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Bangladesh v England: Practice almost makes perfect for Kevin Pietersen
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:13:03 +0000
England batsman hits 99 to prove his return to form, dispelling the notion that he couldn't play left-arm spin.
Six Nations 2010: England need to repay Martin Johnson's loyalty
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:07:50 +0000
England manager Martin Johnson has stood by his men -now they need to deliver against Scotland in Calcutta Cup.
World Indoor Athletics 2010: day one resultsWorld Indoor Athletics 2010: day one results
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:21:57 +0000
Read full results of the all the action on the opening day of the IAAF World Indoor Athletics Championships.
Greg Clarke to replace Lord Mawhinney as Football League chairman
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:50:28 +0000
Football League appoint Greg Clarke, former chief executive of Cable and Wireless Communications, to be their new chairman.
Chelsea suffer goalkeeper crisis with Ross Turnbull set to play against West Ham
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:34:55 +0000
Ross Turnbull is set to play in goal for Chelsea against West Ham on Saturday - and against Inter Milan on Tuesday.
Phil Brown apologises for 'unsavoury' Jimmy Bullard and Nicky Barmby bust-up
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:02:46 +0000
Hull manager Phil Brown has apologised for the "unsavoury" public bust-up between Jimmy Bullard and Nick Barmby.
Hockey World Cup 2010: Pakistan squad quit after worst ever World Cup
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:01:09 +0000
Pakistan's entire World Cup squad have announced their international retirement after finishing last at the 12-team tournament in India.
Hockey World Cup 2010: New Zealand 4 South Africa 4 (NZ win 5-4 on pens)
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:00:38 +0000
New Zealand clinched ninth position at Hockey World Cup 2010 after defeating South Africa in a high-scoring thriller.
Hockey World Cup 2010 highlights: NZ v South Africa
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:58:38 +0000
Watch highlights of the match between New Zealand and South Africa at the Hockey World Cup in Delhi.
Bangladesh v England: Alastair Cook century propels tourists into commanding position
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:58:18 +0000
England (374-3) v Bangladesh Alastair Cook celebrates first day as England captain with unbeaten 158 but Kevin Pietersen dismissed for 99.
Hockey World Cup 2010: Argentina 4 India 2
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:19:19 +0000
Lucas Vila scored two goals as Argentina downed hosts India 4-2 to take seventh place in the 12-nation FIH World Cup.
Hockey World Cup 2010 highlights: Argentina 4 India 2
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:17:35 +0000
Watch highlights of the match between Argentina and India at the Hockey World Cup in Delhi.
Six Nations 2010: England reject Scotland's 'blocking' claim
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:01:51 +0000
England manager rejects Andy Robinson's claims over use of gridiron-style 'blockers' of Six Nations Calcutta Cup clash.
World Indoor Athletics 2010 day one highlights: morning session
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:16:40 +0000
Watch highlights from the first session at the 2010 IAAF World Indoor Athletics Championships in Doha.
Bahrain Grand Prix: Michael Schumacher in running for winning Formula One return
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:40:50 +0000
German's claim he has no chance of victory in Bahrain appears to hold little water after practice sessions.
Tottenham's Jonathan Woodgate recovering from surgery in Australia
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:32:37 +0000
Jonathan Woodgate, will remain in Australia for three weeks after undergoing surgery on a baffling groin injury.
Manchester City's Robinho wants to stay at Santos
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:52:07 +0000
Man City striker hoping talks between Premier League club and Santos have already started to ensure he remains in Brazil.
Sebastian Coe: London 2012 to step up efforts to involve the UK in Olympic Games
Published : Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:20:23 +0000
London 2012 head Sebastian Coe says the lessons learnt from Vancouver will improve the Games in this country.
World Badminton and London 2012 organisers to meet over Wembley move
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:31:40 +0000
World Badminton officials and Locog expected to thrash out final decision on relocating to Wembley for London 2012.
Warrington's Richie Myler well worth his £200,000 transfer fee, says Tony Smith
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:10:48 +0000
Tony Smith is certain Warrington Wolves will reap the long-term benefits of Richie Myler's £200,000 transfer fee.
Manchester United's title bid boosted by imminent return of Ryan Giggs
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:03:26 +0000
Sir Alex Ferguson believes winger's month-long absence has provided him with rest required to be major weapon for title run-in.
Jason Queally named in Great Britain Team Pursuit squad for World Track championships
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:01:48 +0000
Jason Queally, 39, has staged remarkable come-back to earn place in Team Pursit squad at World Track championships.
Derby County 'reject' Peter Gadsby's £37 million takeover bid
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:22:03 +0000
Derby County are understood to have refused a £37m offer from former chairman Peter Gadsby to buy the club.
Newcastle fans urged to stop 'abusive' taunting of owner Mike Ashley
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:20:22 +0000
Newcastle United's Derek Llambias has urged supporters to stop the "ugly and abusive" taunting of club owner Mike Ashley.
F1 2010 Bahrain Grand Prix: in pictures
Published : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:40:00 +0000
In pics: Michael Schumacher steals the show in Bahrain ahead of GP.