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Stokes backs 'incredibly talented' Jacks on eve of 2nd Ashes clash
England captain Ben Stokes has backed "incredibly talented" Will Jacks to shine following his surprise selection for the day-night second Ashes Test starting at the Gabba in Brisbane on Thursday.
Stokes 'hit hard' by death of England batting great Smith
England cricket captain Ben Stokes said Wednesday the sudden death of former batsman Robin Smith at the age of 62 "hits you hard".
Thunder beat Warriors to bag 13th straight win, Celtics down Knicks
The Oklahoma City Thunder staved off a ferocious Golden State Warriors fightback to bag their 13th consecutive win on Tuesday, pulling away 124-112 in their heavyweight NBA showdown.
Five-wicket Duffy puts New Zealand on top against West Indies
A five-wicket haul by Jacob Duffy gave New Zealand a 64-run first-innings lead over the West Indies with the tourists all out for 167 in the first Test on Wednesday.
Inglis to get nod for second Ashes Test as Cummins comeback rumours grow
Josh Inglis is expected to come into Australia's batting line-up for the second Ashes Test on Thursday as speculation grows that captain Pat Cummins might make a shock comeback in Brisbane.
Brown scores 42 as Celtics hold off Knicks
Jaylen Brown finished with 42 points as the Boston Celtics came from behind before holding off a late charge from the New York Knicks to seal a 123-117 victory on Tuesday.
McIlroy wants more big trophies, Ryder Cups, starting in Australia
Masters champion Rory McIlroy has reset his goals after completing golf's career grand slam in April and on Wednesday said it was now about chasing the biggest trophies at sacred venues.
New Zealand strike as West Indies lose brave Hope to be 120-5
New Zealand took three wickets in four overs, including the heroic Shai Hope, as the West Indies were 120-5 at tea, still 111 in arrears on day two of the first Test in Christchurch on Wednesday.
Stokes prefers media heat in Australia to 'miserable, cold' England
Defiant England captain Ben Stokes says he will not allow intense media attention stop him enjoying Australia, calling it preferable to being back home where it is "miserable, freezing cold and dark" at this time of year.
Football world braces for 2026 World Cup draw with Trump presiding
The draw for the 2026 World Cup -- the biggest edition of football's global showpiece ever held -- takes place in Washington on Friday with US President Donald Trump expected to feature prominently in proceedings.
Chanderpaul, Hope see West Indies to 68-2 after New Zealand's 231
Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Shai Hope steadied the West Indies with an unbeaten half-century stand as tourists were 68-2 at lunch on day two of the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch on Wednesday.
Romero bicycle kick rescues point for Spurs against Newcastle
Cristian Romero shinned a bizarre overhead kick past Newcastle goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale in the dying moments to secure a 2-2 draw for Thomas Frank's beleaguered Tottenham on Tuesday.
Barca make Atletico comeback to extend Liga lead
Barcelona produced an impressive comeback to beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 on Tuesday and move four points clear at the top of La Liga.
Leverkusen knock Dortmund out of German Cup
Bayer Leverkusen have knocked Borussia Dortmund out in the last 16 of the German Cup, Ibrahim Maza scoring the only goal in a 1-0 away win on Tuesday.
Man City's Haaland makes 'huge' Premier League history with 100th goal
Erling Haaland said he was "proud" to make history as the Manchester City striker became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals in Tuesday's pulsating 5-4 win against Fulham.
Haaland century makes Premier League history in Man City's nine-goal thriller
Erling Haaland made history as the Manchester City striker became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals in a remarkable 5-4 win against Fulham on Tuesday.
Serena Williams denies she plans tennis return despite registering for drug tests
Serena Williams insisted Tuesday she had no plans to make a return to tennis after her registration with the sport's drug-testing body sparked reports of a dramatic comeback.
Man City's Haaland makes Premier League history with 100th goal
Erling Haaland made history as the Manchester City striker became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals in Tuesday's clash with Fulham.
Spain overpower Germany to win second women's Nations League
Spain defended their women's Nations League title with a 3-0 second leg win over Germany on Tuesday, following a goalless draw last week.
Snooker great O'Sullivan loses to Zhou in UK Championship first round
Snooker great Ronnie O'Sullivan was knocked out in the first round of the UK Championship on Tuesday following a 6-4 defeat by China's Zhou Yuelong.
O'Neill salutes Celtic players for 'terrific' response
Martin O'Neill praised Celtic players for their "terrific" response as he prepared for what will "definitely" be his final game in charge.
Woods recovery 'not as fast as I'd like', no timetable for return
Tiger Woods said Tuesday that recovery from his latest back surgery has not gone as quickly as he wanted, stating it was too soon to set a target date for a return to action.
Red Bull promote rookie Hadjar to partner Verstappen
French rookie Isack Hadjar will step up to the main Red Bull car next season to partner four-time world champion Max Verstappen, the Austrian Formula One team announced on Tuesday.
Mbappe more than his goals: Real Madrid coach Alonso
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Tuesday French superstar Kylian Mbappe was vital to the team for more than just his prolific goalscoring.
IOC president calls for end to 'finger-pointing' in doping fight
International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry and her World Anti-Doping Agency counterpart on Tuesday called for unity in the fight against performance-enhancing drugs following a fracture with the United States.
Deeper Arsenal squad helping with 'worst' injuries, says Arteta
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's deeper squad was helping the Premier League leaders cope with their "worst" run of injuries as he prepares for Wednesday's match against Brentford.
Former England batter Robin Smith dies aged 62
Former England batter Robin Smith has died at the age of 62, English county side Hampshire announced on Tuesday.
Former England batsman Robin Smith dies aged 62
Former England batter Robin Smith has died at the age of 62, English county side Hampshire announced on Tuesday.
'Superhuman' Salah unhappy after being dropped, says Liverpool's Slot
Arne Slot admitted on Tuesday that "superhuman" Mohamed Salah was unhappy about being omitted from Liverpool's team for their vital 2-0 win against West Ham, but praised his attitude.
Major sports anti-doping conference opens with call for unity
World Anti-Doping Agency president Witold Banka on Tuesday called for unity in the fight against performance-enhancing drugs following a fracture with the United States.
Formula One title showdown: the road to Abu Dhabi
When the 2025 season revved into gear in Melbourne back in March, there was every expectation that this would be a championship to savour.
New Zealand 231-9 as 'old school' West Indies exploit pace-friendly wicket
New Zealand reached 231-9 at stumps on a rain-shortened day one of the first Test against the West Indies Tuesday after Justin Greaves triggered a middle-order collapse with the wicket of Kane Williamson.