Stokes backs McCullum but accepts England need fresh approach
SYDNEY, Jan 8 : Ben Stokes says he wants to carry on as England captain and has backed coach Brendon McCullum despite concluding the Ashes series with a 4-1 defeat to Australia.
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United's interim manager Fletcher will be in charge for FA Cup game
BURNLEY, England, Jan 7 : Manchester United's interim manager Darren Fletcher said there was "massive disappointment" after a dominant display ended in a 2-2 draw with lowly Burnley on Wednesday that denied him a win in his first game in charge.
Manchester United ask Fletcher to coach in FA Cup on Sunday - ESPN
Darren Fletcher said he will be on the touchline for Manchester United's FA Cup tie against Brighton on Sunday.
Andrews hails Thiago after Brazilian's brace sinks Sunderland
LONDON, Jan 7 : Brentford manager Keith Andrews hailed Igor Thiago as a sensational player he would not swap for anyone after the Brazilian scored twice in a 3-0 demolition of Sunderland on Wednesday.
Sailing-SailGP bets on fairness with shared Pensacola training base
Jan 7 : SailGP has opened its first permanent training base in Pensacola, Florida, promising equal access for all teams in a move designed to further level the playing field in the high-octane sailing championship.
With NHL draft looming, Canada's McKenna hopes world juniors propel strong NCAA stretch
Gavin McKenna has a specific way of centring himself.
Arsenal have a point to prove in Liverpool clash, says Arteta
Jan 7 : Premier League leaders Arsenal have "a point to prove" when they face Liverpool, manager Mikel Arteta said on Wednesday as the North London club look to maintain their commanding advantage at the summit.
Tougher test awaits anxious hosts Morocco at Cup of Nations
RABAT, Jan 7 : Hosts Morocco can expect the first proper examination of their ability to go on and win the Africa Cup of Nations when they take on a feisty Cameroon in the quarter-finals at the weekend.