Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell tons help New Zealand beat England in first ODI This was the first ODI between the teams since the dramatic 2019 World Cup final. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
England vs New Zealand: Devon Conway and Daryll Mitchell hit tons as tourists win first ODI by eight wickets This was England’s first 50-over meeting with New Zealand since the World Cup final four years ago but if Jos Buttler’s men do go on to repeat that success in India in the coming months, it will not be remembered as the springboard. Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Andrew Flintoff joins up with England squad for New Zealand ODI series The former all-rounder has kept a low profile since being injured while filming for Top Gear last December. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
England XI vs Ukraine: Henderson in - Starting lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest today Jordan Henderson and James Maddison have been named in England’s starting line-up to face Ukraine today. Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Ukraine spread message for hope in home from home against England Nations continue to grow strong bond after Russia’s invasion in a Euro 2024 qualifier on Saturday evening hosted by Poland The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
Can England back up World Cup fighting talk or is it wishful thinking? Steve Borthwick’s side have stumbled into the tournament but go into Saturday’s opener against Argentina in defiant mood The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
World Rugby rankings: Which team is top ahead of World Cup? Where do the 20 competing nations sit ahead of the tournament? The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Rugby World Cup pundits, commentators and presenters for ITV The broadcaster has the television rights in the United Kingdom for every game from the tournament in France The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Mike Tindall praises late Queen as ‘wonderful woman’ at start of Rugby World Cup The former England rugby star is married to Elizabeth II’s granddaughter, Zara. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Tammy Beaumont says England keen to ‘get back to winning ways quickly’ Having not featured in the T20s against Sri Lanka, opener Beaumont makes her return to the ODI squad. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Stokes, Buttler help England post 291-6 against New Zealand in first match of ODI series Ben Stokes has marked his return to one-day internationals with a half-century The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
Saudi Arabia has gone so soccer crazy that it spent $875 million to buy top players—more than any European country except England The country is keen to establish itself as a soccer hub. Fortune · Sep 8, 2023
Ben Stokes hits half-century on return to England ODI side Stokes is back in tow as a specialist batter after reversing his 50-over retirement last month ahead of England’s defence of their World Cup crown. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Gareth Southgate pushes England to centre stage but spotlight still shines The manager who inspired a hit play finds that sticking to football is a tough task even with a big game looming The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 Scotland, England and balmy nights guzzling sauerkraut at the team hotel In today’s Football Daily: More Euro 2024 qualifiers, James Maddison’s roast dinner skills and Emma Hayes on WhatsApp
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023 Time for Steve Borthwick’s side to deliver – England v Argentina talking points England have lost five of their last six Tests.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2023 Underdogs Australia enter Rugby World Cup with Eddie Jones under scrutiny Despite losing all five of their warm-up games, the draw has been kind for the Wallabies, but they will watch out for Fiji
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby fans in France told they face fines if they are drunk or too noisy England and Scotland supporters heading to Marseille to watch the start of the Rugby World Cup could face large fines for drunkenness or noise pollution.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 Borthwick to keep job even if England fail in Rugby World Cup pool stages The RFU has supported the coach as they look to a ‘long-term rebuilding programme’ with Borthwick contracted until the 2027 World Cup
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 Warren Gatland ‘nervous’ as Wales get ready for Fiji Rugby World Cup opener Warren Gatland praised Fiji, saying: ‘The advent of Super Rugby has been huge boost,’ with Wales’s Josh Adams ready for the heat in Bordeaux
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup: Steve Borthwick faces huge challenge as England’s finest thrive elsewhere The likes of Shaun Edwards, Andy Farrell and Mike Catt will all be serving England’s rivals in France in a sober reminder of the RFU’s disarray
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 Alex Mitchell is a vibrant, running No 9 who can make England more adventurous Steve Borthwick’s selection of scrum-half is fascinating – and a recognition that England need to move the dial on their game
The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2023 Controversial football bus rules scrapped as fan backlash sparks major rethink It was proposed that guidelines be brought into line with England and Wales.
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023 Seven of the best walks in the Yorkshire Dales: Routes to roam and places to stay, from Wensleydale to Hawes Here are some of the best tracks to tread in North Yorkshire, from Malhan Tarn to the famous Three Peaks
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Topsy Ojo column: England must beware major Argentina threats in Rugby World Cup opener Steve Borthwick’s side must kick well and keep their discipline against the likes of Mateo Carreras and Emiliano Boffelli