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# battling performance

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Kovalev survives Yarde scare to defend WBO title

The Briton had Kovalev staggering for a short time in Chelyabinsk but could not topple the WBO champion.

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Aug 25th 2019, 12:49 PM

Brilliant Balbirnie levels ODI series for Ireland

Andy Balbirnie took advantage of being dropped on 51 to steer Ireland home, making 145 not out from just 136 balls.

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Mar 5th 2019, 8:15 PM

Samoa battle to USA win, but Scotland and Japan opponents won't be too worried

Dublin’s AJ MacGinty kicks two penalties, but misses both conversions.

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Sep 20th 2015, 2:02 PM