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Andy Simpson, the unluckiest England rugby player in history, finally gets his Test cap

Longsuffering hooker, who warmed bench for 21 Tests and lost part of a thumb, is getting RFU recognition at lastInitially, Andy Simpson thought it was a Saturday morning wind-up. Someone from the Rugby Football Union museum was phoning to tell him that, at the age of 71, he was finally a capped England player. Given he had retired without featuring in an officially recognised Test – “the first thing you think is: ‘Who’s taking the mickey here?’” – his scepticism was understandable.But no, it was...

Will revival of Crystal Palace’s ‘hallowed turf’ create more athletics history?

Redevelopment of the National Sports Centre would be a boost to locals and those who have fought for its return“There were trees growing out of the main stand and on the indoor track and no one was doing anything about it,” says Jim Powell of the groundswell of despair at a crumbling Crystal Palace barely a couple of years after the Olympics were hosted to acclaim across the other side of London.A month before Sir Mo Farah secured his second gold of London 2012 on Super Saturday, he had swept to...

Champions League reaction: post your questions for Sid Lowe

Sid Lowe is our Spanish football correspondent, based in Madrid, and has been covering a very busy beat for years. He answers your questionsSid Lowe is the Guardian’s Spanish football correspondent, based in Madrid, and has been covering an increasingly busy beat for years. And after a busy week of action in the Champions League, La Liga and beyond, post your questions below the line; he’ll answer as many as he can from 12pm BST.In the meantime, here’s his report from Madrid, where Atlético knoc...

IPL: MI rope in Punjab all-rounder Krish Bhagat to replace Atharva Ankolekar

IPL MI rope in Punjab allrounder Krish Bhagat to replace Atharva Ankolekar

Hyderabad Kingsmen extend winning streak with five-wicket win over RawalPindiz

SportsHyderabad Kingsmen extend winning streak with five-wicket win over RawalPindizBy Web Desk-Apr 16, 2026KARACHI: Hyderabad Kingsmen continued their impressive run in Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, defeating RawalPindiz by five wickets at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday. Chasing a modest target of 122, Kingsmen crossed the line comfortably in 16.3 overs despite losing five wickets. Skipper Marnus Labuschagne, Kusal Perera, and Irfan Khan Niazi played key roles in steering the ch...

Wisden Cricketers' Almanack: The bible of the sport and a collectible that charts societal change

This is an updated version of an article published last year to reflect the fact that the 2026 edition of Wisden is being released on April 16.Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, the world’s longest-running sports book, has been published every year since 1864; through war, disease, societal upheaval and several enforced cancellations of cricket itself.Advertisement

Weekly sports quiz: How much money does the Masters winner get?

Weekly sports quiz: How much money does the Masters winner get?ByJoe RindlBBC Sport journalistPublished16 minutes agoCommentsSo much has happened over the past seven days, including the Masters, the Grand National and hair-raising Premier League red cards.About 6% of quizzers got full marks in last week's edition. Will you make the grade this week?After more quizzes? Go to our dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages and sign up for notifications to get the latest quizzes sent st...

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Liverpool won’t sack Arne Slot for losing to Everton - but it could be start of the end

Liverpool won’t sack Arne Slot for losing to Everton - but it could be start of the endA previous Liverpool manager was sacked after a disappointing result at Everton and Arne Slot knows he needs a fighting performance and a win at Hill Dickinson StadiumCommentsSportopinionAndy Dunn Chief Sports Writer07:37, 16 Apr 2026Updated 07:37, 16 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesArne Slot is under pressure after suffering 17 defeats as Liverpool manager this season(Image: Alex Livesey - Danehouse, Getty Images)It was...

Play-off pending? How a draw at the Etihad could set up thrilling finale

Play-off pending? How a draw at the Etihad could set up thrilling finaleImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Mikel Arteta's Arsenal sit top of the Premier League but Pep Guardiola's Manchester City are lurking six points behindByShamoon HafezManchester City reporterPublished5 minutes agoCommentsIt's squeaky bum time in the Premier League title race.The phrase coined by legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson to describe the tension of the run-in could not be more...

Kohli still “not 100%” despite staring in LSG win

Dubai: Virat Kohli came a run short of hitting a half-century as he helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) beat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five wickets on Wednesday night.Despite dealing with a knee issue that he picked up in RCB’s previous game against Mumbai Indians, Kohli still imposed himself, delivering a commanding, high-intensity innings to reclaim the Orange Cap.The 37-year-old produced a strong 49 off 34 balls, but it was his post-match comments that may have resonated even more wi...

Iran participating in World Cup, FIFA president confirms

WASHINGTON: FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will “for sure” participate in the 2026 World Cup despite the Middle East war. “Iran is coming for sure. We hope that by then the situation will be a peaceful situation, that would definitely help,” Infantino told an economic conference organized by broadcaster CNBC. “But Iran has to come, they represent their people, they have qualified, the players want to play,” he said of the team’s...

Iran participating in World Cup, FIFA president confirms

SportsIran participating in World Cup, FIFA president confirmsBy AFP -Apr 16, 2026WASHINGTON: FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will “for sure” participate in the 2026 World Cup despite the Middle East war. “Iran is coming for sure. We hope that by then the situation will be a peaceful situation, that would definitely help,” Infantino told an economic conference organized by broadcaster CNBC. “But Iran has to come, they represent their people, they have qualified, the play...

How the Timberwolves’ “Kids Table” took over: From empty arenas to $500 million stars

MINNEAPOLIS — In an empty arena during the long, cold, COVID-strangled 2020-21 NBA season, the Minnesota Timberwolves hurtled toward rock bottom.They were coming off a 19-win season and expected to take a big step forward. Less than a month into the season, things already looked bleak. Karl-Anthony Towns was out with COVID. D’Angelo Russell wasn’t becoming the star they initially envisioned. They were getting nothing from Jarrett Culver, the No. 6 pick in the 2019 draft.Advertisement

Private Credit's Biggest User Is in an Even Worse Place

As private credit managers mount a spirited defense of their industry to discourage investors from fleeing, they’ve found at least one persuasive argument for why much of the cash they lent to software firms at the start of the decade shouldn’t be at risk. If the leveraged buyouts they financed do get into difficulties because of competition from artificial intelligence, the private equity owners are first in line to lose money.

Sixtygeesbaby takes on Ripon feature

We have a busy day’s racing on Thursday with action from Hereford and Ripon, live on Sky Sports Racing...3.45 Ripon - Sixtygeesbaby and American Style contest featureThe top-rated Sixtygeesbaby and American Style contest a competitive Armstrong Memorial Handicap on the opening day of Ripon's 2026 season.

‘I was 48 hours from joining Man Utd – but one phone call changed everything’

‘I was 48 hours from joining Man Utd – but one phone call changed everything’Manchester United have made some notable signings over the years but some big ones have got away from them as wellCommentsSportTom Victor Senior Sports Journalist07:00, 16 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesRonaldinho thrived at Barcelona(Image: JOSE JORDAN, AFP via Getty Images)The new Ronaldinho documentary promises to shine new light on the Brazilian's career while also bringing his brilliance to younger audiences who weren&#...

Curry leads Warriors to comeback win over Clippers

Stephen Curry scored 27 of his 35 points in the second half, Al Horford hit four 3-pointers during Golden State's electrifying fourth-quarter comeback, and the Warriors advanced in the NBA's play-in tournament with a 126-121 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night.

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'Saari nazar utaar denge': PSL CEO wards off 'evil eye' for Babar Azam - Watch

The clip surfaced after Zalmi’s match in the ongoing 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League and showed a light exchange during a public interaction. "Aaj saari nazar utaar denge," a person is heard saying in the video.