko's towering physique, electric pace and eye for goal have earned comparisons with Manchester City's Erling Haaland.&nbsp;Like Haaland, he also made his name at RB Salzburg before moving to Germany in 2023.&nbsp;United are banking on Sesko realising his abundant potential to fire them back into contention at the top of the Premier League table.&nbsp;Between them, Sesko, Cunha and Mbeumo combined for 58 goals last season.&nbsp;The massive outlay on their arrivals needs to bear fruit quickly with United under pressure to meet financial sustainability rules, especially without the revenue of European football this season.&nbsp;Sesko's arrival is likely to presage the departure of Rasmus Hojlund, whose plight might provide a salutary tale for the Slovenian.&nbsp;The 23-year-old Danish forward arrived with similarly high hopes but has failed to deliver and is reportedly subject to interest from Serie A side AC Milan.&nbsp;Sesko though has convinced United's director of football Jason Wilcox that he has the attributes to help propel United back into title contention.&nbsp;"Benjamin possesses a rare combination of electrifying pace and the ability to physically dominate defenders, making him one of the most exceptional young talents in world football," said Wilcox.&nbsp;"We have followed Benjamin's career closely; all of our data analysis and research concluded that he has the required qualities and personality to thrive at Manchester United."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The five-year contract includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3million, with the remainder in add-ons, according to reports.

Manchester United signed Slovenian international Benjamin Sesko on Saturday (Aug 9), making him the third forward the 20-time English champions have acquired in the close season. The 22-year-old's arrival from RB Leipzig, in a deal reported to be worth up to £74 million (85 million euros, $99 million), completes an overhaul of the Red Devils' attack that failed to fire last season. Only four other teams scored fewer than United's 44 goals in 38 Premier League games last season as the English giants endured their worst campaign for 51 years, finishing 15th in the table. Sesko, who has scored 16 goals in 41 international appearances, is United's third major attacking signing following the recruitment of Matheus Cunha for £62.5m from Wolves and Bryan Mbeumo, who joined from Brentford for £65m with £6m in add-ons. Also read | ISL clubs issue ultimatum to AIFF, ask to move to Supreme Court amid league's uncertain future "Manchester United is pleased to confirm that Benjamin Sesko has joined the club, subject to registration," read a club statement. The five-year contract includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3million, with the remainder in add-ons, according to reports. "The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future," said Sesko. “When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon." Sesko had also been linked with Newcastle, but once again Eddie Howe's League Cup winners failed to land their target despite being able to offer European football this season, unlike Manchester United. Howe had seen Sesko as a ready-made replacement for unhappy Swedish striker Alexander Isak, who has been a target for champions Liverpool. ‘Exceptional young talents’ Sesko, though, said he felt a vibrancy at United as they seek to rebound from a desperately disappointing 2024-2025 campaign under 40-year-old Portuguese manager Ruben Amorim. "From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created," he said. "It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions. "I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together." Sesko had also previously been linked with Arsenal after impressing during his two-year spell in Germany, where he scored 39 times in 87 appearances for Leipzig, including 21 goals last season. Standing 1.95 metres (6ft 4ins) tall, Sesko's towering physique, electric pace and eye for goal have earned comparisons with Manchester City's Erling Haaland. Like Haaland, he also made his name at RB Salzburg before moving to Germany in 2023. United are banking on Sesko realising his abundant potential to fire them back into contention at the top of the Premier League table. Between them, Sesko, Cunha and Mbeumo combined for 58 goals last season. The massive outlay on their arrivals needs to bear fruit quickly with United under pressure to meet financial sustainability rules, especially without the revenue of European football this season. Sesko's arrival is likely to presage the departure of Rasmus Hojlund, whose plight might provide a salutary tale for the Slovenian. The 23-year-old Danish forward arrived with similarly high hopes but has failed to deliver and is reportedly subject to interest from Serie A side AC Milan. Sesko though has convinced United's director of football Jason Wilcox that he has the attributes to help propel United back into title contention. "Benjamin possesses a rare combination of electrifying pace and the ability to physically dominate defenders, making him one of the most exceptional young talents in world football," said Wilcox. "We have followed Benjamin's career closely; all of our data analysis and research concluded that he has the required qualities and personality to thrive at Manchester United." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The five-year contract includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3million, with the remainder in add-ons, according to reports.

Transfer Window: Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko completes Manchester United move

New Zealand completed a crushing win by an innings and 359 runs on the third day of the second Test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club on Saturday (Aug 9). Zak Foulkes, playing in his first Test match, took five for 37 as Zimbabwe were bowled out for 117 in their second innings. Nic Welch, batting at number three, made an unbeaten 47 and stood virtually alone against the New Zealand pace attack. It was the third-biggest win by an innings in Test history. England beat Australia by an innings and 579 runs at The Oval in London in 1938. Australia defeated South Africa by an innings and 360 runs in Johannesburg in 2001/02.&nbsp;"We bowled well in the first innings after losing the toss," said Mitch Santner, who captained New Zealand in both Tests in the absence of the injured Tom Latham. "And the batsmen got through some tough periods with their partnerships and then cashed in."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-begins-odi-comeback-prep-with-indoor-session-in-london-1754669113126">Virat Kohli begins ODI comeback prep with indoor session in London</a>&nbsp;New Zealand's previous biggest win – and Zimbabwe’s previous heaviest defeat – was by an innings and 301 runs when the two teams met in Napier in 2011/12.&nbsp;Zimbabwe suffered their sixth successive defeat – four of them by an innings - since beating Bangladesh in Sylhet in April.&nbsp;New Zealand declared their first innings closed on their overnight total of 601 for three.&nbsp;It took only three balls for Matt Henry to start the home team’s collapse when he bowled Brian Bennett for his second duck of the match.&nbsp;Henry had Brendan Taylor caught at second slip and Jacob Duffy caught Sean Williams off his own bowling before Matthew Fisher had Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine held at third slip.&nbsp;Foulkes, who briefly returned to New Zealand after a triangular Twenty20 series but was recalled after Nathan Smith was injured in the first Test, took the next five wickets.&nbsp;Foulkes had match figures of nine for 77.&nbsp;Devon Conway, who scored 153 for New Zealand, was player of the match while Henry, who took 16 wickets across the two matches, was player of the series.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

A win by an innings and 359 runs is the third biggest win by an innings in Test history. 

New Zealand completed a crushing win by an innings and 359 runs on the third day of the second Test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club on Saturday (Aug 9). Zak Foulkes, playing in his first Test match, took five for 37 as Zimbabwe were bowled out for 117 in their second innings. Nic Welch, batting at number three, made an unbeaten 47 and stood virtually alone against the New Zealand pace attack. It was the third-biggest win by an innings in Test history. England beat Australia by an innings and 579 runs at The Oval in London in 1938. Australia defeated South Africa by an innings and 360 runs in Johannesburg in 2001/02. "We bowled well in the first innings after losing the toss," said Mitch Santner, who captained New Zealand in both Tests in the absence of the injured Tom Latham. "And the batsmen got through some tough periods with their partnerships and then cashed in." Also read | Virat Kohli begins ODI comeback prep with indoor session in London New Zealand's previous biggest win – and Zimbabwe’s previous heaviest defeat – was by an innings and 301 runs when the two teams met in Napier in 2011/12. Zimbabwe suffered their sixth successive defeat – four of them by an innings - since beating Bangladesh in Sylhet in April. New Zealand declared their first innings closed on their overnight total of 601 for three. It took only three balls for Matt Henry to start the home team’s collapse when he bowled Brian Bennett for his second duck of the match. Henry had Brendan Taylor caught at second slip and Jacob Duffy caught Sean Williams off his own bowling before Matthew Fisher had Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine held at third slip. Foulkes, who briefly returned to New Zealand after a triangular Twenty20 series but was recalled after Nathan Smith was injured in the first Test, took the next five wickets. Foulkes had match figures of nine for 77. Devon Conway, who scored 153 for New Zealand, was player of the match while Henry, who took 16 wickets across the two matches, was player of the series. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

A win by an innings and 359 runs is the third biggest win by an innings in Test history.&nbsp;

New Zealand crush Zimbabwe in record innings win in second Test

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