This Week in Sport: 14th October − 20th October 2024

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The upcoming week is filled with exciting sports events. The New York Jets host the Buffalo Bills in the NFL on Monday, Pakistan play England in the second Test of a three-match series on Tuesday, the 37th America's Cup continues on Wednesday, the Women’s T20 World Cup Semifinals start on Thursday, and the Minnesota Lynx take on the New York Liberty in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals on Friday.

Wrapping up the week, Bristol Bears battle Saracens in Premiership Rugby action on Saturday, and Liverpool hosts Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday.

NFL: New York Jets v Buffalo Bills

Monday 14th October 12:15AM GMT (15th)/8:15PM Local Time

MetLife Stadium, New Jersey

The New York Jets will host the Buffalo Bills on NFL Monday Night Football for an AFC East duel in Week 6 at MetLife Stadium. Both teams enter the game wounded, with the Bills looking to end a two-game losing streak. Meanwhile, the Jets, suffering from consecutive defeats, just parted ways with head coach Robert Saleh. It’s a must-win for both sides.

Cricket in Pakistan: Pakistan v England (2nd Test)

Tuesday 15th October 05:00AM GMT/10:00AM Local Time

Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan

Pakistan will take on England in the second Test of a three-match series on Tuesday at the Multan Cricket Stadium. England dominated the first Test and will aim to seal the series with another win. Pakistan, having lost four consecutive home Tests against England, will be determined to break that streak and keep their hopes alive in the series.

America's Cup: 37th America's Cup

Wednesday 16th October 12:00PM GMT/2:00PM Local Time

Barcelona, Spain

Wednesday will see the 37th America's Cup continue into its third full racing day in Barcelona. Emirates Team New Zealand won the third race against INEOS Britain on Sunday and extended their lead to 3-0 in the first-to-seven series. The fourth race, set for later on Sunday, was called off because the Mediterranean winds died down. The race committee said they will try to complete this race on Monday.

Women's T20 World Cup: Women's T20 World Cup Semi-final

Thursday 17th October 2:00PM GMT/6:00PM Local Time

Dubai International Stadium, Dubai

The Women's T20 World Cup will enter the business end of the tournament with the first Semi-final taking place on Thursday at Dubai International Stadium. Defending champions Australia are the first team to have booked a spot in the final four. The second Semi-final is on Friday and the Final is set to take place on Sunday.

WNBA: Minnesota Lynx v New York Liberty

Friday 18th October 12:00AM GMT (19th)/7:00PM Local Time

Target Center, Minneapolis

Friday sees Game 4 of the best-of-five series between the Minnesota Lynx and the New York Liberty in the WNBA Finals at Target Center in Minneapolis. The series is currently 1-1 after the Liberty beat the Lynx by 80-66 on Sunday. Game 3 of the series will take place on Wednesday.

Premiership Rugby: Bristol Bears v Saracens

Saturday 19th October 2:05PM GMT/3:05PM Local Time

Ashton Gate, Bristol

Bristol Bears will lock horns with Saracens in an exciting Premiership Rugby clash on Saturday at Ashton Gate in Bristol. The Bears lead the Premiership by one point over Saracens. A win for either team will put them at the top of the table.

Premier League: Liverpool v Chelsea

Sunday 20th October 3:30PM GMT/4:30PM Local Time

Anfield, Liverpool

On Sunday, Liverpool will battle Chelsea in a fierce Premier League clash at Anfield. Table toppers Liverpool will look to extend their lead in front of their home crowd. Chelsea, on the other hand, are in a good run of form themselves having lost just once in seven league games. It promises to be an exciting match.

Photo by:  Cricket Australia

Written and information correct on 14th October 2024 at 6AM GMT.

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