Ben Stokes: Former England captain hits Durham hundred in first match after international retirement
Former England captain Ben Stokes hit a match-winning hundred in his first appearance for Durham following his international retirement.
Stokes struck an unbeaten 108 off 123 balls, hitting 10 boundaries and three sixes, and suffered from cramp at the back end of his innings as Durham chased down 257 to beat Derbyshire by five wickets in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup.
England Test head coaching job 'less attractive' than it was, says Stuart Broad after Andy Flower turns down role
Former England bowler Stuart Broad says he understands Andy Flower's decision to turn down the England Test job, and is unsure over who the ECB turn to next, pondering whether the role has become "less attractive".
Anthony Taylor retires: Premier League referee steps down after 16 years in top flight following World Cup
Long-serving Premier League referee Anthony Taylor is standing down after 16 years in England's top flight at the conclusion of the World Cup.
The 47-year-old hangs up his whistle following 831 games in the English, European and international game, with his final match the World Cup last-16 clash between Portugal and tournament winners Spain.
Morgan Rogers transfer news: Chelsea complete record-breaking £117m deal to sign forward from Aston Villa
Chelsea have completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a record-breaking £117m deal.
Rogers has signed a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge and becomes the most expensive British player of all time, breaking the record set earlier this summer when Elliot Anderson joined Manchester City for £116m.
Chelsea transfer news: John Stones emerges as potential option after summer exit from Man City
Free agent defender John Stones has emerged as a potential option for Chelsea in this transfer window.
The 32-year-old is searching for a new club following his World Cup campaign with England after leaving Manchester City at the end of his contract earlier this month.
Crysencio Summerville: Al Hilal reach agreement with West Ham to sign Netherlands international
West Ham have reached an agreement with Al Hilal for the sale of Crysencio Summerville.
Sky Sports News understands the deal is worth a total package of £60m. £55m guaranteed + £5m in potential bonuses.
Enzo Fernandez says Argentina played with 'pride' and 'humility' as FIFA investigate World Cup final behaviour
Enzo Fernandez has praised Argentina for playing with "pride" and "humility" at the 2026 World Cup after it was confirmed FIFA will investigate the team's behaviour after the final.
The defending champions were beaten 1-0 by Spain on Sunday, with Ferran Torres' strike in the 106th minute securing a second World Cup title.
Liverpool: Consortium led by former QPR co-owner Amit Bhatia seeking minority stake in Anfield club
A consortium led by former QPR co-owner Amit Bhatia is in talks to acquire a minority stake in Liverpool.
The investment group - led by Bhatia and backed by the Mittal family - have hired advisors to work on a potential deal with current Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG).
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‘A great thrill’: baby puffin is first one seen on Dorset coast in three decades
For years, volunteers have craned their necks and tested their patience to peer into the crevices of the cliffs hoping for a glimpse of fluffy joy.
Finally it all paid off as a puffling – baby puffin – poked its way into the sunshine, becoming the first to be spotted on the coast of Dorset in southern England for three decades.