Henry Nicholls hit a fine 68 before disciplined Bangladesh bowlers restricted New Zealand to 247-8 in the opening one-day international in Dhaka on Friday.

New Zealand, who won the toss and chose to bat in what is the first of a three-match ODI series, were tested early by left-arm seamer Shoriful Islam, drafted in at the last minute to replace Mustafizur Rahman due to knee discomfort.

Shoriful, who last played an ODI in December 2024, created an immediate impact, removing opener Nick Kelly for seven and conceding just nine runs in his first five overs, while also creating two further chances.

Nicholls then anchored the innings with a composed 68 off 83 balls, hitting nine fours for his 17th ODI half-century.

The 34-year-old stitched together useful partnerships with Will Young (30) and captain Tom Latham (14) to steady the innings after the early setback.

Young survived an early drop on one off Shoriful but fell to leg-spinner Rishad Hossain while attempting a reverse sweep, edging to slip.

Rishad struck again soon after, dismissing Nicholls with another failed reverse sweep to leave New Zealand under pressure.

Latham and Muhammad Abbas failed to build on the platform, but all-rounder Dean Foxcroft counter-attacked with a brisk 59 off 58 balls, featuring eight fours, to lift the visitors past 200.

He was eventually bowled by Nahid Rana attempting a yorker-length delivery.

Nathan Smith’s unbeaten 21 off 22 balls provided a late boost as New Zealand reached a competitive total.

Shoriful finished with 2-27, while Taskin Ahmed and Rishad Hossain claimed two wickets apiece for Bangladesh.

LAS VEGAS – Cody Rhodes was running hot earlier this month after Pat McAfee was inserted into his WrestleMania 42 feud with Randy Orton just days before their match was set to take place.

Kit Wilson was the punching bag after McAfee kicked Rhodes in the groin, ripped the pro wrestling business and said that Orton was going to save it. Wilson had just finished a match with The Miz against Damian Priest and R-Truth when Rhodes rushed the ring.

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Rhodes targeted Wilson with a Cross Rhodes and cut the scathing promo on McAfee.

Wilson told Fox News Digital that he didn’t know Rhodes was coming and that he would be targeted. However, he praised Rhodes’ message.

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Cody Rhodes stands in the ring during SmackDown at SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on April 10, 2026. (Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

“I was just trying to look out for my mentor, The Miz. I was just trying to do the right thing by him. Yeah, I had no idea it was coming,” Wilson said. “It was interesting because I think Cody was speaking from the heart there and what he had to say was quite informational and important in the current zeitgeist of the world.”

Wilson said that he did think Rhodes’ decision to take his anger out on him was “toxic” but he had no ill will toward “The American Nightmare.”

“So yeah, I think he was taking his anger out on me,” Wilson continued. “I don’t appreciate it. I do think it was toxic. But I see the side of him that had a lot of things to say. In my own way, I think I’ve forgiven him.”

Kit Wilson makes his entrance during SmackDown at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y., on Jan. 2, 2026. (Craig Melvin/WWE)

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Rhodes and Orton will battle for the Undisputed WWE Championship on Night 1 of WrestleMania 42. McAfee is sure to be at ringside in Orton’s corner, much to Rhodes and fans’ chagrin.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Archie Gray is being considered for a summer move by Bayern Munich and Liverpool, while Arsenal are ahead of the pack in the pursuit of Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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TRENDING RUMORS

– Bayern Munich and Liverpool are exploring a move for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Archie Gray, the Daily Mail reports. Gray, 20, is one of several players that could be moved on if Spurs suffer relegation from the Premier League this season, with both European giants keeping close tabs on his situation. The report adds that Gray’s teammate Lucas Bergvall could also leave, and the 20-year-old is admired by both Chelsea and Aston Villa.

– Arsenal are leading the race for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, according to The Sun. It is reported that the Gunners are in the strongest position to sign the 25-year-old, who would prefer to move to a club in London if he is to leave Tyneside this summer. Gordon is also on the radar of Liverpool and Bayern Munich, and there is belief that a £75 million offer would be enough to persuade the Magpies to part ways with him. The former Everton player scored 10 goals in Newcastle’s UEFA Champions League campaign this season.

– Barcelona, Arsenal, and Napoli are tracking Palmeiras defender Luiz Benedetti. Diario AS reports that all three clubs hold long-standing interest in the 19-year-old, who Como manager Cesc Fabregas has identified as a potential replacement for defender Jacobo Ramón. The Brazilian side are believed to have anticipated interest in his signature from Europe before signing him to a contract extension that secures his future until December 2029 last year, but it is said that they would be willing to part ways with him if they receive an offer worth €25 million.

– Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister is on the radar of several clubs in Europe, according to the Daily Telegraph. The 27-year-old could be offloaded in the summer, with as many as nine players linked with a potential Anfield exit. One of those is Joe Gomez, with AC Milan, Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace are said to remain interested in securing the 28-year-old’s signature, and he could be open to leaving Merseyside to go in search of a new challenge. Gomez joined the Reds from Charlton Athletic in the summer of 2015.

– Barcelona could pass on activating the permanent option clause to sign on-loan Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford, according to Marca. The Blaugrana have the option to sign the 28-year-old for a fee of €30 million, but it is reported that the club’s hierarchy are concerned about his recent drop in performance, with Rashford having scored just two goals in his last 16 matches. They are beginning to explore potential alternatives for the upcoming summer transfer window.

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OTHER RUMORS

– Manchester United and Fulham have joined Napoli and Inter Milan in the race to sign Benfica’s Colombia international midfielder Richard Ríos this summer. (A Bola)

– Barcelona are exploring a move for Bayer Leverkusen left-back Alejandro Grimaldo. (Ekrem Konur)

– Chelsea defender Levi Colwill is expected to sign a new long-term contract at Stamford Bridge. (The Times)

– AC Milan are weighing up a move for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

– Chelsea have entered the race for Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi. (TEAMtalk)

– Sevilla are considering an approach to sign Liverpool goalkeeper Armin Pecsi on loan. (Diario AS)

– Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka has been placed at the top of AC Milan’s shortlist as they look to sign him on a free transfer, offering him a contract until the summer of 2029 worth €5 million a season. (Nicolo Schira)

– Talks remain ongoing between Atlético Madrid and Atalanta regarding a deal for midfielder Éderson. (Ben Jacobs)

– Liverpool have Inter Milan right-back Denzel Dumfries on their radar, having made an inquiry for him in January. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

– Real Madrid have no plans to begin a squad overhaul in the summer despite their elimination from the Champions League and disappointing LaLiga form. (Mundo Deportivo)

– Multiple clubs in Europe are watching the situation of Lens defender Malang Sarr, who is set to become a free agent in the summer. (Foot Mercato)

– Crystal Palace defender Mofe Jemide is attracting interest from PSV Eindhoven and Celta Vigo. (Rudy Galetti)

– Morten Hjulmand‘s agent, Ivan Marko Benes, is confident his client will continue at Sporting CP amid reported interest from Premier League clubs. (Record)