Alastair Cook and Michael Clarke pose with The Ashes urn.
Live Commentary: The Ashes - First Test, day one - as it happened
Live text coverage of the opening day's play at Trent Bridge as England and Australia begin the contest for The Ashes.
Jul 10, 08:58
 England's Ian Bell sinks to his knees after being caught out off the bowling of New Zealand's Mitchell McClenaghan during the third ODI on June 5, 2013
New Zealand name contracted players
New Zealand release a new list of 20 contracted players, with Mitchell McClenaghan and Hamish Rutherford both being rewarded for their recent breakthroughs for the Black Caps.
Jul 8, 13:56
 Carl Frampton on May 26, 2012
Carl Frampton keen to send out warning to Leo Santa Cruz
Carl Frampton claims that he will be looking to send a warning to Leo Santa Cruz when he faces Everth Briceno on July 20.
Jul 8, 13:32
 Englands Graeme Swann celebrates taking the wicket of New Zealands Dean Brownlie on May 26, 2013
Graeme Swann: 'We're fully prepared for the Ashes'
Graeme Swann believes that England will not be surprised by the side Australia select for this week's first Ashes Test.
Jul 8, 13:18
 Andy Murray hold the Wimbledon trophy after defeating Novak Djokovic in the final on July 7, 2013
John McEnroe expects more Grand Slams for Andy Murray
John McEnroe is confident that Andy Murray can win at least six Grand Slam tournaments before his career comes to an end.
Jul 8, 13:06
 Ian Botham
Sir Ian Botham: 'England can win 10 Tests against Australia'
Sir Ian Botham believes that Darren Lehman's appointment will not stop England from recording back-to-back Ashes whitewashes.
Jul 8, 12:51
 Lotus driver Kimi Raikkonen walks away after the third free practise session ahead of the Malaysian Grand Prix on March 23, 2013
Kimi Raikkonen: 'No decision made on future'
Kimi Raikkonen dismisses reports suggesting that he has already agreed to join Red Bull next season.
Jul 8, 12:39
 Warren Gatland walks from the pitch after series win over Australia on July 6, 2013
Warren Gatland expects victory in New Zealand series
Warren Gatland is confident that the British and Irish Lions can beat New Zealand in 2017.
Jul 8, 12:25
 Newly appointed Australian test cricket vice captain Brad Haddin during the Ashes squad announcement on April 24, 2013
Brad Haddin excited by new Australian talent
Brad Haddin believes that Australia have the talent to surprise people during this summer's Ashes series.
Jul 8, 12:01
 Jockey Brian Toomey on March 2, 2012
Brian Toomey placed in an induced coma
Brian Toomey is placed in an induced coma following surgery to reduce swelling on his brain as a result of his fall at Perth racecourse last week.
Jul 8, 11:51
 Fernando Alonso sits in his team's pit on November 23, 2012
Fernando Alonso defends Ferrari strategy
Fernando Alonso claims that Ferrari did not get their race strategy wrong at the German Grand Prix.
Jul 8, 11:38
 Graeme McDowell
Graeme McDowell: 'Missed cuts makes victory sweeter'
Graeme McDowell admits that his recent poor form makes his victory at the French Open feel even more special.
Jul 8, 11:25
 Australian captain Michael Clarke celebrates after scoring a century against Sri Lanka on December 27, 2012
Chris Rogers: 'Michael Clarke needs our support'
Chris Rogers believes that Australia's batsmen must perform well in the Ashes to make sure that the burden is not placed on Michael Clarke's shoulders.
Jul 8, 11:09
 A general view of Old Trafford Cricket Club taken April 30, 2010
David Smith apologises for pitch outburst
Northamptonshire chief executive David Smith apologises for comments he made about the pitch at Old Trafford.
Jul 7, 13:57
 France's Marion Bartoli celebrates after beating Germany's Sabine Lisicki during the 2013 Wimbledon final on July 6, 2013
Marion Bartoli eyes US Open challenge
Marion Bartoli admits that she should now be attempting to build on her success at Wimbledon.
Jul 7, 13:47
 David Price throws a punch on November 30, 2012
David Price: 'I will continue to fight'
David Price refuses to consider retiring from professional boxing despite his second loss to American boxer Tony Thompson.
Jul 7, 13:30
 Lions' Leigh Halfpenny converts a try against Force on June 5, 2013
Leigh Halfpenny delighted with triumph over Australia
Leigh Halfpenny claims that he has fulfilled a dream by being a part of a winning British and Irish Lions squad.
Jul 7, 13:09
 John Daly
John Daly to miss Open Championship
John Daly will miss this year's Open Championship after confirming that he faces a spell on the sidelines with an elbow injury.
Jul 7, 12:55
 Nicola Adams
Three British golds at European Championships
Great Britain win three gold medals at the European Union Amateur Championships in Hungary.
Jul 7, 12:36
 Horse owner David Johnson during the Gold Cup Meeting at Sandown Park on April 26, 2008
Owner David Johnson dies aged 67
The owner of Grand National winner Comply or Die, David Johnson, dies aged 67 following a long battle with cancer.
Jul 7, 12:15
 Generic cricket image
Graeme Swann: 'We will target Michael Clarke'
Graeme Swann believes that getting the better of Michael Clarke could help guide England to Ashes glory.
Jul 7, 11:49
 Chris Froome
Chris Froome: 'Cycling has changed'
Chris Froome claims that he is on a mission to prove that cycling has changed as questions continue to be asked about doping in the Tour de France.
Jul 7, 11:32
 British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland on the pitch before the match against the Barbarians on June 1, 2013
Warren Gatland would consider Lions role in 2017
Warren Gatland reveals that he would consider taking charge of the British and Irish Lions again in 2017.
Jul 7, 11:15
 Kevin Pietersen, Andrew Strauss
Andrew Strauss backs Kevin Pietersen to deliver best form
Andrew Strauss believes that Kevin Pietersen can inspire his England teammates during this summer's Ashes series.
Jul 7, 11:06
 Steve Finn
Live Commentary: England vs. Essex: Day two - as it happened
Read how the second day's play between England and Essex at the County Ground in Essex unfolded.
Jul 1, 09:28
 Alastair Cook leaves the field after being caught out by BJ Watling on May 16, 2013
Live Commentary: Essex vs. England: Day one - as it happened
Read how England fared on day one of their Ashes warm-up match against Essex.
Jun 30, 09:27
 New Zealand players celebrate after taking the wicket of England's Eoin Morgan during their International Twenty20 match on June 25, 2013
Live Commentary: England vs. New Zealand - Second Twenty20 international - as it happened
Live text coverage of the second Twenty20 international between England and New Zealand at The Oval.
Jun 27, 16:57
 England's Jos Buttler in action during the third ODI against New Zealand on June 5, 2013
Live Commentary: England vs. New Zealand - as it happened
Live text coverage of the first Twenty20 contest between England and New Zealand at The Oval that proves to be a cracker.
Jun 25, 16:57
 England captain Alastair Cook celebrates after a run out during the ICC Champions Trophy match against South Africa on June 19, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy Final: England vs. India - as it happened
Live text coverage of the Champions Trophy final between England and India at Edgbaston that is won by the Asian giants.
Jun 23, 08:56
 Sri Lanka's Tilakaratne Dilshan celebrates moments after catching out Australia's Clint McKay during the ICC Champions Trophy on June 17, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, semi-final - India vs. Sri Lanka - as it happened
Live text coverage of the Champions Trophy semi-final between Sri Lanka and India in Cardiff.
Jun 20, 08:57
 England's James Anderson celebrates clean bowling New Zealand's Martin Guptill during the ICC Champions Trophy match on June 16, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, semi-final: England vs. South Africa - as it happened
Live text coverage of the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final between England and South Africa at The Oval that ends in a comfortable win for the hosts.
Jun 19, 08:56
 Sri Lanka's Nuwan Kulasekara after taking a wicket in his sides match with Australia on January 18, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group A: Sri Lanka vs. Australia - as it happened
Re-live the coverage of the crucial Group A match between Sri Lanka and Australia at The Oval that ends in a win for the former.
Jun 17, 11:28
 England's Stuart Broad celebrates taking the wicket of New Zealand's James Franklin during the third ODI against New Zealand on June 5, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group A: England vs. New Zealand - as it happened
Live text coverage of the ICC Champions Trophy contest between England and New Zealand in Cardiff that ends in a win for the hosts.
Jun 16, 08:55
 Chris Gayle
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group B - South Africa vs. West Indies - as it happened
Live text coverage of the crucial Group B clash between the West Indies and South Africa in Cardiff.
Jun 14, 08:54
 England's Jos Buttler in action during the third ODI against New Zealand on June 5, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group A - England vs. Sri Lanka - as it happened
Live text coverage of the Group A clash between England and Sri Lanka at The Oval.
Jun 13, 11:28
 Brendon McCullum
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group A - New Zealand vs. Australia - as it happened
Live text coverage of Australia's crucial meeting with New Zealand in the Champions Trophy at Edgbaston.
Jun 12, 08:55
 Pakistan's captain Misbah-ul-Haq hits a six during his side's ODI with South Africa on March 15, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy: South Africa vs. Pakistan - as it happened
Live text commentary of the Champions Trophy contest between South Africa and Pakistan at Edgbaston.
Jun 10, 11:28
 Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga celebrates taking the wicket of Australia's Mitchell Johnson on January 20, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group A: Sri Lanka vs. New Zealand - as it happened
Live text commentary of Sri Lanka against New Zealand in Group A of the ICC Champions Trophy that ends in a thriller.
Jun 9, 08:58
 Pakistan's captain Misbah-ul-Haq hits a six during his side's ODI with South Africa on March 15, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy, Group B - West Indies vs. Pakistan - as it happened
Live text coverage of the Group B meeting between the West Indies and Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Jun 7, 08:54
 Graeme Smith is congratulated by his team after taking the wicket of New Zealand's Martin Guptill during a One Day International game on January 19, 2013
Live Commentary: ICC Champions Trophy - India vs. South Africa - as it happened
Live text commentary of the ICC Champions Trophy contest between India and South Africa in Group B.
Jun 6, 08:56
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