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Nagelsmann backs Woltemade to shine for injury-hit Germany
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Thursday backed Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade to lead the line for his injury-hit side in their 2026 World Cup qualification bid.
Fiji unchanged for France Autumn Nations Series trip
Fiji head coach Mick Byrne announced on Thursday an unchanged starting lineup for this weekend's Autumn Nations Series game against France in Bordeaux.
All Blacks boss Robertson at ease with 'respectful' England challenge to haka
Scott Robertson insists New Zealand will have no qualms with a challenge to the haka from England at Twickenham on Saturday, so long as it is done "respectfully".
France scrum-half Serin commits for two more seasons to Toulon
France international scrum-half Baptiste Serin has extended his contract with French Top 14 side Toulon for two seasons until 2028.
Australia turn to O'Connor in search of Ireland inspiration
James O'Connor has been summoned to revive Australia's faltering Autumn Nations Series campaign, with the veteran fly-half given the task of steering the Wallabies to a much-needed win over Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.
Hansen and Prendergast start for Ireland against Australia
Ireland's Mack Hansen will make a first Test start at full-back against his native Australia on Saturday, with Sam Prendergast recalled at fly-half to face the Wallabies in Dublin.
McIlroy two shots off the lead as Kim top after round one in Dubai
Rory McIlroy took a big first step towards capturing a seventh Order of Merit crown when he opened with a six-under par 66 round on Thursday in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship.
De Minaur knocks out Fritz to keep ATP Finals hopes alive
Alex de Minaur kept alive his chances of reaching the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after beating Taylor Fritz in straight sets 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 in Turin.
Ikitau and O'Connor return as Wallabies make changes for Ireland
Len Ikitau and James O'Connor have both been recalled to Australia's back-line as the Wallabies look to revive their Autumn Nations Series campaign against Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.
England great Anderson to play on for Lancashire
James Anderson has signed a new one-year contract at county club Lancashire, meaning England's all-time most successful bowler is set to carry on playing first-class cricket beyond his 44th birthday.
Quesada sticks with Italy's Wallabies heroes for Springboks Test
Gonzalo Quesada largely kept faith with the Italy team that stunned Australia last weekend, making just one change to the team announced on Thursday for the Azzurri's tough test against South Africa.
Springboks ring changes for Italy clash
Rassie Erasmus on Thursday made sweeping changes to his South Africa team for the Autumn Series clash with Italy, announcing 11 different names to the side that beat France last weekend.
Alldritt 'takes up the torch' for France against Fiji after South Africa loss
France head coach Fabien Galthie on Thursday recalled Gregory Alldritt to "take up the torch" as captain this weekend against Fiji having dropped him for the humbling defeat to South Africa.
South Africa announces plan to bid for Olympic Games
South Africa plans to bid for the 2036 or 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the government said Thursday, aiming to bring one of the world's biggest sporting events to Africa for the first time.
South Africa's Bavuma says winning in India top ambition
South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma on Thursday said that the world champions are battle-ready to achieve their long-cherished ambition of winning a Test series in India.
Alldritt back to captain France against Fiji after South Africa loss
Gregory Alldritt will captain France against Fiji in the Autumn Nations Series this weekend having been dropped for the humbling defeat to South Africa, the French Rugby Federation announced on Thursday.
'Ready' Rees-Zammit back in Wales's starting team to face Japan
Louis Rees-Zammit will make his first Wales start since the 2023 Rugby World Cup in Saturday's clash with Japan in Cardiff after coach Steve Tandy said he was "ready to return".
Spinners decide Tests in India, Gill says before South Africa opener
India captain Shubman Gill said on Thursday fast bowlers could play a key role in the opening Test against South Africa, although spinners usually have the final say in home conditions.
Scott Barrett returns to skipper All Blacks against England
Scott Barrett returns from injury to captain New Zealand against England at Twickenham on Saturday as the All Blacks continue their quest for a tour clean sweep of the Home Nations.
Curry lifts Warriors over Spurs, Thunder rout Lakers, Jokic shines
Stephen Curry scored 46 points and the Golden State Warriors rallied to stun the San Antonio Spurs 125-120 on Wednesday as the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Los Angeles Lakers in another marquee NBA matchup.
Duffy takes four as New Zealand crush West Indies to seal T20 series
Jacob Duffy took 4-35 as New Zealand romped to a crushing eight-wicket win in the fifth T20 international against the West Indies on Thursday to seal a 3-1 series victory.
Smith says England speed kings could struggle in Ashes
Steve Smith believes England may have picked the wrong bowlers for the Ashes, suggesting Australian wickets will be better suited to seam and swing than an all-out pace attack.
Skubal, Skenes win MLB Cy Young Awards for top pitchers
Detroit's Tarik Skubal won his second straight American League Cy Young Award on Wednesday and Paul Skenes was named National League winner as Major League Baseball's top pitchers.
Gauff and Fritz back for United Cup against Swiatek's Poland
Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz will spearhead the United States' title defence at the mixed teams United Cup in Australia, organisers said Thursday, with Iga Swiatek leading Poland's quest for revenge.
Bayern stun Arsenal, Man Utd sink PSG in Women's Champions League
Bayern Munich overturned a two-goal deficit to stun holders Arsenal 3-2 in the Women's Champions League on Wednesday, as Manchester United downed Paris Saint-Germain on a memorable night at Old Trafford.
Clippers' Beal to have season-ending surgery - report
Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal will have surgery for a hip fracture and miss the rest of the NBA season, his agent told ESPN on Wednesday.
Portugal's Ronaldo hoping Ireland fans boo him
Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo said he wants Ireland fans to boo him in Thursday's World Cup qualifier in Dublin.
England set for Etihad start to Euro 2028 tournament campaign
England will play their first match of Euro 2028 at Manchester City's Etihad Stadium if they qualify directly, with fellow co-hosts the Republic of Ireland, Scotland and Wales set to play all their group games at home, it was announced during Wednesday's tournament launch in London.
Sinner cruises past Zverev and into last four of ATP Finals
Jannik Sinner reached the last four of the ATP Finals on Wednesday after beating Alexander Zverev 6-4, 6-3 to qualify from the Bjorn Borg group with a match to spare.
Baxter says England must be 'selfless' to see off All Blacks
Fin Baxter believes a "selfless' approach holds the key to England's hopes of a rare win over New Zealand when they face the All Blacks at Twickenham on Saturday.
Bayern battle back to shock Arsenal in Women's Champions League
Bayern Munich overturned a two-goal deficit to stun holders Arsenal 3-2 in the Women's Champions League on Wednesday.
Scotland 'optimistic' Russell will be fit to face Argentina
Scotland are increasingly confident senior players Finn Russell and Zander Fagerson will be fit to face Argentina with the duo "training fully" ahead of Sunday's international against the Pumas at Murrayfield.