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Bayern are special and a force to be reckoned with

There may be no team better prepared to win the Champions League than the Bundesliga leaders.

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal look to raise £100m from double exit

Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri are among five players who could be allowed to leave Arsenal. Transfer Talk has the latest.

FIFA adds new, more expensive, WC ticket tiers

FIFA added new, even more expensive tiers of tickets for this year's World Cup, asking up to $4,105 for a front category 1 seat at the U.S. opener against Paraguay in Inglewood,…

Stojsavljevic, 17, wins as GB take charge in BJK Cup

Teenager Mika Stojsavljevic stuns Talia Gibson, ranked more than 200 places above her, in straight sets as Great Britain take a 2-0 lead over Australia in the Billie Jean King Cup.

KKR's Raghuvanshi, Rahane in top five of Orange Cap race

Their side lost a thriller to LSG at Eden Gardens, but both batters continued to be among the runs

Sources: Aces agree to $1.19M deal with Young

The Aces are finalizing an agreement for four-time All-Star guard Jackie Young to return to Las Vegas, sources told ESPN on Thursday.

Minnesota Viking: Wild ink D with fitting name

The Wild signed a defenseman named Viking Gustafsson Nyberg, a former UConn standout who signed a two-year, entry-level contract that begins with the current season.

FA investigating non-league chief over alleged abusive email

The FA is investigating after Northern Premier League chairman Mark Harris allegedly sent an abusive email to an FC United of Manchester fan.

Back to the future: Repicking the 2016 NHL draft

With the benefit of hindsight, we make new selections for each spot in the first round.

Scotland confirm final World Cup warm-up against Bolivia - live on BBC

Scotland confirm a friendly against Bolivia in Harrison, New Jersey on 6 June as their final warm-up game before this summer's World Cup finals.

Pochettino's to-do list: What the USMNT must figure out before World Cup

What does coach Mauricio Pochettino need to do before the tournament begins in June?

'50 wins in a gap year': How Jaylen Brown turbocharged the Celtics back to title contention

Between memorizing the astrological signs of his teammates and undergoing extreme underwater training, Brown didn't need to be a hero in Boston. He simply needed to lead. "I'm not…

Maiden ton for Warwickshire meant a lot - Mousley

Warwickshire and England white-ball all-rounder Dan Mousley says scoring his maiden century for the Bears meant "a hell of a lot".

Re-picking the 2016 NHL draft: Who goes in the top 3?

With the benefit of hindsight, we make new selections for each spot in the first round.

Croke Park could stage Fury v Joshua in September

Talks are under way for Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua's long-awaited heavyweight fight to be staged in Dublin in September.

Champions League recap: Atleti go past 10-man Barça, PSG defeat Liverpool

Both Atlético Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain get 2-0 first-leg wins on a day of quarterfinals action in the UEFA Champions League.

Why 'outstanding' Raya is key to Arsenal's Champions League hopes

Match of the Day pundit Stephen Warnock looks at the importance of David Raya to Arsenal's hopes of winning the Champions League.

'We were in survival mode' - Slot on Liverpool defeat to PSG

Liverpool manager Arne Slot explains why striker Mohamed Salah did not play in his sides 2-0 defeat to PSG in the first-leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, and describes…

Late Havertz goal gives Arsenal first-leg win over Sporting

Arsenal's Kai Havertz scores in stoppage-time to secure a 1-0 victory for the Gunners against Sporting CP, in their Champions League quarter-final first-leg.

Dodgers speedster Davey Lopes dies at age 80

Davey Lopes, a speedy four-time All-Star who won the World Series with the Dodgers in 1981, died Wednesday at the age of 80 after a battle with Parkinson's disease.

2026 Masters: Experts' picks and betting tips

Who do our experts think will win? Where does our betting expert believe there's value? We break it all down.

Gill reveals tactics for last ball: 'We knew a slower one will be difficult to hit'

"We always thought 210 on this [pitch] we are 10-15 runs above par," says GT captain

Buttler hits fifty then seals win with final-ball run-out in thriller

Jos Buttler finds form at the IPL before winning the match for Gujarat Titans with a final-ball run-out in a remarkable one-run victory over Delhi Capitals.

WNBA mock draft: UConn's Fudd drops to No. 3 pick

Lauren Betts and three teammates on UCLA's NCAA championship team are projected first-round picks.

Prospect watch: Konnor Griffin's here, who's next?

All the prospects fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as the season moves through its first month.

Michigan's championship punctuated Dusty May's homecoming in a full family affair

Just two seasons after arriving in Ann Arbor, May returned to his home state of Indiana to cut down the nets.

Colorado QB's BAC twice legal limit in fatal crash

Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder had a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit for driving under the influence when he died in a single-car crash near Boulder on March 1.

'I'm 67 and they've finally given me a cap'

Former Gloucester flanker John Gadd says it is "surreal" to be given England cap 44 years after he played for his country.

I felt really alone after World Cup win - Kildunne

England full-back Ellie Kildunne admits feeling "really alone" after experiencing an emotional dip following their Rugby World Cup win.

Geno apologizes to Staley, says 'I lost myself'

UConn Huskies coach Geno Auriemma said in a statement Tuesday night that he lost himself with his behavior toward South Carolina coach Dawn Staley during his team's Final Four…

Ainsworth, Hamilton earn Australia central contracts

Allrounder Nicola Carey returns to the list while Grace Harris retains her deal

U-M toasts title with fans: 'This trophy is yours'

Michigan's men's basketball team returned to campus as national champions Tuesday, and coach Dusty May told dozens of fans who greeted them at the Crisler Center that "this trophy…

Inside the Bucks' lost season, and the looming 'nasty breakup' with Giannis Antetokounmpo

A difficult season exacerbated a 13-year relationship that was already on the rocks, leading to more questions than answers in Milwaukee.

Bears HOFer McMichael, who died at 67, had CTE

Steve "Mongo" McMichael died in 2025 at age 67 after a five-year battle with ALS, and his wife Misty donated his brain to research.

Slot's Liverpool 'quite experienced in negativity'

Arne Slot says Liverpool have no chance against Paris St-Germain unless his side turns up for 90 minutes - after disagreeing with Virgil Van Dijk's comments about the team giving…

🏀 Men's Pain Index: Ranking every tourney loss

Some losses are understandable in the NCAA tournament. Others will haunt us forever (see: Duke). We rank them all.

USMNT's Agyemang (Achilles tendon) out of WC

United States international Patrick Agyemang will miss his home World Cup after suffering a serious Achilles tendon injury.

Maguire signs one-year contract at Man Utd

Former captain Harry Maguire signs a new one-year contract with Manchester United.

Barry gets first England call-up as Godfrey injured

Bay FC forward Keira Barry receives her first call-up to the England squad for the upcoming Women's World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Iceland.

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Liverpool fight for Monaco forward

Manchester United and Liverpool are stepping up interest in AS Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Lawes 'out of England retirement' and joining Sale

Former England captain Courtney Lawes says he is "officially un-retiring from international duty" after signing for Sale for 2026-27.

⚾ MLB Watchability Index: Baseball's fun teams

Young talent, diving catches, home runs and ... bobbleheads? Here are baseball's most exciting squads for 2026.

Sources: UNC to hire Malone as new hoops coach

North Carolina intends to hire former longtime NBA coach Michael Malone as the school's next basketball coach, sources told ESPN.

Trade grades: Dream get Reese, Sky get picks -- who gets the better mark?

On the first day of WNBA free agency, Angel Reese is headed to Atlanta after two seasons in Chicago.

Lady Vols lose recruit Edwards, see roster cut to 1

On the same day that Tennessee guard Jaida Civil announced she's entering the transfer portal, Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 recruit in the SC Next 100 class of 2026, requested a…

Sky trade Reese to Dream for two 1st-rounders

The Sky have traded two-time WNBA All-Star and two-time rebounding champ Angel Reese to the Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028.

Pickups: Jeremiah Fears, Will Riley among top adds for final week

Here are the players who can help fill holes on your roster during the final week of the fantasy basketball season.

Bartlett heroics thwart Lancashire in thriller

George Bartlett defies a vintage bowling performance from Lancashire captain Jimmy Anderson to carry Northants to an unlikely County Championship draw.

Waite holds up Derbyshire as Pears cling on

Matthew Waite bats out a tense finale to help Worcestershire escape with a draw at Derbyshire in County Championship Division Two.

Scotland thwarted by rain against Namibia

Scotland are left disappointed by the rain for a second game running in their ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 Tri-Series in Namibia.

Record stand as Surrey draw with Warwickshire

Jamie Smith and Dan Lawrence score centuries as Surrey bat through the final day to secure a County Championship draw with Warwickshire.

Trade offers for every first-round NFL draft pick: We made deals for J.J. McCarthy, Maxx Crosby

We proposed 32 trades -- one at every slot -- to shake up Round 1.

Why Saints coach Kellen Moore likes the idea of a loaded running back room

The Saints believe there will be enough opportunities for Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne Jr. to share.

Arsenal need Mikel Arteta to step up now to avoid disaster again

The fear of failure has become unavoidable, especially after three successive runners-up finishes in the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta holds Arsenal's fate in his hands.

NHL playoff watch: Who's winning the Atlantic Division?

The Lightning and Sabres are both playoff-bound, but the No. 1 divisional seed is up for grabs.

Ranking the top candidates to win the Stanley Cup after an Olympic gold medal

Only eight players have pulled off the feat in the same season. Who are the most likely "double champs?"

Valencia joins star-studded Wythenshawe vets team

Former Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia joins the star-studded veteran team at Manchester club Wythenshawe AFC.

Pogacar may face fine for running red light in Flanders win

Tadej Pogacar wins a record-equalling third Tour of Flanders, but could face action after he is one of up to 20 riders who run a red light at a railway crossing.

Transfer rumors, news: Europe's top clubs on alert over Vinicius Jr. move

Arsenal, Man United, Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea, PSG and Bayern have been contacted about a possible move for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Richardson wins Stawell Gift despite 10m handicap

American Sha-Carri Richardson overcomes a disadvantage of up to 10 metres to become only the third woman to win the Stawell Gift from the back of the field.

Staley praises Close: Happy for 'quality people'

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley spoke glowingly of UCLA coach Cori Close after the Gamecocks' loss to the Bruins in the NCAA championship game Sunday.

Rayudu: CSK 'just stuck to that bad plan' against RCB

RCB "a team that's making the right decision at the right time," Aaron Finch says after their 43-run win over CSK

Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?

With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings?

Dubois outpoints bloodied Harper to unify titles

Caroline Dubois floored Terri Harper before outpointing her British rival to become the unified lightweight world champion in London.

Man Utd look to offload Ugarte - Monday gossip

Manchester United look to sell Uruguayan midfielder, Real Madrid forward sparks Premier League interest, Liverpool eye swap deal, plus more.

Scotney becomes Britain's youngest undisputed champion

Ellie Scotney becomes Britain's youngest undisputed champion in the four-belt era after beating Mayelli Flores by unanimous decision at the Olympia in London.

Struijk sends Leeds to first FA Cup semi-final since 1987

Watch Pascal Struijk score the winning penalty in Leeds United's shootout win against West Ham to send the West Yorkshire side to their first FA Cup semi-final in 39 years.

Astros put ace Brown on IL with shoulder strain

The Astros have placed ace Hunter Brown on the 15-day injured list with a strain in his pitching shoulder.

Bama makes Oats among 5 highest-paid coaches

Alabama coach Nate Oats has signed a new contract that will make him one of the five highest-paid college basketball coaches in the country.

Cam Boozer got facial fractures in loss to UConn

Duke's Cameron Boozer, a projected top-five pick in the 2026 NBA draft, said he suffered multiple fractures around one of his eyes during his team's loss to UConn in the Elite…

'Fancy footwork' - Tanaka puts Leeds ahead against West Ham

Leeds United's Ao Tanaka starts and finishes a well-worked move to give his side the lead against West Ham in their FA Cup quarter-final.

Should Leeds have been awarded a penalty for this late challenge?

West Ham United survive a penalty scare against Leeds United after Max Kilman collides with Anton Stach after the German midfielder had already got his shot away.

Disasi draws West Ham level with 96th-minute equaliser

West Ham's Axel Disasi athletically prods an equaliser six minutes into stoppage time against Leeds United, forcing extra time in the FA Cup quarter-final.

Herrick's dramatic debut and Struijk's winner - full penalty shootout

Watch all the penalties from West Ham's penalty shootout against Leeds United in their FA Cup quarter-final at London Stadium.

O'Neill hails Celtic spirit as they stay in title hunt

Celtic interim manager Martin O'Neill hails his team's spirit after they battle to a crucial victory in the Scottish Premiership at Dundee.

Derbyshire tighten grip over Worcestershire

Derbyshire tighten their grip on the County Championship Division Two match against Worcestershire at the Co-op County Ground.

Crane five-for gives Glamorgan edge against Yorkshire

Mason Crane's five-wicket haul gives Glamorgan a first-innings lead over Yorkshire, with the Welsh side resuming 187 runs ahead on 111-3

Who plays who in Champions Cup quarter-finals?

All the details of this season's Champions Cup quarter-final line-up.

Tracking fifth-year options for 2023 first-rounders: Who will return in 2027?

The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts is May 1.

Lendeborg hobbled, vows to play for U-M in final

Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg suffered a left MCL sprain and left ankle sprain in Saturday's win over Arizona, but team trainer Chris Williams told ESPN he is "very confident" the…

Overton returns as win-less CSK bowl vs unchanged RCB

Gaikwad opted to bowl on a fresh Bengaluru pitch and said that MS Dhoni, who is nursing a calf injury, is recovering well

Transfer rumors, news: Fernandes to urge Man United to sign Portugal teammate

Bruno Fernandes has outlined one player he believes should be among Manchester United's midfield targets this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

'I will sit in my chair' - Aminul determined to continue as BCB president

The committee investigating allegations of malpractice in the board elections in October last year has submitted its report to the Bangladesh government

Not 1, not 2: Adell's 3 HR robberies save Angels

Angels outfielder Jo Adell robbed the Mariners of three home runs, including a ninth-inning grab in which he crashed into the seats in the right-field corner, to help preserve a…

How Michigan, UConn won Saturday's Final Four -- and keys to Monday's title game

ESPN's college basketball crew breaks down what they saw in Indianapolis -- and what could decide the championship.

Is season running away from frazzled Arsenal?

Arsenal must regroup after their hopes of a quadruple were wrecked in two weeks by successive defeats for the first time this season.

Illinois rues misses after another Final Four loss

Illinois added another hard-luck loss in the Final Four, as an uncharacteristic performance from its offense sunk its hopes vs. UConn on Saturday.

U-M advances with historic beatdown of Arizona

Michigan's 18-point margin of victory over Arizona is tied for the largest in an NCAA men's tournament game between 1-seeds since 1979.

Win no fluke as Eckert's Saints target Wembley treble

Fifty years after their one and only FA Cup success, underdogs Southampton are again stunning top-flight opposition - and doing so in style.

Price digs deep to beat Pineiro

Lauren Price retains her unified world champion status after beating Puerto Rican Stephanie Pineiro by a unanimous decision in Cardiff.

Stewart pounces on White error to give Southampton shock lead against Arsenal

Southampton forward Ross Stewart capitalizes on a "misjudgment" from Ben White to give The Saints a shock lead against Premier League leaders Arsenal in the quarter-finals of the…

Glasgow battle past Bulls to reach quarter-finals

Glasgow Warriors battle past Bulls to reach the Champions Cup quarter-finals in a thrilling scrap in the rain and wind at Scotstoun.

Toulouse crush Bristol in Champions Cup last 16

Bristol Bears' Champions Cup campaign is ended in ruthless fashion by Toulouse, who score nine tries in a dominant last-16 win in France.

Scotland beat hosts USA to secure World bronze

Scotland win bronze at the World Men's Curling Championship thanks to an 11-6 victory over the United States in Utah.

Andersson inspires huge Derbyshire total against Pears

Martin Andersson hits a career-best 228 as Derbyshire declare on 625-8 against Worcestershire, who are 113-2 at the end of day two.

Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?

With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings?

Ingram leads Glamorgan to respectability against Yorkshire

Colin Ingram's century steers Glamorgan to 302 all out against Yorkshire in the County Championship in Cardiff.

Who are the 39 best men's U21 players in the world?

For the eighth straight year, ESPN brings you our list of the game's next young stars aged 21 or under. Who is good enough to make it?

End of the feature back? What the rise of running back tandems means for the NFL draft

Splitting time used to be a mark against rushers. With top NFL draft prospects coming from the same backfield, that might be changing.

Tracking fifth-year options for 2023 first-rounders: Who will return in 2027?

The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts is May 1.

Your men's Final Four guide: Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan (with predictions!)

We run through every team's keys to advancing to the championship game -- and their potential fatal flaws.

Who will be the best RBs in the NFL draft class? We gave projections and comps for top prospects

We have stat projections for the top running back prospects in the 2026 NFL draft class, from Jeremiyah Love to late-round sleepers.

Lakers star Doncic to miss rest of regular season

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will miss the rest of the regular NBA season with a hamstring injury, which could rule him out of the league's major awards.

'My season's only getting started now' - Keenan

Hugo Keenan is delighted to put his injury nightmare behind him as he prepares for Leinster's European Champions Cup meeting with Edinburgh in Dublin on Sunday.

MacIntyre holds four-shot lead at Texas Open

Scotland's Robert MacIntyre maintains his strong form with a round of 64 for a four-shot halfway lead at the Texas Open in San Antonio.

Sources: NBA investigating Bucks, Giannis' health

The NBA is investigating the Bucks' handling of Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania, after the star forward told reporters Friday that he is being held out…

Executive order: Athletes get 5 years, 1 transfer

An executive order signed by President Donald Trump on Friday aims to limit NCAA athletes to a five-year playing window and how often they can transfer between schools.

Final NBA MVP (and ROY) straw poll: Here's who voters are picking to win

Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

Your men's Final Four guide: Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan (with predictions!)

We run through every team's keys to advancing to the championship game -- and their potential fatal flaws.

Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?

With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings?

⚽ The top men's U21 soccer players in the world

For the eighth straight year, ESPN brings you our list of the game's next young stars aged 21 or under. Who is good enough to make it?

Final NBA MVP (and ROY) straw poll: Here's who voters are picking to win

Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

Tracking fifth-year options for 2023 first-rounders: Who will return in 2027?

The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts is May 1. Which players have had their options picked up?

Middlesex's Du Plooy impresses against Gloucestershire

Leus du Plooy hits an unbeaten 98 as Middlesex reach 279-5 against Gloucestershire on a truncated first day of the County Championship at Lord's.

Durham's Gay makes first century of 2026 against Kent

Emilio Gay makes the first century of the County Championship season as Durham edge ahead of Kent on day one.

Foakes leads superb Surrey recovery at Edgbaston

Ben Foakes and Tom Lawes help rescue Surrey from 65-6 to post 328 all out on day one of their County Championship game against Warwickshire.

Draft prospects with true Round 1 grade: The 12 clear first-rounders

We'll see 32 picks in Round 1, but who actually earned the right to be there?

Critchley leads Essex fightback against Hampshire

Matt Critchley and Charlie Allison help Essex recover against Hampshire on the opening day of the County Championship season.

Critchley, Allison steer Essex after early Abbott strikes

Unbroken stand worth 152 lifts Essex, who also became the first county to substitute a player for injury

Women's Final Four predictions: Who wins South Carolina-UConn, Texas-UCLA?

What will decide Friday's semifinals? Which player will have the biggest impact?

Who are the 39 best men's U21 players in the world?

For the eighth straight year, ESPN brings you our list of the game's next young stars aged 21 or under. Who is good enough to make it?

Not a multitasker: Lloyd focused on Zona, not UNC

Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd said he's not a "multitasker" amid rumors tying him to the North Carolina opening as his team prepares to play Michigan in the Final Four on…

Rohl demands Rangers remain hunters in title chase

Head coach Danny Rohl wants Rangers to retain the mindset of "hunters" in the three-way battle for the Scottish Premiership title, even if his side go top this weekend.

Uncapped Chambers named in McArdle's first NI squad

Uncapped striker Cora Chambers is included in new Northern Ireland boss Michael McArdle's first squad for their April World Cup qualifying double-header against Malta.

Scotland win again to clinch world semi-final place - watch on BBC

Scotland reel off their 10th successive victory at the World Men's Curling Championship to clinch a place in the semi-finals in Utah.

How Brandon Bussi's brother, Dylan, continues to inspire his NHL journey

The 27-year-old goalie has had a record-breaking debut season for the Hurricanes, and his brother remains in his mindset.

Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exiting loss

Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

Source: Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exit

Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

Sources: KU's Bidunga to test draft, enter portal

Flory Bidunga, who projects as a second-round pick, would be the top player in the portal among the more than 800 players so far who intend to enter.

'I guess they're jealous' - Rahane takes on detractors over strike-rate criticism

"We needed a couple of big partnerships, guys who were set, they needed to take it deep," Ajinkya Rahane says of KKR's batting effort against SRH

MLB Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?

With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

'Let her play': Chiefs launch petition for high school girls' flag football in Kansas

The Kansas State High School Activities Association will have a vote on April 23 to determine if girls' high school flag football will be sanctioned.

Who are the best 21 women's players aged 21 or under in the world?

Welcome to the next generation of women's stars aged 21 or under, with representatives from the NWSL, WSL and across Europe.

MLB Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?

With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

Bauer returns to U.S. with minor league Ducks

Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night April 21 for the minor league team.

Woods crash bodycam footage released by police

Body camera footage showing Tiger Woods straight after he clipped a truck and rolled his car in Florida last month is released by police.

Barcelona run riot against Madrid to reach Champions League semis

Barcelona cruise into the Women's Champions League semi-finals, beating Real Madrid 6-0 at the Nou Camp and 12-2 on aggregate, setting up a tie against Bayern Munich.

Iowa State hoops star Crooks entering portal

Iowa State women's basketball star Audi Crooks will be entering the transfer portal for her final year of collegiate eligibility, she announced on social media Thursday.

Wemby stays hot, doubles down on MVP chase

After putting up 41 points and 18 rebounds in a runaway win, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reiterated that the MVP award is squarely in his sights.

Pears sign Hannon-Dalby amid Swanepoel uncertainty

Worcestershire sign Warwickshire seamer Olly Hannon-Dalby on a 14-day loan while the future of all-rounder Beyers Swanepoel remains uncertain.

Mexico kept up with Belgium and Portugal. Can they take that momentum into the World Cup?

After draws against Portugal and Belgium, Mexico are still unbeaten in 2026.

Eden test for off-colour attacks as SRH meet KKR in run-heavy clash

Narine and Varun, who have an excellent record at the ground but did not go well in the first game in Mumbai, will be in focus for KKR

Your men's Final Four guide: Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan (with predictions!)

We run through every team's keys to advancing to the championship game -- and their potential fatal flaws.

Club-by-club guide to the 2026 County Championship

BBC local radio cricket commentators take a look at each County Championship side's prospects for the 2026 season.

NCAA proposes ban on players who stay in draft

The NCAA Division I Cabinet will consider proposed changes to eligibility rules, including one that would bar athletes who have entered and remained in a professional sports draft…

Bayern end Man United's UWCL fairy tale, illustrate gap to European elite

Man United's maiden Women's Champions League campaign ended in Munich at the quarterfinal stage. Now they need to prove they're not on-hit wonders.

Cool Arsenal ensure Chelsea's Champions League wait goes on

Sjoeke Nusken's consolation goal for Chelsea proved to be too little, too late in loss to Arsenal in the UWCL.

Woods declines US Ryder Cup captain role in 2027

Tiger Woods turns down the role of United States Ryder Cup captain next year in Ireland, the PGA of America announces, as he steps away from golf following last week's car crash.

'You can't be doing that' - pundits react to McCabe hair pull

BBC Sport pundits Ellen White and Steph Houghton react to Katie McCabe's hair pull on Alyssa Thompson as Chelsea beat Arsenal 1-0 in the second leg of their Champions League…

Tribe and Kellaway aim to kick on for England honours

Glamorgan batter Asa Tribe and all-rounder Ben Kellaway are keen to progress towards senior England honours after England Lions experiences.

Bears' stadium choice 'late spring, early summer'

Kevin Warren. president and CEO of the Chicago Bears, says the team is targeting "late spring, early summer" for a decision on where the team's new stadium will be built.

Billion-dollar bids made for NBA Europe teams

Multiple billion-dollar bids have been made for teams in the NBA's proposed Euros league, BBC Sport understands.

Captain Donnarumma vows to restore Italy after heartbreak

Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma says he "cried because of the enormous sadness" of not being able to lead the national side to the 2026 World Cup.

Who is ACTUALLY more valuable: Aaron Judge or Shohei Ohtani? We did the math

They're MLB's unquestioned top two superstars. We break down their value to determine which reigns supreme.

The new aces? Five pitchers poised for a breakout season

Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at five pitchers who are likely to be on many a fantasy championship roster.

Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Mansoor Delane and more

Identifying draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and the ideal scheme matches for them.

Draymond Green reflects on his future amid uncertainty in Golden State

As the Warriors face another season lost to injuries, Green confronts an uncertain future.

Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts

Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron James makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

'Definitely No. 1' - Amelia Kerr 'fizzed' after record-breaking day

"There wasn't run-rate pressure through that middle phase of the game as she was flying," Amelia Kerr says of Isabella Gaze, who scored 68 in 48 balls in the chase

Meet the World Cup debutants: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan tell their stories

Experts on each national team to qualify for their first World Cup help us get to know their country.

Ump Bucknor in spotlight again after missed call

Umpire C.B. Bucknor, who had the poorest results among umpires in MLB's new ABS system last weekend, had another call overturned at first base during Tuesday's Brewers-Rays game.

Hurley: I thought ref was looking to 'chest-bump'

UConn coach Dan Hurley downplayed his bizarre interaction with an official at the end of Sunday's NCAA tournament victory against Duke, saying he thought the referee was looking…

'I put players first' - O'Neill disappointed with concerns

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says he is "disappointed" by clubs who raised concerns with the EFL about his dual role with Blackburn Rovers.

Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts

Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron James makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

MLB awards: Judge and Ohtani once again favored to win MVP honors

Who are the favorites to win seasonlong honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.

Deal complete to sell NBA's Portland Trail Blazers

NBA side Portland Trail Blazers are sold to a group led by NHL outfit Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon.

Shreyas and Gill back in the T20 spotlight as PBKS take on GT

Both teams made the playoffs last season but their captains' fortunes in T20 cricket have fallen since then

Iran will play World Cup games in US - Infantino

Fifa president Gianni Infantino says Iran will play their World Cup games in the United States as planned.

First bets for the men's semifinals: Slow start for Michigan and Arizona?

Taking a look at early lines, which bets stand out as potential values ahead of the tournament's round of four?

Napoli warn they could punish Lukaku over training no-show

Striker Romelu Lukaku could face disciplinary action after Napoli released a statement to say he has ignored a request to return to the club.

Scotland to host T20 tri-series before World Cup

Scotland women will play their first home fixtures since 2022 with a T20 tri-series against Bangladesh and the Netherlands across May and June.

SGA on MVP chatter: 'I let my game do the talking'

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2026 World Cup playoffs: Predicting who will claim the final six places

The last six World Cup berths will be decided on Tuesday in six winner-take-all games. Which teams will complete the lineup for this summer's finals?

🏈 Matt Miller's seven-round NFL mock draft

Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 NFL draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to the Broncos' Mr. Irrelevant slot at the end of Round 7.

Ranking the 10 most exciting wingers in the world

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Are tight ends making a first-round comeback? Why top NFL draft prospect Kenyon Sadiq could be next in line

Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren set the bar high last year, and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq has a shot to reach it.

England fitness issues put to bed - Edwards

England women's head coach Charlotte Edwards says her players have "100%" been able to address issues surrounding their fitness.

Trump beats Allen in Tour Championship opener

Judd Trump beats Mark Allen in a back-and-forth contest to progress in the first round of the Tour Championship in Manchester.

Passan: How ball-strike challenge rule is rocking baseball -- and who is using it best (and worst)

Baseball's new ABS system is the talk of the sport. We hand out awards after the first weekend of the rule.

Malzahn, Tedford joining CFP selection committee

Recently retired coach Gus Malzahn, who won a national title in 2010 as Auburn's offensive coordinator, will join former Cal head coach Jeff Tedford on the College Football…

Passan: The best -- and worst -- automated balls-and-strikes challenges of MLB opening weekend

Baseball's new ABS system is the talk of the sport. We hand out awards after the first weekend of the rule.

Tuchel not angry over England withdrawals

England manager Thomas Tuchel says he is not disappointed with the players who have pulled out of the squad for Tuesday's friendly against Japan.

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The last six World Cup berths will be decided on Tuesday in six winner-take-all games. Which teams will complete the lineup for this summer's finals?

Eagles GM offers same reply to every Brown query

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Highlights: Woodland seals emotional win

US golfer Gary Woodland wins his first PGA title since an operation to remove a brain tumour in September 2023 with a five-shot victory at the Texas Children's Houston Open.

Early Men's Final Four preview: Arizona-Michigan, UConn-Illinois predictions

Who will cut down the nets in Indianapolis? Here's an early look at the national semifinals.

Young Liverpool winger in line for Northern Ireland chance

After their World Cup dreams came to an end in Italy, who could get a chance for Northern Ireland in Wales on Tuesday?

I designed Everton's new stadium - now I have an 1878 tattoo

Architect Dan Meis talks about the challenges of designing Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium - including relegation battles, new owners, a pandemic and global war.

Batter-only Green: Rahane unhappy; Cricket Australia says KKR 'fully aware'

KKR captain feels Green's unavailability is a challenge but framed it as an opportunity for other bowlers

Source: Agreed-to Epenesa-Browns deal now off

The Cleveland Browns will not be signing AJ Epenesa, with the team uncomfortable finalizing the deal after the veteran defensive end had his physical, a source told ESPN on Sunday.

GM: Garrett deal tweak not a precursor to trade

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Sources: St. John's inks Pitino to lucrative new deal

Rick Pitino has signed a new deal with St. John's that makes him the second-highest-paid coach in the Big East, sources told ESPN on Sunday, confirming a report by NJ.com.

Woodland wins Houston by 5 amid PTSD battle

Gary Woodland won the Houston Open by five shots Sunday, his first PGA Tour victory since undergoing brain surgery in 2023.

How UConn and UCLA clinched a spot in the women's Final Four

UCLA rallied to beat Duke and UConn held off Notre Dame as both No. 1 seeds won Sunday in the Elite Eight.

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Bayern Munich wary of Saudi Pro League clubs targeting Harry Kane, Bernardo Silva set to leave Manchester City, Inter Miami start talks with Manchester United's Casemiro, plus…

Gamecocks land OL recruit with no football chops

Neff Giwa, a 20-year-old Irishman who has never played American football, has committed to play at South Carolina as an offensive lineman.

Siren scores screamer as West Ham draw at London City

Oona Siren's stunning volley helps Women's Super League relegation battlers West Ham fight back to earn a point against London City Lionesses.

Men's March Madness: Predictions, previews for UConn-Duke, Michigan-Tennessee

ESPN's college basketball crew agrees on one of Sunday's Elite Eight matchup but not the other.

Semenya rips IOC chief over transgender ban

Two-time Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya expressed her disappointment with IOC president Kirsty Coventry over the decision to ban transgender athletes from competing at the…

BBC Sport experts choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?

With one game to go until Thomas Tuchel picks his England World Cup squad, BBC Sport reporters choose their starting XIs for the summer. Who would you pick?

Time is running out for Foden to make England's World Cup squad

In less than 18 months, the Man City playmaker has gone from England mainstay to the fringe of the squad.

Peyton Manning: Pat Summitt changed my life

Legendary NFL quarterback Peyton Manning recounts a career-changing meeting with Pat Summitt that he credits for sparking a lifelong friendship.

Bangar: Kohli can raise his strike rate anytime

"There's a lot more to come from him," Rayudu says after Kohli's unbeaten 69 off 38 balls in RCB's dominating win over SRH in IPL 2026 opener

Predicting top wide receiver prospects' NFL stats: Who ranks No. 1 in the 2026 draft class?

Which receivers in the 2026 draft class will have the most success in the pros? We have projections for the top prospects.

Tournament picks: How to bet Tennessee-Michigan on Sunday; will Duke end UConn's run?

How to bet UConn-Duke and Tennessee-Michigan in Sunday's two round-of-eight games.

Adesanya walloped by Pyfer in 2nd-round finish

Joe Pyfer scored the biggest win of his career by finishing two-time champion Israel Adesanya by ground-and-pound in Round 2 in the UFC Fight Night main event.

Unbeaten Itauma knocks out Franklin

Unbeaten British heavyweight Moses Itauma beats American Jermaine Franklin with a destructive fifth-round stoppage in Manchester.

Easily out, Dodgers' Freeman tagged out with hug

With nowhere to run on the basepaths, the Dodgers' Freddie Freeman walked toward a smiling Ketel Marte, who tagged him out with a hug to end the second inning of Saturday night's…

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The father-son duo etched their names in the history books after the elder James found his son for a 3-pointer.

Illinois' Underwood fulfills Final Four 'dream'

Keaton Wagler scored 25 points as Illinois beat Iowa on Saturday, sending the program to the Final Four for the first time in 21 years.

How Arizona beat Purdue and Illinois defeated Iowa in Saturday's Elite Eight

The Wildcats and Fighting Illini are Final Four bound. Here's how they punched their tickets to Indianapolis.

Itauma stops Franklin cold - what next for rising heavyweight?

Briton Moses Itauma thought 'did I really do that' after knocking out Jermaine Franklin with an uppercut in the fifth round of their fight in Manchester.

Men's March Madness 2026: Ranking the remaining eight teams

The regional finals look a little chalky -- with 9-seed Iowa in the mix. Let's rank the teams once more.

Newcastle still keen on Trafford - Sunday's gossip

Manchester City's James Trafford remains a potential target for Newcastle, Real Madrid are among the clubs interested in Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, plus more.

Scotland's World Cup build-up begins with narrow Japan loss

Watch the best of the action from Hampden as Junya Ito's 84th-minute strike consigns Scotland to defeat in their first World Cup warm-up friendly.

Britain's Muir wins historic World Cup ski titles

Kirsty Muir becomes the first British woman to win both the slopestyle and overall World Cup titles by finishing second in the season finale in Switzerland.

Man City show why they are worthy WSL title winners as tired United wilt

Women's Super League champions-elect Manchester City thrashed second-place Man United to go 11 points clear and show why they are the best around.

Man City 'handling pressure' of WSL title race with 'statement' win

Manchester City's manager Andree Jeglertz says he "enjoyed" his side's performance in a dominating win at Manchester United that edges them closer to a first WSL title in a decade.

Bumrah available for MI's opening game; Santner, Jacks yet to join

Mumbai Indians begin their IPL 2026 campaign at home against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday

Diaz thrills L.A. with trumpet entrance, 1st save

Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz said it was "pretty fun" hearing his entrance music at Dodger Stadium for the first time before he locked down his first save with his new team in a 5-4…

World indoor champion Hunter Bell beaten in Melbourne

Great Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell is beaten in the 1500m in Melbourne in her first race since she was crowned women's world indoor champion.

Mary Rand - the trailblazing Olympic champion who captured Mick Jagger's eye

Mary Rand, the first British woman to win athletics gold at the Olympics, was described as "Marilyn Monroe on spikes".

The who's who of injured and unavailable players for IPL 2026

KKR are the worst hit so far with injuries to Akash Deep, Harshit Rana and Pathirana

Illinois curbs alcohol sales Sat. with Final 4 on line

Champaign officials announced an emergency order limiting alcohol sales on the Illinois campus on Saturday night in anticipation of potential property damage and excessive…

Taylor hits unbeaten century but Australia convincing winners

Phoebe Litchfield top-scored with 77 and Georgia Wareham had an impressive all-round game

Tiger Woods involved in Florida rollover crash

Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office. No details about the cause of the crash or…

A former NFL GM's must-draft board for 2026: Tannenbaum pounds the table for 14 prospects

From Dillon Thieneman on Day 1 to Jaffer Murphy late on Day 3, Mike Tannenbaum picks the draft prospects he'd want to target across all seven rounds.

Salah set completely new standards - Klopp

Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah is an "all-time great" at Liverpool and that he "would not be surprised if he plays another six or seven years" after the forward announced he will…

'Irreplaceable' Salah could play for seven more years - Klopp

Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah could carry on playing until the age of 40 after the forward leaves Liverpool at the end of the season.

Scotland highs kept me going, says Robertson

Scotland captain Andy Robertson says playing for his country this season has been important after losing his starting spot at Liverpool.

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Based on a simple combination of ability and tactical importance, we've reranked the best players in order at the Big Six Premier League clubs.

Under-fire Welsh Rugby Union chair Collier-Keywood to step down

Under-fire Welsh Rugby Union chair announces he will not stand for a second term when his three-year tenure ends in July.

Arizona rolls, hands Calipari worst tourney loss

Arizona finally got over the Sweet 16 hurdle under coach Tommy Lloyd, getting 23 points from Brayden Burries and a dominant offensive effort in a 109-88 win over Arkansas on…

Predicting the 2026 season, from the playoffs and World Series to MVP and Cy Young

Can the Dodgers three-peat? Will Skubal and Skenes win another Cy Young? Our experts make their predictions.

Tonali, Kean goals send Italy to WC playoff final

Italy finally won a match in the World Cup playoffs. Now the four-time champion needs to win one more to avoid failing to qualify for a third straight time.

World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will book the final six spots?

The final six spots -- four from Europe and two from the intercontinental playoff -- will be clinched this week.

Waring leads in Houston with career-best PGA Tour round

England's Paul Waring shoots a seven-under 63 to lead after the first round of the Texas Children's Houston Open.

Tonali strike puts Italy ahead against Northern Ireland

Watch as Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali gives Italy the lead against Northern Ireland in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo.

'What a way for Wales to take the lead!' - James' 31-yard, 64mph screamer

Dan James scores a stunning long-range effort to give Wales a crucial lead in their World Cup Play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff.

'Stunning, breathtaking, glorious!' James gives Wales lead against Bosnia

Dan James scores a stunning long-range effort to give Wales a crucial lead in their World Cup Play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff.

The unexpected path that led Morgan and Frankie Price to Arkansas

The Price sisters have led the Arkansas gymnastics team in their final season of the sport -- and they hope it ends with an NCAA championship berth.

Ranking coaches and teams that are likely to improve in 2026

Curt Cignetti reset how we view coaching turnarounds while Oklahoma State, with a new coach, has nowhere to go but up.