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Super Rugby Pacific team namings: Big blow for Canes, Ardie back for MP

Team lists for all the New Zealand sides for round seven of Super Rugby Pacific.

North Queensland Cowboys mourn the tragic death of one of their founding stars Robert Pva after he passed away aged just 58

The rugby league community is mourning the loss of foundation North Queensland Cowboys player Robert Piva, who passed away suddenly on March 24 at the age of 58

Bodybuilders Try The Olympic Gymnast Strength Test Without Practice

What happens when raw muscle meets elite body control? We put bodybuilders through the ultimate Olympic gymnast strength test - with zero prep. From iron crosses and planche holds to insane core and grip challenges, this test pushes them far beyond the weight room. Can brute strength match gymnast-level control and endurance? Let’s find out.

Arsenal 'identify £60m Alexander Isak alternative' as they look to finally solve their forward issues - but 'face competition' from other Premier League sides

The Gunners seem set to come up short in the Premier League title race once again under Mikel Arteta, with the side currently 12 points behind Liverpool with nine matches to play.

Athletes who played with masks, including some truly iconic ones

Premier League confirms major change to summer transfer window due to Club World Cup

Premier League confirms major change to summer transfer window due to Club World Cup - The window will open briefly before the expanded competition, in which Chelsea and Manchester City feature, begins on 14 June

Red Bull set to swap Liam Lawson for Yuki Tsunoda after two races

Red Bull Racing are set to swap new-boy Liam Lawson for Yuki Tsunoda just two races into new season, after a couple of tough outings for the 23-year-old as Max Verstappen's latest teammate

Cricket: Dropped catches cost White Ferns

The White Ferns have been beaten in the final T20 international against Australia in Wellington.

White Ferns stars missing from North-South series

Selectors are taking the opportunity to give some domestic players higher honours.

Georgia Ellenwood, the Canadian heptathlete taking social media by storm

Bayern Munich star is ruled out of action for SIX MONTHS after tearing ACL in major blow to the German giants

The German giants, who are top of the Bundesliga by six points - ahead of Bayer Leverkusen, the German champions - have their sights set on both domestic and European success this season.

Much-debated Taranaki sports hub marks significant milestone

The Tūparikino Active Community Hub, the first phase of which was due to be complete in late 2027, would operate alongside New Plymouth Raceway.

New Zealand Rugby scuppers Rugby Australia's plan for an Anzac Day test

"We don't see it as viable, at this stage," NZR chief Mark Robinson says.

Thomas Tuchel makes Jude Bellingham admission after England star's second-half substitution against Latvia

JACK GAUGHAN AT WEMBLEY: A stunning Reece James free kick illuminated the World Cup qualifier, with Harry Kane and Eberechi Eze both adding gloss after Bellingham's substitution.

The only European player on a footy team full of Pacific Islanders reveals his surprising take on having to learn the haka

English rugby star Tom Savage has played more than 200 games of top-flight footy and competed against some of the biggest stars in the world - but performing the haka is a huge challenge for him.

England boss Thomas Tuchel reveals why Man United star Harry Maguire was really left out of his first Three Lions squad

Tuchel's first camp as the Three Lions boss is now over, having overseen a perfect start to his tenure as England boss with wins over both Albania and Latvia in World Cup qualifying.

Gary Neville starts new job away from football that is the 'perfect fit for me' - as Man United legend expands his business empire

Neville, 50, is known for his outspoken punditry with Sky Sports and hosting the popular Stick to Football podcast. He also owns two hotels in Manchester.

Chelsea 'willing to pay over the odds to beat Real Madrid to the signing of in-demand Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen' this summer

Chelsea are reportedly prepared to pay over the odds to beat Real Madrid to the signing of Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen this summer.

The 7 Best Exercises for People Over 50

The 7 Best Exercises for People Over 50

How the mighty Brazil became a laughing stock: Vinicius Jr has not delivered and there's a reason they want Carlo Ancelotti, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE

TOM COLLOMOSSE: As if being thrashed by their greatest rivals were not painful enough, Brazil had to stand and watch as world football's biggest wind-up merchant rubbed salt into the wound.

Man United 'could welcome back FIVE injured stars' after the international break - as Ruben Amorim is handed major boost ahead of run-in

Amorim's tenure has also been made more difficult through a lengthy injury list, with 10 players unavailable for United's 3-0 victory over Leicester City before the international break.

The 20 Greatest Heavyweight Boxers of All Time – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

Heavyweight boxing has always captured the imagination of sports fans like no other division. It’s the weight class where power, legacy, and larger-than-life personalities collide—and where one punch can change everything. In this article, we’ve taken a deep dive into boxing history to rank the 20 greatest heavyweights of all time. From dominant champions to fearless warriors, these fighters left an unforgettable mark on the sport and helped shape what heavyweight boxing is today.

NRL: Dylan Walker granted immediate release from Warriors contract

The utility has been granted an early release from the NRL side on compassionate grounds to return to Australia immediately.

England 3-0 Latvia - PLAYER RATINGS: Who illuminated a drab game? Which star was lucky not to be sent off? And who was very lively?

JACK GAUGHAN AT WEMBLEY: England notched up another confidence-boosting win under new manager Thomas Tuchel, claiming a 3-0 victory against Latvia at Wembley on Monday.

The 10 Highest-paid Players at each Bundesliga Club – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

While the Bundesliga is known for its competitive balance and strong fan culture, there’s still a significant financial gap between the league’s biggest and smallest clubs. Some teams can afford global superstars, while others operate with far leaner wage structures. We’ve taken a closer look at the 10 highest-paid players at each Bundesliga club and ranked them from lowest to highest salary.

Full list of the bizarre rules of KSI's new Baller League from keepers not being able to handle the ball to reverting back to the old-school style of penalties

The Baller League is a new weekly indoor football tournament coming to the UK for the first time - with former legends such as Ian Wright and John Terry managing the teams.

Football World Cup: All Whites doing it for family and future generations

Hours after securing a Football World Cup berth the All Whites' thoughts turned to family and the future of the game.

Premier League announce new DOUBLE transfer window - but it won't close before the season starts

The Premier League have revealed there will be two separate transfer windows this summer.

Alessia Russo inspires heroic Arsenal comeback against Real Madrid in Women's Champions League quarter-finals - with Mikel Arteta's side looking to repeat the trick next month

TARA ANSON-WALSH AT THE EMIRATES STADIUM: Russo, who has had such a wonderful season since Renee Slegers took charge last October, pulled her team back into the competition.

Which are the worst teams ever to participate in a FIFA World Cup?

Black Caps: Latham out of Pakistan series, Bracewell to take over captaincy

Black Caps one-day skipper and wicket-keeper Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand.

Frank Warren names shock alternative opponent to Oleksandr Usyk for Daniel Dubois - as the Brit eyes return to the ring after beating Anthony Joshua

Dubois is expected to return to the ring this summer after defending his title by stopping Anthony Joshua inside five rounds at Wembley Stadium last September.

Premier League star shows how impressive the skills of a professional footballer really are as he is seen playing five-a-side with amateurs

An intricate array of neat touches, nutmegs and first-time finishes were on display as he stood head and shoulders above his counterparts during a game of five-a-side that was posted to TikTok.

Only seven games left and in danger of relegation... but new manager Neil Lennon insists he could be at Dunfermline for the long haul

Neil Lennon has revealed he could consider a longer-term commitment to Dunfermline regardless of the outcome of his initial spell in charge.

Coaches react to Argentina thrashing Brazil to qualify for World Cup

Head coaches Dorival Junior and Lionel Scaloni react to Argentina thrashing Brazil 4-1 to become the first South American team to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Former Tottenham hero announces decision to retire at the end of the season after admitting it's 'harder and harder' to meet the physical demands of the game

An ex-Tottenham defender has announced he will retire at the end of the season. The 37-year-old currently plays for Belgian Pro League side Anderlecht.

NZ rugby drops INEOS branding from uniforms

New Zealand Rugby is finally getting rid of the INEOS branding from its team uniforms more than a month after suing the company.

Cricket recap: Black Caps overcome Pakistan in 10 overs

Relive all the action of the Black Caps victory from Sky Stadium, Wellington.

Liam Lawson being made a scapegoat, F1 expert says

Bob McMurray believes Red Bull are just as much to blame for the Kiwi driver's disappointing start to the Formula 1 championship.

Sotheby's auctions MJ and Kobe's first game-worn NBA jerseys

Sotheby's auctions Michael Jordan's and Kobe Bryant's first game-worn NBA jerseys

Great footballers who never played for any team in their home country

The Biggest Boxing Matches Of All Time

Fans watching the Holyfield-Bowe rematch thought they'd seen everything, but what happened in the seventh round came out of nowhere.

World Athletics to introduce genetic tests for women

Lord Seb Coe announces that female athletes will have to undergo a one-time genetic test to compete in women's events

The 15 Worst Formula 1 Drivers of the Modern Era – Ranked

Not every Formula 1 driver lives up to the hype that comes with reaching the pinnacle of motorsport. While some exceed expectations, others fall well short — sometimes spectacularly so. Getting to F1 is an achievement in itself, but staying there and performing at a competitive level is another challenge entirely. We’ve taken a look back at the drivers who struggled the most and ranked the 15 worst performers of the modern era — from underwhelming rookies to seasoned veterans who just couldn’t cut it.

Jeremie Frimpong and four potential Trent Alexander-Arnold replacements for Liverpool

Jeremie Frimpong and four potential Trent Alexander-Arnold replacements for Liverpool - Alexander-Arnold is close to agreeing a deal with Real Madrid and is set to leave Liverpool after 20 years at his boyhood club

Fans divided as 'shocking' bunker review rules out Penrith try - as Rabbitohs condemn Panthers to their third loss on the hop

In one of the worst defeats of their five-year run, the Panthers fell behind 28-0 at half-time on Thursday night at Accor Stadium before eventually being beaten 28-18.

Wellington pair set to debut in Black Caps

Wellington pair Nick Kelly and Muhammad Abbas have been named in the Black Caps squad for the ODI series against Pakistan this month.

Tana Umaga admits 'sharks are circling' around breakout Moana Pasifika star

Kyren Taumoefolau is garnering plenty of attention due to his blistering Super Rugby form.

Incredible prize money revealed for revamped Club World Cup, with Chelsea and Man City in line for massive payday

The overall prize pot, shared between all 32 teams based on different factors, has hit €1billion for the tournament starting in the United States in June.

Fans all saying the same thing about Baller League after opening night of action as it makes its debut in the UK

Footballs fans hailed the opening night of action in the Baller League on Monday evening. The Baller League is a new weekly indoor football tournament coming to the UK for the first time.