New Zealand Rugby taking legal action against Manchester United co-owners Ineos
New Zealand Rugby is taking legal action against Ineos as they claim Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company has backed out of their multi-million-pound sponsorship deal.
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Atlanta Hawks' Trae Young added to NBA All-Star Game as injury replacement
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young is headed to the NBA All-Star Game after all.
Germany Women's Team Arrives In Bhubaneswar Ahead Of FIH Pro League Matches
The Germany Women's Hockey Team arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, on Monday ahead of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 fixtures in India. Led by Co-Captains Linnea Wiedemann and Sarah Strauss, Germany will take on Spain on 15 and 16 February before facing hosts India on 21 and 22 February. Germany finished runners-up in last season's Pro League behind the Netherlands, but they have struggled for form this year. With only two draws from four matches, they currently sit seventh in the standings with three points. Having conceded 13 goals already, they will be looking to tighten their defense ahead of the crucial upcoming games.
Charlton midfielder Mel Filis receives first Republic of Ireland call-up
Charlton Athletic midfielder Mel Filis has been included in Carla Ward's first Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming Nations League clashes against Turkey and Slovenia.
Pankaj Advani Wins Indian Snooker Championship, 36th National Gold Overall
India's most accomplished player Pankaj Advani secured his 36th overall national title and 10th men's snooker crown at the Yashwant Club, in a commanding display of skill and determination. The ONGC employee overcame an early setback to defeat Brijesh Damani in a final where Damani managed to take the opening frame, the only one he would claim throughout the match. The tournament serves as the only selection event for the Asian and World Championships. Advani's performance was marked by consistency and precision.
Germany Women's Team Arrives In Bhubaneswar Ahead Of FIH Pro League Matches
The Germany Women's Hockey Team arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, on Monday ahead of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 fixtures in India. Led by Co-Captains Linnea Wiedemann and Sarah Strauss, Germany will take on Spain on 15 and 16 February before facing hosts India on 21 and 22 February. Germany finished runners-up in last season's Pro League behind the Netherlands, but they have struggled for form this year. With only two draws from four matches, they currently sit seventh in the standings with three points. Having conceded 13 goals already, they will be looking to tighten their defense ahead of the crucial upcoming games.
India relieved as Rohit regains form ahead of Champions Trophy
NEW DELHI : A month after his poor form forced Rohit Sharma to drop himself from a test match in Sydney, the India captain can finally breathe easy after producing a faith-restoring hundred in Sunday's second one-day international against England.
Prendergast in giant stride for regular place in Ireland's team
EDINBURGH : A lively debate in recent weeks over the respective merits of Ireland's two aspirant flyhalves tilted heavily in youthful Sam Prendergast's favour after a man of the match performance in the Six Nations on Sunday.