The Royal Challengers Bengaluru may have their star player Ellyse Perry leading the WPL's all-time run chart, but continuous slip-ups from the rest of the team have led to their second consecutive defeat. The Australian all-rounder smashed an unbeaten 90 and even returned to bowling after an injury, but it wasn't enough to secure a win for RCB who faced a tough fight from the UP Warriorz in a thrilling Super Over match on Monday. Despite Perry's brilliant performance, RCB's captain Smriti Mandhana's form is becoming a cause for concern for the defending champions who need to turn things around quickly.
Ellyse Perry's unbeaten 90 and Danni Wyatt-Hodge's 57 helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru post a formidable total of 180/6 in their match against UP Warriorz. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Perry's commanding knock and Wyatt-Hodge's support propelled RCB to a competitive score. However, a crucial breakthrough from Tahlia McGrath dismissed Wyatt-Hodge, but Richa Ghosh's first-ball boundary kept the momentum in RCB's favor. The UP Warriorz face a tough challenge in chasing down RCB's impressive total.
In a fiery display of bowling, Indian cricketer Arundhati Reddy picked up four crucial wickets in the third ODI against Australia, turning the match in favor of the Women in Blue. Her victims included last match's centurions Georgia Voll and Ellyse Perry, as well as Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield. The video of her impressive bowling performance has gone viral on the internet. With two more overs left in the match, Australia has scored 172 runs for the loss of four wickets. India will now have to chase down this total to secure a consolation win in the series.
In a high-scoring match, Australian women's cricket team dominated India as Ellyse Perry scored a quickfire century and Georgia Voll made her maiden international hundred. The target of 372 runs is the highest ever set by Australia in an ODI against India. Indian batters will need to put up an exceptional performance to overcome this massive challenge in the series decider.
In an intense showdown between the Hobart Hurricanes Women and the Sydney Thunder Women, it was ultimately the Thunder who emerged victorious in the Women's Big Bash League Knockout match held in Sydney. Led by star player Ellyse Perry, the Thunder showed their dominance on the field with a strong batting performance and a solid bowling attack. The Hurricanes put up a good fight, but ultimately could not match the Thunder's skill and experience. This win puts the Thunder one step closer to the Women's Big Bash League title.
The highly anticipated exhibition fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul took a dramatic turn when Tyson unexpectedly slapped Paul during the weigh-in. The incident was caught on camera and immediately went viral, with footage showing a scuffle breaking out between the two and security having to intervene. A new video has also emerged explaining the reason behind Tyson's outburst, adding more buzz to the already highly publicized event. With a huge crowd expected and the fight being streamed live on Netflix, this clash of the boxing legend and the social media influencer has certainly grabbed the attention of sports fans worldwide.
After a strong start in the Women's Big Bash League, the Sydney Sixers suffered a tough loss against Sydney Thunder. With a record of three wins and three losses, they will be vying for a win against Brisbane Heat, who ended their own losing streak in the last match. The match will be held at the North Sydney Oval, a difficult venue for chasing teams, making the toss crucial for the outcome. Despite the Heat's recent win, the Sixers are expected to come out on top with their star-studded lineup featuring players like Alyssa Healy and Ellyse Perry.
Morgan Fairchild, who played the mother of Matthew Perry's character on the hit sitcom 'Friends', opens up about the late actor's unexpected passing and shares her experience of working with him on set. Despite initial hesitation from other actors, Fairchild saw potential in the show and was blown away by Perry's comedic talent. She fondly remembers their past connection and how it solidified her choice to join the show. While Perry struggled with addiction, Fairchild never witnessed any signs of trouble during their time together. She remembers him as a kind, creative, and fun actor to work with on set.
In an exclusive interview with TODAY's Savannah Guthrie, two of Matthew Perry's closest friends, brothers Brian and Chris Murray, opened up about the "Friends" star's final year and the renewed energy he seemed to have before his unexpected passing in 2023. Despite his previous struggles with drug and alcohol abuse, Perry seemed to be on the right track after the release of his memoir in 2022. However, his death still came as a shock to those closest to him, who described him as happy and chipper in his final days.
Two lifelong friends of Matthew Perry, brothers Brian and Chris Murray, open up about the final year of the "Friends" star's life before his death in October 2023. Despite his struggles, Perry displayed a renewed vigor and zest for life, leaving those close to him encouraged and hopeful for his future. In an exclusive interview with TODAY's Savannah Guthrie, the Murray brothers share their memories of Perry and the promising signs they witnessed before his tragic passing.