England pace bowler Gus Atkinson has been ruled out of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney after sustaining a left hamstring injury during the fourth Test in Melbourne. The 27-year-old becomes the third England bowler to miss the series due to injury, alongside Mark Wood and Jofra Archer. Injury Details and Impact on England Atkinson

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Warning: This article contains distressing themes related to conflict and loss. Sudan forward John Mano speaks calmly, but his eyes reveal the weight of a story shaped by war, fear and grief. The 24‑year‑old footballer, currently representing Sudan at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in Morocco, is one of many players whose careers

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has urged caution amid speculation over the club’s Premier League title chances, despite overseeing historic form that has seen Villa equal a club record with 11 consecutive wins in all competitions. The 54-year-old Spaniard’s side currently sits third in the Premier League, three points behind leaders Arsenal, and will face

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England batsman Jacob Bethell has acknowledged he has “a lot more to do” to secure his place as the team’s number three following a crucial performance in the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne. The 22-year-old made an important 40 runs in the second innings, helping England end an 18-match winless streak in Australia with a

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino Defends World Cup Ticket Prices Amid CriticismFIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the pricing of tickets for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, amid widespread criticism from fans and football organizations. The ticket pricing structure has been described as “scandalous”

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West Ham United have confirmed they will support manager Nuno Espírito Santo in the upcoming January transfer window, as the club battles to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Appointed on 25 September as Graham Potter’s successor, Nuno faces mounting pressure with the Hammers currently sitting third-bottom, five points behind Nottingham Forest and seven behind

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Premier League leaders Arsenal are set to be “actively looking” at potential additions in the upcoming January transfer window, according to manager Mikel Arteta. The Gunners have already invested heavily this season, spending around £250 million in the summer transfer window to strengthen their squad across multiple positions. Despite these reinforcements, injuries continue to disrupt

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The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) pitch used in the recent two-day Boxing Day Ashes Test has been officially rated as “unsatisfactory” by the International Cricket Council (ICC). This rating marks a rare occurrence for Australia, with the venue receiving one demerit point as part of the ICC’s pitch-monitoring system. If a cricket ground accumulates six

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Lazio’s head coach, Maurizio Sarri, recently underwent a minor heart procedure, according to official club reports and Italian media. The 66-year-old football manager was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, a condition that affects the rhythm of the heart. Fortunately, sources confirm that the surgery was routine, and Sarri is expected to return to his regular coaching

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As the Premiership Rugby 2025-26 season reaches its midway point, standout performances, rising stars, and testing moments have captured the attention of fans. From Tommy Freeman’s brilliant hat-trick to Tomos Williams’ sublime skill, and Marcus Smith’s challenging evening with Harlequins, the league continues to deliver drama and excitement. Freeman Stars as Northampton Go Top Tommy

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