Alun Wyn Jones describes an ‘honour and privilege’ as he prepares for 150th cap
Alun Wyn Jones has described it as “an honour and a privilege” as he prepares to win his 150th Wales cap and make rugby union history.
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Connor Ronan deserved Republic call-up, says St Mirren team-mate Alan Power
Alan Power has hailed St Mirren team-mate Connor Ronan’s “full-deserved” first Republic of Ireland call-up.
Shamilia Connell: West Indies bowler collapses during World Cup match
West Indies fast bowler Shamilia Connell collapsed in the field at the Women’s Cricket World Cup in New Zealand on Friday and was taken from the ground in an ambulance.
Ex-All Black sentenced to home detention after stealing thousands from grandfather
Disgraced ex-All Blacks wing Zac Guildford has been sentenced to nine months' home detention for fraud charges, which includes stealing from his grandfather.
Pakistan vs Australia matches moved from Rawalpindi to Lahore
Three ODIs and a T20 between Pakistan and Australia later this month are being moved from Rawalpindi to Lahore because of domestic politics, the country’s interior minister revealed on Friday.
Pakistan-Australia ODIs moved from Rawalpindi on 'political' grounds
The Australians are currently on their first tour of the country in nearly a quarter of a century, having previously declined to visit because of security fears. There have been no serious threats directed at the team since their arrival last month, but several political rallies -- both for and against the government -- are planned in the nearby capital in the coming days and weeks. Hundreds of thousands of people can descend on the capital during political rallies, choking traffic and causing security problems for officials.
'England have spark back - but is it time for Lamb?'
Defending champions England claimed their first win at the Women's World Cup at the fourth time of asking. Phoebe Graham says the "spark" is back but wonders whether Emma Lamb now deserves a spot in the top order...
Women's Cricket World Cup: Indian team celebrates Holi in Auckland before next clash
ICC Women's ODI World Cup here in New Zealand, the Indian team celebrated Holi in Auckland on Friday before its next match against Australia. BCCI's Twitter handle for the Indian women's team read, "Ringing in the festivities post practice in Auckland. Here's #TeamIndia wishing everyone a Happy Holi all the way from New Zealand," along with an image of the team after the players celebrated the festival of colours. Marking the onset of the spring season, Holi is a festival symbolic of joy and victory of good over evil.