Pope says McCullum helped him overcome fear of getting out
England batsman Ollie Pope has credited head coach Brendon McCullum with helping him overcome the fear of losing his wicket in test cricket, saying the New Zealander changed his mindset.
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England batsman Ollie Pope says coach Brendon McCullum helped him overcome fear of getting out
Brendon McCullum with helping him overcome the fear of losing his wicket in Test cricket, saying the New Zealander changed his mindset. Playing in his new number three position, the 24-year-old enjoyed a memorable summer being one of England's five century-makers following his 145 against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. "...
Bangladesh start as favourites in Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Abu Dhabi
As the only professional side in the Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier, Bangladesh will be the team to watch in the tournament that kicks off in Abu Dhabi’s Zayed Cricket Stadium and the adjoining Tolerance Oval on Sunday.
England women thrash Wales in record 25th straight win
England continued their preparations for the Women's Rugby World Cup by thrashing Wales 73-7 on Wednesday to become the first international side to win 25 matches in a row.
Wales Women annihilated by England in final World Cup warm-up
Wales Women were torn apart 73-7 by rampant England in their final match before next month's Rugby World Cup. Despite the recent move towards professionalism and weeks of brutal training camps, this game served as a reminder Wales have a long way to go before they can begin to compete with the world's best team.
England v Wales Women Live: Score updates from World Cup warm-up match
Wales Women make the short trip across the Severn Bridge this evening to face their English counterparts in their final World Cup warm-up match (Kick-off: 7.30pm).
Equestrian: Fouaad Mirza Eyes Glory At World Championship
Ace Indian equestrian Fouaad Mirza is all set for the FEI World Championship Eventing, starting at the historic Pratoni del Vivaro, Italy on Thursday. The Asian Games double silver medallist, Mirza is the lone Indian to have qualified for the 15th edition of the World Championship Eventing, which will be conducted at the historic equestrian venue which had hosted the Eventing discipline at the 1960 Rome Olympics.
Springboks get 3rd Kiwi ref in a row for Pumas Test
New Zealand's James Doleman will referee Saturday's Rugby Championship Test between Argentina and South Africa in Buenos Aires.