An lbw dismissal to Dunith Wellalage means England’s captain Harry Brook has been removed by spinners four times in a row at this World Cup. Overall he now averages 19.1 against spin in T20 internationals, compared to 46.2 against the quicks. Jacob Bethell, who played a horrible slog to fall …
Read More »T20 World Cup 2026: Retired out, India’s left-handers, Jos Buttler and the other trends to watch for
But if England are to have any chance in India and Sri Lanka, it feels like Salt and Buttler, their two leading batters, will have to hit form. After Buttler’s period at number three, the pair were reunited as openers at the end of last summer and, despite a quiet …
Read More »Newcastle Red Bulls: Back Brandon Jackson to join from Saracens
Newcastle Red Bulls are to bring in Brandon Jackson from Saracens as part of their squad for next season. Jackson, who can play in the centre or on the wing, has agreed a two-year contract to move to Kingston Park. The 6ft 3ins 24-year-old has scored 13 tries in 29 …
Read More »Study reveals better hearing with cochlear implants leads to increased music listening time
[ Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new study examining music habits among cochlear implant users has found that better hearing ability with the implant—as measured by standard speech tests—significantly correlates with increased time spent listening to music. The findings suggest that optimizing cochlear implant programming and speech outcomes may have …
Read More »Mutation map shows how key cancer gene drives tumor growth
[ Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Scientists have created a complete map showing how hundreds of possible mutations in a key cancer gene influence tumor growth. The study focused on CTNNB1, a gene that produces the protein β-catenin, which helps regulate tissue growth and repair. When β-catenin is disrupted, cells can …
Read More »Randomized trial finds drug therapy reduces hot flashes during prostate cancer treatment
[ Credit: oscar Williams from Pexels A national clinical trial led by the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology has found that oxybutynin, a drug often used to treat overactive bladder symptoms, reduces hot flashes compared to the placebo in men receiving hormone therapy for prostate cancer. This primary analysis …
Read More »Naalsund scores two against Liverpool as Man Utd go second
A brace from Lisa Naasland helped Manchester United beat Liverpool, moving them up to second in the WSL. Source link
Read More »Match of the Day analysis: Will Man Utd miss Casemiro?
Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Troy Deeney discuss whether Manchester United will miss the departing Casemiro’s intelligence and calmness, after he inspired the Red Devils’ to a 3-2 win over Fulham. WATCH MORE: Sesko scores dramatic late winner as Man Utd beat Fulham Available to UK users …
Read More »Sesko scores dramatic late winner as Man Utd beat Fulham
Manchester United avoided Fulham’s late comeback due to a Benjamin Sesko goal in stoppage time to give United three points and continue head coach Michael Carrick’s perfect start. BBC News
Read More »Solanke scorpion kick helps Spurs fight back against Man City
Dominic Solanke scores twice, including a spectacular scorpion kick, as Tottenham come from behind to draw against Manchester City with a rousing second-half performance. BBC News
Read More »Cardiff Devils 1-4 Nottingham Panthers: Cooper Zech scores double in win
Cardiff Devils suffered a 4-1 Elite League defeat by Nottingham Panthers at Vindico Arena. The third-placed visitors, who are now a point behind Devils, hit the front through Cooper Zech in the first period. They doubled their lead in the second period thanks to Tim Doherty only for Jimmy Oligny …
Read More »Celtic Challenge: Wolfhounds bank eight-try win over Lightning to secure semi-final spot
The Wolfhounds became the first side to book a semi-final place in the 2025-26 Celtic Challenge with a comprehensive 44-10 victory over Gwalia Lightning in Cork on Sunday afternoon. The hosts, who boasted 10 Irish internationals including new captain Erin King in their starting line-up, ran in eight tries across …
Read More »'Sweet Kerolin' – Man City forward scores superb chip
Manchester City forward Kerolin scores from a lightning-fast counter attack, the second of an eventual hat trick for the Brazilian against Chelsea. BBC News
Read More »Rashford goal helps Barcelona beat Elche
Marcus Rashford scores again as Barcelona beat Elche to go four points clear at the top of La Liga. BBC News
Read More »Kroupi scores stunner as Bournemouth beat Wolves
19-year-old Eli Juniour Kroupi scores his eight Premier League goal of the season to help Bournemouth beat Wolves 2-0. BBC News
Read More »Ekitike double helps Liverpool cruise past Newcastle
Summer signing Huge Ekitike scores twice as Liverpool record their first league win of 2026, putting four goals past Newcastle United. BBC News
Read More »URC: Ospreys 19-13 Dragons – Keelan Giles scores 80th-minute winner for hosts
Ospreys were boosted by Wales releasing Morgan-Williams and loose-head prop Gareth Thomas, who made his first appearance since suffering a calf injury at the start of December. The hosts were without six members of Steve Tandy’s squad and the visitors were denied the services of two. Dragons then suffered a …
Read More »Ulster 21-14 Cardiff: Angus Bell scores superb try as hosts win in United Rugby Championship
Both sides were missing several players before the Six Nations but it was Ulster who made a fast start in Belfast. Murphy’s side were camped in the Cardiff 22 and got the reward for their early pressure. Prop Wilson crashed over under the posts in the 12th minute after some …
Read More »GAA National Leagues: Derry end barren spell and Down win but Armagh fall to Galway
Rob Finnerty’s free at the death snatched a one-point win for Galway over Armagh to make up for their opening loss to Mayo. Armagh racked up an impressive 1-27 scoreline on the opening weekend last time out against Monaghan, and they made a quick start again. Ross McQuillan, Conor Turbitt, …
Read More »Big wins for Saints and Chiefs in Prem Rugby Cup
Northampton Saints claimed the East Midlands bragging rights, with a dominant 40-22 Prem Rugby Cup win over previously unbeaten Leicester Tigers at cinch stadium at Franklin’s Gardens. The Saints scored first through Archie McParland, following a break from debutant Charlie Ulcoq, before the scrum-half doubled his own personal tally, diving …
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