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Cricket

South Africa secured a five-wicket victory over Zimbabwe to finish top of Group 1 in the Super 8s. The win sets up a semi-final clash against New Zealand despite an unconvincing batting performance.

Rugby Union

Cardiff's Keiron Assiratti and Dragons' Ryan Woodman have joined Steve Tandy's Wales squad for their Six Nations campaign. Wales resume their tournament against Ireland on Friday.

Women's Cricket

Alyssa Healy ended her one-day international career with a stunning 158 as Australia completed a clean sweep in the 50-over series against India in Hobart. The Australian wicketkeeper-batter called it "a nice way to sign off in yellow."

Golf

Australia's Hannah Green won the LPGA's Women's World Championship in Singapore with her husband stepping in as her caddie. The victory marks Green's second major title.

Motorsport

Italy's Marco Bezzecchi won the opening race of the Moto GP season in Thailand. Defending champion Marc Marquez retired late in the race after struggling with his Honda.

Athletics

Kenya's Brigid Kosgei set a new course record of 2:14:29 with a commanding victory at the Tokyo Marathon. The Olympic champion dominated the women's race.

Rugby Union

Stuart McCloskey is enjoying his run as a starting centre for Ireland. The Ulster player is keen to maintain his fine form in Andy Farrell's side.

Mixed Martial Arts

Britain's Lone'er Kavanagh claimed the biggest win of his career by upsetting former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno in Mexico City. Kavanagh prepared for just three weeks for the bout.

Ice Hockey

Hilary Knight appeared on "Saturday Night Live" along with U.S. women's hockey teammates Megan Keller and men's team brothers Jack and Quinn Hughes. Knight quipped about the appearance during the show.