Cricket-NZ get chance for rapid revenge in home tests against England
(Reuters) - New Zealand will have a chance to exact rapid revenge for their 3-0 series loss in England when they host Brendon McCullum's side in two tests next February.
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Soccer-Williams to become first Matildas goalkeeper with 100 caps
(Reuters) - Australia's Lydia Williams is poised to make her 100th international appearance and become the country's first female goalkeeper to reach the mark when the Matildas face Spain in a friendly on Saturday.
Soccer-Lyon confirm takeover talks with US businessman Textor
PARIS (Reuters) - French club Olympique Lyonnais confirmed late on Monday they were in talks with U.S. businessman John Textor about a takeover bid.
Tennis-Murray says still planning to play at Wimbledon
(Reuters) - Andy Murray said he remains on course to play at Wimbledon even though he is still being hampered by an abdominal injury which has left him unable to practice fully.
Rugby-Australia might quit Super Rugby in 2024: chairman
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Rugby Australia Chairman Hamish McLennan said the country may pull its teams out of Super Rugby in 2024 and set up a domestic competition instead in the lead-up to hosting the 2027 World Cup.
Swimming-Peaty faces fitness race for Commonwealth Games
(Reuters) - Triple Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty faces a race against time to be fit for the upcoming Commonwealth Games but the 27-year-old says he has the training and experience behind him to return in top shape for Birmingham.
Cricket-England skipper Morgan will know when time is right to step aside: Mott
(Reuters) - England's limited overs captain Eoin Morgan has struggled for form and fitness recently but the 35-year-old is a "long way off" the point where he is no longer worth his place in the team, newly-appointed white-ball coach Matthew Mott said.
Cricket-England thriving under McCullum's positive approach, says Broad
(Reuters) - England's new coach Brendon McCullum has already had a telling impact on the side with players being urged to adopt an attacking mindset and to "run towards the danger", veteran bowler Stuart Broad said.