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England batter Ben Duckett withdraws from IPL to focus on Test spot
England opener Ben Duckett has pulled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League season to rebuild his international career after a difficult winter.
Italy risk third World Cup absence as final 2026 play-offs begin
Six final places for the expanded 2026 World Cup are up for grabs this week, with four-time champions Italy battling to avoid a third consecutive absence.
Neco Williams targets World Cup spot to step out of Welsh icons’ shadows
Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams says stepping out of the shadows of Welsh football legends is both an inspiration and a burden as Wales prepare for their crucial World Cup play-off.
Arkansas freshman Darius Acuff signs historic Reebok signature shoe deal
Arkansas freshman Darius Acuff Jr has made NCAA history by signing a signature shoe deal with Reebok. The SEC Player of the Year becomes the first men's college athlete to secure such a contract with a major US brand.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins slalom to take World Cup title fight to final day
Mikaela Shiffrin has won the World Cup slalom in Hafjell, ensuring her battle for the overall title against Emma Aicher goes down to Wednesday's final race.
Muhammad Mokaev and Junior dos Santos join Ronda Rousey undercard
Undefeated British fighter Muhammad Mokaev and former heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos have been added to Ronda Rousey's comeback event in Los Angeles.
Scotland secure first World Cup spot since 1998 after beating Denmark
Scotland have secured their place at the men's World Cup for the first time since 1998. An extraordinary victory over Denmark at Hampden Park confirmed automatic qualification in dramatic fashion.
Czech police detain dozens in widespread football match-fixing scandal
Dozens of individuals have been detained by Czech police in a major football match-fixing investigation. The scandal breaks just days before a crucial World Cup play-off.