Tom Farrell to make debut as Ireland team to face Japan named
Munster centre Tom Farrell will make his debut against Japan on Saturday as Andy Farrell makes eight changes to the side that lost to New Zealand last weekend.
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Rugby LIVE: Wales to hold press conference as star to stop playing in 2026
The second weekend of the autumn internationals is very nearly upon us, with Wales set to play their first match of the November Test. Throughout the course of the month, Steve Tandy's side will be facing Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa.
All Blacks captain Barrett to take non-playing sabbatical
New Zealand captain Scott Barrett will sit out most of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season after exercising a clause in his contract to take a non-playing sabbatical following the All Blacks' season-ending tour.
Venus Williams commits to ASB Classic to start 33rd pro season - ESPN
AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Tennis great Venus Williams plans to play for a 33rd straight season on the WTA Tour, starting in Auckland in January.
Wales press conference LIVE: Louis Rees-Zammit fitness latest as coaches select team
After weeks of preparation, the start of a new era in Welsh rugby is now just days away, with Wales set to get their autumn international campaign underway against Argentina on Saturday.
Ireland's Tadhg Beirne to face no further punishment as red card rescinded
Tadhg Beirne will face no further punishment for the controversial red card he received early on in Ireland's loss to the All Blacks at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday night, having had his red card rescinded.
National Women's Soccer League defends athlete who failed genetic sex test as players clash over gender rules
'Outnumbered' panelists discuss the potential new gene testing requirement for athletes who wish to compete in women's Olympic events, which would comply with President Donald Trump's executive order protecting female sports.
Injured Jordie Barrett ruled out of rest of All Blacks tour
The All Blacks will be without Jordie Barrett for the remainder of their Northern Hemisphere Tour due to ankle and knee injuries picked up in the win over Ireland last weekend, New Zealand Rugby said on Tuesday.