Black Caps farewell Tim Southee with consolation win
NZ crushed England by 423 runs on the fourth day of the third test to claim a consolation victory and send the retiring Tim Southee out a winner.
'Serious decisions' needed on Motorpoint Arena's future as crucial halfway mark on contract approaches
The initial contract for the National Ice Centre, which the Motorpoint Arena is part of, is reaching the halfway mark
Blyde to play for returning Warriors
Michaela Blyde has signed a one year deal with the Warriors.
Mountain biker Anton Cooper has LA Olympics in sights after horror 2024
Mountain biker Anton Cooper has just endured the "most difficult" year of his career, but he's determined to get back to the top of the sport.
Chelsea massive double injury boost may force Enzo Maresca's hand after Marc Cucurella red card
Romeo Lavia and Joao Felix are set to be welcomed back to the Chelsea squad at the weekend as the Blues look to move to the top of the Premier League with a win at Everton
Fatal MMA fight has ties
A mixed martial arts organizer being questioned by police about an Alberta fighter's death is linked to a company earlier cited for safety concerns after a novice boxer died in the United Kingdom.
Chelsea have small advantage over Liverpool in Premier League title race amid Enzo Maresca point
Chelsea are now just two points behind Liverpool in the Premier League table and could at least temporarily leapfrog the Reds at the weekend if the Blues beat Everton
Patience pays off for Cowan
Easton Cowan had to bide his time. Taken in the second round of the Ontario Hockey League's 2021 priority selection draft by the London Knights, he was initially bumped down two levels at age 16 for more seasoning. Cowan took the demotion in stride. He accepted the constructive criticism. He worked on his game, confident of a return. We're in a day and age where everybody seems to be in such a rush to develop, Knights associate general manager Rob Simpson said. Everything has to be now, now, now. It's a good example of being patient and sticking with the process. Everybody develops at different ages. Cowan was a bit of a late bloomer. Now the 19-year-old selected 28th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2023 NHL draft is expected to be a focal point for Canada at the world junior hockey championship in Ottawa starting Dec. 26. We're just excited to play on home soil — it's something else, Cowan said. Really looking forward to get going. The six-foot, 185-pound forward has had it going in the OHL ever since…
Declan Rice, Riccardo Calafiori - Arsenal injury news and return dates for Crystal Palace clash
Arsenal could be without some big names when they host Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-final on Wednesday evening
Verstappen: People who criticise me crossing the line don't have a champion mentality
Max Verstappen reflects on the criticism he received for the way he raced Lando Norris in the 2024 F1 season
Australia frustrated as India avoid follow-on in Gabba Test
Rahul scores 84 after being dropped on the first ball of the day when Steve Smith somehow missed a simple catch at first slip.
Promoter of the Year shortlist
Hosting some of the best-attended motorsport events across the globe is not an easy challenge – however, the judging panel has shortlisted four of the best venues from 2024
FA charge Matheus Cunha after Wolves star attacked security officer after match
Matheus Cunha was embroiled in ugly scenes in the aftermath of Wolves' Premier League defeat to Ipswich at the weekend and the FA have now announced their decision in a statement
Quartararo impressed by change in Yamaha's mentality in MotoGP
The 2021 MotoGP champion is heading into the winter break with a bullish outlook about Yamaha
Fears Saracens Rugby could be targeted as terrorist sues Saracens pub
Social media is awash with fears that Saracens Rugby, the 148-year-old club steeped in history, could be next to be targeted.
Lord Nelson DIDN'T say 'kiss me Hardy' on his death bed
The British naval hero was fatally shot in 1805 during the Battle of Trafalgar, in which  the Royal Navy triumphed over the combined forces of France and Spain.
Ian Wright needs medical treatment after falling down stairs following TV appearance
Ian Wright took a nasty fall on Monday night after helping co-host the Women's Euros draw in Lausanne, Switzerland, with the Arsenal legend needing medical treatment
Two football legends rushed to help Ian Wright with fall down stairs 'concerning onlookers'
Ian Wright had a fall following the draw for the Women's 2025 Euros, with the Arsenal legend having been acting as host seven weeks after undergoing knee surgery
The "weakness" van Gisbergen has identified to improve in NASCAR
After a season of learning in the Xfinity Series, Shane van Gisbergen is ready to be "thrown to the sharks" in the Cup series. The Supercars legend tells Autosport about his biggest lessons so far and the weak point he plans to eradicate as he continues to find his feet
Dumbarton politicians throw support behind effort to secure future of town's crisis-hit football club
Dumbarton FC supporters' efforts to raise enough money to protect the club's future has been backed by the area's MP and MSP.
Abt announces Kelvin van der Linde departure ahead of likely BMW move
Van der Linde is expected to be announced at BMW for 2025
Arsenal icon Ian Wright given medical treatment after 'falling down stairs 'following TV appearance
Arsenal legend Ian Wright was in Switzerland to co-host the draw for the Women's Euros but was left needing medical treatment after taking a tumble
College leagues to begin in Kerala next month: Minister V. Abdurahiman
Kerala launches college leagues to boost sports talent, infrastructure, and opportunities, setting a national sports development benchmark.
Gauhati High Court bans buffalo, bulbul fights
Gauhati High Court quashes Assam government's SOP allowing buffalo and bulbul fights, citing animal cruelty violations.
Perth rugby pitch upgrade could boost North Inch flood resilience
Perthshire Rugby Club has won approval for new drainage and floodlighting around its pitches on Perth's North Inch.
The management culture that has helped McLaren’s push to F1 title glory
How a key attitude adopted in running the McLaren team has been singled out as helping it push up the F1 grid
Thierry Henry slams 'predictable' Arsenal tactics with Bukayo Saka point amid Liverpool comparison
Latest Arsenal news and gossip as Thierry Henry criticises some of the recent tactics used by the Gunners in the Premier League
Citroen reveals new-look 2025 WRC line-up
Brothers team up to spearhead Citroen’s WRC challenge
Naas Racecourse recognised as the first Age Friendly racecourse in Ireland
The news follows completion of a process aligned with the principles of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Global Network for Age Friendly Cities and Communities
Nominees for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 and bookies' favourite to win
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year award will be handed out on Tuesday night as six high-profile athletes are in the running to take home the prestigious trophy
Cricket: Australia frustrated as India avoid follow-on in Gabba test
Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep mounted a defiant 10th wicket stand to help India avoid the follow-on on day four of the third test in Brisbane.
World Cup soccer getting faster for men and women alike, historical video footage reveals
If the experience of watching a FIFA World Cup soccer final is intense, spare a thought for the players, who are competing at an ever increasing intensity, according to a new study published in the International ...
Ex All Black Hika Elliot's stolen jersey turns up at Aussie flea market
The former Chiefs front rower will soon be reunited with of one his most treasured possessions.
Ard Scoil na Tríonóide Athy dethrone Naas CBS in Bosco Cup
The Athy school ran out 0-13 to 1-3 winners on the day
Fury over bass beat and 'relentless Merry Christmas' at Phoenix Nights club's Santa's grotto
“We can sit there in the kitchen and we can hear it, the music is ‘Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas’ a thousand times over, it’s annoying"
NRL women's players experience twice as much abuse as men, survey finds
A survey has shown NRLW players receive twice as much online abuse as their male counterparts in the NRL and two in three do not report incidents.
Vinicius Jr crowned FIFA player of 2024, Bonmati wins women's award again
The Brazil and Real Madrid star was named FIFA men's player of the year, with Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati winning the women's award for the second year in a row.
Mixed emotions at convention of numbers and a new Kildare GAA chairman elected
Tommy Callaghan was at the 137th Kildare GAA Annual Convention, Wednesday last, at Cedral St Conleht's Park, Newbridge
PKL 11: UP Yoddhas brush aside table-toppers Haryana Steelers, take one step into top-six spot
Pune, Dec 17 (IANS): The UP Yoddhas secured another important win to keep their playoff hopes alive as they beat Haryana Steelers 31-24 in Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the Badminton Hall in the Balewadi Sports Complex here on Tuesday. Bhavani Rajput was the man-of-the-hour with his 11 points as the team.....
NextGen ATP Finals: Focus on Basavareddy as young stars set for battles royale
Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Dec 17 (IANS): One of the last to qualify for the event, the focus will be on Indian-American player Nishesh Basavareddy when eight of the top 20-and-under players will get into the action in the NextGen ATP Finals tennis tournament starting here on Wednesday. Basavareddy is one of the three Ame.....
Texas high school rivals, Klubnik and Ewers, meet again in CFP playoff matchup
Former Southlake QB Quinn Ewers and former Austin Westlake QB Clemson’s Cade Klubnik already have a championship history between them. They meet again Saturday when No. 12 seed Clemson and No. 5 seed Texas clash in the first round of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff.
Winners and losers in NZ sports funding revealed
Hockey is the biggest loser in the latest round of elite sport funding, while cycling is the biggest winner after its Paris Olympic success.
ISL 2024-25: East Bengal come back for statement victory over Punjab FC
Kolkata, Dec 17 (IANS): East Bengal SC mounted a stunning comeback victory, scoring four goals in 22 minutes in the second half to come from a two-goal deficit and secure a 4-2 victory against Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season which was played here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. Asm.....
Mitchell Santner named new Black Caps white ball captain
Santner officially takes over the role from Kane Williamson who stepped down following the T20 World Cup in June.
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