This week is packed with exciting sporting events, from cricket to football to basketball. Here is a rundown of some of the biggest must-watch events:
CRICKET
India v Australia
- 1st ODI: Friday, September 22, 13:30 BDT, Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
- 2nd ODI: Sunday, September 24, 14:00 BDT, Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
- 3rd ODI: Wednesday, September 27, 14:00 BDT, Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot
This is a highly anticipated series between two of the world’s best cricket teams. India will be looking to avenge their defeat in the last ODI series they played against Australia, while the Aussies will be looking to continue their dominance over the hosts.
Bangladesh v New Zealand
- 2nd ODI: Saturday, September 23, 14:00 BDT, Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur
- 3rd ODI: Tuesday, September 26, 14:00 BDT, Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur
Bangladesh will be looking to level the series after losing the first ODI to New Zealand. The Tigers have a good record at home against the Kiwis, and they will be hoping to rely on their experienced batsmen and bowlers to get them over the line.
England v Ireland
- 2nd ODI: Saturday, September 23, 16:00 BDT, Trent Bridge, Nottingham
- 3rd ODI: Tuesday, September 26, 17:30 BDT, Bristol County Ground
England are the favorites to win this series, but Ireland have shown in recent years that they are a team to be reckoned with. The Irish will be looking to their captain, Andrew Balbirnie, and their star bowler, Josh Little, to lead them to victory.
FOOTBALL
Bundesliga
- Bayern vs VfL Bochum: Friday, September 22, 14:30, Allianz Arena
This is a one-sided fixture on paper, with Bayern the clear favorites. However, Bochum have shown in recent seasons that they can be a tough opponent, especially at home.
La Liga
- Barcelona vs Celta Vigo: Saturday, September 23, 17:30, Estadi OlÃmpic LluÃs Companys
- Atlético vs Real Madrid: Sunday, September 24, 20:00, Civitas Metropolitan Stadium, Madrid
These are two of the biggest games in the Spanish football calendar. Barcelona will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing start to the season, while Atlético and Real Madrid will be looking to maintain their perfect starts.
Ligue 1
- PSG vs Marseille: Sunday, September 24, 19:45, Parc des Princes
This is another highly anticipated match, with PSG the clear favorites. However, Marseille have shown in recent seasons that they can be a tough opponent, especially at home.
Premier League
- Man City vs Nottm Forest: Saturday, September 23, 15:00, Etihad Stadium
- Liverpool vs West Ham: Sunday, September 24, 14:00, Anfield
These are two of the biggest games in the English football calendar. Man City will be looking to continue their unbeaten start to the season, while Liverpool will be looking to get back on track after their disappointing draw against Everton in their last match.
BASKETBALL
WNBA playoffs
- Sun vs Liberty: Sunday, September 24, 11:00 pm, Barclays Center
- Aces vs Wings: Wednesday, September 27, 8:00 am, Michelob ULTRA Arena
These are two of the most exciting teams in the WNBA, and their playoff series is sure to be a thriller. The Sun are the defending champions, while the Aces are the number one seed in the playoffs.
