England lose Zak Crawley for a duck at start of 299-run chase New Zealand were bowled out for 284 on the morning of the final day of the second Test at Trent Bridge. The Independent UK · Jun 14, 2022
England’s Ben Foakes predicting ‘one hell of a day’ as second Test nears conclusion All three results are still possible heading into day five at Trent Bridge The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2022
New Zealand steady ship after James Anderson reaches another wicket landmark The Black Caps lead by 128 with eight second-innings wickets remaining. The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2022
James Anderson claims 650th Test wicket for England Anderson bowled New Zealand opener Tom Latham after England were dismissed for 539 The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2022
Ollie Pope heading towards a ton as England move along nicely in Nottingham The hosts were still 358 runs behind New Zealand at lunch The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2022
Alex Lees and Ollie Pope steady England after New Zealand build handsome lead The pair saw England to the close on 90 for one in reply to the tourists’ 553 The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2022
England approach praised by bowling coach despite difficult opening day Jon Lewis believes England could have bowled New Zealand out for 250 on day one at Trent Bridge, but the Black Caps reached stumps 318 for four The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2022
Ben Stokes and James Anderson halt New Zealand progress at Trent Bridge England elected to bowl after winning the toss. The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2022
Alex Lees hopeful ‘Yorkshire stubbornness’ helps cement England Test place The left-hander has a top score of 31 from eight innings for England The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2022
Ukraine loses World Cup playoff against Wales 1-0 in Cardiff, ending dream of qualifying for finals in Qatar While Wales celebrates a first qualification for the World Cup in 64 years, Ukraine's players and fans are left to lament after an own goal ends their hopes. ABC News · Jun 5, 2022
Ukraine flag from battleground to hang in dressing room for World Cup play-off Ukraine take on Wales in Cardiff on Sunday for a place at the Qatar 2022 World Cup The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2022
Bowen set for debut, Kane targets 50th goal – Hungary v England talking points The presence of fans at the Puskas Arena has also been up for discussion ahead of the fixture. The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2022
Football transfer rumours: Arsenal identify Gabriel Jesus as primary target The Gunners are expected to face some stiff competition for his signature in the form of Juventus. The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2022
Lionel Messi cherishes ‘beautiful’ night for Argentina at Wembley In what could be his final appearance in England, Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to more silverware. The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2022
The Independent UK · May 30, 2022 The sporting weekend in pictures There was joy in Madrid, but a double dose of misery in Huddersfield.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2022 Bevan French fulfils late mother’s wish by helping Wigan to Challenge Cup glory French returned to Australia last year to care for his mother during her illness.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2022 5 key players who helped Nottingham Forest secure a return to the Premier League Forest have finally returned to the top flight.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2022 Thomas Leuluai ‘lived like a nun for three weeks’ to be fit for Challenge Cup The veteran half-back or hooker played a key role in Wigan’s gripping 16-14 victory.
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2022 Marshall grabs Challenge Cup glory for Wigan to break Huddersfield hearts Liam Marshall’s late try denied the Giants a memorable triumph and secured a 20th Challenge Cup for Wigan
The Independent UK · May 20, 2022 Craig Overton claims 400th first-class wicket in Somerset-Hampshire clash The England seamer’s three-wicket burst left the contest delicately balanced at the halfway stage.
The Independent UK · May 18, 2022 Billy Sharp assault: Man arrested after pitch attack on Sheffield United captain The Blades captain was headbutted by a fan on the pitch after full-time and was left needing stitches
The Independent UK · May 12, 2022 Reece and Lauren James look to make FA Cup history with Chelsea this weekend The duo could become the first brother and sister to win the men’s and women’s FA Cup titles
The Independent UK · May 11, 2022 Chelsea’s Mateo Kovacic set to miss FA Cup final after Dan James challenge Kovacic was forced off in the 30th minute with an ankle injury.
The Independent UK · May 11, 2022 Ollie Watkins: West Ham ‘identify Aston Villa striker as primary summer target’ Watkins has impressed for Aston Villa this season, scoring 11 goals for club and country.
The Independent UK · May 8, 2022 Mikel Arteta turns attention to ‘defining’ Tottenham game after Arsenal see off Leeds Eddie Nketiah’s brace saw off relegation-battling Leeds