The Ashes: The Story Behind Cricket's Famous Urn
Discover the fascinating origin story of The Ashes, cricket's greatest rivalry, and what's really inside the iconic urn. Find out how a mock obituary in 1882 created a legend.
Discover the fascinating origin story of The Ashes, cricket's greatest rivalry, and what's really inside the iconic urn. Find out how a mock obituary in 1882 created a legend.
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Arne Slot's Liverpool dropped more points in a 1-1 draw with Sunderland. Florian Wirtz was denied his first Reds goal, while Virgil van Dijk faced criticism. Read the full match analysis.
Manchester United's inconsistent season is marked by dressing room doubts and Bruno Fernandes' deeper role under Ruben Amorim. Can the skipper rediscover his goal threat?
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Joe Root's unbeaten 135, his first Test century in Australia, leads England to 325-9 on day one of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba. Follow live coverage.
The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC is overshadowed by FIFA's courting of Donald Trump, who may receive an inaugural peace prize. Explore the risks for football.
Mitchell Starc becomes cricket's most prolific left-arm pacer as Nathan Lyon fumes over shock Gabba axing. Joe Root's century saves Matthew Hayden from a naked MCG walk. Follow all the day two action.
NFL fans erupted on social media after referees denied the Detroit Lions a safety against Dak Prescott. A new angle later proved the controversial call correct. Read the full analysis.
Joe Root's stunning century at The Gabba forced The West Australian newspaper into a cheeky U-turn after its pre-Ashes jibes. Discover how England's batting heroics unfolded.
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MLS Commissioner Don Garber states the league's growth has reduced its reliance on the US national team's World Cup results. He also raises the stakes for Vancouver Whitecaps' stadium future. Read the full analysis.
American skier Lauren Macuga's Olympic dream is over after a training injury tore her ACL. The rising star shares her heartbreak and plans to support Team USA from the sidelines. Read her full story.
Australia's controversial decision to drop Nathan Lyon led to a painfully slow over rate on day one at the Gabba, with fans seeing just 74 overs instead of 90. Discover the fallout and expert reaction.
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The Independent Football Regulator gains sweeping powers to investigate and remove unfit club owners from Friday, marking a major shift in English football governance. Discover the details.
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Manchester United's unbeaten run halted as West Ham snatch a late equaliser at Old Trafford. Read the full match report and manager reaction here.
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Travis Head's cheeky on-field prank on teammate Michael Neser had cricket fans joking about 'ball tampering', reviving memories of the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal during the second Ashes Test.
England boss Thomas Tuchel says his side will dare to dream of World Cup victory in 2026, buoyed by a perfect qualifying record and a fighting spirit. Read his confident message ahead of the draw.
Ruben Amorim vents frustration after Manchester United concede late to draw with West Ham at Old Trafford. Read the full match report and reaction.
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Manchester United's frustrations continue as a late Soungoutou Magassa goal earns West Ham a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford. Read the full match report and reaction.
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