Busan

Manika Batra won both her singles matches as the Indian women’s team beat Hungary 3-2 for its first win of the World Table Tennis Championships. However, the men’s team suffered a 1-3 loss to Poland in its second group game.

Johannesburg

Legendary South African all-rounder Procter dies

The cricket world today mourned the death of one of South Africa’s finest all-rounders Mike Procter. He was 77. Procter’s career as a fast bowler, capable off-spinner, hard-hitting middle-order batter, and astute captain is etched in the annals of South African history. He served the game in every conceivable role — as a national captain and coach, administrator, selector, commentator, elite ICC match referee, and then dedicated his final years to coaching underprivileged children.

Luton

Hojlund’s early double seals win for Man U

Rasmus Hojlund’s early double proved enough to secure Manchester United an absorbing 2-1 EP victory at Luton Town and push them closer to the battle for the top-four. Hojlund pounced on a defensive error to give United the lead after 37 seconds. Reuters

Bengaluru

Napolitano wards off Hong to clinch Bengaluru Open

Stefano Napolitano showed persistence to ward off ninth seed Seongchan Hong of South Korea and grab his maiden Challenger title at the Bengaluru Open. The seventh-seeded Italian won 4-6 6-3 6-3. — Agencies