Nahid Rana granted NOC to return for Peshawar Zalmi ahead of PSL final
The BCB had initially granted him NOC only till April 13, after which he was pulled out to manage his workload.
The BCB had initially granted him NOC only till April 13, after which he was pulled out to manage his workload.
Chelsea captain Millie Bright announces she has retired from football with immediate effect because of injury.
New tournament aims to counter-balance the elitist fixture at Lord’s between Eton and Harrow. As a state school-educated international cricketer, the former England bowler Sajid Mahmood has always been in the minority.
When this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix is complete, preparations immediately begin at the Hard Rock Stadium for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. F1.com has been finding out more about how this transformation will happen in the short space of a few weeks…
Unable to move after suffering a stroke in March, Tui Kamikamica feared his NRL career was over. After two successful surgeries, a shock comeback is imminent.
All-rounder Sophie Devine and fast bowler Lea Tahuhu join Suzie Bates in confirming their retirement after this summer's T20 World Cup.
England midfielder Jack Grealish speaks to Joe Wilson about extending his Special Olympics GB ambassador role and what it means to him.
As NBA teams have made clear through their tanking measures, scouts are very excited about the top end of this class.
Jack Grealish says his recovery from the operation he had on his season-ending foot injury is going extremely well.
FIFA's council voted to amend its regulations, which say the side would need recognition from their national federation, on Tuesday.
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between Collingwood and Hawthorn at the MCG.
Collingwood’s call to manage two veteran stars for a blockbuster Round 8 opener against Hawthorn has been made even riskier by a pair of injury blows.
Check out all the latest trade news from around the League.
It showed me what can happen when people get on the front foot, don’t hide things and are prepared, as leaders, to be vulnerable.
Fremantle Dockers player Nathan O'Driscoll reveals his mental health struggles in an emotional social media post, amid a push from players for the AFL to implement a mental health round.
Country sporting clubs are rallying to help families keep coming to fixtures as fuel prices double, with some travelling up to 640 kilometres. But it's a cost many regional families are prepared to take on if it means maintaining the sporting commitments that are so integral to their communities.
As a bewildered and blindsided Paul Guerra can now attest after his stunning sacking as Melbourne’s chief executive, there is a reason the cliche about a week being a long time in football exists.
A dummies guide to what the new changes will mean to bidding at the draft.
Want to get this in your inbox every Wednesday afternoon? Sign up for the AFL newsletter here When Greg Swann was appointed executive general manager of football performance at the AFL, many saw him as the man to cure all the sport’s ills.
At a time where eyes on the AFL’s trade market is at an all-time high, finding value for your club’s list has never been more important.
The AFL is pushing ahead with draft and player-movement changes for this off-season, with Carlton president Rob Priestly and Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge criticising the move.
The AFL has confirmed a significant shake-up of its draft system from 2026 onwards, tightening access to elite junior talent while introducing a new compensation mechanism aimed to protect struggling clubs.
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has implored the “paranoid” AFL to strip back the game in response to rule changes to the national draft and player movement.
Aaron Naughton is set to take his place against Freo, just eight days after the Western Bulldogs star landed on his head when attempting a high-flying mark.
Brodie Grundy can see the lighter side of playing his 250th match against former side Melbourne.
How have Australia's football clubs come to be named, and what do those names represent? We analysed over 1,500 senior Aussie Rules clubs to find the patterns in how clubs have named themselves.
Clubs will need to pay a higher price to match bids for father-son, next generation and northern academy talent.
Less than 24 hours after Paul Guerra was sacked, Stan executive director Dan Taylor has been appointed into the role.
Melbourne has confirmed Dan Taylor as their club’s new chief executive, after the sacking of Paul Guerra after just seven months in the role.
Stan Australia executive and Melbourne board member Dan Taylor will step into the club's vacant CEO role.
World Cup-bound Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine has taken aim at Fifa and the US over the governing body’s awarding of a peace prize to President Donald Trump, heightening tensions ahead of a tournament already weighed down by geopolitical pressures and controversial pricing.
Afghanistan women will become a "symbol of resilience" after Fifa approved their return to international competition, says former captain Khalida Popal.
Fifa is poised to secure a last-minute tax exemption for all 48 World Cup qualifiers after intensive negotiations with the US treasury.
London club may move for Rangers skipper as free agent if they drop out of the Premier League...
Which Manchester United youngsters are most likely to be pushing for inclusion on their pre-season tour in July?.
The then Newcastle manager’s on-air blast at Sir Alex Ferguson remains a classic Premier League moment. Premier League history is littered with red letter days and Monday 29 April 1996 will for ever rank among the most memorable.
Youngest son of Diego Simeone has had to earn his chance but is now making the most of it at the Metropolitano.
Plus: dramatic late drops into the relegation zone, the Italia 90 XI and teams wearing away kits in finals. “York City won the National League, and achieved promotion to the EFL, thanks to a goal from Josh Stones in the 103rd minute of their final game,” writes Eddie Giles.
Seattle Reign allay fears that Wales legend Jess Fishlock's career could come to a premature end due to injury.
Afghan women footballers will be able to showcase their skills to the world for the first time in five years after FIFA cleared the way for their return to international competition.
George North will bring down the curtain on one of the most successful careers in British professional rugby.
The high-profile NRL recruits will feature in the NSW-Force clash on Friday. But so too will a 32-year-old disability worker who commutes from Wollongong and will be making his Super Rugby debut.
A pair of highly experienced Test playmakers are finishing up with their overseas clubs and considering a return to Australia.
Wales back Jacob Beetham becomes the latest Cardiff player to sign a new deal at the Arms Park.
Harlequins sign Wales international prop Sisilia Tuipolotu from Gloucester-Hartpury for the 2026-27 season.
England's patched-up Women's Six Nations squad is boosted by the return of centre Jade Shekells, but Sadia Kabeya is still recovering from injury.
Toulouse flanker Jack Willis says he has unfinished business with the international game, but admits he may never get the chance to return to the Test arena.
It is fair to say the first full season as a professional head coach for Mark Jones at the Ospreys has been a baptism of fire.
Newcastle Red Bulls centre Cameron Hutchison agrees to remain with the Prem club for a further year.
Aerial ability of Saracens’ Noah Caluori helps to make him another dream player for rugby union’s marketers. As Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe crossed the line to complete his world-record London Marathon sprint on Sunday the BBC’s commentator Steve Cram almost swallowed his microphone.
The Sri Lankan government is now likely to appoint an interim committee, which is expected to have former cricketers Sidath Wettimuny and Roshan Mahanama in it.
A journeyman cricketer, he has found in RR a team that backs him, and has played back-to-back innings of impact for them.
"You're not going to go through the IPL and not lose a game," James Hopes, PBKS' fast-bowling coach, said of their slightly below-par bowling.
Sophie Devine and Lea Tahuhu have announced this year's T20 World Cup will be their last appearances for the White Ferns.
"I thought he was in good form," says fellow legspinner Piyush Chawla after RR dropped Ravi Bishnoi forYash Raj Punja.
We’ve entered the second half of this season’s Indian Premier League, with the ladder starting to take shape.
Nensi Patel, Izzy Sharp, Bree Illing, Flora Devonshire and Polly Inglis will play their first T20 World Cups.
Here's how things stand at the top of the Orange and Purple Cap tables at IPL 2026 at the end of Rajasthan Royals' win over Punjab Kings.
Latest scorecard from the second Twenty20 international between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Chittagong.
Aussie allrounder took three crucial wickets as Babar Azam smashed his second century of the season.
Exploring why Spurs' finances have worsened, a change in ENIC's shareholding and what the impact of relegation would be on the club.
There was something affecting about the Colombian's work and his determination to keep challenging what, at times, was an ominous situation.
The Arsenal sporting director will be witness to a clash between his current and former employers in the Champions League semi-finals.
This Champions League semi-final's first leg was crazy but played just how both managers wanted: relentlessly end to end and high-tempo.
Two of the biggest clubs never to have won the European Cup meet in the last four, but there are others who feel they deserve to have won it.
The 63-year-old Mourinho is Florentino Perez's favoured candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa as Real Madrid manager.
Forest's fourth boss of 2025-26 has eschewed complex methodology in favour of an approach that has brought the squad closer together.
Only one club have been relegated from the Premier League this century with 40 or more points. Are we about to see another?.
Goals, controversy, star players shining, some glaring misses... this was the match that had it all.
The Champions League holders and favourites served up an instant classic at the Parc des Princes.
The signing of Jarome Luai by the Chiefs could trigger mass movement across the game including at his old club, where nine top-liners are set to go to market.
Before the round of footy gets underway, catch Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns' tips.
The prime minister of PNG joined the charm offensive to recruit Jarome Luai, and not even a social media sideshow featuring Alex Johnston could detract from the Chiefs’ landmark signing.
MIllie Elliott returns to the NSW Blues' side for State of Origin I in Newcastle, teammate Emma Verran saying how much of an 'inspiration' she is to the team.
Less than a day after confirming star playmaker Jarome Luai as their maiden signing, the PNG Chiefs have now set their sights on landing their first forward.
Former Brisbane player Andrew McCullough lashes the "ridiculous" criticism levelled at the Broncos early in season 2026.
Roosters winger Daniel Tupou is determined to savour his limited time remaining in the NRL as he prepares to reach a new tryscoring milestone as soon as this week. .
Ahead of making her debut for the NSW Blues, Teagan Berry has opened up on how she considered walking away from the sport at the end of last season.
Tigers coach Benji Marshall has revealed an “emotional” conversation with Jarome Luai in his office that proves the star five-eighth’s move to Papua New Guinea is about more than “just himself”.
Papua New Guinea Chiefs recruit Jarome Luai has revealed the chance to change lives in the developing nation was the deciding factor in his decision to join the expansion franchise.
For the second year in a row both New South Wales and Queensland enter the women's State of Origin match with barely a game between them this year, but a six-week training block that one player called "one of the hardest things I've ever done" has them primed for the series opener. .
Jarome Luai fronted the media on Wednesday after news that he is set to link up with the PNG Chiefs for the inaugural 2028 season, insisting it move is not about the money.
Jarome Luai's decision to sign with Papua New Guinea is a showcase of the economic power behind the Chiefs and marks the start of the greatest rugby league gold rush since Super League.
The struggling Melbourne Storm have been given a much-needed boost.
Jarome Luai's big-money signing with the Chiefs earned comparisons to Lachlan Galvin's exit from the club. Luai said they're "two different situations".
The PNG Chiefs have confirmed details of Jarome Luai’s marquee signing, revealing the four-time premiership player is contracted for two seasons with an option to remain at the club in 2030.
Jarome Luai has explained why he'll ditch Leichhardt for Port Moresby after becoming the Chiefs' first signing.
The PNG Chiefs are said to be “not happy” with Alex Johnston’s agent after news of his move to the NRL’s 19th franchise was leaked.
Jarome Luai will leave Wests Tigers at the end of the 2027 season, announcing he will join the PNG Chiefs for their entry to the NRL.
The PNG Chiefs have announced the official signing of four-time premiership-winning five-eighth, Jarome Luai as Player #001.
They both struggle for recognition in male-dominated fields, so Super Netball chose to host an all-female Anzac Day ceremony to commemorate and give visibility to female veterans.
Stacey West will step down as CEO of Netball Australia at the end of this week, ending a two-and-a-half-year tenure that has reshaped the sport in this country. .
Uncertainties over the details of Netball Australia's broadcast agreement with Nine left fans hesitant to celebrate. Now we reveal how many games will actually be seen on free-to-air TV.
Diamonds and Melbourne Vixens star Jo Weston calls for a pay increase after a new free-to-air broadcast deal.
Two new teams were expected to join the league in 2027 to make Super Netball a 10-team competition, but slow broadcast negotiations are holding up the process. .
The ex-CEO of Netball Australia said it was behind the times when she walked out the door in December 2023, but new gambling reforms announced by the federal government show the sport was right to steer clear from sports betting.
World Cup-winning Diamond Kiera Austin remembers having to learn to use a tampon earlier than she was ready in order to play netball. Now she's developed a period undershort she hopes will address the alarming rates of Australian teens dropping out of sport.
Emily Mannix talks about her extended absence from the Super Netball league, and why she's now ready to return for the Melbourne Vixens after a "freak accident" meant her daughter Mabel needed emergency care at birth.
The world's best goal keeper has sparked an important conversation about postpartum depression in her return to the Super Netball league.
Nine Kiwi players will feature in Super Netball for 2026, after the New Zealand governing body relaxed its national selection policy. But just like the green fruit, their influx has left a sour taste in the mouth of rusted-on Australian Diamonds fans.
NEW YORK — Through four games of their opening-round series with the New York Knicks, the Atlanta Hawks had succeeded in making life difficult for Jalen Brunson.
The Chicago Bulls are set to do in-person interviews with Dave Lewin, Matt Lloyd, Dennis Lindsey, and Bryson Graham for the lead basketball operations role, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Lewin is currently an assistant general manager with the Mavs.
The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 126-97 at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 series lead. Jalen Brunson finished with 39 points, including scoring 17 in the fourth quarter. "The ball went in, but just happy to we were able to keep the lead," Brunson said.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 in Game 5 on Tuesday to win the series 4-1. It is the first playoff series the Spurs have won since 2017. De'Aaron Fox lead the team with 21 points, with Victor Wembanyama adding 17 points and 14 rebounds.
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 to stave off elimination on Tuesday. Joel Embiid finished with 33 points, with Tyrese Maxey adding 25 points and 10 rebounds. "Obviously you don't want to go home, so you do whatever it takes," said Embiid.
Wembanyama's swat cemented the Spurs' first playoff series win since 2017 and even got a reaction out of his hard-to-impress father.
With Victor Wembanyama controlling the paint and Fox shutting the door, San Antonio had little trouble in a 114-95 Game 5 win over Portland.
The better seeds opened as favorites in all but one first-round series. The Rockets against the injured Lakers were the only exception.
BOSTON — Old habits die hard for these Celtics. In the era of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, all too often they have let opponents off the mat, giving them life when they should be home resting for the next round.
The San Antonio Spurs nearly let a 28-point lead slip away, but they got it done. Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, after a very dominant start, held on late to grab a convincing 114-95 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
The New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers both moved within touching distance of series progression after statement wins, with Jalen Brunson leading a dominant Knicks performance over Atlanta while Joel Embiid powered Philadelphia past Boston to swing momentum back in their favour.
In a pivotal Game 5, in front of an array of celebrities and former New York Knicks legends, the Knicks put their best forward to ensure that Madison Square Garden was rocking.
In a pivotal Game 5, in front of an array of celebrities and former New York Knicks legends, the Knicks put their best forward to ensure that Madison Square Garden was rocking.
The Knicks led by 13 after the opening quarter and were surgical in dismantling Atlanta to keep their series momentum.
The NBA has proposed an anti-tanking lottery system called “the 3-2-1 lottery.” In this new concept, the lottery would expand from 14 to 16 teams, flatten chances at the top overall pick, and feature all 16 picks chosen in the lottery.
Luka Doncic is not expected to be available for the Los Angeles Lakers' second round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder should they advance by defeating the Houston Rockets. Doncic has been out since April 2nd with a hamstring injury.
The NCAA has launched the final steps toward expanding both the men's and women's basketball tournaments from 68 to 76 teams, sources told ESPN. The move is expected to be formalized within weeks and would take effect for the upcoming 2026-27 season, with a mid-May announcement possible.
The Sixers kept their season alive with a win Tuesday night to force Game 6 back home in Philadelphia.
The season is not over for the Philadelphia 76ers. Joel Embiid stepped up for a dominant second half to lead the 76ers to a 113-97 win in Game 5 on Tuesday night to extend the series and Philadelphia’s season.
Tyran Stokes, the nation's top-ranked senior and consensus favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft, has committed to Kansas, he announced Tuesday.
As the 2026 season prepares to resume with the Miami Grand Prix, see how much you know about F1 in the US.
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers are backing to win in Miami.
Ahead of the season resumption in Miami, Cadillac have showcased a special livery that will adorn their car for the upcoming race weekend.
For the fifth time in F1 history, teams head to Miami this weekend and we’ve compiled our handy betting guide to help you prepare your bets.
F1 Clash has rolled out its 2026 update, featuring new car models, upgraded visuals, and an Overtake Mode system.
Ferrari have started their 2026 campaign in fine style, with three podiums from the first three races. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have both led at times too, as the Scuderia attempt to take on the might of Mercedes with their fast-starting SF-26.
1978 F1 World Champion Mario Andretti discusses how Cadillac are getting on as they get set for their first home outing in Miami.
Mark Hughes and Giorgio Piola highlight some of the individual aspects to Aston Martin's AMR26 that showcase the extreme approach taken to its design.
Foundation set up by F1 great is beginning to address the lack of representation of black people and those from disadvantaged backgrounds in motorsport. Sports people can be more than the sum of their athletic achievements.
Max Verstappen's decision on his future will not be affected by the impending departure of Gianpiero Lambiase, says the Red Bull team boss.
It is time for the ultimate test of skill as four F1 drivers take on a remote-control car challenge. But who will prevail between George Russell, Kimi Antonelli, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri?.
F1 is back for the Miami Grand Prix – here’s a recap of everything the drivers have been up off-track before this weekend’s race.
Memories, drama and unpredictability: this is Jerez! Catch up on the biggest stories and headlines after an epic Spanish GP.
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Miami Grand Prix.
Ai Ogura edged out teammate Raul Fernandez for Monday testing honours whilst breakthroughs were found behind.
Lawrence Barretto sits down with Isack Hadjar to chat about life at Red Bull, faith in his racing ability and a passion for astronomy.
Before the season resumes in Miami, championship leader Kimi Antonelli has been reflecting on what has helped him to feel “stronger” in 2026.
Fernando Alonso has voiced his hope that 2026 will not be “the last season” for him in F1, with the Spaniard suggesting that he does not “feel it is that time yet”.
McLaren won both titles last season but, in a new era of F1, they have not started as well as they might have hoped. Under Andrea Stella's watchful eye, can the papaya team turn things around?.
Here are all the timings – along with all the additional information you need – for the fourth Grand Prix weekend of the 2026 season from the Miami International Autodrome in Florida.
The Oilers scored 3 first-period goals and cruised to victory, setting up Game 6 on Thursday.
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
The Wild went up 3-2 in the best-of-seven series and have a chance to close it out at home Thursday.
David Pastrnak snuck behind Buffalo’s defense and beat Alex Lyon for the game-winning goal to extend the series.
McDavid appeared to injure his ankle in Edmonton’s Game 2 loss to Anaheim after getting tied up with teammate Mattias Ekholm.
Zuccarello has missed the past three games after taking an elbow to the face, and the Wild have missed him — especially on the power play.
Don't like the Penguins' yellow jerseys? We've got some good news and some bad news.
McDavid, who appeared to injure his ankle in Game 2, did not take the Oilers' morning skate.
Voted on by NHL players, the award recognizes the league's "most outstanding player.".
From a nightmare bounce for Dan Vladar to an overtime review the NHL actually nailed, we parse the rules and luck defining the first round.
John Garrett, the inimitable former Canucks color commentator, has died. He was 74.
The PWHL welcomed 1,116,497 fans across 120 regular season games, the first time it has surpassed one million fans in a single season.
Vegas' marathon win, which evened this first-round series, came with major swings and plenty of ups and downs for both teams.
Colorado looked inevitable against the Kings, but chances are it will have to overcome some adversity to win its second-round series.
Ownership's eyes should be open to a bleak future if no significant course corrections are made.
The 2021 NHL Draft was — and will likely remain — one of the most unique and difficult classes to evaluate.
Darren Raddysh is one of the top-scoring defensemen in the NHL, but it only happened because of a decision by a minor hockey coach.
Dobeš is rising to the moment in a first-round playoff series against the Lightning.
Vegas scored three goals to start before Utah scored four in a row in a high-scoring game of shifting momentum.
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
The Detroit Tigers are holding their breath on Javier Báez after a freak play at first base. The veteran utilityman had to be carted off the field in the fifth inning of Detroit’s 5-2 defeat against the Atlanta Braves.
CLEVELAND — Todd and Tara Boedigheimer are Oregon State alumni and longtime supporters of the highly successful Beavers baseball program. The Boedigheimers’ bond with their alma mater was strengthened tenfold in 2011, when their 3-year-old son, Drew, needed an emergency heart transplant.
Tampa third baseman Junior Caminero left the Rays’ 1-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians early Tuesday after he took a ball directly to his jaw. Caminero fouled a pitch from Cleveland’s Tanner Bibee off the plate in the opening inning at Progressive Field.
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage made the first start of what’s technically his rookie season Tuesday night against the Boston Red Sox.
PHILADELPHIA — Rob Thomson watched the Phillies on Tuesday. For the 62-year-old baseball lifer, it was a familiar activity in an unfamiliar setting. Since 2018, no other human being on the planet has seen more of the Philadelphia Phillies in person.
Rob Thomson’s run as Philadelphia Phillies manager started and ended with midseason firings. In June 2022, he took over for Joe Girardi.
Dave Dombrowski could not land Alex Cora, his preferred next manager, right now. That did not matter. He was intent on making a change.
Organizational turmoil be darned, the Boston Red Sox are finally playing some decent baseball. This mini hot stretch started a few hours before former manager Alex Cora was let go, with the club’s rousing 17-1 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
The Phillies' president of baseball operations excels at persuading owners to spend but wasn't proactive enough in retooling this group.
Steele last pitched in the majors April 7, 2025, and the Cubs don’t know when he will do so again.
The New York Yankees (19-10) face the Texas Rangers(14-15) in the second game of their series.
With May just around the corner, teams are beginning to separate themselves within the larger major-league landscape. At the very least, a select group of clubs have begun to distinguish themselves as clear contenders, while others have plummeted into shocking pits of struggle.
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski confirmed during a news conference Tuesday that he had offered Cora the job.
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2012 was the beginning of the end of an amazing era. 2022 was a group that needed a jump-start. So, what about these stumbling Phillies?.
After finishing the 2025 regular season with 86 wins and one of the best run differentials in baseball, the Philadelphia Phillies faced massive expectations entering 2026. But the team faceplanted to open the season, going 9-19 in their first 28 games, tying them with the New York Mets for the worst record in baseball.
After finishing the 2025 regular season with 96 wins and one of the best run differentials in baseball, the Philadelphia Phillies faced high expectations entering 2026. But the team faceplanted to open the year, going 9-19 in their first 28 games, tied with the New York Mets for the worst record in baseball.
Thomson, who owns the highest winning percentage in club history, was unable to get the Phillies on track as they stumbled to a 9-19 start.
Alex Cora remains a top five manager according to many in the industry, but the Red Sox have never let success stand in the way of change.
The Red Sox have replaced Alex Cora’s veteran major league staff with mostly young, data-driven coaches around a core of baseball lifers.
It might still be a year away, but it’s not too early to do a big board for the 2027 NFL Draft class that has all the makings to be an absolutely loaded one in our nation’s capital. Let’s get to it you sickos.1. Arch Manning, QB, TexasManning is an excellent athlete with size.
Despite Nix's procedure, which came as part of a recheck, coach Sean Payton said the Broncos are "excited about his progress.".
The Titans hired a new general manager in January, functionally demoting Brinker in the process.
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The Tennessee Titans are about to have a new person running the football side of the business. Titans president of football operations Chad Brinker is stepping down from his role and leaving the organization, the team announced Tuesday.
The flurry of NFL free agency is over, and so is the NFL Draft. We’re starting to get a clearer picture of what rosters will look like with OTAs, minicamps and later training camps on the horizon. There are multiple big-name veteran free agents who’ve yet to sign.
Detroit doesn't pick up Campbell's option and his situation is made more complicated because of his position.
Former NFL defensive end Josh Mauro has died at 35 years old. Mauro’s father, Greg Mauro, announced his death in a Facebook post on Tuesday. The Las Vegas Raiders later confirmed his death.
Johnston, a 2023 first-round pick, has eight touchdown receptions in each of the last two seasons.
The New York Jets hosted a meeting with veteran free-agent quarterback Russell Wilson on Monday, according to multiple reports. Per The Athletic, the Jets are considering Wilson as their No. 2 quarterback behind Geno Smith for the 2026 season.
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The former UConn and Vanderbilt quarterbacks received invites to Baltimore's rookie minicamp after going undrafted.
The Steelers are waiting on a decision from Rodgers for a second straight offseason.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are taking steps to make sure veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers returns to the team in 2026. The Steelers reportedly placed the transition tag on Rodgers, giving the team the right to match any offer he receives this offseason, according to ESPN. Under that tag, Rodgers could return to the Steelers on a one-year deal for roughly $15 million in 2026. If another team decides to swoop in and pay Rodgers more, the Steelers would have five days to match that offer and bring Rodgers back.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are taking steps to make sure veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers returns to the team in 2026. The Steelers reportedly placed the transition tag on Rodgers, giving the team the right to match any offer he receives this offseason, according to ESPN. Under that tag, Rodgers could return to the Steelers on a one-year deal for roughly $15 million in 2026. If another team decides to swoop in and pay Rodgers more, the Steelers would have five days to match that offer and bring Rodgers back.
For a team that played in the NFC championship game just two seasons ago, the Washington Commanders had a lot of holes entering the offseason. The Commanders decided to invest almost all of their resources into fixing the defense. That isn’t the worst plan.
In the immediate aftermath of the Los Angeles Rams taking quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, some fans questioned whether head coach Sean McVay was on board with the pick.
A deeper look at the process behind some of the more interesting moves and trends of this year's NFL Draft.
With the draft and free agency complete, NFL teams now look mostly like they will when the season begins in the fall. So, how do they rank?.
“Just wait until the 2027 draft class.” Well, with the '26 draft completed, we can turn our attention to that highly talented group.
LIV golfers worried about the breakaway league’s future have reportedly held talks with the DP World Tour about their next steps following the postponement of LIV’s New Orleans event.
LIV Golf are set to postpone their upcoming Louisiana event in the latest concerning development about the league’s financial situation.
As Cam John was preparing for his final round in The National Tournament a month ago, a thought jumped into his mind about an opportunity that might lie ahead in Singapore.
Australia’s Hannah Green charged into the top ten as world No.2 Nelly Korda sealed a commanding five-shot win in the final round of The Chevron Championship at Houston’s Memorial Park.
World No.3 Matt Fitzpatrick gave his younger brother Alex the best gift of all, hitting an astonishing 35-yard bunker shot to set up a life-changing victory for his sibling at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
Australian major champion Geoff Ogilvy made a surprise appearance as American Michael Brennan went viral for his shirtless moment in the first round of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
Australia’s Hannah Green endured a tough opening round as world No.2 Nelly Korda led the way with a seven-under par 65 at The Chevron Championship in Houston, Texas.
It is the technical adjustment that has seen Hannah Green surge back into the top five but one subtle enough the champion does not labour on it when quizzed on her dazzling form.
The Ryder Cup has become the latest sporting event to drop exorbitant ticket prices in an announcement that has received widespread backlash.
Bryson DeChambeau has addressed his LIV future following weeks of speculation, saying “as long as LIV is here, I would figure out a way for it to make sense”.
New York City FC need a win. Badly. Red Bull New York aren’t too far behind their Hudson River rivals in that category after both MLS clubs started their regular seasons strongly, only to see that success disappear over the past two months.
The MLS side is prepared to relinquish its majority stake in the Swiss club if it can find the right buyer.
MLS owners are discussing the possibility of relocating the Whitecaps, who presently have an untenable stadium and economic situation.
LONDON (AP) — A soccer match official who was a potential pick to work at the men’s World Cup in North America was arrested for an alleged sexual assault at a hotel while in Britain for a game.
A former Norwich City and Luton Town player has left the US club he helped set up from nothing.
Major League Soccer owners are evaluating the future of the Vancouver Whitecaps, including possible relocation of the franchise, according to The Athletic.
MLS is reportedly looking closely into a potential move for the Vancouver Whitecaps, bringing the league closer to its first club relocation in two decades.
The Whitecaps are among MLS's best teams, but unless a local solution materializes, they could be leaving town – and Canada altogether.
In his near-30-year run as a head coach in the elite tier of American soccer, Bruce Arena has never claimed to be a tactical genius. In fact he has expressed open contempt for the concept, routinely brushing off well-meaning questions from journalists about formations and strategic approaches.
Sporting KC's fall from the MLS elite has hit new depths; Plus, thoughts on James Rodríguez and Hany Mukhtar and the latest on Chucky Lozano.
Alexander Zverev is back in the Mutua Madrid Open quarter-finals.
Jannik Sinner and Rafael Jodar both earned wins on Tuesday to set a quarter-final meeting at the Mutua Madrid Open, while Casper Ruud earned a dramatic victory against Stefanos Tsitsipas, saving two match points. ATPTour.com looks back at the biggest Tuesday fourth-round stories through video.
Matteo Berrettini has produced some of his best tennis on clay, winning six of his 10 ATP Tour titles on the surface and reaching the Roland Garros quarter-finals in 2021. After an early exit at the Mutua Madrid Open, the 30-year-old returned home to reset at the ATP Challenger 175 event in Cagliari, where he survived a stern opening-round test on Tuesday.
Rafael Jodar will play one of those matches every player dreams of being a part of when he steps onto court on Wedesday. The Spanish #NextGenATP star will take on World No. 1 Jannik Sinner for the first time at the Mutua Madrid Open.
Defending champion Casper Ruud continued his Mutua Madrid Open title defence in thrilling fashion on Tuesday when he saved two match points to edge Stefanos Tsitsipas 7-6(4), 6-7(2), 7-6(3). "I was on the brink of being on the way home already," Ruud said following his fourth-round victory.
Rafael Jodar advanced to the quarter-finals at an ATP Masters 1000 event for the first time on Tuesday at the Mutua Madrid Open, where he dispatched Vit Kopriva 7-5, 6-0 on home soil to set a maiden meeting with World No. 1 Jannik Sinner.
Grigor Dimitrov headlines the Roland Garros qualifying field, with a host of #NextGenATP stars also in action from 18-22 May.
Jannik Sinner brought a business-like demeanour to court early on Tuesday at the Mutua Madrid Open. The No. 1 player in the PIF ATP Rankings kick-started Day 7 at the ATP Masters 1000 event with a largely commanding fourth-round triumph against Cameron Norrie.
The opening day of main-draw action at the ATP Challenger 175 events in Cagliari and Aix-en-Provence features several stars in action.
Alexander Zverev navigated late drama to charge into the fourth round at the Mutua Madrid Open on Monday, while Alexander Blockx upset third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime to earn his first Top 10 victory. ATPTour.com looks back at the biggest Monday stories through video.
Hailey Baptiste produced a career-defining moment Tuesday night in Madrid, defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to reach the Madrid semifinals for the first time. It marks the first Top 5 win of the 24-year-old's career.
Mirra Andreeva is excited to celebrate her birthday. But the idea of being a year older? Not so much. After beating Leylah Fernandez in the Madrid quarterfinals, she said she wants to "just stay 18 and be a kid all the time.".
With a semifinal berth on the line, Linda Noskova encounters Marta Kostyuk for the first time in a top 25 matchup while lucky loser Anastasia Potapova takes on Karolina Pliskova in the Madrid Open quarterfinals.
Next month's Internationaux de Strasbourg will feature five Top 20 players in Ekaterina Alexandrova, Iva Jovic, Madison Keys, Clara Tauson and Liudmila Samsonova. Marta Kostyuk, Leylah Fernandez and Hailey Baptiste will also be in the field.
Former top players including Bianca Andreescu, Paula Badosa, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Karolina Pliskova and Sloane Stephens will compete in Roland Garros qualifying in the hopes of securing main-draw spots.
Mirra Andreeva had to come from 4-1 down and save three set points in the first set before overcoming Leylah Fernandez to make her first WTA 1000 semifinal in 13 months.
It's been a wild week at the Mutua Madrid Open, with endless upsets, improbable comebacks and two of the best tiebreakers in recent memory. As we work our way towards the final this weekend, here's a recap of the most memorable moments from the first four rounds in Spain.
Anastasia Potapova continued her miraculous run in Madrid, going from lucky loser to quarterfinalist after upsetting Elena Rybakina in the early moments of Tuesday morning. The straight-sets victory is her fourth career Top 5 win.
The Open Aix Provence Crédit Agricole routinely features a star-studded draw for an ATP Challenger event, and this year is no different. Stan Wawrinka and Grigor Dimitrov, who both have been as high as No. 3 in the PIF ATP Rankings, are competing in France.
The Sardegna Open returns to the ATP Challenger circuit this week, with Matteo Berrettini and Hubert Hurkacz among those in action. Mariano Navone is the top seed.
While there is still plenty to play out with Dean Vickerman’s coaching situation with Melbourne United, a name has reportedly emerged to potentially replace him.
As the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Free Agency continues to heat up, one of the biggest question marks relates to who will be coaching a number of the teams.
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The Sydney Kings continue to strengthen their hopes of securing back-to-back NBL Championships, after re-signing another one of their stars. The Kings have announced athletic wing Makuach Maluach is re-signing on a two-year deal.
With the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery less than two weeks away, ESPN has released its latest mock draft featuring one of the NBL’s top rising stars. New Zealand Breakers’ Next Star Karim Lopez has once again been ranked in the lottery, being slotted at pick 11 by ESPN’s Jeremy Woo.
The ink has barely dried on his new two-year deal with the Perth Wildcats, but rising star Elijah Pepper has already outlined some of his goals for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.
The Perth Wildcats on Tuesday confirmed that Elijah Pepper has re-signed with the club on a new two-year deal.
Fresh off signing on for an 18th season, Jesse Wagstaff has opened up on his decision to return to the Perth Wildcats. The six-time NBL champion says as long as he's still contributing, he'll continue be a Wildcat well beyond his current 540-game tally.
Peter Hooley is joined by the NBL's GM of Next Stars Recruitment, Liam Santamaria, to discuss all things Next Stars.
Forward Jack McVeigh was incredible in his first season back in the Hungry Jack's NBL. Averaging a career-best 21.2 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.5 assists, McVeigh was the heartbeat of the Cairns Taipans, leading to him being named in the 2025-26 All-NBL Second Team.
Four-legged fans of certain countries competing at this summer’s 2026 FIFA World Cup will finally get a chance to show their allegiances thanks to adidas.
The National Lacrosse League is likely to have a slightly different look next season after signing a new multi-year deal for on-field jerseys.
Established November 11, 1926, Route 66 runs from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, traversing nearly 2,500 miles through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona en route.
The resurrection of one of the original Women’s National Basketball Association identities looks to be in doubt thanks to a trademark dispute involving a rap music superstar.
The Adidas shoe that two runners used Sunday to make marathon history sold out in limited Monday pre-orders within minutes, and is already garnering major attention on the resale market.
Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby will take an “immediate indefinite leave of absence” from the football program to enter a residential treatment facility for gambling addiction, the school and Sorsby announced in a joint statement Monday.
The conference will welcome Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, Gonzaga, San Diego State, Texas State and Utah State in July.
Elena Rybakina said she does not trust the electronic line-calling system after a controversial ruling against her at the Madrid Open.
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The York Revolution, fresh off of back-to-back championships the last two seasons in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, will play Wednesday “Bark in the Park” games throughout the 2026 season as the York Rescues.
Aryna Sabalenka and Hailey Baptiste meet for the second time in as many WTA 1000 tournaments while Leylah Fernandez battles Mirra Andreeva, all eyeing for a spot in the Madrid semifinals.
No. 13 seed Linda Noskova came from 4-1 down in the final set to beat Coco Gauff for the first time and advance to the quarterfinals of the Mutua Madrid Open.
After blowing a 5-1 third-set lead, Mirra Andreeva defeated Anna Bondar in a deciding tiebreak to reach a third straight Madrid quarterfinal. Leylah Fernandez also advanced to the last eight and will face Andreeva Tuesday.
Aryna Sabalenka kept her Mutua Madrid Open title defense alive after coming from a set and a break down to defeat Naomi Osaka in a marquee fourth-round meeting. She'll next face Hailey Baptiste, who upset Belinda Bencic -- despite losing the longest regular tiebreak in a WTA main draw since 2024.
Elena Rybakina was down but not out Sunday night in Madrid, coming from a set down to defeat Zheng Qinwen 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 in 2 hours and 21 minutes and advance to the fourth round. It's her fourth win over Zheng in five meetings.
From Karolina Pliskova's dream come true to Caty McNally's mental toughness and Monday's high-quality Round of 16 slate, here's the latest buzz from Madrid.
Marta Kostyuk defeated Jessica Pegula in straight sets at the Mutua Madrid Open, extending her clay-court winning streak to eight matches.
World No. 3 Coco Gauff rallied from an illness as well as a set and a break down to defeat Sorana Cirstea in three sets, reaching the fourth round of the Mutua Madrid Open where Linda Noskova awaits.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka delivered an unexpected highlight when she hit a running one-handed backhand winner in a third-round victory over Jaqueline Cristian at the Mutua Madrid Open -- and is turning to Roger Federer to help her polish it off.
Naomi Osaka and Aryna Sabalenka are set for a clay-court showdown at the Mutua Madrid Open after easy third-round wins.
Emmelie Fiedler defied both language and geography to land in the AFLW.
Scout Semple won the best on ground medal in the AFLW Academy's 46-point win over Carlton VFLW.
The All-Australian team from the Marsh AFL National Under-16 Girls Championships has been named.
A lot has changed in the past 10 years of the AFLW competition - but these players are the best of the best.
West Coast will take two list spots to May 4th's AFLW Pre-Season Draft.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Current AFLW players are making their mark in the coaching ranks.
The AFLW's first pre-season draft will be held next month.
The Marsh AFLW Academy will play against a VFLW side as preparations for the draft evolve.
Dom Carbone's love of community football has been embraced by her super-flying sleepover club.
It's back-to-back Spanish GP wins for the #73 on home turf as early drama unravels for the reigning World Champion.
The Turkish rider is penalised following Sprint incident with Savadori.
The #93 crashed, headed into pitlane across the grass and then went on to win – with many questioning if he broke any rules.
The weather plays havoc in Jerez but the home crowd get the result they came for.
The #36 will have two Long Laps on Sunday after the FIM MotoGP Stewards observed him not respecting the black flag with orange disc.
The Spanish GP’s qualifying session was a tasty affair but it gave the home crowd what they wanted as the #93 took a first pole of the year.
The grid countdown will now re-commence at the 5-minute board in the event of a delayed start, as agreed in Jerez.
The #89 has been given a 3-place penalty after riding slow on line – and disturbing Alex Marquez.
The 2025 Spanish GP winner sits three tenths clear of Di Giannantonio as a dramatic opening day unfolds in Andalusia.
The WNBA's 2026 schedule will feature a record of 216 games and tentpole events that will be nationally broadcast, the league announced on Wednesday.
How did the 15 WNBA franchises do with their offseason moves, including the draft? We rank them into four tiers.
Napheesa Collier won't be back on the court for the Lynx until at least June as she recovers from March ankle surgery.
Fever guard Sophie Cunningham was adamant she wasn't complaining about the lack of a long-term contract after signing a one-year, $665,000 deal as a free agent.
Storm standout Ezi Magbegor will miss the beginning of the WNBA season due to a right foot injury that she suffered while playing for Australian national team.
Indiana Fever All-Star Kelsey Mitchell says she has no regrets in pushing herself to the limit before her legs gave out in last year's playoffs against Las Vegas.
One of the biggest music festivals each year came and went with big name athletes taking in the desert.
For South Carolina Gamecocks alum Ta’Niya Latson, this week’s WNBA draft wasn’t just about hearing her name called — it was about making a statement before she ever reached the stage.
Dream center Brionna Jones has had right knee surgery, leaving her status uncertain for the start of the WNBA season.
Guard Dana Evans, who re-signed with the Aces as a free agent last week, will be sidelined indefinitely while recovering from a left leg injury.
Paulius Murauskas' former coach at Saint Mary's recently joined Arizona State, and the 6-foot-8 forward said Wednesday that he was following.
The Gators return their leading scorer to top the first forecasted field for next season's NCAA tournament.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...
Duke landed top guard transfer John Blackwell, adding a high-level, veteran scorer to a retooling Blue Devils team.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.
Thomas Haugh is expected to be one of the highest-paid players in college basketball, after his decision to return to Florida for his senior season.
Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday, with the Red Storm beating out Kentucky for the talented forward.
Joseph Savarino, a grandson of retired coach Mike Krzyzewski, was charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired in connection with a collision that killed a 15-year-old bicyclist.
UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.
Florida center Rueben Chinyelu, ranked No. 57 on ESPN's big board, is entering the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility.
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.
We look at where we expect the best teams to excel and where they have potential trouble spots.
The Raiders fill their biggest need at No. 1, but is Mendoza the only first-round QB? Our reporters make their picks.
Ashton Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, won his battle with Kevin Sperry over the spring and has been named the Florida State starting quarterback.
Indiana football coach Curt Cigneti praised his defensive unit and coordinator Bryant Haines as he's seen a defense-dominated spring that is deeper and further along than his previous two teams.
From North Carolina to Wake Forest, the dynamic has changed for quarterback Gio Lopez.
Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Mel Kiper Jr. updated his NFL draft rankings one last time. His Big Board stacks 150 prospects.
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.
Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud.
Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.
A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership. It wasn’t all that long ago that the Newcastle Jets were on the precipice of collapse.
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.
Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has been delayed after the former NRL star was a late withdrawal from the Western Force’s big win over the Queensland Red on Saturday night.
Zac Lomax’s immediate playing future has been decided, with the former NRL winger signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force.