Robinson and Tongue put England in command after Pakistan's 171
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue claimed five wickets each as Pakistan were dismissed for 171, before England reached 112-2 at Headingley.
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Maduka Okoye commits to Udinese amid Juventus and Inter links
Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has reaffirmed his commitment to Udinese despite transfer links with Juventus and Inter Milan.
WBC Preview: Camila Zamorano Faces Perla Pérez for Atomweight Crown
Camila Zamorano puts her WBC atomweight title on the line against pressure fighter Perla Pérez in a meeting of contrasting Mexican styles.
Angie Colmenarez, stopped in all 19 bouts, gets 20-day suspension
Angie Colmenarez is 0-19 after 19 stoppage defeats, but Venezuela’s boxing commission has listed her suspension as lasting only 20 days.
TUF 34’s Delphine Benouaich booked for UFC Paris on Sept 5
Delphine Benouaich will make her UFC debut against Sofia Montenegro at UFC Paris on September 5, 2026, after her run on TUF 34.
Billy Joe Saunders targets Chris Eubank Jr for comeback fight
Billy Joe Saunders says Chris Eubank Jr is the only opponent who could tempt him back into the ring after his 2021 loss to Canelo Alvarez.
D’Tigers name final roster for FIBA World Cup African qualifiers
Nigeria’s D’Tigers have confirmed their final squad for the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers in Tunisia.
Zuffa books Johnny Fisher-Michael Pirotton fight for September 26
Johnny Fisher will make his Zuffa Boxing debut against Belgium’s Michael Pirotton in a scheduled 10-round heavyweight fight on September 26.
Ghana’s Owusu vows to fight for Erzurumspor after two-year move
Ghana midfielder Elisha Owusu has joined newly promoted Erzurumspor FK on a two-year deal and says he is ready to work for the Turkish club.
Golden Shoe winner Harry Kane targets Ballon d’Or after best season
Harry Kane has collected his second European Golden Shoe and believes his record-breaking season gives him a strong Ballon d’Or case.
Embrose Papier wins two top honours at Bulls annual awards night
Springbok scrumhalf Embrose Papier was named both Bulls’ Players’ Player of the Year and Senior MVP/Player of the Year after the 2025-26 season.
Dana White signs both fighters after two DWCS hospital trips
Dana White agreed to sign both fighters after their DWCS bout ended with the two competitors being sent to hospital.
Obiri, Kipruto to defend New York Marathon titles in 2026
Kenya’s Benson Kipruto and Hellen Obiri will return to New York on November 1, 2026, seeking to retain titles against strong fields.
Frank Smith rejects claim Fury-Joshua fight is set for New York
Matchroom chief Frank Smith says Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua remain contracted to fight in the UK, with no New York venue change agreed.
Emmanuel Petit backs Arsenal, Chelsea and Man City for EPL top three
Former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit predicts Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City to occupy the Premier League’s top three places.
Ghana-Anhui donates 2,120 sports items for Constituency Games
The Ghana-Anhui Chamber has given 2,120 sports items to Ghana’s NSA partnership committee to support the nationwide Constituency Games.
No Te Dejes brings Mexican boxing culture to Dallas exhibition
David Hanes-González’s No Te Dejes exhibition opens in Dallas on August 29, exploring Mexican boxing through faith, sacrifice and cultural identity.
NFF sacks Super Falcons crew after Women’s Africa Cup of Nations exit
Nigeria’s NFF has ordered Justine Madugu and the entire Super Falcons technical crew to step down after a quarter-final WAFCON exit and World Cup setback.
WBA mourns Hayden Panettiere and sends condolences to Klitschko
The World Boxing Association has mourned actress Hayden Panettiere, offering support to former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko and their daughter Kaya.
Canelo targets WBC super-middleweight title against Mbilli in 2026
Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez is preparing to challenge Christian Mbilli for the WBC super-middleweight title on October 31, 2026, in Riyadh.
Dede Ayew calls for grassroots investment to develop Ghana talent
Former Black Stars captain Dede Ayew has urged wider investment in grassroots sport, saying young Ghanaian talent needs access and proper pathways.
Former WBC champion Raven Chapman returns home after emergency
Former WBC featherweight champion Raven Chapman is back in the UK and has posted her first message since suffering a serious brain injury.
Tinkler turns to Kotoko veterans after 1-0 Heart of Lions win
Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler wants his experienced players to lead the club’s young talents after a 1-0 pre-season win over Heart of Lions.
Tinkler says ‘rotten element’ gone after Kotoko beat Lions 1-0
Eric Tinkler says Asante Kotoko have removed a disruptive group after a 1-0 friendly win over Heart of Lions during their pre-season rebuild.
Ghana taekwondo chief unveils biggest-ever kids development plan
GTF president Frederick Lartey Otu has announced plans for Ghana’s largest kids taekwondo project as part of a nationwide grassroots drive.
Faith Kipyegon gives worrying injury update as season winds down
Faith Kipyegon says her hamstring injury needs more recovery time, putting her Diamond League season and major September events in doubt.
22–22
Deon Slabbert return boosts Sharks before Lions Currie Cup tie
Deon Slabbert is back as the Sharks prepare to face the Lions in round six of the 2026 Currie Cup on 21 August.
Missing English athletics coach Leon Baptiste jailed in Morocco
English athletics coach and former Commonwealth champion Leon Baptiste is serving an eight-month Moroccan sentence after a minor sexual assault conviction.
Correctional Queens beat Mposa Academy 3-0 in Zimbabwe Women’s League
Correctional Queens moved to fourth in the Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League after defeating Mposa Academy 3-0 at Bulawayo Chiefs Village.
AmaZulu captain confident ahead of competitive PSL 2026 season
AmaZulu sit third in the 2026 PSL with seven points from three matches, as their captain expects a competitive season ahead.
Bongani Zungu set for shock India move after AmaZulu departure
Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Bongani Zungu has agreed to join India’s Malappuram FC after leaving AmaZulu.
Ghana defender David Oduro set to leave Barcelona after two years
Ghana left-back David Oduro is nearing an exit from Barcelona after two seasons with Barça Atlètic, with Aston Villa leading the interest.
Joshua-Fury mega-fight may move to New York in US, Hearn says
Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury’s heavyweight fight could be staged at Madison Square Garden after pressure to move the event from Britain.
Akintoye reflects on successful WAFCON 2026 assignment in Morocco
Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye has expressed gratitude after officiating the Algeria-Malawi semi-final at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco.
Durban City turn to new signings to fix PSL 2026 scoring woes
Durban City are relying on new signings to improve their attack after taking two points from three matches in the 2026 PSL season.
Leon Baptiste serving 10-month Morocco prison sentence after conviction
Leon Baptiste, the former Commonwealth 200m champion, was reported missing but is serving a 10-month sentence in Morocco after his conviction for sexually assaulting a minor.
Lampard sought Mourinho’s advice as Coventry plan Premier League return
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard contacted José Mourinho for guidance on a potential signing as he builds a squad for the Premier League.
Goldbridge backs Manchester City for EPL title in surprise forecast
Mark Goldbridge has selected Manchester City to win the Premier League, with Arsenal second and Manchester United completing his predicted top five.
Okoye pledges full commitment to Udinese ahead of new Serie A season
Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has dismissed transfer speculation and committed himself fully to Udinese before the 2026-27 Serie A campaign.
1–0
Bernardo Silva appears to throw shade at Rodri after Madrid move
Bernardo Silva appears to have criticised Rodri after the Madrid move, putting their relationship at the centre of the latest football story.