First billion dollar World Cup on the horizon, says World Rugby chief
World Rugby predicts the first billion dollar World Cup will unfold within the next decade as it mapped out the host nations for all its global events until 2033.
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Geothermal energy: A new, green lease of life for old coal mines
Stephen Williams-Dixon has vivid memories of his former life as a miner: a total of 23 years spent working 500 metres underground, at the Dawdon mine in the north-east of England. He remembers the water flowing in the collieries and having to be pumped out.
'Bittersweet' to coach England, says Kiwi McCullum
Former New Zealand great Brendon McCullum on Friday admitted to "bittersweet" emotions when he agreed to take on the role of turning around England's cricket fortunes.
Ex-NZ captain Brendon McCullum favourite for England Test coach role – reports
Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum has emerged as the leading candidate to become England’s new Test head coach, according to reports.
Taking on the world: The Kiwi who played his part in bringing glory to England
Before he even starts work as England’s Test coach, Brendon McCullum can already claim to have left an indelible legacy on the country’s cricketing fortunes.
England choose Brendon McCullum over Gary Kirsten as Test coach
Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum has been appointed as the new head coach of England's Test side, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Thursday.
A look at past overseas coaches of England’s Test cricket team
The appointment of New Zealander Brendon McCullum as head coach means a return to overseas leadership for England’s Test team.
England appoint Brendon McCullum as men’s Test coach
Brendon McCullum has been appointed as the new head coach of England’s Test side, with director of men’s cricket Rob Key telling fans to “buckle up and get ready for the ride”.