Wallabies assistant coach quits on eve of Rugby World Cup
Eddie Jones' Wallabies were dealt a setback on the eve of the World Cup on Friday with attack coach Brad Davis quitting and rugby league stalwart Jason Ryles drafted in at short notice.
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England coach laments 'personal attacks' on Farrell in overturned red card row
Steve Borthwick said Owen Farrell had been subjected to "personal attacks" as the England captain was again forced to face the possibility of missing the start of the Rugby World Cup.
Returning Jasprit Bumrah Sets Sight On Huge T20I Record In Ireland Series
The stage is set for Jasprit Bumrah's return to the Indian team. It is after a gap of 326 days that the marquee pacer will be donning the India jersey again in an international match. The Ireland T20Is, however, are extra special for Bumrah who is set to become the 11th player to lead the Indian men's cricket team in T20Is. As India take on Ireland in the first match on Friday, the marquee pacer would look to claim an ultimate record, becoming the Indian with the most wickets in death overs.
Discipline key to World Cup progress, says Ireland boss Andy Farrell as Owen awaits appeal ruling
Andy Farrell says rugby bosses provide more clarity around dangerous challenges and the disciplinary processes so that players, coaches and referees are on the same hymn sheet.
Exciting Irish team can deliver medals at World Championships
Saturday marks the start of the World Championships [which take place from 19-27 August] and not only is Ireland sending its largest team to compete, it's arguably the most in-form squad we have ever assembled.
Returning Bumrah not holding anything back ahead of home World Cup
India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has declared himself ready for the rigours of the one-day format as he returns to international cricket following a year on the sidelines due to a back injury.
Not exactly Bakkies and Victor, but Kleyn and Snyman are blood brothers
Bakkies Botha and Victor Matfield were known as the blood brothers because of a lengthy, complimentary, and legendary combination at lock for South Africa.
Added Captaincy Pressure To Peg Back Jasprit Bumrah On Injury Return? Ex-BCCI Selector's Big Statement
While a young Indian cricket team will take Ireland in Dublin on Friday in the first match of a three T20I series, one man will be under maximum focus - Jasprit Bumrah. Once the spearhead of Indian pace attack, Bumrah has spent the majority of the last year on sidelines due to lower back stress fractures. In fact, Bumrah would be back with the 'Men in Blue' after a gap of 326 days, having last played in September 2022. Bumrah would become the 11th captain to lead India in T20Is. So, would it add extra pressure on the veteran pacer? Ex-BCCI selector Saba Karim gave an interesting take.