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Linsey Smith delighted to contribute as England open with thumping win

The spinner took the new ball and picked up three for seven to prevent South Africa building any early momentum.

The Independent UK

Pro-Palestine protesters demand Italy cancel upcoming World Cup qualifying match against Israel

The demonstration outside their training centre was part of a wider national strike

The Independent UK

England make emphatic opening statement at World Cup

Left-arm spinner Linsey Smith has taken 3-7 in four overs as ruthless England routed South Africa by 10 wickets in their Women's Cricket World Cup opener.

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Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban Divorce: How a Tense FIFA Match Exposed Cracks in Their 'Perfect' Marriage

Nicole Kidman has filed for divorce from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage; court documents filed on 30 September 2025 and Getty images from a 20 June 2025 FIFA Club World Cup match have prompted expert analysis and fresh scrutiny of the couple's private negotiations and parenting plan.

International Business Times UK

No Beyoncé or K-pop so Argentina v South Africa will have to boost RFU’s bank balance

The governing body’s grand plans for Twickenham events are mired in red tape – just as well the Rugby Championship finale can offer respite

The Guardian - UK

England make World Cup statement by dismantling South Africa in opener

Linsey Smith set the tone to back up the faith placed in the spinner as England won by 10 wickets after skittling South Africa for 69

The Independent UK

England hammer South Africa in flying start to World Cup

Linsey Smith took three for seven as the Proteas were dismissed for 69, with Tammy Baeumont and Amy Jones knocking off the target.

The Independent UK

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England off to Cricket World Cup flyer with 10-wicket demolition of South Africa

England romped home with a 10-wicket win in their World Cup opener on Friday, after bowling opponents South Africa out for 69

The Guardian - UK

Adidas unveils its new World Cup 2026 ball powered by AI

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The Independent UK

Adidas's new World Cup ball is out - and everyone's saying the same thing

The new Trionda is the official ball for the 2026 World Cup, and its toyetic qualities have not exactly gone down great

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Namibia vs Zimbabwe LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier

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The Independent UK

Nigeria vs Uganda LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier

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The Independent UK

Myles Lewis-Skelly receives stern warning from Tuchel Tuchel over Arsenal role

Tuchel warned that Lewis-Skelly’s ‘outstanding attitude and behaviour’ will not be enough and said his lack of playing time at Arsenal could become a ‘problem’ ahead of the World Cup

The Independent UK

New World Cup ball will help refereeing decisions, claims Adidas

The Adidas Trionda will be the official matchball for the 2026 World Cup and a chip will sit inside it to aid offside and handball decisions

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‘Trionda’—adidas Unveil 2026 World Cup Ball With Revolutionary In-Built AI

The ball is ready to take soccer into the future and aid officials with key decisions.

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel denies rift with Jude Bellingham as he explains Foden and Grealish omissions from England squad

Tuchel’s side play Wales in a friendly at Wembley before travelling to Latvia to continue their World Cup qualifying campaign

The Guardian - US

For Mauricio Pochettino, there is a power in ignorance for USMNT players

In an unexpected soliloquy, the US men’s national team manager made clear there’s a method behind his selections, even if players may never know it

The Guardian - UK

England thrash South Africa by 10 wickets: Women’s Cricket World Cup – as it happened

Linsey Smith’s new-ball burst set the tone as England skittled South Africa for just 69 to win their World Cup opener in style

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The Independent UK

Tanzania vs Kenya LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier

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The Independent UK

Botswana vs Malawi LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier

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The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Ryder Cup, World Cup winners and Harry Kane

Have you been following the big – and small – stories in football, golf, rugby union, cricket and rugby league?

The Guardian - UK

Sporting sisterhood struggles to overcome nationalistic diktats as India face Pakistan

If the two captains fail to shake hands at the Women’s Cricket World Cup it will deliver another blow to ping-pong diplomacy

The Independent UK

Why Argentina and South Africa are playing Rugby Championship decider in London

While strictly speaking an Argentina ‘home’ game, the Springboks will expect strong backing as they attempt to retain their title

The Independent UK

England squad announcement live: Tuchel denies rift with Bellingham or Foden after leaving duo out

Tuchel promised a ‘brave’ selection and has stuck to his word ahead of facing Wales in a friendly and a World Cup qualifier in Latvia

AAP

Forgotten Socceroo back in the fold for friendlies

Tony Popovic has made eight changes to the Socceroos' squad to face Canada and the United States, including giving a young gun a recall after almost two years.

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