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Ireland Names Uncapped Trio in Squad; Jack Crowley Out with Injury

Ireland's squad for the Nations Championship includes three uncapped Connacht players, with Jack Crowley sidelined due to a blood vessel issue. Caelan Doris will captain the 36-man squad facing Australia, Japan, and New Zealand in July.

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Couple Wed in Matching Waistcoats Before 24-Mile Man v Horse Race

Saffron and Nigel Griffin married before the 24-mile Man v Horse race in matching waistcoats, then rode their horses to beat the human competitors in this unique Welsh event.

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Family photo Safron and Nigel stood together cutting their cake on a table in front of them. The cake is cream with red flowers on and stands next to a bottle of prosecco.

Nat Sciver-Brunt Out of England's Next Two T20 World Cup Matches Due to Injury

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is out of the next two T20 World Cup matches due to a left calf strain sustained during the win over Ireland. She will miss games against Scotland and West Indies but may return later in the tournament.

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Cricketers in action during a vibrant outdoor cricket match in Victoria, BC.

Discover Your Local World Cup Stars with Our Postcode Lookup Tool

Explore the local origins of World Cup players from all four UK nations since 1950 with our postcode lookup, revealing hometown heroes and regional talent pools for the 2026 men's World Cup.

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BBC A stylised image of four football players. Graeme Souness is shown on the far left in a dark blue Scotland shirt shouting to team-mates. Ivor Allchurch is centre left in a red Wales shirt, with a neutral expression on his face. Norman Whiteside is centre right in a white Northern Ireland shirt, also with a neutral expression. Harry Kane is shown on the far right in a white England shirt with a captains armband, with a neutral expression. The players are superimposed on a green zigzag background.

Evans and Brennan Sign New Contracts with Newport County

Newport County defender Cameron Evans and versatile player Ciaran Brennan have both signed new contracts, securing their futures at the club for the 2026-27 season.

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Andy Murray Confident in Jack Draper's Wimbledon Comeback After Injuries

Andy Murray praises Jack Draper's tennis and fitness ahead of Wimbledon, highlighting Draper's recovery from injuries and his potential for a strong comeback.

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Jack Draper in action at Indian Wells in March

Australia Dominates Bangladesh in Women’s World T20 with Nine-Wicket Win

Australia defeated Bangladesh by nine wickets in the Women’s World T20, highlighting the resource gap and showcasing strong performances from Georgia Voll and Ellyse Perry.

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McDowell Returns to US Open After Six Years, Shares Moment with Son

Graeme McDowell returns to the US Open after six years, sharing the moment with his son and preparing for the challenging Shinnecock Hills course.

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Van der Merwe and Dee to Start for Barbarians Against South Africa

Duhan van der Merwe and Elliot Dee start for the Barbarians against South Africa on Saturday, with the match held in Gqeberha ahead of the Nations Championship.

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Duhan van der Merwe and Elliot Dee with the ball in their hands

Scotland Prepares for Intense Heat Ahead of World Cup Group C Matches

Scotland prepares for intense heat in World Cup Group C with early acclimation, hydration strategies, and tactical adjustments to combat temperatures exceeding 30°C and high humidity.

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Scotland's George Hirst cools off with water during a training session at the Atrium Health Training Ground in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Danny Rohl Departs Rangers to Become RB Salzburg Head Coach

Danny Rohl leaves Rangers after eight months to become RB Salzburg head coach, prompting Rangers to seek a new manager amid links to Derek McInnes.

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Hearts to Clash with Sturm Graz in Champions League Qualifiers

Heart of Midlothian will face Sturm Graz in the Champions League second qualifying round, marking their first appearance in 20 years. The Austrian club will host the first leg in July, with Hearts likely under new management by then.

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