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England Consider Sonny Baker Test Debut Ahead of Lord’s Match vs New Zealand

England have named a 12-man squad for the first Test against New Zealand, delaying a decision on Sonny Baker's debut pending weather conditions at Lord’s.

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Sonny Baker of England during a nets session at Lord's

Shoaib Bashir Returns as England’s Lead Spinner for New Zealand Test

Shoaib Bashir returns as England's lead spinner for the first Test against New Zealand, after being omitted during the Ashes. Included in a 12-man squad, Bashir last played at Lord's in July 2023 and has taken 68 wickets in 19 Tests.

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Michael Dunlop Extends Isle of Man TT Record with Supersport Win

Michael Dunlop extended his Isle of Man TT record to 34 wins by dominating the first Supersport race, pulling ahead of Dean Harrison and securing his ninth consecutive Supersport victory.

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Brennan and McGuinness Incidents Compared as 'Apples and Oranges' by GAA President

GAA President Jarlath Burns explains that the contrasting disciplinary actions against Dublin's Ger Brennan and Donegal's Jim McGuinness result from different referees' decisions, emphasizing that overruling would be akin to re-refereeing the matches.

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Referee signaling during an intense wrestling match, indoors.

Top Players Expect Significant Prize Money Boost at Wimbledon 2024

Top tennis players expect a significant prize money increase at Wimbledon 2024 amid ongoing disputes over grand slam pay and governance, with the All England Club set to announce details on 11 June.

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Iga Swiatek with the Venus Rosewater Dish

UK Athletics Fined £350,000 After Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei's Death

UK Athletics fined £350,000 after Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei died in 2017 when faulty equipment collapsed during training. The case, involving corporate manslaughter and safety breaches, concluded after nearly a decade of investigation.

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Abdullah Hayayei warming up in a shot put cage

Fulham Manager Marco Silva Nears Deal to Join Benfica

Fulham's Marco Silva is close to agreeing terms to become Benfica's new head coach, succeeding Jose Mourinho who left for Real Madrid. Silva's Fulham contract expires soon, and discussions with Benfica have progressed significantly.

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T20 Specialists and Surprise Teams Excel as Blast Group Stage Nears Midpoint

As the T20 Blast group stage nears its midpoint, unexpected teams and specialist players like Jake Lintott and James Vince are making significant impacts, showcasing skill and resilience across the competition.

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Chris Lynn bats during the T20 match between Northamptonshire and Gloucestershire

Galbraith Confident in Fitness After Calf Injury Ahead of Northern Ireland Friendlies

Swansea's Ethan Galbraith says his calf injury is "all good" after missing the season's end. Cleared to join Northern Ireland's squad, he looks forward to upcoming friendlies and supports new teammates while focusing on his current club.

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Andreeva Dominates Cirstea to Reach Roland Garros Semi-Finals

Mirra Andreeva defeated Sorana Cirstea 6-0, 6-3 to reach the Roland Garros semi-finals, showcasing aggressive play and strong serving. The 19-year-old continues her rise as a top contender on clay.

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Mirra Andreeva in action during her quarter-final victory over Sorana Cirstea at Roland Garros on Tuesday 2 June.

Chelsea Decline Multiple Offers for Defender Josh Acheampong

Chelsea have rejected multiple bids for defender Josh Acheampong, a 20-year-old academy graduate with a contract until 2029, amid uncertainty over his playing time and interest from several Premier League clubs.

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Josh Acheampong in action for Chelsea against Wrexham in the FA Cup in March 2026

Liverpool in Advanced Talks to Appoint Andoni Iraola as Head Coach

Liverpool are in advanced talks with Andoni Iraola to become their new head coach after sacking Arne Slot, aiming for a manager who fits their aggressive playing style.

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