Tom Banton reflects on ‘best feeling on earth’ after his first England century Banton’s superb 126 from 105 balls was the headline performance in a thumping 223-run win over Sri Lanka. The Independent UK · Sep 27
England end turbulent summer by thrashing Sri Lanka after Tom Banton century Banton hit an outstanding 126 to set his side on course for a 223-run win at the Kia Oval, sealing a 2-1 victory in the Metro Bank ODI Series. The Independent UK · Sep 27
Gabriel Martinelli Is Learning Just How Ruthless Mikel Arteta Can Be Despite following up the Premier League title with consecutive victories to start the new season, Mikel Arteta has inspired criticism from Arsenal fans. Sports Illustrated · Aug 22
Fears for New Zealand’s native species as first bird flu case emerges Minister urges public to report cases of three or more sick or dead birds in a group after brown skua seabird tests positive for H5N1 on Wellington beach The Guardian - AU · Jul 16
Inside Nigel Farage’s desperate by-election plan to snatch the political agenda from Burnham INSIDE STORY: The Reform UK leader’s decision to call a by-election was no spur-of-the-moment notion but a considered plan, with an acceptance of even the worst-case scenario, as political editor David Maddox explains The Independent UK · Jul 11
Sophie Ecclestone makes history as England take control of historic Lord’s Test against India Ecclestone broke the record on the first day of England’s Test match against India The Independent UK · Jul 10
Sophia Dunkley hails Freya Kemp and Dani Gibson after England beat Scotland Kemp’s 39 not out off 16 deliveries and Gibson’s unbeaten 30 off 11 lifted England to a total that was beyond Scotland’s reach. The Independent UK · Jun 20
Sophia Dunkley steps up in Nat Sciver-Brunt’s absence as England beat Scotland Dunkley was dropped on six, 43 and 45 to amass 57 in her first appearance of the tournament. The Independent UK · Jun 20
Of course Nike's AI-assisted World Cup kit design looks stupid "Computational design" is no match for tailoring. Creative Bloq · Jun 15
Man Utd Player Ratings vs. Nottingham Forest: Fernandes Joins Legendary Company The Red Devils captain registered his 20th assist to help win the game for his team. Sports Illustrated · May 17
Luke Littler predicts fireworks in chasing Premier League history in Birmingham The back-to-back world champion is targeting a record seventh nightly victory on Thursday. The Independent UK · May 13
Luke Littler stretches Premier League lead with win over Luke Humphries The world number one claimed his sixth night win of the season in Leeds. The Independent UK · May 7
Roberto De Zerbi says Conor Gallagher form is like Tottenham having extra player Goals from Gallagher and Richarlison secured a 2-1 win over Aston Villa that lifted Tottenham out of the Premier League relegation zone. The Independent UK · May 4
Ronnie O’Sullivan outlines main motivation to play next season after World Snooker Championship exit O’Sullivan has been selective with the tournaments he has participated in over the past year The Independent UK · Apr 28
The Independent UK · Apr 27 Ronnie O’Sullivan had booked flight home before Crucible defeat to John Higgins O’Sullivan expressed surprise that he managed to push his old rival to the brink in their thrilling second-round clash in Sheffield.
The Independent UK · Apr 27 Ronnie O’Sullivan ‘realistic’ as John Higgins ends hopes of eighth world crown ‘The Rocket’ exited the Crucible after a 13-12 second round reverse.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Jonny Clayton out to topple Luke Humphries and continue Premier League form The Welshman claimed his second weekly win of the year in Nottingham last week.
The Independent UK · Mar 15 Nottingham Forest climb out of relegation zone after goalless draw with Fulham Forest moved above West Ham on goal difference after the stalemate, but they have now found the net just twice in seven Premier League home games.
The Independent UK · Mar 13 Jonny Clayton reveals health battle after dominating Premier League Darts Clayton could barely walk as he limped around the stage after he suffered a bout in his ankle.
The Independent UK · Mar 12 Jonny Clayton overcomes gout to win Premier League night six in Nottingham The Welshman could barely walk as he limped around the stage
The Independent UK · Mar 12 Luke Humphries ends losing run against Luke Littler in Nottingham semi-final Humphries had not beaten the teenager since the final of last season’s Premier League.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 7 Arne Slot Delivers Alexis Mac Allister Update After Wolves Injury The Reds midfield finally appeared to be ticking on Friday evening.
The Independent UK · Feb 21 Gregor Townsend: Comeback win over Wales will do Scotland ‘a lot of good’ George Turner’s 75th-minute try put Scotland ahead for the first time.
The Independent UK · Feb 21 Scotland keep Triple Crown hopes alive with dramatic victory over Wales The hosts led for 75 minutes until Scotland scored their fourth try.
The Independent UK · Feb 21 Scotland survive major scare as Wales fall heartbreakingly short of long-awaited Six Nations win Wales 23-26 Scotland: A three-year wait for a win in the competition continues for the vastly-improved hosts, who couldn’t quite stop a late Scottish fightback