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New Zealand battle-ready after 'tough' Pakistan leg: Stead
New Zealand coach Gary Stead on Tuesday said the team is raring to go in their next set of Champions Trophy matches after having aced pressure moments in the first two wins.

'Over my dead body': Arteta says Arsenal still fighting for title
Mikel Arteta said he would give up in the Premier League title race "over my dead body" even though he admitted Arsenal face a historically tough challenge to catch Liverpool.

Memories of World Cup shock boost Afghanistan for England clash
Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi warned England on Tuesday that memories of their famous 2023 World Cup win over the then holders gives them the confidence to pull off a Champions Trophy surprise.

Dual World Cup winning Springbok prop Kitshoff calls time on career
Two-time World Cup winning South African prop Steven Kitshoff said he is walking away with "so many incredible memories" after announcing his retirement owing to a serious neck injury.

All Black veteran Nonu returns to Toulon at 42
The 42-year-old former New Zealand centre Ma'a Nonu has signed as medical cover until the end of the season for Toulon, where he has already played twice, the French Top 14 side announced on Tuesday.

Liverpool glory would boost Salah's Ballon d'Or chances: Slot
Arne Slot says Mohamed Salah will have a "far better chance" of winning the Ballon d'Or if runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool win silverware this season.

Pakistan bemoans 'death of cricket' after Champions Trophy flop
Gloom and demands for wholesale change engulfed cricket-crazy Pakistan on Tuesday after the hosts crashed out of the Champions Trophy in the group stage, barely a week into celebrating the return of a major tournament.

Pistons continue playoff push with win over Clippers
The Detroit Pistons won their seventh straight game in the NBA with in-form Cade Cunningham making 32 points and grabbing nine rebounds in a 106-97 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday.

Thailand's beaming Somkiat set to make MotoGP history
Somkiat Chantra can barely contain a beaming smile as he prepares to make history as Thailand's first MotoGP rider this week and all in front of his home fans.

'Complete overhaul': what went wrong for Pakistan in Champions Trophy
Title-holders and hosts Pakistan crashed out in the group phase of the Champions Trophy after losing to New Zealand and arch-rivals India.

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of 'racist statements' after derby
Galatasaray have accused Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho of making "racist statements" following a 0-0 draw between the bitter Istanbul rivals.

U.S. Polo Assn. Renews as Official Apparel Partner for the 2025 Dubai Polo Gold Cup
In partnership with Aydinli Group, U.S. Polo Assn.'s brand partner in the Middle East, the classic, sport-inspired brand provided performance jerseys for multiple teams, branded apparel for all on-site staff, and gifts to the finalists. During the game's fun-filled divot stomp, spectators also enjoyed a special giveaway of U.S. Polo Assn. branded caps.

NFL could vote on banning Eagles' 'tush push'
The NFL could vote on banning the 'tush push' -- the trademark play of the Super Bowl winning Philadelphia Eagles, a league official told reporters on Monday.

Kiwi match-winner Ravindra relishes return after freak accident
New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra on Monday thanked his support staff and well-wishers for the care after a freak on-field accident as he returned to action with a match-winning century that booked his side's passage to the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy.

Injured champion Martin to miss MotoGP season opener
World MotoGP champion Jorge Martin will miss the first race of the season this weekend in Thailand after sustaining several fractures in a fall, his Aprilia team announced on Monday.

Fiji skipper Nayacalevu joins Wales' Ospreys from England's Sale
Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu has joined the Ospreys as injury cover for Wales centre Owen Watkin until the end of this season, the Welsh regional side announced Monday.

France heavyweight Meafou a doubt for Ireland showdown
France second-row Emmanuel Meafou is a doubt for next month's Six Nations showdown with Ireland after missing training with his club Toulouse on Monday.

Ravindra ton powers NZ into Champions Trophy semis, hosts Pakistan out
Rachin Ravindra struck a superb 112 to lead New Zealand into the Champions Trophy semi-finals with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh and in turn dump hosts Pakistan out of the semi-final race.

Man Utd announce up to 200 fresh job cuts
Manchester United said Monday they expect to make up to 200 fresh job cuts as part of a "transformation plan" to improve the club's financial sustainability.

Ravindra ton powers NZ into semis, hosts Pakistan out
Rachin Ravindra struck a superb 112 to lead New Zealand into the Champions Trophy semi-finals with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh and in turn dump hosts Pakistan out of the semi-final race.

Mercedes unveil 2025 F1 car ahead of pre-season testing
Mercedes on Monday unveiled their 2025 F1 car ahead of this week's pre-season testing in Bahrain as they adjust to life without Lewis Hamilton.

Liverpool's Van Dijk wants Anfield to be 'horrible' during title run-in
Virgil van Dijk has urged Liverpool's players and fans to make Anfield a "horrible" place for opponents during the Premier League title run-in.

Swedish major winner Nordqvist named Europe's Solheim Cup captain
Sweden's three-time major winner Anna Nordqvist will be Europe's Solheim Cup captain as they bid to regain the trophy in next year's edition, it was announced on Monday.

Marseille president Longoria says 'no corruption' in Ligue 1 after outburst
Marseille president Pablo Longoria said Monday he regretted his outburst in which he claimed his club were the victims of "corruption" following a 3-0 Ligue 1 loss to Auxerre.

New Zealand's Bracewell puts Bangladesh in a spin in Champions Trophy
New Zealand spinner Michael Bracewell returned career-best ODI figures of 4-26 to help restrict Bangladesh to 236-9 in a key Group A Champions Trophy clash in Rawalpindi on Monday.

'Bullish' Bavuma wary of Australia ahead of Champions Trophy clash
South African captain Temba Bavuma on Monday said his side would not be taking world champions Australia lightly despite a depleted bowling attack.

Maresca says Chelsea are over-reliant on Palmer
Enzo Maresca has challenged his misfiring Chelsea squad to step up during a lean spell for Cole Palmer, admitting "we rely on Cole for everything".

Cavs hold off Grizzlies for seventh straight NBA win
Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 129-123 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in a testy cross-conference NBA clash on Sunday.

Dominant Ducati unleash deposed MotoGP kings Marquez and Bagnaia
As the lights go out to start the MotoGP season in Thailand on Saturday, the road seems clear for one of the sport's two deposed kings to reclaim their crown – if they do not get in each other's way.

Premier League champions-elect Liverpool leave mark on Man City
Tired of finishing second best to Manchester City, Liverpool took revenge on the English champions with a 2-0 victory at the Etihad on Sunday to strike a potentially decisive blow in the Premier League title race.

Debutants San Diego stun Galaxy with win in Los Angeles
San Diego FC pulled off a major surprise in their first ever game in Major League Soccer, winning away to defending champions Los Angeles Galaxy 2-0 on Sunday.

Campbell downs Potgieter in playoff for first PGA Tour title in Mexico
Brian Campbell shook off an errant tee shot -- saved by a lucky break -- to birdie the second playoff hole, capturing his first US PGA Tour title at the Mexico Open with a gutsy win over South African Aldrich Potgieter on Sunday.