RWC final referee Wayne Barnes calls for action against trolls for ‘vile’ abuse
Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes has labelled social media abuse towards him and his family as “vile” and called for the trolls to be held to account.
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France will carry World Cup scars forever - Galthie
France losing the rugby World Cup quarter-final to South Africa by one point is a scar the team will carry for the rest of their lives but they are building a side that will be stronger in the 2027 edition, coach Fabien Galthie said.
LIV Golf launches the sport’s first-ever transfer window
LIV Golf has launched the sport’s first-ever transfer window with player movement, free agency and new team rosters in progress as momentum builds for its second full season teeing off in 2024.
World Cup 2023 Points Table: England Climb Up To 7th Spot, Boost Chances For Champions Trophy Qualification
World Cup 2023 Points Table: After five straight losses, defending Cricket World Cup champions England finally returned to winning ways with a positive result against Netherlands. The Jos Buttler-led team was boosted by a classy century from ben Stokes as they notched a huge total of 339-run total. Then, Adil Rashid and Moeen Ali took three-wicket hauls as Netherlands were dismissed for just 160. With the win, England climbed up from the last spot to the seventh spot. They are noe very much in contention for a spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan. The top seven teams in the Cricket World Cup 2023 and the hosts will play the tournament.
"Everyone's Very Positive": Sri Lanka Assistant Coach Ahead Of New Zealand Clash
Ahead of Sri Lanka's ODI World Cup match against New Zealand at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday, the Lions' assistant coach Naveed Nawaz said that the game against the Kiwis is crucial in terms of the upcoming Champions Trophy qualification. Speaking at the pre-match press conference Nawaz said that everyone's very positive and trying to keep their heads up and play the best game against New Zealand.
"Very Special Player": New Zealand Skipper Kane Williamson Lavishes Praise On This Young Batter
New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson lauded young "special talent" Rachin Ravindra and called him one of the players of the tournament ahead of their crucial World Cup clash against Sri Lanka at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The 23-year-old emerged as a new star for the Kiwis and has made most of the opportunities that have fallen in his path in the ongoing World Cup. The left-handed batter has amassed 523 runs and scored three tons with an average of 74.71 and is the third-highest run scorer in the ongoing World Cup.
Fleetwood out to make history with Nedbank hat-trick
Tommy Fleetwood is relishing the "pretty surreal" chance to write his name into the history books with a third straight victory in the Nedbank Golf Challenge.
Shadab Khan Set For Return; 'Inconsistent' Babar Azam Toils Hard At Nets
All-rounder Shadab Khan looked set for a comeback after recovering from a concussion, while skipper Babar Azam was focused on finally making a mark in the tournament as Pakistan on Wednesday had a full-fledged net session ahead of their must-win World Cup match against England in Kolkata. Following two days' of unwinding in Kolkata, the Pakistani players had a three-hour long practice session in the afternoon focusing on all the three departments of the game. Shadab started rolling his arm for the first time after their match against South Africa in which he was ruled out due to concussion.