By: Matt Hardy

Deputy Sports Editor - City AM Matt is the Deputy Sports Editor covering sport, the business of sport and the politics of sport. He covers the likes of football, rugby, cricket, Formula 1, golf and tennis.

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Pakistan going to bizarre lengths to create spin Test pitch

October 21, 2024

Pakistan’s cricket set up has gone to bizarre lengths to turn the Rawalpindi Test pitch into one that can spin the home side to a famous series victory against England. The Test begins on Thursday with the pitch being subjected to industrial-sized fans, patio-style heaters and natural baking under the Pakistani sunshine. It is hoped [...]
Buttler return delayed until West Indies T20 series

October 21, 2024

England white-ball captain Jos Buttler will miss his side’s ODI series against the West Indies due to an injury setback. The 34-year-old was on course to feature in the Caribbean but has suffered “a slight setback in his rehabilitation” from a calf injury. It is hoped he will be fit for the five-match T20 series. [...]
Arne Slot continues strong start to Liverpool career with Chelsea win

October 20, 2024

Arne Slot’s brilliant start to life as Liverpool manager continued on Sunday as his side beat Chelsea 2-1 at Anfield. Curtis Jones starred in a game of contentious refereeing decisions as Slot’s Merseyside club remained top of the Premier League table. The victory was his 10th in all competitions at the helm of Liverpool. Of [...]
Hoy hailed as “inspiring” after terminal cancer diagnosis

October 20, 2024

Sir Chris Hoy has been hailed as “inspiring” after revealing his cancer diagnosis was terminal. The six-time Olympic champion cyclist said he had been diagnosed with cancer in his prostate that has spread to his bones. Tumours were discovered in his shoulder, pelvis, hip, spine and rib. “You may see in the news this weekend [...]
Al Hilal boss: Club World Cup single most important competition

October 20, 2024

The chief executive of Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal has insisted the Club World Cup remains the most important competition in club football despite issues surrounding player wellbeing. Esteve Calzada added that playing European clubs is the real benefit from winning the Asian Champions League, something Al Hilal have done on four occasions. “For [...]
Ineos and Ratcliffe wait for more sporting success goes on after America’s Cup loss

October 20, 2024

In late August City AM asked whether Ben Ainslie and Ineos Britannia could bring the America’s Cup home for the first time in British sailing history. On Saturday we got our answer. No. Emirates Team New Zealand retained the America’s Cup by 7-2 and became the first team to win the Auld Mug on three [...]
Taylor Knibb wins big in Vegas on T100 Triathlon World Tour

October 20, 2024

American Taylor Knibb won big at the Lake Las Vegas T100 Triathlon to move within touching distance of a first ever T100 World Championship title. The Paris 2024 mixed relay silver medallist crossed the line in Nevada over two minutes ahead of Julie Derron and seven minutes clear of Flora Duffy to win her third [...]
Formula 1 Driver Standings before United States Grand Prix

October 20, 2024

The United States Grand Prix gets underway this evening with Lando Norris on pole looking to close the gap to Formula 1 title leader Max Verstappen. The front row at the Circuit of the Americas will see the two title rivals alongside one another with Ferrari pair Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc in behind. Oscar [...]
Rugby is staring into the abyss when it comes to Gen Z

October 19, 2024

Look at rugby in Britain today and objectively try to answer the following questions. Is it appealing to you? Is it sexy enough to invest in? Would I take my kids or young relatives to watch it? These are the questions rugby chiefs will always be grappling with, and good luck to them. But rugby [...]
ECB deadline for expressions of interest in Hundred passes today

October 18, 2024

Today is a significant day for cricket and the financial security of the sport in England. Because at some point later today the deadline will pass for official expressions of interest in the eight for sale Hundred franchises. In a fund raise that the England and Wales Cricket Board hopes will generate close to £500m, [...]

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