Middlesex fast bowlers Steven Finn and Toby Roland-Jones targeting England returns after shaking off injuries April 22, 2019 The maxim “it’s the taking part that counts” isn’t usually applicable to professional sport, but right now Steven Finn and Toby Roland-Jones are exceptions to the rule. With the county cricket season well under way, both bowlers have already achieved their first goal of the campaign by simply being on the pitch for Middlesex’s opening [...]
Manchester City 4-3 Tottenham: Fernando Llorente and VAR the unlikely heroes on historic night for Spurs April 17, 2019 Manchester City’s dream of a quadruple is dead. And how. Amid an electric Etihad Stadium atmosphere, in a drama-packed, see-sawing Champions League classic it was one familiar hero – Son Heung-min – and two not so familiar ones – Fernando Llorente and the video assistant referee – who combined to give Mauricio Pochettino a night [...]
Chris Tremlett: England must find room in their squad for Jofra Archer – even if he doesn’t impress against Pakistan April 17, 2019 The problem for England in one-day cricket used to be who to pick – now it’s who to leave out and I think that just shows what a strong position they are in. The exclusion of Jofra Archer from the preliminary 15-man squad for this summer’s World Cup, but inclusion for the upcoming Pakistan one-day [...]
Legal Q&A: Why Rugby Australia can terminate Israel Folau’s contract – and what he can do about it April 17, 2019 Lawyer JJ Shaw explains the regulatory workings behind Rugby Australia's decision to terminate Israel Folau's contract over anti-gay social media posts, and how the player can contest the sanction. What grounds do Australian rugby chiefs have for terminating Folau’s contract? Rugby Australia’s code of conduct obliges players to “treat everyone equally, fairly and with dignity regardless of gender [...]
Munster looking to break their semi-final curse against Saracens in the European Cup April 17, 2019 Steeped in history, with a rich European pedigree and where passion for the game cannot be bested – giants of club rugby don’t come much bigger than Ireland’s Munster. But when they face Saracens on Saturday in the Champions Cup semi-final they will not only be burdened with their fans’ expectations but also the knowledge [...]
Time to party: John Lewis & Partners opens summer roof garden on top of flagship Oxford Street store April 17, 2019 John Lewis & Partners is launching its summer rooftop garden at the summit of its Oxford Street store this week. Read more: Ranked: The top 15 retailers to work for The venue will open its doors at the start of the bank holiday weekend on Friday, and busy shoppers can enjoy the opportunity to relax [...]
Juventus shares plummet after shock Champions League defeat to Ajax April 17, 2019 Juventus shares have plunged 17 per cent this morning as investors reacted to the Italian football giant’s heartbreak in the Champions League last night. Read more: Juventus FC to offer €165m bonds The Old Lady of Italian football crashed out 3-2 on aggregate in the quarter finals to a resurgent Ajax team, who have now [...]
Barcelona 3-0 Manchester United: Lionel Messi magic and individual errors prove toxic combination for United April 16, 2019 On a night when they needed perfection, United were hindered by their limitations and overwhelmed by their opposition’s class. Lionel Messi magic and individual errors is a dangerous combination and in the end a four-minute spell was all it took for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s dreams to turn to dust as his side were unceremoniously dumped [...]
Trevor Steven: Manchester City’s make-or-break week in their quadruple bid starts against Tottenham April 16, 2019 Last week I was lucky enough to visit Manchester City’s training facilities and witness how they are building not only success on the pitch but also a global brand. It was mind-blowing; they are so ahead of the game, I have never seen anything like it. Winning the quadruple would be the ultimate endorsement of [...]
England’s Cricket World Cup squad: Jofra Archer and the other selection dilemmas for the hosts to consider April 16, 2019 The Cricket World Cup is lurching ever closer and with just 44 days to go until the hosts kick things off against South Africa at the Oval we’ve reached a significant step. England will name their provisional 15-man squad tomorrow ahead of the 23 April deadline. Read more: Chris Tremlett: It's open season for England's batsmen [...]