Scotland's Fagerson, Russell on track for clash with Argentina
EDINBURGH :Scotland prop Zander Fagerson is in the reckoning for a long-awaited return to the team, returning to full training this week ahead of Sunday’s test against Argentina.
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Pakistan to host T20 tri-series in Rawalpindi after bombing
The tri-nation Twenty20 international series featuring hosts Pakistan as well as Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe will be played entirely in Rawalpindi from November 18, the Pakistan Cricket Board said on Thursday, after this week's suicide bombing in the capital Islamabad.
Do not judge match by its scoreline, says Zverev after Sinner defeat
TURIN, Italy :Alexander Zverev was beaten for the fourth time this year by Italy's Jannik Sinner in a 6-4 6-3 defeat at the ATP Finals on Wednesday, but the German does not believe the scoreline reflected his performance.
Ederson says he felt unhappy at Manchester City
Brazil goalkeeper Ederson said he had already attempted to leave Manchester City the season before last, with unhappiness at the Premier League club weighing on him after struggling with injuries.
Sinner sinks Zverev to reach ATP semis, Auger-Aliassime beats Shelton
TURIN, Italy :Defending champion Jannik Sinner reached the semi-finals of the ATP Finals with a 6-4 6-3 win over two-times winner Alexander Zverev on Wednesday, with Ben Shelton eliminated after losing earlier to Felix Auger-Aliassime in the same group.
Torchbearers to wear white uniforms with flame pattern at Milano Cortina Games
MILAN :Torchbearers at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will wear white uniforms with a red and yellow pattern recalling the Olympic flame, organisers said on Wednesday during the garments' unveiling.
Messi's return to Barca not realistic, says club president Laporta
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has downplayed the possibility of Lionel Messi returning to the club, calling it unrealistic, following the Argentine's surprise visit to the revamped Camp Nou, where he spent 21 years of his glittering career.
Nigeria players end bonus dispute ahead of key World Cup qualifier
Nigeria’s players are fully focused on their 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier playoff against Gabon on Thursday after resolution of a dispute over bonuses that led to a boycott of training, according to captain William Troost-Ekong.