Hansen says Mo’unga need not play in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Steve Hansen says Richie Mo’unga can benefit from rejoining New Zealand’s group even if Ruben Love keeps the fly-half role for now.
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Armas, Simon win Husab Marathon in 2:42:12 and 2:18:34
Alina Armas claimed her fourth women’s title while Matias Simon set a course record in the men’s race at Namibia’s Husab Marathon.
Miller and Louw win opening ITT titles at 2026 Tour de Windhoek
Alex Miller and Lize-Ann Louw won the opening individual time trials at the 2026 Pupkewitz Megabuild Tour de Windhoek in Namibia.
Namibia secure Davis Cup World Group II promotion in Burundi
Namibia won four of five matches in Burundi to finish among three promoted teams and return to Davis Cup World Group II for a third straight year.
Cameroun claim maiden WAFCON title after 3-0 win over Malawi
Cameroun defeated Malawi 3-0 in the WAFCON final to win the women's continental title for the first time after three previous failed attempts.
Kronfeld says New Zealand tour of South Africa is building buzz
Josh Kronfeld says New Zealand’s tour of South Africa is generating strong interest in both countries as attention grows around the visit.
Mutapa to name Zambia U20 squad for 2026 COSAFA qualifiers
Perry Mutapa is expected to name Zambia’s U20 squad this week for the 2026 COSAFA qualifiers in Mauritius.
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Filip Hrgovic vows to stop Moses Itauma in vacant IBF title bout
Filip Hrgovic says he will halt Moses Itauma's rise in their vacant IBF heavyweight title fight before seeking a rematch with Daniel Dubois.
Jack Catterall revives ostarine issue in attack on Ryan Garcia
Jack Catterall hit back at Ryan Garcia by revisiting the ostarine case and questioning how Garcia secured his WBC welterweight title shot.
Callum Simpson targets Hamzah Sheeraz for 2027 WBO stadium fight
Callum Simpson has identified Hamzah Sheeraz as his preferred 2027 opponent, with Barnsley’s Oakwell Stadium proposed for an all-British bout.
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Makhachev says McGregor open to boxing talks with Turki Alalshikh
Islam Makhachev says Conor McGregor was receptive to discussing a boxing bout during a call involving Turki Alalshikh and Dana White.
Yuriorkis Gamboa to make bare-knuckle debut at BKB 58 in Miami
Olympic champion Yuriorkis Gamboa will face Yesner Talavera in his first bare-knuckle bout at BKB 58 in Miami on August 29.
UFC 330: Mackenzie Dern says Weili Zhang fight is not needed
Mackenzie Dern retained the UFC strawweight title at UFC 330 and says she does not need to beat Weili Zhang to prove she is champion.
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All Blacks criticised over ‘saviours’ claim before rivalry Tests
The All Blacks have been criticised for presenting New Zealand’s rugby style as the answer ahead of Saturday’s first Test against South Africa.
Erasmus to name Springbok team two days before All Blacks Test
Rassie Erasmus will name the Springboks’ matchday squad at 14:00 on Thursday, 20 August, before the All Blacks Test at Ellis Park.
All Blacks lose Ollie Norris as injury list grows before Springboks Test
Ollie Norris will miss six weeks with a knee injury as New Zealand call up Noah Hotham before Saturday’s Test against South Africa.
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Georgia Hunter Bell wins European 1500m title in 4:07.78
Georgia Hunter Bell secured European 1500m gold in Birmingham, winning in 4:07.78 after controlling a cautious final and pulling clear late.
Ruppert wins European Championships steeplechase gold in 8:25.33
Frederik Ruppert added European 3000m steeplechase gold to his continental record after beating Ruben Querinjean and Karl Bebendorf.
Buckner calls Birmingham 2026 European Championships an epic success
UK Athletics chief Jack Buckner says Birmingham 2026 has lifted British athletics through strong viewing figures, ticket sales and emerging stars.