Irish sport in 1923: FAI joins FIFA and delayed deciders
The passing of one year and the birth of another is generally a good time for reflection and resolution.
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Djokovic hopes for warm welcome on Australian Open return
DUBAI: Novak Djokovic is hoping he will receive a warm welcome from the public when he returns to the Australian Open next month, now that the drama surrounding his vaccination status and deportation is officially behind him.
Proteas mull batting shake-up for Boxing Day Test, Aussies unchanged
The Proteas suggested they could shake up their batting line up for the second Test against Australia on Boxing Day.
Newcastle boss Howe lauds Saint-Maximin’s abilities
NEWCASTLE: Allan Saint-Maximin is a whole lot more than just a Newcastle United impact sub to head coach Eddie Howe.
Undisputed champion Charlo breaks hand; title bout against Tszyu postponed
Jermell Charlo's bout with Tim Tszyu has been postponed after the undisputed super welterweight world champion broke his hand in training, promoters said on Saturday.
Australia's Boland retains spot for Boxing Day test
Scott Boland will retain his spot in Australia's team for their Boxing Day test against South Africa in Melbourne after an "underdone" Josh Hazlewood failed to fully recover from a side strain, skipper Pat Cummins said on Sunday.
Pelé’s family gathers at hospital in Sao Paulo
SAO PAULO: Family members of Brazilian soccer great Pelé are gathering at the Albert Einstein hospital in Sao Paulo where the 82-year-old global icon has been since the end of November. Doctors said earlier this week that Pelé’s cancer had advanced, adding the three-time World Cup winner is under “elevated care” related to “kidney and cardiac dysfunctions.” No other hospital statements have been published since. Edson Cholbi Nascimento, one of Pelé’s sons and known as Edinho, arrived Saturday, one day after he gave a news conference to deny he would visit his father in hospital.
No 'massive demons' in MCG wicket, says Nortje ahead of Proteas 2nd Test against Australia
Fast bowler Anrich Nortje believes there is nothing surprising about the MCG wicket ahead of the Proteas' highly anticipated second Test against Australia in Melbourne.