The Ashes: Jacob Bethell hailed as ‘future of England cricket’ after delivering on supreme talent with first Test century | Cricket News

Jacob Bethell evoked memories of David Gower with his stylish, yet composed, maiden Test century at No 3 for England in the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, according to Sky Sports‘ Nasser Hussain. Bethell hit a sublime, unbeaten 142 on day four at the Sydney Cricket Ground to see England lead by 119 runs with … Read more

The Ashes: England captain Ben Stokes suffers groin injury on day four of final Test against Australia in Sydney | Cricket News

England captain Ben Stokes limped from the field with a groin injury on day four of the final Ashes Test against Australia. Stokes, who has been his side’s most reliable bowling option throughout a difficult trip, pulled up after 10 balls on Wednesday morning at the SCG with Jacob Bethell concluding his over. The 34-year-old … Read more

Marcus Rashford unlikely to make Man Utd return despite Ruben Amorim sacking – Paper Talk | Football News

The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday’s newspapers… Man Utd latest Marcus Rashford and other members of Manchester United’s ‘Bomb Squad’ are unlikely to return to Old Trafford despite Ruben Amorim’s sacking – The Sun. Manchester United are on the lookout for their next boss and Fulham believe they could get a call for … Read more

Neil McCann: Kilmarnock appoint former Rangers coach as manager alongside Billy Dodds as Stuart Kettlewell’s successor | Football News

Kilmarnock “have complete faith” that Neil McCann will keep the club in the Scottish Premiership. The 51-year-old, who played for the likes of Rangers, Hearts and Dundee, has been named manager at Rugby Park until the summer of 2028. McCann will be assisted by Billy Dodds after the pair worked together as part of Barry … Read more

Ryan Mason: West Brom announce sacking of former Tottenham midfielder after seven months in charge at The Hawthorns | Football News

West Brom have sacked Ryan Mason after seven months in charge. The 34-year-old signed a three-year deal at The Hawthorns in June. The decision comes just hours after the Baggies lost 2-1 to Leicester, a result that leaves them in 18th after six defeats from the last eight Sky Bet Championship games. Please use Chrome … Read more

Ruben Amorim’s huge pay-off from Man Utd revealed as his potential replacements are discussed – Paper Talk | Football News

The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday’s newspapers… Man Utd latest Ruben Amorim’s compensation package took the total cost for Man Utd to hire and fire him to nearly £27m, with the Portuguese leaving with a £10m pay off – Daily Mail Man Utd are aiming to replace caretaker boss Darren Fletcher with a … Read more

Celtic correct to sack Wilfried Nancy, but problems as Scottish Premiership champions run deeper, says Chris Sutton | Football News

Chris Sutton believes Wilfried Nancy’s Celtic departure was ‘inevitable’ following their defeat to Rangers, but insists the problems at the club run much deeper. He’s been dismissed after losing six of his eight games in charge, with Saturday’s Old Firm collapse the final straw. The Frenchman, who signed a two-and-a-half year deal, lasted just 33 … Read more

Ruben Amorim sacked: Why Manchester United felt they had no choice but to remove Portuguese coach | Football News

Ruben Amorim’s emotional and inconsistent behaviour was a key part of Manchester United’s decision to sack him, Sky Sports News understands. United wanted stability and structure when they appointed him, which he brought in the early part of his reign, but a refusal to adapt and evolve his system led to the breakdown in confidence … Read more

NFL scores: Denver Broncos clinch No 1 seed in AFC, Carolina Panthers seal playoff return and Jacksonville Jaguars win division | NFL News

The Denver Broncos clinched the No 1 seed in the AFC playoff standings, while victory for the Atlanta Falcons saw the Carolina Panthers win the NFC South division title on the final day of the NFL regular season. Los Angeles Chargers 3-19 Denver Broncos The Broncos secured the AFC’s top seed with a 19-3 win … Read more