UK government demands progress on racism in cricket
The British government said Thursday it expected to see "clear and lasting evidence of positive progress" across English cricket after a damaging racism scandal rocked the sport.
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Former England striker Jermaine Defoe retires
Former England striker Jermain Defoe has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39.
PSL to review Chiefs arbitration ruling in High Court, Soweto giants 'shocked' by decision
Kaizer Chiefs on Thursday released a statement saying they were shocked by the Premier Soccer League (PSL) Executive Committee's decision to review an arbitrator's ruling.
Bavuma's two-fold concerns after series loss: World Cup qualification, poor ODI form
Proteas ODI captain Temba Bavuma has concerns on two fronts: their precarious ICC World Cup ODI Super League log position and their inconsistency as an ODI side.
Dhoni steps down as captain of IPL champions on eve of season
Mahendra Singh Dhoni has stepped down as captain of Indian Premier League holders Chennai Super Kings two days before the new season and handed the leadership to Ravindra Jadeja, the franchise said on Thursday.
Australia's Steve Smith becomes fastest man to 8 000 Test runs
Australian Steve Smith became the fastest man to complete 8 000 Test runs during the fourth day of the third and deciding match against Pakistan in Lahore on Thursday.
Ox back for Sharks, Fassi sidelined for Edinburgh contest
The Sharks have welcomed Springbok prop Ox Nche back into the starting line up as the home team host Edinburgh at Kings Park on Saturday.
Lions to unleash Tshituka brothers on Ospreys
The Lions will unleash the Tshituka brothers, Vincent and Emmanuel, in Friday night's United Rugby Championship encounter against Ospreys in Johannesburg.