England cannot ‘spiral’ after India humiliation, says Stokes February 18, 2024 England achieved their worst runs loss in 90 years yesterday as Ben Stokes’ Bazball side lost by 434 runs to a dominant India in the third Test on the subcontinent. England were left chasing 557 after India’s second innings but capitulated to 122 all out as the hosts cruised to victory to take a 2-1 [...]
Mankini-dressed Olympian: Costume was “just a bit of fun” February 18, 2024 He has since been stood down pending an investigation by governing body Equestrian Australia.
City Football Group agree partnership with Erdogan-linked club February 18, 2024 The collaboration will see City Football Group provide “consultancy” to Istanbul Basaksehir.
Netball Q&A: London Pulse GK Hali Adio on the 2024 season February 17, 2024 Tomorrow a new edition of the Netball Super League will commence in Nottingham with all 10 teams involved across five matches. Last season London Pulse topped the table for the first time before losing to Loughborough Lightning in their first final. But Pulse are determined to go one step further and take English netball’s biggest [...]
What can the Premier League learn from NFL and the Super Bowl? February 17, 2024 Richard Davies, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys, on the lessons the Premier League can learn from the Super Bowl. Few events rival the commercial juggernaut that is the Super Bowl. Year after year, this American spectacle captivates audiences worldwide, boasting unparalleled viewership and revenue. While the Premier League stands as a commercial powerhouse in its [...]
London Broncos to start Super League season under sad shadow February 16, 2024 The Super League returned with a Hull derby on Thursday, as London’s only side start their campaign tonight with a trip to St Helens in a formidable opening fixture. The Broncos are back in the top-tier for the first time since 2019 after they stunned Toulouse Olympique in the Championship Grand Final. This season promises [...]
WSL: Chelsea clash with Man City could be key for Hayes’ Champions League dream February 16, 2024 Chelsea Women host second-placed Manchester City in the WSL on Friday night in a game which could blow the title race and Emma Hayes’ final season wide open. With Chelsea three points clear of City after 13 games, this match is crucial for both sides but even more so for the hosts. Win and the [...]
Ollie Phillips: Ireland top my Six Nations half term report card February 16, 2024 It’s half term and even the Six Nations is taking a week off. So in this fallow week, after two rounds, it’s about time we handed out some reports and grades. I am a firm but fair teacher and my grades reflect that, so here goes. Top of the Six Nations class Ireland – A+ [...]
Rugby round up: Descriptive audio, colour blindness and England A February 15, 2024 Despite the lack of Six Nations this week to get fans and others alike talking about rugby, the sport has seen a number of exciting announcements this week. From new audio description at the Six Nations to changes to aid colour blindness and the England A announcement. Here’s what you may have missed. Six Nations [...]
Stokes “pretty emotional” over 100th Test in India for England February 15, 2024 Ben Stokes has had an air of indifference at playing in his 100th Test but the England captain was “pretty emotional” at receiving his cap in a behind-closed-doors presentation. England players typically hold a team huddle on the outfield before play to commemorate landmark appearances but Stokes this week described joining the 100 Test club [...]