All the sports fans around the world are looking forward to what Boxing Day has in store for them. It is a delight for them to celebrate a day of mouth-watering sporting action just a day after Christmas. From some fiery test cricket in the morning to the feisty EPL games in the evening, there is not a moment to rest. Some of the athletes taking part in the game also need to be lauded for their training in such a busy festive period. They have made sure that it is not only shopping that dominates the headlines on Boxing Day but also sports. A look at the top sporting events of the day. Boxing Day Fixtures in Premier League 2019–20: Leaders Liverpool Take On Leicester, Arsenal Travel to Bournemouth.

1. South Africa vs England – Centurion Test - The Proteas gear up to face England in the Centurion test as part of the ICC Test Championship. South Africa were thumped by India on an away tour and will need to lift their game by plenty if they are to survive against an in-form English team.

2. Australia vs New Zealand – MCG Test – Boxing day is incomplete without a test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Stadium, and this time it is the trans-Tasmanian rivals Australia and New Zealand who lock horns. Australia currently lead the 3 test series 1-0 and another dominating performance will see them lift the trophy. For the Kiwis, it is an uphill task to stop a marauding Australian test unit that has the right balance in every department.

3. Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers – Big Bash League – In addition to the good old test cricket, the Big Bash League is also on the menu with the Perth Scorchers taking on the Sydney Sixers. Both these teams are not in the best of forms at the moment but the Boxing Day buzz just might get the best out of them.

4. English Premier League – Boxing Day football is still a possibility thanks to the English Premier League that does not have the concept of Winter Break in December. All the top clubs barring Manchester City are in action with the pick of the game being the clash of the top two – Liverpool and Leicester City. The race for top 4 also hots up with Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur seeking crucial victories.

5. Los Angeles Clippers vs Los Angeles Lakers – If you are an NBA fan then this Boxing Day has a special game line up for you in the early hours as Los Angeles Clippers take on the Los Angeles Lakers. The Clippers had won their previous game against Lakers 112-102 back in October and revenge will be on the minds of the latter when these two giants clash.

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