Stories about Sport from April, 2015
Is Mexico’s National Game a Beloved Sport or Animal Cruelty?
Is charrería an expression of Mexican folklore or an abusive practice against animals?
The Beginning of a New Era for Bangladesh Cricket
"Congrats to Bangladesh on a comprehensive series win against Pakistan. They are growing in confidence since the World Cup."
Late Author Eduardo Galeano Saw Something Deeply Profound in Soccer
The Uruguayan writer was one of the first in Latin America to dare to muse on the nature of the game known as the opium of the people.
Another Shark Attack Claims a Teenage Surfer on Reunion Island, Post-Attack Policy in Effect
A 13-year-old boy was killed by a shark on April 12 near Les Aigrettes on Reunion island. Elio Canestri was a promising surfer and a member of the local surfing club. The local community is shocked by the tragic news. A Facebook page was set up to commemorate his life, with...
Japan’s ‘Compassionate Pugilist’ Gives Training and Hope to Poor Filipino Boxers
There are thousands of amateur Filipino boxers who wanted to be like world champion Manny Pacquiao but many of them remain poor and lack proper training.
Australia Takes Cricket World Cup in Tame Final Match With New Zealand
Australia won a clear victory over New Zealand in the final of the Cricket World Cup 2015.
