Japan to host Uruguay ahead of France matches in July
Japan will host Uruguay in two games in June before home matches against France the following month, the Japan Rugby Football Union (JRFU) said in a statement on Wednesday.
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Russia, Belarus should be barred from hosting international sports events: US allies
Russia and Belarus should not be permitted to host, bid for or be awarded any international sporting events after the invasion of Ukraine, the United States and allies said in a statement released by the U.S. State Department. The statement calls on international sporting federations to limit sponsorship opportunities for companies tied to Russian and Belarusian governments.
Countries agree Russia, Belarus should be barred from hosting international sports events
WASHINGTON: Russia and Belarus should not be permitted to host, bid for, or be awarded any international sporting events after the invasion of Ukraine, according to a statement signed by sporting officials from dozens of countries and released by the US State Department.
Nations unite and seek further sporting sanctions against Russia and Belarus
Ministers from 37 nations have joined together to call for further international sporting sanctions on Russia and Belarus following the invasion of Ukraine.
Sexton sets retirement date after penning new Ireland contract
Johnny Sexton has confirmed he will retire after the 2023 World Cup fresh from signing a new deal with Irish Rugby. The fly-half won his 100th cap against Japan in November and is currently captaining his country in the 2022 Guinness Six Nations. Ad/> The 36-year-old, who was World Player of the Year in 2018, is determined to go out on a high at his fourth Rugby World Cup in France next year and feels he can still deliver.
Ireland captain Sexton to retire after 2023 World Cup
DUBLIN : Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will retire after next year's World Cup, saying he wants "to go out at the top" after signing one last contract on Tuesday to lead his country to the global showpiece in France.
Sky Blues primed for continental challenge
Sydney FC coach Steve Corica says his side is ready to fully embrace the challenge of a tough AFC Champions League group when their campaign kicks-off next month.
UAE women cricketers to mix with world's best in innovative new tournament
A group of leading UAE cricketers will play alongside some of the stars of the women’s game when an innovative new tournament is launched in Dubai in May.