Virat Kohli has been named as Wisden's Leading Cricketer in the World for an unprecedented third year in a row.
The Indian captain was also listed as one of Five Cricketers of the Year in the 2019 edition of the almanack, which is published today.
The 30-year-old from Delhi made 2,735 international runs last year across all formats with an average of just under 70.
Meanwhile, Smriti Mandhana was given the accolade of being the Leading Cricketer in the women's game.
Australia reach World Cup knockouts after 0-0 with Paraguay, Turkey beat USA
Australia booked their spot in the knockout rounds of the World Cup on Thursday after a cagey and physical 0-0 draw against Paraguay, who are set to qualify as a third-placed finisher, while Turkey beat USA 3-2, scoring the winner with virtually the last kick of the match.
Netherlands win Group F, Japan and Sweden also through
The Netherlands scored two goals in the first seven minutes of the first half en route to a 3-1 victory over Tunisia on Thursday night in Kansas City in Group F, while Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in Texas.
Beccacece hails Ecuador's biggest World Cup victory
Ecuador coach Sebastian Beccacece said all Ecuadoreans have a lot to celebrate on Thursday after the country's biggest World Cup result ever, coming from behind to beat Germany 2-1 and advance to the knockout stage.
New Zealand openers break record against England
New Zealand took control of the third Test at Trent Bridge with Tom Latham and Devon Conway setting a record partnership for the Kiwis against England on Thursday.
MENA Golf Tour confirms exemption categories for 2026/27 season
The MENA Golf Tour has confirmed the full list of exemption categories for the 2026/27 season, setting out how players can earn their place on a Tour that is opening up more routes to competition than ever before.
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