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New Zealand make changes after Barrett brothers' injuries as Scotland drop Van der Merwe

New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has changed his second row and midfield for Saturday's Autumn Nations series rugby union international against Scotland at Murrayfield after injuries to brothers Scott and Jordie Barrett.

Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24: franchise

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24, the NFL franchise said on Thursday.

Pegula dispatches Paolini to keep WTA Finals semis bid alive

American Jessica Pegula kept her chances of reaching the semi-finals of the WTA Finals alive by easing past Italy's Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 6-3 in Riyadh on Thursday.

Dutch giants Ajax sack coach John Heitinga

Dutch giants Ajax said Thursday they had sacked coach John Heitinga after a poor start to the season that has seen them rooted to the bottom of the Champions League table.

Amorim urges Man Utd to 'focus on future' after Ronaldo criticism

Ruben Amorim has told Manchester United to "focus on the future" following former Old Trafford star Cristiano Ronaldo's withering assessment of his old club.

Garcia broken nose adds to Barca defensive worries

Defender Eric Garcia suffered a broken nose during Barcelona's 3-3 Champions League draw at Club Brugge midweek and will have to wear a mask when he returns to action, the Spanish club said Thursday.

Burger strikes as South Africa restrict Pakistan to 269-9 in second ODI

Nandre Burger took a career-best 4-46 as South Africa restricted Pakistan to 269-9 in the second one-day international in Faisalabad on Thursday.

Kante returns as France seek to clinch World Cup berth

Saudi Arabia-based veteran N'Golo Kante returned to the France squad to reinforce the injury-hit midfield for the World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine and Azerbaijan.

Marcus Smith starts at full-back as England ring changes for Fiji

Marcus Smith has been recalled at full-back as one of seven changes to England's starting 15 for Saturday's rugby international against Fiji at Twickenham.

Kolisi 100th Test 'no distraction' for Erasmus' South Africa

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus said on Thursday iconic captain Siya Kolisi's 100th Test will not "distract" the team before they face France in the Autumn Nations Series this weekend.

New Zealand make Scotland changes after Barrett brothers' injuries

New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has changed his second row and midfield for Saturday's Autumn Nations series rugby union international against Scotland at Murrayfield after injuries to brothers Scott and Jordie Barrett.

'Roy of the Rovers story' -- Farrell handed Ireland debut for Japan Test

Munster centre Tom Farrell will make his debut for Ireland in their Autumn Nations Series Test with Japan as head coach Andy Farrell made eight changes to the starting XV from the one beaten 26-13 by New Zealand last Saturday.

Stones backs Man City team-mate Foden to pose England dilemma for Tuchel

John Stones believes Manchester City team-mate Phil Foden has given England manager Thomas Tuchel a selection headache leading up to next week's final World Cup qualifiers with Serbia and Albania.

Djokovic to face Alcaraz in ATP Finals groups

Novak Djokovic will take on Carlos Alcaraz in the group stage of the upcoming ATP Finals while Jannik Sinner could face a derby with Lorenzo Musetti during his title defence at the season-ending tournament.

Springbok skipper Kolisi to play 100th Test against France

South Africa's two-time Rugby World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi will win his 100th Test cap in this weekend's Autumn Nations Series game with France in Paris, South African Rugby announced on Thursday.

Germany recall Sane, hand El Mala debut for World Cup qualifers

Leroy Sane has been recalled and Said El Mala received a first call-up to Germany's 25-man squad for the November World Cup qualifiers, coach Julian Nagelsmann announced Thursday.

India thump Australia to take 2-1 lead in T20 series

India took a 2-1 lead in their T20 series against Australia with a 48-run demolition of the home side on Queensland's Gold Coast on Thursday.

Flick holding firm on Barca high line despite defensive woes

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick vowed to stick with a high defensive line despite struggles at the back as the champions travel to face Celta Vigo on Sunday in La Liga.

France opt for Le Garrec as Dupont replacement for 'best team ever' South Africa

France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Thursday South Africa are "perhaps the best team ever" as he named La Rochelle scrum-half Nolann Garrec as Antoine Dupont's stand-in for this weekend's Autumn Nations Series game in Paris.

MotoGP legend Agostini admires Marc Marquez's 'desire to win'

MotoGP legend Giacomo Agostini has praised the "desire to win" displayed by freshly-minted world champion Marc Marquez.

Nepal searches for avalanche victims

Nepali rescuers on Thursday searched for the bodies of multiple climbers killed in an avalanche this week, while Italy said five citizens reported missing in a separate incident were safe.

Chapman blitz leads Black Caps to tight T20 victory over West Indies

Powerful batting by Black Cap Mark Chapman carried New Zealand to a three-run victory in the second T20 against West Indies in Auckland on Thursday night.

France opt for Le Garrec as Dupont replacement for South Africa Test

La Rochelle scrum-half Nolann Le Garrec will start at scrum-half for France against South Africa in the Autumn Nations Series this weekend with Antoine Dupont injured, head coach Fabien Galthie announced on Thursday.

Doncic's Lakers hold off Wembanyama's Spurs, Blazers silence Thunder

Luka Doncic out-dueled Victor Wembanyama and the Los Angeles Lakers edged San Antonio 118-116 on Wednesday as the Portland Trail Blazers rallied to hand NBA champions Oklahoma City their first defeat of the season.

Tonga rugby league star out of intensive care after seizure

Tongan rugby league player Eli Katoa has been moved out of intensive care at Auckland Hospital four days after requiring surgery following "seizure activity" during the Pacific Championships, his uncle said.

Endo returns as Japan look to build on Brazil win

Liverpool's Wataru Endo was named on Thursday in World Cup-bound Japan's squad for home friendlies against Ghana and Bolivia as they look to build on their historic first win over Brazil.

Weatherald's unenviable Ashes task: fill giant hole at top left by Warner

Australia's tortuous search to replace swashbuckling opener David Warner is over with Jake Weatherald set to pad up in the first Ashes Test, but the selection can't paper over the ageing side's glaring weakness at the top of the order.

Ovechkin first to score 900 NHL goals as Capitals beat Blues

Alex Ovechkin became the first player in NHL history to score his 900th career goal in the Washington Capitals' 6-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday.

On Mexico City's streets, vendors fight to make it to World Cup

Mexico is hoping for an economic windfall when it hosts matches including the opening game of the 2026 World Cup, but the capital's iconic street vendors see not only opportunity but dangers.

Kyrgios targets 'miracle' Australian Open return after knee improves

Nick Kyrgios said Thursday his long-term knee injury had suddenly improved, giving him hopes of a "miracle" comeback in time for the Australian Open in January.

FIFA announce new peace prize to be awarded at World Cup draw in Washington

FIFA has created a new annual award called the FIFA Peace Prize to be awarded for the first time during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, world soccer's governing body said Wednesday.

Australia's Cummins hints at return for second Ashes Test

Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins hinted on Thursday at a comeback for the second Ashes Test, a day after the side unveiled its squad ahead of this month's opener.

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