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Three key things for 'crux' Ireland v France Six Nations match
Ireland host France on Saturday in a Six Nations match that Irish interim head coach Simon Easterby says has "become a crux game" in where the championship might head.
New Zealand 'hopeful' over Henry injury for India final
New Zealand are "hopeful" pace bowler Matt Henry will recover from a shoulder injury in time for their Champions Trophy final against India on Sunday, coach Gary Stead said.
Doncic, James lead Lakers fightback as Knicks downed in thriller
Luka Doncic and LeBron James combined for 63 points as the Los Angeles Lakers produced a thrilling late fightback to seal a 113-109 overtime victory over the New York Knicks on Thursday.
Unbeaten India face record-setting N. Zealand for Champions Trophy glory
India play New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday in what could be a last hurrah for veteran stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
Kyrgios at a loss after latest injury setback
A devastated Nick Kyrgios said he doesn't know what else he can do to get his tennis career back on track after pain in his surgically reconstructed right wrist forced him out of Indian Wells.
India football great Chhetri comes out of retirement aged 40
Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri will return to the national team aged 40 in an unexpected reversal of his decision to hang up his boots last year.
Hurting Kyrgios out at Indian Wells, van de Zandschulp advances
Lucky loser Botic van de Zandschulp advanced to face five-time Indian Wells champion Novak Djokovic on Thursday as first-round foe Nick Kyrgios was forced out of his latest comeback event with a right wrist injury.
Miami struggle to 2-0 win over Jamaica's Cavalier
Inter Miami rested Lionel Messi again and had to grind out a 2-0 win over Jamaica's Cavalier in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup round-of-16 tie on Thursday.
Playmaker O'Connor to put sentiment aside when Crusaders meet Reds
Former Wallabies playmaker James O'Connor will put sentiment aside and do everything he can to "pull apart" his old club Queensland Reds when they meet the Canterbury Crusaders on Sunday.
Djokovic seeks Indian Wells resurgence with help from Murray
Novak Djokovic, with old rival Andy Murray in his coaching corner, is optimistic he can put together a deep run at the Indian Wells ATP Masters to kick start a so-far disappointing 2025 campaign.
Clark edges two clear at Arnold Palmer Invitational
Wyndham Clark conjured two birdies in his final three holes to open up a two-shot lead after the opening round of the PGA Tour's Arnold Palmer Invitational in Florida on Thursday.
Super cool: ATP sensation Fonseca learning to deal with demands of fame
Casual conversations with superstars and autograph-hungry fans are 18-year-old Brazilian Joao Fonseca's new normal, but he's determined to stay grounded as he strives for tennis greatness.
Brazilian teen Fonseca into Indian Wells second round
Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca rallied from a break down in the third set to beat Britain's Jacob Fearnley 6-2, 1-6, 6-3 on Thursday and reach the second round at Indian Wells.
Man Utd draw in Spain in Europa League last 16 as Spurs beaten
Manchester United drew 1-1 away to Real Sociedad in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie on Thursday, while Tottenham suffered a 1-0 loss away to Dutch side AZ Alkmaar.
Dingwall glad to be 'the glue' of England's back-line against Italy
Fraser Dingwall wants to be "the glue" of England's back division as they look to beat Italy in the Six Nations at Twickenham on Sunday after being recalled to Test duty for the first time in a year.
Chelsea edge Copenhagen in Conference League last 16 first leg
Chelsea took one step into the quarter-finals of the UEFA Conference League with a 2-1 win at Copenhagen on Thursday in their last 16 first leg tie, while Panathinaikos and Fiorentina played out a five-goal thriller.
Real Sociedad fight back to earn Man United draw in Europa League
Real Sociedad's Mikel Oyarzabal coolly netted a penalty to hold Manchester United to a 1-1 draw in a Europa League last 16 first leg clash on Thursday.
Saudi PIF to pay 'up to 12 months maternity leave' for tennis players
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is to finance a joint initiative with the WTA for paid maternity leave of "up to 12 months" for players on the women's tennis circuit, it was announced on Thursday.
New Zealand set for 'scrap' with India on slower pitch: Santner
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner on Thursday said a slower pitch in familiar territory for India in Dubai will make for a tight contest in the Champions Trophy final.
Graham returns for Scotland's Six Nations match against Wales
Scotland have recalled Darcy Graham in the only change to their starting side for Saturday's Six Nations clash at home to Wales.
England considering Test skipper Stokes for white-ball captaincy
England cricket supremo Rob Key said on Thursday "it would be stupid" to rule Test captain Ben Stokes out of consideration for the role of skipper of the struggling white-ball team.
Neymar back for Brazil after 16-month absence for World Cup qualifiers
Neymar was on Thursday recalled by coach Dorival Junior to the Brazil team after almost a year and a half out injured for upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina.
Wales unchanged for Scotland Six Nations clash
Wales' interim head coach Matt Sherratt has named an unchanged team for his side's Six Nations clash against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Liverpool must be ready to 'suffer' in PSG return leg, says Van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk believes Liverpool's Champions League suffering at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain is not yet over despite surviving an onslaught to win the first leg of their last 16 tie 1-0 in the French capital.
Doris delivers huge boost to Ireland for key France match
Irish captain Caelan Doris is fit and will face France handing a massive boost to Ireland ahead of their potential Six Nations title decider in Dublin on Saturday.
Ntamack, Alldritt start for France in Six Nations showdown against Ireland
France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Thursday Romain Ntamack and Gregory Alldritt will start in this weekend's potential Six Nations title decider against Ireland, which he called an "immense challenge" for his team.
Lyon owner backs Fonseca as coach despite nine-month ban
Lyon's American owner John Textor has given his full support to Paulo Fonseca despite the manager's nine-month ban for confronting a referee, assuring the Portuguese "you are the right man for Lyon".
Ntamack, Alldritt start for France in Ireland Six Nations showdown
Romain Ntamack and Gregory Alldritt will start for France in this weekend's potential Six Nations title decider at Ireland, head coach Fabien Galthie announced on Thursday.
Bayern's Neuer sidelined after costly celebration
Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer is set for a stint on the sidelines after tearing his calf muscle during a celebration in Wednesday's 3-0 Champions League win over Bayer Leverkusen.
New Zealand vow to 'find little ways' to beat India in final
New Zealand have vowed to "find little ways to win moments" against India after making Champions Trophy history to power into Sunday's final.
Osaka says Indian Wells loss 'worst match in my life'
Naomi Osaka's roller-coaster season continued with a first-round loss at Indian Wells on Wednesday that left the four-time Grand Slam winner apologizing on social media.
Australian tennis great Fred Stolle dies aged 86
Australian 19-time Grand Slam winner and legendary tennis commentator Fred Stolle has died aged 86, officials said Thursday, hailing his "excellence, dedication and a profound love for tennis".