England's win over New Zealand felt a return to the good times under Brendon McCullum and positivity is growing, but there are only so many times you can go to the well, writes Matthew Henry.
"There's been a lot said about Jos," Brook said before saying Buttler was "probably the best white-ball player to have ever played the game".
Lionel Messi was knocked to the ground by a fan and a security guard at the end of Inter Miami's friendly match in Puerto Rico on Thursday.
A prospective ownership group from Columbus, Ohio, led by the Haslam family, is seriously exploring a National Women's Soccer League expansion franchise, the group confirmed to ESPN.
Hailed as the MLS' teen soccer sensation, 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan delivered an American scoring record with his first professional goals for the Philadelphia Union.
Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar has pivoted to attending the NFL draft combine after having his waiver for another year of school denied.
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar says he is fully healthy and is looking forward to throwing at the combine.
Pakistan Shaheens skittled for 152 before England Lions knock off target inside 25 overs.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza says the team is planning to start newly acquired Freddy Peralta on the mound for New York's March 26 season opener against the the Pittsburgh Pirates.
"I feel good where I'm at, and I'm excited," Aguilar said Friday at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Can they rise to put up a performance they almost never have in a T20 World Cup?.
New Zealand let the game slip and missed the chance to make the semi-final on their own terms.
England take real momentum into the T20 World Cup semi-finals after Will Jacks and Rehan Ahmed secure a gripping four-wicket victory over New Zealand.
A game dominated by spin and played on a turning wicket was decided in the space of a few minutes and by a decisive, savage twist.
David Dudding and Alan Burkitt-Gray bowl up some cricket grounds within Unesco world heritage sites.
Three gates at the stadium to be named after Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulji.
Sophie Ecclestone and Mahika Gaur will play for Lancashire in 2026 around their England commitments.
Kapp will miss the tour of five T20Is and three ODIs to continue her rehab after she fell ill against Pakistan recently.
The delay in the announcement of the schedule is because of the assembly elections in Assam, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
F1 betting can be extremely hard to predict, so we've taken a look at the different aspects that racing fans should keep an eye out for in the markets.
Ahead of the 2026 F1 season getting underway, our writers have given their take on how the campaign might unfold.
If you feel like you need to take a break from betting, here are some useful tips to help you stop gambling.
After a tough debut year at Ferrari, Jenson Button is expecting his former team mate to shine this season.
Another eagerly anticipated season of Drive to Survive has arrived on Netflix ahead of the 2026 F1 campaign.
Jack Doohan has said he received death threats and called police to resolve an encounter with armed men around the time of last year’s Miami Grand Prix, just before he lost his Formula One drive with Alpine.
It's all to play for in 2026 as an overhaul of the regulations is set to shake up the competitive order, with slimmed down cars and technical innovations at the forefront of the changes.
After the Barcelona Shakedown and two weeks of pre-season testing in Bahrain, it’s almost time to kick off F1’s new era with the Australian Grand Prix – but before that, Drive to Survive returns to our screens on Netflix for one last look at 2025. Having watched all eight episodes from Season 8, F1.com presents five of the many standout moments…
George Russell is "ready" to challenge for his first Formula 1 world title, according to Martin Brundle.
Cadillac and Audi enter F1 with the ultimate goal of becoming world champions. Both know they have some way to go before achieving that aim.
Will Power is in new surroundings, Mick Schumacher is Stateside and Álex Palou is chasing history. Here's what to watch in IndyCar in 2026.
Day one of 2026 banked, P1 bagged for Bezzecchi as the Italian leads the way to Sprint Saturday.
Álex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing have settled the four-time IndyCar champion's breach of contract dispute with McLaren Racing, and the Spanish driver acknowledged Friday he mishandled the situation.
Less than a second cover the top 13 and all five manufacturers as MotoGP’s first Grand Prix weekend ignites in the Thai heat.
The competition returns this season to reward the most impressive rider on Sundays – by 100% fan vote.
We asked F1 TV analyst and IndyCar race winner James Hinchcliffe what exactly makes that relationship work, and the key traits a driver looks for in their ideal race engineer.
The long wait comes to an end, the testing stops and the real action begins at the PT Grand Prix of Thailand.
Pirelli have announced that Mario Isola will leave his role as Head of Motorsport at Pirelli, with Dario Marrafuschi confirmed as the Italian’s replacement.
Former Red Bull drivers Sergio Perez and Alex Albon have given advice to Isack Hadjar as he prepares to step into the second Red Bull seat, encouraging him to make the most of the “massive opportunity”.
There’s nothing like MotoGP live and in the flesh. Make your race weekend experience even better with the MotoGP app!.
After becoming the Premier League's all-time appearances leader, what's next for James Milner? Whatever comes, he's glad to not be in the spotlight.
After the Champions League draw on Friday, how do the teams left in the competition rank in terms of likely winners?.
Benfica said disciplinary proceedings were ongoing over "inappropriate behaviours in the stands of a racist nature" in the February 17 game.
Northern Ireland midfielder Nadene Caldwell backs Kris Lindsay to take the manager's job permanently after impressing players in camp before their opening two World Cup qualifiers.
Brighton’s yoga-mad, teetotal veteran on the secrets to his longevity after 24 seasons in the English top flight. Being teetotal, always asking questions and taking up yoga in his early 30s after a recommendation from Gareth Barry have played their part.
What's it like seeing sports stars play through pain in search of glory? Our reporters explain what it was like to witness shocking moments.
Paraag Marathe is standing as Rangers' vice-chair, while fellow director Gene Schneur is doing the same because of multi-club ownership rules.
Carrie Jones says Wales' players are grateful to have Jess Fishlock in the dressing room as they head into their Women's World Cup qualifying campaign.
Toronto FC have completed the signing of United States international Josh Sargent from Norwich City.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spoken with Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum to reiterate his trust in the country hosting World Cup games this summer.
The 2026 salary cap will be nearly double the figure from 10 years ago and $118.7 million more than just five years ago.
At the NFL combine, teams and fans get their first looks at some of the best prospects available in April's draft. And on Thursday, one name stood out above all: former Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles. Styles, who is projected to be selected No.
The NFL salary cap is dramatically increasing in 2026, as the league announced on Friday that the cap will be at $301,200,000. That's a jump of around $22 million from 2025. Total projected player costs will exceed $10 billion, which comes out to $378.8 million in player spending per club.
Targeting penalties have steadily declined since 2020 NCAA coordinator of officials Steve Shaw said Friday.
Perhaps no one can understand mercurial Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia better than Johnny Manziel.
Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson said Friday at the NFL's scouting combine that he's prepared to show NFL talent evaluators that he is a "franchise quarterback.''.
Quarterback Diego Pavia wasn't fazed by criticism at Vanderbilt, and it doesn't appear that's going to change now that he's on the NFL's doorstep.
Quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the presumptive top pick in April's NFL draft, met with the Raiders at the combine Friday and loves the idea of having seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady as a potential mentor.
The Cowboys did what they were expected to do on Friday, placing the franchise tag on receiver George Pickens to secure his rights at least through 2026, the team announced.
Mendoza: "To be able to have the opportunity to be mentored by (Brady) would mean so much, especially to learn.".
Styles might have guaranteed himself a top-10 NFL Draft selection with his combine performance.
The Dallas Cowboys placed the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens on Friday, according to the team's website.
The Dallas Cowboys aren't letting George Pickens hit free agency this offseason. The team will place the franchise tag on the Pro Bowl wide receiver on Friday, according to Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein.
INDIANAPOLIS — Regarding coaching diversity in the NFL, we tend to hear from the same people.
Ty Simpson had just 15 career starts at quarterback for Alabama in college, but he doesn’t see that as a problem heading into the NFL Draft. “I feel like I’m ready,” Simpson said Friday via Spencer German of 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland. “I’m a franchise quarterback.”.
Being an NFL head coach demands long hours and tireless work. It's not uncommon to read stories about coaches showing up to team facilities in the early hours of the morning and not leaving until it's pitch black outside.
The Buffalo Bills are re-signing special teams player and safety Sam Franklin Jr. to a three-year deal, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
This NFL Draft centers around Fernando Mendoza. There aren’t many other prospects who are already household names. There’s certainly not another quarterback guaranteed to be picked in the top half of the first round.
Walker could become only the fourth player to win Super Bowl MVP and begin the next season on another team.
Mike Evans to the Bills? Malik Willis to the Jets? Riq Woolen to the Jaguars? We found free agent fits for all 32 NFL teams this offseason.
Muslims around the world are currently observing the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, including professional footballers, so how do Manchester City help their players?.
The friendly fixture in Puerto Rico had to be paused late on as fans evaded security to run on to the pitch and greet the Argentinean.
The Athletic's experts analyse the Champions League draw — and look at possible paths to the final.
The topic is not on the agenda for the AGM of football's lawmakers, IFAB, which will take place in Wales on Saturday.
Can you answer the weekly poser plucked from deep inside The Athletic's trivia vaults?.
Head coach Eddie Howe has urged Anthony Gordon to stay "fully focused" after the Newcastle United forward was linked with a move to Arsenal.
A trip to Brazil alongside club legends Gilberto and Ian Wright gave an insight to the importance of grassroots football in the country.
As Manchester City attempt to overhaul Arsenal, what is the science behind plotting the perfect title pursuit?.
Toughest fixtures, squad strengths and set-piece weaknesses. This is what each team circling the drain has going for them, and against them.
The most- and least-likely teams to land European football's biggest prize as the competition reaches a crucial juncture.
As expensive and overblown as the whole thing is, Vegas ensures the NRL season kicks off on a high that flows through the first few weeks of the competition.
The game is acknowledging it will be much harder to attract Americans than first thought, as the Las Vegas season opener is demoted to Fox Sports’ secondary pay TV channel.
Hull KR face Leeds in Sin City on Saturday, with the supporters they bring in tow illustrating the league’s value to the global game. Rugby league’s greatest ride returns to Las Vegas this weekend with Super League nestled firmly in the sidecar.
The Perth Bears have capped off another monumental week with confirmation NSW State of Origin representative and Tongan International Siosifa Talakai has signed a three-year deal with the club to start in 2027.
Former NRL star Daniel Vidot trained with the Knights after arriving in Vegas from a Japanese wrestling bout to play for the USA Hawks against Scotland on the eve of the NRL's double-header at Allegiant Stadium.
PNG Sports Minister Kinoka Feo is in the US for the NRL and has signalled his desire for the Chiefs to play on the world stage when they enter the competition in 2028.
New coach Justin Holbrook wants to bring the glory days back to the Newcastle Knights and plans on reaching out to their most famous players as sounding boards.
Cody Walker provides reporters with an update about his future at the South Sydney Rabbitohs amid retirement talks.
The Rabbitohs have one of the NRL pre-season’s most impressive youngsters in line to play in round one thanks to an early playmaking shortage.
After over 16,000 fans turned out for the Fremont Street Experience on Friday, the ARLC chairman confirmed Las Vegas would remain a league destination for as long as revenues held up.
Daryl Powell says Wakefield Trinity have their work cut out to repeat last season's double over Warrington when the two meet for the first time this year on Saturday.
Leeds Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur says he wants his players to "have fun" in Las Vegas, where they face Hull KR in the early hours of Sunday.
Wigan Warriors win their opening three Super League games as they look to regain the title they won in 2023 and 2024.
Australian Super Bowl winner Michael Dickson says the booming boot of Bulldogs five-eighth Matt Burton could cut it in the NFL, but not without some major adjustments.
After bowing out in straight-sets during the 2025 NRL Finals Series, a surprising positional switch has been floated around as the Bulldogs attempt to win their first title in over two decades.
Star five-eighth Cody Walker says Peter Mamouzelos is the “obvious” option to replace the injured Brandon Smith for the opening rounds, with the veteran playmaker conceding he felt like a “burden” as he battled his own fitness issues over the past two years.
After some eye-catching performances in the pre-season, young Manly backrower and former American high school football linebacker Hugo Hart is edging closer to an NRL debut.
Matty Johns reckons Canterbury skipper Stephen Crichton is the NRL superstar best equipped to sell rugby league to Americans – while also suggesting the conditions inside Allegiant Stadium this Saturday could see Kalyn Ponga play one of the greatest games of his life.
One of seven South Sydney Rabbitohs players that off-contract at the end of the 2026 season, star five-eighth Cody Walker has provided an insight into his rugby league future as he prepares for the club’s opening match against the Dolphins.
Bulldogs star Viliame Kikau has declared his intention to repay coach Cameron Ciraldo with a premiership after praising the mentor for turning Canterbury into title contenders.
What were the longest matches of the Middle East swing, who saved the most match points and who had the most dominant title run? Find out the answers to those questions and more in the 2026 Middle East swing stats wrap.
Co-hosts Madison Keys, Jessica Pegula, Desirae Krawcyzk and Jennifer Brady will do their hit podcast, 'The Player's Box,' live on March 15 at 2 pm ET, on the first day of the Miami Open.
Karolina Muchova is the Middle East Star of the Swing after winning her first career WTA 1000 title in Doha. She narrowly edged Jessica Pegula, who won her 10th career title in Dubai.
The 2026 BNP Paribas Open will feature five previous winners of the event, including Mirra Andreeva, Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina. From dates, prize money, seeds and ranking points, here is everything to know about Indian Wells.
Ajla Tomljanovic secured a quarterfinal spot at the ATX Open with an upset win over No. 2 seed Iva Jovic -- making No. 4 seed Peyton Stearns the only seed remaining in the draw.
Zhang Shuai took out defending champion Emma Navarro in straight sets Thursday night in Merida to reach the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Jasmine Paolini had a quintessential get-right performance in her victory over lucky loser Priscilla Hon, winning 12 of 14 games to advance to the last eight.
The International Tennis Writers’ Association invites submissions from emerging journalists, with the winner receiving $2,000 and recognition during US Open week in New York.
In a digital cover story for Hypebeast, Naomi Osaka discussed the growing role of fashion in sports, her aspirations post-tennis, her unique view of success and more.
After her opening-round win over Francesca Jones at the ATX Open, former Texas Longhorns star Peyton Stearns gave visitors the perfect food itinerary.
Ajla Tomljanovic came from 3-1 down to end Venus Williams's challenge in the ATX Open first round, while Dalma Galfi overcame Bianca Andreescu in a three-set rollercoaster.
Is this the week Daniil Medvedev finally repeats a title win for the first time in his career? The third seed powered past third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 6-2 on Friday to reach the final at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
Can Alexander Zverev channel fond Acapulco memories to snap a seven-year title wait of sorts this week at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC? The No.
Gael Monfils has long been a fan favourite and a beloved presence in the locker room. Playing his final season on the ATP Tour, Monfils was honoured on Thursday at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC, with former World No. 3 Juan Martin del Potro among those in attendance.
Flavio Cobolli continued his quest for a third ATP Tour title Thursday when he surged past China's Wu Yibing 7-6(4), 6-1 at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC. The Italian, who is the highest-ranked player remaining in Acapulco at No.
Entries are now open for the 2026 Tom Perrotta Prize for Tennis Journalism. The annual award, now in its fifth year, recognises excellence in tennis journalism and is open to writers aged 35 and under.
Top seed Francisco Cerundolo earned his sixth clay-court win of the season on Thursday at the BCI Seguros Chile Open in Santiago. The Argentine recorded an opening-round 6-2, 6-2 triumph against Elmer Moller to reach the quarter-finals at the ATP 250 event.
The ATP Tour's top stars are set to compete at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. The ATP Masters 1000 event has announced a prize money total of US $9,415,725 for the 2026 edition.
Felix Auger-Aliassime has no plans to slow his sizzling February run at this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. The in-form Canadian moved past Jiri Lehecka 6-3, 7-6(2) on Thursday at the ATP 500 event, advancing to his third consecutive tour-level semi-final.
Miomir Kecmanovic earned the first Top 5 win of his career Wednesday when he upset World No.
Luciano Darderi continued his standout start to the 2026 season Wednesday at the BCI Seguros Chile Open, where the Italian reached his third tour-level quarter-final of the year. Seeded second and competing at a career-high No.
Conference commissioners are expected to join sports celebrities and dignitaries on March 6 in a roundtable discussion with President Donald Trump about the future of college athletics, sources said.
Top prospects such as David Bailey and Ohio State's linebacker duo starred. Here are our experts on the combine's top workouts.
Jurors deliberated for nearly six hours Thursday without a verdict in the murder trial of former Miami player Rashaun Jones, who is accused of shooting teammate Bryan Pata outside an apartment in 2006. The jury will reconvene Monday.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning is out of his protective boot following a minor foot surgery in January but will still be limited this spring, "especially early on," coach Steve Sarkisian told ESPN.
A Division I football panel is proposing a series of rules changes involving targeting ejections, player dress codes and fair catches, the NCAA announced Thursday.
The NCAA's football oversight committee is proposing stiff penalties for schools and coaches who violate the rules of the transfer portal window.
Which NFL draft prospects should have great combine performances, and who will climb boards this week?.
A study commissioned by the SEC and the Big Ten concluded that allowing conferences to pool their media rights would generate less revenue than if the leagues continue the decades-old practice of selling their own games.
These are the showdowns you should already have circled on your college football calendar.
Cincinnati is suing former quarterback Brendan Sorsby, alleging he breached his NIL contract with the Bearcats by refusing to pay a $1 million exit fee following his transfer to Texas Tech.
Andre Snellings looks at the NBA awards races and explains which ones to bet on, and which to avoid entirely.
It's time to put aside our usual objectivity and discuss the purely subjective: Who are our favorite watches in the league, and who is making us grit our teeth? Nate and Danny run through the candidates and each pick their top-5 best and worst watches.
Tarleton State is expected to formally announce Friday morning that men's basketball coach Billy Gillispie will not return next year.
Each week during the 2025-26 NBA season, we will take a deeper dive into some of the league’s biggest storylines in an attempt to determine whether trends are based more in fact or fiction moving forward.
After a season rife with turmoil and disappointment, the Mavericks are keeping their ticket prices stable.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
The Brooklyn Nets are signing big man Grant Nelson to a 10 Day contract. Nelson has spent this season with the Long Island Nets of the G League after going undrafted out of Alabama at the 2025 NBA Draft. In 23 G League games played, the 7-footer has averaged 11.1 points and 5.9 rebounds per game.
Remember when this was Oklahoma City’s title (defense) to lose? At this point, we have ourselves an all-out derby.
From injury comebacks to bigger roles than forecasted, these players are outperforming preseason expectations.
Edwards took things into his own hands on Thursday and dragged Minnesota to a win at the Clippers.
The NBA fined Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards and Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane $25,000 apiece for "throwing the game ball with force into the spectator stands". Edwards' incident occurred at halftime of the Wolves game at the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday.
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst survey the league to see who has the edge in the wide-open Eastern Conference.
The intimidation, the electric blocks -- and the suspensions -- are all part of the Beef Stew experience.
It's a cherished historical chestnut now, but when Converse had NBA stars rap to promote their new "Weapons," it changed the game.
Alex Sarr's defensive game has taken a big leap and he's blocking more shots than ever.
In the preseason, most Spurs players just wanted to get out of the Play-In. Now that the expectations have changed, so has their play.
For a lot of these players, teams are done (or should be done) with charity minutes and gifted starting roles.
While a disappointing loss, the U.S. remains likely to qualify for the World Cup in 2027.
Khris Middleton told Marc Stein of The Stein Line that he is still deciding whether he wants to stay with the Dallas Mavericks for the rest of the season or pursue a buyout.
The 34-year-old former champion said he would talk to his agent over the weekend before deciding his future.
Knight and the Hughes brothers, who had key goals for the U.S. men's and women's gold-medal teams, will be hosted by Jimmy Fallon on Monday.
Who are the most likely buyers and sellers? And let's take a deeper look at which players might be on the trade block over the next week.
Plus: Can the Wild or Stars catch the Avalanche in the Central? Should goalie contact be an automatic penalty in the blue paint?.
Is he already bound for the Hall of Fame? Will he finish in the upper echelon among greats? The truly elite? Mount Rushmore? Even higher?.
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
As the NHL returns from the Olympic break, the rankings see big shifts beyond the top five.
Appearing on the NBC programs will make an already high-mileage week even more demanding for the Wild defenseman.
Kaliyev, 24, was accused of scamming by former partner Lauren Mochen last November through a series of TikTok videos.
Panarin wanted to wear the No. 72 upon being traded to Los Angeles. The only problem is the Kings' mascot already wore that number.
The Panthers, hosting the Maple Leafs in their first post-Olympic game Thursday night, had a celebration, starting with Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews taking part in a ceremonial faceoff.
Steven Ryan via Getty ImagesBetween Heated Rivalry and the Olympics, hockey is really having a moment. If you're itching to see some action on the ice live and in person, the NHL season is still very much in full swing and there are over 500 games left.
Also: Why the Sharks could flip Sherwood, the Stars await Seguin news and why the Blue Jackets aren't selling ahead of the March 6 deadline.
Thomas and Binnington are among the most prominent Blues names on the trade board. Will they be on the move before March 6?.
Among Dylan Larkin's Olympics memories: "How just crazy, stressful and intense" the gold medal game was.
Tkachuk and teammate Jake Sanderson addressed reporters in Ottawa for the first time since winning an Olympic gold medal in men's hockey.
Brady Tkachuk said he didn't appreciate the AI-doctored video released by the White House that made it appear he was disparaging Canadians.
Welcome to our 2025-26 PWHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Walter Cup.
Werenski also discussed honoring Johnny Gaudreau and the controversy involving President Donald Trump's comments.
McAvoy has endured injury, infection, family concerns and more injury over the past year — and come through it a gold medal winner.
LaCombe didn't see any action in Milan thanks to Team USA's loaded back line, but he learned a lot watching his teammates win gold.
Thailand - where the mix of sport, excitement and open arms blend together for one of the most atmospheric GPs of the season.
Take a look at some of the best moments from the Thai GP, with the circuit set to stage the curtain raiser for another highly anticipated season.
Just over 100 days since Valencia’s chequered flag, the most exciting sport on Earth is back in racing action.
Stay up to date with everything going on across the weekend in Buriram, as MotoGP kicks off 2026!.
The 2026 season is in full throttle – and the official MotoGP App is your all-access pass to every moment.
Aprilia shine as pre-season concludes, with Marc Marquez edged down to third heading into Thai GP week.
Saturday action concludes with a familiar duo on top – but plenty of stories continue to build ahead of race action.
Keep up to date with all that's unfolding as MotoGP gets stuck into its final two days of 2026 pre-season testing.
The 2024 World Champion will get his first taste of track action in 2026 in Thailand this weekend.
A new team structure debuts this season as Graham Webber becomes Race Director.
Tight-head prop Lovejoy Chawatama signs a new deal to stay with Prem club Bristol Bears.
Promotion and relegation is set to be scrapped as part of a major restructure at the top of English club rugby.
Scarlets back Blair Murray is confident that he can win back his starting spot with Wales despite concerns over his size.
English rugby has adopted a franchise system for the first time with promotion and relegation from the Prem scrapped from the end of this season.
Exeter hooker Max Norey signs a contract extension of undisclosed length with the Prem club.
Ireland centre Bundee Aki is named on the bench for Connacht's United Rugby Championship game against Glasgow Warriors after returning from a four-match ban.
Promotion and relegation is set to be scrapped as part of a major restructure at the top of English club rugby.
Traditional promotion and relegation to and from the Prem will be scrapped from the 2026-27 season as landmark changes to the English game are voted through.
Gareth Thomas will run out in Bridgend aiming to prove a point after dropping down the Wales pecking order.
Dragons aim to avenge a heavy defeat by Benetton in Treviso when they host the Italians in the United Rugby Championship.
Purdue point guard Braden Smith became the fifth player in Division I history to reach 1,000 assists with his sixth assist against No. 13 Michigan State on Thursday night.
Georgetown junior guard KJ Lewis will miss the remainder of the regular season with a left ankle injury.
Oregon State men's basketball coach Wayne Tinkle will not return next season after 12 years at the helm, the school announced Thursday.
The Blue Devils look like they have the inside track to the top overall seed in the NCAA tournament.
The Fighting Illini star has ascended toward the top of a historically talented freshman class.
Washington State forward Emmanuel Ugbo, who is currently under a court order resulting from allegations of stalking and harassment, has been suspended for the remainder of the season.
UConn avenged a Feb. 6 loss by handing St. John's its largest defeat under Rick Pitino, a 72-40 blowout Wednesday night in which the Red Storm missed their final 24 field goal attempts.
Former Virginia coach Tony Bennett joined the Lakers on Wednesday as NBA draft adviser to president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka.
The schools (Oklahoma? Syracuse?), names (Will Wade? Porter Moser? Josh Schertz?) and buzz we're tracking.
UCF shot 14-of-24 from 3-point range to run away from No. 19 BYU for a 97-84 upset Tuesday night.
Sargent was banished to Norwich's U-21s after making his transfer request, but he finally has his wish: a new start in MLS.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are the unsurprising favorites to win MLS Cup this year, but the odds are spread out among the top contenders.
The shirtless spectator who caused Messi to be tackled had escaped capture, despite having fallen down as he cruised around the field.
Lionel Messi scored a penalty kick to lead Inter Miami to a 2-1 win against Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle in a rescheduled preseason match in Puerto Rico on Thursday, Feb.
The season opener against LAFC did not go at all as MLS champion Inter Miami had hoped. Messi and Co. are putting the finishing touches on their preparations for the new season tonight in their final friendly on the MLS Champions Tour 2026, before league play resumes next Monday.
Major League Soccer will allow teams to sell new ad space on the lower back of their jerseys starting this season, the fourth place on the soccer kit on which teams can place sponsors.
Should Celtic be seriously looking at appointing Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou in the summer?. The Dane has transformed the Steelmen in his debut season at Fir Park, with fourth-place Motherwell only four points behind Celtic and 10 off Hearts with a game in hand on the league leaders.
The shipment of Eric Ramsay’s possessions must have hardly made it to the West Midlands in time. After leaving Minnesota United this MLS offseason, his era in charge of West Bromwich Albion lasted just 44 days, during which time the Baggies played nine games, and won none.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have a weird quirk in their schedule: They’ll return to action on Thursday, Feb. 26 for a preseason friendly despite playing their MLS season opener last weekend.
If approved, a trial in Canada could give a snapshot of the future of the game.
The collegiate summer level Old North State League welcomed the Waynesville Hollers this week, a team with a brand rooted in southern culture.
There is now a fully approved bill in Indiana to help fund a new, domed stadium for the Bears, while legislators in Illinois are scrambling to catch up to the rapid developments in the neighboring state.
With the Lunar New Year ushering in the Year of the Horse last week, the Henderson Silver Knights took the opportunity to celebrate.
Release includes new primary, secondary or third kit for each NWSL team with designs "centering around club roots" and a "future-focused approach honoring a moment in the team's history".
When the Carolina Mudcats left Zebulon, North Carolina, to relocate 20 miles away and become the Wilson Warbirds, they left a baseball void in Five County Stadium, which had been home a team since 1991. That space was filled by an unlikely source this offseason—a collegiate summer level team made.
The Providence Bruins are serving up a second helping of a popular alternate identity from earlier this season.
Jessica Pegula earned two new titles last week: winner of the Dubai Tennis Championships and chair of the Tour Architecture Council, a group tasked to address scheduling issues for women’s professional players.
The Jaguars, for the first time, will play two regular-season home games in London during the 2026 NFL season, as EverBank Stadium will have reduced capacity this fall before the team plays all of its 2027 home games outside of Jacksonville.
The mixed doubles movement has made its way to the Fifth Slam. The 2026 BNP Paribas Open, also known as the Indian Wells Open, announced a $1 million prize pool for its mixed doubles tournament this year, nearly tripling last year’s purse.
Atlético Ottawa is looking to make a strong connection with its city and its supporters with their alternate kit for the 2026 season.
Tallon Griekspoor was forced to wait two years for a fifth crack at defeating Alexander Bublik. On Wednesday at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the Dutchman finally snapped his losing streak against his rival.
ATP Tour stars will head to Indian Wells, California for the first ATP Masters 1000 event of the season at the BNP Paribas Open. The 50th tour-level edition of the tournament will be headlined by Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev.
Stan Wawrinka was honoured under the desert sun on Wednesday afternoon, when he played his final match at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
March 2006. The height of Roger Federer’s dominance. The Swiss had owned the No. 1 spot in the PIF ATP Rankings for more than two years.
Qualifier Wu Yibing earned the third Top 20 win of his career Tuesday night with a 7-6(2), 7-6(1) upset of third seed Casper Ruud at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC. The Chinese star, who previously beat Taylor Fritz in 2023 and Daniil Medvedev last September, was flawless in the two tie-breaks as he took the match to Ruud with an aggressive game plan.
Carlos Alcaraz is serving his way to success. Already the No. 1 player in the PIF ATP Rankings, the Spaniard has made the best start to a season in his career.
Emilio Nava outserved former Top 10 star Matteo Berrettini to notch a statement upset on Tuesday at the BCI Seguros Chile Open. The No. 79 in the PIF ATP Rankings breezed to a 6-3, 6-4 opening-round victory in Santiago.
Ugo Humbert and Stefanos Tsitsipas each stepped on court Wednesday aiming to build on fond memories from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
A new season, the same pinpoint precision for the ATP Perfect Serve, brought to you by Stella Artois. January signalled the return of tennis, and the game’s biggest servers wasted no time making their mark.
Jakub Mensik continues to make thunderous statements at the top of the ATP Tour, and his stunning win over Jannik Sinner in Doha was the loudest yet as the 20-year-old charges toward a Top 10 debut. After producing the biggest win of his career over World No.
When the powerhouse schools called, offering NIL money, Jack Ohman nearly changed his phone number.
Our dive into the best players at every position concludes with the game's most powerful hitters.
The No. 1 prospect in baseball has a chance to join exclusive company on Opening Day -- if the Pirates are willing to let him.
Jose Lima loved baseball, but he didn’t take himself too seriously. He also didn't take failure too seriously.
Vlad Jr. and company, now joined by key reinforcements, are determined to get back to the World Series, and then ... make history.
These pitchers meet the criteria to be potential breakout starters this season, though some breakouts seem more likely than others.
The Phillies third baseman and pending free agent is back with the team despite plenty of buzz that he wouldn't be.
Froemming, who was born Sept. 29, 1939, in Milwaukee, served 13 years as a minor-league umpire before reaching the majors in 1971.
Eight members of Cuba's delegation were denied visas to the United States for next month's World Baseball Classic.
Longtime MLB umpire Bruce Froemming, who worked 5,163 games, third most in big league history, died Wednesday at age 86.
Yuki Matsui will not pitch in the World Baseball Classic and his status for San Diego's season opener is also unclear because of a groin strain.
Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai threw a 10-pitch scoreless inning and was struck by a comebacker in his spring training debut for the Astros.
Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo left Thursday's spring training game against the Tigers after experiencing abdominal discomfort after the catcher made an attempted tag at the plate.
Twins third baseman Royce Lewis was scratched from the team's exhibition game lineup Thursday as a precaution because of tightness in his right side.
Royals right-hander Stephen Kolek will be sidelined at least five to seven days, and that could be longer depending on the severity of a left oblique strain.
No players were denied entry and the team still plans to participate in the tournament, according to a WBC source.
FORT MYERS, Fla. — It is impossible, when strolling around Red Sox spring training, to avoid David Ortiz or Pedro Martinez. Ortiz? You hear him before you see him.
Last season, the 22-year-old hit a prolific 36 home runs with a 1.002 OPS on his way to a unanimous AL Rookie of the Year award.
Scherzer and the Blue Jays reached an agreement to keep the 41-year-old three-time Cy Young winner in Toronto.
Bader's 408-foot blast in the Giants' spring training loss against Milwaukee on Wednesday put a visible dent on the exterior of a nearby food truck.
Hawthorn's forwards converted only 20.8 per cent of their inside 50s into goal, with coach Adrian Hickmott saying they didn't work hard enough.
Plenty of Bulldogs starred in their dominant 44-point win over Hawthorn.
The victim of rapist Tom Silvagni has taken to social media to share the heartbreaking toll that the high-profile criminal trial has had on her life.
The Hawks fluffed their lines in their final dress rehearsal on Friday night, slumping to a 44-point loss to the Western Bulldogs at Whitten Oval, but worse could be to come from the match review officer.
Luker Kentfield is one of two players sent for scans after Friday's abandoned practice match between Melbourne and Richmond.
The practice match between Melbourne and Richmond in Ballarat has been abandoned before three-quarter time.
Melbourne saw off Richmond 12.6 (78) to 6.7 (43) in the clubs’ lightning-affected Community Series tune-up in Ballarat on Friday afternoon.
The teams are in for Saturday's games in the AAMI Community Series.
Luker Kentfield is forced off the field early in the first term after copping a brutal knock in a marking contest.
The Match Review findings for Wednesday and Thursday's AAMI Community Series games are in.
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is open to Lachie Neale returning to the club next year.
Clubs are reportedly preparing for a landmark change to the father-son and academy bidding system.
AFL.com.au can reveal the list of 22 under-17s prospects who are on the Devils' shortlist.
Will Day is out of action until at least the middle of the year but that hasn't stopped Sam Mitchell using him in other ways.
The Tassie Devils wined and dined influential player managers in Hobart this week, an opening salvo in the bid to poach established players from other AFL clubs. These are some of the names on their radar.
West Coast has signed a proven state-league performer as an SSP replacement for injured youngster Noah Long.
The AFL’s highly contentious ruck change has been thrust into the spotlight with the league forced to admit the umpires got it wrong on Wednesday.
Sliding Doors is back for 2026 .. and Damo's got a full head of steam after a long, hot summer.
Touk Miller opens up on losing the Suns captaincy in 'Final Siren: Inside the AFL'.
Speaking to AFL.com.au, Roos coach Alastair Clarkson has discussed Jy Simpkin's decision to explore his options.
Minjee Lee had an eagle and six birdies for an 8-under 64 on Friday, leaving her one stroke behind first-round leader Auston Kim at the HSBC Women's World Championship.
Italian golfer Andrea Pavan was badly injured from a fall down an elevator shaft when the doors opened and he was unaware the car wasn't there, according to multiple reports.
Austin Smotherman tied the best round of his career, shooting a 9-under 62 to take the early lead in the opening round of the Cognizant Classic on Thursday.
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul struggled during the first round of the HSBC Women's World Championship on Thursday, shooting a 1-over 73 to trail the leader by seven strokes.
The next stop on the PGA Tour season brings us to West Palm Beach, Florida, in a tournament that rewards those who can avoid the big numbers.
Past U.S. Open champion Jim Furyk is testing the television waters as the lead analyst in the booth for Golf Channel during its weekday coverage of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill and the Players Championship.
New York Golf Club lost consecutive matches in a doubleheader against The Bay Golf Club and Boston Common Golf on Tuesday night.
The Cognizant Classic at PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens begins Thursday and ends Sunday, March 1.
Atlanta Drive Golf Club splits a doubleheader on Monday, beating Boston Common Golf 5-2 and losing to Los Angeles Golf Club 7-3.
The race is on to be one of the top four teams in the SoFi Cup standings and qualify for the postseason. Postseason play begins March 17.
A slew of prominent WNBA player agents asked the WNBPA for "transparency and coordinated communication" moving forward in CBA negotiations, according to a letter obtained by ESPN.
The Nigeria Basketball Federation announced a 17-player preliminary roster for D'Tigress ahead of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup qualifying tournament, with forward Amy Okonkwo leading the squad.
The Minnesota Lynx announced that Nigeria's women's national basketball team will play the WNBA franchise in a historic preseason friendly at the T-Mobile Center on April 27.
The Vinyl beat the Lunar Owls 75-68 on Monday night to complete the six-team Unrivaled playoff field, with coach Teresa Weatherspoon saying, "They knew what was at stake.".
The WNBA told the union and its teams on Monday that a new CBA must be agreed to by March 10 for the 2026 schedule not to be impacted, sources told ESPN.
The WNBA players union says that the league generated enough revenue to trigger revenue sharing.
Kara Braxton, a two-time WNBA champion with the Detroit Shock and former SEC Freshman of the Year at Georgia, has died at the age of 43.
The WNBA submitted a new collective bargaining agreement proposal on Friday that would guarantee housing for all players in 2026, sources said.
The Los Angeles Lakers star revealed he went two months without his two favorite snacks.
The WNBA players' union submitted a counterproposal to the league Tuesday that included some concessions on revenue sharing and housing, sources told ESPN.
Danielle Ponter has had a busy summer with a new contract, a wedding to plan and an important coaching role.
Power star Matilda Scholz joined several AFL and AFLW players at the Melbourne Noir show at the Melbourne Fashion Festival.
Shae Sloane has been appointed as the Demons' interim head of women's football.
Eastern Ranges premiership coach Jarrad Donders is set to take the helm at the Tigers.
Rhys Harwood will remain at the Roos despite interest from rival clubs.
Despite falling in the AFLW off-season, players are keen to be part of future representative footy showcases.
We take a look at which players have pulled on the jumper the most times for each club.
Sarah Black assesses what AFLW Origin teams would look like for Victoria and Western Australia.
The AFLW is moving to implement a salary cap to replace the current player payment structure, in a move that could see an increase in player movement.
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired.
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AAP. Dyson Daniels put in a stellar all-round effort to help Atlanta notch a 30-point win over the Washington Wizards in the NBA. The Australian posted 13 points to go with 11 assists, four rebounds and a tied season-high five steals as the Hawks beat the Wizards 126-96 on Thursday night.
AAP. Kouat Noi hopes Sydney will meet South East Melbourne in the NBL Finals so the table-topping Kings can inflict more misery on the Phoenix after their fiery last meeting.
For all the noise and debate surrounding the NBL’s award voting system, former MVP Chris Anstey believes the bigger picture is how privileged we are to be witnessing greatness before our eyes.
Australian basketball icon Andrew Gaze believes it’s time for the NBL to make its award votes public. The League’s voting system has come under scrutiny this week after Kendric Davis voiced his frustration at missing out on MVP honours by just two votes.
Derek Rucker has urged the New Zealand Breakers to “run it back” with their NBL26 core, backing the squad to take another step forward next season.
Pete Hooley for NBL.com.au. With just six teams left in the hunt for ultimate glory, it all begins with the Play-In Tournament, which is set to be as competitive as ever. Only two teams can progress through to set up a Playoff showdown with Adelaide and the Sydney K.
Guam put up a gallant fight but with NBL finals participants Tanner Krebs and Elijah Pepper combining for 13 three-pointers, the Australian Boomers stayed unbeaten in the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers with the 93-80 victory.
On September 17, 2022, Mexican Independence Day, a 15-year-old, Karim López posted a photo of himself on Instagram, wearing a Mexico national team jersey, with the caption “‘Be patient…they’ll know your name’ ????????.” Since then, teenage sensation Lopez went on to play professionally with Joventut Badalona in Spain before joining the New Zealand Breakers as part of the NBL Next Stars program.
NBL chief executive David Stevenson says the league has no plans to change its MVP voting process, following fierce criticism by disgruntled star Kendric Davis.
A comical own goal from Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi sparked a 5-0 thrashing by Auckland FC, prompting coach Giancarlo Italiano to dramatically announce his resignation in the post-match press conference.
The A-League has been accused of undermining social cohesion after banning fans from wearing jerseys of nations “currently involved in major conflicts” ahead of this week’s multicultural round.
Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.
Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.
The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.
Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.
Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.
Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.
Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.
Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.
Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.
Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.
The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.
Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.
Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.
A rare brain illness left Milly Brock unable to walk or speak, but eight months later, she was back leading her regional netball club on grand final day.
Brodie Taylor has changed the game of netball by overturning disability preconceptions to become the first person in a wheelchair to attain national netball umpiring accreditation.
Super Netball could have two additional teams by 2027, with Netball Australia calling for expressions of interest to expand the competition.
From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport.